Happy Thursday, Vancouver!

This weekend’s forecast is just plain showing off…we’re talking temps in the upper 70s. Yes, you read that correctly. Break out the sunglasses, cancel your indoor plans, and lather on that sunscreen.

It’s also a meaningful weekend for many in our community, so Happy Easter and Happy Passover to all who celebrate! May your weekend be filled with good food, great company, and at least one chocolate-related decision you don’t regret.

Just as a reminder, you can check out our guide to free and low-cost Easter Egg Hunts in Clark County here.

In true Vancouver fashion, the calendar is packed with fun events to match the sunshine, giving you plenty of excuses to get out and enjoy it. That said, it’s not all good news…we also have a sad update about a beloved local pool closing, a reminder that even as things heat up, change is always in the air.

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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LOCAL NEWS

👙 Jim Parsley Community Center Pool Will Close Permanently in August 2026

Time to soak it in while you can…the pool at Jim Parsley Community Center is set to close permanently in August 2026. The longtime community spot has hosted countless swim lessons, lap sessions, and questionable diving attempts over the years, but its final splash is now on the calendar. If you’ve got nostalgic pool memories (or just want one last cannonball), consider this your official countdown.

WEATHER [4/3 - 4/5]

Ok, so this weather sounds like a belated April Fool’s Day joke, but make no mistake…this is the true forecast for this weekend!

Friday, 4/3: 64/40 🌤️ Partly Cloudy
Saturday, 4/4: 73/48 🌤️ Mostly Sunny
Sunday, 4/5: 78/49 🌤️ Partly Cloudy

EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO [4/3 - 4/5]

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

Stay tuned for Monday morning’s newsletter, where we’ll give the lowdown on all the cool upcoming weekday events for next week!

FRIDAY, APRIL 3rd

🌱 Hands-On Plant Propagation @ Heritage Farm | 9:30AM (FREE)
Ready to grow your plant skills? This hands-on workshop will have you branching out as you learn the basics of plant propagation at the 78th Street Heritage Farm. You’ll leaf with two plants you propagated yourself...and maybe a new favorite hobby?! Bring your own plants if you want to multiply the fun.

🎨 Art in Bloom @ Vancouver Arts Hub | 5PM (FREE)
The Battle Ground Art Alliance is back and ready to spring into creativity with “Art in Bloom”! Wander through a gallery where fresh pieces are blossoming on every wall...no watering required!

🖼️ RE: Collection @ Art at the Cave | 5PM (FREE)
Art at the Cave is here to re-collect your attention. “RE:collection” explores how artists turn the discarded into something worth a second look. These artists are piecing it all together in ways that go far beyond your average canvas.

🎉 First Friday @ Downtown Vancouver | 5PM - 8PM (FREE)
First Friday is back! Downtown Vancouver lights up with art, live music, and good vibes. Stroll the galleries, sip something local, and discover your new favorite artist…or taco truck.

🏊 Easter Family Swim @ Goldfish Swim School | 5:30PM (FREE)
Hop on over to Goldfish Swim School for an egg-stra fun Easter Family Swim! Make a splash with the fam, hunt for treats, and dive into some holiday fun.

🎤 Elvis Impersonation Contest @ Magenta Theater | 6:45PM (FREE)
Magenta Theater is all shook up with an Elvis Impersonation Contest! Sing, strut, swivel your hips...you’ve got three minutes to prove you’re the King (or Queen) of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Compete for tips, win over the crowd (just $1 per vote!), and see who can’t help falling in love with you.

🎭 “Four Old Broads” @ Magenta Theater | 7:30PM ($28)
Pack your bags, because these ladies are dying to go on vacation! When a sassy seniors cruise is on the line, a group of Magnolia Place residents must outwit, outplay, and outlast one seriously suspicious nurse. With memory mishaps, mysterious pills, and one very persistent Elvis impersonator, this show proves you’re never too old to cause a little trouble...or rock the boat.

🎮 MarioKart Tourney @ Ghost Runners Brewery | 8PM ($15)
Start your engines, because it’s time to shell-ebrate chaos at this MarioKart tournament! With 32 players, a 4-round Grand Prix, and double elimination, things will go from zero to banana peel real fast.

SATURDAY, APRIL 4th

🛍️ Vintage & Thrift Pop-Up Shop @ Brickhouse Bar & Grill | 10AM – 7PM (FREE)
Get ready to re-wear the past at this one-day Vintage & Thrift Pop-Up! Center Stage Clothiers is bringing racks of pre-loved, pre-approved pieces for this thrifty pop-up shop.

🪔 Turkish Lamp Workshop @ Hilton Vancouver | 10AM – 5PM ($109)
Ready to glow all out? Create your own Turkish mosaic lamp in this hands-on workshop while you sip on Turkish tea, enjoy sweet treats, and piece together a design that’s truly lit.

🛒 Vancouver Farmers Market @ Esther Short Park | 10AM - 2PM (FREE)
Your weekly reminder that vegetables can be aesthetic and bread is always the answer. Stock up, stroll around, and try not to spend all your money on honey and hot sauce. But, if you do, at least you’re spending local?!

🌸 Spring Fling Market @ The Shop + Creative Space | 1PM – 5PM (FREE)
It’s time to spring into shopping at this cozy pop-up market featuring 11 vendors and a matcha bar. It's a matcha made in heaven!

👕 Clothing Swap @ Cascade Park Library | 2PM – 4PM (FREE)
Refresh your wardrobe without spending a dime! Join the all-ages Clothing Swap at Cascade Park Community Library. Bring up to 15 pieces in good condition (no holes, no stains) and leave with fresh finds for every style, size, and gender. It’s fashion that recycles itself!

🎤 Still I Rise: a Celebration of African American Women @ Metropolitan Theatre | 6:30PM (FREE)
Celebrate the strength, artistry, and legacy of African American women at this free performance event at the Metropolitan Theatre. This evening honors resilience, creativity, and the voices that continue to inspire.