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Step into local history and celebrate the Spring season at the Camas First Friday “Spring into History!” event on April 3rd from 5–8pm!
Help welcome a new addition to downtown—Camas Indoor Golf Club, located at 222 NE Everett St.—with a ribbon cutting at 5pm.
First Friday activities include:
- Be a paper maker! Do hands on paper making and view mill history exhibits at the GP Mill Interpretive Lobby, 401 NE Adams St., including a 4:30 p.m. ceremony celebrating new mill projects and investments.
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Do the “Egg-stra Fun at First Friday” Sticker Egg Hunt and enter to win a fun spring prize basket!
- A historic walking tour led by Brad Richardson, director of the Clark County Historical Museum (meet at 5:50 p.m. outside Fuel Medical, 314 NE Birch St).
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The “Guess About Camas” history passport game in participating businesses, with themed prizes.
- Community members are also invited to take part in the fourth annual “Capture Camas History” black-and-white vote for your favorite photograph contest.
- “Dress Your Decade” costume contest for a chance to win a special prize.
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History displays and expert insights from the Two Rivers Heritage Museum and the GP Mill Cleanup Community Advisory Group at the Fuel Lobby.
- Spring- and history-themed games and crafts hosted by Girl Scouts and Downtown Camas Association volunteers.
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Art receptions with refreshments at Attic Gallery, Gallery 408, RedDoor Gallery, and Second Story Gallery, featuring works by local artists.
- Extended shopping and dining opportunities throughout downtown with fresh offerings for spring.
Join us tomorrow for all the historical fun!
| | Join the Camas Art Galleries for First Friday! | | "Camas Lilies" original oil on canvas by Mike Smith | | Visit Attic Gallery's First Friday Opening Reception on April 3rd from 5-8pm and enjoy live music by John Stowell and Candyce Exum, taste complimentary wine and refreshments, and meet featured artist Mike Smith! 419 NE Cedar St. | | Join Gallery 408 for the Photography Invitational opening April 3rd! Reception is 5-8pm! 408 NE 4th Ave. | | “Sunset on Washougal River” original oil on canvas by Fongwei Liu | | Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply enjoy being surrounded by beautiful art, RedDoor Gallery’s monthly First Friday Art Reception from 5-8pm promises an evening of inspiration and artistic connection! 411 NE Dallas St. | | |
Second Story Gallery is proud to present a special two-person exhibition featuring local artists Mike Smith and Uta Zuendel. Drawn from Zuendel’s personal collection, the exhibit showcases works spanning several decades, including pieces dating back to the 1970s.
As longtime friends and members of the Camas community, Smith and Zuendel share a rich artistic history—one shaped by years of creative collaboration, inspiration, and mutual support.
Opening Reception: Friday, April 3, 5-8pm upstairs in the Camas Public Library. 625 NE 4th Ave.
| | Help Downtown Camas Spring into Summer! | | |
As the days get longer and Downtown Camas comes alive with color, it’s the perfect time to come together and help our streets, sidewalks, and gathering spaces shine for the season ahead. From spring blooms to summer strolls, let’s get our town looking its very best!
Join us for Spring Clean-Up & Planting Day on Sunday, April 26th from 12:30–4pm—an afternoon of fresh air, community connection, and a little hands-in-the-dirt fun!
We’ll kick things off at 4th & Birch at 12:30pm with a free boxed lunch, generously provided by Journey Church, before heading out to beautify downtown. Together, we’ll plant flowers, tidy up public spaces, weed beds, spread bark dust, and create a welcoming, vibrant environment for everyone to enjoy all season long.
Have tools? Bring along gloves, shovels, buckets, and wheelbarrows. We’ll also have supplies like rubber gloves and trash bags ready to go.
There’s something special about working side by side to care for the place we love—and it all sets the stage for a beautiful spring and an unforgettable summer in Downtown Camas! We hope to see you there! 🌷
| | The Easter Bunny Hops into Autumn Leaf Books! | | |
Join Autumn Leaf Books on Saturday, April 4th from 10:30am–12:30pm for a fun, family-friendly surprise appearance you won’t want to miss-- The Easter Bunny!
