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Shorty’s Annual Oktoberfest and Harvest Celebration

September 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Eat, Drink and Enjoy the Gardens.

oktoberfestlogo 125 Shortys Annual Oktoberfest and Harvest CelebrationEnjoy the gardens and the beautiful September weather at the Seventh Annual Oktoberfest and Harvest Celebration put on by Shorty’s Nursery. One of the best loved folk festivals of the Northwest, Shorty’s Annual Oktoberfest and Harvest Celebration will take place Friday, September 23, 2011 at Shorty’s Garden and Home (10006 SE Mill Plain).

This authentic German style Oktoberfest features true German cuisine, beer & wine, and showcases the musical talents of  Donaumusikanten (I’ve been practicing since last year, and still can’t pronounce their name!) … [Continue reading...]

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Bare Your Soles in Battle Ground

September 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Annual StompFest at Rusty Grape Vineyard.

stompfest 125 Bare Your Soles in Battle GroundHead on out to the Rusty Grape Vineyard in Battle Ground on Saturday, September 24, 2011 and take part in the old world celebration of The Crush. Grab a partner and jump into a half barrel full of grapes; whoever stomps the most juice, WINS! Then relax, have a glass of wine (NOT made with the stomped grape juice!), and enjoy the last remnants of summer.

Also enjoy shopping with unique vendors, great food, and live music between noon and 8 pm from … [Continue reading...]

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Vancouver Sausage Fest Turns 40

August 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Summer Fun Tradition Continues.

vancsausfest 125 Vancouver Sausage Fest Turns 40Lordy, Lordy, look who’s 40! The Vancouver Sausage Festival is the “last blowout of summer fun” and will celebrate its 40th Anniversary September 9-11, 2011; which is the weekend after Labor Day this year. Actually, it is always held the weekend after Labor Day on the St. Joseph School grounds (6500 Highland Drive).

There are carnival rides and games, 5K Fun Run (Saturday morning), Bingo, many handicraft booths, a variety of live music and entertainment on the Main stage (including 5 Guys Named Moe, The Beatniks, … [Continue reading...]

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Downtown Vancouver Art in the Heart Festival

August 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Outdoor Festival of the Arts.

dancing art 135 web 125x125 Downtown Vancouver Art in the Heart FestivalA First Friday event so big, it’s taking over the first Saturday, too! Vancouver’s Downtown Association Annual Art in the Heart event will kick off  Friday, August 5 between 5 pm and 9pm, and continue Saturday, August 6 from 10 am to 4 pm.

This annual outdoor event is free to attend and features dozens of artists working in all styles and medium from the downtown galleries selling work along the sidewalks and on the streets, along with live music, artist demonstrations, poetry readings and … [Continue reading...]

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Cedar Creek Grist Mill Feeling Blue

July 27, 2011 By Leave a Comment

It’s Blueberry Time at the Mill.

blueberrypancakes 125 Cedar Creek Grist Mill Feeling BlueThis Saturday, July 30, 2011 would be a “sweet” time to visit the Cedar Creek Grist Mill…it’s Blueberry Festival time! Volunteers will be cooking up blueberry pancakes, topped with blueberry syrup, and served with…you guessed it, blueberries! There are also a couple of blueberry farms just down the road where you can go pick your own blueberries to take home.

The drive to the Cedar Creek Grist Mill and old covered bridge alone make it worth the trip. It’s like driving into the past, … [Continue reading...]

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Battle Ground Wine Loop

June 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Because Good Things Come in Threes!

wine pour 135 web Battle Ground Wine LoopAre you in the loop?

The second Saturday of the month is the Battle Ground Wine Loop. Visit Rusty Grape Vineyards, Heisen House Vineyards, and Olequa Cellars between noon and 5 pm for free wine tasting and other fun activities.

The next Battle Ground Wine Loop is Saturday, July 9, 2011. This month, they are having a Scavenger Hunt (along with wine, of course icon smile Battle Ground Wine Loop ). “Think you’re a good sleuth? Find out by joining in on the hunt, visiting each stop, checking out … [Continue reading...]

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Salmon Creek Burgerville 50th Anniversary Celebration

June 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Heritage Menu Offers Retro Pricing.

Salmon Creek Burgerville is ready to party! On Saturday, June 18, from 11 am to 8 pm, the Salmon Creek Burgerville will be celebrating Burgerville’s 50th Anniversary, and you’re invited to the party!

Special throwback pricing from their “Heritage Menu”, offering six original items at reduced prices. There will also be cake, balloons, giveaways, and more. Some of the special events will include trivia and prizes every hour, coloring contest, balloons, cake, and the chance for free Timbers tickets!

Burgerville’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Tour started … [Continue reading...]

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Memorial Weekend Clark County Wine Tasting Tour

June 2, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Taste the Wines of Clark County.

winebarrels 125 Memorial Weekend Clark County Wine Tasting TourRain or shine, it’s time to drink some wine! Eleven local Southwest Washington wineries will be participating in the Memorial Weekend Spring Wine Tour May 28-30, 2011. While I won’t say it’s impossible to visit all eleven in one day (because if I do, I know there are a few of you who would take that as a challenge icon smile Memorial Weekend Clark County Wine Tasting Tour ), you may want to check the map and spread your visits out over the weekend! General hours are between noon and 5 pm, but … [Continue reading...]

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Ante Up for Camas First Friday

May 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment

You Can Bet Friday Will be a Full House.

royalflush 125 Ante Up for Camas First FridayMay’s first Friday event in downtown Camas is sure to be a winner.  The Camas Poker Tour has more venders than ever on the list.

The downtown streets will be filled with players collecting their cards from participating merchants to then turn them in for a winning hand at Camas Antiques.

Each merchant will have poker cards for players and the more you get the better your cards!

All player cards must be turned in by 8 p.m. and winners will … [Continue reading...]

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Tuesdays Just Got Happier in Salmon Creek

May 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Happy Hour at Farrar’s for Salmon Creek Farmers Market.

During the month of May, enjoy Happy Hour at Farrar’s Bistro in Felida (12514 NW 36th Ave) between 4 pm and 6 pm, and they will donate 10% to our very own Salmon Creek Farmers Market.

No special flyer or code is needed to qualify for this promotion.

Remember, the Salmon Creek Farmers Market will open June 16, 2011 at its new location in Salmon Creek behind the Wayside Market.

Cheers!… [Continue reading...]

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