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.

Jun
5
Wed
Friends of the Library Meeting @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Jun 5 @ 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm

Join the Friends of the Chehalis Timberland Library on the first Wednesday of every month. Support the library and the programs it provides. All are welcome!

Jun
6
Thu
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Jun 6 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

Join in a spirited book discussion of a selected title each month. New participants are always welcome! The June book is “Evicted: Poverty and Profit in the American City” by Matthew Desmond. Copies are available at the Information Desk one month before the discussion.

Jun
8
Sat
Make It and Take It: Japanese Calligraphy with Chiyo @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Jun 8 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Make It and Take It: Japanese Calligraphy with Chiyo @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library

Join professional artist, Chiyo Sanada, for a beginning class in Sumi-e Painting and Japanese Calligraphy. Expand your creativity by trying your hand at this beautiful artform. Space is very limited, reservations required – so be sure to register early. Registration begins May 25th.

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
11
Thu
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Jul 11 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
PageTurners Book Discussion @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library

Join in a spirited book discussion of a selected title each month. New participants are always welcome! The July book is “Beartown” by Fredrik Backman. Copies are available at the Information Desk one month before the discussion.

 

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.

Aug
17
Sat
Make it and Take it: Diamond Painting @ Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Aug 17 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

We provide the painting for you to bedazzle with mini diamond sequins. If you like precision and sparkles this activity is for you. Space is limited so please register online or call 360.748.3301 starting August 3rd. All supplies provided. For ages 11+. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Chehalis Timberland Library.
This event is part of the Summer Library Program, a Timberland Regional Library district-wide program.