Editor’s Best Bet: Washington’s Poet Laureate to visit Centralia College
Centralia College and Our Literacy Council of Lewis County are hosting Washington state’s Poet Laureate Tod Marshall for a community poetry reading at 7:30 p.m. Thursday in Washington Hall, Room 103, on Centralia College’s main campus.
An informal reception will precede the reading at 6:30 p.m. It is free and open to everyone.
Marshall was born in Buffalo, New York, and grew up in Wichita, Kansas. He studied English and philosophy at Siena Heights University, earned an master’s degree in fine arts from Eastern Washington University, and received his doctor’s degree from the University of Kansas.
He directs the writing concentration and coordinates the visiting writers series at Gonzaga University, where he is the Robert K. and Ann J. Powers endowed professor in the humanities. He enjoys backpacking and fishing and spends about a month of every year in a tent.
His work has been published in many journals, including Narrative, The Southern Review, The American Poetry Review, The Iowa Review, Shenandoah, Boulevard, The Colorado Review, The Denver Quarterly, The Columbia Poetry Review, Poetry East, Poetry Northwest, Volt, Interim, The Canary, Willow Springs, Cutbank, The Georgia Review, The Kenyon Review and elsewhere.
Tuesday, Oct. 18
Sumner Man to Talk About Palatines at Genealogy Meeting
Jim Johnson, from the Heritage Quest Research Library in Sumner, will be the guest speaker at the Tuesday meeting of the Lewis County Genealogical Society.
The meeting will be at 7 p.m. at John’s Lutheran Church, 2190 Jackson Highway, Chehalis.
Johnson’s subject will be “The Palatines. Who are they? And why should you care?”
Johnson will explain where the Palatines where they came from, where they settled and how you can find lists of Palatine names and information about these German and/or Irish ancestors. (Yes, Irish). Those in attendance will discover many resources they can use to make their Palatine connection.
Johnson is president of the Puget Sound Chapter of the Association of Professional Genealogists. He has been active in genealogy for over 25 years and has been teaching genealogy topics throughout the Northwest for the last 15 years. He enjoys helping people to get started in family research and is an avid bridge player.
Bingo, Chehalis Moose Lodge, doors open at 4:30 p.m., game starts at 6:30 p.m., food available, (360) 736-9030
Health and Hope Medical Outreach, free medical clinic, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Northwest Pediatrics, 1911 Cooks Hill Road, Centralia, for those whose income is less than 200 percent of the poverty level, (360) 623-1485
Community Farmers Market, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Boistfort Street, Chehalis, (360) 740-1295
Public Agencies
Napavine Planning Commission, 6 p.m., 407 Birch Ave. SW, Napavine, (360) 262-3547, ext. 213
Lewis County Interlocal Organization of Fire Districts 2, 15 and 7, 7 p.m., Fire District 15 (Winlock) main station, (360) 864-2366
Lewis County PUD Commission, 10 a.m., PUD auditorium, 345 NW Pacific Ave., Chehalis, (360) 748-9261 or (800) 562-5612
Pe Ell Town Council, 6 p.m., City Hall, (360) 291-3543
Southwest Washington Fair Commission, 6 p.m., Southwest Washington Fair office, 2555 N. National Ave., Chehalis
Chehalis Basin Strategy, 6 p.m. open house, 6:30 p.m. short presentation, 7 p.m. public hearing, Veterans Memorial Museum, 100 SW Veterans Way, Chehalis
Organizations
Centralia Bridge Club, 6:30 p.m., Unity Church, 800 S. Pearl St., Centralia, (360) 748-1753, hraj@localaccess.com
Two Town Tuners, 7 p.m., Lewis and Clark Hotel, 117 W. Magnolia St., Centralia, (360) 269-8146 or (360) 748-3521
Adna Grange, 7 p.m., 123 Dieckman Road, Adna, (360) 748-6068
Mount St. Helens Patchwork Quilters, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Lewis County Historical Museum, 599 NW Front St., Chehalis, (360) 880-5134
Lewis County NAMI, business meeting, 6 p.m., Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library
Chehalis-Centralia Optimists, 6:30 p.m., Twin Cities Senior Center, (360) 807-4733
Support Groups
