Ringing in a Family Friendly New Year
Celebrating the New Year was an adults-only evening, until I had kids. Upon becoming a parent, I had no desire to leave my kids at home with a babysitter—if I could get one—so I decided to make New Year's Eve
Wrapping Charity into the Giving Season
The holidays are supposed to be happy, but when it comes to gift giving, it’s easy to become consumed by anxiety and expectation. This pressure is sometimes magnified for families who have many obligations and persuasive little ones with giant
Teaming Up to Make a Difference
Dedicated high school sports teams have the power to set incredible records, beat tough opponents and send crowds of fans to their feet in celebration. Combining commitment, drive and determination, they become a force of influence, collectively and individually. And
Winter Break Camp Guide 2015
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 2015 issue at any of these locations, or view the digital
Think Happy Rally Will Bring 4 Million Smiles and More
October 2 is World Smile Day, the perfect day to begin a 4-week campaign for happiness that will bring 4 million smiles to Portland and Vancouver by the time it's done, and leave someone $1,000 richer. Like vitamin-infused gummy bears,
Cedar Creek Grist Mill: A Gathering Place Since 1876
If you’ve had the chance to visit Yacolt or Amboy in northern Clark County, you might have noticed the charm and gorgeous forest setting of these small towns, each with about 1,500 to 2,000 residents. You probably never would have
NW Getaway: Kah-Nee-Ta Resort & Spa
Our beacon is Mount Hood, our destination is Kah-Nee-Ta Resort and Spa, in central Oregon, just half a gas tank away (100 miles) from Vancouver. My husband, our two daughters and I are headed there for a weekend away—much needed
Fort Vancouver and Other National Parks Welcome 4th Grade Students
New National Program Encourages Families and Classes to Visit National Parks Fort Vancouver National Historic Site invites all 4th grade students to visit the park for free as part of the White House's new Every Kid in a Park program. Starting
Give More 24! Event 2015
Southwest Washington’s second annual day of online giving will launch at midnight on Thursday, September 24. The event, called Give More 24!, invites residents from across Clark, Cowlitz and Skamania Counties to visit www.Give-More-24.org and give collectively—as one community—for 24
Best of Vancouver 2016 – Vote Now!
Got a favorite pizza place? Or a special date night spot? We want to know! Be a part of Vancouver Family Magazine’s 8th annual Best of Vancouver Awards! Vote below for your favorite local hotspots. Then enter your contact information to