The Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host a "Healing the Wimahl River" from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 17. Volunteers should meet at Frenchman’s Bar Regional Park, 9612 N.W. Lower River Rd., Vancouver. Volunteers should dress for the weather with closed-toe shoes and bring their own snacks and water. The day will also include an […]

Northwest Personal Training will host free outdoor fitness boot camps at 9 a.m. Sundays from June 1 to Aug. 31, starting at 1011 Broadway in downtown Vancouver. Workouts feature full body muscle and cardio exercises. Workouts are designed for all fitness levels and all experience levels. Reserve your spot at nwpersonaltraining.com/2025-bootcamp-sign-up-and-waiver/.

The Fisher's Landing Cars and Coffee meet-up is 9-11 a.m. on the first and third Sundays of every month from June through September (June 1, 15, July 6, 20, Aug. 3, 17, Sept. 7 and 21). Grab a drink from Black Rock Coffee, 1801 S.E. 164th Ave., Unit 111 (behind Gustav’s) then drive over to […]

The Washougal Songcraft Festival is Aug. 9, 15 and 16 in Reflection Plaza in downtown Washougal. Festival singers and songwriters will participate in the Washougal Art and Music Festival, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 9. The following weekend will feature two multi-artist concerts, on the afternoon of Aug. 15 and another from noon to 5 […]

The Grant House will host a frighteningly good time lead by local historian Jeff Davies on Aug. 17. History of the Grant House and the five resident ghosts will be discussed as attendees tour this historic old officers house and the spirits who reside within it. Reservations are highly encouraged, available at OpenTable under the […]

Single Seniors will attend Happy Hour at Applebee's, 12717 S.E. 2nd Cir, starting at 3 p.m. Aug. 17. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The city of Vancouver and Riverview Bank will host Columbia Tech Center Sunday Sounds at Columbia Tech Center Park, 17701 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd. in east Vancouver, from 6-8 p.m. Sundays, July 13-Aug. 17. Bring a picnic or enjoy food from local vendors while listening to a lineup that includes Curtis Salgado, Johnny Limbo and […]

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

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.

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.

Kids in grades 1-5 can practice their literacy by reading to Scamp the therapy dog at the Camas Public Library. Parents can sign their children up for a 15-minute time slot between 4 and 5 p.m. on the third Monday of every month. Register is required at CamasPL.org/TalesWTails.

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 arts projects. Attendees are asked to please bring their own supplies. This program is only for adults. Sign up at CamasPL.org/closeknit.

The Camas Public Library will offer Teen Songwriting Workshops from 5-6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, June 23-July 16. Teens in grades six-12 will be given tools to bring their song ideas to life and learn more about the songwriting craft. Taught by songwriter Taylor Miranda and drawing from her book, “The Songwriting Breakdown,” students will […]

HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Art Studio" from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month at Drip Drop Art Studio, 420 W. Eighth St., Vancouver. Attendees will enjoy the studio's creative space, providing engaging and therapeutic activities tailored to those living with dementia. The studio offers painting, drawing, […]

Northwest Adoption Exchange is offering free online information sessions to learn about the process of adopting or becoming a foster parent. The sessions are open to anyone in Washington state. Session 1 is noon or 6 p.m. July 10 or Aug. 7. Session 2 is noon or 6 p.m. July 17 or Aug. 21. Participants […]

Single Seniors will meet for lunch at McGrath's Fish House, 12501 S.E. 2nd Cir., starting at 1 p.m. Aug. 19. For more information call 360-892-8944.

WSU Extension volunteers will be offering free canning gauge testing through Sept. 30 at various locations in Clark County. To have a gauge tested, bring the lid and gauge attached. If you own an All American canner, remove the gauge for testing. For the complete schedule, go to tinyurl.com/ClarkCountyGaugeTesting-2025. For more details, call 564-397-5733.

