Clark County Open Studios Tour returns from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Nov. 5 and 6. Now in its ninth year, the free, self-guided tour allows the public to visit local artists in their studios. Open Studios is an annual juried art event designed to enhance community awareness of talented local artists while enriching […]

Beacock Music presents "A Grand Night for Singing," in the Beacock Music Recital Hall, 1420 S.E. 163rd Ave., Vancouver. "A Grand Night for Singing" is a musical revue showcasing the […]

Gather Arts Studio is offering make-and-take candlemaking workshops from 2 to 4 p.m. Nov. 6 and 26 and from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 18 at 16523 N.E. 170th Ave., […]

Friends of Chamber Music's 2022 Dvořák Festival at Lincoln Hall, 1620 S.W. Park Ave., Portland, will present five concerts featuring the Martinů Quartet with guest artists Karel Košárek on piano, […]

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra season continues on Nov. 5 and 6 with guest soloist trumpet virtuoso Craig Morris. Under the baton of Maestro Salvador Brotons, Morris will perform Haydn’s "Trumpet […]

Metropolitan Youth Symphony will perform at 4 p.m. Nov. 6 at The Old Church at the Madeleine Parish, 3240 N.E. 23rd Ave., Portland. The concert will begin with a quartet from Grammy-nominated, […]

Oregon Children's Theatre presents "Dog Man: The Musical," from Oct. 23 to Nov. 20 at the Newmark Theatre, 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland. Performances are at 2 and 5 p.m. Saturdays […]

Artist Sola Cejas has transformed her home at 1004 W Street, Vancouver, into a full-house immersive art experience. Last year, hundreds of local visitors came to see this one-of-a-kind experience. It was so successful that Cejas has decided to make this experience an annual event. This year, Cejas presents Haus After Dark. Guests are invited […]

The Clark County Children’s Sharing Project invites the community to “shop” with its online auction from Nov. 7-15. Go to event.auctria.com/8f7a878d-3fde-4f9d-b7b4-43f8db62e62d/. Shop by bidding on a stay at the Oregon coast, a romance package at a local lodge, gift baskets, wine and spirits, gift certificates for local eateries and a singing teddy bear. If you'd […]

The Oregon Zoo is offering visitors a chance to “paws and relax” this fall with half-price admission Nov. 7-11: $12 for adults and $9.50 for children. Discounted tickets must be […]

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at 1 p.m. For more information, call 360-892-8944

The board of the Clark County Public Facilities District will hold a public meeting from 4 to 5 p.m. on Nov. 7. The meeting will be on the Teams platform. Anyone wishing to attend the meeting can use this link  and use the meeting password "xMRmJu" or call 1.213.262.7043 and use the access code 544 […]

Friends of Chamber Music's 2022 Dvořák Festival at Lincoln Hall, 1620 S.W. Park Ave., Portland, will present five concerts featuring the Martinů Quartet with guest artists Karel Košárek on piano, mezzosoprano Laura Beckel Thoreson and Kenji Bunch on viola. The concert dates are 3 p.m. Nov. 6 and 13 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7, 9 […]

The Lewis River Rotary Club will meet at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main St., at 7 a.m. Nov. 8. Rotarian Tom Crozier will explain The Rotary Foundation and how Rotary is dedicated to causes that build international relationships, improve lives, and create a better world. For more information contact Sue Coates at […]

The Oregon Zoo is offering visitors a chance to “paws and relax” this fall with half-price admission Nov. 7-11: $12 for adults and $9.50 for children. Discounted tickets must be […]

The Pittock Mansion, 3229 N.W. Pittock Dr., Portland, is offering a new exhibit from July 19 through Nov. 13, "Black in Oregon: 1840-1870." The Oregon Black Pioneers’ travelling exhibition highlights some […]

Single Seniors will meet for breakfast at Kitchen Table Cafe, 705 N.E. 136th Ave. starting at 10 a.m. on Nov. 8. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The Sons and Daughters of Italy will host an evening playing bocce ball at Vancouver Elks Lodge No. 823, 11605 S.E. McGillivray Blvd., starting at 5:30 p.m. every Tuesday, weather permitting. Courts are located behind the main building. For additional information call 360-521-5584.

