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spring recreation 2013 Special section of The Issaquah Press and Sammamish Review

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Published by Issaquah Press Inc. spring recreation guide 2013 Cultural Arts 4 Health Education

www.issaquahpress.com 425-392-6434 Watch for the Summer issue of Free Time! coming June 5, 2013

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Parenting 10 Preschool 12 Youth 14 Special Events

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Special Interest

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Sports & Fitness

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Teen Activities

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The classes listed here are a round-up of offerings from the library, senior center, clubs and organizations, some non-profit agencies and the advertisers in this special section.

Bringing You Generations of Smiles

Hwang’s Taekwondo

Summer Camp

2013 Program: June 24 - August 30 Camp Package: 2 weeks: $199 per week 3 weeks: $169 per week Drop-Off Times: 8:30am - 9:00am Pick-Up Times: 5:30pm-6:00pm

(Uniforms are not included in camp fees.

Cost of uniform is $30)

Three generations of the Finkelstein Family

Mark Germack, DDS

Voted Best Dentist in Issaquah & Seattle MET Magazine

450 NW Gilman Blvd, Suite 103 425-392-7541 Issaquah www.drgermack.com

10% OFF if you sign up by May 1st!

Spring Special Two Weeks of Classes For

Includes a FREE Uniform.

Sign up for any program in March and we will waive the registration fee a $130 value! Not valid with any other offers.

Cultural Arts

Painting, Drawing, Ceramics, Printmaking Classes Teens and Adults

Dozens of classes and workshops create a positive learning experience for the novice or professional student. The artEAST Art Center offers classes in painting, ceramics, mixed media, drawing, encaustic and more. These diverse and unique programs change often to offer enticing new experiences that are conveniently schedule and close to home.

• Daily throughout the year • Morning, afternoon and evening classes available • artEAST Art Center, 95 Front St. N., Issaquah • Cost vary by class • www.arteast.org

• 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

The Poet’s Magic or La Magia del Poeta Ages 4+

What happens when you combine poetry, storytelling and magic to explore the power of words? You discover the ways language can inspire your dreams and fire the imagination! Join us for this bilingual (English and Spanish) performance. No registration required.

• Thursday, May 1 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Meet the Author of “Tetong in the Land of the Unknown” All ages

Three Post-War Italian Tenor Greats

One of the most exciting aftermaths of World War II for American operalovers was the emergence of a new generation of young Italian opera singers, especially tenors. In the 1940s it was Giuseppe Di Stefano. In the 1950s it was Carlo Bergonzi. In the 1960s it was Luciano Pavarotti. The accounts of their difficult beginnings are very similar, but the stories of their “glory years” are very different. Presented by veteran opera lecturer, Norm Hollingshead.

• Tuesday, March 12 - Giuseppe Di Stefano Tuesday, March 19 - Carlo Bergonzi Tuesday, March 2- Luciano Pavarotti • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Sammamish Library Writing Group Teens- Adults

Respond to prompts, or write what you want to. Come once or attend every month. Led by Reisha Holton, Sammamish journalist and creative writer. Questions? Email reishaholton@gmail.com.

Sponsored by the Sammamish Friends of the Library.

• Tuesday, March 26 and May 28

Engage in the Arts!

Art Classes & Workshops at the artEAST Art Center Unique, Affordable, Inspiring, Convenient

This is the story of a young man’s passage to manhood as he and his two brothers struggle to save their father from the curse of an evil sorcerer. Skeptical, arrogant and even insolent at first, the boy quickly learns that there are creatures and magic far beyond his imagination. His quest for the magic takes him from one end of the Philippines to the other and into dimensions far beyond. Written by Ludvimin Reyna in the best tradition of Charles Perrault, Hans Christian Anderson and the Brothers Grimm.

• 11 a.m. Saturday, April 20 at Sammamish Library • 1:30 p.m., Sunday, May 19 at Issaquah Library • Free • 425-392-5430

Fun Summer Camps, Classes and Workshops!

Painting • Glass • Ceramics Drawing and more...

Discover & register online at www.artEAST.org

95 Front St. North, www.arteast.org 425-392-3191

www.backstagedance.org 425.747.5070 Factoria

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Opera Preview: La Voix Humaine by Poulenc and Suor Angelica by Puccini

Come hear popular opera enthusiast Norm Hollingshead talk about this “double bill.”

• Tuesday, April 30 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Meet Washington Trust Fellow Winner Teens-Adults

Meet Issaquah’s Fellowship winner of the Artist Trust of Washington. Dianne will read from “Thicker Than Water,” her current work in progress, a memoir of her special relationship with an eccentric aunt whose long, resilient, friend-filled life belied a 70-year struggle with the stigma and challenges of mental illness.

Dianne will also read from “The Eye Is Not Enough: On Seeing and Remembering.”

• 2 p.m., Sunday, April 14, Issaquah Library • 7 p.m., Tuesday, June 18, Sammamish Library • Free • 425-392-5430

Martine & Hans: Dia - A Celebration of French Music All ages

Singer Songwriter Martine and pianist Hans Brehmer perform a luminous and multi-dimensional blend of French handpicked jazz standards and groovy originals for children and families.

• Saturday, May 4 • 1 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Meet the Author of “Blood Money” Teens-Adults

In Blood Money, Erika Mitchell brings you a thriller where accountants are heroes and spies are sidekicks. Come join Erika as she discusses her book.

• Saturday, June 22 • 11 a.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

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425.888.7108

Health Education Food Literacy: Knowing What and How We Eat Adults, Children, Families

In this presentation, hosted by publisher Readers to Eaters, Bastyr University dietitians give a ‘Nutrition 101’ on what’s in the food we eat and give a consumer guide to food jargons; farmers and urban gardeners discuss what’s in season; and authors and educators share their favorite food reads for the entire family.

• Wednesday, May 22 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Heartburn: Don’t Ignore It

Left unchecked, heartburn and reflux can lead to serious complications, including cancer. Come learn how to control symptoms and reduce risks in the least invasive way with naturopathic physician, Dan Labriola. Co-sponsored by Northwest Natural Health.

To register, please call the Cancer Education Center: (206) 386-2502.

• Wednesday, April 24 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Cooking Chinese Food for Diabetics All Ages Learn how to cook fast, healthy stir-fry meals at home.

Learn how this style of cooking can fit into your meal plan and how simple and economical cooking with a wok can be.

Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Tuesday, April 16 • 6-7:30 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • $15/person • 206-386-2502

First Aid Class Ages 12 to adult

This class, taught by Eastside Fire & Rescue personnel, earns you a 2-year endorsement through American Heart Association. Learn knowledge and gain skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, plus extensive first aid. Pre-payment required. Drop by any fire station to register.

• Saturdays, Mar. 10, April 14, May 12 or June 9 • 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

• Station 83, 3425 Issaquah/Pine Lake Road, Sammamish • $65 • 425-392-2381

Joint Replacement: The Right Choice?

All Ages

If you have arthritic joint pain and are considering joint replacement, you’ll want to attend this important class. An orthopedic surgeon will discuss hip- and knee-replacement surgery, as well as the latest in robotic-assisted surgery for those who have advanced arthritis in part of their knee. There will also be a question and answer session with the surgeon. Preregistration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Wednesday, March 13 • 6-8 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Long Term Care

You spend your whole adult life saving up your nest egg for retirement, but an unexpected illness, accident or the normal process of aging could wipe out that nest egg. How do you protect yourself from this financial disaster? Are your parents protected? Come and empower yourself with knowledge and get questions answered. Presented by Maria Myers.

• Saturday, March 23 • 11 a.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Sexual Function and Prostate Cancer

Come join naturopathic physician Patrick Bufi for a discussion of common health issues of men of all ages. Co-sponsored by Northwest Natural Health. Pre-register.

• Tuesday, April 23 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • Cancer Education Center, 206-386-2502.

