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Go, ideas for your weekend: Wind symphony, Shakespeare, Fishing, Stories

The Columbian
Published: May 13, 2016, 6:05am
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NASA&#039;s Hubble Space Telescope captures various stages of the life cycle of stars in the giant galactic nebula NGC 3603.
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope captures various stages of the life cycle of stars in the giant galactic nebula NGC 3603. Photo Gallery

Go ideas for your weekend

 

1. Stars sing

Take to the stars with the Southwest Washington Wind Symphony as the ensemble of 50 musicians present “Exploring the Cosmos.” The concert will feature works by composers who ponder outer space and the universe. Conducted by Patrick Murphy, the concert will include “War of the Worlds” by Adam Gorb, “Saturn Returns” by Michael Markowski and “Moonscape Awakening” by Joni Greene. The concert begins at 3 p.m. May 15 at the Performing Arts Center, Union High School, 6201 N.W. Friberg-Strunk St., Camas. Admission is free. 360-574-8386 or www.swwindsymphony.org

2. Purity versus corruption

Clark College Theatre presents “Measure for Measure,” one of Shakespeare’s tonally ambiguous plays. It is classified as a comedy but defies expectations. Set in Vienna, Lord Angelo has been left in charge while the duke is away. Angelo uses his new powers to enforce stricter morality laws, sentencing soldier Claudio to death for getting his wife-to-be pregnant before marriage. But a rescue plan is hatched by novice nun Isabella and the real duke, disguised as a friar. Performances run 7:30 p.m. May 13-14 and May 19-21 in the Decker Theatre at Clark College, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Tickets are $13, $11 for seniors, $9 for students and alumni. 360-992-2815 or www.clark.edu/academics/programs/theatre/season.php

3. Summer fishing

The Woodland Moose Lodge No. 2394 will host a Kids Fishing Derby for ages 3 to 14, with prizes awarded for biggest catch. There also will be games and a concession stand, and caught fish can be cleaned to take home. Children ages 3 to 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Event registration will be open from 8 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., with the derby ending at 2 p.m. May 14 at Horseshoe Lake Park, Park Road, Woodland. Registration is $3. 360-607-5312

4. Community stories

Immerse yourself in the community with two story-focused events this week.

Hello Vancouver! returns with its community talk show highlighting local musicians, storytellers and community members. This show will feature a panel discussion of “Mount St. Helens Then and Now,” YWCA Clark County, a fashion show preview from Meals on Wheels People and musician Amber Sweeney. The show begins at 7 p.m. May 18 at the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver. Admission is free. http://hellovancouver.us

The Front Porch brings together local storytellers for a community event featuring music, refreshments and treats in Battle Ground. The event’s theme is “Sowing Seeds,” and proceeds will benefit Maple Grove School’s community garden. The event is sponsored by Connect Battle Ground, a coalition of local organizations. The event runs 7 to 9 p.m. May 19 at Captain Strong Elementary School, 1002 N.W. Sixth Ave., Battle Ground. Admission is $5. www.frontporchbg.com

5. Take a train ride

The Oregon Rail Heritage Center will celebrate trains with activities for all ages during Portland Train Day 2016. There will be live music, activities, food trucks and the museum’s three steam engines on display. Visitors can take a ride to Oaks Park and back on a 45-minute ride for $5 to $10, depending on the train. Train day runs 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. May 14 at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center, 2250 S.E. Water Ave., Portland. Admission is free, with donations encouraged. 503-233-1156 or www.orhf.org

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