In focus: Centralia Downtown Association hosts ‘Alice in Flowerland’ block party at British Bites

The Centralia Downtown Association (CDA) held a “Alice in Flowerland” block party and fundraiser at British Bites in Centralia on Wednesday.

The event raised money for the annual flower baskets in downtown Centralia.

The Lewis Carroll-inspired block party featured a number of activities, including seedling planting hosted by Blue Zones Activate Lewis County, balloons from the Mad Hatter Play Cafe, a selection of food from British Bites and a bloom bar hosted by Fern Ridge Floral & Design where guests created their own Alice-inspired bouquet to take home.

While the event was free, the CDA raised money to support the annual placement of flower baskets in downtown Centralia. Donations toward helping downtown bloom during spring and summer of 2024 can be made via downtowncentralia.org. Baskets can be dedicated in honor or memory of a loved one, as well as sponsored by businesses.