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First Friday Shopping, Dining, Art and Live Music

Downtown Camas First Fridays are the perfect time for families and couples alike to experience a memorable time together! With downtown shops extending their hours until 8pm, you can enjoy after-hours shopping and merchant specials. The vibrant, energetic atmosphere in Downtown Camas is made even more charming by live music that you can find throughout town at Lane Cellars, Birch Street Lounge, Salud Wine Bar, A Beer At A Time and at times Mesa and Camas Cellars.

Stroll the streets and discover the amazing art we have in Downtown! Gallery 408, RedDoor Gallery, Second Story Gallery and now Juxtaposition and their Summer Art series, all offer art exhibits and receptions to enjoy.

From diverse dining options to engaging activities, First Fridays offer an all-inclusive experience that appeals to everyone in our community. Come down and unwind after a long day at work--First Fridays promise an evening filled with new discoveries and an enjoyable time for all! Click here for a listing of all the shops and restaurants and here for more First Friday activities!

Two Opening Celebrations at June First Friday

Help us welcome new faces to Downtown Camas! Two Ribbon Cuttings for fresh businesses will take place during June First Friday the 7th – don't miss the chance to show your support!

The 5pm Ribbon Cutting at RedDoor Gallery, 411 NE Dallas St, will be the culmination of the work of artists/owners Liz Pike, Tamra Sheline, and Heidi Curley. The space is home to a retail art gallery representing 10 local artists, all of whom will be present for the event, as well as art classes, and artist studio space. Enjoy a wonderful reception with refreshments and live music.

And then at 5:30pm, attendees can celebrate the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening of the new Compass Professional Suites and the Bluestream Counseling Group, located at 327 NE 5^th Ave, Suite B. Owners Brian and Sarah Lambert are looking forward to introducing their new wellness collective to Downtown Camas. BlueStream Counseling has a staff ready to serve patients of all ages and Compass Professional Suites offers furnished spaces for professionals to see clients or conduct business.

Join us in welcoming these two new businesses!

Gallery 408 Celebration Tomorrow!

And don't forget the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration at Gallery 408 TOMORROW! Ribbon Cutting at 2pm and then the Grand Opening celebration all evening from 5-8pm! Come see all the incredible art and meet the amazing artists! You will be so glad you came. 408 NE 4th

Juxtaposition Summer Art Series

Juxtaposition is featuring a new event at the store called Summer Art Series. Local Artists will be featured and will showcase their work at the store this Summer! Each artist will be featured during a First Friday evening open reception and will have an opportunity to take part in an extended showing and the series finale "Paint Off" in September!

Here's the list of upcoming featured artists:

First Friday, June 7th - Michelle Potter

First Friday, July 5th - David Gerton

First Friday, August 2nd - Liz Pike

First Friday, September 6th - The Paint Off!

Make plans to come down for an art-filled summer! 425 NE 4th Ave.

Fresh. Local. Essential.

Camas Farmer's Market Opens June 5th!

𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗵𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗳𝗹𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗯𝗶𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗺𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗮𝘀 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗯𝗲 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝟭𝟳𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻! The 2024 Camas Farmers Market Opening Day & Ripple Wellness Health Fair kicks off Wednesday, June 5th in Downtown Camas, and you won't want to miss the celebration! Join them at 3 pm for the official ribbon cutting with founding Board President Shannon Van Horn and Mayor Steve Hogan.

Enjoy fan-favorite farmers returning with the season's bounty of fresh produce, delicious prepared food vendors ready to fuel your day, fun & free activities for the kids and live music creating the perfect summer market vibe! The Ripple - Wellness for All Health Fair which brings together local health and wellness businesses will be in full swing, too.

Visit the market every Wednesday, from 3pm to 7pm, from June 5th to October 2nd. 625 NE 4th Ave, right in front of the Camas Public Library.

With more than 50 unique vendors throughout the 18-week season, you'll discover the incredible variety of delicious, locally-grown and produced food our community has to offer. So come hungry, come thirsty, come ready for a taste of summer! They can't wait to see you there!

Farm to Table Tour & Cooking Class

Calling all foodies! Juxtaposition will feature several farm to table tours and cooking classes this summer on the 3rd Wednesday of each month, June through September!

Join Chef Earl with the McClaskey Culinary Institute at Clark College for a fun-filled afternoon and a summer culinary experience! The tour includes a Guided Camas Farmer’s Market Tour and a Cooking Class at Juxtaposition using farm-fresh ingredients and Navidi's Olive Oils and Vinegars. Don't miss out on this unique experience! What's Fresh for Dinner?

Tour/Class starts at 5:15 at Juxtaposition in Downtown Camas.

Tickets: $20 and space is limited. Click here to sign up for a class!

Explore Camas Passport

How exciting! Many of the downtown merchants are taking part in a Explore Camas Passport and the fun begins for you on SATURDAY, JUNE 1st!

This summer, collect stamps from local participating businesses to activate special offers & coupons! Turn your completed passport in to the Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce for a chance at the Grand Prize valued at over $1500!!!

