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Lilah Chase Nets Hat Trick, Lifts Seton Catholic Into District Finals

Seton Catholic's Lilah Chase put on a show Tuesday, scoring three goals to power the Cougars past Montesano in the 1A district girls soccer semifinals. It's the kind of individual performance that can carry a team deep into the postseason, and Seton Catholic will need every bit of that momentum as district finals approach. If you've been sleeping on 1A girls soccer this fall, now's the time to tune in. Full story from The Columbian.

Shaylie Haij's OT Winner Keeps Skyview Alive in 4A Playoffs

Talk about clutch: Skyview's Shaylie Haij took an assist from Chelsea Synsvoll in the second overtime and buried the goal that sent the Storm past Puyallup 2-1 in a loser-out 4A bi-district playoff match in Spanaway. An elimination game, on the road, decided in double overtime — that's as dramatic as high school soccer gets. Skyview lives to play another round, and Haij just etched her name into a season highlight reel. Read the game recap here.

Clark College Penguins Earn Spot in Soccer Postseason

The Clark College Penguins are heading into the NWAC soccer playoffs after wrapping up a strong regular season. The college athletics report for the week covers where things stand and what's ahead for the squad as they gear up for postseason competition. It's a good time to be a Penguin. Check out the full Clark College athletics report.

Veterans Day Open House Coming to Clark County

Mark your calendars: a Veterans Day Open House is in the works right here in Clark County. It's a chance to honor local veterans and connect with the community ahead of the November 11 holiday. Details are still coming together, so check the listing now to plan your visit. Get the details from The Columbian.

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⚡ Quick Bites

East Vancouver Boxing Class Builds Confidence for Kids With Autism

Nick Jiles, who runs a sauna and cold plunge business in East Vancouver, turned extra gym space into an adaptive boxing program for youth on the autism spectrum. The classes focus on coordination, self-confidence, and fitness in a supportive setting — no competition required. Read more in The Columbian.

Sanctuary Color Arts Studio Opens in Downtown Camas

Sanctuary Color Arts Studio is now welcoming visitors in Camas with paint-and-sip nights, women's book circles, and locally sourced art and gifts. The studio also offers color analysis sessions — no art experience needed to walk through the door. Details here.

Vancouver Wayfinding Project Hosts Open House Tuesday

The Esther Short Neighborhood Association is inviting residents to an open house exhibit this Tuesday to preview Vancouver's wayfinding project, which aims to improve signage and navigation around the city. See the post for details.

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📅 Mark Your Calendar

Wednesday, November 4

• Marshall House Tour — 10:00 AM at Marshall House, Vancouver. Free 30-minute guided tours of this beautiful Queen Anne home on the historic Fort Vancouver campus. Book a tour time
• Providence Academy Tours — 10:00 AM at Providence Academy, Vancouver. Explore the stunning 1873 building constructed by Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart, featuring four stories of neo-Georgian brick architecture. Free, by reservation. More info
• Toddler Open Gym (Ages 0–3) — 11:00 AM at Kids Club Fun & Fitness, Vancouver. A soft-mat play space designed just for little ones and their grown-ups. Free, parent participation required. More info
• Friendship Club — 1:00 PM at Camas United Methodist Church, Camas. Board games, card games, snacks and music for intellectually disabled adults. Meets the first Wednesday of every month. Free. More info
• Kids Read to a Dog — 4:00 PM. Kids ages 5–9 can build reading confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog. Free. More info
• Teen & Adult Magic the Gathering Social Club — 4:00 PM at various FVRL library locations. Open game play with decks provided or bring your own. Free. More info
• Kids & Tweens Create — 4:00 PM at Washougal Community Library, Washougal. Drop-in creative projects for ages 5–12. Free. More info
• Wildwood at OMSI — 4:00 PM at OMSI, Portland. LAIKA's handcrafted epic fantasy film about a girl's quest through a forbidden forest full of enchanted creatures. More info
• Wined Down Wednesdays: Karaoke Night — 5:00 PM at 14 Acres Vineyard and Winery, Ridgefield. Sing karaoke and sip wine every Wednesday from 5–8 PM. Ages 21+. Free. More info
• 100 Women Who Care Clark County Quarterly Meeting — 5:00 PM at The Hammond Kitchen and Craft Bar, Camas. Philanthropic women hear pitches from local nonprofits and vote to select one to receive group donations. Optional social hour at 5 PM, meeting 6–7 PM. More info
• Weekly Swing Dancing at the Valiant Ballroom — 6:00 PM at The Valiant Ballroom, Vancouver. East Coast and Lindy Hop lessons starting at 6 PM, social dance from 8–9:30 PM. Singles, partners and groups welcome. $5–$10. More info
• All Ages Bingo — 6:00 PM at Firstenburg Community Center, Vancouver. Friendly competition with fantastic prizes, snacks, and fun for the whole family. $10–$13. More info
• Online Spanish Conversation Classes, Levels I & II — 6:00 PM via Zoom. Practice speaking Spanish with a native speaker in a small group — no homework, no tests, just real conversation. $25 per session. More info
• Gardening with Compost Workshop — 6:00 PM. Learn how to move toward a fertilizer-free garden using compost to build healthy, robust soil. Free, registration required. More info

