Columbia Kids Preschool & Sprouting Seeds benefit concert: 7 p.m., Friday, May 31, Battle Ground United Methodist Church, 10300 NE 199th St., Battle Ground. Musicians Lisa Lynne and Aryeh Frankfurter will play the Swedish Nyckelharpa, Ukrainian Bandura, Celtic harp and more. Performances will include songs from Sweden and Ireland. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Columbia Kids Preschool & Sprouting Seeds School. Purchase tickets at sproutingseedsbg.com.
Bingo at Hockinson High School: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday, May 31, Hockinson High School commons, 16819 NE 159th St., Brush Prairie. Kick off Hockinson Fun Days playing Bingo with a $50 cash prize. Bingo cards are available for purchase at $1 for two cards. Concessions and dinner options will be available for purchase. For more information, visit hockinsonboosters.com/fun-days-schedule.
Fire District 3 pancake breakfast: 7-11:30 a.m., Saturday, June 1, Fire District 3 station, 17718 NE 159th St., Brush Prairie. Celebrate Hockinson Fun Days with an all-you-can-eat breakfast of pancakes and eggs. Admission is $7 per person or $25 per family. Proceeds from the breakfast will be donated to a local family in need. For more information, visit hockinsonboosters.com/fun-days-schedule.
Hockinson Fun Days Parade: 12 p.m., Saturday, June 1, Hockinson High School, 16819 NE 159th St., Brush Prairie. The annual parade with cars, floats and bands will begin at Hockinson High School and end at Northeast 182nd Avenue and Northeast 164th Street. Parade roads will close at 11:30 a.m. For more information, visit hockinsonboosters.com/fun-days-schedule.
Hockinson Country Fair Carnival: 10 a.m.-noon, 1-3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 1, Hockinson Community Center, 15916 NE 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie. Participate in carnival games, win prizes and browse local vendors during the Hockinson Fun Days carnival. For more information, visit hockinsonboosters.com/fun-days-schedule.
Ridgefield Big Paddle: 9 a.m., Saturday, June 1, Ridgefield Waterfront, Mill Street, Ridgefield. Paddle along Lake River during the 13th annual Big Paddle. Activities including live music, food and outdoor games will be available at the waterfront for those wishing to stay on land. Preregistration to join the event flotilla is required. For more information, visit ridgefieldwa.us/302/Big-Paddle.
Listen Line Sunshine State of Mind fundraiser: 5:30 p.m., Saturday, June 1, Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St. Participate in an evening of food and festivities for mental health. Proceeds will benefit Listen Line. Purchase tickets online at listenline.life/events. Call 888-214-3133 for more information.
Friends of Ridgefield Community Library book sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, June 1, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Browse used books and raise money for the library at the fundraiser sale, hosted by Friends of Ridgefield Community. For more information, visit shorturl.at/ehkR5.
Pomeroy Farm Days Kid Fest: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2, Pomeroy Farms, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Browse local vendors, shop the children’s market and tour the farm’s historic buildings during the annual Farm Days event. Admission and parking are free, but a $3 donation per person to the nonprofit farm is suggested. For more information, visit pomeroyfarm.org/farm-days.
Lewis River Rotary Club meeting: 7-8:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 4, Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. This is an open club meeting with the club’s President-elect Neil Butler set to discuss updates and projects for the upcoming year. For more information, contact Marta Carminato at marta.carminato@gmail.com.
Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington luncheon: Noon, lunch social, 12:30 presentation, Thursday, June 6, Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, St. Paul Room, 12217 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. Guest speaker Cheri Baur will discuss 19th-century fabric and fashion. Visitors should bring their own lunch. Call Pepper Kim, 360-901-0176, for more information.
Community Foundation 40th Anniversary Celebration: 6-8:45 p.m., Thursday, June 6. Cowlitz Ballroom, 1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield. The Community Foundation of Southwest Washington will celebrate its 40th anniversary with an evening of music, food and entertainment while discussing its future plans for the region. Purchase tickets at cfsww.org/our-community/annual-celebration.
Dogpaw Off-leash Dog Parks fair: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, June 8, Dakota Memorial Dog Park, 1515 NE 164th Ave., Vancouver. Support Dogpaw at its first fundraising event, which will feature vendors such as groomers, trainers and more. The volunteer-run and donor-funded organization cares for multiple off-leash dog parks across Clark County. For more information, visit fb.me/e/5eXiwvfei.
