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Looking for new books to read? Washington State Librarian features 20 Books in 20 Minutes September 17

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Photo by Cheryl Landes Updated September 17, 2020 One of the positive aspects of the pandemic for many of us, myself included, is that we've had more time to read for personal enjoyment. Some of us, like me, are catching up on a long reading list. Others want to explore new genres or new authors. … Continue reading Looking for new books to read? Washington State Librarian features 20 Books in 20 Minutes September 17

2020 GlobeDocs Film Festival goes virtual October 1-12

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Photo by annca from Pixabay Watch 18 feature-length documentary films and 17 documentary shorts, which consist of four shorts programs at the sixth annual GlobeDocs Film Festival hosted by the Boston Globe October 1-12. This year's festival will be held online due to prevent exposure to COVID-19. Stay online after the films to hear discussions … Continue reading 2020 GlobeDocs Film Festival goes virtual October 1-12

Webtoberfest celebrates Octoberfest for almost two months

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A virtual Octoberfest? Yes, it's happening. It started at 9 a.m. Pacific time on Saturday, September 5, with Fassanstich (the opening of the first keg). The fun continues through October. Watch streamed music, dances, and other entertainment. Learn how to cook an authentic Octoberfest menu. Participate in virtual beer and wine tastings. Shop for gifts … Continue reading Webtoberfest celebrates Octoberfest for almost two months

2020 Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair online September 12

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The annual Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair, which is usually held in Vancouver, Washington, will be broadcast virtually this year because of the COVID outbreak. Visit exhibitor booths, watch live music and re-enactments, and go on a scavenger hunt. The event will be broadcast live from the Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair Facebook page 9 … Continue reading 2020 Vancouver Peace and Justice Fair online September 12

Treat your taste buds to The Secret Menu in Camas September 15-30

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Are you craving new food experiences? Help is on the way! Starting September 15 until the end of the month, 11 restaurants in downtown Camas, Washington, are creating items for The Secret Menu event. They've never had these items on their menus before. The only way to find out what these tasty items are is … Continue reading Treat your taste buds to The Secret Menu in Camas September 15-30

Get your 2020 Washington State Fair fix in Puyallup and beyond

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A view of the fairgrounds from a previous Washington State Fair in Puyallup Photos by Cheryl Landes The 2020 Washington State Fair in Puyallup was cancelled this year because of the COVID pandemic, but it hasn't vanished. There are still a few ways you can get your fair fix wherever you are. Every Friday, Saturday, … Continue reading Get your 2020 Washington State Fair fix in Puyallup and beyond

Make downtown Camas your midway during Fair Food Week 2020

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Elephant ear (photo by Cheryl Landes) Camas Days and the Clark County Fair in Ridgefield, Washington, were cancelled this year due to ongoing safety concerns with COVID-19. But not all is lost for fair lovers. Now downtown Camas is recreating the midway experience, where you can enjoy some fair fare favorites and discover new treats … Continue reading Make downtown Camas your midway during Fair Food Week 2020

See newly painted pieces from local artists at the Downtown Camas Plein Art Festival today

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Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay At the Downtown Camas Plein Art Festival today in Camas, Washington, dozens of artists are outside creating beautiful works on canvas. At 4 p.m., they'll move their easels with their finished pieces to the sidewalk in front of the Camas Gallery at 408 NE Fourth Avenue for public viewing. From … Continue reading See newly painted pieces from local artists at the Downtown Camas Plein Art Festival today

Plenty of tickets left for the Lee Farms Sunflower Harvest Festival this weekend in Tualatin, Oregon

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Photos by Cheryl Landes I found out about this event last night and checked it out today. More than 100,000 sunflowers are in bloom at Lee Farms in Tualatin, Oregon, this month. The farm is open Friday through Sunday until August 30 for the public to wander through the fields, pick flowers to take home, … Continue reading Plenty of tickets left for the Lee Farms Sunflower Harvest Festival this weekend in Tualatin, Oregon

Sample artisanal ciders from Washington-based producers at virtual Cider Summit

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Photo courtesy Creative Commons The 2020 Cider Summit Seattle features varieties from six producers based in Washington State. Order a tasting kit online by 11:59 p.m. Pacific time on Sunday, August 30, and receive a link for Cider Summit Virtual Festival on Saturday, September 12, 6-7:30 p.m. Pacific time. The featured producers for the tenth … Continue reading Sample artisanal ciders from Washington-based producers at virtual Cider Summit