Taking Control of Your Brain Health All ages

Your brain is your body’s control center and keeping it healthy helps keep your whole body healthy. Take the first step to keeping your control center in control and attend any or all of the brain health workshops in this series: “Defining Brain Health,” “Exercise, Diet and Brain Health” and “Engaging the Brain.” Preregistration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Saturday, Mar. 9 • 9 a.m.-noon • Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Subtle Energy, Chakras, & Reiki - Oh My! Adults

This fun interactive class with Reiki Masters Geraldine Banes of Beju Wellness and Mona Rowbottom of Creekside Healing is for you. Leave with a greater understanding of how to positively increase your energy levels and achieve a calmer state of being.

• Wednesday, April 24 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Weight Loss Surgery Seminar

Has the time come to get the facts about weight loss surgery?

If so, here is your opportunity.

Overlake invites you to join us for an informative evening to find out if weight loss surgery is right for you. Pre-registration required • Tuesday, March 26, April 23 or June 25 • 6-7:30 p.m.

• Overlake Medical Clinic, Highmark – 1740 NW Maple Street, Suite 201, Issaquah • Free • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Headache and Migraine Management All ages

Learn how to head off migraines with Kate Kennedy, ARNP. Discover causes and remedies for pesky and persistent headache.

Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Wednesday, May 1 • 6-8 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Care Down There: Pelvic Health for Moms

Heartsaver First Aid, CPR & AED All ages

Learn how to save a life using proper adult First Aid, and adult and pediatric CPR and AED techniques. Class is taught

by American Heart Association-certified instructors and includes training with an automated external defibrillator. Participant certifications are valid for two years. Preregistration required, www.swedish.org/ classes.

• Sunday, May 5 • 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • $70 • 206-386-2502

CPR Class

All ages

Ages 12 to adult

Getting Back ‘You’ after Cancer Treatment

The Anticancer Lifestyle

Whether you are a new mom or have young children, this Mothers’ Day it is time to focus on you. Giving birth greatly impacts your pelvic health, so come and learn from Athena Urology’s urogynecologists about post-pregnancy pelvic recovery and celebrate the amazing things that your body can do! Preregistration required. www.swedish.org/classes.

• Tuesday, May 7 • 10 a.m.-noon • Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Join naturopathic physician Lisa Price for a class focused on natural ways to help your body heal and repair after cancer treatment. Co-sponsored by Northwest Natural Health.

Call 206-386-2502 to register.

• Tuesday, May 14 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

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This class is taught by Eastside Fire & Rescue personnel and earns you a 2-year card through American Heart Association. Learn knowledge and gain skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing and cardiac emergencies. Includes adult, infant and child resuscitation. Pre-payment required. Drop by any EFR fire station to register.

• Saturdays, Mar. 10, April 14, May 12 or June 9 • 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

• Station 83, 3425 Issaquah/Pine Lake Road, Sammamish • $22 • 425-392-2381

Teens-Adults

Explore recent findings on ways to increase your resistance to cancer. Learn how to create an anticancer lifestyle using beneficial foods, protecting yourself from environmental threats, and enhancing your physical and emotional well being. Call 206-3862502 to register.

• Tuesday, May 7 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

at Issaquah Community Center Schedule 6 AM Monday/ Wednesday/Friday 9:35 AM Monday-Friday 6 PM Monday-Thursday 9 AM Saturday

Skills for Life

Call

(253) 639-4792 for more info

~Free Weekends in March~ All classes are an hour long and held at 301 Rainier Blvd. S., Issaquah, WA 98027

Summer Camps

In Issaquah

All-Day & Half-Day Camps Gymnastics Classes & Parties

on Mall Street,

In Bellevue near Factoria (425) 392-2621

www.gymnasticseast.com

(425) 644-8117

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Getting Your Mojo Back: Sexuality and Pelvic Health after Menopause

• Tuesday, May 28 • 2-3:30 p.m.

• Era Living-University House, 22975 SE. Black Nugget Road, Issaquah • Free • Overlake Medical Center, 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

All ages

The “Big Change” can have a big effect on pelvic and sexual health. Take time this Mothers’ Day to tend to this important and often-overlooked aspect of your health. Hear from experts at Athena Urology about how to optimize your pelvic health as you age and add some shine to your golden years. Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Thursday, May 9 • 6-8 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Can You Hear Me Now? All ages

This interactive discussion will turn up the volume on frequently asked questions about hearing loss, hearing aids and strategies to communicate with hearing-impaired friends and family members.

Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Thursday, May 30 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Medicare Made Clear

Just when you think you understand about how Medicare works, there is a change or something new to know. This presentation covers the essentials of how basic Medicare works, what it covers, the different types of available products and prescription drug plans. At the conclusion of this class, you will be able to make an educated, informed evaluation of what best suits your needs. The speaker is not connected with the Federal Medicare Program.

• Saturday, May 18 or June 22, Issaquah Library • Saturday, May 11, Sammamish Library • 11 a.m.

• Free • 425-392-5430

Normal Changes That Occur As You Age

Support Groups Alcoholics Anonymous, meets at various locations and times. Go to www. eastsideintergroup.org.

ALS Support Group offers support for people with ALS, their caregivers and other interested people. Call 656-1650.

Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Support Group for family, care partners and friends meets 6-7:30 p.m. the second Thursday at Aegis of Issaquah, 780 N.W. Juniper St. Call 313-7364.

Is there such a thing as normal aging? Everyone is involved in the aging process; no matter how hard a person tries, they can’t escape the process. Sigrid Barnickel, MD, Overlake Medical Clinic Issaquah, will review the process of aging and how it can be influenced. Pre-registration required. Refreshments served.

• Tuesday, May 21 • 2-3:30 p.m.

• Era Living-University House, 22975 SE. Black Nugget Road, Issaquah • Free • Overlake Medical Center, 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org

Preventing Dizziness and Falls in Seniors

Falls are not a part of growing older but are a common issue among a third of adults in the United States each year. A fall can lead to severe and debilitating injuries that limit mobility.

Dizziness can be a contributing factor. Priyanka Duggal, MD, Overlake Bellevue Senior Health Clinic, will discuss factors that cause dizziness and falls as well as prevention and treatments.

Refreshments served.

Angel Care-Breast Cancer Foundation offers free emotional support to the newly diagnosed, enhancing emotional recovery while going through treatments. Go to www.angelcarefoundation.org.

Arthritis Support Group meets at 7 p.m. the second Tuesday at Overlake Hospital. Call 688-5800.

Bereavement Support Group meets at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays at Overlake Hospital. Call 688-5127.

Family Caregivers Support Group meets 3-4:30 p.m. the second and fourth Thursdays at Overlake Senior Health Center, 1750 112th Ave. N.E., Suite A-101, Bellevue. Free to anyone caring for an older adult. Call 688-5807.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets at 1:30 p.m. the second Monday at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St. S. Call 206-230-0166.

Prostate Cancer Support Group meets at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday at Lincoln Center, 555 116th Ave. N.E., Suite 125, Bellevue. Call 746-3999.

Tops (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) meets at 9:30 a.m. Thursdays at Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St. S. Call 391-1889.

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Open Monday to Saturday – with evening appointments available!

Gentle personal care using the latest technology

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Teeth Whitening

With any new patient exam, cleaning & necessary X-rays.

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Help your child catch up and get ahead!

• Diagnostic Assessment identifies problem areas • Customized program to address your child’s needs • Highly trained tutors work individually with students • Ongoing consultations and progress updates for parents and students • Improves confidence and grades • Flexible scheduling and location • Stanford Tests, MSP & EOC prep work done We have sample tests

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Parenting Encompass Parenting

For parents of newborns to age 5

Workshop series based on Parenting Counts curriculum developed

by Talaris Institute. Learn the pillars of your child’s social and emotional development and why they are critical to your child’s future success in academics and in life. The workshop leader is Kerry Beymer, manager of parenting education for Encompass trained in several national, evidence-based parenting programs.

Attend one or all workshops. Discounted childcare available.

• Thursdays, March 7, April 4, May 2 and June 6 • 5:30-7:30 p.m.

• Virginia Mason Issaquah Clinic, 100 Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Free, online registration • 425-888-2777, www.encompassnw.org

Developmental Screenings For parents of infants to kindergarteners

Do you have questions about the development of your child?

