Salmon Creek: We’ve Moved! After many long hours, tons of packing and moving, Salmon Creek Neighbors has moved to their new home: www.SalmonCreekLive.com. It’s all about news, notes, and happenings in the Salmon Creek Neighborhood. We’ve also added printable merchant coupons, and so much more. So, if you are ready to move to Salmon Creek, or already live there, check out this great site. Or, if you are just ready to move, be sure to check out www.Search360Homes.com.
February 25, 2009
February 23, 2009
Visit with Harriet Tubman
Ridgefield: Visit with Harriet Tubman Learn about the life Harriet Tubman through stories and songs at The Old Liberty Theater in Ridgefield, Friday Feb. 27 at 7:30. Click here for more information.
Chinese Immersion Comes to Franklin
Vancouver USA: Chinese Immersion Comes to Franklin Beginning next year, Franklin Elementary School will add a Chinese Immersion program for incoming Kindergartners. The class is available for all Vancouver School District kindergartners, and will be a full day program. Parents are invited to attend one of three informational meetings offered: Feb. 24, March 24, April 21. For more information, click here.
February 20, 2009
State of the City
Vancouver USA: State of the City Mayor Royce Pollard will give his annual State of the City address on Thursday Feb. 26, at 10 am. It will be held at the Hilton, Vancouver, WA in the Heritage Ballroom; doors open at 9:30. Registration is required by calling the City Manager’s office at 487-8600. A non-perishable food donation for the Salvation Army Stop Hunger Warehouse is suggested.
More Parks in Clark County
Clark County: More Parks in Clark County The Greater Clark Parks District was approved by voters in 2005 and 21 new parks have been completed, or are under construction. According to Clark County Public Works Director, Pete Capell, “The park district program improves the quality of life for our residents, provides more outdoor recreation opportunities, and supports private-sector jobs by putting construction dollars back into the local economy.” Visit Clark County, Washington for more information.
Twitter Today
This is a batch of our Twitter posts from the past 24 hours…
- 16:09 so bummed that after all the hoops we jumped through, the seller (a Bank) failed (imagine!) to deliver doc on time… closing pushed back
February 18, 2009
Dog Park Closing
Clark County: Dog Park Closing The Dakota Memorial Off-Leash Dog Park will be closed for maintenance from 7:30 am to 3 pm Wednesday and Thursday, Feb 18-19. Clark County is making improvements to the trail inside the park. The rest of Pacific Community Park will remain open. Click for more information about Off-Leash Dog Parks in Clark County.
Firstenburg Bridal Show
Vancouver USA: Firstenburg Bridal Show Getting married, got questions? Find helpful information at the Firstenburg Community Center’s Free Bridal Show on Feb. 22, from 12 noon to 4 pm. Photographers, caterers, boutiques and more will be on-site to answer your questions. For more information call (360) 487-7005.
February 16, 2009
Earth Day
Vancouver USA: Earth Day The Vancouver Marshall Center and Columbia Springs will be partnering for an Earth Day community event. Held at the Marshall Center, April 18, from 9 am – 3 pm. Displays, presentations, activities, games, crafts and more. Call Columbia Springs at 885-7737 for more information.
Lantern Tour
Vancouver USA: Lantern Tour Join in a tour of Fort Vancouver after dark. Each adult will carry a lantern on this tour of Fort Vancouver with a Park Ranger and learn what life was like and what activities occurred at the Fort after the sun went down. Saturday, February 21 at 7 pm. Call the Vancouver National Historic Visitor Center at 360-816-6230 for more information.
Building Blocks
Lakeshore: Building Blocks Building Blocks to Successful Learning programs are fun for young children and their parents or caregivers. The program includes games, storytime, and more and meets Wednesdays at 10 am at Lakeshore Elementary School. Call Barbara at 571-9696 for more information.
February 15, 2009
Change Your Clock
Clark County: Change Your Clock The time to set your clocks ahead will be Sunday, March 8, at 2 a.m. It’s also a good time to change the batteries in smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Then, since you already have your ladder out, why not change your old light bulbs to new energy efficient ones. Click here for information on Daylight Savings Time, and information on lighting rebates and discounts.
February 12, 2009
St. Vincent DePaul
Clark County: St. Vincent DePaul The St. Vincent DePaul Society is in need of rice, toothbrushes, toothpaste, disposable razors and deodorant. Cash is also happily accepted! Donations can be dropped off at 2456 Stapleton Rd, Vancouver; or at St. Joseph Catholic Church.
February 11, 2009
Vancouver Girls Softball Association
Vancouver USA: Vancouver Girls Softball Association The VGSA Auction will be held Saturday, Feb. 28, 6 pm. Dinner provided by Olive Garden, Live Auction, Raffle, Silent Auction and more. For more information on how to join the fun, click here.
February 9, 2009
Vancouver Home Connection
Vancouver USA: Vancouver Home Connection Have you considered Home Schooling? The Vancouver Home Connection (VHC) offers educational opportunities for a creative, personalized learning experience. There are Parent Preview Meeting coming up beginning Feb. 23. Call 313-4990 or click for Vancouver Home Connection.
Panthers at Burgerville
Hazel Dell: Panthers at Burgerville Grab your family and friends and head to the Burgerville on Hwy 99 on February 17 from 5-7 pm. A portion of all proceeds will go to the Jason Lee Middle School PTA. What a tasty way to support the school.
Pick Me, Pick Me!
Felida: Pick Me, Pick Me Thomas Jefferson Middle School PTSA is seeking candidates for the 2009-2010 Executive Board. If you are interested, or would like to nominate someone (just get their permission first), send an email to contact@tjmsptsa.org or click here for more info.
Felida Red Barn
Felida: Felida Red Barn is closed for the season. They are scheduled to re-open in May. I can hardly wait!
February 2, 2009
Lincoln’s Birthday Party
Vancouver USA: Lincoln’s Birthday Party Join the City of Vancouver in celebrating the Bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln’s Birthday. This event will be Feb. 21 from 1-4 p.m., at the Pearson Air Museum, is free and open to the public. There will be games, crafts, birthday cake and more. Call 258-3289 or click City of Vancouver or Pearson Air Museum for more information.
First Tuesday on Thursday
Vancouver USA: First Tuesday on Thursday The Vancouver Planning Commission First Tuesday Event will be held on Thursday, Feb. 5, at 4 p.m., at Clark College Gaiser Hall. This special session is in conjunction with Clark College’s Global Warming Teach-In. Call 487-7955 or click here for more information
