BGPS Virtual Dual Credit Night: 4-5 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 23, online via Google Meet. Battle Ground Public Schools parents and eighth through 11th grade students are invited to an educational seminar on dual credit programs offered by Clark College, Cascadia Tech Academy, career and technical education, advanced placement courses and College in the High School. Participants can join via meet.google.com/dcn-ciwr-rrh or by calling 1-513-816-0907 with password 508301465#. For more information, visit shorturl.at/UDEdZ.
Blueberry Pruning Workshop: 10 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Jan. 25, 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn how to prune blueberry bushes for optimal growth and fruit productivity from WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardeners. The activity will be fully outdoors and include hands-on blueberry pruning. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/J2tOn.
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Young Artist Showcase: 7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25, and 3 p.m., Sunday, Jan 26, Skyview Concert Hall, 1300 NW 139th St., Vancouver. Watch performances by the winners of the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Young Artists competition. Pianist Alexander Liu, oboist Hannah Cho and violinist Mio Imai will perform. Additional virtual-only showings are available online. Purchase tickets at shorturl.at/ML0bQ.
Teens and Tweens Super Smash Bros. Tournament: 5-7 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 25, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Young library patrons are invited to the Ridgefield Community Library’s first Super Smash Bros. video game tournament. Participants ages 10 to 18 are welcome. Free snacks will be available. Register online at shorturl.at/a3lBF.
Race for Warmth by Clark Public Utilities: 9 a.m., Sunday, Jan. 26, Clark Public Utilities, 1200 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Registration costs benefit the Operation Warm Heart program. The event includes a kid's fun run, bike ride, 10K run and 5K walk/run. To learn more or register online, visit clarkpublicutilities.com/event/race-for-warmth.
Historic Fort Vancouver Guided Walk: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Wednesday, Jan. 29, Fort Vancouver National Historic Site Visitor Center, 1501 E. Evergreen Blvd., Vancouver. Join a 5K or 10K guided group walk to explore the history of Fort Vancouver, hosted by America's Walking Club. The event is free, but a $2 donation is suggested. Register online at shorturl.at/jA6qi.
Puzzle Day Exchange: 4-6 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 30, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Celebrate International Puzzle Day with a puzzle exchange and refreshments. Tables with a variety of puzzles will be available for assembly on site. For more information, visit shorturl.at/EFYpU.
Family STEM Lab, Tech Petting Zoo: 2-4 p.m., Friday, Jan. 31, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Play with a variety of science, technology, engineering and mathematics tools at a hands-on event, hosted by Pacific Power Foundation. Technology for practicing engineering, coding, robotics and more will be available. For more information, visit shorturl.at/pCg48.
Southwest Washington Woodturners Sharpening Symposium: 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, Friends of the Carpenter, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver. Learn about various woodturning tool-sharpening systems during a workshop, hosted by Southwest Washington Woodturners. Multiple tool sharpening systems will be available for use. Attendance is $20 for everyone. Register online at shorturl.at/nk0lG.
Friends of Ridgefield Community Library Used Book Sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 1, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Browse a wide selection of hardcover and paperback nonfiction, fiction, children’s books, puzzles and more at the Ridgefield Community Library fundraiser sale, hosted by Friends of Ridgefield Community. Proceeds from the sale benefit a variety of programs and events at the library.
Daughters of Pioneers meeting: 1 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 6, Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, St. Paul Room, 12217 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. Learn about the Washington State Genealogical Society Pioneer Pursuit program and how to document and submit names of pioneers, from member Jayne McCarley. Participants are invited to bring a lunch for social time at 12:30 p.m. The Daughters of Pioneers meets on the first Thursday of the month. For more information, call Pepper Kim at 360-901-0176.
Caring for Our Minds: 3-5 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, Meadow Glade SDA Church, 11001 NE 189th St., Battle Ground. Learn how to improve and safeguard mental health during a seminar, hosted by Meadow Glade Seventh-day Adventist Church. Dr. Sarah Winslow, Dr. Andrea Matsumura and others will present during the seminar. Register for this free event at shorturl.at/NaWzQ.
