Whether you're building a new deck, upgrading your hot water tank, or finally replacing those drafty windows, every home improvement project on Vashon starts with two key questions: How much will it cost — and how can I do it right?

We’re diving into the financial side of home and garden projects, exploring how islanders can invest wisely and stay protected.

This year, we’re elevating kids’ experiences with a larger Kid Zone and re-introducing our Festival train.

Your support will enable us to ensure that FREE train rides are available for kids. (Donations are not deductible as a charitable contribution.)

All donors can bring their receipt by our Strawberry Festival Chamber Merchandise booth for a small gift exclusively for ‘Bring Back the Train’ donors.

Goal: $6,100

The fall is the perfect time to start planning for next year’s spring and summer spruce ups for your home.

Be inspired and connect with Vashon professionals who will make your coziest or grandest home and garden dreams come true. We’ll have experts from all areas of the Home & Garden industry to help answer your questions and connect on projects.

Mark your calendars for this popular, free to attend, event held on Saturday, October 18th at Vashon High School from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

This year, we’re bookending summer with larger road closures on June 6th and September 6th. Roads will be closed from 5 p.m. till 8 p.m. from Ober Park to the Theatre. This allows for extended summer celebration and a safer environment.

At Harpole Home, we believe every home tells a story—a reflection of the people who live there, the landscape that surrounds them, and the creativity that flows within. This month, we’re thrilled to shine the spotlight on one of our recent projects, a stunning kitchen remodel nestled on Vashon Island’s scenic west side.

Can’t wait to see who joins us this year as a Strawberry Festival Vendor. The application to participate is now live.

1. Fill out the application by May 1st

2. We’ll let you know if you’re in by May 15th

3. All paperwork and payment due May 30th

4. Vendor list & map placement by June 20th

Join us for our next monthly member meeting on Wednesday, April 16th.

Wednesday, April 16th from 3 - 4 p.m.
Open Space Tahoma Room (second floor of the main hall)
18870 103rd Ave SW

Of course, we all KNOW that Vashon is awesome! It's always wonderful to see others fall in love with our wonderful community.

Recently, we've gotten some new media hits, which have been supported by the Chamber. One is South Sound magazine and the other, an online publication called The Manual.

As the rush of the Holiday season is hitting full swing, make sure to take the opportunity to give back to local organizations the help support our Vashon Community.

There are many wonderful nonprofits on our island. We’ve pulled together a list of those that are members of our Chamber. There are over 30 great organizations on this spreadsheet. We’ve included their name, mission, main website and a convenient link to their donation page.

Thank you for taking the time to consider supporting one or more of these local nonprofits.

‘Small Business Saturday’ is this coming weekend. Yet, on Vashon, EVERY DAY is a small business day. Your on-island purchases support your friends and neighbors. Buying local right now, helps to get our beloved businesses through the cold, dark, low-traffic winter.

Have you seen Tom Conway’s gift idea post on the ‘Vashon for All’ Facebook group? Not only did he raise the bar for recognizing our small business buddies this Holiday season, but he also invited the community / business owners to add to the list.

We reached out to Tom and got his approval to share his list. Some may not be on Facebook. Some may have lost the link to this phenomenal post. Here’s a copy/paste of his post from Monday, November 25, 2024. Make sure to click the link to support Tom’s post and see what new gift ideas have been added. (note that Tom states ‘101’ in the intro below, but there were already three more ideas by the time I copied the post.)

No matter where you live, Thanksgiving week can bring many questions around “what’s open today?”

When you’re on Vashon, that question can be wildly more important as you want to keep things convenient and stay on island.

We surveyed Vashon Chamber member food establishments to find out what their hours of operation will be this coming Thanksgiving.

“With the appointment of our new Executive Director, we're entering an exciting chapter for the Vashon-Maury Chamber of Commerce. This leadership, coupled with our refreshed operating structure, positions us to better serve our community, support local businesses, and build a stronger, more vibrant future for Vashon Island," writes Cheryl Lubbert, President of Vashon-Maury Chamber of Commerce and Co-Owner/Founder of Nashi Orchards.