Fall Freetime 2010

fall recreation Special section of The Issaquah Press

2010

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Celebrating

Make this Your Child’s Best School Year Ever!

33 Years of Excellence in Education

The sooner Huntington steps in, the faster grades step up. Our specially trained teachers and personal attention can give your child the boost he or she needs to do well this school year. If your child is unmotivated, lacks confidence, or has weak basic skills, our certified teachers and individualized programs help children overcome frustration and failure and get them on the path to success in school.

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Published by Issaquah Press Inc. fall recreation guide 2010 Cultural Arts

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Education

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Health & Fitness

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Parenting

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Preschool & Youth

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Special Events

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Special Interest

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Fall Sports

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Teen Activities

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We invite you to visit RockMeadow, one of the top training and instruction facilities in the Pacific Northwest.

Lessons are available for Children, Teens and Adults, Beginners to Advanced Experienced, Professional Instructors:

Rachel Skinner & Deborah Ritchie Affordable Lesson packages, Schooling shows on-site, Lease opportunities, Horsemanship Classes teaching all aspects of horse care.

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Visitors are always welcome! Open Daily

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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

Group Violin Ages 5-10 Violin students meet by age groups, ages 5-7 and ages 8-10.

• Thursday afternoons, Sept. 16-Nov. 18 or Saturday mornings, Sept. 18-Nov. 20 • Music Works NW, 14360 SE Eastgate Way, Suite 102 • $210 includes book • (425) 644-0988 or registration@musicworksnw.org

Writer’s Call Have you put off writing your stories? Join others to write, read, and listen. Browse the Writer’s Call Bookshelf located in the Senior Center card room to discover materials for writers to read, share, and borrow.

• 1st & 3rd Wednesdays • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • (425) 392-2381

The Scarlet Letter – Front Porch Theater Teens - Adults Front Porch Theater is a series of informal dramatic readings truncated from Intiman productions followed by facilitated conversations about how these stories and their themes resonate today. Be "cast" in a 30-minute reading of excerpts from Hawthorne’s The Scarlet Letter or attend as audience and participate in the conversation that follows.

• Thursday, Oct. 7 • 7 p.m.

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

Line Dancing Ages 55+ Exercise your body & mind by line dancing to lively music.

Dancing styles covered in class are Country Western, Swing, Tango, Cha Cha, Waltz, and more. No previous dance experience or partner necessary. Instructor Spencer Howard.

• Thursdays ongoing

• 10-11 a.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • $5/class • Must register, (425) 392-2381

Opera Preview: Lucia di Lammermoor Teens - Adults Gaetano Donizetti (1797-1848) amazingly composed 73 operas in 27 years. Lucia di Lammermoor is by far Donizetti's "greatest hit"! Lucia has everything a romantic "bel canto" opera needs — a tragic story of young love torn apart by a family feud; gorgeous music, especially for the soprano and tenor. Lucia has been a favored vehicle for coloratura sopranos for 175 years. In this lecture, Mr. Hollingshead will illustrate his commentary with recorded musical excerpts from his own collection of recordings, many quite rare.

• Tuesday, Oct. 12 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 Exciting Polish soprano West Sunset Aleksandra Kurzak makes her Seattle Opera debut as Lucas.

• Free Photo by Cory Weaver.

• (425) 392-5430

Books and More Ages 55+ Discuss books and/or articles of interest that you have read or select a book to read together. You may also suggest reading ideas for the group to consider. Meets in the Senior Center Library.

• 2nd & 4th Wednesdays • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • Must register, (425) 392-2381

Dental Care available when you are Open Monday to Saturday with evening appointments available

Dr. Baptista Kwok DDS • Dr. James Ma DDS 22525 SE 64th Place • Suite 170

425.837.0383 Environmentally friendly office Gentle personal care using the latest technology

A Start for a Lifelong Love of Learning

The Life and Times of Picasso Adults & Teens In conjunction with the October opening of the Seattle Art Museum’s major exhibition, art historian Susan Olds gives a slide presentation on Picasso’s life and art.

Beginning with the artist’s early years in Paris, the lecture will cover Picasso’s Blue Period, Rose Period, and Classical Period; the development of Analytical and Synthetic Cubism; Picasso’s 1930s experimentation with Surrealism; his playful ceramics and bronzes of the 1950s, and the artist’s passionate, life-long pursuit of abstraction.

• Wednesday, Nov.10 • 7 p.m.

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

Northwest Noir: Mysteries, Legends and Landscapes Teens-Adults What is it about the Northwest that is so mysterious? The grey, gloomy days, the dense forests, the rugged mountains, the deep, dark Puget Sound? Included in the program: Northwest Coast native American legends and art, Sasquatch sightings and stories, unexplained mysteries and ghost stories, art by contemporary Northwest artists, and novels set in the Northwest.

• Tuesday, Sept.28 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

Northern Lights Montessori School For children 2 1/2 thru 6 years old

NOW ENROLLING IN ISSAQUAH! 375 1st Place NW, Issaquah 98027 • 425-647-3031 norlightsmontessori@yahoo.com www.norlightsmontessori.com

Find out why our patients are smiling!

Let the experienced and friendly dental team at Dr. Rosemary Warren’s office give you something to smile about.

Rated top Issaquah Dentist by regional consumer magazine State of the art technology for your comfort Adults & children welcome!

175 Gilman Blvd., Issaquah 425.391.9200 www.rwarrendds.com

Math Tutoring Ages 11-17 Individualized math instruction helps middle and high school students build confidence and enjoy learning math.

Mathnasium teachers help students work on their basic skills and homework at the same time.

