Community Calendar - June 24

Reunions

BATTLE GROUND AND PRAIRIE High schools Class of 1980 reunion will be Sat., Aug. 8, 5:30-10:30 p.m., at Club Green Meadows, 7703 NE 72nd Ave., Vancouver. Cost is $40 per person. There will also be a potluck gathering Sun., Aug. 9, noon, at Amboy Territorial Park, 21400 NE 399th St., Amboy. Cost is $10 per family. Jennifer (Johnson) Slayton, (360) 231-4166.

AMBOY, YACOLT and Chelatchie Schools Reunion and Old Timers’ Picnic will be Fri., July 31, 10 a.m. to start gathering, lunch at 12:30 p.m., at Amboy Community Park. Bring a potluck dish of your choice. Disposable plates, cups, forks and coffee will be furnished. Bring old school pictures to share. Plan on visiting the North Clark Historical Museum while you’re here. It is suggested that each person attending the picnic plan to make a small donation to help cover costs for mailing, coffee, utensils and other items. Gerry Adolfson, (360) 687-6221 or email cribbagehill@q.com.

Community Events

WOODLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS announces the sponsorship of the Simplified Summer Food Program for children. Meals will be made available at no charge to attending children under 18 years of age. Meals will be provided Mon.-Fri., June 22-Aug. 7, 8:30-9 a.m. for breakfast, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for lunch, at the Woodland Middle/High School cafeteria, 755 Park St., Woodland. Stacy Brown, (360) 841-2715.

FVRL FOUNDATION USED BOOK SALE, BookFest ‘15, will be Fri.-Sat., June 26-27, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., in Library Hall at the FVRL District Headquarters, 1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. There will be more than 15,000 books for sale. Great selection and and prices. Books will be $1 for trade paperbacks and hardbacks and 50 cents for mass market paperbacks. Books will be added continually throughout the sale. Proceeds from this book sale will be used to support Fort Vancouver Regional Library District’s Summer Reading Program. Information, (360) 906-4700 or foundation@fvrlf.org.

Organizations

NORTH CLARK HISTORICAL Museum short business meeting/work session will be Thu., June 25, 7 p.m., at the museum, 21416 NE 399th St., Amboy. Information, (360) 247-5800.

HULDA KLAGER LILAC GARDENS June meeting will be Tue., June 30, 1 p.m., at the gardens, 115 S. Pekin Rd., Woodland. This is a general meeting, speaker TBA, refreshments served. The HKLG society welcomes new members to help preserve the internationally acclaimed Historic Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens’ Home and Gardens. Catherine, (360) 606-7359 or email woodlandlilacgardens@gmail.com.

THE FORT VANCOUVER LIONS Club will hold a special evening year-end celebration meeting Thu., June 25, 6 p.m., at Pearson Air Museum, 1115 E. 5th St., Vancouver. Roy Pulliam, (360) 608-3043.

MEETINGS OF THE Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group are held the third Thursday of each month, 1-2:30 p.m., at Mill Plain United Methodist Church, 15804 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Caring for someone with memory loss? Do you need information and support? Come to learn, share and gain emotional support from others who are also on a unique journey of providing care to a person with memory loss. Melody Mello, (360) 882-7840.

AAUW-HUDSON’S Bay Branch Book Group will discuss The Blueberry Years by Jim Minick Wed., June 24, 2 p.m., at the home of a member to discuss “The Blueberry Years” by Jim Minick. Kathi Pickett, (360) 904-1105.

Public Meetings

REGULAR MEETING OF the Ridgefield Board of Port Commissioners will be Wed., June 24, 3 p.m., at the Port Offices, 111 W. Division St., Ridgefield. Agenda includes general meeting items. Wonder Baldwin, (360) 887-3873.

LA CENTER CITY Council will hold a work session to discuss the I-5 Interchange roundabout design on Tue., June 23, at 5:30 p.m. at the La Center Public Work Department office, 305 NW Pacific Hwy., La Center. The public is welcome. For more information, call (360) 263-2782.

YACOLT CITY officials and members of the Health Clinic Task Force will host a public meeting to discuss health clinic needs for the Yacolt area on Tue., June 23, at 7 p.m. at the Yacolt Primary School, 406 W. Yacolt Road, Yacolt. The public is welcome to come and share their ideas for a health clinic or other area health needs. For more information, call (360) 686-3922.

LA CENTER CITY Council will meet Wed., June 24, at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers, La Center City Hall, 214 E. 4th St., La Center. The public is welcome. For more information, call (360) 263-2782.

