Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver, presents "Silent Sky," based on the true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, whose pioneering work in astronomy went largely unrecognized during her lifetime. […]
The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington will host a series of fitness classes to help older adults become more active. The Battle Ground and Brush Prairie area will have two classes a day, one from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and the other at 10 to 11 a.m. Both held on Wednesdays […]
Passages to Success presents the Business Basic Training Series boot camp for solo entrepreneurs, early-stage business owners and those considering entrepreneurship. Led by The Fractional Handyman and Jacki Grace Coaching, this series of three half-day sessions provides a combination of tactical business tools and mindset strategies for success. Module 1 is "Business Model, Budgeting and […]
The Salmon Creek Lions Club is hosting a yard sale fundraiser to support local programs for youth, the environment, sight and hearing disabilities and food banks from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 16 and 17 at 11510 N.W. Ninth Ave., Vancouver. Donations to the sale are welcome. Learn more at salmoncreeklions.org.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Southwest Washington will host an Art Group at the NAMI office, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105, Vancouver, from 1 to 3 p.m. every Friday. For more information, visit www.namiswwa.org or call 360-695-2823.
Single Seniors weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, call 360-892-8944.
The Camas Public Library will host an all-ages, groovy good time with Pete the Cat from 3:30-5:30 p.m. upstairs in the combined community rooms and in the children's library downstairs. Step into the colorful world of author James Dean’s blue feline with Pete the Cat-themed crafts, activities and stories. The event will feature hands-on stations […]
Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver, hosts a "Clay Together" pottery date night from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Fridays of each month. The cost is $150 per couple. Class features beginner-friendly projects like slab-rolled mugs and vases with one single-color firing (additional colors are available for an extra […]
Columbia House hosts the "Roots and Resilience: You Are Not Dreaming Alone" film series from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on certain Fridays. The community is invited to enjoy free films, discussion and light refreshments at The Park at University Village, 2735 N.E. 134th St., Vancouver. The schedule is Feb. 21: A family risks it all […]
Liberty Middle School presents “The Music Man, Jr.,” at the Joyce Garver Theater, 1500 N.E. Garfield St., Camas. This family-friendly musical comedy about Harold Hill, a charismatic con artist posing […]
Metropolitan Performing Arts presents "Alice By Heart" with performances May 9-25 at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Set in war-torn World War II London, the play reimagines Lewis Carroll’s […]
Journey Theater presents "Peter/Wendy," based on J.M. Barrie’s original "Peter and Wendy and The Little White Bird," rather than the Disney version of Peter Pan, with performances from May 9-17 […]
Experience the roaring 20s with "Prohibition" at Cloverlane Mercantile and Event Center, 16391 N.E. 182nd Ave. in Hockinson, at 7 p.m. May 16. DJ Patrick will set the stage spinning with Jazz Age beats with a modern twist. Guests will enjoy era cocktails and a themed menu as well as a costume and dance contest. […]
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.
Love Street Playhouse presents "Moon Over Buffalo," April 25 to May 18, centering on George and Charlotte Hay, fading stars of the 1950s stuck playing "Private Lives" and "Cyrano De Bergerac" at a community theater in Buffalo, New York. They learn that filmmaker Frank Capra is coming to town to see their matinee and may […]
Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver, presents "Silent Sky," based on the true story of 19th-century astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, whose pioneering work in astronomy went largely unrecognized during her lifetime. This drama explores how, during a time of immense scientific discoveries, women's ideas were dismissed until men claimed credit for them. Tickets are $26 at […]
Columbia Springs' annual Kids Fishing Fest from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 17 features fishing for kids ages 5-14 with expert fishing mentors; a free fishing pole for each registered fishers, as well as up to two fish to take home; science and nature activities; and a barbecue lunch for all attendees (vegetarian options […]
WSU Extension Small Acreage Program will host the 18th annual Small Acreage Expo from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. May 17 at the 78th St. Heritage Farm, 1919 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver. The expo features workshops on wildfire preparedness, mud and manure management, grazing field demonstration, septic system maintenance and financial, protecting soil and water, no-till drill […]
The Water Resources Education Center will host a volunteer clean-up from 9 to 11 a.m. May 17. Volunteers will weed, trim and remove invasive blackberries. Tools and gloves will be provided. Register at cityofvancouver.us/events/water-center-garden-cleanup-13/. For more details, email vanwrec@cityofvancouver.us or call 360-487-7111.
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a Litter Cleanup at Frenchman's Bar from 9 to 11:30 a.m. May 17. Volunteers should meet at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park, 9612 N.W. Lower River Rd., Vancouver. Volunteers should dress for the weather with long pants and sturdy shoes and bring their own snacks and water. Register […]