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Go: Harvest Market, Native American Heritage Festival, ‘The Lion King, Jr.’

By Monika Spykerman, Columbian staff writer
Published: November 16, 2018, 6:00am
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A girl in vibrant purple and turquoise regalia dances at the Water Resources Education Center. The Native American Heritage Festival on Nov. 17 combines a runway show with a holiday craft market from noon to 4:30 p.m.
A girl in vibrant purple and turquoise regalia dances at the Water Resources Education Center. The Native American Heritage Festival on Nov. 17 combines a runway show with a holiday craft market from noon to 4:30 p.m. Contributed photo Photo Gallery

1. Crop shop

Local farmers are busy harvesting a cornucopia of autumn produce — squash, pumpkins, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, kale, apples and pears — as well as making farm products that are delicious in every season, such as artisan cheeses, cured meats, jams and jellies, honey and wine. Get all your favorite fall foods to enjoy on Thanksgiving, plus fresh flowers for your centerpiece and handcrafted goods such as soaps, knitwear, jewelry and one-of-a-kind art at the Vancouver Farmers Market Harvest Market, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 17 at Sixth and Esther Streets in downtown Vancouver, rain or shine. www.vancouverfarmersmarket.com

2. A new tradition

The annual Native American Heritage Festival brings many tribes together to share their traditions and culture at the Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver, from noon to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 17. During “A Celebration of Regalia, Culture & Song,” from 1 to 3 p.m., dancers will wear native regalia and tell stories. Come early or stay late to browse the Native Holiday Craft Marketplace from noon to 4:30 p.m., featuring Native Vendors United and Sacred Waters Fish Company. Water Resources Education Center, 4600 S.E. Columbia Way, Vancouver; free. www.cityofvancouver.us/publicworks/page/water-resources-education-center

3. Show some pride

Journey Theater Arts brings “The Lion King, Jr.” to the stage at Fort Vancouver High School, 5700 E. 18th St., Vancouver, with performances featuring all your favorite songs Nov. 16 through 25. This is a pared-down version of Disney’s award-winning musical that tells the story of royal lion cub Simba as he stands up to the evil Scar and claims his rightful place as king of the Pride Lands. Advance tickets are $12 or $16 at the door. On Family Day, Nov. 17, all tickets are discounted $2 . Check show times at 360-750-8550 or journeytheater.org

4. The silent treatment

Get your popcorn and settle in for a rare treat at 3 p.m. Nov. 18 as the Vancouver Symphony Orchestra Chamber Music Series presents a duo of silent comedies, “The Bell Boy” (1918) and “The Oyster Princess” (1919) with live musical score. “The Bell Boy” features classic comedy shenanigans accompanied by an improvisational score from pianist Rodney Sauer.  “The Oyster Princess” offers sharp satire and graceful visuals, accompanied by four VSO players who will join Sauer. The setting is Vancouver’s restored art deco-era Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St. Tickets are $25 or $10 for students with ID. 360-816-0352 or www.vancouversymphony.org

5. Man in black

The original radio drama “Skyjack ’71: The D.B. Cooper Transmissions” is a re-imagined depiction of the D.B. Cooper legend: in 1971, he jumped from a hijacked plane with bags of cash and was never found. This story — told using voice actors, sound effects and visual backdrops — looks at Cooper’s story from multiple perspectives and has a surprise ending. Come to the Kiggins Theatre, 1011 Main St., Vancouver, as early as 6 p.m. Nov. 21 wearing your best D.B. Cooper costume (black suit, tie, shoes and raincoat plus dark glasses); the show starts at 7 p.m. Tickets are $8 in advance or $12 at the door; snacks, beer and wine are available to purchase in the lobby. www.kigginstheatre.net

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