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

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Dec
2
Fri
First Fridays Art Project @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Dec 2 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Get creative! Drop by the library to make a holiday craft as part of the monthly First Friday event in downtown Aberdeen. All supplies provided.

Dec
3
Sat
Poetry Workshop @ Harbor House Writing Center
Dec 3 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Seattle poet Laura Schaeffer, MFA will be at the Harbor House for a…
POETRY WORKSHOP:

Attendees will look at various poetic forms, read some of Wendell Berry’s poems and then participate in some guided conversations around Berry’s work, enjoy more conversation specifically on form, and then do a few writing prompts followed by sharing your pieces.
Wow! You are NOT going to want to miss this! So sign up early; class size is limited to 30 and reservations ARE required. Reserve by Thanksgiving Day.

Teen Night @ Hoquiam Timberland Library
Dec 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

If you like karaoke, video games, crafts, and free pizza, then this event is for you!

Dec
10
Sat
Wilson Creek Clean Up @ Aberdeen Log Pavilion
Dec 10 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Wilson Creek Clean Up @ Aberdeen Log Pavilion | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

The Grays Harbor Stream Team, Clean Streams and Meme, and GHC Fish Lab are hosting a Wilson Creek Clean Up. We will be meeting at the Aberdeen Log Pavilion @ 9 AM! Come out and help keep clean up our watershed!

Hour of Code @ Winlock Timberland Library
Dec 10 @ 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
The program is based on the belief that every student should have the opportunity to learn computer science and the associated skills of problem-solving, logic and creativity. By starting early, students can develop a foundation for career success later in life.  
Laptops will be provided or participants may bring their own wi-fi enabled laptops or tablets.
The Shoemaker & The Elf by Shaver Marionettes @ Montesano Timberland Library
Dec 10 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Shaver Marionettes will present a winter puppet play about an elderly shoemaker, an impishly magical elf, a devoted daughter with baking issues, and a Queen who collects shoes!

Winter Extravaganza @ Hoquiam Timberland Library
Dec 10 @ 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm

Walk into a winter wonderland at the library with a wintry mix of crafts, games, and snacks!

Dec
11
Sun
Breakfast with Santa @ Mill 109 Restaurant
Dec 11 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

A little further up the North Beach is a family friendly event from the creative folks at Seabrook WA. Seabrook Town Hall hosts the jolliest breakfast on the North Beach. Please plan to pay at the door. You can stay a bit and write a letter to Santa, get your family photo with Santa and paint a keepsake ornament.

Dec
15
Thu
Parent to Parent Grays Harbor @ The Arc of Grays Harbor
Dec 15 @ 1:00 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.

Dec
17
Sat
Handmade Holiday @ Oakville Timberland Library
Dec 17 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm

Come create handmade holiday items and checkout holiday books.

Dec
18
Sun
Breakfast with Santa @ Mill 109 Restaurant
Dec 18 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

A little further up the North Beach is a family friendly event from the creative folks at Seabrook WA. Seabrook Town Hall hosts the jolliest breakfast on the North Beach. Please plan to pay at the door. You can stay a bit and write a letter to Santa, get your family photo with Santa and paint a keepsake ornament.

Dec
20
Tue
Wood Chuck Raffle Drawing – RTGH Fundraiser @ Rebuilding Together Grays Harbor
Dec 20 @ 12:00 am

We will be drawing the winning ticket for our Wood Chuck Raffle of two cords of split Douglas Fir to the lucky winner. Tickets are still available at $10 each by calling 532-7100, or stopping in to the Wells Fargo Home Mortgage office. See Lee Hauser for details. We will deliver the wood in the Grays Harbor area. You stack.

Dec
30
Fri
New Years Eve Eve Party for Teens @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Dec 30 @ 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Celebrate the coming of the new year a day early with snacks, games, art projects, and a movie. All supplies and snacks provided.

