The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is hosting a spring open house from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 27 and 28 at 3505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. The event offers previews of the club's layout for its holiday open house in November and December. VIP tours start at 8:30 a.m. both days. Onsite parking […]
NatureScaping of S.W. Washington Wildlife Botanical Gardens will host a Bare Root Trees, Shrubs, and Perennials Sale west of the CASEE Center, 11000 N.E. 149th St. in Brush Prairie, open […]
Columbia Play Project is hosting a craft day at 10 a.m. April 28 at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver, near the playground. Participants will make a springtime planter with […]
Love in the City Christian Singles & Couples Conference is April 26-28 at Unity Family Church, 16210 N.E. 20th St., Vancouver. The conference, the first of its kind in the area, features speakers offering insights on building relationships; workshops covering life skills; networking sessions; and social activities. The schedule is as follows: Mixer and open […]
Join The Columbian on May 2 at The Kiggins Theatre in downtown Vancouver for the Pacific Northwest premiere of "Stripped for Parts: American Journalism on the Brink." The screening will include a conversation with Oscar nominated filmmaker Rick Goldsmith.
Take a free guided tour of the 78th Street Heritage Farm from 6 to 7:30 p.m. May 2 at 1919 NE 78th St. in the Hazel Dell area of Vancouver. Stroll the property with a knowledgeable docent and learn about the property's history and its role in horticulture education, agricultural research, food security and community […]
The Cedar Creek Grist Mill, one of the only remaining water-powered grist mills in the United States, is hosting Strawberry Shortcake Day from 1 to 4 p.m. June 29 at 43907 N.E. Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Enjoy whole wheat shortcake from flour milled on-site, topped by fresh, local strawberries and whipped cream. Admission and shortcake […]
The West Columbia Gorge Humane Society offers an open house on the first Friday of every month from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The dog and cat shelters at 2675 Index St., Washougal, will be open to the public and no appointment is needed. Attendees can visit with adoptable dogs and cats, meet humane society […]
Downtown Camas is hosting “Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure” from 5 to 8 p.m. First Friday, May 3, along Fourth Avenue and downtown cross-streets. Attendees can enjoy free games, crafts, treats and activities while taking advantage of after-hours shopping, dining and art shows. Participants can pick up a First Friday Passport and Activity List at the […]
Vancouver's Downtown Association hosts a First Friday Art Walk on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. Explore downtown Vancouver's many art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and bars. Galleries and shops will be open late and many galleries host opening receptions on First Friday where visitors can meet the artists and enjoy […]
North Clark Historical Museum will host a First Friday Open Music Night from 6 to 7 p.m. May 3. Sign-ups begin at 6 p.m. and music begins at 7 p.m.
St. Luke's-San Lucas Episcopal Church offers Jazz Vespers from 6 to 8 p.m. May 3 at 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The evening vespers service features music by the Mike Horsfall Trio with guest Pete Petersen on tenor saxophone.
The Camas Public Library hosts Family Storytime from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for children aged 2 to 5 featuring a 30-minute storytime followed by a craft. Adults must accompany children. Registration is required at CamasPL.org/FamilyStorytime.
The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, will host "Unsolved," a mystery-solving afternoon for adults who like mysteries. Gather a group of armchair detectives to solve this case from 1 to 5 p.m. May 4. Participants will get witness statements, maps, suspect files and other pieces of evidence. Groups of up to six […]
The Sons of Norway will host Sunday brunches from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 5 and June 2 at 2400 Grant St., Vancouver. The $10 brunch features all-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice, coffee and lingonberries. Packages of lefse will be available to buy for $10.
Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, will offer Homeschool Open Houses from 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. May 8 and 24 so that homeschooled children can experience "Children's Work and Play on a Pre-electric Farm," a self-guided, hour-and-a-half program suited for second through fifth graders. Students will participate in the chores and play […]
The Camas Public Library is offering a used book sale from May 9-12 at 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 9-11 and noon to 4 p.m. May 12. On May 12 only, attendees will be able to fill a shopping bag with as many books as they can […]
The next Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic Night features Lightship Press author Ken Yoshikawa at 7 p.m. May 9 at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. There's a suggestion donation of $5 to attend. Donations can be made in person or through Christopher Luna’s PayPal account (christopherjluna@gmail.com). Include a memo stating that […]
The Camas Public Library is offering a used book sale from May 9-12 at 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 9-11 and noon […]
Enjoy a Mother's Day brunch and artisan market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11 at Manor Grange, 17901 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. A light brunch will be offered by The Crafted Palate. Sweet Styles Company will sell floral bouquets and 50 local crafters and artists will sell their wares at the market. […]
The Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society will offer a Mother's Day Weekend Mum Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 12 at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. Vancouver. Mums will be available outside of Greenhouse #5. Plants are $3 each with 13 flower […]
The Camas Public Library is offering a used book sale from May 9-12 at 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 9-11 and noon to 4 p.m. May 12. On May 12 only, attendees will be able to fill a shopping bag with as many books as they can […]
Kindred Homestead Supply hosts the Downtown Alley Flea Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month from March to October in the alley next to the store at 606 Main St., Vancouver. Shoppers can find everything from handmade pottery and upcycled flannels to artisan soaps, lotions and art prints […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Spring Tea, featuring two seatings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 11 at the Marshall House, 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver. Enjoy small bites and […]
The Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society will offer a Mother's Day Weekend Mum Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 12 at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. Vancouver. Mums will be available outside of Greenhouse #5. Plants are $3 each with 13 flower […]
Scented Acres Lavender Farm is hosting a Mother's Day Plant and Craft Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 12 at the farm, 13804 N.E. 117th Ave., Vancouver. The farm will have a large array of local vendors selling artisan products as well as lots of plants for sale. The lavender shop will be […]
The Camas Public Library is offering a used book sale from May 9-12 at 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 9-11 and noon […]
La Center Community Library is celebrating its 20th anniversary with live music, llamas and cake from 3 to 5 p.m. May 14. In 2001, the 1905 building was destined to be burned as a firefighting exercise, but Margaret Colf Hepola envisioned something more. In August of that year, the former hospital building was moved a […]
Clark College's Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion's Black Student and Family Night is 4:30 to 8 p.m. May 14 in the Gaiser Student Center on Clark College's main campus at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. This night is designed to introduce students and families to Clark College as a pathway to college, universities, careers […]
Columbia Springs hosts free guided tours of its trout hatchery and natural areas from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month from April through September. RSVP by registering at https://www.columbiasprings.org/2024-guidedtours. Meet at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.
