History of Women's Clubs and the Public Library: 4-5 p.m., Thursday, March 13, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn about the history of Women’s Social Clubs and their foundational work of establishing public libraries across Southwest Washington during a seminar, hosted by Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries. For more information, visit shorturl.at/S76wg.
LADY Mad Hatter’s Meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, March 14, Happy Family, 611 E. Main St., 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.
Quiltfest Northwest: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 15, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse art and shop supplies at the annual Quiltfest Northwest art show, hosted by Clark County Quilters. This year’s featured artists are Carol Hattan and Gerrie Thompson. Admission is $10 per person, and parking is $6 per vehicle. For more information, visit quiltfestnw.com.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 19, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn about emotional wellness and how to practice self-care in a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. RVSP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
MOMS Club Social Hour: 12:30-2 p.m., Wednesday, March 19, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Meet and mingle with local moms during a kid-friendly social hour, hosted by MOMS Club of Battle Ground.
Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Wednesday, March 19, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn of the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease during a class, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association of Oregon and Southwest Washington. Presenters will discuss the risk factors of Alzheimer’s, diagnosis and treatment. Registration is available online at shorturl.at/nELtt/
Furry Friends “Whiskers & Wishes Online” Auction: Noon, Wednesday, March 19, through 8 p.m., Sunday, March 23. The auction will raise funds to cover the cost of this year’s spay-and-neuter services, which are estimated to cost over $50,000. Leftover funds will help cover the medical expenses of cats in the rescue’s care. To donate items for the auction, email information@furryfriendsWA.org. For more information, visit shorturl.at/Mvr1q.
BG Senior Citizens Veteran Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, March 21, The Prairie Tavern, 14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie. Meet fellow veterans at the monthly lunch club hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Participants are responsible for their own meal cost. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Property Tax Exemption for Seniors: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Friday, March 21, Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW First St., Battle Ground. Learn about tax exemptions, available to residents based on age, disability, ownership, occupancy and income from the Clark County Assessor’s Office. Sign up in advance by contacting Sharon Wodtke at swodtke@comcast.net or calling 360-953-3278. Walk-ins are welcome to participate.
Green Tie Gala: 6 p.m., Friday, March 21, Victorian Vineyard, 21919 NE 154th St., Brush Prairie. Raise funds for the skilled trades workforce at a formal gala, hosted by the Building Futures Foundation. Proceeds from the event will benefit scholarships, tool grants and programs supporting careers in the building industry. The gala will feature live music, food, drinks and a silent auction. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/F7sfn.
Volunteer Invasive Ivy Pull: 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, March 22, 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. To register, visit shorturl.at/IIWhH.
Kiwifruit Growing Workshop: 10-11:30 a.m., Saturday, March 22, 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn how to grow kiwi at home during a workshop, hosted by the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener program. Participants will begin the lesson indoors, and then move outside to the farm’s kiwi demonstration site. Registration is $10 per person and is available online at shorturl.at/oXBmU.
Hydrangea Growing Workshop: 2-3 p.m., Saturday, March 22, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn how to grow healthy, vibrantly blooming hydrangeas from Clark County master gardener Carley Wecks, during a class hosted by the Washington State University Extension Master Gardener Program. For more information, visit shorturl.at/NOVw6.
Pioneering Women of Ridgefield: 6:30 p.m., Monday, March 24, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn about the women who shaped Ridgefield’s history during a presentation, hosted by the Ridgefield Heritage Society. This year’s honorees include Sadie Fairbrother, Helen Maul, and Joyce Woodward.
Lawn Reduction Seminar: 1-2 p.m., Saturday, March 29, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn about grass lawn alternatives during a seminar, hosted by Washington State University Extension Master Gardener Janis McBride. The seminar will include information on how to transition a lawn into a wildlife habitat, food garden and more.
Houseplants 101 Seminar: 1-2 p.m., Saturday, March 29, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn how to grow healthy, beautiful indoor houseplants during a seminar hosted by the Washington State University Extension Master Gardener Program. Topics will include information on light requirements, watering, growing media and more.
Woodland Spring Plant & Seed Swap: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, March 29, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Bring spring seeds and plants ready for planting to a swapping event, hosted by the Woodland Community Library.
Southwest Washington Forest Owners' Winter School: 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 29, WSU Vancouver Library, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave., Vancouver. Learn how to address challenges on your property, and restore healthy forest conditions, during a novice workshop hosted by Washington State University Extension Forestry. Registration is $20 per person, and $30 per adult couple within the same household. Register online at shorturl.at/qgBBa.
Consumer Awareness Series, Best Practices and Complaint Process: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Wednesday, April 9, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn how to file a complaint and get help with resolving consumer issues during a presentation, hosted by the Consumer Protection Division of Washington State. The virtual presentation will be available for in-person viewing at the library, and may also be accessed online at shorturl.at/3njlV.
Ridgefield Spring Clean Up: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, April 19, S. 11th St., Ridgefield. Ridgefield residents within the city limits are invited to dispose of garbage, yard debris, tires and more during the annual Spring Clean Up. Residents eligible for the event will receive a voucher for drop-off in the mail. For a comprehensive list of accepted items, visit shorturl.at/a4d1D. Residents may volunteer to assist with unloading waste from vehicles at shorturl.at/zIOt3.
Battle Ground Park Appreciation Day: 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, April 19. The community is invited to celebrate National Volunteer Month and Earth Day during Battle Ground’s annual Park Appreciation Day. This year’s parks include Florence Robinson Park, Fairground Park, Kiwanis Park, McConnell Park and Central Park. Volunteers must bring their own equipment. Participants may register online at shorturl.at/SQvUv.
