Fundraisers
COUNTRY SHINDIG LIVE Concert and Dance, a fundraiser for the Battle Ground Veterans Memorial, will be Fri., April 15, 6-10 p.m., at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Admission ticket prices are $10 per person presale or $15 per person at the door. Tickets are available for purchase at the community center or online at www.parksfoundation.us. The event will feature a popular local favorite band, Branded Band. Information, (360) 342-5380.
Organizations
THE RETIRED PUBLIC Employees of Cowlitz County will meet Tue., April 19, noon lunch, 1 p.m. meeting, at the Oak Tree Restaurant, 1020 Atlantic Ave., Woodland. Virginia, (360) 225-8582.
LA CENTER UNITED monthly meeting will be Thu., April 14, 7 p.m., in the K-8 Library, 700 E. 4th St., La Center. Guest speaker Curtis Miller will present on Adverse Childhood Experiences or ACEs. Miller is the executive director for Connect Battle Ground, a growing coalition of over 130 cross-sector organizations in Battle Ground. He leads the ACEs & Resilience team for his coalition and as part of the greater ACEs Action Alliance, a collaborative of more than 43 organizations in Clark County. Miller will present tools on how to prevent ACEs, reduce their effects and promote a healthier, safer future for the youth of La Center. Jennifer Kirby, lacenterunited@gmail.com.
THE DAUGHTERS OF THE PIONEERS of Washington will meet Thu., April 14, business meeting at 11 a.m., at Our Bar on Main Street in Washougal, followed by guided tours with docents at 1 p.m., at the Two Rivers Historical Museum in Washougal, located at the Southwest corner of the Pendleton parking lot. The group regularly meets the second Thursday of the month at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., beginning with Meals on Wheels lunch 11:30 a.m., and meeting at 12:30 p.m. Visitors are welcome. Betty Davenport, (360) 687-3415.
NORTH CLARK HISTORICAL Museum board meeting will be Thu., April 14, 7 p.m. regular business meeting, at the museum, 21416 NE 399th St., Amboy. Messaging, (360) 247-5800.
SPRING HISTORIAN MEETING will be Thu., April 21, 9:30 a.m. coffee and rolls, 10 a.m. meeting, noon potluck, at the North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 NE 399th St., Amboy. Topic will be Mount St. Helens: Where were you when it blew? Messaging, (360) 247-5800 or Georgene, (360) 247-6347.
CLARK SKAMANIA FLYFISHERS will meet Wed., April 20, 6-7 p.m. wet fly hour, 7 p.m. short business meeting with fishing reports, wind knot award and educational short program, followed by the main meeting, at Camas Meadows Golf Course, 4105 NW Camas Meadows Dr., Camas. Speaker will be Joe Rotter, a guide at Red’s Fly Shop in Ellensburg who was featured in a Trout TV episode on fly fishing on the Yakima River. His talk will focus on trout fishing on streams in Eastern Washington. The fly tying demonstration will be given by Tim Coleman who will show attendees how to prepare dubbing brushes using marabou fibers. Kuni Masuda, (360) 573-3310.
WOMEN ENTREPRENEURS ORGANIZATION of Southwest Washington will meet Wed., April 20, 5:30 p.m., at the Heathman Lodge, 7801 NE Greenwood Dr., Vancouver. Kristin will explain how to use social media to build their brands, including how to have a consistent, effective brand on social media, insider tips and the latest social media tools. She’s also promised to explain how to determine which social media work best for your business. This meeting will also feature member spotlight presentations. Cost is $44.50 advance for members/$49.50 visitors; includes buffet, dessert, coffee, tea, tax and tip. Ronnie, (360) 882-1298.
FIBROMYALGIA OF COWLITZ and Beyond next meeting will be Wed., April 13, 11 a.m. no-host lunch, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. meeting. Special speaker will be Jason Holdahl DC “Loving Life in spite of health Challenges.” Carol, (360) 423-7543 or Kim, (360) 910-2316.
