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
18
Mon
Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Jun 18 @ 10:00 am
Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy
Info Session Every 1st Monday Monthly at 10:00AM

Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy is a tuition-free career training and education program that will connect students with the skills and educational opportunities they need to establish real careers in the high-demand healthcare and information technology industries. Students in the Cascades program receive FREE college education on local campuses, wrap around services, and extensive tutoring, mentoring, and skills development. Students also have the opportunity to earn Microsoft Imagine Academy certifications and industry-recognized credentials in healthcare or information technology via hands-on, practical experience.

Attend the information/application workshops for Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy onsite at the Aberdeen Timberland Library and learn about this exciting NEW Job Corps Pilot Program. We offer two specific Career Pathways:

Healthcare
Associates of Sciences Degree in Pre Nursing or Biology
-Medical Administrative Specialist
-Certified Medical Assistant

Information Technology
Associates of Technical Arts Degree
-Computer Applications Support Technician
-Network Technician
-Game & Web Development

Basic Qualifications:
• 16-21 years of age
• Meet income standards (varies by applicant)
• No pending court dates
• No fines over $500
• Motivated and committed

This program is completely FREE to eligible students!

If you are ready to take the next step contact, or visit www.CascadesJobCorpsCCA.com

Eric Thompson
Office: 206-212-6189
Text: 253-265-7054
Thompson.eric@jobcorps.org

Jun
28
Thu
Harmonica Pocket, Rock-n-Read @ Elma Timberland Library
Jun 28 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm

This one man show features guitar solos, electric ukulele, and bass performed live using a loop pedal. Packed with playfully-presented early literacy concepts, children and their grownups will create original lyrics and rhymes to traditional American songs, raise their voices to play with the alphabet’s many amusing sounds, and sing along to the words of favorite children’s books. This event is part of the Summer Library Program, a Timberland Regional Library district-wide program.

Jul
5
Thu
Melody Makers: Sing-A-Long Movie @ Elma Timberland Library
Jul 5 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Join us for a sing-a-long showing of Illumination’s SING. This event is part of the Summer Library Program, a Timberland Regional Library district-wide program.

Jul
6
Fri
Driftwood Theater presents “Love Letters” by A.R. Gurney @ Driftwood Theater
Jul 6 @ 7:30 pm – Jul 28 @ 7:30 pm
Driftwood Theater presents "Love Letters" by A.R. Gurney @ Driftwood Theater | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

LOVE LETTERS

Written by A. R. Gurney

Directed by Ben Hohman

Reader’s Theatre for all ages.

Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth and position, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank you notes and summer camp postcards. Romantically attached, they continue to exchange letters through the boarding school and college years, where Andy goes on to excel at Yale and law school, while Melissa flunks out of a series of “good schools.” While Andy if off at war, Melissa marries, but her attachment to Andy remains strong and she continues to keep in touch as he marries, becomes a successful attorney, gets involved in politics and eventually is elected to the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, her marriage in tatters, Melissa dabbles in art and gigolos, drinks more than she should and becomes estranged from her children. Eventually she and Andy do become involved in a brief affair, but it is too late for both of them. However, Andy’s last letter, written to her mother after Melissa’s untimely death, makes it eloquently clear how much they really meant and gave to each other over the years; physically apart, perhaps, but spiritually as close as only true lovers can be.

Performance dates: Every Friday and Saturday evening with curtain time at 7:30. Each weekend features a different cast.

Tickets are $15.00 and are available online at:

aberdeendriftwood.com

Jul
16
Mon
Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Jul 16 @ 10:00 am
Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy
Info Session every 1st Monday Monthly at 10:00AM

Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy is a tuition-free career training and education program that will connect students with the skills and educational opportunities they need to establish real careers in the high-demand healthcare and information technology industries. Students in the Cascades program receive FREE college education on local campuses, wrap around services, and extensive tutoring, mentoring, and skills development. Students also have the opportunity to earn Microsoft Imagine Academy certifications and industry-recognized credentials in healthcare or information technology via hands-on, practical experience.

