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Fourth Plain International Fest 2012

Experience International.

Join the Fourth Plain Merchants Association in partnership with Americans Building Community for the 3rd Annual Fourth Plain International Festival on Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 10 am to 4 pm at Warrior Field (2000 Norris Road and Fourth Plain, Vancouver).

The Fourth Plain International Festival is the cultural experience of the summer and hosts a variety of local artisans, musicians, restaurants, and community organizations showcasing their talents and love for the vibrant and diverse cultures represented in our community. Everyone is welcome free of charge and is invited to experience the food, music, and dance from around the world.

This family friendly festival has free activities for all ages including, live music and dance performances, face painting, murals demonstration, a dunk tank, and the largest dodge ball tournament in the area. All food items are reasonably priced at $1-$5 per item allowing you to experience the diversity of our community one bite at a time.

Battle Ground Harvest Days 2012

Going Back to Their Roots.

Battle Ground Harvest Days has been a Clark County tradition since 1960, and will take place this year the third weekend of July (hey, just like every year ;-) ) Friday, Saturday and Sunday, July 20-22, 2012.

This year’s Harvest Days has been redesigned to be more of a “Family Oriented Fun Center” and is returning to the Heart of the Battle Ground area ~ to the east end of Main Street and the Old Town Battle Ground area. This is Battle Ground’s largest annual event and includes the Fred Meyer Grand Parade, Harvest Days Run, Market and Food Vendors, Live Entertainment, Bingo, Beer and Wine Garden, Harvest Nights Cruise, Family Fun Arena and lots more!

Battle Ground Harvest Days opening ceremony will take place at noon on Friday, and the three days of fun begins! Friday the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce presents the Harvest Nights Cruise in honor of Officer Mike Molzahn. “Kustoms, Hot Rods, Classics, “Choppers” and Two Wheeled Classics are invited to participate. BBQ will be provided by the Battle Ground Elks Lodge and the Battle Ground Rose Float will be on display. Come out and listen to Flashback Entertainment! You can Cruise to the Tunes at 97.9FM. Harvest Night Cruise shirts will be available for purchase with the proceeds to benefit the BG Youth Suicide Prevention Program “A Walk to Stop”.” ~Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce

Get Bold at Annual Harvest Days Run

Get Ready, Get Set, Get Bold!

This year’s Harvest Days Run takes place Sunday, July 22, 2012. The run is part of the annual Harvest Days Celebration in Battle Ground, Washington and includes a Half Marathon, 8K, and Family Run.

The looped courses provide a scenic backdrop through the countryside and down the heart of Main Street, starting and finishing in Battle Ground Village and will benefit the North County Community Food Bank.

“We have so much going on with this years Harvest Days Run. We have a new look for the logo, new finisher medals representing the history of Battle Ground and North Clark County moving forward, New Tech T-shirts, Pint Glasses, video and a very well supported running event by our community. Every year the Battle Ground Chamber of Commerce puts on its Annual “Harvest Days” Festival weekend including Carnival, Fred Meyer Grand Parade, Market & Food Vendors, Live Entertainment, Bingo, Beer & Wine Garden, Car Show & Shine, and lots more!

Camas Meadows Presents Concerts for a Cause

It’s “Fore” a Good Cause.

Tucked away in the forested wetlands near Lacamas Lake, Camas Meadows Golf Club is a beautiful place to visit; and not just for golfers. Camas Meadows is once again hosting Concerts for a Cause every Tuesday from July 10 to August 21, 2012 from 6:30-9:00 pm.

Concerts for a Cause is a series of outdoor concerts held at Camas Meadows Golf Club (4105 NW Camas Meadows Drive, Camas). You’ll be able to enjoy a different live band every week (and dancing on the patio if you feel like it) for a $5 suggested donation. Food and beverages will also be available and proceeds will benefit some great local charities.

The Big Shindig in the Couve

Creativity Shines at this Car Show.

“The only difference between men and boys is the price of their toys.” We’ve all heard that saying, and The Big Shindig car show seems to be living proof of that!

“Well folks. Its that time again. The Big Shindig is back for another year.

Sat July 7th, High Noon.

Held at the corner of 9th and Main st. in downtown Vancouver WA.

The Big Shindig is a tribute to traditionally styled rides and the people who possess talent and creativity you can’t buy from some ******* in California. We encourage owner built rods and customs, 1963 and earlier, where the creativity and ingenuity shine more than the accessories.

