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.

Jun
26
Sat
Ride The Willapa 2021 @ Owl & Olive
Jun 26 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Ride The Willapa 2021 @ Owl & Olive
We’re back! Ride the Willapa makes its return to the Willapa Hills Trail for a family-friendly bike ride on June 26. Come join us!
Back for its fifth year, Ride the Willapa is an all-ages and all-levels bike ride in the Chehalis River Valley of southwest Washington state. Providing a beautiful break from city life, Ride the Willapa brings people of all ages and abilities to the verdant Chehalis River Valley for a leisurely-paced bike ride on the Willapa Hills Trail, Washington state’s newest rails-to-trails project.
This year’s route begins at Owl & Olive near Pe Ell, Washington. Enjoy up to 52 miles of pure countryside glory as you choose from a variety of route options!
Experience the ride at your own pace and leisure! Choose however many miles you want to ride. With three aid stations along the trail, and with several small stores and restaurants nearby, there are plenty of opportunities to relax, chat for a bit, grab a bite to eat and just enjoy the beauty of the trail’s surroundings. Most families with young kids opt to ride about 20 miles or so, while more experienced cyclists will opt for longer mileages and check out the more remote portions of the trail.
You’ll want a bike with 700x28c or wider tires…basically anything with thicker tires than a road bike will do alright. To do the entire 52-mile circuit, we recommend mountain bikes — hardtails are okay, but you’ll have an easier go of it with a suspension.
Please note that due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, we are hosting this as a one-day event and are encouraging travelers from outside our area to stay at local hotels or campsites. We won’t be hosting camping or meals but will hand out refreshments at our aid stations.
We’ve also reduced the price this year. All tickets are priced at $15 per rider and with each ticket purchase a kid under 10 rides for free!
We’re looking forward to seeing you on the trail!
Jul
9
Fri
Women’s Retreat Co-hosted by Moon Shadow Sisters & Newaukum River Ranch @ Newaukum River Ranch
Jul 9 @ 10:00 am – Jul 11 @ 4:00 pm
Women's Retreat Co-hosted by Moon Shadow Sisters & Newaukum River Ranch @ Newaukum River Ranch

Newaukum River Ranch welcomes Moon Shadow Sisters to join in circle this July 9-11th with the new moon.
Moon Shadow Sisters co-facilitators, Zazil & April, will lead you in circle each day offering tools and reflections for healing and perspective that include guided meditation, connective movements and journaling.
The Ranch will provide the perfect retreat as you leave the world for a while and enjoy the riverfront between group interactions. You’ll find hammocks in the trees, quilts and books in the barn, a hot shower, and primitive camping where the river trickles through your dreams. Not to mention that we’ll have breakfast catered for you!
This is a safe space for women to get real, share our journeys, and cultivate self-love and authentic relationships as we reconnect with our feminine essence.

Aug
28
Sat
Women’s Only Basic Pistol Class @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Division
Aug 28 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Recently purchased a handgun, this is the place to start. Safety, stance, grip, sight alignment, trigger press and more. Haven’t purchased a firearm yet, this is still the place to start. Have a couple firearms for you to try on for size. Preregistration required due to limited space. Contact Dolly at 360-978-4338 for more information and if you have any questions.

Sep
18
Sat
Women’s Only Basic Pistol Class @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Division
Sep 18 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Would you like to learn about handguns? Considering purchasing one and don’t know what to get? This is the class for you. You will learn the firearm safety rules, the make-up of a handgun, how to grip it, stance, sight alignment and things to consider during a self-defense situation. If you do not own a firearm, no problem. Just bring .22LR ammo and/or 9mm Luger\Parabellum and there will be a few available for you to try.

Oct
11
Mon
Women’s Only Basic Pistol Class @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Division
Oct 11 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Learn the basics of handling a handgun. Safety rules, loading/unloading, clearing jams, how a firearm functions, sight alignment and stance just to name a few topics covered. If you do not own a handgun there are a couple available for you to try. Bring to the class your firearm (if you have one), the correct ammo for that firearm, or bring .22LR or 9mm Luger/Parabellum, eye/ear protection, baseball cap and paper to take notes. A non-refundable preregistration fee of $25 is required and space is limited. Call Dolly at 360-978-4338 to register.

Oct
16
Sat
Gun & Knife Show @ Southwest Washington Fairgrounds
Oct 16 @ 9:00 am – Oct 17 @ 3:00 pm
Gun & Knife Show @ Southwest Washington Fairgrounds

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

Nov
2
Tue
Women’s Only Basic Pistol Classes @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Divsion
Nov 2 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Want to learn to shoot a pistol? Don’t have a pistol? Learn about handguns in this class. I teach grip, stance, sight alignment, follow through, and more. Learn what to look for when you purchase a firearm if you don’t have one. Bring eye/ear protection (I have extra if you don’t have them), baseball cap, your firearm and if you don’t have one bring 9 mm Luger/parabellum ammo or .22LR ammo to use in the firearms I have. Preregistration is required as space is limited to 6. There is a $25 non-refundable fee required at registration and balance due at the door. Call Dolly at 360-978-4338 to register or have your questions answered.

Nov
3
Wed
WorkSource Pop Up Job Fair in Grand Mound on 11/3/2021 @ Great Wolf Lodge Event Center
Nov 3 all-day
WorkSource Pop Up Job Fair in Grand Mound on 11/3/2021 @ Great Wolf Lodge Event Center

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.

Nov
27
Sat
Women’s Only Basic Pistol Class @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Division
Nov 27 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Now what to do since Thanksgiving cooking is done. Come take a class on how to use a handgun. Learn the safety rules, how to hold the firearm, how to line up the sights, how to press the trigger and more. Don’t own a firearm, no problem. Learn how to choose the right one for you. Bring eye/ear protection (I have extra if you don’t have those), baseball cap, paper to take notes, 9 mm Luger/Parabellum and/or .22LR ammo to try the firearms we have available. Pre-registration required with a non-refundable deposit of $25, balance due at start of class. Space is limited so register early.

Dec
4
Sat
Annual Big Book Sale @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Dec 4 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Annual Big Book Sale @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! ? Our Annual Big Book Sale is happening during/after the Santa Parade on Saturday, December 4, at the Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library!
Thousands of books on sale! All proceeds go to Chehalis library programs.