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Nikki’s Note Back to School = Back to Work.

Well, by the time you read this, my kids (and probably your kids) are back in school. What will I do with all the free time? Oh yeah, probably get my house back in order that my children so lovingly destroyed in their 80 days home... I always feel like this is the time when I will get things done that really need it (you know, like cleaning out the fridge or rearranging the furniture or organizing closets and junk drawers...), but nevertheless, a project always finds me. And I dive in and tackle in head on. This year, my distraction is leading a bible study. A good distraction to have, but a distraction nonetheless.

You may notice that this is a smaller issue, only September, instead of September/October. No worries, we will be back to our two month issues next month beginning with October/November! I feel like I should add a follow up to my last note... I was in shock that my two older girls were choosing to share a room and they were on about day 10 of sleeping in the same room when I last wrote. Well, I am completely shocked and utterly surprised to update you and tell you that they are STILL in the same room! Who are these children? They have changed so much over this summer, it is crazy. They really do grow like weeds! I hope you all had a great summer, full of adventure as well as lazy days. You may not have gotten to everything on your Summer Bucket List, but I hope you can look back and enjoy what you did do! And get to work on that Fall bucket list.... it’s coming up fast!

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Cover Cutie This adorable sweet girly on the cover is Sawyer Goodrich of Wenatchee. Her parents are Ty and Tye Goodrich. Sawyer will be celebrating her first birthday in September and will become a big sister come January! Here, she is pictured with her big brother, Jude Photo Credit: Shay Elliot (Auntie to Sawyer and Jude)

September 2016

tuning up your friendships

by Nikki Cox

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We have all heard the saying, “If mama ain’t happy, then ain’t nobody happy.” There have actually been studies shown that this is true for the most part. Arizona State University reports that in addition to a strong relationship with their partners, their friendships with other women played an important role in a mom’s well-being. Did you know that September is International Women’s Friendship Month? No better time than now to start strengthening and rekindling those friendships! Especially with school back in session and getting back to a normal routine. Friendship, especially for moms, is so important. After you have a child, your life seems to revolve around this little one, their nap schedule, bath times, feedings, snacks, meals, diaper changes, etc. And nurturing the friendships you already have, let alone making new friends, can seem like more of a challenge now than ever. And no matter how frequently you check your Facebook feed, social media is no substitute for spending time together in person. Getting together with other moms, whether it be one or a large group, can seem like a luxury. But really, it’s a necessity. Just like regular dates with your spouse are important, so are regular, scheduled dates with friends. It needs to be a priority. To help you find things to do together and ways to change it up (anyone else tired of ½ price appetizer dates at Applebees?), I have complied a short list of ideas to spark your interest and encourage you to get out there and enjoy some girl time. All you need to do now is pick a date, put it on the calendar and schedule around it. Make it a priority; don’t let life get in the way!

September 2016

The Classics

Go to dinner, happy hour, go see a movie, do some wine tasting, see a concert, attend a play, do some shopping in Leavenworth, get a mani/pedi. The classics are great. And honestly, dinner with a friend doesn’t have to be fancy; I’d be happy to sit at Arby’s with good company! And if y’all need to wait until the kids are in bed before you can meet (you know, to help out those hubby’s…), go for some dessert! Who says you need a full on meal to make it worthwhile? The conversation is what you’re really after.

Take a Class

Take a pottery class or a glass fusion class at Inspirations. Schedule a night at Class with a Glass and do some painting while indulging in a good drink. Check out the classes offered at Craft Warehouse and Hobby Lobby. Call a bakery and ask if they will host a cookie or cake decorating tutorial for your group (most of them will!), learn a new dance… (the weekly events section has a heads up on some venues/days)

Be Artsy

Host a Pinterest party, where you two or three crafts set out and rotate through them. Have a card making party; it’s never too early get started on Christmas cards! Put together frozen meals and spend your time chopping veggie, cooking meat and measuring ingredients. Have a project party where everyone can bring a project they started and finish it while enjoying good company! Make some jewelry, seasonal crafts, scrapbook… etc. Even if you aren’t crafty, it will surely turn out to be a memorable night with some good pictures to boot!

Get Moving!

Go for a hike, ride bikes around the loop (you can rent bikes from Arlberg if you don’t have one!), try paddle boarding or kayaking. Go ice skating or bowling. Take a groups fitness class…. Spinning, Zumba, hot yoga, jazzercise… gyms will often have a ‘drop-in’ rate for these classes.

Volunteer

Put your organization skills to use and offer to organize a food bank, put together food baskets through packing friendships or just on your own. Serve dinner at the Lighthouse Mission or cook a meal for the Grace House. Have a packing party for Operation Christmas Child or Hope Mommies. Walk the dogs at the shelter. Bring

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sandwiches or socks to the homeless. Hold signs on the street corner for a politician you are supporting. Go for a walk in the park while picking up garbage. Go to a nursing home and talk with the residents. Play card games if they are able or color pictures with them. Flower-bomb a parking lot with friends (buy flowers and stick one on every car in the parking lot with a simple note that says ‘smile’ or ‘have a great day’. Endless ideas on how you can serve together!

Game Night

Board games, card games, bunco, bocce ball, poker (who says it’s only for the men?!?). Host a trivia night (or find one happening in town! Saddlerock Brewery or upper Eastside Coffee are two places I know of off the top of my head that host regular trivia nights. Play left center right or have a scavenger hunt.

A Night In

Rent a Redbox movie or have a Netflix binge session. Have a themed dinner night, potluck style, where everyone brings something that goes along with the theme. Have a wine tasting in your own home; everyone brings a bottle of wine and you do a blind taste testing to determine your favorites without knowing the brands or prices beforehand. Host a Favorite Things party, where each woman brings four of the same item ($6 or less limit). Then you write your name down on four pieces of paper. All the names go in the hat and everyone picks out four names and ends up leaving the party with four new ‘gifts’. A great way to get to know people and try guessing who brought what and not only that, but you also leave with some pretty fabulous new items! What costs $6 or less, you ask? You could choose a favorite lip gloss, nail polish, gift card to fro-yo or coffee, candy, favorite kitchen tool, etc.

A date with the babes

If going out without your kiddos is not quite an option for you yet, there are still some options. Got babies? Go for a walk during nap time and let them sleep away in their strollers while you get some girl time in. Or go for a drive while they sleep in the car. Go through the drive-thru and grab some coffee or some lunch and enjoy the drive with some good company. Got toddlers? Enroll them in a gymnastics class with a friends’ kid and you get to gab for 45 minutes while they are in class. Go to an open gym, or a kaleidoscope play and learn group, or indoor playground (coming November!). Or you can drop your kiddos off at Teams Learning Center for a few hours (only $20 for three hours!) and go enjoy a mani/pedi date.**

Ways to Simplify Family Dinner

Many parents find themselves so busy with work, school, extracurricular activities, and errands that cooking weeknight meals seems impossible. In reality, eating at home can be faster, easier, and more affordable, even on those busy school nights. Try these tips for quick and easy meal planning. Make Two - If you are making one casserole, why not make two? One can be eaten now, and the other can be frozen and saved for dinner another night.

Stock the Freezer - Fill your freezer with both pre made and homemade items to have on hand for a busy week. Use the Slow Cooker - Toss some things together in the morning and come home to a hot meal after a long day. Buy Pre Made Ingredients - Pre cut vegetables, cooked rotisserie chicken, and ready to grill marinated meat are perfect for the busy family. Leftover NIght - Designate one night a week to eat whatever is in the fridge and save time and money Stock the Pantry - Have meals on hand you can turn to in a bind, such as spaghetti, bean burritos, or quesadillas

Double Duty - Use extra ingredients to make two meals. For example - Leftover taco meat could become enchiladas, nachos, or chili. Grilled chicken breast could be used for a salad, soup, or a casserole. Theme nights - Monday - Pasta, Tuesday - Tacos, Wednesday - Stir Fry…. and to make it even easier, repeat every week to streamline your grocery list, steady your grocery budget, and simplify meal planning. Love Eating Out? - Add a “Night Out” to your meal plan once in awhile to treat yourself and your family.

Make it Fun - Get the kids involved in meal planning, food prep, and most importantly, enjoy mealtime together. Bio: Sarah Lyons is a busy mom of six children who uses meal planning every week to make sure there is time for dinner with her family.

