Public Announcement
APPLY NOW to be a part of the Battle Ground Rose Float Princess Court. Applications for princesses are available at ASB offices at Battle Ground, Prairie, CAM and River HomeLink high schools. Application deadline is Thu., Feb. 11. Rich and Trish Rubin, (360) 687-1049.
Organizations
SILVER STAR COMMUNICATORS meeting will be Sun., Feb. 14, 2-4 p.m., at the Dollars Corner Fire Station, 21609 NE 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. Speech contest. Everyone is invited. Barbara Hagedorn, (360) 263-3285.
CLARK COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION will hold its monthly board meeting on Tue., Feb. 16, 5:30 p.m., at the Public Service Center, sixth floor training room, 1300 Franklin St., Vancouver. Public is invited. Donna Roberge, robenoz@comcast.net.
GRAPE-FUL WOMEN will host a Valentine’s Day tasting event Sun., Feb. 14, 2-5 p.m., at Village Vineyard, 9400 NE 134th St., Vancouver. Bring your husband, significant other, friend or just come and join with Grape-ful Women in celebrating Valentine’s Day. Cost is $5 and includes tasting of eight wines and music by Wayne and Molly. Food also available for purchase. Charlotte Bruce, charlottebruce@msn.com.
DAUGHTERS OF THE PIONEERS of Washington will meet Thu., Feb. 11, beginning with an 11:30 a.m. Meals on Wheels lunch and 12:30 p.m. meeting, at the Battle Ground Community Center, 912 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Guests will be Battle Ground Police Chief Bob Richardson and Detective Michele Fox who will discuss personal safety. Visitors are welcome. Betty Davenport, (360) 687-3415.
SONS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION will meet for their monthly meeting of the Fort Vancouver chapter Sat., Feb. 20, 9 a.m., at Mill Creek Pub, 1710 SW 9th Ave., Battle Ground. Interested parties descended from Patriot ancestors are invited to meet the members, learn about the organization, its community programs and application process, and enjoy camaraderie of men who celebrate the American ideals for which their own ancestors fought. Breakfast is available for those who wish to order it. Neal Van Houten, (360) 831-4167 or email nwvanhouten@yahoo.com.
CLARK COUNTY POMONA NO. 1 will meet Wed., Feb. 10, 6 p.m. potluck, at the Fern Prairie Grange, 1814 NE 267th Ave., Camas. Brief introduction, then four breakout groups to discuss issues concerning subordinate granges. Meet local Washington state grange deputy Darrell Johnson and possibly some state officers. Information, (360) 687-2259.
MT. VALLEY GRANGE NO. 79 business meeting will be Sat., Feb. 13, 10:30 a.m. meeting, noon potluck, at the grange, 40107 NE 221st Ave., Amboy. Information, (360) 247-5744.
NORTH CLARK HISTORICAL MUSEUM board meeting will be Thu., Feb. 11, 7 p.m. regular business meeting, at the museum, 21416 NE 399th St., Amboy. Museum messaging, (360) 247-5800.
BATTLE GROUND TOASTMASTERS will meet Tue., Feb. 9, noon-1:15 p.m., at Rocky’s Pizza, 1901 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Topic is “Reflecting on Career Choices.” Everyone is welcome. Gerry Dunne, gerry@pacifier.com.
FIBROMYALGIA MEETING will be Wed., Feb. 10, 11 a.m. no-host lunch and visit, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. meeting, at Stuffy’s, 804 Ocean Beach Highway, Longview. Carol Mahnke’s topic will be “This Valentine’s Day Love Ourselves More.” There will be a $5 drawing. Toni Woodruff, jimtoni1@hotmail.com.
VANRIDGE GARDEN CLUB will meet Mon., Feb. 15, 10 a.m., at Pleasant View Church of the Nazarene, 801 NE 194th St., Ridgefield. The program is “Lavender” presented by Mary Jones of Scented Acres. There will be a garden-related auction followed by a potluck lunch. Information, (360) 574-7965.
