Senior Lunch and Learn: Wednesday, Sept. 16, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Learn about fall prevention during a seminar hosted by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. Cash donations will be accepted. To attend, RSVP by emailing BattleGroundSeniorCitizens@gmail.com or calling Sharon Wodtke at 360-953-3278.
Woodland Seniors Coffee, Crafts & Laughs: Thursday, Sept. 17, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Cassadellys Floral will host a workshop on making live floral arrangements featuring jars and sunflowers. Participation costs $15, and registration is required. To join, visit the Woodland Community Center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday, or call 360-560-2495.
Palette in the Petals, Where Art Takes Root: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 18-20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Tsugawa Nursery, 401 E. Scott Ave., Woodland. Pick up a nursery box and transform it into a pollinator-themed art piece to enter the second annual Palette in the Petals, hosted by Tsugawa Nursery. Completed boxes must be submitted by Sept. 18 and should include the participant’s name and age. Boxes will be displayed in the store. Vendors and raffles benefiting the Washington State Beekeepers Association will also be available. To learn more, visit facebook.com/Tsugawanursery.
Senior Toenail Care Clinic: Friday, Sept. 18, 12-3 p.m., Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Seniors are invited to learn about toenail and foot health during a clinic hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. Participants will also receive foot care. The fee is $10 per person.
Growing Vegetables without Soil: Friday, Sept. 18, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 78th Street Heritage Farm, 1919 NE 78th St., Vancouver. Learn how to grow vegetables from seedling to harvest using the Kratky hydroponic method during a workshop hosted by the WSU Extension Clark County Master Gardener Program. Participants who wish to plant a seedling during class may bring one opaque, lidded container that holds 1/2 to 5 gallons. Bucket kits will be available for $7, cash only. Cost is $10 plus taxes and fees. Register online at shorturl.at/DDdYh.
BG Senior Citizens Veterans Lunch Club: Friday, Sept. 18, 11:30 a.m., 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. For more information, email BattleGroundSeniorCitizens@gmail.com or call Sharon Wodtke at 360-953-3278.
Realms Unknown Fantasy Festival: Friday-Sunday, Sept. 18-20, Lewis River Golf Course, 3209 Old Lewis River Road, Woodland. Participate in an interactive fantasy-themed, family-friendly event featuring story-based activities, vendors and live music. On-site camping is available during the festival. To purchase tickets, visit realmsunknown.com.
Help Palestine Dinner & Fundraiser: Saturday, Sept. 19, 5:15 p.m., Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 12513 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Learn about the Palestinian struggle during a dinner fundraiser hosted by Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church. Proceeds will benefit the Center for Jewish Nonviolence. Dinner will be catered by Lebanese restaurant Al Amir, and admission is $35. Payment is available via Venmo to William-Sterr-1 using confirmation number 7187.
Plant Propagation Class: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., CASEE Center, Building B, 11104 NE 149th St., Brush Prairie. Learn about propagation timing and techniques from Clark County Master Gardener and NatureScaping coordinator Julie Carlsen. The class will discuss various methods of propagation, including stem cuttings and plant division. The class is free for NatureScaping Wildlife Botanical Gardens members and $15 for non-members. Register by emailing info@naturescaping.org.
Winterize Your Garden For Spring Success: Saturday, Sept. 19, 4-5 p.m., La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Learn how to winterize your garden and ensure spring success during a Master Gardener seminar. Topics will include plant protection, soil enrichment and winterizing irrigation systems.
26th Annual Harvest Celebration - Tour of Clark County Farms: Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Six participating farms in Clark County. For the farm descriptions and map visit: https://extension.wsu.edu/
Community Clothing Swap: Saturday, Sept. 19, 2-4 p.m., Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Refresh your wardrobe at this all-ages community clothing swap. Drop off donations at the library Sept. 13-18 during open hours or bring them directly to the event. Items must be dry, clean, scent-free and in good condition. Socks and undergarments will not be accepted. Dressing rooms will not be available at the event. Donations are not required to participate.
