This weekend is the annual Día de Muertos Festival, brought to our community by Vancouver Ballet Folklórico. VBF 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.

Visit them at vbfolklor.org | Instagram | Facebook

For pictures and videos, visit the episode page.

Other organizations & creatives this episode celebrates:
- Fourth Plain Commons
- La Casita
- Karen Madsen

Thanks to Stephanie Luna-Garcia and Marianna Cruz for sharing their dancing with us!

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Tucked away in an industrial corner of Washougal that's bordered by a wildlife refuge, Recluse Brew Works has quietly become a cornerstone of Clark County's thriving craft beer scene. Founded by brewer Gus Everson and managed by Richard La Rue, Recluse embodies the collaborative and community-centered spirit that makes the Pacific Northwest's beer culture so distinctive.

Visit them at reclusebrew.works | Instagram | Bluesky

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Other organizations & creatives this episode celebrates:

• Help Support the Washougal Community Library
• Artisans Guild of Camas

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The creative process sometimes feels like a mystery. It’s part inspiration, part spiritual connection, and many parts hard work. The artistic journey of Ann Fleming, a Ridgefield-based visual artist spans decades as she moved from pottery to sculpture to collage to painting. From firing kilns in the snow to creating contemplative figures on canvas, Ann's story is one of passion, transformation, and community connection.

Visit her at annfleming.com | Instagram

For pictures of some awesome art (and more!), visit the episode page.

Other local organizations & creatives this episode celebrates:
- Art at the Cave Gallery
- Clark County Open Studios
- Don Gray
- Jennifer Williams
- Bev Joswiak
- Jill Mayberg
- Ridgefield Art Association

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📍 I'm Into This Place is Clark County, Washington's arts, culture, and heritage podcast. We take you behind the scenes with the artists, makers, and community leaders shaping our local culture - from art and music to food, history, and heritage. Listen in as we bring you interviews, event previews, and tips on where to explore. We also shine a light on the issues and opportunities shaping our region’s cultural landscape, from Vancouver to Camas to Ridgefield and beyond. Find more at imintothisplace.com.