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February 2019
STEM Adventure at Kiddie Academy
Kiddie Academy of Vancouver-Fishers Landing, 1920 S.E. 167th Ave., Vancouver, invites local families to share in fun, educational and age-appropriate activities at an indoor STEM Adventures Event at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 23. Activities are based on two themes that combine elements of science, technology, engineering and math in interactive projects that foster learning through play. The event also aims to provide parents with ideas on how to bring STEM education into the home. Activities include: Out of This…
Find out more »Northwest Coast Woodcarving Workshop
Chief Tsungani takes you on a tour of the region’s varying tribal styles and history of mask making along the Northwest Coast. Tsungani will demonstrate the tools of the trade; the D-adz, elbow adz, crooked knives, straight knives, and slant blades, as well as the techniques used to create ceremonial masks, totem poles, rattles, and other wood carvings. This class will endow you with a solid theoretical understanding of Northwest woodcarving from a current master, and is intended for all…
Find out more »Wizard World Portland
Wizard World Portland, Feb. 22-24, brings together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop culture: movies, television, gaming, live entertainment, comics, sci-fi, graphic novels, toys, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Show hours are Friday, Feb. 22, 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $39.99 for Friday, $59.99 for Saturday and $49.99 for Sunday. Three-day admission is $79.99. Kids 10…
Find out more »Spring Felting Workshops at Fort Vancouver Visitor Center
The Friends of Fort Vancouver will offer five spring felting workshops, taught by artist Juneko Martinson. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to experienced, ages 12 and up. Martinson is a featured artist in the Friends' Bookstore and Gallery in the Fort Vancouver Visitor Center (located at 1501 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver). The shop carries a generous selection of her handmade "critters." Martinson raises alpaca and sheep on a small farm in Brush Prairie, and her love of animals finds…
Find out more »The Vancouver Folk Singers sing-along
The Vancouver Folk Singers sing-along. Bring snacks or finger food to share at 1 p.m.and singing will commence around 1:45 p.m. For further information, call Ted at 360-883-3030. Enter parking lot off F Street, left at 27th Street.
Find out more »All Ages Book Swap
Trade used books with others and take home as many items as you bring.
Find out more »All-Ages Book Swap
Trade your used books with others, and take home as many as you bring. Saturday, Feb. 23 from 3 to 5 p.m. at the Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas.
Find out more »Lantern Tours: An Evening at the Fort
Please note: All Fort Vancouver Lantern Tours have been suspended due to the government shutdown. Lantern Tours: An Evening at the Fort take place inside the Fort Vancouver stockade. Participants are treated to historical vignettes in several buildings as a park ranger guides them through the reconstructed fort. These vignettes transport the visitor back in time to exhibit what life was like at Fort Vancouver in the 1840s. The Lantern Tours begin at 7 pm, but visitors must arrive at…
Find out more »Wizard World Portland
Wizard World Portland, Feb. 22-24, brings together thousands of fans of all ages to celebrate the best in pop culture: movies, television, gaming, live entertainment, comics, sci-fi, graphic novels, toys, original art, collectibles, contests and more. Show hours are Friday, Feb. 22, 4 to 9 p.m.; Saturday, Feb. 23, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Feb. 24, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $39.99 for Friday, $59.99 for Saturday and $49.99 for Sunday. Three-day admission is $79.99. Kids 10…
Find out more »Historic Military Saber training at Fort Vancouver
Academia Duellatoria continues it's partnership with the National Park Service at Fort Vancouver. There will be two courses on the use of the military saber according to drill as practiced by the U.S. Dragoons in the third quarter of the 1800s. Class will include saber drill training and history talks over seven Sunday sessions starting Feb. 3 and ending March 17. Classes are taught by Academia Duellatoria instructors in partnership with Fort Vancouver Park Rangers. There will be two classes…
Find out more »Columbia River Chorus
Columbia River Chorus invites all women to Beacock Music hall at Clark College at 7 p.m. on Mondays. Sight reading is not required. For more information, call 360-887-4927.