Attend the information/application workshops for Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy onsite at the Aberdeen Timberland Library and learn about this exciting NEW Job Corps Pilot Program. We offer two specific Career Pathways:

Healthcare
Associates of Sciences Degree in Pre Nursing or Biology
-Medical Administrative Specialist
-Certified Medical Assistant

Information Technology
Associates of Technical Arts Degree
-Computer Applications Support Technician
-Network Technician
-Game & Web Development

Basic Qualifications:
• 16-21 years of age
• Meet income standards (varies by applicant)
• No pending court dates
• No fines over $500
• Motivated and committed

This program is completely FREE to eligible students!

If you are ready to take the next step contact, or visit www.CascadesJobCorpsCCA.com

Eric Thompson
Office: 206-212-6189
Text: 253-265-7054
Thompson.eric@jobcorps.org

Aug
1
Wed
EXCLUSIVE PRE-SCREENING – DINESH D’SPUZA’S ‘DEATH OF A NATION’ @ Riverside Cinema
Aug 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
EXCLUSIVE PRE-SCREENING - DINESH D’SPUZA’S ‘DEATH OF A NATION’ @ Riverside Cinema | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Dinesh D’Souza is one of the most controversial political researcher and commentator, who has challenged Democrats, Rhino Republicans and Media on their false narratives about our Constitution and American history. His movie ‘Death of A Nation’ explains the similarities between Presidents Lincoln and Trump elections, how our country is divided and who is behind it all!

‘Death of A Nation’ is set to be released in 1,000 theatres across the nation but The MAGA Network & MAGA One Radio has an Exclusive VIP Pre-Screening Event August 1, 7:00p at the Riverside Cinema in Abderdeen. There are a limited number of tickets, so if you want to see this important history documentary, buy your tickets now at:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/death-of-a-nation-prescreening-aberdeen-tickets-47935185430

For more information on this film and to see the the trailer:

Dinesh D’Souza’s ‘Death of A Nation’ A Historic Documentary of American History By: Chrissy Piccolo

Aug
20
Mon
Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy @ Aberdeen Timberland Library
Aug 20 @ 10:00 am
Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy @ Aberdeen Timberland Library | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy
Info Session every 1st Monday Monthly at 10:00AM

Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy is a tuition-free career training and education program that will connect students with the skills and educational opportunities they need to establish real careers in the high-demand healthcare and information technology industries. Students in the Cascades program receive FREE college education on local campuses, wrap around services, and extensive tutoring, mentoring, and skills development. Students also have the opportunity to earn Microsoft Imagine Academy certifications and industry-recognized credentials in healthcare or information technology via hands-on, practical experience.

Attend the information/application workshops for Cascades Job Corps College & Career Academy onsite at the Aberdeen Timberland Library and learn about this exciting NEW Job Corps Pilot Program. We offer two specific Career Pathways:

Healthcare
Associates of Sciences Degree in Pre Nursing or Biology
-Medical Administrative Specialist
-Certified Medical Assistant

Information Technology
Associates of Technical Arts Degree
-Computer Applications Support Technician
-Network Technician
-Game & Web Development

Basic Qualifications:
• 16-21 years of age
• Meet income standards (varies by applicant)
• No pending court dates
• No fines over $500
• Motivated and committed

This program is completely FREE to eligible students!

If you are ready to take the next step contact, or visit www.CascadesJobCorpsCCA.com

Eric Thompson
Office: 206-212-6189
Text: 253-265-7054
Thompson.eric@jobcorps.org

Aug
23
Thu
Star Wars Ship Creator Showing Rare Footage (free to attend) @ Sucher and Son Star Wars Shop
Aug 23 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Star Wars Ship Creator Showing Rare Footage (free to attend) @ Sucher and Son Star Wars Shop | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Colin Cantwell is the original concept artist and modeler for all things that flew in the first Star Wars movie, A New Hope. His designs include the X-Wing, TIE Fighter, Death Star, Star Destroyer, original Millennium Falcon, Y-Wing and others.

