The Snoqualmie Arts Commission is holding the first annual Snoqualmie Plein Air Paint Out on Sunday, August 23.

Plein air painting refers to the practice of painting an entire finished picture out of doors.

Painters of all media will be actively creating works of art throughout the city in locations such as Railroad Park in downtown Snoqualmie, Snoqualmie Falls Park, Snoqualmie Ridge, among others.

Artists are encouraged to register now. The fee is $20 for the day. No business license will be required and commissions will not be taken from paintings sold. The requirement is that painters be actively working on-site and not solely selling art pieces. For information, e-mail to jeffrey.waters@comcast.net.

Send gas, ATM tips for local guide

What’s your favorite campground? Where do you fill your gas tank for a trip in the Valley? Is there an ATM in your building where visitors can get cash? The Snoqualmie Valley Record would like to know.

The Record is putting together its Spring/Summer 2009 Valley Visitor’s Guide, and would like the latest information for its pages. Send us your story tips, as well as neighborhood locations for gas stations, ATMS, top local campgrounds, or other ideas. Contact the Record at (425) 888-2311 or e-mail to editor@valleyrecord.com.