Learn how to be an expert recycler at this free workshop from 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 15 at Waste Connections, 9411 N.E. 94th Ave., Vancouver. Understand why only certain items can go into your Blue recycle cart and glass bin. Also learn how to properly manage other materials like plastic wrap, batteries and hazardous waste which […]
Community Development’s Learning Lab covers a new topic every month from building permits and land use review to animal control and code enforcement. The lab meets from 11 a.m. to noon on the third Thursday of every month in the Public Service Center, sixth floor training room 679, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. Presentations given by […]
Learn more about "botanomancy," or plant wisdom and divination, during a workshop at Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 16. Explore ways to work with plants for insight and reflection, from herbal omens to plant spirit connection. Bring a plant-centered oracle or tarot deck if you have one […]
The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington will host a series of fitness classes to help older adults become more active. The Battle Ground and Brush Prairie area will have two classes a day, one from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and the other at 10 to 11 a.m. Both held on Wednesdays […]
Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver, hosts a "Clay Together" pottery date night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Fridays of each month. The cost is $150 per couple. Class features beginner-friendly projects like slab-rolled mugs and vases with one single-color firing (additional colors are available for an extra […]
Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver, will offer a Leaf Plate workshop from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 17. Create a plate or dish with the impression of a leaf or leaves. Bring your own leaves or use what's provided. Students will be guided by a studio instructor. No prior pottery experience is […]
Join WSU Master Gardener Anne Bulger for a workshop from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Oct. 18 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm exploring mason bees, our gentle, non-stinging, native pollinators. Discover their vital role in pollination, learn how to create and maintain a thriving mason bee habitat, and gain insight into their life cycle. Learn how to […]
Unfold the magic of spooky season with a Cornhusk Bats workshop, 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 18 at Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas. Learn the ancient art of crafting bats from dried cornhusks. Perfect for crafters, witches or nature lovers alike, students will create their own cornhusk bats to take home for Halloween […]
St. John's Presbyterian Church, 1206 N.E. Birch St., Camas, will host a "Families and Politics" workshop from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 18, led by certified Braver Angels moderator Cynthia O’Brien. Learn how to preserve family bonds while staying true to your values and political beliefs. Participants will gain insight into why family differences […]
VanCity Ballroom offers Saturday social dancing and beginners' lessons at 9212 N.E. Highway 99, Suite 110, in Hazel Dell. A 45-minute lesson starts at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing of all styles until 10 p.m. No partner or dance experience are required. Learn a new dance each week, from ballroom and Latin to swing […]
Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver, will offer a Cozy Mug hand-building workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Sept. 20 or 3:30 to 5 p.m. Oct. 19. Craft a ceramic mug adorned with patterns and designs; open to beginners and seasoned clay artists alike (ages 8 and over). An instructor will lead students […]
Join Master Gardener Janis McBride for a hands-on workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 20 at the 78th St. Heritage Farm where you will learn useful techniques that will make your seed-saving efforts efficient and effective. Participants will learn which types of seeds can be saved, crop requirements and how to collect and store […]
HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Art Studio" from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month at Drip Drop Art Studio, 420 W. Eighth […]
Washington State University Vancouver faculty from the library and history program will host a skill shop series during the 2025/26 academic year designed to strengthen community participation skills. The How to Be Active Skill Shop Series is 1:30-2:30 p.m. every other Tuesday in the Library Reading Room. For more details, visit hub.wsu.edu/how2bactive. The schedule is […]
Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free seminar "Your Legacy, Your Way: Proactive Planning for Peace of Mind" starting at 3:30 p.m. Oct. 21. This event will be presented in-person by attorney Karen Webber. Registration is free and required to attend. To register and receive seminar dates and details call, […]
The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington will host a series of fitness classes to help older adults become more active. The Battle Ground and Brush Prairie area will have two classes a day, one from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and the other at 10 to 11 a.m. Both held on Wednesdays […]
The Camas Public Library will offer a Preschool Halloween Trick or Treat practice event from 2:30-3:30 p.m. Oct. 22. Kids can “practice” trick-or-treating in a safe and playful environment while […]
Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver, will offer beginner-friendly Autumn Pumpkin Hand-Building workshops from 3-4 p.m. Sept. 21; 5:30-7 p.m. Oct. 8; 3:30-5 p.m. Oct. 12; and 5:30-7 […]
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 Sept. 23, Oct. 22, Nov. 20 and Dec. 17. The workshops are a public service for all prospective and current college students, regardless of the college they choose to attend. Prospective […]
Learn how to compost using red worms at this free workshop from 6-7:30 p.m. Oct. 22 at Waste Connections, 9411 N.E. 94th Ave., Vancouver. Learn how to care for your worms, understand the types of worm bins and get up close and personal with the decomposers in a worm bin and look for worm cocoons. […]