• Sept.-June • Mon.-Thurs. 3-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Blvd, Issaquah • $27-31/session • (425) 270-1054

Math Tutoring Ages PreK- Grade 5 Mathnasium is highly specialized to teach kids year-round to boost their math skills. Members pay a monthly membership fee, and usually attend twice a week for about an hour. The goal is to significantly increase your child’s math skills, understanding of math concepts, and overall school performance, while building confidence and forging a positive attitude toward the subject. An assessment will be given to start.

• Sept. 1- June 21 • Mon-Thurs 3-7 p.m., Sat 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Blvd, Issaquah • $23-$31/session • (425) 270-1054

SAT/ACT Prep Ages 15-18 Fall is the right time to prepare your child for the SAT or ACT College entrance exams. Each student is given a full length SAT or ACT (or both) to determine appropriate strengths and weaknesses. The professional teaching staff at Huntington will work with each student and family individually to help the student reach his or her goal.

• Dates variable based on student’s need • Times vary • Huntington Learning, Issaquah or Bellevue • $75/hour • Jill Tubbesing (425) 391-0614

SAT/ACT Math Prep Ages 12-17 Mathnasium offers a highly specialized class to prepare teens for their SAT and ACT tests by working on their basic math skills twice a week. Skill improvement also

builds confidence in the students for appearing in competitive exams.

• Sept.-June • Mon.-Thurs. 3-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Blvd, Issaquah • $30 per session • (425) 270-1054

Writing Skills Ages 9-18 Children’s writing skills improve in Huntington’s individualized writing program. Identifies and corrects errors in punctuation, grammar and usage through an extensive pre-testing and focused approach to writing. Huntington can also focus efforts on writing better sentences, better paragraphs and better papers. If you child needs help, an individualized approach is the best way to fix the problem permanently.

• Dates variable based on student’s need • Times vary • Huntington Learning, Issaquah or Bellevue • $48-58/hour • Jill Tubbesing (425) 391-0614

Diagnostic Testing Ages PreK-12th grade Highly specialized instructors at Mathnasium test kids for each level of math from Pre-Kindergarten to the Pre-Calculus. Specialized tests help put together a learning plan for each student based on their individual math skills and knowledge.

• Sept.-June • Mon.-Thurs. 3-7 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

• Mathnasium, 4546 Klahanie Blvd, Issaquah • $99 • (425) 270-1054

English as Second Language Ages 55+ This class helps Chinese-speaking limited-English speakers.

Attention is given to practicing and improving English to speak more confidently in daily life.

• Mondays ongoing • 10 a.m.-noon • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • (425) 392-2381

Computer Tutor Ages 55+ Senior Center volunteer Carlos Escobar will be available to answer computer questions and show you basic tasks. This is on a drop-in basis.

• Wednesdays ongoing • 1-2 p.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • (425) 392-2381

page 7 Don’t Throw Out Your Old Computer – Give It a Second Life with Free Software Teens & Adults Are you thinking of tossing out your computer because it feels sluggish running your current operating system (OS)?

Want to try a different OS like Linux while keeping your existing one? Want to use free software alternatives that have features similar/equivalent to commercial software?

Join Ray Chew as he explains the various operating systems (Mac, Windows and Linux) and the options of free software for your entertainment needs or to help accomplish your daily tasks. Learn simple tips on how to upgrade the performance of your personal computer/laptop.

• Tuesday, Oct. 19 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

Computer Class: Microsoft Excel Level 1 Adults & Teens Learn how to perform calculations using formulas, copy formulas with the fill handle and use Autosum for quick addition. Prerequisite: Ability to use the mouse and keyboard.

• Tuesday, Nov.16 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

Computer Class: Facebook & LinkedIn Basics Adults Learn the basics of the social networking websites Facebook & LinkedIn. Instructors will demonstrate how to use them, why they are useful, discuss privacy, and help set up accounts. Prerequisites: Basic understanding of the Internet and an email account.

• Tuesday, Nov. 30 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

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Women’s Self Defense Class Teens & Adults

Growing Up Male Ages 9-12, with parent

Learn what the professionals say you should know about how to stay safe and out of trouble. Know what to do if someone attacks you or your children. Learn to trust your instincts and make the right move in dangerous situations. Join professional martial arts instructor Vincent Geer, founder of the nonprofit firm, Mind Body Spirit Martial Arts.

• Wednesday, Sept. 15 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

This class encourages family communication about sexual issues and provides accurate information about the changes of puberty.

• Monday, Nov. 15 • 6:30 - 9 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • $25 covers 1 child & 2 adults; additional children $5 • www.swedish.org

CPR Class Ages 12-Adult This class taught by Eastside Fire & Rescue personnel earns you a 2-year card through American Heart Association.

Learn knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing & cardiac emergencies.

Includes adult, infant and child resusitation. Pre-payment required. Drop by any station to register.

• Sept. 11, Oct. 9 or Nov. 6 • 8:30 a.m.- 2 p.m.

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

Talk with your Doc: Eyes and Ears Ophthalmologist Dr. Benson Chen M.D. and Audiologist Claire Kilcoyne Au.D. team up to share their expertise on two issues that affect millions of Americans each year. Dr. Chen will discuss how to identify and treat cataracts while Dr. Kilcoyne will discuss why hearing loss happens and what you can do to improve your hearing loss with the newest advancements in hearing aid technologies.

• Wednesday, Oct. 6 • 6-8 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • Free • www.swedish.org

Growing Up Female Ages 11-18, with parent This class encourages family communication about sexual issues and provides accurate information about the changes of puberty.

• Thursday, Dec. 9 • 6:30 – 9 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • $25 covers 1 child & 2 adults; additional children $5 • www.swedish.org

Joint Replacement: The Right Choice for You? If you have arthritic joint pain and are considering joint replacement, you'll want to attend this important class.

