Senior Lunch and Learn: 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Wednesday, April 15, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn about recycling during a seminar, hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Cash donations will be accepted. RSVP by contacting Sharon Wodtke, 360-953-3278 or emailing swodtke@comast.net.
Quick Pickles 101: 4:30-5:30 p.m., Thursday, April 16, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Adults are invited to learn how to make homemade pickles during a workshop hosted by Battle Ground Community Library. Attendees may make their own sample of pickles to take home.
Sakura Festival: 1 p.m., Thursday, April 16, Clark College Japanese Friendship Garden, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Celebrate Japanese culture during a free festival hosted by Clark College, Vancouver Rotarians and the City of Vancouver. For more information, visit shorturl.at/X9YT9.
Geraniums Galore: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Thursday, April 16, Marshall House, 1301 Officers Row, Vancouver. Shop geraniums during the 20th annual plant sale, sponsored by Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) International. Hanging baskets, 4-inch potted geraniums and more will be available. Cash, check and Venmo will be accepted. Proceeds will benefit women’s college tuition assistance and other local charities.
BG Senior Citizens Veterans Lunch Club: 11:30 a.m., Friday, April 17, The Prairie Tavern, 14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie. Meet fellow veterans at the monthly lunch club hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Participants are responsible for their own meal costs. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Woodland Seniors Coffee, Crafts & Laughs: 12-2 p.m., Friday, April 17, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Craft alongside fellow seniors during a charm bracelet workshop, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. Attendance is $10 per person. For more information, email seniorinfo55@yahoo.com.
Fargher Lake Grange Tree Sale: 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19, Fargher Lake Grange, 37813 NE Wiehl Road, La Center. Browse $10 fruit trees, berry bushes and ornamental trees during the annual Fargher Lake Grange Tree Sale. Additional vendors will be on-site, and spaces are available for $15. For more information, call Heidi Zimmerman at 360-952-1036.
NW Largest Garage & Vintage Sale: 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, April 18, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse over 500 unique vendors at the Northwest’s largest garage and vintage sale. Admission is $8 per adult, and parking costs $6. Early bird admission at 7 a.m. is available for $25. For more information, visit nwgsales.com.
Lilac Days & Plant Sale: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, April 18, through Sunday, May 10, Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, 115 S. Pekin Road, Woodland. Stroll the historical Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens during the annual Lilac Days event. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children 12 and under. Lilacs and lilac-themed memorabilia will be available for purchase. For more information, visit lilacgardens.com.
Emergency & Safety Fair: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Sunday, April 19, Meadow Glade Church, 11001 NE 189th St., Battle Ground. Learn about emergency preparedness during a free event hosted by Meadow Glade Church. Topics will include crime awareness, disaster preparedness, animal evacuation and more. Demonstrations and interactive children's activities will be available. For more information, email bearben2014sr@gmail.com.
Woodland Seniors Coffee, Crafts & Laughs: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Friday, April 24, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Craft alongside fellow seniors during a grapevine wreath workshop, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. Attendance is $10 per person. To make a reservation, email seniorinfo55@yahoo.com.
Fort Vancouver Antique Equipment Association Meeting: 6 p.m., Friday, April 24, Old Town Burger and Breakfast, 813 W. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn about the preservation, restoration and display of old farm and power equipment for the education of the next generation. All ages are welcome.
Family Earth Day Storytime: 10-11 a.m., Saturday, April 25, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Celebrate Earth Day with stories and child-friendly activities. The Friends of La Center Library will host a seed planting and will provide a free book to attending children.
A Taste of Venersborg: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, April 25, The Historic Venersborg Schoolhouse, 24309 NE 209th St., Battle Ground. Support local vendors selling tasty treats during a celebration of Swedish cuisine, hosted by Venersborg Historic Preservation Society. Live music and a gift basket raffle will also be available. For more information, visit venersborgschoolhouse.com.
Home & Garden Idea Fair: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, April 25 and 26, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Browse more than 200 vendors at the annual Home and Garden Idea Fair, hosted by Clark Public Utilities. Admission is free, and parking is $6 per vehicle. Plant sales and children’s activities will be available during the fair. For more information, visit shorturl.at/UX3Ut.
Cowlitz Coin Club’s Coin Show: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday, April 26, AWPPW Hall, 724 15th Ave., Longview. Buy, sell and trade coins, currency, tokens and medals during the Cowlitz Coin Club’s 56th annual coin show. There will be drawings and raffles for prizes, including a half-ounce American Gold Eagle coin. Learn more at shorturl.at/UcIfD.
