Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 29-Dec. 21 from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Riders will see views of the Lewis River from a hillside vantage point, take a trip through a solid rock tunnel and then […]

The La Center Community Christmas Festival on Dec. 6-7 in downtown La Center. See a lighted Christmas parade from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 6. On Dec. 7, enjoy a petting zoo, Santa visits, ornament decorating, live music, local vendors, food trucks and a nativity scene. The tree will be lit at 5 p.m. Dec. 7, followed […]

Jebale Coffee will host "Christmas in the Couve," a holiday marketplace with local vendors, handmade goodies and tasty treats from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 6 and 7 at 2007 E. 12th St., Vancouver. Browse the market for one-of-a-kind gifts or sip a warm beverage by the fireplace for cozy vibes.

Find one-of-a-kind original art and artisan wares at the pop-up Artisan Holiday Market from 5-9 p.m. Dec. 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 6 and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Dec. 7 at […]

East Woods Presbyterian Church welcomes author and screenwriter Matt Mikalatos with a presentation, "The Real St. Nicholas," from 11:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Dec. 7. He will share research into the real-life inspiration for Santa Claus.

Join Columbia Play Project for a few hours of exploratory play at Fourth Plain Community Commons on Sept. 7. Event held from 1 to 4 p.m. Designed for children ages 0-12 and their caregivers, everyone can find something fun to explore with the STREAM (Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Art and Math) theme.

Love Street Playhouse presents "Was He Better Off Dead?" showing Nov. 21-Dec. 7 at The Cedars Public House, 15001 N.E. 181st St., Suite 29, Brush Prairie. The story follows the […]

Virtuosity Performing Arts Studio presents “The Nutcracker,” with performances at 3 and 6 p.m. Dec. 6 and 1 and 4 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Joyce Garver Theater, 1500 N.E. […]

Vancouver Dance Theatre presents “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 5-6 and 2 p.m. Dec. 6-7 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver. Tickets are $17 to […]

The Vancouver Master Chorale will present “A Celebration of Light,” with two concerts at 7 p.m. Dec. 6 and at 3 p.m. Dec. 7 at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main […]

The Clark College Concert Band presents its fall concert at 3 p.m. Dec. 7 at Skyview High School, 1300 N.W. 139th St.,  Vancouver. Admission is free. Donations to the Clark College Music Department are welcome at the door. The concert opens with Jack Stamp’s "Cenotaph," followed by the American folk song, "Black Is the Color […]

The Rose City Symphonic Band will present "Infinite Skies: Music of Hope and Wonder" from 3-5 p.m. Dec. 7 at Vancouver School of Arts and Academics, 3101 Main St., Vancouver. The program, offered in collaboration with the Hudson's Bay High School Band, includes Randall Standridge’s "Imaginarium," Eric Whitacre’s "October," "Sun Dance and the thrilling music […]

Virtuosity Performing Arts Studio presents “The Nutcracker,” with performances at 3 and 6 p.m. Dec. 6 and 1 and 4 p.m. Dec. 7 at the Joyce Garver Theater, 1500 N.E. […]

ASD Faith Connection is a free, faith-based adult support group for those who deal with autism, social awkwardness and isolation. The group is working through "Blessed are the Misfits" by Brant Hansen, discussing a chapter each meeting. Having a copy of the book is helpful, but not required; handouts will be provided. Meetings are at […]

Youth Uptown Poetry open mic night meets from 5 p.m. to 6:15 on the first Sunday of every month at Metallion Cafe, 1906 Main St., Vancouver. Anyone age 18 and younger is welcome to share their poetry in a safe and supportive environment.

Windermere Real Estate is hosting its annual Share the Warmth campaign, collecting donations from Nov. 3 through Dec. 19. Donations will go on to benefit Share House, this year the organization is asking for new or gently used blankets, jackets and coats in all sizes.  Those who wish to contribute can stop by participating Windermere […]

The Assistance League of Southwest Washington will host the Sleigh Bell Benefit from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Hilton Vancouver Washington. The luncheon features shopping from two pop-ups selling accessories, artisan food and gifts. The afternoon will include a silent and live auction, "Pass the Purse" and a paddle raise. Tickets are $100 […]

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 […]

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.

The Camas Public Library will offer a weekly writing workshop for teens in grades 6-12 and adults from 2:30-4 p.m. each Monday in November. Those working on novels or other […]

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.

