Botanical artist Scott Stapleton will offere a Botanical Art Workshop at the Camas Public Library from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. July 16. Participants are encouraged to bring any botanical-related projects they are working on for the group to discuss together. This event is intended for adults only. Registration is required at CamasPL.org/botanical or at 360-834-4692.
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.
A Livestock Manure Composting and Land Stewardship Tour will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. July 17. Attendees will learn new tips and techniques for composting that can: reduce pile size, create a valuable soil amendment, reduce pests, and keep our water clean. This workshop will cover manure composting practices, whether you have your […]
The Camas Public Library will present a beloved-author-themed event on July 18 from 5 to 7 p.m. Teens in grades 6-12 will celebrate Jenny Han’s beloved series with a summer-themed event. Make friendship bracelets, test your knowledge with trivia, and customize a T-shirt or tote bag with vinyl to show off whether you're Team Conrad, […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a Litter Cleanup at Frenchman’s Bar from 9 to 11:30 a.m. July 19. Volunteers should meet at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park, 9612 N.W. Lower River Rd., Vancouver. Volunteers should dress for the weather with closed-toe shoes and bring their own snacks and water. Register at thewatershedalliance.org/events/.
The Hockinson Blueberry Festival is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 19 at the Hockinson Community Center, showcasing the community’s blueberry farms and small businesses. Attendees can purchase fresh blueberries and meet the farmers who grow them. The event includes fresh blueberry sales, blueberry pie baking and pie eating contests and a vendor market. Visitors […]
The Camas Public Library will host a Chess Club everything third Saturday of the month starting at 2 p.m. People of all ages and skillsets welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chess sets and boards, but some will be provided. Register at camaspl.org/CHESSCLUB.
LiveWell Camas is offering kids' full-day summer camps at Get To-Gather Farm, 1913 S.E. 303rd Ave., Washougal, with nine weekly sessions starting June 23. Kids will enjoy movement, mindfulness, creativity and connection at this summer camp which blends yoga, art and nature. Hours are 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., with aftercare available until 5 p.m. Each week […]
Veterans can meet local employers at WorkSource’s hiring event from 10 a.m. to noon July 23 at Clark College, 19 Fort Vancouver Way, Room PUB116, Vancouver. Candidates should dress for a job interview, bring resumes and be prepared to meet and interview with hiring managers. Job seekers are encouraged to open a free account on […]
The Camas Public Library invites Teens to titillate their taste buds at a food workshop on July 23 11 to 11:45 a.m. Teens in grades 6-12 will participate in numerous taste tests to discover new, delicious foods and flavors. Registration is required. You can register at camaspl.org/TASTETHERAINBOW, or by calling 360-834-4692.
HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Wildlife Refuge" from 1 to 3 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of every month at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. Participants will enjoy naturalist-led activities to explore nature and see local wildlife. Participants should bring cameras or binoculars for bird-watching. Admission is free but register at eventbrite.com/e/meet-me-at-the-wildlife-refuge-tickets-901756266267 […]
HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Theatre" at 1 p.m. July 25 at Metropolitan Performing Arts, 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA. Metropolitan Performing Arts welcomes the HOPE Dementia Support community for a magical, sensory-friendly dress rehearsal of Mary Poppins. Crafted especially for PLWD and their care partners, this thoughtful performance offers […]
Hot Summer Nights and Movies in the Park events are held on Friday Nights from July 11 to Aug. 8 at Horseshoe Lake Park. Enjoy movies, music, vendors and more! Event begins at 5 p.m., live music begins at 6 p.m., movies begin at dusk. Each night has a theme and they are as follows: […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a Litter Cleanup and Kids' Kite Flying Day at Frenchman’s Bar from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 26. Volunteers and kite-flyers should meet at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park, 9612 N.W. Lower River Rd., Vancouver. Litter clean-up is 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. and kite decorating and flying is […]
In 1924, if your family couldn’t pay its bills, you might have been sent to “the poor farm.” Clark County's "poor farm" is now the 78th Street Heritage Farm, founded in 1865 and placed on the Washington Historic Register in 2012. Join a WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener for a guided tour of the […]
WSU Extension volunteers will be offering free canning gauge testing through Sept. 30 at various locations in Clark County. To have a gauge tested, bring the lid and gauge attached. If you own an All American canner, remove the gauge for testing. For the complete schedule, go to tinyurl.com/ClarkCountyGaugeTesting-2025. For more details, call 564-397-5733.
Join the Vancouver Bee Project for a Bee Walk at the Downs Neighborhood Park starting at noon July 26. This guided walk is a fun, family-friendly way to explore the park and learn about the amazing native bees that live right here in our neighborhoods. This will be an engaging and educational tour highlighting native […]
The historic Zener House, now home to the La Center Community Library, will be recognized with the installation of an interpretive plaque during a public dedication at 1 p.m. July 26 at the library, 1411 N.E. Lockwood Creek Rd., La Center. The plaque celebrates the important legacy of the Zener House and its significance to […]
LiveWell Camas is offering kids' full-day summer camps at Get To-Gather Farm, 1913 S.E. 303rd Ave., Washougal, with nine weekly sessions starting June 23. Kids will enjoy movement, mindfulness, creativity and connection at this summer camp which blends yoga, art and nature. Hours are 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., with aftercare available until 5 p.m. Each week […]