Mason County Kids Directory - Spring/Summer 2022

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SUMMER CAMPS AT THE SALMON CENTER

United Community, Empowered People, Exceptional Health

The Salmon Center is excited to start up our summer camps! These camp opportunities allow kids of all ages to adventure and learn about the natural world around them.

HCSEG’s Explore the Fjord summer The Salmon Center Farm Stewards camp is for Middle School and High Program is available for elementary School students. Explore the Fjord will school students. Salmon Center Farm spend 1-2 weekdays on trips around Stewards will get to learn about and the Hood Canal watershed. Participants interact with all aspects of maintainwill learn about the local environment ing a fully functioning, organic farm through adventures like hiking, kayakand care for a flock of poultry along ing, and camping. The all-day program with a mixed herd of llamas, alpacas, will start and end at The Salmon Center. and goats.

To learn more and sign-up for summer camps visit pnwsalmoncenter.org HCSEG has many Spring and Summer Volunteer opportunities available!

Help is always appreciated at Farm at Water’s Edge, which is an organic farm located at the Salmon Center. The farm’s CSA program will be starting in spring, and the U-Pick Gardens will soon be ready for harvesting. The gardens are open to the public from dawn to dusk, and all produce is available by donation only!

There are many opportunities to get involved on the farm! To learn more and sign-up for the CSA program, visit pnwsalmoncenter.org/csa.

VOLUNEERING AT THE SALMON CENTER

MASON CLINIC PEDIATRICS ACCEPTING PATIENTS! Call 360-426-2653 to make an appointment!

In August, you can join us on the Union River at the Summer Chum Trap to collect essential monitoring data. There are several habitat clean-up events that will be taking place on the Duckabush Estuary.

To learn more and sign-up visit pnwsalmoncenter.org/get-involved/volunteer

Another special thanks goes out to the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group for providing a fun cover image!

Kitsap & Mason Kids are dedicated to connecting families and their children with things that will enrich their lives.

Thank you to our local Chambers for supporting us so we can continue that mission!

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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SUMMER CAMPS AT THE SALMON CENTER

United Community, Empowered People, Exceptional Health

The Salmon Center is excited to start up our summer camps! These camp opportunities allow kids of all ages to adventure and learn about the natural world around them.

HCSEG’s Explore the Fjord summer The Salmon Center Farm Stewards camp is for Middle School and High Program is available for elementary School students. Explore the Fjord will school students. Salmon Center Farm spend 1-2 weekdays on trips around Stewards will get to learn about and the Hood Canal watershed. Participants interact with all aspects of maintainwill learn about the local environment ing a fully functioning, organic farm through adventures like hiking, kayakand care for a flock of poultry along ing, and camping. The all-day program with a mixed herd of llamas, alpacas, will start and end at The Salmon Center. and goats.

To learn more and sign-up for summer camps visit pnwsalmoncenter.org HCSEG has many Spring and Summer Volunteer opportunities available!

Help is always appreciated at Farm at Water’s Edge, which is an organic farm located at the Salmon Center. The farm’s CSA program will be starting in spring, and the U-Pick Gardens will soon be ready for harvesting. The gardens are open to the public from dawn to dusk, and all produce is available by donation only!

There are many opportunities to get involved on the farm! To learn more and sign-up for the CSA program, visit pnwsalmoncenter.org/csa.

VOLUNEERING AT THE SALMON CENTER

MASON CLINIC PEDIATRICS ACCEPTING PATIENTS! Call 360-426-2653 to make an appointment!

In August, you can join us on the Union River at the Summer Chum Trap to collect essential monitoring data. There are several habitat clean-up events that will be taking place on the Duckabush Estuary.

To learn more and sign-up visit pnwsalmoncenter.org/get-involved/volunteer

Another special thanks goes out to the Hood Canal Salmon Enhancement Group for providing a fun cover image!

Kitsap & Mason Kids are dedicated to connecting families and their children with things that will enrich their lives.

Thank you to our local Chambers for supporting us so we can continue that mission!

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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As we explore Mason County this spring & summer we are super excited to join new friends in GEOCACHING!

We can't wait to hide some fun! www.geocaching.com

FORMERLY "TASTE OF HOOD CANAL"

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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As we explore Mason County this spring & summer we are super excited to join new friends in GEOCACHING!

We can't wait to hide some fun! www.geocaching.com

FORMERLY "TASTE OF HOOD CANAL"

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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Where will your summer lead you?

Become a LIBRARY LIAISON this summer!

