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First Friday Community FUN, Shopping, Dining, Art, Live Music and more!

Unicorns, Rainbows & Mythical Beasts unite for the magical First Friday event TOMORROW night! All are invited to gather for June First Friday in Downtown Camas, from 5-8 pm, for an evening of themed games, crafts, art, shopping, prizes, treats, dining and more.

Take part in the exciting First Friday passport adventure for a chance to win EPIC prize baskets! Find "Otis the Ogre” in participating merchants and choose the sticker that goes with the “mythical beast clue” he gives you. Add the sticker to the passport. The more stickers you collect, the more chances you have to win!

Here are some of the other fun First Friday activities:

2 Ribbon Cuttings & Grand Opening Celebrations! 5:00pm for RedDoor Gallery, 411 NE Dallas & 5:30 pm for Compass Professional Suites & BlueStream Counseling, 327 NE 5th, Suite B.
Allure Boutique's 8th Birthday!
Art Shows and Receptions at Gallery 408 (408 NE 4th), Second Story Gallery (625 NE 4th), RedDoor Gallery (411 NE Dallas), Juxtaposition Summer Art Series (425 NE 5th) and Attic Gallery (421 NE Cedar)
Mythical Beast, Rainbow & Unicorn inspired games, crafts and prizes
Dress in unicorn, rainbow or mythical beast attire and be entered to win a special prize!
Free delicious treats around town!

And certainly don't forget the shopping, dining and live music in town during First Friday events! The lively and welcoming ambiance in Downtown Camas is further enhanced by live music performances at various venues such as Lane Cellars, Birch Street Lounge, Salud Wine Bar, A Beer At A Time, and outdoors at Mesa!

The Camas Car Show is Coming to Town!

Gear up for a fun-filled day for the whole family at the 2024 Camas Car Show on Saturday, June 29th from 2pm - 7pm!

Admire classic and specialty cars all throughout downtown, groove to live music, enjoy a local dance performance and enjoy a delightful summer evening in your community! Cheer on the winners of the car show awards and keep the little ones entertained with kids' activities, including balloon art and a coloring contest with prizes. Enjoy delicious food and support local businesses while you shop! This exciting summer event has something for everyone – don't miss it!

Thank you so very much to our sponsors for the 2024 Camas Car Show! Your support makes this event possible and we are grateful! Team 360 at Country Financial, Signature Sponsor; Carla Edwards, Realtor; Cascade Hasson Sotheby's International Realty, Grains of Wrath, Lacamas Financial Group, Papermaker Pride, Salud Wine Bar, Italian Dining, Event Center and Wine Storage, State Farm Julia Lo, William & Son Jewelers, ZiplyFiber, Dr. Jared Bowyer, Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Robert Barber, Georgia-Pacific and the City of Camas.

For more details about the event and registration forms, visit https://downtowncamas.com/event/camas-car-show.

Save the Date for the First "Our Camas 2045" Community Summit

The community is invited to "Our Camas 2045 Community Summit #1" on Wednesday, June 12th from 4:30pm - 6:30pm at the Lacamas Lake Lodge. This event will provide you, the community members, with opportunities to engage in the planning process.

Over the past few months, community members have shared what they love about Camas. Join the City as they unveil the draft Our Camas 2045 Vision Statement and let's brainstorm more big ideas together! Can't attend? Visit https://engagecamas.com/ourcamas2045 to stay in the loop. Let's shape the future of Our Camas--Downtown Camas included!

Staff and officials will be available to answer questions and discuss ideas with participants. Join us!

Support Your Town in a Powerful Way

We could use your partnership! As your downtown nonprofit, we rely on donations to make Downtown Camas the healthy, thriving district that it is and we are so grateful for community support! And for businesses, the giving is even sweeter!

For those unfamiliar with the WA State Main Street Tax Credit Incentive program, here's the scoop: your business donates to the DCA and the state gives your business 75% of your donation back in an easy-to-apply-for tax credit. An amazing program and every dollar goes back into making our downtown stronger!

Please consider donating through this program and please pass this on to other businesses that love downtown and would want to be a partner in making downtown and the community even more vibrant. If we all are working together on this with all of our connections, we could bring in so much more for Downtown Camas!

There are no minimum donations and your business doesn't need to be in Downtown Camas to participate--just have to do business in WA state.

Here's the link to the info and how-to steps for the Main Street Tax Credit Incentive Program and please reach out if you'd like to talk more or have us show you how.

If you'd like to make a personal tax-deductible donation, visit here or become a household member here.

Thank you all for loving Downtown Camas!

