Providing healthy choices for employees will be among the topics of a business forum hosted by Community Choices. Business leaders are invited to attend a forum Tuesday, Sept. 28, from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Heathman Lodge, 7801 N.E. Greenwood Drive, Vancouver. The cost to attend, $35 per person, includes lunch.
Debra Hoff-Frye has more than 30 years of experience behind a camera, and some examples of her work can be seen at Fireworks Photography, in Washougal. Debra and her husband Stephen Frye purchased Fireworks Photography five years ago from the business' original owners Brian and Anne Knoll. Debra worked as a freelance photographer when the company was located in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Fireworks Photography is located at 1436 "A" St., Ste. 106. For more information, call 904-1466, e-mail FireworksPhotography@comcast.net or visit www.FireworksPhotography.com.
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As a mother, Bryna Sampey knows a thing or two about giving birth and breast feeding. As a doula, she is putting that knowledge to use while assisting women during their transition into motherhood. Sampey, of Camas, said there is the birth of the baby as well as the 'birth' of a mother during delivery. "There is an emotional and physical transition during active labor," she said. "That's when the mother is born, and she would give everything up for her children. That 'mother love' kicks in. It's so powerful."
In September, the American Red Cross will provide disaster preparedness tips for purchasers of Papa Murphy's pizzas. "Get A Kit, Make A Plan and Be Informed" tips, as well as promotion codes for discounts on Red Cross emergency preparedness kits, will be included on fliers at Papa Murphy's. When kits are purchased through the Red Cross, customers can receive either a free large pizza or cheesy bread as a thank you gift. September is National Preparedness Month. The Papa Murphy's and Red Cross promotion is the first piece in an ongoing partnership. This winter, Papa Murphy's will launch its "Red Cross Response" campaign, which will educate customers about where they can help and/or donate. Donations to the Red Cross can be made at Papa Murphy's throughout the year. There are two Papa Murphy's locations in Camas - 2406 S.E. Eighth Ave., and 3415 S.E. 192nd Ave.
David Garcia, owner of HEARTH Wood Oven Bistro, said he is on "Cloud 11" as he prepares to open the restaurant Wednesday. Pizza toppings include Kalamata olive, vegetable, pepperoni and lamb curry. In addition to seasonal fruit desserts, HEARTH features a variety of wines from the Northwest, California and Italy. HEARTH Wood Oven Bistro, 1700 Main St., Ste. 110, is open Wednesday through Saturday, from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sunday, from noon to 7 p.m. For more information, call 210-7028 or visit www.hearthwashougal.com.
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The owners of Lakeside Chalet restaurant describe it as a very family-friendly business. Child-friendly touches include several toys that are available for use, such as a Fisher-Price plastic mobile pony that is frequently in action around the dining room. "We're 'family-casual,'" Paula Stanley said. "Mom and pop," her husband Nick Stanley added. They and Paula's ex-husband - the restaurant's manager and main cook Steve Gibson - are part of "one big blended family," according to Nick.
There are several new faces in the kitchen at Shelby's Restaurant & Lounge, in Washougal. They include Executive Chef Rudy Garcia, Sous Chef Antonio Hernandez and Sous Chef-in Training Greg Shelby Jr. Garcia, of Camas, has been a chef for more than 20 years, in restaurants from Los Angeles to Seattle. Prior to joining Shelby's, he owned Rudy's Palate, in downtown Portland, for 2 1/2 years. Garcia graduated from Western Culinary Institute, in Portland, in 1998. Two years prior to that, he served as an apprentice with a master chef in Portland. "I'm a French style chef with Italian influence," Garcia said.
Workshed Interactive has relocated its office within downtown Camas. Shannon Van Horn and her husband Bret own Workshed, which helps clients with Internet-related marketing projects and printed marketing materials. "We design and program websites, host websites, create blogs, provide e-mail marketing services, search engine optimization services, set up social networking profiles, do print design and consult with clients regarding various marketing services and issues," Shannon Van Horn said. "Our focus is on easy-to-use web presence and marketing pieces that help our clients stand out from their competitors."
