Clark Public Utilities' Operation Warm Heart starts at 8:30 a.m. Jan. 28, a 5k/10k run/walk or bike ride to help limited-income families in crisis situations who need help paying their electric bills. All registration fees ($40 per person) are donated to Operation Warm Heart. The event features a separate bike route and a virtual option. […]

Weekly Vipassana mediation sessions are held from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sundays at Art at the Cave, 108 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. This type of meditation encourages self-observation by focusing on the inner self in a non-judgmental way. There's a $1 to $10 suggested donation to participate but no one will be turned away.

The Portland Fine Print Fair returns to the Portland Art Museum's Fields Ballroom, 1119 S.W. Park Ave., Portland, with free admission from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 27 and from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 28. Discover prints to purchase from 14 top dealers from across North America and Europe during this largest […]

La Uva Fortuna will host a "Pinot and Paint" event from 12:30 to 3:30 Jan. 28 at 16712 N.E. 219th St., Battle Ground. All supplies are provided by the instructor, who will lead participants in step-by-step guide to painting a full moon rising over a lake. The $29 cost (plus a 73-cent service fee) includes […]

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

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

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

The Lewis River Rotary Club will meet at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main St., from 7 to 8:30 a.m. Jan. 30. This meeting will include a presentation by the Rotary 5100 District Governor Renee Brouse. For more information email LewisRiverRotaryClub@gmail.com.

Ren Locus will offer free income tax return preparation at Three Creeks Library, 800-C N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays); Fourth Plain Community Commons, 3101 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Ste. 101, Vancouver (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays); and Vancouver United Church of Christ, 1220 N.E. 68th St. Vancouver […]

The Clark Conservation District Plant Sale offers Clark County residents the chance to order very low-cost native plants to enhance their gardens and help local pollinators. Order online from the extensive plant list at clarkcd.org/native-plant-sale. Early ordering is recommended as plants sell out quickly. Those who order will receive a confirmation email with plant order […]

Pettis Webber Pacific p.s. elder care law firm will host a free webinar "Course Web 1: Emerge from the Fog" starting at 3 p.m. Jan 30. This event will be presented virtually by attorney Beckie Pettis. Registration is free and required to attend. To register and receive seminar webcast dates and details call, 360-696-2069. All […]

Single Seniors will meet for lunch at McGrath's Fish House, 12501 S.E. 2nd Cir., starting at 3 p.m. Jan. 30. For more information call 360-892-8944.

River HomeLink, a family-friendly, accredited public school that provides a range of educational options and supports for kindergarten-12th grade students, is hosting a 30th anniversary celebration from 4 to 6 p.m. Jan. 30. See memorabilia from the past three decades of the school, view student projects and enjoy refreshments. Learn more at riv.battlegroundps.org.

The Vancouver Wildlife League's first meeting of 2024 is 6 to 7:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at American Legion Post 14, 4607 N.E. St. James Road, Vancouver. The meeting will include a discussion of new projects and a presentation by Alex Chemilski, a biologist at the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge. All the group's meetings are open […]

HOPE Dementia Support will host a Community Education Webinar from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Jan. 30. Presented by Joshua Pops, PLLC, Elder Law Attorney. The webinar will inform attendees more about Medicaid: How is it financed? What does it provide? Who is eligible? Can I be on Medicare too? For more information call 360-513-5754.

Columbia Dance is accepting new students until Feb. 17. The first class is free. Columbia Dance offers classes for children and adults beginning at age 3. Columbia Dance's Include program also welcomes dancers with special needs. For more information, email info@columbiadance.org or visit columbiadance.org.

TOPS WA #1056 is a weight loss support group. Meetings are every Wednesday at the Church of the Nazarene, 16807 NE Fourth Plain Rd., from 8:10 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The program is design to help with weight loss and support attendees on their individual weight loss journeys.

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

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

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

St. Paul Lutheran Church on the corner of 13th and Franklin Street in downtown Vancouver offers a contemplative prayer service from 12:20 to 12:40 p.m. every Wednesday. This is a quiet prayer session with soft music in the back ground. Call 360-693-3531 with questions.  

Clark County Civil Service Commission will be holding a Special Meeting online via Microsoft Teams starting at 3 p.m. Jan. 31. Meeting will address a limited agenda at the request of the Clark County Sheriff's Office. For more information, visit clark.wa.gov.

