Community Calendar - July 15, 2015

Fundraisers

FUNDRAISING EVENT FOR Furry Friends, a nonprofit cat adoption organization, will be Sat., July 25, 5-6 p.m. social hour, 6-7 p.m. dinner and 7-10 p.m. entertainment by Mickey & Diane, at the Vancouver Eagles Lodge, 107 E 7th St., Vancouver. Cost is $10 to attend, $10 for dinner (dinner is optional). An evening of dinner, drinks, dancing, raffle and entertainment. Event will help raise funds for a permanent halfway house for the kitties. Information, (360) 993-1097.

Volunteers

PARTICIPATE IN A rare opportunity to visit the Lewis River Ranch on the East Fork Lewis River to work on an oak restoration project Sat., July 18, 9 a.m.-noon. Help remove tree tubes and weed around tree samplings. Limited space available, register at parkhero.org. Jane Tesner, (360) 397-2121, ext. 5267.

Sports & Recreation

JOIN STAFF FOR a leisurely stroll along the scenic Washougal River Greenway Wed., July 22, 6:30 p.m. The Greenway is one of the best river locations in Clark County to enjoy a summer day. Meet at the trailhead sign on 3rd Loop, east of Lacamas Creek. Jane Tesner, (360) 397-2121, ext. 5267.

BACK COUNTRY HORSEMEN of Washington Annual Fun Ride will be Sat., July 25, 7 a.m. complimentary pancake breakfast, 8 a.m. first riders out, leaving from Kalama Horse Camp. Short and long loop ride with maps provided at site. Lunch available for $5. Great raffle prizes. Limited fee camping and certified weed-free hay required. Brian Parr, rockin-np@hotmail.com.

PRAIRIE FALCONS TENNIS CAMP: Students will receive group instruction and activities to help improve tennis ground strokes, volleys, overheads, and serving. Camps will be a mix of drills and games and one-on-one instructional opportunities. Course to be run by high school tennis coach Karl Lind and varsity tennis players from Prairie and Hockinson High Schools. Camp is July 27-30 at Prairie High School, ages 6-12 go from 10 a.m.-noon, cost is $60. Ages 13-18 go from 1-4 p.m., cost is $80. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

UK ELITE SOCCER CAMPS: These action packed camps are are designed to promote learning of techniques and skills focusing on the individual player. Professional coaches will ensure players have a memorable experience & improve their technical skills and tactical understanding of the game. Camp runs July 27-31 at the Chief Umtuch fields. Petite Camp for ages 3-5 runs 9-10:15 a.m., cost is $90. Half Day Camp for ages 5-8 & 8-14 runs 9 a.m.-noon, cost is $140. Full Day camp for ages 5-8 & 8-14 runs from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., cost is $210. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

Public Meetings

LA CENTER PLANNING COMMISSION meeting will be Tue., July 14, 7 p.m., at La Center City Hall, 214 E. 4th St., La Center. Naomi Hansen, (360) 263-7665.

REGULAR MEETING OF the Ridgefield Board of Port Commissioners will be Wed., July 22, 3 p.m., at the Port Offices, 111 W. Division St., Ridgefield. Wonder Baldwin, (360) 887-3873.

CLARK COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION will hold its monthly meeting Tue., July 21, 5:30 p.m., at the Public Service Center, sixth floor, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. Public is invited. Donna Roberge, robenoz@comcast.net.

YALE VALLEY LIBRARY DISTRICT regular meeting will be Thu., July 16, 6 p.m., at Yale Elementary School, 11842 Lewis River Rd., Ariel. Debbie Hose, (360) 906-5011.

BATTLE GROUND CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Mon., July 20, 6 p.m. study session, 7 p.m. regular meeting, at City Hall, 109 SW 1st St., Battle Ground. Kay Kammer, (360) 342-5008.

YACOLT TOWN COUNCIL meeting will be Mon., July 20, 7 p.m., at Town Hall, 202 W. Cushman St., Yacolt. Agenda includes a public hearing on the Six Year Transportation Plan. Cindy Marbut, (360) 686-3922.

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., July 15, 10-11:30 a.m. For all levels. Children’s activities provided.
• Superhero Yoga Wed., July 15, 11 a.m.–noon. Celebrate the superhero in you. Superhero costumes/capes welcome.
• Stitch Wits Wed., July 15, 6-7:30 p.m. and Tue., July 21, 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., July 16, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Friends of the Library Harvest Days Book Sale Sat., July 18, 9 a.m.–5 p.m., and Sun., July 19, 9 a.m.–2 p.m. This annual two-day summer book sale will have books of all genres as well as media.
• Spanish Conversation Circle Sat., July 18, 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
• Job Lab Tue., July 21, 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., July 21, 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

• “Yes You Can” Variety Show with Henrik Bothe Wed., July 15, 10:30-11:30 a.m. A physical comedy show featuring plate spinning, juggling and unicycling.
• Adult Book Discussion Wed., July 15, 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. The Daughters of Mars by Thomas Keneally.
• Teen Book Discussion Tue., July 21, 3:15-4:15 p.m. City of Bones by Cassandra Clare.

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

• Stitchery Group Wed., July 15, 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., July 15, 4-6 p.m. Play RPGs and socialize with a great group. Ages 9-19.
• Mahjong at the Library Thu., July 16, 1-3 p.m. Enjoy socializing and playing the fascinating game of mahjong.
• Spanish Conversation Circle Thu., July 16, 3:30 p.m.
• Buckaw! A Tragiccomical, Ornithological Variety Show Tue., July 21, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Delve into the poignant comedy, science and mythology of chickens through slapstick, mime, mask play and music.
• Family Movie Tue., July 21, 4-6 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly movie with popcorn and lemonade. Contact the library for movie title.
• Teen Anime Movies Tue., July 21, 6-8 p.m. Enjoy selected anime and light refreshments. Call the library for movie title.

