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WAIT...Don't Flush That!
An URGENT REQUEST from the City of Dayton
So-called “flushable” wipes—along with baby wipes, paper towels, and tissues—are a leading cause of clogged pipes. Unlike toilet paper, they do not break down in water. Instead, they catch in drains, bind with grease, and form blockages that damage household plumbing and strain municipal sewer systems.
Rule of thumb:
- If it didn't come from your body
- Or isn't toilet paper
DON'T FLUSH IT!
For more information, please contact Dayton City Hall at 509-382-2361, ext 4
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DISH UP DAYTON - February Edition!
Our local businesses need your help!!!
Winter is the perfect time to rediscover what Dayton has to offer—one great meal or beverage at a time. Dish Up Dayton invites you to dine, eat, and drink local during January and February and be rewarded for it. Pick up a monthly Dish Up Dayton passport, spend $10 or more at participating local restaurants, eateries, or beverage spots, and receive a stamp. Collect five stamps on your passport and you’ll be entered to win fun prizes, giving you even more reasons to come back and try new local favorites.
By choosing to eat and drink locally, you’re doing more than enjoying a good meal—you’re supporting local jobs, small businesses, and the heart of Dayton’s economy during the slower winter season. Dish Up Dayton is a fun, simple way to support the places that make our community special while enjoying great food, warm hospitality, and a little extra incentive along the way.
Participating merchants include: Adventure Espresso, Blue Mountain Station, Hotel Hardware/ Bobcat Room, BuckWheat Brewing, Elk Drug Fountain, General Store, The Liberty Theater, Locally Nourished, Moose Creek Café & Bakery, My Dad's Place Restaurant and Bar, Paige's Floral & Gifts, and Table Rock Meat Co. This campaign is sponsored by the Port of Columbia and Choose Columbia County.
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DAYTON ELEMENTARY "NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM"
All...and we do mean all...are welcome to attend the wildly popular Title Night. The evenings theme is "Night at the Museum" and features living history and so much more!
Come and enjoy! Friday, February 6th from 5:30 - 7 PM in the Dayton Elementary Multi Purpose Room.
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HOTEL HARDWARE
CUSTOMER APPRECIATION NIGHT
Hotel Hardware & The Bobcat Room has surpassed a year of operating and they want to highlight their customers with a gesture of appreciation.
They will be selling $5 fresh squeezed Greyhounds and Gin & Tonics (handmade Tonic) while supplies last. Limit 1 per customer.
Dave from Seattle’s @cocina_barelas will be back serving his famous New Mexican style street tacos.
Enjoy great food and innovative cocktails alongside an art exhibit from an extremely talented photographer and a good friend of the owners, @dwlynch_foto who resides in WW by way of Vashon Island.
From Padraic and Jin'Ah: "We are extremely proud of the success we have achieved thus far, especially coming with exactly zero experience. Not just for us but for Dayton. We are building a destination. We can’t do it without you."
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BOLDMAN HOUSE MUSEUM
The Boldman House Museum is now open for the season. The Museum is located at 410 N. 1st Street in Dayton. Hours are Thursday-Saturday, 12:30-5:00 pm. Admission is free. Come see the history and heritage of this amazing family!
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LIBERTY THEATER - Free Movie
Announcing Valentine’s Evening at The Liberty Theater in Dayton! Come join us for a night of romance as we are offering a FREE showing of the 1953 film classic ROMAN HOLIDAY at 7:00 pm February 14.
Reserve your tickets HERE
Watch the classic film ROMAN HOLIDAY in the historic setting of our theater. Enjoy a cozy night out with your special someone or come with friends for a fun night of nostalgia.
