Events

Clark County Quilters August Guild Meeting
2022-08-11 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Trinity Lutheran Church, 309 W 39th Street, Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
Clark County Quilters will host an in-person meeting from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 11 at Trinity Lutheran Church, 309 W. 39th St. in downtown Vancouver. Social hour begins at 6 p.m. and the program begins at 7 p.m. To participate via Zoom, email info@clarkcountyquilters,com to receive the link.
The featured guest speaker will be Sam Hunter, who will share a studio tour and offer tips on how to set up an ergonomic sewing space. On Aug. 13, Hunter will present a Zoom workshop, “What’s Your Word?” Learn how to design a quilt around a word, including a demonstration of foundation paper piecing the letters. The cost for the workshop is $50. See www.facebook.com/ClarkCountyQuiltersWA/.

Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic features Caroline Holm
2022-08-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Art at the Cave Gallery, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, WA, 98660, United States
The next Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic Night features poet Caroline Holm at Art at Art at the Cave Gallery, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., at 7 p.m. Aug. 11. There’s a $5 suggested donation to attend. Donations can be made in person or through Christopher Luna’s PayPal account at ch**************@***il.com. Include a memo stating that the money is for Ghost Town Poetry.
Holm is a Salem-based artist and writer whose first book of illustrated poetry and prose, “Woodland,” was released in February. Like much of her work, “Woodland” centers around nature and philosophy. To learn more about Holm’s work, visit carolineholmpoetry.com.

Free Coffee Friday at Latte Da to Raise Awareness for Alzheimer's
2022-08-12 07:00 - 20:00 | Latte Da Coffee House and Wine Bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver, WA, 98663, United States
Latte Da Coffee House and Wine Bar, 205 E. 39th St., Vancouver, will offer free 12-ounce cups of coffee every Friday in August to raise awareness for The Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Southwest Washington on Sept. 26. Even though the coffee is free, donations for the nonprofit organization are appreciated. Latte Da will match up to $200.

Northwest Oil Painters Guild Show and Sale at Corridor Gallery, July 18-Sept. 16
2022-08-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Esther Short Building, 610 Esther St., Vancouver, WA, United States
Northwest Oil Painters Guild is celebrating 20 years of supporting Northwest oil painters from from Mercer Island to Camas. The group’s annual show and sale will be hosted by the Corridor Gallery inside the Esther Short Building, 610 Esther St., Vancouver, across from Esther Short Park. The exhibit, on display along the main hallways, is open to the public from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., July 18 through Sept. 16. Many of the paintings are inspired by Northwest landscapes and history and works include professional and amateur works. There will be an opening reception for the exhibit from 5 to 9 p.m. Aug. 5 during downtown Vancouver’s First Friday Art Walk. To learn more about Northwest Oil Painters Guild, visit nopgartists.com.
Above image: “Refuge” by Jim Gola of Woodland

Blue Bond Gallery Grand Opening
2022-08-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2022-08-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Blue Bond Gallery, 6524 N.E. 10th Ave., Hazel Dell, WA, United States
Blue Bond Studio and Gallery, 6524 N.E. 10th Ave., Hazel Dell, is hosting a grand opening from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 11 to 13. For more information, visit the gallery’s Facebook page at facebook.com/BondStudioGallery2016/ or email bl************@***il.com. The gallery features paintings by the Clark County artist Blue Bond, an art teacher whose works have been exhibited locally since the mid 90s. Bond will give painting demonstrations and will offer one prize giveaway per day, valued at $50. Refreshments will be available.

Vancouver Summer BrewFest
2022-08-12 16:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-13 12:00 - 20:00 | Esther Short Park, West Eighth and Columbia streets , WA, United States
The Washington Beer Commission presents Vancouver Summer BrewFest Aug. 12-13. Hours are 4 to 8 p.m. Friday and noon to 8 p.m. Saturday in Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. This is a 21-and-over event and attendees must present photo ID. Tickets are $30 in advance online or $35 at the door. Admission includes eight 5-ounce tastes and a souvenir glass. Additional tastes are $2.50 each. Designated driver admission is $5, available at the door only (includes water and soda). Last call is 15 minutes before close. Last pour is 10 minutes before close.

