Second Saturday at the Arboretum

Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum 9215 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, WA, United States

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.

Free

Second Saturday Divorce Workshop

Online via Zoom WA, United States

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/.

free

Blacksmithing Basics

Pomeroy Farm 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt, WA, United States

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 […]

$125

Downtown Alley Flea Market

Kindred Homestead Supply 606 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

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 […]

free

La Center Arts Fair

Holley Park Wheel Club Community Center 1000 E. Fourth St., La Center, United States

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 […]

free

Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens

Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens 115 S. Pekin Road, Woodland, WA, United States

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 […]

$10

Clark College Creative Writing Festival

Clark College 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, WA, United States

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 […]

free

Camas Public Library Book Sale

Camas Library 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas, WA, United States

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 […]

Spring Tea at the Marshall House

Marshall House at Fort Vancouver National Historic Site 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver, WA, United States

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 […]

$65

Single Seniors Sing Along

St. Luke's Episcopal Church 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

Single Seniors will host a sing-along event at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. May 11. Attendees must be fully vaccinated to attend. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

Humanities WA Writing Workshop: How to Write a Family Portrait

Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum 115 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco, WA, United States

Columbia Pacific Heritage Museum and Humanities Washington will host a "How to Write a Family Portrait" workshop at 1 p.m. May 11 at 115 S.E. Lake St., Ilwaco. The workshop, […]

Open Door Stitchery Circle

North Clark Historical Museum 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, WA, United States

The North Clark Historical Museum will host the Open Door Stitchery Circle from 1 to 4 p.m. May 11. Bring a project to work on, visit with others, share ideas and learn something new.

free

Vancouver Folk Singers Sing Along

St. Luke's Episcopal Church 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States

The Vancouver Folk Singers will meet at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, located a t 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. May 11. Meeting will begin at 1, singing will start at 1:15 p.m. Attendees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to attend.

Spring flowers watercolor class at Vancouver Art Space

Vancouver Art Space WA, United States

Vancouver Art Space, 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, will offer a “Spring Flowers” Watercolor Make-and-Take class from 2 to 4 p.m. May 11. Artist instructor Hannah Complin will […]

$40

Stand-up Comedy at Underbar with Cam Strong

UnderBar 1701 1/2 Broadway Street, Vancouver, WA, United States

UnderBar, a basement speakeasy at 1701 1/2 Broadway St., Vancouver, presents "Laughgasm" stand-up comedy show at 7 p.m. May 11 hosted by Logan Loughmiller with headliner and Helium Comedy Club favorite Cam Strong, as well as Patti Mansbach, Ross Passeck, Andrea Menchaca and Almond Larson. There's a $10 cover charge. Drinks will be available to […]

$10