This special night will begin when the doors open at 6:15 pm. Regular concessions including our popcorn drizzled with real butter (optional) will be available along with these special offerings for purchase:
• Gelato will be available for purchase from Colville Street Patisserie
• Flowers to purchase for your Valentine from Paige's Floral & Gifts
• Dumas Station Wines, Champagne, and Sparkling Cider will be served
• Hotel Hardware is offering a savings of $30 on any room when you stay
on Feb 14 and when you book direct at www.hotelhardware.com
Free admission for all attendees. (In place of our regular movie, SOLO MIO, for 1 night ONLY). Movie Sponsored by HOTEL HARDWARE! Don't miss out on this special event!
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HOTEL HARDWARE & THE BOBCAT ROOM
Valentine’s Day Date Night in Dayton
Escape your reality at The Bobcat Room in Dayton on Saturday, Feb 14 starting at 5pm. The Q Wood-Fired Grill will be hosting a special Valentine’s Day 3-course dinner. This will be an elevated culinary experience.
The Bobcat Room will also be featuring a playful little cocktail menu for the occasion. Expect the Bobcat’s usual tricks. Tickets can be purchased via PayPal (link in bio). Beer, Wine, & Cocktails can be purchased separately at The Bobcat Room. Reserve your spot today. Limited availability!
Get the full Hotel Hardware experience and stay in one of our luxury rooms on Feb 14 and save $30 on our already adjusted seasonal rates. Book direct at www.hotelhardware.com (link in bio).
Love is in the air in Dayton
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BLUE MOUNTAIN STATION CO-OP MARKET
The team at Blue Mountain Station has some amazing offerings available. They are boxing up sliders for the Superbowl this weekend...and they are serving up a little something sweet for the ones you love on Valentines Day!
Shopping at the Co-Op means supporting Local!
All of the market products come directly from farmers, small business owners, and kitchen/suite renters that they work with at Blue Mountain Station. When you shop at Blue Mountain Station Co-Op, you are not only supporting our neighbors and friends, you are supporting the local economy by keeping the money here in our community for our community
Blue Mountain Station Co-Op loves being able to provide you with affordable, fresh, and local products. The market is located at 700 Artisan Way in Dayton.
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VALENTINE'S "DAY"TON
Stop by the Dayton Chamber of Commerce and sign up for a chance to win a fantastic Valentine's Day package. Who wouldn't love some wine, chocolates and Dayton Dollars?!?
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BLUE MOUNTAIN STATION CO-OP MARKET
2026 Membership Campaign & Drawing
This year, the Blue Mountain Station Co-Op Market is having a membership drawing! Everyone who renews their membership or signs up for a new membership will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win a 1/2 pig graciously donated by Wolther Family Farm.
Memberships must be in by February 28th to have your name entered into the drawing. Pig will be butchered by Mr C's Smokin Co in Waitsburg. Please note that the winner of the drawing is responsible for cut & wrap.
For more information, visit the BMS website by clicking HERE
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MONTHLY CLASSES
The Blue Mountain Station Co-Op is interested in bringing back Monthly Classes at the Market!
There are so many talented people in and around our community, we would love to bring back monthly classes at the market to share these skills/knowledge with our community members! Whether that be a cooking class, gardening, painting, etc... the possibilities are endless.
The goal is to really connect with the community this year and we feel one of the best way to do that is to learn from each other! We would love to get a list together of people interested in teaching a class as well as a list of classes people are interested in taking, so we can start the planning and scheduling!
Send us a message at: bmscoopmarket@gmail.com or give us a call at 509-731-3746, or just stop by the Co-op Tuesday-Saturday 11am-6pm!
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Meet the Maker – Meredith Bretz of Biker B’s Soaps
Blue Mountain Station Co-Op Market is proud to offer local products from local vendors.
This wonderfully smelling company started on a whim back in 1997 and has grown to be a local favorite. You can find Biker B’s hand-crafted items on our shelves at Blue Mountain Station as well as their website: www.bikerbsoaps.com
Handmade with coconut and olive oils, no animal fats are used in the soap making process. With about 25 different products and over 200 scents that change throughout the seasons, you will be able to find the perfect gift for someone or maybe just for your very own. Come smell the goodness.
