To add upcoming events to the Community Calendar, email reporter Matthew Zylstra at matthew@chronline.com.
Choose Local Black Friday Bags
Nov. 23 at the Lewis County Mall, 151 NE Hampe Way, Chehalis; 5 p.m.
The Centralia-Chehalis Chamber of Commerce is partnering with local businesses to give customers coupons, promotional items and other surprises. There will be a sign for where participants should line up in their cars at the Lewis County Mall.
Community Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov. 24 at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1209 Scheuber Road, Centralia; 1 to 3 p.m.
The public is invited to join Immanuel Lutheran Church for a traditional sitdown Thanksgiving dinner. Transportation is provided. Call 360-736-9270 for pickup information. Free loaves of sweet bread are available while supplies last.
Riverside Fire Authority Fundraiser for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Nov. 25 at the Centralia Outlets, 1342 Lum Road, Centralia; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The local firefighter stairclimb team will be soliciting donations toward its fundraising goals for the 2023 Firefighter Stairclimb in Seattle to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Centralia Tree Lighting
Nov. 25 at George Washington Park in Centralia; 6 p.m.
Centralia will hold its 2022 tree lighting ceremony.
Shop Small Two-Day Market
Nov. 26 and 27 at Jester Auto Museum, 321 Hamilton Road, Chehalis; Nov. 26: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Nov. 27: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Santa will be present so families can come take their own free photos with him from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Nov. 26, and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 27. Over 40 vendors will be present. Parking and admission is free.
Newaukum Golf Course Weekly Bingo
Nov. 29 at the Newaukum Golf Course, 153 Newaukum Golf Drive, Chehalis; 5:30 to 7 p.m.
This is a free event at the Newaukum Golf Course.
Centralia College Jazz Ensemble
Nov. 30 at the Corbet Theatre, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia; 7 p.m.
This is a free event.
The Shed Christmas Market
Dec. 1, 2 and 3 at The Shed, 516 Spooner Road, Chehalis
The Christmas market will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 1; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2; and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. To reach The Shed, take Exit 77 on Interstate 5 and head west on state Route 6 for about 7 miles before turning right on Spooner Road and follow the signs to The Shed.
Craft Bazaar
Dec. 2 and 3 at Moonstang Creations, 569 Twin Oaks Road, Chehalis; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
There is no fee for this event.
2022 Mossyrock Garden Club Look-A-Rama
Dec. 2 and 3 at Mossyrock Grange Hall, 152 Isbell Road, Mossyrock
The event will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 2, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3. The event will feature toys, crafts, poinsettias, candy and baked goods, custom wreaths, swags and arrangements, a silent auction and a raffle. A luncheon will be served on both days. Free cake and coffee will be available. Proceeds go to benefit the Mossyrock High School Scholarship Program.
Beers For Deer
Dec. 2 at Dick’s Brewery, 3516 Galvin Road, Centralia; 5:30 p.m.
The Mule Deer Foundation’s Chehalis Valley Blacktail Chapter is hosting this event.
Dueling Pianos
Dec. 2 at The Loft, 547 NW Pacific Ave., Chehalis; 6 p.m.
The Adaline Coffman Guild for Seattle Children’s Hospital will present the event to benefit uncompensated care. Individual tickets are $100, while tickets for a table of eight are $1,000. Sponsorship packets are available starting at $500.
Boistfort Lions Club Walk N’ Knock
Dec. 3 at Boistfort; 10 a.m.
Volunteers will go to houses on routes and pick up food and donations and take them to the food bank. For more information on how to volunteer, call 360-269-2079.
Breakfast With Santa
Dec. 3 at the Moose Family Center, 1400 Grand Ave., Centralia; 8 to 11 a.m.
Pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, apple sauce, juice, coffee and hot chocolate will be served at this fundraiser for Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Santa will arrive at 8:30 a.m. Suggested donation for adults is $7, children ages 4 through 12, $4. Free for kids under 3-years-old. Wreaths for sale by Lewis County Work Opportunities. Bring your own camera.
Friends of the Chehalis Library Annual Book Sale
Dec. 3 at the Vernetta Smith Timberland Library, 400 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Friends of the Chehalis Library is hosting its annual book sale after the Santa Parade. Books of all genres and for all ages will be available. All proceeds from this sale are given to the library and fund programs throughout the year. Specially designed high quality cloth book bags will also be available for purchase.
Holiday Charity Bazaar
Dec. 3 at the Centralia Community Church of God, 3320 Borst Ave., Centralia; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Please use the east entrance near the gym. Proceeds support Health and Hope Medical Clinic.