Americana 250 Fall Fest: Saturday, Sept. 19, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens, 115 S. Pekin Road, Woodland. Celebrate America 250 during a festival at the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens. Vendors, music, family-friendly games and more will be available. Participants may also enter a chili cook-off or apple pie contest. For more information, visit lilacgardens.com/americana-fest.
“A Million Miles Away” Film Screening: Sunday, Sept. 20, 3-5:30 p.m., Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a community screening of “A Million Miles Away,” a biopic about José Hernández and his path from farm worker to NASA astronaut.
Re-Imagined Radio “In Progress”: Monday, Sept. 21, 1 p.m. Listen to “In Progress,” the latest installment of Vancouver-based Re-Imagined Radio’s experimental soundscapes Workshop series. The episode invites listeners to create their own stories and meanings from a collection of sounds gathered from North America and beyond. To listen, visit reimaginedradio.fm.
Woodland Senior Autumn Plant Pots: Tuesday, Sept. 22, 1 p.m. A&R Nursery, 35306 NW Toenjes Road, Woodland. Woodland Seniors are invited to make a 14-inch autumn-themed plant pot. Several plants, a pot, and soil are included for $25 plus tax. Sign up by visiting the Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland, Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Putting Your Garden to Bed: Tuesday, Sept. 22, 6-7 p.m., Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn how to prepare your garden for winter and set it up for spring success during a Master Gardener seminar. Topics will include garden maintenance and ways to reduce springtime work.
Woodland Senior Estate Planning & More: Thursday, Sept. 24, Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Learn about estate planning, advance directives and more during a class hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. Lawyer Amanda Proujan, who is licensed in Washington and Oregon, will teach the class. Family members may also attend. Registration is not required, but sign-ups will be available at the Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland, Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Oregon Trail & Cider Press Family Day: Saturday, Sept. 26, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Camp Hope, 12800 NE Roper Road, Battle Ground. Families can take part in Oregon Trail-inspired activities, including river crossings, “buffalo hunts” and other challenges, followed by a fall festival with apple cider pressing, crafts, inflatable bubble suits and more. Family tickets for up to four people are available at shorturl.at/837Ud.
Alderbrook Park Oktoberfest: Saturday, Sept. 27, 11 a.m.-10 p.m., 24414 NE Westerholm Road, Brush Prairie. Enjoy German revelry with a full-day event featuring live music, food and family-friendly competitions. Admission is $15 for adults, $10 for children aged 4-13 and free for those aged under 3. View the full lineup of events online at alderbrookparkevents.com/oktoberfest.
Music Fest Food Drive: Saturday, Sept. 26, 6:30 p.m., Battle Ground Community United Methodist Church, 10300 NE 99th St., Battle Ground. Raise money and donate nonperishable food to North County Community Food Bank during a concert hosted by Battle Ground Community United Methodist Church. A $25 donation is suggested, with all proceeds benefiting the food bank. This year the band Three Together, an acoustic trio, will perform folk, pop and soft rock songs from the 1960s and 1970s. For more information, call 360-687-2542 or email BGCUMC@gmail.com.
BG Senior Citizens Cellphone Class: Monday, Sept. 28, 11 a.m.- 1 p.m., 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. For more information, email BattleGroundSeniorCitizens@gmail.com or call Sharon Wodtke at 360-953-3278.
Adult Speed Friending: Tuesday, Sept. 29, 4-5:30 p.m., Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Expand your social circle during an afternoon of Speed Friending, purely for platonic connections. Bingo, prizes and more will also be available. This event is for adults only.
Adult Line Dancing: Wednesday, Sept. 30, 12-1 p.m., Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Learn how to line dance during a class hosted by Ridgefield Community Library. A suitable pair of dancing shoes is recommended.
Infant and Toddler Feeding Support: Thursday, Oct. 1, 12:30-1:30 p.m., Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield. Discuss infant and toddler feeding ina supportive environment, led by certified lactation consultants. Topics will include feeding, introducing solids, weaning and more. Questions about associated topics, such as sleep patterns and soothing, are also welcome.
Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Meeting: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 1, Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, 12217 NE Highway 99, Vancouver. Learn the history of member Dina Saunders’ family, who journeyed to the Oregon Territory. Bring a lunch for social time 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.
Walk to End Alzheimer's: Saturday, Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Esther Short Park, 605 Esther St., Vancouver. Join Clark County locals in raising awareness and funds to end Alzheimer's disease. Proceeds from the 3.1-mile walk will benefit the Alzheimer's Association. Registration is required to join the walk and is available online at shorturl.at/c7cQ4.
Carson Logtoberfest: Saturday, Oct. 3, 12-6 p.m., Historic Wind River, 312 Chapman Ave., Carson. Celebrate 10 years of Logtoberfest, hosted by the Wind River Business Association. Live music, vendors, raffles, vintage logging and more will be available. Attendees may also participate in the "Hairiest Leg” and “Dress Like a Logger” competitions. For more information, visit facebook.com/logtoberfestevent.
Dozer Day: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 3-4, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Clark County Event Center, 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield. Learn about heavy construction machinery at Dozer Day, presented by the Nutter Family Foundation. Family-friendly activities, including supervised operation of equipment, will be available throughout the event. To purchase tickets, visit vancouver.dozerday.org.
Fireside Tales of Horror: Saturdays, Oct. 3-24, 7-8 p.m., The Historic Covington House, 4201 Main St., Vancouver. Listen to an evening of bone-chilling stories around the fireplace at Covington House during an event hosted by Clark County Historical Museum. The event is intended for those aged 13 and older. Tickets are available for purchase at cchmuseum.org/programs-events.
Pomeroy Pumpkin Lane: Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 3-31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Road, Yacolt. Enjoy fall on the farm with hayrides, farm animals, pumpkins and more. Coffee and food will be available on site. Admission is $8 for adults, $6 for children aged 3-11, and free for those aged under 2. For more information and admission prices, visit pomeroyfarm.org/pumpkin-lane.
Bloodworks Northwest Blood Drive: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Save lives by giving blood during a national blood shortage. Appointments are available online at shorturl.at/pxhYS.
FVRL Foundation Authors & Illustrators Gala: Tuesday, Oct. 6, 5:30 p.m., Hilton Vancouver, 301 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Raise funds for programs at Fort Vancouver Regional Libraries during the foundation's annual gala. This year’s event will feature author Amy Tan, known for “The Joy Luck Club” and “The Bonesetter’s Daughter.” The event will include a silent auction, cocktail hour and gourmet dinner. Tickets are available at shorturl.at/hD2Mo.
Furry Friends Annual Dinner and Auction: Saturday, Oct. 17, 4:30-8:30 p.m., Royal Oaks Country Club, 8917 NE Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Raise funds for the care of felines at Furry Friends cat shelter during a western-themed dinner. The evening will feature auctions and gourmet dining. Tickets are available for purchase at shorturl.at/g1jxI. To learn more, visit furryfriendswa.org.
Tree & Shrub Pruning 101: Friday, Oct. 23, 5-6 p.m., Woodland Community Library, 411 Lakeshore Dr., Woodland. Learn how to prune trees and shrubs during a beginner-friendly class led by an ISA-certified arborist. The class will focus on pruning for healthier plants and safer landscapes.
Hockinson Hornets Get Together: Friday, Oct. 23, 12-5 p.m., The Prairie Tavern, Banquet Room, 14925 NE Caples Road, Brush Prairie. Reminisce with fellow Hockinson graduates from the 1950s, 1960s and 1970s.
Adult Houseplant Swap: Saturday, Oct. 24, 2-3:30 p.m., Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE Eighth Way, Battle Ground. Bring plants to swap with local plant enthusiasts during an event hosted by Battle Ground Community Library. Pest-free houseplants and cuttings are welcome.
Family Spooky Storytime: Saturday, Oct. 31, 2-3 p.m., La Center Community Library, 1411 NE Lockwood Creek Road, La Center. Celebrate Halloween with a spooky but child-friendly storytime with songs and craft activities.
