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October ‘17

FEATURE ARTICLES

The Power of Positive Coaching Building well-rounded kids through sports

Essential Elements, Part 2 The health effects of Vitamin D deficiency and replacement

Natural vs Traditional Medicine: Yin and Yang Exploring alternative healthcare options

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Editor’s Notes

The New Domesticity Food! Glorious food!

Wander Woman Going back in time on a Fort Vancouver Lantern Tour

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EDITOR'S NOTES

An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure Most of us need a pound of cure. Aches

and pains, mental illness, allergies, chronic

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affected by our internal and external environments. But while we can’t prevent all disease, we can invest an ounce of prevention to provide the best chance of living a full and long life. Even

when the effects aren’t what we’d planned—when the marathon

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Learn more in this issue about healthy living and investing an ounce of disease prevention on pages 18 and 22.

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THE NEW DOMESTICITY

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It was the stack of cheese that first caught my eye. I was delivering a

meal to a friend who had just had a baby. Her cherub was sleeping soundly, and my friend was catching up on her latest read. She set aside “The Pickwick Papers,” popped a slice of cheese in her mouth and explained with a grin, “Dickens always makes me hungry.” We laughed as I unwrapped a freshly baked loaf of bread. The loaf itself seemed to pair well with the Dickens atmosphere, and I could envision Oliver Twist begging a crust or two. Since that encounter of long ago, I’ve continued to observe how literature often prompts one to seek a “little smackerel of something,” as Winnie the Pooh would say. And as I’ve grown to know and love a variety of books throughout my kids’ childhood, sometimes the reverse is also true: a certain food will remind me of a book. This past summer, I took my daughter and niece blueberry picking. The “kerplunk” of the berries in the bucket immediately brought to mind Robert McCloskey’s picture book, “Blueberries for Sal.” The tangy coolness of October and the bountiful fall harvest often invite us to seek homey culinary pursuits. (Raise your hand if your Pinterest boards are bursting with pumpkin bars and apple crisps.) My mom often recalls an idyllic autumn scene from our past when I was a toddler and the apples were beckoning. She plopped me into her backpack carrier, stepped into our backyard, gathered a basketful of apples, and promptly whipped up an apple pie. With a family affinity for “Little House on the Prairie,” she reminisces, “I felt just like Caroline Ingalls!” What better way to both celebrate fall feasts and continue the natural thirst for learning that accompanies this time of year, than to enjoy some old-fashioned, literature-inspired foods? Here are just a few book titles, suggested according to approximate age range, to get your family started. In no time, you’ll have your own mouth-watering booklist.

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“Betty Bear’s Birthday,” by Gyo Fujikawa, is a delightful board book I’ve enjoyed since my childhood. The final page illustrates a scrumptious birthday picnic which will be sure to inspire your little ones. Richard Scarry’s rollicking “Funniest Storybook Ever” includes everything from talking bread to exploding fudge.

Pre-School

“Panda Cake,” by Rosalie Seidler, reminds me of my son’s 5th birthday. Always somewhat unconventional, he requested a “panda cake” for dessert. Alas, a panda cake is not a sheet cake bearing the image of a panda. No, “A panda cake is a special cake, it’s not like any you’ve eaten. It has apples and roots and bamboo shoots, and clover honey for topping.” Needless to say, I had to get a bit creative that year. If you prefer simplicity, “Frog and Toad Together” by Arnold Lobel will merely have your kids hankering for chocolate chip cookies.

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Frances the badger is a picky eater. But as picky as she is, “Bread and Jam for Frances” by Russell and Lillian Hoban will make your mouth water. Speaking of cute critters and sumptuous spreads, “Brambly Hedge” by Jill Barklem is always a treat.

Early Elementary

I must re-mention “Winnie the Pooh,” because, as we all know, this “bear of little brain” actually has a pretty wise noggin: he knows his food. Your little ones may enjoy a drizzle of honey or dollop of marmalade on a warm, fluffy homemade buttermilk biscuit as you read these classic episodes by A.A. Milne. Your young readers will also enjoy the adventures of “Milly-MollyMandy” by Joyce Lankester Brisley and just might request apples and cocoa for their next afternoon snack.

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Middle Elementary

“Farmer Boy” by Laura Ingalls Wilder is notorious for making readers hungry. I’m convinced I gain weight just reading about the spread Almanzo’s mother sets before her hard-working farm family (who no doubt needed the calories). Actually, any book by Laura Ingalls Wilder is sure to promote culinary endeavors.

on Beatrix Potter’s “roly-poly pudding” as described in “The Tale of Samuel Whiskers” (minus the cat!), or even a rice pudding a la Janette Sebring Lowrey’s “The Poky Little Puppy,” your children’s minds and tummies will be quite satisfied.

“Heidi” by Johanna Spyri, is one of my favorite children’s novels. While it doesn’t describe a wide variety of foods, it certainly emphasizes the wholesome lifestyle of simple, natural foods (fresh goat’s milk and melted cheese on crisp, fire-toasted bread for the Alpine miss) and lots of fresh air and exercise.

Julianna Lawson and her husband Jamie make their home in Vancouver with their four children, ages 12 to 19. Julianna’s steady diet of British literature often leads to a steady diet of tea and scones. Her daughters, 12 and 16, obligingly follow suit.

Upper Grades

“Anne of Green Gables” by Lucy Maud Montgomery will surely have you thirsting for raspberry cordial. “Little Women” by Louisa May Alcott and “Heaven to Betsy” by Maud Hart Lovelace have prompted many cozy family dinners. Adventure readers will enjoy the culinarily gifted animals in the “Redwall” series by Brian Jacques; and, of course, Tolkein’s “The Hobbit” will likely increase your family’s meal schedule to include the ever-vital “second breakfast.” Whether your fall “feast” is a simple popcorn snack accompanying Frank Asch’s very Octobery book, “Popcorn,” or a creative take Vancouver Family Magazine • www.vancouverfamilymagazine.com • October 2017

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EXPLORING HIDDEN GEMS oF SOUTHWEST WASHINGTON By Afton Nelson

Going Back in Time on a Fort Vancouver Lantern Tour Photo by Afton Nelson

Who needs a time machine when Fort Vancouver can transport you back to February 1846 with nothing more than a candle lantern and some fantastic volunteers in costume? The rain stopped one cool, February evening just long enough for me, my 12-year-old son, Isaac, and his 13-year-old friend, Thomas, to join Fort Vancouver’s very popular lantern tour. We arrived fifteen minutes prior to the tour and were taken from the electric light of the front office, virtually back in time to the candle lit bake house to await the tour.

