Make a Difference Day Tree Planting in Vancouver

Burnt Bridge Creek, NE 18th Court – Near the West entrance of Arnold Park. NE 18th Court – Near the West entrance of Arnold Park., Vancouver, United States

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer tree-planting event from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 26 at Burnt Bridge Creek, starting at N.E. 18th Court, Vancouver (near the west entrance of Arnold Park). Volunteers should wear long pants, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Volunteers should bring their own water and […]

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Watershed Alliance Volunteer Planting Events

Various locations around Clark County WA, United States

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for planting events around Clark County from 9 to noon on Saturdays in October and November. Register at thewatershedalliance.org. The dates and locations are below. Oct. 26: Burnt Bridge Creek, Vancouver Nov. 2: Horn's Corner, Ridgefield Nov. 9: Camas Nov. 16: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Campus, Camas Nov. […]

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Columbia River Economic Development Council Innovation Expo

The VIC (Vancouver Innovation Center) 18110 S.E. 34th St., Vancouver, WA, United States

Columbia River Economic Development Council will host the Innovation Expo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Vancouver Innovation Center. Attendees can explore exhibits showcasing sustainable and inventive solutions from local businesses. Learn about cutting-edge technology and innovative STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) projects. Admission is free. Learn more at credc.org. […]

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Drive-through Drug Take-back Events

Various locations around Clark County WA, United States

Community substance misuse prevention coalitions, law enforcement agencies and medical providers in Southwest Washington are collaborating to host drive‐thru drug take‐back events at five different locations across Clark County from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 26. Community members are encouraged to bring their unused and expired prescriptions and over‐the‐counter medications for safe, free disposal to […]

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Vancouver Bee Project: Free Native Plant and Seed Library

River City Church 2400 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

The Vancouver Bee Project presents the Native Plant and Seed Library from noon to 3 p.m. Oct. 27 and Nov. 10 behind River City Church, 2400 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Attendees can take home free native plants and seeds that provide food for native pollinators and get information about native habitat resources. Learn more […]

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Burgerville Night for Homeless Youth

The Heights Burgerville 7401 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, United States

Buy dinner at the Heights Burgerville, 7401 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 27, Mention your support for Oakbridge Youth Shelter and 20% of sales will be donated to this homeless youth shelter, which provides 24/7 temporary shelter, school support and family support for youth 9-17 years old. Learn more […]

Event Series Free Tax Preparation – VITA

Free Tax Preparation – VITA

Three Creeks Community Library 800 N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver, WA, United States

Ren Locus will offer free income tax return preparation at Three Creeks Library, 800-C N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver, from 12:30 to 4 p.m. Mondays through Oct. 28 (except July 8 and Sept. 2). Ren Locus offers this service to qualified people in Southwest Washington through the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. Qualified individuals make […]

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Vancouver Public Schools: Dedication and Open House for Ruth Bader Ginsburg Elementary

Ruth Bader Ginsburg Elementary 8408 NE 25th Ave, Vancouver, WA, United States

Vancouver Public Schools will host a dedication and open house from 6 to 7 p.m. Oct.29 for Ruth Bader Ginsburg Elementary, 8408 N.E. 25th Ave., Vancouver, the district's first fully dual-language English/Spanish choice school. Made possible by a 2017 voter-approved bond, Ruth Bader Ginsburg Elementary teaches students to become bilingual, biliterate and bicultural. Hear from […]

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Free Screening of “UnCharitable”

Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, United States

The Clark County premiere of UnCharitable—a documentary exploring how Americans give—is screening at Clark College Oct. 30. Organizers hope the free event sparks conversations around the future of charitable giving in southwest Washington. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. for the event, which includes a panel discussion moderated by Jennifer Rhoads, president of The Firstenburg Foundation. Panelists […]

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UnCharitable: A documentary and dialogue event

Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, United States

The Community Foundation for Southwest Washington will host a free showing of "UnCharitable," a documentary exploring societal perceptions and financial models that have stifled nonprofits' ability to achieve their missions. The screening at Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, will be followed by discussion among a panel of philanthropic funders and representatives from local […]

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American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14 Holiday Artisan Market

American Legion Post 14 4607 NE Saint James Road, Vancouver, WA, United States

American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14 Holiday Artisan Market is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2 at 4607 N.E. St. James Road, Vancouver. Find many vendors with handcrafted gifts plus a baked goods sale. Proceeds support veterans and their families. For more details, call 360-696-2579.

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Tree Planting in Ridgefield

4300 S Settler Dr 4300 S Settler Dr, Ridgefield, United States

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer tree planting at Horn's Corner, 4300 S. Settler Drive, Ridgefield, from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 2. Volunteers should wear long pants, rainboots or waterproof shoes and bring their own snacks and water. Learn more at thewatershedalliance.org.

free

Watershed Alliance Volunteer Planting Events

Various locations around Clark County WA, United States

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for planting events around Clark County from 9 to noon on Saturdays in October and November. Register at thewatershedalliance.org. The dates and locations are below. Oct. 26: Burnt Bridge Creek, Vancouver Nov. 2: Horn's Corner, Ridgefield Nov. 9: Camas Nov. 16: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Campus, Camas Nov. […]

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American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14 Holiday Artisan Market

American Legion Post 14 4607 NE Saint James Road, Vancouver, WA, United States

American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14 Holiday Artisan Market is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 1 and 2 at 4607 N.E. St. James Road, Vancouver. Find many vendors with handcrafted gifts plus a baked goods sale. Proceeds support veterans and their families. For more details, call 360-696-2579.

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“Come Serve With Me” Community Volunteer Fair

Seton Catholic High School 811 N.E. 112th Ave., Vancouver, WA, United States

The "Come Serve With Me" Community Volunteer Fair is 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 2 at Seton Catholic High School, 9000 N.E. 64th Ave., Vancouver. Local nonprofit organizations will offer information about their work and volunteer needs. Attendees can meet representatives and determine which organizations might be a good fit. The family-friendly event will also include […]

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IDEAfest 2024

Hudson's Bay High School 3528, 1601 E McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

IDEAfest 2024, Vancouver's annual one-day gathering of innovators, thinkers, creatives, and makers, will be held in the Hudsons Bay High School Commons from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 4. The theme for this year is "Rooted in Love… Nurtured by CommUNITY."  Tickets are $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Purchase tickets at […]

King’s Way Christian School Veterans Assembly

King's Way Christian School 3606 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, United States

King’s Way Christian School, 3606 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, will host two Veterans Day assemblies in the sanctuary at 8:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Nov. 6 in honor of local veterans, who are invited to attend. A reception will follow the 8:30 a.m. assembly. RSVP by contacting Marla Riley at 360-816-1509 or marlariley@kwcs.org.

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Clark County Prayer Breakfast

Vancouver Hilton Conference Center 301 W 6th Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

The 23rd annual Clark County Prayer Breakfast is 7 to 9 a.m. Nov. 7 at the Hilton Vancouver, 301 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Up to 900 attendees will gather to hear Camas resident and former astronaut Colonel Jeffrey Williams (USA Ret.). This event with food, music, prayer and worship is for anyone in leadership, including […]

$45

Community Open House for New Mount Vista Neighborhood Park

Vancouver iTech Preparatory 16100 NE 50th Ave., Vancouver, WA, United States

The Parks division of Clark County Public Works invites residents to an open house to view three draft concepts for a new neighborhood park in the cafeteria of iTech Preparatory School, 16100 N.E. 50th Ave., from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 7. The property becoming a new neighborhood park is located along Northeast 27th Avenue […]