Winter Woolies Open Horse Show Buckle Series: 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, and 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 9, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. This is a two-day show featuring equestrian competitions for children and adults hosted by the Clark County Executive Horse Council. For more information, visit ccehc.org/events.
College Financial Aid Workshop: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn how to apply for educational financial aid during a hands-on workshop, hosted by the Battle Ground Community Library. Participants will learn how to complete FASFA and WASFA financial aid applications. Register for a virtual or in-person link online at shorturl.at/8GE8q.
Grow With Google, Protect Yourself from Online Scams: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Drive, Woodland. Learn how to identify and protect yourself from online scammers. Participants will learn about the techniques scammers commonly use to access sensitive information in this workshop. For more information, visit shorturl.at/SS4rq.
Open Door Stitchery Circle: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, North Clark County Historical Museum, 21416 NE 399 St., Amboy. Bring crafting projects, such as quilting or knitting, to a community stitchery gathering for inspiration and fellowship. For more information, email museumnch88@gmail.com.
Creative Crafts, Doodle Art Workshop: 2-4 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Rediscover the art of doodles in a hands-on workshop, hosted by La Center Community Library. No previous art experience is required. Those 13 years of age and older may register online at shorturl.at/VL24g.
Black History Month Fashion Show: 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 8, Clark County Fairgrounds, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Celebrate Black History Month with a fashion show, featuring designs by Black creators and educational displays about African American fashion contributions since the 1860s. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/xR935.
HOPE Valentine’s Party: 5-7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14, CDM Caregiving Services, 2300 NE Andresen Road, Vancouver. Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a free evening of dancing and refreshments at CDM Caregiving Services, hosted by HOPE Dementia Support. Participants must be 21 years of age or older. Couples are encouraged to attend. Register online at shorturl.at/jXzCm.
Library Valentine's Party: 4-5 p.m., Friday, Feb. 14, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Children ages 5 to 12 are invited to participate in a Valentine’s-themed party featuring love stories, games and crafts. For more information, visit shorturl.at/1ocGw.
Master Gardener Pruning Fruit Trees Seminar: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 15, Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Drive, Woodland. Learn how to care for fruit trees from Washington State University Cowlitz County Master Gardener Alice Slusher. The seminar will discuss common fruit tree pests and diseases. Registration is not required for this free seminar. For more information, visit shorturl.at/rFTkM.
Battle Ground Public Schools Industry Fair: 5-7 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, Battle Ground High School, 300 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Students and adults are invited to learn about careers and apprenticeships in health care, education, manufacturing, technology and more. Online registration for businesses interested in participating is available until Friday, Feb. 14, at shorturl.at/2XKPr. For more information, visit shorturl.at/4zMMA.
Introduction to eBooks: 1-2 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 20, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn how to access ebooks through the Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries system at a workshop, hosted at Battle Ground Community Library. Hosts will demonstrate how to use the Libby reading application and connect it to the library’s ebook system.
Grow with Google, Improve Your Resume: 10:30-11:30 a.m., Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Drive, Woodland. Learn how to improve your resume from a hiring manager’s perspective during a workshop, hosted by Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries. Hosts will help improve your resume so it stands out and accurately reflects your strengths.
Quiltfest Northwest: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Thursday, March 13, and Friday, March 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, March 15, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse art and shop supplies at the annual Quiltfest Northwest art show, hosted by Clark County Quilters. This year’s featured artists are Carol Hattan and Gerrie Thompson. Admission is $10 per person, and parking is $6 per vehicle. For more information, visit quiltfestnw.com.
