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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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. […]
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.
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.
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 […]
Columbia Play Project provides exploratory play activities for the whole family from 9-12 on Mondays at Fourth Plain Community Commons. Activities focus on science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math.
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, 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.
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 […]
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 […]
Discovery Dental will host a Veteran’s Day event from 8 to noon Nov. 8 at 2530 E St., Washougal. Veterans with a military ID card or DD214 can receive one free dental treatment such as cleaning, filling or extraction. Services are by appointment or walk-in. To make an appointment, call 360-835-2193. Learn more at discoverydentistry.com.
Friends of Trees is offering crew leader training from 8:45 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nov. 9. The training will enable crew leaders to help public volunteers plant trees. Crew leaders will leave four Saturday morning events from November through April at various sites across Vancouver. The training includes a free lunch and free t-shirt. Register […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer tree planting from 9 am. to noon Nov. 9 near Northeast Everett Street and Northeast 39th Avenue in Camas. Volunteers should bring their own snacks and water and wear long pangs and closed-toe shoes. A Spanish translator will be available at this event. Learn more […]
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. […]
Volunteers with green thumbs are invited to participate in the Second Saturday Work Party from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 9 at Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. This month, volunteers will work on steps and in the rose garden. Refreshments will follow. Learn more at ejaneweberarboretum.org.
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 […]
Hillcrest Nazarene, 14410 N.W. 21st Ave., Vancouver, is hosting a special veterans' service at 3 p.m. Nov. 10. Pastor Daniel Ketchum will lead the service. Pastors will have the opportunity […]
Columbia Play Project provides exploratory play activities for the whole family from 9-12 on Mondays at Fourth Plain Community Commons. Activities focus on science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math.
The Oregon Zoo will offer free admission from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Nov. 11 for military members, veterans and their families. Complimentary admission includes up to three tickets […]
Volunteers are needed to help with a restoration planting project from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 11 at Bosco Farm Neighborhood Park, 3601 N.E. 39th St. in Vancouver. […]
The Historic Trust will honor veterans and military history during the Lough Legacy Veterans Day Parade from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Nov. 11 at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. […]
In honor of Veterans Day, The American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14, Sons of the American Legion Squadron 14 and American Legion Auxiliary Unit 14 will serve potato soup, ham sandwiches […]
All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting of the Community Benefits Advisory Group, held from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Nov. 14. Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. […]
All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting for the Community Advisory Group, held from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 14. Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. The […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will be hosting a discussion session for a statewide Climate Action Plan currently in development. Held at Fort Vancouver Regional Library’s downtown branch starting at 5 p.m. Nov. 14. The event will allow community members to share their opinions about what should be included in the plan. Representatives from […]
All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting of the Bi-State Tolling Subcommittee, held from 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 15. Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. The […]
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. […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for an invasive English ivy pull from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 16, in partnership with the Ridgefield Garden Club. Volunteers should come to Abrams Park, 400 Abrams Park Road, Ridgefield, wear long pants and sturdy shoes and bring their own snacks and water. A Spanish translator […]
The Candlelight Vigil for Tristan Huang is 5:30 p.m. Nov. 16 at Wintler Community Park, 6400 Beach Drive, Vancouver. Huang was reported missing on Sept. 14. He was seen on […]
Columbia Play Project provides exploratory play activities for the whole family from 9-12 on Mondays at Fourth Plain Community Commons. Activities focus on science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math.
All who are interested in the bi-state Interstate Bridge Replacement program may participate in this virtual public meeting for the Equity Advisory Group, held from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18. Community members may publicly comment toward the end of the meeting and may also submit comments in advance of or following the meeting. The […]
Dementia Friends Clark County will host a cozy and welcoming Memory Cafe, 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 19 at Cameo Cafe, 7703 N.E. 72nd Ave., Vancouver. This event is for those living with memory loss and their caregivers to socialize and enjoy refreshments. Admission is free but RSVP at eventbrite.com/e/a-memory-cafe-tickets-1069603415609.
HOPE Dementia Support is hosting a presentation on grief, loss and dementia via Zoom from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 19. Colleen Storey of PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Bereavement will discuss the challenges of maintaining joy during the holidays that have been altered by dementia. Register at hopedementiasupport.org or call HOPE Dementia Support at 360-513-5754.
In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the public is invited to join PeaceHealth Southwest for a Mega Lungs Open House from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 20 in the Firstenburg Tower Lobby. Guests can step inside a human lung model and learn more about lung health, specifically lung cancer. Meet the PeaceHealth care […]
Job seekers can meet local employers at WorkSource’s hiring event from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 20 at 204 S.E. Stonemill Drive, Suite 215, Vancouver. Veterans can enter early, at 9:30 a.m. Candidates should dress for job interviews, bring resumes and be prepared to meet with hiring managers. To prepare for the event, job seekers […]
Vancouver Public Schools is hosting a Classified Job Fair from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 20 at the Bates Center for Educational Leadership, 2921 Falk Road, Vancouver. Multiple paraeducator positions are open and hiring starts right away. Applicants should be high school graduates, bring resumes and pass a literacy test. Training will be provided if […]
The Clark County Commission on Aging will wrap up its 2024 workplan on Nov. 20. The meeting will include discussion about the 2025 workplan and a proposed comment letter about upcoming housing code changes. The Commission will celebrate 2024 by presenting the 2024 Silver Citizen Award to recipients Bev Jones and Larry Smith. Commission on […]
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 […]
The Civil Service Commission meeting is 3 to 5 p.m. every third Thursday. Commissioners typically certify backgrounds, eligibility lists and meeting minutes. The commission also addresses any other business brought forward for their consideration. Check agenda for details and link to Microsoft Teams at clark.wa.gov/human-resources/civil-service-commission.
Enjoy views of the Columbia River from the Port of Camas-Washougal's conference room as you donate blood. Blood drives are scheduled at the port, 24 S. A St., Washougal, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 22 and Dec. 20. Schedule a time at redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=Washougal.
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 […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for a planting in Washougal from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 23 at Washougal City Hall, 1701 C St., Washougal. Volunteers should […]
Columbia Play Project provides exploratory play activities for the whole family from 9-12 on Mondays at Fourth Plain Community Commons. Activities focus on science, technology, reading, engineering, art and math.
Vancouver City Council will hold its next council community forum from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 25 at Evergreen Public Schools Administrative Service Center, 13413 N.E. LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive. […]
