Camas May First Friday: Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure

Camas, WA — Everyone is invited to First Friday on May 2 from 5-8pm, for an evening featuring the theme “Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure”. Attendees can participate in themed games, crafts, and activities, as well as enjoy extended shopping hours, local dining, live music and art exhibits throughout Downtown Camas.

Join the fun at 5 pm for a special ribbon cutting atDestination 339, a new event rental space in the heart of Downtown Camas. Located at 339 NE Cedar St, this stylish and versatile venue is now open for private events, gatherings, and celebrations. Come meet the owners, tour the space, and help us welcome this exciting new addition to our downtown community.

Other First Friday activities include:

• See what the gnomes, fairies and backyard critters are up to in the “Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure!” activity in participating businesses and be entered to win fun prizes donated by the merchants.
• Get your picture taken with Mr. & Mrs. Gnome.
• Find the hidden Gnome & Fairy painted rocks in downtowndonated by local citizen Melissa Guard Anderson.
• Themed Storytime at Autumn Leaf Bookstore, 334 NE 4^th, in English at 6pm and English/Spanish at 6:30pm
• Make Fairy Wands with Little Otters Play Cafe
• Hunt for Mushrooms hidden in downtown for a chance to win a special prize
• Play “Gnome-in-One” putt putt golf at Sweet Intention Gift Boutique, 218 NE 4^th
• Free Fairy Clouds (cotton candy) from Grace Church
• Roast Smore’s with IQ Credit Union, corner of 4^th & Birch (weather permitting).
• Celebrate RedDoor Gallery’s First Birthday! 411 NE Dallas, with refreshments, prizes and live painting demonstrations
• Art gallery exhibitions at Attic Gallery, 419 NE Cedar; Gallery 408, 408 NE 4^th, featuring the new exhibit “All that Blooms” and  Second Story Gallery, 625 NE 4^th, featuring the art show “Contours” featuring the prolific local artist Travis London.
• After hours Shopping & Dining throughout downtown
• Come dressed as a gnome, fairy, or backyard creature and be entered to win 

Start your evening by picking up your First Friday Passport & Activity List at the Downtown Camas Association (DCA) tables in the Journey lobby, 304 NE 4^th Avenue.

“Downtown Camas will have a playful and imaginative feel during May’s First Friday, with gnomes, fairies, and a few surprise backyard creatures adding to the fun,” said Leah Nichelson, Event and Project Manager for the DCA. “Events like this bring people of all ages together. With a mix of art, activities, local shopping and dining, it’s a great way for people of all ages to connect with others and enjoy what makes our downtown so special. No matter what you’re up for, you’ll have fun discovering it in Downtown Camas!

First Fridays are Art, Activities, Dining, and After Hours Shopping themed family friendly events coordinated by the DCA each month of the year to support downtown and develop community. For more information, visit https://downtowncamas.com/event/gnome-fairy-backyard-adventure-may-first-friday/ or the Downtown Camas First Friday Facebook page. Stay connected with everything happening in Downtown Camas by signing up for the DCA Newsletter at https://downtowncamas.com/newsletter-signup/.