Salmon Creek Applebees Pancakes for Kids

November 14, 2011 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser.

Pancakes for breakfast sounds good, right? Well, then pancakes for breakfast that raises funds for a local neighborhood holiday celebration sounds even better!

The Salmon Creek Applebee’s (13006 NE Hwy 99) will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser on Saturday, November 19, 2011 between 8am and 10am. You can also bid on items during the silent auction between 8-9:30am.

Tickets are $7 each, and the funds raised will go towards hosting a holiday celebration for local kids that might not otherwise have one. Tickets can be purchased … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Activities, Events, Food and Dining, Main, Neighborhood, NSCNA, Salmon Creek Tagged With: Fundraiser, Holiday Party, Kids, Live Local Media, Pancake Breakfast, Salmon Creek Applebees, Salmon Creek Live

Klineline Kids Fishing Event Looking to Hook Some Sponsors

January 23, 2011 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Annual Event is Reel Fun.

Girl fishing 135 Klineline Kids Fishing Event Looking to Hook Some Sponsors The 12th Annual Klineline Kids Fishing Event is set for April 9, 2011 at Klineline Pond, Salmon Creek Park. Over 1,500 children ages 5-14, along with their parents, are expected to attend and will have the opportunity to experience and learn about the sport of fishing.

The Klineline Kids Fishing Event is about more than just a fun day of fishing; it’s about introducing the kids to the sport of fishing as an individual and family activity and a way to become more aware of … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Activities, Events, Featured Posts, Live, Main, Neighborhood, Parks and Recreation, Salmon Creek Tagged With: Clark County, Fishing, Kids, Klineline, Salmon Creek, Sports, Vancouver WA, Washington Fish and Wildlife

Heritage High DECA Tests the Law

November 18, 2010 By Mitch Canton Leave a Comment

Texting and Driving Obstacle Course.

texting while driving 135 w Heritage High DECA Tests the Law Texting and Driving Laws went into effect in Washington State almost two years ago; and in June of this year, texting or talking on a cell phone while driving became primary offenses. So, just how difficult is it to text and drive?

Heritage High School DECA students want to find out.

Heritage High School DECA students have learned that texting and driving in the state of Washington is a growing issue. Worse, teens have been the victims of several catastrophes. In response, the school’s DECA … [Continue reading...]

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A Salute to Veterans

November 11, 2010 By Mitch Canton Leave a Comment

Veteran’s Day from the Mind of a 10 Year Old.

Let’s not have today become the forgotten holiday. It is imperative that we share the stories of the sacrifices of those who have gone before us with those who come after us. When I think about it, our ability to maintain this site, to speak my mind, to even live as I choose, is a result of the sacrifices made by those before me who stood firm in support of our country and our freedoms.

Too many people died face … [Continue reading...]

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Turkey Trot Along Salmon Creek Trail

October 21, 2010 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Thanksgiving Morning Fun Run.

Now here is a way to work up your appetite for Thanksgiving Dinner! The Turkey Trot, a family friendly fun run Thanksgiving morning, November 25, 2010, starting at 9 am.

The Turkey Trot is a family-friendly 5K Run/Walk or 10K Run along the beautiful Salmon Creek Trail, starting and ending at Klineline Pond in Vancouver, WA. Participants can trot at their own pace (and distance) and even bring along their dogs! For those daring enough to take the plunge, there will be a Polar … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Activities, Events, Featured Posts, Main, Neighborhood, Parks and Recreation, Salmon Creek, School Tagged With: Activities, Clark County, Events, Fun Run, Kids, Klineline Pond, Local, Principals Checkbook, race, Salmon Creek Trail, Turkey Trot

Tenth Annual Open House and Safety Fair

September 14, 2010 By Mitch Canton Leave a Comment

Public Safety Complex at the Clark County Fairgrounds.

Join your friends and neighbors at the Tenth Annual Open House and Safety Fair on Saturday, September 18th. The fun starts at noon and lasts until 4 pm at the Public Safety Complex – 505 NW 179th Street (located by the Fairgrounds). This Complex houses the Clark County Sheriff’s Office West Precinct, the Clark County Fire Marshal’s Office and a volunteer fire station shared by Fire Districts 6, 11, & 12.

Meet your local law enforcement, check out community exhibits, emergency vehicles … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Activities, Events, House and Home, Live, Main, Neighborhood, News, NSCNA, Salmon Creek Tagged With: Activities, Emergency, Events, Free, Fun, Kids, Law Enforcement, NSCNA, Open House, Public Safety Complex, Safety Fair

Got Sports?

July 26, 2010 By Melanie Leave a Comment

Get Physical.

sports-images_web Physicals are required for middle and high school students who plan on participating in intramural sports, band, or cheer. Free sports physicals are available for all Vancouver Public School students. No appointment is necessary (except at the Free Clinic of SW Washington). Students may be accompanied by a parent, or download the parent permission form.

August 10 – Hudson’s Bay
August 12 – Skyview
August 16– Fort Vancouver
August 21 – Free Clinic of SW Washington (call 313-1044 for appt)

Grades 9-12 from 1:30 – 2:30; … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Events, Main, Salmon Creek, School, Sports Tagged With: Kids, Physicals, School, Sports, Vancouver Public Schools

Child Care

July 22, 2010 By Mitch Canton Leave a Comment

Salmon Creek Child Care… [Continue reading...]

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Hanging Out in Hazel Dell

July 13, 2010 By Melanie Leave a Comment

The Clinton and Gloria John Clubhouse.

The Clinton & Gloria John Clubhouse (located in the former Hazel Dell School) is one of two Boys and Girls Clubs in Vancouver (the other is the OK Clubhouse, located at the JPC). Their mission is “to inspire and enable young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.” Their guidelines are simple…Respect Yourself…Respect Others…Respect Property.

Kids get to hang out with their friends (and make new ones) in a safe, fun place. … [Continue reading...]

Filed Under: Activities, House and Home, Keep it Local, Main, Parks and Recreation, Salmon Creek Tagged With: Activities, BGC, Boys and Girls Club, Kids, Sports, Summer

Kids Soccer Camp

July 12, 2010 By Melanie 1 Comment

Kickin’ It at Salmon Creek School

Crossway Church in Salmon Creek is offering a Kids Summer Soccer Camp at Salmon Creek School Wednesday, July 21 through Friday, July 23 for boys and girls in grades First through Fifth. Activities will include ball handling, dribbling, shooting, passing and a game; and go home with a commemorative T-shirt.

For more information, including registration, visit Crossway Church or call Brad at 360-828-1663.… [Continue reading...]

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