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Do You Have Plant & Garden Questions?

The Experts Can Help!

This gorgeous weather makes us giddy with excitement as the Camas Plant & Garden Fair 2024 draws near! The fair will feature nearly 20 designated vendor experts available for shoppers to consult on plants, effective gardening techniques, and related topics. Look for the “yellow sun” signs indicating expert booth locations! The full list of Plant Fair Experts and vendors is available at 𝘄𝘄𝘄.𝗰𝘄𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗳𝗮𝗶𝗿.𝗼𝗿𝗴/𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗿𝘀.

Visit the DCA info booth at 4th & Cedar during the fair to pick up the Expert List and booth locations.

Experts include:

Attracting pollinators
Attracting birds
Annuals
Carnivorous plants
Container gardening
Composting
Dahlias
Deep Mulch Dry Farming
Evergreens
Fuchsias
Fruit Trees
Herbs
Houseplants

Japanese maples
Landscaping and Garden Styling
Lavender
Olla Watering Systems
Organic Gardening
Perennials
PNW native plants
Rhododendrons
Roses
Seed Saving and Gathering
Succulents
Tomatoes
Transplanting

Don't miss out on the exciting raffle prize drawings! The DCA will host the annual “Wheelbarrow Raffle Prize Drawing” with a large assortment of plants, trees, flowers, and garden art generously donated by fair vendors in a sturdy wheelbarrow donated by Lutz Hardware as well as a “Downtown Gift Card Raffle”. The items will be on display and tickets can be purchased at the DCA table on the corner of 4^th and Cedar on the day of the event. The winner will be drawn at 3:00pm.

The DCA thanks the generous sponsors of this event which include our Signature Sponsor Waste Connections of Washington-Clark County, as well as our Partner Sponsors Edward Jones, Robert Barber; Clover Podiatry; tsmc Washington; Papermaker Pride; Renewal by Andersen; Hampton Inn and Suites; Lednor Home Solutions/Gutter Helmet; State Farm; Cascade Hasson Sotheby’s International Realty; Minuteman Press; and our Community Sponsors NW Natural; Blossom Natural Health and Wellness; Dr. Jared Bowyer, DDS; City of Camas and 4 Seasons 4H.

Happy gardening! See you Saturday, May 11th from 9am - 4pm in beautiful Downtown Camas!

Gnomes, Fairies & Backyard Adventure, Oh My!

The community is invited to First Friday on May 3^rd from 5pm-8pm for an evening of “Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure” themed fun. Everyone can enjoy free games, crafts, treats and activities while taking advantage of after-hours shopping, dining, and art shows happening throughout Downtown Camas.

So much going on! First Friday activities include:

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.
At Periwinkle’s Toy Shoppe, enjoy a story time reading of Alice the Fairy by David Shannon read by Fairy Twins that will be there dressed for the occasion. Two readings: 5:30 and 6:30pm. 326 NE Cedar
Make Fairy Slime & Fairy Wands with Girl Scout troop #45703 at LiveWell Camas, 417 NE Birch.
Play Backyard Games and explore a Fairy sensory bin hosted by Journey Church
Play “Gnome-in-One”, a special putt putt golf game at Sweet Intention Gift Boutique, 218 NE 4th
Hunt for Mushrooms hidden in downtown for a chance to win a special prize!
Free Fairy Clouds (cotton candy) from Grace Church
Try your hand at Seed Saving with PDX nonprofit Rhythm Seed Farm.
Roast Smore’s with IQ Credit Union, corner of 4th & Birch (weather permitting).
Art gallery exhibition at the library’s Second Story Gallery, 625 NE 4th, featuring the art show “My Teacher is a Wolf: The Comics Art of Aron Nels Steinke”. The show is a retrospective of cartoon art from the creator of Mr. Wolf's Class, the bestselling graphic novel series for kids. Aron is a Camas native.
After hours shopping, dining & live music throughout town, including outdoor dining and live music at Mesa, 228 NE 4th to kick off Cinco de Mayo weekend.
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 (DCA) tables at Journey, 304 NE 4^th.

RedDoor Gallery's Mission is to Create Art Hub

It is with great pleasure that we extend an invitation to you for the Soft Opening event taking place on May 3rd, 5-8 pm, during the May First Friday festivities!

This special occasion marks the debut of The RedDoor Gallery, a new and vibrant addition to Downtown Camas.

Their mission is to establish an art hub that fosters creativity and community engagement, and they are excited to share this vision with you.

Join Liz Pike, Heidi Curley and Tamra Sheline as they embark on this artistic journey together.

411 NE Dallas St.

Save the Date for the Library Book Sale

Calling all book worms!! Book sale May 9th - May 12th!!

Did you know the Camas Public Library has a non-profit organization who helps coordinate gifts of time and resources from the community in order to support library services, and to help maintain our beloved library as an enduring force for the public good? The Friends & Foundation of the Camas Library serves that role!

