Hey folks, long time no talk. I just read through this thread, and I don't think I will be able to be in town on the 8th, but I do have a few suggestions for you.
1) Brews Bros coffee shop downtown on Post and Riverside (I think??). Talk to Julie the owner, she is a sweetheart, and they definitely allow vaping. Kinda small, but it might work.
2) Hills restaurant on Main and Stevens. Talk to Steve the bartender, he is the owner. They have a decent sized banquet room, and I doubt he would charge you for it. He allows vaping too! (at least he allows me to vape when I am in town. It's worth a shot.)
3) Lilac Lanes up north. I know it's way up North, but they are a known supporter of vaping.
You might also get a hold of the owners of Zombie Juice. They came and helped sponsor the event in Tacoma last month, and I hear they are gearing up to open a B&M shop in the area. Also James at Mt Baker Vapor in Bellingham. He is on the other side of the state, but I would bet he would donate a few prizes, maybe some sample bottles for everyone to try out.
There are a few B&M shops in North Idaho too, and it would be worth talking to them about sponsoring, or even hosting, although who ever wants to go to Idaho for anything but liquor, tobacco, and fishing, right? Lol.
Anyway, I wish I could make it, and I will let you know if my schedule clears up. Good luck!
-AJ