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.

Aug
17
Sat
Olympia Highlanders Pipes & Drums @ Historic Borst Home Museum
Aug 17 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Olympia Highlanders Pipes & Drums @ Historic Borst Home Museum

Mary (Roundtree) Borst’s family were from Scotland and many of the Roundtree’s were prominent in Scotland, as Mary’s branch settled into the northwest. Olympia Highlanders Pipes & Drums will do a 30 minute history of the tunes and tunes. Bring a lawn chair or
blanket to enjoy the concert in front of the Pioneer Church. It’s an Open House, so do come early or stay late to view the Historic Borst Home, Carriage House, One Room Schoolhouse, Pioneer Church and beautiful Heirloom Gardens.

Sep
3
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Sep 3 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

Join a virtual volunteer orientation and learn more information about becoming a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Mentor a youth in our community by spending a few hours each month doing things you both enjoy. Learn how we ignite the power and promise of youth with our proven system of support and safety.

Sep
7
Sat
Set Free NW Open House @ Set Free NW
Sep 7 all-day
Set Free NW Open House @ Set Free NW

Set Free NW will be celebrating our 2nd Annual Open House on Saturday September 7th from 11AM- 4 PM. This event will be held at 3149 Jackson Hwy, Chehalis, WA. There will be hamburgers, hotdogs, kids’ games, giveaways, live music, car/ bike show, and much more! This event is free and open community wide and will be advertised in the greater Lewis County area and on the radio stations as far as Portland Oregon.

The purpose of this event is to build a solid relationship with our community and surrounding areas. Set Free NW is a faith-based recovery center designed to assist men and women who are struggling with substance abuse and those who are in life crisis. Our residential facility is structured to provide hope and healing through the life changing power of Jesus. Visit us on Facebook at Set Free NW and SetFreeNW.org for more information.

60 Years of Dancing to The Country Four & More! @ South Union Grange #860
Sep 7 @ 1:30 pm – 4:30 pm
60 Years of Dancing to The Country Four & More! @ South Union Grange #860

Country Dancing for 60 years! Come learn how and enjoy a family friendly dancing to country music. Grange members make a light repast (lunch of sandwiches, dessert, coffee/tea and soda pop). A Raffle is held. Suggested Donations: $6 at the door and maybe $5 or so per meal enjoyed. All while shuffling across the dance floor to delightful
country music classics.

Sep
13
Fri
The Chehalis Flying Saucer Party @ Lewis County Historical Museum
Sep 13 – Sep 14 all-day
The Chehalis Flying Saucer Party @ Lewis County Historical Museum

Join us for the 2024 Chehalis Flying Saucer Party in downtown Chehalis,WA. Friday, September 13th is the Northwest Flying Saucer Film Fest at McFiler’s Chehalis Theater. Saturday, September 14th is a day full of fun with engaging speakers, vendors, live music, the alien invasion parade, and exhibits at the Lewis County Historical Museum and much more! Most events are free to attend and the speaker series is ticketed. Please see our website for details and VIP ticket packages.

Sep
21
Sat
Why Cursive Penmanship? @ Historic Borst Home Museum
Sep 21 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

Cursive is making a comeback … Why? What is it’s history? We will explore the why and how. With an opportunity to try it yourself. Open House, Carriage House, Pioneer Church, One Room Schoolhouse and Heirloom Gardens. Talk and penmanship at 2 pm at the One Room Schoolhouse.

Sep
24
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Sep 24 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

Join a virtual volunteer orientation and learn more information about becoming a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Mentor a youth in our community by spending a few hours each month doing things you both enjoy. Learn how we ignite the power and promise of youth with our proven system of support and safety.

Oct
12
Sat
Plant Care in a Greenhouse/Poly tunnel with Lewis County Master Gardeners @ Greenhouse at Fort Borst Demo Gardens
Oct 12 @ 10:00 am

Learn the tricks for basic set-up and maintenance of a greenhouse or poly tunnel to grow plants year round. Workshop includes a tour of the Master Gardener Greenhouse at Borst Park in Centralia.

Oct
15
Tue
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Oct 15 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

Join a virtual volunteer orientation and learn more information about becoming a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Mentor a youth in our community by spending a few hours each month doing things you both enjoy. Learn how we ignite the power and promise of youth with our proven system of support and safety.

Oct
17
Thu
Artvana Halloween painting class – Haunted Woods @ The Juice Box
Oct 17 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Artvana Halloween painting class - Haunted Woods @ The Juice Box

Come and paint with Artvana at this family-friendly hot spot in Centralia!
All skill levels are welcome. Your Artist coach will be guiding you through each step of this painting and helping you tap your inner creativity! We will be painting the ‘Haunted Woods’ artwork!
Drinks are not included must be 21+ to consume alcohol this is an all-ages brewery and class.
Come relax and paint with us and discover how creativity (and beer) can help you unwind and reduce stress.