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. Register online at ridgefieldpsf.org/turkey-trot.
Battle Ground Band Boosters Christmas Tree Sale: 3-7 p.m., Wednesday through Fridays beginning Friday, Nov. 29, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays until inventory is sold, Albertsons Grocery, 2108 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Support Battle Ground High School’s band program by purchasing a Christmas tree from the Band Boosters. Santa will be onsite Saturday, Nov. 30, and Curly the Camel will make special appearances throughout the sale.
The Loft Gallery Grand Opening: 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1, Sweat Peas Tea Room, 1207 SE Rasmussen Blvd., Suite 107, Battle Ground. Sweat Peas Tea Room and Battle Ground Art Alliance will celebrate the opening of The Loft Gallery, featuring works from local artists. Light refreshments will be served. The gallery will be available during tearoom business hours, Wednesday through Friday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., and Saturday 11:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Clark College Orchestra Fall Concert: 7:30 p.m., Friday, Dec. 3, Skyview High School Concert Hall, 1300 NW 139 St., Vancouver. Listen to the Clark College Orchestra perform holiday compositions by Samuel Coleridge-Taylor, Donald Appert and more during a free concert. For more information, visit shorturl.at/9cTY4.
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.
Journey Charity Tribute Concert: 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 5, Hockinson High School Gymnasium, 16819 NE 159 St., Brush Prairie. Rock out classic Journey hits during a community concert, performed by tribute rock band Stone in Love. Admission is two canned food items per person for the Hockinson School District and Fire District 3 holiday canned food drive. Attendees may also donate cash instead of canned food.
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.
Scott Campbell Christmas Promise Bike Build: 9 a.m., Saturday, Dec. 7, Clark County Event Center, Exhibit Hall A, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Join the community in assembling 700 bikes as Christmas presents during the annual Scott Campbell Christmas Promise Bike Build, hosted by Waste Connections. Bikes will be donated to organizations providing holiday toys. For more information, visit shorturl.at/Q26I6.
La Center Holiday Bazaar: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 7, La Center Middle School, 2001 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Browse locally made foods and handcrafted gifts during the annual La Center Holiday Bazaar, presented by the La Center Music Association. Live holiday music will be performed by students from the La Center schools.
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.
BG Community Center Senior Monthly Luncheon: 10:30 a.m., Monday, Dec. 9, 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.
Santa’s Posse Toy and Food Drive: 4-7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 11, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Drive up and drop off new toys and nonperishable foods for Santa’s Posse, which will deliver Christmas gift packages to Clark County families in need. The first 24 vehicles to donate will receive two tickets to the 2025 Clark County Fair. For more information, visit santasposse.org.
Friends of Woodland Community Library Mini Book Sale: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Thursday and Saturday, Dec. 12 and Dec. 14, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Browse DVDs, CDs and puzzles during a sale by Friends of Woodland Community Library. Proceeds will benefit Woodland Community Library programs.
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.
LADY Mad Hatter’s meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, Dec. 13, Pita House, 715 W. Main St., Suite 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.
Peppermints & Ponies: 12:30-1:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, Silver Buckle Youth Equestrian Center, 11611 NE 152 Ave., Brush Prairie. Celebrate Christmas at Silver Buck Youth Equestrian Center’s annual Peppermints and Ponies event. Pictures with Santa, holiday costumed horses, refreshments and crafts will be available during the event. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/wolEe.
Heritage Holiday at Fort Vancouver: 10 a.m.- 3 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 14, Hudson Bay Company’s Fort Vancouver, 1503 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Learn Fort Vancouver’s history during a free holiday event featuring cultural demonstrations. Family activities, including crafts, will be available. For more information, visit shorturl.at/6HzmC.
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.
