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winter recreation 2010

Special section of The Issaquah Press

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Published by Issaquah Press Inc. winter recreation guide 2010 -2011 Cultural Arts

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Fitness

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Health Education

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Parenting

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Preschool/Youth

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Special Interest

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Sports

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Teen Activities

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www.issaquahpress.com 425-392-6434 Watch for the Spring issue of Free Time!, coming March 9, 2011.

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.

Opera Preview: The Barber of Seville Though he was only 24 years old when his newest comic opera, The Barber of Seville, was first performed in Rome in February of 1816, Gioachino Rossini was an established composer with several popular operas under his belt.

Rossini had high hopes but opening night was a disaster and Rossini was crushed.

Subsequent audiences disagreed and The Barber of Seville emerged to become one of the most popular operatic comedies of all time. Norm Hollingshead will illustrate his commentary with recorded musical excerpts.

• Tuesday, Jan. 11.

• 7 p.m.

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

Writer’s Call Have you put off writing your stories? Join us to write, read, and listen. There is a “Writer’s Call Bookshelf” located in the card room which has materials available for writers to read, share, and borrow.

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

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

Digital Multi-track Recording Teens Music Works NW has combined forces with Wiseman Studios to offer this introductory course. Students will learn organizational skills for setting up sessions, practical knowledge of the essential studio tools, microphone choices and placement techniques, and roles of the engineer including managing sessions and artists. See www.musicworksnw.org for more information.

• Jan. 13 – Mar. 17 • 7– 8:50 p.m.

• Music Works NW, 14360 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue • $360 • registration@musicworksnw.org or 425-644 0988

Opera Preview: Don Quichotte Jules Massenet’s Don Quichotte utilizes only a few scenes from Cervantes' famous novel but those are brought to life by Massenet's wonderfully "Frenchified" Spanish music. Don Quichotte has been performed successfully whenever a dynamic basso has assumed the title role, as Seattle Opera does in its' upcoming production. Norm Hollingshead will illustrate his commentary on Don Quichotte with recorded musical excerpts from his own collection, many quite rare.

• Tuesday, Feb. 22 • 7 p.m.

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

page 5 Sammamish Symphony concert Ages 11-adult Sammamish Symphony Orchestra presents Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto No. 2 in c minor.

• Sunday, Feb. 27 • 2 p.m.

• Eastlake Performing Arts Center, 400 228th Ave. NE, Sammamish • $16 adults; $11 students and seniors • www.sammamishsymphony.org

Books and More 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 and 4th Wednesdays • 10:30 -11:30 a.m.

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

Line Dancing 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 • 425-392-2381

Holiday POPS concert Ages 11- adult Favorite seasonal works by the Sammamish Symphony Orchestra in concert with the Samantha Smith Elementary School Choir.

• Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m.

• Dec. 12, 2 p.m.

• Eastlake Performing Arts Center, 400 228th Ave. NE, Sammamish • $16 adults; $11 students and seniors • www.sammamishsymphony.org

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Choose the best!

Voted Your Favorite Dentists Best of Issaquah

2007, 2008, 2009 & 2010!

BARRY FEDER, DDS, PS MARK GERMACK, DDS Extended Hours 425.392.7541

450 NW Gilman Blvd. • Medical Center of Issaquah www.doctorfeder.com S TATE OF THE A RT C OSMETIC D ENTISTRY • T EETH W HITENING • I NVISALIGN

Issaquah/Sammamish

Saturday, Feb. 26, 10am-2pm Presented by

at Pickering Barn Vendor information: Amelia, 425-392-6434

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

• 7 days a week • Varies, 5 a.m. – 8 p.m.; beginner class M-W-F 4-4:30 p.m.

• Pons Studio, 90 Front Street South, Issaquah • $25/class; discount for class packages • class@ponstudio.com or 425-391-8412

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- 392-2381

Gravity Group Training All ages These 30-minute strength classes heat up all major muscle groups, performed on the Gravity Training System, a device that encourages functional exercise by using your body weight as resistance, utilizing a cable and pulley system and free-motion glide board. Work at your chosen level of resistance. Attracts exercisers who traditionally focus on cardio, but want an efficient strength workout.

