Do you want to combat climate change and do you like being outside and getting your hands dirty? Join Friends of Trees' planting crew. Get complete details and register at friendsoftrees.org/volunteer/how-to-volunteer/crew-leader/. Online training, available Oct. 15-29, is free. Volunteers are expected to commit 20 hours, including online training and four planting events. Planting events are mostly […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host their annual Make a Difference Day tree planting along Burnt Bride Creek from 9 a.m. to noon, Oct. 22. Attendees and volunteers are asked to park on N.E. 41st Circle and follow signs to the worksite, next to 1806 NE 41st Circle, Vancouver
First Evangelical Church's Heart and Home Artisans Fair will be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 indoors at 4120 N.E. St. Johns Road, Vancouver. Shoppers will find […]
Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a free guided tour of the 79-acre 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, which was placed on the Washington Historic Register in 2012. Stroll the property with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property's history and its role in horticulture education, […]
Clark College Community and Continuing Education will host a class series on the history of Paris fashion, occurring weekly on Saturdays at Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, from 10 […]
Cascades Presbyterian Church will host a poetry workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 22 led by Clark County Poetry Laureate Armin Tolentino and others. No experience is necessary. The […]
Learn about the history of old Vancouver at this volunteer event at the Old City Cemetery, 2700 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, from 1o a.m. to noon Oct. 22. Participants will get an educational history tour from the National Parks Service and have the opportunity to join a service project for National Make a Difference […]
The Small Acreage Program of WSU Clark County Extension will host Small Acreage Stewardship Tours at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Oct. 22. This is a in-person tour of two residences. The first begins at 10 a.m. at a residence in Battle Ground at 20303 N.E. Bridlewood Rd. Learn about composting manure, stormwater drainage, and […]
Kids can show off their costumes and learn about wildlife during the Oregon Zoo’s annual Howloween festivities, Oct. 22–23 and Oct. 28–31. Activities are best suited for children ages 2-12, but all are welcome. A scavenger hunt around the zoo will teach kids about healthy habitats for wildlife. Activities take place each day until 3 […]
Clark County Quilters presents the Quiltfest Northwest Fiber Arts Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 20, 21 and 22 at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Admission is $8 per day or $15 for a three-day pass. Admission is free for children under 12 and a […]
Portland Japanese Garden presents its final art exhibition of 2022, "The Garden of Resonance," featuring the work of internationally acclaimed artist Jun Kaneko. Kaneko, winner of the prestigious Lifetime Achievement […]
The Portland Art Museum presents "Perspectives," a special exhibition of more than 60 works by local BIPOC (Black, indigenous and people of color) photographers made during the Black Lives Matter […]
The Oregon Historical Society presents "Motown: The Sound of Young America," featuring stage outfits from many of the label’s top performers, interviews with Motown legends and opportunities to get inside the creative process perfected at Motown. Visitors will also experience interactive displays, including a chance to perform the Supremes’ “Stop! In the Name of Love” […]
Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday in October; admission ends at 4 p.m. Take a hayride down Pumpkin Lane, pick out the perfect pumpkin (priced by circumference from $1.50 to $12 for standard pumpkins; specialty pumpkins are […]
The Rose City Vintage Market returns to the Portland Expo Center, 2060 N. Marine Drive, Portland, on Oct. 21 and 22, featuring two days of 250 curated vintage and antique collections where shoppers can find modern, retro and one-of-a-kind finds. Shoppers will find clothing, shoes, costume jewelry, mid-century furniture, lamps and décor galore. "Early Buy" […]
Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free seminar "Trusts 101! How to Protect Who You Love and What You Have as You Age" starting at 11 a.m. on Oct. 22. This event will be presented both virtually as well as in-person by attorney Beckie Pettis. Registration is free and required […]
During October, Vancouver's food scene will be on display as restaurants offer 3 items for $25 or $35. Dine the Couve returns as an annual month-long event hosted by Visit Vancouver WA to support small businesses, while celebrating the city's and county's culinary prowess. Restaurants will offer a three-course meal comprised of appetizer, entrée, and […]
Artists and art lovers over 18 are invited to join the Art Critique Group meeting every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. in the atrium at 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., […]