Through a parent report questionnaire, Encompass will screen children ages 3 months to 5 years old. Screenings take just 10 minutes per child. Results available immediately. Parents come away with a list of recommendations regarding motor, speech, self-help, social and cognitive skills. This is a prime opportunity to learn more about your child from the Encompass multi-disciplinary team of therapists and other staff experts.

• Tuesday, March 12, April 9, May 7 and June 4 • 9:30-11 a.m. — first-come, first-served • Encompass Issaquah, Blakely Hall, 2500 N.E. Park Drive, Issaquah Highlands • Free • 425-888-3347, www.encompassnw.org

The Big Transition to Middle School For 5th graders & parents

Fifth-graders face special social pressures, especially as they get ready to enter middle school. Learn how to choose positive friends, healthy ways to deal with stress, peer-pressure resistance skills and positive management of emotions. Participating parents will learn what to expect from their fifth-grader, how to set limits and show love during the teen and pre-teen years and more than a dozen tools to effectively be a parent to teens.

Both parents and the fifth-graders attend this series. Each workshop has an hour when parents and fifth-graders meet separately and an hour when they meet together. A meal is served.

• Mondays, April 28, May 6, May 13 and May 20 • 5:30-8 p.m.

• Swedish Issaquah, 751 N.E. Blakely Drive, Issaquah Highlands • FREE of charge, with online registration • 425-888-2777, www.encompassnw.org

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Early & Late Happy

Hours

You and Your New Baby For mothers with infants up to 12 weeks

A 5-week class designed to encourage group interaction and support. Topics include comforting your baby, coping with crying, feeding and weaning, choosing and managing childcare, changing family roles, infant development and stimulation, identifying illness in infants, safety, parenting styles and community resources. Pre-registration required.

• Offered weekdays – check online for details • Daytime • Overlake Medical Clinic, Highmark – 1740 NW Maple St., Suite 201, Issaquah • $55 • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Baby Needs a Doctor Parents and Expecting Parents

It’s never too early to start thinking about who will care for your baby. Meet with physicians in person to help put you at ease and explain what you should look for in a doctor. At this one-hour event you will be introduced to Swedish and affiliated physicians who will answer your questions, share their philosophy of care, and provide tips on childcare.

Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Tuesday, April 23 • 6 or 7 p.m. (two sessions) • Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free!

• 206-386-2502

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Preparing for Childbirth & Newborn Care For expectant parents

A series of popular, interactive classes, filled with reliable information to help you prepare for labor, birth and newborn care. Includes a textbook and a tour of the Childbirth Center.

Taught by qualified, experienced childbirth educators. Preregistration required.

• Offered weeknights and weekends and on two consecutive Fridays • Check online for times • Overlake Medical Clinic, Highmark – 1740 NW Maple Street, Suite 201, Issaquah • $105 Comprehensive Series, $95 Condensed Series • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

OB Speed Dating Expecting Moms

If you’re expecting or thinking about having a baby, finding the right provider is a pretty good place to start this incredible journey. When you come to OB Speed Dating, you’ll meet several OBs and midwives who deliver at Swedish/Issaquah and get to know them in a fun, low-key environment. Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Tuesday, April 2 or Wednesday, June 5 • 6 or 7 p.m. (two sessions) • Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free • 206-386-2502

Hop to Signaroo® Baby Sign Language 5 months+

Hearing families can use American Sign Language to communicate

with hearing babies as young as 5 months old. Signing greatly reduces a baby’s frustration and promotes faster language development. Four sessions. For more information, visit www. hoptosignaroo.com. Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/ classes.

• Saturday, May 4-25 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • $128 plus required $19 materials fee (scholarships available; enrollment is for one or both parents of the same baby, or one parent and a grandparent) • 206-386-2502

La Leche League All breastfeeding mothers and mothers-to-be interested in breastfeeding are welcome.

• Meets on the first Monday of the month • 10 a.m.-noon • Overlake Medical Clinic, Highmark 1740 NW Maple Street, Suite 201, Issaquah • Free • lll.issaquah@gmail.com or 425-312-3477

Preschool

Super Salmon Sleuths Ages 3-6

One-day class for little ones, includes a slide show about salmon, exploring stations, art projects, time to feed the fish and salmon storytime.

• April 9, May 7 or June 4 • 10‑11:30 a.m.

• Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, 125 W. Sunset Way • $8 per child (due at class) • Celina@issaquahfish.org or 425-392-1118

Little Fry Preschool Camp Ages 3-5

Young Campers will learn about salmon and nature, explore, create, get moving and have some fishy fun! Campers explore the hatchery and Issaquah Creek, create an animal track to take home, become a salmon, act like a bug, and sing the songs of water. This camp will encourage the joy of discovery and cultivate a sense of wonder in the environment and in salmon.

• Monday-Friday, July 15-19 • 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, 125 W. Sunset Way • $175 FISH members; $200 non-members • Celina@issaquahfish.org or 425-392-1118

Beginning Reading Pre-K to 1st Grade

Give your little one a head start. Some children need a little more practice to master their initial reading skills. Tutoring Club has caring, dedicated tutors and a comprehensive program to help. They emphasize the oftenneglected variant vowel sounds – the key to spelling skills and in-depth reading. Assessment test determines number of sessions needed by each student.

• Flexible scheduling • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost varies • 425-837-0595

Mathnasium Early Learners Pre-K to 1st grade

Fundamental math skills for 5 & 6 year olds. Help your young student get off to a good start in math. Camp focuses on developing number sense and computation skills through games, puzzles, and other activities that promote skill mastery and problem solving.

• June 24-Sept. 30 • Monday to Thursday 4-7 p.m. or Tuesday to Thursday 10 a.m.-noon • Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Drive SE, Issaquah • $100 early bird savings when you enroll by April 30.

• 425-270-1054 or issaquah@mathnasium.com

SnoSprings School Pre-K to 2nd Grade

Register now for the 2013-2014 school year. SnoSprings offers an accelerated academic program, music, PE, Spanish and computer lab. Individualized instruction from dedicated certified teachers, log school in a forest setting. State approved & regionally accredited. Pre-K must be 4 years old by Aug. 31.

• Sept. 2013 through June 2014 • 8:45 a.m.- 3 p.m. (Optional after-school enrichment 3-4 p.m.)

• 25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Road, Issaquah (near Klahanie QFC Shopping Center) • $940/month for 10 months • www.snosprings.com or 425 392-1196

Storytime at Swedish Children and parents/caregivers

Please join us for Children’s Story Time and Book Fair at Swedish/ Issaquah. Storytime takes place by the fireplace in the main lobby.

No registration necessary.

• Thursday, March 28; Wednesday, April 24; Thursday, May 23 • 9 and 11 a.m. (Two sessions) • Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • Free!

• 206-386-2502

Preschool Story Time Ages 3-6, with adult

Meet other preschool pals and enjoy wonderful stories and silly songs.

• Mondays and Tuesdays • 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Your D ughnut Destination!

Come in and enjoy a handmade doughnut, always fresh, always delicious!

Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd & 3rd Grade Foundation Education/Sammamish Plateau Campus

Now Enrolling Every 6th doughnut FREE!

317 NW Gilman Ave., #5 • Issaquah, WA In Gilman Village orders@stevesdoughnuts.com 7730 Center Blvd, Suite D, Snoqualmie, WA

2013 - 2014 School Year

Snoqualmie Springs School

25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Rd. • Issaquah 98029 (1 blk. S. of Klahanie QFC) www.snosprings.com • 425.392.1196

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Gymnastics class Ages 18 mos.+

Children gain self confidence by learning to accept a challenge, gaining body awareness and control, and increasing their strength and flexibility through a variety of fun and rewarding activities on bars, beam, floor apparatus, vault and trampoline in a fun and safe environment.

• Ongoing classes; summer camps in July and August • Times vary, check schedule • Gymnastics East, Issaquah on Mall Street and in Bellevue near Factoria • Cost varies with age and ability • Issaquah 425-392-2621 or Bellevue 425-644-8117

Spanish Story Time Ages 2+, with adult

Join us Wednesday mornings for a fun-filled half-hour of stories, songs and finger plays. Morning story times are bilingual, offering a great opportunity for children who want to learn Spanish and ESL children who want to practice their English.

