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April 2019
BOLT: “Building Our Legacy Together”
Skyview High School students and staff members will take the stage for the school's annual series of talks called BOLT, or "Building Our Legacy Together.” The event is a platform for sharing the unique life stories, dreams and talents of Skyview’s students and staff through speeches, anecdotes, original music, dance and more. Topics include overcoming obstacles, friendships and interests. BOLT is organized by high school juniors and seniors in Skyview's leadership elective class. This is the fourth year of the event.
Find out more »Meaningful Movies Series: “Resilience”
Attend a free screening of "Resilience" as part of the Meaningful Movies series in Ridgefield, followed by a post-film discussion. Learn how adverse childhood experiences can affect outcomes in education, health and success. Share thoughts and questions during a moderated community discussion with special guests from Next Success and the Ridgefield School District. As the documentary "Resilience reveals," toxic stress from abuse and neglect can trigger hormones that wreak havoc on the brains and bodies of children, putting them at…
Find out more »FVRL Foundation Used Hardbound Fiction Book Sale
Fort Vancouver Regional Library Foundation used hardback fiction book sale, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 25, in Library Hall, downstairs at FVRL Operations Center, 1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Thousands of novels are available to buy. For more information, visit www.fvrlf.org or www.facebook.com/FVRLFoundation. Parking is free; bring your own bags or boxes.
Find out more »Tips to Job Seekers
Individuals interested in working in the technology field can get job-seeking tips from technology companies. The workshop will feature a panel of Clark County technology businesses. Company representatives will share their perspective on interview techniques, top skills their employers want, qualities companies look for in a new employee and more. Tips on job searching and networking will also be provided. Register at bit.ly/WoWPanel or contact dstewart@esd.wa.gov. Learn more about job training and placement services available through WorkSource, search for jobs…
Find out more »Read to the Dog
Cooper will be at the Library Tuesdays and Thursdays. Each reading session is 15 minutes. Advance sign up is required.
Find out more »Public Tour of the Port of Vancouver
Who says there’s no such thing as a free lunch? At the Port of Vancouver USA, ours come with a 90-minute education on Columbia River navigation, international trade, environmental stewardship, waterfront redevelopment and much more. The port is hosting 10 free public tours in 2019, starting in April and ending in August. Guests enjoy refreshments and a brief presentation before boarding a bus for a behind-the-scenes tour of the marine terminals and industrial centers that make the Port of Vancouver…
Find out more »Bingo Fundraiser for Evergreen Habitat for Humanity’s Women Build program
Come to a family-friendly evening of bingo from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 25, at the Clark County Habitat Store, 10811 S.E. Second St. Vancouver. The event is open to everyone. The cost is $2 per card with ten games total. Prizes will be given, valued at $25 or more. Complimentary snacks will be offered, and wine and beer will be available for purchase. RSVPs are helpful (but not required) by contacting amy@ehfh.org or 360-737-1759. All proceeds benefit Evergreen…
Find out more »Camtown Youth Festival Flea Market Tables Available
Early bird registration ends May 24. Registration after May 24 will cost $10 per table, and if you choose to arrive on festival day without a registration, a $20 walk-in fee will apply. Kids won’t want to miss this opportunity to sell or trade their good, but unwanted toys and handmade crafts during this flea market. To sell or trade – rent a 10’ x 10’ space for $5 (vendors provide their own table, chairs, canopy, etc.). Visitors can purchase…
Find out more »Home and Garden Idea Fair
Join Clark County Public Utilities for the 28th annual Home and Garden Idea Fair, featuring hundreds of local business with a wide selection of home and garden products and services, indoor landscape displays, vendors from the local farmer's market, fun and free hands-on family activities, and one of Clark County's largest plant sales. Admission is free; guests are encouraged to bring donations of canned food for local food banks or cash donations to Operation Warm Heart. The Exhibition Hall is…
Find out more »Home and Garden Idea Fair Booth Registration
Register now for a booth at the Home and Garden Idea Fair, hosted by Clark County Public Utilities. There are nearly 300 booth spaces available, indoor and outdoor, for exhibits of home and garden services and products. Over 20,000 potential customers attended the 2018 Idea Fair. A 10×10 booth space starts at $725. Applicants must complete the Exhibitor Application with a $100 deposit per booth and a certificate of insurance naming Clark Public Utilities and FSMG/Clark County Event Center as…
Find out more »Bagley Downs Tree Planting Workshop
Celebrate National Arbor Day with Urban Forestry at this special community tree planting in the Bagley Downs neighborhood. Staff will demonstrate how to properly plant a tree and volunteers will then plant nine trees at Healthy Homeland Community Orchard adjacent to the Columbia River Mental Health Services building. No experience necessary. Urban Forestry will provide snacks and water as well as gloves, tools, and guidance. Please come dressed for the weather and wearing sturdy, closed-toe shoes. Meet prior to noon…
Find out more »Admissions 101
This weekly presentation, open to everyone, is designed to answer the most frequently asked questions about WSU Vancouver’s admission process. The Friday meeting is held in the Student Services Center, Room 101. RSVP at studentaffairs.vancouver.wsu.edu/admissions/admissions-101.
