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HEADING HOME THIS MORNING after a nature walk in the Yakima River Canyon with the Explore Central Washington program, a couple thoughts came to mind: 1. Next time, remember the sunscreen. 2. I love summertime in the Yakima Valley. This issue has 36 pages filled with Like Us: facebook.com/yakimabusybee.com all kinds of fun, educational and Friend Me: facebook.com/yakima.mama mostly free stuff to do with your kids in the next two months: Allied Arts and Yakima Parks & Recreation are hosting outdoor movies and free art projects in the parks (p. 7-11). Yakima Valley Libraries offer a fun summer reading program with prizes and special events (p. 21). The Yakima Greenway’s Kiddin’ Around program encourages kids and parents to get exercise. And Explore Central Washington, a partnership between Busybee and the Yakima Valley Museum, is organizing a series of field trips to introduce families to our region’s people and places (p. 17-20). My summer calendar is absolutely packed. We’re going to have a lot of fun. Of course, there’s still plenty of opportunity for popsicles and playing in the sprinkler, backyard BBQs, baseball games and a camping trip or two. And I suppose that by the time the end of August is here, I’ll be ready for cooler weather and the kids will be eager to buy new backpacks and see their friends at school. But, for now, we’re going to slap on some sunscreen, go outside and explore. Hope to see you around!

cover kid Seven-year-old Danae MillaRay Maltos was all smiles during our photo shoot at Yakima’s Kiwanis Park. Photo by kelly allan

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Park Patrol Ever wonder which parks have the best playground equipment? Or the best paths for bikes and jogging strollers? Or shade trees in the heat of summer? Busybee wants to know, too, and we need your help. We’re building a parks directory — with photos! — at yakimabusybee.com to give parents like you the skinny on the stuff you really want to know: Is there a play area for toddlers? Are there restrooms? Is it worth the drive? To get the ball rolling, this issue features three local parks worth checking out, as well as information about free movies, concerts and art workshops coming to area parks this summer. Oh, and did we mention they’re all free? When you’re not out enjoying all these great activities, please take a few moments to send reviews and photographs of your favorite (or not so favorite) parks to sara@yakimabusybee.com. Have a great summer!

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Make Free Art! Stop by the park to create free art projects with the Allied Arts Summer ArtsVan. Through July, the van and its creative staff will stop at two parks each weekday to help kids make projects around this summer’s theme, “I’m a Hero!” A new project is offered each week.

• June 27–July 1: Thank You Cards • July 5– 8: The Wishing Tree • July 11-15: Heroic Cause Posters • July 18– 22: Papel Picado • July 25–29: Sidewalk Chalk Art Mondays: 10 a.m. to noon at Franklin Park, S. 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima. 1-3 p.m. Miller Park, N. Fourth and E streets, Yakima. Tuesdays: 10 a.m. to noon at Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima. 1-3 p.m. Southeast Yakima Community Center, S. Eighth and Arlington streets, Yakima. Wednesdays: 10 a.m. to noon at Kissel Park, S. 32nd and Mead avenues, Yakima. 1-3 p.m. Tieton Park, Tieton. Thursdays: 10 a.m. to noon at Chesterley Park, 40th Avenue and River Road, Yakima. 1-3 p.m. Milroy Park, N. 16th and Lincoln avenues, Yakima. AND 6:30-8:30 p.m. July 7-Aug. 11 at Franklin Park. Fridays: 10 a.m. to noon at Railroad Park, 10 N. Asotin Ave., Toppenish. 1-3 p.m. Lions Park on S. Camas Avenue, Wapato.

Kids love the saddle spinners at yakima’s kiwanis park. photo by kelly allan

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Kiwanis Park

This newcomer to the Yakima park scene emerged as a top contender for the title of Yakima’s Best Park last year with the installation of a sprawling $150,000 playground, compliments of the Downtown Rotary Club. Also known as the Gateway Sports Complex, Kiwanis Park is home to the city’s top softball fields, a skate park, basketball courts and a duck pond. Kids love the new playground’s unusual climbing structures, including a nearly 18foot “Spacenet” tower. Parents love the shady setting. Kiwanis Park is located on South Fair Avenue at East Maple Street, Yakima. Restrooms are located on Fair Avenue near the skate park.