Join merchants in Camas on June 1st to be the first to get yours!!

Look for the Red Balloons for participating locations!! Follow the Facebook page for all the details - Explore Camas Passport! Passport runs June 1st through September 30th. 🎈This is great way to explore downtown merchants - you might discover something new that you didn't know about!

Camas Pride - Live Your Best Life Block Party

LiveWell Camas, Lily Boutique, and Bookish Books are excited to host the Camas PRIDE "Live Your Best Life" Block Party on June 23, 11am-4pm! This inclusive event promises a day of joy, community, and acceptance for individuals and families of all backgrounds.

The celebration kicks off with a vibrant queer yoga class, setting a tone of wellness and unity. The block party will feature diverse activities for all ages, including:

Resource, Food, and Retail Vendors: Offering a variety of goods and services from local businesses.
Dog and Human Fashion Show: Showcasing pets and their owners in fabulous ensembles.
Open Mic Event: Providing a platform for community voices to be heard.
Clothing Swap: Promoting sustainability through garment and accessory exchanges.
Live Performances: Featuring local artists, musicians, and performers to entertain attendees throughout the day.

"We are excited to bring together the community for a day of celebration, acceptance, and fun," said Jacquie Hill, Executive Director of LiveWell Camas. "This event embodies our commitment to creating a welcoming space where everyone can be their authentic selves."

Camas PRIDE invites everyone to join the "Live Your Best Life" Block Party to celebrate love, diversity, and inclusion.

The DCA is proud to be a sponsor of this event! Come one, come all, and lets make memories together!

Camas Antiques Tag Sale

Camas Antiques will be hosting their TAG SALE this Saturday, June 1st from 10am - 6pm (ONE DAY ONLY) Rain or Shine!

Items throughout the store will be deeply discounted and marked with special sale tags! They will set up sale items outside the store (weather permitting). The tag sale will continue indoors if there is rain.

Grab your friends and gear up for a shopping spree filled with amazing finds at unbelievable prices. Remember, the early bird catches the worm, so make sure to be there bright and early to snag the hottest deals on a variety of treasures waiting to find their new home with you! 305 NE 4th Ave.

First - Ever TAG SALE at Poppy & Hawk

Poppy & Hawk invites you to their inaugural TAG SALE happening this Saturday, June 1st. Enjoy significant savings on a wide selection of specially priced items. Explore a variety of products priced between $1 and $30! You can find great deals on unique and quality merchandise. Join them for an exciting buying adventure and with fantastic discounts! 223 NE 4th Ave.

Upcoming Events from Two Rivers Heritage Museum

Two Rivers Heritage Museum (TRHM) and Clark County Historical

Museum (CCHM) partnered to create an historical outdoor timeline exhibit that represents Camas and Washougal history and highlights the artifacts cared for at TRHM.

“Pieces of History: An Artifacts Timeline,” is filled with stories and images recounting monumental moments and everyday events in these neighboring communities. The new exhibit will be dedicated at a ceremony on Friday, May 31 at 5 pm at the Two Rivers Heritage Museum. City leaders, museum volunteers, staff, historical society members and community history

lovers are invited to attend. 1 Durgan St., Washougal

Find native plants and many varieties of plants available at the Two Rivers Heritage Museum Plant Sale on Sunday, June 23rd from 10am - 3pm. Fill your garden with healthy local plants and help support the Camas-Washougal Historical Society. 1 Durgan St., Washougal

Did You Know?

DID YOU KNOW the Camas Public Library now has a Nature Smart Library? Get ready for warmer weather outside with their Nature-Smart collection! These are items that will encourage you to get outside, enjoy nature, and play! Browse the items at the link below, and place a hold using your Library card. They'll be adding more and more items to this collection, so keep an eye out! While you're out having fun, don't forget to snap some pictures and tag the Library on social media! CamasPL.org/naturesmartkits 625 NE 4th Ave.

What's Happening at the Library Event Spotlight

Monday, May 3rd at 3:30pm - Want to learn about Dungeons & Dragons? Join us for a fun afternoon with a game and activities. Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs will be here to present the library with a brand new D&D set and play the game.

This special event will kick off future Tabletop Role Playing Game programs at the library.

Thursday, June 6th at 6:30pm

Come play trivia based on Shonda Rhimes' tv series Bridgerton. Tea and light refreshments will be served. Costumed are encouraged! Register each person in your team. The winner(s) will be named the Diamond of the Ton!

Rules:

*Adults only.

*You can play on your own or in a group of no more than 4 people.

*Questions will only come from the television show, specifically:

Bridgerton Season 1, 2 & 3

Queen Charlotte Part 1

First Friday, June 7th, 5pm - 8pm

The Dualities of Northwest Color - The Art of Stephen Hayes and Alice Pritchett

Northwest Color is a captivating gallery exhibition that delves into the contrasting yet harmonious approaches of two Pacific Northwest artists, Alice Pritchett and Stephen Hayes.

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