Happy Monday, Vancouver!

Happy Monday, Vancouver! Winter break is officially here, which means half of us are in pajamas by noon, the other half are frantically traveling, and the rest of us are just wondering… how many people are actually still in town right now?

Even with schools out and inboxes going suspiciously quiet, there are still a few things happening around Vancouver this week…perfect for those sticking close to home, hosting out-of-town guests, or just looking for an excuse to leave the house between holiday meals.

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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🚧 Clark County Historical Museum Closes Through February

The Clark County Historical Museum is temporarily pressing the pause button on the past. The doors are closed until February, but don’t worry…history isn’t going anywhere, it’s just under construction!

🎭 Curtain Call: Center Stage Clothiers Is Closing for Good

After years of helping Vancouver dress for its starring roles, Center Stage Clothiers is taking its final bow. The beloved costume and clothing shop is closing for good, proving that even the best shows eventually hit their last act.

WEATHER

Well, our chances of a white Christmas are looking pretty slim to none this year.

Monday, 12/22: 52/43 🌧️ PM Showers
Tuesday, 12/23: 48/42 🌧️ AM Showers
Wednesday, 12/24: 49/39 🌧️ Showers
Thursday, 12/25: 48/39 🌧️ Showers

EVENTS AND THINGS TO DO [12/22 - 12/25]

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 22nd

🥔 WSU Watch Party Potato Bowl @ Grapes n’ Hops | 10:30AM (FREE)
Did you know that Grapes n’ Hops on 192nd is Coug-owned? Well, now you do, and now you have a place to go watch the Potato Bowl with other Cougars. How totally spud-tacular!

🏃‍♂️ 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 23rd

🩸 Red Cross Blood Drive @ Cascade Park Library | 10AM - 3PM (FREE) 
This isn’t your average library circulation…Cascade Park Library is checking out blood donations! Swing by the Red Cross Blood Drive and save lives, one pint at a time. P.S. did you know that free snacks that taste even better when you’ve just saved a life?

🐻‍❄️ Preschool Polar Bear Painting @ Camas Public Library | 10:30AM (FREE)
Brrr-ace yourself for some bear-y cute art time! Kids will paint adorable polar bear faces while experimenting with fun textures, cool colors, and creative techniques. Perfect for little artists who want to make something ice-solutely adorable.

✍️ 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!

🎄 Christmas Vacation Trivia @ Vice Beer | 7PM (FREE)
Join the crew over at VICE Beer for the hap-hap-happiest Christmas Vacation Trivia since Bing Crosby danced with Danny F*€#ing Kaye. Bring your trivia A-game, your best Griswold impressions, and prepare to sleigh the competition. Bonus points if you can quote Cousin Eddie…without hesitation!

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 24th

🎥 Elf @ Vancouver Mall | 1PM (FREE)
Spread Christmas cheer the Buddy-the-Elf way: with glitter, glue, and lots of handmade joy! Kids can craft festive cards, gift tags, and small presents…all while watching the classic Christmas film “Elf.”

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25th

🎤 Christmas-oke Holiday Party @ Donnells Bar | 8PM (FREE)
Donnells is open Christmas day…because, maybe you need a little liquid cheer and a microphone to survive the holidays?! Take a festive break from family chaos, grab a drink, and belt out your favorite karaoke jams (Mariah is inevitable).

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] 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 can fill up a room but takes no space?

Last Thursday’s Question + Answer: What can you catch but not throw? [Answer: A cold!]