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.

Jan
23
Thu
Teen Hangout @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Jan 23 @ 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.

Jan
25
Sat
Crafting with Heydi: Paper Quilling @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Jan 25 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Come crafting at the library! We provide the supplies and you get to take home your creation.
Learn the art of paper quilling by creating an adorable owl pendant. All supplies provided.

Jan
26
Sun
A Girl & A Gun @ Centralia Rifle Club & Junior Division
Jan 26 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm

A Girl & A Gun is a woman’s only firearms training organization. Come learn to shoot a pistol, and eventually a rifle, in a safe and encouraging atmosphere. If you do not own a firearm let me know so one can be made available to try. Bring your firearm (if you have one), the correct ammo for it, eye and hearing protection. All women are welcome.

Jan
30
Thu
Hands On Preschool Open House @ Hands On Children's Museum
Jan 30 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Hands On Preschool Open House @ Hands On Children's Museum

Join us for our Preschool Open House!

January 30, 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Inspired learning for the whole child.

Benefits of Hands On Preschool
– Small class sizes and low student-teacher ratios with highly qualified early learning professionals. Click here to read more about our teachers.
– Open-ended activities and engaging art and science activities that enhance critical thinking skills by encouraging your child to observe, explore and ask questions.
– Abundant opportunities for language development by connecting themes to children’s literature and encouraging group socialization, which build literacy skills.
– Parent conferences, developmental checklists and open, regular communication with teachers.
– Seasonal field trips, special guests and unique museum learning opportunities.

More information: https://www.hocm.org/preschool

Feb
1
Sat
Dental Health Month @ Hands On Children's Museum
Feb 1 @ 10:00 am – Feb 2 @ 5:00 pm
Dental Health Month @ Hands On Children's Museum

Learn about the importance of dental hygiene through fun, interactive exhibits & activities!

FREE Dental Screenings
Saturdays, Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29: 1:00-3:00 p.m.
First Friday Night, Feb. 7: 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Meet & Greet Superheroes!
Amazon of Olympia, Feb. 8 & 29: 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Batman in Seattle, Feb. 8: 1-3 p.m.

Free & Fun Activities at the Science Table
Saturdays, 12:00-4:00 p.m.

Dental Health Month in the MakeSpace
Fridays – Sundays, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Explore the Puget Sound Dental Office Exhibit
In the Emergency! The gallery opens February 1.

FREE with admission

Paint night @ Kitty Kat Haven Program Center
Feb 1 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Paint night @ Kitty Kat Haven Program Center

Join Kitty Kat Haven for a winter paint night. All supplies will be provided for you, and your masterpiece will be ready to take home at the end of the night, this is a beginner class. All work will be acrylic paint on canvas. Proceeds go towards helping the cats under the care of KKH.

Bring a snack to share if you would like. The cost is $25 per person. It is recommended that you wear an apron or smock to protect your clothing in the event that paint is spilled. Snacks and non-acholic drinks will be provided.

Paint nights are really fun! Anyone can paint even if you’ve never done it before. All the paintings will be a little different because everyone has their own style. Click on the event picture to see the whole canvas. You can customize your painting how you’d like to make it unique to you! Instruction will be provided step by step and will take two or two and a half hours.

Paint Night will be hosted at the Kitty Kat Haven Program Center. You can buy tickets on our FB event page.

Feb
4
Tue
Candyce Bollinger: Discipline @ Hands On Children's Museum
Feb 4 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Candyce Bollinger: Discipline @ Hands On Children's Museum

A workshop designed to give parents a clear vision, goals (“the map”) and techniques to facilitate healthy discipline.

Feb
6
Thu
Dungeons & Dragons for Teens @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Feb 6 @ 3:30 pm – 6:00 pm

Seeking adventurers to embark on this epic quest! Come play Dungeons and Dragons on first and third Thursdays. Beginners welcome! Snacks provided by the Friends of the Chehalis Timberland Library.

Feb
7
Fri
First Friday Night: Dental Health Month @ Hands On Children's Museum
Feb 7 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
First Friday Night: Dental Health Month @ Hands On Children's Museum

Join us for Free Dental Screenings, run toothbrush ‘bots through mazes, and check out some of the biggest teeth around with replicas from Elephants, Mammoths, and Mastodons.

First two guests FREE, each additional guest just $2

Feb
8
Sat
Meet and greet superheroes Amazon of Olympia & Batman in Seattle @ Hands On Children's Museum
Feb 8 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Meet and greet superheroes Amazon of Olympia & Batman in Seattle @ Hands On Children's Museum

Meet and greet superheroes Amazon of Olympia & Batman in Seattle.