Happy Monday, Vancouver!

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! As the candles light up, and the rain decides to move in for (what feels like) an extended residency, we’re balancing a little heartbreak with a lot of hope this week. We’re saying a sad goodbye to a beloved local coffee shop (pour one out… preferably something hot), while also buzzing over very exciting news about a potential new performing arts center that could bring even more music, theater, and culture to our city.

Anyways, here's what to expect in today's edition of The PNW Report (Vancouver):

📰 Local News
☁️ Weather
🎉 Events & Things To Do
🤔 Lateral Thinking Puzzle

Let's get started!

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☕️ Presso Coffee on Fourth Plain Is Shutting Down Permanently

Bad news for your morning routine: Presso Coffee on Fourth Plain is officially closing up shop. The kitchen will serve its last bites on December 15t, and the last day for drinks, vibes, and one final caffeine-fueled goodbye is December 31st, meaning you can ring in the new year…with a broken heart. Presso’s two other locations in Camas and Portland will remain open.

🎭 Vancouver is Working on Building a Stand-Alone Performing Arts Center

City leaders are actively planning a new downtown performing arts venue that can flex from an intimate 400–600 seats to a full ~1,000 seats for bigger shows…kind of like stretchy pants for performances?!

So what’s the goal with this new performing arts center? Support local artists and bring in touring acts more than 300 days a year. The site is near the to-be-built Hilton Convention Center and Waterfront connector. City Council is expected to review costs and funding in early 2026. We’ll keep you updated as we know more!

WEATHER

No surprises here…

Monday, 12/15: 58/48 🌧️ Rain
Tuesday, 12/16: 56/43 🌧️ Rain
Wednesday, 12/17: 48/41 🌧️ Rain
Thursday, 12/18: 55/47 🌧️ Rain

EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO [12/15 - 12/18]

Looking for something fun to do this week? You’re in the right place! 🎉 

Stay tuned for Thursday morning’s newsletter, where we’ll give the lowdown on all the cool upcoming weekend events!

MONDAY, DECEMBER 15th

🏃‍♂️ Run Club @ Foot Traffic | 5:45PM (FREE)
Looking for an excuse to be active but mostly just want to socialize? This run club is 50% chatting, 50% running, and 100% a good time. They meet at the Trader Joe’s on Chkalov, you know, just in case you wanna grab some cheese for the drive home.

🤣 Chicks & Giggles @ Donnell’s | 6PM - 8PM (FREE)
Mondays don’t have to be so miserable…laugh your way into the week at Donnell’s! Grab a drink, find a good seat, and get ready for an evening of raw, unfiltered comedy from some of the funniest locals around.

🤣 Open Mic Comedy @ Underbar | 8PM - 10PM (FREE)
Underbar’s Open Mic, hosted by Juan Duran, is the place to be to beat the Monday blues. Their drink selection doesn’t hurt either tbh…sip sip hooray!

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16th

✍️ Shut Up and Write! @ The ARTS Centered | 5:15PM (FREE)
Calling all writers (yes, even you with the half-finished novel hiding in Google Docs)! This is focused weekly writing time to just show up, get words on the page, and meet some fellow word nerds. Write, write, write!

🚲 Urbanism Happy Hour @ Tap Union | 6:30PM (FREE)
Grab your helmet and your happy hour appetite…it’s time for Cycle Vancouver’s Urbanism Happy Hour at Tap Union! Meet fellow two-wheeled enthusiasts, swap stories from the bike lane, and toast to better mobility, stronger community, and fewer potholes.

🎱 Autumn Pinny Cup Tournament @ Silver Ball Social Club | 7PM ($12)
Ready to have a ball? Head over to Silver Ball Social Club for a flippin’ cool pinball tournament. Players will be matched together on teams, regardless of skill levels, so get ready to roll over your opponents!

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17th

🏠 Marshall House Tour @ Officer’s Row | 10AM (FREE)
Step into the past (literally) with a tour of the Marshall House on Officer’s Row! Wander through period furnishings, military memorabilia, and General Marshall’s impeccably preserved study. Tours are available Wednesday through Friday from 10AM - 2PM. Walk-ins welcome!

💐 Camas Farmers Market @ Downtown Camas | 3PM – 7PM (FREE)
We know, we know, this Farmers Market is in Camas, but we thought it was worth mentioning since we Vancouver folks are ~obsessed~ with farmers markets.

