The Patch by Whalen Oaks Farm: 1 a.m.-6 p.m. Tuesdays-Fridays; 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturdays; 12-6 p.m. Sundays, Oct. 1-31, Whalen Oaks Farm, 636 Whalen Road, Woodland. Wander the hay maze or browse vendors at Whalen Oaks Farm’s annual pumpkin patch. Admission is free with an additional charge for pumpkin bowling, hay rides and the corn maze. For more information, visit shorturl.at/DaRPj.
La Center Senior Snack & Chat: 12-1:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 2, The Wheel Club, 1000 E. Fourth St., La Center. Join local seniors for socialization and snacks during an event hosted by the La Center Lions Club. Volunteers are welcome from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. to assist with setup and teardown.
Columbia Mothers of Twins Club: 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 2, 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. For more information, email columbiamot@gmail.com or visit columbiamotc.com.
Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Meeting: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 2, Creek United Methodist Church, 12217 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. Learn about the Historic Trust’s work to preserve local history during a seminar from the organization’s president, Temple Lentz. The latest updates on Daughters of the Pioneers meetings are available online at facebook.com/DPWChapter19.
BirdFest & Bluegrass Festival: 7 a.m.-9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 4, Ridgefield. Celebrate Ridgefield culture and the creatures of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge during the annual BirdFest and Bluegrass festival. The Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge, 28908 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield, will be free to visit during the festival. Hourly guided walks, family-friendly crafts and more will be available from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Live bluegrass music will be available from 11 a.m.-9 p.m. at Overlook Park, 113-131 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield and Davis Park, 337-411 N. Third Ave., Ridgefield. For the full festival schedule, visit shorturl.at/gr4q4.
Friends of Ridgefield Community Library Used Book Sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 4, 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.
Dozer Day: 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 4-5, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Learn about heavy construction machinery at Dozer Day, presented by The Nutter Foundation. Family-friendly activities, including a tire crawl and kids' dig, will be available throughout the event. To purchase tickets, visit vancouver.dozerday.org.
Pomeroy Pumpkin Lane: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 4-26, Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Enjoy fall on the farm with hayrides, farm animals, pumpkins and more. Coffee and food will be available on site. For more information and admission prices, visit pomeroyfarm.org/pumpkin-lane.
Teen & Adult Global Ghost Stories: 5:30-6:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 9, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Listen to a haunting performance of ghost stories from around the world by storyteller Alton Takiyama-Chung. Stories during the performance are intended for a 13+ audience.
BG Senior Citizens Healing Together: 1-2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Oct. 7, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Join fellow seniors in processing grief during an educational class, led by certified grief recovery method specialist Michelle Ebersole. Each session includes a lecture, open discussion and practical tools to help heal from grief. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
LADY Mad Hatter’s Meeting: 11:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 10, Everybody's Brewing at Northwood, 1401 SE Rasmussen Blvd., 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, Oct. 10, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Play the tile-based game mahjong with fellow seniors during an event hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. This is not a teaching event, but opportunities to learn will be available during future games.
Chalk the Walk: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, Battle Ground Community United Methodist Church, 10300 NE 199th St., Battle Ground. Join friends and allies in celebrating National Coming Out Day with colorful chalk drawings. Participants will cover the church sidewalks with rainbows, affirmations and art that spreads love and inclusion. Free snacks and photo opportunities will be available. For more information, visit shorturl.at/hNjxl.
BlackPearl Halloween horse show: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11; 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 12, Clark County Event Center, Jack Giesy Arena, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Watch or participate in a spooky, two-day horse show hosted by BlackPearl Friesian Dance Troupe. Sponsorships are available online at shorturl.at/zaI2e. For more information, visit blackpearlfriesian.org/events.
Free Paper Shred: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, 12217 NE Hwy 99, Vancouver. Shred important documents to protect yourself or your business during a free shredding event hosted by the Salmon Creek Lions Club. Cash and food donations to the Clark County Food Bank will be welcome during the event. To learn more about the Salmon Creek Lions, visit salmoncreeklions.org.
NatureScaping Annual Plant & Seed Swap: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 11, NatureScaping of Southwest Washington, 11000 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Browse the plants or bring some of your own for NatureScaping’s annual perennial, bulb and seed swap. Guidelines for bringing plants are available online at naturescaping.org. For more information, email info@naturescaping.org, or call 360-737-1160.
Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to avoid common senior-targeting scams during a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. RSVP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278 or emailing swodtke@comast.net.
Howl-O-Ween Pooch Parade: 6 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 15, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Dress your dog for the annual Halloween-themed costume parade featuring treats, prizes and more. Participation is $10 per dog. To register for the walk, visit shorturl.at/01OCr.
BG Senior Citizens Veteran Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, Oct. 17, 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.
Washington State Toy Show: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse vintage and modern toys, comic books and collectibles from local vendors during the annual Washington State Toy Show. Early admission at 7 a.m. is $25, and general admission begins at 10 a.m. for $5. Parking is $6 per vehicle.
Furry Friends Annual Autumn Dinner and Auction: 4:30-8 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, Royal Oaks Country Club, 8917 NE Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Raise funds for the care of felines at Furry Friends cat shelter during a spooky Halloween dinner. The evening will feature auctions, games and gourmet dining. Tickets are available for purchase at shorturl.at/cB0BO.
Friends of La Center Community Library Used Book Sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 18, 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.
Cedar Creek Grist Mill Apple Cider Pressing: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, Cedar Creek Grist Mill, 43907 NE Grist Mill Road, Woodland. Tour the historic Cedar Creek Grist Mill while volunteers press around 10,000 pounds of apples into fresh apple cider. Hand-cranked apple presses will be available for children to make their own cider. The free event will continue until all apples are pressed. A community bluegrass jam will also be available during the event.
BG Senior Citizens Cellphone Class: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27, 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.
SHIBA Medicare Assistance: 1-4 p.m., Monday, Oct. 27, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Get free, unbiased assistance with Medicare enrollment from a Senior Health Insurance Benefits Assistant (SHIBA). Open enrollment is from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7. To schedule a one-on-one appointment, call the SHIBA team line, 360-759-4676, or email AAADSW.SHIBA@dshs.wa.gov.
Battle Ground Boo Bash: 3-6 p.m., Friday, Oct. 31, Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Join in the community’s annual free Halloween celebration, featuring family-friendly carnival games and spooky activities. Parking will be at the Fairground Park and Little League Fields at NE Fairground Ave. Trunk-or-Treat will also be held during the event. To register as a Trunk-or-Treat host, visit shorturl.at/31SDd.
