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.
“Looking In/Looking Out” Art Exhibit Reception: 3:30-5:30 p.m., Saturday, June 28, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Meet local artists during a reception for the “Looking In/Looking Out” exhibit, hosted by the Ridgefield Art Association. Works in the exhibit will be themed after new ways of seeing the world. The exhibit is available during library hours from June 28 through Aug. 28.
Ecology, Edibles and Ethnobotany Workshop: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, June 28, CASEE Center, Building B, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn about plant species native to the Pacific Northwest and their uses during a workshop hosted by Good Year Farms owner Hannah Schrager. 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.
Cedar Creek Grist Mill Strawberry Shortcake Day: 12 p.m., Saturday, June 28, Cedar Creek Grist Mill, 43907 NE Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Visit the historic Cedar Creek Grist Mill for a sampling of strawberry shortcake, made with ripe local strawberries.
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.
Ridgefield Fourth of July Celebration: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, July 4, Overlook Park, 113-131 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Celebrate the Fourth of July with a day-long event hosted by the Ridgefield Fourth of July Committee. Events will include a parade, followed by vendors, food, live music and more. For more information, visit ridgefield4th.com.
Yacolt Rendezvous Day: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Friday, July 4, Yacolt. Celebrate the Fourth of July during Yacolt’s annual Rendezvous Day. Events will begin with a parade at 10 a.m., starting at the intersection of Hoag Street and Railroad Avenue. Additional events will include a kickball tournament, outdoor vendor market, children’s games, live music and contests. For event details, visit shorturl.at/D6tlH.
Pomeroy Farm Kids Fest: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, July 5 and 6, Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Bring the family for a kid-centered weekend at Pomeroy Farms, featuring guests from local kid-centered organization, pony rides, farm animals and more. Admission is $3 for those aged 6 and older. For more information, visit pomeroyfarm.org/farm-days.
Museum of Curious Things: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Monday, July 7, Ridgefield Community Library, 120 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Browse the unusual things at the Museum of Curious Things during an event hosted by the Ridgefield Community Library. The collection will include cultural artifacts, unusual taxidermy, anatomical oddities and more.
LADY Mad Hatter’s Meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 11, Brush Prairie Bar & Grill, 14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie. Monthly meeting for the Battle Ground Senior Citizens LADY Mad Hatters. Participants are responsible for their own meal costs. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Sourdough Starters 101: 4-5:30 p.m., Friday, July 11, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn basic kitchen techniques and how to make sourdough starter during a workshop hosted by the Battle Ground Community Library. All supplies will be provided.
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.
NatureScaping Art in the Garden: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, July 13, NatureScaping’s Wildlife Botanical Gardens, 11000 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Listen to music, view artworks from local artists and learn about composting at the annual Art in the Garden event. Entry is free for this family-friendly event. For more information, email info@naturescaping.org.
FVRL Anniversary Celebration, ‘Rainbow of Magic!’: 10-10:45 a.m., Wednesday, July 16, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Celebrate FVRLibraries' 75th anniversary with a performance of Louie Foxx's “Rainbow of Magic!” magic show.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday, July 16, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to organize your medications for ease of access and safety during a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. RSVP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
BG Senior Citizens Veteran Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, July 18, 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.
FVRL Anniversary Celebration, Aztec Music & Dance: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Friday, July 18, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Celebrate FVRLibraries' 75th anniversary with a colorful Aztec performance from Danza Azteca Huitzilopochtli.
Scooped Ice Cream Festival: 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, July 19, Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Sample 50+ flavors of all-you-can-eat ice cream during the Scooped Ice Cream Festival. Tickets are available for purchase online at scoopedicecream.com.
FVRL Anniversary Celebration, Rescue Dogs in Action: 10-11 a.m., Saturday, July 26, Old Yacolt Town Hall, 105 E. Yacolt Road, Yacolt. Celebrate FVRLibraries' 75th anniversary with a performance from Rescue Dogs in Action. Trained Border Collies will demonstrate their herding and sport skills under the guidance of their trainers.
Four Days of Aloha: Thursday-Sunday, July 25-27, Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Join the community to celebrate Hawaiian culture during a four-day event, featuring food, performances, workshops and more. Tickets are available for purchase online at 4daysofaloha.com.
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/gc3
Cedar Creek Grist Mill Blueberry Pancake Day: 12 p.m., Saturday, July 26, Cedar Creek Grist Mill, 43907 NE Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Visit the historic Cedar Creek Grist Mill for a sampling of pancakes, made with ripe local blueberries.
BG Senior Citizens Cellphone Class: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., Monday, July 28, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn how to use a cellphone and maximize its capabilities during a class hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Clark County Fair: Friday-Sunday, Aug. 1-10, Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Enjoy carnival rides, live music, animal exhibits and more at the annual Clark County Fair. A variety of contests for children and adults will be available throughout the fair. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit clarkcofair.com.
O’Keefe Farms Sunflower Festival: 1-8 p.m., Fridays, and 10 a.m.-7 pm., Saturdays and Sundays, August 1-17, O’Keefe Farms, 17604 NE 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie. Celebrate summer during the sixth annual Sunflower Festival at O’Keefe Farms. Admission is $10 for those 13 and older, $5 for those age 6-12, and free for children under 5 years of age. Admission includes two cut sunflowers. For more information, visit shorturl.at/XAZuY.
Ongoing
Woodland Seniors Widows Group: 10-11:30 a.m., every first and third Monday of the month, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Socialize with local seniors during the bimonthly meeting, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Woodland Seniors Walking Group: 10-11:30 a.m., every Tuesday and Friday, Horseshoe Lake Park, Park Road, Woodland. Exercise alongside local seniors during the biweekly meeting, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
La Center American Legion Meeting: 7 p.m., every second Thursday 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 Seniors Fun & Games: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Play games with local seniors during the bimonthly meeting, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
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.
Woodland Seniors Chair Yoga: 10-11 a.m., every Thursday, Woodland Presbyterian Church, Fellowship Hall, 756 Park St., Woodland. Gently exercise alongside local seniors during the weekly meeting, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
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.