Ongoing
La Center Farmers Market: Sundays, 1-5 p.m., Legacy Park, 515 E Birch Ave., La Center. Browse handcrafted goods, seasonal produce, and sweet treats during the weekly La Center Farmers Market. The market will run until Oct. 25. For more information, visit LaCenterMarket.com or email info@lacentermarket.com.
Battle Ground Senior Citizens Coffee Social: Every fourth Monday of the month, 9-10 a.m., Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 NE Third Ave., Battle Ground. Enjoy a morning with fellow senior citizens. For more information, email BattleGroundSeniorCitizens@gmail.com or call Sharon Wodtke at 360-953-3278.
Thursday Walkers: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, 9:30 a.m., Kiwanis Park, 422 SW Second Ave., Battle Ground. Join fellow seniors for a walk around the park, organized by Battle Ground Senior Citizens. For more information, email BattleGroundSeniorCitizens@gmail.com or call Sharon Wodtke at 360-953-3278.
Enhance Fitness Class: Every Wednesday and Friday, 10-11 a.m., 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: Every Tuesday and Thursday, 8:30-9:30 a.m. and 10-11 a.m., 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 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.
Woodland Seniors Bunco: Every first Wednesday of the month, 5-8 p.m.; every third Wednesday of the month, 2-5 p.m., Old Woodland Library, 770 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: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Old Woodland Library, 770 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 & Widowers: Every first and third Monday of the month, 10 a.m.-12 p.m., The Church of the Nazarene, 2000 Lewis River Road, Woodland. Socialize with local seniors experiencing loss during a bimonthly meeting hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Woodland Seniors Walking Group: Every Tuesday and Friday, 9 a.m., Horseshoe Lake Park, Park Road, Woodland. Enjoy a gentle stroll with fellow seniors during an event hosted by Woodland Senior Enrichment Group. For more information, email seniorinfo55up@yahoo.com.
Pairs & Spares Seniors Club: Join a Vancouver-based social group for seniors aged 50 and older. Each month features a calendar packed with activities, such as social gatherings, sing-alongs, outdoor activities and more. To learn more and receive a complimentary event calendar, call 360-892-8944.
Silver & Fit Senior Virtual Fitness Classes: Every weekday, 10 a.m., 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: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., 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: Every second Tuesday of the month, 6:45-8 a.m., Rosauers Supermarket Coffee Shop, 101 S. 47th Ave., Ridgefield. Business meeting: every fourth Wednesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m., Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield. Go to ridgefieldlions.org for more information.
La Center Lions Club: Every first and third Thursday of the month, 6-7:30 p.m., 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: Every first Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., 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.
Greater Woodland-Kalama Kiwanis Club: Every first Wednesday of the month, 5:30 p.m., Oak Tree Restaurant, 1020 Atlantic Ave., Woodland. Learn how the Greater Woodland-Kalama Kiwanis Club is helping local children, families and the community. Dinner begins at 5:30 p.m., followed by the meeting at 6 p.m.
Battle Ground Rotary Club Meeting: Every Wednesday, 5:30 p.m., 715 E. Main St., Battle Ground. Learn about the community projects undertaken by the Battle Ground Rotary Club and how to volunteer.
Rotary Club of Three Creeks Meeting: Every first and third Thursday of the month, 5-6:30 p.m., Columbia Ridge Winery, 3006 NW 199th St., Ridgefield. Learn about the community service projects and programs during the bimonthly 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: Every second Thursday of the month, 7 p.m., 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: Every first Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., 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: Every first Thursday of the month, 7:30 p.m., 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: Every second Thursday of the month, 6:30 p.m., 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: Every Monday, 7 p.m., Clark College, Beacock Music Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Join the Columbia 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: Every second Saturday of the month, 2-3:30 p.m., 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: Every second Thursday of the month, 7-9 p.m., 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.
Woodland Planters Days Celebration meetings: Every third Tuesday of the month, 6 p.m., 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: Every third Monday of the month, 2:40 p.m., 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: Every second Tuesday of the month, 6:30-8 p.m., The Historic Venersborg Schoolhouse, 24309 NE 209th St., Battle Ground. Help preserve the historic 1912 schoolhouse while assisting with organizing community events. Learn more at venersborgschoolhouse.com.
