Summer Park Pub to Benefit Hough Foundation & Parks Foundation

(Vancouver, WA) - The Hough Foundation and Parks Foundation are partnering to offer a Park Pub at Esther Short Park for visitors of the 2009 Riverview Community Bank Six to Sunset Concert Series. Beginning July 9th and running six consecutive Thursdays from 5 p.m. – 9 p.m., the Hough and Parks Foundations will host picnic-goers, private parties and individuals who wish to enjoy a glass of wine, beer and food from a local restaurant while listening to the free musical performances. Proceeds from the sale of reserved tables, beer and wine will pay for important social services provided by the Hough Family Services Center as well as parks, recreation and trails throughout Clark County.
A securely fenced area with tables, open grass area and other comfort facilities will be provided. A private area will be set aside for those who would like to purchase a package of table service, dinner and two beverages for $25 per person. “This is a great opportunity for local businesses and social groups to plan affordable summer gatherings at the park while supporting community organizations” said Angie Laughlin, Executive Director of the Hough Foundation. A Park Pub entry fee of $5 for those who must be over 21 years old includes unlimited access to the Park Pub for one evening and the first beverage of choice.
“With shrinking city & county parks and recreation budgets, it’s absolutely critical that the community becomes creative in looking for ways to support parks and recreation opportunities across the county,” said Cheri Martin, Executive Director of The Parks Foundation.
Established in 1992, the Hough Foundation is a local non-profit organization with a mission to provide resources that promote physical, scholastic and mental health enhancement to Hough students, families and the surrounding community. The mission of the Parks Foundation is to raise funds through public and private partnerships for parks, trails, and recreational programs across Clark County.