• Wednesdays • 10 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392--5430

Chinese Play & Learn Ages newborn to age 5

Grandparents, aunts, parents, older brothers and sisters, friends and others who take care of the little ones are welcome to come along. We’ll have lots of fun playing, learning, reading and sharing. Sponsored by KCLS and CISC.

• Fridays • 10:30 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Young Toddler Story Time Ages 12 to 24 months, with adult Super stories and songs just for young toddlers.

Lots of wiggling and giggling guaranteed.

• Thursdays • 10 a.m. and 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Toddler Story Time Ages 2-3, with adult

Enjoy stories, songs and puppetry just for toddlers while introducing early literacy concepts for parents and caregivers.

• Tuesdays,10 a.m.

• Wednesdays, 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

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425-391-4444 3310 E. Lk. Samm. Pkwy. SE Sammamish, 98075 www.karatewest.com

Youth Chess4Life Issaquah Ages 5-14

Give your child the gift of learning to make great decisions, plan ahead, and learn the Chess4Life Philosophy of “Win, Draw, Learn!” Your child will have fun and learn critical thinking skills through weekly classes at the Chess4Life Center or in your child’s school, tournaments and summer camps.

Van pickup from some schools.

• Weekly • Times vary for classes and camps • Chess4Life, 22510 SE 64th Place, Suite B130, Issaquah, • $75/month or see website for details • www.chess4life.com/issaquah or 425-686-8307

Karate Lessons Ages 3+

Rated in the top 1 percent in the nation, Karate West has the most popular children’s program in the Pacific Northwest. Through drills and games, students learn invaluable life skills. They become good listeners with improved focus, and gain new levels of selfesteem to aid them in dealing with peer pressure and social issues as they mature.

• Year around, start anytime • Times available at www.karatewest.com • Karate West, 3310 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Sammamish • Cost varies by age and program • 425-391-4444 or info@karatewest.com

Building Reading Skills Grades 1-12

Make sure your student has a genuine grasp of all the reading skills that make a good reader. An attentive and accomplished tutor can guide your student to success, using the most recognized and renowned reading program materials available, concentrating on vocabulary, comprehension and reading rate. Assessment test determines which skills are needed by each student.

• Flexible scheduling • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost varies • 425-837-0595

Making Math Make Sense Grades 2-12

Amazing Math at Tutoring Club will find the cause of your student’s struggles with math. Any skill gaps will be filled, clearing the “fog” and making more advanced skills easy to understand.

Assessment test determines which skills are needed by each student. Individualized, face-to-face instruction.

• Flexible scheduling • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost varies • 425-837-0595

Learn to Write ‘The Write Way!’ Grades 2-12

To create a good essay, you must first know how to write a good paragraph. To write a good paragraph, you must know how to write a good sentence. Tutoring Cub teaches all the needed steps to help end the struggle to put thoughts on paper. Assessment test determines which skills are needed by each student.

Individualized instruction.

• Flexible scheduling • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost varies • 425-837-0595

Gymnastics Birthday Parties Ages 4-11

A fun way to celebrate a birthday inside, with games and obstacle courses. Burn up some energy and bounce on trampolines, as well as experience some beginner gymnastics activities on bars, balance beam, floor and vault in a fun and safe environment under the supervision of capable staff.

• Every Saturday • 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.

• Gymnastics East, Issaquah on Mall Street • $130 for one teacher or $165 for two teachers • Issaquah 425-392-2621 or Bellevue 425-644-8117

Mathnasium Jump Starters Ages 7-13

For elementary grades, the Mathnasium Method builds the kind of “number sense” that makes math meaningful and applicable to daily life along with readiness for middle school math.

Jumpstart: Entering 2nd/3rd Grade Jumpstart: Entering 4th/5th Grade Jumpstart: Entering 6th Grade • June 24-Sept. 30 • Monday to Thursday 4-7 p.m. or Tuesday to Thursday 10 a.m.-noon • Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Drive SE, Issaquah • $100 early bird savings when you enroll by April 30 • 425-270-1054 or issaquah@mathnasium.com

Puppets Please Marionettes Children & Families

A variety show of colorful animal characters that sing, dance and roller skate. They chat face to face with children and jump onto their laps for bear hugs. Since the puppets will be jumping onto the children’s laps, the library asks that food, drinks and “sticky stuff” not be given to children during the show.

• Tuesday, May 14 • 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Swim Lessons/Swim Team/Private Lessons Ages 3-5 and 6-11

Learn to swim at the Y! Beginning through advanced levels of swim lessons are offered with trained instructors in a warm indoor pool. Lessons are available year-round in the late afternoon, evenings and weekends. Swim team, private swim lessons and adult beginning lessons are available, too.

• See websites for dates and times: sammamishymca.org • Sammamish Family YMCA Pool, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah • Cost varies depending on session and days • 425-391-4840 or kpayne@seattleymca.org

Pool Parties with Giant Inflatables Ages 5+

Have your child’s next event at the YMCA pool! Private pool parties for up to 20 children are available in our warm, 87 degree pool followed by an hour in our meeting room. Our giant inflatables, Loch Ness Monster or Iceberg, are also available.

• Saturdays • 1:15-3:30 p.m.

• Sammamish Family YMCA Pool, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah • $125-$150 Basic Pool Party (no inflatable) $200-$225 Pool Party with Loch Ness Monster inflatable $250-$275 Pool Party with Iceberg inflatable • Kim at kpayne@seattleymca.org or 425-391-4840

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SONsational Kids’ Camp Ages 5-12

Looking for a fun-filled, safe camp for your kids? Sign up to spend the week at our free camping-themed kids’ camp. Each day will include energetic games, refreshments (like s’mores!), crafts, and children’s Bible stories. We’ll even pull out the inflatables! Parents can drop off or stick around. Call or visit website to register.

• July 15-19 • 9:15 a.m.-noon • Foothills Baptist Church, 10120 Issaquah-Hobart Rd. S.E., Issaquah • Free • www.foothillschurch.net or 425-392-5925

Spring Break Camps Ages 6-9 & 9-12

Museo Art Academy offers 4-Day Art Camps during the school district’s spring break. Sign up with a friend — each family will save $50! Choose morning classes: drawing and painting or mixed media. Pottery class is offered in the afternoon.

Supervised lunch hour available, $60. Enroll online at www.

MuseoArt.com.

• Monday-Thursday, April 8-11 • 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m.

• Museo Art Academy, 111 Front St. N., Issaquah • $198 - $249 • 425-392-0244 or MuseoArtAcademy@live.com

Sammamish Eye Level Spring Break Day Camp

Ages 4-15 Sammamish Eye Level’s one-week Day Camp will combine academia with fun theme-based activities explored through different subjects and areas of learning. Morning and afternoon snacks provided; bring lunch from home. All materials and supplies included. Enrollment limited to 12 students.

• April 8-12 • 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (8 hours) • Sammamish Eye Level, 2830 228th Ave. SE, Unit E (near Pine Lake Plaza) • $200/week • Binita Mehta, 425-890-0896

Taekwondo Summer Camp Ages 5-12

Why not spend the lazy days of summer learning Taekwondo and having fun! Camp activities will include Taekwondo class, demonstration technique, mad science, swimming, physical games, park visits and field trips.

• June 24th- August 30th • Drop-Off 8:30- 9 a.m.; Pick-up 5-6 p.m.

• Hwang’s Taekwondo, 18210 Redmond Way, Redmond • 2 weeks - $199; 3 weeks - $169 per week; Register by May 1 to save 10% • 425 867-9933

YMCA Summer Programs Ages 5-15

Have a blast this summer at the YMCA! Summer programs include Outdoor Day Camp (including Zip Line, Climbing Wall, Giant Swing and more for ages 6-12 yrs), Discovery Camp (5-9 yrs), Quest (10-13 yrs), and more. Transportation available from several eastside locations. Visit ykids.org for more details on each camp.