Our lantern tour allowed us to peek in on costumed reenactors in various buildings to see how they were preparing for the play. The wood shop had men working on theater props instead of making repairs to chairs or other items. The kitchen housed busy cooks and servers hardly able to work for the excitement, and in the McLoughlin House, young ladies entertained one actress, recently arrived from Oregon City, who would be performing in the play.

To set the scene, a costumed volunteer explained that in February of 1846, feelings between the American settlers and the British settlers at Hudson’s Bay Company were starting to get a bit prickly. The British had claimed all the land north of the Columbia River. The Americans, on the other hand, were interested in the land south of the river . . . but also the land to the north.

As we made our way by candlelight from building to building, it was easy to feel transported back in time. That is, until a giant 747 boomed through the sky en route to Portland International Airport. However, returning my focus to the costumed volunteers reignited the magic.

Instead of fighting it out, the British sought to ease tensions by hosting plays aboard the H.M.S. Modeste anchored in the Columbia River as a way for Americans and British to come together at special events. Just let that sink in for a moment; art, in place of attack.

The tour lasts two hours and is perfect for kids who can walk, stand and quietly observe for that length of time, although there is time for questions and interaction with the volunteers at each stop. Fort Vancouver recommends the tour for kids 10 and up but concedes that younger kids may also be up for it. My favorite building on the tour was the Fur Store. Piles of animal furs caused my modern-day morals to play ping pong with my appreciation for history. In the end, I was in awe of the ins and outs of the fur trade, including the trapping, tanning, and bundling for market. There were plenty of hands-on items to check out too, like furs, ledgers, a horse drawn cart, and a beaver hat. The boys, however, were smitten with the blacksmith’s shop. And when I say smitten, I mean that Thomas approached the blacksmith afterwards and listened intently for no less than ten minutes as he described how the life of a modern-day blacksmith was more than just volunteering for historical reenactments.

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“It’s so cool that he could make stuff out of metal,” Thomas said. He was lucky to walk away with the tiny little axe head the blacksmith made as part of his demonstration. “It was also really warm in the blacksmith shop with the fire,” Isaac added. “It was nice to come in there from the cold outside.” “It’s really fun to hold the lanterns and walk around in the dark,” Thomas said. “Just be careful not to touch the top of the lantern because it gets kind of hot,” Isaac warned. We ended our tour back in the Bakehouse with hot cider to sip and lots of costumed reenactors to speak with. “I would definitely recommend kids coming on this tour,” Thomas said. “Everything is fun to see, and you feel like you’re back in the old days.” Isaac agreed. “It makes you feel like you are really a part of history.”

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Feature: The Power of Positive Coaching

The Power of Positive Coaching By Brooke Strickland

Whether it’s trying to fit in with the right group at school, striving to get noticed by a college scout, or simply learning how to navigate the changing world of technology, today’s youth—especially athletes— are being pulled in a variety of different directions. For this reason, setting a tone of positivity and encouragement from coaches to players both on and off the court and field is incredibly important. Positive coaching methods have proven to engage players, provide them with tools to cope, and help them deepen their commitment to their specific sport as well as to their overall values. Enter Positive Coaching Alliance. Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) is a national non-profit organization that helps provide kids with positive sports experiences through resources and partnerships with parents, government officials, community leaders, and coaches. Their goal is not only to create

better athletes, but to help create better people who are equipped with important life skills and the ability to ignite change in their peer circle, community and beyond. The organization does this by providing audio-video and printable tips and tools to athletes and coaches, in addition to delivering live group workshops, online courses, and books.

shares, “Bottom line, we want to create a culture where kids love to play the game. They look forward to practices and games as times they will have fun. The joy they find in playing will last a lifetime. We continue to pilot and innovate to find ways to encourage administrators, coaches, parents, and athletes to strive to win and strive to teach life lessons.”

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Dudley goes on to explain that the organization is working to combat one of the broken messages that youth sports culture has historically communicated: that children are commodities that can be traded as free agents from one sports club to the next, just to get more playing time. He says he hears many stories of athletes who are going from club to club because they are trying to get more playing time in order to reach the collegiate level. Many athletes think they must play more to get college sports scholarships, which isn’t always realistic. But when young athletes are

Young adults are not only learning a sport, but they are learning how to build character, too. PCA has grown to 17 chapters since its inception in 1998; and last year, they were able to impact more than 3.3 million youth. The Portland chapter has served Oregon and Southwest Washington for the last two years, and they work directly with the Southwest Washington Youth Soccer Association, Portland Timbers, Portland Trail Blazers, and the Hillsboro Hops. Benjamin Dudley, executive director of Positive Coaching Alliance in Portland

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“I talked a lot about ethical behavior and sportsmanship and how good sportsmanship will directly relate to the rest of their lives when it comes to family, careers, and hardships in life.” –Trish Brittenham 14

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being moved around repeatedly to find the next “best” team, they simply get overwhelmed and the game ceases to be enjoyable. PCA is looking to fight this message of negativity by helping young adults reach their full potential, while also teaching them that both wins and losses are part of growing as a player. Dudley says, “I truly believe that we can change the culture of youth sports. I believe in the future it will be normal to go to a sporting event and people in the stands are happy and enjoying cheering for their team instead of screaming and yelling at officials, players, and coaches. I believe participation numbers will increase as a result of more coaches and parents understanding what their role is in developing better athletes and better people.”

