This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
Feel the beat and join the rhythm of an African drumming circle with Javoen Byrd and Awodi Drumming. 5 musical educators will be on hand with 50 drums to take kids on a powerful musical journey through indigenous West African and African American music.
Free with admission or membership. Online reservations recommended.
Visiting Artists Series in partnership with National Endowment for the Arts and sponsored by the City of Olympia

The Family Cornhole Challenge is an outdoor cornhole tournament dedicated to raising funds to help Family Education & Support Services (FESS) change lives – for children, families, and communities. With your support, together, we can ensure more children grow-up safe and healthy.
LIVE MUSIC – FOOD TRUCKS – ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS & MUCH MORE
REGISTRATION:
Cornhole Challenge Team: $100 | $85 early bird price (early bird pricing available through July 1st)
Includes team of two (2) players of any skill level or experience – play for fun.
DIVISIONS
Family (one Adult + one Youth)
Adult (18+)
High School (13-17)
Family of Four Cornhole Challenge: $200 | $150 early bird price (early bird pricing available through July 1st)
Includes two teams of two players – total of four (4) competitors.
Register together, compete against other families in the Family division.
Individual Competitor: $60
No partner? No problem! We will randomly assign you a partner day of the event.
Individual Competitor ticket available in the adult division only.

Join us at The Community Farmers Market of Chehalis every Tuesday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., June through October, for produce, plants, herbs, body care, artisanal goods, and more!
Kids Club is back! Stop by with the kids for a fun activity, and they will receive a $2 token to spend on fruit, vegetables, or flowers at the Market.
Molina Healthcare of Washington and Community Partners to Host Back-to-School Supplies Giveaway in Centralia
WHAT: Molina Healthcare of Washington, Lewis County Youth Mentorship Program and Centralia College Early Learning Program will host a back-to-school supplies giveaway event at Centralia College.
The event will include free backpacks, back-to-school haircuts, raffle prizes, and more.
WHERE: Centralia College
600 Centralia College Blvd.
Centralia, WA 98531
WHEN: Thursday, August 10, 2023
11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
WHO: Chrystal Patterson (on-site Molina Healthcare contact)
253-682-8876

Join us at The Community Farmers Market of Chehalis every Tuesday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., June through October, for produce, plants, herbs, body care, artisanal goods, and more!
Kids Club is back! Stop by with the kids for a fun activity, and they will receive a $2 token to spend on fruit, vegetables, or flowers at the Market.
Olympia Highlanders Bagpipes and Drum Corps are coming to perform our wide array of music. Band plays at 2 pm. Bring your chairs and enjoy a bit of the Highlands along the banks of the river.

Join us at The Community Farmers Market of Chehalis every Tuesday from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m., June through October, for produce, plants, herbs, body care, artisanal goods, and more!
Kids Club is back! Stop by with the kids for a fun activity, and they will receive a $2 token to spend on fruit, vegetables, or flowers at the Market.

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.
COLUMBIA SPORTSWEAR OPENS AT CENTRALIA OUTLETS
IN CENTRALIA, WA ON FRIDAY, AUGUST 25TH 2023
Columbia Sportswear Brings Performance Footwear, Apparel and Accessories
that are Tested Tough to Centralia!
Grand Opening Celebration Set for 8/25!
Portland, Oregon – 07/25/2023 – A global leader and innovator in outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment, Columbia Sportswear will open its newest Clearance Store at Centralia Outlets.
For more than 80 years, Columbia has developed innovated products and technologies with one simple
goal: To unlock the outdoors for everyone. Based in the ever-inclement Pacific Northwest, innovative
products are developed and rigorously tested in a variety of weather. The company continues to
adhere to founder Gert Boyle’s mantra, “It’s perfect. Now make it better.”
“We’re excited to announce that the Columbia retail footprint is growing with the opening of a new Clearance
Store in Centralia, WA. Central to Portland, Seattle, mountains, and beaches, we have the equipment to fuel
your outdoor thrills. Whether hiking the trails in Lewis County, kayaking down the Skookumchuck River, or
camping at Mayfield Lake.” said Russell Anderson, Vice President of Retail Operations for Columbia
Sportswear. “Whatever the adventure, Columbia has you covered with apparel, footwear and gear that is
Tested Tough, and will keep everyone in the family warm, dry, cool and protected all year-round.”
The new Columbia Sportswear clearance store is located at 140 W High St Suite 140 in the Centralia
Outlets – Centralia, WA For more information and the entire Columbia Sportswear selection, please
visit http://www.columbia.com/
About Columbia
Columbia, the flagship brand of Portland, Oregon-based Columbia Sportswear Company, has been
creating innovative apparel, footwear, accessories and equipment for outdoor enthusiasts since 1938.
Columbia has become a leading global brand by channeling the company’s passion for the outdoors
and innovative spirit into technologies and performance products that keep people warm, dry, cool
and protected year-round. To learn more, please visit the company’s website at www.columbia.com.