Four spots per class, for affordable personal training!

• Monday thru Saturday • Various times available • Peak Sports and Spine Physical Therapy, 1260 116th Ave. NE, Bellevue • $260 for 8-week package • Lindsay Michaud, BS, CES, ACSM, 425-450-9801

Water Fitness 14-adult Jump in for a terrific hour of water fitness in the pool!

Meet your health and fitness goals using gentle, waterbased resistance.

• Sammamish Y: Monday, Wednesdays, Friday at 8 a.m.

• Coal Creek Y: Monday - Friday at 9 a.m.

• Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah (Campus of City Church) or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd., Newcastle • Facility Members – included in membership; NonMembers/Program Members - daily use fee • 425-391-4840 or kpayne@seattleymca.org

page 7 Zumba, Yoga, Cycling, Group Fitness 14-Adult (Family Zumba ages 8+)

Sit & Be Fit Ages 55+

Exercise your spirit, mind, and body with us in our 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, water fitness and more!

• Dates and times available at sammamishymca.or or coalcreekymca.org • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah (Campus of City Church) or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd., Newcastle • Facility Members – included in membership; NonMembers/Program Members - daily use fee • 425-391-4840 or kpayne@seattleymca.org (Sammamish); 425-282-1500 or jgreene@seattleymca.org (Coal Creek)

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

Vinni Yoga

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

Beginning Yoga offered twice a month. You will learn simple stretches, the art of breathing, meditation and relaxation. Taught by Amy Jarvis.

• 2nd & 4th Tuesdays • 1-1:45p.m.

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

Intermediate S.A.I.L. (Stay Active & Independent for Life) Ages 55+

Issaquah/Sammamish Health & Safety Fair Free health screenings, children’s fingerprinting, home safety and emergency preparedness from 30+ health and safety professionals including family physicians & specialists, dentists, chiropractors, nutritionists, fitness professionals and alternative health practitioners.

Presented by Overlake Hospital Medical Center.

Co-sponsored by the City of Issaquah and The Issaquah Press.

• Saturday, Feb. 26 • 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

• Free admission • Pickering Barn (across from Costco) • avesper@isspress.com or 425-392-6434, ext. 243

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 • Tuesdays, Jan. 25th, Feb. 22nd or Mar. 22nd • 6-7:30 p.m.

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE • Free • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

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

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

Christian P. Manley, D.D.S., M.S., P.S. Orthodontics Thank you for giving me this amazing experience, it’s a gift that I will have for a lifetime!

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The Anticancer Lifestyle 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 wellbeing.

Presented by Carol Robl, Health Education Specialist, Swedish Cancer Institute.

• Tuesday, Dec.14 • 7 p.m.

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

Life After Cancer Treatment Session One: challenges cancer survivors may face, strategies to deal with challenges, managing stress, personal action plans to help with the transition Session Two: relaxation techniques, medical records to keep, achieving optimal health Session Three: local organization providing services for survivors, Cancer Survivor Toolbox CD set provided, healing the whole person — mind, body and spirit.

Participants are encouraged to share their experiences and feelings following completion of treatment. Participants will benefit by attending all three sessions.

• Tuesday, Feb. 1, 8, & 15 • 7 p.m.

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

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• $25 covers 1 child+ 2 adults. Additional child $5 each.

• www.swedish.org

This program is recommended for children to teach them how to handle emergencies with basic lifesaving techniques, safety precautions, getting help and childcare.

• Saturday, Jan. 29 • 9 a.m.

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

Staying Fit to Prevent Stroke

Growing Up Male Ages 9-12, with parent This class provides a perfect opportunity to build a bridge between you and your 9- to 12-year-old to demystify puberty and the changes that occur during this somewhatawkward time. The focus of this class is to enhance communication between parents and preteens, as well as facilitate learning about the physical and emotional changes of puberty. Information about male and female changes will be presented. Taught in partnership with Planned Parenthood of Western WA. Call (206)386-2502 for scholarships before registering.

