2017 Summer Fun Guide

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2017

Dancing on Whidbey Island Classes For All Ages!

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ENROLL FOR OUR SUMMER CLASSES! See our recital in June at South Whidbey High School!

Advanced Dancer Workshop in August Ballet & Pointe • Lyrical • Modern • Tap & Jazz • Hip Hop • Musical Dance Theater • Creative Pre-Dance • International Latin • Sports Barre • Men’s Ballet • Yin Yoga • Gymnastics

360-341-1282 • 714 Camano Avenue • Langley • islanddance@whidbey.com • islanddanceandgymnastics.com

JOIN SCOUTING. ADVENTURE IS WAITING! LIONS: BOYS IN KINDERGARTEN

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facebook.com/toppinsoakharbor • 32650 SR 20, A101 • Oak Harbor • 360-682-6695

SUMMER SPECIAL

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The Lion program is an introduction to Scouting.

Lions will learn and explore the Scouting concepts.

CUB SCOUTS: BOYS IN GRADES 1-5

Through Cub Scouting, boys will learn and developement good character in a fun atmosphere.

BOY SCOUTS: BOYS 11-17 YEARS OLD

Boy Scouts is a values-based program to help boys build character, teach citizenship responsibilities, develop personal fitness, and give unselfish service.

Whidbey Island Cub Camp www.islandscouting.org/cubcamp July 10-14, 2017

TAEKWONDO ACADEMY

Visit IslandScouting.org

360-240-9433 • 390 NE Midway Blvd #A204

www.woodwardstkd.com

or e-mail membership@islandscouting.org

May not be combined with any other offer. Expires 8/31/17

Check out the Indoor Playground In Oak Harbor!

Available for Indoor Parties Birthday Parties • Bounce House Rentals In the Trader’s Village on Midway Blvd in Oak Harbor 390 NE Midway Blvd A101

360-720-2017

Monday -Friday 11am - 7pm • Saturday & Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Book your Party or Bounce House rental today at Bouncinoh.comWhidbey LOCALLY OWNED.

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History In The Making!

August 19 & 20

2017

Come See, Hear And Feel 8 Grand Prix Hydroplanes!

1500 Horsepower Super Charged V-8s, 170 MPH, Biggest rooster tails this side of anywhere!

SATURDAY & SUNDAY AUGUST 19 & 20, 2017 OAK HARBOR, WASHINGTON

An Event to Benefit The Rotary Club of Oak Harbor

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3 Classes, Events and Camps

cess and will then get to ride on the float with the Miss Oak Harbor Royalty in the 4th of July parade. Registration forms are available at Whidbey Playhouse, Peoples Bank in Oak Harbor and by email request to pageantwyse@ gmail.com. Registration deadline is June 23.

Day Camp for Girls Tuesday-Thursday, July 11-13 Langley Middle School FREE

Parents & Pastries Saturday, June 10, 11:00am Paint Your World, Oak Harbor $25 plus tax for each pair

The Soroptimist International of South Whidbey Island are again sponsoring a free threeday camp for middle school girls going into 6th, 7th and 8th grades in the fall of 2017.

Kids can choose from a donut bank or muffin box. Adults will paint a mug. All ages welcome.

Registration closes July 1. Please call (360) 331-4127 or email marlaneharrington@yahoo. com for registration.

Paint Your World Classes

Painting Monster Plate Wednesday, July 12, 11:00am-12:30pm $20

Glass Fusing Sailboat Thursday, August 3, 11:00am-12:30pm $22

Waffle Bowl Painting Thursday, July 13, 11:00am-12:30pm $18

Oak Harbor Farmers’ Market

Clay Name Plaque Wednesday, July 19, 11:00am-12:30pm $18 Silkscreen Painting Thursday, July 20, 11:00am-12:30pm $20

For ages 7 and up. Reservations required for each class, $5 deposit due (for each class) at time of sign up. Call (360) 679-4115.

Canvas Shark Painting Wednesday, July 26, 11:00am-12:30pm $20

Saturday, July 1, 8:00am Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor

Pottery Painting Flag Wednesday, June 28, 11:00am-12:30pm $20

Clay Monster and Smiles Thursday, July 27, 11:00am-12:30pm $18

All Natural - No Makeup pageant for girls ages 3-12. The top two contestants in each age division will be crowned Queen and Prin-

Pottery Painting Pirate Cup Thursday, June 29, 11:00am-12:30pm $18

Bubble Plate & Bowl Wednesday, August 2, 11:00am-12:30pm $25

Miss Pioneer Way Pageant

Offering 2 Movies For the Price of 1!

Go Karts • Arcade Snack Bar Private & Company Party Packages Available (360) 675-5667 www.bluefoxdrivein.com

Thursdays, 4:00pm-7:00pm May 18 – September 28 SR 20, next to Oak Harbor Chamber 360-678-4288 Facebook: “Oak Harbor Farmers’ Market”

Coupeville Farmers’ Market Saturdays, 10:00am-2:00pm April 1 – October 4 Alexander Street, by the Coupeville Library 360-678-4288 coupevillemarket.com Facebook: “Coupeville Farmers’ Market

Bayview Farmers’ Market Saturdays, 10:00am-2:00pm April 29 - October 21 5603 Bayview Road, at SR 525, Langley bayviewfarmersmarket.com Facebook: bayviewfarmersmarket

Unique “Old World” Charm on Whidbey Island Dutch architecture, antique furnishings, and colorful gardens.

Feel as if you’ve stepped through time.

Auld Holland Inn Unique guest rooms with private bath Air Conditioning • Cable television with HBO Refrigerator & microwave • Continental Breakfast Special rooms with jetted tubs & fireplaces.

The Windmill Suite is lovely and perfect for that special occasion with a separate sitting area, fireplace and jetted tub for two. A Must See!

Reservations: (800) 228-0148 reservations@auld-holland.com 33575 State Route 20 • Oak Harbor • (360) 675-2288

SAVE THE DATE MARC BROUSSARD 3 DAYS OF FREE

LIVE MUSIC Labor Day Weekend

SEPT 1-3 Whidbey Island, WA

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4 South Whidbey Tilth Farmers’ Market Sundays, 11:00am-2:00pm April 30 – October 1 2812 Thompson Rd and SR 525, Langley 360-544-2278 southwhidbeytilth.org Facebook: South Whidbey Tilth

Langley Second Street Market Fridays, 2:00pm-6:00pm May 5 – September 29 Second Street in downtown Langley langleymarket.org/second-streetmarket/ Facebook: “Langley Second Street Market”

Clinton Thursday Market

A giant garage sale with over 200 vendor booths. For more information, visit shipwreckfest.com

Community Garage Sale

Disney’s Alice In Wonderland Jr. Performances

Have items to sell? Rent a table for $20! For more information, come by the Senior Center or call (360) 279-4580. Also includes a bake sale!

SWPR Chum Run 5K

All You Can Eat Breakfast

The Chum Run has developed into an annual event where adults and children come to enjoy the park. Meant to be for everyone, it offers a great course and lighthearted and fun activities, including a free “Fry Run” for ages 1-10 years. To register, visit www.swparks.org or show up on the day of the race. For details, call Carrie Monforte at (360) 221-6788.

