Chehalis Centralia Events Calendar

This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.

Sep
23
Sat
The History of Rainbow Falls State Park — Nature Interpretive Program @ Rainbow Falls State Park
Sep 23 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Join Ranger Kathy Jacobson for an interpretive program/walk this Saturday to learn about the Chehalis River, the history of Rainbow Falls State Park and the CCC. All ages are welcome. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Please dress for the weather as this program will be held rain or shine. Meet at the picnic shelter in the day use area. A Discover Pass — day or valid annual pass is required for each vehicle entering the park.

Sep
30
Sat
Fee Free Day @ Mount Rainier National Park
Sep 30 @ 9:00 am

The ten entrance fee-free days for 2017 will be:

  • January 16: Martin Luther King Jr. Day
  • February 20: Presidents Day
  • April 15-16 & April 22-23: National Park Week Weekends
  • August 25: National Park Service Birthday
  • September 30: National Public Lands Day
  • November 11-12: Veterans Day Weekend
Celebrate National Public Lands Day at Rainbow Falls State Park! @ Rainbow Falls State Park
Sep 30 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission invites people to celebrate National Public Lands Day with a free visit to Washington’s state parks.

At Rainbow Falls State Park, join Ranger Kathy Jacobson on a short walk to learn about the Chehalis River, the history of Rainbow Falls, and the Civilian Conservation Corps. Please meet at the picnic shelter in the day use area. Dress for the weather, as the program will be held rain or shine.

Free days apply only to day use access by vehicle, not to overnight stays or rented facilities.

Oct
4
Wed
Chamber Marketing Class – “Analyzing Your Social Media Effort” @ Boys & Girls Club
Oct 4 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Join us as we learn about “Analyzing your social media” a continuation from our last class. In this class, you will have access to a Chromebook where you can have hands-on training and learn about how to use Facebook’s “insights”. This class teaches us important marketing information for our business – Please RSVP as soon as you can to reserve your seat! Lunch is included for Chamber Members provided by TwinStar Credit Union.

Oct
7
Sat
Forest Grove Cemetery Tour @ Forest Grove Cemetery
Oct 7 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Forest Grove Cemetery Tour @ Forest Grove Cemetery | Tenino | Washington | United States

Learn local history at the 2nd Forest Grove Cemetery Tour. Your tour guide will take you through the cemetery where you will encounter living history vignettes. Come early for a daylight tour or at sundown for the lamplighter tour. Will feature tales of immigrants, pioneers, Seatco Prison, a bear attack, a country doctor and more. Proceeds benefit Boy Scout Troop 9014 and is made possible with the help of friends and the South Thurston County Historical Society.

Oct
9
Mon
Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce @ O'Blarneys Irish Pub
Oct 9 @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm

 

The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber meets on the second Monday of each month.  The schedule is adjusted for holidays.  Click here for the complete event calendar for the chamber.

Oct
18
Wed
Opportunity Tour @ Downtown Chehalis
Oct 18 @ 4:00 pm

This guided tour includes vacant buildings and spaces available for sale and lease in downtown.  Dreaming of a business downtown or perhaps you’re interested in real estate?  Simply curious about what is available? This is a great opportunity to check out what Downtown Chehalis has to offer in an informal, no obligation, open-house setting.

No RSVP necessary

Oct
19
Thu
Laying the Groundwork – An Introduction to Government Contracting @ Holiday Inn
Oct 19 @ 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Laying the Groundwork - An Introduction to Government Contracting @ Holiday Inn | Chehalis | Washington | United States

Small business owners who want to learn more about government contracting will learn about local resources and how to navigate government contracting .

Oct
28
Sat
Sensory Safe Haunted Barn Party @ Ethel
Oct 28 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

We are a family affected by autism. As our family member grows older, the venues available to them become scarcer. Our goal is to provide a venue specifically for those special needs individuals who are looking for community functions and events.

We do several walkthroughs with lights on and lights off to deal with the various levels of stimulation tolerance. Our intent is the event be spooky not scary. We do not use any bloody or gory props. We are NOT focused on scaring the visitors but providing a enjoyable haunted Halloween experience.

Nov
9
Thu
United Way Reading Buddy Orientation @ United Way of Lewis County
Nov 9 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
United Way Reading Buddy Orientation @ United Way of Lewis County | Chehalis | Washington | United States

WE WANT YOUR HELP!
Did you know… When students are not reading at grade level by 3rd grade, they are four times more likely not to graduate on time or at all. Help an elementary school student become a stronger reader and boost their confidence. About one hour a week is all it takes to change the life of a child. The experience will enrich your life too.
We are in great need of volunteers in Lewis County. If you can commit one hour per week for the duration of the school year, we want to invite you to join us at our next Reading Buddy volunteer orientation on November 9.
RSVP on our website to attend. We hope to see you there!