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Remi Buckley Now Owns Columbia River's All-Time Scoring Record

Remember this name: Remi Buckley. The Columbia River girls soccer standout netted two goals in Thursday's 5-0 rout of Mark Morris in Longview, pushing her past every player who's ever worn the Chieftains jersey to become the program's all-time leading goal scorer. It's the kind of milestone that doesn't come around often, and Buckley did it in style with a dominant team performance backing her up. If you haven't been following Columbia River soccer this fall, now's the time to start. Full highlights here.

King's Way Christian's Mason Buck Earns Player of the Week Honors

Mason Buck of King's Way Christian took home The Columbian's Week 7 high school football player of the week award, pulling in 305 of the 765 votes cast — a comfortable margin in a poll sponsored by Killer Burger. It's well-deserved recognition for a player who's been making an impact for the Knights all season. Watch Buck's highlights and see the full results.

Woodland's Bold Position Swap Pays Off for Andrews, Belvin

Here's a coaching gamble that worked. Woodland's Jackson Andrews and Michael Belvin spent the first two weeks of the football season in one configuration — Belvin at quarterback, Andrews catching passes — then flipped roles entirely. The switch has sparked something for the Beavers, turning a question mark into a storyline worth following as the season heads toward the stretch run. Read how it all came together.

Week 8 Prep Football Preview: Capsules, Predictions, Livestream Links

After a Week 6 full of surprises, local football fans can get a jump on what's ahead with The Columbian's full Week 8 preview. You'll find matchup capsules, score predictions, and links to livestreams so you can catch the action from wherever you are on Friday night. It's your one-stop game-day prep. Get the full preview.

Trunk-or-Treat, Chrysanthemum Show, Headless Horseman Train Top This Week's Fun

Looking for something to do before Halloween hits? The Columbian rounded up five can't-miss outings this week, including trunk-or-treat events around Clark County, a chrysanthemum show for the garden lovers, and the ever-popular Headless Horseman Halloween Train that's perfect for families. Whether you're chasing thrills or fall blooms, there's something on this list for you. See all five picks.

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⚡ Quick Bites

Bathala Botanicals Brings Loose-Leaf Tea, Plants to East Vancouver

A new shop called Bathala Botanicals has opened on the east side, offering loose-leaf teas alongside easy-to-care-for houseplants, stationery, and gifts. If you've been driving across town for a proper tea selection, your commute just got shorter.

Super Sports Cards Celebrates Grand Opening Today on Fourth Plain

Super Sports Cards is hosting the grand opening of its second, larger location at 11505 N.E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Suite E, today, Oct. 23. The long-standing local shop expanded to meet steady demand from the area's growing collector community.

Battle Ground Art Alliance Lands Temporary Vancouver Home

The Battle Ground Art Alliance has set up shop with a temporary space right here in Vancouver, giving local artists a new spot to gather and display work. Read more about the move and what it means for the group's programming.