• Thursday, Oct. 14 • 6-7:30 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • Free • www.swedish.org

The Anticancer Lifestyle Explore recent findings on ways to increase your resistance to cancer with health educator Carol Robl. Learn how to create an anticancer lifestyle by eating beneficial foods, protecting yourself from environmental threats, and enhancing your physical and emotional well-being.

• Tuesday, Oct. 26 • 7-9 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • www.swedish.org

Family Zumba, Yoga and Tai Chi All ages (Family Zumba for ages 8 and up) Exercise your spirit, mind, and body with us in our three newest group exercise classes!

Come try a class for free and see if it’s for you. A full range of other fitness classes are also available including Circuit Training, Step Aerobics, Cycling, Senior Fitness, and more!

• Days and times vary. Visit website for schedule.

• Sammamish Family YMCA Fitness Center and Basketball Gym, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah • Free for Facility Members; $8/day Non-Members/Program Members • (425) 391-4840 or www.sammamishymca.org

page 9 Learn Tai Chi Age 55+ This class is designed for the beginning student. You’ll learn breathing techniques and some basic movements.

Instructor Ted Thomas.

• Mondays, ongoing • 10-10:45 a.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • Must register, (425) 392-2381

Tai Chi Age 55+ This class combines Tai Chi movements and postures with music. These gentle movements will exercise your whole body while you listen to Chinese music. Instructor Ted Thomas.

• Mondays, ongoing • 9-10 a.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • Must register, (425) 3922381

First Aid Class Ages 12-Adult This class taught by Eastside Fire & Rescue personnel earns you a 2-year card through American Heart Association.

Learn knowledge and skills necessary to recognize and provide basic care for breathing & cardiac emergencies, plus extensive first aid. Pre-payment required. Drop by any station to register.

• Sept. 11, Oct. 9 or Nov. 6 • 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

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

Sit & Be Fit Ages 55+ This class is designed to include movement and stretching to increase the heart rate while maintaining your stability.

Most exercises are done in chairs while targeting resistance training and balance for fall prevention. Instructor Barbara Scott.

• Every Wednesday and Friday • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • $35 • Must register, (425) 392-2381

Motion Is Life Is pain keeping you from enjoying life? If so, learn more about joint pain relief as well as knee and hip replacement in this informative seminar presented by The Joint

Replacement Center at Overlake.

• Wednesday, Nov. 17 • 6:30-8 p.m.

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lk. Samm.

Pkwy SE. • Free • (425) 688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

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 an informative evening to find out if weight loss surgery is right for you. Pre-registration required.

Contact Overlake Hospital Medical Center at 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes • Tuesday, Sept. 28, Oct. 26 or Nov. 23 • 6-7:30 p.m.

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lk. Samm.

Pkwy SE. • Free • (425) 688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Intermediate S.A.I.L. (Stay Active & Independent for Life) Ages 55+ Exercise to stay fit. This class will include exercises to improve balance, flexibility, and strength. Exercises are customized for all fitness levels and needs. Class size is limited to 30. Instructor: Barbara Scott.

• Wed & Fri • 9:30-10:30 a.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • $35 • Must register, (425) 392-2381

Bringing Baby Home

Preparing for Childbirth & Newborn Care

Pregnant couples or families with nursing babies up to 3 months A baby's first year is a time brimming with happiness and challenges. Your baby needs care, but so does your relationship as a couple. Attend our Bringing Baby Home workshop authored by renowned relationship expert, Dr John Gottman. Attend two Saturdays and develop strategies for a thriving and loving family. Taught by Gottman Certified Educators.

• 2 Saturdays, Oct. 16 & 23 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lk. Samm.

Pkwy SE. • $150, pre-registration required • (425) 688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

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. Pre-registration required • Offered weeknights and weekends. Check online for details.

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lk. Samm.

Pkwy SE. • $105 Comprehensive Series; $95 Condensed • (425) 688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

You and Your New Baby For new mothers with infants up to 12 weeks A 5-week class designed to encourage group interaction and support.

Topics include comforting 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 Wednesdays and Thursdays during daytime.

Check online for details • Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lk. Samm.

Pkwy SE. • $55 • (425) 688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Sammamish Learning Center A unique learning environment that guides children towards the discovery of their world in a peaceful and nurturing way.

Happiest Baby on the Block – Babies welcome!

Learn to calm and soothe your newborn in just minutes. Pre-registration required.

• Saturday, Sept. 18, Oct. 2 or Nov. 20 • 10 a.m. – 12 p.m..

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lk. Samm. Pkwy SE. • $60 includes kit and DVD • (425) 688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Parents of Teens Parent your 13-19-year-old teenager without yelling, grounding or bribing!

Join Friends of Youth to learn: communicating respect and encouragement, cooperation and problem solving, building responsibility and strategies to deal with sex, drugs & alcohol.

Register early, spaces fill quickly. Based on STEP: Systemic Training for Effective Parenting • 6 Wednesdays, Oct. 13-Nov. 17 • 7-9 p.m.

• Issaquah Friends of Youth, 414 Front St. N. • $60 Individual/$80 Couples, Scholarships available • Friends of Youth, 425-392-6367 or casey@friendsofyouth.org

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Order on-line at issaquahtrophy.com 22629 SE 29th St. Sammamish, WA 98075

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Preschool Ages 3-5

1065 12th Ave. N.W. Suite E-8 (425) 391-8158 www.issaquahtrophy.com

Skills for Life

In Issaquah

Gymnastics and Trampoline classes for all ages (425) 392-2621 (425) 644-8117

on Mall Street,

In Bellevue near Factoria www.gymnasticseast.com

NOW ENROLLING..

Come in Anytime to Tour our Facility!

