BEST OF VANCOUVER 2017
Vancouver Family Magazine readers recently voted on their favorite local hotspots. Check out the winning businesses! Best Date Night Cinetopia Two locations: 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr. Vancouver, WA 98662 360-448-4100 11700 SE 7th St. Vancouver, WA 98683 360-213-2800 Drawing moviegoers from far beyond its Vancouver origins, Cinetopia has
Wander Woman: Dicovering Historic Kiggins Theatre
The historic Kiggins Theater may not fit Wander Woman’s criteria for being “hidden,” but there is no doubt it’s one of Vancouver’s gems. Built in 1936 and renovated in 2011, the art deco style Kiggins Theatre was put on the
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Young Artists Competition Finalists Compete January 8
Vancouver Symphony Orchestra (VSO) has announced the names of the nine finalists for the 23rd Annual Young Artists Competition. The Live Final round will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, January 8 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Vancouver. 89.9
Homeless Care Kits
You’ve seen people standing at the exit of the Target parking lot, or at a freeway on-ramp. Maybe you’ve seen them downtown, in the park, or walking along the street carrying all their possessions with them. These are members of
The Gift of Time
It’s easy to get caught up in gift buying this time of year. Everywhere we turn we are greeted with ads, sales, discounts and door busters. Festive décor welcomes shoppers, and cinnamon scented pinecones set the mood, somehow loosening the
Wander Woman: Christmas Ships at the Port of Camas
“Everyone get in the car. We’re going to do something fun tonight,” I said. Everyone was already suspicious. It was dark and rainy and more than one member of the family was looking forward to a warm, dry night at
Haul out the Holly! Christmas Lights Dazzle in Clark County
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, all over Clark County! Several Vancouver residents and neighborhoods are rivaling Portland’s famous Peacock Lane for private Christmas light displays that are worth the drive. Daryl Travis and his neighbors have been perfecting
Winter Break Camp Guide 2016
Welcome to our annual winter break camp guide, with fun day camp options for ages 4 through teen! To find the camp guide, pick up a copy of the November 2016 issue at any of these locations, or view the digital
Wander Woman: Pearson Field Education Center
What do you get when you combine historic aircraft, engaging activities and top-notch volunteers who are passionate about planes, aviation and science? You get one of Southwest Washington’s true gems: Pearson Field Education Center. Located just south of Officer’s Row on
Wander Woman: Chelatchie Prairie Railroad
Take a ride back in time on the historic Chelatchie Prairie Railroad. Whether you and your kids are train enthusiasts or just looking for a fun afternoon adventure, Chelatchie Prairie Railroad will be an experience you won’t soon forget. Historical Background In