THE IMPACT: Positive coaching can have a long-lasting impact on a young person, and both parents and coaches are taking note. John Columbo has been a coach in the Clark County area for many years, coaching youth girls’ soccer and softball teams, Special Olympics softball teams, as well as adult men’s competitive fast pitch and slow pitch and co-ed softball. He reiterates the importance of teaching athletes not just a love for the game, but important life skills, too. When asked why he wanted to be a coach, he says, “I wanted to help kids learn, improve, and enjoy their sports to the fullest. When I thought ‘winning at all costs’ was the lesson being taught, I wanted

that to change. I wanted the kids to be competitive, but more importantly, to learn life lessons like team work, sportsmanship, discipline, healthier diets, and how to build their self-esteem.” Columbo explains that some of his most rewarding experiences as a coach have been working with special needs youth. “Coaching, mentoring, and being a friend/mentor to this wonderful group, can bring such joy, build such character and self-esteem in them, and alter lives,” he says. Trish Brittenham, mother of two and lifelong resident of Clark County, grew up playing sports and experienced personally the effects of having a coach that was a positive role model for her. As an adult, she coached high school softball for seven years and high school basketball for two years. She says, “Besides loving both sports, my reasoning for becoming a coach is actually very personal. One of my coaches in high school was someone who had the biggest positive effect in my adolescent life and has directly lead to the person I am today.” She took the tools that she learned from that coach into her own life and into the lives of the students she worked with. “I talked a lot about ethical behavior and sportsmanship and how good sportsmanship will directly relate to the rest of their lives when it comes to family, careers, and hardships in life,” says Brittenham.

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PCA recognizes that these tools are valuable in giving athletes not only a great sports experience, but also in helping build well-rounded individuals who are ready to head into the world with confidence. Because of the ongoing opportunities and resources that are given to coaches and players, healthy communication is fostered, and both coaches and players can speak and contribute to make decisions that have positive results. With the passion and dedication of coaches around Clark County and the work that Positive Coaching Alliance aims to provide, athletes of all ages will be given the opportunity to succeed no matter where they land. Brittenham says it best when explaining the positive influence of a coach: “If I could have even a fraction of the same impact on someone else as my coach had on me, then I would consider it a win no matter what the scoreboard said.”

A lifelong resident of the Pacific Northwest, Brooke Strickland is a full-time freelance writer and social media specialist. She is also the co-author of “Hooked on Games,” a book about technology and gaming addiction. When taking a break from writing, she can be found reading a historical fiction book on her front porch swing, trying out a new recipe in the kitchen, or spending time with her husband and two kids. Visit her website at brookestrickland.org.

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Feature: Essential Elements: Vitamin D

Read Part One, about iron deficiency, in Vancouver Family Magazine’s September 2017 issue, available online at www.vancouverfamilymagazine.com/archive

ESS e NT I a L EL e M e NTS:

The Health Effects of Vitamin D Deficiency & Replacement Part Two of a Two-Part Series on Vitamin Deficiencies By Nikki Klock

ast winter, Jennifer Prescott, of Vancouver, experienced a devastating miscarriage that left her depressed and fatigued. The fatigue, she had experienced before. As a college student, she had discovered she was dangerously low on iron and eventually found success with iron supplements. But the depression and new surge of lethargy felt severe enough to discuss with her doctor. “I thought [the fatigue and depression were] due to my miscarriage, and that was part of it. When I went to my primary care physician, he encouraged me to have some labs done.” The result of the labs? Prescott’s vitamin D level was extremely low. Physical and Mental Effects of Vitamin D “Vitamin D plays a role in many organ systems, including the skin, bones, brain, and heart,” says Dr. Omar Naji, a family medicine physician with PeaceHealth in Vancouver. Vitamin D also helps absorb calcium for optimal bone health, and reduces occurrence of the common cold and the flu. Conversely, Dr. Naji says, a lack of vitamin D has been attributed to fatigue, increased risk of bone fracture (especially distressing for the elderly), poor exercise performance, and a significant impact on people’s mood, including, in some cases, seasonal affective disorder, or SAD. SAD, according to WebMD, is a type of depression tied to changes in the seasons, and low vitamin D levels can increase this particular type of depression. “There are plenty of reasons to be sad in winter for sure,” says Dr. Sheryl Wagner, a naturopath with offices in Vancouver and Longview, “but when a person has optimal vitamin D, their neurotransmitters—chemical messengers in the brain responsible for mood—are more stable. Vitamin D helps make dopamine and then norepinephrine, which are your neurotransmitters associated with reward and attention respectively.” Supplementing Vitamin D Because vitamin D helps with such a variety of bodily functions, acquiring it through fortified food, appropriate sun exposure on the skin, and vitamin supplements is vital. “Foods do not contain high amounts of vitamin D unless they are fortified,” says Dr. Wagner.

“Most of the foods that are labeled as containing vitamin D have been fortified. But foods that naturally contain vitamin D are fish, liver, egg yolk, shitake mushrooms and milk products, though milk has also been fortified with more.” For additional boosts of vitamin D, supplements are available either over the counter or in prescription doses. “There are a couple of options for vitamin D supplements: vitamin D2 and vitamin D3,” says Dr. Naji. “Most experts agree there are advantages to using D3 which is the active form. It can be found in varied doses over the counter, but when vitamin D deficiency is diagnosed, it is often prescribed in stronger doses for 8-12 weeks until levels are restored. After normalizing levels, the liver will usually manage to keep the levels in normal ranges if lower doses are used for maintenance.” Prescott’s experience followed this pattern. She started out on a prescribed high dosage of vitamin D, and after 12 weeks was able to switch to the over-the-counter supplement level. Finding the right dosage with the help of a health care provider is important, as, in rare cases, too much vitamin D can cause calcium deposits in soft tissues. Sun Seeking Foods and supplements for increasing vitamin D levels can be simple enough, but the sun exposure can be difficult to find while living in our corner of the Pacific Northwest, where we see precipitation about a third of the time in an average year, and dry cloud cover more than that. Prescott has found that simple ways of letting in the light make a big difference. “I like to take a short walk every day, just to get even a little bit of sunshine,” she says. “I also noticed that I feel better when I make sure to open the blinds in my house and my office at work.” Light therapy (also called phototherapy) is another option for sun seekers. “Commercially available light therapy devices have clinically shown to help with SAD,” says Dr. Naji. He is quick to recommend the guidance of a health care provider in using these devices, as some types of light such as ultraviolet light, full-spectrum light, and light from heat lamps or tanning beds can be ineffective, and even dangerous if used improperly. The use of sunscreen is an important part of continued on page 19