• Accepting Ages Four Weeks to Twelve Years of Age • Transport To Issaquah Valley, Grand Ridge & Clark Elementary • Offer A Fun-filled Fall Program • Offer A Theme-Based Creative Curriculum

Kid’s Country 710 N.W. Gilman Boulevard Suite D108 Issaquah, WA 98027 Phone - 425.369.2400 Fax - 425.369.9539

Openings for 2010-11 Ages 3-5 All Faiths Welcome

Open House Nov. 20, 10-1

Sunnybrook Montessori School * Academic program ages 14 ms - Kindergarten * Experienced teachers - low ratio * Extended care available

Sunnybrook

Montessori School

1005 5th Ave. NW, Issaquah • 425.392.4087 7am-6pm Monday thru Friday

Come in and check out our new high-tech, “paperless” office in downtown Issaquah and enjoy a

FREE CONSULTATION on us!

Dr. Raj Angolkar is a Board Certified Orthodontist, with close to two decades of experience.

Dr. Raj Angolkar

Member of American Association of Orthodontists, Pacific Society of Orthodontist and the Washington State Orthodontic Society.

425.392.0980 505 East Sunset Way Issaquah, WA 98027 www.Angolkar4Smiles.com

morning or afternoon classes. Developmental hands-on activities foster emotional, social, academic, physical, and spiritual growth. Music, language arts, creative art, science, number and letter activities and Bible stories.

Kindergarten readiness activities. Large classroom and partially-covered playground.

• Monday-Friday, half days • 9:15 a.m. - 3 p.m. depending on class • Our Savior Lutheran Church, 745 Front St. S., Issaquah • $185-$280 depending on class • Connie VanHouten, (425) 392-1201, Ext. 4

Fall Fun Fest Ages 1 - 6

Sammamish Preschool Ages 3-5

Wear your Halloween costumes and come to the Community Center to enjoy activity booths, Toddler Time toys, face painting, and prizes. This event is planned and run by youth from the Issaquah Youth Center. Registration not required.

• Friday, Oct. 29 • 6-8 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $2 • (425) 837-3300

Sammamish Learning Center guides children toward the discovery of their world in a peaceful and nurturing way, both challenging and sensitive to your child’s unique developmental needs. Three carefully designed mixed-age classrooms, each a blend of traditional, contemporary and Montessori methods. Family participation encouraged.

• Sept. 9-June 10 • Morning and afternoon • Sammamish Learning Center, 22629 SE 29th St. Sammamish • $210 to $475 monthly • Jill Porter or Helen Glenn, (425) 313-1545

Fall Harvest Carnival Ages 4 weeks-12 years

Preschool Ballet/Tap/Jazz Ages 4-6

Join Kid’s Country for its annual fall carnival. Wear your costumes for pictures and have a ghoulish time with the staff. Entrance fee is a bag of candy, but you get more than that in return while going through the center!

• Friday, Oct. 29 • 7-8:30 p.m.

• Kid’s Country, 710 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah • Cost: one bag of candy (no nuts please) • 1-425-369-2400

Discovery Tots Ages 0-5 First Experiences: Children 0-3 with a caregiver engage in discovery and experience new materials and activities every Wednesday.

Ready, Set, Learn: Children 3-5 prepare for an organized classroom and learn numbers, letters, shapes and more, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

Family Discovery: Siblings 0-5 with a caregiver work together on hands-on art and science projects, sing songs, read stories and more, Wednesdays.

• Sept. 22 – Oct. 28 • Time varies by class.

• KidsQuest Children’s Museum, inside Factoria Mall, Bellevue • $40/member, $50/non-member • (425) 637-8100 or www.kidsquestmuseum.org

Our Savior Lutheran Preschool Older 2’s, 3, 4 & 5 year olds All faiths welcome. Experienced, degreed teachers for

Dance classes provide a beginning foundation in dance technique and movement vocabulary while promoting a sense of rhythm, confidence and self-expression. Children explore their creativity while being introduced to developmental exercises to prepare them for future training in specific disciplines.

• Sept. 13-Dec. 18 • Weekdays, times vary by class • Dance Premier, 26613 SE Duthie Hill Road, Issaquah • Class rates vary • (425) 427-2328 or www.dancepremier.com

Hip Hop Ages 6-9 This high-energy dance class is enjoyed by both boys and girls who want to learn the latest urban dance steps influenced by some of today’s hottest video choreographers, presented in an age-appropriate manner.

• Sept. 13-Dec. 18 • Weekdays, times vary by class • Dance Premier, 26613 SE Duthie Hill Road, Issaquah • Class rates vary • (425) 427-2328 or www.dancepremier.com

page 13 Montessori School Ages 2.5-6 Northern Lights Montessori School, a vibrant community of culturally diverse families and teachers that honors the whole child, is now enrolling for students. Programs nurture your child’s development through a curriculum that prepares him/her for creativity, curiosity, independence and a love for learning.

• September - June • 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• 375 NW 1st Place, Issaquah • Varies by program • (425) 647-3031 or (425) 392-4107 or email norlightsmontessori@gmail.com.

Preschool Story Time 3-5 years Meet other preschool pals and enjoy wonderful stories and silly songs.

• Mondays, Sept. 13-Nov. 8 and Nov. 29-Dec. 6 • 11 a.m.

• Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Nov. 9 and Nov. 30-Dec. 7 • 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library • Free • (425) 392-5430

Toddler Story Time Ages 2-3 years Enjoy stories, songs and finger plays just for toddlers while

introducing Early Literacy concepts for parents and caregivers.

• Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Nov. 9 and Nov. 30-Dec. 7 • 11 a.m.

