Weekly Vipassana mediation sessions are 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.

Open Topics is a weekly online meet-up where members can share experiences, interests, ideas, knowledge and expertise. Anyone can join. Meeting formats vary from week to week. Possible formats include a prepared presentation followed by a question-and-answer session; an interview with an experienced individual in a specific field; a roundtable discussion with three or four […]

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 1 p.m. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Monday afternoons at Mallard Landing Assisted Living, 813 S.E. Clark Ave. in Battle Ground, from 1 to 3 p.m.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Monday afternoons at Highgate Senior Living, 9803 NE Hazel Dell Ave., from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Restored and Revived Community Center, 9317 N.E. Highway 99, Suite J, will host "Healing Hands: Contrast Soaking" from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 6. Experience the soothing benefits of cold contrast therapy. Attendees will bathe only their hands and learning how this activity can bring relief from muscle sprains, arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Childcare […]

The Camas Public Library hosts the Close Knit knitting group on Mondays at 4:30 p.m. Create and converse with new crafty friends while knitting, crocheting or working on other fiber […]

The Clark Conservation District Native Plant Sale is now through Jan. 24, featuring online orders of affordable native plants with in-person pick-up from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education at 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn more at clarkcd.org/native-plant-sale. See the complete catalog of […]

Little Dragons is a school-year reading program for infants and preschoolers (birth through four years old). Reading with small children teaches  them about the sounds and letters and creates positive interactions with books. For more details, visit CamasPL.org/littledragons.

Single Seniors will host a movie day in the afternoon of Jan. 7. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The Camas Public Library will host an English Conversation Group monthly from 2 to 3 p.m. Attendees will practice speaking, listening, and expressing one's self confidently with fellow language enthusiasts. Attendees will enhance their language skills in a supportive and engaging environment. All are welcome whether they are a beginner or advanced learner, the group […]

The Camas Public Library hosts a monthly book club for LGBTQIA+ teens and their allies at 4:30 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month. Attendees will read YA fiction, non-fiction, and graphic novels that feature LGBTQIA+ characters and themes, or literature written by someone from the LGBTQIA+ community. Register at CamasPL.Org/RainbowReads then pick up […]

The Camas Public Library hosts a Spanish Conversation Group from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays through the end of June. Beginning Spanish speakers can enhance their language skills in a supportive and engaging environment. Participation is free. For more details, visit CamasPL.org/spanishconvo.

The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington will host a series of fitness classes to help older adults become more active. The Battle Ground and Brush Prairie area will have two classes a day, one from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and the other at 10 to 11 a.m. Both held on Wednesdays […]

The Networking Group meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday mornings at the U.S. Bank on 7003 N.E. 40th St., Vancouver. The group's purpose is to cultivate meaningful connections, nurture personal and professional growth and prioritize mental health. The group offers support with business presentations, business development, referrals and volunteer opportunities.

Art Zone will offer a four-week Pastel Fundamentals Course for students ages 18 and older from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 8 to Jan. 29 at 6923 N.W. Friberg-Strunk St., Suite 230, Camas. Students will learn how to use soft chalk pastels to create loose and colorful paintings. The focus will be […]

Single Seniors will meet for their monthly planning meeting in the Vancouver Mall Library. from 11 a.m. to noon on Jan. 8. 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 noon. 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.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held virtually Wednesday afternoons via Zoom from 1 to 3 […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Wednesday afternoons at The Camas Community Center, 1718 […]

Art Zone will offer a four-week Introduction to Drawing and Painting Course for students ages 18 and older from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 8 to Jan. 29 at 6923 N.W. Friberg-Strunk St., Suite 230, Camas. Instructor Hannah Complin will guide students through the basics of drawing and painting. No experience is necessary. Students should […]

Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver, will offer a bud vase-making workshop from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Jan. 8 and from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 26. Attendees will create a six-inch cylindrical vase for small bouquets with the guidance of a studio instructor. This workshop for ages eight and above is for […]

The Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 4, holds their monthly meeting on the second Wednesday of every month, except July and August, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at the 40 et 8, 2809 N.E. 78th St., Vancouver. Learn more at www.facebook.com/disabledveterans4.

