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February 2020
Commission on Aging
Clark County is seeking applicants for three positions on its Commission on Aging. The commission manages and implements the county’s Aging Readiness Plan and fosters countywide awareness, dialogue and insight into challenges and opportunities for residents of all ages, incomes and abilities. The terms would be three-years beginning June 1 and continuing through May 31, 2023. Residents living anywhere in Clark County may apply. The county is looking for people with an interest in issues and advocacy for older adults…
Find out more »PeaceHealth Union Station Clinic open house
PeaceHealth is hosting a public open house and dedication of its newly opened primary care and walk-in clinic in Camas. The public is invited to attend, meet the health care team, tour the clinic, and enjoy refreshments. Clinic appointments are available through online scheduling or on a walk-in basis. More information about the clinic and open house is available at www.peacehealth.org/unionstation. PeaceHealth, based in Vancouver, is a nonprofit Catholic health system offering care to communities in Washington, Oregon and Alaska.
Find out more »Free Event Allows Residents to Explore Historical Trash
The garbage a community leaves behind tells a story — often saying more about the people than the items they keep. Clark County residents are invited to learn more about the stories told by waste, including historical trash unearthed at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, at a free event at 6 p.m. Feb. 28 at Vancouver Community Library Columbia Room, 901 C St. The event will kick off the annual WasteBusters challenge — a 20-day competition to reduce waste and…
Find out more »11th annual OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education nominations
The 11th annual OnPoint Prize for Excellence in Education by OnPoint Community Credit Union will award up to $100,000 this year to outstanding public or private K-12 teachers and schools, including paying the mortgage of the two winning teachers for one full year. The nomination period closes on April 14. Information and nomination forms are available at www.onpointprize.com. Applicants must be a full-time or job-share classroom teacher, counselor or librarian of grades K-12 in an accredited public, private or charter…
Find out more »Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club Open House and Show
See model trains operating through landmarks from Portland to Pasco along the Columbia River on the Northwest's largest model train layout from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 29 and March 1 at the Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club, 2505 N. Vancouver in Portland (cross street Russell). These open houses are an outreach to the community, to engage people of all ages in both model and real trains — as entertainment and a hobby, but also as a way to…
Find out more »Winter Nature Days at Columbia Springs
Join on the last Saturday of the month as our Visitor Center transforms into a series of interactive activities. In February, explore the seeds and flowers of the Pacific Northwest. In March, delve into bird identification and habitat, giving the chance to leave with a pinecone bird feeder. In April, learn about the salmon life cycle and visit with baby salmon. Also explore Columbia Springs further during Family Nature Days from May to August (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.). These…
Find out more »Family Nature Days at Columbia Springs
Columbia Springs hosts Family Nature Days from noon to 2 p.m. on the last Saturday of every month. Winter Nature Days — Jan. 25, Feb. 29, March 28, and April 25 — will feature indoor activities in the Visitor Center. In February, explore the seeds and flowers of the Pacific Northwest. In March, delve into bird identification and habitat and leave with your own pinecone bird feeder. In April, learn about the salmon life cycle and visit with baby salmon.…
Find out more »Washington Beer Open House
The 10th Annual Washington Beer Open House is from noon to 5 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, when 107 Washington breweries will open their doors, allowing craft beer lovers a chance to look behind the scenes at some of Washington's most innovative breweries, talk to the brewers themselves, discover new breweries, try unique craft beer creations, and meet some new craft beer loving friends. Participating breweries will have a wide range of things going on during the five hour open house including…
Find out more »Meet and Greet with Donna Sinclair in Salmon Creek
Meet Donna Sinclair, democratic nominee for State Representative in the 18th Legislative District in Position 2. Learn about her race and ask her questions.
Find out more »McLoughlin Middle School closing event
Current and former students, parents, staff members, administrators and community members are invited to say goodbye to the school, which has served the community since 1956. Explore the history of the school through a memorabilia display, enjoy refreshments and roam the halls one last time. Current McLoughlin students and staff members will finish the year in their new school beginning after spring break, located nearby on the same site.
Find out more »George C. Marshall Elementary school closing event
Current and former students, parents, staff members, administrators and community members are invited to say goodbye to the school building, which has served the community since 1962. Current Marshall students and staff members will finish the year at their new school after spring break, located nearby on the same site.
Find out more »Loving them Forward presents Caring for the Caregiver
Join for a day of celebrating and appreciating the people who work to support our loved ones. Listen to speakers and enjoy pamper time. Get a massage, facial, manicure or hair done. There will be door prizes, appetizers and desserts. Special guest speakers include City of Vancouver Mayor Anne McEnerny-Ogle; speaker Elizabeth Leigh-Bradley; and a special performance by the Comedy Sports Team. For more information, visit www.lovingthemforward.org.
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Lantern Tours at Fort Vancouver Highlight History After Dark
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site is pleased to announce upcoming dates for the 2019-2020 Lantern Tour program. These popular guided tours lead participants on an after-dark experience through either the reconstructed Fort Vancouver or the historic Vancouver Barracks. "Lantern Tours: An Evening at the Fort" take place inside the Fort Vancouver stockade. Participants are treated to historical vignettes in several buildings as a park ranger guide them through the reconstructed fort. These vignettes transport the visitor back in time to…
Find out more »March 2020
ESD 112 nominations for Teacher of the Year
Nominations are now being accepted for ESD 112’s 2021 Teacher of the Year award. The award is presented to an exceptional teacher in Southwest Washington every year. The winner of the regional award will proceed to the prestigious Washington State Teacher of the Year competition in September. Teacher of the Year Selection Criteria: • The teacher has the respect of their community. • The teacher is knowledgeable in their field and guides students of all backgrounds and abilities to achieve…
Find out more »Sons of Norway brunch
Norwegian pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage and beverage. The public is welcome. For more information, call 360-695-8721.
Find out more »Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club Open House and Show
See model trains operating through landmarks from Portland to Pasco along the Columbia River on the Northwest's largest model train layout from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Feb. 29 and March 1 at the Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club, 2505 N. Vancouver in Portland (cross street Russell). These open houses are an outreach to the community, to engage people of all ages in both model and real trains — as entertainment and a hobby, but also as a way to…
Find out more »Board Game Afternoon at Covington House
The historic Covington House in Vancouver is hosting a Board Game Afternoon from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. March 1 at 4201 Main St., Vancouver. Adults and children ages 7 and up are welcome. Enjoy complimentary cookies and bottled water. It is free to attend. Guests are encouraged to bring a donation of a nonperishable food item for the Clark County Food Bank. Bring a board game and a few friends. If you don't have a board game to bring,…
Find out more »Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Scholarship Applications
The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington opened applications for its 2020 scholarship program. The Community Foundation manages 68 scholarship funds that have been established by donors, organizations and businesses. They support students at various levels of education and within specific fields of study, such as the arts or engineering. Deadlines for applications vary by scholarship, with a majority closing on March 31. Students interested in learning more and applying can visit www.cfsww.org/how-we-grant/scholarships.
Find out more »Commission on Aging
Clark County is seeking applicants for three positions on its Commission on Aging. The commission manages and implements the county’s Aging Readiness Plan and fosters countywide awareness, dialogue and insight into challenges and opportunities for residents of all ages, incomes and abilities. The terms would be three-years beginning June 1 and continuing through May 31, 2023. Residents living anywhere in Clark County may apply. The county is looking for people with an interest in issues and advocacy for older adults…
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