Find out more »Food & Film Series
The Vancouver Watershed Alliance hosts the monthly Food and Film series at the Vancouver Commuity Library, in which attendees can see a free screening of a documentary film followed by food and discussion. Thanks to a generous discount from Vancouver Pizza Company, free pizza is available at the event, with gluten-free and vegan options. Click here to learn more about the Food and Film series. Food and Film always meets from 6 to 8 p.m. The 2019 schedule so far…
Find out more »Weekly Honeybee Hikes for Preschoolers at Leach Botanical Garden
Bring your preschoolers to Leach Botanical Garden in Portland for a weekly garden exploration. Your little one will look for wildlife, listen to the wind and the creek, touch a thimble-berry leaf, water the Children's Discovery Garden and maybe even eat a raspberry right off the vine. Then pause while our guide reads the group a story before helping the children craft something fun. Each week is different with seasonal themes. Honeybee Hikes happen every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m.…
Find out more »Soundtrack for a Revolution
Attend a free showing of the documentary "Soundtrack for a Revolution," with discussion to follow the film in celebration of Black History Month. This film will get you singing with the powerful music of the American civil rights movement – the freedom songs protesters sang on picket lines, in mass meetings, in paddy wagons and in jail cells as they fought for justice and equality. These songs evolved from slave chants, from the labor movement, and especially from the Black…
Find out more »Belly Dance Class, Level 1
Learn the beautiful art of belly dance in an easy-to-follow class. Level 1 focuses on the foundations of belly dance in a beginner format that builds week to week, and helps improve coordination, musicality and flexibility. These courses are low impact and body positive. Wear comfortable clothing such as yoga attire. Bring water and a hip scarf. All shapes, sizes and skill levels welcome. Visit www.maliachristina.com for more information on the instructor.
Find out more »Camas Municipal Pool Farewell Party
The City of Camas Parks & Recreation Department is throwing a “Thanks for the Memories” gathering to celebrate the 65 years that the Camas Municipal Pool has dutifully served our community. We will honor the pool’s history from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 28, at Scout Hall in Crown Park. Activities will include a community gathering to share pool memories, photo boards, meet and greet with Parks & Recreation staff and Commission, “selfie” areas near the pool with water-themed…
Find out more »Little Learners program at Fort Vancouver
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site's "Little Learners" is a preschooler-friendly exploration of archaeology and history. Led by National Park Service Curator Meagan Huff, Little Learners aims to teach both children and their caregivers about the fascinating stories behind the park's museum collection of archaeological and historic artifacts. Designed for children ages 3 to 6, each program includes a short introductory talk, a story reading, craft or activity, and the chance to see real archaeological and historic artifacts from the park's…
Find out more »March 2019
Washington State Horse Expo
The ninth annual Washington State Horse Expo dashes back to the Clark County Event Center on March 1, 2 and 3. If you love horses, come experience live demonstrations, seminars, an expansive marketplace, the Friday Night Youth Showcase, the Saturday Night Extravaganza and more. This is the one of the top equine events in the Northwest that attracts thousands of horse enthusiasts from all over the western United States. The expo features national experts, first-class entertainment, premier vendors, plenty of…
Find out more »Rocksolid Community Teen Center’s Annual Lucky Shamrock Auction
Rocksolid Community Teen Center will be holding their 18th annual auction Friday, March 1. After selling out two years in a row and meeting maximum capacity at Battle Ground Community Center, the auction has moved to its new location, WareHouse '23. Doors open at 5 p.m. The Lucky Shamrock Auction will include a live and silent auction, raffles, games and a mobile photo booth. Tickets are $65 each and available at www.rocksolid-teen.com. Tables seat 10. Guests are encouraged to note…
Find out more »Washington State Horse Expo
The ninth annual Washington State Horse Expo dashes back to the Clark County Event Center on March 1, 2 and 3. If you love horses, come experience live demonstrations, seminars, an expansive marketplace, the Friday Night Youth Showcase, the Saturday Night Extravaganza and more. This is the one of the top equine events in the Northwest that attracts thousands of horse enthusiasts from all over the western United States. The expo features national experts, first-class entertainment, premier vendors, plenty of…
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