Talented jazz musicians will fill the Clark College stage today, as the 53rd annual Clark College Jazz Festival crowns the top jazz ensembles. High schools in the 3A and 4A categories will compete from 7:40 a.m. to 5 p.m., with an exhibition performance featuring Thara Memory and his American Music Program at 5:20 p.m. The finals competition will begin at 7 p.m., where the winners for both categories will be announced and the 2015 Sweepstakes Award given to the most deserving group. It all takes place at Clark’s Gaiser Hall, 1933 Fort Vancouver Way, Vancouver. Admission is $5. www.clark.edu/campus-life/arts-events/music/jazz_festival
Gearing up for the big game? The local Seattle Seahawks fans will host a 12th Man Fan Rally in downtown Vancouver to celebrate the team’s return to the Super Bowl. There will be music, games, food and more starting at 11 a.m. today in Esther Short Park, 301 W. Sixth St., Vancouver. Attendees are encouraged to bring new school supplies to donate. www.facebook.com/events/1593632774207718
It’s a look back at the remembered past with this week’s First Thursday Lecture. Local students will present “Deep Roots, Strong Branches,” a script made from original interviews with descendants of African-American families who migrated to Vancouver during World War II. The presentation runs 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday at Clark County Historical Museum, 1511 Main St., Vancouver. Admission is $4 for adults; $3 for seniors and students; $2 for ages 18 and younger. 360-993-5679 or www.cchmuseum.org
Downtown Camas Association will host “A Chocolate Affair to Remember” for Camas First Friday. From 5 to 8 p.m. Feb. 6, visitors can discover chocolate treats and romantic gifts at downtown businesses. Northeast Fourth Avenue, Camas. 360-216-7378 or downtowncamas.com