The Camas Public Library hosts a Graphic Novel Book Club on the third Tuesday of every month at 4:30 p.m. The group is for teens who love graphic novels and manga. Each month, the group will read a different graphic novel from a variety of genres and topics. After registration, attendees can pick up a free […]

Join WSU Clark County Extension Master Gardener Anne Bulger for an engaging and informative presentation on pest management in the home garden. Put on in partnership with Clark County Public Health Green Neighbors Program. Aug. 19 from 6 to 7 p.m. Attendees will learn sneaky, science-backed ways to outsmart garden pests without drenching everything in […]

Northwest Adoption Exchange is offering free online information sessions to learn about the process of adopting or becoming a foster parent. The sessions are open to anyone in Washington state. Session 1 is noon or 6 p.m. July 10 or Aug. 7. Session 2 is noon or 6 p.m. July 17 or Aug. 21. Participants […]

Camas Public Library hosts the Cover to Cover Book Club for adults at 6:30 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month. To read the assigned book, pick up one of the copies that have been set aside for the book club. Call or visit the library to check availability and reserve a copy. Ebooks […]

NAMI hosts a Family Support Group every other Tuesday evening from 6:30 to 8 p.m. This Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. NAMI’s support groups […]

Plum Blossom Zendo meets 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesdays on the second floor of Bauman Chiropractic, 202 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver. The group includes traditional Zen chanting, sitting and walking meditation, followed by a Dharma talk and community discussion. Beginners are welcome. Learn more at zendust.org/vancouver/.

Flourish Vancouver Networking is 8 to 9:30 a.m. Wednesdays at Keller Williams Realty, 2211 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver.

TOPS WA 1056 Vancouver meets every Wednesday at the Fourth Plain Nazarene Church, 16807 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd. Weigh in begins at 8:15 ends at 9:15. Meeting begins at 9:30 and ends at 10:30. For more information contact 206-915-4627.

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 Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington will host the “Wintler Wednesday” Litter Cleanup from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Aug. 20. Volunteers should meet at Wintler Community Park, 6400 S.E. Beach Dr., Vancouver. Volunteers should dress for the weather with sturdy shoes and bring their own snacks and water. Register at thewatershedalliance.org/events/.

HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Museum" from from 10 to 11 a.m. on the third Wednesday once a quarter at the Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver. Participants will explore Clark County's history with interactive exhibits, guided tours and engaging activities. Register at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-me-at-the-museum-tickets-895528207977. Admission is free.

Free tours of the historic Marshall House on Officer's Row are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays to Fridays and 11 a.m.-3 p.m. on select Saturdays. Attendees can reserve a tour or walk in during tour hours. The museum-like setting features period furnishings, military memorabilia and an interpretation of General George C. Marshall’s study. For details, visit […]

Tours of Providence Academy are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Wednesdays to Fridays by reservation or for small walk-in groups and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on select Friday evenings. For details, visit www.thehistorictrust.org/tours. Providence Academy is open during construction of the Sacred Heart Plaza at Ed Lynch Square.

The Power of Presence: Elevate Your Leadership is an interactive workshop designed to help professionals strengthen their communication skills, boost confidence, and develop a more impactful leadership presence. Ideal for emerging and experienced leaders alike. Event will be held at the Clark College Columbia Tech Center Campus from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 20.

WorkSource will host a hiring event from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 20. Job seekers can meet local employers. Candidates should dress for a job interview, bring copies of their resume, and be prepared to meet and interview with hiring managers. For more information about the event, contact susan.milke@esd.wa.gov or 360-735-4981 or stop by the […]

The Fort Vancouver Kiwanis invites the public to attend their weekly meeting from noon to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Brothers Cascadia Evergreen Pub, 108 W. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Lunch starts at 11:30 a.m. The meeting includes a 25-minute presentation from local non-profits, businesses and community leaders about how the Kiwanis can serve local kids. Learn […]

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.

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 p.m.

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 S.E. Seventh Ave., from 3 to 5 p.m.

The Camas Farmer's Market is 3-7 p.m. every Wednesday through Oct. 1 in downtown Camas. Located on Fourth Avenue between Everett and Franklin, the market offers about 50 local vendors, […]

Take a free guided forest walk at Columbia Springs and learn what wildlife and plants can be found at Columbia Springs. Walks are offered from 3:30-5 p.m. June 18, Aug. […]

The Camas Public Library will offer Tummy Time from 3:30-4:45 p.m. June 18 for babies under 18 months. Register at CamasPL.org/tummytime or call 360-834-4692

Willful Wine, located inside the Grant House at 1101 Officers Row, Vancouver, offers live music from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesdays featuring an array of solo musicians. Learn more at willfulwine.com.