Thursdays, July 20 & 27, 7:30pm Fridays, July 21 & 28, 7:30pm Saturdays, July 22 & 29, 7:30pm Sundays, July 23 & 30, 2:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor For more information or for tickets, visit www. whidbeyplayhouse.com or call (360) 679-2237.

“Show Stoppers” Summer Youth Theatre Workshop

Thursdays, 3:00pm-7:00pm July 6 – August 3 Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave.

July 10-August 3, 9:30am-1:30pm Whidbey Playhouse, Oak Harbor Fee: $125 per student

Shipwreck Fest

Four weeks of fun for youth ages 6-18. Register by Friday, June 30. For more information or to register, visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com or call (360) 679-2237.

Saturday, July 15, 8:00am-4:00pm Commercial Ave., Anacortes Free Admission

Saturday, June 24, 9:00am-3:00pm Oak Harbor Senior Center, 51 SE Jerome St.

Saturdays, 8:00am-12:00pm Through September 20 Whidbey Masonic Lodge 15, 804 N. Main, Coupeville Breakfast includes eggs, bacon, sausage, pancakes, juice & tea or coffee. $8/Adults, $4/ Children 12 & under, 3 and under free.

Open Skate Fridays Every Friday, 6:00pm-8:00pm Roller Barn, 98 NE Barron Dr, Oak Harbor Proceeds support Boys & Girls Club. $5 per skater and $3 for general admission. Last Friday of the month, skate with the Whidbey

Island Roller Girls! Sorry, checks not accepted, credit card fees apply. For more information, call (360) 240-9273.

Saturday, June 24, 10:00am Start South Whidbey Community Park, Langley Cost: $25 by June 15; $30 Day of Race

NAS Whidbey Island 75th Anniversary Celebration & Open House Saturday, June 24, 9:00am-3:00pm NAS Whidbey Island Ault Field, Oak Harbor The open house is an opportunity for the public to learn about past, current, and future

We have what you need for BBQing • Camping • Fishing • Gardening Lawn Games • Pools & Accessories

Shipwreck Fest is a giant garage sale on Commercial Avenue in Anacortes from 8am to 4pm on Saturday, July 15.

A huge variety of “treasures” are available for sale.

Vendor spaces available. Admission is free. shipwreckfest.com

Freeland

Hardware

360-331-6799 | 1609 Main Street | Freeland

July 20-23 ~ The Place To Be Seen In 2017!

CARNIVAL • ENTERTAINMENT • COUNTRY FAIR 819 Camano Ave • Langley • whidbeyislandfair.com LOCALLY OWNED.

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5 operations at the Navy’s only air station in the Pacific Northwest and see last year’s Navy Installation of the Year.

Whidbey Island Garden Tour

Aircraft static displays will include the EA-18G Growler, P-3C Orion, MH-60 Knighthawk helicopter, the new C-40 Clipper and a P-8A Poseidon, which will soon replace the P-3C’s.

Purchase tickets at Bayview Farm & Garden, Venture Out Nursery, Flowers by the Bay and Lavender Wind Nursery or online at www.wigt. org. All proceeds donated to local non-profit groups that work to improve Whidbey Island’s common habitat.

Aerial demonstrations, visual displays, guided bus tours, a K-9 Working Dog demonstrations, Explosive Ordnance Detachment displays, bouncy toys for children and a climbing wall for those wishing to test their climbing acumen. Aviation memorabilia available for purchase as well as a variety of food and beverages.

All visitors over the age of 18 will be required to have state or government issued identification for access to the base. More information can be found at http://cnic.navy.mil/regions/ cnrnw/installations/nas_whidbey_island.html https.

Saturday, June 17, 10:00am-4:00pm 5 distinct gardens on Whidbey Island

Dan Porter Park Clean Up Saturday, June 10, 10:00am-12:00pm Dan Porter Park, Clinton The Clinton Community Council is gearing up for another park cleanup. Refreshments will be served. The first cleanup in March was a true community effort and a great start. Many hands help to lighten the load. The focus this time will be the front portion of the park, where they hope to freshen up the park entry and the area surrounding Clinton Library.

Camp Casey Pool Open All Summer!

12-5 Monday-Saturday $5 per swimmer www.spu.edu/caseypool 1276 Engle Road . Coupeville . 360-678-5050

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10 $ 15 $

Giulianiad: The Music of Mauro Giuliani Thursday, June 15, 7:00pm St. Augustine’s in-the-Woods Episcopal Church, Freeland Giulianiad, the final 2017 Salish Sea Early Music Festival program, features works for flute and guitar by Mauro Giuliani on period instruments with John Schneiderman on the early 19th-century guitar and Jeffrey Cohan on an 8-keyed flute made in London in 1820.

Admission is by suggested donation: $15, $20 or $25 (a free will offering), 18 & under free.

For more information, visit www.salishseafestival.org/whidbey or call (360) 331-4887.

Spanish Trip: An Immersion Spanish Camp July 10-14 and/or Aug 7-11, 10:00am-3:00pm $220 per week Take a trip to Chile, México and Spain in one week! Groups ages 3-6 years, 7-10 years, 11 & up (will be considered assistants)

Beauty & the Beast July 24-28 and/or Aug 21-25 10:00am-2:00pm $200 per week A great movement camp for boys and girls, featuring a Beauty & the Beast theme. Camp includes dance, Yoga, fitness, games and crafts. For ages 3-10 years.

Tumble, Twirls & Turns July 17-21, 10:00am-1:00pm $165 A dynamic camp for jumpers, cart wheelers, and little gymnasts. Introduction to tumble and training on turns and twirls. For ages 6-10.

Limited spaces.

Beauty & the Beast Teens Program Tuesdays & Thursdays July 3-31 and/or Aug 7-31, 3:00pm-5:00pm $190 per month Ballet, Contemporary, St Jazz and Lyrical. For ages 11 and up.

Locally Owned And Operated 24/7 Fitness Facility We offer Group Fitness classes, Barbell Strength & Fitness, Personal Trainers on Staff, Nutritionist on Staff, Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Cardio equipment, Free Weights, outdoor area, locker rooms with Showers and Saunas. We also provide Childcare at a minimal monthly cost.

featuring Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Mauy Thai and MMA

2800 NE Goldie St., #A, Suite 102, Oak Harbor

www.northendfitnesscenter.com • 360.675.1111

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FOR KIDS FOR ADULTS

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Register Online at OHFCL.org Early Registration Discount Ends June 15!

Final Day to Register is August 1st Practice begins August 1st For more information, visit ohfcl.org

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FARAWAY ENTERTAINMENT

Party Supplies For Every Celebration

Popcorn, Ice Cream & Sweets

Great Customer Service

Open Daily: 11am-6pm 851 SE Pioneer Way, Suite 101 (360)240-8937

270 SE Cabot Dr #2 Oak Harbor • 360-544-3068

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July 10 through August 3, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm For youth ages 6-18.

Register by Friday, June 30.

Fee $125 per student.

Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” Performances July 20th through July 30th Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30pm Sunday Matinees @ 2:30pm For More Information visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com or call 360-679-2237

Located Whidbey Playhouse Star Studio 730-A SE Midway Blvd • Oak Harbor

Spanish Trip - July 10-14 and/or Aug 7-11 An Immersion Spanish Camp!

