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August 2019
Summer Camp: LSW Young Architects Design Camp
Young Architects Design Camp is a program developed to cultivate creativity and exploration in children ages 8-12. By placing an emphasis on design-based thinking, imagination, teamwork, and fun, the camp aspires to mold the problem solvers and creative leaders of tomorrow. Each week revolves around a unique central theme that informs a week-long project that culminates in an art walk where campers present their designs.
Find out more »Weekly Honeybee Hikes for Preschoolers at Leach Botanical Garden
Bring your preschoolers to Leach Botanical Garden in Portland for a weekly garden exploration. Your little one will look for wildlife, listen to the wind and the creek, touch a thimble-berry leaf, water the Children's Discovery Garden and maybe even eat a raspberry right off the vine. Then pause while our guide reads the group a story before helping the children craft something fun. Each week is different with seasonal themes. Honeybee Hikes happen every Wednesday from 10 to 11 a.m.…
Find out more »All Ages Book Swap
The Camas Public Library is hosting an all-ages book swap where attendees can trade their used books with others and take home as many items as they brought. The book swap will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 21.
Find out more »Free Comedy Show at Orchards Tap
Orchards Tap, an Old School bar with pool and karaoke, is offering a free weekly comedy show, hosted by Amanda Lynn Deal and featuring some of the best up-and-coming stand-up talents in the area. Comedy nights are held every Wednesday from 8 to 9:30 p.m. for guests 21 and over.
Find out more »Reading in the Wild: Story and Nature Series
Join Vancouver’s Water Resources Education Center for Reading in the Wild, a free outdoor reading series for kids ages 3 to 6 years old. The program connects fun stories with nature activities. Sit under a tree, listen to a story, then roam around the garden to play with plants, rocks, water or critters in the dirt. Note: Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during these activities. Thursdays through Aug. 29.
Find out more »Portland Spirit Offers Rock ‘n’ Roll Cruises Every Thursday This Summer
Enjoy rock 'n' roll on the river all summer aboard The Portland Spirit with the Northwest's best tribute bands. Passengers can climb aboard this moving venue for a two-hour party, as they cruise down the Willamette River. Music is not the only thing on the menu; passengers will be able to purchase from a custom menu and full service bar. Cruises are from 3:15 p.m. to 5 p.m. every Thursday, July through September. This year's lineup is as follows: 7/11…
Find out more »Book to Art Jr.
Book to Art Jr. is a book group for students in grades 6-8 and their adults. The next meeting will be from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Aug. 22. The book being discussed and used for artistic inspiration is "Cinder" by Marissa Meyer. Register to attend at the Camas Public Library service desk, where you can also pick up free copies of the book. Make art inspired by the book and bring it to meeting to share and discuss.
Find out more »Family Fun Fridays in Camas
The City of Camas Parks & Recreation hosts Family Fun Fridays from noon to 1 p.m. every Friday for the month of August. Held in Crown Park in Camas (at Northeast Everett and Northeast 17th Ave.), these free activities are kid-friendly and theme-based. Here's the line-up: Aug. 2: Mad Science: “Spin, Pop, Boom!” Learn about the science of chemical reactions and create some erupting science. Aug. 9: Circus Skills with Shireen. Learn how to spin plates, juggle balls, walk on…
Find out more »Kaffee und Kuchen with Julian
St. Paul Lutheran Church hosts hour-long conversations in German lead by Dr Julian Nelson. Kaffee und kuchen (coffee and cakes) to be provided. Participants do not have to speak German to attend.