• Weekly beginning June 17 • Times vary by program • Sammamish/Issaquah/Preston/Snoqualmie/Bellevue/Redmond • Cost varies by program • ykids.org or call 425-391-4840

Destination Science Summer Camp Ages 5 - 11

Campers explore 20 hands-on science activities each week plus fun games with great teachers. 2013 themes include Astronaut Adventure Camp, Ultimate Survival Zone, Wacky Mega-Bot Tech, Crazy Coaster Science and Sea-Fari Park! Check schedules online.

• Monday-Friday, July 8 - August 23 • 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; Optional extended care 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Issaquah, Issaquah Highlands & Sammamish locations • $324/week • www.destinationscience.org or 888-909-2822

Salmon Science Camps Ages 6-11

Campers will have fun learning about the local salmon and watershed stewardship as they discover Northwest plants and animals, conduct a water quality and aquatic insect study of Issaquah Creek, go on nature hikes, make arts and crafts, play games, hear stories and more!

• Monday through Friday, weeks of June 24, July 22, Aug. 5 (July 1-3 camp at Baxter Barn in Fall City) • 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Issaquah Salmon Hatchery, 125 W. Sunset Way • $250 FISH members; $275 non-members • celina@issaquahfish.org or 425-392-1118

DigiPen ProjectFUN Technology Summer Workshops Ages 6+

DigiPen’s ProjectFUN Programs present a high quality education by engaging and challenging elementary, middle, and high school students through hands-on learning. ProjectFUN workshops engage students in the arts and sciences by immersing them in the tools and techniques of high-tech careers. Workshops in Game Design, Video Game Programming, Fine Arts & Multimedia Production, and Robotics & Engineering enhance students’ critical thinking skills, improve their knowledge of core subjects like math and physics, and excite interest in academic concepts underlying modern technology.

• Session 1: June 24-July 5* (no workshop on July 4th) Session 2: July 8-July 19 Session 3: July 22-August 2 Session 4: August 5-August 16 • 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily*, with free after-workshop activities most days 5-6:30 p.m. Session 1 begins at 9 a.m. daily, closed July 4.

• DigiPen Institute of Technology, Redmond • $1,195 for two-week on-site workshop (lunch and snacks included) $599 for one-week on-site workshop; Register by April 1 for up to $250 discount.

• www.projectfun.digipen.edu/summer-workshops/ or 425-629-5007

Special Events Underwater Egghunt & Carnival Ages 1-16

The outdoor family tradition of the Issaquah Parks Dept. is brought indoors and into the shallow end of the pool. Bring your swimsuit, towel, and plastic basket to join in the fun.

Prizes for eggs gathered. Carnival games upstairs. Registration required for the egg hunt; space limited by age groups.

• Friday, March 22 • 6:30-9 p.m. (times vary by age) • Issaquah’s Julius Boehm Pool • $6/Child, $4/adult • 425-837-3300 or www.issaquahparks.net

EGGstravaganza Annual Community Event All ages

Join the YMCA for fun for the whole family! Enjoy egg hunts, activity booths, swimming, Easter Bunny, putt putt golf, arts and crafts, giant inflatables, community guests and more! A shuttle will be available from Discovery Elementary (very limited event parking available.)

• Saturday, March 30 • 10 a.m. -1 p.m. (Egg Hunt at 11 sharp!)

• Sammamish Family YMCA (campus of City Church), 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah • Free • 425-391-4840 or kpayne@seattleymca.org

EGGstravanza at Gilman Village All ages

Visit local businesses to gather eggs, meet the Easter Bunny (bring your camera!), fun activities including kids’ cookie decorating.

• Saturday, March 30 • 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Gilman Village, Issaquah • Free • www.gilmanvillage.com

‘Dream with Me’ Spring Gala Adults

a number of projects, from litter pick up to planting flowers. Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Issaquah as a community service event. Individuals and groups welcome.

• Saturday, April 20 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Meet at Hailstone Feed Store (historic gas station) on Front Street • Free • Karen, 253-255-9706

Sock Hop & Auction Adults

Join the Kiwanis Club of Issaquah as it raises money for Nourishing Network partners including the Issaquah Food & Clothing Bank. Also benefits high school scholarships, youth programs, Relay for Life, environmental projects and more. Ticket includes a light dinner (sliders and salad) and two drink tickets.

Sock Hop attire encouraged!

• Friday, April 26 • 6-11 p.m.

• Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. N.W., Issaquah • $40 • www.issaquahkiwanis.org

Spring Book Sale All ages

The Friends of Issaquah Library will have lots for sale at its bi-annual book sale. Donations are accepted of gently-read materials; staff can provide a tax receipt.

• April 26-28 • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • 425-392-5430

Issaquah/Sammamish Spring Home Tour

Locals real estate agents and builders showcase a sampling of new and preowned homes currently on the market. Drive yourself among the open houses to get an idea of what’s available today, or just to get home decorating ideas.

Coordinated by The Issaquah Press.

• Saturday & Sunday, April 27-28 • 1-5 p.m.

• throughout Issaquah and Sammamish • Free • 425-392-6434, ext. 229 or www.issaquahpress.com

This wine tasting, dinner and auction event features William Church Winery and Sparkman Cellars. Benefits Encompass, a non-profit providing Issaquah, Sammamish and the Snoqualmie Valley with in-home therapy for infants and toddlers with developmental challenges, parenting classes and other services for children and families.

• Saturday, March 23 • 5:45 p.m. wine-tasting and silent auction, 7:30 p.m. dinner and live auction • The Golf Club at Newcastle, 15500 Six Penny Lane, Newcastle • $100 • Encompass, 425-888-2777, www.encompassnw.org

150 Feet of Art Benefit Auction

Spaghetti Feed

Hobby & Volunteer Expo

Join the Issaquah Valley Seniors for a wonderful evening of fun and food. Food sponsored by Aegis of Issaquah. Benefits senior center activities.

• Friday, April 19 • 4-6 p.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, behind Issaquah Depot on Memorial Field • $10 per person • 425-392-2381

Citywide Spring Clean-up All ages

Celebrate Earth Day by volunteering to spruce up Issaquah. Choose from

Silent acution, wine, appetizers, entertainment and a wall of exceptional 12x12 artwork. Artists are invited to donate art by April 3. Event proceeds support community arts programs and art education.

• Saturday, April 27 • 6-8:30 p.m.

• artEAST Art Center, 95 Front Street No., Issaquah Press • $20 per person • 425-392-3191

All ages

Come visit with a variety of clubs and non-profit organizations to see the array of possibilities for your leisure time. There’s something for everyone, from youth groups to service clubs, book clubs to sports groups. Presented by Issaquah Parks & Recreations Department.

• Saturday, May 4 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Pickering Farm, 1730 10th Ave. NW, Issaquah • Free • Cathy at cathyj@ci.issaquah.wa.us

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Nourish Every Mind Benefit Luncheon

Adults Join 1,000 community and business leaders at the 15th annual Nourish Every Mind luncheon for an entertaining afternoon that showcases Issaquah Schools Foundation grant recipients and informs guests of the enormous impact private support has on public schools. Luncheon includes silent auction.

• Thursday, May 9 • 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • Suggested donation $150/person • 425-391-8557 or www.isfdn.org

Spring Home & Garden Show All ages

Planning a little remodeling at your home? Here’s an opportunity to meet local businesses and discuss your projects. Landscapers, contractors and more will be back for the second annual event. Shop the Issaquah Farmers Market while you’re at the Home Show. Hosted by The Issaquah Press.

• Saturday, May 11 • 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

• Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. NW, Issaquah • Free • 425-392-6434, ext. 222

All Breed Cat Show

North Pacific Siamese Fanciers all breed cat show features as many as 200 cats in over 30 breeds as well as household pets. All cats are judged by CFA national judges. Vendors will have cat supplies and crafts for sale, including cat furniture, beds and other items. Learn about the different breeds of cats, purchase the special purebred kitten of your choice, or become the proud owner of a very special rescue cat.

