Fundraiser & Charity Events
Battle Ground Rotary Bunco Fall Fundraiser: Wednesday, Nov. 11, 5:30 p.m., Prairie Tavern, 14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie. Join the Battle Ground Rotary Club to celebrate Veterans Day and play bunco to raise funds for service projects. Games begin at 5:30 p.m., and attendees are encouraged to arrive early to order food and drinks. Proceeds support community and international projects including the North County Food Bank, BG Seniors, Rocksolid Teen Center, Battle Ground HealthCare, Main Street cleanups, ShelterBox and Peace Trees Vietnam. To purchase tickets, visit BGRCVetDayBunco.auctria.events.
Friends of Woodland Community Library Book Sale: Friday, Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Find deals during a book sale, hosted by Friends of Woodland Community Library. Participants may fill their own bag, or one provided, for $10. Smaller bags are available for $5. Proceeds from the sale will support the library. For more information, call 360-225-2294.
Friends of La Center Library Used Book Sale: Saturday, Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Wheel Club Community Center, 1000 E. Fourth St., La Center. The Friends of the La Center Library are hosting a book sale featuring fiction, nonfiction and children's books and DVDs. Bags will be available to fill for $5. Proceeds from the sale will benefit La Center Library programs.
Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation Turkey Trot: Thursday, Nov. 26, 9 a.m., Union Ridge Elementary School, 330 N. Fifth Ave., Ridgefield. Raise funds for the Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation, which supports school district families in need. A Drumstick Dash for children ages 5 and younger will begin at 8:45 a.m. The 5-kilometer walk/run will begin at 9 a.m. Pre-race packet pickup will be available from 4-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25, at Union Ridge Elementary School's gym. Packets may also be picked up on race day. Register online at ridgefieldpsf.org/turkey-trot.
General Events
“Collective Nostalgia” Art Exhibition and Reception: Saturday, Nov. 14, 5-7 p.m., Ridgefield Art Gallery, 104 N. Main Ave., Suite 110, Ridgefield. Browse the new exhibition featuring local artist Eva Kelley, with guest artist David Walden and artwork from other gallery members. The show runs Nov. 4-29. Refreshments will be served during the reception. For more information, visit ridgefieldartgallery.com.
Fall Sip & Decorate Cookie Class: Thursday, Nov. 19, 6 p.m., 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery, 2411 NE 244th St., Ridgefield. Celebrate fall with a cookie decorating class and wine. Each participant will receive six cookies and a complimentary glass of wine. This event is for adults ages 21 and older. Admission is $65 per person, and space is limited. To register, visit 14acres.com/upcoming-events or email events@14acres.com for more information.
Native Mason Bee Workshop: Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., CASEE Center Building B, Room 205, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn about native mason bees during a class taught by Daniel Szumlas and Brigg Franklin, NS Mason Bee Program coordinators. Participants will help clean mason bee nesting tubes during the 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.
Winterize Your Garden for Spring: Saturday, Nov. 21, 10-11 a.m., Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn how to prepare your garden for springtime success during a class hosted at Ridgefield Community Library. Topics will include enriching soil, overwintering plants and more.
Beginning Quilting Class: Thursday, Dec. 3, 6-7:30 p.m., La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Learn the basics of quilting and create an ornament during a class hosted at La Center Community Library. All supplies will be provided. The class is intended for those 13 or older. To register, visit shorturl.at/3oz9n.
Battle Ground Holiday Tree Lighting: Friday, Dec. 4, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Battle Ground Event Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Celebrate the holiday season with Battle Ground's annual tree lighting ceremony. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive to light the tree, followed by other family-friendly events. For more information, visit shorturl.at/NVgBo.
La Center Christmas Tree Lighting: Sunday, Dec. 6, 5 p.m., East Fourth St., La Center. Celebrate the holiday season during La Center's annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony, hosted by the La Center Festivals Committee. Additional attractions, including live music, food vendors, and more, will be available during the event. For the full La Center Christmas Festival itinerary, visit lacenterchristmasfestival.com.
