To add upcoming events to the Community Calendar, email reporter Matthew Zylstra at matthew@chronline.com.
Wreaths of Hope
Nov. 19 at 105 S. Tower Ave., Centralia; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The 17th annual Wreaths of Hope will include live music and vendors. Entry is $5 for one person and $10 for groups of two or more. Make and take wreaths for $25 each. All proceeds go to spinal muscular atrophy.
Twin Cities Rotary’s Turkey Bingo
Nov. 19 at the Eagles, 1993 S. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 3 to 5 p.m.
It costs $12 to get 11 bingo cards, a dauber and a paddle. The first 10 games you win either a turkey ro a kids prize. In the final game you win cash. Bruce Kimsey and Peter Abbarno will emcee. All proceeds go to support the local community.
Harmonies For Hope
Nov. 19 at City Farm, 456 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis; 6 p.m.
The piano show Harmonies For Hope will take place on Nov. 19 at City Farm in Chehalis. The highest bid gets a song played and a higher bid can make it stop. New for this year will be a drummer “who will surely help pump up the energy,” according to a statement released by the Boys and Girls Club of Lewis County. In addition to the show, attendees will also be able to enjoy games, raffles, food and drinks. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. Tables of eight cost $800 and tables of two cost $200. Prospective attendees can contact the Boys and Girls Club about different ticket or payment options by emailing info@bgcchehalis.org or calling 360-345-1700. The City Farm is located at 456 N. Market Blvd. in Chehalis. Seating is limited so early registration is encouraged. All proceeds will go to the Boys and Girls Club of Lewis County. For more information, visit www.bgclewiscounty.org.
All Souls Live at McFiler’s Chehalis Theater
Nov. 19 at McFiler’s Chehalis Theater, 558 North Market Blvd., Chehalis; 8 p.m.
The event will feature supporting acts by Githyanki and Contact. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
Newaukum Golf Course Weekly Bingo
Nov. 22 at the Newaukum Golf Course, 153 Newaukum Golf Dr., Chehalis; 5:30 to 7 p.m.
This is a free event at the Newaukum Golf Course.
Lewis County Community Band
Nov. 22 at the Corbet Theatre, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia; 7 p.m.
This is a free event.
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 sit down Thanksgiving dinner. Transportation is provided, call 360-736-9270 for pick up 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 towards its fundraising goals for the 2023 Firefighter Stairclimb in Seattle to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Shop Small 2 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 Dr., 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.
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.
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.
Boistfort Lions Club Walk N’ Knock
Dec. 3 at the 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, applesauce, 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.