HOCKINSON SCHOOL DISTRICT School Board will meet Mon., June 29, at 6 p.m. in the district board room, 17912 NE 159th St., Brush Prairie. The public is welcome. For more information, call (360) 448-6400.

BATTLE GROUND CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Mon., July 6, 6 p.m. study session, 7 p.m. regular meeting, at City Hall, 109 SW 1st St., Battle Ground. Kay Kammer, (360) 342-5008.

Education

JAM & BREAD CLASS for Kids will be Thu., June 25, noon-2 p.m., at the WSU Clark County Extension/Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. In this class designed just for kids each student will make their own small batch of delicious berry freezer jam from local berries and a loaf of bread from scratch to take home and bake. It’s a great class for kids that gets them into the kitchen and interested in helping out. Recipes are included so they can enjoy doing this year round activity at home. Pre-registration required. Registration, http://ext100.wsu.edu/clark/?p=5444 or (360) 397-6060, ext. 5700.

WSU GARDENING CAMP for Youth will be Aug. 3-7, 9 a.m.-noon for grades 1-3 and 1-4 p.m. for grades 3-5, in the Floral Building located at the Cowlitz County Fairgrounds in Longview. The week-long camp provides a hands-on experience for youth to explore the world of bugs plants, and weather. Cost of the class is $25 and is limited to 25 children. To register, contact the WSU Extension office at (360) 577-301, 4 Ext. 0 or for questions contact garyf@wsu.edu.

PET SAVER TRAINING, Pet CPR, First Aid & Care class, will be Sat., June 27, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., at Unsinkable Dogs in Ridgefield. Cost is $125. For pet owners and pet care professionals. The training is taught by lecture, demonstration and hands-on skill practice. The class includes a handbook and upon successful completion, each participant will receive a certificate. Suzanne, (541) 974-0327.

MAD SCIENCE SUMMER CAMP: Rockets & The Science of Flight, ages 5-8. The most popular camp, younger campers have a blast learning the hows and whys of aerodynamics by studying all things that fly. Camp is July 6-10, 9 a.m.-noon. Rocket Lab, ages 9-12. This camp is rockets, rockets and more rockets. Build and launch a rocket everyday as you learn all about, you guessed it, rockets. Camp is July 6-10, 1-4 p.m. Both camps are at Lewisville, $163 each, every Mad Science camper get a T-shirt and water bottle. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

ACRYLIC PAINTING: Ages 12 through Adult. Learn to draw and paint your choices of flora & fauna & landscapes on different surfaces. All levels welcome. Build your confidence learning techniques on different projects. Class meets Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m., at Lewisville, July 7-Aug. 25, cost is $75. Ask for supply list when registering, and bring whatever you can. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

NO FAIL PICNIC DESSERTS: Ages 15 and up. Want new dessert ideas for summertime entertaining? In this demo class, you will see how you can make no-fail, crowd pleasing desserts, with gluten-free versions as well. Be ready to delight your taste buds, and take some home, too. Recipes included. Class is June 30 at BGHS, 6:30-8:30 p.m., $40. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

THE TRUTH ABOUT SUN EXPOSURE, Vitamin D and Sunscreen: With Battle Ground Healing Arts. Discuss how vitamin D is made by the skin when exposed to sunlight and its essential actions in the body. Discuss the growing prevalence of skin cancer and how to protect yourself using antioxidants. Finally, discuss the harmful ingredients found in many sunscreens and how to make your own healthy alternative. Class is June 27 at Battle Ground Healing Arts Garden, 1-2:30 p.m., $18. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

ART WORK OF THE MASTERS CAMP: Ages 8-14. Students will practice drawing skills, learn watercolor techniques, and painting tricks. They will enjoy projects inspired by the Master Artists in history, yet create their own unique pieces. Please bring a snack and a sack lunch. Camp is July 6-9, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Glenwood Heights Primary, $100. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

Art & Music

GALLERY 360 INVITES artists to enter their unjuried August show, Art of the Heart. Flat entry fee of $20, you may enter one piece of 2D or 3D art representing something near and dear to you. They will accept entries from the first 40 artists who apply, beginning July 11. Entry deadline is Aug. 1 or when maximum number of entries are reached. Details and entry forms, www.gallery360.org.