• Wednesdays, Sept. 15-Nov. 10 and Dec. 1-8 • 10 and 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library • Free • (425) 392-5430

Waddler Story Time Ages 12 to 24 months Super stories and songs just for young toddlers, accompanied by an adult. Lots of wiggling and giggling guaranteed!

• Thursdays, Sept. 16-Nov. 4 and Dec. 2-9 • 10 and 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Library • Free • (425) 392-5430

6th Grade Night Only 6th graders This is the night for 6th graders to learn the ropes at the Community Center. Games, crafts, lasertag, and fun activities. No re-entry if student leaves the dance before 10 p.m. Registration not required. Parent volunteers wanted, (425) 837-3317 • Friday, Sept. 10 • 7–10 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $5 at the door • (425) 837-3317, Issaquah Park Dept.

Wildlife presentation Sept. 25: Family Day Quarter Past 8 plays family rock, blues, country 11:30-1:30 October 9: Last Market of the Season Tacoma Glass “blown” pumpkin patch; garden restoration class

Nightmare at Beaver Lake Haunted House All ages Kiwanis Club of Sammamish swap meet for new, used and recycled sports equipment and items, with an emphasis on skis and snow boards. 20% consignment fee benefits community youth programs. Drop off and tag your items for sale on Friday Oct. 22, 5:30-8 p.m.

• Saturday, Oct. 23 • 8 a.m.- 2 p.m.

• Pine Lake Covenant Church, 1715 228th Avenue SE, Sammamish • Free • www.sammamishkiwanis.org

Follow the trail through the haunted forest (handicap accessible.) The haunt goes on, rain or dry, so dress for the weather. Alice in Wonderland theme. Volunteers wanted for makeup application, impromptu acting, set design, sound/lighting, construction and security. School-age volunteers can earn community service hours.

• Oct. 15-16, 20-23, 27- 31 • 7-10 p.m. school nights; 7-11 p.m. weekends • Beaver Lake Park, Sammamish • $6 Family hour 7-8 p.m.; $11 Full Frights 8-10 p.m. school nights; $15 Full Frights 8-11 p.m. non-school nights • www.nightmareatbeaverlake.com for information and to volunteer

Salmon Days Volunteer Sign Up Party Ages 8-Adult

Family Fun Night- Monster Mash Bash!

Families

Ski & Sport Swap

Come and enjoy a delicious dinner, courtesy of Timber Ridge at Talus, sign up for your volunteer shifts and collect your Ohfishal T-shirt at this free party. Children must be accompanied by an adult volunteer.

• Tuesday, Sept. 14 • 5:30-7 p.m.

• Pickering Barn, Issaquah • Free, in exchange for volunteer time • (425) 392-0661 or www.salmondays.org

Salmon Days Festival All ages The Issaquah Salmon Days Festival offers special fishy attractions, the Grande Parade, Foods of the World, arts & crafts, live entertainment, and Field of Fun for kids of all ages.

• Oct. 2 & 3 • 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

• Front Street, Fish Hatchery, Memorial Field • Free admission • (425) 392-0661 or www.salmondays.org

Issaquah Farmers Market All ages Sept. 11: Grandparents Day Cathy Jo Band 11-1; tomato exhibit Sept. 18: Music in the Courtyard Jimmy Free’s Friends Reggae Band, 11-2; Living with

Don’t miss this Halloween-themed special event with something for everyone! Group games, Monster Mash Dance, face painting, arts & crafts, costume parade, prizes, movie and popcorn and more! Adult supervision required, parents must remain on site.

• Friday, Oct. 22nd • 5:30-9:30 p.m.

• Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah • Free for Facility Members; $10 per family/non-members • www.sammamishymca.org or call Susan at (425) 391-4840

Trick or Treat in Historic Downtown Up to age 12 Kids in costume, accompanied by an adult, are invited to explore historic downtown Issaquah while trick-or-treating for goodies at merchant locations.

• Saturday, Oct. 30 • Noon- 3 p.m.

• Free • Stores along Front Street & Sunset Way, Issaquah • Read Oct. 27 issue of The Issaquah Press in print or at www.issaquahpress.com for participating stores.

Movie on the Green All Ages Grab your blanket or lawn chair and head down to Issaquah Community Center lawn for a night under the stars. Issaquah Parks and Lunar Flicks present the family hit “Monsters and Aliens.”. Concessions will be available for purchase. No dogs allowed.

• Saturday, Sept. 11 • 8-11 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center lawn • Free

THE EASTSIDE’S PREMIER FLY SHOP Harmony & High Tea Benefit An elegant High Tea and silent auction filled with wonderful treasures. All proceeds go to local charities such as Eastside Domestic Violence, Issaquah Senior Center, Issaquah Food Bank, Eastside Baby Corner, and scholarships for Issaquah High girls. Presented by Issaquah Women’s Foundation.

• Saturday, Nov. 13 • 1 p.m.

• Pickering Barn, Issaquah • $25 • Lisa Thompson at oz888@hawaii.rr.com or (425) 677-8368

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Block Party Quilt Show Vendors, boutique, tea room, kids’ corner, quilts for sale, raffle quilt, demos, and door prizes. This year’s theme: “25 Years in Stitches.” Featured artist is Nancy Lee Chong.

• Friday-Sunday, Nov. 5-7 • 10-5 Fri. & Sat., 10-4 Sunday • Issaquah Community Center.

• $5/suggested donation • www.bpquilters.org

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Things That Go Bump In the Night Ages 12 - Adult Join members of Auburn Paranormal Activities Research Team as it shows the ins and outs of ghost hunting. Find out which houses in King County the group thinks are haunted. *The content of this event may be frightening to children and is suggested for ages 12 and up.

• Thursday, October 28 • 5 - 6 p.m.