Thursday, November 5

• Youth Partnership Day Fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs of Southwest Washington — 8:00 AM at the Clinton and Gloria John Clubhouse, Vancouver. This year's theme is "Together We Show Up." Choose the breakfast program (8–9 AM) or lunch program (noon–1 PM). Free to attend, donations encouraged. More info
• Enhance Fitness Classes — 8:30 AM at various locations around Clark County. Free evidence-based exercise classes for adults 60+, tailored to each person's ability. No pre-registration required. More info
• Go with the Flow: Wastewater Treatment Plant Tour — 10:00 AM at the Water Resources Education Center, Vancouver. A free 90-minute behind-the-scenes walking tour of what happens after you flush. Great for ages 8 and older. More info
• Marshall House Tours — 10:00 AM at Marshall House, Vancouver. Tour this Queen Anne gem featuring stained glass, decorative woodwork, period furnishings and military memorabilia. Free. More info
• Advanced Competitive Bridge Bidding — 10:00 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club, Vancouver. A class for beginning and intermediate players covering opening bids, slam bidding, takeout doubles and more. $10–$50. More info
• Craig Stein Yappy Hour — 12:00 PM at Humane Society for Southwest Washington, Vancouver. On the first Thursday of every month, adoption fees are waived in honor of Craig Stein. Adopters receive a bandana and a Welcome Home Kit with food, treats and toys. More info
• Daughters of the Pioneers of Washington Chapter #19 Meeting — 12:30 PM at Salmon Creek United Methodist Church, Vancouver. Member Pepper Kim will discuss Southwest Native American art. Bring your own lunch for optional social time; meeting starts at 1 PM. Free. More info
• Kids & Tweens Build It — 3:30 PM at Vancouver Community Library, Vancouver. STEM fun with LEGO bricks, blocks, boxes and more for ages 5–12. Free. More info
• Storytellers Scene Workshop — 4:00 PM at Camas Public Library, Camas. Kids in grades 3–5 (with an adult) learn scene-building through playful storytelling and TTRPG-inspired adventures. Free, registration required. More info
• Teen Hangout at Vancouver Community Library — 4:30 PM at Vancouver Community Library, Vancouver. Games, crafts, snacks and good conversation for ages 13–19. Free. More info
• Cocktails and Canvas: Owls! — 6:00 PM at The Neighborhood Refuge, Ridgefield. Artist Elida Field guides you step-by-step to create an 11"x14" owl painting. No experience needed. Ages 21+. $85. More info
• Stuffed Animal Sleepover — 6:00 PM at Camas Public Library, Camas. Drop off a stuffed animal anytime from 10 AM–6 PM, or bring it to Family PJ Storytime at 6 PM for bedtime stories and lullabies. Pick up your furry friend on Friday to see what adventures they had overnight. Ages 3+. Free. More info
• Symbol of Freedom Fundraising Dinner — 6:30 PM at The Heathman Lodge, Vancouver. CDM Caregiving Services hosts this Veterans Day celebration featuring a gourmet dinner, raffle, and keynote speaker Will Chesney, a Navy veteran and former member of Seal Team Six. $125. More info
• Family Bingo at Kalama Harbor Lodge — 7:00 PM at McMenamins Kalama Harbor Lodge, Kalama. Doors at 6 PM, bingo at 7 PM. Free, all ages. Win fun prizes — including an overnight lodge stay for the final blackout round. More info
• Fort Vancouver Rose Society Meeting — 7:00 PM at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Vancouver. Consulting rosarian Mary Hoover shares her experiences caring for the Memory Rose Garden at Longview Public Library. Free, open to all. More info

