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.

Nov
23
Wed
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Nov 23 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

Join a virtual volunteer orientation and learn more information about becoming a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Mentor a youth in our community by spending a few hours each month doing things you both enjoy. Learn how we ignite the power and promise of youth with our proven system of support and safety.

Dec
14
Wed
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual
Dec 14 @ 5:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Volunteer Orientation for Big Brothers Big Sisters @ Virtual

Join a virtual volunteer orientation and learn more information about becoming a volunteer in the Big Brothers Big Sisters program. Mentor a youth in our community by spending a few hours each month doing things you both enjoy. Learn how we ignite the power and promise of youth with our proven system of support and safety.

Mar
17
Fri
Camp Victory Volunteer Training @ Ocean Park
Mar 17 @ 4:00 pm

Camp Victory is seeking volunteers

For over 30 years, Camp Victory has been providing overnight camp to kids who are survivors of sexual abuse. If you have a passion for helping kids heal though crafts, campfire, games, and good food, we need you. Training for potential volunteers age 21 or older takes place the weekend of March 18th. Camp Victory is a volunteer run non-profit that provides programs to Grays Harbor, Pacific and Mason county children ages 5-18 that are survivors of sexual abuse at no cost to the family. For more information, check out our website at www.campvictory.us. Come help make a difference, one kid at a time. Camp Victory for Children.

Mar
18
Sat
Camp Victory Volunteer Training @ Ocean Park
Mar 18 @ 8:00 am

Camp Victory is seeking volunteers

For over 30 years, Camp Victory has been providing overnight camp to kids who are survivors of sexual abuse. If you have a passion for helping kids heal though crafts, campfire, games, and good food, we need you. Training for potential volunteers age 21 or older takes place the weekend of March 18th. Camp Victory is a volunteer run non-profit that provides programs to Grays Harbor, Pacific and Mason county children ages 5-18 that are survivors of sexual abuse at no cost to the family. For more information, check out our website at www.campvictory.us. Come help make a difference, one kid at a time. Camp Victory for Children.

Mar
19
Sun
Camp Victory Volunteer Training @ Ocean Park
Mar 19 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Camp Victory is seeking volunteers

For over 30 years, Camp Victory has been providing overnight camp to kids who are survivors of sexual abuse. If you have a passion for helping kids heal though crafts, campfire, games, and good food, we need you. Training for potential volunteers age 21 or older takes place the weekend of March 18th. Camp Victory is a volunteer run non-profit that provides programs to Grays Harbor, Pacific and Mason county children ages 5-18 that are survivors of sexual abuse at no cost to the family. For more information, check out our website at www.campvictory.us. Come help make a difference, one kid at a time. Camp Victory for Children.

Mar
24
Fri
Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Ocean Shores Convention Center
Mar 24 @ 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Annual Nonprofit Leaders Conference @ Ocean Shores Convention Center

This is a one-day conference for rural and coastal nonprofits that provides information and training on the following topics-
• Communications
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
• Finance/Fiscal Management
• Nonprofit Management Nuts and Bolts
• Leadership – board and staff
• Adaptability
• Volunteer Management

The mission of Nonprofit Leaders Conference is to strengthen rural and coastal area nonprofits.

The Nonprofit Leaders Conference for Coastal and SW Washington became an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit in the summer of 2015.

7:00am Check-in and grab breakfast                                                                      8:00am Program starts                                                                                          5:00pm Program ends

Mar
25
Sat
Oyster feed @ Sharon Grange 800
Mar 25 all-day
Oyster feed @ Sharon Grange 800

Come enjoy Fresh Fried Oysters , Mashed Potatos , Ham, Green Beans , Oyster Stew , Rolls & Delicious pie.!

Empowerment 4 Girls | Conscious Minds Conscious Bodies @ Events on Emerson
Mar 25 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Conscious Minds Conscious Bodies @ Events on Emerson

Anatomy education is preventative care!

The best way to keep everyone safe and healthy is to make sure we all have the language to talk about our anatomy. Participants will deepen their knowledge of reproductive anatomy by making anatomy collages while they hear “the story of the egg” and “the story of the sperm.” We will offer a show and tell about period care products so that everyone knows their options and the pros and cons of various methods. Participants will leave the program equipped with the knowledge to better advocate and care for their bodies.