• Tuesday, Feb. 22 • 6:30- 9 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • $25 covers 1 child+ 2 adults. Additional child $5 each.

• www.swedish.org

Growing Up Female Ages 9-12, with parent This class provides a perfect opportunity to build a bridge between you and your 9- to 12-year-old to demystify puberty and the changes that occur during this somewhatawkward time. The focus of this class is to enhance communication between parents and preteens, as well as facilitate learning about the physical and emotional changes of puberty. Information about male and female changes will be presented. Taught in partnership with Planned Parenthood of Western WA. • Tuesday, March 29 • 6:30- 9 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road

A Start for a Lifelong Love of Learning

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

A brisk walk for as little as 30 minutes a day can improve your health in many ways, and may reduce your risk for stroke. Join one of Swedish Medical Center’s physician assistants to learn to reduce your risk for stroke and how to stay fit. You will also get up and moving to learn easy exercises for any fitness level. Free blood pressure screening will be available.

• Thursday, Feb. 24 • 2 p.m.

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

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 seminar.

• Thursday, Jan. 20 or March 31 • 6 p.m.

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

Watch for the Spring 2011 issue of Free Time!

Recreation Guide coming March 9

Parenting Teens

Hop to Signaroo – Baby Sign Language

Parent your 13 to 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, Classes begin in January • 7-9 p.m.

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

Hearing families can use American Sign Language to communicate with hearing babies as young as 5 months old. Signing greatly reduces frustration, promotes faster language development, stimulates intellectual growth and brain development, enhances motor skills and strengthens your parent-child bond. Class materials includes laminated Reminder Cards, resources, photos, descriptions and memory aids for 80 signs taught in class. Scholarships available - call 206-386-2502 before registering. Enrollment is for one or both parents of the same baby, or one parent and a grandparent.

• Four sessions, Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23 • 6:30 p.m.

• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • $128 plus $19 materials fee • www.swedish.org

Parenting 2-12 year olds For Parents of 2 to 12 year olds: Learn positive ways to discipline your child and practical and workable skills you can start using immediately. Turn anxiety about parenting into confidence! Register early, spaces fill quickly. Based on STEP: Systemic Training for Effective Parenting • 6 Tuesdays, January 11 - February 15 • 7-9 p.m.

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

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 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.

Home of Thumbs Up Farm and Pacific Ridge Training.

Visitors are always welcome! Open Daily

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 • Offering A Fun-filled Learning 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

page 11 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. Pre-registration required.

• Offered weeknights and weekends.

• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE • $105 Comprehensive Series, $95 Condensed Series • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Make this the year without math struggles!

Happiest Baby on the Block Babies welcome!

Learn to calm and soothe your newborn in just minutes.

Pre-registration required.

• Saturday, Jan. 15, Feb. 12 or Mar. 5 • 10 a.m.–Noon • Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy Se #103 • $60 - includes kit and DVD • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Kids are crazy about Mathnasium.

Yours could be too!

Actual customer testimonials “You can’t make math any easier [than Mathnasium does].” —James, 5th Grade

$100 OFF

Assessment thru December 31, 2010

“I never thought I could do math. Now I know better. Thanks.” —Ariella, 5th Grade “I love this class because we get to do fun work.” —Josh, 3rd Grade

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.

• Wednesdays and Thursdays daytime • Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE • $55 • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

“I really like this class because every day I know I’m going to learn something new.” —Jenny, 5th Grade “Math has become my most favorite subject ever since I started coming to Mathnasium.” —Alex, 7th Grade

425-270-1054 4546 Klahanie Dr. SE Issaquah www.mathnasium.com P R E K – 1 2 t h G R A D E S • S AT & A C T P R E P HOMEWORK HELP • SUMMER PROGRAMS

Snoqualmie Springs School Ages 4-8 Mark your calendar for the open house and registration for the 2011-12 school year for Pre-K through 2nd grade.

• Friday, Jan. 21, 4-6 p.m.

• Saturday, Jan. 22, 1-3 p.m.