The Camas Public Library hosts a free Family Bingo Night from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on the third Friday of every month. Winners will receive a prize. All ages are welcome and no registration is necessary.
East Woods Presbyterian Church hosts "Into the Woods," a family campfire at 7 p.m. on the third Friday of every month through September at 16210 N.E. 20th St., Vancouver. Enjoy a campfire, s'mores and songs. The s'mores fixings will be provided. Guests may bring their own hot dogs to roast. Everyone is welcome.
The Community Garden Club of Camas-Washougal is hosting a plant sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 18 at Zion Lutheran Church, 824 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Shoppers will find plants grown by garden club members at low prices. Find perennials, annuals, vegetables, shrubs, grasses and ground covers. Payment is by cash or check. […]
The Annual Plant Fair hosted by the Camas-Washougal Historical Society will be held on May 18 and June 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Two Rivers Heritage […]
The Hazel Dell Salmon Creek Business Association presents the 2024 Hazel Parade of Bands, "The Power of Music," at 10:30 a.m. May 18 starting at Fire District 6, 8800 N.E. Hazel Dell Ave., Vancouver. This is Hazel Dell's 58th annual parade, featuring 25 local bands, parade floats, classic vehicles, youth groups and horses. To join […]
The Cascade Park Community Library presents a Trashion Show from 2 to 3 p.m. May 18 at 600 N.E. 136th Ave., Vancouver. Participants can create a wearable garment or accessory […]
The Camas Public Library will host a Magic Treehouse Celebration from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. May 20 to celebrate Mary Pope Osborne's birthday with a magical adventure. Children can immerse themselves in the tales of Jack and Annie, bringing their adventures to life with crafts, activities and snacks inspired by the series. Explore the wonders […]
The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, hosts Poetry Street PNW Open Mic from 6:15 to 7:45 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of every month. Attendees are invited […]
The Camas Public Library's Silent Book Club is for people who like to read quietly. The club has no assigned reading -- it's just an hour of silent reading followed […]
Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, will offer Homeschool Open Houses from 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. May 8 and 24 so that homeschooled children can experience "Children's Work and Play on a Pre-electric Farm," a self-guided, hour-and-a-half program suited for second through fifth graders. Students will participate in the chores and play […]
The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, will host an egg cup seedling event for preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. May 25. Little ones will make seed starters in […]
The Cedar Creek Grist Mill, one of the only remaining water-powered grist mills in the United States, is hosting Fry Bread Day from 1 to 4 p.m. May 25 at […]
The Camas Public Library offers an all-ages Board Game Club from 2 to 4 p.m. on the second and fourth Saturdays of the month. Some games will be provided or […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington’s annual free “Food and Film” documentary series is the fourth Tuesday of the month Jan. 23 through June 24 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the Columbia Room at the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver. Free pizza is donated by Piehole Pizzeria. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington’s annual free "Food and Film" documentary series is the fourth Tuesday of the month Jan. 23 through June 24 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. in the Columbia Room at the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St, Vancouver. Free pizza is donated by Piehole Pizzeria. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., […]
Greater Vancouver Chamber's Junior Market is 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 1 at the Vancouver Farmers Market. More than 300 young entrepreneurs will be stationed near Esther Short Park […]
The Camas Public Library hosts Family Storytime from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for children aged 2 to 5 featuring a 30-minute storytime followed […]
Niche Wine Bar, located in Suite 130 inside Riverview Tower at 900 Washington St., Vancouver, is offering drawing sessions from 4 to 6 p.m. on the first Saturday of the month from April 6 to Oct. 5 (except July). Niche Artist in Residence Erin Dengerink will lead two hours of art-making. Attendees should bring drawing materials. […]