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October 2020
CANCELED/SUSPENDED – Adult Children of Alcoholics/Dysfunctional Families
CANCELED/SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID-19. A 12-step program of recovery for adults who struggle with the effects of being raised in alcoholic and/or dysfunctional families. All are welcome.
Find out more »Botanical sketching and watercolor online art class
With instructor Sam Marroquin, connect to local plants that are currently growing in local yards, gardens and trails through art. Delve deep into the visual structure of a single plant as the instructor guides you through drawing and painting from several different perspectives. Practice looking, seeing, and sketching a seasonal plant while heightening your awareness of nature. Learn more about the visual characteristics of the plant from a close-up point of view. Students will need: a sketchbook or paper (watercolor paper…
Find out more »ONLINE – Family Support Group
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led 90-minute weekly confidential support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. Free and designed for adult loved ones of people with mental health conditions. Led by family members of people with mental health conditions. The group will be offered on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month indefinitely. Visit namiswwa.org/zoom…
Find out more »Science on Tap Online — “I’m on the Front Lines of COVID-19: Ask Me Anything” (Part 2)
Via Productions' next Science on Tap Online is 7 p.m. Oct. 22. Watch via the Science on Tap Facebook Page or Register on Zoom. Tickets are a $5 suggested donation on Patreon or make a one-time donation here. Complete event information is available at https://www.scienceontaporwa.org/events/online_oct_22_covid2/. Here’s another chance to ask more COVID-19 questions and get answers from experts in public health and emergency medicine! This is a follow-up to our event held on August 27 and will once again be dedicated…
Find out more »CANCELED Families Anonymous
This event has been canceled until further notice due to COVID-19 concerns. A free 12-step discussion group for those concerned about drug, alcohol abuse or behavior problems of a relative or friend. Meets every Thursday evening. For more information, call 360-604-5855.
Find out more »All Paws on Deck
Camas DECA presents its second annual “All Paws on Deck” Fundraising event, this year going virtual. This year a number of Camas Dog Mayor candidates will be selected from a pool of applicants. After being contacted and announced to the public, these dogs will be in the running to be the Camas Dog Mayor. The public will cast their vote between Oct. 20-30, by donating a select amount of money toward their favorite candidate. On Nov. 2, the dog who…
Find out more »Share’s annual Seats & Feets drive
Share’s annual Seats & Feets drive invites the community to donate new underwear, diapers and socks for men, women, teens and children. The drive will be held throughout the month of October; donations will be given to clients in Share’s outreach, shelter and housing programs. Share is asking for new underwear (all sizes, for men, women, teens and children), diapers (all sizes, including pull-ups) and athletic-style socks (all sizes, for men, women, teens and children). Donations can be brought to…
Find out more »Financial support for food establishments
Clark County is offering financial support to food establishments impacted by the public health measures implemented to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Clark County Public Health will disburse federal CARES funding to eligible food establishments in the amount paid for their 2020 retail food permit. The permit fees range from $258 to $1,835. Permit fees for 2021 will still apply. Food establishment owners can use the CARES funding at their discretion toward any operational expenses. Eligible food establishments must submit…
Find out more »Online Crew Leader Training for Neighborhood Trees Program
To combat climate change and create a more equitable community by planting trees in neighborhoods that don’t have as many, become a Friends of Trees crew leader. Make a lasting, positive change in a fun and physical(ly-distanced) way, while occasionally getting muddy and wet. What's not to love? As a planting crew leader for the Neighborhood Trees Program, you'll plant large-stock (6-10 ft. tall) trees at homes in and around the Portland-Vancouver metro region. Trees may be planted in a…
Find out more »CANCELED/SUSPENDED EnhanceFitness — Battle Ground Class 1
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN SUSPENDED DUE TO COVID-19 CONCERNS. 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 »Yoga with Dawn on Instagram Live
Take time to practice self-care, relax, and reset with a gentle flowing yoga class. Classes are held for free through Instagram Live. You can access the class for 24 hours after it has been held, in case that particular time doesn't work for you, or you want to enjoy it again. You need an Instagram account and must follow Instagram.com/bodyuppnw to access the class. Go to @bodyuppnw and the profile picture will have a colorful ring around it and the…
Find out more »Codependents Anonymous Daytime (CoDA)
9 to 10 a.m. Virtual meeting for men and women whose common purpose is recovery from co-dependence and the development and maintenance of healthy relationships and boundaries. This group concentrates on the Blue Book for CoDA. For more information, visit http://www.coda.org and email codapdx@gmail.com for Zoom information.
Find out more »CANCELED/SUSPENDED – Intermediate Adult Ballet Classes
CANCELED/SUSPENDED DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19. Whether revisiting ballet after many years or in peak dancing condition, this class can meet you where you are at with a variety of modifications. The class will do a full barre focusing on strength, length and alignment followed by a center. For more information, call 360-737-1922 or visit www.columbiadance.org
Find out more »CANCELED/SUSPENDED – EnhanceFitness — Battle Ground Class 2
THIS GROUP HAS BEEN CANCELED/SUSPENDED DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19. 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 »CANCELED/SUSPENDED – EnhanceFitness — Camas
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED/SUSPENDED DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19. 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 »Free Virtual Fitness Classes for Seniors
The Silver & Fit program is offering free fitness classes live every weekday at 10 a.m. View the videos either on Facebook: facebook.com/SilverandFit or YouTube: youtube.com/user/silverandfit Monday: Low Impact Cardio Tuesday: Easy Going Yoga Wednesday: Body Weight Exercises Thursday: Balance & Flexibility Friday: Friday Mixer (mash-up of the favorites of the week) View past videos on the links above.
Find out more »Art at the CAVE presents “Politiks: The Art of Deception”
Art at the CAVE Gallery presents "Politiks: The Art of Deception" on display through October, just in time for the election. Art often communicates what words can not. If you're at a loss of words, maybe you'd enjoy these expressions. The exhibit is the result of a public call for art. All works submitted are now on display thru Oct. 30. Visitors may view the show in person from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday thru Saturday or by appointment.…
Find out more »Southwest Washington Watercolor Society Fall Show at Vancouver Art Space
Vancouver Art Space in the Vancouver Mall will host the Southwest Washington Watercolor Society Fall Exhibition, "Look for the Light," Oct. 2 to 31, at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283 (upstairs near JC Penney). The show opens First Friday, Oct. 2. Hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to vote for the People's Choice winner. For more information about Vancouver Art Space, call 360-787-8772 or visit www.vancouverartspace.com. Over 75 watercolor and water-media artworks will be…
Find out more »CANCELED/SUSPENDED – EnhanceFitness — Vancouver Clinic Vancouver Plaza Neighborhood Clinic
THIS GROUP HAS BEEN CANCELED/SUSPENDED DUE TO CONCERNS ABOUT COVID-19. 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 »Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch Open Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through October
Come and enjoy the Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch in Brush Prairie. This family-owned farm loves welcoming its Clark County neighbors and friends. The farm's annual Pumpkin Patch & Harvest Festival celebrates the annual harvest and the farm’s rural heritage. The Bi-Zi Farms pumpkin patch is open this year, but has implemented several changes due to the novel Coronavirus and Governor Inslee’s Safe Start Initiative. Everyone should buy tickets online before coming to the pumpkin patch. Tickets, $10 general admission and…
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