What's Good, Vancouver (3/11)

Happy Tuesday, Vancouver. Hope you’re faring okay with the time change. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let the Vancouver Brief serve up your survival guide for the rest of the week, including:

• Can't-miss events

• Things to start booking now

• Important deadlines and reminders

• Other things going on around town

Let’s dive in.

📆 Vancouver happenings

Today, March 11th
Community Innovation Lab - Calling all creative minds! Help reimagine downtown Vancouver at the Community Innovation Lab today and tomorrow. Bring your best ideas for creating a vibrant, must-visit downtown.

Tomorrow, March 12th
Spring Chinook Tactics - Want to up your fishing game? Join the CCA SW Washington Chapter tomorrow at Big Al’s to learn Spring Chinook tactics from Top Guides NW. Open to all — come for the insights, stay for the community.

Thursday, March 13th
Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic - Poetry lovers, this one's for you! Jim Martin headlines Ghost Town Poetry Open Mic at Art At The Cave on Thursday, alongside live music by Christopher & Stephanie Corbell. Uncensored, inclusive, and always electric.

This weekend

Live tunes - Rock out with Stormdog at Cascade Bar & Grill on Friday. High-energy tunes, good vibes, and a night you won’t forget. See you there!

VHS Swap - Nostalgia alert! Score rare VHS tapes, Laserdiscs, collectibles, and more from 20+ vendors at VHS SWAP on Saturday. Come early for hidden gems, stay late for killer deals.

Vancouver’s Funniest Comedians Competition - The top 20 comedians will battle it out on Sunday at UnderBar, and YOU will decide who moves on.

⌚️ Planning ahead

Assess your financial future: The April 15th deadline is just around the corner, but it’s also time to reassess your financial future each year. We recommend talking with Indigo Wealth Management – they’re highly respected.

Check on that roof: It’s recommended to get your roof checked out once a year and springtime is the best time. Buena Vista Roofing & Construction is one of the top roofing companies in the area, if you need some extra help.

Date night?! Take your significant other out to The Cove for an amazing view and dining experience with a ton of options on the menu, including a raw bar, steaks, or sandwiches.

Staying active: Looking for a new workout spot? Try Standard Culture Fitness Club for great trainers and personalized training.

📰 In other news

Markets are wild. The stock market is a whipsaw lately. Mortgage rates remain high but are ticking down slightly. The job market? A mystery. Expect more volatility ahead. 

February housing update: The median home sold price in Vancouver was $509,978 in February 2025, up 3.1% from last year.

🧩 A quick brain break

As always, this week’s wordle features a 5-letter word hidden inside this edition. Let us know how many guesses it takes you!

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See ya Friday with 20+ new things happening next week.

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