The Portland Holiday Market runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 17-20 at the Portland Expo Center, a holiday craft, food and gift show with more than a 100,000 square feet of exhibit space. The event features hundreds of local makers and creators selling handmade gifts, craft items, artwork, food items, clothing, jewelry, ornaments, […]

Pomeroy Farm invites you to take family photos during “Christmastime at the Farm” from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 19 and 20. Snap your holiday card photos, meet Santa, enjoy a hot drink from Bluum Coffee and snag some goodies at the holiday vendor market. Santa Claus will be at the farm from 11 […]

Attend the Gem Faire Nov. 18-20 at Westside Commons, 801 N.E. 34th Ave., Hillsboro, Ore. Fair hours are noon to 6 p.m. Nov. 18, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 19 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 20 (no admittance after 4 p.m.). Admission is $7 for a weekend pass. The fair features fine […]

The fourth annual CooperCon from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 18-20 features three days of presentations, discussions and socializing at the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver. Hear from first-hand witnesses of the infamous skyjacking, listen to experts on the case, learn about cutting-edge scientific discoveries that may lead to the case being solved […]

Vancouver Art Space, located inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283, is offering a Watercolor Holiday Cards workshop. The class, which costs $60 including all supplies, is happening from noon to 2 p.m. Nov. 20. Students will get inspiring ideas and reference photos to create their own, original holiday cards. Students will […]

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 music of Richard Rodgers and the lyrics of Oscar Hammerstein II. The program features songs from such lesser-known works as "Allegro," "Me and Juliet," "State […]

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 and 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets range from $20 to $42 at octc.org/dog-man. or call 503-228-9571. The show is recommended for ages 7 […]

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 […]

Joseph and Julieann Platt will host a four-week merengue and salsa class at Vancouver Fitness Studio, 9212 N.E. Hwy. 99, Suite 110, Vancouver, from 6 to 6:45 p.m. Nov. 13 to Dec. 11 (no class Nov. 27). This class will be a continuation of the beginning class and will focus on footwork, crossbody leads, hammerlocks […]

Pittock Mansion, 3229 N.W. Pittock Drive, Portland, rings in the holidays with this year’s Music Makes the Season exhibit. Take in the sounds of the season through the festive, music-themed displays by volunteer decorators. The exhibit is on display from Nov. 21 through Jan. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day except Tuesdays, […]

The Camas Public Library will host a weekly "Kid Librarian" event when a kid gets to be a librarian for a day. Each new Kid Librarian will share the books they're reading, reimagined cover art and a video book review. Registration is required. Registration and more information is available online at CamasPL.org/kidlibrarian.

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

Re-Imagined Radio presents "Hearing Voices," oral histories from the Clark County Historical Museum. The radio presentation features true stories told by the people who lived them. The stories are "Living with Chief Joseph," "Working the SPS Railroad" and "The Russians Arrive." The program will be broadcast at 1 p.m. Nov. 21 on KXRW.FM and KXRY.FM. […]

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 Lewis River Rotary Club will meet at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main St., from 5:45 to 7 p.m. on Nov. 22. The meeting's speaker will be Todd Millar, owner of Pull Caffe Roasters and Wood-Fired Bakery in Yacolt. For more information contact Sue Coates at suecoates5@gmail.com or 360-798-5196.

"Cook the Book" book club for culinary enthusiasts meets at the Camas Library, 625 N.E. 4th Ave., Camas, once a month. The next meeting is from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 22, with an emphasis on comfort foods. Each month will focus on a different type of recipe (e.g. appetizers, soups or cookies). Participants will cook […]

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.

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.

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 American history, with emphasis on the settling of the American West and colonialism abroad. By combining diverse perspectives, the film examines the soldiers' sometimes contradictory […]

Experience Portland Art Museum's newest exhibit, "Symbiosis," from Nov. 12 to Feb. 12 at the Center for an Untold Tomorrow building at 934 S.W. Salmon St., Portland. The exhibit is an immersive sci-fi storytelling installation by Dutch design collective Polymorf combining VR headsets and sensors, haptic suits, soft robotics, and taste- and smell-based elements. Symbiosis is a performative, […]