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Friday, October 23

• Scary Story Walk at Camas Public Library — Celebrate the winners of the Scary Story contest by strolling downtown Camas! Each participating business features a winning scary story in its front window. Visit them all to complete the walk. Free. More info
• Darbar Halal Market & Paper Tiger Roasters Fundraisers — 6:30 AM at Paper Tiger Coffee Roasters, 703 Grand Blvd, Vancouver. Ten percent of sales go to Washington School for the Deaf in support of the D.E.A.F. & WSD Alumni Association reunion weekend. More info
• Adult & Teen Craft & Chat — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at La Center Community Library. Bring your knitting, crochet, spinning, cross-stitch, or any fiber arts project for a social crafting circle. Ages 13+. Free. More info
• Bi-Zi Farms Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze — 10:00 AM at Bi-Zi Farms, Vancouver. Wagon ride, pick-your-own pumpkin, corn maze, and same-day nighttime maze admission all included. $14–$16. More info
• Playgroup at Firstenburg Community Center — 10:00 AM. A safe indoor play space for kids ages 9 months to 6 years while parents socialize. $7–$9. More info
• HOPE Dementia Support: Meet Me at Kit-Tea Cafe — 10:00–11:00 AM at Milky & Coco's Kit-Tea Cafe, 5000 E. Fourth Plain Blvd., Vancouver. People living with dementia can attend with a care partner. Free; registration required. More info
• Vancouver Pumpkin Patch — 11:00 AM–6:00 PM at Velvet Acres Gardens, Orchards. Pick-your-own pumpkins, corn maze, hay bale pyramid, hayrides, apple cannon, farm animals, vendors, and food carts. $10 weekdays. More info
• 60+ Senior Community Meal Program — 12:00–1:00 PM at Calvary Chapel Vancouver, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Free lunch for low-income seniors age 60+, sponsored by the 5&2 Food Pantry. More info
• Thrive2Survive Community Wellness Event — 12:00–4:00 PM at River City Church, Vancouver. Free event connecting individuals and families with local organizations offering youth programs, employment options, mental health services, housing support, and more. More info
• The Patch at Whalen Oaks Farm — 12:00 PM at Whalen Oaks Farm, Woodland. Over 60 varieties of pumpkins, squash, and gourds on 40+ acres. U-pick field, free parking, no admission fee. More info
• NAMI Art Group — 1:00–3:00 PM at NAMI Southwest Washington, 4201 N.E. 66th Ave., Suite 105, Vancouver. Free weekly art group. More info
• Kids Creative Crafts: Mason Jar Luminaries — 3:00 PM at Ridgefield Community Library. Kids ages 5–9 combine art and science to create their own Mason Jar luminaries. All materials provided. Free. More info
• Walton Farms Pumpkin Patch — 3:00–5:00 PM at Walton Farms, Camas. Admission includes corn maze, train ride, and one pumpkin of any size. Dogs allowed on leash. $13. More info
• Vega Gymnastics Open Gym — 4:15–5:00 PM at VEGA Gymnastics, Camas. Ages 2–6. $12 per athlete. More info
• Graphic 45 Merryful Greeting Card Class — 5:00 PM at Craft Warehouse, Vancouver. Create elegant Christmas cards with layered dies, embossing, gilding flakes, and festive sparkle. $25. More info
• Tree & Shrub Pruning 101 — 5:00 PM. A beginner-friendly Master Gardener class led by an ISA Certified Arborist covering the fundamentals of proper pruning. In partnership with Fort Vancouver Regional Library. More info
