Kids can show off their costumes and learn about wildlife during the Oregon Zoo’s annual Howloween festivities, Oct. 22–23 and Oct. 28–31. Activities are best suited for children ages 2-12, but all are welcome. A scavenger hunt around the zoo will teach kids about healthy habitats for wildlife. Activities take place each day until 3 […]
Clark County Quilters presents the Quiltfest Northwest Fiber Arts Show from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 20, 21 and 22 at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Admission is $8 per day or $15 for a three-day pass. Admission is free for children under 12 and a […]
Portland Japanese Garden presents its final art exhibition of 2022, "The Garden of Resonance," featuring the work of internationally acclaimed artist Jun Kaneko. Kaneko, winner of the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Sculpture Center, has made major contributions to the field of sculptural art on a global scale, exploring the relationships between art, […]
The Portland Art Museum presents "Perspectives," a special exhibition of more than 60 works by local BIPOC (Black, indigenous and people of color) photographers made during the Black Lives Matter protests in 2020. Perspectives features work by artists Emery Barnes, Joseph Blake, Linneas Boland-Godbey, David (Daveed) Jacobo, Mariah Harris, and Byron Merritt. The exhibition opens […]
The Oregon Historical Society presents "Motown: The Sound of Young America," featuring stage outfits from many of the label’s top performers, interviews with Motown legends and opportunities to get inside the creative process perfected at Motown. Visitors will also experience interactive displays, including a chance to perform the Supremes’ “Stop! In the Name of Love” […]
Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt, will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday in October; admission ends at 4 p.m. Take a hayride down Pumpkin Lane, pick out the perfect pumpkin (priced by circumference from $1.50 to $12 for standard pumpkins; specialty pumpkins are […]
The Rose City Vintage Market returns to the Portland Expo Center, 2060 N. Marine Drive, Portland, on Oct. 21 and 22, featuring two days of 250 curated vintage and antique collections where shoppers can find modern, retro and one-of-a-kind finds. Shoppers will find clothing, shoes, costume jewelry, mid-century furniture, lamps and décor galore. "Early Buy" […]
Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free seminar "Trusts 101! How to Protect Who You Love and What You Have as You Age" starting at 11 a.m. on Oct. 22. This event will be presented both virtually as well as in-person by attorney Beckie Pettis. Registration is free and required […]
During October, Vancouver's food scene will be on display as restaurants offer 3 items for $25 or $35. Dine the Couve returns as an annual month-long event hosted by Visit Vancouver WA to support small businesses, while celebrating the city's and county's culinary prowess. Restaurants will offer a three-course meal comprised of appetizer, entrée, and […]
Artists and art lovers over 18 are invited to join the Art Critique Group meeting every Saturday from noon to 2 p.m. in the atrium at 210 W. Evergreen Blvd., near Art on the Boulevard and Meiko's Marketplace Flowers. Attendees will draw, paint, and discuss art. For more information, email Gail at gqrn12316@gmail.com.
Meaningful Movies Ridgefield presents "Climate Solutions" from 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 22 at Ridgefield Community Library 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. These six short films showcase students speaking out, creating solutions and leading change. This event is for school-aged children and their parents. From 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22, there will be an […]
Vancouver Art Space, inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, is offering an alcohol inks class where students will learn simple techniques for using permanent alcohol inks to create designs on tile and other smooth surfaces. The workshop is from 2 to 4 p.m. Oct. 22. The cost is $60 per […]
North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St. in Amboy's 1910 United Brethren Church, will present an exhibit about the Columbus Day Storm on Oct. 12, 1962. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the storm. It originated in the Pacific Ocean and created havoc from northern California to southern British Columbia in Canada. It […]
Vancouver Ballet Folklorico is hosting a Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) ancestral celebration from 4 to 8 p.m. Oct. 22 in Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. The event honors and remembers those who have departed. Día de Muertos is a celebration of life, love and healing. Experience beautiful luminarias, traditional Mexican […]
The Clark County Historical Museum will host guided tours, telling the stories of Clark County's haunted history. Tours will take place every Friday and Saturday night in October, starting at 6 p.m. at the Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St, Vancouver, WA 98661 Tour guides will lead up to 25 people for approximately a […]
Cinema of Horrors drive-in movie experience returns to the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, 17402 N.E. Delfel Rd, Ridgefield, with classic horror movies playing from Oct. 7-31; see the full list of films below or visit ridgefield.cinemaofhorrors.com. The event is a live-action horror movie experience where screams from the screen come to life. […]
Locals Live at ilani is a competition for singers who will compete for $5,000 and a headlining show in ilani's Muze Lounge. Beginning 7 p.m. Oct. 15, preselected singers will […]
Meaningful Movies Ridgefield presents "Climate Solutions" from 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 22 at Ridgefield Community Library 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. These six short films showcase students speaking out, creating solutions and leading change. This event is for school-aged children and their parents. From 7 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22, there will be an […]
Vancouver Elks 823 presents the fourth annual Nightmares on Elk Street Haunted House at 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., Vancouver, open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October. This is an extremely scary indoor haunted house with disturbing depictions of blood and gore, including visual and auditory frights, strobe lights and fog machines. It is not […]
"Little Shop of Horrors" will play at Portland's Winningstad Theatre, inside Antoinette Hatfield Hall at 1111 S.W. Broadway, from Oct. 7 through 30. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Tickets range from $27.25 to $52.25, available at www.stumptownstages.org or www.Portland5.com or by calling the box […]
