It is widely believed that the poinsettia (scientific name: Euphorbia pulcherrima) was brought to the United States from Mexico in the late 1820s by its namesake, Joel Roberts Poinsett, the first ambassador to Mexico — or, perhaps, his associates.
The 2024 Master Gardener Foundation of Clallam County calendars are available now, featuring full page photography and monthly gardening tips, as well as reminders of upcoming gardening events, workshops and talks.
The Columbia Mothers of Twins Club monthly meeting: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 5, at St. John Lutheran Church, 11005 N.E. Highway 99 Vancouver. Contact 360-573-3318 for more information. Daughters …
Battle Ground Senior Citizens, Inc. Game Day: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, Battle Ground Senior Center, 116 N.E. Third Ave. The Battle Ground Senior Citizens group will hold their new Game Day …