This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
Celebrate winter at Hands On with three days of frozen fun! Meet Ice Princesses, skate in your socks, use real tools to shave ice, explore an ice cave, and see exciting Dr. Science demos, Jan 14-16.
Plus, special activities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jan. 17.
Online reservations required.
Special Guests & Activities:
Melt Arctic ice to see what’s inside
Use real tools to shave ice
Learn how to snowshoe with Olympia Mountaineers (Jan. 14 & 15, 11 am – 3 pm)
See Dr. Science light ice on fire and experiment with liquid nitrogen
Meet and get your photo taken with Ice Princesses (Jan. 15 & 16, 11 am – 4 pm)
Greet a giant polar bear puppet (Jan. 14 – 16, 12 pm – 2 pm)
Learn snowflake science
Skate indoors in your socks
Explore an ice cave
Craft a melted snowman
Silkscreen a print or special keepsake
Build penguin ramps
Design and play winter pegboard pinball
Create snowman catapults
Celebrate winter at Hands On with three days of frozen fun! Meet Ice Princesses, skate in your socks, use real tools to shave ice, explore an ice cave, and see exciting Dr. Science demos, Jan 14-16.
Plus, special activities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jan. 17.
Online reservations required.
Special Guests & Activities:
Melt Arctic ice to see what’s inside
Use real tools to shave ice
Learn how to snowshoe with Olympia Mountaineers (Jan. 14 & 15, 11 am – 3 pm)
See Dr. Science light ice on fire and experiment with liquid nitrogen
Meet and get your photo taken with Ice Princesses (Jan. 15 & 16, 11 am – 4 pm)
Greet a giant polar bear puppet (Jan. 14 – 16, 12 pm – 2 pm)
Learn snowflake science
Skate indoors in your socks
Explore an ice cave
Craft a melted snowman
Silkscreen a print or special keepsake
Build penguin ramps
Design and play winter pegboard pinball
Create snowman catapults
Celebrate winter at Hands On with three days of frozen fun! Meet Ice Princesses, skate in your socks, use real tools to shave ice, explore an ice cave, and see exciting Dr. Science demos, Jan 14-16.
Plus, special activities honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Jan. 17.
Online reservations required.
Special Guests & Activities:
Melt Arctic ice to see what’s inside
Use real tools to shave ice
Learn how to snowshoe with Olympia Mountaineers (Jan. 14 & 15, 11 am – 3 pm)
See Dr. Science light ice on fire and experiment with liquid nitrogen
Meet and get your photo taken with Ice Princesses (Jan. 15 & 16, 11 am – 4 pm)
Greet a giant polar bear puppet (Jan. 14 – 16, 12 pm – 2 pm)
Learn snowflake science
Skate indoors in your socks
Explore an ice cave
Craft a melted snowman
Silkscreen a print or special keepsake
Build penguin ramps
Design and play winter pegboard pinball
Create snowman catapults
Find Work Friday is a WorkSource virtual hiring event that connects you to recruiters across Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston Counties. Join us for this FREE hiring event and connect directly with local employers from different industries. Find Work Friday provides an opportunity to chat with recruiters instantly to see if their company is a good fit for you.
Here is a link to a video explaining the Brazen platform: https://youtu.be/h48DdeFg8Bo
Registration is a 2-step process.
1. Job seekers must complete the registration form at the following link:
https://bit.ly/3rgVyRs
2. Click a verification link which is emailed to each registrant from “Washington State PacMountain Workforce”
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
WorkSource is hosting a FREE Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Salkum Timberland Library to help with your job search needs. Come meet with WorkSource staff and learn about our services and resources.
Multiple Lewis County employers will be recruiting at this job fair. Bring your resume if you are ready to apply.
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Resource and Job Fair at the Mountain View Timberland Library on Tuesday, March 15th from 11:00 AM – 2:00 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!
Covid-19 safety protocol will be observed by all guests at this indoor event.
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
Work Party at the Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Saturday, March 26th from 9 am ‘til 12:00 noon
Sponsored by the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust
What: Discovery Trail Work Party to repair recent flood damage.
Snacks and drinking water will be available (bring your own bottle).
Due to hazards left by the floods, this event is not suitable for young children.
You must pre-register for this event. See instructions below.
Where: Chehalis River Discovery Trail, 1545 Goodrich Rd, Centralia. Parking for high
ground clearance vehicles will be at the old barn (follow the signs). Rides will
be provided as needed from the trail’s regular lot at the treatment plant.
When: 9 AM until 12:00 noon, Saturday, March 26th, 2022. Masking is optional.
Please join Chehalis River Basin Land Trust volunteers, the Great Old Broads and others as we work to repair recent flood damage along the Discovery Trail. (See: Discovery Trail along the Chehalis River (lewiscountytrails.org) Please arrive early to sign the waiver.
Sturdy gloves and suitable work clothes are recommended. We will have some garden tools and gloves available at the site. Please feel free to bring your own hand tools if you’d like.
Please pre-register for this event by emailing your RSVP to:
office@chehalislandtrust.org
Be sure to include the number of people you expect in your party.
Earth Day – Work Party at Chehalis River Discovery Trail
Friday, April 22nd from 9 am ‘til 12:00 noon
Sponsored by the Chehalis River Basin Land Trust
What: Earth Day Discovery Trail Work Party to repair recent flood damage.
Snacks and drinking water will be available (bring your own bottle).
Due to hazards left by the floods, this event is not suitable for young children.
You must pre-register for this event. See instructions below.
Where: Chehalis River Discovery Trail, 1545 Goodrich Rd, Centralia. Parking for high
ground clearance vehicles will be at the old barn (follow the signs). Rides will
be provided as needed from the trail’s regular lot at the treatment plant.
When: 9 AM until 12:00 noon, Friday, April 22nd, 2022. Masking is optional.
Please join Chehalis River Basin Land Trust volunteers, the Great Old Broads and others as we work to repair recent flood damage along the Discovery Trail. (See: Discovery Trail along the Chehalis River (lewiscountytrails.org)) Please arrive early to sign the waiver.
Sturdy gloves and suitable work clothes are recommended. We will have some garden tools and gloves available at the site. Please feel free to bring your own hand tools if you’d like.
Please pre-register for this event by emailing your RSVP to:
office@chehalislandtrust.org
Be sure to include the number of people you expect in your party.
WorkSource and the Capital Mall have teamed up to bring you a FREE Pop-up Job Fair on Friday May 6th from noon to 4:00 PM. This event will be hosted by Capital Mall at the indoor court in front of Macy’s.
Here is what to expect as a job seeker:
• Over 20 recruiting employers
• Free raffle prizes, sponsored by local businesses
• On site interviews
• No cost to attend
• Job opportunities for ages 16+
Employer space is very limited. If you an employer located in Thurston County with jobs in one of the following industry sectors (Retail, Food Production, Forest & Wood Products, Healthcare, Hospitality, Information Technology, Manufacturing, or Transportation & Logistics) and are interested in recruiting at this event, email mpong@thurstonchamber.com
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 Mpong@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 347-6054, to request an accommodation.