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protecting skin that is exposed to the sun, although sunscreen does decrease the vitamin D levels the body is able to produce from sunlight. Exercise and Engage As with most health problems, the right type of exercise can also help to ease symptoms of vitamin D deficiency. “Exercise is a great way to stabilize mood,” says Dr. Wagner. “Many people do not exercise when the weather is bad and that contributes to their SAD.” Yoga (Prescott’s workout of choice), walking or running, and other outdoor-friendly calisthenics help the body soak in the sun and improve mood. Dr. Wagner also recommends an overall engaged lifestyle. “Plan a winter vacation,” she says. “Why wouldn’t we be more sad in winter when the only vacations we plan are for summer? Also enjoying other winter activities such as seeing live theater, going out in the snow for a day, or having people over for a nice dinner and a fire in the fireplace. In my opinion, when people become hermits, whether it is winter or summer, they will be more sad.”

Because v itamin D helps with such a variety of bodi ly functions, acquiring it through fortified food, appropriate sun exposure on the sk in, and v itamin supplements is v ita l.

This level of engagement starts with proactively seeking to identify the causes of symptoms that could be the result of low levels of vitamin D. Prescott recommends simply talking with a health care professional. “I would encourage others to check with their doctor,” she says. “A simple lab test can help determine if you are deficient with your vitamin D.” On a broader proactive scale, monitoring your moods, energy level, and overall well-being serves to prevent big health problems, rather than cure them. “When you optimize the nutritional status through diet and supplementation,” says Dr. Wagner, “the body works as it should and the absence of disease is the best proof of its value.”

Nikki Klock has been the editor of Vancouver Family Magazine since 2006. She lives in Vancouver with her husband and two daughters, and loves reading and running, in that order.

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Feature: Natural vs. Traditional Medicine: Yin and Yang

Natural V S traditional MEDICINE:

When I was growing up,

no one emphasized natural medicine as a viable healthcare choice. Instead, I was raised, as I imagine you were, to rely entirely on traditional medicine without considering other options. In the Western medicine model, the doctor is usually the center of the family health care system and family members orbit around the doctor like planets in a solar system. But what about other options like naturopathy, acupuncture or Chinese medicine? According to the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and The Institute for Natural Medicine, naturopathic therapies can lead to improved outcomes and lower costs for everyone involved. A family can go through decades of insured health care without ever once receiving a recommendation from a Western doctor to explore natural medicine. In my opinion, we are past due for a revolution in our health care system, which will provide insurance coverage for natural practitioner visits and treatments in addition to traditional medicine. Of course, this idea could take generations to achieve, so don’t wait for the revolution to come to you. Taking charge of your family’s healthcare means

Yin & Yang

understanding your natural healthcare coverage just as well as you understand your traditional healthcare coverage. How much natural healthcare did your insurance cover last year? If the answer is none, then you have some inquiries to make. In recent years, my family has found that natural medicine approaches to non-emergency health issues work well for us alongside the usual traditional medicine approaches. For example, I have struggled since the onset of puberty with anemia, and it is only recently, at midlife, that I am finding consistent relief by taking bio-identical hormones and natural herbal supplements recommended to me by a licensed naturopath. I had no idea that alternatives to standard hormones even existed until recently, but I have only myself to hold responsible for letting my primary care physician and OB-GYN steer my choices unquestioned. Fortunately, I have discovered that my insurance allows up to a certain dollar amount of spending per year on natural medicine practitioners, which is more than ample to fit my needs and the needs of my family. You may not be so lucky with your insurance, but don’t make any assumptions if you have not checked. In researching licensed naturopathic doctors in Vancouver, I found that many take a range of health insurance types. Call ahead before you visit for answers to your specific insurance questions. If obtaining natural healthcare is important to you and your current insurance company does not offer it, you might consider changing

By Christina Katz

providers or plans. Whatever you do, do not wait for your physician to suggest a chiropractor, a massage therapist or a nutritionist because you are unlikely to receive these recommendations. And better to start asking questions before someone in your family develops a serious health issue. For example, if your partner has slightly elevated cholesterol, what dietary and lifestyle changes could he or she start making to bring his or her cholesterol back into the normal range? Several types of practitioners might help, including a naturopath, a nutritionist or a hypnotherapist. Generally speaking, natural healthcare will not come swiftly to your rescue when you need emergency surgery or you are diagnosed with a serious infection like strep or bronchitis. However, natural healthcare can help your family with less serious and even nagging healthcare concerns like allergies, chronic fatigue or gastro-intestinal distress. If someone in your family already has a diagnosis, contact your insurance company and find out what natural approaches are covered or partially covered by your current policy. There is no reason to choose one path over the other since both options may be more helpful in unison. If you are ever unsure about the compatibility of recommended treatments, consult your pharmacist or get a second, or even a third, opinion. And remember, no two people are alike. While some folks may not respond positively to a natural or Eastern approach, others may have dramatically positive results. Personally, I am finding continued on page 24

