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.

Jul
5
Fri
Mineral Arts & Crafts Fair
Jul 5 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come peruse and buy amazing locally and regionally made crafts in the gym at this FREE weekend-long art show held in the foothills of Mt. Rainier and hosted by the Mineral Lake Lions Club and Mineral School. See or purchase original watercolors, oil paintings, acrylics, jewelry, quilts, fiber art, apparel, photography, wood work and carvings, artisanal soaps and foods, and much more!  There will be art demonstrations and mini-lessons, a quilt gallery, and even a kids’ baking contest. On Saturday night July 6, enjoy The Drop Shadows Band playing in town at The Headquarters Tavern — no cover charge.  http://mineral-school.org/upcoming-events/

Jul
6
Sat
Mineral Arts & Crafts Fair
Jul 6 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come peruse and buy amazing locally and regionally made crafts in the gym at this FREE weekend-long art show held in the foothills of Mt. Rainier and hosted by the Mineral Lake Lions Club and Mineral School. See or purchase original watercolors, oil paintings, acrylics, jewelry, quilts, fiber art, apparel, photography, wood work and carvings, artisanal soaps and foods, and much more!  There will be art demonstrations and mini-lessons, a quilt gallery, and even a kids’ baking contest. On Saturday night July 6, enjoy The Drop Shadows Band playing in town at The Headquarters Tavern — no cover charge.  http://mineral-school.org/upcoming-events/

Jul
7
Sun
Mineral Arts & Crafts Fair
Jul 7 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm

Come peruse and buy amazing locally and regionally made crafts in the gym at this FREE weekend-long art show held in the foothills of Mt. Rainier and hosted by the Mineral Lake Lions Club and Mineral School. See or purchase original watercolors, oil paintings, acrylics, jewelry, quilts, fiber art, apparel, photography, wood work and carvings, artisanal soaps and foods, and much more!  There will be art demonstrations and mini-lessons, a quilt gallery, and even a kids’ baking contest. On Saturday night July 6, enjoy The Drop Shadows Band playing in town at The Headquarters Tavern — no cover charge.  http://mineral-school.org/upcoming-events/

Jul
14
Sun
Annual Pioneer Pie Social @ Historic Claquato Church
Jul 14 @ 1:30 pm

The annual Pioneer Pie Social happens Sunday, July 14 at 1:30 p.m. at the historic Claquato Church.

Over 30 pies will be up for live and silent auction as well as gift baskets and other items donated by friends of the museum. Live bluegrass music will be provided by The Lewis County Pickers.

This year’s auctioneer is Todd Mason. Enjoy pie by the slice, a game of corn hole, balloon animals, and the candy hunt.

The Daughters of the Pioneers will be giving tours of the historic Claquato Church.

Aug
15
Thu
End of Summer Party! for Teens @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Aug 15 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Teens, come celebrate the end of the Summer Library Program with food, music, games, and the Azkavan! The mobile Harry Potter themed escape room is coming to Chehalis!

Space is limited, so come in and register for the Azkavan ahead of time!

This event is part of the Summer Library Program, a Timberland Regional Library district-wide program.

Sep
10
Tue
Prairie Steppers Square Dance Lessons @ Oakview Grange
Sep 10 @ 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!

Sep
13
Fri
10th Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Grays Harbor College
Sep 13 @ 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
10th Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Grays Harbor College

Join us for a day of skill building workshops, networking, and inspiration!

Featuring Keynote Speaker Susan Howlett, nationally known nonprofit speaker, trainer and consultant.

Haiku Contest – Win $500 for your nonprofit
Free Professional Headshots
Continental Breakfast and Lunch included

Interactive workshop sessions on a wide range of topics including fundraising, working with a Board of Directors, volunteer recruitment & management, sustainability, leadership, communications and more!

Learn more and register online at www.nonprofitleaders.info Registration $30 through August 13. Scholarships are available. See www.nonprofitleaders. Info for more information.

Sep
17
Tue
Prairie Steppers Square Dance Lessons @ Oakview Grange
Sep 17 @ 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!

Sep
24
Tue
Prairie Steppers Square Dance Lessons @ Oakview Grange
Sep 24 @ 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!

Sep
29
Sun
2019 Harvest Dinner Masquerade @ City Farm Chehalis
Sep 29 @ 4:00 pm
2019 Harvest Dinner Masquerade @ City Farm Chehalis

The Community Farmers Market of Chehalis invites you to their 13th annual Harvest Dinner celebration and fundraiser. It’s a Masquerade Ball so come in costume or as you are for an evening of farm to table food, live jazz music, dancing, and community building.

We are proud to partner with Jay Ryan of Hub City Grub, Cara Buswell from Good Stuff Catering, Callisons Inc., McFiler’s Bar, and City Farm Chehalis to bring you this incredible event. Doors open at 4:00 p.m., dinner is served at 6:00 p.m. with gluten free and vegan options available!

There will be free mask making at Tuesday market on September 17th and 24th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Come to support the market, meet local farmers, network in this great community, and enjoy one of the best dinners of the year in Chehalis. The Chehalis Farmers Market is a 501c3 non-profit and all contributions to our event are tax-deductible.

There will be a silent auction from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. and a dessert auction after dinner. All proceeds go directly to the Farmers Market and support farm to consumer food access in Lewis County.

Ticket information found here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2437332599871785/
Or at Brown Paper Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4339548

Tickets can also be purchased at Mackinaws, Embody Studios in Centralia, Book n’ Brush in Chehalis, and Santa Lucia Coffee.