Age groups 3-6 years, 7-10 years, 11 & up (will be considered assistants) Beauty & the Beast - July 24-28 and/or Aug 21-25 A great movement camp for boys and girls, featuring a Beauty & the Beast theme. For ages 3-10 years.

Tumble, Twirls & Turns - July 17-21, 10:00am-1:00pm A dynamic camp for jumpers, cart wheelers, and little gymnasts. For ages 6-10. Limited spaces.

Beauty & the Beast Teens Program Tuesdays & Thursdays July 3-31 and/or Aug 7-31 Ballet, Contemporary, St Jazz and Lyrical.

For ages 11 and up.

Cheer Camp - August 12 & 13 Stretching, motion, jumps, two cheers and a dance performance. For age groups 6-10 and 11-17.

MATINEES ALL SUMMER CHECK OUR WEBSITE AND LIKE US ON FACEBOOK FOR NEW RELEASES!

www.farawayentertainment.com Movie Hotline 360-279-2226 Book A Party or Special Showing 360-279-0526 1321 SW Barlow St • Oak Harbor

Summer at In Motion Co.

Camp Casey Open House

Living Word Vacation Bible School

For more information or to register, visit www. imcdancelearncreate.com or call (360) 682-6237

Friday, June 16, 12:00pm-4:00pm Camp Casey, Coupeville

June 26-30, 9:00am-12:30pm Living Word Church, Oak Harbor

Cheer Camp

Free tours of the fort at 1:00pm and 2:30pm.

Guided tour of the Colonel’s House, which is predominately used as retreat space for SPU leadership and special groups. The tour begins with a historical talk by SPU Professor of History Bill Woodward, and Fort Casey Volunteer Battalion member Steve Kobylk will lead the tour. Tours are at 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Visit the Sea Lab and learn about the creatures in our local waters. Free swimming during the open house. Enjoy a picnic on the lawn or come to fly a kite. For more information, call (360) 678-5050

A week of free fun for kids (grades K-6) featuring games, Bible stories, activities, music and more. Register online at livingwordoakharbor.com/vbs. The church is located at 490 NW Crosby Ave. For more information, call (360) 675-5008.

Saturday, August 12 & Sunday, August 13 6-10 years: Sat 2:15pm-4:15pm Sun 3:00pm-4:00pm 11-17 years: Sat 4:30pm-6:30pm Sun 4:30pm-5:30pm $45 Stretching, motion, jumps, two cheers and a dance performance.

“Show Stoppers” Summer Youth Theatre Workshop, 4 weeks of fun!

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Unplogged Coding in Motion July 3, 5, 6 & 7 6-8 years: 10:00am-11:30am $72 9-12 years: 12:00pm-2:00pm $100 Gain fluency in basic concepts of Computer Science hardware components and their function through board games, movement and hands on activities. No computer needed.

Limited spaces.

Camp Casey Pool Monday-Saturday, 12:00pm-5:00pm 1278 Engle Road, Coupeville Fee: $5 per swimmer Beat the heat this summer by relaxing at the pool. Camp Casey’s pool will be open all summer long for all your summer swimming needs. Fore more information, call (360) 678-5050 or visit www.spu.edu/caseypool

Island Dance June-August 714 Camano Ave, Langley Enroll your child in summer dance classes, Ballet & Pointe, Lyrical, Modern, Tap & Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Musical Dance Theater, Creative, Pre-Dance, International Latin, Sports Barre, Men’s Ballet, Yin Yoga, and Gymnastics.

Come out and enjoy the Island Dance recital in June located at the South Whidbey High School. The Advanced Dancer Workshop will be held in August. Contact (360) 341-1282 or islanddanceandgymnastics.com for more information.

“Orcas in our Midst” Educational Workshop Saturday, June 10, 10:30am-4:30pm Whidbey Children’s Theater, Langley $35 General, $25 Students/Seniors Come celebrate and learn about the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. Lunch is available. For more information, call or email Cindy Hansen, (360) 223-5666, cindy@orcanetwork. org. Register online at www.orcanetwork. org. Sponsored by Orca Network and Langley Whale Center as a part of Orca Awareness Month. Whidbey Children’s Theater is located at 723 Camano Ave.

Celebrate America!

Monday, July 3, begins at 3:00pm Freeland Park Bouncy House & Inflatables open at 3:00pm, food vendors at 4:00pm. Main Stage activities from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display over Holmes Harbor set to patriotic music.

Bring the family, lawn chairs, a blanket and enjoy an evening of wholesome entertainment. Admission is free. Free shuttle service from Freeland Park N Ride begins at 4:30pm.

For more information or make a donation, call (360) 221-1656 or go to www.swag-online. org

Sponsored by Soroptimist International of South Whidbey For middle school girls going into 6th, 7th & 8th grades in Fall 2017 July 11, 12 & 13 at Langley Middle School This camp is FREE! Registration closes July 1 For more information and to register, call (360) 331-4127 or email marlaneharrington@yahoo.com

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ROLLER BARN OPEN SKATE FRIDAYS! 6-8pm $5 for skaters $3 non skaters *Sorry, checks not accepted **Credit Card fees apply

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The Roller Barn • 98 NE Barron Dr • Oak harbor • 360-240-9273

State Parks Free Days The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission offers 12 free days each year when visitors are not required to display a Discover Pass for a day visit to a park.

The Discover Pass provides a whole year of vehicle access to millions of acres of parks, trails, water access sites and wildlife viewing areas on state-managed recreation lands.

Remaining Free Days for 2017: June 10 (Saturday): National Get Outdoors Day Aug. 25 (Friday): National Park Service’s 100th birthday Sept. 30 (Saturday): National Public Lands Day Nov. 11 (Saturday): Veteran’s Day Nov. 24 (Friday): Autumn Day

American Roots Music Series The Folk & Traditional Arts performances and events are brought to you, in part, by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Washington State Parks Foundation, and by funds generated through the sale of Washington State Parks license plates.

Concerts will be each Saturday at 7:00pm.

Admission to the shows are free, but a Discover Pass is required for vehicle access to the state park.

All performances are in the West Beach amphitheater on the Whidbey Island side of the park, weather permitting. If it’s raining, the performances will move to the East Cranberry Lake picnic shelter, also on the Whidbey Island side.

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Paper Airplane Contest Sponge Ball War Lemonade Stand Grateful Journal Dance Party Mini Golf Go Fishing Garage Band Go to the Library Paint Build Sand Castles Roll Down A Hill Learn to Sew Hula Hoop Contest Go Bowling Paint Your Own Pottery Scavenger Hunt Play Charades Learn Magic Tricks See a Play Board Games Play Tennis Go to a Farmers Market Stargaze Go to the Beach

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Walk a Dog at WAIF Go to the Park Visit a Historical Site Bean Bag Toss Family Sing-a-long Teddy Bear Picnic Sand Volleyball Take a Day Trip Learn a Dance Plant Something Play Hide-’n’-seek Family Movie Night Bug Collecting Learn to Cook Play Tetherball Make Popsicles Craft Projects Neighborhood Baseball Game Go to the Drive In Piano Lessons Bouncy House Paint a Canvas Go Rollerskating Kick the Can Toss a Football

76. Candy Store 77. Play Catch 78. Frozen Yogurt 79. Random Acts of Kindness 80. Watch the Sunset 81. Run through Sprinklers 82. Feed Ducks 83. Go to a Festival 84. Go Crabbing 85. Castle Park 86. Make Snow Cones 87. Ride in a Boat 88. Help a Stressed Mom 89. Visit a Pet Store 90. Car Wash 91. Homemade Ice Cream 92. Play Foursquare 93. Slide Down a Slide 94. DIY Spa Day 95. Make Playdough 96. Make a Movie 97. Collect Sea Shells 98. Make Bubbles 99. Make Dandelion Necklaces 100. Sidewalk Chalk Art

Summer at In Motion Co. DANCE CENTER • BILINGUAL LEARNING CENTER • RECREATION CENTER

We are an innovative space for children, and adults to explore the benefits of movement as a whole well being.