Support for mothers, 9:15-11:15 a.m., Bethel Church, for mothers with children pregnancy through 6 years old, sponsored by Chehalis MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), (360) 520-3841 or (360) 864-2168, email chehalismops@gmail.com or visit www.facebook.com/chehalismops
NAMI Lewis County Connections Support Group, 5:30-7 p.m., Twin Cities Senior Center, (360) 880-8070 or sherry500us@gmail.com
NAMI Lewis County Family Support Group, 5:30-7:30 p.m., Vernetta Smith Chehalis Timberland Library, (360) 880-8070 or sherry500us@gmail.com
Survivors of sexual assault/abuse, for people who speak Spanish, 5:30-7 p.m., 125 NW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis, sponsored by Human Response Network, (360) 748-6601
Second Chance/Lewis County Brain Injury Support Group, 5 p.m., call (360) 864-4341 or (360) 983-3166 for meeting location
GriefShare, a recovery group for those who have lost a loved one, 7-8:30 p.m., Mountain View Baptist Church, 1201 Belmont Ave., Centralia, $10, (360) 827-2172
Al Anon, Fellowship in Unity, Unity Center, 800 S. Pearl St., Centralia, (360) 237-4082, (360) 269-2531
Wednesday, Oct. 19
Bingo, doors open 5 p.m., bingo starts 6:30 p.m., Forest Grange, 3397 Jackson Highway, Chehalis
Taco Night, 6-8 p.m., Centralia Eagles, hard-shell tacos, two for $1, other menu items, (360) 736-1146
Open mic, 6-10 p.m., Jeremy’s Farm to Table, 476 W. Main St., Chehalis, (360) 748-4417
Mental Health Matters, 6-7:30 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 10000 U.S. Highway 12, Rochester, (360) 273-9884
Gold, coins and jewelry auction, preview 4 p.m., auction 6, Centralia Railroad Depot, Room 210, Garrison Auctioneers, http://www.garrisonauctioneers.com
Public Agencies
Regional Fire Authority Planning Committee, 6:30 p.m., Riverside Fire Authority, Harrison Avenue station, Centralia, (360) 345-3225
Centralia Civil Service Commission, 5:15-6 p.m., City Hall, 118 W. Maple St., Centralia, (360) 330-7671
Lewis County Citizens Commission on Salaries for Elected Officials, 5:45 p.m., County Meeting Room, 156 NW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis, (360) 740-2747
Organizations
Take Off Pounds Sensibly, 10:15 a.m., Assembly of God church, 702 SE First St., Winlock
Seniors on the Go, potluck and meeting, noon, Onalaska First Church of God Fellowship Hall.
Tenino/Bucoda Community Coalition, 6-7:30 p.m., Tenino Elementary School, (360) 493-2230, ext. 13
Seniors’ Bible study, 2 p.m., Calvary Assembly of God, Centralia, (360) 736-6769 or (360) 324-9050
Napavine-Newaukum Lions Club, noon, Taste of Alaska Family Restaurant, Napavine, (360) 748-4240
Experimental Aircraft Association, 7 p.m., Hangar D, Chehalis-Centralia Airport, (360) 748-1230
Support Groups
Domestic violence support group, 5:30-7 p.m., 125 NW Chehalis Ave., Chehalis, sponsored by Human Response Network, 748-6601
Emotions Anonymous, 12 Step Club, 8 p.m., Yard Birds, (360) 304-9334
Positive Lifestyles, prevention and management of chronic conditions and lifestyle diseases, 10 a.m., Morton General Hospital conference room, (360) 496-3591
Thursday, Oct. 20
Film Takes Look at Genetically Modified Crops
“Genetic Roulette: A Gamble of Our Lives,” a film by best-selling author Jeffrey M. Smith, will be shown 7-9 p.m. Thursday at the First United Methodist Church, Centralia.
The film looks at possible health conditions, such as allergies, diabetes and autism, that may be related to the genetically modified crops that have increasingly become part of the standard American diet.
The film addresses these questions:
• What is Monsanto’s relationship with the Food and Drug Administration?
• What is the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s position on genetically modified crops?
• Are there health implications to genetically modified organisms?
• Even if you have not decided about genetically modified food would you like to have food labeled so you know what you and your children are eating?
The American Academy of Environmental Medicine reported, “Several animal studies indicate serious health risks associated with GM food,” including infertility, immune problems, accelerated aging, faulty insulin regulation, and changes in major organs and the gastrointestinal system.
The church is located at 506 S. Washington Ave.