Colin will give a free presentation featuring exclusive videos describing his interaction with George Lucas and his work on Star Wars. Also featured will be an audience choice of videos showing some of his other iconic projects including his work on 2001, A Space Odyssey and War Games, as well as his being the Hal 9000 Computer that fed Walter Cronkite the progress of the Apollo 11 moon landing as Walter was broadcasting on live TV in 1969. This will be followed by an opportunity for fans to meet Colin, ask questions and share stories.

Autographs will be on sale for $25 and include a free 8×12 print of either his original 1974 Star Wars concept art or his 1975 photos of the first Star Wars models.
You can learn more about Colin on social media and at https://www.colincantwell.com

Sep
12
Wed
Public forum on Paid Family and Medical Leave @ Aberdeen High School
Sep 12 @ 6:30 pm – 8:45 pm
Public forum on Paid Family and Medical Leave @ Aberdeen High School | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

We are ready. Are you? Paid Family & Medical Leave is a mandatory insurance program that allows employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave to care for themselves or family members during serious illness or injury. While employees can’t take the benefit till 2020, businesses have requirements starting in 2019.

This one-hour forum will include:
• A presentation by Paid Family & Medical Leave staff.
• Time for you to ask questions and get answers.

Sep
29
Sat
Reach the Beach Washington @ Westport, WA
Sep 29 all-day

The American Lung Association is hosting our second annual cycling event Reach the Beach Washington on September 29, 2018. This cycling event takes place over a fast and flat course with multiple starting points. 100 miles from Lacey, 88 miles from Olympia, 44 miles from Elma, and 25 miles from Cosmopolis, all ending on the beautiful beach in Westport. There will be rest stops ever 15 miles, with hot lunches and hydration at each stop. There will also be bike mechanics along the route to provide quick fixes to popped tires, chain malfunctions, etc. Once across the finish line, we will celebrate with good food, good drinks, and good company!

For more information about the race and volunteer opportunities please visit our website reachthebeachwa.org

*VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR REST STOPS*

Oct
9
Tue
Business After Hours @ Marni's Petal Pushers
Oct 9 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

Embrace the new season at the October Business After Hours hosted by Marni’s Petal Pushers Floral and Gift! This locally owned business in Montesano creates beautiful, one-of-a-kind floral arrangements for all occasions. The storefront also has various plants and gifts available for purchase.

Oct
11
Thu
Channel Point Speaker Series – Demystifying Acupuncture and Tai Chi @ Village Concepts of Hoquiam - Channel Point Village
Oct 11 @ 4:00 pm

Please join us for a lively presentation from Doris Reed, Licensed Acupuncturist, owner/operator of Reed Acupuncture in Aberdeen, and Tai Chi instructor at Grays Harbor College, about the health benefits of acupuncture and Tai Chi. Open to the public. Refreshments served.

Oct
25
Thu
Easy Steps to Fitness with Lisa Kless @ Channel Point Village
Oct 25 @ 4:00 pm

Channel Point Village Speaker Series – Easy Steps to Fitness with Lisa Kless, Health and Wellness Director, YMCA of Grays Harbor. Refreshments served.

Oct
31
Wed
Halloween Murder Mystery Dinner @ Westport Winery
Oct 31 @ 6:00 pm

Westport Winery will host one of its popular murder mystery dinners on Wednesday, October 31 at 6pm which is Halloween night. The Murder Before Midnight features the unlikely marriage of 1960s posh aristocracy with hippy pig farmers. Half of the victims and suspects are Kennedy era wannabes while the other half sport tie dye and peace signs. Everyone is invited to dress for the fun and the holiday as they see fit. A few guests may volunteer to join the cast, and everyone will act as deputies in solving Who done it?

Nov
3
Sat
Central Park Elementary Bazaar @ Central Park School
Nov 3 @ 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Central Park Elementary Bazaar @ Central Park School | Aberdeen | Washington | United States

Support the Central Park PTO and join us at the 3rd Annual Central Park Bazaar. Enjoy a free cup coffee or hot chocolate, and shop for baked goods, Christmas decorations, clothing, jewelry, and more! We are raffling off a Seahawk’s & Chocolate basket this year.

Santa will be available from 11:30 am-2: 30 pm.

