Washougal High School presents "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory," based on the book by Roald Dahl, playing May 10 through May 18 at 1201 39th St., Washougal. In this new version of the classic story, Charlie longs to tour the Wonka factory and searches for the elusive Golden Ticket. This musical blends songs from the […]
Columbia Dance Center is hosting Scottish Country Dance classes every Friday through June 14 from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at Columbia Dance Center, 1700 Broadway St., Vancouver. Beginners are welcome and no partner or special clothing are required. The cost is $8 at the door or free for the first class. For more information, contact […]
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 […]
Join Spruce the Couve, a spring clean-up in downtown Vancouver and Uptown Village from 9 a.m. to noon May 11. Volunteers will clean downtown from Fifth Street to 25th Street and plant flowers in Propstra Square. Registration is required at cityofvancouver.us/events/spruce-the-couve/. Volunteers should bring water bottles, gloves, kneeling pads, trowels or other hand tools for the […]
Prairie High School is hosting a plant sale from 3 to 6 p.m. May 8-10 and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11 at the Prairie High School greenhouse in the southwest corner of the campus at 11311 N.E. 119th St., Brush Prairie. Signs will be out to direct traffic. Payment is accepted in cash […]
The Master Gardeners Mother’s Day Weekend Plant Sale is 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. May 10 and 11 (by appointment only) and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 12 (no appointment needed) at the 78th Street Heritage Farm in Hazel Dell. Gardeners will find perennials and annuals, vegetables and herbs, houseplants and hanging baskets, mixed […]
The Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society will offer a Mother's Day Weekend Mum Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11 and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 12 at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St. Vancouver. Mums will be available outside of Greenhouse #5. Plants are $3 each with 13 flower […]
Enjoy a Mother's Day brunch and artisan market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 11 at Manor Grange, 17901 N.E. 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. A light brunch will be offered by The Crafted Palate. Sweet Styles Company will sell floral bouquets and 50 local crafters and artists will sell their wares at the market. […]
The 25th Anniversary Camas Plant & Garden Fair is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 11. Gardeners will find a huge selection of plants, trees, flowers and garden art along Fourth Avenue and side streets in downtown Camas. This year, the fair features 14 new vendors, including a seed farm, succulents, stained glass art, society […]
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 Preschool entrance. For more information, call (360) 213-8902.
The monthly work party at the Jane Weber Arboretum will be held from 10 a.m. to noon on May 11. Weed control is always on the agenda, other special projects may happen. Expect an educational conversation on weeds. Refreshments will be served.
Second Saturday Divorce Workshops offers online workshops from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month designed for anyone navigating the complexities of divorce. Professionals will offer guidance on finances, emotions and legal matters. Questions? Call Theresa Springer at 360 798-4161. Learn more at secondsaturday.com/locations/directory-category/wa/.
Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, offers a Blacksmithing Basics workshop from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 11. Students will learn the basics of blacksmithing in the farm's century-old shop. The workshop includes a lesson in this historic trade, focusing on traditional techniques used to construct various objects and tools. Attendees will […]
Kindred Homestead Supply hosts the Downtown Alley Flea Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month from March to October in the alley next to the store at 606 Main St., Vancouver. Shoppers can find everything from handmade pottery and upcycled flannels to artisan soaps, lotions and art prints […]
The La Center Ars Council presents the La Center Arts Fair, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 11 at the Holley Park Wheel Club Community Center, 1000 E. Fourth St., La Center. The event features local artist booths, food vendors and kids' activities. The event will begin with a performance of the Cowlitz Drummers and […]
Lilac Days at the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily from April 20 to May 12 at 115 S. Pekin Rd., Woodland. The gardens are a restoration project to honor the work of famed lilac developer Hulda Klager. The grounds, a national historic site, contain an 1800s house with […]
The Portland Japanese Garden's "Vision of Place" exhibit runs through June 10. The exhibit features photography from Portland’s sister city, Sapporo, Hokkaido prefecture, in celebration of the 65th anniversary of the cities' sister city relationship. Admission is $21.95 for adults, $18.95 for seniors 65 and older, $17.95 for students with ID, $15.95 for youth ages […]
The English department at Clark College hosts its annual Creative Writing Festival from May 6-11. The event, which is free and open to the public, features activities geared for writers at all levels. The festival allows writers to immerse themselves in workshops and readings by renowned authors. It will culminate with the Clark Spring Creative […]
The Camas Public Library is offering a used book sale from May 9-12 at 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. May 9-11 and noon to 4 p.m. May 12. On May 12 only, attendees will be able to fill a shopping bag with as many books as they can […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Spring Tea, featuring two seatings at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. May 11 at the Marshall House, 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver. Enjoy small bites and teas from Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary. Live music will be provided by local singer and songwriter, Owen Kortz. Tickets are $65 per person. Reservations are […]