• Pumpkin Lane After Dark — 5:30 PM at Pomeroy Farm, Yacolt. Evening hayride along scarecrow-adorned Pumpkin Lane, a beverage token, s'mores, food from Mosscrowe BBQ, and wine. $40. More info
• Live Music: Nick Walker at 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery — 5:30–7:30 PM at 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery, 2411 NE 244th St, Ridgefield. All ages, no cover, no reservation needed. More info
• Bi-Zi Farm Nighttime Corn Maze — 6:00–10:00 PM at Bi-Zi Farms, Vancouver. Tickets sold in 60-minute timeslots. $7.50–$9.50. More info
• Lenny Pearce — Toddler Rave World Tour — 6:00 PM at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland. A high-energy, family-friendly live show from the pioneer of Toddler Techno. $49.70. More info
• Music Bingo at Elks Lodge — 6:00 PM at Vancouver Elks Lodge #823. This month's theme: One Hit Wonders. Free, with quirky prizes. More info
• Fort Vancouver Antique Equipment Association Monthly Meeting — 6:00–7:30 PM at Old Town Burgers and Breakfast, 813 W. Main St., Battle Ground. A club for lovers of vintage farm equipment, local history, rust, grease, and stubborn bolts. Free. More info
• English Country Line Dancing — 6:30 PM at Fern Prairie Grange, Camas. All experience levels welcome — dances are walked through first. $5 per person or $10 per family. More info
• Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics — 6:30 PM at The Old Church Concert Hall, Portland. A live, multi-sensory concert of Halloween classics by candlelight. $42.50–$66. More info
• Haunted History Walking Tour — 7:00 PM at Clark County Historical Museum, Vancouver. Guides lead groups along Main Street and beyond to uncover spooky local history. $20. More info
• Spirit Tales of the Vancouver Barracks — 7:00 PM, meet at The Grant House parking lot. Historian Jeff Davis leads a 1.5–2 hour tour covering barracks history and haunted goings-on since 1849. $17–$22. More info
• Guys and Dolls — 7:30 PM at Winningstad Theatre, Portland. The classic musical comedy set in Damon Runyon's mythical New York City. $48.25. More info
• Ekklesia Theatre Presents: Middletown — 7:30 PM at Magenta Theater, Vancouver. Will Eno's funny, haunting journey through one small town and the vast universe inside it. $15. More info
• Phat Cat Swinger — 7:30 PM at Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, Longview. Led by Marco Palos and American Idol runner-up Blake Lewis, this 10-piece band delivers pop-meets-hard-swing. One night only. $35–$55. More info
• "Friday Frolic" Scottish Dance Class — 7:30–9:00 PM at Columbia Dance Center, 1700 Broadway, Vancouver. No partner or special clothing needed. $8 (first class free). More info
• The Shining Night in Downtown Camas — 7:30 PM onward. Start at Drop the Mic Karaoke for a Horror Movie Scream Contest, head to Caps N Taps for a costume contest and spooky trivia, then catch a late-night showing of The Shining at Liberty Theatre at 10:05 PM. Tickets $8.50. More info
• Cinema of Horrors Drive-In Movies — 7:30 PM at Clark County Event Center at the Fairgrounds, Ridgefield. Drive-in horror movies with in-car audio, Hollywood-quality makeup monsters, food, and drinks. Tickets from $78.22. More info
• Starbird Theatre Company: "Leaving Iowa" — 7:30 PM at Sherman Auditorium at Washington State School for the Blind, Vancouver. A heartwarming family comedy about a father-and-son road trip through Iowa. $23–$25. More info

