LADY Mad Hatter’s meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, June 14, Mod Pizza, 1214 SW Scotton Way No. 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.
Friends of Woodland Community Library book sale: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday and Saturday, June 14-15, The Old Fire House, 100 Davidson Ave., Woodland. Support the local library by shopping the book sale, hosted by Friends of Woodland Community Library. Books and DVDs will be sold by the bag, at $8 per bag. Proceeds from the sale will help fund library activities and the construction of its new building. For more information, call 360-225-2294.
NatureScaping Botanical Gardens “Soils are the Secret”: 10 a.m-noon, Saturday, June 15, CASEE Center Building. B, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn how to kickstart soil health and create a thriving ecosystem for gardening from landscape designer Krista Lawrence. Classes are free for NatureScaping members, and $15 per class for non-members. To register, email info@naturescaping.org, or call 360-737-1160.
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.
Lewis River Rotary Club meeting: 7-8:30 a.m., Tuesday, June 18, Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. This is an open club meeting to discuss “Earthquakes in Oregon” with Scott Burns from the Portland State University Geology Department and updates on “Creating Friendships for Peace” from Brooke Anderson. For more information, contact Marta Carminato at marta.carminato@gmail.com.
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.
“Town Destroyer” Juneteeth movie screening: 5 p.m., Wednesday, June 19, Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main Ave. Ridgefield. Watch “Town Destroyer,” a documentary on the events around a historical mural depicting George Washington. The documentary delves into how people look at art, the relevance of history and how to confront racism in America. A public discussion will follow the film. For more information on this free event, visit meaningfulmovies.org.
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.
Friends of the La Center Library book sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, June 22, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Support La Center’s library at the upcoming book sale, hosted by Friends of the La Center Library. Hardback books will be sold for $1 each and paperbacks for $0.50. Proceeds from the sale will benefit library programs for all ages. For more information, call 360-263-3484 or text 360-798-7502.
Battle Ground art sale: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, June 22, 18321 NE 234th st., Battle Ground. Support 15 local artists by browsing an art sale, hosted by glass artist Suzie Guirsch. Artworks available for purchase will range from paintings to basket weavings. For more information, contact Suzie Guirsch at suzieg557@aol.com.
Will and estate planning class for caregivers: 1-2 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, online. Join an online session with lawyers specializing in kinship care to discuss wills and estate planning. This free class is hosted by Area Agency on Aging & Disabilities of Southwest Washington. To register, contact Yen Lu-Ortega at 360-759-4317, or email KinshipNavigator@dshs.wa.gov.
“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., Thursday, July 11, 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.
Celebrate Main Street, Historic Ridgefield: 9-10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 13, Overlook Park, 113-131 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn about Historic Ridgefield from Clark County Historical Museum tour guides on a 1-mile walking tour. Tour groups of 30 people will be led by a guide while making frequent stops along the way to tell stories and answer questions about Ridgefield’s history. To register, visit shorturl.at/rxX5Q.
NatureScaping Art in the Garden 2024: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, July 14, NatureScaping’s Wildlife Botanical Gardens, 11000 NE 149th St. Brush Prairie. Enjoy music, view artworks from local artists and learn about composting at the annual Art in the Garden event. Entry is free for this family friendly event. For more information, email info@naturescaping.org.
Harvest Market at BG Harvest Days: 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, July 20, Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Shop a collection of local art and farm goods as part of Battle Ground’s annual Harvest Days celebration. For more information, visit battlegroundfestivals.com.
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.
