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Today’s August First Friday: “Small Town Summer Fun!”

First Friday in Camas is coming today with a focus on “Small Town Summer Fun” with the fun beginning at 5 pm in downtown Camas on 4th Avenue. The festivities end at 8 pm.

Due to the heat, several of the outdoor games and crafts are moving indoors.  

Downtown shops, restaurants, galleries, and the Liberty Theatre will have their air conditioning to keep things nice and cool. Stop by Journey at 304 NE Birch for games, crafts, and your activity list for the evening.

First Friday Activities

  • Play the “Guess the Missing Word” game in downtown businesses & earn tickets to win great summer prizes!
  • Outdoor fun & games including duckie race, marble grab, cornhole, ring toss, and more with prizes (*most will be brought inside Journey due to the heat)
  • Woo-hoo! 3 Ribbon Cuttings and Grand Opening Celebrations for Salon 904 at 5pm, 904 NE 2nd; Camas Beauty Bar at 5:15pm, 210 NE 4th; and Salud! Wine Bar-Event-Center-Wine Storage at 5:30pm, 224 NE 3rdAvenue. All are invited.
  • Free kids’ painting sponsored by The Paint Roller Mobile Paint Party
  • Make a paper boat and see if it floats!
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Artist working on 4th Avenue in downtown Camas.

To learn more, visit www.downtowncamas.com

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Camas, Washougal Cities Offer Cooling Stations During Heat Wave

The cities of Camas and Washougal are opening COOLING STATIONS this week due to the extreme heat warning for the Pacific Northwest.

The City of Camas is extending hours at the Camas Public Library.

“The Camas Public Library will be utilized as a cooling center to provide relief to those trying to keep cool,” said Camas City Councilwoman, Bonnie Carter. “Library hours have been extended — from 10 am to 8 pm.”

The City of Washougal will be opening COOLING STATIONS all week at the municipal complex in downtown Washougal, which is located at 1701 C Street, as follows:

  • Tuesday – City Hall and Library (8 am-5 pm), Community Center (5-9 pm)
  • Wednesday – City Hall and Library (8 am-5 pm), Community Center (5-9 pm)
  • Thursday – City Hall and Library (8 am-5 pm), Community Center (5-9 pm)
  • Friday – City Hall and Library (8 am-5 pm), Community Center (5-9 pm)

There are also several churches with the community participating in the relief effort. Look for the COOLING STATION signs throughout Washougal.

CRESA has information regarding ways and places to stay cool. Clark County Public Health, in coordination with CRESA, has also released information about how to avoid over-heating and the prevention of health-related illness.

 

 

 

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Local Aviation Association Offers Fun Plane Rides This Weekend

Grove Field, WA — As part of the upcoming Camas Days festivities, the Camas Washougal Aviation Association (CWAA) is hosting two fun events — a Steak Feed Fundraiser this Saturday, and an Open House/Public Plane Ride on Sunday.

“The  Sunday Open House is for our Aviation Association that is based at Grove Field,” said Terah Brice,  CWAA Treasurer and Social Committee Chair. “The funds go towards several scholarship offerings ranging from Aviation Education, Summer Camp financial aid for the week long, the youth camp that we put on every July and also funding for local future pilots to help cover costs of obtaining their private pilots license from our field. So it can cover fuel, airplane rentals, ground schooling or help pay for their flight instructor.”

Costs are $25 per ride.

CWAA member pilots are volunteering their time and planes to give the public a look into what general aviation is really all about, as well as to open up our invitation for people to join and be active with the organization, said Brice.

“Or to give them an opportunity to look into pursuing education or flight training,” she said. “We will be selling rode tickets from 10-2:30pm but often have pilots in the air until after 6pm. We are hoping for a food truck or will have popcorn, hotdogs, chips and water available.”

The annual CWAA events are a fun part of the Camas Days celebration.

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CWAA pilot gets ready to depart Grove Field.

CWAA Steak Feed

The Steak feed will be held Saturday, July 22 from 5-9 pm costs $20 at the door (gate) and it’s right on the airfield at 632 NE 267th in Camas. CWAA tosses tents up and visitors may eat alongside the runway. There will be raffle baskets donated by downtown shops and restaurants, which will include anything from gift certificates to trinkets to large items. The time is 5-9pm for that. Guests can mingle and have one-on-one talks with pilots if they are interested in pursuing aviation or are simply curious.

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To learn more, visit www.cwaagrovefield.org/home

 

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State Baseball Tournament: Camas LL 12U All Stars Fall to Marysville

Federal Way, WA — The Camas 12U All-Star baseball team fell to Marysville, 6-5, on Saturday at the Washington State Little League Tournament, and face West Valley tonight in a must-win game.