More classes, prices and information about us at: imcdancelearncreate.com

Unplogged Coding in Motion - July 3, 5, 6 & 7 Gain fluency in basic concepts of Computer Science hardware components and their function through board games, movement and hands on activities. No computer needed.

For age groups 6-8 years and 9-12 years.

Limited spaces.

390 NE Midway Blvd A202 (Log Cabin) Oak Harbor • 360-682-6237

Saturday, July 1, 2017 Ages 3 -12 • All Natural - No Makeup Miss Pioneer Way Royalty rides in the parade with Miss Oak Harbor!

Registration forms are available at Whidbey Playhouse, Peoples Bank in Oak Harbor and by email request to pageantwyse@gmail.com

Registration deadline is June 23, 2017

Whidbey Weekly We’re Your Summer Party & Event Headquarters!

FARAWAY ENTERTAINMENT

Party Supplies For Every Celebration

Popcorn, Ice Cream & Sweets

Great Customer Service

Open Daily: 11am-6pm 851 SE Pioneer Way, Suite 101 (360)240-8937

270 SE Cabot Dr #2 Oak Harbor • 360-544-3068

WHIDB

1966-2017

COMMUNITY THEATER

July 10 through August 3, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm For youth ages 6-18.

Register by Friday, June 30.

Fee $125 per student.

Disney’s “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.” Performances July 20th through July 30th Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays @ 7:30pm Sunday Matinees @ 2:30pm For More Information visit www.whidbeyplayhouse.com or call 360-679-2237

Located Whidbey Playhouse Star Studio 730-A SE Midway Blvd • Oak Harbor

Spanish Trip - July 10-14 and/or Aug 7-11 An Immersion Spanish Camp!

Age groups 3-6 years, 7-10 years, 11 & up (will be considered assistants) Beauty & the Beast - July 24-28 and/or Aug 21-25 A great movement camp for boys and girls, featuring a Beauty & the Beast theme. For ages 3-10 years.

Tumble, Twirls & Turns - July 17-21, 10:00am-1:00pm A dynamic camp for jumpers, cart wheelers, and little gymnasts. For ages 6-10. Limited spaces.

Beauty & the Beast Teens Program Tuesdays & Thursdays July 3-31 and/or Aug 7-31 Ballet, Contemporary, St Jazz and Lyrical.

For ages 11 and up.

Cheer Camp - August 12 & 13 Stretching, motion, jumps, two cheers and a dance performance. For age groups 6-10 and 11-17.

MATINEES ALL SUMMER CHECK OUR WEBSITE AND LIKE US ON FACEBOOK FOR NEW RELEASES!

www.farawayentertainment.com Movie Hotline 360-279-2226 Book A Party or Special Showing 360-279-0526 1321 SW Barlow St • Oak Harbor

Summer at In Motion Co.

Camp Casey Open House

Living Word Vacation Bible School

For more information or to register, visit www. imcdancelearncreate.com or call (360) 682-6237

Friday, June 16, 12:00pm-4:00pm Camp Casey, Coupeville

June 26-30, 9:00am-12:30pm Living Word Church, Oak Harbor

Cheer Camp

Free tours of the fort at 1:00pm and 2:30pm.

Guided tour of the Colonel’s House, which is predominately used as retreat space for SPU leadership and special groups. The tour begins with a historical talk by SPU Professor of History Bill Woodward, and Fort Casey Volunteer Battalion member Steve Kobylk will lead the tour. Tours are at 1:00pm and 2:30pm. Visit the Sea Lab and learn about the creatures in our local waters. Free swimming during the open house. Enjoy a picnic on the lawn or come to fly a kite. For more information, call (360) 678-5050

A week of free fun for kids (grades K-6) featuring games, Bible stories, activities, music and more. Register online at livingwordoakharbor.com/vbs. The church is located at 490 NW Crosby Ave. For more information, call (360) 675-5008.

Saturday, August 12 & Sunday, August 13 6-10 years: Sat 2:15pm-4:15pm Sun 3:00pm-4:00pm 11-17 years: Sat 4:30pm-6:30pm Sun 4:30pm-5:30pm $45 Stretching, motion, jumps, two cheers and a dance performance.

“Show Stoppers” Summer Youth Theatre Workshop, 4 weeks of fun!

Clean Roof Clean Windows Clean Gutters

YOUR LOCAL MOVIE THEATER

BIRTHDAY PARTIES • 4TH OF JULY BBQ’S & PICNICS • CLASS REUNIONS RETIREMENTS & MUCH MORE!

E HOUS Y A L EY P

Catch a Wave of Cleanliness

Time for a Sweet Treat!

Unplogged Coding in Motion July 3, 5, 6 & 7 6-8 years: 10:00am-11:30am $72 9-12 years: 12:00pm-2:00pm $100 Gain fluency in basic concepts of Computer Science hardware components and their function through board games, movement and hands on activities. No computer needed.

Limited spaces.

Camp Casey Pool Monday-Saturday, 12:00pm-5:00pm 1278 Engle Road, Coupeville Fee: $5 per swimmer Beat the heat this summer by relaxing at the pool. Camp Casey’s pool will be open all summer long for all your summer swimming needs. Fore more information, call (360) 678-5050 or visit www.spu.edu/caseypool

Island Dance June-August 714 Camano Ave, Langley Enroll your child in summer dance classes, Ballet & Pointe, Lyrical, Modern, Tap & Jazz, Hip Hop, Ballroom, Musical Dance Theater, Creative, Pre-Dance, International Latin, Sports Barre, Men’s Ballet, Yin Yoga, and Gymnastics.

Come out and enjoy the Island Dance recital in June located at the South Whidbey High School. The Advanced Dancer Workshop will be held in August. Contact (360) 341-1282 or islanddanceandgymnastics.com for more information.

“Orcas in our Midst” Educational Workshop Saturday, June 10, 10:30am-4:30pm Whidbey Children’s Theater, Langley $35 General, $25 Students/Seniors Come celebrate and learn about the endangered Southern Resident Orcas. Lunch is available. For more information, call or email Cindy Hansen, (360) 223-5666, cindy@orcanetwork. org. Register online at www.orcanetwork. org. Sponsored by Orca Network and Langley Whale Center as a part of Orca Awareness Month. Whidbey Children’s Theater is located at 723 Camano Ave.

Celebrate America!

Monday, July 3, begins at 3:00pm Freeland Park Bouncy House & Inflatables open at 3:00pm, food vendors at 4:00pm. Main Stage activities from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. The evening concludes with a spectacular fireworks display over Holmes Harbor set to patriotic music.

Bring the family, lawn chairs, a blanket and enjoy an evening of wholesome entertainment. Admission is free. Free shuttle service from Freeland Park N Ride begins at 4:30pm.