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FINANCIAL EDUCATION for ADULTS
Blue Mountain Action Council (BMAC) is bringing a financial basics class to Dayton for the first time! Learn tips and tools that help you on the way to financial freedom!
To sign up, call 509-529-4980, or email barbaram@bmacww.org. Events will be held at the Booker Activities Room at Dayton General Hospital.
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Dayton's Coalition for Youth & Families Needs Our Help
HELP! It’s survey time! DCYF is taking the "pulse" of our community and this is a great way to ensure everyone’s voice actually counts toward future changes. We are interested in your opinions about youth substance use in our community.
DCYF needs at least 75 completed surveys, so they need your time and opinion! Your responses will help inform and improve prevention programs for our youth. This 5-7 minute survey is completely anonymous. You may skip any questions or stop the survey at any time. Click HERE to take the survey
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SAVE THE DATE - TRAINING OPPORTUNITY
Small Business Cybersecurity - Webinar Series | Starts Feb. 17
Washington's SBDC is hosting a no-cost, four-part webinar series equips small business owners with practical tools to protect their operations—from securing equipment and avoiding scams to preparing for cyber incidents. Each session includes expert insights and actionable steps to help businesses stay cyber safe.
To register for the first session, please click HERE
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BLUE MOUNTAIN GRIEF & LOSS FOUNDATION
Blue Mountain Grief & Loss Foundation is a compassionate, community-based organization serving Walla Walla and the surrounding region, dedicated to supporting individuals and families navigating grief after the death of a loved one.
Through peer-led support groups, educational resources, and community outreach, the organization provides a safe, nonjudgmental space where people of all ages can share their experiences and find connection. Rooted in empathy and understanding, Blue Mountain Grief and Loss helps participants build resilience, reduce isolation, and move forward with hope while honoring their unique grieving process.
New classes are starting soon. Reach out to them at: 509-386-4750 or via email at: brad@griefandloss.care
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FUNDRAISER YARD SALE!
The Parks & Recreation District (Pool Team) are soliciting clean, usable items to donate for a yard sale in the spring to benefit the building of the Dayton pool. Items can be dropped off at 408 E. Clay in Dayton. Pick up is also available by calling Terri Hessler at 509-629-1573
For more information on the pool, please click: https://www.daytonpool.com/
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Youth Mentoring Program Available - MENTORS NEEDED!
The Coalition for Youth & Families is pleased to announce the launch of a new mentoring program right here in Columbia County. This program will connect Mentors who will be able to share their expertise, inspire others, and help shape the future of Mentees. Mentees will be able to learn from experienced professionals, gain valuable insights, and take their lives to the next level.
To become a Mentor, please contact Kristen - Program Coordinator at: 509-382-3954 or via email at: Kristen_Thorstenson@co.columbia.wa.us. For more information, click: daytonscoalitionforyouthandfamilies.org
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SPACE AVAILABLE FOR LEASE
The Port of Columbia has a great space available for lease.
CAMERON STREET COWORKING - Suite E is 912 sq ft with an outside entry as well as two interior doors. With large windows allowing lots of natural light, this space is bright and roomy. As part of the CoWorking model, the unit has access to the shared meeting room, kitchen and restroom. For more details, click HERE
For more information, or to make an appointment to view the space(s), please contact Tracy Clark at 509-382-2577 or tracy@portofcolumbia.org
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FEBRUARY PORT COMMISSION MEETING
The Board of Commissioners for the Port of Columbia will hold their next regular meeting on Weds February 11, 2026. The meeting will begin at 5pm and be held in the Port of Columbia Conference Room located at 1 Port Way in Dayton. For those that cannot attend in-person, a remote option via ZOOM is available. Please click the below link.
Port Commission Meeting ZOOM LINK
For more information, please contact the Port at 509-382-2577 or auditor@portofcolumbia.org
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Have an event or news you want to get out? Contact us!
If you have a community event, program or news you want to get out, please email the information to: shane@portofcolumbia.org.
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