max bristol perches on the spacenet climber. photo by kelly allan

Catch a Free Concert! Grab a blanket, pack a picnic and head to Yakima’s Franklin Park (S. 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive) for a free concert and laid-back evening with friends. The Summer Sunset Concert Series is presented from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday evenings, July 7-Aug. 11. Free ArtsVan projects for kids are available at the picnic shelter. Here’s the concert schedule: July 7: Tracy Spring, folk July 14: Gentlemen Wild, rock/pop July 21: Kris Orlowski, folk rock July 28: School of Rock All Stars, rock classics Aug. 4: Barton Carroll & Dimestone Mystery, Americana/folk

The Yakima Valley Community Band will give a series of free weeknight concerts at area parks. Variety performances featuring Broadway hits, movie scores and Sousa marches will begin at 7 p.m. Picnics are welcome. Here’s the schedule: Wednesdays, July 6-Aug. 10: Randall Park, 48th avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. Thursdays, July 14 and Aug. 11: Toppenish Railroad Park, 10 Asotin Ave., Toppenish. Thursdays, July 21 and Aug. 4: Wixson Park, 216 S. Third St., Selah.

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Applewood Park

This shady park in downtown Naches offers a nice playground, picnic tables and a pair of tennis courts. But we especially like the public pool. Less crowded than Yakima’s Franklin Pool, the Naches City Pool (105 W. Fourth Street) is a hit with moms of younger kids who like the zero-depth beach entry. Recreational swim is open from 1-3 p.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m. daily through the summer. Evening swim is offered Fridays and Saturdays from 6:15-7:30 p.m. Admission is $2 per person for Naches Fire District residents and $2.50 for everybody else. Call 509-653-2353. For more information about area pools, visit yakimabusybee.com.

Randall Park Often called the “Duck Park,” Randall Park is the place to go in Yakima when you turn up a stale loaf of bread. Still, this large park isn’t just for the birds: You’ll find an open field perfect for kites or balls, a paved path that loops around the park, nature trails, several covered picnic shelters, sand volleyball, basketball courts, shade trees and a medium-sized playground. There are parking lots on both 44th and 48th avenues a few blocks south of Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima. Restrooms and playground are near the 44th Avenue lot.

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Watch a Free Movie! Bring blankets and a picnic and enjoy family favorites under the stars with Outdoor Summer Cinema, sponsored by Allied Arts and Yakima Parks & Recreation. The films are shown on a 16-by-20 foot inflatable screen with a theater-quality sound system. Movies are shown Friday evenings at Randall Park and Sunday evenings at Gilbert Park. Admission is free; non-perishable food donations for Northwest Harvest are encouraged. Show begins at sunset, about 8:30 p.m. Here’s a look at this summer’s lineup:

Sunday evenings: Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. July 17 — Yogi Bear, animated film set in Jellystone Park. Voices by Dan Aykroyd and Justin Timberlake. Rated PG. July 24 — Megamind, a animated superhero film with voices by Will Ferrell, Brad Pitt and Tina Fey. Rated PG. July 31 — Eclipse, the third film in the “Twilight” vampire series. Rated PG-13. Aug. 7 — The Last Song, starring Miley Cirus. A rebellious girls spends the summer with her father. Rated PG. Aug. 14 — Toy Story 3, animated hit starring Tom Hanks and Tim Allen. What will happen to Andy’s toys when he leaves for college? Rated PG. Friday evenings: Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. July 22 — Shrek Forever After, fourth film in the animated series. Voices by Mike Myers, Cameron Diaz and Eddie Murphy. Rated PG. July 29 — Jumanji, starring Robin Williams and Kirsten Dunst. Two kids playing an old board game release a host of dangers. Rated PG.

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Aug. 12 — Secretariat, starring Diane Lane and John Malkovich. A longshot stallion sets the unbeaten record for winning the Triple Crown. Rated PG. OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES • Saturday, Aug. 6, see last year’s remake of The Karate Kid (PG), starring Jackie Chan and Jaden Smith, during a special event at Yakima’s Sarg Hubbard Park. At 7 p.m., see a live martial arts demonstration and learn anti-bullying strategies. The movie begins at dusk. Admission is free. This presentation is part of the Yakima Greenway’s Kiddin’ Around summer program. Sarg Hubbard Park is located at 111 S. 18th St. on the Yakima Greenway next to the eastside Walmart. For info, 509-453-8280. • Saturday, Aug. 13, swim alongside everybody’s favorite animated clown fish when you see Finding Nemo at Franklin Pool, 2102 Tieton Drive, Yakima. The show begins at 8:30 p.m. Admission is $2 youth, $3.75 adult or $10 for a family of two adults and four of their own children. Bring your own inner tube. This Dive ‘N Movie event is part of the Kiddin’ Around summer program. For info, 509-575-6035.