For more information or make a donation, call (360) 221-1656 or go to www.swag-online. org

Sponsored by Soroptimist International of South Whidbey For middle school girls going into 6th, 7th & 8th grades in Fall 2017 July 11, 12 & 13 at Langley Middle School This camp is FREE! Registration closes July 1 For more information and to register, call (360) 331-4127 or email marlaneharrington@yahoo.com

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State Parks Free Days The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission offers 12 free days each year when visitors are not required to display a Discover Pass for a day visit to a park.

The Discover Pass provides a whole year of vehicle access to millions of acres of parks, trails, water access sites and wildlife viewing areas on state-managed recreation lands.

Remaining Free Days for 2017: June 10 (Saturday): National Get Outdoors Day Aug. 25 (Friday): National Park Service’s 100th birthday Sept. 30 (Saturday): National Public Lands Day Nov. 11 (Saturday): Veteran’s Day Nov. 24 (Friday): Autumn Day

American Roots Music Series The Folk & Traditional Arts performances and events are brought to you, in part, by the National Endowment for the Arts, the Washington State Parks Foundation, and by funds generated through the sale of Washington State Parks license plates.

Concerts will be each Saturday at 7:00pm.

Admission to the shows are free, but a Discover Pass is required for vehicle access to the state park.

All performances are in the West Beach amphitheater on the Whidbey Island side of the park, weather permitting. If it’s raining, the performances will move to the East Cranberry Lake picnic shelter, also on the Whidbey Island side.

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Go Camping Play Tag Swimming Lessons Frisbee Golf Go for a Picnic Fly a Kite Frozen Yogurt Go Hiking Visit a Lake Make S’mores Dance in the Rain Read a Book Puppet Show Build a Blanket Fort Bike Ride Talent Show Paint Rocks Jump Rope Berry Picking Water Balloon Fight Homemade Slip ‘N’ Slide Kids Service Project Pick Wildflowers Visit the Museum Go to a Carnival

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Paper Airplane Contest Sponge Ball War Lemonade Stand Grateful Journal Dance Party Mini Golf Go Fishing Garage Band Go to the Library Paint Build Sand Castles Roll Down A Hill Learn to Sew Hula Hoop Contest Go Bowling Paint Your Own Pottery Scavenger Hunt Play Charades Learn Magic Tricks See a Play Board Games Play Tennis Go to a Farmers Market Stargaze Go to the Beach

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Walk a Dog at WAIF Go to the Park Visit a Historical Site Bean Bag Toss Family Sing-a-long Teddy Bear Picnic Sand Volleyball Take a Day Trip Learn a Dance Plant Something Play Hide-’n’-seek Family Movie Night Bug Collecting Learn to Cook Play Tetherball Make Popsicles Craft Projects Neighborhood Baseball Game Go to the Drive In Piano Lessons Bouncy House Paint a Canvas Go Rollerskating Kick the Can Toss a Football

76. Candy Store 77. Play Catch 78. Frozen Yogurt 79. Random Acts of Kindness 80. Watch the Sunset 81. Run through Sprinklers 82. Feed Ducks 83. Go to a Festival 84. Go Crabbing 85. Castle Park 86. Make Snow Cones 87. Ride in a Boat 88. Help a Stressed Mom 89. Visit a Pet Store 90. Car Wash 91. Homemade Ice Cream 92. Play Foursquare 93. Slide Down a Slide 94. DIY Spa Day 95. Make Playdough 96. Make a Movie 97. Collect Sea Shells 98. Make Bubbles 99. Make Dandelion Necklaces 100. Sidewalk Chalk Art

Summer at In Motion Co. DANCE CENTER • BILINGUAL LEARNING CENTER • RECREATION CENTER

We are an innovative space for children, and adults to explore the benefits of movement as a whole well being.

More classes, prices and information about us at: imcdancelearncreate.com

Unplogged Coding in Motion - July 3, 5, 6 & 7 Gain fluency in basic concepts of Computer Science hardware components and their function through board games, movement and hands on activities. No computer needed.

For age groups 6-8 years and 9-12 years.

Limited spaces.

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Saturday, July 1, 2017 Ages 3 -12 • All Natural - No Makeup Miss Pioneer Way Royalty rides in the parade with Miss Oak Harbor!

Registration forms are available at Whidbey Playhouse, Peoples Bank in Oak Harbor and by email request to pageantwyse@gmail.com

Registration deadline is June 23, 2017

8 July 1: 133D National Army Reserve Band, General's 7 Dixie Band - the best of Dixieland!

Register online at www.active.com/coupevillewa/cycling/races/tour-de-whidbey-2017?int=

Dancing Goat Yoga July 24-28, Ages 11-15 Girls Only

and your canines. Visit www.wagnwalk.org for more information.98277360-682-2341

July 8: Obe Quarless and the Caribbean Connection - Traditional steel drum music

Hydros for Heroes

Farm Life July 17-21, August 14-19, Ages 6-11

National Night Out

July 15: Bays Family Irish Band - Traditional Irish fiddle, concertina, and flute July 22: Squirrel Butter - Old-time duo with fiddle, banjo, guitar, and feet July 29: La Famille Leger - Acadian music from the Canadian Maritime Provinces

Oak Harbor Music Festival September 1-3 Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor Free

Saturday & Sunday, August 19 & 20 Oak Harbor Bay Come hear, see and feel the 8 Grand Prix Hydroplanes with their 1500 horsepower, super charged V-8 engines! These boats can reach speeds of 170 MPH and produce the biggest rooster tails this side of anywhere!

This two day event includes food vendors, a beer garden, music and much more! For more information, visit www.hydrosforheroes.com

Oak Harbor Football & Cheer League Agility Camp

Listen to 3 days of live music while enjoying family fun, arts, food and the beer garden. For more information, visit oakharborfestival.com

Saturdays, July 8 & 15, 9:00am Ft Nugent Park, Oak Harbor $25 per camp

Coupeville Arts & Crafts Festival

Camp fee includes lunch and a t-shirt. Register at the camp. For more information, email ohfclwildcats@gmail.com or visit www.ohfcl. org. Early registration discount for the 2017 Football and Cheer season ends June 15, final day to register is August 1. To register for the 2017 Oak Harbor Football and Cheer season, visit www.ohfcl.org

Saturday, August 12, 10:00am-6:00pm Sunday, August 13, 10:00am-5:00pm Downtown Coupeville The festival will begin with an art opening on Friday, August 11 at 7:00pm. For information, visit www.coupevillefestival.com or call (360) 678-5116.

Tour de Whidbey

Coupeville Boys & Girls Club

Saturday, August 19

Camps from June 19-August 31 $140 per week, per child

Cycle beautiful Central and Northern Whidbey Island. This year's event starts and ends at Coupeville Elementary School. Cool sea breezes, sunshine, nature and happy volunteers will greet each rider on the routes.

Join us for summer adventure and fun! Make new friends while going on field trips, swimming, playing games and more. To register, call (360) 678-5640 or visit http://bit.do/coupevillebgc

After the ride, head across the street to the Penn Cove Taproom! You can listen to music and enjoy delicious food, beer, wine or nonalcoholic beverages. They are offering $2 off a $10 purchase! Grab your coupon in the morning when you get your bib number.