The Camas Public Library has book sales where you can find amazing deals! All the money goes back to the library, so you can support a good cause and score a great book at the same time. Win-win! 625 NE 4th

Camas Pride: Live Your Best Life Block Party

Save the date for the Live Your Best Life event & celebration, Sunday, June 23rd, 2024, an event that will be hosted and organized by LiveWell Camas! This is the second year for the event, and it's back bigger and better! This year, they are taking things to a whole new level with promises of a bigger, better, and more fabulous experience. This will be a celebration of love and diversity that will leave you smiling from ear to ear.

Artful Intersect: Vineyards Unveiled

Get ready to immerse yourself in artful culture at the private unveiling of the latest works by local artist, Liz Pike! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 18th at 5pm at Camas Cellars, where Artful Intersect will showcase a new concept that celebrates art in our community.

Indulge in appetizers, chocolates, and refreshments as you mingle with fellow art enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this exciting event! RSVP by May 15th to secure your spot by calling/texting 360-281-8720. 602 NE 3rd

Spring Clean Up & Planting Day Success!

Downtown Camas was the place to be for the epic cleanup and planting day! The weather was on point, yet the real shining stars were the dedicated volunteers who rolled up their sleeves to beautify the town by weeding, planting flowers, battling ivy, and spreading bark dust like pros.

The town is now looking like a million bucks thanks to these hardworking souls! A big round of applause to everyone who pitched in, the mentors who brought along the awesome student and youth groups, Journey for keeping the team well-fed with delicious grub, the City for supplying that fresh bark dust, and to all the fantastic individuals who show endless love for our town and support local businesses. This is the true essence of community spirit, and boy, does it look good on Downtown Camas and the "before and after" shots are amazing!

Click here to see all the pictures!

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Local Distiller Offering Tasting Flights and Bottle Sales at Tommy O's

Rediviva, a local Washougal Distiller, invites you to savor the artistry of their craft through an exclusive opportunity at Tommy O's at the historic Camas Hotel. Enjoy curated flight tastings and have the opportunity to bring home their exceptional spirits. Join them for a Sunday experience on April 28th and May 5th, where community and craftsmanship will converge in a celebration of local flavor and distilling! 401 NE 4th Ave.

National Volunteer Week - THANK YOU Volunteers

The world wouldn't turn without our incredible DCA volunteers!

This week, and every week, we celebrate the enormous hearts of the people who uplift our community through their volunteer service. A huge thank you from the bottom of our hearts to the Downtown Camas Association volunteers!

Want to join the volunteer team? We have so much fun! https://downtowncamas.com/dca/volunteer/

Spotlight on the DCA Board

The Downtown Camas Association (DCA) Board of Directors is effectively driven by board members who are passionate about the development, vibrancy, economic strength and culture of Downtown Camas.

Each week we will spotlight one of our esteemed board members.

Meet Jennifer Senescu, Liaison

I’m a lifelong City of Camas resident. I grew up here and graduated from Camas High School. I love this community, so I made my permanent home here. After graduating from Washington State University—Pullman with a bachelor’s degree in political science, I returned to Camas. I met my husband, Jim Senescu, and we’ve been married for 22 years. We’re raising our family here because we love being part of this community. Our son, Connor, is a graduate of Camas High School.

Jennifer serves as Executive Director of the Camas-Washougal Chamber of Commerce. It’s an honor to serve the businesses in our community and advocate on their behalf.

Did You Know?

DID YOU KNOW Mesa is now open until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday nights? Now more time to get your late night chips, guacamole and margarita fix! But wait, there's more...starting Saturday, May 4th, they will be opening at 10 AM for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.

Join them for late nights, brunch or for their famous Cinco De Mayo patio celebrations First Friday May 3rd - Sunday, May 5th! You can enjoy their First Friday themed drink special - a Mixed Berry Fairy Sparkle Margarita!

228 NE 4th

What's Happening at the Library Event Spotlight

MAY 4th at 1pm - UNSOLVED; Mystery Solving for Adults

Gather your group of armchair detectives to solve this case! You'll get witness statements, maps, suspect files, and other pieces of evidence.

Registration Required: Camaspl.librarycalendar.com/event/unsolved-4511

*You may participate on your own or in a group of up to 6.

*If you are participating with a group, please register each person in this form.

*Adults 18+ only

MAY 3rd at 5pm - Opening Reception for My Teacher is a Wolf: The Comics Art of Aron Nels Steinke

Come to the opening reception of the next exhibit at the Second Story Gallery, located inside the Camas Public Library: My Teacher is a Wolf: The Comics Art of Aron Nels Steinke.

Aron will be present at this opening reception! The show will be on display for the month of May.

Find him online at mrwolfsclass.com.

MAY 1st - 18th; Reading Dragons Coloring Contest

They'll pick one creature from each category (dragon, griffin, and unicorn) to make into official Reading Dragon and Friends cards for the 2024-25 season.

Entry forms can be picked up at the Library or printed from home (see attachments to the right).

Click here for the Rules!