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Hearts for Michael: 6-9 p.m., in historic Olde Town, Issaquah. Help support longtime community volunteer Michael Johnson during Hearts for Michael at the Downtown Issaquah Association’s next ArtWalk. Over the past 20 years, Johnson — an avid photographer and certified massage therapist — has immersed himself in his creative passions, patients and especially his community. He was recently diagnosed with a variety of serious health challenges and in May underwent a critical surgery requiring extensive recovery, assistance and potential future surgeries. To lend support, Johnson’s friends and fans will offer some of his best and most iconic photographs at the next ArtWalk. Questions? Call Lauree Whitaker at 425-445-1174.
ArtWalk: 6-9 p.m., Downtown Issaquah. The Downtown Issaquah Association’s 15th annual Art, Wine and All That Jazz event continues on Friday. The event is free to the public. Bring the kids, friends and neighbors to experience local artists, hands-on art, nationally and internationally acclaimed jazz musicians and wine tasting. As you stroll through Downtown Issaquah, visit with local merchants offering extended hours, sip on your favorite local wines while you explore the galleries, studios and businesses. Artists across all mediums including photography, sculpture, painting, woodworking, jewelry and more will be featured along the streets and in local shops.
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Camp S’more at Lake Sammamish: 3-5 p.m., Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 NW Sammamish Road. Families, pitch your tent at Camp S’more at Lake Sammamish. It’s a hot summer night and the best place to be is right on the beach or under a shady tree at Lake Sammamish State Park. Now, for the first time, families will be able to pitch a tent and stay all night. Camp S’more is for first-time campers or those with experience who just want a simple night under the stars. All they’ll need to bring is a tent (or RV) and bedding. A barbecue dinner and a light breakfast will be provided. Prizes will be awarded in the tent decorating contest and the sand castle building contest. Bring your smart phone for geocaching instruction. For a moderate fee, take an evening kayak tour with Issaquah Paddlesports (limited availability). Cook marshmallows for s’mores over the beach campfire (provided) while singing camp songs or listening to a storyteller. Early risers are invited to join in the 6:30 a.m. bird walk. Cost is $40 per tent or RV, plus $15 per person. Campers will also need a Discover Pass or pay the $10 daily entrance fee. Learn more at LakeSammamishFriends.com.
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Hops and Shops: 6-9 p.m., Gilman Village, 317 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah. Back for its fifth year, now under a new name (formerly Beat the Summer Brews Fest), Hops and Shops Beer Fest is returning to Gilman Village. Breweries will be featured in various stores throughout Gilman Village providing a party-like atmosphere in one of Issaquah’s most iconic locations. Participating breweries and wineries include Cedar River Cellars, Dru Bru, Four Generals Brewing, Lumber House Brewery, Mac and Jacks, Ninkasi Brewing Company, Pike Brewing, Rogue, Twin Cedars Winery and more. Participating stores include Bloom Juice, The Recology Store, Studio Den, Pinto Portraits, Nifty Knitters, E&A, Suburban Soul, Serenity, White Horse Toys and Chromatique. Food, beer, wine, snacks, drawings, live music and a beautiful scenic view. Everyone over the age of 21 is invited to attend. Tickets are $30 (including fees) and contain a souvenir glass and six tasting tickets. You may purchase them prior to the 18th at: www.IssaquahChamber.com/hopsnshops. Additional tickets will be available to purchase at the event.
Ongoing
Sammamish Farmers Market: 4-8 p.m., Wednesdays through Sept. 20, at 801 228th Ave. SE. For more, visit www.sammamishfarmersmarket.org.
Issaquah Farmers Market: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturdays through Sept. 30, at the Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. NW. For information, visit issaquahwa.gov/market.
Advising for CWU Sammamish’s Running Start: It’s not too late to apply (www.cwu.edu/runningstart) and register for CWU Sammamish’s Running Start for fall. Advising will be occurring from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays, at the Sammamish site during August. CWU is located in the old Mars Hill Church at 120 228th Ave. NE Drop-ins and appointments are both welcome. To schedule an appointment, contact runningstart3@cwu.edu or call 509-963-1351. Central will also be hosting ESL open houses from 11 a.m. to noon, 3-4 p.m. and 6-7 p.m., Aug. 17 at the Sammamish site. For questions regarding planned ESL classes, or the open houses, call 509-963-2890 or email CE@cwu.edu.
Gas Station Blues: 7-9 p.m., Thursdays through Aug. 31. In partnership with the Washington Blues Society, the Downtown Issaquah Association will sponsor Thursday night Gas Station Blues, a free outdoor community concert series for all ages. Grab your lawn chair, the kids, neighbors and friends and chill out on a hot summer night at Gas Station Blues featuring talented blues artists at the historic Shell Station located at 232 Front St. N. In addition to amazing music, enjoy beer and wine from Issaquah Brew House and barbecue by BardsleyQue available on site. For more information, contact Brenda DeVore at 425.391.1112 or events@downtownissaquah.com.