Pinochle, 6 p.m., Chehalis Eagles, 1993 S. Market Blvd., Chehalis, (360) 748-7241
“Grease!,” 7:30 p.m., Evergreen Playhouse, 226 W. Center St., Centralia, pay what you can, www.evergreenplayhouse.com
One-stroke painting, with Bonnie Hanson, preregistration required, (360) 494-4031
Public Agencies
Twin Transit board, 8:15 a.m., Twin Transit office, 212 E. Locust St., Centralia, (360) 330-2072
Organizations
Onalaska American Legion Post 508, 6 p.m. potluck, 7 p.m. meeting, Onalaska First Church of God, (360) 978-5368
Chehalis-Centralia Cribbage Club, 6:30 p.m., Chehalis Moose Lodge, 1400 Grand Ave., Centralia, (360) 485-2852
S.T.O.P. and Swim, 7 p.m., Fort Borst Park, Kitchen 1, Centralia, (360) 269-3827 or (360) 736-4163
Support Groups
“Up From Grief,” for those grieving the loss of a loved one, 1-2:30 p.m., Assured Home Hospice, 2120 N. Park St., Centralia, (360) 330-2640
Overeaters Anonymous, 5:30-6:30 p.m., Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1209 N. Scheuber Road, Centralia, (360) 269-1649
Friday, Oct. 21
Ryderwood Plans ‘Christmas in October’ Arts & Crafts Fair
Ryderwood’s “Christmas in October” (plus Halloween and Thanksgiving) Arts & Crafts Fair/ Quilt Show will be Friday and Saturday in the Community Hall, 305 Morse St.
There will be vendors in its two large rooms, plus the Grandma’s Kitchen bake sale. Lunch will be served by the town’s veterans at the café from 11 a.m.-2 pm.
The Quilt Show will be up the street in Pioneer Hall, 201 Morse St.. Ryderwood’s historic “Signature” quilts from the 1930s will be on display as well as many others. Those interested in showing quilts should contact Patty at (360) 430-5211.
The cost for Crafts Fair vendors is $30 for both days. Spaces are 6 feet square with tables included. Applications can be printed off of the “What’s Happening?” page of ryderwood.org or contact Linda at (360) 295-0069.
Ryderwood has been a planned community for retired persons since 1953. It is located 9 miles west of Interstate 56, exit 59, at the end of state Route 506. Learn more at ryderwood.org.
Harvey Nelson and Swing Stuff Band, country/western, 7-9:30 p.m., Twin Cities Senior Center, $6, (360) 350-2423
Karaoke, with Jimmy Abbott, 7:30 p.m., Chehalis Eagles, 1993 S. Market Blvd. Chehalis, (360) 748-7241
“Grease!,” 8 p.m., Evergreen Playhouse, 226 W. Center St., Centralia, adults $10, students $8, www.evergreenplayhouse.com
Chris Guenther, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Craft House sports bar, Lucky Eagle Casino, Rochester
Oakview Acoustic Jam, 6-9 p.m., Oakview Grange, 2715 N. Pearl St., Centralia, donations accepted, (360) 870-8447
Organizations
Lewis County Writers Guild, 5 p.m., Station Coffee Bar & Bistro, Centralia, http://lewiscountywriters.wordpress.com/
Support Groups
H.O.P.E., all addictions, 7:30-9 p.m., Heritage Baptist Church of Tenino, 1315 Sussex Ave. E., Tenino, (360) 480-0592, hopedirector@hotmail.com
Celebrate Recovery, dinner 6 p.m., large group 7 p.m., small groups 8 p.m., Grace Foursquare Church, 3030 Borst Ave., Centralia, (360) 736-0778, www.gracefoursquarechurch.com
Saturday, Oct. 22
Northwest Wind Symphony to Open Season With Oct. 22 Concert
The Northwest Wind Symphony kicks off its 26th season on Saturday with a concert at Centralia College’s Corbet Theatre titled “Another Opening, Another Show.”
Fans of musical theater will enjoy music from “My Fair Lady,” “Fiddler on the Roof,” “Camelot” and “The Music Man.” Also included in the evening’s entertainment are selections from the Gilbert and Sullivan comic ballet “Pineapple Poll” and Leonard Bernstein’s “Candide.” Completing the repertoire are Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Carousel” and “The Sound of Music.”
Guest artist will be Richard Vitzhum, conductor, composer and violinist. Vitzhum spent the early years of his career in the world of Broadway, touring nationally as a conductor and solo violinist with “Fiddler on the Roof,” “The King and I” and “Carousel.” Since moving to the Northwest, he has performed with “Evita” and “Annie Get Your Gun.”
