The Stocking Stuffer Holiday Market at the Valiant Ballroom, 5 to 8 p.m. Dec. 6 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 7, features a selection of products priced at $30 or under, perfect for a Christmas stocking. Shoppers will find an array of handcrafted goods, artisanal treats and unique products created by local makers. […]
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 new ice skating rink at Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is open from Nov. 23 to Jan. 1. The synthetic rink will be open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturdays. The rink will be closed Nov. 28 (Thanksgiving day), Dec. 2, 4, 5, […]
The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club holiday open house from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, Dec. 1, 7 and 8 at the clubhouse, 2505 N. Vancouver Ave., Portland. Visitors can see an HO scale model of the Columbia Gorge and surrounding areas. VIP tours start at 8:30 a.m. Buy […]
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 […]
Friends and Foundation of the Camas Public Library will offer a Winter Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 5-7 and from noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 8 625 N.E. Fourth Ave., Camas. Peruse thousands of gently used books for sale at bargain prices. Fill shopping bags with books for $5 on Dec. […]
The Camas Public Library hosts Family Storytime from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for children aged 2 to 5 featuring a 30-minute storytime followed by a craft. Adults must accompany children. Registration is required at CamasPL.org/FamilyStorytime.
Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, is hosting a make-your-own nutcracker workshop from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 7. Attendees will paint and decorate their own nutcracker. Students can choose from an assortment of styles and adornments to customize a 12-inch-tall nutcracker. The cost is $60 and includes all materials. Register at https://vampireunicorns.xyz/product/nutcracker-class/.
Get To-Gather Farm, 1913 S.E. 303rd Ave., Washougal, will host winter festivities from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 7. Enjoy hayrides to see Santa Claus for a family photograph, chestnuts roasted on an open fire, s'mores, hot cocoa and gluten-, dairy- and cane sugar-free treats sold by Camas-based Morenita. Photo packages begin at $21, including […]
Northwest Personal Training is hosting a new winter training program held on Saturdays from noon to 1 p.m. The six week program will explore a new training technique each week. Cost is $180 for the full six weeks. All fitness levels are welcome to attend, whether a beginner or a seasoned athlete, this program will […]
Pomeroy Farm will host six Christmas Teas at noon on Dec. 4, 7, 11, 14, 18 and 21. The menu will feature assorted savories and sandwiches, various desserts, scones and tea. Reservations are required by email to staff@pomeroyfarm.org. Include party size, preferred date and any dietary concerns. Tickets are $42 each. A tour of Pomeroy Farm's […]
Metropolitan Performing Arts presents "White Christmas" with showtimes at 7 p.m. Dec. 6, 12, 13 and 20; 6 p.m. Dec. 7 and 14; and 2 p.m. Dec. 8, 15 and 21. The musical follows veterans Bob Wallace and Phil Davis, who have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romance in mind, the […]
Touch of Class Chorale presents its holiday concert series, “A Season of Hope," featuring traditional carols and contemporary songs from Latvia, France, Spain, Italy, Poland and the United States. Performances are 7 p.m. Dec. 6 at East Woods Presbyterian Church; 2 p.m. Dec. 7 at Mill Plain United Methodist Church; and 3 p.m. Dec. 15 […]
Columbia Springs will celebrate salmons' return to their native waters with a drop-in, family-friendly event from 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 7 at Woods Landing, Southeast Riverwood Lane, Vancouver. Meet at the Columbia Springs parking lot, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, at 2 p.m. to walk as a group to the spawning site. Guests can also […]
Vancouver Dance Theatre presents "The Nutcracker" at 7 p.m. Dec. 6-7 and 2 p.m. Dec. 7-8 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. Tickets are $17 to $20 at www.vancouverdancetheatre.com.
Virtuosity Dance presents "The Nutcracker," with performances from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 7 and 1 to 3 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Joyce Garver Theater, 1500 N.E. Garfield St., Camas. Tickets are $21 to $26 at vegagym.com/virtuosity-dance/.
The Corridor Gallery, located in the halls of the Esther Short Building at 610 Esther St. in downtown Vancouver, is hosting the Society of Washington Artists' annual Veterans Art Exhibit. The exhibit features the work of six local artists who have served in the military. Art can be viewed from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. […]
The Yacolt Tree Lighting and Vendor Market is 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 7 at Yacolt Town Square, 102 E. Yacolt Road, Yacolt. Santa arrives with sirens and lights at 5 p.m. The tree lighting ceremony is at 6 p.m. Attendees can get 2024 city ornaments, meet Curly the Camel, enjoy hot beverages and treats […]
See the Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at Portland International Raceway, 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Nov. 29-Dec. 31. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays, 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. The light show is open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. Dec. 13-25, Christmas Day. Recognized as the largest holiday light show […]
The Grotto's Christmas Festival of Lights is Nov. 29 through Dec. 30 (except Christmas day) at 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland. This walk-through event features millions of lights and about a quarter-mile of footpaths. Guests can also enjoy choir concerts in the chapel, outdoor caroling, puppet shows and live music. Visitors should dress for the […]