The boys fought back after falling down by four runs in the fourth inning during Game 1. Their comeback fell short, though. The Camas All-Stars scored three runs in the failed comeback on a home run by Zach Blair, and a groundout by Jackson Knuth.

Camas stayed right with Marysville into the fourth inning, when Marysville hit a home run. Marysville captured the lead in the first inning when player #7 drove in a run when he was walked with bases loaded. Camas knotted the game up at two in the bottom of the third inning when Blair drove in one run when he homered, with zero outs.

The Camas starting lineup:

  • Zach Blair
  • Easton McCarty
  • Carson Gilligan
  • Justin Taylor
  • Jackson Knuth
  • Tyler Stewart
  • Stephen Behil
  • Ethan Hubbell
  • Canon Bauman

Tonight is a must-win for the boys to continue tournament play.

The Camas 12U All-Star team won the District 4 Tournament last Monday night, and were undefeated in post-season play until Saturday’s game. The team is coached by Casey Taylor.

To learn more, visit www.camasll.com

 

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Events: Camas Farmer’s Market, Battle Ground Harvest Days

There are few events happening this week that will be quite fun.

Camas Farmer’s Market | Wednesday, July 12 3-7 pm

There’s something new to eat or enjoy each week at the Camas Farmer’s Market. Try some new cuisine, buy some fresh produce, or just relax on a nice summer day. The market is located in downtown Camas, on 4th Avenue, in front of the Camas Public Library. Come enjoy the fun!

Battle Ground Harvest Days | Friday, July 14 @ 6:30 and Saturday, July 14 @ 10 am

The hometown celebration begins with the carnival and annual Harvest Nights Car Cruise, featuring more than 400 classic and custom cars, for a Friday night gathering. Staging begins at 4:30 p.m., with cruising beginning at 6:30 p.m., plus a burn out pit from 7 to 10 p.m. Participating cars should be vintage, from 1978 or older.

Saturday kicks off with the Grand Parade at 10 a.m. followed by a beer and wine garden, carnival rides, skateboard and BMX competition, a GeoCoin challenge, a kickball tournament and the annual talent show at 1 p.m. This year’s concert headliner will be Josh Gracin, an American country music singer and “American Idol” contestant. He will perform at 7:30 p.m.

To learn more, visit battlegroundchamber.org

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Camas 11/12 All-Star Team Wins Districts

Vancouver, WA — The Camas Little League 11/12 All-Star Baseball team handily won the District 4 Championship Monday night against Fort Vancouver with a final score of 12-2. The win propels the 14-member team onto the Washington State Little League tournament, which begins Saturday, July 15.

The undefeated (4-0) Camas team “10-runned” the competition in every tournament game.

During the Championship game, Cannon Bauman pitched the entire game — 79 pitches — and didn’t allow any runs until the fourth inning.

Offensively, Zach Blair got things going in the first inning with a base hit. A double from Justin Taylor brought Zach “Z-Train” in to score the first run of the night. Taylor stole third. Holt Williams got a base hit, bringing in Taylor to score.

At the top of the second inning, Bauman struck out three Fort batters in a row.

Tyler Stewart hit a double, and Caisen Burr followed with a double RBI, bringing Camas ahead 3-0.

Fort found their bats during the third inning, and got on base once, but the Camas defense held them.

At the bottom of the third inning, Jackson Knuth hit the only home run of the night, bringing the score to 4-0, but Camas wasn’t done yet. Hits by Bauman, Stewart, Burr, Cade Gehlen, Blair, and Carson Gilligan added another 5 runs to the scoreboard. It was Camas 9-0 by the top of four.

All-Stars

The District 4 Little League All-Star Champions.

A little breeze was blowing for Fort during the fourth inning. They got one base hit, and a couple walks. Defensively, Bauman was showing signs of fatigue, throwing a few more balls than he had previously. Fort scored two.

Fort walked a couple Camas players, and eventually bases were loaded. The game came to a quiet stop with  two walks that gave Camas the 10-run advantage.

The team will take Tuesday off, and then continue practicing on Wednesday night as they prepare for State.

“We stayed even keeled and didn’t allow failure to determine what we did next,” said Coach Casey Taylor. “To prepare for State, we won’t let the moment overcome us. We’ll just play baseball.”

Jackson Knuth was really pleased what his team accomplished during the All-Star tournament.

“Well, we went out right from the get-go, and we just hit really well,” Knuth said. “We were focused. Fort had a great tournament. We came out and had fun.”

To learn more, visit www.camasll.com

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Cannon Bauman pitched the entire game — 79 pitches.

