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.
Sword Fighting and Cinema: 3-5 p.m., Saturday, May 24, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn about the choreography behind the fights in famous films from Academia Duelletoria’s Instructor at Arms, Jeff Richardson. The lecture will feature a live demonstration of cinematic swordplay.
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.
Cedar Creek Grist Mill Fry Bread Day: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, May 31, Cedar Creek Grist Mill, 43907 NE Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Visit the historic Cedar Creek Grist Mill for a sampling of free fry bread, made with freshly ground flour milled on-site.
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.
Whimsy Art Exhibit Reception: 5-7 p.m., Saturday, June 7, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Browse submissions and meet the artists during the Whismy Art Exhibit opening reception, collaboratively hosted by the Ridgefield Art Association and Ridgefield Community Library.
College Planning Day: 3-5 p.m. Saturday, June 7, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn about the college decision-making process, how to apply and more during a seminar hosted by local college admission experts. The seminar is intended for high school Sophomores and Juniors, but all those interested in higher education are welcome to attend.
Friends of Ridgefield Community Library Used Book Sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, June 7, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Browse a wide selection of hardcover and paperback nonfiction, fiction, children’s books and more at the Ridgefield Community Library fundraiser sale, hosted by Friends of Ridgefield Community. Proceeds from the sale benefit a variety of programs and events at the library.
Rocksolid Teen Takeover: 6:15 p.m., Friday, June 13, Battle Ground Cinema, 1700 SW Ninth Ave., Battle Ground. Teenagers in the fifth through 12th grades are invited to an evening filled with prizes, food, activities and a showing of the “Karate Kid: Legends” hosted by Rocksolid Teen Center. Tickets must be purchased in advance, and are available online for $5 at shorturl.at/ynSSX.
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.
Clark College Orchestra Spring Concert: 3 p.m., Sunday, June 15, Skyview High School, 1300 NW 139th St., Vancouver. Watch as the Clark College Orchestra performs its 2024-2025 Spring Concert Grand Finale. Concert admission is free and open to the public. For more information, visit shorturl.at/1eGBO.
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.
Friends of La Center Community Library Used Book Sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, June 21, 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.
Friends of Woodland Community Library Used Book Sale: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, June 21, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Find deals on used items during a book sale, hosted by Friends of La Center Community Library. Book bags can be filled for $8. Proceeds from the sale will support La Center Community Library.
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.