LiveWell Camas Summer Camp for Kids

Summer Camp with Little Warriors Yoga School at LiveWell Camas!

Camp will take place at 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐨 all summer! They are keeping their sessions small (minimum of 5 campers and a maximum of 10 campers per session) so that they can ensure the best possible time for everyone who participates.

Each week will be themed and each and every day will include:

45+ mins of Yoga and Mindful Movement. (with additional games, postures, and Yoga tools weaved throughout the day)

Mini Nature Walks and scavenger hunts in our small downtown district

Games and Lego Building

Art/Craft projects

Dance Parties

Mindful Activities/Relaxation Centers

𝐀 𝐖𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐄 𝐋𝐎𝐓 𝐎𝐅 𝐅𝐔𝐍!

Sign-ups are on their website at www.livewellcamas.com/camp

Camas Bike & Sport is Hiring

Camas Bike & Sport in Downtown Camas is hiring! Would this be something you’re passionate about or know someone who would be? They are inviting qualified applicants to apply for the position of Store Manager. In their 15th year, they have been honored to be voted Best Bike Shop in Clark County more than 10 times. Great products including e-bikes and a well-respected service department!

The Store Manager will lead a team of associates who provide expert advice, local knowledge, and their renowned service work which brings customers back time and time again.

Contact: Pete Clagett, Owner at pete@camasbikes.com

www.camasbikes.com

Explore Camas Passport

Have you picked up your Explore Camas Passport? Pick one up at participating merchants during First Friday and start getting stamps! Many of the downtown merchants are taking part!

This summer, visit local businesses, collect stamps, and unlock amazing deals from local participating businesses. Special offers & Coupons!

Turn in your completed passport into the Camas Washougal Chamber of Commerce for a chance to win big! GRAND PRIZE valued at more than $1,500. Don’t miss out on the fun!

Passports are good to use through September 30th!

Click here to see the KOIN morning show segment featuring the Explore Camas Passport!

Food Drive for the Camas FCRC

FLASH FOOD DRIVE! Together, let's make a difference! Donate to the Camas Family-Community Resource Center and help stock the shelves at the Jack, Will, Rob Center (𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟑 𝐍𝐄 𝐈𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐒𝐭., 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐬). Your generosity will support families in need within our community.

The community food bank is low on food and resources!

𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬:

cereal

fruit cups

granola bars

snacks

tea

ground coffee

protein drinks

tortillas

Bring your donations to the Unicorns, Rainbows & Mythical Beasts First Friday - June 2024 DCA tables in Journey from 5pm - 8pm and be entered to win special prizes!!

Thanks so much for your support!

Impact CW This Sunday! All Welcome!

Did You Know?

DID YOU KNOW Squeeze & Grind is offering candy bar shakes for the month of June? Get ready to satisfy your sweet tooth cravings! Enjoy a delightful combination of your favorite candy bars transformed into sips of pure bliss. Don't miss out on this limited-time opportunity, head over to Squeeze & Grind today and treat yourself!

Butterfinger Freeze
Heath Bar Mocha Freeze
Snickers Mocha
Milky Way Mocha

Fun Fact: Squeeze & Grind just celebrated their 25th year in business! Congratulations!!

What's Happening at the Library Event Spotlight

Monday, June 10th at 10:30am - Join us at a different Camas park each week for a family story time. Bring a blanket to sit on! CamasPL.org/inthepark

Mondays at 10:30 a.m.

June 10 - Dorothy Fox Park

June 17 - Forest Home Park

June 24 - Goot Park

July 1 - Forest Home Park

July 8 - Dorothy Fox Park

July 15 - Louis Bloch Park

July 22 - Goot Park

July 29 - Dorothy Fox Park

August 5 - Goot Park

August 12 - Louis Bloch Park

Friday, June 14th at 5:30pm

We meet on the 2nd Friday and 4th Thursday of the month!

It's a book club without the assigned reading! Join your fellow book lovers for an hour of silent reading and then optional socializing afterwards. B.Y.O.B (Bring your own book), or borrow one of ours. We'll have light beverages and snacks on hand, but feel free to bring your own.

Schedule:

5:30-6:00 Arrive and settle in.

6:00-7:00 Silent reading hour.

7:00-7:30 Chat with fellow book lovers or just keep reading.

CamasPL.org/silentbookclub

Saturday, June 15th, 5pm - 8pm

Summer Reading Party!

Join them for a morning of fun at the Library to celebrate the start of our Summer Reading Program!

While you're here, pick up your game board to track your reading. We'll have stampers for the first 200 kids who take a game board, and the first 50 teens & adults will get a 2024 Summer Reading bookmark.