This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
If you are a grieving teen, this is a hike for you. It’s teens only so you will be others who get it about grief, have a chance to see how Wild Grief facilitates connecting with nature, your grief and each other. No previous hiking experience needed. We will hike through mountain meadows full of wildflowers, and have breathtaking views of Mount Rainier and Edmonds Glacier. We expect the hike to last at least 5 hours with time to honor our grief and soak up the beauty.
Read more and register at www.wildgrief.org/teen-day-hikes
Napavine Funtime Festival will have a one-day event this year on Saturday, July 17 starting with breakfast at the Rebekah Hall The Car Show sign-up will start soon after in front of Annie’s Market, then the Parade will be held at 11 a. m. If you would like to be in the parade and do not have an entry form, you can just sign up on Saturday by 10 a. m. After the parade, we hope to have games and concessions and booths set up at the shopping center, along with the Soap Box Derby.
Burnt Ridge Nursery founder Michael Dolan will lead a tour of our 20-acre organic fruit and nut orchard, with a focus on crops that ripen in the summer including blueberries, mulberries, and figs. Cultivation and propagation techniques will be discussed, as well as the specific characteristics of the varieties that do well here in the Pacific Northwest. Fruit samples and snacks will be provided to-go this year, and all events will be held outdoors in compliance with Washington state COVID guidelines. 2 tours: 10 am -noon and 1:30-3:30. Limit of 30 guests per tour. $15 per individual; $30 for a family (up to 4 people). Parking is limited, please carpool if possible. Plants, produce, and preserves from our farm will be available to purchase after each tour. Tickets at www.burntridgenursery.com or 360-985-2873.
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Morton Loggers Jubilee – The Granddaddy of all Logging Shows
Come on out to historic Morton, WA for the 78th Annual Morton Loggers’ Jubilee. Enjoy 2-day Logging Show, Lawnmower Races, Parade, Flea-Market, Food, Music and more.
LET’S ALL GO TO THE FAIR – AUGUST 17 – 22, 2021
Tuesday August 17…Kids Day – Ages 6 to 12 Get 1/2 Price Admission…Ages 6-12
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
10:00 pm – Fair Closes
Wednesday, August 18…Senior Day – Ages 60+ Get ½ Price Admission
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Thursday, August 19…Grange Day & HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT – after 4:00 pm High School Students with a valid ASB card get in for $3
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Friday, August 20…Military Appreciation Day – Discount w/Military ID
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Southwest Washington Junior Livestock Committee Auction – 5:30 PM New Judging Pavilion
Saturday, August 21 – Rodeo & Wild Horse Race at 6:00 PM in the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds Grandstands
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Sunday, August 22…Family Day…All Ages ½ Price Admission at the Gate
Livestock Shows In Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
KACS Family Day Concert Series
7:00 pm – Commercial Buildings Close…Fair Closes…See You Next Year In 2021…August 17th – 22nd
Hours:
Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Admission:
General: $8.00
Military/Veterans: $6.00
Children 12 & under: Free with Adult
How To Prepare For Emergencies On Your Farm
A Virtual Event Presented By Community Farm Land Trust
Provided with grant funding by Union Pacific
October 27 at 6 p.m.
Prepare your family, farm, livestock, and pets for emergencies on the farm. Emergency, safety, and health issues we will cover: fires, weather & alerts, power outages, water, hazardous materials, threats and civil disturbance, AgrAbility, health & suicide prevention, emergency resources & supplies.
Event speakers:
Patrick Knouff, Emergency Management Coordinator, City of Olympia I Fire Department
Nora White, Education & Outreach Specialist, Thurston Conservation District
Kristen VanValkenburg, AgrAbility Coordinator, WSU Skagit County Extension
Don McMoran, Director, WSU Skagit County Extension
WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Event at the Great Wolf Lodge in their Convention Center on Wednesday, November 3rd from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM. Come and chat in-person with WorkSource staff to learn about the resources we offer and how we can assist with your job search. Recruiters from multiple employers will also be present. Bring questions and copies of your resume if you are ready to apply!
If you are an employer located in Lewis County or Southern Thurston County and are interested in recruiting at this event, please email Zach Nibler at znibler@thurstonchamber.com . Employer space is limited.
Covid-19 safety protocols will be observed by all guests inside the building.
WorkSource is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. Washington Relay Service: 711
If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation in order to attend this event, please email znibler@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 357-3362, to request an accommodation.
SEAFOOD, SPIRITS & SONG hosted by Your Hometown Realtor Sybil M Kuhn.
Start a fun holiday tradition with this fun one-day event on Saturday, November 20. Held in a Gorgeous Barn/Event Venue, with all supplies provided to make a wreath! Christmas music throughout the day! All Funds raised for SMA.