• Saturday, May 11 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $5/Adult; $4/Senior Citizen; $3 Children under 12; $10/Family • Pat Decano, 425- 882-3061

Northwest Paddling Festival All ages

A gathering of kayakers and other paddle sports enthusiasts on the shores of Lake Sammamish. Sea kayak tours, opportunity to try Stand-up paddle boarding, campsite demonstrations. Paddling sports are one of the fastest growing outdoor sports in the west.

• Saturday, May 11 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Lake Sammamish State Park • Free event (parking fee $10 or Discover Pass) • www.northwestpaddlingfestival.com

SipFest Adults

The ultimate wine, beer and food tasting event is a sellout every year, with more than 400 people in attendance and featuring 40 of the Northwest’s finest wineries, breweries and restaurants. Media sponsor: Issaquah Press. Benefit for Encompass, which serves Issaquah, Sammamish and the Snoqualmie Valley with in-home therapy for infants and toddlers with developmental challenges.

• Saturday, May 11 • 6:30-9:30 p.m.

• Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. NW, Issaquah • $45 ‘til March 31 online, $50 ‘til May 10 online, $55 at the door • 425-888-2777, www.encompassnw.org

Pancake Breakfast and Arts & Crafts Fair All ages

Load your plate with all-you-can-eat breakfast, then enjoy handmade items by local crafters and the paintings by Pamela Poirier and her students. Food sponsored by Aegis of Issaquah. Proceeds benefit senior center activities.

• Saturday, June 1 • 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, behind Issaquah Depot on Memorial Field • $5 per person • 425-392-2381

Issaquah Relay for Life

American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life is an overnight event that raises funds to support cancer programs and research in our community. Visit at dusk for the lighting of the luminaries. Pre-registration required for teams to participate, but the public is welcome to stop by.

• Friday, June 7 to Saturday, June 8 • 6 p.m.-2 p.m.

• Issaquah High School stadium • Free, donations welcome • www.relayforlife.org

ArtWalk

Experience artistic creations and the vibe of live music performances during ArtWalk, in historic downtown Issaquah the first Friday evening of the month.

• May 3, June 7, July 5, Aug. 2, Sept. 6 • 5-9 p.m.

• Downtown Issaquah • Free • events@downtownissaquah.com

Spring Break Day Camp April 8-12 • 8am - 6pm

Camp that combines academia with fun theme-based activities. Explore different subject/areas of learning.

All materials supplied.

Director Ms. Mehta - 425 890 0896 2830 228th Ave. SE, Unit E, Sammamish, WA 98075

Special Interest 1-2-3 Grow a Garden!

Teens-Adults

Learn everything you need to know to get started growing your own delicious vegetables. Learn about garden placement, soil prep, what to plant and how, how to take care of your veggies and when to harvest them at the peak of ripeness.

• Wednesday, March 6 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Across the Curriculum with Dr. Seuss Adults

Explore more than a dozen books by author Dr. Seuss and discover ways to enrich your curriculum with lesson plans and activity ideas that explore Early Literacy concepts. Provides 2 STARS credit hour. For parents, caretakers and educators.

• Thursday, March 7 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Community Emergency Response Team

Learn emergency preparedness to be ready to offer the community support in the case of a disaster. Learn fire suppression, medical assessment and assistance, search & rescue, disaster psychology. Your class will end with a drill. Choose from classes on either Wednesdays or Thursdays.

• Wednesdays, March 13 -May 1 Thursdays, March 14 -May 2 • 6:30-9:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Public Works • $35 covers materials and stocked backpack • www.issaquahcitizencorps.com

AARP Driver Safety Program Ages 50+

The AARP Driver Safety Program is an 8-hour classroom refresher for motorists ages 50 and older. A certificate of completion is given that qualifies drivers over age 55 for insurance discounts. Pre-registration required, www.swedish. org/classes.

• Saturdays, March 23, April 27 and May 18 • 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • $12 for AARP members, $14 for nonmembers; payable in class by check to AARP • 206-386-2502

Don’t Throw Out Your Old PC Adults

Are you thinking of tossing out your computer because it feels sluggish on your current operating system (OS)? Want to try a different OS like Linux while keeping your existing one? Want free software alternatives with features similar/equivalent to commercial software? Want software freedom from captive proprietary software/platform?

Join Ray Chew teaches simple tips on how to upgrade the performance of your personal computer/laptop.

• Wednesday, March 13 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Travel – Rome Adults

Are you traveling to Rome and want to know the best sights to see, when to go, how to skip the lines, how to get around the city and more? Join Kerri Wood of Adventure On Travel to learn how to navigate like a local, find the best eateries and must-see sights as well as some general tips to make your stay incredible.

• Wednesday, March 27 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Food, Glorious Food!

Adults

Indulge your visual appetite with “Food, Glorious Food!” - a survey on the theme of food in art. Beginning with Roman wall paintings, the program covers more than 100 images of cuisine through the centuries. Artists include Pieter Brueghel the Elder, Guiseppe Archimboldo, Manet, Cezanne, Picasso, Matisse, Salvador Dali, Wayne Thiebuad, Norman Rockwell, Claes Oldenburg, Andy Warhol and others. An introduction to famous food writers such as MFK Fisher, Ludwig Bemelmanns, Ruth Reichel, Peter and Frances Mayles, and Julia Child.

• Wednesday, April 3 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Kitchen & Garden Feng Shui

Learn Feng Shui tips to enhance your kitchen, including colors that stimulate digestion and conversation, floor plans for optimum flow and function, using décor as visual reminders to eat healthily and how to utilize garden, deck and patio spaces to grow food and create a sense of well being through nature.

Bring a simple floor plan drawing of your kitchen and garden space for use in class. Presented by Cynthia Chomos, Feng Shui & Color Consultant.

• Saturday, April 6 • 10:30 a.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

History Day Highlights Ages 10+

Each year, more than half a million students, encouraged by thousands of teachers nationwide, participate in the highly regarded academic contest known as National History Day. This year, the Issaquah History Museums is proud to host the top contestants from Liberty High School. Join us at the historic Train Depot where 8-10 students will present their websites, exhibits, and documentaries. Many of the students will advance to a state-wide competition where their projects will be evaluated by professional historians.

• Saturday, April 13 • 11 a.m.

• Train Depot, 78 1st Ave. NE, Issaquah • Free • Issaquah History Museums, 425-392-3500 or info@issaquahhistory.org

Sustainability Film Shorts All ages

Come watch student films from the Sustainability Film Contest. Student films will answer the question “What does sustainability mean to you?” Followed by discussion with student film makers and experts.

• Wednesday, April 17 • 6:30-8:30 p.m.

• Issaquah High School, 700 2nd Ave SE, Issaquah • Free • www.seattletilth.org

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Hands-on Chickens

Learn how to integrate your hens successfully with your family and garden.

Learn mutually beneficial systems for your coop, chicken run and grazing your flock. See how the productivity of your garden can be increased by using your flock for pest and weed control and learn techniques for composting chicken manure. This workshop takes place outside.

• Saturday, April 20 • 1-3 p.m.

• Pickering Barn garden, 1730 10th Ave. NW, Issaquah • $36 • www.seattletilth.org

‘Assisted Living’ Comedy - ACT Theatre

Community reading of Assisted Living, a delightful comedy with a bite written

by Seattle native Katie Forgette, that dares to confront the issues of aging in America.

• Thursday, May 2 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Analog Days: How Technology Changed Our Culture Teens-Adults

The rapid adoption of computers, the Internet and mobile devices has transformed the way we communicate. This media revolution has had profound social effects, splitting society into “analog” and “digital” cultures.

Can old analog values survive in this new digital universe? The conversation, led by technology expert Alex Alben, explores how digital inventions are shaping communication, political discourse and today’s media landscape.

Presented by Humanities Washington.

• Wednesday, May 8 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • 425-392-3130

Downtown History Hike Ages 10+

Issaquah History Museums Director Erica Maniez will lead hikers on a walk through the history of Issaquah, from the Native Americans to the present day. The tour will start at the Issaquah Depot, cover roughly 2 miles over easy terrain and last approximately 2 hours. Advance registration required. Register online or order tickets by mail.