Find out more »Flicks on the Bricks in Portland’s Pioneer Square
Portland’s original free outdoor movie series, Flicks on the Bricks, returns Friday, July 26, to Pioneer Courthouse Square for five Fridays in July and August. Admission to each movie is free and attendees are encouraged to bring low back chairs, pillows, cushions, or bean bags. Movie-goers will be able to grab a bite to eat from Pioneer Courthouse Square’s Carts on the Square or a drink from Oregon Mobile Bar Co. while they enjoy the feature film. Live DJs Danny…
Find out more »Free Movies at Crown Park
The City of Camas Parks & Recreation offers its free outdoor Movies in the Park series every Friday in August. Held in Crown Park in Camas (at Northeast Everett and Northeast 17th Ave.), the free movies are family-friendly and begin at dusk. Pre-movie activities such as crafts and games happen one hour prior to showtime. Movies are: "Ghostbusters" (PG) - Aug. 2 at 8:45 p.m. "How to Train Your Dragon 3" (PG) - Aug. 9 at 8:30 p.m. "Jumanji" (PG)…
Find out more »Birding Hikes at Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge
Join a birding hike on the Gibbons Creek Trail at Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge. The hikes, led by either Ron Escano or Ken Pitts, will be held on the following Saturdays at the stated times: April 13, 8 a.m. April 27, 8 a.m. May 11, 8 a.m. May 18, 8 a.m. May 25, 8 a.m. June 8, 8 a.m. June 22, 7 a.m. July 13, 7 a.m. July 27, 7 a.m. Aug. 10, 7 a.m. Aug. 24, 7 a.m.…
Find out more »Vancouver Farmers Market 30th Anniversary Season + a New Location
The Vancouver Farmers Market celebrates 30 years in a new location, moving two blocks north from the intersection of Esther Street and Sixth Street to Esther and Eighth in downtown Vancouver. The new configuration will provide additional space for the market’s 180 vendors as it expands to portions of 8th street and gives visitors a pedestrian-friendly space where they can shop, relax and play in Vancouver’s downtown core. The market runs every Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 27. Saturday hours…
Find out more »Vintage and Art Faire in Downtown Camas
The 11th annual Camas Vintage & Art Faire will return to the tree-lined streets of downtown Camas from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 24. This event brings over 60 vintage and art vendors that fill the downtown streets with vintage, antique and repurposed items as well as many local artists bringing a wide collection of art offerings and styles. Vintage vendors will showcase home and garden items and indoor and outdoor furniture and decor as well as clothing, jewelry…
Find out more »Wheels & Wings Community Appreciation Day
The Port of Camas-Washougal will hold its annual Wheels & Wings Community Appreciation Day at Grove Field Airport from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 24. Free gate admission and free hot dogs, chips and sodas are being provided at this annual event created by the Port to show appreciation to the community for their involvement and support. Live music by the Fabulous Fairlanes and trophies add to the fun of the cruise-in where classic cars and vintage airplanes and…
Find out more »Vancouver Farmers Market 30th Anniversary Season + a New Location
The Vancouver Farmers Market celebrates 30 years in a new location, moving two blocks north from the intersection of Esther Street and Sixth Street to Esther and Eighth in downtown Vancouver. The new configuration will provide additional space for the market’s 180 vendors as it expands to portions of 8th street and gives visitors a pedestrian-friendly space where they can shop, relax and play in Vancouver’s downtown core. The market runs every Saturday and Sunday through Oct. 27. Saturday hours…
Find out more »Storytime with Curious George and Pinkalicious at Kiddie Academy
Kiddie Academy, a local educational child care provider located at 1920 S.E. 167th Ave., Vancouver, invites local children and their families to Storytime LIVE!, a free community reading event at 10 a.m. Aug. 24. During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to enjoy a story reading and classroom visit with Curious George and Pinkalicious. Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras to capture the excitement. Storytime LIVE! is free and open to everyone: current students, new friends interested in…
Find out more »Tomato Tasting Festival
Try some new tomato varieties, old time favorites, Heirloom and unusual varieties. Vote for your favorite and start planning for next summer. Enjoy a fresh BLT or Caprese Salad, offered by Mill Creek Pub for purchase. Local Craft Beer from Fortside Brewing Company offered for purchase. Music and Entertainment by Cary Hart will take place from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. Don't forget to bring your Garden Tools for sharpening for a small fee. Edgemaster Mobil Sharpening is at Shorty's from…
Find out more »Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Train Robbery
The Chelatchie Prairie Railroad will again be hosting a Train Robbery Weekend on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 24 and 25. Come ride the rails and be a part of the action as the “robbers” halt and board the train then make off with your valuable coins and jewelry. Will the Sheriff arrive in time to capture the thieves? The train stops at Moulton Station to visit Yacolt Falls and allow the passengers to visit with and perhaps have their photo…
Find out more »Washougal Pirate Festival at Cottonwood Beach
Washougal’s popular, pirate-themed concert and festival has dropped its anchor at a new venue this summer on Cottonwood Beach at Captain William Clark Park. Pirates in the Park, a family-friendly, festive community event, will be held 1 to 9 p.m. Aug. 24. The event features lively music and entertainment, food and craft vendors, children’s games and activities, beer garden, costume contests and more. The event kicks off at 1 p.m. with food and craft vendors and children and pet activities.…
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