The Northeast Hazel Dell Neighborhood Association will being having monthly meetings starting in November. Meetings will be held via Zoom until further notice. Hybrid options are planned to be available in the future. Meetings will be held every second Tuesday of the month starting at 7 p.m. Zoom information: Meeting ID: 987 879 8744; Passcode: […]

Nutritionist Karen Kennedy will host a free Zoom webinar about blood sugar and exercise at 7 p.m. Nov. 8. Kennedy will discuss the benefits of exercise on blood sugar, show how to be strategic with an exercise routine and relay concrete steps to start a walking program. Register at https://mailchi.mp/3bee5fdf533b/9jj1sp9mnn.  

The November meeting of the Northeast Hazel Dell Neighborhood Association will take place via Zoom starting at 7 p.m. Nov. 8. The agenda for the meeting will include: Updates on Association boundary changes, updates on the Heritage Farm Steering Committee, information on C-tran's proposal to establish a Vine bus route on Highway 99. Meeting link: […]

The 10th anniversary Portland Film Festival is screening a film by a Vancouver filmmaker, "Buffalo Soldiers: Fighting on Two Fronts," which explores the role played by the Black soldiers throughout […]

Take Off Pounds Sensibly group that meets every Wednesday at 17401 S.E. 39th St. from 8 to 11 a.m.. For more information, contact Sharon Hall at 360-332-5771.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Vancouver 1056 meets at Vista Del Ria 17401 SE 39th St. every Wednesday from 8 to 11 a.m. For more information, contact Sharon Hall at 661-332-5771.

See the musical "My Fair Lady" at the Keller Auditorium, 222 S.W. Clay St., Portland, from Feb. 29 through March 5. Boasting such classic songs as “I Could Have Danced […]

The Oregon Zoo is offering visitors a chance to “paws and relax” this fall with half-price admission Nov. 7-11: $12 for adults and $9.50 for children. Discounted tickets must be reserved online in advance of visits; no walk-up admissions can be accommodated. Guests can check in on orangutan mom Kitra and her 6-month-old baby Jolene, […]

Single Seniors will meet for their monthly planning meeting in the Vancouver Mall Library. from 11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Nov. 9. Board and planning meeting before weekly food and cards social, all are welcome to attend. For more information, call 360-892-8944

Single Seniors bi-weekly food and cards meeting in the Vancouver Mall food court, starting at 1 p.m. For more information, call 360-892-8944

The Battle Ground Rotary club meets every Wednesday at the Galeottis Banquet Room in old town Battle Ground, 715 East Main St., starting at 5:30 p.m. Guests are always welcome. Doors open at 5 p.m. for socializing. Battle Ground Rotary is a non-profit club. The club seeks to raise funds to help with local and […]

Belly dancing classes are offered at Malia's Dance Studio, 228 N.E. 19th Ave., Camas, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Learn shimmies, hip articulations, graceful hands, body fluidity and artistry. Classes combine fusion belly dance with eclectic music, from Wardruna to Lizzo to Fleetwood Mac to Metallica. In person and online classes are both available. […]

Clark County Green Neighbors presents a free Zoom workshop about making your own green cleaning products from 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 9. Learn how to make three versatile household green cleaners. Attendees qualify for a free green clean kit at no cost. Register for the workshop at clarkcountycomposts.org/classes-and-workshops/current-offerings/726-green-cleaning-2.

Friends of Chamber Music's 2022 Dvořák Festival at Lincoln Hall, 1620 S.W. Park Ave., Portland, will present five concerts featuring the Martinů Quartet with guest artists Karel Košárek on piano, mezzosoprano Laura Beckel Thoreson and Kenji Bunch on viola. The concert dates are 3 p.m. Nov. 6 and 13 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7, 9 […]

The Oregon Symphony presents Portland-born rapper, singer and songwriter Aminé in his orchestral debut at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 9 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 S.W. Broadway, Portland. After critically acclaimed album launches, his breakout single "Caroline," explosive sets at Coachella and Lollapalooza, plus a show-stopping performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, […]

The Oregon Zoo is offering visitors a chance to “paws and relax” this fall with half-price admission Nov. 7-11: $12 for adults and $9.50 for children. Discounted tickets must be reserved online in advance of visits; no walk-up admissions can be accommodated. Guests can check in on orangutan mom Kitra and her 6-month-old baby Jolene, […]

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 954 meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Minnehaha Church of Christ, 3217 N.E. 54th St. For more information, contact Helen Sheerin at 503-351-7395.