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ids will get a lot of satisfaction from the steep but super short hike to Red Top Lookout, which offers sweeping panoramic views from its rocky peak. Late in the summer, you may get a look inside the lookout, which is still used during fire season. The trail is a bit of a puffer, climbing 350 feet in less than a mile, but the lure of the tower is enough to keep kids motivated. Overall, it’s one of the state’s easiest hikes to the top of a mountain, and the view is spectacular. On a clear day, you can see Mt. Rainier, the Kittitas Valley and the spectacular Stuart Range. Keep an eye out for thunder eggs and agates along the trail. Be sure to wear good shoes as the trail has loose rock above the tree line, and keep a close eye on the kiddos up top as the area near the lookout is a bit exposed. Recommended for ages 5 and up. - Sara Bristol

Getting There From I-90, take Exit 106 west of Ellensburg and follow US Hwy 97 north toward Leavenworth/Wenatchee. Just past the Mineral Springs Campground, turn left onto FR 9738. In 2.6 miles, go left on FR 9702. Drive 4.5 miles to the trailhead. (Note: Although we didn’t use our 4wd, the road is rocky and requires high clearance in some areas). Nonflush toilet available. Northwest Forest Pass ($30 annual) required.

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Summer Safety

ummer means warm weather and lots of time spent outdoors. Here are some tips to keep in mind to keep your kids and family safe this summer.

Sun Exposure | Limit the time in the

sun between the hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wear a sunscreen with at least 30 SPF and re-apply every two hours after swimming or sweating.

Hydration | It’s

easy for kids to become dehydrated when they’re playing outside. Have water or sports drinks available and have them drink every 20 minutes while exercising in the heat. Kids need to replace electrolytes lost in sweat so drinking a carbohydrate-electrolyte beverage after an hour of exercise is a better option than soda, juice or milk.

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| Kids should not be left alone in or near a pool or spa, not even for one moment. Fencing around a pool should be at least four feet high and should not have any openings or protrusions that a young one could climb over, get under or through.

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Bug Bites, Stings and Ticks | If you’re using insect repellent that contains DEET, use it sparingly on kids and make sure the concentration is between 10-30 percent. A non-toxic option according to the Centers for Disease Controls is a repellent containing picaridin or oil of lemon eucalyptus. The CDC says these formulations reduce mosquito bites just as well as repellents with low levels of DEET. If you’re using both sunscreen and insect repellent, apply sunscreen first and then repellent. YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • JULY | AUGUST 2011

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’ n i h s i F Gone Need an excuse to spend a gorgeous summer day with your family? Kids love the idea of hunting for worms, tossing out a line and catching their own dinner (even if they won’t eat anything but chicken nuggets). In Washington, kids 14 and younger don’t need a fishing license. Licenses are required for anglers 15 years and up, and are available for a single day or a season; inquire at a sporting goods store or visit wdfw.wa.gov for details. Whether you catch and release, fry ‘em up or don’t catch anything at all, fishing can be a great excuse to net a few hours of quality family time. Here are a few tips for a successful fishing outing with kids: CHECK YOUR GEAR. Make sure you have a working kid-sized rod and reel, fishing line, hooks, bait and a bucket. Also, bring along an identification guide, measuring tape, notebook and pencils so kids can document their catch. Don’t forget the camera!

PACK MORE GEAR. You’re heading out of the house with

kids, right? Be sure to bring sunscreen, mosquito repellant and a first aid kit. Also, pack plenty of fun snacks (maybe some gummy worms) and cold drinks.

DRESS IN LAYERS. It’s often cooler along the water, and nothing spoils a day faster than a kid whining because she’s cold. Also, where there’s water, kids find a way of getting wet. Bring an extra set of dry clothing, just in case. If you’re heading out on a boat, children 12 and younger are required to wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket.

GO ON A BAIT HUNT. Collecting bait can be as fun as catching fish. Charge

the kids with digging for worms or rolling bread balls with soft white bread.

ENJOY THE DAY. Younger kids lose interest quickly, so focus on enjoying the day. Allow time for skipping stones, throwing sticks or looking for wildflowers. Head home when the kids are done. You may go hours without getting a bite, but you can always make up a story about how you caught a really big fish and decided to throw it back. For more information about fishing with kids, visit wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/kids.

