Rocksolid Community Teen Center invites all teens in the 5th-12th grade to attend “Teen Takeover”, a fun event to be held Friday, April 28th at the Battle Ground Community Center from 7:00-10:00PM.
For only a $5.00 entry fee teens will be treated with numerous activities to make this “takeover” a ton of fun.
Are you ready to grow more than just weeds? A great way to add some color to your yard and get your garden off to a strong start is to buy already established plants.
Spring cleaning is not just for your garage and closets. It is a great time of the year to clean out your medicine cabinet and get rid of items that have expired or are no longer needed.
Parks play an important role in our community. They are places that we can go to connect with nature, play with friends or family and gather for special events as a community. Often these parks are free to use by those living in or visiting the area. On April 22nd come out to help clean up local parks to show your appreciation and celebrate Earth Day!
Put on your boots, grab your hat and enjoy an evening filled with great music, great food and great friends, all while supporting the Battle Ground Veterans Memorial fund.
We all know we have items that need to be recycled lurking in the garage or shed.
Why not take advantage the Recycle Days for Spring 2017 through out Clark County and get a jump start on spring cleaning. Take a look at the schedule below to find the closest one near you.
On March 20th check out the Southwest Washington Education Job Fair held at Educational Service District 112 (2500 NE 65th Avenue – Vancouver). This is an amazing opportunity for those interested in starting or growing a career in education.
While it might still be winter, landowners can begin making plans to beautify their yards and help wildlife this spring – and beyond – by planting tree and shrub seedlings now. You can find a wide variety, and great prices, at the Seedling Sale taking place on Saturday, March 25, 2017.
Students from Battle Ground Public Schools are gearing up to bring their creative culinary talents to the Sodexo’s 2017 Future Chefs Challenge on March 22nd at Prairie High School.
On Thursday, March 16 at 10 am come and be present as the city commemorates the beginning of construction for the $5.6 million South Parkway Improvement Project with a ceremonial groundbreaking held at Starting Grounds Church (203 South Parkway).
On Saturday March 4th, 2017, the community will be given the opportunity to experience Native American social dancing, drumming, singing, cultural performances, native arts.
This event at Heritage High School (7825 NE 130th Avenue, Vancouver), from 12:00 PM to 10:00 PM, is free and open to the public.
Chief Umtuch Middle School will host the 2017 Southwest Washington Math Challenge on Saturday, February 25, 2017. The annual competition features both individual and team events for students in 5th through 8th grade. Parents and community spectators are welcome to watch.
On February 23rd, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, Battle Ground High School (300 W. Main St.) will host the Battle Ground Public School’s 2017 Industry Fair. This is an excellent opportunity for businesses to educate the community about career opportunities in Southwest Washington and this is a must attend for students and community members to learn about career paths by talking with local employers about the jobs available at their companies.
Did you know that you can honor and recognize a U.S. veteran (living or deceased) at the Battle Ground Veterans Memorial? Personalized bricks are engraved and installed on an annual basis. If purchased by March 1st, 2017 bricks will be engraved and installed at the memorial in time for Memorial Day this year.
This Valentine’s Weekend, February 11th and 12th, come discover Portland and Vancouver WA’s “other” wine region during the Southwest Washington Winery Association’s Wine and Chocolate Pairing. This weekend of rich and delicious treats is sponsored by Southwest Washington Winery Association
Battle Ground High School Drama Club is set to perform “Almost, Maine” beginning February 2, 2017. Director Stephan “Cash” Henry describes it as “a beautiful play made up of short vignettes all about different aspects of love.” The play takes place during one day in a little town in Maine called Almost. The stories are heartfelt and honest in their content and are intertwined in some way.
Get 2017 off to a running start, literally, at the Resolution Run and Polar Bear Slide on Sunday, January 8, 2017, in Battle Ground next to Mill Creek Pub. Runners and walkers are welcome and can choose either a 10K or a 5K; there’s even a 1K Cub Run, so you can bring the whole family.
Battle Ground’s 27th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting and Celebration in the Spirit of Giving will be held on Friday, December 2nd, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at the Battle Ground Community Center, located at 912 E. Main Street in the historic Old Town district of Battle Ground.
This traditional community celebration begins outdoors with caroling led by the Battle Ground High School Jazz Choir. Santa and Mrs. Claus are scheduled to arrive about 5:45 PM via Fire District 3 Engine to greet all the children and light the tree.
The City of Battle Ground will commemorate Veterans Day with a ceremony held at the Battle Ground Community Center on Friday, November 11, 2016, at 11:00 am. Please note that this is a change of venue; the ceremony was originally scheduled to take place at the Battle Ground Veterans Memorial but has changed due to predicted weather conditions. The Battle Ground Community Center is located at 912 East Main Street in Battle Ground.
As you may have heard over the last few days, the Sheriff’s office is looking at a proposed cut of $2.67 million in its budget for 2017-2018. Some possible outcomes may be the complete closure of the Central Precinct, suspending expansion of the jail re-entry program, canceling the reserve deputy and citizen academies over the next two years, and cutting other services. Sheriff Atkins’ will hold three town hall meetings to discuss the sheriff’s budget in light of significant proposed cuts. Please come and let your voice be heard!
Come join in the excitement of the grape harvest with this festival celebrating the 2016 vintage on Saturday, September 24, 2016 from noon to 6:00 pm, followed by live music from 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
The Battle Ground Community Library has an excellent exhibit going on for the next several weeks in the Meyer Community Room. It’s all about the circumstances surrounding Battle Ground’s naming and sponsored by the Friends of the Battle Ground Community Library.
During all of September and October, the Friends are providing some details to help answer the many questions about the ‘battle that never occurred’ and other related topics such as ‘what was it like here in 1855?’ All this is happening through an exhibit of historical photos and story boards. It also delves into the story recognizing the lead figures of the ‘confrontation’ and how two schools in the Battle Ground School District have the distinction of being named Chief Umtuch and Captain Strong. It’s an exhibit all ages will find of interest.
Combining two popular events in a single day (a Half marathon and Wine Tasting) it’s the 6th Annual North County …
Come celebrate sunshine, music and happiness in bloom at the 7th Annual Sunflower Festival and Music Jam at Heisen House Vineyards on Saturday, August 27, 2016.