White Oak Books, 1700 Main St., Suite D, Vancouver, hosts book clubs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the second Wednesdays and Thursdays of each month. For more details or to join, email Peter Glavin at peter@whiteoakbooks.net. Learn more about the independent and locally owned White Oak Books at whiteoakbooks.net.

Northwest Personal Training, 1011 Broadway, Vancouver, will host weekly Partner Yoga sessions from 7 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays Jan. 8 through Feb. 12, led by personal trainers Carson and his wife, Maddi, to help attendees and their partners (or a group of three) build both physical fitness and intimacy. The program is open to all […]

The Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, will host Science on Tap at 7 p.m. Jan. 8. Tickets are $15 to $45 at kigginstheatre.com/movie/science-on-tap-storytelling-with-data. In our era, understanding the nuances […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group - Woodland is a weekly support group for caregivers of individuals living with dementia. Meetings are 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays at the Woodland East Mobile Home Park Clubhouse at 369 Gun Club Road, Woodland.

Clark County Quilters meet at 7 p.m. on the second Thursday of every month at Trinity Lutheran Church, 309 W. 39th St., Vancouver. Social hour is 6 to 7 p.m. Participants may also join from home with a Zoom link. For more details, visit clarkcountyquilters.com/monthly-meetings.

Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, is hosting a Magickal Vision Board workshop from 6 to 8 p.m. Jan. 9. Attendees will create a personalized vision board with collages of images, drawings, and words that represent goals and dreams for 2025. Magazines will be available but guests are welcome to bring their own clippings. […]

White Oak Books, 1700 Main St., Suite D, Vancouver, hosts book clubs from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the second Wednesdays and Thursdays of each month. For more details or to join, email Peter Glavin at peter@whiteoakbooks.net. Learn more about the independent and locally owned White Oak Books at whiteoakbooks.net.

Southwest Washington Woodturners invite the public to its meeting on the second Thursday of each month from 7-9 p.m. at Friends of the Carpenter, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver. The group is open to both experienced and novice woodturners. Learn more at southwestwashingtonwoodturners.org.

The Clark Conservation District Native Plant Sale is now through Jan. 24, featuring online orders of affordable native plants with in-person pick-up from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 15 at the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education at 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn more at clarkcd.org/native-plant-sale. See the complete catalog of […]

The Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington will host a series of fitness classes to help older adults become more active. The Battle Ground and Brush Prairie area will have two classes a day, one from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. and the other at 10 to 11 a.m. Both held on Wednesdays […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Starting Oct. 11, this support group is held at Kelso Senior Center, located at 106 8th Ave N.W. in Kelso, and on zoom on Fridays from 1pm -3pm.

Single Seniors Friday meeting with food and cards from 1 to 4 p.m. For more information or to RSVP call 360-892-8944.

The National Alliance on Mental Illness of Southwest Washington will host an Art Group at the NAMI office, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105, Vancouver, from 1 to 3 p.m. every Friday. For more information, visit www.namiswwa.org or call 360-695-2823.

Fingerstyle guitarist and singer/songwriter Kit Garoutte will perform from 3 to 5 pm Jan. 10 at The Neighborhood Refuge, 113 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield.

From 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 10, the Camas Public Library and Perfect Harmony Academy of Music will host a "Melody Makers" songwriting workshop for kids ages 8 to 12 […]

The Camas Public Library’s Silent Book Club is for people who like to read quietly. The club has no assigned reading — it’s just an hour of silent reading followed by optional socializing. Attendees can bring their own books or borrow a library book. Light beverages and snacks will be provided or guests can bring […]

Enjoy food, drinks, river views and live music from 6 to 9 p.m. every Friday at the AC Lounge, located in the AC Hotel by Marriott at 333 W. Columbia Way on the Vancouver waterfront. The duo River Twain plays "Dustbowl Soul," American roots and folk music with a 1960s twist.

Columbia Dance Center will host Scottish Dance Classes from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fridays from Jan. 10 to March 28. New dancers are welcome. No partner or experience is needed. […]

Hope For Food Addiction is a 12 step meeting held every Saturday morning at All Saints Episcopal Church, located at 2206 N.W. 99th St., from 9 to 10:30 a.m. For more information, contact Diane Gould at 503-222-5625.

