The Gem Faire is noon Nov. 15-17 at Westside Commons, 801 N.E. 34th Ave., Hillsboro. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 16 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 17. Admission is $7 f0r a weekend pass. Attendees will find jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, millions of […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for an invasive English ivy pull from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 16, in partnership with the Ridgefield Garden Club. Volunteers should come to Abrams Park, 400 Abrams Park Road, Ridgefield, wear long pants and sturdy shoes and bring their own snacks and water. A Spanish translator […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for planting events around Clark County from 9 to noon on Saturdays in October and November. Register at thewatershedalliance.org. The dates and locations are below. Oct. 26: Burnt Bridge Creek, Vancouver Nov. 2: Horn's Corner, Ridgefield Nov. 9: Camas Nov. 16: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Campus, Camas Nov. […]
Passages to Success hosts Coffee Chats for local businesspeople from 9:30 to 11 a.m. every third Saturday of the month at Latte Da Coffeehouse and Wine Bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver. Attendance is free. Coffee and food will be available to purchase from the venue. Learn more at passagestosuccess.com.
"Playing with Light" at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) runs through Jan. 6. Full-body interactive exhibits encourage visitors to engage in light-, laser- and lens-based experiences, including freezing their shadows, mixing colored lights and making a laser beam bounce down a stream of water. Visitors can tinker with technology-focused exhibit elements involving […]
"Exquisite Creatures Revealed" is a new exhibit from Oregon-based artist and naturalist Christopher Marley at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) through Feb. 17. Marley’s intricate artworks feature rare organisms from around the world in stunning displays. His tributes to the beauty of the natural world broaden our knowledge about biodiversity and conservation. […]
Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road. The program is a 12-step literature study. Held in Room 7. Use Preschool entrance. For more information, call (360) 213-8902.
Bricktastic! brick-building showcase is 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 16 at Fourth Plain Community Commons, 3101 East Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Bricktastic! is open to participants of all ages. See the entry form at columbiaplayproject.org/events/bricktastic, pick your favorite category (or two), and start building your masterpiece. There's no fee to participate.
Skyview High School will host a free paper shred event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday Nov. 16th Safely dispose of unneeded sensitive documents. Participants can watch their documents being shredded. Only paper documents will be accepted, including sensitive papers, bills and medical records. Please limit five boxes or bags per vehicle. All financial […]
Pomeroy Farm will host Christmastime on the Farm from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17. Attendees can meet Santa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., take Christmas card photos at one of many themed backdrops and shop at the holiday vendor market. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for children ages 3 […]
Washougal Studio Artists presents the annual Holiday Art Market Tour, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17, featuring the work of 25 local artists at 13 studios. Meet the artists and explore an array of works in fused glass, textiles, bronze sculpture, painting, jewelry, mixed media, collage, ceramics and photography. Many artists also […]
Nov. 16 and 17 is the most festive time of year at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Guests can meet Santa from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., take Christmas card photo at themed photo ops and shop at the holiday market. Admission is […]
The Portland Japanese Garden's "Vision of Place" exhibit runs through June 10. The exhibit features photography from Portland’s sister city, Sapporo, Hokkaido prefecture, in celebration of the 65th anniversary of the cities' sister city relationship. Admission is $21.95 for adults, $18.95 for seniors 65 and older, $17.95 for students with ID, $15.95 for youth ages […]
The Japanese Garden will host an exhibit exhibition, Kintsugi: The Restorative Art of Naoko Fukumaru, through Jan. 27. Kintsugi is a Japanese artform that takes broken items such as ceramics and mends them with lacquer dusted with powdered gold. This exhibit will explore themes of healing through the artwork of kintsugi artist and master conservator Naoko […]
The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club holiday open house from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, Dec. 1, 7 and 8 at the clubhouse, 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. Visitors can see an HO scale model of the Columbia Gorge and surrounding areas. VIP tours start at 8:30 a.m. Buy […]
The Portland Art Museum presents "Eyes of the Storm: Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64, on exhibit from Sept. 14 to Jan. 19 at 1219 S.W. Park Ave. Portland. Comprised of recently rediscovered photographs from Paul McCartney’s personal archive, more than 250 pictures document The Beatles’ meteoric rise from British sensation to international stardom. At a time […]
