Event Series Indoor Exploratory Play Space

Indoor Exploratory Play Space

Fourth Plain Community Commons 3101 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver

Columbia Play Project offers weekly indoor exploratory play from 9 a.m. to noon on Thursdays and Fridays at Fourth Plain Community Commons, 3101 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Activities include Science Touch and Explore, Construction, Art, Music and a Little Learners area. All ages are welcome.

free

Camas Public Library Little Dragons Programs

Camas Public Library 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas

The Camas Public Library will host another edition of its popular Reading Dragons Cards program, titled Little Dragons. The program runs from Sept. 1 to April 30. Little Dragons is a reading program for infants and preschoolers. By reading to their children, parents can earn a free book. Further details can be found at CamasPL.org/littledragons.

Free

Oregon Rail Heritage Center Holiday Express

Oregon Rail Heritage Center 2250 S.E. Water Ave., Portland

The Oregon Rail Heritage Center is offering Holiday Express train rides along the Willamette River with Santa Claus as a guest. Trains, pulled by the Polson No. 2 steam locomotive, run every 90 minutes from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 17. Visit www.orhf.org/train-rides/holiday-express for tickets and […]

$25 – $99

Ornament and Wrapping Paper Swap

Kindred Homestead Supply 606 Main Street, Vancouver

Kindred Homestead Supply, 606 Main St., Vancouver, will host a First Friday Holiday Ornament and Wrapping Paper Swap from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 1. Get rid of that dusty storage box full of ornaments and paper and get rid of those things that no longer spark joy. Instead of purchasing new ornaments and […]

free
Event Series Northwest Personal Training Chair Yoga

Northwest Personal Training Chair Yoga

Northwest Personal Training 1011 Broadway, Vancouver

Northwest Personal Training will host a series of Chair Yoga classes every Friday June 23 through July 28 from 11 a.m. to noon. Chair Yoga allows elderly or attendees with mobility issues to exercise in a low-impact manor. Performing poses with better alignment, more support, and less tension. Classes will span a series of 6 […]

Event Series Art at the Cave hosts “Small Wonders”

Art at the Cave hosts “Small Wonders”

Art at the CAVE Gallery 108 E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver

Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, invited over 100 artists to share 300 of their original creations for holiday gift-giving. See the show from Dec. 1-29 during regular gallery hours, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Learn more at artatthecave.com.

Event Series FORT VANCOUVER LION’S CLUB MEETING

Fort Vancouver Lions Club Meeting

Golden Corral 11801 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver

The Fort Vancouver Lions Club meets on the first and third Friday of each month at Golden Corral, 11801 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Guests should arrive at 11:30 a.m. to get food and find a table. The meeting is from noon to 1 p.m. The club meets to discuss upcoming service projects and plan […]

free

Monthly Open House at West Columbia Gorge Humane Society

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society 2675 S. Index St., Washougal

The West Columbia Gorge Humane Society offers an open house on the first Friday of every month from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The dog and cat shelters at 2675 Index St., Washougal, will be open to the public and no appointment is needed. Attendees can visit with adoptable dogs and cats, meet humane society […]

free
Event Series Art at the Cave presents “Passages”

Art at the Cave presents “Passages”

Art at the CAVE Gallery 108 E Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver

Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, presents "Passages," featuring the work of Yoshihiro Kitai and Matthew Letzelter, faculty at Pacific Northwest College of Art. The exhibit explores the marks that reference patterns and experiences between man-made and natural environments. The exhibit is free and open to the public Dec. 1-30 during regular […]

Event Series Zoo Lights

Zoo Lights

Oregon Zoo 4001 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland

Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]

$12 – $26

Works by Gregory Manin and Jeff Gracz at Rebecca Anstine Gallery

Rebecca Anstine Sixth Floor Gallery 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver

The art exhibit "Colors of Abstraction" featuring the photography of Jeff Gracz and the paintings of Gregory Manin is on display at the Rebecca Anstine Gallery through February. The gallery, open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, is on the sixth floor of the Clark County Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St. A reception for the […]

free

Clark County Historical Museum AfterHours

Clark County Historical Museum 1511 Main St., Vancouver

Have you ever wondered where the PNW’s love for hops and IPAs began? Or who was the first female riverboat captain on the Columbia? Have fun and meet others from 5 to 8 p.m. every first Friday of the month while exploring our community’s history during #CCHMuseum AfterHours. Visit cchmuseum.org/programs-events/firstfridays/  for detailed information on each […]

free

Camas Hometown Holidays

Downtown Camas 304 NE 4th Ave., Camas

Downtown Camas will host its Hometown Holidays celebration from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1 in conjunction with the First Friday Art Walk. The event includes photos with Santa, crafts and activities, live entertainment, free hot cocoa, street food vendors, after-hours holiday shopping and art show. The tree in front of the Liberty Theatre will […]

free
Event Series 2nd Annual Ridgefield Winter Market

Ridgefield Winter Market

Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene 747 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield

The second annual Ridgefield Winter Market is 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 2 with vendors, food carts, a photo booth, raffles and Christmas shopping at Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene, 747 Pioneer St., Ridgefield.

free

First Friday Art Gallery at The Valiant Ballroom

Valiant Ballroom 111 W. Ninth St., Vancouver

The Valiant Ballroom will host a First Friday Art Show from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1. Enter the ballroom through the wardrobe at the back of Most Everything Vintage, 815 Washington St., Vancouver. Meet the artists and enjoy light refreshments.