Single Seniors will meet at Golden Corral buffet, 11801 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd. starting at 2:45 p.m. Nov. 10. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

Artist Sola Cejas has transformed her home at 1004 W Street, Vancouver, into a full-house immersive art experience. Last year, hundreds of local visitors came to see this one-of-a-kind experience. It was so successful that Cejas has decided to make this experience an annual event. This year, Cejas presents Haus After Dark. Guests are invited […]

Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic features David McIntire at Art at the Cave gallery, 108 E Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver, at 7 p.m. Nov. 10. There's a $5 suggested donation to attend. Donations can be made in person or through Christopher Luna’s PayPal account (christopherjluna@gmail.com). Include a memo stating that the money is for Ghost Town […]

Prairie High School drama students will present the musical comedy "Once Upon a Mattress," with performances at 7 p.m. Nov. 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 as well as 1 […]

As part of a suite of Veterans Day programming, The Historic Trust and Humanities Washington invite the community to an engaging in-person conversation with the historian and author Julie Pham […]

Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents "Once Upon a Mattress," a stage adaptation of the fable of the princess and the pea. The musical comedy features dancing and live […]

Battle Ground High School presents "A Christmas Carol," with performances Nov. 10-12 and 17-19 at The Lair inside Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Doors will […]

Clark College presents "The Shadow Box," with performances at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at the Decker Theatre, located on the Clark College campus at 1933 […]

The Soweto Gospel Choir will perform at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 S.W. Broadway, Portland, at 8 p.m. Nov. 10. Hailing from Soweto (South West Township), a town outside […]

The Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, presents Comedy on Tap on the second Thursday of every month at 8 p.m. featuring local and regional stand-up comics hosted by Tristian […]

The Columbia Gorge Interpretive Center Museum, 990 S.W. Rock Creek Dr., Stevenson, welcomes visitors to its new exhibit, "Unfiltered Expressions," featuring the works of abstract artist Gary Terry. This display is available for viewing from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. every day, September through November. Terry's art features a combination of recycled paints and natural […]

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry presents Marvel: Universe of Super Heroes, open through April 9. Celebrating more than 80 years of the Marvel Universe, the interactive exhibition features […]

The Oregon Zoo is offering visitors a chance to “paws and relax” this fall with half-price admission Nov. 7-11: $12 for adults and $9.50 for children. Discounted tickets must be […]

In honor of Veterans Day, the Oregon Zoo will offer free admission for military veterans and active military personnel, as well as up to five family members who accompany them […]

On Nov.11, ilani Casino Resort will celebrate Veteran’s Day by inviting all active-duty military and veterans for a day full of resources and entertainment. Veterans can take part in ilani’s hiring event, enjoy exclusive veteran/military member dinning discounts and  rock out at the Bret Michaels show inside the Cowlitz Ballroom, where a portion of ticket […]

Single Seniors will host a game day starting at 11:30 a.m. Nov. 11. Attendees are asked to bring their own brown bag lunch. For more information call 360-892-8944.

Mon Ami Cafe, 1906 Main St., Vancouver, presents a group art exhibit, "Bowvember: A Celebration of David Bowie." An opening night reception will be held on First Friday, Nov. 4, at 5 p.m. The exhibit will be on display until Nov. 30. To learn more, call 360-750-5693.

Artist Sola Cejas has transformed her home at 1004 W Street, Vancouver, into a full-house immersive art experience. Last year, hundreds of local visitors came to see this one-of-a-kind experience. It was so successful that Cejas has decided to make this experience an annual event. This year, Cejas presents Haus After Dark. Guests are invited […]

The JT Wise Duo, husband-and-wife singers and songwriters, will perform at 14 Acres Vineyard and Winery, 2411 N.E. 244th St., Ridgefield, from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 11.

