The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum and local author Laurie Case Wilhite are hosting a booksigning, program, and conversation featuring Wilhite’s 2022 book, “Paddle to the Pacific: A journey of reflection on the Columbia River.” The event is Thursday, March 2, from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. The evening’s program will include Wilhite reflecting on her 250-mile kayaking journey down the Columbia River from the John Day Dam to Astoria, Oregon. Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum Raptor Coordinator Morgan Olson will also speak about the status of the magnificent avian life along the Columbia Gorge and beyond. There is a pasta dinner option available from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The program is from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Dinner and program tickets are $20 for museum members and $25 for non-museum members. Program-only tickets are $10. For more information, call 541-296-8600 or visit gorgediscovery.org.