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

• “Yes You Can” Variety Show with Henrik Bothe Wed., July 15, 1-2 p.m. A physical comedy show featuring plate spinning, juggling and unicycling.

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

Organizations

NORTH CLARK HISTORICAL Museum board meeting will be Thu., July 23, 7 p.m. short business meeting/work session, at the museum, 21416 NE 399th St., Amboy. Information, (360) 247-5800.

SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON SCHOOL Retirees’ Association will host its summer picnic Thu., July 23, 11:30 a.m., at Hazel Dell Park, 2300 NE 68th St., Vancouver. Jody Bugg, (360) 576-5008.

FORT VANCOUVER LIONS will meet Fri., July 17, noon, at the China Cook Restaurant, 2200 St. Johns Blvd., Vancouver. Speaker will be Michelle Brinning, president of Cellar 55 Premium Wine Storage, who will speak on the Growing Wine Industry in Clark County. Roy Pulliam, (360) 608-3043.

Community Events

NW’s LARGEST GARAGE SALE & Vintage Sale will be Sat., July 18, early birds 7 a.m.-5 p.m., general admission 8 a.m.-5 p.m., at the Clark County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Rd., Ridgefield. Adult general admission is $5, early birds is $20. Children under the age of 12 are free at all times. Hundreds of spaces. Vintage, collectibles, rustic, new, used, baby, children, furniture, clothing and more. Kim Buffum, (503) 798-6117.

Reunions

BATTLE GROUND HIGH SCHOOL Class of 1975 40th reunion will be Sat., Aug. 8, 3:30 p.m., at Joe Taylor’s property at 10519 NE 314th St., Battle Ground. Potluck event with burgers, hot dogs, veggie burgers, water and fixings provided. Bring your own drinks and whatever you’d like to put on the grill, as well as a potluck dish to share with everyone. Cost is $15 per person or $25 per couple if you sign up by July 25, $20/$30 after that. Dry camping is allowed, so bring your RV, trailer or tent and spend the night. Bring your own lawn chairs for kicking back later. There will be a DJ playing music. Send checks to Dennise Larson, 15917 NE Union Rd., Unit 4, Ridgefield, WA 98642. Make checks payable to: BGHS Class of 75 Reunion. Classes of 1974 and 1976 welcome to attend. Janet, (541) 969-9255.

BATTLE GROUND HIGH SCHOOL Class of 1965 50th reunion will be Sat., Aug. 22, 6 p.m. social hour, 7 p.m. dinner, at Club Green Meadows, 7703 NE 72nd Ave., Vancouver. Cost is $35. There is also a potluck picnic on Sun., Aug. 23, 1-5 p.m., lunch at 2 p.m., at Judy and Denny Steigmann’s in Amboy. Information, Georgia513@tds.net or bghs65@aol.com.

LA CENTER HIGH SCHOOL annual class reunion will be Sun., Aug. 2, noon-6 p.m., at Lewisville Park, Maple Picnic Shelter. Potluck, drinks provided. Margaret Brookshire, (360) 573-8612.

BATTLE GROUND HIGH SCHOOL Class of 1985 30th reunion will be Fri., Aug. 7, 6 p.m., at Prairie Bar and Grill; Sat., Aug. 8, 6 p.m., at Mill Creek Pub; and Sun., Aug. 9, 2 p.m., at Lewisville Park, Filbert Picnic Shelter. Price for Mill Creek Pub on Saturday is $35 per person through July 31, or $40 at the door and includes heavy apps and soft drinks. Make checks payable to Stacy Hickman or Dawn Elston and mail to P.O. Box 821728 Vancouver, WA 98682. For PayPal, email dawnelston88@gmail.com.

Health & Fitness

WEIGHT MANAGEMENT SUPPORT Group and Hypnosis will meet Sat., July 25, 1-2:30 p.m., at 318 E. Main St., Suite 104, Battle Ground. Connie Osborne, ANewYouHypnosis, (360) 281-8456.

SPEED STRENGTH TRAINING for Women: Ages 13-18. This class utilizes the Strength Speed Training Curriculum (SST). The model is designed to optimize athletic performance, reduce the potential for injury, improve core strength and balance, increase explosive power, and enhance agility and speed. Program runs July 21-Aug. 20 at Prairie High School, 10-11:30 a.m., cost is $108. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.

Garden

PLANTING FOR POLLINATORS class will be Sat., July 18, 10 a.m.-noon, at the CASEE Center, Building B, Room 206, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Jacqueline Freeman will show how to use particular colors, sequential groupings, seasonal timing and nectar-rich plants to attract more pollinators, and to help bees and butterflies be healthier. Class will include a tour of the NatureScaping Gardens. Classes are free for members or $15 per class for non-members. Register at info@naturescaping.org or marlene52ns@gmail.com or call (360) 737-1160.

Education

FUN IN THE KITCHEN: Junior Chefs I: Ages 10-13. Junior Chefs will cook, bake, and eat tasty meals with Chef Susan to share with family and friends. Students will work independently and in groups learning basic cooking and kitchen skills in this hands-on class following recipes, planning menus, creating their own recipes and exploring a variety of cultures and dishes, as well as practicing good table manners and safe food handling. Class is July 21-30, Tue., and Thu., from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., at BGHS, cost is $105. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or check out the schedule online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.