Walker Hayes will perform at Portland's Theater of the Clouds, 1016-1098 N. Center Ct. St., Portland, at 7 p.m. Nov. 11. Visit www.walkerhayes.com for more details. Ticket prices are $35, $45 and $55. Prices do not include service charges. Ticket prices subject to change. Tickets can be purchased from Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets can also […]

Beacock Music presents "A Grand Night for Singing," in the Beacock Music Recital Hall, 1420 S.E. 163rd Ave., Vancouver. "A Grand Night for Singing" is a musical revue showcasing the […]

Prairie High School drama students will present the musical comedy "Once Upon a Mattress," with performances at 7 p.m. Nov. 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 as well as 1 […]

Battle Ground High School presents "A Christmas Carol," with performances Nov. 10-12 and 17-19 at The Lair inside Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Doors will […]

Friends of Chamber Music's 2022 Dvořák Festival at Lincoln Hall, 1620 S.W. Park Ave., Portland, will present five concerts featuring the Martinů Quartet with guest artists Karel Košárek on piano, mezzosoprano Laura Beckel Thoreson and Kenji Bunch on viola. The concert dates are 3 p.m. Nov. 6 and 13 and 7:30 p.m. Nov. 7, 9 […]

The Young Professionals Company at Oregon Children’s Theatre will present "Pestilence:Wow!," a dark comedy set in France in 1348 where a third of the population has been wiped out by […]

The Portland Opera presents "Carmen" at the Keller Auditorium, 222 S.W. Clay St., Portland, Nov. 5, 11 and 13. Showtimes are 7:30 p.m. Nov. 5 and 11 and 2 p.m. […]

Clark College presents "The Shadow Box," with performances at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at the Decker Theatre, located on the Clark College campus at 1933 […]

Bret Michaels will perform at ilani's Cowlitz Ballroom at 8 p.m. Nov. 11. Tickets are $29 and $49 via ilaniresort.com and Ticketmaster.com. Poison front man Michaels is known for hit singles such as “Every Rose Has Its Thorn,” “Go That Far” and “Nothing But a Good Time" and has sold over 50 million records worldwide. […]

The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host their annual Make a Difference Day tree planting along Burnt Bride Creek from 9 a.m. to noon, Nov. 12. Attendees and volunteers are asked to park on N.E. 41st Circle and follow signs to the worksite, next to 1806 NE 41st Circle, Vancouver

Mountain View High School's Instrumental Program is hosting its 42nd annual Holiday Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 at 1500 S.E. Blairmont Drive. The market features artisan products from 270 vendors plus concessions and baked goods.

The Vancouver Farmers Market will host a Fall Farmers Market on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 5 to Dec. 17 at its regular location near Esther Short Park on the corner of 8th Street and Esther Streets in downtown Vancouver.  

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 […]

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, […]

Get started on Christmas shopping at a holiday artisans' market featuring gift baskets, quilts, handcrafted goods and children's items from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 at Brush Prairie Baptist Church, 11814 N.E. 117th Ave., Vancouver. Proceeds benefit Options 360 Women's Clinic.

Washougal-area artists are opening their studio doors to a holiday market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 and 13. The Washougal Studio Artists Tour Holiday Market includes five stops and features 15 local artists representing a vast array of creative works and mediums. There is no cost to join the self-guided tour. New […]

The Vancouver Elks #823 will host the Elk's Hoop Shoot Free Throw Competition from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 12 at Ellsworth Elementary, 512 S.E. Ellsworth Ave., Vancouver. Participation is free in this free throw program for kids ages 8 to 13. To sign up, contact Benito Tijerina at benitot@stjoevanschool.org or via text at […]

Cascades Presbyterian Church will host a poetry workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 12 led by Clark County Poetry Laureate Armin Tolentino and others. No experience is necessary. The workshop is best suited for participants ages 16 and older. Register at www.armintolentino.com.