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., Feb. 10, 10-11:30 a.m. For all levels. Children’s activities provided.
Stitch Wits Wed., Feb. 10, 6-7:30 p.m. and Tue., Feb. 16, 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., Feb. 11, 10-11:30 a.m. For beginning and intermediate levels. Children’s activities provided.
D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and Read) Thu., Feb. 11, 6-7 p.m. Tesla’s Attic by Neil Shusterman and Eric Elfman. Ages 9-11. No younger siblings, please.
Spanish Conversation Circle Sat., Feb. 13, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Movie Matinee Sat., Feb. 13, 3 p.m. Call the library for movie title. Popcorn and soda served.
Job Lab Tue., Feb. 16, 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., Feb. 16, 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.
Teen Book Discussion Tue., Feb. 16, 3:15-4:15 p.m. Midwinter Blood by Marcus Sedgwick. Ages 13-18.
RIDGEFIELD COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Sean McGill, (360) 906-4770.
Stitchery Group Wed., Feb. 10, 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., Feb. 10, 4-6 p.m. Play RPGs and socialize with a great group. Ages 9-19.
Friends of the Library meeting Wed., Feb. 10, 6:30 p.m.
Mahjong at the Library Thu., Feb. 11, 1-3 p.m. Enjoy socializing and playing the fascinating game of Mahjong.
Spanish Conversation Circle Thu., Feb. 11, 3:30 p.m.
Tween Book Discussion Fri., Feb. 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Savvy by Ingrid Law. Refreshments served. Stay after the discussion for a quick craft.
Blind Taste Testing Soda Pop Fri., Feb. 12, 4-5 p.m. Taste anonymous soda and try to identify it. Get the most right and win a prize. Ages tweens and teens.
Family Movie Tue., Feb. 16, 4-6 p.m. Enjoy a family-friendly movie with popcorn and lemonade. Contact the library for movie title.
Read to the Dogs Tue., Feb. 16, 6-7 p.m. Practice your reading skills and make a new friend. Please contact the library to reserve your spot. Ages 5-9.
Teen Anime Movie Tue., Feb. 16, 6-8 p.m. Enjoy selected anime and light refreshments. Call the library for movie titles.
WOODLAND COMMUNITY LIBRARY, 770 Park St., Woodland, Justin Keeler, (360) 906-4830.
Friends of the Library meeting Thu., Feb. 11, 10 a.m.
YACOLT LIBRARY EXPRESS, (no storytimes), located at the old City Hall, 105 E. Yacolt Rd., Yacolt.
Public Meetings
COWLITZ COUNTY CEMETERY DISTRICT NO. 2 Board of Commissioners will meet Fri., Feb. 12, 10 a.m., at 3819 Lewis River Rd., Woodland. Public welcome. Linda Roff, (360) 225-8689.
THE RIDGEFIELD BOARD OF Port Commissioners will hold their regular meeting Wed., Feb. 10, 3 p.m., at the Port Offices, 111 W. Division St., Ridgefield. Wonder Baldwin, (360) 887-3873.
CLARK COUNTY PARKS ADVISORY BOARD meeting will be Fri., Feb. 12, noon-2:30 p.m., at the Luke Jensen Sports Complex, Bud Van Cleve Community Room, 4000 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Leanne Mattos, (360) 397-2285, ext. 1688.
TOWN HALL MEETING sponsored by Clark County Citizens United pertaining to the 2016 Comprehensive Growth Management Plan Update will be Fri., Feb. 12, 7 p.m., at Hockinson High School, 15916 NE 182nd Ave., Brush Prairie. Rebecca Tilton, (360) 397-2232, ext. 4305.
BATTLE GROUND CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Tue., Feb. 16, 6 p.m. study session, 7 p.m. regular meeting, at Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW 1st St., Battle Ground. The meeting is on a Tuesday due to the President’s Day holiday on Mon., Feb. 15. Kay Kammer, (360) 342-5008.
LA CENTER CITY Council will meet Wed., Feb. 10, at 7 p.m. in Council Chambers, La Center City Hall, 214 E. 4th St., La Center. The public is welcome. Information, (360) 263-2782.