• 25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Road, Issaquah • Joe Drovetto, 425-392-1196 or email snosprings@yahoo.com

Casa Mango Preschool Ages 2 +

Holiday Craft & Cookie Extravaganza Ages 4 weeks-12 years Kid’s Country Issaquah invites you to the Holiday Craft and Cookie Extravanga to make crafts and ornaments and have a wonderful time.

• Friday, Dec. 10 • 6:30 p.m.

• Kid’s Country Issaquah, 710 NW Gilman Blvd.

• Free • (425) 369-2400

TAG! Social Skills Class Ages 5 to 9 Together Achieving Goals (TAG!) is a 10-week social skills program designed to promote the building of friendships, the sharing and expansion of ideas and conflict resolution.

Adapting one’s responses to the ideas of others is the foundation for the development of friendships and instills confidence in your child. Confidence leads to strong emotional relationships. The group is led by skilled therapists at Lakeside Center for Autism, www.lakesideautism.com.

• Session 1: Thursdays, Jan. 6 - March 10 • 4-5:30 p.m.

• Lakeside Center for Autism, 1871 NW Gilman Blvd., Suite 2, Issaquah • $1,000 • Kim, 425-657-0620, kim@lakesideautism.com

Kid's Night Out Grades K-5 The kids get a night of fun while the parents enjoy a much-needed date night or quiet time! This event is brought to you by the Issaquah Youth Advisory Board. Pre-registration required.

• Dec. 10 • 6-9 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $15/child or $25/family • Register at 425-837-3300 or www.issaquahparks.net

Looking for an early language exposure for your child?

Casa Mango offers a year round Monday-Friday Spanish immersion program for children ages 2 and up. Let’s learn Spanish while we play, craft and sing!

• Monday through Friday all year long • 9 a.m. – 12 or 1 p.m.

• 70 E. Sunset Way, Issaquah • $480/month, $360/month, $288/month • 206-604-0891

Father - Daughter Valentine Dance Girls grades 1-5 and their Dads This is the most anticipated event of the year! Come casual or come dressed to the nines! Definitely come ready to dance and have a great time.

Cookies and punch provided. Photo packages available for $12 and up. Pre-registration required. Your name will be on the roster at dance entrance.

• Saturday, Feb. 12 • 7-9:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Community Center • $20/couple • www.issaquahparks.net

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

page 13 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!

Issaquah’s Family Dentist for over 30 years

175 N.E. Gilman Blvd.

Issaquah 425.391.9200 www.rwarrendds.com

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

Issaquah Library Free (425) 392-5430

Adventure Guides Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Y-Adventure Guides is a program for fathers or other significant adult and children K-3rd grade.

Parent-child pairs join a circle with families in their neighborhoods or schools and participate in activities each month such as campouts, carnivals, Mariners games, and more!

• Throughout school year • Varies depending on events • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah (Campus of City Church) or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd., Newcastle • $90 per adult/child pair; $45 each addi tional child • Linda Toycen, 425-3914840 or emailltoycen@seattleym ca.org (Sammamish); Abbey Jaffe, 425-282-1500 or ajaffe@seattleymca.org (Coal Creek)

Watch for the Spring 2011 issue of Free Time! Recreation Guide coming March 9

How to Start a Business Adults Learn the resources that are available to you, the steps in starting a business, how to write a business plan, how to do research, etc. Free workshop sponsored by Washington Business Center and Community Capital Development, the Sammamish Chamber of Commerce and KCLS. • Tuesday, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 9.

• 2 p.m.

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

Preserving Family Photos and Heirlooms Ages 12 - Adult Learn about the basics of preservation and how they apply to your own personal artifacts. The workshop will include hands-on demonstrations and the opportunity to brainstorm solutions to your preservation challenges. Attendees will also receive a copy of “Preserving Family Heirlooms and Photographs.” Presented by Julie Hunter & Erica Maniez of the Issaquah History Museums.

• Saturday, Jan. 15 • 11a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Depot, 50 Rainier Blvd. N. • Free • info@issaquahhistory.org

Architecture and Design in Rome Ages 14-Adult Presented by Sarah Murdoch, a Rick Steves tour guide.