Tickets may be purchased for $12 at the door, or in advance from Book ‘n’ Brush in Chehalis. Students are free with paying adult. The concert begins at 7 p.m..
For more information, visit www.northwestwindsymphony.org.
Centralia College Plans Zombie 5k Fun Run
A Centralia College Zombie 5k Fun Run will be held at Fort Borst Park Saturday.
Pre-registration cost is $25 for adults, $15 for students, $10 for kids 13 and up. Kids 12 and under are free. An additional fee of $5 will be charged for registration the day of the race.
Registration can be done online at https://www.raceentry.com/races/centralia-college-zombie-5k-/2016/register. Or, visit the Centralia College Office of Student Life, College Center, Room 101.
Check-in will begin at 1 p.m. and the fun run will start at 2 p.m.
Runners receive a T-shirt, free admission to “Frankenstein and Dracula” (a double feature) at the Fox Theatre on Oct. 29, and a goodie bag of candy and prizes. Medals will be awarded to winners.
This light-hearted, zombie-themed run, is sponsored by the Student Life and Involvement Center at Centralia College, the Centralia College Foundation and Fox Theatre. Runners will be chased by zombie volunteers throughout the course.
For more information, call Staci, (360) 736-9391, ext 630, or email events@centralia.edu.
Mystery Dinner Party Will Be at Tiller Arts Center
“Once Upon a Murder,” a mystery dinner party, will be at 6 p.m. Saturday at Morton’s Tiller Arts Center.
After the mystery evolves around the disappearance of Cinderella. Prince Charming is throwing a ball to find a new bride. But a murder occurs. Who did it? The disappointed fairy godmother, the devious dwarf, the pouting princess, the prince himself? In a kingdom where jealousy, betrayal and deception are common, it will be up to the audience to find the culprit so that everyone can live happily ever after.
Costumes are encouraged. The best outfit will receive an award. To rent a costume, leave a message for Louise at the BCJ Gallery, (360) 496-0542.
Tickets, $30, are available online at mortonroxy.org through Oct.16 or at the BCJ Gallery. Those who purchase their ticket by Oct.16 will receive a timely invitation to Prince Charming’s castle with details about your character and suggested costume.
Ballet Theatre to Present ‘A Ballet Spooktacular!’
On Saturday, Ballet Theatre of Washington will present “A Ballet Spooktacular!” This special event will take place at 2 and 7 p.m. at the R.E. Bennett Auditorium, 233 S. Market Blvd., Chehalis.
BTW dancers will present excerpts from such classics as “Sorcerer’s Apprentice,” “Sleeping Beauty” and “Firebird,” as well as new pieces created and choreographed by the company members.
There will even be funny Halloween takes on “The Nutcracker” and “Swan Lake.” In addition to the dancing, there will be games, treats, a boo-tique and raffle prizes. Guests can even meet, dance with and take pictures with the costumed characters.
There will be ghosts, goblins, gargoyles, witches, wizards and even a giant ogre. BTW’s “A Ballet Spooktacular” is a little bit spooky, but not at all scary. So it’s appropriate for all ages. Tickets are $5 per person. All proceeds go to BTW’s educational outreach programs.
Tickets may be obtained at Centralia Ballet Academy, Holley’s Place Frozen Yogurt, Book ‘n’ Brush and online at brownpapertickets.com.
For more information, call or text (360) 623-9010.
Mineral School Event to Feature State Poet Laureate
State Poet Laureate Tod Marshall will be speaking during a free event 6:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday at Mineral School.
The Gonzaga professor is the author of three poetry collections: “Dare Say” (2002), “The Tangled Line” (2009) and “Bugle” (2014). “Dare Say,” Marshall’s first collection of poetry, was the 2002 winner of the University of Georgia’s Contemporary Poetry Series. His third collection of poetry, “Bugle,” won the Washington State Book Award in 2015.
Heavy hors d’oeuvres and wine-by-donation will be out at 6:30 p.m. Piano & Poetry begins at 7 p.m., with preview selections from “Mineral: The Musical” by Diane Mapes. Readings and discussion with Marshall and Mineral School’s own Nicole Hardy will headline the evening.
Mineral School is located at 114 Mineral Road S., Mineral.
