The next Camas First Friday “Spring into History and Culture” is 5 to 8 p.m. April 4. This event will offer a historic talk and walking tour, a photo contest, art shows, Camas history games, after-hours shopping and crafts. Interactive cultural pop-ups will enable community members to share their heritage through food, music, art, fashion […]
Denis Hayes, a key organizer of the first Earth Day in 1970, has been instrumental in advocating for environmental awareness and action. The new art exhibit Roots of a Movement: Denis Hayes, Camas, and Earth Day, opening in the Camas Library's Second Story Gallery from 5 to 8 p.m. April 4, will explore the origins […]
The next Clark County Historical Museum After Hours, 5 to 8 p.m. April 4, features the Vancouver NAACP, League of United Latin American Citizens, and Odyssey World International Education Services at the museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver. Learn about their missions and how you can get involved. The museum will be free and open to […]
RedDoor Gallery will host a First Friday open house from 5 to 8 p.m. April 4 at 411 N.E. Dallas St., Camas. See oil paintings by award-winning artist Fongwei Liu, watch a live model painting demonstration and participate in a drop-in fused glass flower workshop ($25 per flower) led by glass artist Shirley Bishop. Another […]
Vancouver's Downtown Association hosts a First Friday Art Walk on the first Friday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. Explore downtown Vancouver's many art galleries, boutiques, restaurants and […]
Matt Hodges will offer an evening of classic country music from 6 to 8 p.m. April 4 at the Barberton Grange, 9400 N.E. 72nd Ave., Vancouver. Hodges will perform country music featuring songs from the 50s through the 80s and share country music memorabilia from his personal collection. Dancing is encouraged. Admission is $5; children […]
The Clark County Historical Museum presents “They Want Our Rhythm, But Not Our Blues: African American Innovation Through Pop Culture,” a lecture by LaToya Brackett, part of the museum's Speaker Series. This presentation at 7 p.m. April 4 will explore the impact of African American culture on mainstream pop culture, highlighting the contributions of Black […]
Beacock Music presents "Fools for Love," a cabaret celebrating all types of love, in the Beacock Music Recital Hall, 1420 S.E. 163rd Ave., Vancouver. Take a journey through love’s highs and lows with a mix of musical styles from jazz and blues to Broadway and pop. With three singers at the forefront, the group brings […]
Birdhouse Books's next First Friday Poetry Night is 7 to 8:30 p.m. April 4 at 1001 Main Street (below Short & Sweet), featuring Kristin Berger and Debra Elisa. Berger is the author of six poetry collections including "Earthwork", "Echolocation", "How Light Reaches Us", and "For the Willing." Elisa leads Poetry Play and other creative workshops. […]
The North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, and musician Wayne Hoffman host First Friday Open Mic nights from 7-10 p.m. on the first Friday of every month. Sign-ups begin at 6 p.m. Anyone is welcome to perform onstage with talented vocalists and musicians playing guitar, banjo, autoharp, fiddle, piano and singing. There's […]
First Evangelical Church, 4120 N.E. St. Johns Road, Vancouver, hosts a First Friday Game Night from 7 p.m. to midnight on the first Friday of every month. Bring your own board games or play from available games. Pizza is provided or bring snacks. Get details at facebook.com/groups/firstfridaygamenight/.
Columbia Dance Center will host Scottish Dance Classes from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fridays from Jan. 10 to March 28. New dancers are welcome. No partner or experience is needed. Soft-soled shoes are recommended. The first class is free. Additional classes are $8 at the door. Learn more at rscds-swws.org.
As seen in Branson, Missouri, Tim Hadler will perform his George Strait tribute show, "Strait to Branson," at 8 p.m. April 4 at Mt. Valley Grange Hall, 40107 N.E. 221st Ave., Amboy. Admission is $20. Proceeds benefit veterans. Doors open at 7 p.m. Learn more at gumicampusa.com or call 417-294-5248.
The Vancouver Farmer's Market summer season runs through Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays on Eighth Street and Esther Street near Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver. Visit vancouverfarmersmarket.com for a list of vendors and special events.
Ridgefield is hosting the Discover Downtown Dash all-ages scavenger hunt from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 5 in downtown Ridgefield and Abrams Park, 400 Abrams Park Road, Ridgefield. Register at lf.ridgefieldwa.us/Forms/QQUhh or in person at 9:30 a.m. Individuals and teams will race against time to navigate indoor and outdoor locations, complete challenges and collect […]
The Gathering Place Christian Fellowship will host the fourth annual Vancouver Chocolate, Coffee and Tea Fair from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 5. Attendees can sample goods from artisan chocolatiers, specialty coffee roasters and premium tea-makers. Attendees are invited to participate in prize raffles. Admission is free.
Propain Bicycles North America, 11100 N.E. 34th Circle, Vancouver, will host a factory showroom grand opening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 5. Attendees are invited to support local trail networks by helping raise funds for Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance. Get tips from professional mountain bikers, enjoy food from El Mas Chingon food truck […]
Vancouver Mall, 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Vancouver, will offer photo opportunities with the Easter Bunny from March 28 to April 19 in the JCPenney Court on the lower level. Visiting hours are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Fridays; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays. Reservations […]
Kindred Vancouver, 2213 Main St., Vancouver, will host an Art Supply Swap from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. April 4 and 5. Crafters, artists and DIY enthusiasts are invited to share their unused materials while refreshing their creative stash. Participants should bring yarn, fabric, beads, paint, brushes, markers, DIY kits or tools. Even those who […]
Pomeroy Farm will honor the spunky redhead from the "Anne of Green Gables" novels with a themed menu featuring assorted savories and sandwiches, desserts, scones and tea, all inspired by the books. Tickets are $42 per person. Doors open at noon on April 2, 5, 9, 12, 16, 19, 23 and 26. A tour of […]