Clark County Fair national anthem tryouts: 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, Clark County Event Center at exhibition hall B, 17200 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Audition to sing the ”Star Spangled Banner” national anthem for the Clark County Fair, beginning Friday, Aug. 2. Sign-ups will take place prior to tryouts, and auditions will begin at 6 p.m.
“The Marxist/Communist Attack on America” by Bethel Community Church: 6:30-8 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, Bethel Community Church, 1438 B St., Washougal. Listen to a free presentation by filmmaker and politician Curtis Bowers as he talks about Biblical worldview and the future of America, hosted by Bethel Community Church. For more information, visit shorturl.at/m3yIp.
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.
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.
Jacquot Vineyard wine festival: 1-9 p.m., Friday, June 28, Jacquot Vineyard, 11612 NE Ward Road, Brush Prairie. The event will include live, local music, food, wine and more than 35 artisan vendors during a free, family-friendly festival hosted by Jacquot Vineyard. For more information, email events@jacquotvineyard.com.
Yacolt Bigfoot Run: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, June 29, 202 W. Cushman St., Yacolt. Kick-off Yacolt’s annual week of Fourth of July celebrations with a 5k/10k through the town. Participants are welcome to walk or run the route. Registration at shorturl.at/XBq7w is required to participate.
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.
Pomeroy Farm July Jamboree: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday-Sunday, July 6-7, Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Enjoy a day on the farm with local vendors, live music, children’s activities and farm animals. Admission and parking are free. For more information, visit pomeroyfarm.org/farm-days.
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.
Hockinson Blueberry Festival: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, July 13, Hockinson Community Center, 15918 NE 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie. Celebrate this season’s harvest with local farmers during the fifth annual blueberry festival. The festival will include live music, concessions, local vendors and children’s activities. Fresh blueberries will be available for purchase.
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. Listen to 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.
Mushroom Foraging for Beginners class: 4:30-6:30 p.m., Thursday, July 18, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn about edible mushrooms and the essential skills and tools to identify them during this workshop hosted by naturalist Rebecca Lexa. For more information on topics covered in the class, visit rebeccalexa.com.
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.
Friends of La Center Community Library annual book sale: 5-6:30 p.m., Friday, July 26, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, July 27, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Sunday, July 28, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Raise funds for the library at the annual book sale. A pre-sale will be available on Friday for Friends of La Center Community Library members. Books will be sold by the bag during the last sale day. For more information, visit shorturl.at/xeUjt.
La Center Twilight Parade: 8 p.m., Friday, July 26, La Center High School, 735 NE Highland Road, La Center. Watch or join this judged parade, proceeding from La Center High, up Aspen Avenue and disbanding at W 10th Street and E Southview Heights Drive. For more information, or to register for the parade, visit lacenterourdays.com/parade.
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.
Celebrate Main Street, Old Town Battle Ground: 9-10:30 a.m., Saturday, July 27, Devs Coffee Bar, 316 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn about historic Battle Ground 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 Battle Ground’s history. To register, visit shorturl.at/CGgAE.
Hula Dance for All class: 10-10:45 a.m., Wednesday, July 31, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Celebrate Hawaiian culture through song, language and hula at this event for all ages. Learn basic hula steps from Lisa Fujii Chang. For more information about the class, visit hulaaloha.org.
Clark County Fair: Friday-Sunday, August 2-11, Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Enjoy carnival rides, live music, dinosaurs and more at the annual Clark County Fair. A variety of contests, for children and adults, will be available throughout the fair. For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit clarkcofair.com.
Yacolt Mutt Strut: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 24, Yacolt Recreational Park, 26612 E. Hoag St., Yacolt. Parade with canine companions to raise funds to the Humane Society of Southwest Washington during the annual Mutt Strut. Participants may walk or run the route. Onlookers are welcome to cheer on participants from the Recreational Park, where local vendors will be selling beverages and craft goods. For more information, visit shorturl.at/fnQni.
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.
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.