Mormon Church to Host ‘Family Discovery Day’
For the second year in a row, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is offering a “Family Discovery Day” on Saturday, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., at its Chapel building located at 2195 Jackson Highway, Chehalis.
Members of the community are invited to learn how to start a family history, add to their family history, and get family involved in learning new ancestry research techniques.
The Church Family History Center will be available to give one-on-one help with “Family Search,” “Ancestry” and other freeware and private software during and after the classes on the event agenda.
Classes will include tips for using various family search softwares, doing family searches for beginners and intermediates, and providing fun ways to help kids connect with their ancestors.
Training classes will be offered free for all ages. Welcome begins at 9:00 a.m. with keynote speaker, President Jay Alexander. Class sessions will begin at 9:30 a.m. Light refreshments will be served.
Attendees will need to preregister. Interested participants may get registration information by contacting Karen Jones by email at kjonesfamgen@gmail.com, or by phone at (360) 280-9560.
Club Mom Children’s Clothing Bank and Exchange, 1-3 p.m., Chehalis First Christian Church, 111 NW Prindle St., (360) 269-0587 or (360) 748-3702
Family Fun Night, 4-7 p.m., New Beginnings Community Church, 181 Fuller Road, Salkum, free dinner, movies, crafts and games, (253) 431-5532
Steam Train Ride and Museum Visit, Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum, Elbe-Mineral, Peanuts: The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, 10 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 1-888-STEAM-11
“Grease!,” 8 p.m., Evergreen Playhouse, 226 W. Center St., Centralia, adults $10, students $8, www.evergreenplayhouse.com
Chris Guenther, 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Craft House sports bar, Lucky Eagle Casino, Rochester
Dick Young Memorial, 4-9 p.m., Dick’s Brewing Co. 3516 Galvin Road, Centralia, live music, food and beer, event benefits Pope’s Kids Place, (360) 736-1603
Potato bake, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Adna Grange, 123 Dieckman Road, Adna, $7, toppings include chili, butter, sour cream, broccoli, cheese sauce, shredded cheese, tomatoes, ranch dressing, bacon, salad, dessert and beverage included, (360) 748-6068
Fall Community Garage Sale, early birds 8 a.m., general public 9 a.m., Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, early birds $5, adult admission $1, ages 12 and under free, free parking
Julie Calkins & Dave Broyles, 7:30 p.m., Jeremy’s Farm to Table, 576 W. Main St., Chehalis, (360) 748-4417
Organizations
Antique Farm Engine and Tractor Association, 10 a.m. board meeting, 11 a.m. general meeting, noon potluck, Centralia Train Depot, 210 Railroad Ave., (360) 490-8441
Sunday, Oct. 23
Fords Prairie Grange to Serve Swedish Pancakes
The Fords Prairie Grange is having a Salute Mother-in-Law Day 8 a.m.-noon Sunday with Swedish pancakes. All-you-can-eat pancakes will be served with lingonberry butter and/or hot strawberry preserves, sausage, scrambled eggs, juice and coffee.
Adults are $8, children ages 5-12 $4, and under 5 are free. The Grange is located at 2640 West Reynolds Ave., Centralia.
For more information, call (360) 918-1356.
Bingo, doors open 5 p.m., bingo starts 6:30 p.m., Forest Grange, 3397 Jackson Highway, Chehalis
Community meal, 1-3 p.m., Rotary Riverside Park, Centralia, free, sponsored by Jesus Name Pentecostal Church, Chehalis, (360) 623-9438
Steam Train Ride and Museum Visit, Mt. Rainier Railroad and Logging Museum, Elbe-Mineral, Peanuts: The Great Pumpkin Patch Express, 10 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 1-888-STEAM-11
“Grease!,” 2 p.m., Evergreen Playhouse, 226 W. Center St., Centralia, adults $10, students $8, www.evergreenplayhouse.com
Michael McDonald, 8 p.m., Lucky Eagle Casino, Rochester, tickets start at $35, (800) 720-1788
Organizations
Young Adult Biblio Babble Book Club, 1:30-3 p.m., Book ‘n’ Brush, 518 N. Market Blvd., Chehalis, (360) 748-6221 or Booknbrush@gmail.com
Support Groups
GriefShare, a video seminar focusing on helping people who have lost a loved one, 12:30-2 p.m., Shoestring Valley Community Church, 104 Frase Road, Onalaska, (360) 870-2782, http://svcchurch.com/griefshare/