September 2016

The Wall’s Interview: When I was little, I dreamed about being: Mom: Supreme Court Judge Dad: Owning my own construction company. Now that we have kids….: Mom: My life seems hectic all the time. Dad: its about creating memorable moments for the kids. My kid’s surprise me because they: Mom: Are very smart at such a young age. Dad: are so thoughtful of others. Our favorite family activity is: Mom: Family Fun Night. Dad: FFN is when we play games, eat snacks and watch a movie all together. Mom (Bridgett) is the best at: Mom: Keeping thing organized and on a schedule. Dad: Prioritizing. Dad (Bric) is the best at: Mom: Always taking care of the family before anything. Dad: being easy going. The Wall Family is a fabulous family ! With four kids, Bric and Bridget have both their hands and their hearts full. Bridgett grew up in Conneticut and Bric grew up in Mansfeild. They met while Bric was on a project for work in the small town of Skykomish. At the time, Bridgett was a single mom with two kiddos and worked two jobs. They moved to Wenatchee in 2010 where it was closer to Bric’s work. Bric is a Foreman for Burlington Northern Santa Fe Rail Road. Bridgett is a small business owner; personal stylist of the most amazing little girls and women’s clothing, Matilda Jane Clothing. Chandler is the oldest son at age 15. He is very shy and very helpful with his siblings. Tristien is the youngest boy at age 9. He is very outgoing and loves to tell jokes. BricLynn is the oldest daughter, she loves to wear her pretty dresses and loves animals of all kinds, even bugs. Brynlee is the newest addition at seven months. She lights up every time she sees any of her siblings!

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When the kids are all grown, we are going to: Mom: Buy a tiny house out in nowhere and just visit the kids and grandkids at there house. Dad: travel and spend the time with the wife. Something that might surprise you about me is: Mom: I was a Licensed Pharmacy Technician for 10 years. Dad: I don’t have a Facebook account.

What I love about our family is: Mom: The uniqueness of each child of ours, personality. Dad: that we can work through challenging times together. If I was stranded on an island with one book and one meal, they would be: Mom: My old time child favorite book, Bunnicula and my meal would be Homemade stir fry. Dad: Any Louis L’amour book and my meal would be stuffed crust pizza from Pizza Hut.

What has been your biggest challenge/obstacle to overcome? Mom: My biggest challenge is being outgoing and social with new people. Dad: Coming to realize that my Dad isn’t a phone call away and he will not be walking through that door to ever meet his only Granddaughters. What’s been your biggest success? Mom: My biggest success is each one of my Four kiddos. Dad: Making it to Foreman so early in my Career at BNSF.

What would you do with the money if you won the lottery? Mom: Each of my kiddos would have the opportunity to choose any College they desire, with no limits. Dad: I would take care of my family and extended family and then randomly”pay it forward.” Where do you most want to travel, but have never been? Mom: I would love to travel Route 66 in a vehicle. Dad: Rome

What is your social media of choice? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc) Mom: I wasn’t raised in the technotime. Pagers were awesome in my years. I have only been able to grasp Facebook. Dad: I still have my High School email account. How do you take your coffee? Mom: Hot, Black Dad: Iced, Americano, 5 shot, sometimes a little cream, and sometimes a little flavor.

What’s left on your bucket list? Mom: I would love to go see a taping of Jerry Springer Show. Dad: I want to go see a live taping of Jimmy Fallon Show. Would you rather camp in an RV or stay in a tent? Mom: The whole experience is in the tent, with rocks in your back and a damp ground. Dad: RV, last time I stayed in a tent there was a snake under it.

If you could go back in time, what year would you travel to? Mom: 1999 – Senior year Dad: 2002 – The last year of carefree living.

What apps do you use the most? Mom: Safeway Dad: Gas Buddy Favorite family hangout in the Valley: Mom: We love the trails. Dad: Movies What does your perfect day look like? Mom: My perfect day…waking up to a blank to do list. Dad: Waking up to no “Honey to do list”, on the weekend. What one thing would you change if you had to do it over? Mom: I would have enjoyed High School more and appreciated it. Dad: I would have not given my parents so much grief. What is the best advice you have received regarding parenting? Mom: Not all kids are the same, so don’t compare. Dad: Take it day by day.

Our go-to place to eat in the Valley: Mom: McGlinns. Dad: Kids = Red Robins no kids= Fire at Pybus Our favorite thing about living here: Mom: The many activities there are for the kids. Dad: In the middle of everything, Seattle, Spokane, Tri-cites. My favorite thing about Bric is: Mom: His willing to take on the Challenge of family life. My favorite thing about Bridgett is: Dad: Independent and willing to take things on.

September 2016

Questions to Pump Your Kids Up for School

by Lara Krupicka

A new school year. It seems you either you dread it or embrace it. For those who embrace it, a new school year is ripe with possibility and opportunities for growth and exploration. A new grade with new friends to make, new topics to learn about, new abilities to test. But not everyone jumps up and down for back to school time. Rather than bemoaning the start of school as if it equals the end of fun, why not poise your child for success by helping them frame it in a positive light. Encourage them to look forward to achieving goals they set for themselves both in and out of the classroom. And donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t leave all the anticipation to the kids. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also a great time of year to set your own goals.

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Ways to Use a School Year Goals List with Your Family

For Kids:

-What I’m most looking forward to being in my new grade at school... -On the playground I want to... -This school year I want to join... -In gym class my goal is to... -At lunch this year I hope to... -When it comes to homework, a new thing I want to try... -This year at school I want to become known for... -The person I would like to get to know better ... -Before I finish this grade, I would like to be able to ...

For Tweens and Teens:

-What will be great about being a [grade/ year in school] is... -A school activity I would like to experience for the first time this year (picnic/social, dance, game, performance, etc.)... -I think I’m ready to take the role of... -I would like to hang out more with... -At lunch this year I hope to... -This year at school I want to become known for... -The club/team I plan to check out or try out for... -When it comes to schoolwork, I’d like to try... -Over winter or spring break it would be great to... -Before this school year ends my goal is to... ...continued on next page

School year goals make great conversation topics. As the year goes on, check in about how your child is progressing toward goals. “How’s it going on the playground? Have you made it across the monkey bars yet like you hoped to?” Talk about goals in the car or over dinner. • Look at your child’s list when signing up for park district or YMCA programs or other lessons. Has he expressed a desire to try something new or is it time to register for oneon-one training to improve certain skills? • Let her teacher know what she’s looking forward to about school this year and bring the teacher on board in helping her reach any academic goals she has set. • Sneak a note into your child’s lunch encouraging him to step out in fulfilling a goal. • Use report card time as an opportunity to celebrate goals successes and refocus energy for those not yet fulfilled. September 2016

For Parents:

-Goals for your child -My hopes for my child this school year include... -The person I would like to see my child interact with outside of school - for the first time, or more often... -The practical life skill (setting the table, taking a phone message, making a grocery list, etc.) I would like to work on teaching my child this year... -By the end of the school year I would like my child to...

Goals for yourself:

-To learn more this year, the book I plan to read or course I want to take... -A child, other than my own, I could consider becoming a mentor or role model to... -Another parent, co-worker, or neighbor I would like to work on building a closer friendship with in the coming months... -When it comes to volunteering, this school year I would like to...

For Families:

-On a weekend we would like to try... -A family we would like to invite to hang out with us... -At least once a week/once a month our goal is to... -Together we want to learn... Writing a school year goals list not only builds hopes for what will come in the school year, it also creates a sense of purpose and encourages kids to push themselves to reach their targets. Plus talking through these prompts with your child allows you to learn what’s important to them, what concerns them, and who they see themselves becoming. It’s a chance for growing closer and an opportunity for you to show your support. Given a list of September-to-June goals, when the school year ends you’ll have more to celebrate than the grades on their report card!**

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Ways to Remember the Goals You’ve Set • Post them on the refrigerator or family bulletin board. • Write them in the back of an assignment notebook or planner. • Use a goal-tracking app such as Nozbe or GoalsOnTrack. • Set a reminder on your smart phone to pop up regularly (weekly, monthly) to check on goals.

