Note for Gmail Users: Please click "view entire message" at the end of the email so you don't miss a thing! | | It's a Backyard Adventure in Downtown Camas! | | |
Everyone is invited to First Friday TOMORROW! from 5-8pm, for a “Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure!". Attendees can participate in themed games, crafts, activities, and photo ops, as well as enjoy extended shopping hours, local dining, live music and art exhibits throughout Downtown Camas!
Other First Friday activities include:
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See what the gnomes, fairies and backyard critters are up to in the "Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure!" activity in participating businesses and be entered to win fun prizes donated by the merchants.
- Get your picture taken with Mr. & Mrs. Gnome.
- Find the hidden Gnome & Fairy painted rocks in downtown donated by local citizen Melissa Guard Anderson.
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Roast Smore’s with IQ Credit Union, corner of 4th & Birch (weather permitting).
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Make Fairy Wands and garden stakes with the Girl Scouts
- Hunt for Mushrooms hidden in downtown for a chance to win a special prize
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Play "Gnome-in-One" putt putt golf at Sweet Intention Gift Boutique, 218 NE 4th
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Free Fairy Clouds (cotton candy) from Grace Church
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Art gallery exhibitions and receptions at Attic Gallery, 419 NE Cedar St.; Gallery 408, 408 NE 4th Ave; RedDoor Gallery, 411 NE Dallas St. and Second Story Gallery, 625 NE 4th
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After hours Shopping, Dining and live music throughout downtown
Come dressed as a gnome, fairy, or backyard creature and be entered to win!
Start your evening by picking up your First Friday Passport & Activity List at the Downtown Camas Association tables inside the Fuel Medical Lobby, 314 NE Birch St. Hope to see you!
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What's Happening in the Art Galleries During
First Friday?
| | "Talk to the Hand" Original Watercolor by Bev Jozwiak | Enjoy gorgeous and eclectic works of art when you step into Attic Gallery! This First Friday, May 1st 5-8pm, the featured artist is Bev Jozwiak. The reception will include complementary wine and refreshments and live music by Kit Gaurette. Don't miss this opportunity to meet Bev and other artists at Attic Gallery! 419 NE Cedar St. | | Gallery 408 opens their new exhibition on May 1st during the Downtown Camas First Friday event! Appreciate the Pacific NW during this juried art show featuring a selection of artists from across the Pacific Northwest working in a variety or styles and media. Come by the Gallery and enjoy music, refreshments and beautiful art about where we live! 408 NE 4th Ave. | | "Mike's Koi" Original Oil on Canvas by Ray Baxter | | |
RedDoor Gallery has much to celebrate this First Friday! The gallery is celebrating its 2nd birthday party while welcoming new oil paint artist Ray Baxter! Join them for an artist reception and meet Ray and see his brand new exhibit! In addition, several artists will be on hand to celebrate the gallery’s “Cheers to 2 Years” event. Enter to win an artful gift every 20 minutes from 5-8pm!
Meet the artists and enjoy complimentary charcuterie, beverages
and RedDoor's signature chocolate experience! 411 NE Dallas St.
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Second Story Gallery will be opening their show "Storied", art inspired by literature and storytelling. Artists working in all media submitted work influenced by books, poems, myths, folktales, or language.
Enjoy their Opening Reception on Friday, May 1st, 5-8pm! 625 NE 4th Ave.
| | Camas Plant & Garden Fair is Almost Here! May 9th! | | |
Join us for the 27th Annual Camas Plant & Garden Fair on Saturday, May 9 from 9am–4pm, an event that is unique and special and a perfect way to celebrate during Mother's Day Weekend!
And don't forget the C-TRAN Park & Ride service! (see flyer below)
The Fair brings together more than 100 regional vendors including a variety of local nurseries, growers, and garden artists, offering a diverse array of fruiting trees, vegetable starts, herbs, flowers, garden art and furniture, planters, birdhouses and feeders, pottery, metal art, hanging baskets, stone art, sculptures and more!
Fan favorite returning vendors promise shoppers a vast selection of plants and garden products. Shoppers looking to bring more color to their gardens will enjoy the beautifully curated baskets from Arai Nursery. Those looking for an inspired selection of outdoor garden art glass will be delighted by the garden stakes and sculptures from Fuse 4 U. Lavender lovers will find a wide variety of plants and locally made lavender products at Lacamas Lavender Farm. The artisans from One Little Blackbird will return with their creative and colorful birdhouses and wall hangings.
The Camas Plant & Garden Fair will also feature new vendors bringing even more local plants and hand-made garden art to the event. Three not-to-miss vendors are Get to Gather Farm, Beacon Rock Studio Pottery, and the Oregon Camellia Society.
The full list of Plant Fair Experts and vendors is available here!
We cannot wait to see you there!
| | Wolf Rubs Pops Up at Drop the Mic! | | |
The Wolf Table invites you to indulge in an elevated dining experience—refined flavors at approachable prices! Join the fun on May 5th--12–2pm & 5-8pm! This exclusive pop-up event will be held at Drop The Mic Karaoke.
Please note: This is a food-only pop-up experience—karaoke will not be available during event hours. Reservations are encouraged. 224 NE 3rd Ave.
| | The Camas Farmer's Market is Hiring a Market Day Assistant! | | |
The Camas Farmers Market is looking for a Market Day Assistant to join the team! This is a fun, part time, seasonal, hands-on role that helps bring our weekly Wednesday farmer's market to life in Downtown Camas.
The position is 9.5 hours each week and runs June 3rd through September 30th in 2026. We’re looking for someone dependable, energetic, and happy to work outdoors in a lively, community focused environment.
