Back Issues: July, 2012
“Columbia River Concours d’Elegance” Aug. 5 features maintained, restored vintage cars
Tuesday, July 31, 2012The Rotary Club of Vancouver Metro Sunset, along with the Rotary Club of West Linn is hosting the “Columbia River Concours d’Elegance” along Officers’ Row in Vancouver on Sunday, Aug. 5. The show runs from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Concourse d’Elegance features automobiles of all makes and models that were manufactured prior to 1974 and remain in their original condition or have been restored to original condition.
Classic and collectible marques include such famous names as Jaguar, Bentley, Cord, Mercedes Benz, Alfa Romeo, Austin Healey, MG, Porche, Triumph, Cadillac, Corvette, Lincoln, Morgan, and a host of others. As an added attraction, the world’s oldest competition Ferrari will be on display.
This fundraiser will provide funds to support both local and international projects to improve the lives and health of people in our community and abroad. Sponsors for this year’s event include Hagerty Insurance, Keith Martin’s Sports Car Market, The Oregonian, The Columbian, Battery Systems Inc., and Griot’s Garage. Tickets can be purchased at the show for $12 or in advance online for $10 atwww.columbiariverconcours.com.
“Gifts from Our Ancestors” exhibit runs now through August 22 at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
Tuesday, July 31, 2012Two volunteer opportunities open through the Clark College Foundation
Tuesday, July 31, 2012Do you enjoy planning parties? Do you have experience coordinating large events? The Clark College Foundation needs two nonpaid volunteers to help organize the elegant Savoring Excellence dinner/program. The annual event honors top Clark College donors. Responsibilities include general event planning and development. To apply, contact Director of Communications Rhonda Morin at rmorin@clark.edu or 360-992-2705. For more information, visit Clark College Foundation.
SunModo opens new facility; hosts open house this Friday
Tuesday, July 31, 2012Come celebrate SunModo‘s expansion into a new facility at an open house this Friday, Aug. 3, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The celebration includes a BBQ lunch reception, a new products launch, and exciting raffle prizes. Local elected officials, partners from Columbia River Economic Development Council and representatives from local chambers of commerce will also be there. SunModo organized this event in order to honor their staff, partners, suppliers, and customers whose loyalty and patience have made the move possible. “Our rapid growth in the solar business, we owe to our employees and to our loyal customers,” says Tony Liu, founder and president. The new facility is located adjacent to the Vancouver Historic Reserve at 1905 E 5th St., Suite A-D, Vancouver.