Unfurl the historical and architectural layers of Rome, from the days of the Roman Empire to the present, in this virtual tour through the eternal city.

Murdoch will describe the architectural marvels of the city noting how the beauty comes from a reliance on natural proportions. Murdoch will juxtapose the city of Rome with American cities, showing how Rome was constructed with people in mind. An intriguing examination of what drives development and architecture.

• Wednesday, Jan. 12 • 7 p.m.

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

Online Marketing – Advanced Adults Presented by GoGoPin, www.gogopin.com, learn how to make use of free marketing tools online to sell your items, promote your small business, or start a business online.

No experience required. Join us as we create a fully functional professional business website by just mouse clicking, dragging, and dropping. WiFi is available if you have a notebook computer, but it is not required.

• Wednesday, January 25 • 7 p.m.

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

Deck the Halls Downtown Participate in the "Best Decorated Storefront" Contest for Front Street and Gilman Village and get in the Christmas spirit!

• Voting ends December 13.

• Ballots available at par ticipating businesses.

• Free • 425-246-6239 or events@downtownis saquah.com

Ladies Night/Holiday Shopping Support Eastside Baby Corner when you shop! Enjoy two glasses of wine, free mini makeovers, appetizers and fun shopping included with a $10 donation.

• Wednesday, Dec. 8 • 7-9 p.m.

• Blakely Hall, 2550 N.E. Park Drive, Issaquah Highlands • $10 donation • Call 314-600-7561

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Wednesday, Feb. 9 7 p.m.

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

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

• Wednesdays ongoing • 1-2 p.m.

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

Give Your Computer a Second Life Adults & Teens 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 and the options of free software.

Open House Jan. 22 & Feb. 5, 10-1

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

Hopelink ESL Talk Time Adults Talk Time is a conversation practice class for all ESL levels.

Students join small groups and practice speaking English with trained group facilitators. No registration required.

• Mondays, Dec. 13 – Mar. 28 (No class Dec. 20 or 27, Jan. 17, Feb. 21) • 6:30-8:30pm • Issaquah Valley Elementary, 555 NW Holly Street • Free • Kelli Graham, 425-250-3009

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• Saturday, Sept. 18 & 25 • 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.

• $12 for members/ $14 non-members • Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • www.swedish.org

ESL Class — Intermediate Level This class helps Chinese speaking limitedEnglish speakers.

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

• Mondays ongoing • 10-noon • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way • Free • 425-392-2381

Seniors Holiday Dinner Turkey dinner with all the trimmings for seniors over 65 years old. There will also be a free raffle during the dinner for some great prizes.

• Sunday, Dec. 12 • 1 p.m.

• Lake Sammamish Elks Lodge, 765 Rainier Blvd. N., Issaquah • Free • 392-1400 for reservations

AARP Driver Safety Ages 55+ Older persons improve their driving skills. Attendance at both sessions is necessary to receive a certificate that may allow insurance discounts. Fee payable in class to AARP by

Watch for the Spring 2011 issue of Free Time!

Recreation Guide coming March 9 Sammamish Learning Center A unique learning environment that guides children towards the discovery of their world in a peaceful and nurturing way.

Catch the Fun at Red Oak 22629 SE 29th St. Sammamish, WA 98075

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

on Mall Street,

In Bellevue

Voted Best in Snoqualmie Valley 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 & 2009.

425.888.7108

650 E. North Bend Way & North Bend

near Factoria www.gymnasticseast.com

Beaver Lake Park 2526 244th Ave. SE

Black Nugget Park 1953 24th Ave. NE

Central Park 1907 Park Dr. NE

Depot Park Rainier Blvd.& Alder Place

Gibson Park Newport Way

Grand View Park 2306 NE Natalie Way

Issaquah Comm. Ctr. 301 Rainier Blvd. N.

Lake Samm. State Park 2000 NW Sammamish Rd.

Pickering Farm 1730 10th Ave.

