The Stranger Than Fiction book club meets from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month at the Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. The club will read a wide variety of nonfiction books to learn about the world around us. Registration is required at CamasPL.org/strangerthanfiction. The library has a […]
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Southwest Washington will host a Men's Support Group online via Zoom from 5 to 6:30 p.m. every Wednesday. For more information, or to register, visit www.namiswwa.org or call 360-695-2823.
Columbia Springs hosts free guided tours of its trout hatchery and natural areas from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of every month from April through September. RSVP by registering at https://www.columbiasprings.org/2024-guidedtours. Meet at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Wear good walking shoes and dress for the weather.
The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, presents a lecture series about the science of sleep with Ankur Patel. The program occurs on the third Wednesday of the month. No registration is required.
Swing dance at The Valiant Ballroom, 109 W. Ninth St., Vancouver, on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. Beginner lessons are at 6 p.m. and social dancing is at 7 p.m. Admission is $10. For more details, email riverhouse.swing@gmail.com.
Joe Morgan of Chef Joe Cooks is offering a "Let's Wok It!" cooking class at 6 p.m. May 15 at Chuck's Fresh Market in Salmon Creek, 2302 N.E. 117th St., Vancouver. Students will learn to cook Kung Pao chicken, Mongolian beef, pad Thai and garlic shrimp stir-fry. The class fee is $90. Register at www.chefjoecooks.cooking.
Enjoy an evening of wine and painting from 6:30 to 9 p.m. May 15 at Pepper Bridge Winery/Amavi Cellars, 677 W. Columbia Way, Vancouver. A professional artist will guide attendees through the step-by-step process of painting a hummingbird. Students will go home with a finished 12”x12” painting. The cost is $85, including a glass of […]
The Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., will host a six-week course for beginners and novice players from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Thursdays starting on May 16 and running through June 20. This course, led by Michael Walker, is also designed for those who would like to freshen their basic skills. Basic bidding, […]
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Columbia River as you donate blood in the comfort of the Port of Camas-Washougal's conference room at 24 S. A St., Washougal. Choose one of many donation times from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 16, June 20, Sept. 20, Oct. 25, Nov. 22 and Dec. 20. To schedule a […]
Kindred Homestead Supply will host an Herbal Tea Party from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and from 3 to 4:30 p.m. May 16 at 606 Main St., Vancouver. Journey into the world of herbs at a spring-themed tea party. Try different teas, deepen your understanding of individual herbs, explore herbal traditions and craft your own […]
Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 954 meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Minnehaha Church of Christ, 3217 N.E. 54th St. For more information, contact Helen Sheerin at 503-351-7395.
The Society of Washington Artists Spring Show and Sale is noon to 7 p.m. May 15, 16 and 17 and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 18 at Vancouver United Vancouver United Church of Christ, 1220 N.E. 68th St., Vancouver. The show is one of the largest in Southwest Washington, showcasing the work of fine […]
Single Seniors will meet at Golden Corral buffet, 11801 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd. starting at 2:30 p.m. May 16. For more information, call 360-892-8944.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Southwest Washington will host a Connection Support Group online via Zoom from 3:30 to 5 p.m. every Thursday. For more information, or to register, visit www.namiswwa.org or call 360-695-2823.
The Camas Public Library offers a LEGO Club for kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. The club meets from 4 to 5 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. Kids are invited to come and play with the library's LEGO collection.
Burnt Bridge Cellars, 1500 Broadway St., Vancouver, offers Sip and Fold evenings on the third Thursday of every month. Sip wine and learn to fold origami from 4:30 to 7 p.m. with instructor Holly Williams of Holly's Origami.
Enjoy an evening of painting in support of Maggie's Angels, a nonprofit organization that supports children and their families living with life-threatening illnesses. Artists Elida Field will guide students through the step-by-step process of painting a butterfly at her studio, 735 N.E. Sixth Ave., Camas, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. May 16. Each attendee will […]
Battle Ground High School’s drama program presents William Shakespeare’s comedy, "A Midsummer Night’s Dream." Shows will be in The Lair at Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Tickets are $7 per person or $5 with an ASB card, purchasable at the door or in advance online. Showtimes are 7 p.m. on […]
Evergreen High School presents "The Lightning Thief (A Percy Jackson Musical)" playing from May 10-18 at 14300 N.E. 18th St., Vancouver. Showtimes are 7 p.m. May 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18. This musical adaptation of Rick Riordan's bestselling book follows teenager Percy Jackson. When he discovers he's a demigod, he and his friends embark […]
Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver, presents "Steel Magnolias," playing May 3-19. This play follows the lives of six extraordinary women, showcasing their friendships, laughter and the strength they draw from one another. Performances are 7:30 p.m. May 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18 with 2 p.m. matinees May 5, 12 and […]
