Good morning, Vancouver.

On Saturday, May 16, the Hazel Dell Parade of Bands will mark its 60th year in Vancouver with 120 entries including 25 marching bands along Hazel Dell Avenue.

Twelve retired band directors will serve as Grand Marshals as the community gathers for this free, family-friendly event — registration is open.

Thirty-six high school baseball teams, including two state champs, are competing in free tournaments starting today in Vancouver, Camas, and Ridgefield — an eight team tournament runs at Ridgefield Outdoor Recreation Complex through Saturday while four team brackets begin Friday at local high schools.

2026 Pacific Northwest Ground Water Exposition

March 20-21 — Hilton Vancouver Washington — Cost info not specified — Network with groundwater professionals while gaining practical insights and CE credits.

Paint Pour Workshop

4-5 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65 — Experience the latest art trend and create unique abstract pieces.

Soy Candle Making Workshop

4:30-6 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65 — Immerse yourself in a sensory journey and craft your own soy candle.

Mosaic Art Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Artful Adventures — Pricing details not provided — Create your own unique tiled art with glass tiles on a wooden base.

Forever Young Hikers Orientation Program

9 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Luepke Senior Center and Marshall Center — Non-refundable fee — Mandatory orientation to join guided hikes for adults 50 and better.

Unlock Your Business Potential with TEAM Referral Network

9:15-10:45 a.m. — HAPO Community Credit Union — Free to attend — Discover unique networking opportunities with local entrepreneurs for business growth.

Tween & Teen Tabletop Role-Playing Game Adventure

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Cascade Park Community Library — Free — Dive into an interactive storytelling adventure with Dungeons & Dragons for ages 9-19.

Vancouver Chapter Meeting

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Firstenburg Community Center — Free lunch — Network with local providers while learning about compliance in Adult Family Homes.

Wood Sign Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65.00 – $85.00 — Create your own personalized wood sign with endless design options.

Soy Candle Making Workshop

4:30-6 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65 — Immerse yourself in a sensory journey and craft your own soy candle.