Southwest Washington Model Railroaders are hosting an open house from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 18 in the basement of the auxiliary building of Memorial Lutheran Church, at the corner of East 29th Street and Grand Boulevard in Vancouver. See three layouts in operation: The main layout (34'x 14'), dual gauge layout (12'x 24') […]
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 for the runway or submit artwork for a gallery show. All entries must be made from reused or recycled materials. Prizes will be awarded to […]
The Covington House will host Game Day from noon to 3 p.m. May 19 featuring board games, puzzles and more. Bring your own tabletop game or choose one of the provided games. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Learn more about the historic Covington House, 4201 Main St., Vancouver, at covingtonhistorichouse.com.
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 to read their own original poetry out loud, or share poems by a favorite poet -- or just come to listen. All ages are welcome. […]
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 by optional socializing. Attendees can bring their own books or borrow a library book. Light beverages and snacks will be provided or guests can bring […]
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 egg cartons. Register at camaspl.org/seedlings.
La Uva Fortuna Farms, 16712 N.E. 219th St., Battle Ground, will host a Pinot & Paint event from 1 to 3 p.m. May 25. Participants will paint a fiery mountain. No experience is necessary and an instructor will offer step-by-step guidance. The cost is $29. Sign up at lauvafortuna.com/event-details/pinot-paint-fire-on-the-mountain.
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 43907 N.E. Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Enjoy fresh fry bread made from flour milled on-site. Learn more at cedarcreekgristmill.org.
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 bring your own to share. No registration is required.
River City Church, 2400 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver will host Back Yard Barbecue at the Playground, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 26. Attendees can enjoy burgers and hot dogs while kids play on the church's two playground structures and swing set. Guests are welcome to bring a side dish or dessert.
The Community Military Appreciation Committee will host a Memorial Day ceremony at 11 a.m. May 27 at the bandstand on the Vancouver Barracks Parade Ground to honor those who have lost their lives in service of our country. Visitors may view the garrison flag raising, Mountain Howitzer cannon firing and a wreath-laying ceremony in honor of […]
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 to sell their handmade and homegrown products such as artwork, jewelry, hand creams, birdhouses and organic produce. Participants will submit their business results to the […]
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.
Clark County Fire District 6 will host an Open House from noon to 3 p.m. June 1 at the new Station 63 in Salmon Creek, 1303 N.E. 136th St. in Salmon Creek. Park for free across the street. Guests can enjoy free hot dogs, chips, snow cones and bottled water. Watch a K-9 demonstration, Junior […]
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. […]