🌲 Forest Walk @ Columbia Springs | 3:30PM (FREE)
Wander among the trees, breathe in the mossy vibes, and pretend you’re the opening scene of a wistful indie film during this free forest walk sponsored by Columbia Springs. A knowledgeable guide will talk you through the plants and wildlife seen on the walk…such a tree-t!

🪡 Open Craft @ Hook & Needle Fiber | 4PM - 7PM (FREE)
For when you’re feeling crafty, but also a little too lazy to follow official directions. Bring your supplies, hang out, and make something beautiful at this open craft session...or a tangled mess. We don’t judge!

🍾 White Elephant Bottle Swap @ Caps n’ Taps | 5PM (FREE)
Unwrap some pour decisions at the White Elephant Bottle Swap! Dress festive, bring a $10–$20 beer, cider, or wine to trade…or snag one on-site and wrap it like a pro. Prizes go to the best-dressed and best-wrapped, so bring the cheer (and the cheer in a bottle).

🎺 Music Night @ Willful Wine | 5PM – 7PM (FREE)
Sip wine and sway awkwardly at this delightful evening of music and merlot. Willful Wine knows how to pair a Pinot with a trumpet solo. Wine not?!

🃏 Tabletop and Taps @ Vault31 Bar | 6PM (FREE)
Board games are always a good idea. Join your fellow nerds at this board game meet-up and get ready to pwn some n00bs at Catan. Bring your A-game, or just bring yourself and let the dice and drinks (or both?!) decide your fate.

🧘 Yoga & Tea @ Dandelion Teahouse | 6PM ($20)
Sip happens…especially after savasana! Join Tiffany from Space to Bloom for a restorative yoga class at Dandelion Teahouse. Order your tea before class so it’s ready when you’re off the mat…namaste and sip away!

🍺 Leave Your Troubles at the Door @ Orchards Tap | 6PM (FREE)
At this free comedy show, comedians don’t vent about their own baggage…they roast yours!! Anonymously jot down your woes before the show, toss ’em in the box, and watch some of the Pacific Northwest’s sharpest comics turn your pain into punchlines.

🚰 Well and Septic System Maintenance Workshop @ Heritage Farm | 6PM ($18)
Not the most glamorous topic, but if you own a home with a well or septic system, you definitely want to know this stuff before things go horribly, horribly wrong. This workshop will teach you everything you need to keep your system running smoothly…because trust us, nobody wants a surprise septic disaster.

🎨 Paint a Merry Moose @ Lane Cellars | 6:30PM ($85)
Paint, sip, and get a little moose-terful at this merry sip-and-paint! Elida Field will guide you step by step as you create a festive “merry moose.” Your ticket includes wine, a cheeseboard, and everything you need to leave feeling creative and just a bit deer-lighted.

🤣 Comedy Night @ Shanahan’s | 8PM (FREE)
Grab the mic (literally) every Wednesday! In-person sign-ups kick off at 7:30, and the stage lights blaze at 8:00. Hosted by the one and only Sean Grace, this is your chance to shine, stumble, or just watch others do both.

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 18th

🧂 Salt Dough Ornaments @ Kindred | 10AM ($2 – $5)
Roll into the holidays without the mess! In this salt dough ornament workshop, Kindred has already done the baking so kids can skip straight to the dough-lightful part: painting, glittering, and ribbon-ing their way to a tree-worthy masterpiece.

🏠 Marshall House Tour @ Officer’s Row | 10AM (FREE)
Step into the past (literally) with a tour of the Marshall House on Officer’s Row! Wander through period furnishings, military memorabilia, and General Marshall’s impeccably preserved study. Tours are available Wednesday through Friday from 10AM - 2PM. Walk-ins welcome!

✍️ The Craft of Writing @ Vancouver Library | 10:30AM (FREE)
This writer’s group dives into the craft of writing with a mix of exercises, book discussions, and friendly workshopping. Explore published gems across memoir, fiction, and non-fiction, then test-drive your own stories in a supportive, collaborative setting.

🪶 The Craft of Writing @ Vancouver Library | 10:30AM (FREE)
This writer’s group dives into the craft of writing with a mix of exercises, book discussions, and friendly workshopping. Explore published gems across memoir, fiction, and non-fiction, then test-drive your own stories in a supportive, collaborative setting.

💐 Salmon Creek Farmers Market @ Legacy Salmon Creek | 11AM – 3PM (FREE)
Listen, you’re going to want to start scheduling all of your medical appointments at Legacy Salmon Creek on Thursdays from 11AM - 3PM. Why? Because they have a farmers market on-site, of course!!