YACOLT TOWN COUNCIL will meet Tues., Feb. 16, at 7 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Yacolt Town Hall, 202 W. Cushman St., Yacolt. The public is welcome. Information, (360) 686-3922.
WOODLAND CITY COUNCIL will meet Tue., Feb. 16, 7 p.m., at 200 E. Scott Ave., Woodland. Mari Ripp, (360) 225-8281.
RIDGEFIELD CITY COUNCIL meeting will be Thu., Feb. 11, 6:30 p.m., at the Ridgefield Community Center, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Information, (360) 887-3557.
Entertainment
BATTLE GROUND ELKS LODGE Bingo Bash will be Sat., Feb. 13, 1 p.m., at the Battle Ground Elks Lodge, 907 SE Grace Ave., Battle Ground. Public is welcome, bring the whole family. There will be raffle prizes, a 50/50 cash raffle and a $300 “Lucky E” progressive pot bingo. Charities of the month are the ALS Association and the Elks National Foundation. Renee Taggart, (360) 687-1230 or email elks2589@yahoo.com.
SECOND FRIDAY OPEN Mic Music Night at Historic Yacolt Community Church will be Fri., Feb. 12, 6 p.m. performer sign ups, 7 p.m. music starts, at 203 S. Ranck Ave., Yacolt. No admission charge, donations accepted. Information, (360) 600-7607.
THE NEXT COUNTRY GOSPEL Praise event will be Sat., Feb. 13, 5 p.m., at Center Point, 11117 NE 189th St., Battle Ground. Come and be blessed with gospel music. There will be refreshments served after the music. Information, (360) 606-5748 or (360) 713-7943.
Sports & Recreation
SPRING MIDDLE SCHOOL SPORTS: Registration opened Feb. 8 for the middle school recreational basketball and volleyball leagues. Players will learn the basic skills and rules of the games, and have a chance to play other in-district teams. Basketball games are on Fridays starting April 15 at BGHS, Volleyball has games on Saturdays starting April 16 at Pleasant Valley. Volunteer coaches are needed, contact Battle Ground Community Education if interested. Practice start date is dependent on the volunteer coach. Basketball is $85, Volleyball is $70. Registrations after March 13 will not receive a game shirt. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
QUICKSTART SPORTS INDOOR SOCCER, grades K-4: Whether your son or daughter has been playing for years, or they just want to give soccer a try, staff will work with them to develop their soccer skills in a team atmosphere that is fun and exciting. During these weekly hour and a half classes, they conduct drills and games that are not only a blast to participate in, but also teach each player the necessary skills and fundamentals that are involved in the game. Class meets on Mondays, 3:30-5 p.m., beginning Feb. 22 at Pleasant Valley in the gym. Six sessions, cost is $77. 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, céilídancing is a social group dance similar in form to square dance, but similar in style to the popular “Riverdance.” Appropriate for students ages 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 Wednesdays starting March 2, 5-6 p.m., at Captain Strong Small Gym, cost is $42. Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
Education
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. You will create depth and the illusion of realism as you learn to draw from still life models. You will also develop skill working with traditional drawing techniques. You will experiment with a variety of papers and surfaces to develop your own unique viewpoint. Class is for adults. Class meets on Tuesdays from 6:30-8:30 p.m., at the Lewisville Campus starting March 8, five sessions, cost is $60 (includes materials). Battle Ground Community Education, (360) 885-6584 or visit bgce.battlegroundps.org.
TEEN DRIVER’S EDUCATION: Battle Ground Community Education and Driving 101 will be offering driver’s education classes starting March 2 at Prairie High School. Class meets M/W/F from 2:50-4:50 p.m. Driver’s Education is the most important class you will ever take. Driving 101 goes over and above Washington State Basic Driving School Requirements. The course cost is $475. Go to http://www.drvn101.com/ for the current discount coupon that will save you money. Tuition is due on or before the first day of class. Call Driving 101 to register, (360) 892-6988.