Furry Friends “Whiskers & Wishes Online” Auction: Noon, Wednesday, March 19, through 8 p.m., Sunday, March 23. The auction will raise funds to cover the cost of this year’s spay-and-neuter services, which are estimated to cost over $50,000. Leftover funds will help cover the medical expenses of cats in the rescue’s care. To donate items for the auction, email information@furryfriendsWA.org. For more information, visit shorturl.at/Mvr1q.
Green Tie Gala: 6 p.m., Friday, March 21, Victorian Vineyard, 21919 NE 154th St., Brush Prairie. Raise funds for the skilled trades workforce at a formal gala, hosted by the Building Futures Foundation. Proceeds from the event will benefit scholarships, tool grants and programs supporting careers in the building industry. The gala will feature live music, food, drinks and a silent auction. Purchase tickets online at shorturl.at/F7sfn.
Ongoing
Manic Monday Mama Group: 9:30 a.m., every Monday, North County Wellness Collective, 40600 NE 221 Ave., Suite 101, Amboy. Join other local mothers for a weekly meeting featuring a sharing circle, gentle stretching and activities for children. A $10 donation per family is suggested. For more information, email northcountywellnesscollective@gmail.com.
Southwest Washington Woodturners Meeting: 7-9 p.m., every second Thursday of each month, Friends of the Carpenter, 1600 W. 20th St., Vancouver. Learn woodturning techniques from experts at the Southwest Washington Woodturners monthly meeting. Meetings are free and open to hobbyists, experts and those curious about woodworking. For more information, visit southwestwashingtonwoodturners.org.
Battle Ground Toastmasters: The Battle Ground Toastmasters work to improve communication skills and have fun doing it. Join the group in person or via Zoom from noon to 1:15 p.m. on Tuesdays at Legions Realty, 717 W. Main St., Suite 126, Battle Ground, or online at tinyurl.com/3ejt6rae.
Battle Ground Senior Citizens Coffee Social: 9-10 a.m., every fourth Monday of the month, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Enjoy a morning with fellow senior citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Thursday Walkers: 9:30 a.m., every second and fourth Thursday of the month, Kiwanis Park, 422 SW Second Ave., Battle Ground. Join fellow seniors for a walk around the park, organized by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Woodland Planters Days Celebration meetings: 6 p.m., the third Tuesday of each month, Veterans of Foreign Wars, 434 Davidson Ave., Woodland. Meetings discuss the planning of the annual Planters Days community celebration. For more information, visit planters-days.com.
Vancouver Chrysanthemum Society Monthly Meeting: 2:40 p.m., the third Monday of each month, 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn how to propagate, cultivate and care for chrysanthemums. For more information, visit chrysanthemumsvancouver.com.
Battle Ground Lions Club: 7 p.m., every second and fourth Thursday of the month, Old Town Burger and Breakfast, 813 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Join the Battle Ground Lions Club for fun and volunteer opportunities.
Ridgefield Lions Club: Breakfast meeting, 6:45 a.m.-8 a.m., the second Tuesday of each month, Rosauers Supermarket Coffee Shop, 101 S. 47th Ave., Ridgefield. Business meeting, 6:30-8 p.m., the fourth Wednesday of each month, the Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield. Go to ridgefieldlions.org for more information.
Battle Ground Rotary Club Meeting: 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday at 715 E. Main St. in Battle Ground.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Battle Ground: 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. every Thursday at the mobile home park at 300 SW Seventh Ave. in Battle Ground. The meeting starts with a private weigh-in. For more information or directions, call Linda at 360-977-8689.
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Woodland: 8:30-10:45 a.m., every Tuesday, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. The meeting starts with a private weigh-in, followed by a meeting. For more information, call Vera Porter at 503-806 0795.
Columbia River Square Dancers: Lessons 6-8 p.m. on Sundays, dances at 7 p.m. for plus level and 8-9:45 p.m. for mainstream level on the first and third Friday of each month. Lessons and dances take place at 17901 NE 72nd Ave., Battle Ground. Cost is $7 per dancer. For more information, contact Dale Smith at 360-606-8849.