The Camas Public Library will offer Teen Songwriting Workshops from 5-6:30 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays, June 23-July 16. Teens in grades six-12 will be given tools to bring their song ideas to life and learn more about the songwriting craft. Taught by songwriter Taylor Miranda and drawing from her book, “The Songwriting Breakdown,” students will […]

CouveSwing hosts a night of swing dancing featuring the Lindy Hop and East Coast Swing every Wednesday night (except Dec. 24 or Dec. 31) at The Valiant Ballroom, 109 W. Ninth St. Classes are $10 for drop-ins or $30 for the whole month. Beginner/refresher lessons are from 6-7 p.m. and social dancing is 7-9 p.m. […]

Leave Your Troubles at The Door is a completely improvised stand-up comedy showcase where the audience's problems help create the topics of the jokes that comedians riff on stage. Audience members anonymously write their problems / troubles down on pieces of paper, put them in a box before the show and then many of the […]

Art Zone, 6929 N.W. Friberg-Strunk St., Suite 230, Camas, is offering a five-week Art Journaling class at its studio. Art journaling is great for beginners as well as seasoned artmakers. Students will discover and expand their visual vocabulary to express themselves through mixed-media techniques such as collage, paint and watercolor paint as well as distress […]

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.

The East Vancouver Farmers Market is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays from June through September at Columbia Tech Center, 17701 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The market features 50 small businesses offering a range of fresh produce, prepared food and artisan products. Parking is free. See a list of vendors and a market map […]

Community Development’s Learning Lab covers a new topic every month from building permits and land use review to animal control and code enforcement. The lab meets from 11 a.m. to noon on the third Thursday of every month in the Public Service Center, sixth floor training room 679, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. Presentations given by […]

The Salmon Creek Farmers Market is 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Thursdays, June 12 to Oct. 2 at Legacy Salmon Creek Medical Center, 2211 N.E. 139th St., Vancouver. This market features fresh […]

Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Vancouver 954 meets 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Thursdays at Minnehaha Church of Christ, 3217 N.E. 54th St., Vancouver. 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 2:30 p.m. Aug. 21. For more information, call 360-892-8944.

The Civil Service Commission meeting is 3 to 5 p.m. every third Thursday. Commissioners typically certify backgrounds, eligibility lists and meeting minutes. The commission also addresses any other business brought forward for their consideration. Check agenda for details and link to Microsoft Teams at clark.wa.gov/human-resources/civil-service-commission.

NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults living with mental illness. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard and to get what they need. Meetings are held virtually weekly on Thursdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. via Zoom. Register at us02web.zoom.us.

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Weekly meetings are 6 to 8 p.m. Thursdays at The Hampton Salmon Creek, 14715 N.E. 20th Ave., Vancouver. A Zoom option is available.

"Speakers With Spirit" is a club where you can enjoy improving your communication skills in the comfort of your home. We start each meeting with a prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. Meeting on Zoom every Thursday night 6:45 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Click on the website link below. Then click the black banner to enter […]

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 […]

PAULDAVIS will be hosting a charity golf tournament benefiting the local southwest chapter of American Red Cross. This will be the 2nd Annual PAULDAVIS Charity Golf Tournament being held at […]

The Clark County Historical Museum presents Explore Clark County, a series of free lunchtime walking tours from noon to 1 p.m. on select Fridays, offering a quick but fascinating dive into the people, places and events that have shaped Clark County. Each week, participants tour a different neighborhood or historical theme, featuring hidden gems, stories […]

Noon to 4 p.m. Aug 22 and 23, North Clark Historical Museum will be holding a directors basement sale. Tickets are $1 and the proceeds go to the Capital Improvement Fund to maintain upkeep and repairs of the museum, such as a new roof. The event will also include the 2025 Museum Raffle Quilt made […]

Single Seniors weekly food and cards meeting from 1 to 4 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 1 to 3 p.m. on Fridays at The Catlin Center, 106 N.E. Eighth Avenue.

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.

The 25th anniversary Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival is Aug. 22-24 in Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. The festival brings together jazz, blues and gospel bands, Northwest wines, fine artists and local cuisine. Seating is on the grass or on blankets; guests should bring their own low-backed lawn chairs. Tickets range from $35 […]

Alderbrook Park hosts a Friday Night Cruise-in from 4 to 8 p.m. every Friday night from May 23-Sept. 12 at 24414 N.E. Westerholm Road, Brush Prairie. Admission for spectators is […]

Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, 109 W. Seventh St., Vancouver, hosts a Queer and Trans Meet-Up from 5:30 to 8 p.m. on the fourth Friday of every month.