BG Community Center senior monthly luncheon: 10:30 a.m., Monday, June 10, Battle Ground Community Center, 912 NE Main St., Battle Ground. The program will begin at 11:30 a.m., with a luncheon at noon. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
LADY Mad Hatter’s meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 10, Mod Pizza, 1214 SW Scotton Way #117, Battle Ground. Monthly meeting for the Battle Ground Senior Citizens LADY Mad Hatters. Participants are responsible for their own meal cost. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Music at O.O. Howard House featuring True Vibez: 5:30-8 p.m., Friday, June 14, O.O. Howard House lawn, 750 Anderson St. A, Vancouver. Kick-off Vancouver Summer Fest by The Historic Trust with an evening of tacos, drinks and tunes from local band True Vibez. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket to relax on the lawn. For more information, visit VancouverSummerFest.com.
Pine & Maple night market: 4-9 p.m., Saturday, June 15, Pine & Maple Boutique, 713 W. Main St., Suite 107, Battle Ground. Browse gifts, baked treats and art from local vendors at the night market. Over 20 vendors will be available at the venue. For more information, visit shorturl.at/sEFR8.
Couve Auto Show Father’s Day Car Show: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Sunday, June 16, Vancouver Mall northern parking lot, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Drive. Celebrate Father’s Day with music, food and other family friendly entertainment alongside classic and custom cars, hosted by Vancouver Mall and Orchards Cars & Coffee. Funds raised during the event will benefit local non-profit organizations and food banks. Event admission is free for spectators. For more information, or to register a car, visit eventcreate.com/e/couveautoshow2024.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to protect yourself and your finances from scammers and card skimmers, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Sign up by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
The Historic Trust Summer Solstice Celebration: 6-8 p.m., Thursday, June 20, O.O. Howard House lawn, 750 Anderson St. A, Vancouver. Celebrate the first day of summer with craft projects and gentle yoga on the lawn. Admission is free, and chairs will be available. For more information, visit VancouverSummerFest.com.
Rocky’s Pizza Birthday Bash: 6:30 p.m.-midnight, Friday, June 21, Rocky’s Pizza & R Bar, 1901 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Celebrate Rocky’s 80th birthday with food, live music and giveaways. All ages are welcome, and a limited number of tickets will be sold at the door. For more information, visit charliegreenmusic.com/rockyspizza.
“Wizard of Oz” Summer Reading Kick-Off: 3-4 p.m., Thursday, June 27, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Celebrate the start of the summer reading program with a “Wizard of Oz”-themed party featuring costumes, activities, crafts and more at the library. For more information, visit shorturl.at/rxy28.
Intro to Leatherwork for Teens: 2-4 p.m., Thursday, June 27, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Students in sixth to 12th grade are invited to learn leatherworking basics from Swallowtail Leather at the library. Participants will have the option to create a bracelet, keychain or bookmark. Online registration is required at shorturl.at/ahiPU between June 1-20.
Intro to Leatherwork for Adults: 4-6 p.m., Thursday, June 27, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Adults are invited to learn leatherworking basics from Swallowtail Leather at the library. Participants will have the option to create a bracelet, keychain or bookmark. Online registration is required at shorturl.at/fnrsE between June 1-20.
The Historic Trust Picnic in the Park: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, July 6, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, 1001 E. Fifth St., Vancouver. Bring family and friends to enjoy summer picnicking at the park. The day will be packed with activities including live music, games, tours and historic reenactments. Admission is free and participants may bring their own picnic, or purchase one from local vendors on-site. For more information, visit VancouverSummerFest.com.
Music at O.O. Howard House featuring Fadin’ by 9: 5:30-8 p.m., Friday, June 14, O.O. Howard House lawn, 750 Anderson St. A, Vancouver. Enjoy a summer evening with food, drinks and tunes from bluegrass band Fadin’ by 9 as part of Vancouver Summer Fest by The Historic Trust. Admission is free, and attendees are encouraged to bring a picnic blanket to relax on the lawn. For more information, visit VancouverSummerFest.com.
Merwin Day of Fishing for kids with disabilities: 9 a.m.- 1 p.m., Saturday, July 13, Merwin Fish Hatchery, 111 Merwin Village Court, Ariel. Enjoy a day in nature and bring children with disabilities to fish. Volunteers will be available to provide support and ensure everyone has a great time. Fishing gear will be provided for free. Register online at shorturl.at/avN16 by Friday, June 24.
