O’Keefe Farms Sunflower Festival: 1-8 p.m., Fridays, and 10 a.m.-7 p.m., 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.
Battle Ground Pride: 5-9 p.m., Friday, Aug. 15, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Enjoy live entertainment, community games and shop local vendors during the family-friendly Battle Ground Pride celebration. For more information, visit shorturl.at/ksnEg.
BG Senior Citizens Veteran Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, Aug. 15, 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.
Plant Bullies to Avoid in Your Landscape: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16, CASEE Center Building B, Room 205, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn how to create a harmonious landscape with carefully selected plants, while avoiding aggressive growers. 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.
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.
Windhaven Ride for Veterans: 8 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 16, Yacolt Community Church, 509 W. Cushman St., Yacolt. Join the American Legion Tum Tum Post 168 in raising funds for the Windhaven Veterans Program by Lifeline Connections during a ride across northeast Clark County. Registration starts at $25, and hotrods, classic cars, motorcycles and trikes are welcome. Food, vendors and live music will also be available. For more information, visit shorturl.at/bZWiU.
Pollinator Water Stations Workshop: 1-2 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 19, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn how to craft safe watering stations for bees and butterflies during a workshop hosted by the Battle Ground Community Library.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 20, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn good practices for fall prevention during a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. RSVP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
Rockin' N Youth Rodeo: 3 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, 9 a.m., Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 23-24, Clark County Saddle Club, 11407 NE 174th Cir., Battle Ground. Join the community in supporting youth contestants in the fifth annual Rockin’ N Youth Rodeo. Spectator admission is free, and food vendors will be available onsite. Register is open and available online at shorturl.at/cYwgg. For more information, visit facebook.com/rockinnranchfb.
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.
Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival: 3-10 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, 11 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 24, Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Celebrate the Vancouver Wine & Jazz Festival’s 25th anniversary with live musical performances, wine tasting, art and more. Tickets are available for purchase online at vancouverwinejazz.com.
BG Senior Citizens Mahjong: 1-3 p.m., Friday, Aug. 22, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to play the tile-based game mahjong with fellow seniors during an event, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens.
Community Unity Picnic: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, Bennet Hall, 535 N. Abrams Park Road, Ridgefield. Community members from across Clark County are invited to a free, family-friendly unity picnic and potluck, hosted by the Ridgefield Multicultural Initiative, Indivisible Greater Vancouver and MoveOn-Clark County. Free hot dogs will be provided while supplies last. Participants may bring a dish to share for the potluck. Register online at shorturl.at/acSGl.
Yacolt Mutt Strutt: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 23, Yacolt Recreational Park, 26612 E. Hoag St., Yacolt. Support the Humane Society of Southwest Washington and celebrate four-legged friends during the third annual Mutt Strutt. Registration for the 1.8-mile loop through Yacolt starts at $30 and includes a free bandana with a complimentary digital pet photo. Local vendors, auctions and games will also be available at the park. For more information, visit yacoltmuttstrut.com.
BG Senior Citizens Cellphone Class: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., Monday, Aug. 25, 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.
Teens and Adults Pizza and Politics: 4-5:30 p.m., Friday, Aug. 29, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Eat free pizza while learning about the structures and processes of government during a discussion hosted by the Office of the Secretary of State's Civic Engagement Program. Strategies to participate in local-state civics will also be provided.
Ridgefield Multicultural Festival: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 6, Ridgefield Overlook Park, 113-131 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Celebrate the diversity of Ridgefield with a free, all-ages festival. The festival will include live musical performances, shopping and more. For more information, visit shorturl.at/Hqb34.
Winterize Your Pacific Northwest Garden: 4-5 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 10, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn how to winterize your garden and ensure spring success during a seminar from WSU Extension Clark County master gardener Dot O'Very. Participants will leave with a personalized winterizing checklist for their garden.
Teens and Adults Pizza and Politics: 4-5:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 12, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Eat free pizza while learning about the structures and processes of government during a discussion hosted by the Office of the Secretary of State's Civic Engagement Program. Strategies to participate in local-state civics will also be provided.
Downspout Water Garden Seminar: 2-3 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 13, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn the benefits of downspout watergardens during a seminar, hosted by a WSU Extension Clark County master gardener. For more information, visit shorturl.at/zm7zz.
Friends of Clark County Dinner: 3-7 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 14, Gather and Feast Farm, 2706 NE 369th St., La Center. Support the conservation work of Friends of Clark County during its annual Dinner with Friends fundraiser. Tickets are available for purchase online at friendsofclarkcounty.org.
Realms Unknown Fantasy Festival: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 19-21, Lewis River Golf Course, 3209 Lewis River Road, Woodland. Participate in an interactive fantasy-themed and family-friendly event featuring story-based activities, vendors and live music. Onsite camping is available during the festival. To purchase tickets, visit therealmsunknown.com.
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 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.
Woodland Seniors Pickleball: 9:30 a.m., every Thursday, Woodland Middle School pickleball courts, 755 Park St., Woodland. Play pickleball with fellow seniors in a non-competitive, beginner-friendly environment. 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 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 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.
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.
