Community Events
CRESA COMMUNITY EXPO will be Sat.-Sun., Sept. 6-7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., at the CRESA building, 710 W. 13th St., Vancouver. This annual event gives everyone a glimpse inside the 9-1-1 Dispatch Center and the Emergency Operations Center. First responders from all over the county, including SWAT, search and rescue teams, law enforcement, fire and more. Free food and prizes. Eric Frank, (360) 992-6289 or Eric.frank@clark.wa.gov.
WSU VANCOUVER 25th anniversary Community Celebration on the Quad will be Sat., Sept. 6, 3-8 p.m., at Washington State University Vancouver, 14204 NE Salmon Creek Ave., Vancouver. From 3-5 p.m., explore programs, labs, financial aid, diversity and veterans’ services, student clubs and organizations and more. There will be food, giveaways and fun activities for kids. At 5:30 p.m., kick back in the amphitheater and listen to some music. Admission and parking is free. Food will be available for purchase and picnics are welcome. Kim Estes, (360) 546-9588 or scheduler@vancouver.wsu.edu.
MEET AUTHOR and Tiny House pioneer Dee Williams at Vintage Books on Sat., Sept. 6, 2-4:30 p.m., at Vintage Books, 6613 E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Take a Tiny House tour in the parking lot from 2-3 p.m., then attend a reading and Q & A with Dee and the Big Tiny from 3-4:30 p.m. Dee has lived in her self-built 84-square-foot house for 10 years now. Finch Fisher, (360) 694-9519.
FOOD FOR THOUGHT: Clark County’s Food History will be Thu., Sept. 4, 5-9 p.m., at the Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver. This is the latest exhibit at the museum, this is the opening reception. Come explore Clark County’s shifting landscape of food as researched by students from Washington State University-Vancouver and illustrated using artifacts, documents and images from the museum’s collection. Admission is free with membership. Lecture at 7 p.m. by guest curator and WSU-Vancouver professor Candice Goucher. Emily, (360) 993-5679.
JUST BETWEEN FRIENDS Children’s and Maternity Consignment Sale will be Fri.-Sun., Sept. 26-28, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. on Sunday, at the Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Rd., Ridgefield. Warm, fuzzy savings on everything for the family. Cost is $2. Crafty area, bounce house and more. Pat Meyers, Patmeyers@jbfsale.com.
Churches
TAIZE WORSHIP SERVICE will be Sun., Sept. 7, 6 p.m., at Battle Ground United Methodist Church, 10300 NE 199th St., Battle Ground. The format for the service is simple, short songs sung over and over again that, in few words, express a basic reality and can be quickly grasped by the mind. (360) 687-2542.
Organizations
THE NORTH STAR Quilters will hold their business meeting Thu., Sept. 4, 6:15 p.m., at the Ridgefield Community of Christ Church, 400 NE 179th St., Ridgefield, followed by the general meeting at 7 p.m. Members are encouraged to attend the business meeting. In lieu of a formal program, attendees will be catching up after the summer break and sharing tips and tricks. Laurie Bourcier, lboucier@comcast.net.
Public Meetings
THE CLARK COUNTY Clean Water Commission will meet Wed., Sept. 3, 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Public Service Center, sixth floor training room, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. The agenda includes status updates on the Clean Water pollution fee study and Stormwater Multi-use Project. Bobbi Trusty, (360) 397-2121, ext. 5268.
WOODLAND CITY COUNCIL will meet Tue., Sept. 2, at 7 p.m. at 200 E. Scott Ave. The agenda includes selection of a 2035 City growth projection for the Comprehensive Plan update. Information, (360) 225-8281.
THE PORT OF WOODLAND Board of Commissioners will hold a budget workshop on Wed., Sept. 3, from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at the port office, 115 Davidson St. The topic for discussion will be the 2015 preliminary Port of Woodland budget.