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Ponds are a great place to learn to fish. If kids get bored, they can run around and explore on the shore. These local fishin’ holes are stocked in the spring with rainbow trout. For a list of more locations, inquire at the Visitor Information Center, 101 N. Fair Ave., Yakima. Reflection Pond at Sarg Hubbard Park — 3.5-acre pond limited to juveniles and holders of disability licenses. Open year-round. Rainbow trout and catfish. Restrooms, picnic tables and playground at the park, 111 S. 18th Street, just east of Walmart, Yakima.

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Myron Lake — 12-acre lake on the Yakima Greenway. Access parking lot from Fruitvale Boulevard, .2 miles east of 40th Avenue. Rotary Lake — 23-acre lake on the Yakima Greenway. From North First Street, turn east on R Street, turn left at the Trail Wagons entrance and follow the dirt road under the freeway to the parking lot. The lake is about ¼ mile north on the pathway. McCabe Pond — Located 5 miles southeast of Ellensburg at the junction of Thrall Road and Canyon Road. Open year-round, five-fish limit. Rainbow trout and catfish.

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Attention Homeschoolers!

Homeschool families are invited to attend the free Eastern Washington Homeschooling Conference on Saturday, Aug. 20. The event will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Homelink, 14 S. Sixth Ave., Yakima. Participants should bring a sack lunch. A youth class on “The Constitution and Voting” will meet at the same time. Participants register in advance and bring $2 for a pizza lunch. Register on Facebook, search Eastern Washington Homeschooling Conference, or call Dee at 509-941-7799 for more information.

Anyone old enough to run can participate in Yakima Youth Track, a three-week program to learn, practice and enhance skills for track and field. The family-oriented evening program meets Mondays through Wednesdays, July 11-27. The program, which is open to any athlete from pre-school to adult, will provide instruction in all track and field events

including speed development, flexibility, strength training, motivation and mental preparation. Instructors are high school and college-level coaches and athletes. The cost is $50 per participant with a $150 maximum per family. Practices will be Mondays and Tuesdays from 6:30- 7:30 p.m. (preschool-5th grade) and 7:30-8:30 p.m. (6th

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grade-adult). All-comers track meets will be held at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. There will be a $5 entry fee for all non-YYT members. All activities will be held at East Valley High School, 1900 Beaudry Road, Yakima. For more information, call Jennifer Wells at 509-678-5680 or email wellss@riversidechristian.net.

Safe Sitter Classes

A restored World War II bomber will be on display July 5-11 at Yakima’s McAllister Museum of Aviation, 2008 S. 16th Ave., just south of Washington Avenue; 509-457-4933. A $5 donation is asked to look inside the B-25 Mitchell, named “Maid in the Shade.” Admission to the museum is also by donation. To inquire about booking a ride ($395/$650), call the Commemorative Air Force at 602-448-2350. Minimum passenger age is 12.

Boys and girls ages 11-13 can learn safe and nurturing child care techniques this summer during a two-day Safe Sitter course offered by Memorial’s Community Education Center, 2506 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. The course will meet 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. two consecutive days. Dates offered are July 5-6 and 13-14, Aug. 4-5, 10-11 and 17-18. Cost is $60; limited scholarships available. Participants receive a take-home manual and completion card. For more information, or to register, call Sarah Boothman at 509-225-3179.

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What is this? Explore Central Washington is a gister once How does it work? Re y Museu m to be with the Ya kima Va lle o or all of the eli gible to go on one, tw the su mmer. field trips throu ghout fer red. However, Pre-registration is pre any tou r. A you may reg ister before vided on the reg istration for m is pro next pa ge. reg istration fee There’s a $5 one-time 0 per fam ily. per ch ild, capped at $2 required. All Pa rent pa rticipation is you’l l need to activities are free, but portation and provide your ow n tra ns encou raged. water. Sa ck lunches are

a.m. at the site, Tours wi ll beg in at 10 . If you need un less otherw ise noted s or caravan to reg ister, get direction Ya kima Va lley to the site, meet at the trip wi ll be two Museu m at 9 a.m. Ea ch erw ise noted. hours lon g un less oth clothi ng and Please wear appropriate — NO sanda ls or footwear for wa lki ng flip flops! Sorry, NO pets!

new summer field trip program designed to get kids and parents excited about our region’s history, natural resources and diverse cultures. Through a series of 14 field trips that reach from Toppenish to Vantage, we’ll discover the people and places that make our corner of the world unique.

