Photo by Cheryl Landes The City of Vancouver, Washington, has closed its community centers and all activities Friday, February 12, because of the winter storm that started tonight. The city plans to reopen the centers and resume activities on Tuesday, February 16. For updates, visit the City of Vancouver's Hours and Updates webpage. or call … Continue reading Community centers closed February 12-15 in Vancouver, Washington
Fireworks from a previous Vancouver's Fireworks Spectacular in Vancouver, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Due to continuing concerns over the COVID pandemic, The Historic Trust cancelled the 2021 fireworks show at the Fort Vancouver National Historic Site in Vancouver, Washington. I have not heard about the plans for the fireworks show at the Clark County … Continue reading 2021 Vancouver Fireworks Spectacular cancelled
The bar at Loowit Brewing Company, one of the breweries and taphouses participating in the 2021 Brrrugers, Bites, & Brews in Vancouver, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Support the Police Activities League (PAL) of Southwest Washington and Clark County breweries and taphouses at Brrrurgers, Bites, & Brews, Sunday, January 30 through Saturday, February 6. Here's how … Continue reading Brrrurgers, Bites, & Brews this week in Clark County, Washington
A forest near the Water Resources Education Center in Vancouver, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Clark County Green Neighbors has moved all of its events online because of the coronavirus pandemic. Their events cover a wide range of activities, from a nature lover's book club to question and answer sessions with local gardening experts. During … Continue reading Virtual nature events with Clark County Green Neighbors
Savor the Couve was so popular in December and January that it has been extended through the end of March! Every week, local restaurants, wineries, and breweries are teaming up to provide a takeout collaboration dinner at Savor the Couve. The five-course meals includes locally crafted wine or beer and serves two people. The participating … Continue reading Savor the Couve extended to March 31
Fort Vancouver National Historic Site in Vancouver, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) The City of Vancouver Parks and Recreation (Washington) is hosting a new event called Go Play, Vancouver! The event encourages residents and non-residents to go outside safely during the coronavirus pandemic to get exercise and enjoy nature in the city's parks, historic sites, … Continue reading Get outside with Go Play, Vancouver!
Every week in January 2021, local restaurants, wineries, and breweries are teaming up to provide a takeout collaboration dinner at Savor the Couve. The five-course meals includes locally crafted wine or beer and serves two people. The participating restaurants and menus change each week, and $25 of the dinner price supports a different non-profit organization. … Continue reading Support local restaurants and non-profits at Savor the Couve in January
Help Clark County, Washington, residents in need pay for their utility bills at the seventh annual Race for Warmth. The event is 100% remote this year January 29-31 due to safety restrictions from COVID. Choose from suggested routes from Clark Public Utilities, the sponsor, or create your own 5K or 10K journey. Registration is $30 … Continue reading Seventh annual Race for Warmth 100% virtual
Flowers at the Vancouver Farmers Market in Vancouver, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Looking for locally crafted last-minute gifts or fresh local produce? Saturday, December 19, is your last chance for the season at the Vancouver Farmers Market. The market is open 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Eighth and Esther Street in downtown Vancouver, … Continue reading Last call for the 2020 Vancouver Farmers Market
Riverside Performing Arts has a fresh take on "The Nutcracker" this year, and it's available for streaming. The production, titled “A Tale of the Nutcracker,” features traditional ballet in magical realms, along with swing, tap, and contemporary dance set to a 1950s theme. Vancouver (Washington) area dancers of all ages perform in this production. The … Continue reading “A Tale of the Nutcracker”, a fresh take on the classic production, streaming through December 19
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