VANCOUVER REGIONAL Library District personnel and consultants from FFA Architecture will hold meetings in Ridgefield and Woodland to explain future library needs in those communities and projected construction costs as well as taking input from residents. The Ridgefield meeting will be Wed., Sept. 10, at the community center, 210 N. Main Ave., and the Woodland meeting will be Tue., Sept. 16, at the city council chambers, 200 E. Scott Ave. Both meetings start at 6:30 p.m.
Sports & Recreation
A 5K RUN/WALK will be held at Marine Park in Vancouver on Sat., Sept. 13. The fifth annual Jordan Crouch Memorial event starts and ends at the park. Registration after Sept. 1 is $35 with the cost increasing to $40 on race day. Check-in and registration begins at 8 a.m. with the race starting at 9 a.m. Information, (360) 574-6353 or jordo2010@gmail.com.
Entertainment
THE BATTLE GROUND ELKS Lodge will host Bingo (open to the public) Fri., Sept. 5, following the PER steak or fish dinner at 6:30 p.m., at the lodge, 907 SE Grace Ave., Battle Ground. Renee Taggart, elks2589@yahoo.com.
FIRST FRIDAY MUSIC Open Mic will be Fri., Sept. 5, doors open at 6 p.m., program at 7 p.m., at the North Clark Historical Museum, 21416 NE 399th St., Amboy. Emcee is Wayne Hoffman. Amateur and professional musicians welcome. Admission is free with donations accepted. Refreshments served as a museum fundraiser. (360) 247-5800.
Music & Art
THE NEW SEASON for Touch of Class Chorale will begin Mon., Sept. 8, 7-9 p.m., rehearsals at East Woods Presbyterian Church, 16210 NE 20th St., Vancouver. This season, Christmas music from Screen and Stage, no audtions. Come to a rehearsal and check them out. (210) 570-SING or email TouchofClassChorale@gmail.com.
“DEPARTURES” ART EXHIBITION, new works by Diana Relth and Tom Relth, will kick off with First Friday on Sept. 5, 5-9 p.m., at North Bank Artists Gallery, 1005 Main St., Vancouver. Exhibit will be on display Sept. 5-28. Hours at the gallery are Wed.-Sat., 11:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (360) 693-1840.
Public Announcement
THE MRSC INSIGHT and MRSC Featured Practice (Municipal Research Services Center) have featured an article on their website and blog reflecting the innovative way that the Assessor/Auditor/Treasurer’s Offices Joint Lobby provides customer service, found here http://www.clark.wa.gov/treasurer/documents/MRSC_FeaturedPractice_JointLobby.pdf and here http://www.clark.wa.gov/treasurer/documents/MRSC_ClarkCounty_JointLobby.pdf. Kathleen Smithline, (360) 397-2255, Option 4.
Education
MEDIC FIRST AID PediatricPlus CPR, AED, and First Aid: The goal of this training is to help students gain the knowledge, skills and confidence necessary to manage a medical emergency until more advanced help is available. This course will cover adult/child/infant CPR, AED and Basic Emergency First Aid, such as choking, control of bleeding and managing shock. Upon completion of the course, students will receive a certification card that is valid for two years. If you have a group of eight or more people, each person gets a $5 discount. Your group can attend the scheduled class or have a private group class at the Battle Ground, Lewisville location or a location of their choosing (as long as it is a reasonable distance for the instructor). Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or sign up online at bgce.battlegroundps.org.
STAGE MAKEUP AND COSTUME Classes: Stage Makeup and Costumes (Zombies) class is for ages 12 and up. This is a one-day workshop teaching the basics of costuming and stage makeup and how to create fake bruises, scars, scrapes and open wounds. This workshop is perfect for creating a “zombie look.” You will receive hands-on training and tips to create the perfect look on a budget. Workshops taught by trained and experienced stage craft and theater teacher. Class meets Sept. 6 10 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Lewisville Campus in Battle Ground, cost $20 plus $10 materials fee. There is another one-time session on Sept. 27. A Syfy/Prosthetics makeup workshop will be on Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., cost is $20 plus $20 materials fee. Extreme Old Age will be Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., cost is $20 plus $10 materials fee. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit http://bgce.battlegroundps.org.
