Ridgefield Community Café: 8:30-10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 14, Lava Java, 2 S. 56th Place, Suite 102, Ridgefield. Join Ridgefield School District Superintendent Dr. Jenny Rodriquez and the Ridgefield School Board of Directors in a community discussion about the school district. Public commentary on the schools, programs and capital facilities projects are welcomed.
Volunteer Invasive English Ivy Pull: 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Nov. 16, Abrams Park, 400 Abrams Park Road, Ridgefield. Help combat invasive English ivy, which crowds out native and less aggressive plants, during an event hosted by Watershed Alliance of Southwest Washington and the Ridgefield Garden Club. Volunteers should wear long pants, sturdy shoes and bring their own water and snacks. For more information, visit thewatershedalliance.org/events.
Winter Craft, Quilling Ornament Workshop: 2-5 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Learn the art of paper quilling by making Christmas ornaments. Free craft supplies will be provided. To register, visit shorturl.at/xuMg1.
Native Mason Bee Workshop: 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Nov. 16, CASEE Center Building B, Room 205, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn about native mason bees and their environmental benefits. Participants will prepare bee cocoons, which will be released at the NatureScaping gardens next spring. Class registration is free for NatureScaping of Southwest Washington members and $15 for nonmembers. To register, email info@naturescaping.org, or call 360-737-1160.
Ridgefield School District Town Hall: 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 19, View Ridge Middle School Commons, 3215 S. Hillhurst Road, Ridgefield. Join Ridgefield School District Superintendent Dr. Jenny Rodriquez and the Ridgefield School Board of Directors in a discussion about the school district. Public comment on the schools, programs and capital facilities projects are welcomed.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 20, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn about frequent scams that target seniors, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Limited seating is available. RVSP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
Teens and Tweens Super Smash Bros. Tournament: 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Young library patrons are invited to the Ridgefield Community Library’s first Super Smash Bros. video game tournament. Participants ages 10-18 are welcome. Free snacks will be available. Register online at shorturl.at/OeB2j.
Dream for Life Thanksgiving Dinner: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, Grace Community Church, 1311 Lewis River Road, Woodland. Community members are invited to a free Thanksgiving dinner, hosted by Dream for Life in collaboration with multiple local and national sponsors. Free haircuts, food, community resources and entertainment for children will be available.
La Center Little League Parents Night Out: 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 23, Podunk Pizza Company, 630 E. Birch Ave., La Center. Join the La Center community in raising funds for La Center Little League improvements, including playfield updates such as new equipment and additional park lighting. A live auction for fishing equipment, vacation rentals and more will be available during the event. For more information, email littleleaguelacenter@gmail.com.
Winter Craft, Wreath-Making Workshop: 2-5 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 26, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Drive, Woodland. Celebrate winter by joining the Woodland Community Library for a wreath workshop. Free greenery, wire and frames will be provided. Participants may bring clippers and additional embellishments for their wreaths. To register, visit shorturl.at/m0JoE.
Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation Turkey Trot: 9 a.m., Thursday, Nov. 28, Union Ridge Elementary School, 330 N. Fifth Ave., Ridgefield. Raise funds for Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation to support school district families. A Drumstick Dash for children ages 5 and under will begin at 8:45 a.m. The 5-kilometer walk/run will begin at 9 a.m. Race packet pickup will be available from 4-6 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 27, at Union Ridge Elementary School’s gym. Participants must register by 5 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 10, to ensure they receive an event shirt. Register online at ridgefieldpsf.org/turkey-trot.
Mercy Incorporated Gala: 6-8 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Participate in an evening of fellowship and updates about the impacts of Mercy Incorporated in 2024. Mercy Incorporated is a Christian outreach program that provides water, food, education and health care to impoverished communities globally. To attend, RSVP online at shorturl.at/oAmla.
Battle Ground Holiday Tree Lighting & Celebration: 5:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 6, Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Join community members in the annual holiday tree lighting at the community center. Festivities will begin outdoors with a musical performance by the Battle Ground High School choir. Refreshments, coloring sheets and more will be available within the community center. For more information, visit cityofbg.org/Annual-Events.
La Center Santa Stride: 1:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8, 210 E. Fourth St., La Center. Dress festively for a Santa-themed 5-kilometer run/walk benefiting La Center United. The first 200 participants to register will receive a commemorative long-sleeve T-shirt and participation medal. Registration is $40 for adults and $20 for children. To register, visit tinyurl.com/yuvcbhhp.
La Center Tree-Lighting Ceremony: 4:30 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 8, La Center City Hall, 210 E. Fourth St., La Center. Watch the annual City of La Center tree lighting herald the arrival of the Christmas season. Christmas carolers will perform during the tree lighting ceremony. For more information, visit lacenterchristmasfestival.com.
Eco-Friendly Gift-Wrapping Workshop: 1-2:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn about eco-friendly gift wrapping methods during a workshop, hosted by Battle Ground Community Library. Some eco-friendly materials will be available for demonstration purposes. For more information, visit shorturl.at/HOi9m.
Santa’s Posse Gift Deliveries: 8 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, Clark County Event Center, Exhibition Hall C, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Help non-profit gift charity Santa’s Posse deliver gift packages across Clark County. This year, an estimated 359 drivers will be needed for deliveries. Volunteer signup is available at shorturl.at/4CDsL. For more information, email volunteers@santasposse.org.
Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration and Karamu: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Celebrate Kwanzaa with a day of African music, dance, art and food hosted by Please Don’t Die Black Men. General admission is free. Attendees of the Kwanzaa Karamu communal feast must purchase a meal ticket. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/g7xP7.
Winter Craft, Gingerbread House Workshop: 4-6 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 18, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Build a gingerbread house at an event hosted by Woodland Community Library. All materials will be provided, while supplies last. For more information, visit shorturl.at/yCRDA.
An Afternoon With Celtic Muse: 4-5:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Enjoy a free performance by harpist duo Celtic Muse. Light refreshments will be provided. For more information, visit shorturl.at/KqMFP.
Winter Craft, Christmas Centerpiece Workshop: 5-6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19, Wheel House Community Center, 1000 E. Fourth St., La Center. Join the Friends of La Center Community Library for the annual centerpiece workshop. Families may work together to create a special centerpiece for their holiday table. All materials will be provided, while supplies last. Participants are asked to bring their pruning shears, gloves and greenery. For more information, visit shorturl.at/1xm5N.
Winter Craft, Gingerbread House Workshop: 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 20, Old Yacolt Town Hall, 105 E. Yacolt Road, Yacolt. Build a gingerbread house at an event hosted by Yacolt Library Express. All materials will be provided, while supplies last. For more information, visit shorturl.at/QsvmY.
Noon Year’s Eve Party: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 31, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Join community members in a family-friendly part with a countdown to noon for New Year’s Eve, hosted by La Center Community Library. Crafts, music, dancing and more will be available. For more information, visit shorturl.at/MI5tA.
Ongoing
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.