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

Therapy Dog Prep Class All Ages + dog more than 5 months Invest in your dog and your community by doing pet "therapy" as a team, volunteering to visit people in places where the presence of a loving dog can provide much needed support and comfort. This program provides training, support, assessment of canine-human teams, focusing on canine behavior and handling skills and working towards mastering Project Canine Therapy Dog standards — displaying an appropriate temperament, interacting safely and predictable with people of all ages & abilities, and responding obediently in a variety of environments.

• Saturdays, Sept. 18-Oct. 23 • 12:15 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.

• Riverdog Canine Coaching, 1400 19th Ave NW, Issaquah • $175 • (425) 427-5958 or www.riverdogK9.com

Safe Sitter Ages 11-13 This program is recommended for children to teach them how to handle emergencies with basic lifesaving techniques, safety precautions, getting help and child care.

• Saturday, Oct. 2 • 9 a.m.

• $40 • Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • www.swedish.org

Choosing Life Insurance Adults This information-only interactive class will help you learn the fundamentals of life insurance, as well as what type

will best protect you. Tom Sessions will lead the discussion and share the knowledge he has gained from 31 years of experience. Class size limited, pre-registration preferred.

• Thursday, Oct. 14 • 6 - 7 p.m.

• Tom Sessions Agency, 485 Rainier Blvd North, Suite 101, Issaquah • Free • (425) 391-0200

The Lives of Women in Our Valley, 1860-1930 All ages Join Issaquah History Museum Director Erica Maniez for a look at the lives of Issaquah’s women prior to 1930.

Whether single or married, widowed or divorced, working outside or inside the home, women’s lives were shaped by the same factors. Learn about Issaquah’s fascinating females from a century past.

• Saturday, Oct. 9 • 11 a.m.

• Issaquah Depot • Free • www.issaquahhistory.org

‘Women’s Voices, Women’s Votes’ Performance Ages 12-adult Shanna Stevenson?s “Women’s Voices, Women’s Votes,” relays the story of the women who spoke out and organized to pass an amendment to the State Constitution giving women permanent voting rights. This performance is sponsored by the Issaquah History Museums, Issaquah Women’s Club, the Issaquah Chapter of the American Association of University Women and the Issaquah Valley Senior Center.

• Saturday, Oct. 16 • 1:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Senior Center • $7 ($5 for members of sponsoring organizations).

• tickets: www.issaquahhistory.org

CERT Training Ages 16+ Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program promotes responsibility and self-sufficiency by creating an awareness of all kinds of disasters, and trains individuals to be better prepared to respond to emergency situations for their families and in their neighborhoods and community. CERT members also give critical support to first responders, provide immediate assistance to victims, help suppress small fires and perform light search and rescue.

• Thursdays, Sept. 30 – Nov. 18 • 6:30 -9:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Public Works Bldg, 670 1st Ave NE, Issaquah • $35 • www.issaquahcitizencorps.com/cert/class

page 17 Steer Clear New Driver Orientation Ages 15 - 18 This class is geared to improve your student’s probability of driving accident-free.

Insurance specialist Tom Sessions will lead an interactive discussion that will enable your student to drive more successfully.

Class size is limited.

Pre-registration preferred.

• Tuesday, Oct. 12 • 6-7 p.m.

• Tom Sessions Agency, 485 Rainier Blvd North, Suite 101, Issaquah • Free • (425) 391-0200

Fall Plant Propagation Teens - Adults Learn how to use your own plant collection to generate more plants for yourself, for gifts, for sale or for plant

Because life is not the Westminster Dog Show.

Canine Coaching at a Personal Level.

Fun, practical training for everyday dogs and their families.

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sales. This program will discuss the plants and the techniques appropriate for fall propagation. Presented by Master Gardener Kay Gordon.

• Tuesday, Oct. 5 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

Growing Flowering Bulbs Teens-Adults Master Gardener Larry Davis will discuss common types of bulbs, growing tips for spring and fall flowering bulbs, planning the beds and planting your bulbs, and salvaging an old bed of bulbs.

• Thursday, Sept. 30 • 7 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset • Free • (425) 392-5430

page 18 Wonderful Plants with Winter Interest Adults

Effective Resumes for the New Job Search Adults

Master Gardener Susie Egan will show many trees, shrubs, perennials and groundcover that have beautiful winter interest, whether with winter-blooming flowers, scents, fruits and seeds or colorful foliage. Susie is a landscape designer specializing in native and woodland plants.

• Wednesday, Oct. 6 • 7 p.m.

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

Develop a resume that will get past the 10-second screen.

A resume template will be distributed that can be used in paper or electronic form. Participants will learn what employers are looking for.

• Wednesday, Nov. 3 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library; 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • (425) 392-3130

Online Marketing – Advanced Adults

Culinary Herbs Teens - Adults

In this class presented by GoGoPin, learn how to make use of free marketing tools online to sell your items, promote your small business, or start a business. No experience required for this fun workshop. We will create a fullyfunctional professional business website together by just mouse clicking, dragging, and dropping. WiFi available if you have a notebook computer, but it is not required.

• Wednesday, Sept. 22 • 7 p.m.

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

Learn about the many culinary herbs that grow well in our area and discuss using herbs in the kitchen and as part of an edible landscape. Presented by Master Gardener Joan Helbacka.

• Wednesday, October 13 • 7 p.m.

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

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Job Search in the New Economy Adults Learn how to smooth your path to finding employment.

Topics include adjusting to the reality of the labor market, developing a work plan for a successful job search, where to find free career counseling, information on the toppaying professions, how to discover your value to employers, preparing a resume, networking and acing the job interview..

• Wednesday, Oct. 27 • 7 p.m.

