Meet the Pacific Garbage Patch Babies: An Earth Day Fundraiser

Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary 109 W. Seventh St., Vancouver, WA, United States

Pacific Garbage Patch Babies, quirky sculptures designed to raise awareness of what we consume and how our actions impact waterways, will be at Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, 109 W. Seventh Street, Vancouver, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. April 25. Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington volunteer Al Spector let hundreds of bread bags, cereal box liners, […]

$10

Covington Middle School Spring Market

Covington Middle School 11200 NE Rosewood Rd, Vancouver, WA, United States

Covington Middle School, 11200 N.E. Rosewood Rd., Vancouver, will host its annual spring market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 27. Enjoy food from Loca Dogz, Anahi's Tamales, Grant Foods- Cotton Candy, Grammy's Apples and Brothers Shaved Ice while visiting local artisan vendors. Proceeds benefit Covington Middle School.

Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society Spring Mum Sale

78th Street Heritage Farm 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, United States

The Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society offers its annual spring sale of rooted chrysanthemum cuttings from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 27 at the 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th Street, Vancouver. The sale will be located outside Greenhouse No. 5. The sale includes 13 flower forms of garden and exhibition varieties at $3 each. […]

Spring Open House at the Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club

Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club House 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR, United States

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 […]

$5 – $25

Independent Bookstore Day at Vintage Books

Vintage Books 6613 E Mill Plain BLVD, Vancouver, WA, United States

Celebrate Independent Bookstore Day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 27 at Vintage Books, 6613 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Find the golden ticket somewhere in the store and win 12 free audiobooks. Search for Maisie the Cat. Look for the actual cat or photos. Exchange the photo for an "I Found Maisie" sticker. […]

free

NatureScaping Bare Root Trees, Shrubs, and Perennials Sale

Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA, United States

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 to the public from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 27 The event is open to the public, but there will be an exclusive time […]

Hello Spring Community Fair

Hathaway Park 24th St. and G St., Washougal, WA, United States

Washougal's Hello Spring Community Fair is noon to 2 p.m. April 27 at Hathaway Park, 732 25th St., Washougal. This event features a free lunch, giveaways and educational activities. The Washougal School District's Shoug Shack will provide free hot dog lunches. Kids can pick up a "passport to spring" and visit booths to answer multiple […]

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Boot Flower Planter Makerspace

Esther Short Park 605 Esther St., VANCOUVER, WA, United States

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 a rubber boot and paper flowers. All materials provided for free and the craft is appropriate for all ages. The event ends at 2 p.m. […]

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NatureScaping Bare Root Trees, Shrubs, and Perennials Sale

Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie, WA, United States

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 to the public from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 28. CASEE Center students will be selling native shrubs and trees, garden delights, herbs, and […]

Spring Open House at the Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club

Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club House 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland, OR, United States

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 […]

$5 – $25

78th St. Heritage Farm Walking Tours

78th St Heritage Farm, Vancouver, WA 1919 NE 78th St, Vancouver, United States

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 […]

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Strawberry Shortcake Day at Cedar Creek Grist Mill

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 […]

Monthly Open House at West Columbia Gorge Humane Society

West Columbia Gorge Humane Society 2675 S. Index St., Washougal, WA

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 […]

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Gnome and Fairy Backyard Adventure

Downtown Camas NE 4th Avenue, Camas

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 […]

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Event Series First Friday Art Walk

First Friday Art Walk

Downtown Vancouver WA, United States

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 […]

First Friday Open Mic Music Night

North Clark Historical Museum 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, WA, United States

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.

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