First Friday at Pike Art Gallery

Pike Art Gallery 302 N.E. Sixth Ave., Camas

Pike Art Gallery offers a festive First Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1. Gallery owner Liz Pike will host a reception with free beverages and charcuterie. The gallery, located in the lobby of Minuteman Press at at 26300 N.E. Third St., Camas, features the work of Pike and Vancouver artist Blue Bond. Both […]

free

Winter Wonderland at Portland International Raceway

Portland International Raceway 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Portland

See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 24-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]

$32 – $85
Event Series Christmas Festival of Lights at The Grotto

Christmas Festival of Lights at The Grotto

The Grotto 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland

The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 25 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]

$5 – $18

Battle Ground Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration

Battle Ground Community Center 912 E Main St, Battle Ground

Battle Ground will host a Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration at 5:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Battle Ground Community Center. The free event will include a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, escorted by Fire District 3 Engine and the Battle Ground Police Department. After the tree is lit, the celebration will move into the […]

free
Event Series Wreathmaking Workshop at Pomeroy Farm

Wreathmaking Workshop at Pomeroy Farm

Pomeroy Farm 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt

Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, will offer a series of wreathmaking workshops from No. 30 to Dec. 8. Attendees can enjoy a cup of wassail and listen to Christmas music while making authentic greenery wreaths. Participants should bring clippers, wear gloves and dress warmly. The cost is $45, including all materials for […]

$45

First Friday Open Mic Music Night in Amboy

North Clark Historical Museum 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy

Attend the First Friday Open Mic Music Night at North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, in the renovated 1910 United Brethren Church, from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 1. This popular open mic night has been hosted local singer Wayne Hoffman for 22 years. Admission is free and open to everyone but […]

free
Event Series Warriors Reprieve

Point Man International Ministries Meeting

Church on the Rock 500 S.W. Eaton Blvd., Battle Ground

The Vancouver chapter of Point Man International Ministries meets from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. every Friday in the Education Module at Church on the Rock, 500 S.W. Eaton Blvd., Battle Ground. Pointman International was started by a Seattle police officer and veteran and the faith-based, non-denominational support group is open to all veterans and first […]

free

You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown: The Musical

Beacock Music 1420 S.E. 163rd Ave., Vancouver

Charles Schulz’s beloved comic comes to life in "You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown," showing in the Beacock Music Recital Hall Dec. 1-10. Bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder, perfectionist Sally is mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse and Charlie Brown is in rare form. The musical spans the […]

$25
Event Series River HomeLink presents “Aladdin”

River HomeLink presents “Aladdin”

Prairie High School 11311 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver

River HomeLink will present Disney’s “Aladdin Jr.” Dec. 1-9 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Brush Prairie, a reimagining of the classic Disney cartoon, featuring Genie, Jasmine, Iago and Aladdin. Tickets are $10 for adults or $5 for children 10 and under. Buy tickets at the door or online at wa-battleground-lite.intouchreceipting.com/RHLTheater. Shows are […]

$10
Event Series Annie the Musical!

Union High School presents “Annie”

Union High School 6201 NW Friberg-Strunk Street, Camas

Union High School Performing Arts presents "Annie," showing at 7 p.m. Dec. 1, 2, 7 and 8 and at 2 p.m. Dec. 2. Tickets are $12 for adults or $8 for students and seniors. The show is family-friendly and appropriate for all ages. Tickets (cash only) are on sale at the door an hour prior […]

$8 – $12
Event Series “Black Nativity” by Langston Hughes

“Black Nativity” by Langston Hughes

Brunish Theatre 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland

See "Black Nativity" by Langston Hughes at the Brunish Theatre, Fourth Floor, 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland. Shows are offered Nov. 25 through Dec. 10 with a preview show on Nov. 22. Opening day is 3 p.m. Nov. 25. Other performances are 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. "Black […]

$20 – $30

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents “1940s Radio Christmas Carol”

Metropolitan Performing Arts 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents the musical "1940s Radio Christmas Carol," Dec. 1-17, at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Performances are 7:30 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays. Family Day with discounted tickets is 2 p.m. Dec. 3. Pride Night is 7:30 p.m. Dec. 9. Meet Santa Day is 2 p.m. […]

$11 – $20
Event Series Next Fall by: Geoffrey Nauffts

Clark College presents “Next Fall”

Clark College Decker Theatre 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver

Clark College presents Geoffry Nauffts' "Next Fall," a witty and provocative look at faith, commitment and unconditional love. The play’s central story focuses on the five-year relationship between Adam and Luke, examining what it means to "believe." Adult tickets are $12. Seniors age 60 and older are $10. Tickets are free for Clark College students, […]

$10 – $12

Magenta Theater presents “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley”

Magenta Theater 1108 Main Street, Vancouver

Magenta Theater presents the Jane Austen-inspired “The Wickhams: Christmas at Pemberley,” showing from Dec. 1-17 at 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets are $23 at magentatheater.com or $25 at the door. Tickets can also be purchased over the phone at 360-949-3098. […]

$23 – $25