Historian Richard Etulain will take a lively and definitive look at Abraham Lincoln and the Oregon Country on Saturday, May 11 for Clark County Historical Museum’s annual fundraiser at Club Green Meadows. The annual fundraising event will feature a full catered dinner, silent auction, “paddle raise,” and be sure to get your copy of Etulain’s […]
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An evening with Amy
Touring acoustic artist AMITABHAN (Ami) will be joining with the Abundant Life Center to celebrate their 20th anniversary by sharing an evening of acoustic music from 6-8 p.m. May 3 at Tiger Lily Restaurant and Bar, 1109 Washington Street, Vancouver. Ami is an award-winning songwriter who travels extensively through the United States and into Canada. […]
Elizabeth Ganji: At a Crossroads
Elizabeth Ganji’s show “At A Crossroads” shows through May 25at Art on the Boulevard, 210 W. Evergreen Blvd. Suite 300 in Vancouver. Elizabeth Ganji’s latest solo show of oil and pastel paintings represents a year of daily painting. With the profusion of change and events a year can bring, each of these paintings has emerged […]
Call to all artists
SOCIETY OF WASHINGTON ARTISTS ANNUAL SPRING SHOW and SALE Call to Artists: Open to all living artists aged 18 years and older. Artwork will be non-juried into the show; most mediums and disciplines will be represented. Artists may submit 1-3 pieces of art. Complete Show Prospectus and instructions available at Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/SocietyOfWashingtonArtists. Artwork Submission: […]
Parade of Bands set for May 18
The Hazel Dell / Salmon Creek Business Association’s 49th Annual Parade of Bands takes place at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, May 18. Celebrate the theme of “Super Hero’s!” by dressing as your favorite super hero. Grand Marshal is Jim Sork, PHD retired Vancouver School District educator and administrator. Registration forms for this year’s parade are available […]
Public transit greatly reduces our carbon footprint
EarthTalk® E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: It might seem obvious, but what would be the primary benefits of public transit as an alternative to the private automobile if our country were to make a major commitment to it? — James Millerton, Armstrong, PA The benefits of making a major commitment to building […]
Spring exhibit celebrates season
Images and memorabilia of spring and spring holidays are on exhibit now through June at the Burrows House Museum of the Lincoln County Historical Society. Hats, shoes, postcards, and photos of spring highlight the display. The postcards feature spring images of rabbits, eggs, and birds. “It might be raining outside, but this display will brighten […]
Project to restore salmon runs
(Portland, OR) –Work will begin in summer 2013 to restore Portland Parks & Recreation’s Westmoreland Park’s wetland area and Crystal Springs Creek. Thousands of plantings, including 389 native trees, are planned for the park. Additionally, boardwalks and overlooks, seating, paths, lighting, and picnic areas will be included as detailed in the 2004 Westmoreland Park Master […]
Mt. Bachelor extends schedule through May 12
New this spring, Mt. Bachelor will offer 3,600 acres and 360 degree access off the Summit by extending the schedule for the Northwest Express lift, operating an additional four weeks through May 12(conditions permitting). The Mt. Bachelor Springtacular Season is jam-packed with events such as the Gerry Lopez Big Wave Challenge, Deschutes Brewery Concert Series, […]
Where are the greenest American cities?
EarthTalk® E – The Environmental Magazine Dear EarthTalk: Which are the greenest American cities, and why? — D. Hansen, Wichita, KS Which American city is the greenest depends on who you ask. Every year dozens of publications and websites release their own assessments of which cities have the most environmentally conscious citizenry, the highest percentage […]