BG Senior Citizens Veteran Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 16, 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 costs. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Garden Biodiversity with Instect-friendly Habitat: 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 17, CASEE Center Building B, Room 205, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn about bolstering your garden’s biodiversity by creating an insect-friendly habitat. 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.
Friends of La Center Community Library Used Book Sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, May 17, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Find deals on used items during a book sale, hosted by Friends of La Center Community Library. Proceeds from the sale will support La Center Community Library.
Composting Field Training: 10 a.m., Saturday, May 17, 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn about weed identification, composting systems and more during a hands-on class hosted by Composter Recycler Clark County. Participants are encouraged to bring workboots, gloves and water. To register, visit shorturl.at/bXlGb.
Northwest Gaited Horse Association Show: 8 a.m.-11 p.m., Saturday, May 17 and 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, May 18, Clark County Event Center Arena, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Watch riders perform with their Tennessee Walkers during a competition hosted by the Northwest Gaited Horse Association. Parking and nonparticipatory attendance are free. Details on the event, and registration, are available online at nwgha.live.
Vancouver Gun Show: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, May 17 and 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, May 18, Clark County Event Center 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse modern, collectible, military and antique firearms at the annual gun show, hosted by Big Top Promotions. Fire accessories, ammunition and knives will also be available. Admission is $13 for adults, $7 for military with ID and free for those under 18. For more information, visit bigtoppromos.com.
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.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 21, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn about brain health and aging in a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. RSVP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Wednesday, May 21, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn about the body-brain connection and how to optimize your health during a seminar presented by the Alzheimer's Association Oregon and SW Washington. Topics will include nutrition, cognitive activity, exercise and more.
BG Senior Citizens Mahjong: 1-3 p.m., Friday, May 23, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn how to play the tile-based game mahjong with fellow seniors during an event, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens.
Master Gardener Series, Houseplants 101: 2-3 p.m., Saturday, May 24, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn about indoor houseplants during a free seminar hosted by the Washington State University Extension Clark County Master Gardener program. Topics will include pest control, propagation and the lifecycle of houseplants.
Art at the Vineyard: 12-6 p.m., Wednesday, May 28 and Thursday, May 29, Columbia Ridge Winery, 3006 NW 199th St., Ridgefield. Over 20 local artists will be showcased at an upcoming family-friendly art show, hosted by Battle Ground Art Alliance. Live music, wine, food and more will be available at the show. For more information, visit bgartalliance.com.
Rainbow Walk & Festival: 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, June 1, Holley Park, 1000 E. Fourth St., La Center. Celebrate the LGBTQ+ community during the fifth annual Rainbow Walk and Festival, hosted by Clark County Pride. Family-friendly activities, vendors and food will be available during the event. An optional mile-long flag-waving walk will also be available. For more information, visit shorturl.at/uWbNi.
Composting Field Training: 10-11:30 a.m., Wednesday, June 4, CASEE Center, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn about weed identification, composting styles, lasagna gardens and more during a free event hosted by Clark County Composts. Register online at shorturl.at/keuGl.
Juneteenth Freedom Celebration: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, June 14, Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Celebrate Juneteenth during a fun-filled day of live music, art and more. Featured performances include Wamba, JuJuba and ThaJewler. For more information or vendor registration, visit jfcvancouver.org.
Summer Solstice Celebration: 5:30-8:30 p.m., Friday, June 20, O.O Howard House, 750 Anderson St., Vancouver. Celebrate the longest day of the year during a solstice-themed event, hosted by The Historic Trust. The free event will include solstice-themed poetry, yoga and free crafts. If planning to participate in yoga, bringing a mat is encouraged.
Clark County Fair National Anthem Tryouts: 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 26, Clark County Event Center at Exhibition Hall C, 17200 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Audition to sing the ”Star Spangled Banner” national anthem for the Clark County Fair, beginning Friday, Aug. 1. Sign-ups will take place prior to tryouts, and auditions will begin at 6 p.m.
Vancouver Pollinator Festival: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, June 21, Marshall Park, 1069 E. McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver. Celebrate pollinators, and their essential role in our ecosystems, during an event hosted by the Vancouver Bee Project. Robert Michael Pyle, founder of the Xerces Society of Invertebrate Conservation, will be a keynote speaker during the event. For more information, visit shorturl.at/gXSWV.
BG Senior Citizens 50th Anniversary Celebration: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday, June 23, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Battle Ground Senior Citizens and recount the history of the organization. For the latest updates on the event, visit shorturl.at/Zb2SV.
Wander Clark County, Downtown Camas: 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., Saturday, June 28, 204 NE Fourth Ave., Camas. Explore the rich history of Camas on a guided walking tour, presented by the Clark County Historical Museum. The tour will stroll past Camas Hotel, Liberty Theater and more. Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for museum members, but an RSVP is required. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/gc3ut
Fort Vancouver Rose Society Show: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, June 28, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Celebrate 200 years of roses at the largest rose show in Washington state, hosted by the Fort Vancouver Rose Society. Northwest-hybrid teas, florbundas, grandifloras, and more will be on display during the exhibition. Parking and admission are free, and there is no exhibitor entry fee. For more information on rose exhibit entries, visit fortvancouverrosesociety.org or email fortvancouverrosesociety@gmail.com.
Saturday in the Park: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, July 12, Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Celebrate the LGBTQ community during the annual Saturday in the Park, hosted by Southwest Washington Pride Alliance. Shopping, LGBTQ history education and more will be available. For more information, visit swwapa.org.
Wander Clark County, Downtown Battle Ground: 9 a.m. and 11 a.m., Saturday, July 26, 316 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Explore the rich history of Battle Ground on a guided walking tour, presented by the Clark County Historical Museum. The tour will stroll past Sacred Heart Church, the Stith Home and more. Tickets are $10 for non-members and free for museum members, but an RSVP is required. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/gc3ut
Ongoing
La Center American Legion Meeting: 7 p.m., every second Monday of the month, La Center Church, 111 E. Fifth St., La Center. Learn about the community works and veteran fellowship of the La Center American Legion post #189.
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 Event Center, 912 E. Main St., 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. Learn about the community projects undertaken by the Battle Ground Rotary Club, and how to volunteer.
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, Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW First St., Battle Ground. A 6 p.m. study session is held before regular meetings. Updates are available at 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., La Center. Updates are available at 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. Updates are available at 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. Updates are available at 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. Updates are available at 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. Updates are available at shorturl.at/IO09h.
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. Updates are available at shorturl.at/uLqCS.
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. Updates are available at shorturl.at/kAfrQ.
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 shorturl.at/tADme.