Full Moon Rising Farm & Wilderness Camp

Come see one of the most beautiful areas of the Great Northwest, Whidbey Island. Sign up and enjoy a day touring one of Washington's most unique locations. This is not a race, but a scenic tour of Whidbey Island.

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Dragonfly Camp June 26-28, August 21-23, Ages 3-6

Whidbey Island Center for the Arts (WICA) All instructors have degrees in the art form and years of professional experience. For more information or to register, call (360) 221-8262 or visit wicaonline.org Tech Camp June 26-30, All Ages Green Art Camp July 24-28, Ages 5-18 Elements of Music July 5-7, Ages 7+ Introduction to Theatre July 3-28, Ages 3-4 (M,W,F), Ages 5-12 (M-F) Fast & Furious Filmmaking June 29-July 1, July 6-15, Ages 15+ Theatre Production Conservatory July 10-28, Ages 12+

OHFCL Pancake Breakfast Saturday, July 29, 8:00am-10:00am Applebee’s, Oak Harbor Tickets: $10 A fundraiser for the Oak Harbor Football and Cheer League. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, juice and coffee. For more information or advanced tickets, email ohfclwildcats@gmail.com

Wag ’N’ Walk

Contact (360) 622-6385 or www.fullmoonrisingfarm.com for more camp information.

Sunday, August 20, 11:00am-3:00pm Greenbank Farm

Coyote Camp July 17-21, August 14-18, Ages 6-11

Come out and join WAIF’s celebration of shelter animals. Take part in games for both you and your canine, enjoy fun contests, delicious food, a beer & wine garden, canine demonstrations, and vendors for your pet related needs. New this year is a “fun”draining 5K. Admission to Wag ’N’ Walk is free for your

Green Art Lab July 5-7, July 31-August 4, Ages 5+ Raven Camp July 17-21, Ages 11-15 Boys Only

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Tuesday, August 1, 3:30pm-7:30pm Ft Nugent Park, Oak Harbor NNO is a unique crime / prevention event involving citizens, law enforcement and emergency personnel from the City of Oak Harbor, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations, the Island County Sheriff’s Department, NAS Whidbey, and local officials from Island County. For more information, email ohlionspr@gmail.com or visit www.oakharborlions.org

Old Fashioned 4th of July Tuesday, July 4 Downtown Oak Harbor A nationally recognized 4th of July celebration with a parade, carnival, vendor booths and a fireworks show. For more information, visit oakharborchamber.com or call (360) 675-3755.

Crab Cakes & Cocktails Saturday, July 8, 4:00pm-7:00pm Flintstone Park, Oak Harbor Tickets $25 Launch crab season with an Island Party!

Featuring live music, seafood, the Crab Queens and lots of fun. For more information, visit oakharborchamber.com or call (360) 675-3755.

Cub Camp July 10-14, 4:30pm-8:30pm VFW Post 7392, Oak Harbor $95 for new scouts/$125 for returning For boys in grades 1-5 in Fall 2017. Cub camp is a great introduction to Cub Scouting. Activities include games, wood craft, archery safety and shooting, BB guns safety and shooting, and more. For more information or to register, visit www.islandscouting.org/cubcamp or email membership@islandscouting.org

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9 Pachyderm Intrigue & the Lessons Elephants Bring Monday, June 19, 2:00pm-3:00pm Coupeville Library

Clinton • Langley • Freeland Coupeville • Oak Harbor See schedule below Cost: Free

Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group: A Gentleman in Moscow Thursday, June 8, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a discussion of Amor Towles’ A Gentleman in Moscow, a transporting novel about a man who is ordered to spend the rest of his life inside a luxury hotel. For adults.

2nd Friday Nonfiction Book Group: Orange is the New Black Friday, June 9, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Enjoy reading nonfiction? Bring a friend and join the discussion of “Orange is the New Black” by Piper Kerman.

North Sound Writers Group Monday, June 12, 10:00am-1:00pm Freeland Library Join other writers to discuss, problem solve, share and receive feedback and work on the craft of writing. Everyone is welcome. For more information about this group visit northsoundwriters.com

Clinton Book Group Wednesday, June 14, 10:00am-11:00am Clinton Library Everyone is welcome to join our discussion of “H is for Hawk” by Helen Macdonald. Books are available to check out a month prior to the discussion at the Clinton Library. Next month’s selection will be “The Empathy Exams” by Leslie Jamison.

Literature & Laughter Book Group: “Elizabeth is Missing” Wednesday, June 14, 6:15pm-7:45pm Coupeville Library Join us for a discussion of “Elizabeth is Missing” by Emma Healey. All are welcome!

Friends of the Clinton Library Book Sale

Did you know elephants can hear and communicate over long distances using their feet?

Photographer Donald J. Miller shares information and images from four decades of photographing elephants; most recently while assisting conservation projects for the desert elephants of Namibia, Africa. Discover the complex communication and society of these amazing creatures and learn about the conservation work and volunteer opportunities of Elephant Human Relations Aid (EHRA).

3rd Tuesday Book Discussion Group: Defending Jacob Tuesday, June 20, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library Join us for a great book discussion of William Landay’s “Defending Jacob,” a fast, compelling, and compulsively readable courtroom drama about a district attorney’s son who is accused of killing a classmate. Everyone is welcome.

Alex Zerbe’s Zaniac Comedy Show Tuesday, June 20, 1:00pm & 3:00pm Oak Harbor Library With the energy of 1,000 suns, The Zaniac shines like a comedy beacon as he bounces from one end of the stage to the other like an untamed rubber band. Jaws will drop, and drool will fly as Alex juggles bowling balls, flaming torches and slices vegetables in half with a flying playing card. For children 6-11 with an adult.

Paint with Paper Wednesday, June 21, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Join multi-media artist Kristi O’Donnell and learn a fun and easy way to paint with paper.

Create colorful pieces in realistic, abstract or impressionistic formats. Your end product can be used as on the wall artworks, bookmarks, murals, post cards or sun-catchers.

Lit for Fun Book Discussion Group: Sapiens-A Brief History of Mankind Thursday, June 22, 9:00am-11:00am Freeland Library

Thousands of books for sale at bargain prices.

Additional fiction and non-fiction books every month. Proceeds support the Clinton Library.

Join us for a discussion of Yuval Noah Harari’s Sapiens - A Brief History of Humankind, which explores the ways in which biology and history have defined us and enhanced our understanding of what it means to be “human.” For adults.

Meet the Author and Illustrator

Stories with Sonie

Saturday, June 17, 10:00am-3:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave.

Saturday, June 17, 11:00am Coupeville Library

Fridays, June 23-July 28, 3:30pm-5:00pm Coupeville Library

Come hear veteran author-illustrator team Carole Lexa Schaefer and Pierr Morgan discuss their new book, “The Children’s Garden.”

For families with children of all ages. Program includes a fun craft for kids: Write and design your own seed packet! Book sales and signing follow.

Read aloud to Sonie, a patient listener and certified therapy dog. Reading aloud improves children’s reading skills and confidence, and reading to a therapy dog is a fun way to encourage reading practice and avoid summer reading slump. Pre-readers and independent readers are welcome. Caregiver required.

