Horsing Around at Confluence Winery

Silent Auction, Live Music and Wine.

featherdance 125 Horsing Around at Confluence WineryVisit Confluence Winery (19111 NW 67th Ave,Ridgefield) for an evening of fun including a silent auction, door prizes, live music, hors d’oeuvres, and wine (of course!) on Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 5 pm to 8 pm. Funds raised will benefit the BlackPearl Equestrienne Troupe.

“The quaint community of Ridgefield, WA is home to the BlackPearl Equestrienne Troupe, a team of horses and riders dedicated to the philanthropic value of equestrian art. The troupe now travels along the west coast and performs with … [Continue reading...]

Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Celebrates 33rd Season

A Bold New Beginning.

violin 135 125x125 Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Celebrates 33rd SeasonThe Vancouver Symphony Orchestra, the largest performing arts organization in Southwest Washington, is now in its 33rd season offering Classical Concerts and Special Events through Spring 2012.

It’s a “Bold New Beginning” for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra this year. Still providing world-renowned classical music and promoting young artists, this year they will also offer a Chamber Music Series and Music Alive!

“For the first time ever, we are excited to launch Music Alive!, a performance collaborative for Southwest Washington. This new initiative will elevate the arts and music through key partnerships with organizations such … [Continue reading...]

Salmon Creek Little League Sign Ups

Salmon Creek Little League Registrations

Registration Open for 2012 Season.

Cold, wet, rainy, snowy…must be time for Baseball! Well, time to get signed up for baseball or softball!

Registration for the Spring 2012 Baseball and Softball season are currently underway. In person registrations will take place Wednesday, January 18, 2012 between 5pm and 8pm, and Tuesday, January 24, 2012 between 5 pm and 8 pm at the Salmon Creek Round Table Pizza (13009 NE Hwy 99). You can also register online at Salmon Creek Little League. All players must be 5 years old by April … [Continue reading...]

Second Saturday Fun at the Water Center

Fun Free Activities On Tap.

faucet 125 Second Saturday Fun at the Water Center Second Saturdays at the Water Resources Education Center are not only fun, they’re free!

Each second Saturday of the month, from 1 to 3 p.m., kids and their families are invited to explore a different topic through hands-on activities, games and stories. Events at the Water Resources Education Center (4600 Se Columbia Way, Vancouver) in Vancouver are designed for hands on fun for the whole family. When you visit the Water Center, you’ll experience a variety of exhibits, events and interactive educational programs designed to … [Continue reading...]

Shedding New Light on Fort Vancouver

Fort Vancouver Lantern Tours.

fortvanlantern 135 Shedding New Light on Fort VancouverI guess if it’s Fort Vancouver by candlelight, it should be titled “Shedding Old Light on Fort Vancouver.” Take a trip into the past and see what life was like at Fort Vancouver after dark.

Each adult attending the program will carry their own lantern (the Fort provides these) and tour with a Park Ranger and costumed interpreters. You will learn what activities would have occurred once the sun set at Fort Vancouver! These special tours will be offered December 17, 2011; January 7 and … [Continue reading...]

Christmas Ships Parade on the Columbia River

A Clark County Tradition for 57 Years.

christmasship 135 125x125 Christmas Ships Parade on the Columbia RiverOne of the most unique Christmas lighting displays around Clark County starts this Thursday, December 8, 2011. It’s time for the 57th Annual Christmas Ships Parade!

The Christmas Ship Parade started out as one lone sailboat, and now the fleet averages 55 to 60 ships (between the Columbia River and Willamette River fleets) adorned with Christmas lights and decorations, and will be on parade every night beginning December 8 and ending December 20, 2011! The parade begins at approximately 7 pm and lasts … [Continue reading...]

Annual Vancouver Rotary Festival of Trees

Trees, Treasures and Traditions.

festoftrees 125 Annual Vancouver Rotary Festival of TreesThe 16th Annual Vancouver Rotary Festival of Trees will take place November 25-27, 2011; and culminate with the grand finale Gala Dinner and Auction on Saturday, December 3, 2011. This year’s theme is “Trees, Treasures and Traditions” and will be held at Pearson Air Museum (1115 E 5th Street, Vancouver, USA).

The Festival of Trees is a three day festival which includes the Vancouver Community Tree Lighting at Esther Short Park, Vancouver Pops Holiday Concert, Vancouver Festival of Trees viewing (with entertainment, scavenger hunt and Santa) … [Continue reading...]

Veterans Parade at Fort Vancouver 2011

Honoring Our Veterans.

veteransparade 125 Veterans Parade at Fort Vancouver 2011The 25th Annual Veterans Day Parade at Fort Vancouver will take place Saturday, November 5, 2011 starting at 11 am, rain or shine. This year will also commemorate the 150th Anniversary of the Civil War.

“For 25 years, Vancouver has honored veterans with this annual parade which begins at the east end of Officers Row at E. Reserve Street. The parade attracts more than 100 entries with approximately 2,500 individuals marching or riding in the parade. The public is encouraged to support veterans and troops while viewing … [Continue reading...]

Family Field Trip Day at Columbia Springs

Join the Adventure.

owl 125 Family Field Trip Day at Columbia SpringsTime to round up your young adventurers and head over to Columbia Springs this Saturday, November 5, 2011 for Family Field Trip Day from 2-6:30 pm. There will be fun, hands-on learning stations, fall craft projects, a bat house building workshop, and nature-at-night hikes for the whole family.

Join in a scavenger hunt, plant rubbings, activities focused around Bats and Birds (you even have the opportunity to make your own Bat House!). Then head out into the night on a guided tour around Columbia Springs to join … [Continue reading...]

Getting Juiced at the Cedar Creek Grist Mill

It’s Apple Pressing Time!

apples 125 Getting Juiced at the Cedar Creek Grist MillJoin the folks at the Cedar Creek Grist Mill for their biggest event of the year, Apple Cider Pressing! This event will take place on Saturday, October 29, from 9 am until…well, until about 8,000 pounds of apples have been pressed into cider and all the cider has been taken home by guests! That is usually about 5 pm.

“Everyone is encouraged to get involved. The rumbling of the water powered belt and pulley system, the dimly lighted mill, the floor covered with sawdust and the … [Continue reading...]