Columbia River Square Dancers: Sundays, lessons 6-8 p.m.; first and third Fridays of each month, plus-level dances at 7 p.m. and mainstream dances 8-9:45 p.m., 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: Every Thursday, 10:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Collective Community Battle Ground, 300 SW Seventh Ave., 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: Every Tuesday, 8:30-10:45 a.m., 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: Every Monday, 11:45 a.m. Meet like-minded professionals and network with others in similar career fields. To join, go to zoom.com, click on Join a Meeting, and enter the meeting ID 8092456202 and the password 311397, if applicable. For more information, call 503-348-5330.
Kinship Caregiving Virtual Support Group: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, 10-11:30 a.m., 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: Every second Wednesday of the month, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., on Zoom; every fourth Wednesday of the month, 10-11:30 a.m., in person at Bridgeview Resource Center, 505 Omaha Way, Vancouver. Meet with other caregivers who are relatives caring for one or more 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.
NAMI Connection: Every Thursday, 3:30-5 p.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
NAMI Veterans' Support: Every first and third Monday of each month, 4:30-6 p.m., Clark County Veterans Assistance Center, 907 Harney St., Suite 200, Vancouver. Meet and discuss mental health with local veterans during a structured support group hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness in partnership with the Clark County Veterans Assistance Center. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups. Drop-ins are also welcome.
NAMI Women's Support: Every Wednesday, 10-11:30 a.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group for women hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
NAMI Family Support: Every first and third Tuesday of each month, 6:30-8 p.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group for families hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
NAMI LGBTQ+ Support: Every first and third Thursday of each month, 4:30-6 p.m. Meet and discuss mental health during a structured support group for LGBTQ+ individuals hosted by the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Register by visiting namiswwa.org/support-groups.
Southwest Washington Gold Prospectors: Every second Sunday of each month except May, 2 p.m., 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.
Meetings
Battle Ground City Council: Every first and third Monday of the month, except observed holidays, 7 p.m., Battle Ground City Hall, 109 SW First St., Battle Ground. A 6 p.m. study session is held before regular meetings. Updates are available at cityofbg.org/96/City-Council.
La Center City Council: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, 6:30 p.m., council chambers, La Center City Hall, 210 E. Fourth St., La Center. Updates are available at ci.lacenter.wa.us.
Ridgefield City Council: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, and every first and third Thursday in November and December, 6:30 p.m., Columbia Assembly Room, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., Ridgefield. Updates are available at ridgefieldwa.us/163/city-council.
Woodland City Council: Every first and third Monday of the month, 7 p.m., council chambers, 200 E. Scott Ave., Woodland. Updates are available at ci.woodland.wa.us/citycouncil.
Battle Ground Public Schools Board of Directors: Every second and fourth Monday of the month, most months, 6 p.m., Lewisville Campus, Room C-26, 406 NW Fifth Ave., Battle Ground. Work sessions are added as deemed necessary at the second meeting of the month. Updates are available at battlegroundps.org/board-meetings.
Ridgefield School District Board of Directors: Every second and fourth Tuesday of the month, 5 p.m., Columbia Assembly Room, Ridgefield Administrative and Civic Center, 510 Pioneer St., or at other times and places as determined by the board. Updates are available at ridgefieldsd.org/page/board-of-directors.
Woodland School District Board of Directors: Every second and fourth Thursday of the month, and every third Thursday in November and December, 6:30 p.m., Woodland High School, Room 1204, 1500 Dike Access Road, Woodland. Updates are available at woodlandschools.org.
La Center School District Board of Directors: Every fourth Tuesday of the month, 7 p.m., La Center High School Library, 725 NE Highland Ave., La Center. Updates are available at lacenterschools.org/school-board.
Clark County Community Action Advisory Board meeting: Every first Wednesday of odd-numbered months, 9 a.m., Center for Community Health, Room C210B, 1601 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. The Community Action Advisory Board advocates on behalf of low-income residents at the state and federal levels. For more information, visit shorturl.at/re7Eb.