Battle Ground Rose Float Open House: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, April 26, Kiwanis Park Building, 422 SW Second Ave., Battle Ground. Reminisce about the 70-year tradition of the Battle Ground Rose Float, which joined in the local Harvest Day Parade and Portland Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade. Participants are encouraged to bring a dessert to share during the open house.
Home & Garden Idea Fair: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, April 26 and 27, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse more than 200 vendors at the annual Home & Garden Idea Fair, hosted by Clark Public Utilities. Admission is free, and parking is $6 per vehicle. Plant sales and children’s activities will be available during the fair. For more information, visit shorturl.at/bvz7Z.
Master Gardener Mother’s Day Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Friday and Saturday, May 9-10. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday, May 11, 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Shop the Master Gardener Foundation of Clark County’s annual Mother’s Day plant sale, featuring perennials, houseplants and gardening supplies. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the foundation. The sale is available May 9-10, by appointment only, at shorturl.at/x1YRB. The sale will open to the general public on May 11.
Ridgefield High School’s Golden Graduate Social: 1-4 p.m., Sunday, May 18, Ridgefield High School, 2630 S. Hillhurst Road, Ridgefield. Ridgefield High School graduates from 50+ years ago are invited to a reunion hosted by the class of 1972. Proceeds from a silent auction during the reunion will benefit the Ridgefield School District. Registration is $27 per person, and free for graduates from 70+ years ago. Participants must RSVP by Saturday, May 1. To register, call Sue Dixon at 360-904-2206, or email SpudderGoldenGrads@gmail.com.
Ongoing
Manic Monday Mama Group: 9:30 a.m., every Monday, North County Wellness Collective, 40600 NE 221 Ave., Suite 101, Amboy. Join other local mothers for a weekly meeting featuring a sharing circle, gentle stretching and activities for children. A $10 donation per family is suggested. For more information, email northcountywellnesscollective@gmail.com.
Southwest Washington Woodturners Meeting: 7-9 p.m., every second Thursday of each month, Friends of the Carpenter, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver. Learn woodturning techniques from experts at the Southwest Washington Woodturners monthly meeting. Meetings are free and open to hobbyists, experts and those curious about woodworking. For more information, visit southwestwashingtonwoodturners.org.
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 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.
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.
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 chrysanthemumsvancouver.com.
Battle Ground Lions Club: 7 p.m., every second and fourth Thursday of the month, 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.-8 a.m., the second Tuesday of each month, Rosauers Supermarket Coffee Shop, 101 S. 47th Ave., Ridgefield. Business meeting, 6:30-8 p.m., the fourth Wednesday of each month, 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) Battle Ground: 10:45 a.m.-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 directions, call Linda at 360-977-8689.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Woodland: 8:30-10:45 a.m., every Tuesday, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. The meeting starts with a private weigh-in, followed by a meeting. For more information, call Vera Porter at 503-806 0795.
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. The cost is $7 per dancer. For more information, contact Dale Smith at 360-606-8849.
Silver & Fit Senior Virtual Fitness Classes: 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 Virtual 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.gov.
VanRidge Garden Club: 10-11:30 a.m., every third Monday of the month, Footprints Church, 801 NE 194 St., Ridgefield. Learn about gardening during the monthly VanRidge Garden Club meeting, featuring a social hour with potluck lunch. For more information, visit vanridgegardenclub.weebly.com or call Marion Swendsen at 360-686-8347.
Vancouver Sons & Daughters of Italy: 6:30 p.m., every second Thursday of the month, Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 3500 NW 129th St., Vancouver. Celebrate Italian heritage at the monthly Vancouver Sons and Daughters of Italy meeting. For more information, call Paul Zanobelli at 360-521-5584 or visit osdia.org.
Meetings
Battle Ground City Council: 7 p.m., the first and third Mondays of the month, except for observed holidays, when they take place the next day, Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW First St., 6 p.m. study sessions before regular meetings, cityofbg.org/96/City-Council.
La Center City Council: 6:30 p.m., the second and fourth Wednesdays of the month, council chambers, La Center City Hall, 210 E. Fourth St., ci.lacenter.wa.us.
Ridgefield City Council: 6:30 p.m., second and fourth Thursdays of the month, first and third in November and December, Columbia Assembly Room, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield, ridgefieldwa.us/163/City-Council.
Woodland City Council: 7 p.m., first and third Mondays of the month, council chambers, 200 E. Scott Ave., Woodland, ci.woodland.wa.us/citycouncil.
Battle Ground Public Schools Board of Directors: 6 p.m., second and fourth Mondays of the month, most months, Lewisville Campus, Room C-26, 406 NW Fifth Ave., Battle Ground. Work sessions are added as deemed necessary at the second meeting of the month, battlegroundps.org/board-meetings/.
Ridgefield School District Board of Directors: 5 p.m., second and fourth Tuesdays of each month, Columbia Assembly Room, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., or at other times and places as determined by the board, ridgefieldsd.org/page/board-of-directors
Woodland School District Board of Directors: 6:30 p.m., second and fourth Thursday of the month, the third Thursday in November and December, Woodland High School, room 1204, 1500 Dike Access Road, Woodland, woodlandschools.org/page/77.
La Center School District Board of Directors: 7 p.m., the fourth Tuesday of the month, La Center High School Library, 725 NE Highland Ave., La Center, lacenterschools.org/school-board-minutes-and-agendas.
Clark County Community Action Advisory Board meeting: 9 a.m. every first Wednesday of odd-numbered months at the Center for Community Health, room C210B, 1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The Community Action Advisory Board advocates on behalf of low-income residents at the state and federal levels. For more information, visit clark.wa.gov/community-services/caab-community-action-advisory-board.