Skiiers and snowboarders are invited to join the Thursday bus to Mt. Hood Meadows, every week for six weeks from Jan. 18 until Feb. 22. The bus loads at 6 a.m. at Safeway Salmon Creek, 13023 N.E. Hwy. 99 #1, Vancouver. Use GO CODE 1163304 at skihood.com consecutive week pass and bus. For more details, […]

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.

The Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Chapter 19 will meet at Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, located at 12217 N.E. Highway 99, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Feb. 1. Member Louise Tucker will discuss her new history book, “Battle Ground Lake Before Becoming a State Park: The Resort Area 1914 to 1968.” The group […]

Single Seniors will host their monthly potluck meeting at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd, starting at 1 p.m. Feb. 1. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The City of Vancouver invites community members to join staff from the City and local real estate firm, Lincoln (formerly LPC West), to provide feedback on design plans for the new Waterfront Gateway public plaza from 5 to 7 p.m.  Feb. 1 in the Aspen Room at Vancouver City Hall, 415 W. Sixth Street. Meeting […]

Wildfire season. Smoke season. It’s now a part of our lives here in Southwest Washington. Smoke drifts in from beyond our borders, and now fire is igniting in our backyards. As summer approaches, we are all asking ourselves: Will our air fill with smoke? The Columbian Conversation, hosted by Associate Editor Will Campbell, will uncover […]

The first next meeting of 2024 of the Fort Vancouver Rose Society is 7 p.m. Feb. 1 in the Parish Hall at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 426 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Visitors are always welcome. This month, Samson Ramirez, a rose society member from Battle Ground, will speak on growing roses with an aeroponics […]

Clark County Historical Museum opens its 2024 Speaker Series season at 7 p.m. Feb. 1 with “Black Woman in Green: The Story of Gloria Brown” presented by historian and author, Donna Sinclair at the museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver. Doors open at 6 p.m. Sinclair will discuss her book, "Black Woman in Green: Gloria Brown […]

The Columbia Mothers of Twins Club's next monthly meeting will be held at St. John Lutheran Church at 11005 N.E. Highway 99, starting at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 1. Learn more at facebook.com/MothersofTwinsClarkCountyWA/.

Ren Locus will offer free income tax return preparation at Three Creeks Library, 800-C N.E. Tenney Road, Vancouver (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays); Fourth Plain Community Commons, 3101 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Ste. 101, Vancouver (10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays); and Vancouver United Church of Christ, 1220 N.E. 68th St. Vancouver […]

The Camas Public Library will host another edition of its popular Reading Dragons Cards program, titled Little Dragons. The program runs from Sept. 1 to April 30. Little Dragons is a reading program for infants and preschoolers. By reading to their children, parents can earn a free book. Further details can be found at CamasPL.org/littledragons.

Northwest Personal Training will host a series of Chair Yoga classes every Friday June 23 through July 28 from 11 a.m. to noon. Chair Yoga allows elderly or attendees with mobility issues to exercise in a low-impact manor. Performing poses with better alignment, more support, and less tension. Classes will span a series of 6 […]

Art at the CAVE's February exhibit is "Heart at the Cave." More than 40 artists were selected by a professional jury. Meet the artists at an opening reception from 4 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2. The exhibit will remain open during the month of February. A select group of artists will discuss their inspirations and […]

The Fort Vancouver Lions Club meets on the first and third Friday of each month at Golden Corral, 11801 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Guests should arrive at 11:30 a.m. to get food and find a table. The meeting is from noon to 1 p.m. The club meets to discuss upcoming service projects and plan […]

The West Columbia Gorge Humane Society offers an open house on the first Friday of every month from 12:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. The dog and cat shelters at 2675 Index St., Washougal, will be open to the public and no appointment is needed. Attendees can visit with adoptable dogs and cats, meet humane society […]

Single Seniors will meet for food and cards at Round Table Clubhouse, 5016 NE Thurston Way, from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information call 360-892-8944.

Art at the CAVE's February exhibit is "Heart at the Cave." More than 40 artists were selected by a professional jury. Meet the artists at an opening reception from 4 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2. The exhibit will remain open during the month of February. A select group of artists will discuss their inspirations and […]

Join the chocolate-themed games, chocolate tastings, activities and art shows at downtown Camas'  annual “Chocolate Affair to Remember,” 5 o 8 p.m. Feb. 2. The evening will also feature two ribbon cuttings for Lane Cellars and Autumn Leaf Books, where shoppers can find romantic gifts and sweet treats for Valentine's Day.

