Community Corner
🌱 See how Camas School District stacks up in new state rankings.
Be sure to catch Late Night Karaoke Wed-Sun 10pm-1am on the Camas Patch calendar
Coffee in hand, Camas? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See how Camas School District stacks up in new state rankings.
- Why national retirement experts are eyeing Camas as a hidden gem.
Also on today's calendar: First Friday Downtown Camas Association and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a belt that is made of watches? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Thursday: Mostly sunny and beautiful, with a high of 78 and low of 54 degrees.
- Friday: Nice with periods of sun, temps: high: 77, low: 51.
- Saturday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 83 and low of 55 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• These are top 10 school districts in Washington state. Did yours make the list? (thenewstribune.com) — Families in Camas will be glad to know Camas School District is recognized among Washington's top 10 districts in Niche's new 2027 rankings. The statewide list highlights districts with strong academics and college prep, noting that most top performers are in Western Washington, with Camas standing out alongside Pullman as an Eastern Washington exception. 
• 29 Awesome Places to Retire (cheapism.com) — Camas gets singled out as a standout retirement option, praised for its classic Pacific Northwest small-town feel, scenic setting near the Columbia River, and lively downtown with art, food, and culture. The piece notes that it's ideal for active retirees who dislike hot, humid climates, though local rents may run higher than some other Washington communities.
📸 Around Camas
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Camas
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★ Featured events ★
- Late Night Karaoke Wed-Sun 10pm-1am →
Drop The Mic Karaoke, 224 NE 3rd Ave, Camas
10:00 pm
Thursday October 1
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- First Friday Downtown Camas Association →
Camas WA - Preschool Storytime →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
11:30 am - Artist Panel - Between Page & Panel →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
5:00 pm - 20th Annual "Pumpkin Pageant" & Harry Potter First Friday! →
Downtown Camas, Camas
5:00 pm - Reception - Second Story Gallery →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
5:00 pm - Family Storytime →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
10:30 am - Finding Your Roots: How to Trace your Family History →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
5:00 pm - Hado Healing Sound Bath Experience →
LiveWell Camas: Non-Profit Yoga & Fitness for All, 417 Northeast Birch Street, Camas
7:00 pm - Penguin Talks - The Life of a Native Bee in Washington →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
12:00 pm - The Path to Productive Aging Conversations →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
6:00 pm - Rainbow Reads →
Camas Public Library, 625 NE 4th Ave, Camas
4:30 pm
Friday October 2
Saturday October 3
Monday October 5
Tuesday October 6
📣 Camas Shout Outs!
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Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- I'm hoping to find a home for my male neutered indoor/outdoor cat.
Born 9/4/2020. He has used a litter box in the past, but is trained to "ask" to go outside. He's very shy, but affectionate after he gets to know… (Nextdoor Evergreen Terrace)
- Walgreen Company posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate - Temporary in Camas. Apply here.
- Albertsons Company posted a job opening for Retail Sales and Store Support in Washougal. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Camas here.
🗞 Nearby News
Washougal
- Washougal, WA (businessviewmagazine.com)
- Toll Brothers, Inc. Announces Ridge At Granite Highlands Coming Soon to Washougal, Washington (marketscreener.com)
- There's a new No. 1 on the GeekWire 200 as AI and hardware reshape our Pacific Northwest startup index (geekwire.com)
Vancouver
- Wednesday, Sept. 30: 'The Amazing Race' Season 39 Journey Begins in Vancouver (staytunedmag.com)
Ok Camas! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: A waist of time. (Thank you Martin L. for sending it in!)
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