Good morning, Vancouver.

Furry Friends — a non-profit in Washington — cared for abandoned kittens with Marketing Director Diane Stevens and Foster Program Manager Kate Goudschall sharing their mission on September 5.

They explained how local support is needed to rescue and care for the vulnerable animals.

Evergreen Public Schools support staff strike has led to 22,000 students missing school for 10 days as the school board filed an injunction for alleged harm to students' education.

Negotiations will resume at 9 a.m. today while a union of 1,400 employees continues striking for better wages and working conditions—Evergreen remains in a state of dispute.

The Washington State Department of Health issued a standing order on Friday that lets everyone aged 6 months and older, including pregnant people, get a COVID vaccine at pharmacies or clinics without a prescription — officials say the measure follows guidance from national health groups and eases access to vaccination.

Vancouver Farmers Market

10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Vancouver Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore a vibrant marketplace filled with local products and community spirit.

Wood Sign Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65.00 – $75.00 — Create your custom wood sign with endless design possibilities.

Medicare Workshop at Vancouver Clinic

10 AM – 12 PM — Vancouver Clinic | Evergreen Place — Free entry — Learn about Medicare options, eligibility, and benefits in a community workshop.

Weekly Networking Group

9-10:15 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Build relationships and engage in roundtable discussions with local professionals.

Family Plant Party: Create Your Own Succulent Terrarium

6-8 p.m. — Best Western Premier Hotel at Fisher's Landing — Cost varies — Get creative with family and friends while crafting a beautiful succulent terrarium in a lively setting.

Second Saturday Volunteering at E. Jane Weber Arboretum

4-5 p.m. — E. Jane Weber Arboretum — Free — Lend a hand in preserving a local treasure while enjoying the beauty of the Columbia River.

Wood Sign Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Artful Adventures — $65.00 – $85.00 — Create your own custom wood sign with endless design options and colors.

Startup Conversations with Richard Phamdo

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Vancouver Innovation Center — Free entry — Gain insights from local founders and network with emerging startups in the region.

Hatchery Tour at Columbia Springs

3-4 p.m. — Columbia Springs — Free entry — Discover the inner workings of the Vancouver Trout Hatchery and learn about fish aging in the ponds.

Miniatures Hobby Night

5-8 p.m. — Mindtaker Miniatures — Free entry — Dive into a world of miniatures and gaming with fellow enthusiasts at Mindtaker Miniatures.