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.

Oct
5
Sat
Tubers and Blooms: Dahlia Delights! @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Oct 5 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Tubers and Blooms: Dahlia Delights! @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library

Join Dahlia enthusiast Jim Culp from the South Sound Dahlia Society for an afternoon of tips, tricks and everything Dahlia!

Oct
7
Mon
“We’re Still Here” Survival of the Washington Indians – Museum Exhibit @ Centralia Timberland Library
Oct 7 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

This fall the Centralia Timberland Library is hosting a museum exhibit on loan from the Karshner Memorial Museum in Puyallup, WA. Drop in for dedicated viewing times on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM September 4th through October 9th. This exhibit — titled “We’re Still Here” The Survival of Washington Indians — presents issues, challenges and successes that Washington Indians have experienced through the years in Washington State. It highlights the conflicts over land, identity, sovereignty, fish and cultural preservation. The exhibit also shows how tribes are successfully passing on the culture to future generations. The exhibit was created with the advice and input of tribal leaders and authorities from around the state.

This program is part of Timberland Reads Together, featuring “There There” by Tommy Orange and Native Voices, focused on Indigenous Peoples history and culture.

For all ages.

Oct
8
Tue
Fire Safety Storytime @ Centralia Timberland Library
Oct 8 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

The Riverside Fire Authority will teach preschoolers about fire safety in a fun, non-threatening way. After storytime, children and adults can talk with firefighters and explore fire department vehicles parked on Silver Street. This is an early learning program for preschool ages 3-6. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.

Prairie Steppers Square Dance Lessons @ Oakview Grange
Oct 8 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

You are invited to learn to Square Dance with the Prairie Steppers starting Tuesday Sept. 10, 2018 and continuing on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. at the Oakview Grange, 2715 North Pearl Street in Centralia until December 17. Your first lesson is free, then just $2.50 per lesson taught by nationally known caller Don Wood.

Singles or couples are welcome. No partner needed. Square Dance attire not required but do wear comfortable shoes. Call Larry and Andrea Kershner at 360-273-6008 for more information. We invite you to join the FUN!

Oct
9
Wed
Book Babies @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Oct 9 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Book Babies @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library

Alternating weeks of storytime and sensory play for babies and their participating caregivers. This is an early learning program.

“We’re Still Here” The Survival of Washington Indians – Museum Exhibit @ Centralia Timberland Library
Oct 9 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

This fall the Centralia Timberland Library is hosting a museum exhibit on loan from the Karshner Memorial Museum in Puyallup, WA. Drop in for dedicated viewing times on Mondays from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM and Wednesdays from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM September 4th through October 9th. This exhibit — titled “We’re Still Here” The Survival of Washington Indians — presents issues, challenges and successes that Washington Indians have experienced through the years in Washington State. It highlights the conflicts over land, identity, sovereignty, fish and cultural preservation. The exhibit also shows how tribes are successfully passing on the culture to future generations. The exhibit was created with the advice and input of tribal leaders and authorities from around the state.

This program is part of Timberland Reads Together, featuring “There There” by Tommy Orange and Native Voices, focused on Indigenous Peoples history and culture.

For all ages.

Oct
10
Thu
Teen Hangout @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Oct 10 @ 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Come hang out with friends, listen to music, play games, and eat snacks! Every second and fourth Thursdays. Newcomers are welcome! Snacks provided by the Friends of the Chehalis Timberland Library.

Oct
11
Fri
Preschool Storytime @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Oct 11 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am

Stories, songs, and activities for preschoolers and their participating caregivers. This is an early learning program.

Tea Time for Teens @ Centralia Timberland Library
Oct 11 @ 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Hang out and spill the tea. Food and videogames will be available. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Centralia Timberland Library. For teens ages 12-18.

Teen After Hours: Horror Movie Marathon @ Centralia Timberland Library
Oct 11 @ 6:00 pm – 9:30 pm

A horror double feature if you dare! Arrive before the library closes, so you won’t be locked out and sad. Prepare to scream as loud as you want! Refreshments provided by Friends of the Centralia Timberland Library. For teens ages 12-18. This event will be held after regular hours, no other library services will be available.