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petrified trees, a prehistoric mammoth tusk and a bald eagle. Hop aboard a trolley, step inside a teepee and ride on a locomotive caboose. Learn an old-fashioned way to make butter and explore modern technologies for harnessing wind energy. Listen to traditional Native American legends, gaze at the stars and see a rare wildflower that grows only here, in Central Washington. Explore!

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the schedule Explore Central Washington Yakima ValleY museum — Yakima — 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, June 21. We start our journey with an especially-for-families tour of the Yakima Valley Museum, located at 2105 Tieton Drive in Yakima. See a mammoth tusk, learn about the Valley’s Japanese pioneers and see what happened locally when Mount St. Helens erupted in 1980. Then spend some time in the hands-on Children’s Underground. After your visit, consider stopping for an ice cream cone at the Museum Soda Fountain or have a picnic in Franklin Park.

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selah Cliffs interpretiVe trail — North of Selah — 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 25. We’ll take a short, stroller-accessible hike in the Yakima River Canyon to seek out the rare basalt daisy and see an historic wild horse round-up corral. Wear long pants and good walking shoes (no sandals or flip flops); bring water, sunscreen, hats and binoculars. If you’d like to bring a sack lunch, there are tables at the site. The trailhead is located at an unmarked parking lot across from Sundown M Ranch on State Route 821; meet at YVM at 9 a.m. if you prefer to caravan to the site.

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CWu planetarium — Yakima — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday, July 6 at the Yakima Valley Museum. Learn about stars and constellations during a 30-minute celestial presentation inside a portable planetarium. Shows begin at 10:15 a.m., 11 a.m., 11:45 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:15 p.m. The 11 a.m. show will be tailored for kids under 6, the 1:15 p.m. show for ages 10 and up.

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GinkGo petrified forest — Vantage — 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9. Explore one of the most unusual fossil forests in the world, located on the Columbia River an hour’s drive northeast of Yakima. We’ll take a geology hike with eastern Washington geologist Jack Powell and visit the interpretive center at Ginkgo Petrified Forest State Park. Tour highlights include petrified trees and Wanapum petroglyphs. Wear long pants and appropriate footwear for walking (no sandals or flip flops), sunscreen and a hat; bring binoculars, water and a sack lunch. The tour starts at 10:30 a.m. at the interpretive center: From I-90, take exit 136 north through Vantage one mile. Meet at YVM at 9 a.m. if you prefer to caravan to the park.

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AhtAnum mission — West of Yakima — 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 23. Visit the hand-hewed log church and rectory built on the land of Chief Kamiakin. Can we still find his garden? We’ll have a scavenger hunt in the 13-acre park, located at 17740 Ahtanum Road, 10 miles west of the Yakima airport. Wear appropriate footwear for walking (no sandals or flip flops); bring water, sunscreen, hats, binoculars and a sack lunch. CentrAl WAshington AgriCulturAl museum — Union Gap — 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, July 26. Take a wagon ride, step into a replica 1908 homestead, and see lots of farm artifacts at this museum dedicated to the Valley’s agrarian roots. Located at 4508 Main St. at the south end of Union Gap. Wear appropriate footwear for walking (no sandals or flip flops); bring sunscreen, hat and water. If you’d like a sack lunch, there are tables at Fullbright Park next to the museum. Butter mAking And ViCtoriAn gAmes — Yakima — 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 27. Learn how to make butter and play Victorian games. We’ll tour the H.M. Gilbert Homeplace, a furnished living history museum located at 2109 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima. northern PACifiC trAin museum — Toppenish — 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, July 28. Tour a steam engine, take a caboose ride and try your hand at the pump car during this visit to the historic depot museum located at 10 S. Asotin Ave. in downtown Toppenish. After your visit, take a self-guided tour of downtown murals. If you’d like to bring a sack lunch, there’s a park just outside the museum. YAkimA VAlleY trolleYs— Yakima — 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, Aug. 2. Step back in time and take a ride on one of Yakima’s historic trolleys and visit the trolley barn museum at S. Third Avenue and W. Pine Street in Yakima. rAPtor house — East Selah — 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Aug. 4. Learn about birds of prey and the important role they play in our environment. Up-close encounters and flight demonstration at this rehabilitation facility off East Selah Road at 40 Wise Acre Road. Please wear appropriate footwear for walking (no sandals or flip flops), sunscreen, hat and bring water. Wild horse reneWABle energY Center — East of Ellensburg — 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 9. Learn about renewable energy while touring this first-of-its-kind interpretive center located at 25901 Vantage Highway, 16 miles east of Ellensburg. We’ll look inside the tower of a wind turbine and see solar panels. Bring appropriate footwear for walking (no sandals or flip flops), sunscreen, hats and water. If you’d like sack lunch, tables are available. Meet at YVM at 9 a.m. if you prefer to caravan to the site. PAjAmA PArtY At the museum — Yakima — 7-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 20. To celebrate a fun summer of discovery, we’ll have an evening pajama party at the Yakima Valley Museum. Watch for details!

