Clark County Holiday Bazaars 2011

Support Your Local Communities.

Clark County has many talented artists, crafters, photographers and cooks; and many of them are showcasing their talents and treasures at local Holiday Bazaars. We’ve put together a list of some local bazaars and unique shopping opportunities around Clark County and also included them on our Calendar page for ease in finding one that is convenient for you. Update: Please note that not all of the events are free admission. We have complied the information to the best of our ability, … [Continue reading this Article]

Battle Ground Wine Loop

Because Good Things Come in Threes!

Are you in the loop?

The second Saturday of the month is the Battle Ground Wine Loop. Visit Rusty Grape Vineyards, Heisen House Vineyards, and Olequa Cellars between noon and 5 pm for free wine tasting and other fun activities.

Heisen House Vineyards is located at 28005 NE 172nd Avenue in Battle Ground. Over five years in the making, they opened Memorial Day 2010 and are a National and State Historic Site. Visit them online, or call 360-713-2359 … [Continue reading this Article]

Battle Ground Village Outdoor Market

“Saturday’s Just Got Better!

At the intersection of life and art, creativity and commerce, Battle Ground Village is pleased to announce the Battle Ground Village Outdoor Market. This market offers a fresh-air alternative to conventional art shows, allowing visitors to enjoy the beautiful summer days the Pacific Northwest is known for. Side by side, established craftsmen and women, bakers, farmers, entertainers, undiscovered talents and innovative artists can display their work in an open-air lifestyle shopping center known as Battle Ground Village.

This outdoor market is … [Continue reading this Article]

Signs of Spring Showing Up in Clark County

Little League Sign Ups Going on Now!

While we may, or may not, have six more weeks of winter (Groundhog Day isn’t until Wednesday, February 2); it’s a sure sign of coming Spring when Little Leagues across  Clark County are holding their registrations for the beginning of Little League Baseball, and Softball, Season!

Clark County is home to many different Leagues in either Washington State District 6, or Washington State District 4. Most leagues have their open sign ups in January and early … [Continue reading this Article]

Lithuania Comes to Battle Ground

Battle Ground Library Hosts Travelogue Event.

Join Vancouver residents Gary Kokstis and Katlin Smith as they share their three week journey to Lithuania to reunite their family on Tuesday, January 18, 2011 at the Battle Ground Community Library at 4 pm.

In Search of Family: A Journey to Lithuania. In 1909, Gary Kokstis’ grandfather immigrated from Lithuania to the US. None of his family returned to Lithuania until 2010 when Vancouver resident Gary and his wife, Katlin Smith, located Gary’s long-lost relatives, who didn’t … [Continue reading this Article]

Battle Ground Hosts Washington State Attorney General

Rob McKenna Guest Speaker at Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce January Meeting.

On Thursday, January 6th, State Attorney General Rob McKenna will be visiting the City of Battle Ground for a tour of the City led by Mayor Michael Ciraulo.

Mayor Ciraulo stated, “We are honored that Mr. McKenna will be touring and speaking in the City of Battle Ground.  The priorities of the Attorney General’s Office – consumer protection, government accountability and community safety – clearly serve the citizens of Battle Ground.”

Following the … [Continue reading this Article]

Battle Ground Band, Enation, Featured on General Hospital

Is It Just “Lucky”?

The band Enation, from right here in Clark County, will have their song “Eyes of Grace” featured on General Hospital ( 2pm, on ABC) on Tuesday, November 16. Enation’s lead singer, Jonathon Jackson, plays ‘Lucky Spencer’ (Luke and Laura’s son) and has won 3 Emmy’s! The song will be featured as part of a musical montage and will expose Jackson’s musical abilities to the millions of fans who already know him as an actor.

But “General Hospital” isn’t the … [Continue reading this Article]

The Ever Popular Annual Ladybug Bazaar

Supporting Clark County Since 1967.

The Annual Ladybug Bazaar is always held the first Saturday in November (so that makes it November 6, 2010 this year) and will take place in both gyms at Battle Ground High School (151 tables!) between 9 am and 4 pm. There is no admission fee, but a canned or packaged food donation for the North County Community Food Bank would be awesome! (and they will accept cash, too )

The bazaar is hosted by the GFWC-Battle Ground, Wa. … [Continue reading this Article]

North Clark County Most Wanted List

Fight Hunger. Feed Hope.

“No individual raindrop ever considers itself responsible for the flood.” ~John Ruskin (1819-1900).

You CAN make a difference! The North County Food Bank is having a food drive going on now until December 31; whether it’s one can, or a whole case, you can help make a difference to the hungry in Clark County!

Gateway Medical (2621 NE 134th Street, Vancouver) and the Holiday Inn Express in Salmon Creek (13101 NE 27h Ave) are currently collecting food donations through December 31 … [Continue reading this Article]

Do You Remember Your First Crush?

Time for the Annual StompFest at Rusty Grape.

While the days of the grape stomp for wine making purposes is long gone, the day for the grape stomp for fun and prizes is just around the corner (and up the hill ) at the Rusty Grape Vineyard in Battle Ground on Saturday, September 25, 2010.

This event is from 12 to 8 pm, is free, and everyone is invited. There will be live music throughout the day with Kirby Swatosh, Robert and Jessica, and Carrie … [Continue reading this Article]

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