The American Legion Tum Tum Post 168 hosts a Bingo Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the third Friday of every month at 21400 N.E. 399th St., Amboy. Enjoy an evening of bingo and help support local veterans and their families. All are welcome. Proceeds directly benefit veterans’ assistance programs in North Clark County.
Scottish Country Dance "Friday Frolic" classes run from 7:30-9 p.m. Fridays through Dec. 19 at Columbia Dance, 1700 Broadway, Vancouver. The first class is free. No partner or special clothing is needed but soft-soled shoes are recommended. New dancers are welcome. Admission is $8. Learn more at rscds-swws.org or contact Liza Halpenny at lizahalpenny@msn.com.
The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a volunteer planting event from 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 20 at Horn’s Corner, 4411 S. Settler Dr., Ridgefield. Wear long pants, rainboots or waterproof shoes and dress for the weather. Bring snacks and water.
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 29-Dec. 21 from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Riders will see views of the Lewis River from a hillside vantage point, take a trip through a solid rock tunnel and then […]
The Vancouver Bridge Club will host free, assisted bridge play from 9:15-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Attendees will get a free bridge lesson then play. Assistance will be available if needed.
Columbia Springs is hosting a Evergreen Tree Nature Day from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 20. Drop in any time (no registration required) to enjoy hands-on science and nature experiences exploring evergreen tree communities. The event is designed to be engaging for all ages, from preschoolers to adults. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Photo by Paul […]
Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, will host a Finishing Salts Workshop from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 20. Discover the world of finishing salts and learn how to add depth, texture, and complexity to dishes. Learn the differences between fresh and dried ingredients as well as techniques to use on your own. […]
Play bridge with individuals with masterpoints at 11 a.m. Saturdays at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The cost is $10.
The Winter Native Arts Market is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 20 at the Clark County Historical Museum. Admission to the market and museum are free. Discover one-of-a-kind, last-minute gifts at this market showcasing Indigenous cultures through art, music and storytelling. Shop from 17 Native artists and makers selling handcrafted jewelry, textiles, carvings and prints. Each purchase […]
Art at the Cave gallery hosts a free Artist's Talk from 1 to 2 p.m. on the third Saturday of every month at 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Artists featured in the gallery's current exhibit will answer questions such as what inspired them and how they created their art. Learn more at artatthecave.com.
Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]
The Camas Public Library will host a Chess Club everything third Saturday of the month starting at 2 p.m. People of all ages and skillsets welcome. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chess sets and boards, but some will be provided. Register at camaspl.org/CHESSCLUB.
The city of Vancouver will host a rain-or-shine Winter Solstice Sunset Walk from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Dec. 20, starting at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver. Take a two-mile afternoon walk along the banks of the Columbia River to honor this quiet turning point and the slow return of the light. Walk […]
Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, 12217 N.E. Highway 99, Vancouver, will host Bells of the Cascades for the handbell ensemble’s “Winter’s Tale” concert at 4 p.m. Dec. 20. Adult tickets are $20 and student tickets are $5 at the door. Children under 6 are free.
Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, will host six Tarot Nights from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 8, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 and from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 18, Nov. 15 and Dec. 20. The cost is $18 for a 15-minute session; $35 for a 30-minute session; or $50 for 15 minutes each with three readers. […]
Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]
Visitors are invited to see a drive-through live re-enactment of the Christmas Nativity with narration from 6-8 p.m. Dec. 19-21 at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints - Vancouver North Stake, 11101 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver. Narration in English, Spanish and Russian will be broadcast to FM stereos. CDs and YouTube links are available […]
VanCity Ballroom offers Saturday social dancing and beginners' lessons at 9212 N.E. Highway 99, Suite 110, in Hazel Dell. A 45-minute lesson starts at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing of all styles until 10 p.m. No partner or dance experience are required. Learn a new dance each week, from ballroom and Latin to swing […]
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 29-Dec. 21 from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Riders will see views of the Lewis River from a hillside vantage point, take a trip through a solid rock tunnel and then […]
Columbia Dance will present a historically inspired "Nutcracker" at 1 and 5 p.m. Dec. 20 and 21. This one-of-a-kind production includes fur trappers, wapato plants and covered wagons as Fort Vancouver history is woven into this classic ballet. Hudson's Bay Company Chief Factor John McLoughlin brings a fur trapper to a Christmas Eve Party. His […]