Jan
7
Sat
The Art & Science of Storyselling @ Harbor House Writing Center
Jan 7 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
The Art & Science of Storyselling @ Harbor House Writing Center | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Gideon F. For-mukai, an international award-winning speaker, teacher and best-selling author who will help you write stories that sell.

Harbor House Writing Center

Reservations required

Jan
10
Tue
Relay for Life Kick-Off Party @ D & R Event Center
Jan 10 @ 6:00 pm
Relay for Life Kick-Off Party @ D & R Event Center | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

What is your Super Power? We Relay!

Everyone is invited to learn about the Grays Harbor Relay for Life. Refreshments, fun and giveaways for registered teams.

Anyone can be a Hero? Are you? Create a team or join an existing team to help raise funds for the American Cancer Society.

Jan
14
Sat
MLK Service Day – Native Planting at Discovery Trail @ Discovery Trail
Jan 14 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Pack a lunch and join us at the Discovery Trail! Celebrate the new year with new native plants, fresh air, and exercise.

What to expect: planting native plants along the Chehalis River; restoring previous planting efforts; some invasive removal; a winters day among friends; great birding opportunities.
What to bring: lunch and your preferred gloves. We have all the equipment needed and some gloves to spare!

Jan
19
Thu
Parent to Parent Grays Harbor @ The Arc of Grays Harbor
Jan 19 @ 1:00 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.

Jan
24
Tue
Housing Stakeholder Coalition Meeting @ Harbor Room at the Pearsall Building
Jan 24 @ 9:00 am

Interested in learning more about efforts to address homelessness and affordable housing in our community? A Housing Stakeholder Coalition has been formed and is a platform for education and discussion around pertinent housing issues.

The January 24th meeting will cover:
· An update and request for feedback on USDA Technical Assistance plans and associated pilot project that aims to serve chronically homeless individuals with complex housing barriers with housing and employment
· An update from the “Vulnerable Populations” work group focused on developing solutions for i
Community Personal Preparedness Forum @ Hoquiam Library @ Hoquiam Library
Jan 24 @ 6:00 pm

COME LEARN ABOUT:
Site specific risk and hazards for emergency and natural disasters.
How to better prepare yourself to reduce the impact of any disaster event in your community, home, family and pets too!!!
Disaster medication preparation. – (Sharon Wallace, Ph.D., RN)
Learn how to get involved in your community.

Personal Preparedness Forum @ Personal Preparedness Forum - Held at Hoquiam Library
Jan 24 @ 6:00 pm

Grays Harbor Emergency Management
Personal Preparedness Forum
**THIS IS A FREE EVENT OPEN TO ALL**

COME LEARN ABOUT……..
1. Site specific risk and hazards for emergency and natural disasters.
2. How to better prepare yourself to reduce the impact of any disaster event in your community, home, family and pets too!!
3. Disaster medication preparation. (Sharon Wallace, Ph.D., RN)
4. Learn how to get involved in your community.

Jan
25
Wed
Bill Lindstrom Discusses Infamous Grays Harbor Man @ Aberdeen Timberland Librar
Jan 25 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Lindstrom presents a lecture, “Villain or Victim: Revisiting the legend of John Tornow.”

Lindstrom’s meticulously researched history reads like a blend of mystery and tragedy. It reinterprets the life of an enigmatic man accused of heinous crimes.
The author poured over century-old court documents, transcripts, news
articles and interviews to produce an authoritative and compassionate account. He brings to life the circumstances – family, friends, daily routines, personal sorrows – that led to multiple murders, a 19-month manhunt and an enduring Northwest legend.
 
Books will be available for purchase and signing at this event.
Feb
2
Thu
Courage to Change the Things You Can @ St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
Feb 2 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

We will spend the evening identifying ways to connect with the people in your life, whether it be parents at your kids’ school, your co-workers, and even your own family. It’s so hard to figure out why we unintentionally push away the very peple we love the most. We love our kids but we hurt their feelings. We love our spouse but we hurt them too. Find tools to help you be a better you which will in turn make your life happier, healthier, and more productive.