Registration fees are $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Apr
1
Sat
Polson Museum Presents: Local History, Local Resources @ Polson Museum
Apr 1 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Polson Museum Presents: Local History, Local Resources @ Polson Museum

This event takes place at the Polson Museum.

To celebrate the reopening of the Polson Museum, join Museum Director John Larson and Hoquiam Librarian Katie Lutz with a discussion of what resources are available to the public for researching Grays Harbor history. Lutz and Larson will share their knowledge of online sites as well as those found in university, library and museum archives located regionally and beyond. Practical handouts will be provided at this museum open house event.

Apr
8
Sat
Genealogy Café @ Hoquiam Timberland Library
Apr 8 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Genealogy Café @ Hoquiam Timberland Library

The Grays Harbor Genealogical Society will be hosting a Genealogy Café at the Hoquiam and Montesano libraries. Whether you’re new to genealogy or experienced, you’ll learn about local resources, as well as get individualized help using the library’s online resources and print materials. This free program is provided on a first come, first served basis, no registration is necessary. Drop-in anytime between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. on Sat., April 8th.

Apr
22
Sat
Plant Swap @ Hoquiam Timberland Library
Apr 22 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Plant Swap @ Hoquiam Timberland Library

Do you like plants? Why not get something new for your plant collection? To celebrate Earth Day, we’re hosting a plant swap at the Hoquiam Timberland Library! Bring a cutting or small potted plant and pick up a new plant to take home. WSU Master Gardeners will be available to help identify plants, give advice on their care, and answer other plant questions. You can come by the library the week before and ask staff for a free pot to transport plants for the program, or transplant day-of.

Apr
25
Tue
Beginner Birding @ Oakville Timberland Library
Apr 25 @ 3:30 pm

Join us for a lesson in beginner bird-watching presented by the Grays Harbor Audubon Society. there will be stories and a hands-on binocular demonstration. All ages welcome!

On Saturday, the Audubon will be offering a guided bird-walk in Oakville. Details will be announced at the workshop!

Apr
29
Sat
Historic Hoquiam Memories @ Historic Hoquiam Memories
Apr 29 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Local history collections of the Hoquiam area. Several businesses and private history collections on exhibit.

May
29
Mon
Cosmopolis Veteran Banner Presentation @ Cosmopolis City Hall
May 29 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

The City of Cosmopolis is inviting the public to join us on Memorial Day as we hold
a Dedication Ceremony for a series of memorial banners to honor military
veterans.
For over 150 years, Memorial Day has served as a day to honor and mourn military
personnel who have died while serving in the United States armed forces.
The first national observance of Memorial Day occurred on May 30, 1868, but
honoring our veterans has always been a standing practice since the founding of
our nation.
In coordination with Aberdeen VFW Post & Auxiliary 224, the City will be holding
a ceremony outside of City Hall starting at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 29, 2023 to
unveil and dedicate these new banners. The city will be installing the banners on
light poles along First Street/US 101 ahead of the dedication.
City Administrator Darrin Raines stated, ““We are honored to be able to help
recognize the sacrifice and service of our fallen heroes that will be displayed on
these banners. This annual display of the memorial banners is an event that we
hope can grow into our neighboring communities.”
The event will feature speakers including Jim Daly, representing the VFW,
alongside local officials.
Any members of the public are invited to attend.

Jul
22
Sat
Emergency Preparedness EXPO @ Moore Wright Group
Jul 22 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Emergency Preparedness EXPO @ Moore Wright Group

FREE Family Event!
We have all witnessed or experienced a time where we have been underprepared for any emergency situation. Please join us Saturday, July 22nd for the annual Emergency Preparedness EXPO where you can learn how to better prepare yourself and family for the next unexpected emergency or learn about local hazards.

Come dunk your favorite Law and Fire Personnel! Enter a Bike Rodeo! FREE Raffle! Go-Bag Scavenger Hunt! Get up close to Emergency Response Vehicles and meet your local first responders! Over 40 vendors and much more!!