Adult Sourdough Starter 101: Tuesday, Dec. 15, 5-6:30 p.m., Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn the basics of baking sourdough bread and making a starter from scratch in a hands-on workshop. All supplies will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis.
Family Noon Year's Eve Celebration: Thursday, Dec. 31, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Celebrate New Year’s Eve at La Center Community Library with a daytime party. Activities will include crafts, music and dancing.
Bazaars & Vendor Markets
River HomeLink Holiday Bazaar and Junior Market: Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., River HomeLink, 610A SW Eaton Blvd., Battle Ground. Raise funds for the Parent Teacher Organization during the annual bazaar. For more information, visit shorturl.at/WMoAC.
Venersborg Schoolhouse Holiday Bazaar: Saturday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Venersborg Schoolhouse, 24309 NE 209th St., Battle Ground. In addition to gift vendors, homemade food and beverages will be available. 2027 calendars will also be sold to raise money for Venersborg Schoolhouse maintenance. For more information, visit venersborgschoolhouse.com.
Woodland Snowflake Bazaar: Saturday, Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Woodland High School Commons, 1500 Dike Access Road, Woodland. The 45th annual bazaar will feature up to 70 tables of local crafters selling handmade goods, baked treats and gifts. Admission and parking are free. Proceeds support renovations to Woodland Grange Hall. For more information, visit shorturl.at/wmoeO.
Christmastime at Pomeroy Farm: Saturday, Nov. 21, and Sunday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Pomeroy Living History Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Admission is $6 for adults and $4 for children, with free admission for children younger than 2. Parking is free, but no ATM is available. For more information, visit pomeroyfarm.org/events.
Sandy Claus' Christmas Bazaar: Saturday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 22, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Admission is $5 per person or four nonperishable food items for the food bank. For more information, visit sandyclausbazaar.com.
Candy Cane Express Holiday Bazaar: Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Tukes Valley Primary School gym and cafeteria, 20601 NE 167th Ave., Battle Ground. The event will feature local artisans and vendors, a PTO bake sale, pictures with Santa and a children's shopping activity. Bake sale proceeds will support Parent Teacher Organization programs and activities. For more information, visit tukesvalleypto.org/events-and-activities.
14 Acres Christmas Bazaar: Saturday, Dec. 12, noon-7 p.m., 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery, 2411 NE 244th St., Ridgefield. Local makers and vendors will sell gifts, food and seasonal goods, and the tasting room will be open all day. Mac Potts will perform from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Admission is free, RSVP is not required, and children are welcome. For more information, visit shorturl.at/4n3Oz.
Ongoing
Battle Ground Lions Club: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., Old Town Burger and Breakfast, 813 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Join the Battle Ground Lions Club for fun and volunteer opportunities. To learn more, visit bglions.org.
Ridgefield Lions Club: Every second Tuesday of the month, 6:45-8 a.m., Rosauers Supermarket Coffee Shop, 101 S. 47th Ave., Ridgefield. Business meeting: every fourth Wednesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m., Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield. To learn more, visit ridgefieldlions.org.
La Center Lions Club: Every first and third Thursday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m., New Phoenix Casino, 225 W. Fourth St., La Center. Learn about the community projects undertaken by the La Center Lions Club and how to volunteer. For more information, email secretary@lacenterlions.org.
Battle Ground Kiwanis Club: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m., Kiwanis Park Building, 422 SW Second Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to help the Battle Ground community and children during the twice-monthly Kiwanis Club meeting. Social time and food start at 5:30 p.m., with the meeting following at 6 p.m. For more information, email BattleGroundKiwanisClub@gmail.com.
Ridgefield La Center Kiwanis Club: Every first Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., La Center Church, 111 E. Fifth St., La Center. Learn about the Kiwanis Club of Ridgefield and La Center community projects impacting children and families. To learn more, visit facebook.com/RidgefieldWAKiwanis.