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Made By Hand: Miracle Glow Jars

Explore Summer: Wild about Owls

Saturday, June 24, 10:00am-12:00pm Freeland Library

Thursday, June 29, 1:00pm-2:00pm Coupeville Library

Make Miracle Glow Jars with glitter and liquid watercolor! These jars are cool to look at and can also be used as calming bottles. All materials are provided--choose your color! Kadampa Meditation Center Washington will provide a short introduction to meditation after the craft! Registration required.

For teens and tweens. Jenny Brown from the Whidbey Audubon Society will share her knowledge about local owls, and you will have the opportunity to dissect an owl pellet to find out what it ate! Through conservation efforts, you can help build a better world for owls.

Supplies limited.

Painting Butterflies with Carla Walsh?

Thursday Clinton Market: Pie Making 101 with Heidi Hammer

Saturday, June 24, 11:00am-12:00pm Clinton Library

Thursday, June 29, 4:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave.

Learn to paint butterflies outside under the sun in this fun, informational class with Carla.

Carla, a local artist and an experienced art teacher, will be joined this month by acoustic musician Jeff Eddy. Come share in this wonderful exploration of color and technique!

Learn new tips on pie making in this demonstration by the owner and baker of Wild Crow Pie Co.

Chris Fascione: Juggling Funny Stories!

Saturday, June 24, 6:00pm-7:00pm Coupeville Library You’ll be laughing out loud as nationallyknown family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children’s stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. Full of energy, humor and imagination, Chris creates colorful characters through his unique combination of acting, storytelling, comedy, and juggling.

Explore Washington’s Geology Monday, June 26, 2:00pm Oak Harbor Library Join geologist and author Gene Kiver for a multimedia presentation designed for the nongeologist, based on his recently published book Washington Rocks! A Guide to Geologic Sites in the Evergreen State. Book sales and signing following program.

LEGOS® in the Library Tuesday, June 27, 3:30pm-5:00pm Coupeville Library Build your best with LEGOS® in this open session for creating by yourself or with a building buddy. For ages 5 and up.

Build with Lego and Duplo Wednesday, June 28, 12:00pm-6:30pm Clinton Library Drop in any time between noon to 6:30pm to build and create with LEGO® and Duplo®.

Work independently or in a group. Stay for ten minutes or an hour.

Explore Summer: Animal Architects Wednesday, June 28, 1:00pm & 3:00pm Coupeville Library Put on your construction hats and meet busy builders from around the world. We’ll travel from the tops of the trees to deep underground to learn where the wild things live.

From dams to nests to body armor, these creative creatures will amaze you with their designs. Then, we’ll put our design skills to work and create a home fit for a feathered or furry friend. For children ages 6-11.

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Wednesday Night with the Stars: “Moana” Wednesday, July 5, 5:30pm-7:30pm Coupeville Library Join us for popcorn and a movie! This month we are showing “Moana.” Rated PG. Runtime 113 minutes.

Literature & Laughter Book Group: “Comedy of Errors” Wednesday, July 12, 6:15pm-7:45pm Coupeville Library Join us for a discussion of “Comedy of Errors”

by William Shakespeare. All are welcome!

“Comedy of Errors” will be performed at the 2017 Island Shakespeare Festival.

2nd Friday Nonfiction Book Group: Reader’s Choice Friday, July 14, 10:30am-12:00pm Coupeville Library Enjoy reading nonfiction? Bring a friend and join the discussion of your reader’s choice.

Explore Summer: Brushbot Workshop Friday, July 14, 1:00pm-2:00pm Coupeville Library Turn a toothbrush into a simple vibrating robot in this workshop designed for tweens. Build and customize your own brushbot using a battery, a motor, and a toothbrush. 10 kits available; first come, first served. For tweens and teens.

Write Now: Writing Poetry Inside Out Sunday, July 16, 2:00pm-3:30pm Coupeville Library In Writing Poetry Inside Out you will explore and deepen your practice of reading and writing poetry through: 1. Internal development of your own voice, 2. Translation of that inner voice to the written page, 3. Polish your work through critique and the art of revision, 4.

Create and sustain your personal connection to the publishing market, and 5. Celebrate acceptances and rejections.

North Sound Writers Group Sunday, July 23, 1:00pm-4:00pm Coupeville Library Join other writers to discuss, problem solve, share and receive feedback and work on the

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10 2016 SUMMER TENNIS CAMPS YOUTH SUMMER TENNIS CAMP Camp is open to kids entering grade 3 and above.

Six Classes will be offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Oak Harbor High School.

Classes will run from June 21 through July 28, 2017. Beginners will be scheduled in morning classes with intermediate and advanced students in afternoon classes Times: 9:15-10:15 a.m. • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

11:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. • 1:15-2:15 p.m.

2:25-3:25 p.m. • 3:35-4:35 p.m.

Equipment: Tennis Racket and tennis shoes.

Fee: $50 or $80 for family of two, $100 for family of three and for family over three add $20 per applicant.

The camp will be conducted on OHHS tennis courts.

ADULT SUMMER TENNIS CAMP

June 20-July 27, 2017 on Tues & Thurs 6 - 7 p.m. Beginners to Intermediates 7 - 8 p.m. Intermediates to Advance Fee: $50

INDIVIDUAL/GROUP LESSONS Individual lessons $25 per hour Group of two $13 per hour, per person Group of three $9 per hour, per person Group of Four (max) $7 per hour, per person

Contact: Horace Mells at 360-675-5006 or http://www.horacemells.usptapro.com

craft of writing. Everyone is welcome. For more information about this group visit northsoundwriters.com

One-on-One Business Mentoring Friday, June 9, 2017 3:00-4:00pm or 4:00-5:00pm Freeland Library Starting a business or growing an existing one? Have an idea but not sure what to do next? Ron Claude, a local SCORE volunteer mentor brings 25+ years of executive experience to one-on-one counseling sessions aimed at helping your business thrive. Please preregister.

Ebooks: Downloading Help Session for Kindle Readers Saturday, June 10, 10:00am-11:00am Freeland Library Hands on help for your Kindle reader. Bring your Kindle, power cable and Amazon login passwords. Please preregister for this event.

Ebooks: Downloading Help Session for iPads and iPhones Saturday, June 10, 11:00am-12:00pm Freeland Library Hands on help for your Apple device eReader.

Bring your Apple device, power cable and Apple iTunes login password. Please preregister for this event.

WorkSource: Find Better Works More Efficiently Wednesday, June 14, 8:00am-9:00am Freeland Library An orientation to WorkSourceWA.com, Washington's premier job matching website. WorkSourceWA helps you find the qualified talent you need faster. Post unlimited jobs at no cost, access the largest talent database in the state and utilize award winning talent-management software.

WorkSource: Orientation Wednesday, June 14, 9:30am-11:00am Freeland Library An overview of the services available at your local WorkSource office to assist with all

of the very useful applications we will survey.

Please preregister to reserve a laptop or bring your own laptop and mobile device.

phases of the job search. You will be introduced to an array of employment and training services and to WorkSourceWA.com, your premier online resource to look for work in Washington. This information is appropriate for any job seeker to assist with your specific needs.