• Sammamish Library; 825 228th Ave. SE • Free • (425) 392-3130

Voted Top Dentist in Seattle Metropolitan Magazine by his peers in 2010!

• Complimentary digital x-rays & consultation • Over 18 years experience • Invisalign preferred provider

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Two-day course will cover road safety. Must attend both days. Certificates will be given at the end of class. There is a half hour lunch break. Make checks out to AARP. Instructor Carmine Pecoraro.

• Two Wednesdays, Sept. 22 & 29 • 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • $14 or $12 AARP Members • (425) 392-2381

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• Sammamish Family YMCA Pool, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah • Cost Varies • (425) 391-4840 or www.sammamishymca.org

Red Gate Farm Riding Lessons Ages 6-18

Issaquah Run at Salmon Days Also known as the Rotary Run, this event includes a 10K race, a 5K Fun Run/Walk/Crawl and a 1K Kids Dash.

Courses are flat and fast and meander through town during the Salmon Days Festival. Proceeds to benefit Issaquah Schools Foundation.

• Sunday, Oct. 3 • 7:30 a.m.

• $35, or $20 under 15 years; $5 Kids 1K • Register online by noon, Sept. 30 at www.issaquahrun.com

Lake Sammamish Trail Run Marathon and half-marathon for up to 500 runners. Full marathon starts and finishes at Marymoor Park, half marathon begins at Lake Sammamish State Park, with return shuttle available. Lake views and flat gravel path along East Lake Sammamish Trail. Register by Oct. 1 to receive shirt.

• Saturday, Oct. 23 • Marymoor Park or Lake Sammamish State Park • $65 Marathon/ $50 half marathon, by Oct. 22 • www.evergreentrailruns.com

Cycle the Wave WAVE (Women Against Violence Everywhere) is a noncompetitive women’s cycling experience for women of all ages and fitness levels to benefit Eastside Domestic Violence programs. Start in Issaquah and pedal through Bellevue, South King County, Renton and Newcastle. The fun routes include 25-mile Girly Girl, 40-mile Middle Sister or 62-mile Burly Girl.

• Sunday, Sept. 19 • 6:30 a.m.

• Tibbetts Valley Park, 965 12th Ave. NW, Issaquah • $55 through Sept. 17 • www.cyclethewave.com

Swim Lessons Ages 3-5 and 6-11 Learn to swim at the Y! Beginning through advanced levels of swim lessons offered with trained instructors and up to 5 kids per class in a warm indoor pool. Lessons available year around in the evenings and weekends. Swim Team, Private Swim Lessons and Adult Beginning Lessons available, too.

• New classes begin frequently – see website

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

• Year around • 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

Horseback Riding Lessons Ages 3- Adult Learn the sport of English Riding on safe, well-trained lesson horses. Students learn how to safely handle, groom, tack up and ride their lesson horse. Enjoy horseback riding in a deluxe indoor riding arena with a heated viewing lounge attached. Beginning to advanced instruction available.

• Year around, Monday-Saturday • Class times vary • Rockmeadow Equestrian Center, 20722 SE 34th Street, Sammamish • $40 - $70 per lesson; monthly packages available • (425) 392-0600

Spinning class 18+ Pons Studio Cycling and Rowing guarantees your satisfaction and provides you with the newest equipment in spinning and indoor rowing in a 1hour class.

With RealRide bikes, you not only go straight, but can move the bike left of right to target your lower body, abs and arm strength. Take a real ride to a healthier life!

• Weekdays • 5:15, 6:15 and 7:15 a.m. and p.m.

• Pons Studio, 90 Front Street South, Issaquah • $25/class; discount for class packages • Andy, (206) 540-9564 or office (425) 450-9564

page 20 Guided Mountain Hikes Join the Issaquah Alps Trails Club on various hikes throughout the year. Each hike is graded for difficulty. No fees. All 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.

• Sept. 11, 9 a.m., Cougar Mt. double Loop, 7 miles • Sept. 18, 9 a.m., Squak Mt. Thrush Gap, 7 miles • Sept. 19, 1 p.m., Tiger Mt. Tradition Plateau, 5 miles • Sept. 24, 10 a.m. Leader’s Choice, dogs welcome, 3-5 miles • Sept. 26, 9 a.m., Tiger Mt. hike to Otter Lake, 5.5 miles • Go to www.issaquahalps.org

Salmon Days Geoteaming All ages Enjoy two hours roaming the streets of Issaquah in search of treasures during a high-tech scavenger hunt using a hand-held GPS unit to locate cache sites and take a photograph with your team to earn points. All equipment provided. Arrive one hour early to register and learn to use the equipment. Brought to you by Virginia Mason Medical Center. Lunch provided by Rogue’s Issaquah Brewhouse.

• Saturday, Sept. 25 • 9:30 am, Noon or 2:30 pm.

• Start location to be decided • Free • Pre-register at www.salmondays.org

Boys Lacrosse Instructional League Ages 6-10 Fall instructional league for boys interested in having fun and developing skills. Sessions consist of skill instruction, team competition, relays and games. Boys will be divided by age/grade into two divisions. Full-gear, limited-contact developmental program using ‘Boys Youth Rules.’ Full gear required.

• 5 Fridays, Oct. 1-29 • 4:30-6 p.m.

• Pine Lake Middle School field • $50 • www.IssaquahYouthLacrosse.org

Girls Lacrosse Skill Development Clinic Ages 6-10 Fall instructional league for girls interested in having fun and developing skills. Sessions consist of scrimmaging, skill relays and games. Girls program will be divided by age/grade. Girls are required to provide a stick, goggles and mouth guard.

• 8 Fridays, Sept. 10-Oct. 29 • 4:30-6 p.m.

