Smokey’s is Getting Kids Ready for Back to School


School Supply Drive Going On Now.

e0700 pencils 125 Smokey’s is Getting Kids Ready for Back to SchoolAhh, the first day of school; fresh faces, new pencils and erasers, crisp, clean notebooks and a nice backpack to carry all those supplies in.  Unfortunately, that is not the situation for many kids returning to school this year.  Budgets have been cut in both homes and schools and many children will lack the basic tools necessary for successful learning without our help.

Smokey’s Hot Oven Pizza has a long history of supporting local kids and they are having … [Continue reading this Article]

Clark County Firefighters Helping Kids


Making Memories at Clark County Fair.

ebe83 firetruck 125 Clark County Firefighters Helping KidsOne of the displays I enjoyed at this year’s Clark County Fair was “The Old Firehouse”. It’s a display of over 40 Fire Engines and fire fighting equipment, dating from the 1800′s to current day. Many of the old engines have been beautifully restored, and just walking through the building tells a great visual story of how tied to the community firefighters were, and still are.

In fact, if you are going to the Clark County Fair on Monday … [Continue reading this Article]

Sip and Stroll in Sights and Sounds


Some Photos and Video from Sip and Stroll 2011.

The 2011 version of Sip and Stroll took place Saturday July 23 and encompassed 38 venues , hundreds of participants and an immeasurable amount of good times. This year the Sip and Stroll had participating venues in both the Downtown Vancouver, home of the Vancouver’s Downtown Association area and the Uptown Village area. Fortunately, for those less inclined to traverse the distance in between, shuttles ran throughout the event.

We thoroughly enjoyed the event. We had … [Continue reading this Article]

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Keeping Safe at Klineline


No Lifeguards or Spray Feature Summer 2011.

8fc83 kooling off at klineline 12 Keeping Safe at KlinelineKlineline Pond at Salmon Creek Park has long been a popular destination for summertime fun. With the addition of the play structure, spray feature and lifeguards, the popularity only increased.

The good news is that Klineline will be open for the summer. The bad news is that the spray feature will be off, and the lifeguards absent.

Here is an excerpt from a recent Clark County press release:

“For a second year, the county will not provide lifeguards … [Continue reading this Article]

A Voyage into the Village


Going to Market in Battle Ground

bgvom 125 web A Voyage into the VillageIt finally seemed like the first few days of summer, so we decided to take in the sights and sounds of the Battle Ground Village Outdoor Market. While not as big as some of the other local markets such as the Vancouver Farmers Market – and while not a true ’Farmers’ Market like the Salmon Creek Farmers Market – the Battle Ground Village Outdoor Market had a seemingly perfect combination of quantity and quality of vendors, and with … [Continue reading this Article]

Hazel Dell Fire Station Open House


Clark County Fire District 6 Annual Event.

4af8f ccfd6 135 web 125x125 Hazel Dell Fire Station Open HouseAlways a great family day full of fun and food, the annual Clark County Fire District 6 Open House will be Saturday, June 4, 2011 between noon and 4 pm at the Hazel Dell Station (8800 NE Hazel Dell Avenue).

Here are some of the activities that are planned for the day: Auto extrication, K-9 Demonstrations, Life Flight Helicopter, Fire Engine Rides, Fire Escape House, Low cost bike helmets ($10 from SW WA Medical Center Trauma Services), Free … [Continue reading this Article]

Hazel Dell Burgerville 50th Anniversary Celebration


Heritage Menu is a Blast from the Past.

bv 135 web Hazel Dell Burgerville 50th Anniversary CelebrationBurgerville’s 50th Anniversary Celebration Tour will start with a Bang! Actually, it will start with a parade! On Saturday, May 21, 2011 the Hazel Dell Burgerville (Hwy 99 and 99th Street) will begin their 50th Anniversary Celebration as the Hazel Dell Parade of Bands celebrates their 47th parade!

They will be celebrating from 11 am to 8 pm and featuring their “Heritage Menu”, offering six original items at reduced prices. There will also be cake, balloons, giveaways, … [Continue reading this Article]

Tuesdays Just Got Happier in Salmon Creek


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

facdb farrars 125 Tuesdays Just Got Happier in Salmon CreekDuring 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!


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Upcoming North Salmon Creek Neighborhood Association Meeting


The Garden Police?

c6c3d NSCNA logo Upcoming North Salmon Creek Neighborhood Association MeetingJoin the North Salmon Creek Neighborhood Association at the next general meeting on Tuesday, May 24, 2011, 7 pm at Riverview Community Bank in Salmon Creek.

While the Garden Police won’t be there, we will hear from Clark County Master Gardeners and the Clark County Sheriff’s Office West Precinct.

Come listen to Karen Palmer, a Clark County Master Gardener, teach how we can make our gardens more beautiful, productive, sustainable, and potentially more friendly to wildlife. Ms. Palmer will discuss “Growing Your … [Continue reading this Article]