Try This: World Migratory Bird Day, Terry Robb and David Vest, Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum

On the wing

The Vancouver Audubon Society celebrates World Migratory Bird Day from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at McConnell Park, 918 N.W. 25th Ave., Battle Ground. This international holiday was created to build awareness of migratory birds, their habitats and flyways. This free event offers educational booths by local organizations where attendees can learn about migratory bird needs such as clean water resources, insects and habitats. The family-friendly day will also include bird walks, games, activities and food trucks. Learn more about Vancouver Audubon at vancouveraudubon.org.

Feeling plucky

The Old Liberty Theater, 115 N. Main Ave., Ridgefield, presents Terry Robb and David Vest in concert at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. The concert celebrates the release of their new album, “CrissCross.” Blues artist Vest is the winner of six Maple Blues Awards and five Muddy Awards. Robb, winner of 19 Muddy Awards and a member of the Oregon Music Hall of Fame, is a longtime Portland resident. Both artists have top-ranked solo albums. Call 360-887-7260 for tickets, $28, or visit oldlibertytheater.com.

Autumn splendor

Attend a fall open house at the Jane Weber Evergreen Arboretum from 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. The event will showcase the ongoing restoration of the historic Stanger House, which was recently repainted; pollinator, vegetable and rose gardens; and the new viewing deck above the creek. Refreshments will be offered. Learn more at ejaneweberarboretum.org or facebook.com/weber.evergreenarboretum.

Happy trail(er)s

Metropolitan Performing Arts presents “The Great American Trailer Park Musical,” running Saturday through Oct. 27. The play follows Pippi, a new tenant at Armadillo Acres in Florida. When Pippi comes between Jeannie and her husband, storms begin to brew. Showtimes are Friday, Saturday and Sunday as well as Oct. 18, 19, 20, 25, 26, 27. Friday shows start at 7:30 p.m., Saturday shows are at 6:30 p.m. and Sunday shows are 5 p.m. After Dark shows, with one beer included with the ticket price, are at 10 p.m. Oct. 19 and 26. Discount Day is 6:30 p.m. Oct. 19. Pride Night is Oct. 25. Tickets are $21 to $30 with discounts for military, students and seniors. Buy tickets at metropolitanperformingarts.org.

In tune

The nine finalists for the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s 30th Young Artist Competition will compete for cash prizes at 2 p.m. Sunday at First Presbyterian Church, 4300 Main St., Vancouver. The final round of the competition is free. Musicians will compete in three categories: piano, strings and winds/brass. Gold medal winners in each category will perform with the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra on Jan. 25 and 26. Gold medalists will be awarded $5,000 each; silver medalists, $2,000; bronze medalists, $1,000. Reserve seats at vancouversymphony.org or call 360-735-7278.

… And more

For more details about these and other events — including the Comedy on Tap showcase at the Kiggins, Collage Laboratory at Art at the CAVE gallery and sculpted dragons workshop at Kilnfolk Clay Studio — visit events.columbian.com.