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 Event Center, 912 E. Main St., 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.
Grant House Ghost Tour: 2:30-4 p.m., Sunday, July 20, The Grant House Willful Wine, 1101 Officers Row, Vancouver. Learn about the five resident ghosts at The Grant House during an educational tour. The tour is free with a $20 purchase from Willful Wine’s menu. Reservations are encouraged and available online at shorturl.at/kOIgW.
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.
Vancouver Arts & Music Festival: Thursday-Saturday, July 31-Aug. 3, Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Celebrate the musicians and artisans of Clark County during a free festival, presented by the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and the City of Vancouver. The festival will feature over 40 performances and 110 artists. For more information, visit vancouverartsandmusicfestival.com.
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, Aug. 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.
End of Summer Concerts on the Lawn: 6-7 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 13, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Join the La Center Community Library in celebrating the end of summer with a concert on the lawn, performed by the Vancouver Community Jazz Band. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket and picnic dinner.
Fort Vancouver Bicentennial Celebration: 10 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 16, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site, 1001 E. Fifth St., Vancouver. Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site during a day of historical education. Entry fees will be waived during the event. For more information, visit shorturl.at/xjlU3.
Jane Austen Birthday Celebration: 4-5 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Celebrate the 250th anniversary of author Jane Austen’s birth with Pride and Prejudice themed parlour games at the library.
