Last week I had to wonderful opportunity to attend the 5th grade luncheon at Prune Hill Elementary. These students got to attend a Portland Youth Philharmonic concert and then come back to their school for a formal, white linen luncheon put on by the PTA and served by their parents. Weeks leading up to this luncheon these kids went over manners, etiquette and behavior in formal dining situations. What a great gift to give these young people to go out in the world with. Hoping to inspire other elementary schools to do the same. Check it out!
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Meet this bike rider! Ms. Connie Pappas
As I drive around town I have seen this lovely woman on her bike riding all around in all kinds of weather. I have been inspired watching her ride around town and wanted to get to know who this lovely woman is. Well, she is Connie Pappas, the wonderful librarian at Skyridge Middle School. Tune is as she shares about her love for her bike and why she rides!
Richard Schwary-Camas resident for 86 years!
There have been so many young and new families moving to the City of Camas in the last 10-20 years which has been so exciting! But have you ever stopped to think what Camas was like almost a hundred years ago? Who lived here when this town was just a small dot on the map? What citizens helped to shape this great town we enjoy today? Well, I am proud to say one of those native citizens is my Grandpa, Richard Schwary. Tune in and listen as he chats about Camas years ago and his memories of a different time.
Second graders from Helen Baller Elementary spreading kindness!
Yesterday these sweet second graders from Helen Baller Elementary visited Camas Prestige Care and Rehabilitation Center to sing some holiday songs and put some smiles on faces of some older people in our community. It was beautiful. I couldn’t help but be moved by the kids sweet voices and the smiles on the faces of the people listening. These second graders are spreading random acts of kindness this holiday season and it’s so inspirational. I have to admit that I didn’t have my usual camera, so excuse the low quality of audio at some parts. Enjoy, and I hope this inspires you to spread kindness!
Scott Binder with Results Fitness Training
Tune into my latest interview with Scott Binder at Results Fitness Training in Camas, WA. He’s got a great TRX facility that is thriving in the fitness community. With his positive attitude, knowledge of fitness and nutrition you are bound to find something here for you. Check it out!
Just a Girl in Camas visits Greece
I’ve added a new tab to my website! It is called Beyond Camas and when I can I will be featuring communities that I visit. My hope is that we can relate and learn from communities all around the world. The end of September I visited the beautiful country of Greece. I found the people and culture there to be very much persevering and staying positive. I interviewed a lovely woman, Ariti, who gave us a walking tour around Athens. Listen in as I chat with her about their community and how they are sticking together during some trying and changing times.
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Camas Educational Foundation getting back in action!
Listen in as I chat with Erika Cox, the current President of the CEF. Their phone-a-thon is scheduled for next week and the big Gala/Auction for February. This group of amazing volunteers has some great things planned to help make our classrooms extraordinary. Check it out!
Clark County First Citizen Award for 2015 goes to Nan Henriksen
Tune into my latest video and meet one amazing woman, Nan Henriksen. Nan was mayor of Camas for nine years and was very influential in guiding our city to the many wonderful features we enjoy today. Nan is being honored tomorrow with the Clark County First Citizen Award. An amazing and admirable woman-tune in and meet Nan.
Look what’s coming to town! Hot Flow Yoga
There has been some empty space for awhile in downtown Camas, but not for long. Hot Flow Yoga is opening October 5th down on 4th by the Liberty Theater. Hear all about this new studio from the owner Jackie! Breathe deeply and let the light in.
What is the chain gang at the Camas high school football games?
Check out this great group of guys that make up the chain gang at the Camas High School football games! Hear what they do at the games and how many years they have been volunteering. Don’t forget the first home game is this Friday-Doc Harris-7:30. See ya there!