To add upcoming events to the Community Calendar, email reporter Matthew Zylstra at matthew@chronline.com.
Taco Feed Fundraiser
Feb. 21 at the Centralia-Chehalis Moose Lodge, 1400 Grand Ave., Centralia; 5:30 to 7 p.m.
The parents of the Centralia High School graduating class are holding a taco night fundraiser. All proceeds towards senior prom and graduation. There will be a raffle. The event is open to the public.
Adult Lego Club
Feb. 22 at McFiler’s, 543 NW Pacific Ave., Chehalis; 6 p.m.
Legos are provided. Adults can come build and have beverages.
Complete Hearing and Balance Ribbon Cutting
Feb. 23 at Complete Hearing and Balance, 1817 S. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 12:30 p.m.
Owner Alison Vega will be on hand along with other providers and staff. There will be refreshments and visitors can tour the facility. Visitors can bring their hearing aids for a free cleaning during the event. The public is invited to this event.
Reducing Food Waste
Feb. 23 at the Nature Farm Farmacy, 176 NE School St., Chehalis; 5:30 p.m.
This class will help attendees learn strategies to properly store food and other tools to eliminate food waste. Taught by dietitian Lauren Johnson, this class will cover various strategies for food waste reduction. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by calling 360-996-4387.
Herbs for Hormones
Feb. 24 at the Nature Farm Farmacy, 176 NE School St., Chehalis; 4 p.m.
Taught by Dr. Jennifer Green, ND, this course will teach attendees about hormones and the menstrual cycle, as well as herbs for common menstrual issues. The course is ideal for women who want to learn more about their hormones with little to no knowledge about herbs. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased by calling 360-996-4387.
Free Movie Night
Feb. 24 at Christian Fellowship of Winlock, 630 Cemetery Road, Winlock; 6 p.m.
Free popcorn, Red Vines, hot cocoa and coffee will be offered at this free showing of “Flywheel.” The movie is about the unexpected pitfalls experienced by a used car dealer as he decides to go honest. For more information, call 360-785-4280.
Potato Bake at Adna Grange
Feb. 25 at the Adna Grange, 123 Dieckman Road, Adna; 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
The event costs $7 to attend and includes toppings, a garden salad, a beverage and dessert.
Chehalis Basin Film Festival
Feb. 25 at the Seventh Street Theatre, 313 Seventh St., Hoquiam; 3 to 5 p.m.
Free film festival that includes Question and Answer panels. Films will highlight salmon, beaver and amphibians as well as local habitat restoration projects.
Grandparents/Grandchildren Ball
Feb. 25 at the Olequa Senior Center, 119 SW Kerront St., Winlock; 2 to 4 p.m.
This is the first annual Grandparents/Grandchildren Ball. All ages are welcome and there will be light refreshments, raffle prizes, games, dancing and pictures. The cost of entry is $10 for adults and $5 for children. For more information, contact Rachelle by calling 360-785-4325 or emailing Rachelle.Ireton@LewisCountySeniors.org.
Comedy Night
Feb. 25 at the Riverside Golf Club, 1451 NW Airport Road, Chehalis; 8 to 11:30 p.m.
Seniors Paint Class
Feb. 27 at the Olequa Senior Center, 119 SW Kerront St., Winlock; 2 to 5 p.m.
This will be a season themed paint class for beginners. All supplies are provided and space is limited. Prepayment for a $10 fee is required. For more information, call 360-785-4325.
Centralia Point Assisted Living and Memory Care Ribbon Cutting
March 2 at Centralia Point Assisted Living and Memory Care, 2010 Cooks Hill Road, Centralia; 2 p.m.
Attendees can tour the newly renovated Assisted Living Community and the new secured Memory Care Unit. Owner Terri Waldroff and Director of Operations Nanette Wilkins will be available to meet. Refreshments will be provided and there will be a raffle drawing.
Acoustic Music Jam
March 3 at Faith Baptist Church, 436 Coal Creek Road, Chehalis; 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
The Washington Old Time Fiddlers Association will be hosting an acoustic music jam. The jam is free and open to the public. All ages and abilities are welcome. You do not have to be a member of the Washington Old Time Fiddlers to attend. For more information, call 360-791-5185.
Chehalis Basin Film Festival
March 3 at the Centralia College Transalta Commons, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia; 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Free film festival that includes Question and Answer panels. Films will highlight salmon, beaver and amphibians as well as local habitat restoration projects.
Burger and Brew Night Fundraiser
March 4 at Bub’s Pub, 1326 Harrison Ave., Centralia; 4 to 6 p.m.
This event is to raise money for the Centralia High School senior prom and graduation. There will be a $20 burger basket with fries and a beer with $10 going to the fundraiser.
Dodgeball Tournament
March 10 at NW Sports Hub, 701 Allen Ave., Centralia; 6 p.m.
This fundraiser is to help raise money to help fund free events for Lewis County children and families, provide scholarships, and support youth programs. Five players per team with a $500 entry fee. Sign up at https://www.kiddinaround360.com.
Cornhole Tournament Fundraiser
March 11 at Dick’s Brewery, 3516 Galvin Road, Centralia; 11:30 a.m.
Entry is $25 and there will be a random drawing to determine teams. Top three teams will receive prizes. There will be five rounds of cornhole and a silent auction.
Ladies Night by Gemini Events
March 11 at Vintage Grand Room, 545 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 3 to 8 p.m.
Those 21 and over can come get a drink from the champagne bar at the Vintage Grand Room during which there will be a shopping experience featuring over 20 vendors. Once finished, participants can grab a map listing participating businesses offering special deals and explore the businesses of Downtown Chehalis. The event is free but drinks must be purchased. Proceeds from the bar will be donated to the United Way of Lewis County and Experience Chehalis.
Women in Business Seminar
March 15 at The Vintage-Washington Hotel, 545 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 1 to 3 p.m.
The keynote speaker at this Economic Alliance of Lewis County-sponsored event will be former Washington state Governor Christine Gregoire. The panel of local speakers will include Coralee Taylor of The Chronicle and the Silver Agency, Amanda Singleton of Rainier Connect, Suzie Swope of Gurl Gone Green Professional Blogger and Samantha Magnuson of LC Coffee and Nomad Outfitters. The cost of attendance is $10 and attendees can pre-register by calling 360-748-0114.
Internet Safety Community Forum
March 15 at the Centralia College Transalta Commons, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia; 6 p.m.
This is a free workshop for parents and guardians. There will be a presentation by childhood advocate and education consultant Katey McPherson. A Q&A session will follow the workshop. The event will cover what parents should know about the impacts of screen time on developing brains, peer relationships and social-emotional development. The event will have a specific focus on youth mental health and digital safety.