Magenta Theater presents "Don Quixote de La Center"
2022-08-12 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-08-13 19:30 - 21:30, 2022-08-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver, WA, United States
Magenta Theater presents “Don Quixote de La Center” by local playwright David Bareford, a loose adaptation of Miguel de Cervantes 1605 novel, “Don Quixote de la Mancha” set in contemporary La Center at a group home for senior citizens. Aging resident Don Quintero decides he is a knight of old and embarks on misadventures comic and heartfelt as he and those around him grapple with dementia, identity and what truly defines us.
Nine performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Aug. 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, and 27 and at 2 p.m. Aug. 14, 21 and 28 at Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver. Doors open a half hour before showtime. Tickets are $20 in advance or $22 at the door (as available). Tickets can be purchased at www.magentatheater.com or by calling the box office at 360-949-3098.
Above image: Christopher Cleveland as Don Quintero (middle), Carol Radkins as Doris (right) and Zane Jager as Jimmy. Courtesy of Fetching Photos.

Fire and Grace performs at Old Liberty Theater
2022-08-12 19:30 - 21:30 | Old Liberty Theater, 115 N Main Street, Ridgefield, WA, 98642, United States
The acclaimed musical duo Fire & Grace — violinist Edwin Huizinga and guitarist William Coulter — will perform at the Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield, at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 12. This family-friendly evening takes listeners on a musical journey from folk tunes to classical compositions, from tango to Celtic ballads to up-tempo foot-stompers. For tickets ($27, including service charge), visit OldLibertyTheater.com/events/ or call 360-887-7260.

Volunteers Needed to Pack School Supplies
2022-08-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Crossroads Community Church, 7708 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver, WA, United States
Generosity Feeds communicated previously letting us know that they were not able to get the shipment of food here on time for our event for Second Saturday. In an effort to best serve our community, Crossroads Community Church and LoveNOW will still be having a second Saturday event to provide food and resources to those In our community that need it the most.
We look forward to seeing everyone tomorrow at Crossroads Community Church, Vancouver Wa @ 9am!

Washougal Art Festival
2022-08-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Reflection Plaza, 1703 Main St., Washougal, WA, 98671, United States
The Washougal Arts and Culture Alliance welcomes back artists and art lovers for the seventh annual Washougal Art Festival, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 13 at Reflection Plaza, 1703 Main St., Washougal. The in-person festival features the work of 25 professional local and regional artists. For a preview of artists and their work, visit washougalarts.org.
Admission to the festival is free. Attendees can participate in a raffle and silent auction for works of art donated by participating artists. While in Washougal, visitors are also encouraged to discover works of public art using the WACA art map washougalarts.org/local-art/ which provides locations, artists name and the year installed for more than 50 installations around town. Maps will be available at the festival.

Steiner Cabins Tour on Mt. Hood
2022-08-13 09:00 - 16:00 | In the Welches area of Mt. Hood, OR, United States
Mt Hood Cultural Center and Museum is hosting its annual Steiner Cabins Tour from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 13. Purchase tickets ($40) online at www.mthoodmuseum.org. Attendees will take a driving tour of select Steiner Cabins in Mt. Hood’s Welches area, including the newly restored St. John Catholic Church, built in 1937 by Henry Steiner. This is the first time the church will be on the tour since recent restoration work has been completed. Visit the museum’s website for details at mthoodmuseum.org/event/steiner-cabins-tour-2022/.

Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum Second Saturday
2022-08-13 10:00 - 12:00 | Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum, 9215 SE Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, WA, 98664, United States
Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum will host their monthly Second Saturday Work Party from 10 a.m. to noon on Aug 13 at 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway.
This month’s meeting will focus on cleaning up the Florence Wager garden. Refreshments will be served.

Portland Art Museum presents "Perspectives," photographs by BIPOC artists
2022-08-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Portland Art Museum, 1219 S.W. Park St., Portland, OR, 97205, United States
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 July 16 and will be on view through Nov. 13.
Captured here are various moments during the 2020 Black Lives Matter Protests through the eyes of local BIPOC Artists in Portland, Oregon. Attendees are invited to follow this journey, relive these moments, listen to the stories and open themselves to the perspectives represented. There is a great transformation underway and it is never too late to be on the correct side of history.
Museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. Tickets are $25 for adults, $22 for seniors and college students, and free for children 17 and under. Children 14 and under must be accompanied by a paid adults. Call 503-226-2811 or visit portlandartmuseum.org.