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 SciFi and Fantasy Book Club in Vancouver discusses science fiction, fantasy and horror novels at 6:30 p.m. on the second Monday of every month online or at Barnes & […]

The Clark Conservation District will offer its annual native plant sale starting Nov. 25. Order online to pick up plants on March 14 at the Center for Agriculture, Science and Environmental Education (CASEE) at 11104 N.E. 149th St., Brush Prairie. Orders are online only; no day-of sales will be available. All plants are sold in […]

The Watershed Alliance will host a farewell celebration at 4:30 p.m. Dec. 9 at the Vancouver Community Library. The party will offer volunteers a chance to celebrate everything they've accomplished together with the alliance. Food will be provided. There will also be a craft table, items to take home and a chance to share memories. Register […]

PeaceHealth will host an adult support group for survivors of suicide on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. Meetings will be at 5400 MacArthur Blvd., from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Meetings are located downstairs.

Aram Arslanian who releases original music under the name ORPHAN TRAIN plays second Tuesdays at Kascadia Public House.

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 […]

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 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 […]

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.

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 […]

Vampire Unicorns, 3510 N.E. Third Ave., Camas, will host six Tarot Nights from 5-8 p.m. Oct. 8, Nov. 12 and Dec. 10 and from 4-7 p.m. Oct. 18, Nov. 15 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. Held on Thursday mornings at Cogir at The Quarry, 415 […]

The Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, will offer a six-week class for beginning and intermediate bridge players starting 10 a.m. Nov. 6 taught by accredited ACBL bridge instructor Michael Walker. Each two hour session will include instruction and practice hands to reinforce the lessons. Topics include preemptive opening bids, overcalls, advances, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Pomeroy Farm in Yacolt will host wreath-making classes on Dec. 4, 5, 6 and 11. Sip wassail and listen to Christmas music while making an authentic greenery wreaths to adorn […]

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. […]

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 […]

"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 […]

The Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, hosts Comedy on Tap featuring a rotating line-up of stand-up comedians every second Thursday of the month at 8 p.m., hosted by Tristian […]

Ballet Victoria presents Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s "Nutcracker" from 7:30-9:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at Columbia Theatre. Tickets are $45 at columbiatheatre.com/new-events/ballet-victoria-nutcracker.

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 […]

Learn watercolor techniques and projects taught by local artist, Gwen Boggs. The group meets from 1-3 p.m. on the second Friday of every month at the National Alliance on Mental Illness Southwest Washington building, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105, Vancouver. The group is free to attend and all supplies are provided. Learn more at […]

HOPE Dementia Support presents "Meet Me at the Movies" at the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver. A different musical will start at 1:00 p.m. on the second Friday of every month. Visit kigginstheatre.com to see what musical will be shown next. The cost is $10 per person.

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 […]

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. […]

HOPE Dementia Support Group is a weekly support group for those caring for individuals living with all types of dementia. The group meets from 4-6 p.m. Fridays at White Oak […]

The Three Creeks Community Library invites kids in grades 6-12 to come to join the free Caring Cards Project from 4:30-5:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at 800-C N.E. Tenney Road in […]

Skamania Lodge, 1131 S.W. Skamania Lodge Way, Stevenson, will host a Holiday Light Walk in Tree House Village from 5-9 p.m. every night from Nov. 28-Jan. 4. A collection of […]

The Neighborhood Refuge will host the 21-and-over Brew Lights in the Park from 5-10 p.m. Dec. 12 at Overlook Park, 113-131 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Enjoy craft beer, spirits, music and lights. A portion of proceeds goes to the Clark County Fire and Rescue Firefighters Association. Tickets are $25 or $45 for a VIP package. […]

Journey Theater Arts presents "Narnia" from Dec. 5-13 at Washougal High School's Washburn Performing Arts Center, 1201 39th St., Washougal. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec. 5 and 12 and 1 […]

Ekklesia Theatre presents a live radio play, "It's a Wonderful Life," with showtimes at 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13 at North Creek Church, aka Coffee Church, 10311 […]

Friends of DanceWorks present “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 12, 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 13, and 1 p.m. Dec. 14 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th […]

River HomeLink Theatre presents "Descendants: The Musical," Dec. 5-13 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver. Visit the magical world of Auradon as villains and royals learn that […]

Touch of Class Chorale presents its winter concert, “Christmas Lights,” featuring a variety of seasonal choral arrangements. Performances are 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver, 4505 E. 18th St., Vancouver; 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at East Woods Presbyterian Church, 16210 N.E. 20th St., Vancouver; and 2 p.m. Dec. 13 at Mill […]

Scottish Country Dance "Friday Frolic" classes run from 7:30-9 p.m. Fridays through Dec. 19 at Columbia Dance, 1700 Broadway, Vancouver. The first class is free. No partner or special clothing is needed but soft-soled shoes are recommended. New dancers are welcome. Admission is $8. Learn more at rscds-swws.org or contact Liza Halpenny at lizahalpenny@msn.com.

