Dementia Friends Clark County – Memory Cafe

Dementia Friends Clark County will host a cozy and welcoming gathering at Memory Cafe, 10 a.m. to noon Oct. 23 at Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. This event […]

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Meaningful Movies Presents “Suppressed and Sabotaged”

Old Liberty Theater 115 N Main Street, Ridgefield, WA, United States

Meaningful Movies Ridgefield presents a free showing of the 30-minute documentary, "Suppressed and Sabotaged," at 6 p.m. Oct. 23 at the Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. The […]

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Wildfire Preparedness Workshop

Clark-Cowlitz Fire Station #26 21609 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground, United States

Clark Conservation District will host a Wildfire Preparedness Workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Oct. 24 at Clark-Cowlitz Fire Station #26, 21609 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. Attendees will learn how to protect themselves from the threat of wildfires. The event includes presentations and a question-and-answer session with experts from Clark Conservation District, the Washington […]

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Clark County Planning Commission Hearing

Clark County Public Service Center 1300 Franklin Street, 6th floor, room 679, Vancouver, United States

The Clark County Planning Commission will host a hearing on Nov. 7. The purpose of the hearing is for the Planning Commission to take public testimony and make a recommendation to County Council on proposed alternatives for the environmental review needed to update the county’s Comprehensive Growth Management plan. Planning Commission hearings are held in […]

Volunteers needed for Flora and Fauna Friday at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Park

LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park N.E. LeRoy Haagen Memorial Drive, Vancouver, WA, United States

The city of Vancouver’s Volunteer Programs and Naturespaces will host Flora and Fauna Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 25 at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park, N.E. Ninth St., Vancouver. Flora and Fauna Fridays (Fridays through mid-December). Training, gloves, tools, water and snacks will be provided. Volunteers should dress for the weather and […]

Blood Drive at Port of Camas-Washougal

Port of Camas-Washougal 24 S. A St., Washougal, WA, United States

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.

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Courageous Conversations: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health

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

NAACP Vancouver hosts "Courageous Conversations: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health," featuring a candid conversation with Antonio Salazar-Hobson, author, lawyer and mental health advocate, at Clark College's Gaiser Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way. Doors open at 12:30 p.m. on Oct. 25 and the program begins at 1 p.m., followed by a book signing and reception […]

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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.

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