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natural healthcare to be less expensive, more comforting, and producing less side effects for me. Ask anyone you know who has used natural medicine about their experience, and the first thing you will likely hear is that they felt immediately comforted by the increased time, attention and warmth they received from the provider. Western medicine is expensive and is influenced heavily by insurance and pharmaceutical corporations. No one likes to go to the doctor and receive a huge, unexpected bill afterwards. Insurance is intended to prevent this from happening, which is why we rely on it so much. And there is nothing more disconcerting than needing to take a medication with a long list of possible side effects or health risks. Taking into account employment benefits, out-of-pocket insurance costs, and copays, many families cannot afford all the quality medical care their families need. If you are looking for the least expensive way to integrate a more holistic approach into your family’s lifestyle, why not head on over to Whole Foods, where the Whole Body department staff are typically well informed and can make recommendations for helpful vitamins, supplements and natural remedies to address the specific needs of your family members? Our collective desire for a more balanced healthcare system is an issue that is not discussed enough in this country. Think of Western medicine as the yang and Eastern medicine as the yin in a complete circle of care that represents a balanced approach to health and wellness. Overall in the US, our healthcare system is far too yang; and a more yin approach will require years of advocacy and, hopefully, change. In the meantime, your voice can make a difference in creating a more balanced and equitable healthcare system. Every question counts. Every request for something you don’t already receive moves the needle. Remember, natural healthcare benefits may already

be available to your family and might even be going to waste, as they were in my insurance plan. Natural healthcare should not be considered a replacement for traditional healthcare but can provide the gentle, moderate approach to overall wellness your family craves. The most important thing parents can do to take charge of healthcare is not completely turn our decision-making processes over to physicians. Our job is to partner with physicians, not relinquish our power to them. By taking charge of our family’s healthcare, by asking questions and by asking for what we want and need, we pave the way for a more balanced approach to wellness. We also set a valuable example for our children, so they can be empowered in their future healthcare decisions. When it comes to your family’s health, combining traditional and natural approaches just might be the best of both worlds: a life-long approach to wellness that is swift when necessary and also slow and incremental on an ongoing basis. Some alternative medicine providers in Vancouver offer free new patient consultations. Why not schedule one today and start taking pro-active steps towards increased health for your family?

Author, journalist, and writing coach Christina Katz does not see traditional medicine and natural medicine as mutually exclusive. She is looking forward to living in a world where a pound of prevention is valued as much as an ounce of cure.

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HEALTHCARE APPROACHES 1. Acupuncture 2. Acupressure 3. Aromatherapy 4. Art, Dance & Music Therapy 5. Ayurveda 6. Bio-feedback 7. Body Movement 8. Body Work 9. Chiropractic 10. Energy Medicine 11. Flower Essence Therapy 12. Herbal Remedies 13. Homeopathy 14. Hypnosis 15. Light Therapy 16. Meditation 17. Massage 18. Naturopathy 19. Nutrition Therapy 20. Reflexology 21. Reiki 22. Osteopathy 23. Qigong 24. Shiatsu 25. Support Groups 26. Tai Chi 27. Therapeutic Horseback Riding 28. Traditional Chinese /

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

October ‘17

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1 SUNDAY

Friends of Vancouver Community Library Book Sale at Vancouver Community Library 901 C St., Vancouver. Find giftquality and collectible used books, priced $1.50 to $35. All items will be half-price on Sunday. Proceeds benefit Vancouver Community Library and its programs. 12-4 pm

2 MONDAY

Russian Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. Russian stories, music, fingerplays, movement and fun for infants to 5-year-olds with their parents. 10:30-11 am Vancouver Chess Club at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Drop in for informal chess games. All ages and abilities are welcome. 4-7:45 pm Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. Join us for stories, crafts and more for the whole family. 6:30-7:30 pm

Ozobots at La Center Community Building, 1000 E 4th St., La Center. Robotics meets imagination. Using color, you’ll learn how to make tiny Ozobots dance, race and do your bidding. For: Kids ages 9-12. 3-4:30 pm

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4 WEDNESDAY

Kids Story and Craft Time with Grandma Marilyn at Boomerang, 808 Main St., Vancouver. “Grandma Marilyn” sits with the children on the floor, in the Boomerang Library and dramatizes a book with the little ones. The book reading is followed by a kid’s craft adventure. Moms sit nearby and enjoy a “barista-drawn” coffee. 10 am Read to the Dog at Camas Public Library,625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. Would you like to read to Cooper? He is a Certified Therapy Dog, and each reading session will be 15 minutes long. For more information or to sign up, inquire in the library or call 360-8344692. Cooper will be here every Wednesday 2-3 pm (except Winter Break). First come first served. Advance sign up required. 2-3 pm Camas Farmer’s Market in downtown Camas, between the library and City Hall. Freshly harvested seasonal produce, flowers, natural products, and a hearty variety of prepared and hot foods fill the market. Enjoy chef demos, healthy living and gardening information, kids’ activities, and live local music. Chat with a farmer, fill your basket, grab dinner and relax on the library lawn. Visit Camas Farmer’s Market website, for regular updates about vendors and special events: www.camasfarmersmarket.org. 3 pm-7 pm

Ozobots at La Center Community Building, 1000 E 4th St., La Center. (See Oct. 3) 3-4:30 pm When is a Box Not a Box? at The Mall Library Connection, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr. Ste. 285, Vancouver. When is a box not a box? When it is a jewelry box, a tool box, a treasure chest, a time capsule or something else. Bring your imagination and we’ll provide the box. For ages 7-12. 4-5 pm Children’s Art Class with the Masters at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Do you love art? Or do you just want to try painting for the first time? Join us for classes with the masters. We will be studying a different artist each week and then creating our own masterpiece using a variety of media. All materials and aprons will be provided, but come prepared to get messy. Appropriate for grades 1-6. 4:30-6:30 pm Guided Walks at Columbia Springs,12208 SE Evergreen

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5 THURSDAY

Ozobots at La Center Community Building, 1000 E 4th St., La Center. (See Oct. 3) 3-4:30 pm Come Sign with Us at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Come learn and practice American Sign Language with a fluent ASL teacher. Also learn about Deaf culture and continued on page 28

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Vancouver’s Downtown Association First Friday. Every first Friday of the month throughout the year, participating art galleries, merchants and restaurants in downtown Vancouver open their doors to celebrate opening night of various art exhibits. Live music and citywide receptions welcome all. Visit www.vdausa.org/vdasfirstfridaydowntown for a downtown art gallery list and walking map. 5-9 pm Downtown Camas First Friday in historic downtown Camas. Voted “Best of Clark County” in “Outdoor Family Fun” in 2015. Family activities and games, local art exhibits, dining, after hours shopping, and free-to-enter gift basket raffles. 5-8 pm

7 SATURDAY

Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. Join us in October for a trip down Pumpkin Lane, a mile- long hayride adorned with over 100 “pumpkin people.” Along the way, stop at the pumpkin patch and pick out the perfect pumpkin. Activities while you’re here: farm animals, hay bale maze, tour the historic log house, photo ops, and much more. Adults $6. Kids 3-11, $4. Admission includes hayride. Pumpkins sold separately.

