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Guided Pottery Painting with Mozaika Arts
Marianne Bluhm of Mozaika Arts will lead a guided pottery-painting class from 10-11:30 a.m. Nov. 7 at Kilnfolk Clay Studio, 108 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. The cost is $40 per person. Students ages 12 and up will get step-by-step instruction to paint fall-themed artwork on a ceramic bowl. The price includes the plate, tools and glazes. After class, staff will fire the plate, which will be ready to pick up in 3-4 weeks. Register at kilnfolkclay.com.
Abstraction Since Mark Rothko
Food Bike (free fridge restock)
Breakfast with Neighbors
Share a free community breakfast with neighbors, featuring a freshly made hot meal, coffee, juice, milk, and water. Everyone in the local community is welcome, and no reservation or admission ticket is needed. Children must be accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other designated adult.
IRCO Community Health Resource Fair (age 15+) Referral
Tikkun Olam: Dignity Grows Packing
Email Merit Pinker
Join us to pack menstrual and hygiene totes for community members who need them. We’ll have time to chat with Dignity Grows distribution partners, schmooze with other volunteers and, of course, pack totes! Visit our website to learn more about this program, or email Merit Pinker to get more involved ([email protected]).
Leaf Drop
The annual free leaf drop sessions are back for 2026! The Public Works Department invites city residents to drop off leaves for free on Nov. 7 & 21 and Dec. 5 & 12 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. each day. Just keep in mind the following to participate:
- Leaves are accepted in paper bags, plastic bags, or loose - Paper bags are encouraged for waste reduction and easier drop off
- Please bring a utility bill for proof of residency
- Non-perishable food items are collected during each session for local community members in need, but donating is not required
For more information contact Shane Hart at [email protected] or 503.786.7679.