All-Star Championship Game Photos

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Events: First Friday, Camas Car Show, All-Stars

Camas July First Friday | July 7 5-8 pm

July’s First Friday is a fun celebration of dogs! July 7th, 5-8pm. Doggie talent show with prizes and new this year, a parade sponsored by Miss Nola’s Cafe with a Mardi Gras theme in honor of the Barkus Parade at Mardi Gras! How fun! There will be Cajun Zydeco music as well by The Mudbugs from 5:30-7:30pm compliments of Miss Nola’s!

Vendors, kids’ crafts with a mardi gras dog theme, a dog breed guessing activity in participating businesses, and more! There will also be a dog and owner look-alike contest! Bring your favorite pooch (leashes required) and make a fun night of it! Parade and music sponsored by Miss Nola’s Cafe and talent and look alike contests sponsored by Naturally Healthy Pet in Downtown Camas.

There will also be a live demonstration at the Attic Gallery to kick off the First Annual Local Artists Invitational Exhibit. Visit www.atticgallery.com

Miss Nola’s will be giving out free hush puppies! Perfect themed treat!

The Doggie Talent Show & Dog & Owner Look Alike Contest will be at 6pm and the Camas Barkus Parade will be at 7pm. There will be judging of best costumes in the parade with prizes for “Most Original”, “Cutest”, and “Most Mardi Gras Inspired”. For the Talent Contest, the judging will be for “Most Clever”, “Most difficult”, and “Cutest” Talents. Sign up when you get to First Friday at the DCA table, up to 15 minutes before each event. The contests, parade, crafts and other fun will be between 4th and 5th on Cedar Street. No cost to enter.

To learn more, visit www.downtowncamas.com

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Camas First Friday in July has a dog theme.

Camas Car Show | July 8 4-8:30 pm

Come stroll the beautiful streets of historic Downtown Camas and enjoy the many classic and custom cars and trucks that fill the town. Old favorites and new discoveries in this 12th annual event. Always an exceptionally fun time! This is a great event for any car enthusiast.

This event will be held on Saturday, July 8th, 2017 from 4-8:30pm.

Admission is FREE to spectators.

Awards will include Best in Show, People’s Choice and Sponsors’ Picks. Best in Show award will be presented by Camas Mayor Scott Higgins and Best in Show car will be featured on next year’s Camas Car Show poster and promotions! Goodie bags to first 100 cars and dash plaques to first 200 cars.

Raffles, live music by Bluez Cruizer, dance by the Virtuosity Performing Arts Studio at 6pm and other family friendly entertainment including face painting and balloon art!

Glory Days will be at the show with Camas Car Show T-shirts this year!4th and Birch

Kids’ Coloring Contest! Color a cool car pic for a chance to win fun prizes–three age categories: 3-6 years, 7-10, and 11-14. Winners will be announced right before car awards. Every child that participates receives a free hot wheels car :)!

Food will include Getta Gyro, Truly Scrumptious pie and pastries, My Dad’s Kettle Korn, Oriental Kitchen, Tequila Mexican Grill and more.

Our Car Show benefits the Camas Washougal Treasure House Food Bank. Bring two cans of food, get a free raffle ticket, and help those in need!

Camas Little League All-Stars | July 8 @ 1 pm

The Camas LL 11/12 All-Star Baseball team competes with Fort Vancouver in Game 2 of their District 4 Tournament, at David Douglas Park in Vancouver. The game begins at 1 pm.

The boys beat Cascade 13-3 in four innings during Game 1 on July 6.

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PARKLANDS BRINGS LARGE-LOT LUXURY TO AREA

Development will also feature the Archery District Business Park, bringing convenience of new urbanism and walkable communities to Camas Meadows area

Camas, WA – Construction has officially begun on the most anticipated development in Southwest Washington. The long-awaited Parklands at Camas Meadows will feature 41 single-family lots nestled between Lacamas Lake and the Camas Meadows Golf Course. The City of Camas has permitted the project, and workers began construction earlier this Spring. Phase 2 of the development will also include the Archery District Business Park, with retail and commercial properties to round out the development and make it a complete live-work-play environment.

Demonstrating the popularity and demand for this project, 50% of the home lots have already been reserved. Lot sizes range from 15,000 to 18,000 square feet, and all are zoned for the possibility of an additional dwelling such as a guest house or “mother-in-law” unit. Every home will be unique and built to suit. Home values will be $1.2M and above. Lots of this nature have not been available in the area since Lacamas Shores was completed in the late 1990s.

Therapeutic walking trails connect the properties and intersect with the Heritage Trail which borders Lacamas Lake. Situated right next to Camas Meadows Golf Course, the development is within 2 miles of plentiful retail and public services, and approximately 25 restaurants and brewpubs in Camas and East Vancouver. Within Camas city limits, Parklands is also within the Camas Public Schools district, rated one of the top school districts in the state of Washington.