One-on-One Business Mentoring Friday, June 23, 2017 3:00pm-4:00pm or 4:00pm-5:00pm Freeland Library

WorkSource: Interview Ready Wednesday, June 14, 1:30pm-4:00pm Freeland Library You might have the best résumé ever, but if you don’t interview well, it won’t matter. Being able to handle a job interview is a necessity for any job seeker. Knowing what employers are looking for and being prepared are absolute musts. In this workshop, you will learn valuable interviewing tips and have the chance to practice answers to frequently asked—and sometimes difficult—questions in a supportive, realistic environment.

Books2Movies Friday, June 16, 2:00pm-4:30pm Freeland Library This group will focus on books that were made into movies. Read/Listen to the book, then join us for the movie and a lively talk on the third Friday of each month beginning at 2:00pm.

Enjoy coffee/tea, candy and popcorn, and meet with fellow book lovers. Brandon Henry, who you may have seen at The Clyde Theater, will lead the discussion. This month's selection is Nicholas Martin and Jasper Rees' Florence Foster Jenkins. She had no pitch, no rhythm, and no tone. Still, Florence Foster Jenkins became one of America’s best-known sopranos.

Your Google Account: Exploring the Photos and Sharing Options Wednesday, June 21, 10:00am-11:30am Freeland Library With a Gmail account you can access a suite of very powerful computing tools from Google.

This informational presentation will take a basic tour of the software available for your use with a Google account. Google Drive, Photos, Docs, Calendar and Maps are some

Starting a business or growing an existing one? Have an idea but not sure what to do next? Ron Claude, a local SCORE volunteer mentor brings 25+ years of executive experience to one-on-one counseling sessions aimed at helping your business thrive. Please preregister.

Stories with Sonie Fridays, June 23-July 28, 3:30pm-5:00pm Coupeville Library Read aloud to Sonie, a patient listener and certified therapy dog. Reading aloud improves children’s reading skills and confidence, and reading to a therapy dog is a fun way to encourage reading practice and avoid summer reading slump. Pre-readers and independent readers are welcome. Caregiver required.

Summer Reading Kickoff with Chris Fascione: Juggling Funny Stories Saturday, June 24, 1:00pm Clinton Community Hall, 6411 S. Central Ave. You'll be laughing out loud as nationallyknown family entertainer Chris Fascione brings children's stories to life with his high-spirited and innovative performances. Full of energy, humor and imagination, Chris creates colorful characters through his unique combination of acting, storytelling, comedy, and juggling.

Storytelling World Award winner Chris brings out the kid in everyone, as adults and children alike have fun participating in the show. This program is supported by the Friends of the Clinton Library.

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The Store with the Big Heart

(360)675-1133

600 SE Barrington Dr • Oak Harbor Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-5:30pm Donation Hours: Mon-Sat 9am-4pm

ORCAS IN OUR MIDST Educational Workshop to Celebrate and Learn about Southern Resident Orcas Part of Orca Awareness Month

Saturday, June 10, 2017 10:30am - 4:30pm Whidbey Children’s Theater, Langley

$35 General $25 Students/Seniors For more information call or email Cindy Hansen at 360-223-5666 or cindy@orcanetwork.org.

Register online at www.orcanetwork.org

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'Explore Summer: Build a Better World' is underway

LIBRARIES NEWS RELEASE: 'Explore Summer: Build a Better World' is underway

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• Global Citizens: Learn more about the many cultures and people of the world • How We Live: Does your school or home look different from other kids in your neighborhood or around the globe?

For 2017, the Explore Summer theme is

“Build a Better World” and all 22 commuhe Explore Summer theme is nity libraries across Snohomish and Island tter World” and all 22 community counties have lined up a summer’s worth rossofSnohomish and Island activities for children and tweens/teens, ave said lined upMoore, a summerʼs Leslie children's andworth outreachof services manager for Sno-Isle Libraries.said or children and tweens/teens, “Sno-Isle Libraries perfect place to re, children's andis the outreach help your off,” Moore anager for imagination Sno-Isletake Libraries.

• Makers & Tinkerers: Are you a maker?

Do you love to tinker? Check out one of these books and get to work!

• STEM: Science activities, experiments and fiction

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magination take off,” Moore said. and reading are central to "Explore anyBooks of the community libraries or online books, movies, activities and a whole of utilizing physical comedy, lot mime, for kids for and teens all summer long tomusic, Motion Summer: Build a Better World." Studies

music, magic and sound effects to building keep them engaged in the joy of learnshow students who take part in summer roller coasters and creating cardboard cars ing,” Moore said. “They’re all listed on reading significantly improve their reading powered balloons. the Explore Summer calendar online.” reading are central to Explore Summer: Build a Better World.

Studies showby that students who skills and are more ready when they return Minecraft Here are a few of those programs: to school reading in the fall. significantly improve their reading skills and are more ready when they return summer Sno-Isle Libraries is all about the Minecraft n thePartfall.

Reptiles of Explore Summer is a reading chalvideo game, from introductory sessions to lenge that allows participants to earn free Isaac Peterson and The Reptile Man, Scott bring-it-on tournaments. lorebooks.

Summer is a reading challengePetersen, that allows participants to earn free books.

The challenge The challenge has four steps: will bring some of the reptiles And, for those who can’t make it to a eps: 1. Register at sno-isle.org/beanstack.org such as snakes, alligators and tortoises community library, there is Explore Summer from the Reptile Zoo in Monroe.

2. Track 10 hours of reading on a print– DIY. Print out one of these do-it-yourself er at sno-isle.org/beanstack.org able reading log or online Bridges activities such as making a paper house, a 10 hours of reading on a printable reading log or online 3. Win! Show the completed log, either drum, or story quilt.

Build a bridge using K'nex and learn how Show the completed or online, to a library staff member and then choose a free paper or online, to alog, libraryeither staff paper to get from here to there.

Besides the reading challenge and activimember and then choose a free book. ties, Sno-Isle Libraries staff members have Wired Up reading to “Build Better World.” For every additional 10 hours logged, participants earnand a lists vote 4. Keep reading toa“Build a Better developed reading categories as Staff members from the Pacific Science World.”

For every additional 10 hours jumping-off points for young readers.

“We mething new a Sno-Isle Libraries community of explore their elecchoice.

Center will helplibrary participants logged, participants earn a vote for also want children and teens to just enjoy tricity. something new at Sno-Isle Libraries challenge, readingfor and kids have the fun teens of exploring to great books and the reading we have fun, free programs and all and Physics community library of their choice. learning,” Moore said. ng to keep them engaged in the joy of learning,” Moore said. “Theyʼre all listed on the Explore

“In addition to great books and the readlendar online.” ing challenge, we have fun, free programs

few of those programs:

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The Explore Summer booklist categories for children includes:

• Young Writers & Cartoonists: Learn from authors, illustrators and comic book artists how to create a story or cartoon this summer.

• The Stories We Tell: Folktales and fairy tales from around the world Booklist categories for teens include: • Build a Better World with Graphic Novels • Inspirational Nonfiction • Build a Better World with Teen Fiction • The Everett Public Schools 2017 Summer Reading Adventure About Sno-Isle Libraries

Sno-Isle Libraries serves 728,745 residents in Snohomish and Island counties through 22 community libraries, online services and Library on Wheels.

For more information • Leslie Moore, Sno-Isle Libraries Children's and Outreach Services Manager, 360-651-7055, lmoore@sno-isle.org • Jim Hills, Sno-Isle Libraries Public Information Manager, 360-651-7050, jhills@sno-isle.org

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