Journey Theater presents Roald Dahl's "Willy Wonka," showing at Fort Vancouver High School at 7 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 17 and 18 with additional matinee performances at 2 p.m. Nov. 11 and 18. The story follows enigmatic candy manufacturer, Willy Wonka, who hides golden tickets in five candy bars. Recipients win a free tour of […]
Prairie High School presents "Urinetown: The Musical." Winner of three Tony Awards, this satirical take on modern times tells the story of a Gotham-like city where a water shortage has led to a government-enforced ban on private toilets. This essential human function is now regulated by a single, malevolent company that profits by charging admission […]
Battle Ground High School presents “One Stoplight Town,” a play based on the book by Tracy Wells, with six performances at The Lair inside Battle Ground High School. Shows are 7 p.m. Nov. 9-11 and 16-18. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $7 at the door, cash only, or buy tickets online at […]
From Nov. 16-19, New Orleans is moving into the Durst Theater at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics. "Joyful Jambalaya" is an original production by 6th-12th graders with a set inspired by New Orleans architecture, music, dance, geography and Mardi Gras spirit. The production begins in the mid-1800s when social gatherings of diverse residents became […]
The Clark College Jazz Band presents its Fall Concert at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 in the Gaiser Student Center on Clark College's main campus at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. The performance is open to the public and admission is free, though donations to the Clark College Music Department are welcome at the door. The […]
Weekly Vipassana mediation sessions are held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sundays at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. This type of meditation encourages self-observation by focusing on the inner self in a non-judgmental way. There's a $1 to $10 suggested donation to participate but no one will be turned away.
Find holiday gifts in the studio workshops of local artists during our annual Washougal Studio Artist Tour Holiday Art Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 18 and 19. The tour will showcase the creations of sixteen artists at four Washougal art studios. Find watercolors, fiber art, mixed media art, glass art, jewelry, hand-woven […]
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 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 […]
The Covington House, 4201 Main St., Vancouver, is hosting an open house and party from noon to 3 p.m. Nov. 19 to celebrate Washington state's 134th birthday. Enjoy birthday cake, games and coloring pages with some state history thrown in.
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. […]
Love Street Playhouse presents "Seeking Mister Hyde," showing Nov. 3-19 at 126 Loves Ave., Woodland. It’s 1885, and author Robert Louis Stevenson’s health is failing and his finances are in shambles. Desperate, he accepts an offer from his publisher to pen a ghost story in 11 days. As Stevenson writes about a Scottish criminal who […]
After completing runs at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum and the Brooklyn Museum of Art, "Africa Fashion" opens at the Portland Art Museum Nov. 18. Spanning iconic mid-twentieth century to contemporary creatives through photographs, textiles, music and the visual arts, "Africa Fashion" tells the story of the vitality and global impact of a fashion scene […]
Bike Clark County is hosting an open house from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 19 at its shop at 1604 Main St., Vancouver. Attendees will learn about the work this nonprofit is doing to support Clark County's cycling community. Learn about volunteer opportunities and educational programs or discover how to collaborate with local government to […]
From Nov. 16-19, New Orleans is moving into the Durst Theater at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics. "Joyful Jambalaya" is an original production by 6th-12th graders with a set inspired by New Orleans architecture, music, dance, geography and Mardi Gras spirit. The production begins in the mid-1800s when social gatherings of diverse residents became […]
Single Seniors will attend Happy Hour at Applebee's, 12717 S.E. 2nd Cir, starting at 3 p.m. Oct. 22. For more information, call 360-892-8944.
The Kiggins Theatre is hosting a "Twilight" film festival Nov. 17 to 19, featuring all five "Twilight" movies as well as games, costume contests, vendors, trivia and music. Three-day festival passes are $55 and day passes are $20. Get details at kigginstheatre.com/movie/still-sparkling---a-kiggins-twilight-event. Showtimes are: Nov. 17: "Twilight," 7 p.m. Nov. 18: "The Twilight Saga: New […]
Zoo Lights is the Oregon Zoo's annual nighttime display of millions of dazzling lights, open from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 19 through Jan. 7. Purchase Zoo Lights Any Night tickets, available at oregonzoo.org/lights, which can be bought in advance and used spontaneously for any night and time throughout the season. Adult tickets range from […]
Gathering Place Church, 2500 N.E. 78th St, Vancouver, will host a 15-session "Perspectives" course exploring different aspects of God’s global purpose. The course, 5 to 8 p.m. every Sunday from Aug. 27 to Dec. 3, examines the story from four vantage points or “perspectives" -- biblical, historical, cultural and strategic. Learn more at gatheringchurch.com.
See "Dirty Dancing in Concert" 7 p.m. Nov. 19 at the Keller Auditorium. Tickets are $35 to $90 at portland5.com/keller-auditorium/events/dirty-dancing-concert. A complete screening of the digitally remastered film will play […]