The Jane Webber Evergreen Arboretum will host its monthly Second Saturday Work Party from 10 a.m. to noon on Nov. 12 This month attendees will be working on trees - pruning, thinning, removing. Lighter work will be available. Refreshments will be served.

The Pittock Mansion, 3229 N.W. Pittock Dr., Portland, is offering Behind the Scenes tours, where small groups of people are led by a guide through the parts of the mansion that are not accessible to most visitors. The tour includes basement passages, the boiler room, the Otis elevator machine room, third floor servants’ quarters and […]

The Southwest Washington Watercolor Society general meeting is at 11 a.m. Nov. 12. at the Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St. in downtown Vancouver at the intersection with Evergreen Boulevard. Luncheon will be served. Attendees should RSVP so volunteers will know how much food to prepare. The event will include drawings for paintings donated by […]

The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad is offering Patriot's Weekend Train Rides at noon and 2:30 p.m. Nov. 12 and 13, departing from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Tickets are $18 for adults, $17 for seniors and $12 for ages 3 to 12. To purchase tickets, visit tickets.bycx.org. The 1941 Alco diesel engine will […]

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.

Vancouver Art Space, located inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, is offering a Fall Leaves Watercolor Make-and-Take Class with instructor Hannah Complin. The class, which costs $65 including all supplies, is happening from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 12. Students will use watercolors to paint fall leaves on a round […]

Vancouver Art Space, located inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, is offering a Holiday Wreath Origami Class. The class, which costs $60 including all supplies, is happening from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Nov. 12. Students will create four to six origami wreaths out of festive paper. This class is designed for […]

Artist Sola Cejas has transformed her home at 1004 W Street, Vancouver, into a full-house immersive art experience. Last year, hundreds of local visitors came to see this one-of-a-kind experience. It was so successful that Cejas has decided to make this experience an annual event. This year, Cejas presents Haus After Dark. Guests are invited […]

All Saints Episcopal Church presents "American Fusion" gala, silent auction and concert from 6 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 12 at 2206 N.W. 99th St., Vancouver. The event is open to the public. The $35 ticket price includes catered hors d'oeuvres served by a local Boy Scout troop. To reserve tickets, contact Carol Sanza at 973-800-9268 or […]

Donate Life Northwest will host the kickoff event for its Anyone Can Be A Hero fundraising campaign on Nov. 12 at OMSI from 6:30 to 10 p.m. Guests will have exclusive access to the Marvel: Universe of Superheroes exhibit. The event will also include snacks, beverages, and fun activities. Tickets are $150 per person.

Beacock Music presents "A Grand Night for Singing," in the Beacock Music Recital Hall, 1420 S.E. 163rd Ave., Vancouver. "A Grand Night for Singing" is a musical revue showcasing the […]

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 […]

Prairie High School drama students will present the musical comedy "Once Upon a Mattress," with performances at 7 p.m. Nov. 4, 5, 10, 11 and 12 as well as 1 […]

Vancouver School of Arts and Academics presents "Once Upon a Mattress," a stage adaptation of the fable of the princess and the pea. The musical comedy features dancing and live […]

Battle Ground High School presents "A Christmas Carol," with performances Nov. 10-12 and 17-19 at The Lair inside Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. with curtains up at 7 p.m. Tickets are $7 per person, available online or cash at the door. This production of […]

The Young Professionals Company at Oregon Children’s Theatre will present "Pestilence:Wow!," a dark comedy set in France in 1348 where a third of the population has been wiped out by the Bubonic Plague. Part reality television, part psychedelic fever dream, this is a play about humans and the way we deal with real, actual tragedy: […]

Clark College presents "The Shadow Box," with performances at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 10, 11, 12, 18 and 19 at the Decker Theatre, located on the Clark College campus at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. General admission is $15 or $12 for seniors. Clark College students, faculty and staff are free. The play won a Tony […]

The Larry Fuller Trio will perform at 8 p.m. Nov. 12 at The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 S.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Tickets are $25 or $30 at the door. Doors open at 7 p.m. Fuller has built his reputation playing with jazz legends, including time in Ray Brown’s Trio, the Jeff Hamilton Trio and […]