The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is celebrating 76 years of model railroading with its annual Holiday Open House shows from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 and Dec. 2-3 at 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. The show is a holiday tradition for local families. Ticket prices are $12 for adults age […]

Chelatchie Prairie Railroad is offering "Patriot's Weekend" train rides in honor of Veterans Day. Trains will depart from 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt, at noon and 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 11 and Nov. 12. Tickets are $14 to $20 at tickets.bycx.org. Photo by Bob Zuber

54°40' Brewing, 3801 S. Truman St. #1, Washougal, will host a weekly "Geeks Who Drink" trivia night from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday. Modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland […]

The next Science on Tap at the Kiggins Theatre in downtown Vancouver is 7 p.m. Nov. 15. Tickets are $15 to $45 at kigginstheatre.com/movie/science-on-tap-archaeology-in-oregon. What can pikas, pollen, and ancient poop tell us about how Indigenous peoples lived and what the environment was like? Katelyn McDonough tells us about what her team’s work in central Oregon […]

Enjoy the wonderland of Zoo Lights without any kids during Brew Lights from 5 to 10 p.m. Nov. 17 and 18. This 21-and-over event features 55 Northwest breweries and cideries. Dance to live music from Dance Hall Days, Ian James or DJs and enjoy food from local food carts. Brew Lights tickets include a souvenir […]

Camas Parks Foundation will host Turkey Bingo from 5:30 to 9 p.m. Nov. 17 at Lacamas Lake Lodge, 227 N.E. Lake Rd., Camas. Play to win turkeys, pies and other prices. Kids can play to win snacks and toys. Two sessions will be offered: 5:30 to 7 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cards […]

The Camas Public Library presents Bad Art Night at 6 p.m. Nov. 17. This adult art group is for terrible artists who long to make something truly heinous. The group meets for an hour of unguided, freewheeling creation using provided materials and objects -- or bad artists can bring their own materials. Artmaking is followed […]

The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is celebrating 76 years of model railroading with its annual Holiday Open House shows from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 11-12, 18-19, 25-26 and Dec. 2-3 at 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. The show is a holiday tradition for local families. Ticket prices are $12 for adults age […]

Pomeroy Farm will host "Christmastime at the Farm" from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19 for farm-fresh holiday photo opportunities. Visitors can meet Santa, take a Christmas card photo at one of many specially decorated and arranged locations, and shop at the holiday market. (Bring cash for vendors; the farm has to […]

The Southwest Washington Winery Association is hosting a Fall Celebration at 16 wineries and tasting rooms from 1 to 6 p.m. on Nov. 18, 19, 24, 25 and 26. Visit  tasting rooms in Clark and Cowlitz Counties to sample local wines and new fall releases. Wineries will offer discounts, gift baskets and gift wine bundles. […]

Enjoy the wonderland of Zoo Lights without any kids during Brew Lights from 5 to 10 p.m. Nov. 17 and 18. This 21-and-over event features 55 Northwest breweries and cideries. […]