Aberdeen Events Calendar

This calendar is the place to find fun events happening throughout Grays Harbor County including Aberdeen, Hoquiam, Westport, Ocean Shores, Elma, Montesano and beyond.

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Sep
15
Thu
Parent to Parent Grays Harbor @ The Arc of Grays Harbor
Sep 15 @ 2:00 pm

On the third Thursday of each month, The Arc of Grays Harbor offers an informative Parent Support group for parents of kids with developmental disabilities. Contact Charlene at 360-537-7000 for more information.

Sep
17
Sat
Chehalis Watershed Festival @ Simpson Elementary School
Sep 17 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm

The Chehalis Watershed Festival Celebration is coming to Simpson Elementary School during Lake Sylvia Days as part of the Fall Festival in Montesano. The Celebration offers great activities for the whole family.

The Watershed Festival celebrates the Chehalis River, the plants, animals and people who depend on the river and its watershed. Local volunteers will provide activities that are both educational and fun. Come slide down the “Drain Dare” and learn how to keep water in the Chehalis River clean. Try your hand at moving earth like a river with the River Table. Learn about the fish you might see in the Chehalis River, including the spooky Lamprey, and try out the: Salmon Life-Cycle Beanbag Toss, Fishing For Facts, and How Wetlands Work.

For more information, see: www.chehalisbasinpartnership.org

Sep
19
Mon
Elma City Council Meeting @ Elma City Hall
Sep 19 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Sep
26
Mon
Montesano City Council Meeting @ Montesano City Hall
Sep 26 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Sep
28
Wed
Aberdeen City Council Meeting @ Aberdeen City Hall
Sep 28 @ 6:30 pm
Oct
2
Sun
Elma City Council Meeting @ Elma City Hall
Oct 2 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Oct
9
Sun
Hoquiam City Council Meeting @ Hoquiam City Hall
Oct 9 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Oct
10
Mon
Montesano City Council Meeting @ Montesano City Hall
Oct 10 @ 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Oct
12
Wed
“Meet the Candidates” Luncheon @ Stay Beyond Inn & Suites
Oct 12 @ 12:00 pm

Elma Chamber of Commerce is hosting “Meet the Candidates” luncheon, featuring candidates running for positions on the ballot for East County.  The public is invited to join us at noon, Wednesday, October 12, 2016 at Stay Beyond Inn & Suites conference center in Elma. 

The luncheon will begin with candidates introducing themselves and sharing why they want to run for the office and their qualifications. Public may ask questions of candidates following all introductions.  Candidates expected to attend are those running for Grays Harbor Commissioner, State Senator Legislative District 19 & 24, Grays Harbor Superior Court Judge, P.U.D. Commissioner and District Court #1.  

Lunch will be provided by Elma Chamber of Commerce for a $5.00 donation.  For additional information email elmachamber@gmail.com or call (360) 482-3055.

Aberdeen City Council Meeting @ Aberdeen City Hall
Oct 12 @ 7:15 pm
Oct
15
Sat
Building Healthy Connections Day @ Summit Pacific Medical Center
Oct 15 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Summit Pacific Medical Center is hosting a day full of activities that lead to healthy connections! We will be featuring a wide range of events that truly offers something for everyone. Enjoy a free massage, get an eye exam and hearing test, get your flu vaccine, collect swag and chat with various other wellness vendors, enter to win a door prize and more!

5K Fun Run starts at 10 a.m.
Farm Fresh Community Lunch – 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Pet Walk – 1:00 p.m.

Learn more about this Free Community event in a full article on GraysHarborTalk here.

Canoe Building in the Chinook Tradition @ Westport Timberland Library
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Canoe Building in the Chinook Tradition @ Westport Timberland Library | Westport | Washington | United States

Westport Timberland Library presents Canoe Building in the Chinook Tradition, 6-7 p.m., October 19 for adults and teens. Tony Johnson is Tribal Chair for the Chinook Tribe–and a master canoe builder. He will share the lore and craftsmanship of building a wood canoe following tribal practices with a talk illustrated by slides of canoes he has built. This is part of Timberland Reads Together, an annual Timberland Regional Library district-wide program. For more information call 360-268-0521.

 

Canoe Building in the Chinook Tradition @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Oct 15 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Canoe Building in the Chinook Tradition @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Aberdeen Timberland Library presents Canoe Building in the Chinook Tradition, 6-7 p.m., October 17 for adults and teens. Tony Johnson is Tribal Chair for the Chinook Tribe–and a master canoe builder. He will share the lore and craftsmanship of building a wood canoe following tribal practices with a talk illustrated by slides of canoes he has built. Hot beverages will be provided at the event, courtesy of the Friends of the Aberdeen Timberland Library. This is part of Timberland Reads Together, an annual Timberland Regional Library district-wide program. For more information call 360-533-2360.

Jeremy Kittel Trio @ Bishop Center
Oct 15 @ 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Jeremy Kittel Trio @ Bishop Center

Jeremy Kittel is an American fiddler, violinist, and composer. Fluent in multiple genres, his original music draws from traditional roots, jazz, Celtic, classical, eletronic, and more. He has composed and arranged for artists Jars of Clay, Yo-Yo Ma, and the Silk Road Ensemble. The Trio appeared in “Prairie Home Companion,” in addition to their frequent tours. Adults $15, Seniors $12, $10 Students, 12 & under one free w/paying adult.

 

Oct
17
Mon
Elma City Council Meeting @ Elma City Hall
Oct 17 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Oct
18
Tue
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 18 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
19
Wed
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 19 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
20
Thu
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 20 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Parent to Parent Grays Harbor @ The Arc of Grays Harbor
Oct 20 @ 2:00 pm

On the third Thursday of each month, The Arc of Grays Harbor offers an informative Parent Support group for parents of kids with developmental disabilities. Contact Charlene at 360-537-7000 for more information.

Oct
21
Fri
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 21 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Oct
22
Sat
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores
Oct 22 all-day
Celtic Music Festival @ Ocean Shores

2016 will herald the 13th year of the Galway Bay’s Celtic Music Feis; celebrating Irish, Scottish, and Celtic  Music. From sessions to rock and everything in-between we have over 100 musicians who are a part of over 35 bands flooding Ocean Shores, WA with music, workshops and FUN for six days this October.

The Festival begins the evening of Tuesday, October 18, 2016 and lasts until Sunday, October 23, 2016. An eclectic mix of Irish bands, choirs and dancers hailing from throughout the United States, Canada and, of course, Ireland will be rounding out this year’s entertainment.

In addition to our own Celtic Imports Gift Shop we have an array of Celtic vendors in our vendor village inside the convention center.

There are a limited number of VIP tickets available so buying early is important for those of us who don’t want to miss the festivities at Galway Bay.

Spooky Arts and Crafts @ Oakville Library
Oct 22 @ 11:00 am – 2:30 pm
Spooky Arts and Crafts @ Oakville Library | Oakville | Washington | United States

Oakville Timberland Library presents Spooky Art, 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., October 22 for children. Young artists wanted at the library to create spooky crafts and checkout hair-raising books. Costumes are welcome, but not required. For more information call 360-273-5305.