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.

Have an event that isn’t listed? Please email events@GraysHarborTalk.com with the following information:

  • Name of Event
  • Date, time and location (name of business if applicable and complete address)
  • Organizer(s) name
  • Cost
  • URL to purchase tickets
  • Website URL
  • SHORT description of event
  • Photo

Our editors will review and post within a few business days.

Jun
12
Thu
Rural Route Northeast Meeting @ Pearsall Building
Jun 12 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Join us as we discuss

Solidifying bicycle map routes (McCleary, Elma, Brady, Satsop, Montesano, Central Park, Recreational Routes, HWY12 connection).

Discuss Map Legend

Services and Tourist Attractions

Easy-Moderate-Difficult list

Jun
13
Fri
Saddlebag Meet-up @ Grays Harbor Public Market
Jun 13 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Saddlebags are backpacks for bicycles.  The idea of these meetings is:

  1. Arrive on a bike
  2. Discuss the route to be ridden
  3. Place the map, paper and writing utensils in your saddlebag
  4. Ride the route, stop and record when needed
  5. Regroup at a designated location to discuss findings

If a person does not want to ride, they are welcome to come for the discussions and either wait for the bike riders to return or walk part of the route.

Jun
20
Fri
Mountain Biking Meeting @ Beehive Restaurant
Jun 20 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Join us as we discuss:

  • Trails to include in GH Tourism Map
  • Conditions of trails
  • Skill level of trails
  • Rules, permits and other helpful information

Stick around afterward for a bike ride starting at 5 p.m.

Jun
27
Fri
Saddlebag Meet-up @ Grays Harbor Public Market
Jun 27 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Saddlebags are backpacks for bicycles.  The idea of these meetings is:

  1. Arrive on a bike
  2. Discuss the route to be ridden
  3. Place the map, paper and writing utensils in your saddlebag
  4. Ride the route, stop and record when needed
  5. Regroup at a designated location to discuss findings

If a person does not want to ride, they are welcome to come for the discussions and either wait for the bike riders to return or walk part of the route.

Jun
28
Sat
Bearcats vs Colts @ Stewart Field at Aberdeen High School
Jun 28 @ 6:00 pm

Enjoy an evening of football as the Bearcats go head-to-head against the SD Thunder. Gates open at 4 p.m.

Jul
17
Thu
Preserve the Taste of Summer: Expert Food Preservation Advice @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Jul 17 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Preserve the Taste of Summer: Expert Food Preservation Advice @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Grays Harbor County Extension staff will present a session on preserving homegrown and farm fresh produce on Thursday, July 17 from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Aberdeen Timberland Library.

This program is designed for adults looking for expert advice, answers to questions and the latest tips in time for the harvest and canning season. Attendees may bring their pressure canner gauges to be checked.

 

 

Jul
22
Tue
ReferenceUSA Training Session for Job Seekers, Small Businesses and Students @ TRL Administrative Service Center
Jul 22 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

The Timberland Regional Library (TRL) will hold three training sessions on July 22 and 23 to teach people how to use ReferenceUSA, a powerful, online research tool that can be especially helpful for small business owners, entrepreneurs, non-profit researchers, job seekers, students, writers and media professionals. In addition to professional use, ReferenceUSA can assist anyone looking for information on schools, childcare centers, doctors, hospitals, churches, businesses and other vital services.

ReferenceUSA is one of more than 70 subscription databases that TRL provides to the public.

For more information, contact Central Reference/Ask-a-Librarian Service at 360-704-4636 or 800-562-6022 outside the Olympia calling area, or visit www.TRL.org.

ReferenceUSA Training Session for Job Seekers, Small Businesses and Students @ Tumwater Timberland Library
Jul 22 @ 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The Timberland Regional Library (TRL) will hold three training sessions on July 22 and 23 to teach people how to use ReferenceUSA, a powerful, online research tool that can be especially helpful for small business owners, entrepreneurs, non-profit researchers, job seekers, students, writers and media professionals. In addition to professional use, ReferenceUSA can assist anyone looking for information on schools, childcare centers, doctors, hospitals, churches, businesses and other vital services.

ReferenceUSA is one of more than 70 subscription databases that TRL provides to the public.

For more information, contact Central Reference/Ask-a-Librarian Service at 360-704-4636 or 800-562-6022 outside the Olympia calling area, or visit www.TRL.org.

Jul
23
Wed
ReferenceUSA Training Session for Job Seekers, Small Businesses and Students @ TRL Administrative Service Center
Jul 23 @ 8:30 am – 9:30 am

The Timberland Regional Library (TRL) will hold three training sessions on July 22 and 23 to teach people how to use ReferenceUSA, a powerful, online research tool that can be especially helpful for small business owners, entrepreneurs, non-profit researchers, job seekers, students, writers and media professionals. In addition to professional use, ReferenceUSA can assist anyone looking for information on schools, childcare centers, doctors, hospitals, churches, businesses and other vital services.

ReferenceUSA is one of more than 70 subscription databases that TRL provides to the public.