Meaningful Movies Ridgefield presents "Climate Solutions" from 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 22 at Ridgefield Community Library 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. These six short films showcase students speaking out, creating solutions and leading change. This event is for school-aged children and their parents. From 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22, there will be an […]
Vancouver Art Space, inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, is offering an alcohol inks class where students will learn simple techniques for using permanent alcohol […]
North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St. in Amboy's 1910 United Brethren Church, will present an exhibit about the Columbus Day Storm on Oct. 12, 1962. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the storm. It originated in the Pacific Ocean and created havoc from northern California to southern British Columbia in Canada. It […]
Vancouver Ballet Folklorico is hosting a Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) ancestral celebration from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 22 in Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. The event honors and remembers those who have departed. Día de Muertos is a celebration of life, love and healing. Experience beautiful luminarias, traditional Mexican […]
The Clark County Historical Museum will host guided tours, telling the stories of Clark County's haunted history. Tours will take place every Friday and Saturday night in October, starting at 6 p.m. at the Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98661 Tour guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a […]
Cinema of Horrors drive-in movie experience returns to the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Rd, Ridgefield, with classic horror movies playing from Oct. 7-31; see the full list of films below or visit ridgefield.cinemaofhorrors.com. The event is a live-action horror movie experience where screams from the screen come to life. […]
Locals Live at ilani is a competition for singers who will compete for $5,000 and a headlining show in ilani's Muze Lounge. Beginning 7 p.m. Oct. 15, preselected singers will face off in a singing competition at Muze Lounge, 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield. Every Saturday for five weeks, one winner will be chosen to move […]
Meaningful Movies Ridgefield presents "Climate Solutions" from 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 22 at Ridgefield Community Library 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. These six short films showcase students speaking out, creating solutions and leading change. This event is for school-aged children and their parents. From 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22, there will be an […]
Vancouver Elks 823 presents the fourth annual Nightmares on Elk Street Haunted House at 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., Vancouver, open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October. This is an extremely scary indoor haunted house with disturbing depictions of blood and gore, including visual and auditory frights, strobe lights and fog machines. It is not […]
"Little Shop of Horrors" will play at Portland's Winningstad Theatre, inside Antoinette Hatfield Hall at 1111 S.W. Broadway, from Oct. 7 through 30. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets range from $27.25 to $52.25, available at www.stumptownstages.org or www.Portland5.com or by calling the box […]
Love Street Playhouse, 126 Loves Ave., Woodland, presents "Miss Holmes" from Oct. 7 through 23. This theatrical fan fiction re-examines the Victorian world of Holmes and Watson by exploring the added obstacles faced by these two iconic characters if they were women. When an anonymous note sends a newlywed wife looking for help, Miss Sherlock […]
Portland Center Stage and Artists Repertory Theatre present "the ripple, the wave that carried me home" by playwright and recent Tony Award-nominee Christina Anderson. "the ripple, the wave that carried me home" opens on Oct. 14 and runs through Oct.30 on the main stage at 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland, with preview shows Oct. 8-13. […]
Magenta Theater presents "Murder on the Orient Express," Oct. 14 through 30 at 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Eleven performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Oct. 14, 15, 20, 21, 22, 28, and 29 and at 2 p.m. Oct. 16, 23, and 30. A special performance featuring the understudy actors will take place at 7:30 p.m. […]
The Old Church presents David Torn and Corzi și Arcuri, performing at 8 p.m. Oct. 22 at 1422 S.E. 11th Ave., Portland. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 in advance or $25 on the day of the show. Tickets are available at theoldchurch.org. Described as a “sound sorcerer,” Torn has brought his signature […]
White Bird presents the Dallas Black Dance Theater, with performances at 8 p.m. Oct. 20-22 at Lincoln Hall on the Portland State University Campus. Tickets start at $35 at www.whitebird.org or pay $3 more to buy tickets over the phone at 503-245-1600 ext. 201. Discounts are available for groups, students, seniors, working artists and front-line […]
Twilight Theater Company, 7515 N. Brandon Ave., Portland, presents "The Crucible," by Arthur Miller, with performances on Oct. 21, 22, 28, 29, 30; Nov 3, 4, 5 and 6. Shows are 8 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. Tickets are $21 to $25, available at app.arts-people.com/index.php?actions=4&p=1. The story focuses upon a young […]