We look forward to seeing you soon and thank you for your support.

Nov
10
Sat
Channel Point Village Holiday Bazaar @ Channel Point Village
Nov 10 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Handmade items, unique crafts, baked goods and local and national vendors available. To reserve a space as a vendor or for other information, please call (360)532-9000.

Healing Balms & Salves Workshop @ Elma Timberland Library
Nov 10 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

Discover the properties of some healing herbs, including calendula, clove, comfrey, feverfew, ginger, lobelia and yarrow. Participants will learn the infusion process, straining, adding beeswax, and bottling, as well as take home salve samples from this hands-on class. All supplies will be provided. Items will be available for purchase.

Dec
4
Tue
4 Things to Know About HR and Your Organization @ Grays Harbor College
Dec 4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Employees can be your most valuable asset, as well as a significant liability to your nonprofit. By approaching human resources from beginning to end, you can set the stage for a successful partnership with your employees. A cohesive environment will set the stage for employees being their best, creating opportunities and creativity. Often these same roles are filled by volunteers and having successful strategies will help you help your organization be the best it can be!

In this workshop we will be covering what you need in place before you are ready to hire, assessing your organization’s culture and best practices when seeking your next team member, what tools and methods can be employed to show them you value them, and how to support your team as a whole when its time for that employee to leave the organization.

Dec
8
Sat
The Polar Express. Grays Harbor Dance Recital @ The 7th Street Theatre
Dec 8 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Polar Express. Grays Harbor Dance Recital @ The 7th Street Theatre | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

Grays Harbor Dance presents The Polar Express.
Climb on board this magical train for a holiday adventure you’ll never forget!
Fun for all ages. Happy Holidays!

Do you Believe?

GHD Recitals are, as always. FREE admission with a foodbank donation.

Dec
9
Sun
The Polar Express. Grays Harbor Dance Recital @ The 7th Street Theatre
Dec 9 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
The Polar Express. Grays Harbor Dance Recital @ The 7th Street Theatre | Hoquiam | Washington | United States

Grays Harbor Dance presents The Polar Express.
Climb on board this magical train for a holiday adventure you’ll never forget!
Fun for all ages!

Do you Believe?

GHD Recitals are, as always. FREE admission with a foodbank donation.

Dec
11
Tue
Holiday Business After Hours Extravaganza @ TwinStar Credit Union
Dec 11 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm

The final Business After Hours of 2018 is here! We cordially invite you to help celebrate the season at TwinStar Credit Union this Tuesday, December 11th at 5:30pm.

The Aberdeen TwinStar branch will be hosting this “Full -Blown, Four-Alarm” holiday after hours celebration! Expect an evening of excitement including: appetizers, drink tickets, door prizes, networking and most importantly, fun!

In the spirit of the holidays, please consider bringing a can of food to benefit Coastal Harvest.

What is Business After Hours? Each month, a business or organization in the county receives the opportunity to host this event and offer locals a chance to meet up with some familiar faces and engage with new community members. The host will have the chance to present the attendees with an introduction to their mission, products, purpose and whatever else they like in their own distinctive manner. This is truly an event unlike any other!

Dec
17
Mon
The Gift of Life Blood Drive @ Gray's Harbor Community Hospital
Dec 17 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
The Gift of Life Blood Drive @ Gray's Harbor Community Hospital

Please consider donating this holiday season & help save the lives of patients right here in our community.

 Bloodworks Northwest will be holding a blood drive Monday, December 17th with:

Grays Harbor Community Hospital

915 Anderson Dr, Aberdeen 98520

9:30 am to 3:30 pm

(closed 11am-12pm)

*Bloodmobile located between Main Entrance & ER*

We still have 24 open appointments for the day, so please stop by and donate if you can.  Every donation helps saves the lives of 3 patients!

To sign up: CLICK HERE to schedule online

Or call 1-800-398-7888 ext. 2

Sponsor Code: 4126

WALK-INS are always welcome!

 Don’t forget:

  • EAT something substantial (before and after you donate)
  • Stay HYDRATED
  • Bring your PHOTO ID or Donor Card