See Centerfold for Map & More Info

We are HUGE FANS of the public library system! It is one of our greatest public resources - and FREE! They run fantastic programs all year long and always have something EXTRA FUN for summer!

Did you know you can check out Discover Passes? Fishing Kits?

Hiking Kits? Bird Watching Kits? Wow! We want to encourage you to visit your local branch and maybe even EXPLORE ALL 12!

This is NOT a library-sponsored event. It is our invitation to you to visit your local library and tell us what you love about going there.

We will share our favorite responses in the fall issue and YOU could

WIN 1 of 13 $25 gift cards! (Baker's dozen - 1 bonus!)

Toys Etc • Burger Claim • Bluberry Fozen Yogurt • SEE Film • Alder & Alouette

ISH PNW • Mr. Bills Collectible World • The Curious Child • Noah's Ark The Game Wizard • Skyline Drive-In Theater • Shelton Cinemas • Blossom Baby

Summer day camp registration open now

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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Where will your summer lead you?

Become a LIBRARY LIAISON this summer!

See Centerfold for Map & More Info

We are HUGE FANS of the public library system! It is one of our greatest public resources - and FREE! They run fantastic programs all year long and always have something EXTRA FUN for summer!

Did you know you can check out Discover Passes? Fishing Kits?

Hiking Kits? Bird Watching Kits? Wow! We want to encourage you to visit your local branch and maybe even EXPLORE ALL 12!

This is NOT a library-sponsored event. It is our invitation to you to visit your local library and tell us what you love about going there.

We will share our favorite responses in the fall issue and YOU could

WIN 1 of 13 $25 gift cards! (Baker's dozen - 1 bonus!)

Toys Etc • Burger Claim • Bluberry Fozen Yogurt • SEE Film • Alder & Alouette

ISH PNW • Mr. Bills Collectible World • The Curious Child • Noah's Ark The Game Wizard • Skyline Drive-In Theater • Shelton Cinemas • Blossom Baby

Summer day camp registration open now

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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• Find these and many others •

MONDAY- 6:30pm 360-352-3410 Olympia Evergreen Christian Community MONDAY -5:30pm 360-731-6834 Port Orchard Christian Life Center FRIDAY - 6:30pm 360-500-6479 Elma Elma Christian Missionary Alliance Church Wednesday - 6:30pm 253-853-0229 Gig Harbor Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church

FRIDAY - 6:30pm 253-853-7878 Key Peninsula WayPoint Church FRIDAY - 6:30pm 360-490-0784 Shelton Gateway Christian Fellowship SUNDAY - 6:30pm 360-765-3335 Quilcene Assembly of God Quilcene CR Meetings are for ADULTS - but many locations offer childcare & teen programs.

Thank you North Mason Bible Church

West Sound Young Life (formerly SK) has existed for 20 years serving high school, middle school and teen moms. We have recently expanded to include Bremerton and Belfair and launched WyldLife for middle-schoolers in North Mason. For club times/days see: westsound.younglife.org/

for Sponsoring the hope on these pages!

Play the DOT GAME!

Take turns connecting two adjacent dots (not diagonally). When you make a box, you put your intitials in it and get another turn. When all the dots are connected, the person with the most boxes wins!

Everyone needs a place to feel included.

• get involved • find a place • be engaged • have a voice • be heard!

Check out our interactive youth group databases at:

kitsapkids.com/mason-county kitsapkids.com/youth-groups

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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• Find these and many others •

MONDAY- 6:30pm 360-352-3410 Olympia Evergreen Christian Community MONDAY -5:30pm 360-731-6834 Port Orchard Christian Life Center FRIDAY - 6:30pm 360-500-6479 Elma Elma Christian Missionary Alliance Church Wednesday - 6:30pm 253-853-0229 Gig Harbor Chapel Hill Presbyterian Church

FRIDAY - 6:30pm 253-853-7878 Key Peninsula WayPoint Church FRIDAY - 6:30pm 360-490-0784 Shelton Gateway Christian Fellowship SUNDAY - 6:30pm 360-765-3335 Quilcene Assembly of God Quilcene CR Meetings are for ADULTS - but many locations offer childcare & teen programs.

Thank you North Mason Bible Church

West Sound Young Life (formerly SK) has existed for 20 years serving high school, middle school and teen moms. We have recently expanded to include Bremerton and Belfair and launched WyldLife for middle-schoolers in North Mason. For club times/days see: westsound.younglife.org/

for Sponsoring the hope on these pages!

Play the DOT GAME!