Fall Sports and Activities are here! The following sports/clubs/classes are still open for registration. Others have already closed (i.e.; Soccer). A great resource for all things sports in the Valley is www. wenatcheevalleysports.com If you are looking for just the right sport for your kiddos, this is a great place to start! For now, here are some of the amazing things your kids can get involved with this Fall! Football

Central Cascades Pop Warner www.eteamz.com For ages 5-12 Flag Football Wenatcheefootball.org For ages 7-8, Sept. 7-Oct. 30 NCW Youth Football Ncwyouthfootball.com Practice begins Aug. 24th For ages 8-12. Teams in Cashmere, Wenatchee, and East Wenatchee

Hockey

www.wenatcheehockey.com/yltp 667-7847 or 888-7825. Offered at the Town Toyota Center and ran by the coaches of the Wenatchee Wild

Volleyball

North Central Washington Volleyball Club Ncwvb.com Club volleyball tryout begin in November. For ages 12-18

Roller Derby

Junior Roller Derby Applecityrollerderby.com or mann.lerin@gmail.com For ages 6-18

Gymnastics

SPORT Gymnastics www.sportgymnastics.com 667-1538, varying classes for ages 2-13 Apply Valley Gymnastics www.applevalleygym.com - 662-8233 Varying classes for ages 2-18

Dance

Next Step Dance Studio Nextstepdance08.com 662-8987 Fabulous Feet Dance Studio Fabulousfeetdancestudio.com 662-1971

Cheerleading

Dance Creation Dancecreationsstudio.com 888-8985

Ice Skating

Adrienneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dance Academy (Cashmere & East Wenatchee Studios) 264-4999 Adriennesdance.com

Central Cascades Pop Warner www.eteamz.com For ages 5-15 Junior Academy, Learn to Skate Towntoyotacenter.com Session one runs from September 17-November 5 Wenatchee Figure Skating Club www.wenatcheefsc.org 667-7847

Basketball

Eastmont Parks/Rec Youth League Eastmontparks.com - 884-8015 Leagues for Grades 1-6 boys or 3-6 for girls Eastmont Youth Girls Basketball Eastmontyouthgirlsbasketball.com 1st-2nd grade girls only. 679-3840 Elite Hoop Effects Elitehoopeffects.com - 387-1842 Training, clinics & club teams for boys & girls. Wenatchee Parks & Rec. 3rd-4th graders. The program run through mid December. www.wenatcheewa.gov or 888-3284.

Wenatchee Irish Dance Wenatcheeirishdance.com 630-3709 Fabulous Feet Academy of Ballet Fabulousfeetdancestudio.com/academyof-ballet 662-1971 Dance Revelations (Quincy) www.dancerevelations.com 398-2895 Edelweiss Dance Academie (Leavenworth) Home.nwi.net/~baballetnut/ 548-0191

Swimming Lessons

Velocity Swimming Velocity-swimming.com

Bowling

Eastmont Lanes Junior Bowling League Eastmontlanes.com 884-3593

Cheerleading

Central Cascades Pop Warner www.eteamz.com

Art

Artis (Leavenworth) Artisforall.org 548-2278 Offers tons of art classes for ages 2+! Inspirations Ceramics & Art CafĂŠ Inspirationsceramics.com Drop in art studio with occasional classes and camps. Art Techniques Thursdays, October 6-27, 5:30pm-7:00pm Eastmont Parks and Recreation Meeting Room. For kids ages 8-14 years, $65, Register by September 23. Register online at eastmontparks.com

Music

Fruit Tones: Music Together Fruittonesstudio.com See ad on page 33 Columbia River Music Conservatory Columbiarivermc.com 664-0412 Avalon Music Avalonmusic.net Find local musicians that offer lessons of all sorts of instruments from piano, drums, guitar to Banjo, Harmonica, Fiddle and more!

Theater

Stage Kids WA Stagekidswa.org Join the cast of Elf Jr., the Winter show!

Special Olympics Bowling team, Fitness & strength training exercise nights, and a community connection program. Contact the Wenatchee Parks & Rec office for more info! 888-3283

YMCA Wenymca.org 662-2109

Karate

KI Fighting Concepts Kifightingconcepts.com 662-7983 Wenatchee School of Karate Wenatcheekarate.com 663-6389

September 2016

We love the Mile High Mud Pie at Bobs Classic!!

DYour ay by Day Calendar Guide to FUN in the Wenatchee Valley Note from Nikki: We are ultimately a calendar of events for kid and family activities. However, you will notice that on occasion, I will throw an adult only event in as well. Sometimes (or rather, a LOT of times!), parents need a date night, moms need a girls night out, or there may be a fundraiser benefiting youth that I feel us adults should support. While it is not an inclusive calendar with ALL events happening in the Valley for adults (there are other great publications for that!), there will be a few every so often. Also, don’t miss the weekly events in a separate box on page 44! We have them placed there so that they don’t jam up the entire calendar, hiding other new events. We hope this makes your planning a little easier as you can go through and highlight, for yourself, the events you want to attend this Fall Happy Planning!

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 31 We asked our readers where their favorite ice cream stop is... their answers can be found in the kid pics!

We love the banana splits at Shari’s! Actually...there is no ice cream that we don’t like!

Enjoying ice cream after a long hot summer day. Favorite place is a tie between Blue spoon and Ice at Pybus.

Meet Your Neighborhood Mammals 10:00am-11:00am at Cashmere Library Join us for a special storytime and craft with Susan Ballinger of the ChelanDouglas Land Trust! Susan will teach us about local wildfire, and is even bringing real photos, skulls, horns, scat, and animal tracks for hands-on fun! Blood Drive 10:00am-3:00pm at Pybus Market Be a part of a lifesaving journey. American Red Cross Blood drive will be in the events room. To register to donate blood or for more infromation, contact www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-733-2767.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 Super Swap Meet and Fabulous Fleas 8:00am-5:00pm at hot Rod Cafe in Monitor. Grand opening of new swap meet for locals to buy and sell locally produced crafts, produce, clothing car parts, pony rides, food and drink, furniture and just about anything! Home Depot Kids Workshop 9:00am-Noon at Home Depot. Free hands-on workshop, designed for children ages 5-12. Craft for this week is a back to school whiteboard. All kids keep their craft, receive a Free certificate, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Registering online: Workshops. homedepot.com

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Ride the Miniature Train 10:00am-2:00pm at Wenatchee Riverfront Park/Railway, 155 N Worthen Street. All Rides are $1. For more information or questions, please call Scott at 662-8502 or Dave at 663-2900.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 Newspaper Carrier Day How can you show appreciation for your carrier today? Home and Garden Tour: Leavenworth Noon-5:00pm in Leavenworth This annual event will feature an exciting and unique assortment of historic homes and gardens within the Leavenworth Area. All proceeds from this event will go towards upgrading Cascade Medical’s current Endoscopy Suite. For more information, call (509) 548-2523 or visit cascademedicalfoundation.org/Homeand-Garden-Tour

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 Labor Day is observed. No School! Enjoy your day off! Why are there no events planned for this day?!?!.... Hope you’re camping or doing something fun! A great day to spend exploring a new hiking trail or a new-to-you park!

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6 National Read A Book Day What a great excuse to cozy up and read away!

Infant CPR 5:30pm-7:30pm at Central Washington Hospital, 1201 S Miller St. Classrooms 1 & 2. The American Heart Association CPR for family and friends course is a non-credentialed entry level CPR course. This course includes infant CPR and choking management. For new parents and families. $7. For more information, contact Joanna Evans 665-6140, joan.slack@ confluencehealth.org

Price varies on your piece choice; you choose whichever piece you want to paint at the class. $5 deposit to reserve your chair is required. For more info or to sign up, visit inspirationsceramics.com

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

CASA Community Open House 6:00pm-7:30pm at 327 North Wenatchee. The community is invited to attend the Chelan-Douglas CASA Program’s annual open house. Learn how you can become an advocate for an abused and neglected child. We will also share information about ATEEM, our mentoring program for foster youth. We hope to see all make it to this event.

Chelan County Fair 9am-11pm at Fairgrounds in Cashmere. Carnival is open at 2pm. Louie Foxx (Magic/Comedy), Jest in Time Circus Act, One Man Band, and Predators are included in the entertainment Line-up today! Admission to the fair: Adults, $10, students/seniors are $8 and under 6 are free. Family price available for $30. Season Tickets are also available. Armband for Carnival: $25. For more information, detailed schedules and to purchase tickets in advance, visit chelancountyfair.com Seahawks Spirit - Potter Painting 5:00pm-7:00pm at Inspirations Ceramic & Art Cafe Learn colorful techniques that express your 12th Man spirit! We will teach you how to paint the Seahawks logo and many other designs. You’ll have personal Seahawk artwork to have on display every game day, blue Friday, football season or all year round!