Find out more »Terminal 1 Night Market
There’s always something new to discover (and buy!) at the Terminal 1 Night Market from 5 to 10 p.m. at the WareHouse ‘23 event center, 100 Columbia St., Vancouver. The market features over 80 vendors selling one-of-a-kind handcrafted goods and products, plus live music, food and beverages, with free parking available on site. Night Market dates for 2019 are Fridays, Feb. 1, March 22, April 26, May 10, June 7, July 12, Aug. 2, Sept. 6, Oct. 4, and Nov.…
Find out more »Celebración de Mi Gente at Clark College
On Friday, April 26, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., Clark College invites the community to participate in an evening of free, family-friendly activities that celebrate both Latino culture and the value of literacy. “Celebración de Mi Gente: El Día del Niño/El Día del Libro” (“Celebration of My People: Day of the Child/Day of the Book”) is an annual event hosted by the college. It is free and open to the public. It is always held on or near the…
Find out more »Cougs in the Community: Shared Hope International
Revamp the volunteer space at Shared Hope International. Sign up online.
Find out more »Home and Garden Idea Fair Booth Registration
Register now for a booth at the Home and Garden Idea Fair, hosted by Clark County Public Utilities. There are nearly 300 booth spaces available, indoor and outdoor, for exhibits of home and garden services and products. Over 20,000 potential customers attended the 2018 Idea Fair. A 10×10 booth space starts at $725. Applicants must complete the Exhibitor Application with a $100 deposit per booth and a certificate of insurance naming Clark Public Utilities and FSMG/Clark County Event Center as…
Find out more »Home and Garden Idea Fair
Join Clark County Public Utilities for the 28th annual Home and Garden Idea Fair, featuring hundreds of local business with a wide selection of home and garden products and services, indoor landscape displays, vendors from the local farmer's market, fun and free hands-on family activities, and one of Clark County's largest plant sales. Admission is free; guests are encouraged to bring donations of canned food for local food banks or cash donations to Operation Warm Heart. The Exhibition Hall is…
Find out more »Independent Bookstore Day Celebration at Vintage Books
Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day at Vintage Books on from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, April 27. Participate in a “Where’s Maisie?” search and enjoy discounts, drawings, prizes and activities. Vintage Books will also offer exclusive "day-of" merchandise created especially for Independent Bookstore Day by major publishers and authors. These limited edition, one-of-a-kind items will be available only at participating IBD bookstores, including free items, available to customers on a first come, first served basis.
Find out more »Welcome to Medicare
Are you prepared for Medicare? Register to attend a free, informative session explaining Medicare, prescription drug coverage, an advantage plans versus supplement plans.
Find out more »Friends of Three Creeks Community Used Book Sale
The Friends of Three Creeks Community Library will hold a used book sale Saturday, April 27th in the community room of the library, 800 N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver, Washington. Doors open at 10 a.m. for the public, and close at 5 p.m. Hard cover and trade paper books sell for $1; paperbacks for fifty cents. Over 10,000 fiction, non-fiction, children’s books in a wide variety are offered. Proceeds of the sale of these donated books help support special library purchases…
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