Take turns connecting two adjacent dots (not diagonally). When you make a box, you put your intitials in it and get another turn. When all the dots are connected, the person with the most boxes wins!

Everyone needs a place to feel included.

• get involved • find a place • be engaged • have a voice • be heard!

Check out our interactive youth group databases at:

kitsapkids.com/mason-county kitsapkids.com/youth-groups

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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Find a Place to Connect!

Grades K-5

AGES 11-17

Pack 4513 Belfair Community Church Contact: Kristine Teets Phone: (360) 850 - 7224 Email: tinesakura@gmail.com Dens for Boys or Girls

Troop 1513 Troop 9112 Belfair Community Church Kristmastown Kiwanis Contact: Andrea Carlson Contact: Matthew Wood Phone: (360) 275-5817 Phone: (360) 490 - 4052 Email: foxxi_lady@msn.com Email: sheltonwood4@gmail.com Boy Troop Boy Troop

Troop 45052 (Shelton) Pioneer Elementary Troop 45118 Belfair Elementary Troop 41816 McCleary Elementary Troop 45480 McCleary Elementary (K-12)

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Pack 9110 (Shelton) Sons of the American Legion Contact: Roger Miller Phone: (360) 490-2616 Email: countryredneckin@yahoo.com Dens for Boys or Girls

Did you know there are 3 amazing Girl Scout camps in Mason County?! You should join just to see those!

Did you know you can also be a an IRM?

more info @ girlscoutsww.org

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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Find a Place to Connect!

Grades K-5

AGES 11-17

Pack 4513 Belfair Community Church Contact: Kristine Teets Phone: (360) 850 - 7224 Email: tinesakura@gmail.com Dens for Boys or Girls

Troop 1513 Troop 9112 Belfair Community Church Kristmastown Kiwanis Contact: Andrea Carlson Contact: Matthew Wood Phone: (360) 275-5817 Phone: (360) 490 - 4052 Email: foxxi_lady@msn.com Email: sheltonwood4@gmail.com Boy Troop Boy Troop

Troop 45052 (Shelton) Pioneer Elementary Troop 45118 Belfair Elementary Troop 41816 McCleary Elementary Troop 45480 McCleary Elementary (K-12)

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Pack 9110 (Shelton) Sons of the American Legion Contact: Roger Miller Phone: (360) 490-2616 Email: countryredneckin@yahoo.com Dens for Boys or Girls

Did you know there are 3 amazing Girl Scout camps in Mason County?! You should join just to see those!

Did you know you can also be a an IRM?

more info @ girlscoutsww.org

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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THANK YOU to CORLISS PAINTING FOR SUPPORTING THIS PAGE and OFFERING TRUE CERTAINTY, QUALITY & SATISFACTION!

The Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program provides a child-friendly dentist for children, birth - 5 years, on Medicaid.

ABCD services include: dental check-ups, fluoride treatments, parent education, and fillings, if needed.

Participating Children's Dentists: Belfair Dentistry - Dr. Dan Byrne (360) 275-6292

(Accepts ABCD and Medicaid-enrolled children, up to age 15, in the North Mason SD)

Olympic Dental Center (360) 432-8379 Shelton (Accepts Medicaid-eligible patients, ages 8-18.)

Shelton Family Dentistry (360) 426-2631 Shelton

(Accepts ABCD-enrolled children and their siblings). Se Habla Español 12

Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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THANK YOU to CORLISS PAINTING FOR SUPPORTING THIS PAGE and OFFERING TRUE CERTAINTY, QUALITY & SATISFACTION!

The Access to Baby and Child Dentistry (ABCD) program provides a child-friendly dentist for children, birth - 5 years, on Medicaid.

ABCD services include: dental check-ups, fluoride treatments, parent education, and fillings, if needed.

Participating Children's Dentists: Belfair Dentistry - Dr. Dan Byrne (360) 275-6292

(Accepts ABCD and Medicaid-enrolled children, up to age 15, in the North Mason SD)

Olympic Dental Center (360) 432-8379 Shelton (Accepts Medicaid-eligible patients, ages 8-18.)

Shelton Family Dentistry (360) 426-2631 Shelton

(Accepts ABCD-enrolled children and their siblings). Se Habla Español 12

Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason-County

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A Sampling of Mason County Spring/Summer Events

School Release Dates

(Snow days were still pending at time of printing - please verify with your district!)