Friday, November 6

• American Legion Smith-Reynolds Post 14 Holiday Market and Bake Sale — 9:00 AM–4:00 PM at 4607 N.E. St. James Road, Vancouver. Shop gifts from local makers and enjoy the Auxiliary's annual bake sale. Free admission. More info
• Playgroup at Firstenburg Community Center — 10:00 AM at Firstenburg Community Center, Vancouver. A safe indoor space for kids ages 9 months–6 years to run, climb and explore while parents socialize. $7–$9. More info
• Portland Holiday Market — 10:00 AM at Portland Expo Center, Portland. Three days of artisan shops, local makers, gourmet bites, live carolers and festive family activities to kick off your holiday shopping. More info
• Memory Cafe at Prairie Tavern — 10:00 AM at Prairie Tavern, Brush Prairie. A welcoming space for people living with dementia and their caregivers to socialize and enjoy refreshments. Free. More info
• 60+ Senior Community Meal Program — 12:00 PM at Calvary Chapel Vancouver. Free lunch served noon–1 PM for low-income seniors age 60+. More info
• NAMI Art Group — 1:00 PM at NAMI Southwest Washington, Vancouver. A weekly creative gathering every Friday from 1–3 PM. Free. More info
• Early Bird Holiday Bazaar — 2:00 PM–7:00 PM (continues Saturday 9 AM–4 PM) at Battle Ground Event Center, Battle Ground. Browse creations from dozens of local crafters and artisans. Free admission. More info
• Vega Gymnastics Open Gym — 4:00 PM at VEGA Gymnastics, Camas. 45 minutes of fun for ages 2–6. $12 per athlete. More info
• First Friday Art Walk — 5:00 PM in Downtown Vancouver. Stroll through a wide array of galleries and art-centric businesses, most open 5–8 PM. Free. More info
• Family and Friends Friday Climb — 5:00 PM. Ages 4+ can enjoy 1 hour and 45 minutes of unlimited climbing at multiple difficulty levels. No experience necessary. $33–$41. More info
• Thankful for YOU! (and Pie) Multicultural Celebration — 5:00 PM in Downtown Camas. Pie tastings, pie raffles, a "Pie Walk Dance Party," multicultural displays and more. Free. More info
• Stocking Stuffer Market — 5:00 PM–8:00 PM (continues Saturday 11 AM–4 PM) at The Valiant Ballroom, Vancouver. All items are locally made, fit in a stocking and cost $35 or less. Free admission. More info
• Lara Blair Miniature Exhibit at Gallery 408 — 5:00 PM at Gallery 408, Camas. Tiny, story-driven miniature art displayed in shadow boxes and small-scale scenes by noted local miniaturist and podcast host Lara Blair. Free. More info
• RedDoor Gallery: "Small Works, Grand Impressions" by Fongwei Liu — 5:00 PM at RedDoor Gallery, Camas. Opening reception with small-format oil paintings, complimentary autumnal appetizers and beverages, and a free drawing for fine art giveaways. Free. More info
• Second Story Gallery Presents "Sticks and Stones" — 5:00 PM at Camas Public Library (upstairs), Camas. Opening reception for works by Marshall Miller and Kahn — paintings with 3D elements meet sculptures exploring the natural world. Free. More info
• Live Music: Forest Ray at 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery — 5:30 PM at 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery, Ridgefield. Live music in the tasting room, all ages, no cover, no reservation needed. More info
• Crafting with Nature — 5:30 PM at Dandelion Teahouse and Apothecary, Vancouver. Make trinkets and festive autumnal decorations from natural materials. $25. More info
• Family Fun Night in Salmon Creek — 6:00 PM at Salmon Creek Grange, Vancouver. Games, light snacks and laughter for the whole family on the first Friday of every month. Free. More info
• Vega Gymnastics: Parents Night Out — 6:00 PM–9:00 PM at VEGA Gymnastics, Camas. Drop off the kiddos (ages 5–14) for a supervised evening of fun. Pre-registration required by noon Saturday. $36. More info
• Camas High School Presents "Trap" — 6:00 PM at Camas High School, Camas. A psychological thriller on stage — also playing Nov. 7 at 6 PM and 2 PM matinee. $15. More info
• First Friday Open Sculpting at Kilnfolk — 6:30 PM at Kilnfolk Clay Studio, Vancouver. No pottery experience needed — an instructor will guide you through sculpting your own creation from two pounds of clay. $50. More info
• Columbia Mother of Twins Club Auction — 6:30 PM preview, 7:00 PM auction at St. John Lutheran Church, Vancouver. Annual fundraiser benefiting club events and operations. More info
• Journey Theater Presents: Newsies — 7:00 PM at Fort Vancouver High School, Vancouver. The Tony Award-winning musical about scrappy newsboys who rally together to fight for what's right. $20–$22. More info
• The Rocketeer at Kiggins Theatre — 7:00 PM at Kiggins Theatre, Vancouver. The thrilling Disney classic wraps up the "We Love the 90s" series — a full-throttle blast of 1930s Hollywood adventure. $10. More info
• Haunted Walking Tours — 7:00 PM at Clark County Historical Museum, Vancouver. Guides lead groups through downtown sharing tales of lingering spirits and mysterious happenings. $15–$20. More info
• 76, Trombones: The Beginning — 7:00 PM at Beacock Music, Vancouver. Beacock Music celebrates 50 years with a live musical show featuring songs and stories from its founding year, 1976. Proceeds benefit the Daryle Rustvold MusicForLife Scholarship. $25. More info
• Metropolitan Performing Arts Presents: "Lost" Staged Readings — 5:00 PM at Metropolitan Performing Arts, Vancouver. Four theatrical readings — including the delightful "Sure Thing," where two people twist through a conversational minefield on the way to falling in love. Free. More info