Community Events
A COMMUNITY RECEPTION to meet the city of Woodland city administrator final candidates will be Wed., April 20, noon-1:30 p.m., at the Police Station/Council Chambers, 200 E. Scott Ave., Woodland. Each of the finalists will be interviewed by panels comprised of city council, city staff and members of the community. The public is invited to meet and talk to the finalists at the community reception. Dennis Richards, (360) 225-8281.
Public Meetings
LA CENTER CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Wed., April 13, 7 p.m., at La Center City Hall, 214 E. 4th St., La Center. Jenny Olive, (360) 263-8662.
THE RIDGEFIELD BOARD of Port Commissioners will meet Wed., April 13, 3 p.m., at the Port Offices, 111 W. Division St., Ridgefield. Wonder Baldwin, (360) 887-3873.
THE CLARK COUNTY Arts Commission will meet at its monthly board meeting on Tue., April 19, 5:30 p.m., in the Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver, on the sixth floor in Room 678. If you wish to introduce yourself or your arts organization, you are encouraged to attend. The public is invited. Donna Roberge, robenoz@comcast.net.
THE CLARK COUNTY Board of Councilors will hold two public hearings on Tue., April 19, 10 a.m., in the Councilors’ Hearing Room, sixth floor, Public Service Center, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. One will be on the Charter Amendment-Limit Property Taxes, and the other on the Public Service Center Limited Use Policy. Any person wishing to give testimony in either of these matters should attend the public hearings. Rebecca Tilton, (360) 397-2232, ext. 4305.
BATTLE GROUND CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Mon., April 18, 6 p.m. study session, 7 p.m. regular meeting, at City Hall, 109 SW 1st St., Battle Ground. Kay Kammer, (360) 342-5008.
WOODLAND CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Mon., April 18, 7 p.m., at 200 E. Scott Ave., Woodland. Mari Ripp, (360) 225-8281.
YACOLT TOWN COUNCIL meeting will be Mon., April 18, 7 p.m., at Yacolt Town Hall, 202 W. Cushman St., Yacolt. Cindy Marbut, (360) 686-3922.
RIDGEFIELD CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Thu., April 14, 6:30 p.m., at the community center, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Information, (360) 887-3557.
Education
LEARN HOW TO select and develop new sales channels at Washington State University Vancouver’s next Business Growth MAP Alliance forum on Wed., April 20, 8:30-10 a.m., at the Pacific Continental Bank Community Room, 101 E. Sixth St., Vancouver. Presented by Joe Mazzarella, principal and founder of NextStage Associates, the forum will cover the nuances of understanding your business-to-business customers and their decision-making process, and using that knowledge to select new sales channels. The forum is open to all. Register online at business.vancouver.wsu.edu/bgmap/ and click the link under “Upcoming events.” Cost is $10 per person in advance or $15 per person at the door. There is no cost for students with a valid WSU student ID. Information, (360) 546-9601.