Black Lake Bible Camp Christmas Extravaganza
Dec. 3 at the Black Lake Bible Camp, 6521 Fairview Road, Olympia; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Holiday bazaar and childrens carnival.
Westminster Bells Choir Christmas Celebration
Dec. 3 and 4 at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 349 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis and Harrison Square Presbyterian Church, 1227 Harrison Ave., Centralia.
The Westminster Bells will be performing a concert. This is the 34th season the Westminster Bells has performed concerts, and its first since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The concerts will be on Saturday, Dec. 3 at 7 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 4 at 3 p.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Chehalis and Sunday, Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. at Harrison Square Presbyterian Church in Centralia.
Twin City Senior Center Tai Ji Quan
Dec. 5 at Twin City Senior Center, 2545 N. National Ave., Chehalis; 10 to 11 a.m.
This is a free introductory class for Tai Ji Quan. The class will focus on eight forms from the Tai Ji Quan program that will help build core muscles to promote balance. The program helps individuals stand up more easily from a chair, shift balance from foot to foot and step backwards with ease.
Pacific Northwest Chamber Orchestra
Dec. 5 at the Corbet Theatre, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia; 7 p.m.
This is a free event. The concert will feature themes from movies such as “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Polar Express” and “Jurassic Park.” There will also be traditional Christmas music. The Westminster Bells will also perform.
Newaukum Golf Course Weekly Bingo
Dec. 6 at the Newaukum Golf Course, 153 Newaukum Golf Drive, Chehalis; 5:30 to 7 p.m.
This is a free event at the Newaukum Golf Course.
Twin City Senior Center Tai Ji Quan
Dec. 7 at Twin City Senior Center, 2545 N. National Ave., Chehalis; 10 to 11 a.m.
This is a free introductory class for Tai Ji Quan. The class will focus on eight forms from the Tai Ji Quan program that will help build core muscles to promote balance. The program helps individuals stand up more easily from a chair, shift balance from foot to foot and step backwards with ease.
Adna Grange’s Annual Breakfast With Santa
Dec. 10 at the Adna Grange, 123 Dieckman Road, Adna; 9 to 11:30 a.m.
The breakfast will have scrambled eggs, pancakes, sausage, fruit cups, juice and coffee. The entrance fee is $6 for all ages. Kids meals include a bag of goodies, a visit with Santa and a make-and-take craft.
Holiday Market
Dec. 10 at Jester Auto Museum, 321 Hamilton Road, Chehalis; 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Santa will be available for families to come take free photos with him from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Over 50 vendors will be present.
Make the Yuletide Gay Community Celebration
Dec. 11 at McFilers Chehalis Theater, 558 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hosted by Sophia Zha Ji Sinclair, the event will include live performances. Holiday sweaters are encouraged. There will be free bingo with community prizes. Endless brunch costs $20 with the first drink included.
Newaukum Golf Course Weekly Bingo
Dec. 13 at the Newaukum Golf Course, 153 Newaukum Golf Drive, Chehalis; 5:30 to 7 p.m.
This is a free event at the Newaukum Golf Course.
Cascade Community Healthcare Legislative and Governmental Forum
Dec. 14; 3 to 5:30 p.m.
Local social service agencies serving Lewis County in mental health, substance use and housing will have the opportunity to address a panel consisting of legislators from the 19th and 20th legislative districts and local government officials. Agencies will have time to inform the panelists about their work and the need for their continued support. The forum is open to the public. The event will be in-person and will stream on multiple platforms.
Free Lacrosse Clinic
Dec. 15 at NW Sports Hub, 701 Allen Ave., Centralia; 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Free lacrosse clinic for children in first through eighth grade.
Southwest Washington Dance 25th Anniversary Nutcracker
Dec. 15, 16, 17 and 18 at the Corbet Theatre, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia
The Nutcracker will be performed at Centralia College’s Corbet Theatre on Thursday, Dec. 15 at 7:30 p.m.; Friday, Dec. 16 at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 17 at 2 and 7:30 p.m.; and Sunday, Dec. 18 at 1 and 5:30 p.m. Tickets are $24 for adults and $16 for children, seniors and military members. Tickets are available online at www.swwdance.org. After Dec. 11 tickets are also available at the Corbet Theatre Box Office from 2 to 7 p.m. The Thursday, Dec. 15 showing is a “pay what you can” showing with tickets being sold at the box office beginning at 6 p.m.