Bring the kids, your camera, and your spring spirit—it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season and enjoy a morning in Downtown Camas! 334 NE 4th
| | Get Your Groove on at Dancefloor Karaoke Night at Drop the Mic! | | |
Dancefloor Karaoke Night! Get ready to drop the mic at their Party Anthem Night! We're playing all the hits you love to dance to!
When: Thursday, April 9th | 6-10pm
Where: 224 NE 3rd Ave
Featuring Anthems like:
- Cupid Shuffle
- YMCA
- Cha Cha Slide
- Macarena
Come sing, dance, and have a great time!
See a full list of Drop the Mic events here!
| | Save the Date for the May Book Sale! | | Caps N' Taps Upcoming Events! | | Caps N' Taps hosts a wide variety of fun April events! Pick the ones that most interest you and save the date! See you Downtown! 337 NE 4th Ave. | | |
Do you know that you can become a Friend of the DCA?
The Downtown Camas Association (DCA) is a local 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to helping our downtown thrive—every single day. From beloved community events and promoting local businesses to hanging flower baskets, seasonal lighting, murals, and small business support, everything we do is rooted in a deep love for this town.
But we can’t do it alone.
By becoming a DCA Friend, you’re directly supporting the vibrancy, beauty, and success of Downtown Camas. Even a small monthly donation makes a meaningful impact right here in the place we all call home. Join us in keeping Downtown Camas welcoming, lively, and growing strong.
Click here to learn more about becoming a Friend of Downtown Camas! Thank you for being part of this incredible community!
| | What's Coming Up at the Library | | |
Monday, April 6th @ 6pm
Dr. Lana Ferris, ND, explores why diagnoses are rising, what autism actually is, and why recognition matters. We’ll discuss common traits, co-occurring conditions, burnout, mental health risks, and the impact of late diagnosis. You’ll learn about screening tools like the RAADS-R, CAT-Q, and AQ-50, and review the pros and cons of seeking a formal evaluation.
Register Here.
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Thursday, April 9th @ 3pm
We are looking for recruits in grades 1-5 to discover if you have what it takes be a super spy!
As a spy, it is important to be able to blend in with the crowd. You don’t want people figuring out your true identity. To keep your identity a secret we invite you to wear your best disguise. Try a pair of dark sunglasses, or a hat.
Register Here.
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Friday, April 10th @ 2pm
Drop in for a cozy reading session! Bring your current book and comfy items. We'll provide a quiet space, relaxing music, and warm drinks.
For K-5th Grade and their adults.
| | Recap of Upcoming Downtown Events | | |
SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS:
National Theatre Live: THE AUDIENCE PG, Encore, $15, $13 60+, <13
April 08 Wed 6:45p
CONTINUING:
PROJECT HAIL MARY PG13 $8.50< 6pm, $9.75> 6pm, $7 Tuesday
April 03 Fri 12:40p - 4:05p - 7:45p
April 04 Sat 12:20p - 3:45p - 7:15p
April 05 Sun 11:30a - 2:50p - 6:10p
April 06 Mon 12:20p - 3:45p - 7:15p
April 07 Tue 12:20p - 3:45p - 7:15p
April 08 Wed 11:45a - 3:15p
April 09 Thu 12:20p - 3:45p open caption - 7:15p
THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE PG $8.50 <6 PM, $9.75> 6PM, $7 on Tuesday, 3D +$2
April 03 Fri 2:00p - 4:35p - 7:15p
April 04 Sat 12:00p - 2:35p - 5:10p – 7:45p 3D
April 05 Sun 11:00a - 1:30p - 4:05p - 6:40p
April 06 Mon 12:00p - 2:35p - 5:10p – 7:45p 3D
April 07 Tue 12:00p - 2:35p - 5:10p - 7:45p
April 08 Wed 12:00p - 2:35p - 5:10p -7:45p 3D
April 09 Thu 12:00p 3D - 2:35p - 5:10p - 7:45p 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 4/3- Kivett Bednar Band
- Saturday 4/4- Santiago and the Signifiers
Birch Street Uptown Lounge has live music every Friday and Saturday from 8pm - 11pm. 311 NE Birch St. (360) 210-7219
- Friday 4/3 - Avi
- Saturday 4/4 - 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 4/3 - Sean Holmes
- Saturday 4/4- Drats
| | 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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