CLICK HERE for a full job description, details about the role and our market and information on how to apply. Applications are accepted through May 15, 2026.
| | Journey Church Blood Drive on May 5th! | | Get Your Hats Ready For Derby Day! | | |
Drop the Mic hosts "Race for the Mic Derby Day" on Saturday May 2nd from 2-6pm! Make sure you are dressed in your finest because the Derby Hat Contest is at 5pm and the winner gets a Private Karaoke Party!
Also enjoy kids activities, race horse name generator and happy hour food & drink specials! Grab your crew and join the fun! 224 NE 3rd
| | Spears Strong Hosts Run Walk Social! | | Join Spears Strong on Saturday, May 16th for a fun self-paced walk or run on the Washougal Dike Trail! A guided warm-up starts at 9:45 followed by a cool down at 11am with time to socialize afterward! Get more information here! | | Parker's Landing Clean-Up Day! | |
The Parkersville Advisory Committee, in partnership with the Port of Camas-Washougal and the Community Garden Club of Camas-Washougal, invites volunteers of all ages to the annual Spruce-Up Day on May 12th from 3-5pm.
Community members will gather at Parker’s Landing Historical Park to protect and beautify this nationally recognized historic site. As a vital cultural landmark, the park requires ongoing stewardship to maintain its heritage trees, rose gardens, and ancestral stories dating back to the 1800s.
Volunteers are encouraged to bring gardening gloves, hand tools, and a spirit of service. Activities will include weeding, clearing debris, and preparing the grounds for the upcoming summer Parkersville Heritage Fair.
| | Last Chance to Adopt a Beautiful Downtown Camas Flower Basket! | | |
Help Downtown Camas bloom all summer long by adopting a Flower Basket!
Flower baskets are available to adopt for $55, and all supporters will be recognized in the May 7 Downtown Camas newsletter and on the DCA website.
Be part of something vibrant! Adopt a Basket Here!
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Did you know that Livewell Camas offers a New Student Special? Their 6-week for $60 for new students isn’t a one-time thing—it’s here whenever you’re ready. No deadlines, no pressure, just your moment to start!
They’ve got Pilates, dance, fitness, and yoga classes 7 days a week—in-studio, live stream, or on-demand!
Start when you’re ready
Show up as you are
Stay because it feels good!
Check out Livewell Camas here! 417 NE Birch St.
| | What's Coming Up at the Library | | |
Monday, May 4th @ 6:30pm
Considering memory care for someone you love can feel overwhelming.
This session offers practical guidance to help you feel supported, informed, and confident as you navigate this important decision.
Register Here!
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Thursday, May 7th @ 4pm
Nature journaling is a creative and mindful way to connect with the outdoors. Join us for an afternoon of walking through our courtyard and getting started with our very own nature journals.
For kids in grades 1-5 with an adult. All materials provided.
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Thursday, May 7th- Sunday, May 10th
Thousands of gently used books at bargain prices!
| | Recap of Upcoming Downtown Events | | |
NEW THIS WEEK:
THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA 2 (PG13) $10 Special Advance Screening
May 01 Fri 2:00p - 4:30p - 8:05p
May 02 Sat 11:30a - 2:25p - 5:00p - 8:25p
May 03 Sun 1:15p - 4:10p - 7:00p
May 04 Mon 4:30p - 7:15p
May 05 Tue 1:55p - 4:40p - 7:30p
May 06 Wed 1:55p - 4:40p - 7:30p
May 07 Thu 4:35p - 7:00p open caption
SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS:
POWER TO THE PEOPLE: JOHN & YOKO LIVE IN NYC Unrated (not for pre-teens) $15, $13 for 60+
May 03 Sun 12:55p
IRON MAIDEN BURNING AMBITION R Premium Event $15, $13 for 60+
May 07 Thu 7:30p
CONTINUING:
MICHAEL PG13, $8.75< 4:55 pm, $10, 5pm and later, $7 on Tuesday
May 01 Fri 1:30p - 5:00p - 7:30p
May 02 Sat 11:00a - 2:00p - 5:20p - 7:50p
May 03 Sun 3:15p - 6:30p
May 04 Mon 4:00p - 7:00p
May 05 Tue 1:10p - 4:05p - 7:00p
May 06 Wed 1:10p - 4:05p - 7:00p
May 07 Thu 4:00p open caption
For movies times and to buy your tickets, click here!
| | Live Music & More in Downtown Camas | | |
A Beer At A Time offers Trivia Nights on Thursdays at 7pm and LIVE music on Saturdays starting at 7pm and NO COVER! Come down and join the fun!
216 NE 3rd Ave (360) 835-5200
- Friday 5/1- Tony Smiley
- Saturday 5/2- Catherine Loyer & Strawberry Roan
Birch Street Uptown Lounge has live music every Friday and Saturday from 8pm - 11pm. 311 NE Birch St. (360) 210-7219
- Friday 5/1- Avi
- Saturday 5/2- Elan
Caps & Taps has Trivia Night every Tuesday at 7pm!
Lane Cellars offers amazing wine and live music plays from 7pm - 9pm!
340 NE 4th Ave
- Friday 5/1- Matt Brown
- Saturday 5/2- Sun City Players
| | Become a Friend of Downtown Camas Today! | | |
Love Downtown Camas? We do, too!
WE WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT! The DCA is the 501c3 nonprofit that works every day to help Downtown Camas thrive! From robust events, to marketing our town and businesses, to beautiful flower baskets and lighting and murals, to resources for small businesses--we LOVE this town and are grateful to do this work. Having community support makes things even sweeter!
You can make a monthly donation of whatever works for you and make a difference right here where you live.
Click here to learn more about Being a Friend of Downtown Camas! THANK YOU!
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We love our community - thank you for loving it too!
Fostering community, culture, beauty and prosperity in the heart of Camas!
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