The Gathering Place will host a Cancer Awareness Luncheon from 1-3 p.m. Oct. 11 featuring speakers from Pink Lemonade and the community, raffles, food, cancer resources and support. Free tickets are available through Eventbrite.
Pomeroy Farm will offer a Homeschool Open House, "Children's Work and Play on a Pre-Electric Farm," from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 15, for homeschool, school co-op and family groups of fewer than 20 students. This program is designed for preschoolers through second graders. Kids will enjoy a tractor-pulled hayride through the farm’s Pumpkin Lane […]
The Camas Public Library will offer Tummy Time from 3:30-4:45 p.m. June 18 for babies under 18 months. Register at CamasPL.org/tummytime or call 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.
Volunteers will pull invasive English ivy from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 18 at Abrams Park, 400 Abrams Park Road, Ridgefield. Park in the main parking lot at Abrams Park. Wear long pants, sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Bring snacks and water. This is a physically demanding event. Register at secure.lglforms.com/form_engine/s/uW7lePhOby0oJxjC-NQCZQ.
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.
HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Art Studio" from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month at Drip Drop Art Studio, 420 W. Eighth […]
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 […]
Washington State University Vancouver will host four free "A-Z of Paying for College" workshops for prospective and current college students, regardless of the college they choose to attend. Learn how to make the cost of college manageable with grants, loans, savings, scholarships and work. Find out which money is free, which needs to be paid […]
On Make a Difference Day, Oct. 25, the Watershed Alliance will host an ivy pull at Marine Park, 4501 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Wear long pants, closed-toed shoes and dress for the weather. Bring snacks and water. This event is physically demanding. Poison oak is known to be in the […]
At 6:30 p.m. Oct. 28, HOPE Dementia Support will host a free Zoom seminar, “The Mysteries of the Dementia Brain,” with neuropathologist Randall Woltjer of the OHSU Brain Institute. Woltjer will share insights from years of research into how dementia affects the brain. Register at us02web.zoom.us/webinar or call HOPE Dementia Support at 360-513-5754.
PeaceHealth Hope Bereavement Services is offering a Newly Bereaved Workshop at 5400 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver, on the building's lower level. This single-session workshop is a starting point to understanding one's journey through grief. Adults grieving the death of a loved one within the last 13 months are invited to learn what may be expected during […]
Join Columbia Play Project for a few hours of exploratory play at Fourth Plain Community Commons on Sept. 7. Event held from 1 to 4 p.m. Designed for children ages 0-12 and their caregivers, everyone can find something fun to explore with the STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Math) theme.
Windermere Real Estate is hosting its annual Share the Warmth campaign, collecting donations from Nov. 3 through Dec. 19. Donations will go on to benefit Share House, this year the organization is asking for new or gently used blankets, jackets and coats in all sizes. Those who wish to contribute can stop by participating Windermere […]
Anime Wonder Fest, coming to Ridgefield Nov. 15-16, will host a local Community Hero Food Drive to support the Ridgefield Family Resource Center in response to the loss of SNAP benefits. Donate 10 or more non-perishable food items listed below to the Ridgefield Family Resource Center, take a selfie at drop-off and show it to […]
Battle Ground Public Schools will host a free College and Career Fair from 5-7 p.m. Nov. 3 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver. The public is invited to learn about apprenticeship programs, trade schools, military branches and colleges. There will also be a financial aid workshop from 4-5 p.m. in the library. […]
The Clark College Veterans Center of Excellence invites the community to the Veterans and Students Career and Resource Fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 4 at Clark College Gaiser Student Center. The fair is designed to connect military-connected students, their family members, Clark College students, and community members with organizations offering employment, internships and supportive […]
PeaceHealth Hope Bereavement Services is offering a Newly Bereaved Workshop at 5400 MacArthur Blvd., Vancouver, on the building's lower level. This single-session workshop is a starting point to understanding one's journey through grief. Adults grieving the death of a loved one within the last 13 months are invited to learn what may be expected during […]
Anime Wonder Fest, coming to Ridgefield Nov. 15-16, will host a local Community Hero Food Drive to support the Ridgefield Family Resource Center in response to the loss of SNAP benefits. Donate 10 or more non-perishable food items listed below to the Ridgefield Family Resource Center, take a selfie at drop-off and show it to […]