For more information, contact Central Reference/Ask-a-Librarian Service at 360-704-4636 or 800-562-6022 outside the Olympia calling area, or visit www.TRL.org.

Jul
25
Fri
Hog Wild @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Jul 25 all-day

Hog Wild is three days of fun, excitement, music, food, vendors and beautiful northwestern scenery, as well as a chance to win a 2014 Indian Chief Custom Motorcycle.

For more information about this event, click here.

Friday, July 25

8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration Open
11:30 a.m.: Beer Garen Opens
11:30 a.m.: DJ starts
11:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
noon-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Men’s small piece tattoo competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Ladies’ small piece tattoo competition
2:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ competition
3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m.: Slow Bikes Races
4 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Spirit Ride Prime Rib Buffet
4:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
5 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Swimsuit Competition
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Bike Stereo Competition
8 p.m.-9 p.m.: Bikes on parade
9 p.m.-10:30 p.m.: Skynnyn Lynnyrd Concert

Saturday, July 26th
8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration is open
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
10 a.m.: DJ Starts
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Ride in bike show
10:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
11 a.m.: Beer Garden Opens
11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Poker Run
11:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Mr. Hog Wild
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ Competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Miss Hog Wild Competition
2:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Races
3:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Entertainment/Band (TBD)
4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Bikes on Parade
5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Hog Wild Barbecue Feast
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Men’s Large Piece Tattoo Competition
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
8 p.m.-8:15 p.m.: Ladies’ Large Piece Tattoo Competition
8:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m.: Bike Competition
9:30 p.m.-11 p.m.: Hell’s Belles
Sunday, July 27th
9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Hog Wild Hangover Breakfast Buffet ($19.95)
10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Vendors Open
Entertainment TBA
2 p.m.: Spirit Ride Grand Finale Bike Giveaway
Jul
26
Sat
Hog Wild @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Jul 26 all-day

Hog Wild is three days of fun, excitement, music, food, vendors and beautiful northwestern scenery, as well as a chance to win a 2014 Indian Chief Custom Motorcycle.

For more information about this event, click here.

Friday, July 25

8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration Open
11:30 a.m.: Beer Garen Opens
11:30 a.m.: DJ starts
11:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
noon-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Men’s small piece tattoo competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Ladies’ small piece tattoo competition
2:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ competition
3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m.: Slow Bikes Races
4 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Spirit Ride Prime Rib Buffet
4:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
5 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Swimsuit Competition
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Bike Stereo Competition
8 p.m.-9 p.m.: Bikes on parade
9 p.m.-10:30 p.m.: Skynnyn Lynnyrd Concert

Saturday, July 26th
8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration is open
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
10 a.m.: DJ Starts
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Ride in bike show
10:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
11 a.m.: Beer Garden Opens
11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Poker Run
11:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Mr. Hog Wild
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ Competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Miss Hog Wild Competition
2:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Races
3:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Entertainment/Band (TBD)
4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Bikes on Parade
5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Hog Wild Barbecue Feast
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Men’s Large Piece Tattoo Competition
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
8 p.m.-8:15 p.m.: Ladies’ Large Piece Tattoo Competition
8:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m.: Bike Competition
9:30 p.m.-11 p.m.: Hell’s Belles
Sunday, July 27th
9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Hog Wild Hangover Breakfast Buffet ($19.95)
10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Vendors Open
Entertainment TBA
2 p.m.: Spirit Ride Grand Finale Bike Giveaway
Jul
27
Sun
Hog Wild @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Jul 27 all-day

Hog Wild is three days of fun, excitement, music, food, vendors and beautiful northwestern scenery, as well as a chance to win a 2014 Indian Chief Custom Motorcycle.

For more information about this event, click here.

Friday, July 25

8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration Open
11:30 a.m.: Beer Garen Opens
11:30 a.m.: DJ starts
11:30 a.m.-3:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
noon-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Men’s small piece tattoo competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Ladies’ small piece tattoo competition
2:15 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ competition
3:15 p.m.-4:15 p.m.: Slow Bikes Races
4 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Spirit Ride Prime Rib Buffet
4:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
5 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Swimsuit Competition
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Bike Stereo Competition
8 p.m.-9 p.m.: Bikes on parade
9 p.m.-10:30 p.m.: Skynnyn Lynnyrd Concert