The Old Apple Tree Festival at Old Apple Tree Park, 112 Columbia Way, Vancouver. The Old Apple Tree is 191 years old. Bring your own clean apples and containers to participate in the free apple pressing. Live music, tours of the Land Bridge, arts and crafts for kids, tree care workshops, and food available for purchase. The Urban Forestry Commission will give away a limited number of tree cuttings from the Old Apple Tree. Free. 11 am-3 pm

8 SUNDAY

ASL Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. Join us for American Sign Language Storytime for infants through 2 years old.1 pm Open Saturday at Pearson Field, 201 E Reserve St., Vancouver. Pearson Air Field is open to the public from 1 to 5 pm every Saturday, featuring a free educational program provided by Pearson Field Education Center, the Flight Simulator lab, vertical wind tunnel, a glider-building station, historic airplanes on-site for viewing, collections on display, and educational programs to propel students of all ages into the wonderful world of flight. Experience the “Golden Age of Aviation” at the Northwest’s first airport, and one of the oldest continuously operating airfields in the country. 1-5 pm

Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7)

9 MONDAY

Russian Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 2) 10:30-11 am Vancouver Chess Club at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 4-7:45 pm Battle Ground Community Library Presents: Believe it or Not? Sasquatch sighted in town! Do you think that’s real or fake? Do you believe everything you read or hear? Think you know exactly how to spot a fake news story? Think again. So much of the news we see online looks real and it’s hard to tell fact from fiction. You have the detective skills to determine fake news from real and we’re going to show you how to put these skills to use. Believe it…or not? Ages 10 and up. 4-6 pm Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 6:30 pm-7:30 pm

DIY Felting at Three Creeks Community Library, 800-C NE Tenney Rd., Vancouver. Learn how to felt. Using needle felting techniques, we’ll create beautiful and intricate desserts inspired by Japanese felt dessert master Rio Fukuda. All materials provided. Sign-ups are required for this event. Call 360-906-4790 or sign up online. For teens and up. 2-4 pm

Clark County Food Bank Repack Volunteering at Clark County Food Bank, 6502 NE 47th Ave., Vancouver. Volunteers can help sort and repackage food as long as there is food available to be repacked. No prior scheduling is required to volunteer as an individual or small family. Closetoed shoes are recommended for safety. Volunteers must fill out a volunteer registration at www. clarkcountyfoodbank.org/volunteer and bring it to any regularly scheduled repack. 5:30-8 pm ‘Tween Scene! Where Families Meet to Talk about Books at Three Creeks Community Library, 800-C NE Tenney Rd., Vancouver. Join a parent/child book discussion group for a friendly, lively discussion on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Children ages 9-12 AND a parent must attend together, no younger children, please. Refreshments provided. Come to the library to pick up a copy of the “book of the month” which is yours to keep. 6-7 pm MAKE a Better World at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Join us the 2nd Tuesday of each month as we work on a community service project to make the world we live in a little bit better. For makers age 9 and up. 6:30-7:30 pm

11 WEDNESDAY

Kids Story and Craft Time with Grandma Marilyn at Boomerang, 808 Main St., Vancouver. (See Oct 4) 10 am continued on page 30

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Aviation Explorer Post 1905 at Pearson Field Education Center, 201 E. Reserve St., Vancouver. Aviation Career Exploring is a hands-on learning program open to young adults, ages 1420 years, who are interested in learning about aviation careers. Annual dues to be a member of Aviation Explorer Post 1905 is $24. Meetings will incorporate exciting activities and interactions with aviation professionals. Aviation Explorers will experience firsthand what it’s like to be a pilot, aircraft mechanic, aerospace engineer, flight attendant or air traffic controller. They will visit airports,

Lab Rats at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Looking for an awesome challenge? Lab Rats meets weekly to dig into science mysteries, creatively solve engineering problems, and experiment with new and exciting art projects. For ages 7-12. 2:30-3:30 pm

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observe flight operations, and experience flying. Participants will learn about the educational requirements and learn what steps to take now to prepare for a successful career. For more information, contact Garrett Schmidt at garrett.schmidt@ fortvan.org. 10:30 am-12 pm

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Calendar of Events & Activities (cont’d) continued from page 28 Read to the Dog at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 4) 2-3 pm Kids’ Fun: Harvest Fest and Carnival games! At Woodland Community Center, 782 Park St., Woodland. Pumpkin painting. Fall crafts. Join us as we welcome Autumn with fun and creativity. Drop by anytime, and don’t forget your goody bag after you have stopped by each station. For families with kids ages 6-12. 3:30–5 pm Children’s Art Class with the Masters at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. (See Oct. 4) 4:30-6:30 pm

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Come Sign with Us at Vancouver Community Library 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 5) 4-5:30 pm Asperger / Autism Monthly Parent Support Group at The Arc of Southwest Washington, 6511 Northeast 18th St., Vancouver. This group helps support parents with 6th to 12th grade students on the autism spectrum who spend at least part of the day in a mainstream classroom, homeschooling environment or virtual academy. Open to moms, dads and caregivers. Geared toward those who are wanting a positive place to talk about successes and challenges that they and their children may be facing. Please contact Linda Baugess if you have questions about our support group: Lindab@autismempowerment.org. Free. 6-7 pm

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Giant Box Battle at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Join us for an afternoon of costume creation and play in celebration of the annual Cardboard Challenge. A giantsized battle between monsters and robots is happening at your library. Teenage monsters roam the streets of our cardboard city. Robot children will do their best to make the city safe again. Ages 8-18. 2:30-3:30 pm OMSI – Going Batty! Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Explore the world of bats and learn the truth about one of the most misunderstood and beneficial creatures on Earth. We will learn about bat diversity, echolocation, diet and practice using a mist nest, the tool field biologists use to capture and study live bats before releasing them back into the night sky. Sign up online starting October 6. For K-5th grades. 2:30-3:30 pm and 4-5 pm Second Fridays at Boomerang: Character Story Time, 808 Main St., Vancouver. Family Fun Night is a fun night for all ages that include surprise story characters (in full costume), face painting, balloon animals, and many more events.) 6-8 pm Contra in the Couve at Hazel Dell Grange, 7509 NE Hazel Dell Ave., Vancouver. Contra dancing is an American social dance tradition dating back to the colonial period. It’s fun, interactive, and easy to learn. It is prompted by a caller, so