Clark College's Archer Gallery, located inside the Penguin Union building on Clark College's main campus at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, presents its new exhibit, "Claiming Space," featuring large-scale paintings by Jeremy Okai Davis, V. Maldonado, Elizabeth Malaska and Michelle Ross. An opening reception with the artists is at noon on Nov. 16 and is […]

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

Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays without a visit to ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland. Bring friends and family to enjoy a an nighttime walk through a dazzling display of 1.5 million lights, ZooLights runs from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 23 to Jan. 5, except Christmas Day, […]

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 […]

Knit and Natter is a weekly drop-in program for knitters, crocheters and other fiber artists. Meetings are held on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 6:45 p.m. at the Vancouver Mall Library, 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive #285. All ages are welcome. For more information, contact Judy Turner at 360-896-7135.

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. […]

Many Paths is an interfaith gathering from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov 23 at All Saints Episcopal Church, 2206 N.W. 99th St., Vancouver, open to all who wish to start their time of thanksgiving with gratitude and grace. Presented by the Interfaith Coalition of Southwest Washington and hosted by All Saints Episcopal Church, the two-hour […]

Take Off Pounds Sensibly Chapter 0658 meets every Thursday from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 300 S.W. 7th Ave., Battle Ground. For more information, contact Donna at 562-355-0950.

The Portland Spirit is offering a Thanksgiving Buffet Cruise boarding at 11 a.m. on Nov. 24 and cruising from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Relax as you cruise down the river taking in the views of Portland and the historic Milwaukie waterfront. Enjoy a buffet meal with holiday classics and desserts. Adult prices start at […]

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 for a Thanksgiving celebration ant McGrath's Fish House, 12501 S.E. 2nd Circle, starting at noon Nov. 24. For more information call 360-892-8944.

George Bailey, Clarence and the Bedford Falls community will come to Portland Center Stage this holiday season, in a fresh, inventive reimagining of the beloved holiday story. "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" will open on Nov. 25 and run through Dec. 24 at The Armory, 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Tickets are […]

Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays without a visit to ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland. Bring friends and family to enjoy a an nighttime walk through a dazzling display of 1.5 million lights, ZooLights runs from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 23 to Jan. 5, except Christmas Day, […]

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 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 […]

Jurassic Quest is America’s biggest and most popular dinosaur event, and walk among the dinosaurs at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds Nov. 25-27. Visit www.ClarkCoEventCenter.com for more information or see www.jurassicquest.com/events/ridgefield-wa for tickets. Timed tickets are available and advance ticket purchase is strongly encouraged. Hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. […]

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 hundreds of artifacts, including original art, costumes and props, most of which have not been on public display outside of this exhibit. Museum admission, including […]

George Bailey, Clarence and the Bedford Falls community will come to Portland Center Stage this holiday season, in a fresh, inventive reimagining of the beloved holiday story. "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" will open on Nov. 25 and run through Dec. 24 at The Armory, 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Tickets are […]

Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays without a visit to ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland. Bring friends and family to enjoy a an nighttime walk through a dazzling display of 1.5 million lights, ZooLights runs from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 23 to Jan. 5, except Christmas Day, […]

The Winter Wonderland drive-through light show at the Portland International Raceway will be open from Nov. 25 through Dec. 31 at 1940 N. Victory Blvd., Portland. It's the largest light show in the Northwest, spanning the entire track. Hours are 5 to 10 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays and 4:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. […]

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.

The Grotto, 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland, will offer its annual Christmas Festival of Lights from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30, except Christmas day. Hours are 5 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 25 to Dec. 16 and from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 17-30. Online advance tickets are $14 for ages 12 and up and […]

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 […]

Join the Rotary Club of Vancouver for the Community Tree Lighting Ceremony at 4 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 25, at Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Enjoy entertainment, live music, carriage rides and holiday treats. Santa and the elves will help everyone make merry as thousands of twinkling lights come alive at 6 p.m. […]

Journey Theater presents "Shrek: The Musical" with performance from Nov. 18-26 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. Show are 7 p.m. Nov. 18, 19, 25 and 26 and matinee shows are at 2 p.m. Nov. 19 and 26. Adult admission is $16, youth and seniors are $13. A 75-cent processing fee […]

George Bailey, Clarence and the Bedford Falls community will come to Portland Center Stage this holiday season, in a fresh, inventive reimagining of the beloved holiday story. "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" will open on Nov. 25 and run through Dec. 24 at The Armory, 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Tickets are […]