BG Senior Citizens Cellphone Class: 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., Monday, April 27, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn how to use a cellphone and maximize its capabilities during a class hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Contact Sharon Wodtke, swodtke@comcast.net, for more information.
Ridgefield Spring Festival: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Saturday, May 2, Overlook Park, 113-131 S. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Celebrate spring with shopping, games and the Garden Club Plant Sale during the annual Ridgefield Spring Festival. Events will be held throughout the day at Overlook Park, Davis Park and the Greely Building. The full schedule is available at shorturl.at/DFivV.
Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Meeting: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, May 7, Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, 12217 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. Learn the history of several old Clark County cemeteries during a presentation by guest speaker Peri Muhich. Bring a lunch for social hour at 12:30 p.m., or just attend the meeting at 1 p.m. For more information, visit facebook.com/DPWChapter19 or call Pepper Kim, 360-901-0176.
Mother’s Day Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Friday and Saturday, May 8-9; 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sunday, May 10, 78th St.Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Purchase plants during the annual sale hosted by the Master Gardener Foundation of Clark County and Clark County Master Gardeners. Appointments are required for Friday and Saturday shopping, and are available online at mgfcc.com.
Bullseye and BBQ Benefit: 4- 7 p.m., Saturday, May 9, Camp Hope, 12800 NE Roper Road, Battle Ground. Raise funds for Camp Hope of Southwest Washington during a benefit banquet. Ticket purchases will include outdoor activities, such as archery and axe-throwing, and a Texas-style barbecue dinner. A live and silent auction will also be held, with proceeds benefiting the camp. To purchase tickets, visit camphope-wa.org.
Aging in Place Presentation: 2-3 p.m., Tuesday, May 12, Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Learn how seniors can safely and independently live at home during a presentation hosted by Patti Atkins, communications and outreach coordinator for the Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington.
Friends of La Center Community Library Used Book Sale: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, May 16, La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Find deals on used items during a book sale, hosted by Friends of La Center Community Library. Proceeds from the sale will support La Center Community Library.
Fort Vancouver Rose Society Show: 1-4 p.m., Saturday, May 30, Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. View stunning rose displays during the 71st annual Rose Show, hosted by the Fort Vancouver Rose Society. Admission and parking are free, and there is no exhibitor entry fee. For more information on rose exhibit entries, visit fortvancouverrosesociety.org or email fortvancouverrosesociety@gmail.com.
Ongoing
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.
Enhance Fitness Class: 10 a.m. - 11 a.m., every Wednesday and Friday, Bethel Lutheran Church, 12919 NE 159th St., Brush Prairie. Seniors over 60 are invited to participate in an evidence-based exercise class hosted by the Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington. Instructors tailor the activities to match the participants’ abilities. For more information, call 360-694-8144.
Enhance Fitness Class: 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m., and 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., every Tuesday and Thursday, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Seniors over 60 are invited to partake in an evidence-based exercise class, hosted by Area Agency on Aging and Disabilities of Southwest Washington. Instructors tailor the activities to match the participants’ abilities. For more information, call 360-694-8144.
Woodland Community Chorus: 4-6 p.m., every Monday, Woodland High School stage, 1500 Dike Access Road, Woodland. Join the Woodland community in chorus and practice for public performances at local events. Music genres will include patriotic songs, jazz, blues and more. Walk-in singers are welcome. For more information, contact Diane Buttrell at 360-214-1267 or edianebuttrell@gmail.com. The first rehearsal will be held April 20.
Woodland Seniors Bunco: 6-9 p.m., every first Wednesday of the month, 2-5 p.m., every third Wednesday of the month, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Play games with local seniors during the Woodland Senior Enrichment Group’s bimonthly meeting. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Woodland Seniors Fun & Games: 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Play games with local seniors during the bimonthly meeting, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Woodland Seniors Widows Group: 10-11:30 a.m., every first and third Monday of the month, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Socialize with local seniors during the bimonthly meeting, hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Woodland Seniors Seated Chair Dance Exercise: 10-11 a.m., every Thursday, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Participate in low-impact exercise featuring dance music. Donations are welcome, but not necessary to participate. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Silver & Fit Senior Virtual Fitness Classes: 10 a.m. every weekday. Join Silver & Fit for free fitness classes for seniors. Monday is low-impact cardio, Tuesday is easy-going yoga, Wednesday is body-weight exercises, Thursday is balance and flexibility, and Friday is a mix of favorite exercises of the week. To find classes, visit facebook.com/silverandfit. For more information, call 877-427-4788 or email silverandfitonfacebook@ashn.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: 6:45 a.m.-8 a.m., every 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.