Pine Lake Park

2615 228th Ave. SE

Preston Athletic Fields 87th Place

Sammamish Commons 801 228th Ave. SE

Squak Valley Park Iss-Hobart Rd. & SE 104th St

Veterans’ Memorial Field 140 E. Sunset Way Tibbetts Valley Park

12th Ave. NW & Maple St.

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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.

• Dec. 11, 9 a.m., Cougar Mt. double loop, 7 miles • Dec. 12, 9 a.m., Tiger Mt. Tradition Plateau, 5 miles • Dec. 19, 9:30 a.m., Cougar Mt. partial loop, 5.5 miles • Dec. 22, 9:30 a.m., Talus-East Cougar loop, 3 miles • Dec. 26, 9:30 a.m., Cougar Mt. loop, 4 miles • Dec. 31, 10 a.m., Leaders choice, dogs welcome, 3-5 miles • Go to www.issaquahalps.org

Gymnastics Ages 2-12 Gymnastics is the best all-around physical fitness opportunity for children, providing the basics of all sports and physical challenges. Classes develop happy, healthy, strong and confident children through a variety of physical activities involving bars, balance beams, trampolines and tumbling aids. Raising a child’s self confidence enables them to achieve in everything they do.

• Start any time • Monday- Saturday mornings, Monday- Thursday after school • Gymnastics East, Bellevue and downtown Issaquah locations • $51-65 month • 425-392-2621 or 425-644-8117

Issaquah Little League Ages 5-14 Registration is now open for spring league T-ball, softball and baseball. Late registration with an additional fee begins Jan. 15.

Scholarships available. Volunteers are needed for managers, coaches and umpires.

• IssaquahLittleLeague.org

Mini Leaguers Youth Sports Ages 3-6 The YMCA offers youth sports throughout the school year including basketball, T-ball, indoor and outdoor soccer, gymnastics and more!

• Sammamishymca.org or Coalcreekymca.org for details • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd, Newcastle • Cost varies based on program and membership type • Sammamish Family YMCA 425-391-4840 or email vhinds@seattleymca.org

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

Swim Lessons Ages 3-5 and 6-11 Learn to swim at the Y! Beginning to advanced level swim lessons are offered with trained instructors, up to 5 kids per class. Lessons are available year-round in the evenings and weekends.

• Sammamishymca.org or Coalcreekymca.org for dates and times • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd, Newcastle • Cost varies depending on session and days • pankenman@seattleymca.org (Sammamish) or aprice@seattleymca.org (Coal Creek)

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.

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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

Open Gym Volleyball Men & Women 16+

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

No registration required, just drop in

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Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament Grades 6-12 Annihilate your adversaries! Crush your competitors!

Obliterate your opponents! Compete for honor and prizes.

Register early, space is limited.

• Thursday, Jan. 27 • Registration and warm up: 3 p.m.; Tournament 3:30 p.m.

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

Homework Help @ the Study Zone Grades K – 12 Drop-in during scheduled Study Zone hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • Reference Staff, 425-392-5430, or www.kcls.org/studyzone/ for dates

Teen Programs 8th-12th grade Sammamish Family & Coal Creek Family YMCAs offer multiple teen programs including Y-Riders Snowboarding/Skiing, Youth and Government, Service Saturdays, Youth Ambassador Corps, Earth Service Corps, leadership programs, service programs, volunteer opportunities and more!

• School Year • Times vary by program – visit Sammamishymca.org or Coalcreekymca.org for details • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd, Newcastle • Cost varies based by program • Heidi, 425-391-4840 or hbohall@seattleymca.org (Sammamish); or Jerry 425-282-1500 or jwashington@seattleymca.org (Coal Creek)

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, Feb. 4 • 7–10 p.m.

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

Game On! Grades 6-12 Play your favorite games for the Wii, Xbox 360 and PS2.

Check out our new games! We have board games too.

• Dec. 9, April 28, March 31 • 3 - 4:30 p.m.

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

Teen Book Group Grades 6-12 What are you reading and watching? Share your thoughts on books you're reading for fun. Earn books to keep when you read and discuss them with the group.

• Dec. 16, Jan. 13, Feb. 17, Mar. 24, April 21 • 3:30 – 5 p.m.

