Episodes

Beyond Produce: The Artisans at the Heart of the Vancouver Farmers Market

Wandering through the Vancouver Farmers Market is a treasure hunt for the senses. Beyond the tables of fresh vegetables and berries sits a dynamic community of 94 artisans who transform raw materials into stunning handcrafted goods. With their contribution, the Market is an art gallery, concert venue, and local foods marketplace all rolled into a vibrant celebration of creativity and craftsmanship.

From Fiber to Fashion: G. Tribe Alpaca’s Farm-to-Hat Journey

What do your favorite socks and the best fertilizer in the world have in common? Alpacas, of course! Today we’re getting our feet dirty at G. Tribe Alpacas Farm, home to some of the smartest - and cutest - herd animals in the world. Come along as we figure out how this local family cares for over 30 animals while working full time jobs and still has time to turn alpaca fiber into the gorgeous scarves and hats that keep Clark County warm.

The Arts Hub: Has Vancouver's Arts Scene Finally Found a Home?

The old library building on Mill Plain may not seem like the obvious place for a thriving arts scene, but Vancouver native Christine Richardson has facilitated its transformation it into just that. As the facilitator of The Arts Hub and the executive director of nonprofit theARTScentered, she’s supporting local artists and fostering interdisciplinary cultural collaborations. Christine spills the beans on whether the city is ever ever ever going to open that arts center they promised us (spoiler alert - it’s good news!)

The Local Latte Funding Medical Care in Rural Africa: RichlandHub Makes a Difference

One of the most delicious cups of coffee you can find locally is also funding the building of a medical center in rural Africa. RichlandHub Coffee Roasters works directly with cooperatives and small-scale coffee farmers in Africa, ensuring they receive a fair and stable income. With all profits returning to the place the coffee comes from, RichlandHub as more than just a place to buy coffee; it's a community working together to make a difference.

Vancouver Ballet Folklórico: Bringing the Rhythms of Mexico to Clark County

Vancouver Ballet Folklórico is more than just a traditional Mexican dance company; it's a vibrant community hub, a cultural touchstone, and a place where heritage thrives. Led by the dynamic mother-daughter duo Anna and Marianna Cruz, Vancouver Ballet Folklórico is one of Clark County’s beloved treasures. Find out more about the group behind the annual Día de Muertos festival and the gorgeous costumes we see all around the county.

History in the Wild: Touring our Past & Present with the Clark County Historical Museum

In a historic red brick building on Main Street, the Clark County Historical Museum is breathing new life into the past. "Our" museum doesn't just stop inside these four walls, though. It takes us out into the streets of our community to deepen our connection and appreciation of our past... and our present.

Hot Jazz, Sweet Dance: Salty Sounds of the Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra

What are the tunes that make you wanna get up and dance? Well for the last hundred years, American popular music has been getting people out of their seats and onto their feet with hot jazz and sweet dance music that’s impossible to ignore. And Clark County happens to be home to the guy that’s making sure this incredible music lasts for the next 100 years. Today, we’re visiting the Historic Music Preservation Project and Ne Plus Ultra Jass Orchestra.