Hikes are held rain or shine. Bring water and snacks; no pets please.

• Saturday, June 1 or June 29 • 11 a.m.

• Train Depot at 78 1st Ave. NE, Issaquah • $5 general admission; $3 members • 425-392-3500 or info@issaquahhistory.org

Dining at Downton Abbey: A Trial by Fork

Food historian Tames Alan brings to life her vast knowledge of the era in which Downton Abbey takes place. Come explore a time of forgotten elegance, when one changed into dinner clothes and chose jewelry to reflect candlelight, a time where setting the table was an art and serving a meal was a well-choreographed dance. Tames will demystify the 12-course dinner as would have been eaten upstairs at Downton Abbey before the outbreak of World War I. • Saturday, June 15 • 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Sports & Fitness Grand Ridge Trail Run

Grand Ridge Regional Park trailhead is at exit 20 off I-90. Choose a 5 mile run, half marathon, marathon or 50K trail run. Aid stations fully stocked.

• Saturday, May 4 • 6:30 p.m.

• Grand Ridge trailhead, exit 20 off I-90 • $28-$35 • www.evergreentrailruns.com

Born-to-Run Trail Run

Soaring Eagle Park in Sammamish is a popular destination for runners. Born to Run has teamed up with Evergreen Trail Runs to offer the third annual 5 mile, 10 mile, marathon and 50K trail run.

• Saturday, May 25 • 7 a.m. check-in; 8:30 a.m. start • Soaring Eagle Park, 269 259th Ave. NE, Sammamish • $28-$50 • www.evergreentrailruns.com

Guided Mountain Hikes

Join the Issaquah Alps Trails Club on various hikes throughout the year. Each hike is graded for difficulty. No fees. Many hikes begin at the Issaquah Trails House at the corner of First and Bush near the community Center. The club’s website lists upcoming hikes, but this is a sampling of what’s ahead.

• Mar. 10, time TBA, Tiger Mt. Loop, 8 miles, 2800’ gain • Mar. 15, 10 a.m., Alpine Alps Dog Hike, 4-6 miles, 800-1200’ gain • Mar. 16, 10 a.m., Coal Creek Hike, 9 miles, 1200’ gain • Mar. 18, 9 a.m., Tiger Mt. Loop, 8 miles, 1600’ gain • Mar. 23, 9 a.m., Tiger Mt. Talus Rocks Loop, 6 miles, 1200’ gain • Mar. 23, 1 p.m., Cougar Mt. Loop, 6.5 miles, 1350’ gain • Mar. 24, 10 a.m., Cedar Butte, 4 miles, 1000’ gain • Mar. 29, 10 a.m., Issaquah Alps Dog Hike, 3-5 miles, 300-900’ gain • Mar. 30, 9:30 a.m., Little Si, 5 miles, 1400’ gain • Mar. 31, 10 a.m., May Creek and Honey Dew Creek, 5-6 miles, 700-900’ gain • Go to www.issaquahalps.org

Squak Mt. Trail Run

Known as the steepest race in Washington, Squak attracts those looking for a challenge. Come for a great workout and to see who wins the race to the top! Options include 12K, Half-Marathon (13.1 Mile), Marathon (26.3 Mile) and 50K course options. Register by April 1.

• Saturday, April 13 • 7 a.m. packet pick-up; 8:30 a.m. start • Squak Mt. State Park, 21492 SE May Valley Rd., Issaquah • $34-$50 • www.evergreentrailruns.com

Jazzercise Ages 12 to 90

Jazzercise is a 60-minute group fitness class combining cardio, strength, and stretch moves for a total body workout. Moves have been taken from hip-hop, yoga, Pilates, jazz dance, kickboxing, and resistance training and bundled into one hour. All ages, levels, and sizes welcome, so come join the fun!

• Monday through Saturday • Morning and evening classes • Issaquah Community Center, 301 Rainier Blvd. S. • $40 per month + $25 joining fee, or $11 daily drop-in • 253-639-4792 or tammyojazz@comcast.net

SONsational Kids’ Camp Ages 5-12

Looking for a fun-filled, safe camp for your kids? Sign up to spend the week at our free camping-themed kids’ camp. Each day will include energetic games, refreshments (like s’mores!), crafts, and children’s Bible stories. We’ll even pull out the inflatables! Parents can drop off or stick around. Call or visit website to register.

• July 15-19 • 9:15 a.m.-noon • Foothills Baptist Church, 10120 Issaquah-Hobart Rd. S.E., Issaquah • Free • www.foothillschurch.net or 425-392-5925

Group Wellness Classes Ages 14 to adult

There is something for everyone at the Y! Barre method, Zumba, Circuit Training, TRX, Yoga, Senior Fitness, Water Fitness, Lap

Swim, Cycling, Boot Camp and many more options to get in shape or take your workout to a higher level.

• Days/times vary. Check website for schedules: sammamishymca.org or coalcreekymca.org.

• Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah (campus of City Church) • Cost: Facility Members – included in membership fee. $8 fay pass for non-members/program members • 425-391-4840 or mworzella@seattleymca.org (Sammamish)

Beginning Line Dancing Age 55+

Come on out and find your groove with instructor Jo Deatry.

• Mondays, ongoing • 1 p.m. weekly • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • $5 per class • 425-392-2381

Learn to Ice Skate Ages 5+

Embark on a lifetime of skating fun with half-hour on-ice instruction for all ages at Castle Ice Arena. Evaluation of skills held during the seventh class. NEW! Hockey Learn to Skate Basic 1 or 2 on Sundays, 10:45-11:45 a.m. – join anytime. NEW! Tot Basic 1 and 2 at 9:55 a.m. or 6 p.m. Saturdays; 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Watch for details on summer camps. Register at www.castleice.com.

• Tuesdays, March 5-Apr. 16 and April 23-June 4, 6-6:30 or 6:30-7 p.m.

• Saturdays, March 2-April 20 and April 27-June 4, 12:45-1:15 or 1:15-1:45 p.m.

• Castle Ice Arena, 12620 164th Ave. SE, Renton • $120 includes lesson, practice ice time and skate rental • 425-254-8750 or Lts@castleice.com

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Swim Lessons/Swim Team/Private Lessons

Tennis & Friends

Ages 3-5 and 6-11

Ages 50+

Learn to swim at the Y! Beginning through advanced levels of swim lessons are offered with trained instructors in a warm indoor pool. Lessons are available year-round in the late afternoon, evenings and weekends. Swim team, private swim lessons and adult beginning lessons are available, too.

• See websites for dates and times: sammamishymca.org • Sammamish Family YMCA Pool, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah • Cost varies depending on session and days • 425-391-4840 or kpayne@seattleymca.org

Red Gate Farm Riding Lessons Ages 6 - 18

Riding lessons include the use of grooming and riding arena, all equipment, and the horse. Riding lesson fees pay all the costs of feeding and caring for the horse and its equipment including veterinary care, shoeing, feed, clothing, riding tack, and maintenance of the arena. Private lessons are 30 minutes and semi-private lessons (two students) are approximately 45 minutes.

• Year round • After school program available • Red Gate Farm, 23836 SE 24th St., Sammamish • $65 per lesson - minimum one per week • Jamie Smith at 425-392-0111 or redgatecamp@earthlink.net

Hunter Education

Hunter education is offered by the Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club.

You must attend all five sessions to complete the course. Includes one Saturday of shooting at the gun range.

• 4 Wednesdays and 1 Saturday • 5:30-9 p.m. (8 a.m.-noon Saturday) • Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club, 23605 SE Evans Lane, Issaquah • $20 • Jerry Pfeifer, 425-557-9668, to preregister

Row for a Day Class Ages 13 - Adult

Learn more about rowing in an introductory class at the Sammamish Rowing Association boathouse. In one day, you’ll experience both land training and on-the-water instruction. This is a great chance to see what rowing is all about! Includes light refreshments.

• March 24, April 20, May 25 • Noon-3 p.m.