Beginners/Open Paddle Group 5:30pm at Linden Tree Park in Wenatchee. Meet at the dock. For more information, email ymd13@ yahoo.com

Teen Book Club 6:00pm-7:00pm at Wenatchee Library Join us to read and talk about some awesome books! Pick up a copy of this months’ book at the Front Desk.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 Chelan County Fair 9am-11pm at Fairgrounds in Cashmere. Carnival is open at 2pm. Louie Foxx (Magic/Comedy), Jest in Time Circus Act, One Man Band, All Jacked Up Band, Predators, Larry G. Jones Impersonator and the Rodeo are included in the entertainment

Line-up today! Admission to the fair: Adults, $10, students/seniors are $8 and under 6 are free. Family price available for $30. Season Tickets are also available. Armband for Carnival: $25. For more information, detailed schedules and to purchase tickets in advance, visit chelancountyfair.com

NCW Quilt Guild’s Harvest of Quilts 10:00am-6:00pm at Town Toyota Center. $5 at the Door.. Creative and Diverse quilts and handmade items by guild members. Merchant Mall, Beaded Art Display, Comfort Quilt Display, Artisan Consignment Shop, Quilters’ Boutique, Live demonstrations, silent auction. Raffle tickets for quilt will be drawn Saturday afternoon. Fiestas Mexicanas 2016 4:00pm-9:00pm at Lincoln Park in Wenatchee. Admission is Free! Live music, collage fair, authentic Mexican food and games. Friday night entertainment includes Danzas Multiculturales, Mariachi Estrella De Mexico, Alex Alvarado, and Rogelio Martinez. This event continues on Saturday from 2pm-9pm!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 Super Swap Meet & Fabulous Fleas 8:00am-5:00pm at hot Rod Cafe in Monitor. Grand opening of new swap meet for locals to buy and sell locally produced crafts, produce, clothing car parts, pony rides, food and drink, furniture and just about anything!

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Weekly Events by Day

EVRERY MONDAY

Preschool Storytime

10:30am-11:00am at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. A half hour of stories, songs and rhymes.

Mother-Baby Support Group

1:00pm-2:30pm at Wenatchee Public Library, 310 Douglas St. Confluence Health-Central Washington Hospital is happy to offer weekly meetings for mothers. We welcome any mom to come and find support for all the ups and downs that come with having a new baby! Snack are provided. Group is facilitated by the Mother-Baby Unit Lactation Staff. Please bring only infants under one year of age with you. More info, contact Carrie Bews at carrie.bews@confluencehealth. org or call 509-662-1511. You can also look up and join the Facebook group, ‘Wenatchee Mother-Baby Support group’ to connect with moms outside of the group.

After School Program

2:30pm-4:30pm at the Wenatchee YMCA Have your kids enjoy a healthy snack, get homework help, and get physical activity! $13 for non-members, $8 for members, punch cards available. For more info, visit wenymca.org or call 662-2109

Bilingual Storytime

6:00pm at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. A Family Story Time in English and Spanish

BSF (Bible Study Fellowship)

6:45pm at Saddlerock Pres. Church BSF is a free, non-denominational, international bible study for women. This year’s study is on the Book of John. Begins September 12 and runs through May. Children’s program as

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well for first graders through high school! To learn more about BSF, go to bsfinternational.org

EVERY TUESDAY

Play Gym

10:00am-11:30pm at SPORT Gymnastics. Unstructured play time for you and your child. It includes gymnastics equipment, balls, hoops, mats, tunnels and more! Cost is $6 per child or $10 per family.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am-11:00am at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. A half hour of stories, songs and rhymes.

Ready to Read Storytime

10:30am at East Wenatchee Library, 271 9th St. NE Preschool storytime for kids and families. Enjoy stories, early literacy skills, songs, poems and action rhymes.

Leavenworth Baby Storytime

11:30am at Leavenworth Library, 700 Highway 2. For children 0-3 years old

Leavenworth Preschool Storytime

1:30pm at Leavenworth Library, 700 Highway 2. For children 3+

After School Program

2:30pm-4:30pm at the Wenatchee YMCA. Have your kids enjoy a healthy snack, get homework help, and get physical activity! $13 for nonmembers, $8 for members, punch cards available. For more info: wenymca.org or call 662-2109

ATLAS (At the Library After School)

3:30pm-4:30pm at Wenatchee Public Library. Fun Literacy-based activities for school aged kids (K-5th) every

week. Pick up a bookmark with each month’s activities from the children’s desk or call the library today’s activity!

Pajama Story Time

7:00pm at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. Wear your pajamas to this all age storytime!

EVERY WEDNESDAY

Play Gym

10:00am-11:30pm at SPORT Gymnastics. Unstructured play time for you and your child. It includes gymnastics equipment, balls, hoops, mats, tunnels and more! Cost is $6 per child or $10 per family.

Story Time

10:00am at Entiat Library, 14138 Kinzel St. For all babies, toddlers and preschool aged kiddos. Join us for fun, books, games, songs and crafts!

Storytime and Craft

10:00am at Cashmere Library, 300 Woodring. For kids of all ages

Preschool Storytime

10:30am-11:00am at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. A half hour of stories, songs and rhymes.

After School Program

2:30pm-4:30pm at the Wenatchee YMCA . Have your kids enjoy a healthy snack, get homework help, and get physical activity! $13 for non-members, $8 for members, punch cards available. For more info, visit wenymca.org or call 662-2109

Evening Farmers Market

3:30-Dusk at Pybus Market This Open Air Market runs JuneSeptember. Whether you are looking

for fresh ingredients, a grab-and-go meal, or a gift for someone special – we’ve got you covered. And we do our best to keep our market accessible to all by accepting a variety of Payment Options.

Storytime and Craft

10:00am at Cashmere Library Stories for K-4th grade

Bilingual Storytime

4:00pm at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. A Family Story Time in English and Spanish

Beginners/Open Paddle Group

5:30pm at Linden Tree Park in Wenatchee. Meet at the dock. For more info, email ymd13@yahoo.com

EVERY THURSDAY

BSF (Bible Study Fellowship)

9:00am-11:00am at Wenatchee Free Methodist Church. BSF is a free, non-denominational, international bible study for women. This year’s study is on the Book of John. Begins September 12 and runs through May. Childcare is provided for infants and toddlers. To learn more about BSF, go to bsfinternational.org

Play Gym

10:00am-11:30pm at SPORT Gymnastics. Unstructured play time for you and your child. It includes gymnastics equipment, balls, hoops, mats, tunnels and more! Cost is $6 per child or $10 per family.

After School Program

Leavenworth Farmers Market 4:00pm-8:00pm at Lions Club Park, 696 US-2 in Leavenworth

Farmer’s Market runs through October 20, includes vendors, food, crafters, nonprofits, kids booth, and live music. For more information, visit leavenworthfarmersmarket.org

Dance Enthusiasts

7pm-8:30pm at Pybus Market. Free to join in! This is a local dance enthusiast group. There will be a beginner dance lesson at the top of the hour followed by carefree social dancing. Dance styles will be 1940s swing with a bit of salsa, blues, waltz or tango thrown in. For more information, call 888-390 or visit facebook.com/2leftfeetdancing

EVERY FRIDAY

Play Gym

10:00am-11:30pm at SPORT Gymnastics Unstructured play time for you and your child. It includes gymnastics equipment, balls, hoops, mats, tunnels and more! Cost is $6 per child or $10 per family.

Baby/Toddler Story Time

10:00am at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. Short stories and songs followed by free play with toys and music

This Open Air Market runs MayOctober. Whether you are looking for fresh ingredients, a grab-and-go meal, or a gift for someone special – we’ve got you covered. And we do our best to keep our market accessible to all by accepting a variety of Payment Options.

Play Gym

10:00am-11:00pm OR 11:15am12:15am at SPORT Gymnastics Unstructured play time for you and your child. It includes gymnastics equipment, balls, hoops, mats, tunnels and more! Cost is $6 per child or $10 per family.

Baby/Toddler Story Time

10:00am at Wenatchee Library, 310 Douglas St. Short stories, songs anf free play with toys and music

EVERY SUNDAY

Kids Crafts

1pm-3pm at Craft Warehouse. Monthly class calendars come out at the beginning of each month. Cost typically ranges from $1-$5 per craft. Be sure to stop by the store and pick up the most recent month’s list! Or view it online at craftwarehouse.com

After School Program

Live Music

7:00pm-9:00pm at Pybus Market Grab a date (your spouse, perhaps?), or some girlfriends and enjoy a night out with some great music! Visit pybuspublicmarket.org for details, including the weekly line-up.

