vernonia’s
voice what’s happening
july
2008
Art by Dave Ander-
son on display dur-
ing Vernonia’s First
Friday celebration.
(Left)
“Words Are Tools”,
created by Paula
Hansen, was part of
First Friday. (Below)
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Events Calendar
Vernonia Open Air Market - Every Friday from 4 p.m. - 7 p.m.
The market, formerly held in the courtyard of the Community Learning Center, has
moved out to the street. It is still looking for a permanent location, but it will be part of
the First Friday celebrations on Madison Avenue. The Open Air Market features hand-
made crafts, prepared food items, baked goods, and fresh produce. The vendors are
all local and are trying to provide an opportunity for Vernonia residents to buy and
shop in downtown Vernonia with and from their friends and neighbors. Stop by next
Friday afternoon and “Shop Vernonia.” Look for it along Bridge Street.
If you would like more information about the Open Air Market or would like to join as a
vendor, contact Scott Laird at 503- 367-0098.
4th of July in Vernonia! - July 4
Join your friends and neighbors for the First Friday Celebration, Downtown Vernonia,
starting at 4:00 PM including the Open Air Market, Live Music, and Side Walk Chalk
Art for kids; Parade at 7:30; Vernonia Booster BBQ and snacks at school grounds;
Fireworks at dusk.
AARP Safe Driving Class - Monday, July 28 and Tuesday, July 29
At the Vernonia Senior Center Call Karen Miller 503-429-9112 or 429-3912 for more
details.
One big fish caught during the KUPL
Fishing Derby. (Above)
Chili Cook-off - Thursday July 31
At Vernonia Senior Center. Details at the center or call 429-3912.
Vernonia Friendship Jamboree and Logging Show - August 1-3
Join us for the 52nd Annual Jamboree, Confirmed events so far include: Izaak Walton
Fishing Derby, Softball Tournament, Parade, Lawnmower Races, Rat and Rod and
Classic Car Show, Erik Kesterson Memorial Motorcycle Show, Zack Rumbolz Teen
Dance, Logging Show at Hawkins Park, Ridge Riders Horse Gaming, Church service
at Vernonia Community Church- plus Vendors, Beer Garden, and Lion’s Club BBQ.
Enjoying
Vernonia Lake
during the
KUPL Fishing
Derby. (Right)
Bear Creek Run/Walk - August 16
This is a fund raiser for Vernonia Cares. A 5K or 10K option is available. Details
available at www.signmeup.com/57993 or contact Race Director Maria Lemay at
503-429-1069.
Visit www.vernoniasvoice.com/events for more info and pictures.
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