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]

Memorial Day Blood Drive

Did you know one pint of donated blood can save up to three lives?

Join the American Red Cross at the Historic Red Cross Building (E. B. Hamilton Hall) for their first Memorial Day blood drive. They’re even passing out free Krispy Kreme coffee and donut coupons to donors!

Honor the memory of fallen service members by donating blood this Monday, May 30, from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Historic Red Cross Building (605 Barnes Street, Vancouver, Wash.).

Schedule an appointment with or find … [Continue reading this Article]

Video: Vancouver Festival of Trees and Vancouver Rotary

We had the chance to visit with Katlin Smith, of the Urban Words Group, and a volunteer with the Vancouver Rotary Foundation, who is heading up the marketing around the Vancouver Festival of Trees down at Pearson Air Museum. Katlin talked about the Trees, the worthwhile work the Vancouver Rotary does for the community and gave some details about some of the fun activities surrounding the event.  Enjoy.

And if you haven’t already seen them, we have a batch of pictures from the … [Continue reading this Article]

How to Get and Stay Healthy in Clark County

Good Health Naturally.

STRESS! We all feel it, and believe it or not, we all need it…to a certain degree. Stress can make us more productive, to a certain point. After that point, which differs for each of us, things can deteriorate quickly! “It’s much like the stress or tension on a violin string. Not enough produces a dull raspy sound and too much an irritating screech or snaps the string – but just the correct degree of stress creates a beautiful tone.”

Good Health … [Continue reading this Article]

Clark County Shredding for Food

It’s International Credit Union Day!

Okay, I have to admit, I did not know there was an “International Credit Union Day”, or most of the other obscure Holidays I came across when looking it up (like “Moldy Cheese Day“).

But there is, and to celebrate International Credit Union Day, the SW Chapter of Credit Unions has teamed up with our Clark County Food Bank Coalition to host a non-perishable food drive going on now through Saturday, October 23 (which is also “Make … [Continue reading this Article]

I’m Dreaming of a Green Christmas…

Vancouver Green Drinks Holiday Gift Event.

The “Check ‘Em Off, Green” Holiday Gift Event will take place Saturday, November 13, at the Marshall Center (1009 E McLoughlin Blvd) between 12 and 5 pm. This is shaping up to be a truly unique event that will be a one-stop shop for all holiday gift needs for the green-minded consumer.

There will be over 30 local artists ready to dazzle you with their creativity and are bringing consumers experiences and gifts that are local, recycled, reused, hand-made, … [Continue reading this Article]

It’s Good for the Sole

Share Vancouver Annual Sock Drive.

With the cold, wet, Pacific Northwest winter just around the corner, Share Vancouver is holding its Third Annual “Operation Sole Mates” Sock Drive during the month of October. “Socks are one of the least donated, yet most needed items,” said Diane McWithey, Executive Director of Share, adding, “They are a ‘renewable need’ that is constant for our clients, year-’round.”

Clean socks are a staple of health care. Rain-soaked feet, ill-fitting shoes, constant standing and disease all take their toll on … [Continue reading this Article]

Firehouse Glass Studio and Gallery in Vancouver

Clark County’s Center for Glass Art.

No, you don’t have to take a trip to the Coast to see glass blowing demonstrations, just check out Firehouse Glass right here in our very own downtown Vancouver, WA (518 Main Street).

“Rebecca Seymour and Greg Lueck created the Firehouse Glass Gallery to support their mission: “To provide an environment for furthering the community’s exposure to and education in glass art, and to provide a collaborative forum for artists working in the glass medium.” The spectacular gallery provides … [Continue reading this Article]

Big Mike’s Shake Shack in Hazel Dell

Shake Up Your Life.

Big Mike’s Shake Shack in Hazel Dell isn’t just about great tasting smoothies, or losing weight. They are all about being healthy, and staying that way. For a lot of us, that means dropping a few pounds, along with better nutrition, and so they are having a Biggest Loser Individual Weight Loss Challenge starting this Saturday, September 18, or Wednesday, September 22 at 6 pm

Here’s the scoop: It’s a $40 entry fee, which includes a private appointment with a Wellness … [Continue reading this Article]

Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair 2010

“If You Want Peace, Work for Justice”-Pope Paul VI

The 7th Annual Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair is this Saturday, September 11, 2009 at Esther Short Park from 9 am to 5 pm. The fair is a project of Vancouver for Peace.

“The 7th annual Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair will showcase the hardwork and creative spirit of individuals, social justice groups, peace organizations, faith communities, performers, artists, businesses, and environmental activists who are making the world a better place.” Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair… [Continue reading this Article]

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