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You're invited! Join us for a Forest Walk at Columbia Springs. Have you ever wondered what wildlife call Columbia Springs or what types of native plants you can find along the trails? Find the answers to these questions and more on a guided forest walk! Come along with knowledgeable Columbia Springs staff, or expert volunteer, as they lead you on a walk on one of our trails to discover the magic of our site. Forest walks are great for all ages! Please note that our […]

By now, you've likely heard about the new income tax, created by Senate Bill 6346, which was signed into law by Governor Ferguson this year and creates a 9.9% tax on household wages (and certain other income) exceeding $1 million. An initiative to repeal this tax has qualified for the November ballot, and you may be wondering what that means for you. Washington Policy Center's Budget and Tax Director, Ryan Frost, will be hosting a series of office hours in various cities where he […]

Thursday, August 20 | 6:00–7:00 PM Grant Street Pier at The Waterfront Vancouver Free and open to the public Enjoy an evening of live music along the Columbia River as the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Brass Quintet performs north of the Grant Street Pier. Guests can enjoy the performance from the pier, waterfront promenade, nearby seating areas, or while dining at one of the Waterfront restaurants. This performance is presented in partnership with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and sponsored by the Grant Street Pier businesses, […]

Sara from Hidden House Flowers will bring all of her beautiful flowers for you to play with and make the bouquet of your dreams. Snacks and drinks will be available for purchase and to keep your creativity flowing. Sign up online!

🎵 Musical Bingo is back at Pour Choices Pub! 🎵 Grab your friends and join us Thursday, August 20th at 7:00 PM for a night of great music, laughs, and friendly competition with Juels & Marissa! Test your music knowledge, sing along to your favorite hits, and see if you can shout BINGO! first. Whether you’re a music buff or just looking for a fun night out, this is the place to be. 📍 Pour Choices Pub 1919 Main Street, Vancouver, WA 98660 Come […]

Everyone is invited to this free community concert hosted by The Historic Trust! Our last concert in the 2026 Summer Concert Series features Huckle Buck Highway. This high-energy cover band will have you tapping your feet and singing along to some of your favorite rock and country songs from groups like Kansas, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and The Eagles. Bring your friends, kick back on a Friday night, and relax under the evening sky. Food and beverage will be available for purchase from a variety of […]

You're invited! Join us at Columbia Springs on Saturday, August 22 from 4:30 pm – 8 pm for a one-of-a-kind evening! When: Saturday, August 22nd from 4:30 pm – 8 pm Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683) What: Celebrate at Hooked on Nature, Columbia Springs’ signature annual fundraiser! Enjoy an evening of delicious food, community, and fun, featuring the crowd-favorite Invasive Species Cook-Off, where local chefs transform invasive species into creative, mouthwatering tasting dishes. Sample the entries, vote for your […]

Join our winemaker Ben Stuart for wine education and blind tasting of five different Zinfandel wines from around the world. Sign up at www.dovetailcellars.com/events.

🎶 Two great bands. One great cause. 🎶 Join us at Pour Choices Pub for a special Summer Concert Series Fundraiser featuring Mizar 5 and Three Minutes of Fame on Thursday, August 27th from 6–9 PM! Enjoy an evening of outstanding live music while supporting an amazing local organization. This fundraiser will benefit the Fruit Valley Boys & Girls Club, helping provide opportunities and resources for local youth. Bring your friends, grab a drink, and make a difference—one song at a time! 📍 Pour […]

Thursday, August 27 | 6:00–7:00 PM Grant Street Pier at The Waterfront Vancouver Free and open to the public Enjoy an evening of live music along the Columbia River as the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra String Quartet performs north of the Grant Street Pier. Guests can enjoy the performance from the pier, waterfront promenade, nearby seating areas, or while dining at one of the Waterfront restaurants. This performance is presented in partnership with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra and sponsored by the Grant Street Pier businesses, […]

You're invited!  Join us for a Hatchery Tour at Columbia Springs. Have you ever wondered how old the fish are out in our round ponds, or how the hatchery works? What temperature do you think the springwater is as it comes out of the ground? Find the answers to these questions and more on a tour of our unique historic hatchery! Come along with knowledgeable Columbia Springs staff, or expert volunteer, as they trace the path of spring water through our unique site, and learn about the […]

You're invited! Join us for our quarterly in-person Repair event When: 10:00am – 1:00pm on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Check in ends at 12:30pm. Where: Fourth Plain Community Commons (3101 E 4th Plain Blvd Ste.101, Vancouver, WA 98661) What: Bring your broken household items to be fixed by experienced volunteer fixers – for free! All items must be small enough to be easily carried by one person. We do not repair gas-powered items, hazardous items, vehicles, microwaves, holiday string lights or weapons. Please check […]