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.

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
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.

Jun
15
Thu
Badges & Brews Summer Safety @ Starbucks
Jun 15 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Badges & Brews Summer Safety @ Starbucks
Meet McGruff & “Sparky” the Fire Dog (6:00-6:30 PM)
Meet APD & HPD Police Dogs (6:30 – 7:30 PM)
“Chief Chug” – Coffee Drinking Competiton (7:00 PM)
Police and Fire Vehicles
Demonstrations
Music
Police, Fire, and Sheriff Baristas
Starbucks Samples

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

Aug
9
Wed
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion
Aug 9 @ 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

Aug
10
Thu
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion
Aug 10 @ 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

Aug
11
Fri
Empowerment 4 Girls | Week-long Summer Program at Lake Sylvia @ Lake Sylvia - Legacy Pavilion
Aug 11 @ 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

Sep
10
Sun
Lake Sylvia State Park Fall Festival @ Lake Sylvia State Park
Sep 10 @ 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
Lake Sylvia State Park Fall Festival @ Lake Sylvia State Park

The FOSLS LAKE SYLVIA STATE PARK FALL FESTIVAL continues the tradition for our 12th year!
Come join us on SUNDAY, September 10th, 2023 from 8:30 – 4:00 for a day filled with fun and family activities.

If you enjoy running we have trail Races that begin at 8:30 am. From 10 – 4, you can find one of a kind art and hand crafted treasures at the Artisans Market and eat delicious food while enjoying great live music by talented local acts all on the peaceful shores of beautiful Lake Sylvia. There will also be a kayak paddling adventure, a Watershed Festival by the GH Stream Team, Galaxy Harbor Dancers and educational exhibits in the Legacy Pavilion. You can decorate a pumpkin or take a group photo in our photo booth and we will have kids activities as well.

Park for free at Simpson School (519 Simpson Ave W, Montesano WA), and take a free shuttle to the Festival. Parking inside the park is limited and requires a Discover Pass. Free Disabled Parking is available inside the park. Watch our facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/LakeSylviaStateParkFallFestival for up to date information, applications, and schedules.

Sep
23
Sat
Dan Whyms Concert “Cash for the Museum” @ McCleary Museum and Event Center
Sep 23 @ 7:00 pm
Dan Whyms Concert "Cash for the Museum" @ McCleary Museum and Event Center

Vocalist Dan Whyms and band will perform Johnny Cash covers.

Sep
30
Sat
How to Write Your Own Obituary @ McCleary Museum and Event Center
Sep 30 @ 10:00 am
How to Write Your Own Obituary @ McCleary Museum and Event Center

Roxanne Lowe, President of the Grays Harbor and WA State Genealogy Societies, will present a program on writing your own obituary at the McCleary Museum and Event Center.

Nov
21
Tue
North Beach Genealogy Society Monthly Meeting @ Ocean Shores Public Library
Nov 21 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
North Beach Genealogy Society Monthly Meeting @ Ocean Shores Public Library

North Beach Genealogy Society invites you to join us on November 21st at 1 pm at the Ocean Shores Public Library. All levels of interest in Family History are welcome. Our November speaker will be Michael Turner, presenting “Ethnicity Estimates – Why do they mismatch our Paper Trails?”