Love Street Playhouse presents the holiday comedy "A Nice Family Gathering," with performances from Nov. 25 through Dec. 11 at 125 Loves Ave. in Woodland. Non-refundable tickets are $22, plus a $2 service fee, at www.lovestreetplayhouse.com or by phone at 800-966-8865. The play, set in Pryor Lake, Minnesota, centers around the first family Thanksgiving at […]

Jurassic Quest is America’s biggest and most popular dinosaur event, and walk among the dinosaurs at the Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds Nov. 25-27. Visit www.ClarkCoEventCenter.com for more information or see www.jurassicquest.com/events/ridgefield-wa for tickets. Timed tickets are available and advance ticket purchase is strongly encouraged. Hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Nov. […]

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 Chelatchie Prairie Railroad will offer Christmas Special Train Rides every Saturday and Sunday from Nov. 26 to Dec. 18 at 9:30 a.m., noon and 2:30 p.m. Trains depart from the station at 207 Railroad Ave., Yacolt; passengers should arrive early for boarding. Tickets are $18 for adults, $17 for military or seniors age 60 […]

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, […]

Experience Portland Art Museum's newest exhibit, "Symbiosis," from Nov. 12 to Feb. 12 at the Center for an Untold Tomorrow building at 934 S.W. Salmon St., Portland. The exhibit is an immersive sci-fi storytelling installation by Dutch design collective Polymorf combining VR headsets and sensors, haptic suits, soft robotics, and taste- and smell-based elements. Symbiosis is a performative, […]

Clark College's Archer Gallery, located inside the Penguin Union building on Clark College's main campus at 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver, presents its new exhibit, "Claiming Space," featuring large-scale paintings by Jeremy Okai Davis, V. Maldonado, Elizabeth Malaska and Michelle Ross. An opening reception with the artists is at noon on Nov. 16 and is […]

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.

George Bailey, Clarence and the Bedford Falls community will come to Portland Center Stage this holiday season, in a fresh, inventive reimagining of the beloved holiday story. "It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play" will open on Nov. 25 and run through Dec. 24 at The Armory, 128 N.W. 11th Ave., Portland. Tickets are […]

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., Brush Prairie. Attendees will create custom candles in the scents and vessels of their choice. When the candle is burned, it can be returned to […]

The Portland Ballet will offer a performance of John Clifford’s "The Enchanted Toyshop" at 1 and 4 p.m. Nov. 26 and 27 at Lincoln Performance Hall at Portland State University, 1620 S.W. Park at Market St., Portland. Tickets range from $10 to $38. Group discounts and VIP packages are available. Runtime is about one hour […]

Kids and adults agree: it wouldn't be the holidays without a visit to ZooLights at the Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road, Portland. Bring friends and family to enjoy a an nighttime walk through a dazzling display of 1.5 million lights, ZooLights runs from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Nov. 23 to Jan. 5, except Christmas Day, […]

The Grotto, 8840 N.E. Skidmore St., Portland, will offer its annual Christmas Festival of Lights from Nov. 25 through Dec. 30, except Christmas day. Hours are 5 to 9:30 p.m. Nov. 25 to Dec. 16 and from 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 17-30. Online advance tickets are $14 for ages 12 and up and […]

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 […]

Journey Theater presents "Shrek: The Musical" with performance from Nov. 18-26 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. Show are 7 p.m. Nov. 18, 19, 25 and 26 and matinee shows are at 2 p.m. Nov. 19 and 26. Adult admission is $16, youth and seniors are $13. A 75-cent processing fee […]

Love Street Playhouse presents the holiday comedy "A Nice Family Gathering," with performances from Nov. 25 through Dec. 11 at 125 Loves Ave. in Woodland. Non-refundable tickets are $22, plus a $2 service fee, at www.lovestreetplayhouse.com or by phone at 800-966-8865. The play, set in Pryor Lake, Minnesota, centers around the first family Thanksgiving at […]

Country star Collin Raye will perform a free show at ilani's Muze Lounge, 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield, at 8 p.m. Nov. 26. With 24 top ten records and 16 No. 1 hits, Raye  has been nominated five times for Country Music Association Awards male vocalist of the year and five times for Academy of Country […]