Art on on the Boulevard, 210 W. Evergreen Blvd. Suite 300, presents "Horizons," a solo show featuring the work of Vancouver-based Charles R. Garrett. The show opens Feb. 2 and continues through March 30. "Horizons" is Garrett's exploration of the quiet and thought-provoking landscapes of the Pacific Northwest and Montana. Meet Garrett at the opening […]

Most Everything Vintage, a vintage lifestyle boutique in downtown Vancouver, is joining with other local vintage vendors and collectors for a two-day Vintage and Antique Flea Market, 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 3 in The Valiant Ballroom, 109 W. Ninth St., Vancouver. Attendees will find collectibles, home […]

Have you ever wondered where the PNW’s love for hops and IPAs began? Or who was the first female riverboat captain on the Columbia? Have fun and meet others from 5 to 8 p.m. every first Friday of the month while exploring our community’s history during #CCHMuseum AfterHours. Visit cchmuseum.org/programs-events/firstfridays/  for detailed information on each […]

Downtown Vancouver will host its February First Friday Artwalk from 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 2. Vancouver's downtown is home to a wide array of gallery spaces, boutiques restaurants and bars. Check Vancouver's Downtown Association website at vdausa.org for an interactive map with live GPS directions and a link for "More Details" about the gallery […]

Burnt Bridge Cellars, 1500 Broadway St., Vancouver, hosts an event from 5 to 8 p.m. every first Friday of the month in conjunction with downtown Vancouver's First Friday Art Walk. Enjoy live music, wine and small plates by Chef Kim Mahan, owner of Class Cooking.

The Second Story Gallery, located in the upper level of the Camas Public Library, presents an exhibit by the fiber arts group, High Fiber Diet, a special interest group of the Columbia Fiber Arts Guild. The exhibit, "A Different View," will be available to view during the month of February. For this exhibit members were […]

"The Divergent Gift; Unboxing Autism" is a documentary film that combines stories and experiences of individuals on the autism spectrum, with animated visuals that bring those experiences to life on screen. The goal is to make a film by the neurodivergent and autistic community. Attend a fundraising dinner for the film at 6 p.m. Feb. […]

Dive into the mysteries of the deep at the free Portland Winter Light Festival, Feb. 2-10 at various locations throughout Portland. Discover a world that glows under pressure. The festival is open 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays with additional pop-up locations throughout the week. Anchor locations are Pioneer Courthouse Square, World Trade Center Plaza […]

Matt Hodges will offer an evening of classic country music from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2 at the Barberton Grange, 9400 N.E. 72nd Ave.; doors open at 6 p.m. Hodges will perform his one-man classic country music show and display country music memorabilia from his personal collection. Attendees will enjoy live music, dancing, door […]

Columbia Faith and Life Conference, “God Renews His Creation,” will be held Feb. 2 and 3 at Columbia Presbyterian Church. Events will be held at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 2 and 9 a.m. Feb. 3, concluding with worship at 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Feb. 4. Eric Toumieux, director of the Beer Sheba project in Senegal, […]

Metropolitan Performing Arts will perform Disney’s "Newsies the Musical" from Jan. 19-Feb. 4 at the Brunish Theatre on the fourth floor at 1111 S.W. Broadway, Portland. Based on the 1992 Disney movie, the Tony Award-winning "Newsies" centers on Jack Kelly, leader of the gang of boys called “newsies.” When the publishers of the newspapers raise […]

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Program is coming to the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, with showtimes at 7 p.m. Feb. 2, 3 and 4. The festival features three film programs showcasing award-winning selections from the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival. Doors open at 6 p.m. to find seats and purchase […]

North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th Street, Amboy, will host an Open Mic Night at 7 p.m. Feb. 2. For more information, please contact 360-247-5800 and leave a message or email museumnch88@gmail.com.

The Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge offers Saturday Birding Hikes on select days from now through May. Walks start at 8 a.m. at the Carty Unit of the Refuge. Registration is required by sending an email to ridgefieldvolunteer@fws.gov. While walks generally last two to three hours, participants are welcome to stay or leave […]

Columbia Faith and Life Conference, “God Renews His Creation,” will be held Feb. 2 and 3 at Columbia Presbyterian Church. Events will be held at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 2 and 9 a.m. Feb. 3, concluding with worship at 9 a.m. or 10:30 a.m. Feb. 4. Eric Toumieux, director of the Beer Sheba project in Senegal, […]

The Vancouver Farmers Market is open year-round at the intersection of Eighth Street and Esther Street in downtown Vancouver, next to Esther Short Park. Cold-season hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays from now through March 30. Find local farm produce and products, artisan wares, bread and baked goods, pet treats, flowers, plants […]

Most Everything Vintage, a vintage lifestyle boutique in downtown Vancouver, is joining with other local vintage vendors and collectors for a two-day Vintage and Antique Flea Market, 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 3 in The Valiant Ballroom, 109 W. Ninth St., Vancouver. Attendees will find collectibles, home […]

Portland Japanese Garden offers a new exhibit, "Masterpieces in Miniature: The Art of Netsuke Sculptures," on display in the Pavilion Gallery through March 4.  Once immensely popular across Japan, netsuke (pronounced nets-keh) were miniature sculptures that also served as personal fashion accessories, overcoming the lack of pockets in men’s clothing by hanging small items from […]

Celebrate World Wetlands Day from 10 a.m. to noon Feb. 3 with a stroll around Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center, the wetlands and the Columbia River. The 50 acres of wetlands adjacent to the Water Center provide critical habitat for numerous birds, and barren winter trees provide excellent viewing conditions. Expect to walk 1.5 miles […]

Overeaters Anonymous meets Saturdays from 10 to 11:15 a.m. at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 5607 N.E. Gher Road. The program is a 12-step literature study. Held in Room 7. Use Preschool entrance. For more information, call (360) 213-8902.

Riparian Media is hosting "Voice Your Vision: Social Medial Success" from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 3 in the banquet room at Heathen Brewing Feral Public House. Learn effective strategies for launching an online presence, tactfully navigating political content, and understanding the  importance promoting your brand's mission and values. The seminar includes one-on-one personalized assistance […]

Vancouver Art Space will offer two "Watercolor Boot Camp" classes for beginners at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 3 and Feb. 24 inside Vancouver Mall at 8700 N.E. Vancouver Mall Drive, Suite 283. Instructor Hannah Complin will teach students about brushwork and basic color theory, including texture techniques and blending, painting washes, "wet on wet" painting and […]

Attend a free women's health event from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at Meadowglade Seventh Day Adventist Church, 11001 N.E. 189th St., Battle Ground. Speakers will offer presentations about heart disease, gynecology, breast health, and cancer superfoods. Find resource tables with information about ovarian cancer, breast cancer, weight loss support, mental health resources, tobacco […]

The Hough Foundation hosts its annual Hoedown Auction from 5 to 10 p.m. Feb. 3 at the Hilton Vancouver. Tickets are $75 per person. Dinner will be provided. The evening includes live music, a live and silent auctions, and a dessert dash. Buy tickets at www.houghfoundation.org.

The Hough Foundation will host its annual Hough Hoedown fundraiser from 5 to 10 p.m. Feb. 3 at the Hilton Vancouver, 301 W. Sixth St, Vancouver. The event includes live music, a buffet dinner and live and silent auctions. Tickets are $75 if purchased in advance or $85 on the night of the event. Learn […]

The next meal in Skamania Lodge's Dine and Discover Series features wines from L'Ecole No. 41. Chef Zac Janssen will pair a curated menu with L'Ecole No 41 wines. Dinner includes a fennel and citrus salad, scallop crudo, beef short rib, wild boar medallion and chocolate cassis bouchee. Tickets are $125 per person at skamanialodge.rezdy.com.

Coast to Coast Fish House offers live music by local artists from 6 to 8 p.m. Saturday evenings. Shows are open to all ages with no cover charge. Locally and family-owned, Coast to Coast features a full bar, twelve beers on tap and a gluten-free beer menu. The food is Coastal Maine inspired with gluten-free […]

Dive into the mysteries of the deep at the free Portland Winter Light Festival, Feb. 2-10 at various locations throughout Portland. Discover a world that glows under pressure. The festival is open 6 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays with additional pop-up locations throughout the week. Anchor locations are Pioneer Courthouse Square, World Trade Center Plaza […]

The Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival World Tour Program is coming to the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, with showtimes at 7 p.m. Feb. 2, 3 and 4. The festival features three film programs showcasing award-winning selections from the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival. Doors open at 6 p.m. to find seats and purchase […]