• Pine Lake Middle School field • $80 • www.IssaquahYouthLacrosse.org

page 21 Salmon Days Orienteering The Sammamish Orienteering Club is organizing this fun event during Salmon Days Sporting Weekend. Meet at Lake Sammamish State Park and choose your course, beginner (1K) to advanced (4K), using a map and compass to follow a preset course.

• Saturday, Sept. 25 • 10 a.m.-noon • Lake Sammamish State Park • $3-6 per person • www.cascadeoc.org or (425) 822-6254

Salmon Open Golf Tournament Hook, lie and sink it! Play 18-hole Best Ball Scramble and fishy fun at the Mount Si Golf Course. Limited to 144 golfers. Entry fee includes green fee, refreshments, prizes and lunch.

• Sunday, Sept. 26 • Shotgun start, 6:30-7:30 a.m. check-in • Mount Si Golf Course, North Bend • $75 per person • Pre-register at www.salmondays.org

Tennis & Friends Ages 50+ 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.-12 p.m.

• Tibbetts Valley Park • Free • Lloyd Spencer, (425) 369-8332.

Sammamish Walks Come along for a guided walk. Bring your cameras or binoculars but leave dogs at home. On Sept. 17, walk through 98-acre Beaver Lake Preserve, focusing on birds and nature. On Oct. 16, walk 600-acre Soaring Eagle Park, home to mature forests, wetlands and wildlife habitat.

• Saturdays, Sept. 17 and Oct. 16 • 10 a.m.-Noon • Beaver Lake Preserve - on West Beaver Lake Drive, 1 mile north of Beaver Lake • Soaring Eagle Park trailhead – from Sammamish City Hall, go east 1.5 miles on SE 8th, then right on E. Main Drive for 1.2 miles.

• Free • Sign up at www.ci.sammamish.wa.us

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: 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

Teen Volunteer & Service Programs 8th-12th grade Sammamish Family YMCA offers many volunteer and service opportunities for teens. Whether it’s a “Service Saturday”or helping with an art class or special event, the Y is a great place to get involved!

• Year around; visit website • Times vary • Sammamish Family YMCA Pool, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah • Free for most activities • Heidi, (425) 391-4840 or www.sammamishymca.org

Steer Clear New Driver Orientation Ages 15 - 18 This class is geared to improve your student’s probability of driving accident-free. Insurance specialist Tom Sessions will lead an interactive discussion that will enable your student to drive more successfully. Class size is limited. Preregistration is preferred.

• Tuesday, Oct. 12 • 6-7 p.m.

• Tom Sessions Agency, 485 Rainier Blvd North, Suite 101, Issaquah • Free • (425) 391-0200

Make A Photo DVD Stop by Digital Discovery Zone to create a photo DVD with music using iDVD. Bring photos (prints or JPGs on a flash drive/CD-R), or use photos you have posted online. If you'd like to add a favorite song to your photo DVD, bring a music file on a flash drive, CD or CD-R (MP3, MPEG, AAC formats are ok.). Space is limited.

Registration begins Nov. 22.

• Monday, Dec. 6 • 3-5 p.m.

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

Middle School Dance 6th - 8th grade All youth in grades 6-8 are welcome to attend, provided they have photo ID. No re-entry if student leaves the dance before 10 p.m. Concessions available. Dress code enforced. All youth must pass through a metal detector at entrance.

• Friday, Sept. 24 & Nov. 19 • 7–10 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $5 at the door • (425) 837-3317, Issaquah Park Dept.

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How should you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and CSS Profile?

How can you get the financial aid you need?

Comprehensive review of financial aid programs answers these questions and more. Presented by College Planning Network.

• Wednesday, Nov. 17 • 7-8 p.m.

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

The Scholarship Market Looking for money to pay for college? Learn about private scholarships and the WashBoard.org, a new scholarship resource. High school students and parents or guardians are welcome. Presented by College Planning Network.

• Wednesday, Nov. 17 • 8-9 p.m.

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

Digital Discovery Zone Visits Manga Club This manga club meeting will take place aboard the Digital Discovery Zone, where you can create your own mini manga stories using Comic Life. Bring artwork or photos to use in your manga if you wish, but not required.

Space is limited. Registration begins Monday, Oct. 11.

• Monday, Oct.18 • 3-5 p.m.

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

Learn About Chado @ Manga Club Learn about Japan's tea culture known as Chado, the Way of Tea. Chado is a gift of hospitality that offers sanctuary for the spirit in which to experience renewal. Chado unifies artistic, social and spiritual threads of Japanese culture to engage the body, mind and spirit. Presented by Urasenke Foundation Seattle.

• Monday, Dec. 13 • 3:30-5 p.m.

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

page 23 • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • (425) 392-5430

SAT Prep

Game On! Teens in middle & high school Thursdays in September 3 – 4:30 pm Play video games on Wii or PS2, board games or run D&D 4 and have a snack.

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

Manga Club Like manga and anime? Join us at Manga Club to talk about our favorite manga, watch anime and enjoy Japanese snacks.

• Monday, Sept. 13 & Nov. 15 • 3:30-5 p.m.

Sandweiss Test Prep provides students with test-taking strategies at a pace that enables them to practice strategies by working on assigned homework problems.

“Official SAT Study Guide” is provided for each student.

Students receive analysis and scoring. Space is limited.

Registration begins Sept. 13.

• Saturdays, Oct. 2, 9, 16, 30 • 10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

• Saturday Oct. 23 • 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

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

Digital Discovery Zone Open Lab Stop by the Digital Discovery Zone during open lab hours to design and share multimedia projects. Everything you need to create games, videos or animation. ADA accessible. Space is limited. Register up to seven days in advance.

• Mondays, Oct. 4 & 11 • 3-5:30 p.m.

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