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

Applying for College in a Recession Grades 9-12 The current economy is impacting college admissions. Can applying for financial aid hurt a student’s chances of admission? Should you apply for aid if you think you won’t qualify? Learn how colleges are changing the way they admit students, and how students must adapt to these changes. Presented by Collegewise.

• Saturday, Feb. 12 • 10 – 11 a.m.

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

Digital Discovery Zone Open Lab Grades 6-12 Stop by the Digital Discovery Zone during open lab hours to design and share multimedia projects. We have everything you need to create games, videos or animation. Use your imagination! Space is limited. The Digital Discovery Zone is ADA accessible.

• Dec. 20, 27 • 3 - 5 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • Go to kcls.org to register 7 days before the day of the lab

Read 3, Get 1 Free Grades 6-12 Read three books and write three thoughtful, original reviews. For each completed Read 3 form you return to your library, you get a free book.

Participate during library open hours.

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

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Planning for College Finding the Right Colleges for You Grades 9-12 How can students know what they’re looking for in a college? We’ll share ways to recognize what types of colleges might be good fits, discuss how to evaluate the many factors that need to be considered (size, location, majors, etc.) and share some of the insights learned from former Collegewise kids now flourishing in college. Presented by Collegewise.

• Saturday, Jan. 15 • 10 - 11 a.m.

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

College Admissions 101 Grades 9-12 What are colleges really looking for? Are grades, test scores and activities equally important? What other factors are considered during the admissions process? Does having a connection get you in? We’ll take you behind the scenes of an admissions office to show you how they

evaluate and select students. Presented by Collegewise.

• Saturday, Jan. 22 • 10 – 11 a.m.

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

How to Write Great College Essays Grades 9-12 A lot of really good kids write really bad college essays.

We’ll explain what admissions officers want (and don’t want) to read, reveal the five most overused essay topics, and teach writing techniques that will help any student write more engaging and effective college essays. Parents are strongly encouraged to attend. Presented by Collegewise.

• Saturday, Feb. 5 • 10 – 11 a.m.

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

Snoqualmie Springs School “Foundation Education”

All Day Pre-K (4 yrs. by Aug. 31), Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade 2011-2012 School Year Open House and Registration Friday, Jan. 21, 4-6pm Saturday, Jan. 22, 1-3pm contact phone email website address

Joe Drovetto, Chief Admin.

425-392-1196 snosprings@yahoo.com www.snosprings.com 25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Rd., Issaquah 98029

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Cosplay Camp @ Manga Club, Part 2 Grades 6 - 12

Manga Club Grades 6-12 Like manga and anime? Stop by Manga Club to draw, watch anime on the big screen, have a snack and more.

It’s different every time!

• March 7, April 11 • 3– 4:30 pm • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way • Free • Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Learn About Chado @ Manga Club Grades 6-12 Learn about Japan's tea culture known as Chado, the Way of Tea at Manga Club in December. Chado is a gift of hospitality that, through the medium of powdered green tea, offers sanctuary for the spirit. Transmitted since the 17th century, Chado unifies artistic, social and spiritual threads of Japanese culture to engage the body, mind and spirit.

• Monday, Dec. 13 • 3:30 – 5 p.m.

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

Cosplay Camp @ Manga Club, Part 1 Grades 6-12 Learn how to style your wig and do your makeup for Sakura-Con. No supplies needed, but bring a wig if you have one.

• Monday, Jan. 10 • 3– 4:30 p.m.

• Issaquah Library, 10 W.

Get tips on how to design and sew your cosplay costume for Sakura-Con. No supplies needed, but bring your costume plans/supplies if you have them.

• Monday, Feb. 7 • 3– 4:30 p.m.

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

Make a Photo DVD Grades 6-12 Stop by the Digital Discovery Zone to create a photo DVD with music using iDVD. Bring photos (prints or .JPGs on a flash drive/CD-R) if you wish or just 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. The Digital Discovery Zone is ADA accessible.

• Monday, December 6 • 3 - 5 p.m.

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

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