• SRA Boathouse, 5022 West Lake Sammamish Parkway, Redmond • $42 • www.sammamishrowing.org or 425-653-2583

This informal group meets at Tibbetts Valley Park tennis courts.

Three of the four courts are reserved for Tennis & Friends.

Registration not required.

• Monday-Friday • 9 a.m.-Noon • Tibbetts Valley Park • Free • Lloyd Spencer, 425-369-8332

Open Gym Basketball Men & Women 16+

No registration required, just drop in and join others at the hoops.

• Tuesdays • 6-9 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $4 adults/ $3 youth • www.issaquahparks.net

Open Gym Volleyball

Men & Women 16+ No registration required, just drop in and join others at the nets.

• Mondays • 6-9 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $4 adults/ $3 youth • www.issaquahparks.net

Sports contacts you should know: Evergreen Trail Runs

www.evergreentrailruns.com

Issaquah Alps Trails Club

www.issaquahalps.org

Issaquah Eagles Football

www.issyfootball.org

Issaquah Gliders Track Club

www.thegliders.8k.com

Issaquah Little League, North

425-313-7564

Issaquah Little League, South

425-391-9747

Issaquah Soccer Club

www.eysa.org

Issaquah Sportsmen’s Club

www.issaquahsportsmensclub.com

Issaquah Swim Team

www.istsockeyes.org

Sammamish Rowing Association

www.sammamishrowing.org

Celebrate the Sports Season with Trophies for the Team • Back & Neck Care • Sports Medicine • Motor Vehicle Accident Care • Work Related Injuries • Orthopedic Rehabilitation • Post-Surgical Rehabilitation Hours M & W 9:00-6:00 T & Th 7:00-6:00 F 8:00-12:00

• Gait Analysis, Custom Orthotics • Bike Fit using Computrainer • Prenatal and Postpartum • ASTYM Treatment • Trigger Point Dry Needling

Count On Us for QUALITY AWARDS and Great CUSTOMER SERVICE! Plaques • Trophies • Signs • Engraving • Ribbons Badges • Clocks • Crystal • Corporate Awards

Geoff Ormiston, PT, OCS Kristin Wiest, PT, DPT

Located in the Medical Center of Issaquah

450 NW Gilman Blvd, Ste. 106, Issaquah www.IssaquahPhysicalTherapy.com 425-392-0627

1320 NW Mall Street, Suite A-2 • Issaquah

(425) 391-8158 www.issaquahtrophy.com

Teen Activities

Safe Sitter® Ages 11-13

Safe Sitter is a medically accurate program that teaches boys and girls how to be good babysitters. The class covers basic lifesaving techniques, safety precautions and responsibilities of safe babysitting and is recommended for ages 11-13. Visit www. safesitter.org for more information. Pre-registration required, www.swedish.org/classes.

• Saturday, May 11 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Swedish Medical Center, 751 NE Blakely Drive, Issaquah • $40 • 206-386-2502

Karate Lessons

Rated in the top 1% in the nation, Karate West has the most popular children’s program in the Pacific NW. Through drills & games, students learn invaluable life skills, become good listeners with improved focus, and gain new levels of self-esteem to aid them in dealing with peer pressure and social issues.

• Year around, start anytime • Times vary, go to www.karatewest.com • Karate West, 3310 E Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Sammamish • Cost Varies by age & program • 425-391-4444 or info@karatewest.com

District-Wide Middle School Dance

This is the place to be on Friday night! All youth, grades 6-8, are welcome to attend, provided they have photo ID (ASB card works best). Youth are not allowed to leave the building unescorted.

All youth will pass through a metal detector upon entrance. Dress code strictly enforced. Concessions available. Parent volunteers needed.

• Fridays, March 29 • 7-10 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $5 • 425-837-3317

School Tools Study Skills Course Grades 8-12

Help your student acquire the knowledge and skills he or she needs to succeed. School Tools, a 24-lesson study-skills program, is individually adapted to your child’s needs. Units on attitude improvement and goal setting, essay writing and research methods, note-taking techniques, and test-preparation strategies all teach students to use their time efficiently and effectively.

Watch your student’s motivation and performance soar.

• Flexible scheduling (typically one class per week) • One-hour class, by appointment

• Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • 425-837-0595

SAT or ACT Prep Course Grades 9-12

Finally, a class that does more than go over problems and lecture about strategies. Learn how to use the critical, test-score raising strategies. Most courses proudly advertise that your score should increase by 100 points after taking their course but you can expect increases of 300 points and more!

• Flexible scheduling to fit your life • 12 two-hour classes and two (or more) practice tests • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • 425-837-0595

High School Essay Writing Made Easy Grades 9-12

Does your student know all the grammar and punctuation rules, but still can’t get his ideas down on paper for that high school essay? Tutoring Club teaches students how to select the right topic, determine the thesis, develop supporting points and pull it all together. Truly individualized to each student.

• Flexible scheduling • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost varies • 425-837-0595

Middle & High School Class Assistance Grades 6-12

Is your student struggling to get math assignments done? Or is she taking chemistry this year and you can’t help? Even if you have the knowledge, will your student listen to you? Algebra, Algebra II, Calculus, Chemistry, AP courses, even foreign languages – Tutoring Club can help. Individualized, face-to-face instruction • Flexible scheduling • Tutoring Club, 1135 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost varies • 425-837-0595

Graphic Novel Writing For Teens and Tweens Ages 10+

Learn how graphic novels are written and produced by independent comic book author Elizabeth Guizzetti.

Topics include developing ideas, character design, plotting, storyboarding and more!

• Tuesday, April 9 • 3-4:30 pm • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Exceptional Pet Healthcare

Day Practice & Appointment Hours Mon - Sat: 8:00am - 8:00pm

OPEN FOR EMERGENCIES 24-HOURS • 7 DAYS A WEEK

*For new clients only. Not to be combined with any other offer. Not good for emergency examinations. Up to 2 pets per household.

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Mathnasium Power Review

For students who have completed first-year Algebra and need a review of the course. Also is a good review for students planning to take Algebra II in the fall. Geometry Power Review is for students who have completed first year Algebra I and need a review and an introduction to high school geometry concepts, including proofs and the properties and relationships of geometric figures.

• June 24 - September 30 • Monday to Thursday 4-7 p.m.; Tuesday to Thursday 10 a.m.-noon • Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Drive SE, Issaquah • $100 early bird savings when you enroll by April 30.

• 425-270-1054 or issaquah@mathnasium.com

DigiPen ProjectFUN Technology Summer Workshops

DigiPen’s ProjectFUN Programs present a high quality education by engaging and challenging elementary, middle, and high school students through hands-on learning. ProjectFUN workshops engage students in the arts and sciences by immersing them in the tools and techniques of high-tech careers. Workshops in Game Design, Video Game Programming, Fine Arts & Multimedia Production, and Robotics & Engineering enhance students’ critical thinking skills, improve their knowledge of core subjects like math and physics, and excite interest in academic concepts underlying modern technology.

• Session 1: June 24-July 5* (no workshop on July 4th) Session 2: July 8-July 19 Session 3: July 22-August 2 Session 4: August 5-August 16 • 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily*, with free after-workshop activities most days 5-6:30 p.m. Session 1 begins at 9 a.m. daily, closed July 4.

• DigiPen Institute of Technology, Redmond

• $1,195 for two-week on-site workshop (lunch and snacks included) $599 for one-week on-site workshop; Register by April 1 for up to $250 discount!

• www.projectfun.digipen.edu/summer-workshops/ or 425-629-5007

Henna Tattoos For Teens

From the leaves of the henna plant, henna tattoos are non permanent and are used in many cultures. Teens, choose your henna tattoo designs and come get tattooed!

• Tuesday, March 26 • 3-4:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430

Study Zone

Drop in to get free homework help from a volunteer tutor.

• 4-6 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays • Noon-2 p.m. Saturdays • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430 or jrgomes@kcls.org

Teen Book Group

Teens in middle and high school: What are you reading?

Watching? Listening to? Come share ideas, talk about books, and enjoy yummy snacks.

• First Tuesday of every month • 3-4:30 pm • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • 425-392-5430