The public is invited to attend The Fort Vancouver Rose Society monthly meeting at St. Luke's-San Lucas Episcopal Church, 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 7 p.m. Oct. 5. Meeting program will include featured speaker Dr. Deborah Erickson on "How to Grow Roses in a Pot." Container gardening is so popular but there are […]
NatureScaping and WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners will host their 7th annual seed swap and mini plant sale at the CASEE greenhouse, located at 11000 N.E. 149th St. in Brush Prairie, from 10 am. to 1 p.m. on Oct. 7. Some rules regarding plants and seeds participants can bring to sell and trade include: […]
Tour the 78th Street Heritage Farm from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 7 or 14. Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a free guided tour of the 79-acre 78th Street Heritage Farm in Vancouver, which was added to the Washington Historic Register in 2012. Stroll the property with a docent and […]
Learn how to compost the smart way at this free online workshop. There will also be an opportunity to construct a compost pile with experts and view demonstration compost bins in action. Participants are eligible for a free compost bin. Learn more and register at clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops.
The French Door, a vintage home decor and gift boutique located in the historic Providence Academy building at 400 E. Evergreen Blvd., Suite 115, Vancouver, will host a book signing […]
Tour the 78th Street Heritage Farm from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 7 or 14. Join the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program for a free guided tour of the 79-acre 78th Street Heritage Farm in Vancouver, which was added to the Washington Historic Register in 2012. Stroll the property with a docent and […]
Join other volunteers at the Jane Weber Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, for the next Second Saturday work party, 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 14. Refreshments will be served at this rain-or-shine event. Above image: The historic Stanger House, located on the arboretum grounds
The North Clark Historical Museum will host the Open Door Stitchery Circle from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 14 at 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, in the renovated 1910 United Brethren Church. Join others to work on stitchery projects. Meet other stitchers and get inspiration for your own future projects. Buy a raffle ticket ($1) […]
Clark Conservation District is offering a Cover Crop Workshop from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 14 at the Marshall Community Garden, 1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver. Attendees will learn how to establish winter cover crops in their home gardens and how they can boost soil health. No registration is required to attend. Contact ag@clarkcd.org or call […]
The Gather Arts Market is one Sunday each month through October from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Hockinson Community Center, 15916 N.E. 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie. The market features 30 local artisan vendors and small businesses selling coffee, locally sourced honey, fresh flowers and plants, farm-fresh produce, crocheted and quilted items, original art, […]
Learn how to construct and maintain a worm bin at this free online workshop. Turn your kitchen trimmings into nature's miracle fertilizer. Participants are eligible for a free worm bin, bedding and worms. Learn more and register at clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops.
The WSU Extension Master Gardeners will host Introduction to Plant Propagation from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 19 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Hazel Dell. Students will get instruction on basic propagation techniques. Participants will take home two plants they propagate during the workshop. If you have a small plant you’d like […]
The Portland Expo Center, 2060 N. Marine Drive, Portland, is hosting the Rose City Vintage Market on Oct. 21 and 22. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22. Find art, jewelry, home furnishings, toys and collectibles. Early bird admission is $25 from 8 a.m. to […]
The Rose City Vintage Market returns to the Portland Expo Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22. Early bird admission is $25 from 8 to 11 a.m. Oct. 21 (ticket is good for both days). General admission is $8. Children under 12 are free. Browse […]
NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens will host a Plant Propagation workshop at the CASEE Center, located at 11104 N.E. 149th St. in Brush Prairie, from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 21. Class will be presented by NatureScaping coordinator and master gardener, Julie Carlsen. Attendees will learn plant propagation timing and techniques to add plants to their […]
NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens will offer a plant propagation class from 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 21 at CASEE, Building B, Room 205, 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Master Gardener Julie Carlsen will teach students plant propagation and timing techniques. Discussion will include the various methods of propagation from seed starting, stem cuttings and […]
The Rose City Vintage Market returns to the Portland Expo Center from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22. Early bird admission is $25 from 8 to 11 a.m. Oct. 21 (ticket is good for both days). General admission is $8. Children under 12 are free. Browse […]
The Portland Expo Center, 2060 N. Marine Drive, Portland, is hosting the Rose City Vintage Market on Oct. 21 and 22. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 21 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22. Find art, jewelry, home furnishings, toys and collectibles. Early bird admission is $25 from 8 a.m. to […]
The Autumn Flower Festival is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 at Shangri-La Farm in Fern Prairie. The event is free to the public. Guests should park at Grove Field Airport, 632 N.E. 267th Ave., Camas, and follow the trail through the woods to Shangri-La Farm or ride on the free shuttle to the […]
Learn how to build and plant a raised bed garden at this free online workshop. Turn urban waste into rich soil without tilling or turning, even if your soil contains clay, sand, grass or weeds. There may also be an opportunity to construct a lasagna compost garden with experts. Learn more and register at clarkcountycomposts.org/workshops.
