• Planting in Ridgefield

    Horn's Corner 4411 S. Settler Drive, Ridgefield, WA, United States

    The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer planting event from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 20 at Horn’s Corner, 4411 S. Settler Dr., Ridgefield. Wear long pants, rainboots or waterproof shoes and dress for the weather. Bring snacks and water.

    free
    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt, WA, United States

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 29-Dec. 21 from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Riders will see views of the Lewis River from a hillside vantage point, take a trip through a solid rock tunnel and then […]

    $16 – $22
    Bridge, Assisted Play

    Assisted Bridge: Lesson and Play

    Vancouver Bridge Club 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Suite H, Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Vancouver Bridge Club will host free, assisted bridge play from 9:15-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Attendees will get a free bridge lesson then play. Assistance will be available if needed.

    free

    Evergreen Tree Communities Nature Day at Columbia Springs

    Columbia Springs 12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Columbia Springs is hosting a Evergreen Tree Nature Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 20. Drop in any time (no registration required) to enjoy hands-on science and nature experiences exploring evergreen tree communities. The event is designed to be engaging for all ages, from preschoolers to adults. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Photo by Paul […]

    free

    Finishing Salts Workshop

    Vampire Unicorns 3510 NE 3rd Ave., Camas, WA, United States

    Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, will host a Finishing Salts Workshop from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 20. Discover the world of finishing salts and learn how […]

    $35
    Play Bridge with 0 – 99 points

    Play Bridge with 0-150 points

    Vancouver Bridge Club 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Suite H, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Play bridge with individuals with masterpoints at 11 a.m. Saturdays at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The cost is $10.

    $10

    Winter Native Arts Market

    Clark County Historical Museum 1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

    The Winter Native Arts Market is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 20 at the Clark County Historical Museum. Admission to the market and museum are free. Discover one-of-a-kind, last-minute gifts at this market showcasing Indigenous cultures through art, music and storytelling. Shop from 17 Native artists and makers selling handcrafted jewelry, textiles, carvings and prints. Each purchase […]

    free
    Artist Talk

    Artist Talk at Art at the Cave

    Art at the Cave gallery hosts a free Artist's Talk from 1 to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month at 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Artists featured in the gallery's current exhibit will answer questions such as what inspired them and how they created their art. Learn more at artatthecave.com.  

    Columbia Dance Presents Fort Vancouver Nutcracker

    Skyview Concert Hall 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA

    Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]

    $22 – $27
    Chess Club

    Chess Club

    Camas Public Library 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas, WA, United States

    The Camas Public Library will host a Chess Club everything third Saturday of the month starting at 2 p.m. People of all ages and skillsets welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chess sets and boards, but some will be provided. Register at camaspl.org/CHESSCLUB.

    Free

    Winter Solstice Sunset Walk

    Vanouver Water Resources Education Center 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver, WA, United States

    The city of Vancouver will host a rain-or-shine Winter Solstice Sunset Walk from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 20, starting at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver. Take a two-mile afternoon walk along the banks of the Columbia River to honor this quiet turning point and the slow return of the light. Walk […]

    free

    Bells of the Cascades “Winter’s Tale” Concert

    Salmon Creek United Methodist Church 12217 NE Highway 99, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, 12217 N.E. Highway 99, Vancouver, will host Bells of the Cascades for the handbell ensemble’s “Winter’s Tale” concert at 4 p.m. Dec. 20. Adult tickets are $20 and student tickets are $5 at the door. Children under 6 are free.

    $20
    Tarot Nights

    Tarot Nights

    Vampire Unicorns 3510 NE 3rd Ave., Camas, WA, United States

    Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, will host six Tarot Nights from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 8, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 and from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 18, Nov. 15 […]

    $18 – $65

    Columbia Dance Presents Fort Vancouver Nutcracker

    Skyview Concert Hall 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA

    Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]

    $22 – $27
    Vancouver Drive-Thru Nativity (live)

    Live Drive-Through Nativity

    Visitors are invited to see a drive-through live re-enactment of the Christmas Nativity with narration from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 19-21 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Vancouver North Stake, 11101 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver. Narration in English, Spanish and Russian will be broadcast to FM stereos. CDs and YouTube links are available […]

    Free

    VanCity’s Saturday Social Dance and Beginners’ Lesson

    Vancity Ballroom 9212 NE Hwy 99 Suite 110, Vancouver, WA, United States

    VanCity Ballroom offers Saturday social dancing and beginners' lessons at 9212 N.E. Highway 99, Suite 110, in Hazel Dell. A 45-minute lesson starts at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing of all styles until 10 p.m. No partner or dance experience are required. Learn a new dance each week, from ballroom and Latin to swing […]

    $10
    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt, WA, United States

    Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 29-Dec. 21 from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Riders will see views of the Lewis River from a hillside vantage point, take a trip through a solid rock tunnel and then […]

    $16 – $22

    Columbia Dance Presents Fort Vancouver Nutcracker

    Skyview Concert Hall 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA

    Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]

    $22 – $27

    Winter Solstice Celebration at Skamania Lodge

    Skamania Lodge 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, United States

    Skamania Lodge, 1131 S.W. Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, will host a Winter Solstice Celebration from 4-6 p.m. Dec. 21. Kick off the evening with a spectacular fireworks display, meet Jasper the Alpaca and enjoy a no-host bar with delicious food and drinks. Celebrate the longest night of the year with music by Jacob Westfall and […]

    $30

    Columbia Dance Presents Fort Vancouver Nutcracker

    Skyview Concert Hall 1300 NW 139th Street, Vancouver, WA

    Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]

    $22 – $27