Locally owned and managed, the Parklands project has been developed entirely by private funders. Investment opportunities in this SEC 506(c) are available through www.Mark4Fund.com.

To learn more about the Parklands at Camas Meadows, or to inquire about lot sales, please visit www.TheParklandsatCamasMeadows.com or contact Heather DeFord at 360.608.4321 or heather.deford@cascadesir.com.

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Events: Wednesday Fun For Everyone

Oaks Park Wild Wednesdays with Z100 | June 21 – August 30

Every Wednesday June 21 through August 30th is “Wild Wednesdays” with Z100 at Oaks Park!

Click on the coupon below, and print or load it onto your phone. Bring the coupon to Oaks Park and get a Deluxe Ride Bracelet, Roller Skating & a bottled water for only $14!!

To learn more, visit: http://oakspark.com

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Wild Wednesdays at Oaks Park.

Camas Farmer’s Market This Wednesday | June 28 3 pm – 7 pm

Come see what new vendors and farmers are bringing to the Camas Farmer’s Market this week!  Come to sample some great foods, and shop at some great vendor booths. It’s a great idea for dinner. The market occurs every Wednesday through September.

The market has a variety of local produce, plants, and food. Located at 4th Avenue in front of the Library, in downtown Camas. From 3 pm – 7 pm.

To learn more, visit camasfarmersmarket.org

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Les Schwab St. Paul Rodeo | June 30-July 4

Join Les Schwab Tire Centers at the 82nd annual St. Paul Rodeo, June 30-July 4, 2017! Over the course of a few days, thousands converge on the small town of St. Paul to watch the biggest names in pro rodeo compete for their share of nearly $500,000 in cash prizes! With specialty acts, colorful commentary, a carnival, the Tack Room Saloon, Wild West Art Show, and a July 4th parade, the St. Paul Rodeo offers wild-west fun for everyone!

To learn more, visit http://www.stpaulrodeo.com/

 

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Events: Festival of Balloons Starts Friday

Festival of Balloons | June 23-25, 5:45 am Launch

The fun-filled Festival of Balloons in Tigard begins Friday, June 23rd and lasts through Sunday.  The hot air balloons are definitely the featured attraction of the festival, but there’s more to see and do. Get down to Cook Park early each morning to experience the spectacular hot air balloons as they launch (weather permitting) and dot the morning sky. Spend the afternoon shopping at the craft and business vendor booths. Don’t miss the Festival of Cars presented by Landmark Ford Lincoln on Sunday. Of course, it wouldn’t be the festival of balloons without the ever impressive Night Glow presented by Walmart on Friday and Saturday nights; the Rogue Beer Garden, live music on the Main Stage presented by Grocery Outlet- King City; Funtastic carnival fun center, cotton candy, and a whole lot more!

To learn more, or to buy tickets, visit http://www.tigardballoon.org/#day-one

Strawberry Short Course Festival | June 24, 10 am-2 pm

This is a free all-ages community event on the Gresham Campus with short courses on fun topics, booths from local organizations, entertainment, and kids’ activities. Free strawberry shortcake cupcakes will be served!

Z100 will be DJing all day! FREE Planetarium shows, BINGO, FREE Cosmetology services, Penny’s Puppet Show’s and much more!

There are interesting topics available for everyone!

Classes are free! Take a look at the course schedule, plan ahead and register online early to reserve your spot! With more than 30 booths–there’s something for everyone!

To learn more, visit https://www.mhcc.edu/Strawberry-Short-Course-Offerings/

Gresham Campus
 26000 S.E. Stark St.
Gresham, Oregon 97030

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Lung Love Cancer 5K Run/Walk | June 24, 9 am

Move with purpose! Help raise awareness and support for lung cancer. Join us to help those diagnosed, at risk and the people who love them in their fight against lung cancer. Unite those impacted in your community by participating in the third annual Lung Love Run/Walk Portland. This event is a 5k through Laurelhurst Park with a 1-mile option (Strollers are welcome).

When: Saturday, June 24, 2017

Where: Laurelhurst Park – 3756 SE Oak Street – Portland, OR 97214

Time: On-site registration begins at 7:30am. The 5k starts at 9:00am and it is an untimed event.

Online Registration prices are below:

Child (4 years and under): Free

Youth (5 to 12 years): $15

Adult (13 years and older): $30

Lung Cancer Survivor: Free

To register online, visit: https://secure3.convio.net/lca/site/TRR/WalkMap/General/873155702?pg=utype&fr_id=1211

 

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