Jul
24
Mon
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion
Jul 24 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion

During this week-long program, participants will practice research-based emotional regulation tools to increase self-awareness and resilience. Through talking circles, guided art projects, community-building games, and mindfulness activities, youth will learn about expressing themselves, fostering healthy relationships, the importance of self-care, and responsibility to our communities and our world.

The registration fee is $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Jul
25
Tue
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion
Jul 25 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion

During this week-long program, participants will practice research-based emotional regulation tools to increase self-awareness and resilience. Through talking circles, guided art projects, community-building games, and mindfulness activities, youth will learn about expressing themselves, fostering healthy relationships, the importance of self-care, and responsibility to our communities and our world.

The registration fee is $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Jul
26
Wed
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion
Jul 26 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion

During this week-long program, participants will practice research-based emotional regulation tools to increase self-awareness and resilience. Through talking circles, guided art projects, community-building games, and mindfulness activities, youth will learn about expressing themselves, fostering healthy relationships, the importance of self-care, and responsibility to our communities and our world.

The registration fee is $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Jul
27
Thu
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion
Jul 27 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion

During this week-long program, participants will practice research-based emotional regulation tools to increase self-awareness and resilience. Through talking circles, guided art projects, community-building games, and mindfulness activities, youth will learn about expressing themselves, fostering healthy relationships, the importance of self-care, and responsibility to our communities and our world.

The registration fee is $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Jul
28
Fri
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion
Jul 28 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia State Park - Legacy Pavilion

During this week-long program, participants will practice research-based emotional regulation tools to increase self-awareness and resilience. Through talking circles, guided art projects, community-building games, and mindfulness activities, youth will learn about expressing themselves, fostering healthy relationships, the importance of self-care, and responsibility to our communities and our world.

The registration fee is $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Aug
7
Mon
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion
Aug 7 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion

**Registration fees are $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Program Overview

Our curriculum is unbiased, factual sexual health information supported by the Washington State Health Education k-12 Standards. Participants will learn about anatomical terms, pregnancy and STI prevention, puberty changes, gender identity, gender norms and social pressure, sexual orientation, and how to be an ally.

The social-emotional skills taught in CMCB® align with the Washington State Social Emotional Learning (SEL) standards for k-12, which include practicing giving and denying consent, social media moderation, and using nonviolent communication to set and maintain boundaries. Through experiential learning, participants will practice several evidence-based self-regulation and self-care strategies, including mindfulness activities, intentional social interactions and protective measures for their mental health.
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Our sex-positive approach encourages participants to be confident self-advocates for their reproductive health. By the end of the program, participants will have developed their body literacy practice, learned several self-regulation strategies and practiced advocating for themselves and others to create a more just society.

Learning topics:

Anatomy and Puberty
Consent and Boundaries
Gender Identity
Sexual Orientation
Stages of Pregnancy
Building Confidence
Social Media Awareness
Pregnancy and STI Prevention

Aug
8
Tue
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion
Aug 8 @ 9:30 am – 4:00 pm
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion

**Registration fees are $0 thanks to sponsorship from Grays Harbor Community Foundation.

Program Overview

Our curriculum is unbiased, factual sexual health information supported by the Washington State Health Education k-12 Standards. Participants will learn about anatomical terms, pregnancy and STI prevention, puberty changes, gender identity, gender norms and social pressure, sexual orientation, and how to be an ally.

The social-emotional skills taught in CMCB® align with the Washington State Social Emotional Learning (SEL) standards for k-12, which include practicing giving and denying consent, social media moderation, and using nonviolent communication to set and maintain boundaries. Through experiential learning, participants will practice several evidence-based self-regulation and self-care strategies, including mindfulness activities, intentional social interactions and protective measures for their mental health.
?
Our sex-positive approach encourages participants to be confident self-advocates for their reproductive health. By the end of the program, participants will have developed their body literacy practice, learned several self-regulation strategies and practiced advocating for themselves and others to create a more just society.

Learning topics:

Anatomy and Puberty
Consent and Boundaries
Gender Identity
Sexual Orientation
Stages of Pregnancy
Building Confidence
Social Media Awareness
Pregnancy and STI Prevention