Adults

• Friday Live Music at Pour Choices Pub — 7:30 PM at Pour Choices Pub, 1919 Main Street, Vancouver. Tino takes the stage for a night of live music and good vibes. More info

Saturday, October 24

• Columbia CX Harvest Cross — Cyclocross Race — 8:00 AM at Frenchman's Bar Regional Park. Races for all ages and abilities, including Kiddie Cross on a separate course. Expect grass, dirt, gravel, pavement, and the fan-favorite sand pit. More info
• Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market — 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at Esther Short Park, Vancouver. The flagship market, running year-round since 1990. More info
• Curiosity Kids: Sasquatch Science Team — 9:00–10:00 AM at OMSI, Portland. Kids and families use their five senses to explore the world of Sasquatch. More info
• Stewardship Saturday at Columbia Springs — 9:00 AM–12:00 PM at Columbia Springs, 12208 S.E. Evergreen Highway, Vancouver. Help remove invasive species, maintain trails, and improve the site. Tools and gloves provided. Free. More info
• Halloween Dash Bash 5K — Starting at 9:00 AM at Pacific Community Park, Vancouver. Halloween-themed races on grass and compact trail for youth and adults. More info
• Salmon Creek Trail Park Run — 9:00 AM at Klineline Pond and Salmon Creek Regional Park. Free weekly 5K — walk, jog, or run. All ages, abilities, and dogs welcome. First-timer orientation at 8:50 AM. More info
• Headless Horseman Halloween Train — Departures at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM from Chelatchie Prairie Railroad, 207 N. Railroad Ave., Yacolt. Ride through a 330-foot rock tunnel — and watch for a headless horseman! $18–$24. More info
• Make a Difference Day: Wetland Restoration & Native Planting — 9:00 AM. Volunteer with the Water Center and Clark Public Utilities to plant native trees and shrubs, restoring 3.6 acres of wetlands. More info
• Assisted Bridge: Lesson and Play — 9:15–10:30 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. Free lesson followed by assisted play. More info
• Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Fall Train Rides — 9:30 AM from Yacolt. Ride through the tunnel, across the East Fork of the Lewis River, and visit Yacolt Falls at Moulton Station. $16–$24. More info
• Mason Bees Unwrapped: Cocoon Harvesting Workshop — 9:30 AM. Interactive workshop with WSU Master Gardener Anne Bulger exploring native mason bees and how to support them in your backyard. More info
• Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center — 10:00 AM–3:00 PM, Vancouver. Flight simulators, a vertical wind table, and historic airplanes on display. Free admission, all ages. More info
• The Halloween Ball with Northwest Children's Theater — 10:00 AM (also 12:30 PM and 3:00 PM) at The Judy, Portland. Costume parade, interactive live storytime, dance party, and sing-a-long. Ages 4+. $16. More info
• Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm — 10:00 AM–5:00 PM (last admission 4:00 PM) at Pomeroy Farm, Yacolt. Hayride down Pumpkin Lane, dozens of pumpkin-people scenes, photo ops, farm animals, and kids activities. $6–$8. More info
• Leaf Plates Hand Building Workshop — 10:00–11:30 AM at Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Create autumn leaf-textured plates using real leaves. No experience needed. $55. More info
• Free Shred & E-Recycle Day — 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church, 12513 S.E. Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Hosted by Fort Vancouver Lions Club and FISH Food Pantry. Bring papers to shred and electronics to recycle. Free. More info
• Soil Health & Pasture Liming Demonstration — 10:00 AM–12:00 PM at a rural residence in La Center. See a demonstration of lime application on pastures. Great for rural residents with livestock, gardens, or pastures. Free. More info
• Mushroom Foraging with Mt. St. Helens Institute — 10:00 AM at Pine Creek Information Station. Learn to identify wild edible and inedible mushrooms, then harvest and cook them. More info
• Volunteer Gathering & Orientation for Plas Newydd Farm Programs — 10:00 AM in Ridgefield. Meet current volunteers, learn about opportunities, and tour the house and farm. More info
• Adopt-A-Park Event at LeRoy Haagen — 10:00 AM at LeRoy Haagen Memorial Community Park, Vancouver. Help remove ivy and non-native plants. Tools, gloves, water, and snacks provided. Family-friendly; great for teens. More info
• Nature Days at Columbia Springs — 10:00 AM at Columbia Springs, Vancouver. Free exploration of the natural world with activities and presentations. All are welcome. More info
• Sensory Storytime — 10:30–11:30 AM at Vancouver Community Library. Smaller group with sensory play, visual aids, and freedom of movement for kids ages 3–9. Registration required. Free. More info