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if you’ve ever done square dance, contra will seem familiar to you. New and experienced dancers are welcome. $7. Instruction at 7:30 pm, dance from 8-11 pm

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Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7) ASL Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 7) 1 pm Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 11 am-12 pm Second Saturday: Animals Who Serve at Water Resources Education Center, 4600 SE Columbia Way, Vancouver. Kids and families are invited to help celebrate animals who serve our community. The afternoon will feature furry and feathered guests, as well as hands-on science activities. Free. 1-3 pm Open Saturday at Pearson Field, 201 E Reserve St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 7) 1-5 pm Lab Rats at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 7) 2:30-3:30 pm

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Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7)

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Russian Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 2) 10:30-11 am Vancouver Chess Club at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 4-7:45 pm

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Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 6:30-7:30 pm

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Teen Book Group at La Center Community Library, 1411 NE

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Lockwood Creek Rd., Vancouver. Join us each month for a lively discussion. Books will be provided by the La Center Casino Charitable Foundation for the first 10 to sign up. Visit fvrl.org for each month’s title. For teens 13-18 years. 3:15-4:15 pm Teen Harry Potter Costume Party at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Teens join us for a fun afternoon of Harry Potter trivia, crafts, games, and snacks. Costumes are highly encouraged (and might win you a prize), but not necessary. Teens ages 12-18. 4-6 pm Read to the Dog at Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N Main Ave., Ridgefield. Practice your reading skills and make a new, four-legged friend. Program is intended for children ages 5-9. Space is limited. Call the library to sign up. 360-906-4770. 6-7 pm

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SuperKids Resale at Town Plaza, 5411 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver SuperKids Resale A giant, kids consignment event that happens twice a year, in the spring and the fall. Sell your kids clothes and toys. Earn 65-80% of your sales. Shop quality items at bargain prices. Sav up to 90% off retail prices. Volunteer to earn more. And the more you volunteer, the earlier you can shop. Shopping schedule today: Exclusive presales for consignors and volunteers. New parent/foster parent/teen parents shop at 5 pm, but must register first. Kids Story and Craft Time with Grandma Marilyn at Boomerang, 808 Main St., Vancouver. (See Oct 4) 10 am Read to the Dog at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 4) 2-3 pm Read to the Dogs at Three Creeks Community Library, 800-C NE Tenney Rd., Vancouver. Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. For children ages 5-12. 5-7 pm continued on page 32

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Calendar of Events & Activities (cont’d) continued from page 30 Guided Walks at Columbia Springs,12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver. (See Oct. 4) 5:30-6:30 pm

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SuperKids Resale at Town Plaza, 5411 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. (See Oct. 18) 9am-8 pm Come Sign with Us at Vancouver Community Library 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 5) 4-5:30 pm The LEGO Club at Camas Public Library 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. Third Thursday of each month, enjoy free play and a new Librarian’s Challenge with thousands of LEGO bricks and minifigs. All ages welcome. 4-5 pm Children’s Art Class with the Masters at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. (See Oct. 4) 4:30-6:30 pm Build It at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. Kids, come see what you can make using LEGO bricks and K’nex. For kids 5-9 years. 5-6 pm Kids Book Group: Bookaneers at Vancouver Community, Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Each month a free copy of the next month’s “book of the month” will be given to those attending to keep and add to their home libraries. For children ages 6-9 with a participating adult.

No older or younger children, please. 6:30-7:30 pm

Reserve St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 7) 10:30 am-12 pm

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Teen Writing Workshop with Malinda Lo at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Teens, hone your writing craft with Malinda Lo, whose novels have been finalists for the William C. Morris YA Debut Award, the Andre Norton Award for YA Science Fiction and Fantasy, the Mythopoeic Fantasy Award, and the Lambda Literary Award for Children’s/Young Adult books. Registration is required and space is limited. Workshop is open to 6th-12th graders who attend school or are homeschooled in FVRL’s service area. 10:30 am-12:30 pm

SuperKids Resale at Town Plaza, 5411 SE Mill Plain Blvd. (See Oct. 18) 9 am-8 pm Third Fridays at Boomerang at 808 Main St., Vancouver. A variety of board games are spread throughout the store. These games vary from kids’ classic games to strategy. The goal is to have fun, enjoy your delicious drink, and meet new people. 6 pm

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Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7) SuperKids Resale at Town Plaza, 5411 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. (See Oct. 18) 9 am-5 pm Friends of Three Creeks Library Book Sale at Three Creeks Community Library, 800-C NE Tenney Rd., Vancouver. A large selection of books is available for purchase at this sale – genres include biographies, travel, religion, fiction, mystery, romance, self-help, children’s, science fiction, western, health, cooking, garden, sports, computers, and reference. Most books are in excellent condition. $.50 for paperbacks, and $1 for hardbound and trade publications. 100% of monies raised are used for special library programs and collection additions. 10 am-5 pm Book Sale at The Mall Library Connection, 8700 NE Vancouver Mall Dr., Ste. 285, Vancouver. Looking for Louis L’Amour? We’ve got him. Like Nora Roberts? We’ve got her. We’ve got lots of books for your perusal. Help support programs at your library and find some good reads. 10 am-3 pm Aviation Explorer Post 1905 at Pearson Field Education Center, 201 E.

Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 11 am-12 pm Open Saturday at Pearson Field, 201 E Reserve St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 7) 1-5 pm ASL Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 7) 1 pm Imagined Ink Awards Celebration at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Join us to celebrate the winners of the 2017 Imagined Ink teen writing contest. Award winning author Malinda Lo will be our special guest speaker and awards presenter and will be available to sign books. 2 pm “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” presented by Journey Theater Arts Group at Ridgefield High School, 2630 S Hillhurst Rd., Ridgefield. Tickets $10-$18, available at www.journeytheater. org. 2 pm Lab Rats at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 7) 2:30-3:30 pm

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SuperKids Resale at Town Plaza, 5411 SE Mill Plain Blvd., Vancouver. Many items 50% off. (See Oct. 18) 9am-5pm

Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7) “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” at Ridgefield High School. (See Oct. 21) 2 pm

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Russian Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 2) 10:30-11 am Vancouver Chess Club at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 4-7:45 pm Children’s Art Class with the Masters at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. (See Oct. 4) 4:30-6:30 pm Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 6:30-7:30 pm

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Kids Story and Craft Time with Grandma Marilyn at Boomerang, 808 Main St., Vancouver. (See Oct 4) 10 am Read to the Dog at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 4) 2-3 pm Boo Bash Trick or Treat in Downtown Camas. Bring the whole family. Local business’ give out candy or Halloween prizes to all the kiddos. Come and enjoy your community. 4th Avenue from Adams to Franklin and side streets from 3rd to 5th will be closed for the event to ensure children’s safety. 3-5 pm Children’s Art Class with the Masters at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. (See Oct. 4) 4:30-6:30 pm Christopher Leebrick in The Tell-Tale Heart at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. Award-winning continued on page 34

Support your local library and replenish your own library! Check out the book sales at local libraries around Clark County this month.

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Come Sign with Us at Vancouver Community Library 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 5) 4-5:30 pm Friends of Ridgefield Community Library Book Sale at Ridgefield Community Center, 210 N Main Ave., Ridgefield. Pick up some great buys at our Friends book sale, and help support building a new Ridgefield Community Library. Today: Members only are invited to shop. (Memberships are available at the door.) 6-8 pm

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Friends of Ridgefield Community Library Book Sale at Ridgefield Community Center, 210 N Main Ave., Ridgefield. (See Oct. 26) 10 am-7 pm

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Make a Difference Day - Volunteer Opportunities at various Clark County locations. Visit www. cityofvancouver.us/volunteer for information.

Medieval Life at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Step back in time to the Middle Ages. Members of the Barony of Stromgard SCA group will display arts, crafts, costumes, and skills of this historical period.

Friends of Ridgefield Community Library Book Sale at Ridgefield Community Center, 210 N Main Ave., Ridgefield. From 3-4 pm, we’re having a $5-a-bag sale. (See Oct. 26) 9 am-4 pm Booville at Marshall & Luepke Community Centers, 1009 E McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver. Indoor trick-or-treating, games, costume contest for children ages 0-12, story times, and more. Free, produced by Parks Foundation of Clark County. 10 am-2 pm Family Storytime at Cascade Park Community Library, 600 NE 136th Ave., Vancouver. (See Oct. 2) 11 am-12 pm

“Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” at Ridgefield High School. (See Oct. 21) 2 pm & 7 pm Lab Rats at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. Doctor Who Escape Room. You and your team have a limited time to solve the riddles, decipher the clues, and find the key to escaping. Do you have the brainpower and teamwork needed to win? 2:30-3:30 pm Magenta Improv Theater (MIT) at Magenta Theater, 1108 Main St., Vancouver. MIT is dedicated to making you think….and laugh. Our performers play scenes and games based on audience suggestions— nothing is scripted. Our family friendly shows are interactive, volunteers can be part of the action. MIT shows appeal to all ages. Our goal is simply to deliver a fun, family friendly, laughterfilled evening for you. Tickets are $10/person online or $12 at the door (as available) on the night of the show. For tickets visit www. magentatheater.com/page/improv. Doors open at 7pm. Show at 7:30pm. Advanced reservations recommended.

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Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7)

“Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” at Ridgefield High School. (See Oct. 21) 2 pm

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Halloween Monster Parade at Battle Ground Community Library, 1207 SE 8th Way, Battle Ground. Join us for a Monster Parade. Featuring stories, rhymes, crafts, and songs that will get you in the Halloween spirit. Costumes of course are highly encouraged but not necessary. For families with young children 3-4 pm Bootacular at Vancouver Mall. Little monsters and ghoulish guests welcome! Trick-or-treat at participating Vancouver Mall stores, and enjoy spook-tacular games and crafts. 5-7 pm

Medieval Life at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 28)

Christopher Leebrick in The Tell-Tale Heart at Ridgefield Community Library, 210 N Main Ave., Ridgefield. (See Oct. 25) 11 am-12 pm Open Saturday at Pearson Field, 201 E Reserve St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 7) 1-5 pm

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Doctor Who Weekend Call the Doctor! Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. (See Oct. 28)

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Pumpkin Lane at Pomeroy Farm, 20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd., Yacolt. (See Oct. 7)

Apple Cider Pressing Cedar Creek Grist Mill, 43907 NE Grist Mill Rd., Woodland. Step back in history while we press around 10,000 pounds of apples. Kids can try out the hand cranked presses. Play an instrument? Come join the Bluegrass Jam on the back deck. 9 am

ASL Storytime at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave., Camas. (See Oct. 7) 1 pm

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Doctor Who Weekend - Call the Doctor! At Vancouver Community Library, 901 C St., Vancouver. The library will be transformed into Doctor Who’s universe for the pre-Halloween weekend. Use the Tardis to transport you to activities throughout the building. Sat./Sun. at 10:30 am: Dress up and join us for our Come and Play Costume Party. Stories, music, games and more for ages 0-6 and their caregivers. Sat./Sun. from 1-3 pm: Sonic Screwdrivers; Make your own personal sonic screwdriver to assist you in your cosmic adventures. All ages welcome. Sat./Sun. from 3-5 pm: A variety of Doctor Who-themed board games will be available for all ages to play.

Storyteller, Christopher Leebrick, has enthralled audiences with his remarkable storytelling ability since the age of 13. He has performed across the United States as well, and all three of his spoken word CD’s have received national Storytelling World awards. Christopher will be performing the spooky Edgar Allen Poe classic “The Tell-Tale Heart” along with other tales from around the world plus information about Edgar Allen Poe’s life and writing. Recommended for ages 12 and up. 7 pm

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