O'Keefe Farms Sunflower Festival, July 30-Aug. 14
2022-08-13 10:00 - 19:00, 2022-08-14 10:00 - 19:00 | O’Keefe Farms, 17604 N.E. 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie, WA, United States
O’Keefe Farms, 17604 N.E. 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie, is hosting its 2022 Sunflower Festival from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 30, 31, Aug. 4, 5, 6, 7, 11, 12, 13 and 14. Admission is $10 for ages 13 and older or $5 for ages six to 12. Admission is free for kids ages 5 and under. Admission includes three u-cut flowers and unlimited time to stroll the sunflower fields and take pictures. Kids ages 5 and under receive a free flower. Hayrides are available for $1 per person. Food will be available to purchase on Saturdays and Sundays July 30 and 31, Aug 6, 7, 13 and 14.
Artisan vendors will be featured at the festival and coffee and spirits will be offered every day of the festival. Steakburger food truck will be on site July 30 and Smokin’ Franks Barbecue will be on site July 31, Aug. 6, 7, 13 and 14. On July 30, enjoy live music from 4 to 7 p.m. with Kirby Swatosh and the Moon Rock Patrol. On Aug. 6 and 13, the Credence Clearwater Revival tribute band Fortunate Son will play from 4 to 7 p.m. There is no cover charge for any performance. Guests are free to bring their own picnic meals but no outside alcohol is allowed. Pets are not allowed on the farm during the festival. Photographers are allowed into sunflower fields with admission. To schedule time outside the festival, including “golden hour,” call 360-901-0926 or email ok*********@***il.com.
Above photo: Courtesy of www.misspoeticphotography.com

Law Firm Hosts Dementia Seminar
2022-08-13 11:00 - 14:00 | Online, WA, United States
Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free seminar “The Many Dimensions of Dementia” starting at 11 a.m. Aug. 13.
This event will be presented both virtually as well as in-person by attorney Karen Webber.
Registration is free and required to attend. To register and receive seminar webcast dates and details call, 360-696-2069.
All virtual registrants will receive login instructions by email prior to seminar.

Art Critique Group in Downtown Vancouver
2022-08-13 12:00 - 14:00 | 210 W Evergreen Blvd. Vancouver , WA, 210 W. Evergreen Blvd, Vancouver, 98660, United States
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 gq*******@***il.com.

Forest Fire Lookouts Exhibit at North Clark Historical Museum
2022-08-13 12:00 - 16:00 | North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, WA, United States
North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St. in Amboy’s renovated 1910 United Brethren Church, presents the Forest Fire Lookout Exhibit, on display throughout August. The museum will offer a free presentation at 2 p.m. Aug. 27 by Chuck Whitten, a former Forest Service employee who worked in the lookouts during the summer.
Lookouts were used in the early 1900’s to spot forest fires and relay the information back to a dispatcher. The living conditions were primitive and the hike to the lookout was an adventure. During WWII, they were used as Aircraft Warning Stations to watch for enemy planes flying over the area.
The Museum is open the second and fourth Saturday of the month from noon to 4 p.m. Tours are available upon request. The museum is wheelchair accessible and has air conditioning. Admission is free. Donations are welcome.
Raffle tickets will be available for $1 each for “Wild Flowers,” a quilt made by the Chelatchie Quilters. The quilt raffle is the museum’s annual fundraiser. For more information, please contact 360-247-5800 and leave a message or email mu*********@***il.com.

Jazz and Oysters in Ocean Park
2022-08-13 12:00 - 17:00 | Nahcotta Boat Basin, 3311 275th St., Ocean Park, WA, United States
“Jazz and Oysters” will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Aug. 13 at Nahcotta Boat Basin, 3311 275th St., Ocean Park, Wash. Bring blankets and chairs to enjoy live jazz. Food, including local oysters, will be available to purchase. Tickets are $25 per person. Purchase tickets at Jazz & Oysters – Water Music Festival.

