This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
The City Council provides elected representation of the citizenry in the governing body. The Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month (7 p.m. at City Hall) to approve expenditures of funds and set public policy for the community, with the primary criteria being the safety, health, and general welfare of the community.
The Lewis County Historical Society’s Annual Dinner is Sunday, November 15 at 5pm. A $10 sit-down lasagna dinner will be served in the main gallery. There will also be green salad, rolls, and a wonderful Penny’s Cake for dessert. Diners will enjoy live music performed on our gorgeous grand piano. All interested in the Society and Museum are welcome! Tickets may be purchased in advance at the Museum or at the door on November 15.
This year, along with board elections and a slide-show presentation of the fun-filled activities of 2015, will also be discussing upcoming events, plans, and exhibits for our 2016 Year.
If you have questions or want more information, call the Museum at 360-748-0831 or email Andy at director@lewiscountymuseum.org. If you are concerned that your membership may have expired, you can renew or join before the dinner. Remember, Christmas is coming sooner than you think, so the bookstore and gift shop will be open for early holiday shopping. So, mark your calendars for November 15 at 5pm and come join us for a delicious dinner and exciting evening at the Lewis County Historical Museum!
Express Employment Professionals and United Way of Lewis County are teaming up for an inspiring evening with nationally known speaker on Leadership & Development, Jack Smalley!
A storyteller and humorist, Jack Smalley is a highly sought-after keynoter, delivering an average of 125 speaking engagements annually to business leaders and human resource professionals in the U.S. and Canada.
Jack offers clients extensive leadership guidance from his progressive career as a human resource executive. You won’t be bored with Jack’s engaging story-telling style. He draws inspiration from his more than 30 years of experience in human resources and leadership.
Join us on Monday, November 16th at 5:30 for a special dinner and presentation at The Oak Room @ the historic Wilson Hotel in downtown Centralia. $25 suggested donation, all proceeds will go to United Way of Lewis County.
Reservations are required. To RSVP, call (360) 330-9050 or email Ashley.Witchey@expressrpros.com.
Sticklin Funeral Chapel presents XANADU (1980), the next film in the Historic Centralia Fox Theatre 2015 Film Series. The movie musical Xanadu was released on August 8, 1980. It stars Olivia Newton-John, Gene Kelly, and Michael Beck. The soundtrack is by the Electric Light Orchestra and Olivia Newton-John, featuring duets with Gene Kelly, Cliff Richard, and rock band the Tubes. The movie also features an animation sequence by former Disney animator Don Bluth.
This movie will definitely bring out a large crowd … get your tickets early!
We hope to see you there.
Showtimes on Saturday November 21st are at 2 & 7 pm. Tickets are $8 ($7 for Members) and $20 for a Family pass (Good for up to 4 persons)
Pre-Sale tickets at Holley’s Place, Hubbub, Santa Lucia Coffee, PostNet, Book N Brush, and online at Brown Paper Ticket at: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/2404434
Chehalis City Council Meeting
Meeting: Chehalis City Council Meeting
Location: City Hall Council Chamber – 350 N Market Blvd.
Mayor & City Council
The city council’s regular meetings are held at 5:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Otherwise, city councilors do not keep regular office hours at city hall. Please call to arrange an appointment.
The City Council provides elected representation of the citizenry in the governing body. The Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month (7 p.m. at City Hall) to approve expenditures of funds and set public policy for the community, with the primary criteria being the safety, health, and general welfare of the community.
The Lewis County Historical Museum welcomes the public for the 5th Annual Evening with the Authors on December 4th from 4-5 p.m. for historical society members and 5-7 p.m. for the general public. Many local authors will be at the museum with several different genres of books from local history, fiction, non-fiction, inspirational, and children’s books.
Participating authors include Sandi Crowell, Jan Pierson, Mary Stone, Karen Frazier, Jake Blake, Roy Wilson, Buddy Rose, Julie McDonald Zander, Jennifer Shaw Wolf, Connie Jasperson, Lisa Burnett, Michael Hurley, and many others.
Julie McDonald Zander will also unveil her new book, “Southwest Washington Fair” during the event. For only $29.95 you can purchase an autographed copy of the book at the event. As the Museum and Fair are the exclusive sellers of the book with very limited supply, hurry and get your copy today!
Don’t forget the gift of history with a membership to the Lewis County Historical Museum during the evening! Renew your membership that night and you can receive 10% off all your purchases!
Gift wrapping will also be available for donation! Get your Christmas shopping done early before the rush with a perfect history or novel for that special someone!
We hope to see you at the Museum.
The City of Chehalis is soliciting public feedback on how Recreation Park and Penny Playground could be improved for the continued enjoyment of current and future generations. The public comment period is Oct. 15 – Nov. 13. Community members are encouraged to attend one of the two open houses, and to visit the online open house to learn more about the project and provide comment.
The City Council provides elected representation of the citizenry in the governing body. The Council meets on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month (7 p.m. at City Hall) to approve expenditures of funds and set public policy for the community, with the primary criteria being the safety, health, and general welfare of the community.
Chehalis City Council Meeting
Meeting: Chehalis City Council Meeting
Location: City Hall Council Chamber – 350 N Market Blvd.
Mayor & City Council
The city council’s regular meetings are held at 5:00 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Otherwise, city councilors do not keep regular office hours at city hall. Please call to arrange an appointment.
