Metropolitan Performing Arts presents ‘The Great American Trailer Park Musical: An All-American Musical Odyssey through Agoraphobia, Adultery, Hysterical Pregnancy, Strippers, Huffing, Electrical Chairs, Flan, Roadkill, Toll Collecting, Spray Cheese and […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer tree-planting event from 9 a.m. to noon Oct. 26 at Burnt Bridge Creek, starting at N.E. 18th Court, Vancouver (near the west entrance of Arnold Park). Volunteers should wear long pants, closed-toe shoes and dress for the weather. Volunteers should bring their own water and […]
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington needs volunteers for planting events around Clark County from 9 to noon on Saturdays in October and November. Register at thewatershedalliance.org. The dates and locations are below. Oct. 26: Burnt Bridge Creek, Vancouver Nov. 2: Horn's Corner, Ridgefield Nov. 9: Camas Nov. 16: Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Campus, Camas Nov. […]
Columbia River Economic Development Council will host the Innovation Expo from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Vancouver Innovation Center. Attendees can explore exhibits showcasing sustainable and inventive solutions from local businesses. Learn about cutting-edge technology and innovative STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) projects. Admission is free. Learn more at credc.org. […]
Bethel Lutheran Church will host a Holiday Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 6 at 12919 N.E. 159th St., Brush Prairie.
The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad offers Halloween train rides with an appearance by the Headless Horseman. Passengers are encouraged to come in costume and bring cameras. Trains depart at 9:30 a.m., […]
"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 rare organisms from around the world in stunning displays. His tributes to the beauty of the natural world broaden our knowledge about biodiversity and conservation. […]
Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road. The program is a 12-step literature study. Held in Room 7. Use […]
Columbia Springs will host a Fall Fest Nature Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 26 at 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Attendees of all ages will enjoy a day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fall. No registration is necessary for this drop-in event. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Above photo by Paul Peloquin
Community substance misuse prevention coalitions, law enforcement agencies and medical providers in Southwest Washington are collaborating to host drive‐thru drug take‐back events at five different locations across Clark County from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 26. Community members are encouraged to bring their unused and expired prescriptions and over‐the‐counter medications for safe, free disposal to […]
Pomeroy Farm's Pumpkin Lane is a fall tradition in Clark County. Visitors can take a hayride down Pumpkin Lane, featuring dozens of "pumpkin people" scenes. Guests can visit the pumpkin patch to pick out the perfect pumpkin, find beautiful backdrops for photo-ops, and explore the historic farm grounds including farm animals and several kids' activities. […]
The North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, will host a fall artisan market and craft show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 25 and 26. Vendors will be showcasing their artisan items, including paintings, quilts, jewelry, photography calendars, goat milk soap, multifaceted cut and polished rocks, handmade greeting cards, crocheted items, […]
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 and mends them with lacquer dusted with powdered gold. This exhibit will explore themes of healing through the artwork of kintsugi artist and master conservator Naoko […]
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 rediscovered photographs from Paul McCartney’s personal archive, more than 250 pictures document The Beatles’ meteoric rise from British sensation to international stardom. At a time […]
The MAiZE at the Pumpkin Patch on Sauvie Island will celebrate 70 years of The Peanuts comic strip with an eight-acre corn maize featuring Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Linus, and Sally. The MAiZE is open daily through Oct. 31. September hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. […]
Dick Hannah Subaru will hold a pet adoption event with West Columbia Gorge Humane Society from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 26 at 7407 N.E. Vancouver Plaza Drive, Vancouver. Dick […]
Small gnomes, fairies, ghouls and goblins are invited to explore the Gnome Trail from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 26. The residents of the Gnome Trail need your help. An […]
The Vancouver Community Concert Band and Jazz Band will present a Spooky Concert from 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at the Fort Vancouver High School Auditorium, 5700 E. 18th […]
St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road, Vancouver, will host a family-friendly Fall Festival from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 26. The festival will feature games, prizes, a costume parade at 4 p.m., crafts, face painting, a photo booth and a Trick or Treat Street. Food and drinks will be available to buy. […]