The Portland Holiday Market is at the Portland Expo Center from noon to 8 p.m. Nov. 15 and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 16 and 17. This year’s market features holiday ambiance, local food and drink and 100 new vendors. Roaming carolers will serenade guests with holiday classics throughout the weekend while they […]
The Gem Faire is noon Nov. 15-17 at Westside Commons, 801 N.E. 34th Ave., Hillsboro. Hours are noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 15, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 16 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 17. Admission is $7 f0r a weekend pass. Attendees will find jewelry, precious and semi-precious gemstones, millions of […]
In celebration of National Native Heritage Month, the Clark County Historical Museum will host an Indigenous Peoples Market from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 16 at 1511 Main St., Vancouver. The market will showcase the talents of 14 local Indigenous vendors. Native American flutist Sherrie Davis will perform live during the market. The museum […]
Northwest Personal Training is hosting a new winter training program held on Saturdays from noon to 1 p.m. The six week program will explore a new training technique each week. Cost is $180 for the full six weeks. All fitness levels are welcome to attend, whether a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this program will […]
Final Draft Taphouse is hosting "Tapping In: Sound Bath and Brews" from 12:30 to 2 p.m. Nov. 16 at 11504 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Participants will "tap into" the relaxing benefits of sound with Jenne Sharpe and her crystal singing bowls. The sound bath session lasts 45 minutes, after which people can socialize and […]
Art at the Cave gallery hosts a free Artist's Talk from 1 to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month at 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Artists featured in the gallery's current exhibit will answer questions such as what inspired them and how they created their art. Learn more at artatthecave.com.
Heritage High School presents "Peter and the Starcatcher," a prequel to "Peter Pan" that explores the origins of Peter and his journey to Neverland. The play follows young Peter, who teams up with Molly and a motley crew of pirates and misfits as they attempt to protect a mysterious trunk filled with precious "starstuff." Performances […]
The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, hosts an All Ages Chess Club on the third Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. Attendees should bring their own chess sets, if they have them.
Journey Theater presents "Finding Nemo, Jr.," showing Nov. 7 to 16 at Manor Evangelical Church, 17913 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. The story follows Marlin, an anxious clownfish who lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid, Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. When Nemo is captured and taken […]
Calling all Teen Bakers! The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., offers "Bakeology," a teen baking program from 3 to 4 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month. All experience levels are welcome and it's free to participate. We'll go over what went well, where we can improve, and learn new things along the […]
BrewLights for the 21-and-over crowd features 45 Northwest breweries and cideries as well as live music and local food carts from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Nov. 15 and 16 at the Oregon Zoo. Tickets ($40-$75) include a souvenir cup and 10 beverage tastings. A nondrinker ticket will also be available for those interested in lights […]
All Saints Episcopal Church and Babies in Need present "Peace, Love and Harmony," a gala and silent auction at 6 p.m. Nov. 16 at 2206 N.W. 99th St., Vancouver. The auction preview opens at 6 p.m. and the concert begins at 7 p.m. featuring WilsonFiferRose performing melodic 50s to 80s folk-pop music with layers of […]
Journey Theater presents "Finding Nemo, Jr.," showing Nov. 7 to 16 at Manor Evangelical Church, 17913 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. The story follows Marlin, an anxious clownfish who lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid, Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. When Nemo is captured and taken […]
Heritage High School presents "Peter and the Starcatcher," a prequel to "Peter Pan" that explores the origins of Peter and his journey to Neverland. The play follows young Peter, who teams up with Molly and a motley crew of pirates and misfits as they attempt to protect a mysterious trunk filled with precious "starstuff." Performances […]
Evergreen High School will offer performances of "Treasure Island," inspired by Robert Lewis Stevenson's classic novel. The play follows Jim Hawkin's, who's life is changed by the arrival of a pirate carrying a stolen treasure map. On an epic journey across the waters to Skeleton Island, Jim faces challenges and betrayal as he and his […]
VanCity Ballroom offers a beginners' lesson and social dancing at 7 p.m. Saturdays at 9212 N.E. Hwy 99. The 45 minute lesson begins at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing of all styles (ballroom, Latin, swing and nightclub) until 10 p.m. A different dance is covered each week. Visit vancityballroom.com for upcoming lessons. No experience […]
Love Street Playhouse presents "Live in 3, 2, 1," showing from Nov. 15 through Dec. 8 at 126 Loves Ave., Woodland. Travel back to yesteryear when Hollywood begins dabbling with the cutting-edge technology of television. A famous director and his trio of larger-than-life stars come to Radio Corporation of America headquarters in New York city […]