Saturday, November 7

• NW's Largest MEGA Sale & Vintage Sale — 8:00 AM at Clark County Event Center, Ridgefield. Early bird entry at 7 AM ($25), general admission at 8 AM ($8). Kids under 12 free. Cash only. More info
• Freeze for the Trees v6.0 — Tree Planting Event — 8:00 AM–12:00 PM in Camas. Join the Camas Earth Day Society and TSMC WA to plant trees, mulch and remove invasives. Light refreshments provided. More info
• Curiosity Kids: Design and Discover — 9:00 AM at OMSI, Portland. Ages 3–5 work with families on playful hands-on engineering challenges. More info
• Thornton's Treeland Grand Opening — 9:00 AM–5:00 PM at Thornton's Treeland, Vancouver. Hay rides, petting zoo, Christmas Barn Store, s'mores pit, tree maze and fun zone. $10. More info
• Esther Short Park Cleanup — 9:00 AM–11:00 AM at Esther Short Park, Vancouver. Join the Adopt-A-Park program and Vancouver's Downtown Association for a morning of litter cleanup and beautification. Family-friendly, great for teens. Gloves, tools, water and snacks provided. RSVP required. More info
• Fall Planting with Clark Conservation District — 9:00 AM in Yacolt. Help plant native trees and shrubs along a streamside restoration site. Contact [email protected] for details. More info
• Marine Park Beach Cleanup — 9:30 AM. Help remove plastic, styrofoam and litter from the beaches to protect the Columbia River. All tools provided, registration required. More info
• Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center — 10:00 AM–3:00 PM at Pearson Field Education Center, Vancouver. Flight simulators, a vertical wind table, historic airplanes and hands-on STEAM activities. Free for all ages. More info
• 2026 Fort Vancouver Holiday Book Fest — 10:00 AM at Fort Vancouver Visitor Center, Vancouver. Meet 12 local authors, browse books for all ages, and find the perfect holiday gift. Five featured children's authors including Deb Cushman, Richard Wing and Gretchen McLellan. Free. More info
• Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM at Esther Short Park, Vancouver. The best of local farm, food and artisan products every Saturday through March. More info
• Wellnesspalooza Community Health Fair — 10:00 AM at Living Hope Church, Vancouver. Free health resources, food, raffles, face painting and library information for the whole family. More info
• Artstra Open Studios — 10:00 AM at various locations across Clark County. A free self-guided tour of local artists' studios — see the creative process firsthand and support local art. More info
• Shaffer Stormwater Site Tree Planting — 10:00 AM. Join Vancouver's Urban Forestry Department for a morning of planting. Family-friendly, all tools and refreshments provided. RSVP required. More info
• La Ratoncita Presumida / The Vain Little Mouse Puppet Show — 11:00 AM at various FVRL Library locations. A bilingual (Spanish/English) puppet show from Venezuela, presented by Melissa and Carlos Bertran. Free. More info
• Adaptive Birding Hike — 11:00 AM at Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge. An inclusive, accessible guided birding hike with Adventures Without Limits and a USFWS biologist. All ages, free (suggested $10 donation). More info
• Dutch Oven Cooking for Beginners — 11:00 AM just south of the Lewis River. A hands-on campfire cooking experience including chicken and potatoes, cheddar cornbread and apple crisp. Take-home field guide included. More info
• La Center Historical Museum — 12:00 PM–4:00 PM at La Center Historical Museum, La Center. Free admission, open the first and third Saturday of each month. More info
• Adopt-A-Park: Ellsworth Springs East Native Planting — 1:00 PM. Help plant over 700 native species in an area cleared of ivy — including edible and medicinal plants. No experience necessary, all tools provided. More info
• Mason Bee Cocoon Cleaning Workshop — 1:00 PM. Join the Vancouver Bee Project to learn mason bee biology, fall stewardship, and hands-on cocoon cleaning to prepare healthy bees for spring. More info
• Mushroom Hunting for Beginners — 2:00 PM. Go beyond a slideshow of edible mushrooms and learn the hands-on skills and tools needed for accurate identification. Free. More info
• Saturday Karaoke Night at Pour Choices Pub — 8:30 PM at Pour Choices Pub, 1919 Main Street, Vancouver. Let your inner entertainer shine — come solo or with friends. More info

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