"Exquisite Creatures Revealed" is a new exhibit from Oregon-based artist and naturalist Christopher Marley at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) through Feb. 17. Marley’s intricate artworks feature rare organisms from around the world in stunning displays. His tributes to the beauty of the natural world broaden our knowledge about biodiversity and conservation. […]

The Portland Art Museum presents "Eyes of the Storm: Paul McCartney Photographs 1963-64, on exhibit from Sept. 14 to Jan. 19 at 1219 S.W. Park Ave. Portland. Comprised of recently rediscovered photographs from Paul McCartney’s personal archive, more than 250 pictures document The Beatles’ meteoric rise from British sensation to international stardom. At a time […]

The Japanese Garden will host an exhibit exhibition, Kintsugi: The Restorative Art of Naoko Fukumaru, through Jan. 27.  Kintsugi is a Japanese artform that takes broken items such as ceramics and mends them with lacquer dusted with powdered gold. This exhibit will explore themes of healing through the artwork of kintsugi artist and master conservator Naoko […]

Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, is hosting a Witch Ball workshop from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Jan. 11. Witch balls are a beautiful adornment and talisman to hang in a window. Attendees will create their own witch balls by choosing herbs, flowers, and crystals to put in the clear glass ball, then decorating […]

Evergreen Tree Communities Nature Day features hands-on science and nature experiences exploring evergreen tree communities. Activities are designed for all ages. Drop in to Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver, any time from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 11. Learn more at columbiasprings.org/events/nature-days/. Questions? Email events@columbiasprings.org. Above photo: Paul Peloquin

Join the monthly volunteer work party at the Jane Weber Arboretum, 9215 S.E. Evergreen Highway, from 10 a.m. to noon Jan. 11. Volunteers will prune trees and tackle other projects. Refreshments will be provided. Learn more at ejaneweberarboretum.org.

The Vancouver Bee Project's quarterly speaker series presents "A Primer on the Native Bees of the Pacific Northwest," by Vancouver Bee Project board member Bella Padgett. The lecture is 10:30 […]

The North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 N.E. 399th St., Amboy, hosts the Open Door Stitchery circle from 1 to 4 p.m. on the second Saturday of every month. Attendees should […]

Bridge Island Art & Vintage, 1902 S.E. Sixth Ave., Camas, will host a Make-and-Take Pom Pom Garland Class at 1 p.m. Jan. 11. Those who register by Jan. 10 get a free gift. Shandra from Jade & Gray Furniture will teach attendees how to make a pom pom garland from yarn. The cost is $25. […]

Single Seniors will host a sing-along event at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. Jan. 11. Attendees must be fully vaccinated to attend. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The Vancouver Folk Singers will meet at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, located a t 426 East Fourth Plain Blvd., starting at 1 p.m. Jan. 11.

Art at the Cave gallery hosts a Collage Laboratory every  month with artist Greg Bee for ages 18 and over. Drop in at any time to socialize while you cut and paste. Participants should bring their own glue sticks. Other materials will be supplied. Collage Laboratory is held from 2 to 5 p.m. every second […]

The Camas Public Library offers an all-ages Board Game Club from 2 to 4 p.m. on the second Saturday of the month. Some games will be provided or bring your […]

The non-profit TBI4Life Support Group for Survivors of Traumatic Brain Injury and their friends and family will be held on the second Saturday of each month from 2 to 4 p.m. at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Office Building Conference Room 202. RSVP by calling 564-236-5620. For more details, visit www.tbi4life.com.

The Ridgefield Art Association presents "Black and White," an exhibit of black and white art by Ridgefield Art Association members, on display at the Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield, from Jan. 11 to Feb. 28. The opening reception is 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Jan. 11 at the library with light hors d’oeuvres and […]

UnderBar, an underground speakeasy at 1701 1/2 Broadway, Vancouver, will host Laughgasm! Stand Up Comedy at 7 p.m. Jan. 11, hosted by Logan Loughmiller. The headliner is James Hartenfeld, Willamette Week's Funniest Five winner and star of the sketch comedy tabloid talk show "Ricky Winters." Additional performers are Emma Jonas, Zane Thomas, Aaron Harleman and […]