🍪 Gingerbread Creations @ Vancouver Library | 3:30PM (FREE)
Build your sweetest masterpiece at this free gingerbread making event where you can craft a house, a boat, or whatever your sugar-fueled imagination cooks up. Drop into Cascade Park Community Library for all the icing, candy, and ginger you need…supplies provided while they last, so don’t crumble under pressure and be late!

🎨 Sip and Paint @ Pepper Bridge Winery | 6:30PM ($85)
Brush up on your artistic skills and wine down at this fun paint and sip event where you’ll paint…and sip. No experience? No problem! your instructor will guide you step by step, and all supplies are included.

🏃‍♀️ Vancouver Run, Grub, and Chug @ The Vancouver Waterfront | 6:45PM (FREE)
Run for your health, and drink for...well, fun. Kind of like a race but with fewer rules and more rewards. This run club meets weekly, so if this is your vibe, guess what? You can do it next week, too!

🎭 Little Women @ Magenta Theatre | 7:30PM ($30)
March on over for sisterly shenanigans, heartstrings, and a little bit of meg-giddy mischief! Magenta Theater brings Louisa May Alcott’s classic to life with laughs, love, and plenty of Beth-tastic moments. Don’t miss this Jo-mazing tale of family, dreams, and drama!

WEEKLY EVENTS

Note: please call or visit each establishment’s website before visiting for a particular event in case details have changed.

BINGO

[MONDAY] Music Bingo Monday @ Ghost Runners Brewery | 7PM (FREE)
[TUESDAY] Bingo @ Grapes n Hops | 6PM (FREE)
[WEDNESDAY] Not Boring Music Bingo @ Fortside Brewing | 6PM (FREE)
[WEDNESDAY] Bar Card Bingo @ Vancouver Elks Lodge | 6PM (FREE)
[THURSDAY] 5 Star Bingo @ Doomsday Brewing Pub | 6PM (FREE)
[THURSDAY] Adult Bingo @ Underbar | 7PM (FREE)

TRIVIA

[MONDAY] Monday Night Trivia @ Shorewood Restaurant and Bar | 6PM (FREE)[MONDAY] Trivia Night @ Pour Choices Pub | 6:30PM (FREE)
[MONDAY] 5 Star Trivia @ Gossip in the Grain | 6:30PM (FREE)
[MONDAY] Trivia Night @ Thirsty Sasquatch | 8PM (FREE)
[MONDAY] Trivia Monday @ Full Heart Irish Pub | 9PM (FREE) 
[TUESDAY] Trivia Night @ Oak Tree Station | 6PM (FREE)
[TUESDAY] Last Call Trivia @ Tip Top Tavern | 7PM (FREE)
[TUESDAY] 5 Star Trivia @ Playmakers Hazel Dell | 7PM (FREE) 
[TUESDAY] 5 Star Trivia @ Heavy Metal Brewing | 7PM (FREE)
[TUESDAY] Trivia Tuesday @ Underbar | 7PM (FREE)
[TUESDAY] 5 Star Trivia @ JB’s Taphouse and Grill | 7PM (FREE)
[TUESDAY] Trivia Night @ Ole’s Outpost | 7PM (FREE)
[WEDNESDAY] Not Rocket Science Trivia @ Coral Club | 7:30PM (FREE)
[WEDNESDAY] 5 Star Trivia @ Grapes n Hops | 6PM (FREE)
[WEDNESDAY] Last Call Trivia @ Victor23 | 7PM (FREE)
[THURSDAY] 5 Star Trivia @ Doomsday Brewing Pub and Pizza | 6PM (FREE)
[THURSDAY] 5 Star Trivia Night @ Ghost Runner Brewery | 7PM (FREE)
[THURSDAY] 5 Star Trivia Night @ Grady’s Public House | 7PM (FREE)
[THURSDAY] Not Rocket Science Trivia @ Brickhouse | 7PM (FREE)

Lateral Thinking Puzzle of the Day

🧠 Time to put your thinking cap on!

Welcome to our Lateral Thinking Puzzle section, where things aren’t always as they seem. Ready to challenge your brain with some tricky scenarios and unexpected twists? Let’s see if you can crack the puzzle!

We’ll give you the answer in Thursday’s edition of The PNW Report (Vancouver)!

Today’s Puzzle: What gets sharper the more you use it?

Last Thursday’s Question + Answer: What goes up and down the stairs without moving? [Answer: A carpet!]