EVERY SATURDAY

Farmer’s Market

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8:00am-1:00pm at Pybus Market

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Farmer Consumer Awareness Day All Day event at Quincy High School Festival Grounds. Too much fun to list! There will be fabulous food, great entertainment, local tours, car show/tractor pull, produce sale, petting zoo & kids games (opens at 11am), chef extravaganza, Balloon Launch (6:30am) Parade (10:00am), Lions Club Breakfast (7-10am), Fun Run (8am), Fireworks (dark). For a complete line-up and schedule of all the fun, visit quincyfarmerconsumer. com/schedule Chelan County Fair 9am-11pm at Fairgrounds in Cashmere. Carnival is open at 2pm. Louie Foxx (Magic/Comedy), Jest in Time Circus Act, One Man Band, All Jacked Up Band, Science Guy, Predators, Larry G. Jones Impersonator and the Rodeo are included in the entertainment Lineup today! Admission to the fair: Adults, $10, students/seniors are $8 and under 6 are free. Family price available for $30. Season Tickets are also available. Armband for Carnival: $25. For more information, detailed schedules and to purchase tickets in advance, visit chelancountyfair.com 2016 Sustainable Living and Farming Tour A two-day event, beginning at 9:00am today through 4:00pm tomorrow, at the Barn at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division St in Leavenworth. This year’s Tour is an amazing opportunity for anyone interested in leading a simpler, more sustainable life to glean information and inspiration from those already practicing sustainable techniques. Saturday boasts workshops,self guided site tours or a guided mini- bus tour, demonstrations, a casual outdoor evening concert or “Sip n Paint” class, while Sunday is a day to get out and explore the area on your selfguided tour and on-site workshops. Saturday workshops include food fermentation, raising backyard chickens, being your own trainor, farm to school and food waste, seeking sustainability, harvesting

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honey and much more! Cost is $20, presale, $25 day of tours, and ages 15 and under are free with a paid adult. For more information or to register, visit wenatcheeriverinstitue.org

NCW Quilt Guild’s Harvest of Quilts 10:00am-5:00pm at Town Toyota Center. $5 at the Door.. Creative and Diverse quilts and handmade items by guild members. Merchant Mall, Beaded Art Display, Comfort Quilt Display, Artisan Consignment Shop, Quilters’ Boutique, Live demonstrations, silent auction. Raffle for quilt will be drawn Saturday afternoon. Fiestas Mexicanas 2016 2:00pm-9:00pm at Lincoln Park in Wenatchee. Admission is Free! Live music, collage fair, authentic Mexican food and games. Saturday entertainment includes WHS Appleettes, Esfuerzo De Tierra Caliente, Mariachi Huencachi, Desmadre Musical, Faraones USA, Banda La Troyana. Racing at WVSO 5:00pm-10:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Super Oval. Cars include: Northwest Super Late Model Series Neal Newberry 125-Dick’s Heating & Air Conditioning Thunder Cars-WESCO Sprint Cars. For more information, visit wvso.com Holly Blue and Friends Saturday Music on the Lawn 6:00pm-8:00pm at the Barn at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division St in Leavenworth. Enjoy the vibrant and soul inspiring sounds of the ever amazing Holly Blue and Friends as you find the perfect seat on the lawn or dance your way into the summer evening! Grab a blanket or a chair, a special someone, or even the kids and help celebrate the last days of summer. This concert is free and open to the public. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner or dessert, just please no alcohol. Wenatcheeriverinstitute. org for more information.

Artis Sip and Paint 6:30pm-8:00pm at The Barn at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division St. in Leavenworth. A relaxing and fun night to learn to paint step by step alongside your friends! Class includes all materials to create your masterpiece and step by step instruction. We will provide aprons, but it is a great idea to also wear clothing that is ok to get paint on. Beverages available for purchase. Light fare provided. For ages 16 and older. Cost is $30. Wenatcheeriverinstitute.org for more

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 National Grandparents Day! Make them a card, give them a hug, tell them “I love you”, bring them flowers.... Do something nice for your grandparents today to let them know they are special! Chelan County Fair 9am-11pm at Fairgrounds in Cashmere. Carnival is open at 2pm. Louie Foxx (Magic/Comedy), Jest in Time Circus Act, One Man Band, All Jacked Up Band, Eden Moody (Singer), Weiner Dog Race (Dachshund Dash), Lawn Mower Races, Science Guy, Predators, Larry G. Jones Impersonator and the Rodeo are included in the entertainment Line-up today! Admission to the fair: Adults, $10, students/seniors are $8 and under 6 are free. Family price available for $30. Season Tickets are also available. Armband for Carnival: $25. For more information, detailed schedules and to purchase tickets in advance, visit chelancountyfair.com Elder Speak: Connecting Generations 2pm-4pm at Canyon Wren at Icicle Center for the Arts, 7409 Icicle Road in Leavenworth. The Ripple Foundation presents Elder Speak, a conversation connecting generations. This is an opportunity to honor, share and reflect on the experiences of our Grandmothers and Grandfathers. Come prepared with questions for which you have always longed for an

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answer or understanding. And bring your own experiences, because every generation’s experience contains immeasurable value. For more info, email info@theripplefoundation.com or visit theripplefoundation.com

Sustainable Living & Farming Tour A two-day event, beginning at 9:00am today through 4:00pm tomorrow, at the Barn at Barn Beach Reserve, 347 Division St in Leavenworth. This year’s Tour is an amazing opportunity for anyone interested in leading a simpler, more sustainable life to glean information and inspiration from those already practicing sustainable techniques. Saturday boasts workshops,self guided site tours or a guided mini- bus tour, demonstrations, a casual outdoor evening concert or “Sip n Paint” class, while Sunday is a day to get out and explore the area on your selfguided tour and on-site workshops.

Sunday workshops include pumpkin patch, building healthy soil, pumpkin patch scramble and search, dairy goat milking demo, floral arranging, hope mountain tour, orchard tour, fermentation of chicken feed and much more! Cost: $20, presale, $25 day of tours, and ages 15 & under are free with a paid adult. For more info or to register, visit wenatcheeriverinstitue.org

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day Let them cook YOU dinner tonight! Successful Breastfeeding 6:30pm-8:30pm at Central Washington Hospital, 1201 S Miller St. Rooms A & B. This two hour class will cover the basics of breastfeeding. Latch position, common problems, troubleshooting, pumping and storing milk, and more. Cost is

Free. For more information, contact Joanna Evans 665-6140, joan.slack@ confluencehealth.org

Open Gym 7:00pm-9:00pm at Apple Valley Gymnastics. Specifically for children ages 5 to 15 years. Cost is $12 for the first child and $8 for siblings.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Free Blood Pressure Checks 9:30am-13:30am at Pybus Market Free blood pressure checks provided by Lifeline.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 Wenatchee River Salmon Festival 9:00am-5:00pm at Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery. Come and take part in the many intergenerational hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, wildlife

Kleefstra Walk and Roll September 18 3:00pm Walla Walla Point Park

Come join Logan on a short walk around the park and endulge in some root beer floats afterwards! All ages welcome! Together we can make a difference! Kleefstra Syndrome is a rare genetic condition in which a tiny piece is missing from near the end of one of the body’s 46 chromosones, resulting in multiple intellectual and physical issues. After years of unanswered questions regarding 6-year old, Logan Florea’s, health and development, he finally received the genetic diagnosis in October, 2015. We humbly ask for your support to join our cause as we help fund research to develop a drug treatment that can reverse the effects of Kleefstra Syndrome. Please learn more about Logan, his family and Kleefstra Syndrome here:

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“edu-tainment”, music, art, and experience a meaningful cultural exchange with Native Americans in their tribal village. Great fun for kids and adults alike. For more info, visit salmonfest.org

Kids Book Club 3:30pm-4:30pm at Wenatchee Library. Join us to read and talk about some awesome books! Pick up a copy of this months’ book at the Children’s Desk. The kid’s book club is recommended for readers ages 8+

this is a great event for you! 11 homes are on the tour this year, throughout the Wenatchee Valley. Visit the homes at your own pace during the three day event and take advantage of having industry professionals available to answer your questions. For more information and to purchase tickets ($10 adults, $5 child), visit buildingncw.org

Trivia Night 7:00pm-9:30pm at Wenatchee Public Library. Are you ready to show off your nerdy side? Get your brain in gear! Free fun! Brain food! Prizes! Bring your own two-eight person team or prepare to get friendly and join a team when you arrive.

Seahawks Spirit - Potter Painting 5:00pm-7:00pm at Inspirations Ceramic & Art Cafe Learn colorful techniques that express your 12th Man spirit! We will teach you how to paint the Seahawks SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 logo and many other designs. You’ll have personal Seahawk artwork to National Gymnastics Day have on display every game day, Celebrate by being a part of the blue Friday, football season or all SPORT Gymnastics Golf Tournament! year round! Price varies on your piece choice; you choose whichever piece you want to paint at the class. $5 deposit to reserve your chair is required. For more info or to sign up, visit inspirationsceramics.com

SPORT Gymnastics Golf Tournament 11:00am putting contest, 1:00pm Shotgun Start. At Highlander Golf Course. Proceeds go to help the competitive team raise money for new equipment, scholarships, meets, etc. This tournament is packed with fun and ends with a dinner, awards and auction. Cost is $125/golfer or $450 for a foursome. Price include dinner. Please register to golf by Sept. 13 at secure.perfectgolfevent.com/ eventweb/2586/index.php, email sportsgymnasticsgolf@gmail.com or call 860-0362 Super Swap Meet & Fabulous Fleas 8:00am-5:00pm at hot Rod Cafe in Monitor. Grand opening of new swap meet for locals to buy and sell locally produced crafts, produce, clothing car parts, pony rides, food and drink, furniture and just about anything!