IRISH DANCE: Irish céilí dancing is for anyone who enjoys moving to music and doesn’t mind the fiddle. The class is designed to be as low or high impact as any individual would want, offering a good aerobic workout or simply a fun time. Appropriate for students 6 years and up (prefer parental supervision to children under 10), this class is great for adults and kids. Come in any clothing you find comfortable and no special shoes required (some find dancing in tennis shoes easiest while others prefer barefoot). Four to five of the traditional 30 Céilí dances typically taught in a six weeks course (dependent on size/interest of class). Session starts Sept. 24, six classes, class meets on Wednesdays from 6:30-7:30 p.m., at Captain Strong, cost $40. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit http://bgce.battlegroundps.org.
BEGINNING ADULT SEWING classes will be offered this fall, sponsored by Washington State University Extension 4-H Sewing and Textile volunteers. The first class will cover basic sewing tools, equipment and construction techniques. Homemade holiday gift ideas will be covered during the classes as well. Participants will need a sewing machine in good working order with an owner’s manual. A materials list will be provided for each class. Classes will be held in the afternoons starting in October. Sharan, (360) 636-0338 or Lou, (360) 673-4604.
Libraries
FORT VANCOUVER REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT will host Story Times. Most locations host baby, toddler and preschool storytimes with accompanying adult. Please call individual libraries for more information.
BATTLE GROUND COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Kim McNally, (360) 687-2322.
Let’s Talk Grammar Wed., Sept. 3, 10-11:30 a.m. For all levels. Children’s activities provided.
Stitch Wits Wed., Sept. 3, 6-7:30 p.m. and Tue., Sept. 9, 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 Group Thu., Sept. 4, 10-11:30 a.m. For beginning and intermediate levels.
Adult Book Discussion Thu., Sept. 4, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Life After Life by Kate Atkinson.
Paper Engineering 101 Mon., Sept. 8, 4:30-5:30 p.m. They will be designing and making things from paper using a variety of techniques. All supplies provided. Ages 6-11.
Job Lab Tue., Sept. 9, 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., Sept. 9, 10 a.m. You do not have to be eligible for citizenship to attend, but you must understand spoken and written English.
Teen Book Chat Tue., Sept. 9, 5-6 p.m. Join them to “talk stories,” followed by a craft or activity. Ender’s Game by Orson Scott Card.
Write On Tue., Sept. 9, 6:15 p.m. Improve your writing skills and learn tips. Share your struggles with other writers. Writers of all genres welcome.
LA CENTER COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Rd., La Center. Justin Keeler, (360) 619-1800.
Friends of the Library meeting Wed., Sept. 3, 7 p.m.
Adult Book Discussion Thu., Sept. 4, 9-10 a.m. The Dovekeepers by Alice Hoffman.
RIDGEFIELD COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Sean McGill, (360) 887-8281.
Stitchery Group Wed., Sept. 3, 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Join them for all or part of this free, informal drop-in get-together.
Gaming Group Wed., Sept. 3, 4-6 p.m. Play RPGs and socialize with a great group. Ages 9-19.
Spanish Conversation Circle Thu., Sept. 4, 4:30 p.m.
Teen Council meeting Fri., Sept. 5, 4 p.m.
Library Lego Lovers Sat., Sept. 6, 10 a.m.-noon. Join them for a Lego challenge. Ages 5-11.
WOODLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 770 Park St. Justin Keeler, (360) 225-2115.
YACOLT LIBRARY EXPRESS (no storytimes), located at the old City Hall, 105 E. Yacolt Rd., Yacolt. (360) 906-5106.
