It’s time to start planning your summer fun in Clark County. Inside this section, you’ll find a pull-out calendar of community events from June to September. Now that the COVID-19 pandemic has officially ended, summer activities are back in full force, if changed. For example, the Clark County Fair won’t kick off with free pancakes this year. The Historic Trust’s Independence Day fireworks display at Fort Vancouver, like last year, will be replaced by the community-picnic-style Summerfest. Even so, festivals will fill every weekend this summer, from car shows to Tacos in the Park to the Wine and Jazz Festival. Some major events have yet to finalize their plans, so keep checking social media and websites for your favorites. See Pages DX-X for the details we have so far.
Hockinson Fun Days is 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. today with a pancake breakfast from 7 to 11:30 a.m. at Fire District 3; a vendor marketplace from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hockinson School District offices; a parade at noon at Hockinson High School; a country carnival from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Hockinson Community Center; and a classic car cruise-in at Elim Lutheran Church from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Get details at hockinsonboosters.com.
The Big Paddle is today from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Lake River waterfront and Overlook Park in Ridgefield. The event includes paddles, guided hikes, food trucks, hayrides, a farmers market, book sales, a craft beer garden, games and live music. Registration for some events may be closed but anyone may bring their own paddlecraft. Learn more at ridgefieldwa.us/big-paddle/.
Parkersville Day is noon to 3 p.m. today at Parker’s Landing Historic Park at 24 S. A St., Washougal. Enjoy an art contest, storytellers, local vendors and community groups, family-friendly games and prizes, tree tours, ice cream, raffles and book sales. Admission is free.