This community events calendar is the place to find fun activities and things to do throughout Lewis County, including Centralia, Chehalis and beyond.
Morton Loggers Jubilee – The Granddaddy of all Logging Shows
Come on out to historic Morton, WA for the 78th Annual Morton Loggers’ Jubilee. Enjoy 2-day Logging Show, Lawnmower Races, Parade, Flea-Market, Food, Music and more.
LET’S ALL GO TO THE FAIR – AUGUST 17 – 22, 2021
Tuesday August 17…Kids Day – Ages 6 to 12 Get 1/2 Price Admission…Ages 6-12
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
10:00 pm – Fair Closes
Wednesday, August 18…Senior Day – Ages 60+ Get ½ Price Admission
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Thursday, August 19…Grange Day & HIGH SCHOOL NIGHT – after 4:00 pm High School Students with a valid ASB card get in for $3
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Dairy Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Sheep
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Friday, August 20…Military Appreciation Day – Discount w/Military ID
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Southwest Washington Junior Livestock Committee Auction – 5:30 PM New Judging Pavilion
Saturday, August 21 – Rodeo & Wild Horse Race at 6:00 PM in the Southwest Washington Fairgrounds Grandstands
Livestock Shows in Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
Sunday, August 22…Family Day…All Ages ½ Price Admission at the Gate
Livestock Shows In Progress:
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. J – Beef Cattle
All Day Events…4-H & FFA Dept. K – Goat
All Day Events…4-H, FFA, & Open Class – Dept. N – Poultry
All Day Judging…Horse Arena
KACS Family Day Concert Series
7:00 pm – Commercial Buildings Close…Fair Closes…See You Next Year In 2021…August 17th – 22nd

WorkSource is holding a FREE indoor Pop-Up Event at the Great Wolf Lodge in their Convention Center on Wednesday, November 3rd from 11:00 AM – 4:00 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!
If you are an employer located in Lewis County or Southern Thurston County and are interested in recruiting at this event, please email Zach Nibler at znibler@thurstonchamber.com . Employer space is limited.
Covid-19 safety protocols will be observed by all guests inside the building.
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 znibler@thurstonchamber.com or call (360) 357-3362, to request an accommodation.

SEAFOOD, SPIRITS & SONG hosted by Your Hometown Realtor Sybil M Kuhn.
Start a fun holiday tradition with this fun one-day event on Saturday, November 20. Held in a Gorgeous Barn/Event Venue, with all supplies provided to make a wreath! Christmas music throughout the day! All Funds raised for SMA.
Give a unique gift of firearms training to the women in your life. No pistol, no problem, I have several you can try. Just need them to bring 9mm Luger and/or .22LR. Learn the basics of what to look for when purchasing a handgun, how to hold the pistol, how to stand while shooting, how to aim, what may or may not be considered self-defense and more. Bring to class your firearm if you have one, proper ammo for it, eye/ear protection (I have extra if you don’t have either of those) and a baseball cap. Cost is $75 with a non-refundable preregistration fee of $25, leaving a balance due at the door of $50. Call Dolly at 360-978-4338 to register or get your questions answered.
Come learn about basic pistol shooting. Safety rules, grip, stance, sight alignment and more. Now is the time to overcome the fear of firearms. If you do not own a firearm that is not a problem. Just bring a box of 9mm Luger and/or a box of .22LR and you can try the different ones I have available. Bring your firearm, appropriate ammo for that firearm, eye/ear protection (I have some to loan of those as well) and a baseball cap. Contact Dolly at 360-978-4338 if you have any questions or would like to register for this class. A $25 non-refundable preregistration fee is required with the balance due at the door.
Education is the first step to overcome your fear of firearms. Want to buy a pistol but don’t know what to look for, then this class is for you. Have a firearm you are not sure about all the buttons and levers, this class is for you. If you do not own a firearm, no problem. I have several for you ladies to try, you would need to bring a box of 9mm Luger/Parabellum and/or .22 LR ammo to the class with you. The class is $75 which includes a $25 non-refundable registration fee. Preregistration is required. Bring eye/ear protection (I have extra of those), your firearm if you have one, the proper ammo for it, and a baseball cap. Call Dolly at 360-978-4338 to register or have your question answered.
Become a Certified NRA Range Safety Officer by taking this class. Learn how to spot trouble on a shooting range and what to do about it. Help keep others safe.
Students will arrive at 8:30 to fill out paperwork and for class handouts.
Students will need to bring their NRA card or a copy, pen, pencil, paper, snacks, drinks. Coffee and water will be provided.
We will break for lunch, 30 mins to 1 hour depending on time.
Cost is $75.00 full tuition, $25 deposit, non-refundable (so I can order books) balance of $50 (cash) is due at the beginning of class. Contact Charles at neelycw@comcast.net for information on making the deposit.
Deposit must be received by February 1st in order to be in class. (I won’t have any extra materials, I will be ordering just the number needed for class.)
“”The best time to learn anything, from first aid to firearm operation, is before you need it. The worst time to learn it is when you need that knowledge the most and yet know nothing.” Come and learn how to operate a handgun. Learn how to grip, align sights, press the trigger, how to stand and more. Don’t have a handgun, no problem. Just bring 9mm Luger/Parabellum and/or .22LR and you can use mine. You can try a semi-auto in both 9 mm and .22LR as well as a .22LR revolver. To register call Dolly at 360-978-4338. There is a $25 non-refundable deposit required at time of registration and balance due at the door. Bring a notebook, eye/ear protection and a baseball cap.