The next Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic features poet John Miller at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, at 7 p.m. Sept. 8. There's a $5 suggested donation to attend. Donations can be made in person or through Christopher Luna’s PayPal account (christopherjluna@gmail.com). Include a memo stating that the money is for […]
Blues icon John Primer will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 8 at Alberta Abbey, 126 N.E. Alberta St., Portland. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the opening act is Vintage Soul. Primer will perform with Steve Bell backed by Brian Foxworth and Ben Jones. Primer is a two-time Grammy-nominated blues artist who was Muddy Waters’ […]
West African-born singer Lucibela will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 8 at The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 S.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Doors open at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 in advance or $35 on the day of the show. Purchase tickets here. Lucibela will perform songs from her latest album, “Amdjer." Cape Verde, off […]
Northwest Oil Painters Guild is celebrating 20 years of supporting Northwest oil painters from from Mercer Island to Camas. The group's annual show and sale will be hosted by the Corridor Gallery inside the Esther Short Building, 610 Esther St., Vancouver, across from Esther Short Park. The exhibit, on display along the main hallways, is […]
The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum, 990 S.W. Rock Creek Dr., Stevenson, welcomes visitors to its new exhibit, "Unfiltered Expressions," featuring the works of abstract artist Gary Terry. This display is available for viewing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, September through November. Terry's art features a combination of recycled paints and natural […]
The Camas Public Library will host its annual Food Drive from Sept. 1 - Sept. 30. Donations will be given to the Camas School District's Family-Community Resource Center. Requested items include the following: - Cooking and baking staples - Instant meals - Seasonings and condiments - Individually-wrapped snacks
The Clark County Parade of Homes is an annual showcase of elegant custom homes in Southwest Washington highlighting the best in home design, luxurious amenities, new technology, outdoor living and imaginative use of space. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sept. 9 through 25 (closed on Mondays and Tuesdays) at Zephyr Point […]
Single Seniors will meet for food and cards at Round Table Clubhouse, 5016 NE Thurston Way, Vancouver. 12 to 3 p.m. on Sept. 9. For more information call 360-892-8944.
WSU Vancouver will host an "Admissions 101" seminar from 2 to 3 p.m. throughout the months of September and October. This in-person presentation will cover WSU Vancouver’s application process, financial aid, degrees offered, common myths, student life opportunities and more. A Q&A will follow the presentation. Pre-registration is strongly encouraged. For more information, contact the […]
The Camas Public Library will host its newest Teen Event, "Teen DIY Tote Bag" on Sept. 9 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Attendees will create a personalized tote bag using a Cricut machine and a heat press. All necessary materials will be provided. Registration is free and required to attend, attendees can register online at […]
Rocksolid Community Teen Center is celebrating 20 years of making an impact with youth in our community at 4 p.m. Sept. 9, with a ribbon cutting at 4:30pm. The celebration will be held at the teen center, 12919 N.E. 159th St., Brush Prairie. The public is welcome, as are past and present board members, staff, […]
Portland Center Stage at the Armory presents "Tick, Tick...BOOM!" Aug. 20-Sept. 18 at 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Before he electrified the world with "Rent," Jonathan Larson was a young man struggling to make his mark in the theater. While he waits tables and seeks his big break, the pressure to give it all up […]
The Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair showcases local nonprofit agencies, churches and performers from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sept. 10 in Esther Short Park. The event highlights local groups working on causes from hunger and homelessness to BIPOC, climate change and animal welfare. Costumed reenactors depicting Ruth Bader Ginsberg and Harriet Tubman will stroll […]
The Fort Vancouver Regional Library Foundation fundraiser, "Satisfy Your Senses," will happen from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 10 and 11 at Latte Da Coffee House and Wine Bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver. The event, which offers free admission will feature paintings, jewelry and a variety of other art styles, along with music […]
The Camas Public Library will host its annual Food Drive from Sept. 1 - Sept. 30. Donations will be given to the Camas School District's Family-Community Resource Center. Requested items include the following: - Cooking and baking staples - Instant meals - Seasonings and condiments - Individually-wrapped snacks
The Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, located at 9213 SE Evergreen Highway in Vancouver, will host its Second Saturday Work Party from 10 a.m. to noon on Sept. 10. This month's meeting will focus on some pruning and trimming. Refreshments will be served for all volunteers.
The third annual Model Railroad Show & Swap Meet will be held at the Three Rivers Mall in Kelso from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 10. Admission is $5.00 per person aged 13+. Children 12 and under free with a paid adult. The event will include vendors, food, layouts, and entertainment for the whole […]
The Portland Art Museum presents "Perspectives," a special exhibition of more than 60 works by local BIPOC (Black, indigenous and people of color) photographers made during the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. Perspectives features work by artists Emery Barnes, Joseph Blake, Linneas Boland-Godbey, David (Daveed) Jacobo, Mariah Harris, and Byron Merritt. The exhibition opens […]
Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free seminar "Defending Against Decline! Protecting Health, Wealth and Liberty as We Age" starting at 11 a.m. Sept. 10. This event will be presented both virtually as well as in-person by attorney Beckie Pettis. Registration is free and required to attend. To register and […]
Ridgefield School District will celebrate Ridgefield's past, present and future at Experience Ridgefield, a community carnival from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sept. 10 at the Ridgefield Administrative & Civic Center at 510 Pioneer St. in downtown Ridgefield. Experience Ridgefield features family-friendly activities including a game truck, an inflatable bounce house, a rock climbing […]