La Center Lions Club: 6-7:30 p.m., every first and third Thursday of each month, New Phoenix Casino, 225 W. Fourth St., La Center. Learn about the community projects undertaken by the La Center Lions Club and how to volunteer. For more information, email secretary@lacenterlions.org
Ridgefield La Center Kiwanis Club: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., every first Tuesday of each month, La Center Church, 111 E. Fifth St., La Center. Learn about the Kiwanis Club of Ridgefield and La Center community projects impacting children and families. To learn more, visit facebook.com/RidgefieldWAKiwanis.
Battle Ground Rotary Club Meeting: 5:30 p.m. every Wednesday at 715 E. Main St. in Battle Ground. Learn about the community projects undertaken by the Battle Ground Rotary Club and how to volunteer.
Rotary Club of Three Creeks Meeting: 5-6:30 p.m., every first and third Thursday of the month, Columbia Ridge Winery, 3006 NW 199th St., Ridgefield. Learn about the community service projects and programs during the bi-monthly Rotary Club of Three Creeks meetings. Social time is from 5-5:30 p.m. To learn more, visit rotaryofthethreecreeks.com.
La Center American Legion Meeting: 7 p.m., every second Thursday of the month, La Center Church, 111 E. Fifth St., La Center. Learn about the community works and veteran fellowship of the La Center American Legion Post #189.
Ridgefield American Legion Meeting: 6 p.m. every first Tuesday of the month, Ridgefield Fire Station, 911 N. 65th Ave., Ridgefield. Learn about the community works and veteran fellowship of the Ridgefield American Legion Post #44. Meetings feature community guest speakers and planning for the Parade of Flags program.
Columbia Mothers of Twins Club: 7:30 p.m., every first Thursday of the month, St. John Lutheran Church, 11005 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. The Columbia Mothers of Twins Club meets monthly to provide support and fellowship for mothers of twins. For more information, email columbiamot@gmail.com or visit columbiamotc.com.
Vancouver Sons & Daughters of Italy: 6:30 p.m., every second Thursday of the month, Family of Christ Lutheran Church, 3500 NW 129th St., Vancouver. Celebrate Italian heritage at the monthly Vancouver Sons and Daughters of Italy meeting. For more information, call Paul Zanobelli at 360-521-5584 or visit osdia.org.
Columbia River Chorus Meeting: 7 p.m., every Monday, Clark College, Beacocks Music Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Join the Colbumia River Chorus, part of Sweet Adelines International, to dive into the world of female barbershop music. To learn more, visit Columbiariverchorus.org or text 360-518-7829.
Garden Chat: 2-3:30 p.m., Saturday, every second Saturday of each month, Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn new gardening techniques and share personal strategies during a gardeners' meetup hosted by the Ridgefield Community Library.
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.
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.
Venersborg Historic Preservation Society: 6:30-8 p.m., the second Tuesday of each month, The Historic Venersborg Schoolhouse, 24309 NE 209th St., Battle Ground. Help preserve the 1912 historic schoolhouse while assisting with the organization of community events. Learn more at venersborgschoolhouse.com.
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. The cost is $7 per dancer. For more information, contact Dale Smith at 360-606-8849.
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.
Virtual Professional Connections Weekly Meeting: 11:45 a.m. every Monday. Meet like-minded professionals and network with others in similar career fields. To join, go to zoom.com, click on join a meeting, enter meeting ID 8092456202, and enter password 311397, if applicable. For more information, call 503-348-5330.
Kinship Caregiving Virtual Support Group: 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., the first and third Wednesday of each month on Zoom. The group offers family caregivers a safe place to connect with others, discuss the challenges of caregiving and learn about community resources. To register, call ADRC Information and Assistance at 360-694-8144 or email ClarkADRC@dshs.wa.gov.
Kinship Caregiving Support Group: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., the second Wednesday of each month on Zoom and 10 a.m.-11:30 a.m., the fourth Wednesday of each month in-person at Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. Meet with other caregivers, who are relatives caring for one or more of their children. Registration for the in-person group is not required. To register, call ADRC Information and Assistance at 360-694-8144, or email ClarkADRC@dshs.wa.gov.
Southwest Washington Gold Prospectors: 2 p.m., the second Sunday of each month except May, Minnehaha Grange Hall, 4905 NE St. Johns Road, Vancouver. Learn about prospecting, small-scale mining, ecological conservation and more. All ages are welcome. For more information, visit swwgoldprospectors.org.