Miss Teen La Center North County Pageant: 7 p.m., Saturday, July 20, La Center Middle School, 2001 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. The annual scholarship pageant is accepting applications from girls who have completed sixth grade, ages 12-18. Applicants who live or go to school in La Center, Ridgefield, Woodland, Battle Ground, Amboy or Yacolt are eligible. For more information or entry forms, contact Linda Tracy at linda.aformalaffair@comcast.net.
BGHS Class of 1974 50th reunion: Friday-Sunday, July 26-28. Join fellow Tigers from the Class of 1974 for their 50th reunion. Festivities will begin with a cruise-in from 4-8 p.m., Friday, July 26, Alderbrook Park, 24414 NE Westerholm Road, Brush Prairie. Then reminisce under the stars with classmates at 4 p.m., Saturday, July 27, 28748 NE 172nd Ave., Battle Ground. Registration is required to attend the party. The final evening of celebration will run from 2-5 p.m., Sunday, July 28, Lewisville Park at the Oak Shelter. For more information and registration, visit bghs74.com.
Woodland Planters Days Celebration meetings: 6 p.m., the third Tuesday of each month, Veterans of Foreign Wars, 434 Davidson Ave., Woodland. Meetings discuss the planning of the annual Planters Days community celebration. For more information, visit planters-days.com.
Battle Ground Toastmasters: The Battle Ground Toastmasters work to improve communication skills and have fun doing it. Join the group in person or via Zoom from noon to 1:15 p.m. on Tuesdays at Legions Realty, 717 W. Main St., Suite 126, Battle Ground, or online at tinyurl.com/3ejt6rae.
Battle Ground Senior Citizens pinochle: 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m., every Tuesday and Thursday, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Play cards with fellow Battle Ground senior citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Battle Ground Senior Citizens coffee social: 9-10 a.m., every fourth Monday of the month, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Enjoy a morning with fellow senior citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Thursday Walkers: 9:30 a.m., every second and fourth Thursday of the month, Kiwanis Park, 422 SW Second Ave., Battle Ground. Join fellow seniors for a walk around the park, organized by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society monthly meeting: 2:40 p.m., the third Monday of each month, 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn how to propagate, cultivate and care for chrysanthemums. For more information, visit chrysanthemums
vancouver.com.
Battle Ground Lions Club: 7 p.m. every second and fourth Thursday of the month at Old Town Burger and Breakfast, 813 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Join the Battle Ground Lions Club for fun and volunteer opportunities.
Ridgefield Lions Club: Breakfast meeting — 6:45 a.m. to 8 a.m. the second Tuesday of each month at Rosauers Supermarket Coffee Shop, 101 S. 47th Ave., Ridgefield. Business meeting — 6:30 to 8 p.m. the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield. Go to ridgefieldlions.org for more information.
Battle Ground Rotary Club meeting: 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday at 715 E. Main St. in Battle Ground.
Take off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS): 10:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. every Thursday at the mobile home park at 300 SW Seventh Ave. in Battle Ground. The meeting starts with a private weigh-in. For more information or for directions, call Lori at 360-601-2236.
Columbia River Square Dancers: Lessons 6-8 p.m. on Sundays, dances at 7 p.m. for plus level and 8-9:45 p.m. for mainstream level on the first and third Friday of each month. Lessons and dances take place at 17901 NE 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. Cost is $7 per dancer. For more information, contact Dale Smith at 360-606-8849.
Silver & Fit virtual fitness classes for seniors: 10 a.m. every weekday. Join Silver & Fit for free fitness classes for seniors. Monday is low-impact cardio, Tuesday is easy-going yoga, Wednesday is body-weight exercises, Thursday is balance and flexibility, and Friday is a mix of favorite exercises of the week. To find classes, visit facebook.com/silverandfit. For more information, call 877-427-4788, or email silverandfitonfacebook@ashn.com.
Virtual Professional Connections weekly meeting: 11:45 a.m. every Monday. Meet like-minded professionals and network with others in similar career fields. To join, go to zoom.com, click on join a meeting, enter meeting ID 8092456202, and enter password 311397, if applicable. For more information, call 503-348-5330.
Kinship caregiving support group: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. The group offers family caregivers a safe place to connect with others, discuss the challenges of caregiving and learn about community resources. To register, call ADRC Information and Assistance at 360-694-8144, or email ClarkADRC@dshs.wa.gov.
Kinship caregiving support group: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., the second Wednesday of each month on Zoom and 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., the fourth Wednesday of each month in-person at Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. Meet with other caregivers, who are relatives caring for one or more relative children. Registration for the in-person group is not required. To register, call ADRC Information and Assistance at 360-694-8144, or email ClarkADRC@dshs.wa.go