Read more…The Big Shindig in the Couve

Vancouver Rodeo

Cowboys, Clowns and the Queen.

Are you ready to ride…or just watch? The Vancouver Rodeo at the Clark County Saddle Club will be “ropin’, ridin’ and buckin'” July 4-7, 2012.

More than 8,000 people attend this rodeo each year and the Vancouver Rodeo has the most contestants in attendance in the Northwest Professional Rodeo Association.

There are four days of entertainment, including Steer Wrestling, Bull Riding, Barrel Racing, Bronco Busting, Roping excitement; and new this year, the McMillan Family Trick Riders! The Queen will be there, and of course what would a rodeo be without a clown?

Enjoy Science in the Park

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Scented Acres Lavender Farm

7th Annual Lavender Festival. Get ready to relax at the 7th Annual Lavender Festival at Scented Acres Lavender Farm on …

English Estate Winery Art and Wine Fair

Visit Clark County’s Oldest Winery.

English Estate Winery will welcome more than 40 local artists, musicians and food vendors July 14-15, 2012 at the 5th annual Art & Wine Fair. The fair will blanket the land throughout this 109-year-old estate, located at 17806 SE 1 st St., within Vancouver’s city limits, just 15 minutes from the Portland Airport.

Come enjoy two fun filled days at English Estate, 11-7 p.m Saturday and 12-6 p.m. on Sunday. Local musicians will perform throughout the day while you can shop for art, sip wine and grab a bite to eat.

Water colors, oils, jewelry, pottery, woodcraft and more capture the Estate during these two days. “We have a great representation of local artists and musicians at our Fair this year,” said owner Carl English. “This year we have two locations for music, so the vendors and attendees on the Manor House lawn will enjoy music also.” For a full list of participating artist and musicians,view the English Estate Winery Art and Wine Fair flyer.

English Estate Winery is also known for its success of Bag-in-a-Beautiful Box wines – selling boxed wine since 2003. Clark County’s oldest winery is located in East County within Vancouver’s city limits, and is known for its pure Estate Pinot Noir and sweet fortified dessert wines. English Estate’s The Loafing Shed tasting room is open on Friday, 12-9 p.m.; Sat-Sun 12-6 p.m.; and Mondays 4:30-7 p.m.

7th Annual Camas Car Show

Fired Up for First Friday. Enjoy Downtown Camas First Friday, July 6, 2012 from 5:00-8:30p, for the 7th annual Camas …

Noon Concerts in Esther Short Park

Wednesday Music and Munchies. I’ll have my lunch “to-go” with a side of music, please. Every Wednesday at noon in …

Cruisin the Gut 2012

Main Street in the ‘Couve.

One of the biggest events of the summer, the 4th Annual Cruisin’ the Gut will take place on Saturday, July 21, 2012 from about noon to 11pm; where classics, customs, muscle cars and hot rods will cruise Downtown Vancouver USA! New this year will be Cackle Corner, where you will be able to get check out the fastest of the fast, Dragsters!

If it looks cool or sounds cool…you’re in! There is no pre-registration or fee to participate, or to watch; and, with over 20 city blocks of cruising this year, you’re sure to get a great viewing spot! There will be canned food donation sites at the start and finish area to benefit Share; bring in 3 or more cans of food and receive a free dash plaque and goody bag (while supplies last).

Backyard Bounty Comes to Oscar’s

Taste the Difference for Yourself. Beginning June 29, 2012, Oscar’s Market, located at 4901 Northeast Saint Johns Road, will carry fresh, Clark County-grown produce from the Backyard …

Would You Like a License with your Fireworks?

License Your Pet Before They Get Lost. If you have pets, you know that the 4th of July can be …

Salmon Creek Farmers Market is Growing

Get Fresh on Thursdays in Salmon Creek.

The Salmon Creek Farmers Market is open for the 2012 season on Thursdays from 3-7 pm July 12 through September 27, 2012.

The market will be returning to the same spot they put their roots down last year, at 1315 NE 134th Street, Vancouver, right behind the Wayside Market/Shell Station in Salmon Creek.

The emphasis of the market is to bring fresh food from our local farmers to Salmon Creek, and our neighbors; you can also find local artisans, kids activities, music and cooking demonstrations and other special events.