GrapeviewSD Friday, June 10 Hood Canal SD Friday, June 17 Mary M. Knight SD Monday, June 13 North Mason SD Monday, June 20 Pioneer SD Tuesday, June 14 Shelton SD Monday, June 13 Southside SD Friday, June 10 Mason County Christian School Friday, June 3 Shelton Valley Christian School Friday, June 10

April 30, 2022 Opening Day at

Belfair Saturday Market!

10-3pm Every Saturday through September @ Belfair Elementary Apri 22, 2022 Earth Day FREE DAY @ WA PARKS! April 29, 2022 Friday 2:30-5pm Healthy Kid's Day @ Shelton YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a free event open to all! It is designed to inspire kids’ creativity, awaken their imaginations, and encourage them to stay active.

Followed by: FREE Family Friday 5-7pm Food, games & hanging-out!

Teen Night -Every Friday Night!

FREE! @ Shelton Family YMCA (must have waiver onfile)

April 30, 2022 Saturday 7-10am Scott McLendon's Annual Spring Sale & Pancake Breakfast Belfair. FREE pancake breakfast is served up by North Mason Chamber Trustees and Ambassadors.

May 6, 2022 Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA Every 1st Friday you've got a babysitter! $20-30 depending on membership level. Includes dinner, crafts and fun! Lower cost for additional children. Pre-register online.

May 8, 2022 Sunday Mother's Day! May 14, 2022 10-3pm Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) May 21, 2022 Vance Creek Railriders Opening Day! book now! vcrailriders.com June 3, 2022 (see May 6 for details) Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA June 4-5, 2022 Mason County Forest Festival Shelton Sat: 7-11am Mason 5 Firefighters Pancake Breakfast 11-12 Paul Bunyan Parade Sun: 10-1am The Kristmas Town Kiwanis Duck Race 10-3pm Shelton Car Show-Off June 11, 2022 10-3pm Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) June 11, 2022 National Get Outdoors Day FREE DAY @ WA PARKS! June 12, 2022 Free Fishing Day FREE DAY @ WA PARKS! June 19, 2022 Sunday Father's day June 24-26, 2022

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

MotoAmerica Superbikes @ Ridge Motosports Park - Lots of Road Racing!

The weekend also includes Grand Prix go karts, a mini GP race on the kart track, food vendors and surprise entertainment throughout the weekend. Kids 12 and under get in FREE with a paying adult at the gate.

July 1, 2022 (see May 6 for details) Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA July 2, 2022 Tahuya Day Parade Hay & horse rides, kids crafts, lots of vendors, food, ice cream July 9, 2022 10-3pm

Monday, July 4, 2022

Independence Day!

See our online activities guide @ kitsapkids.com/mason-county Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) July 15 - July 17 Allyn Days/Salmon Bake & Sea Food Festival The Allyn Community Association invites yout to gather to enjoy the Mud run, legendary alder-smoked salmon dinner, a vendor area for shopping, beer garden, live music and dancing, children activities and shellfish delicacies galore.

July 29-31 Bluegrass From the Forest The Allyn Community Association invites you to gather to enjoy the Mud run, salmon dinner, vendor shopping, live music and more! Kid's activities and shellfish delicacies galore.

July 31, 2022 Sunday 7am - 1pm Pancakes in the Park At Kneeland Park, Shelton hosted by Shelton Kiwanis. This year's allyou-can-eat breakfast includes pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee.

August 5, 2022 (see May 6 for details)

Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA August 13, 2022 10-3pm Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) August 13, 2022 Hood Canal Summerfest & Car Show Belfair State Park Hosted by NM Rotary.

The NM Regional Fire Authority will kick off the event with a Pancake Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the Summerfest gates will open at 10 a.m. More info at northmasonrotary.org August 20, 2022 11-8pm Hoodstock Union Concert location near Hood Canal Marina

School Return Dates '22-23

(*tentative at time of printing!)

GrapeviewSD Wednesday, Aug 31 Hood Canal SD *Wednesday, Sept 7 MaryM.KnightSD *Wednesday, Aug 31 North Mason SD Wednesday, Aug 31 Pioneer SD Wednesday, Sept 7 Shelton SD Wednesday, Aug 31 Southside SD Tuesday, Aug 30 Mason County Christian School Thursday, Sept 1 Shelton Valley Christian School Monday, Aug 22

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason

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A Sampling of Mason County Spring/Summer Events

School Release Dates

(Snow days were still pending at time of printing - please verify with your district!)