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 Wenatchee River Salmon Festival 9:00am-5:00pm at Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Come and take part in the many inter-generational hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, wildlife “edu-tainment”, music, art, and experience a meaningful cultural exchange with Native Americans in their tribal village. Great fun for kids and adults alike. For more information, visit salmonfest.org BNCW home Tour & Remodeling Expo 12:00pm-4:00pm self guided, scattered site home tour Each year, thousands of people ‘do the tour’! A great way to get inspired; whether you’re planning to build, buy, remodel a home, or just like to see what’s new and exciting,

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Cruisin Back to the “Wells House” Car Show 9:00am-3:00pm at Wells House The “Cruisin’ Back to the Wells House” Car Show will be held in the back parking lot behind the Wells House, on Nelson Street off of Ninth Street in Wenatchee. $10 entry fee, lunch available for additional fee. Take part in the raffle and guided tours as well! Wenatchee River Salmon Festival 9:00am-5:00pm at Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery Come and take part in the many inter-generational hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, wildlife “edutainment”, music, art, and experience a meaningful cultural exchange with Native Americans in their tribal village. Great fun for kids and adults alike. For more information, visit salmonfest.org 70th Anniversary Season Kickoff Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra 10:00am-2:00pm at Pybus Market Join Symphony musicians and supporters for a free 70th season kickoff! Meet Symphony musicians, listen to music from Symphony Music Ambassadors, try out an instrument in the Instrument Zoo, play a recorder or shaker in the Instant Orchestra, enjoy delicious cake, learn about the exciting season, and purchase season tickets! Walk to Remember At Walla Walla Point Park Registration begins at 9:00am, walk begins at 10:00am, ending at about 1:00pm after lunch. The Wenatchee Valley Chapter Walk to Remember is a two mile (shorter course available) open to everyone who wants to join Hands and Hearts in remembering our children who have died too soon. Hosted by The Compassionate Friends. There will also be a balloon release and a remembrance board/ wall, lunch and dessert table and a raffle. For more information or to register, call 509-860-3620, or visit tcfwenatcheevalley.org Downtown Harvest Festival Formally known as ‘Taste of the

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Harvest’. 10:00am-5:00pm in Downtown Wenatchee, on Wenatchee Ave, between 2nd and Orondo. A day of fun & family entertainment that truly celebrates our valley’s incredible harvest season. For more information or to be a vendor,

Racing at WVSO 5:00pm-10:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Super Oval. Cars include: Jerry’s Auto Supply Pro Late Models-Pepsi Street Stocks-Dick’s Heating & Air Conditioning, Thunder Cars-Mini Stocks and Roadrunner. For more: wvso.com

British Car Show and Shine 10:00am-2:00pm at Pybus Market Event is open to all Marques of British cars, trucks and motorcycles. This is a fun gathering to meet and greet other British car enthusiasts from around the PNW. There is no charge for the general public. More info: contact the British Car Club, 886-3773 or at BritCarClubWen@aol.com

Movie in the Park 7:00pm-9:30pm at Lincoln Park, 1410 Mission St. Movie Showing: “Inside Out”. Movie starts at 7:30pm, but come early to play some games. Concessions are available. Call 8883284 for more information.

Home Tour & Remodeling Expo 10:00pm-7:00pm self guided, scattered site home tour Each year, thousands of people ‘do the tour’! A great way to get inspired; whether you’re planning to build, buy, remodel a home, or just like to see what’s new and exciting, this is a great event for you! 11 homes are on the tour this year, throughout the Wenatchee Valley. Visit the homes at your own pace during the three day event and take advantage of having industry professionals available to answer your questions. For more info and to purchase tickets ($10 adults, $5 child), visit buildingncw.org Kids Club 11:00am-1:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Mall in East Wenatchee Activities, games, entertainment & more! Every third Saturday of the month. Free! For more info, visit the customer service booth at the mall. Blind and Wine Walk 4:30pm-8:30pm at Apple Capital Loop Trail behind Pybus Market Wenatchee Lilac Services for the Blind and the Wenatchee Central Lions Club present the “Blind & Wine Walk.” Tickets are $35 per person or $50 per couple and will be available at: Peggi Moxley Attorney, 216 Mission St., Wenatchee, (509) 662-2031 or Buell Hawkins, (5o9) 679-2836. Walking starts at 4:30pm, Auction starts at 5:30pm, Dinner starts at 6:30pm

Rodney Carrington 7:30pm-9:30pm at Town Toyota Center. Enjoy a night of comedy! “Here comes the Truth” Tour. For ages 18+ only. Doors open at 6:30pm. VIP tickets available. Tickets range from $32-56. For tickets, visit towntoyotacenter. com or visit the box office.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 Home Tour & Remodeling Expo 11:00pm-4:00pm self guided, scattered site home tour Each year, thousands of people ‘do the tour’! A great way to get inspired; whether you’re planning to build, buy, remodel a home, or just like to see what’s new and exciting, this is a great event for you! 11 homes are on the tour this year, throughout the Wenatchee Valley. Visit the homes at your own pace during the three day event and take advantage of having industry professionals available to answer your questions. For more information and to purchase tickets ($10 adults, $5 child), visit buildingncw.org 1st Annual Kleefstra Walk and Roll 3:00pm at Walla Walla Point Park Come learn about Kleefstra Syndrome and other intellectual disabilities, as well as the pioneering research underway to develop a treatment for Kleefstra Syndrome and many other similar diseases. We will join Logan on a short walk on a designated route around the park and then enjoy root beer floats at the finish line. Logan and others around the world thank

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A wide variety of groups (over 25!) to choose from including Mens, Womens, Moms, Kids, Youth Group, Young Adults, Seniors, Book Studies & so many more!

sundays 10:00am 19 McElmurry Lane, East Wenatchee, wa 98802 509-884-4001 www.columbiagrove.org

Have you experienced a miscarriage, still birth or an infant death?

Sundays, 6:30pm September 25 - November 27 @ Columbia Grove Covenant Church 19 McElmurray Lane in East Wenatchee

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Come join our 10 week session, where we will share our stories, pray together, ask questions, share hurts and happiness... and cling to His word to find that there is still hope after the death of our precious children. Your story matters. Your baby matters. YOU matter. You are not alone. Please join us! September 2016

you for your interest and support! Together, we are going to make a difference in the lives of many! To learn more about Logan and Kleefstra Syndrome, visit www.crowdrise.com/ logans-race-for-hope. See more on page 22

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 International Talk Like a Pirate Day Ahoy Matey! Today is one of mine favorite days! Arrrrrrr!!!

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 Spotlight on East Wenatchee Event 5:00pm-7:00pm at Eastmont Junior High. There is so much happening in East Wenatchee! Street and parking lot improvements, roundabouts, an attractive gateway project, parks and pool improvements, Eastmont School District plans for growth, airport runway extension, and a comprehensive north end study. This event is intended to update the community on these projects and activities and learn about the progress being made and the future of the East Wenatchee area. We’ll spotlight the agencies and their projects and allow guests plenty of time to speak to representatives during the event. Refreshments provided. Free and open to the public!

Only. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit numericapac.org, call 663-ARTS, or visit the box office at 123 Wenatchee Ave.

work! The sale is from September 23 through October 2, times vary. Please see specific days’ description for sale hours.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Robbie Schaefer 7:00pm-9:00pm at Snowy Owl Theater in Leavenworth Hi, I’m Robbie and I like to tell stories. Usually I tell them with words and music, a guitar strapped around my shoulder, and an earnest look on my face. Sometimes I leave the guitar at home and just use the words part. And sometimes, when I don’t feel like talking, I sit in my underwear at the kitchen table with a nice espresso and write the story down. Either way, what I’m really after with these stories is exploring that little space between you and me that I call our shared aliveness. I love that and find it the most authentic place to be. What’s more is I find that the more we live in that space, the more compassionate our world becomes. So, welcome gentle soul. And keep your feet off the sofa. It’s new. $22 General Admission / $24 at the door $12 Student / $14 at the door Free for ages 12 & under with Adult. For more information, visit icicle.org/ performances/robbie-schaefer

Jurassic Quest 10:00am-5:00pm at Town Toyota Center. Experience Living, breathing, even walking dinosaurs Visit www.towntoyotacenter.com for more information and to purchase tickets (beginning in September). Harvest Festival 10:00am-5:00pm @ St. Joseph School, 600 St. Joseph place in Wenatchee. Free admission! Join the fun at this outdoor event: Craft fair, food & drinks, carnival games, inflatable rides, prizes, pumpkin patch, beer garden and more! Saturday and Sunday event. More info: 663-2644.