Recreational Programs
SUMMER HEROES EXPERIENCE: Community Education partners with the Battle Ground School District Learning Support Program to provide the four-week program that runs Monday-Friday, July 11-Aug. 5, 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at River Homelink. The program is available to incoming first through fourth graders for the 2016-17 school year. The focus of camp is reinforcing learning skills from the school year, reading activities and fun LEGO math activities. Free lunch is offered to every student who attends, along with free transportation from key pick up and drop off locations. Space is limited, cost is $77 per week, with four weeks to choose from. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
YMCA LEGO ENGINEERING: After school, grades K-4. Lego Story Builders - grades K-1. Each week class will start with story time and then move to a building challenge that correlates with the story. Lego Engineering - Grades 2-4. Student engineers will build and experiment with the simple machines and motors to build cars that move and much more. Class meets on Tuesdays starting April 26 at Pleasant Valley, 3:30-5 p.m., and April 28 at Tukes Valley from 3:40-5:10 p.m., six sessions, cost is $60. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
CODE TO THE FUTURE: Video Game Design: This is open to Level 1 (Beginners) and Level 2 (students who took first session). Learn computer programming and make your own working video game design. Beginners are welcome. This class is open to students in second through sixth grade who are interested in learning computer programming in a fun and kid-friendly environment. The next session starts April 22 and there are two times to choose from, 4-5 p.m., and 5:10-6:10 p.m., cost is $105. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
IRISH DANCE: Irish céilí dancing is for anyone who enjoys moving to music and doesn’t mind the fiddle. A popularized form of folk dancing in Ireland, céilí dancing is a social group dance similar in form to square dance, but similar in style to the popular “Riverdance.” Appropriate for students aged 6-12 (prefer parental supervision to children under 10). Four to five of the traditional 30 Céilídances typically taught in a six-week course. Class meets on Wednesday starting April 27, 5-6 p.m. at Captain Strong Small Gym, cost is $42. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
INTRODUCTION TO DRAWING: Practice in-class exercises to learn the fundamentals of describing light and shadow on forms. Classroom demonstrations and individual guidance will be provided within a small group of students. Students will create depth and the illusion of realism as they learn to draw from still life models. They will also develop skill working with traditional drawing techniques. Lastly, they will experiment with a variety of papers and surfaces to develop their own unique viewpoint. Class is for adults and meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Lewisville Campus starting April 26, five sessions, cost is $60 (includes materials). Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit 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., April 13, 10-11:30 a.m. For all levels. Children’s activities provided.
Stitch Wits Wed., April 13, 6-7:30 p.m. and Tue., April 19, 10-11:30 a.m. Bring your project to work on at these weekly informal get-togethers. All kinds of textile crafts are welcome.
English Conversation Circle Thu., April 14, 10-11:30 a.m. For beginning and intermediate levels. Children’s activities provided.
D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) Thu., April 14, 6-7 p.m. Treasure Hunters by James Patterson. Ages 9-11. No younger siblings, please.
Spanish Conversation Circle Sat., April 16, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Beverly Cleary Birthday Party Sat., April 16, 3 p.m. Join others in celebrating the 100th birthday of beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary.
Job Lab Tue., April 19, 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., April 19, 10-11 a.m. BY APPOINTMENT. Contact the community librarian for more information.
Battle Ground Travelogue: Let’s Go to the Galapagos! Tue., April 19, 6:30 p.m. Travel vicariously through these 19 islands off the coast of South America with Crystal Steinmuller.
LA CENTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Rd., La Center, Justin Keeler, (360) 906-4760.
Friends of the Library meeting Wed., April 13, 7 p.m.
Teen Book Discussion Tue., April 19, 3:15-4:15 p.m. Stranger by Rachel Manija Brown. Ages 13-18.
RIDGEFIELD COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Sean McGill, (360) 906-4770.
Stitchery Group Wed., April 13, 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.
Gaming Group Wed., April 13, 4-6 p.m. Play RPGs and socialize with a great group. Ages 9-19.
Mahjong at the Library Thu., April 14, 1-3 p.m. Enjoy socializing and playing the fascinating game of Mahjong.
Spanish Conversation Circle Thu., April 14, 3:30 p.m.
Family Movie Tue., April 19, 4-6 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly movie with popcorn and lemonade. Contact the library for movie title.
Read to the Dogs Tue., April 19, 6-7 p.m. Practice your reading skills and make a new friend. Contact the library to reserve your spot. Ages 5-9.
Teen Movie Tue., April 19, 6-8 p.m. Enjoy a movie, popcorn and meeting new people. Call the library for movie title.
WOODLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 770 Park St., Woodland, Justin Keeler, (360) 906-4830.
Friends of the Library meeting Thu., April 14, 10 a.m.
Teen Book Group Mon., April 18, 3:45-4:45 p.m. Stranger by Rachel Manija Brown. Ages 13-18.
YACOLT LIBRARY EXPRESS (no storytimes), located at the old City Hall, 105 E. Yacolt Rd., Yacolt.
