Battle Ground Rotary Bunco Night: 5:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 3, Galeotti's Wine Cellar, 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Roll dice and socialize with friends, family and other Battle Ground locals during Battle Ground Rotary Club’s bunco fundraiser. Tickets are available for purchase online at shorturl.at/YdRTZ. Tickets will also be sold at the door if capacity is available.
Columbia Mothers of Twins Club: 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 4, St. John Lutheran Church, 11005 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. The Columbia Mothers of Twins Club meets monthly to provide support and fellowship for mothers with twin children. This meeting will begin with a potluck meal, and participants are asked to bring a dish to share. For more information, email columbiamot@gmail.com or visit columbiamotc.com.
In the Garden with the Master Gardeners: 9 a.m.-noon, Fridays, Sept. 5–Oct. 31, Longview. Get hands-on gardening experience with local Washington State University Extension Master Gardeners in a friendly, informal setting. Participants will learn to grow their own food and maintain a garden. The class is $100 per person, and space is limited. The class location will be shared after registration. To register, visit shorturl.at/3dFJ5.
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.
Peacehealth Appletree Marathon & 5k: 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 6; 7-8 a.m., Sunday, Sept. 7, The Grant House, 1101 Officers Row, Vancouver. Take a run through the historic Fort Vancouver, Officers Row, the Army Barracks and Pearson Airport during the annual Peacehealth Appletree Marathon and Sunset 5k. Participants may walk or run during the event. For more information, visit shorturl.at/I8kxT.
Happy Hoppers Square Dance Lessons: 7:30-8:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 8 and Sept. 15, Washington Grange, 7701 NE Ward Road, Vancouver. Learn how to square dance during an eight-week session, hosted by Happy Hoppers. A donation of $5 is suggested per person at the door. For more information, visit Happy-Hoppers.com.
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.
LADY Mad Hatter’s Meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 12, Red Robin, 1112 SW Scotton Way, Battle Ground. 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.
BG Senior Citizens Mahjong: 12:30-3:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 12, 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.
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.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 17, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to respond and manage emergencies during a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. RSVP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278.
BGHS Class of 1965 60th High School Reunion: 2-5 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 17, The Prairie Tavern, 14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie. Reminisce with fellow Battle Ground High School graduates from the class of 1965 during its 60th reunion. Pizza, salad and water will be provided. Other refreshments will also be available for purchase. To attend, RSVP by calling Judy Zeider at 360-608-5899 or emailing bghs65@aol.com. Classmates and their significant others are welcome to attend.
Fire Safety Demonstration: 4-5 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 18, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn how to safely extinguish fires from Deputy Fire Marshal Mike Lackey during a class, hosted by Woodland Community Library. Topics will include fire safety and fire extinguisher usage.
BG Senior Citizens Veteran Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 19, 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.
“Lord of the Wings” Chicken Competition: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 19, Matranga Vineyards, 2414 NW 369th St., La Center. Sample chicken wings as chefs go head-to-head to earn the “Lord of the Wings” title during an event hosted by Matranga Vineyards. The family-friendly event will feature live music, food and activities for children. A “Lord of the Rings” costume competition will also be held. To purchase tickets, visit shorturl.at/Ug2Xa.
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. On-site camping is available during the festival. To purchase tickets, visit therealmsunknown.com.
Dungeons & Dragons Game Master Class: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn how to host an imaginative game of Dungeons and Dragons 5th edition during a workshop hosted by veteran players at Ridgefield Community Library. Adults and students in grades 9-12 may participate. Register online at shorturl.at/S0kPU.
CouveCon Pop Culture Convention: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, Vancouver Mall, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Vancouver. Celebrate popular culture during the fourth annual CouveCon, featuring celebrity meet-and-greets, artist showcases and other family-friendly activities. This year’s event will feature actors Christopher McDonald and Christian Convery. To browse vendors, panelists and purchase tickets, visit shorturl.at/mGCyU.
Vancouver Gun Show: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 20, and 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, Sept. 21, 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. Accessories, personal safety items and knives will also be available. Admission is $13 for adults, $7 for military with ID and free for those under 18 with an adult. For more information, visit bigtoppromos.com.
Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch: 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 20-21 and Sept. 27-28; 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 1-30, Bi-Zi Farms, 9504 NE 119th St., Vancouver. Participate in fall-themed farm activities and more at the annual Bi-Zi Farms pumpkin patch. Entry tickets are available exclusively online at shorturl.at/MVfeM.
BG Senior Citizens Cellphone Class: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., Monday, Sept. 22, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., 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.
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease: 11 a.m.-12 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 24, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn of the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease during a class, hosted by the Alzheimer’s Association of Oregon and Southwest Washington. Presenters will discuss the risk factors of Alzheimer’s, diagnosis and treatment. Learn more at alz.org/orswwa.
BG Senior Citizens Mahjong: 12:30-3:30 p.m., Friday, Sept. 26, 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.