Saturday, July 26th
8 a.m.-9 p.m.: Registration is open
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Vendors Open
10 a.m.: DJ Starts
10 a.m.-9 p.m.: Ride in bike show
10:30 a.m.-2:15 p.m.: Band (TBD)
11 a.m.: Beer Garden Opens
11 a.m.-2 p.m.: Poker Run
11:15 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: Mr. Hog Wild
12:15 p.m.-12:30 p.m.: Hog Hollerin’/Whistlin’ Competition
1:15 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Miss Hog Wild Competition
2:15 p.m.-3:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Races
3:15 p.m.-4:45 p.m.: Entertainment/Band (TBD)
4:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.: Bikes on Parade
5 p.m.-9 p.m.: Poker Walk
4 p.m.-10 p.m.: Hog Wild Barbecue Feast
6 p.m.-6:15 p.m.: Men’s Large Piece Tattoo Competition
7 p.m.-7:15 p.m.: Slow Bike Finals
8 p.m.-8:15 p.m.: Ladies’ Large Piece Tattoo Competition
8:45 p.m.-9:30 p.m.: Bike Competition
9:30 p.m.-11 p.m.: Hell’s Belles
Sunday, July 27th
9 a.m.-2 p.m.: Hog Wild Hangover Breakfast Buffet ($19.95)
10 a.m.-3 p.m.: Vendors Open
Entertainment TBA
2 p.m.: Spirit Ride Grand Finale Bike Giveaway
Jul
31
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Tai Chi @ Oakville Methodist Church
Jul 31 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Tai Chi @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Join Lauren Jessop in an introduction to the health benefits of Tai Chi and Qi Gong (breathing and energy) focusing on Yang style of Tai Chi. Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

Aug
5
Tue
Bella Blood Drive @ Westport Winery
Aug 5 @ 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
Bella Blood Drive @ Westport Winery | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Blood donors are invited to make reservations for Westport Winery’s next Bella Blood Drive and join the Roberts family as they give the gift of life. The winery will accept reservations for up to three donors every 15 minutes during this timeframe. Free refreshments will be provided to donors. Basic donor criteria is available here or by calling 1-866-236-3276. Blood donors can donate every 56 days. For more information, visit Westport Winery’s website here.

 

Aug
6
Wed
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ McCLeary Timberland Library
Aug 6 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ McCLeary Timberland Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

Lewis County native Beth Peterson will talk about her new book,“Life After Lightning,” at the McCleary, Elma and Aberdeen Timberland Libraries this August.

The book chronicles Peterson’s near-death experiences, having been twice struck by lightning. The result has been extensive physical and emotional damage, multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery.

In her book and her public talks, Peterson reveals how she persevered through the pain, grief and loss. She encourages people to live in balance with others and offers insights on topics such as family, spiritual recovery and discovering one’s true direction in life.

 

Aug
7
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Labels, Leadville and Lore @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 7 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Labels, Leadville and Lore @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Douglas Rhoades, author of “Labels, Leadville and Lore” will speak on reading food labels and how labels have changed our history. The first 20 people will receive a copy of his book. Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

“America’s Music” Series: Broadway and Tin Pan Alley @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library
Aug 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
"America’s Music" Series: Broadway and Tin Pan Alley @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

America’s Music is a free film and discussion series highlighting popular music genres from the 20th century. The first of four sessions covers Broadway and Tin Pan Alley music and features the film “Broadway: The American Musical.”

 

Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Elma Timberland Library
Aug 7 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Elma Timberland Library | Elma | Washington | United States

Lewis County native Beth Peterson will talk about her new book,“Life After Lightning,” at the McCleary, Elma and Aberdeen Timberland Libraries this August.

The book chronicles Peterson’s near-death experiences, having been twice struck by lightning. The result has been extensive physical and emotional damage, multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery.

In her book and her public talks, Peterson reveals how she persevered through the pain, grief and loss. She encourages people to live in balance with others and offers insights on topics such as family, spiritual recovery and discovering one’s true direction in life.

 

 

Aug
11
Mon
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Aug 11 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Life After Lightning: Local Author Talks about Her Near Death Experience @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Lewis County native Beth Peterson will talk about her new book,“Life After Lightning,” at the McCleary, Elma and Aberdeen Timberland Libraries this August.

The book chronicles Peterson’s near-death experiences, having been twice struck by lightning. The result has been extensive physical and emotional damage, multiple surgeries and a lengthy recovery.

In her book and her public talks, Peterson reveals how she persevered through the pain, grief and loss. She encourages people to live in balance with others and offers insights on topics such as family, spiritual recovery and discovering one’s true direction in life.

 

Aug
14
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 14 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

Deborah Baker, Ph.D, will discuss how our beliefs, attitudes and emotions sabotage our health and offer techniques to manage them. The first 20 people will receive a copy of her book: “101 Great Ways to Improve your Life, Vol 2.” Register online here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.

“America’s Music” Series: Rock @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library
Aug 14 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
"America’s Music" Series: Rock @ McCleary Timberland Regional Library | McCleary | Washington | United States

America’s Music is a free film and discussion series highlighting popular music genres from the 20th century. The second of four sessions covers Rock music and features the film “The History of Rock and Roll: Episode 6 Plugging In.”

Aug
21
Thu
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church
Aug 21 @ 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Healthy Lifestyle: Beliefs, Attitudes & Emotional Eating @ Oakville Methodist Church | Oakville | Washington | United States

What’s the difference between “juicing” and “smoothies”? Join in a presentation and discussion with Registered Dietitian Pat Odiorne. Free screening for sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure will be available. Register online at here or by calling the library at 360-273-5305.