GrapeviewSD Friday, June 10 Hood Canal SD Friday, June 17 Mary M. Knight SD Monday, June 13 North Mason SD Monday, June 20 Pioneer SD Tuesday, June 14 Shelton SD Monday, June 13 Southside SD Friday, June 10 Mason County Christian School Friday, June 3 Shelton Valley Christian School Friday, June 10

April 30, 2022 Opening Day at

Belfair Saturday Market!

10-3pm Every Saturday through September @ Belfair Elementary Apri 22, 2022 Earth Day FREE DAY @ WA PARKS! April 29, 2022 Friday 2:30-5pm Healthy Kid's Day @ Shelton YMCA Healthy Kids Day is a free event open to all! It is designed to inspire kids’ creativity, awaken their imaginations, and encourage them to stay active.

Followed by: FREE Family Friday 5-7pm Food, games & hanging-out!

Teen Night -Every Friday Night!

FREE! @ Shelton Family YMCA (must have waiver onfile)

April 30, 2022 Saturday 7-10am Scott McLendon's Annual Spring Sale & Pancake Breakfast Belfair. FREE pancake breakfast is served up by North Mason Chamber Trustees and Ambassadors.

May 6, 2022 Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA Every 1st Friday you've got a babysitter! $20-30 depending on membership level. Includes dinner, crafts and fun! Lower cost for additional children. Pre-register online.

May 8, 2022 Sunday Mother's Day! May 14, 2022 10-3pm Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) May 21, 2022 Vance Creek Railriders Opening Day! book now! vcrailriders.com June 3, 2022 (see May 6 for details) Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA June 4-5, 2022 Mason County Forest Festival Shelton Sat: 7-11am Mason 5 Firefighters Pancake Breakfast 11-12 Paul Bunyan Parade Sun: 10-1am The Kristmas Town Kiwanis Duck Race 10-3pm Shelton Car Show-Off June 11, 2022 10-3pm Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) June 11, 2022 National Get Outdoors Day FREE DAY @ WA PARKS! June 12, 2022 Free Fishing Day FREE DAY @ WA PARKS! June 19, 2022 Sunday Father's day June 24-26, 2022

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Say you saw them in the The Mason County Kids’ Directory!

MotoAmerica Superbikes @ Ridge Motosports Park - Lots of Road Racing!

The weekend also includes Grand Prix go karts, a mini GP race on the kart track, food vendors and surprise entertainment throughout the weekend. Kids 12 and under get in FREE with a paying adult at the gate.

July 1, 2022 (see May 6 for details) Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA July 2, 2022 Tahuya Day Parade Hay & horse rides, kids crafts, lots of vendors, food, ice cream July 9, 2022 10-3pm

Monday, July 4, 2022

Independence Day!

See our online activities guide @ kitsapkids.com/mason-county Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) July 15 - July 17 Allyn Days/Salmon Bake & Sea Food Festival The Allyn Community Association invites yout to gather to enjoy the Mud run, legendary alder-smoked salmon dinner, a vendor area for shopping, beer garden, live music and dancing, children activities and shellfish delicacies galore.

July 29-31 Bluegrass From the Forest The Allyn Community Association invites you to gather to enjoy the Mud run, salmon dinner, vendor shopping, live music and more! Kid's activities and shellfish delicacies galore.

July 31, 2022 Sunday 7am - 1pm Pancakes in the Park At Kneeland Park, Shelton hosted by Shelton Kiwanis. This year's allyou-can-eat breakfast includes pancakes and sausage along with juice and coffee.

August 5, 2022 (see May 6 for details)

Kid's Night out at Shelton Family YMCA August 13, 2022 10-3pm Kid's Day at Shelton Farmer's Market! (every 2nd Saturday! May - October) August 13, 2022 Hood Canal Summerfest & Car Show Belfair State Park Hosted by NM Rotary.

The NM Regional Fire Authority will kick off the event with a Pancake Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. and the Summerfest gates will open at 10 a.m. More info at northmasonrotary.org August 20, 2022 11-8pm Hoodstock Union Concert location near Hood Canal Marina

School Return Dates '22-23

(*tentative at time of printing!)

GrapeviewSD Wednesday, Aug 31 Hood Canal SD *Wednesday, Sept 7 MaryM.KnightSD *Wednesday, Aug 31 North Mason SD Wednesday, Aug 31 Pioneer SD Wednesday, Sept 7 Shelton SD Wednesday, Aug 31 Southside SD Tuesday, Aug 30 Mason County Christian School Thursday, Sept 1 Shelton Valley Christian School Monday, Aug 22

Mason County Kids is currently on KitsapKids.com/Mason

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