Pomeroy Cellars, 20902 N.E. Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt, will host Music in the Vines concerts from 6-8:30 p.m. Fridays, June 27, July 11, July 25, Aug. 8 and Aug. 22. […]

Craft Warehouse will host an faux stained glass class starting at 6 p.m. Aug. 22. Let your creativity shine in our Alcohol Ink Faux Stained Glass Frame class. Attendees will work on a real glass surface using flowing alcohol inks to create rich, abstract patterns that mimic stained glass. Whether your style is bold or […]

In August, the big screen comes to life with Free Friday Night Movies under the stars, sponsored by The Columbian. Movies will be shown in various parks throughout Vancouver on […]

The city of Ridgefield will offer free Community Paddles at 6:30 p.m. Fridays from June 20 through Oct. 3. No experience is needed, all equipment is provided and anyone age […]

Felida Cars and Coffee is a car show series from 8-10 a.m. every other Saturday from April through September (April 12, 26, May 10, 24, June 14, 28, July 12, […]

The Vancouver Farmer's Market summer season runs through Oct. 26 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays and from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sundays on Eighth Street and Esther […]

The Ridgefield Farmers Market runs 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays from June 7 through Sept. 27 in Davis Park, 337-411 N. Third Ave., Ridgefield. Farmers and artisan vendors offer a great […]

Orchards Cars and Coffee is a meet-up for classic and custom car owners from 9-11 a.m. every Sunday through Sept. 28 in the southeast parking lot of Vancouver Mall, 8700 […]

The American Legion Post 14, located at 4607 N.E. Saint James Rd., will host a rummage sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 23. A wide variety of items […]

The American Legion Rummage Sale will held be on Aug. 22 and 23 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the American Legion Post 14, 4607 N.E. Saint James Rd. […]

Self Balance Massage, 8301 N.E. Hazel Dell Ave., Vancouver, will offer a six-week Summer Solstice Meditation Series at 9:30 a.m. Saturdays from June 21 to Aug. 9. The cost is $90 for the series or $20 per session. To learn more or sign up, email communitywellness@selfbalancemassage.com. Topics include: June 21: Grounding June 28: Releasing July […]

The 25th anniversary Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival is Aug. 22-24 in Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. The festival brings together jazz, blues and gospel bands, Northwest wines, fine artists and local cuisine. Seating is on the grass or on blankets; guests should bring their own low-backed lawn chairs. Tickets range from $35 […]

The Port of Camas-Washougal will host Wheels & Wings from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Aug. 23 at Grove Field Airport, 632 N.E. 267th Ave. in the Fern Prairie area of Camas. […]

Noon to 4 p.m. Aug 22 and 23, North Clark Historical Museum will be holding a directors basement sale. Tickets are $1 and the proceeds go to the Capital Improvement […]

The Historic Trust presents the Family Series: Columbia Play Project from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 23 at the Artillery Barracks, 600 E. Hatheway Road, Vancouver. The Columbia Play Project […]

Join the Columbia Play Project and The Historic Trust for a fun-filled day designed to spark imagination, creativity, and joyful learning held at the Artillary Barracks, located at 600 E. […]

Craft Warehouse will host a Mushroom Magic class from 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 23. Step into a whimsical world of color with our Alcohol Ink Glass Mushroom class! These charming glass mushrooms make the perfect canvas for experimenting with flowing, vibrant inks. You’ll learn techniques for blending and layering alcohol ink on curved glass […]

Simonne Williams, Interpretive Volunteer, will lead an interpretive program at Battle Ground Lake, "Stand Up, Sit Down, Float, Float, Float!" from 3 to 4 p.m. Aug. 23, at Battle Ground Lake State Park, 18002 N.E. 249th St., in the covered picnic shelter near the day-use parking lot. Attendees will stay on dry land and learn […]

Muni Muni Yoga and Wellness, 13317 N.E. 12th Ave., Suite 111, hosts the QT Yoga Club from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of every month. This is a movement and meditation group for anyone identifying as LGBTQIA+. The group includes asana, group meditation, discussion and journaling. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle and journal. […]

VanCity Ballroom offers Saturday social dancing and beginners' lessons at 9212 N.E. Highway 99, Suite 110, in Hazel Dell. A 45-minute lesson starts at 7 p.m. followed by social dancing of all styles until 10 p.m. No partner or dance experience are required. Learn a new dance each week, from ballroom and Latin to swing […]