Blue Bond Studio and Gallery, 6542 N.E. 10th Ave., Hazel Dell, has been revitalized. A grand re-opening celebration will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Feb. 9 and 10 with refreshments, art demonstrations and prizes. Visitors are invited to stroll around the gallery and view more than 200 works, from petite to very large, […]
Between Feb. 9 and 18, 23 wineries and tasting rooms of the Southwest Washington Winery Association in Clark and Cowlitz counties will hold their annual St. Valentine’s Wine and Chocolate Festival. Visit tasting rooms in Clark and Cowlitz counties to sample local wines paired with artisan chocolates. Hours, prices and pairings for each tasting room […]
Single Seniors will meet for food and cards at Veterans of Foreign Wars, 400 North Andresen Rd., from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information, call 360-892-8944.
Passages to Success will host a week of Galentine's fun at locations around Vancouver. Activities include happy hour at Heathen Brewing from 3 to 6 p.m. Feb. 9 with a photo booth, raffle prizes and giveaways. Other pop-up parties also include snacks and drink tastings. The week's schedule includes gatherings from 11 a.m. to 1 […]
The Police Activities League of Southwest Washington presents the fourth annual Burgers, Bites and Brews pub crawl fundraiser from Feb. 4 to 10. The fundraiser is a partnership with seven local eateries. Community members are invited to visit participating locations and let businesses know they are there for the fundraiser. A percentage of the proceeds […]
Enjoy an evening of music and dancing with your family at the Historic Hangar at Pearson Air Museum, 1115 E. Fifth St., Vancouver. Two dates are offered: 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 9 and 10. The cost is $16 for Vancouver residents or $18 for non-residents. Tickets can be purchased online or in-person at Firstenburg […]
Enjoy food, drinks, river views and live music from 6 to 9 p.m. every Friday at the AC Lounge, located in the AC Hotel by Marriott at 333 W. Columbia Way on the Vancouver waterfront. The duo River Twain plays "Dustbowl Soul," American roots and folk music with a 1960s twist.
Dive into the mysteries of the deep at the free Portland Winter Light Festival, Feb. 2-10 at various locations throughout Portland. Discover a world that glows under pressure. The festival is open 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays with additional pop-up locations throughout the week. Anchor locations are Pioneer Courthouse Square, World Trade Center Plaza […]
La Uva Fortuna presents "Sip and Sway: Ballroom with Brynlee" from 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 9 at 16712 N.E. 219th St., Battle Ground. Students will learn the basic steps and techniques of country swing, fox trot and salsa. Students are welcome to come with a partner or on their own. The cost is $25 […]
Heritage High School presents "Mamma Mia!" a Broadway hit with ABBA tunes, choreography and a heartwarming story. Performances are 7 p.m. Feb. 8-10 and 15-17 at in the auditorium at 7825 N.E. 130th Ave., Vancouver. General admission tickets are $12. Students, seniors aged 60 and over, and military personnel are $8. Tickets go on sale […]
The Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge offers Saturday Birding Hikes on select days from now through May. Walks start at 8 a.m. at the Carty Unit of the Refuge. Registration is required by sending an email to ridgefieldvolunteer@fws.gov. While walks generally last two to three hours, participants are welcome to stay or leave […]
The Fort Vancouver Visitor Center, 1501 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, will present a series of brief documentaries from 1 to 2 p.m. Feb. 10 recorded by National Park Service Ranger Shelton Johnson. The videos highlight the important role of Buffalo Soldiers within national parks. Admission is free but please register at friendsfortvancouver.org.
The Watershed Alliance will host a volunteer tree planting along Burnt Bridge Creek from 9 a.m. to noon Feb. 10. Volunteers should meet at N.E. 18th Court, Vancouver, near the west entrance of Arnold Park. Follow the signs to the designated parking area on 18th Court where the road dead-ends at Arnold Park. The work […]
Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road. The program is a 12-step literature study. Held in Room 7. Use Preschool entrance. For more information, call (360) 213-8902.
The League of Women Voters of Clark County will meet from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 10. The featured speaker is Jennifer Giltrop, Fort Vancouver Regional Library director.
Gardening enthusiasts are invited to join the Second Saturday Work Party at the Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 10. This month, volunteers will work in the pollinator garden. Refreshments are provided.
Clark County Quiliters will host a virtual workshop via Zoom from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 10 and 11. Workshop will be lead by Cindy Grisdela with a program titled "Fabulous Freehand Curves!" Attendees will learn to cut large scale curves freehand without templates or patterns. Add dots, skinny lines, wonky triangles and more […]
The Vancouver Farmers Market is open year-round at the intersection of Eighth Street and Esther Street in downtown Vancouver, next to Esther Short Park. Cold-season hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays from now through March 30. Find local farm produce and products, artisan wares, bread and baked goods, pet treats, flowers, plants […]
The nonprofit Please Don't Die Black Men host a Black History Month Fashion Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 10 at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Rd., Ridgefield. The purpose of this event is to showcase African Americans who have contributed significantly to the development of the […]
Portland Japanese Garden offers a new exhibit, "Masterpieces in Miniature: The Art of Netsuke Sculptures," on display in the Pavilion Gallery through March 4. Once immensely popular across Japan, netsuke (pronounced nets-keh) were miniature sculptures that also served as personal fashion accessories, overcoming the lack of pockets in men’s clothing by hanging small items from […]