• How to Winterize Your Garden for Spring Success — 10:30 AM. Learn tips to protect plants, enrich soil, and care for irrigation systems before winter. In partnership with Fort Vancouver Regional Library. Free. More info
• Baba Yaga (Puppet Show) — 11:00 AM at Magenta Theater, Vancouver. A Slavic folktale featuring a curmudgeonly witch, a hedgehog prince on a noble rooster, and a brave little girl named Marusia. For ages 6–106. Craft-making before and after. $10. More info
• Metropolitan Performing Arts Presents: Brown Bear, Brown Bear — 11:00 AM at Magenta Theater, Vancouver. A 15-minute stage adaptation of the beloved children's book by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle. More info
• All Aboard! Railway Society at Mountain Timber Market — 11:00 AM at Mountain Timber Market, Kalama. Check out a large, one-of-a-kind modular model railroad set up inside the market. Free. More info
• Trick or Treat at Mountain Timber Market — 11:00 AM at Mountain Timber Market, Kalama. Trick-or-treat your way through the market businesses and enter a costume contest at Be the Village Children's Boutique. Free. More info
• Play Bridge (0–150 Points) — 11:00 AM at Vancouver Bridge Club, 6503 E. Mill Plain Blvd. $10. More info
• Free Lunch at East Woods Presbyterian Church — 11:00 AM–1:00 PM. Lunch with Our Neighbors on the fourth Saturday of every month. Free. More info
• Birds of a Feather Art Show — 11:00 AM at Ridgefield Art Gallery, 104 N. Main Ave. Featuring nature photographer Chris Bidleman plus 12 gallery members and guest artist Jamie Regina. Free. More info
• Online Spanish Conversation Class (Levels II & III) — 11:00 AM–12:00 PM via Zoom with Andrea's Spanish School. Practice speaking with a native speaker in a small group — no homework, no tests. $25. More info
• Bat Class at Nature's Haven Nursery — 11:00 AM at Nature's Haven Nursery, 6403 NE 277th Ave, Camas. Learn about Pacific Northwest bats, why they matter, and how to make your yard bat-friendly. Bat houses available for sale. More info
• Barnes & Noble Author Event: Sherri Maret — 12:00 PM at Barnes & Noble, Vancouver. Meet the author of Twelve Days of Autumn and The Cloud Artist and grab a signed copy. Free. More info
• Wildwood at OMSI — 12:00 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
• Small Acreage Stewardship Tour: Riparian Forest Restoration — 1:30–2:30 PM at a rural residence in Brush Prairie. Tour a property highlighting creek reforestation, erosion reduction, and wildlife protection. Free; registration required. More info
• 81st Annual Chrysanthemum Show: Mums Are Our Story — 2:00–5:00 PM (also Sunday 11:00 AM–4:00 PM) at HH Hall Building, 10000 N.E. Seventh Ave., Vancouver. Thirteen chrysanthemum varieties on display with mum experts on hand. Free. More info
• HOPE Dementia Support: Meet Me at Silver Buckle — 2:00–3:00 PM at Silver Buckle Youth Equestrian Center, 11611 N.E. 152nd Ave., Brush Prairie. Gentle moments with calm, friendly horses. Free; registration required. More info
• Monster Mash Stage Show at Vancouver Mall — 2:00–4:00 PM. Meet Frankenstein, Dracula, Wolf Girl, and more. Fun Freeze Dance, costume contest, and Halloween Treat Bag Art Bar. Free. More info
• The Resilient Yard: Battling Climate Change at Home — 4:00 PM. Learn actions you can take in your own suburban yard to reduce your carbon footprint. In partnership with Fort Vancouver Regional Library. Free. More info
• The Rocky Horror Pet Show — 4:30 PM. Halloween fun for dogs (and brave cats!) with nosework games, bobbing for Frankenfurters, a photobooth, and build-your-own trick-or-treat bag. $18–$20. More info
• Soulcem Acoustic Duo at 14 Acres Vineyard & Winery — 5:30–7:30 PM at 14 Acres, 2411 N.E. 244th St., Ridgefield. Wine by the glass and bottle. Free. More info
• Brews and Books at Fortside Brewing — 6:00 PM at Fortside Brewing Company, 2200 N.E. Andresen Road, Suite B, Vancouver. Macabre Mama Books hosts a signing for the novella Blood for Beer Money, plus a spooky book raffle. Free. More info
• VanCity's Saturday Social Dance & Beginners Lesson — 7:00 PM at VanCity Ballroom, 9212 N.E. Highway 99, Hazel Dell. 45-minute lesson followed by social dancing until 10:00 PM. No partner needed. $10. More info
• Pink After Dark — Karaoke for a Cause — 8:30 PM at Pour Choices Pub, 1919 Main Street, Vancouver. A special karaoke night celebrating women and breast cancer survivors. Wear pink, grab the mic, and support a great cause. More info

Monday, October 26

• Camas Library Audiobook Walking Club — 9:30 AM. Bring your audiobook and join fellow listeners for a 60-minute community walk at a new outdoor location, followed by 30 minutes of optional social time. All paces welcome. More info

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