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Clearing up the confusion about buying local
•June 10, 2011 • Leave a Comment‘Distinction in Arts’ at Carnation Elementary
•May 24, 2011 • Leave a CommentAs reported in The Woodinville Weekly:
At the most recent Riverview School Board meeting there was literally standing room only, as many district teachers, administrators and parents gathered to share in the celebration of the recent Distinction in Arts Award of Carnation Elementary.
Carnation was one of three Washington state public schools selected for their outstanding school arts programs, and recognized for making all components of the arts – dance, music, theater, and visual arts an essential part of all students’ education. Education in the arts supports a deeper understanding across multiple academic areas, ensuring that kids are truly exited about learning.
For Carnation Principal Doug Poage, the development of the art infused learning process has been years in the making. It began in 2005 when a community member introduced him to the non-profit arts education organization ArtsEd Washington, and the new Principals’ Arts Leadership (PAL) program.
Doug then joined with the other elementary principals in Riverview to participate in this innovative program.
ArtsEd Executive Director Una McAlinden said, “The principal is the key to any school. Principal leadership and encouragement truly ignites the entire school.”
She continued, “The PAL program was the catalyst for the award winning success story we are celebrating here tonight.”
Also on hand to celebrate this extraordinary award were Dr. Jonell Adams – WSSDA, Sybil Barnum – Arts Impact, Carolyn Butler – Duvall Cultural Commission and Ann Rene Joseph – O.S.P.I.
As reported in The Woodinville Weekly:
The executive director of the Washington State School Directors Association, Dr. Jonelle Adams, was also on hand to express her praise of the Riverview School Board and Carnation Elementary for their dedication to the arts.
She explained, “Research shows that students highly involved in the arts achieve consistently better outcomes and this includes better grades, less likelihood of dropping out, and more positive attitudes about school.”
Additional information can be found at the ArtsEd website: www.artsedwashington.org.
Duvall’s Downtown Wins Award!
•May 17, 2011 • Leave a CommentThis week, the City of Duvall’s Main Street Reconstruction Project will receive an award from the Washington State Main Street Program in the “Outstanding Design or Rehabilitation” category. On May 12, a ceremony will be held in conjunction with RevitalizeWA, Washington State’s Main Street and Preservation Conference.
Duvall’s Farmer’s Market is Open
•May 10, 2011 • Leave a CommentLaunched in 2006, The Duvall Farmers Market specializes in offering fresh, locally-grown and certified organic farm based foods, value-added products and also celebrates those who craft with their own hands the items they sell.
Facts
- The 2011 Season is rain or shine beginning May 5th and ending September 29th.
- The market operates every Thursday from 3pm – 7 pm and is located on Brown Street between NE Richardson & NE Ring.
- The market produces a seasonal poster in conjunction with three city-entrance banners which are available to passing motorists, restaurants, offices, and all local establishments in Duvall, Carnation, Redmond Ridge and Monroe.
- The Duvall Farmers Market is a proud member of the Washington State Farmers Market Association, Cascade Harvest Coalition, Puget Sound Fresh and Local Harvest which each have their own independent website links and who list the Duvall Farmers Market information.
- Each week the Duvall Farmers Market also offers a ‘Tasting Station’ where customers may taste local produce, receive recipes and free samples.
- The market hosts four Chef Demos featuring local chefs who highlight and prepare select culinary items for that week.
- The market provides regular free children activities for 100 children per day. The market provides a venue for live musical entertainment throughout the entire season.
Duvall Valley Art Show
•May 9, 2011 • Leave a CommentAs seen on the Duvall 
Valley Art Show web site:
Learning More Everyday!
•November 4, 2010 • Leave a CommentA big thank you to the Duvall Chamber’s inspirational meeting this morning. So many great social media ideas! Click on their link and attend the next meeting… You’ll be glad you did.
Cow Pie Bingo!
•June 2, 2010 • Leave a Comment
Buy your Cow Pie Bingo ticket now. Available at many Duvall store locations, this is an opportunity to contribute to the Duvall Days festivities and possibly win $250!
Duvall Days 5K/10K Runs
•May 29, 2010 • Leave a Comment
Announcing the 5th annual Duvall 5K/10K Runs. Come to the beautiful Snoqualmie Valley, participate in the run or walk of your choice, and then stay for the Duvall Days Main Street festivities!
Select from two runs – a flat, easy 5K course along the Snoqualmie Valley Trail or a tough, hilly 10K course through the streets of Duvall. Both runs start and finish at McCormick Park in downtown Duvall, next to the Snoqualmie River. The Duvall 5K and 10k distances are USATF certified.
Come Join the Fun at Duvall Days, June 5 and 6
•May 25, 2010 • Leave a Comment
The Country Livin’ Festival happens only once a year and this year it is on Saturday, June 5th. The event begins early in the morning with the annual 5k and 10k Run Hills, Run Fast event at 8 a.m. If you’re not a runner the rest of the day starts with a Parade and completes at 10:00 p.m. with Fireworks. In between explore Duvall with an array of restaurants and antique stores. Main Stage brings out a fun group of locals, and new this year is Street Art. Our Street Dance will keep us dancing until dark to a live dance band and family friendly music. The Fireworks in the park will signify the end of the event.
The Valley Art Show is Here!
•May 20, 2010 • Leave a Comment“
It’s time for the fifth annual Valley Art Show! This is a wonderful opportunity for our community to display and celebrate their artistic talent, to be judged by local artists and to receive ribbons for the winning entries. There is no fee to enter and the art will be displayed in downtown Duvall businesses from May 22nd – June 5th for friends and family, as well as neighbors and patrons, to enjoy. “