Friends of Trees will host a tree-planting event from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 13 along the Fourth Plain Corridor. Meet at Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver, 4505 E. 18th St., Vancouver. Volunteers will plant dozens of six- to 10-foot-tall trees. Volunteers will be assigned to a crew before planting starts at 9 a.m. […]

Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Christmas Trains will depart at 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays Nov. 29-Dec. 21 from the station at 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Riders will see views of the Lewis River from a hillside vantage point, take a trip through a solid rock tunnel and then […]

Join the Kwanzaa celebration from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Vancouver Arts Hub, 1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver, with music, dance, art and food. Admission to the Kwanzaa celebration is free but tickets for the Karamu, a feast of traditional African American food, are $9.99 for children, $19.99 for adults and $39.99 […]

The Vancouver Bridge Club will host free, assisted bridge play from 9:15-10:30 a.m. Saturdays at 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Attendees will get a free bridge lesson then play. Assistance will be available if needed.

Play bridge with individuals with masterpoints at 11 a.m. Saturdays at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The cost is $10.

Silver Buckle Youth Equestrian Center will host Peppermints and Ponies from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at 11611 N.E. 152nd Ave., Brush Prairie. Meet the horses, take photos with Santa and his horsey helper, do a holiday-themed craft and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Tickets are $10 per person at zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2025-peppermints-and-ponies.

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 bring a project to work on. Stitchers can share ideas, learn something new and make new friends.

Journey Theater Arts presents "Narnia" from Dec. 5-13 at Washougal High School's Washburn Performing Arts Center, 1201 39th St., Washougal. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec. 5 and 12 and 1 […]

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.

Join Chef Fabi for an afternoon of hands on tamale making, all from scratch! And take them home! Mexican at Home: Tamales Join Chef Fabi at Class Cooking for an afternoon of tamale making! Learn everything you need to know to make these tasty treats from beginning to end. We'll be making tamale dough and […]

Friends of DanceWorks present “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 12, 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 13, and 1 p.m. Dec. 14 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th […]

River HomeLink Theatre presents "Descendants: The Musical," Dec. 5-13 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver. Visit the magical world of Auradon as villains and royals learn that […]

Touch of Class Chorale presents its winter concert, “Christmas Lights,” featuring a variety of seasonal choral arrangements. Performances are 7 p.m. Dec. 5 at Unitarian Universalist Church of Vancouver, 4505 E. 18th St., Vancouver; 7 p.m. Dec. 12 at East Woods Presbyterian Church, 16210 N.E. 20th St., Vancouver; and 2 p.m. Dec. 13 at Mill […]

The Clark County Historical Museum will debut its newest exhibit, "Echoes of Fort Vancouver: How the Fur Trade Shaped Clark County" with a free reception from 5-7 p.m. Dec. 13. Timed to coincide with the 200th anniversary of the Hudson’s Bay Company’s Fort Vancouver, this exhibit explores how centuries of trade—beginning with Indigenous networks that […]

Journey Theater Arts presents "Narnia" from Dec. 5-13 at Washougal High School's Washburn Performing Arts Center, 1201 39th St., Washougal. Showtimes are 7 p.m. Dec. 5 and 12 and 1 […]

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 […]

The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra will present a holiday concert featuring Tony-nominated singer-actress Liz Callaway, known for her Broadway performances in "Merrily We Roll Along," "Baby" and "Cats" as well as animated films "Anastasia," "The Return of Jafar" and "The Swan Princess." Performances are 7 p.m. Dec. 13 and 3 p.m. Dec. 14 at Skyview Concert […]

Vancouver First United Methodist Church, 401 E. 33rd St., Vancouver, will host a Sing-Along Messiah from 7-8 p.m. Dec. 13 in the sanctuary. Bring your own copy of George Friderich Handel's famous oratorio or borrow one at the event.

Ekklesia Theatre presents a live radio play, "It's a Wonderful Life," with showtimes at 7 p.m. Dec. 5, 6, 12 and 13 at North Creek Church, aka Coffee Church, 10311 […]

Friends of DanceWorks present “The Nutcracker” at 7 p.m. Dec. 12, 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 13, and 1 p.m. Dec. 14 at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th […]

River HomeLink Theatre presents "Descendants: The Musical," Dec. 5-13 at Prairie High School, 11311 N.E. 119th St., Vancouver. Visit the magical world of Auradon as villains and royals learn that […]

The Junior Symphony of Vancouver will present its Holiday Concert at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at Cascades Presbyterian Church, 9503 N.E. 86th St., Vancouver. The program will include music by Pachelbel, Torelli, and holiday favorites along with traditional sing-alongs. Tickets are $15 at the door. A reception will follow the concert. For more information, call […]