This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
ChehalisFest
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
FREE! LIMITED SPACE!
Almost everything we do connects to the internet in some way, but our line of defense
against possible cyber threats is limited due to a lack of cybersecurity professionals.
Are you interested in learning how a cybersecurity professional can protect your business?
Are you wondering how you can become a cybersecurity professional?
Learn from the experts and discover more about an exciting career or about how you can
protect yourself, your business, and loved ones.
Keynote Speaker
Steven Parker, CISA, CISSP, is President of EnergySec, and is a founding director of the organization. He has been engaged in critical infrastructure protection since 2001, including 8 years as a senior security staff member at PacifiCorp. As one of the original CIP auditors, he is the primary author of EnergySec’s NERC CIP training program and has instructed more than 1,000 industry professionals on this topic.
Discussion Panel
Bob Guenther, Host
Career Pathways Initiative Chairperson – Centralia Community Foundation
Lorie Thompson, Ed.D.
Career Connect WA – Regional Administrator
Capital STEM Alliance – Capital Region ESD113
Dan Hagen, Assistant Professor
Information Technology Program – Centralia Community College
JT Mundi, Owner
KODENUM INC. – Chehalis
Representative
Code Fellows – Premier Tech Academy, Seattle
Please join us for a free informational program focused on our region.
CYBERSECURITY SUMMIT on Tuesday, October 26 from 9 a.m. to noon at the
Centralia Train Station Event Room, 210 Railroad Ave, Centralia, WA 98531.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact info@centraliacf.org.
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.
Give a unique gift of firearms training to the women in your life. No pistol, no problem, I have several you can try. Just need them to bring 9mm Luger and/or .22LR. Learn the basics of what to look for when purchasing a handgun, how to hold the pistol, how to stand while shooting, how to aim, what may or may not be considered self-defense and more. Bring to class your firearm if you have one, proper ammo for it, eye/ear protection (I have extra if you don’t have either of those) and a baseball cap. Cost is $75 with a non-refundable preregistration fee of $25, leaving a balance due at the door of $50. Call Dolly at 360-978-4338 to register or get your questions answered.
Come learn about basic pistol shooting. Safety rules, grip, stance, sight alignment and more. Now is the time to overcome the fear of firearms. If you do not own a firearm that is not a problem. Just bring a box of 9mm Luger and/or a box of .22LR and you can try the different ones I have available. Bring your firearm, appropriate ammo for that firearm, eye/ear protection (I have some to loan of those as well) and a baseball cap. Contact Dolly at 360-978-4338 if you have any questions or would like to register for this class. A $25 non-refundable preregistration fee is required with the balance due at the door.
Education is the first step to overcome your fear of firearms. Want to buy a pistol but don’t know what to look for, then this class is for you. Have a firearm you are not sure about all the buttons and levers, this class is for you. If you do not own a firearm, no problem. I have several for you ladies to try, you would need to bring a box of 9mm Luger/Parabellum and/or .22 LR ammo to the class with you. The class is $75 which includes a $25 non-refundable registration fee. Preregistration is required. Bring eye/ear protection (I have extra of those), your firearm if you have one, the proper ammo for it, and a baseball cap. Call Dolly at 360-978-4338 to register or have your question answered.
