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.

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.

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.
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
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.

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.

Feb
7
Tue
Personal Preparedness Forum @ Elma Library @ Elma Library
Feb 7 @ 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.

Feb
11
Sat
Pair of Hearts Ball @ Quinault Beach Resort & Casino
Feb 11 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

The Pair of Hearts Ball is a fundraiser benefitting the Children’s Advocacy Center of Grays Harbor. Expect music, an auction and dinner. For more information, visit the GHCAC website or the event Facebook page.

Feb
16
Thu
Parent to Parent Grays Harbor @ The Arc of Grays Harbor
Feb 16 @ 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.

Feb
21
Tue
Personal Preparedness Forum @ Aberdeen Library @ Aberdeen Library
Feb 21 @ 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.

Feb
24
Fri
Chocolate on the Beach Festival @ Pacific Beach
Feb 24 all-day
Chocolate on the Beach Festival @ Pacific Beach

The North Beach is celebrating a Decade of Decadence with “Death by Chocolate” at the 10th Annual Chocolate on the Beach Festival! Chocolate recipe contests, chocolate demonstrations, local chocolate food & drink contests and on Saturday and Sunday chocolatiers and craft vendors.

Chehalis Basin Partnership Meeting @ Lucky Eagle Casino
Feb 24 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Chehalis Basin Partnership Meeting @ Lucky Eagle Casino | Rochester | Washington | United States

Regular meeting of the Chehalis Basin Partnership. This month we will have invited speaker J Vander Stoep share information about the soon to be formed “Office of the Chehalis Basin”

Mar
8
Wed
Personal Preparedness Forum @ Amanda Park Library @ Amanda Park Library
Mar 8 @ 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.

Mar
10
Fri
Galactic Wisdom Conference @ Washington Land Yacht Harbor RV and Convention Center
Mar 10 @ 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Galactic Wisdom Conference @ Washington Land Yacht Harbor RV and Convention Center | Olympia | Washington | United States

Out of this World Radio (www.outofthisworld1150.com) is sponsoring a fantastic spiritual healing and UFO/ET event, with workshops and vendors on psychic phenomena, UFOs and ETs, and much more in Olympia, Washington March 10, 11, and 12, 2017!

Speakers include the Famous Paul Hellyer (Canadian Minister of Defence), Jim Marrs (Famous American journalist), Simon Parkes (Famous English ET contactee), Tony Rodrigues (Lived for 20 years on Mars and on Ceres in Secret Space Program), Seiichro Yoshinouchi (aka Dr. Yoshi – Famous Hado/vibrational healer from Tokyo, Japan), Michiko Hayashi (Emoto Peace Project, Tokyo, Japan). Dr. Gerald Pollack (Famous water scientist), Emma Louise Hansen (Andromedia contactee from Norway on the New Earth), Scott Lemriel (Galactic Alliance UFO contactee), Billy Woodard & Zorra (Hollow Earth and former Base Commander, Area 51), Robbie Holtz (Fantastic Australian Aboriginal healer), Carolyn White (Wonderful psychic, author and aura reader), & Ted Mahr (Out of this World Radio & TV), among others.

The first day (Friday, March 10th) is FREE, with $197 USD or $197 CAD for the weekend on March 11th and 12th. Also, on March 14th and 15th, Dr. Yoshi will be giving treatments and demonstrating the famous Hado vibrational machines!

Last year, UFOs from the Galactic Alliance showed up during the day, and they have promised to come again, and give us protection! For those who would like to see an actual UFO, please come!