Beginning February 7, the Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the roots of your family tree. The first session "The Beginning" will be held at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library from 11 […]
Vancouver Art Space will host a four week Beginning Drawing Course from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 7, 14, 21 and 28 at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, located upstairs inside Vancouver Mall. The cost is $185 per person; register at eventbrite.com/e/beginning-drawing-with-nathun-finkhouse-registration-490658481727. Instructor Nathun Finkhouse will teach students everything from how to hold […]
The City of Vancouver will host an informative Recycling 101 class online via Zoom, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 8 Attendees will get all the latest tips about the regional garbage and recycling system. Recycling 101 is a fun, tip-sharing, recycling-friendly class open to the community. Attendees will learn the basics about what […]
The Clark County Master Composter Recycler Program volunteer training series will be held virtually on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. from Feb. 1 to March 15. This no cost training course will cover topics such as backyard composting, worm bin composting, green cleaning, food waste reduction and more. After completing the 7-week training, attendees […]
NAMI Southwest Washington will host a free three-hour workshop, "Becoming a Trusted Adult" from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 11 at the Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. Register at eventbrite.com/e/463759145087. For more information, contact kdonaldson7353@gmail.com. The number one protective actor for youth is having a trusted adult in their life. This program takes […]
TreeSong Nature Awareness Center presents "The Artful Field Journal Series: Watercolors in the Wild" with Andie Thrams. This is a continuing series of monthly online classes for field journal keepers, plein air artists and painters to paint with increasing ease both indoors and out. The second class is 9:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 11. Step-by-step […]
The Master Gardeners present "Introduction to Grape Pruning," a hands-on, in-person workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 11 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver. Grapevines are wonderful producers of luscious fruit, but they require consistent annual pruning to be at their best. Learn propagation and pruning techniques by practicing […]
Gather Arts, 16523 NE 170th Ave, Brush Prairie, is celebrating Galentine's Day from noon to 6 p.m. Feb. 12 with classes in painting and chocolate making, permanent jewelry with Rosie Jay's, fresh bouquets, sips, treats and shopping. Register for classes at gatherarts.com. The schedule includes: Noon to 2 p.m.: Chocolate making and drink pairing with […]
TreeSong Nature Awareness and Retreat Center will host a virtual class, "Winter Birds of the Pacific Northwest Coast," from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 12. Murres, loons, scoters, guillemots, turnstones and oystercatchers frequent our rocky shores, offshore waters and quiet bays. Learn how to spot them and where to find them from instructor Laura Whittemore […]
The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the roots of your family tree. The second session "Organize with Purpose" will be held at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library from 11 a.m. to […]
The Master Gardener Foundation of Clark County will host a presentation on sustainable living and gardening online via Zoom from 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 14. This presentation addresses some steps homeowners can take to minimize the impact on our planet’s limited natural resources. Jim Mahar is a retired electrical engineer and Master Gardener living […]
The Clark County Master Composter Recycler Program volunteer training series will be held virtually on Wednesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m. from Feb. 1 to March 15. This no cost training course will cover topics such as backyard composting, worm bin composting, green cleaning, food waste reduction and more. After completing the 7-week training, attendees […]
Washington State University Vancouver, 14204 N.E. Salmon Creek Ave., will host four "A to Z of Paying for College Workshops" at 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 16, March 15, April 12 and May 17. The workshops are a public service for all prospective and current college students, regardless of the college they choose to attend. Prospective […]
Real Food Matters Nutritionist Karen Kennedy will host a webinar on glucose monitors via Zoom, starting at 7 p.m. Feb. 16. During this presentation, attendees will learn: -What is a […]
The WSU Clark County Extension Master Gardener Program is hosting a two part, hands-on Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop via Zoom and at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver. Fruit expert Monica Maggio will teach students about timely pruning to improve the shape, strength and fruit set of your trees and help […]
NatureScaping will host a class on basic garden tool maintenance at the CASEE Center from 10 a.m. to noon on Feb. 18. Cowlitz County Master Gardener Arthur Fuller will teach attendees how to clean and sharpen garden tools to optimize their efficiency prior to winter storage or spring use. Event will be held in the […]
The Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum in Ilwaco will host an afternoon of “Caring for Your Family’s Treasures,” 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 18. This free event will be led by Collections Manager Donella Lucero and Curator Betsy Millard, and will cover the basics of preserving cherished family items such as photographs and textiles. This demonstration […]
The Clark County Genealogical Society is offering a series of six free one-hour, in-person basic genealogy strategies classes. Each class will focus on a different topic for digging into the roots of your family tree. The third session "Where Are Your People Located?" will be held at the Clark County Genealogical Society Library from 11 […]
Learn how to play bridge during this four-day class for beginners from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 21, 22, 23 and 24 at the Hilton Vancouver, 301 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. This lesson series is designed for players with no bridge background. By the end of the fourth day, players will know the basics of […]
The City of Vancouver will host an informative Recycling 201 class online via Zoom, from 6 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 22. This course will build on the skills taught in Recycling 101 to go beyond the basics of curbside recycling. Attendees will discover a wide variety of recycling and reuse options available locally for […]