Sports & Recreation

SKYHAWKS MINI-HAWK CAMP: An introductory program for young children, 4-6 years old, Mini-Hawk helps children explore soccer, baseball and basketball in a day-program setting. No pressure, just lots of fun while these young athletes participate in all three sports through unique Skyhawks games. Camp is July 6-10, 9 a.m.-noon, at Captain Strong, cost is $109. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE: Tuesday/Thursday, July 7-30 at BGHS, cost is $60. Jr. Hip Hop/Jazz Dance Basics ages 3-5 is from 10-10:45 a.m., at BGHS, cost is $60. Hip Hop/Jazz Dance Basics ages 6-10 is from 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m., at BGHS, cost is $60. Come get into the groove. Dancers will learn mostly hip hop and some jazz steps to fun and upbeat music. Come learn to leap, turn and shine. This class is not only fun but will improve posture, strength and flexibility in a positive and self-esteem building atmosphere. A great chance to work with a high school coach. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

Libraries

FORT VANCOUVER REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT will host Story Times. Most locations host baby, toddler and preschool storytimes with accompanying adult. Call individual libraries for more information.

BATTLE GROUND COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Kim McNally, (360) 906-5000.

• Let’s Talk Grammar Wed., June 24, 10-11:30 a.m. For all levels. Children’s activities provided.
• Stitch Wits Wed., June 24, 6-7:30 p.m. and Tue., June 30, 10-11:30 a.m. Bring your project to work on at these weekly informal get-togethers. All kinds of textile crafts are welcome.
• The Zaniac Comedy Show Wed., June 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Come to the library to see why this two-time Guinness World Record holder was voted Seattle’s Funniest Prop Comic.
• English Conversation Circle Thu., June 25, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Library Legos Thu., June 25, 6 p.m. Join others for a Lego challenge. Ages 5-11.
• Friday Night Feature: Classic Films Fri., June 26, 6-8 p.m. Join others for a screening of a vintage film from the 1930s to the 1960s. Contact the library for movie title.
• Spanish Conversation Circle Sat., June 27, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Game On Sat., June 27, 1-5 p.m. Bring the whole family to the game day. Enjoy playing some of the library’s great board games or bring your own.
• Job Lab Tue., June 30, 8:30-10 a.m. Get help using library resources to navigate all stages of the job search process. Basic computer skills required. Participants should have an email address. Please bring a memory stick to the lab.
• Citizen Preparation and Civics Class: Everything You Wanted to Know Tue., June 30, 10-11 a.m. BY APPOINTMENT. Contact the community librarian for more information.

LA CENTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Rd., La Center, Justin Keeler, (360) 906-4760

• Reptile Man – Scott Petersen Wed., June 24, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Live reptile presentation for all ages.

RIDGEFIELD COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Sean McGill, (360) 906-4770.

• Stitchery Group Wed., June 24, 10 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Any stitchery-type hobby is welcome, even mending. Join others for all or part of this free, informal drop-in get-together.
• Mahjong at the Library Wed., June 24, 1-3 p.m. Enjoy socializing and playing the fascinating game of mahjong.
• Gaming Group Wed., June 24, 4-6 p.m. Play RPGs and socialize with a great group. Ages 9-19.
• Spanish Conversation Circle Thu., June 25, 3:30 p.m.
• Teen Game Night Fri., June 26, 4-8 p.m. Is it possible to save the world in four hours? Join others and find out.
• Ridgefield Chess Club Sat., June 27, 2-3 p.m. Come to the library to play other people at this informal, drop-in program.
• Teen Video Gaming Sat., June 27, 5-7 p.m. Teens – bring your friends and games or play the library’s.
• Adult Book Discussion Tue., June 30, 6-7 p.m. The Housekeeper and the Professor by Yoko Ogawa.

WOODLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 770 Park St., Woodland, Justin Keeler, (360) 906-4830.

• Reptile Man – Scott Petersen Wed., June 24, 1-2 p.m. Live reptile presentation for all ages.
• Tween Book Group Thu., June 25, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Join others and talk about books. The first 10 to sign up receive a free book to keep. Ages 9-12.

YACOLT LIBRARY EXPRESS (no storytimes), located at the old City Hall, 105 E. Yacolt Rd., Yacolt. (360) 906-5000.

Public Announcement

OPUS SCHOOL OF MUSIC announced the opening of its downtown Camas location at 726 2nd Ave., Camas. Renovations to create six soundproof classrooms are almost complete and lessons will begin June 29. Rob Melton, (360) 887-8770.

BATTLE GROUND CITY offices will be closed Fri., July 3, in observance of Independence Day.