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March 2019
Highball Week: 50 Portland Bars Offer All-Day $5 Cocktails
The Portland Mercury is hosting "Highball," from March 18-24, during which 50 Portland bars will offer craft cocktails for only $5 each. At each of Highball’s locations — which you can see by clicking here — you’ll find specially created cocktails that are available all day (not just during happy hour).
Find out more »Oregon Symphony Presents 100 Years of Nat and Natalie Cole
This Nat and Natalie Cole revue starspowerhouse vocalist Denzal Sinclaire and diva Dee Daniels performing the finest in classic jazz, from “Stardust” and “Unforgettable” to “Superstition” and “Mona Lisa.” Two concerts will be offered at 7:30 p.m. March 23 and at 2 p.m. March 24 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 S.W. Broadway, Portland. Tickets are available at www.orsymphony.org/concerts-tickets/.
Find out more »“The Elephant Man” at Twilight Theater Company
Twilight Theater Company presents "The Elephant Man," playing March 8-24 at the Twilight Theater Company, 7515 N. Brandon Ave., Portland. The script is based upon the life of Joseph Merrick, a man so physically deformed that he became known as the “Elephant Man.” With very few options open to him, Merrick ("John" in the play) is forced to display himself to the public in travelling sideshows. Eventually, however, he finds himself alone and destitute in London. Due to the kindness…
Find out more »Jazz Clarinetist Ken Peplowski Performs at VSO’s Moulin Rouge-themed Fundraising Gala
Celebrated jazz clarinetist and saxophonist Ken Peplowski for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra's Fourth Annual Evening of Jazz live benefit concert and dinner at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, at WareHouse '23 on the Vancouver waterfront at 100 Columbia St. Peplowski is an award-winning artist and has played with legendary musicians from Mel Torme and Peggy Lee to Madonna. WareHouse '23 will be transformed into the Moulin Rouge with red curtains, feathers, rhinestones and sequins. Enjoy a catered evening of Pacific Northwest…
Find out more »Codependents Anonymous: Blue Book Meeting
This is a CoDA 12-step group for adult men and women whose common purpose is recovery from codependence and the development and maintenance of healthy relationships and boundaries. Meets at PeaceHealth SW Medical Center Memorial Campus, 3400 Main Street,Vancouver, WA Enter through Urgent Care off Main St. Take elevator to the basement to Fir Willow room. For more information, visit www.coda-pdx.org.
Find out more »Spring meeting for the Northwest Region of the National Fishing Lure Collectors Club
The ballroom will be filled with vintage fishing tackle on display and for sale. Non-NFLCC members are welcome to attend from 9 a.m. to closing, usually noon, for an admission of $5. The club offers free appraisal and/or auction of collectible items. More information is available from show host Monte Martinsen 360-274-8045.
Find out more »Free Weekly Microsoft Word and Excel Classes
Take free classes in Word and Excel, including beginning, intermediate and advanced levels. The classes are held every week; the Monday class is Word, and the Tuesday class is Excel. With a Score of 80%, students will be certified in Microsoft Training. Classes are open to the public and funded by Goodwill Industries
Find out more »EnhanceFitness — Camas
EnhanceFitness, an evidence-based group exercise program, helps adults age 60 and over, at all levels of fitness, become more active, energized and empowered to sustain independent lives. Donations are welcome but not required to participate in this class. For more information, call 360-694-8144.
Find out more »How trusts operate seminar
Trusts come in all shapes and sizes and often seem mystical or complex. An explainer in no-nonsense language what a trust is, how it operates, and how it can work for you, held at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday, March 26. Attorney Beckie J. Pettis will share a story of how a trust could have helped a family avoid unintended consequences. Then she'll share examples of her seven favorite types of trusts. Admission is free. Reservation required. For location…
Find out more »FamilySearch Class: Hints & Other Helps
FamilySearch is a nonprofit genealogy organization operated by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints that is dedicated to connecting families across generations. Join for a free class on how to better use the free FamilySearch genealogical website, www.familysearch.org This class will be taught by two local instructors, who will show participants how to use the search tool and get the best results. Participants will learn how to find record hints and other historical documents to research and document…
Find out more »Community Aquatics Class for older adults
The gentle flow water aerobics class is designed for older adults to maintain good health. The Saltwater Pool is heated to 88 degrees, with low level entry steps. Classes are available in a punch card program; 10 classes for $60 or $6 per drop-in.
Find out more »Professional Connections weekly meeting
Professional Connections meets Mondays at noon. The meeting gives like-minded professionals have the opportunity to network with fellow business owners, workers, sole proprietors and entrepreneurs. There is a featured speaker at each meeting. Find out more at www.professionalconnections.biz
Find out more »WSU Extension Diabetes Prevention Program
The Washington State University Extension Diabetes Prevention Program is a CDC-approved one-year lifestyle change program that supports people in making changes to reduce their risk for type 2 diabetes. A trained lifestyle coach leads the program to help people with pre-diabetes change certain aspects of their lifestyle, like eating healthier, reducing stress, and getting more physical activity. The program also includes group support from others who share goals and struggles. It’s a year-long program focused on long-term changes and lasting results. .…
Find out more »EnhanceFitness — Bridgeview
EnhanceFitness, an evidence-based group exercise program, helps adults age 60 and over, at all levels of fitness, become more active, energized and empowered to sustain independent lives. Donations are welcome but not required to participate in this class. For more information, call 360-694-8144.
Find out more »Single Seniors
Food and cards. For more information, call the events hotline number at 360-718-6029.
Find out more »EnhanceFitness — Vancouver Clinic Vancouver Plaza Neighborhood Clinic
EnhanceFitness, an evidence-based group exercise program, helps adults age 60 and over, at all levels of fitness, become more active, energized and empowered to sustain independent lives. Donations are welcome but not required to participate in this class. For more information, call 360-694-8144.
Find out more »Vancouver Chess Club
Drop in for informal chess games. Participants may bring their own board or pieces, or there are some available. All ages and abilities welcome.
Find out more »Take Off Pounds Sensibly 0296
Anyone needing support in weight loss is welcome. Weigh in is at 5 p.m.; meeting starts at 6 p.m. Dues are $32 per year to TOPS international headquarters. There is an additional $5 in club dues to the local club per month. New members do not have to pay dues for the first month. Meetings are in the board room. For more information, call Karen at 360-253-9698.
Find out more »Coffee and Conversation with Port Commissioners
Join the Port of Vancouver USA Board of Commissioners for coffee and conversation on Monday, March 25, 5 to 7 p.m., in the port’s Commission Room, 3103 NW Lower River Road, Vancouver. Guests can stop by any time during that two-hour period. This is an informal event where attendees can stop by anytime to enjoy light refreshments, connect with their commissioner, provide feedback and hear about port events and projects. Can’t make it March 25? Don’t fret, the port is…
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