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 Become a Voice for an Abused and Neglected Child 8:00am-5:00pm, location is TBD The Chelan-Douglas CASA Program’s fall new CASA training begins today. If you are interested in advocating for an abused or neglected child, to give that child a voice–and a chance for a better life, please contact CASA about this free training. For more information, visit cdcasa.org or call 662-7350. Learn even more at their open house. See September 8 for more details. Family Day Scavenger Hunt Hike 9:00am & 11:00am at Castle Rock trailhead. Want to take your kids out hiking but don’t know where to go? Or get out occasionally and want to learn more about what you see on the trail? Join the Land Trust and the City of Wenatchee Parks and Recreation Department for fun morning walks for families in the Foothills. These scheduled hiking trips will familiarize participants with established trails in the areas surrounding Wenatchee. The leaders of each hike will guide the group along family-friendly trails while sharing fun and interesting information and answering questions about the environment. Clues will lead the group from place to place on a fun adventure in the Foothills. Hikes will be focused on families with children of all ages. Hikes will be 1-2 hours in length. Please bring water and snacks in needed. This program is free, but RSVP’s are required. Do it soon; the 11am hike is already

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Pack Walk (Dogs and People) 9:00am-10:00am at Loop Trail behind Pybus Market. Join us for a fun, social dog walk along the riverfront! Meet next to the boat launch behind Pybus. No pre-registration required; all are welcome! Go as far or as short as you want and at your own pace. Bring your dog on a leash and enjoy! Questions, email info@ wenatcheefido.org or visit www. wenatcheefido.org Annual NCW Dahlia Show and Exhibition The event takes place at Pybus Market, is free to the general public and is ongoing the whole day. Come see the state’s best collection of dahlias in what many flower growers consider to the best venue in Washington. For additional information, contact Linda HomesCook at 509-679-3424. Walk to End Alzheimer’s At Pybus Market. Registration is at 8am, opening ceremonies are at 9am and the 2 mile walk begins at 9:30am. For additional information, contact Pam Draggoo at 509-8860700 ext 229 or e-mail: draggp@dshs. wa.gov For registration information: http://act.alz.org/site/TR/ Walk2015/WA-WesternandCentralWas hingtonState?pg=entry&fr_id=7886

Native Heritage Bus Tour 9:00am-3:00pm, beginning at Wenatchee Valley Museum, 127 S Missions St. Explore culturally significant locations from the Peshastin Pinnacles to the Wenatchee Heights with Native American guide Randy Lewis during a day-long bus tour Saturday, Sept. 24. The bus will depart from the Wenatchee Valley Museum at 9 a.m. and return about 3 p.m. with a stop for lunch on your own at Pybus Market. Cost: Member$50.00 & $55.00. For more info, contact the museum at 509-888-6241. 2016 Autumn Leaf Festival All Day in Downtown Leavenworth This is Leavenworth’s longest running event. The Autumn Leaf Festival celebrates the turning colors of the Autumn Leaves and is the town’s original festival; originating in 1964 when the City of Leavenworth adopted the Bavarian theme. Some of the events today: Breakfast at Lions Club Park (7am-11am), Drill team competition at Gazebo (9am10:30am), Kids Parade (noon), grand parade (noon-1:30), Youth circus and Kids activities on Front st and 8th St. (2pm-5pm), street dance on Front St. (5:30pm-8:30pm) and many more! Come enjoy the fun! For more details, visit autumnleaffestival.com Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10am-6pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest

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Jurassic Quest 10:00am-5:00pm at Town Toyota Center. Experience Living, breathing, even walking dinosaurs Visit www.towntoyotacenter.com for more information and to purchase tickets (beginning in September). Lowe’s Build & Grow 10:00am at Lowes. Free, for kids 12 and under. Pre-registration is appreciated. This week’s craft is TBD. Go to Lowesbuildandgrow.com for updates and to register. Harvest Festival 10:00am-5:00pm @ St. Joseph School, 600 St. Joseph place in Wenatchee. Free admission! Join the fun at this outdoor event: Craft fair, food & drinks, carnival games, inflatable rides, prizes, pumpkin patch, beer garden and more! Saturday and Sunday event. For more info, call 663-2644.

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Darkside Festival 5:00pm-10:00pm at Mission Ridge An evening event celebrating outdoor adventure sports in the Wenatchee Valley! Featuring a mountain bike ride, a trail run and a hike at dusk, followed by music from two bands, a beer garden and food. Proceeds benefit the Evergreen Mountain Bike Alliance and its trail building program in the Wenatchee Valley’s Foothills. Come for a ride or a run or a hike. Or come just for the music and beer and food. No matter what you partake in, you’ll end up clamoring for more — and helping a great cause! For info or to register, visit missionridge.com/events/ darkside-festival-2016 Racing at WVSO 5:00pm-10:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Super Oval . State Championship for Limited Late Models-Thunder & Hobby Stocks-Street Stocks-Roadrunners. For more info visit wvso.com August: Osage County 7:00pm at the PAC A vanished father. A pill-popping mother. Three sisters harboring shady little secrets. When the large Weston family unexpectedly reunites after Dad

disappears, their Oklahoman family homestead explodes in a maelstrom of repressed truths and unsettling secrets. Mix in Violet, the druggedup, scathingly acidic matriarch, and you’ve got a major new play that unflinchingly—and uproariously— exposes the dark side of the Midwestern American family. Winner of the 2008 Pulitzer Prize and Tony Award. Great literature with Strong language; Rated R – Mature Audiences Only. For more info or to purchase tickets, visit numericapac.org, call 663-ARTS, or go to 123 Wenatchee Ave.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 Annual NCW Dahlia Show and Exhibition The event takes place at Pybus Market, is free to the general public and is ongoing the whole day. Come see the state’s best collection of dahlias in what many flower growers consider to the best venue in Washington. For additional information, contact Linda Homes-Cook at 509-679-3424. Jurassic Quest 10:00am-5:00pm at Town Toyota Center. Experience Living, breathing, even walking dinosaurs Visit www.towntoyotacenter.com for more information and to purchase tickets (beginning in September). Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-5:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Library, raising money for programs at the Leavenworth Library, & purchasing hundreds of books for school children. Their mission is to stimulate a desire for reading at an early age, as it has been shown that a child who reads well has a 70% better chance of success in school work! The sale is from Sept 23 - Oct 2.

2016 Autumn Leaf Festival All Day in Downtown Leavenworth This is Leavenworth’s longest running event. The Autumn Leaf Festival celebrates the turning colors of the Autumn Leaves and is the town’s original festival; originating in 1964 when the City of Leavenworth adopted the Bavarian theme. Some of the events today: live music at the Gazebo, classic car show (11am3pm) and many more! Come enjoy the fun! For more details, visit autumnleaffestival.com Racing at WVSO 5:00pm-10:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Super Oval. State Championship for Limited Late Models-Thunder & Hobby Stocks-Street StocksRoadrunners. For more information, visit wvso.com

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-5:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Library, raising money for programs at the Leavenworth Library, and purchasing hundreds of books for school children. Their mission is to stimulate a desire for reading at an early age, as it has been shown that a child who reads well has a 70%

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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-5:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Library, raising money for programs at the Leavenworth Library, and purchasing hundreds of books for school children. Their mission is to stimulate a desire for reading at an early age, as it has been shown that a child who reads well has a 70% better chance of success in school work! The sale is from Sept 23-Oct 2 Calvin Taylor Piano Concert 6:30pm-7:30pm at Valley View Adventist Church, 1202 10th St. NE in East Wenatchee. Recording artist will be appearing in a live concert of sacred piano music. Admission is free and the public is invites. For more info, contact the church at 884-3815.

