The Second Story Gallery, upstairs at the Camas Public Library, presents "Transformation Through Travel - Photographs by Leslie Struxness," on display from Jan. 3-31 with an opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 3 and an artist's talk at 6 p.m. Jan. 14. The exhibit features photographs by Leslie Struxness captured on her travels, […]
Downtown Camas will host a “CLUE”-themed First Friday from 5 to 8 p.m. Jan. 3. Attendees can help solve a savory mystery. The event includes a passport activity, treats, games, prizes, crafts, art receptions and after-hours shopping. LiveWell Camas, 417 N.E. Birth St., will host an open-house style Somatic Salon with live music, poetry and […]
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 […]
Art at the CAVE presents "Farewell to the Dragon, Welcome to the Snake," an exhibit celebrating the transition from the Year of the Dragon to the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese zodiac calendar. The Year of the Snake begins with the Lunar New Year on Jan. 29. The opening reception for the […]
Enjoy food, drinks, river views and live music from 6 to 9 p.m. every Friday at the AC Lounge, located in the AC Hotel by Marriott at 333 W. Columbia Way on the Vancouver waterfront. The duo River Twain plays "Dustbowl Soul," American roots and folk music with a 1960s twist.
Firehouse Glass, 518 Main St., Vancouver, will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a First Friday Glassblowing Demonstration from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 3. Watch owner Greg Lueck and his team of glass artists blow glass in the studio. Additionally, the studio will host an exhibit showcasing the last 25 years of Lueck's glass art […]
Birdhouse Books' First Friday Poetry Night includes a book launch celebration for Erin Aurelia’s "Bone & Stars: A Constellation of Poems of Healing and Recovery from Narcissistic Abuse" from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 3 at 1001 Main St., Vancouver (downstairs from Short & Sweet). Aurelia edits nonfiction books by day as the owner of […]
The North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, and musician Wayne Hoffman host First Friday Open Mic nights from 7-10 p.m. on the first Friday of every month. Sign-ups begin at 6 p.m. Anyone is welcome to perform onstage with talented vocalists and musicians playing guitar, banjo, autoharp, fiddle, piano and singing. There's […]
First Evangelical Church, 4120 N.E. St. Johns Road, Vancouver, hosts a First Friday Game Night from 7 p.m. to midnight on the first Friday of every month. Bring your own board games or play from available games. Pizza is provided or bring snacks. Get details at facebook.com/groups/firstfridaygamenight/.
Columbia Dance Center will host a Scottish Dance Party from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Jan. 3 at 1700 Broadway, Vancouver. No partner or experience is needed; all dances will be taught and called. Refreshments will be served afterward. Soft-soled shoes are recommended. Admission is a suggested donation of $5. Learn more at rscds-swws.org.
Hope For Food Addiction is a 12 step meeting held every Saturday morning at All Saints Episcopal Church, located at 2206 N.W. 99th St., from 9 to 10:30 a.m. For […]
"Playing with Light" at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) runs through Jan. 6. Full-body interactive exhibits encourage visitors to engage in light-, laser- and lens-based experiences, including […]
"Exquisite Creatures Revealed" is a new exhibit from Oregon-based artist and naturalist Christopher Marley at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) through Feb. 17. Marley’s intricate artworks feature […]
Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, is hosting a New Moons of 2025 workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 4. Attendees will learn about the specific dates of new moons throughout the year and discuss activities related to personal reflection and goal setting based on this lunar phase. The cost is $40. Register […]
The Japanese Garden will host an exhibit exhibition, Kintsugi: The Restorative Art of Naoko Fukumaru, through Jan. 27. Kintsugi is a Japanese artform that takes broken items such as ceramics […]
The Portland Art Museum presents "Eyes of the Storm: Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64, on exhibit from Sept. 14 to Jan. 19 at 1219 S.W. Park Ave. Portland. Comprised of recently […]
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.
Jam Session will offer "Emerging Early Winter Music Workshop" a six-week course from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 4, 11, 25, Feb. 1, 8 and 22 at Sons of Norway Hall, 2400 Grant St., Vancouver. Students will learn the basics of chords, theory, and tone as well as ear training during collaborative sessions where […]
Single Seniors will meet for lunch at Carol's Corner Cafe, located at 7800 N.E. St. John's Rd., starting at 11 a.m. Jan. 4. For more information, call 360-892-8944.
Jam Session will offer a six-week Advanced Musician course from 2 to 4 p.m. Jan. 4, 11, 25, Feb. 1, 8 and 22 at Sons of Norway Hall, 2400 Grant St., Vancouver. This workshop is for those who can confidently find and play alternate chord voicings; read charts with ease or pick up music by ear; […]