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents free outdoor theater series
2022-08-13 18:00 - 20:00, 2022-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Metropolitan Performing Arts, 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Metropolitan Performing Arts presents a free outdoor theater series from July 16-Aug. 14 featuring an abridged and modernized version of Shakespeare’s “Much Ado About Nothing.” Shows are performed in different outdoor locations around Vancouver. Admission is free. Bring a blanket, lawn chair and picnic dinner. All performances are at 6 p.m. Here are the locations and dates:

Metropolitan Performing Arts, 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver
July 16, 17, 30 and 31
Mended Oak Winery, 10209 N.E. 299th St., Battle Ground
“Shakespeare at the Winery” event with live music, food trucks and local artists
Aug. 6 and 7
La Uva Fortuna, 16712 N.E. 219th St., Battle Ground
Aug. 13 and 14

Metropolitan Performing Arts is a nonprofit academy and community theater that offers classes in acting, dance, music, and tech. The cast of Much Ado About Nothing features local adult performers and teens. For more information, visit www.retropolitanperformingarts.org.

Free outdoor showing of "Don't Look Up"
2022-08-13 18:00 - 22:00 | Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver, 4505 E. 18th St., Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Attend a free outdoor showing of the movie “Don’t Look Up” on an inflatable 30-foot screen at Unitarian Universalist Church, 4505 E. 18th St., Vancouver, from 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 13. Attendees should bring their own blankets and chairs. On-site food trucks will offer meals for sale. Portable toilets large enough to accommodate wheelchairs will be available with handwashing stations. Rebecca Small, one of the authors of the Climate Action Plan, will discuss how to get engaged with city council on environmental issues. Guests can also visit resource booths with information on how to take more direct action.
The event is sponsored by Washington Environmental Council, Columbia River keeper, Sunrise SWWA, Vancouver Free Fridge, LULAC, Declare Emergency, Citizens Climate Lobby and Unitarian Universalist Church.

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents "A Night of Magic," Harry Potter-themed fun for adults
2022-08-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Metropolitan Performing Arts, 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Metropolitan Performing Arts presents “A Night of Magic,” from 7 to 10 p.m. Aug. 13 at 6403 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The evening includes a sorting ceremony, a Harry Potter Trivia contest, a lesson in defense against the dark arts, a costume contest, themed drinks, divination and more. This is an immersive event for attendees 21 and over; ID must be shown at the door. Guests are encouraged to dress up and bring their wands. Tickets are $20 general admission or $18 for military members and seniors. Tickets include an open poly juice potion bar (alcoholic and non-alcoholic); other specialty drinks are available to purchase. The entrance for the event will be at the rear of the building; attendees should drive around to the back to park, then enter through the castle door.

Summer Saturday Interpretive Programs: Clark County
2022-08-13 19:30 - 20:30 | Battle Ground Lake State Park, 18002 NE 249th St, Battle Ground, WA, 98604, United States
Battle Ground Lake State Park staff and volunteers will host fun, educational, and free Summer Saturday Interpretive Programs for adults and kids alike.
The program “Clark County: 1st and Greatest in WA!” will be held at 7:30 p.m. August 13.
Programs take place at Battle Ground Lake State Park, 18002 N.E. 249th St. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. A Discover Pass is required for day-use, which can be purchased on-site($10.00 per vehicle) . Attendees are encouraged to bring their own folding chairs and flashlights.

Summer Park Yoga
2022-08-14 13:00 - 16:00 | DuBois Park, California St., Vancouver, WA, 98661, United States
Heights Yoga will host Summer Park Yoga classes in the DuBois Neighborhood Park on Tuesdays and Sundays from June 26 to September 11.
Tuesday classes will held at 4:30 p.m. and lead by Kelsey Allan. Sunday classes will be held at 1 p.m. and lead by Anna Otoupal.

Single Seniors at 5 Guys Named Moe
2022-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Columbia Tech Center Park, 17701 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, WA, United States
Single Seniors will attend the 5 Guys Named Moe concert at Columbia Tech Center Park, S.E. Sequoia Cir. and S.E. Tech Center Dr., from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 14
For more information call 360-892-8944.