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Jam Session! Canning 101 with Hope Mountain Farm 6:30pm-8:30pm at Hope Mountain Farm, 18104 River Road in Leavenworth (Plain). Learn how to preserve summer in a jar with Susan Curtis and Hope Mountain Farm! This hands-on jam session is your chance to learn the basics of hot water bath canning and walk away feeling confident about home preservation! Susan will cover why canning is a great way to preserve. She will cover food safety, what kinds of equipment you need and tips to make canning fun and easy. Everyone takes home a jar of Hope Mountain Raspberry Jam! For ages 13 and up. Cost is $25 for members, $30 for nonmembers. For more information or to register, visit wenatcheeriverinstitute.org

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-5:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Library, raising money for programs at the Leavenworth Library, and purchasing hundreds of books for school children. Their mission is to stimulate a desire for reading at an early age, as it has been shown that a child who reads well has a 70% better

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Wings & Wheels Festival Carnival Carnival fun begins at 4pm at Eastmont Community Park in East Wenatchee Seahawks Spirit - Potter Painting 5:00pm-7:00pm at Inspirations Ceramic & Art Cafe. Learn colorful techniques that express your 12th Man spirit! We will teach you how to paint the Seahawks logo and many other designs. You’ll have personal Seahawk artwork to have on display every game day, blue Friday, football season or all year round! Price varies on your piece choice; you choose whichever piece you want to paint at the class. $5 deposit to reserve your chair is required. For more information or to sign up, visit inspirationsceramics.com

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 Wings & Wheels Festival Carnival Carnival fun begins at 4pm at Eastmont Community Park in East Wenatchee Wenatchee WILD Hockey 7:05-9:00pm at Town Toyota Center WILD vs. Langley Riverman First home game of the season! Tickets are available at wenatcheewildhockey.com, or at the Town Toyota Center box office, 1300 Walla Walla Ave.

Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-6:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Library, raising money for programs at the Leavenworth Library, and purchasing hundreds of books for school children. Their mission is to stimulate a desire for reading at an early age, as it has been shown that a child who reads well has a 70% better chance of success in school work! The sale is from Sept.23 - Oct. 2. Leavenworth Oktoberfest 6:00pm-2:00am Fee: $10/Friday, $20/Saturday There is much to see and do at the Leavenworth Oktoberfest! This year we’ll have bands from throughout the U.S., Canada and Germany, along with all your Oktoberfest favorites! For details: leavenworthoktoberfest.com

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1 Family Day Scavenger Hunt Hike 9:00am & 11:00am at Saddle Rock trailhead. Want to take your kids out hiking but don’t know where to go? Or get out occasionally and want to learn more about what you see on the trail? Join the Land Trust and the City of Wenatchee Parks and Recreation Department for fun

morning walks for families in the Foothills. These scheduled hiking trips will familiarize participants with established trails in the areas surrounding Wenatchee. The leaders of each hike will guide the group along family-friendly trails while sharing fun and interesting information and answering questions about the environment. Learn to use a nature journal to express yourself and learn about nature! Get a nature journal to take home. Hikes will be focused on families with children of all ages. Hikes will be 1-2 hours in length. Please bring water and snacks in needed. This program is free, but RSVP’s are required. Do it soon; the 11am hike is already full! Please see www. cdlandtrust.org/whatsnew/fallfamily-day-hikes-nature-journaling for more information and to sign up.

Pink Tractor All day at Pybus Market “Plowing a Path for the Cure” Help us kick off Breast Cancer Awareness month with the appearance of the Pink Tractor. For additional information, contact Jennifer Rohrer at 340-5303. Providence Mammography Bus 9:00am-2:30pm at Pybus Market The bus offers state-of-the-art digital screening mammography services and bone density testing to women. Mammograms are performed in a private room where a technologist will ensure you receive the best possible digital x-ray. You’ll receive instructions on how to perform breast selfexams and learn of the importance of annual clinic exams as well. Mammograms are reviewed by a radiologist who will contact your physician with results and patients will receive a letter confirming those results. Pre-registration is required. Call toll free 877-4742400, extension 3, to register. Each mammogram appointment will take approx. 15 minutes. Osteoporosis screenings take only 3 to 5 minutes and can be done while waiting for

the mammogram, or patients may opt to have only the osteoporosis screening. For more information, visit pybuspublicmarket.org

Home Depot Kids Workshop 9:00am-Noon at Home Depot. Free hands-on workshop, designed for children ages 5-12. Craft for this week is TBD. All kids keep their craft, receive a Free certificate, a workshop apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last. Registering online: Workshops. homedepot.com Friends of Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-6:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Apple Days 10:00am-4:00pm at the Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village, 600 Cotlets Way Affordable Family Fun! Rediscover life in Chelan County in the late 1800s. The Pioneer Village is the setting for entertainment, food, arts and crafts and local residents dress in authentic pioneer clothing. Mock shoot-outs are held at various times during the day. Visitors can ride in a horse-drawn wagon, join in the apple pie baking contest or watch the dog pulls at Riverside Park. There will also be pony ride, flink knapping, gold panning, live music, and much more. Admission is $3 and lunch is also available for $3. Fun for everyone; both Saturday and Sunday. For more information, visit cashmeremuseum.org or call 782-3230. Wings & Wheels Festival 10:00am-5:00pm at Eastmont Community Park in East Wenatchee. Car SHow, Swap Meet, Helicopter Rides, Aviation Displays and Activities, Red Apple Flyers, Craft and Food vendors, Free Kids’ activities from 11-3 and the Carnival opens at 11am. Also, over at the Red Apple Flyers Field (out towards the airport), Red Apple Flyers will be having a live flying demonstrations.

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Take 5: Devotional Saved by Grace, Not by Works YouVersion Bible App ‘Essential Scripture For 30 Days’ This is Day 1 of this plan. Download the app today, find the plan and make it your goal for September!

Paul is writing a letter to the Christians in the city of Ephesus (hence the name of the book in the Bible is Ephesians). Paul explains earlier in this chapter that all people “were dead in their transgressions and sins” but are now made alive in Christ. In these verses, Paul is specifying how Christians are saved and have eternal life. By good works? Because we’ve earned it? No! He explains that we are saved by grace (God’s free, unearned favor and forgiveness of sins) and that we have this grace by faith in Jesus Christ, and that alone. Review: What did you learn about God? What did you learn about mankind? What will you do differently today as a result of these verses?

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Leavenworth Oktoberfest Noon-2:00am in downtown Leavenworth There is much to see and do at the Leavenworth Oktoberfest! This year we’ll have bands from throughout the U.S., Canada and Germany, along with all your Oktoberfest favorites! Enjoy all the family activities in the Kinderplatz downtown. There will be a climbing wall, bouncy toys, L-Bow the Clown, vendor booths, crafts, music, sausage, and so much more! Details:leavenworthoktoberfest. com Game Night 7:00pm-9:00pm at Pybus Market Pacific Crest Church will be hosting a game night on the last Friday of every month. The game night will include board games, card games, or any games you would like to bring. The game night is open to families and all ages. Wenatchee WILD Hockey 7:05-9:00pm at Town Toyota Center Wild vs. Salmon Arm Silverbacks

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 Out of the Darkness Walk At Walla Walla Point Park Pavilion Check in and registration begins at 6am, walk is from 7am-9am. When you walk in the Out of the Darkness Walks, you join the effort with hundreds of thousands of people to raise awareness and funds that allow the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss. For more information, contact Grace Finch at 206-459-7617 or washington@afsp.org Register at afsp.donordrive.com

Apple Days 10:00am-4:00pm at the Cashmere Museum and Pioneer Village, 600 Cotlets Way. Affordable Family Fun! Rediscover life in Chelan County in the late 1800s. The Pioneer Village is the setting for entertainment, food, arts and crafts and local residents dress in authentic pioneer clothing. Mock shoot-outs are held at various times during the day. Visitors can ride in a horse-drawn wagon, join in the apple pie baking contest or watch the dog pulls at Riverside Park. There will also be pony ride, flink knapping, gold panning, live music, and much more. Admission is $3 and lunch is also available for $3. Fun for everyone; both Saturday and Sunday. For more info, visit cashmeremuseum.org or call 782-3230. Friends of the Library Used Book Sale 10:00am-5:00pm outside, on the corner of 8th Street and Commercial in Downtown Leavenworth. Sale includes books of all kinds and a lot of children’s books this year! Most books run from .50cents to $2 and are a great buy! This is the largest fundraiser of the year for Friends of the Library, raising money for programs at the Leavenworth Library, and purchasing hundreds of books for school children. Their mission is to stimulate a desire for reading at an early age, as it has been shown that a child who reads well has a 70% better chance of success in school work! The sale is from Sept 23 through Oct. 2. **All Calendar events are subject to change or cancel. Kid Connect is not responsible for any changes that may occur and advises you to confirm event details before attending. We want to provide you with the most accurate calendar possible, so if you find any changes that do occur, please let us know and we will update our facebook page and our website for our readers.**

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