The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas, hosts an All Ages Chess Club on the third Saturday of the month at 2 p.m. Attendees should bring their own chess sets, if they have them.
Clark County Public Health and Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries offer a Conscious Consumption, a free educational series highlighting environmentally friendly lifestyles at the Cascade Park Community Library, 600 N.E. 136th Ave., Vancouver. The series features workshops and events for residents of all ages to learn about sustainability topics, including food waste reduction, worm bin composting […]
The Cascade Park Community Library presents a Trashion Show from 2 to 3 p.m. May 18 at 600 N.E. 136th Ave., Vancouver. Participants can create a wearable garment or accessory for the runway or submit artwork for a gallery show. All entries must be made from reused or recycled materials. Prizes will be awarded to […]
Vancouver Art Space, 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, will offer a "Paint Baby Animals" Watercolor Make-and-Take class from 2 to 4 p.m. May 18. Artist instructor Hannah Complin will show you how to paint baby animals in water color. Pre-sketched animals will be available to choose from. Class is best suited for students […]
Calling all Teen Bakers! The Camas Public Library, 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., offers "Bakeology," a teen baking program from 3 to 4 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month. All experience levels are welcome and it's free to participate. We'll go over what went well, where we can improve, and learn new things along the […]
Fern Prairie United Methodist Church, 26112 N.E. Brunner Road, Camas, will host its sesquicentennial anniversary celebration at 3 p.m. May 18. The celebration includes a pageant from the beginnings of Methodism to the Northwest and Fern Prairie, featuring pioneers, preachers, congregation and children. Donations are sought for the "Firm Foundations Future Fund" to maintain the […]
Above and Below Art Studio is offering summer adult classes with two nine-week sessions, Saturdays, May 18-July 13 or Wednesdays, May 22-July 17. Both classes run from 3 to 5:15 p.m. in the Marketplace atrium (near Java House and Art on the Boulevard) at 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Students will enjoy group discussions, one-on-one guidance, […]
Clark County Food Bank will host the Tacos and Taps fundraiser from 4 to 9 p.m. May 17 and 18 at 6502 N.E. 47th Ave., Vancouver. Tickets are $40 general admission or $50 for VIP tickets. Six-pack ticket packages for groups are also available for $270 or $360 for a VIP six-pack. Choose either night […]
Liz Pike will unveil new art from 5 to 7 p.m. May 18 at Camas Cellars, 602 N.E. Third Ave., Camas. Guests will enjoy complimentary appetizers, wines and chocolate truffles. Reservations are required; call or text Pike at 360-281-8720.
Mark the 44th anniversary of Mount St. Helens' eruption with The Next Level Band featuring Tony Jacobs. The band will play from 5 to 8 p.m. May 18 at Georgie's Garage and Grill, 606 Broadway St., Vancouver. No cover charge.
Singer, songwriter and fingerstyle guitarist Kit Garoutte plays a jazz-tinged variety of originals and classics from several genres from 6 to 8 p.m. May 18 at Emanar Cellars, 1113 S.E. Rasmussen Blvd., Battle Ground.
Heritage High School Thespians bring the 1968 George A. Romero classic, "Night of the Living Dead," to the stage. Performances are at 7 p.m. May 9, 10, 17 and 18. Tickets are $12 for general admission; $8 for students, seniors and military. The comedic play isn't suitable for guests under 13. Tickets go on sale […]
Evergreen High School presents "The Lightning Thief (A Percy Jackson Musical)" playing from May 10-18 at 14300 N.E. 18th St., Vancouver. Showtimes are 7 p.m. May 10, 11, 16, 17 and 18. This musical adaptation of Rick Riordan's bestselling book follows teenager Percy Jackson. When he discovers he's a demigod, he and his friends embark […]
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 […]
VanCity Ballroom offers a beginners' lesson and social dancing at 7 p.m. Saturdays at 9212 N.E. Hwy 99. The 45 minute lesson begins at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing of all styles (ballroom, Latin, swing and nightclub) until 10 p.m. A different dance is covered each week. Visit vancityballroom.com for upcoming lessons. No experience […]
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 […]
Weekly Vipassana mediation sessions are 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sundays at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. This type of meditation encourages self-observation by focusing on the inner self in a non-judgmental way. There's a $1 to $10 suggested donation to participate but no one will be turned away.
Fern Prairie United Methodist Church, 26112 N.E. Brunner Road, Camas, will host its sesquicentennial anniversary celebration at 3 p.m. May 18. The celebration includes a pageant from the beginnings of Methodism to the Northwest and Fern Prairie, featuring pioneers, preachers, congregation and children. Donations are sought for the "Firm Foundations Future Fund" to maintain the […]
The Covington House will host Game Day from noon to 3 p.m. May 19 featuring board games, puzzles and more. Bring your own tabletop game or choose one of the provided games. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Learn more about the historic Covington House, 4201 Main St., Vancouver, at covingtonhistorichouse.com.
Shibori is a Japanese dyeing technique that involves folding, bunching or bundling fabric, binding it and dyeing it with indigo dye. The results are patterned blue lines that are both geometric and organic. In this workshop, students will create their own patterns and designs using a variety of tools and techniques. Two workshops will be […]