Greater Woodland-Kalama Kiwanis Club: Every first Wednesday of the month, 5:30 p.m., Oak Tree Restaurant, 1020 Atlantic Ave., Woodland. Learn how the Greater Woodland-Kalama Kiwanis Club is helping local children, families and the community. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6 p.m.
Battle Ground Rotary Club Meeting: Every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn about the community projects undertaken by the Battle Ground Rotary Club and how to volunteer. To learn more, visit battlegroundrotary.org.
Rotary Club of Three Creeks Meeting: Every first and third Thursday of the month, 5-6:30 p.m., Columbia Ridge Winery, 3006 NW 199th St., Ridgefield. Learn about the community service projects and programs during the twice-monthly Rotary Club of Three Creeks meetings. Social time is from 5-5:30 p.m. To learn more, visit rotaryofthethreecreeks.com.
Columbia Mothers of Twins Club: Every first Thursday of the month, 7:30 p.m., St. John Lutheran Church, 11005 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. The Columbia Mothers of Twins Club meets monthly to provide support and fellowship for mothers of twins. For more information, email columbiamot@gmail.com or visit columbiamotc.com.
Vancouver Sons & Daughters of Italy: Every second Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m., 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.
Columbia River Chorus Meeting: Every Monday, 7 p.m., Clark College, Beacock Music Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Join the Columbia River Chorus, part of Sweet Adelines International, to dive into the world of female barbershop music. To learn more, visit columbiariverchorus.org or text 360-518-7829.
Garden Chat: Every second Saturday of the month, 2-3:30 p.m., Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn new gardening techniques and share personal strategies during a gardeners' meetup hosted by the Ridgefield Community Library.
Southwest Washington Woodturners Meeting: Every second Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m., 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.
Woodland Planters Days Celebration Meetings: Every third Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., 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: Every third Monday of the month, 2:40 p.m., 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn how to propagate, cultivate and care for chrysanthemums. For more information, visit chrysanthemumsvancouver.com.
Venersborg Historic Preservation Society: Every second Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m., the Historic Venersborg Schoolhouse, 24309 NE 209th St., Battle Ground. Help preserve the historic 1912 schoolhouse while assisting with organizing community events. Learn more at venersborgschoolhouse.com.
Columbia River Square Dancers: Sundays, lessons 6-8 p.m.; first and third Fridays of each month, plus-level dances at 7 p.m. and mainstream dances 8-9:45 p.m., 17901 NE 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. Admission is $7 per dancer. For more information, contact Dale Smith at 360-606-8849.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Battle Ground: Every Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Collective Community Battle Ground, 300 SW Seventh Ave., Battle Ground. The meeting starts with a private weigh-in. For more information or directions, call Helen Sheerin at 503-351-7395.
Kinship Caregiving Virtual Support Group: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, 10-11:30 a.m., 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: Every second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., on Zoom, and every fourth Wednesday, 10-11:30 a.m., in person at Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. Meet with other caregivers who are relatives caring for one or more 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.
NAMI Men's Support: Every first and third Wednesday of each month, 6-7:30 p.m., Playmakers Sports Bar & Grill, 4327 S. Settler Dr., Suite 100, Ridgefield. Meet with fellow men to discuss mental health during a support group hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. The meeting is free to attend.
NAMI Connection: Every Thursday, 3:30-5 p.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
NAMI Women’s Support: Every Wednesday, 10-11:30 a.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group for women hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
NAMI Family Support: Every first and third Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group for families hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
NAMI LGBTQ+ Support: Every first and third Thursday of each month, 4:30-6 p.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group for LGBTQ+ individuals hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
Southwest Washington Gold Prospectors: Every second Sunday of the month, except May, 2 p.m., Minnehaha Grange Hall, 4905 NE St. Johns Road, Vancouver. Learn about prospecting, small-scale mining, ecological conservation and more. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit swwgoldprospectors.org.
