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Explore the history and heritage of the Camas-Washougal region on a guided tour of the Two Rivers Heritage Museum. Discover historic tools, textiles, baskets, photographs, and artifacts while learning the stories of Indigenous Peoples, early settlers, and the local communities that shaped the region. Held at Two Rivers Heritage Museum, 1 Durgan Street, Washougal, WA 98671.

A warm invitation to go beyond the familiar visual symbols of Día de los Muertos and explore the food, history, traditions, and cultural meaning at the heart of this deeply cherished celebration. Through stories, flavors, rituals, and remembrance, we enter a space where the past and present meet, where loved ones are welcomed home, and where death is not viewed simply as an ending, but as part of an enduring connection.

In 2018 DNA evidence was used to identify the Golden State Killer, a murderer whose crimes occurred in the late 1970s.  How do forensic scientists use DNA to solve crimes?  This class starts with basics, it is designed to appeal to a science beginner even though it will cover technical information.  What is DNA?  Is it on clothing as well as in blood?  How is it analyzed and used?  How accurate is it?  This class will cover beginning DNA, DNA evidence and analysis as well as a few case studies in how DNA has solved crimes as well as exonerated innocent people.

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Rock & roll was more than a new kind of music, it helped transform American culture. Trace the history of rock & roll from its roots in blues, gospel, country, and rhythm & blues through the birth of rock in the 1950s, the cultural revolution of the 1960s, the fragmentation and expansion of rock in the 1970s, and the rise of punk, alternative rock, and grunge. Explore the musicians, songs, technologies, and cultural changes that shaped rock history and examine larger questions about race, youth culture, rebellion, politics, sexuality, commercialism, and generational identity.

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For more than 140 years, the Camas Paper Mill has shaped the identity, economy, and culture of Camas and surrounding areas. This presentation explores the mill's origins in the 1880s, its growth into one of the region's largest employers, and its impact on generations of families. Learn about the mill's current operations, and its vision for the future.

Held at Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas

Explore the science behind climate change and the questions often raised by skeptics. This balanced lecture examines climate data, common misconceptions, and how scientific evidence is evaluated, encouraging critical thinking and respectful discussion. Speaker: Prof. Kyle Dittmer, Meteorologist & Hydrologist at The Native American Science Center.

Held at Vancouver Community Library, 901 C Street.