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storytimes BILINGUAL STORY HOUR for

children up to age 5, organized by Catholic Family & Child Service and Ready By Five. Meets from 10-11 a.m. July 13 and 27 and Aug. 10 and 24 in the Children’s Underground at the Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509965-7100 ext. 1019.

BORDERS, 1700 E. Washington Ave.,

Union Gap; 509-248-4018. Story time, 9:30 a.m. Mondays and 11 a.m. Saturdays. Family Game Night, 6 p.m. Tuesdays. Chess Club, 5 p.m. Thursdays. Sprout Summer Camp activities for ages 2-8 with parent, 2 p.m. July 16 and 30; not a character event.

INKLINGS BOOKSHOP, located at

Chalet Place, 56th and Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-965-5830. Story time meets at 10 a.m. Tuesdays.

YAKAMA NATION LIBRARY,

located in the Yakama Nation Museum & Cultural Center, Spiel-yi Loop, Toppenish; 509-865-2800 ext. 6. Story time, 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. July 14 and 28, Aug. 11 and Aug. 25.

Yakima Valley Libraries

NOTE: All libraries will be closed July 4. GRANGER, 508 Sunnyside Ave.; 509-8541446. Animal Sounds Around the World, 3 p.m. July 13. HARRAH, 21 E. Pioneer, Harrah; 509-8483458. Animal Sounds Around the World, 4 p.m. July 21. MOXEE, 255 W. Seattle; 509-575-8854. Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m. Mondays July 11-25. Kito Manga Teen Club, 4 p.m. Tuesdays. Animal Sounds Around the World, 4 p.m. July 7. Make Worry Dolls, 4 p.m. July 14.

NACHES, 303 Naches Ave.; 509-6532005. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 17. Kid Zone activities for school-age children, 1 p.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 17. SELAH, 106 S. Second St.; 509-698-7345. Baby Lapsit, 11:15 a.m. Wednesdays. Preschool Storytime, 10 a.m. Mondays and Thursdays, 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays. Teen Tuesday, 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Inca Mask Making, 3 p.m. July 7. Stories Come Alive with Origami, 10 a.m. July 12. Animal Sounds Around the World, 10 a.m. July 14. SOUTHEAST YAKIMA, 1211 S. Seventh St.; 509-576-0723. Kids’ Club, 3:30 p.m. Fridays in July. Animal Sounds Around the World, 3:30 p.m. July 29. SUMMITVIEW, 5709 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-966-7070. Teen Crafts, 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays, July 5-19. Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 17. Worry Dolls, 10:30 a.m. July 9. Stories Come Alive with Origami, 1:30 p.m. July 12. Inca Mask Making, 3 p.m. July 19. SUNNYSIDE, 621 Grant, Sunnyside; 509837-3234. Spanish Preschool Storytime, 11 a.m. July 5. Animal Sounds Around the World, 3 p.m. July 6. Stories Come Alive with Origami, 3 p.m. July 7. Inca Mask Making, 3 p.m. July 14. Worry Dolls, 3 p.m. July 21. Paper Airplanes, 3 p.m. July 28.

TIETON, 418 Maple, Tieton; 509-673-2621. Animal Sounds Around the World, 3 p.m. July 20. UNION GAP, 3104 S. First St.; 509-4524252. School-age and Teen Story and Craft, 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays in July. WAPATO, 119 E. Third St.; 509-877-2882. Stories Come Alive with Origami, 4 p.m. July 12. Inca Mask Making, 3 p.m. July 27. The Key to Adventure is Reading, 11 a.m. Thursdays in July. YAKIMA, 102 N. Third St.; 509-452-8541. Baby Lapsit, 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays through Aug. 23. Preschool Storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays through Aug. 18. Hora de Cuentos para Preescolares/Spanish Preschool Storytime, 2 p.m. Saturdays through Aug. 20. Teen Yaki-Manga Anime/Manga Club, 4:30 p.m. Thursdays through Aug. 18. Teen Tuesdays, 3 p.m. through Aug. 23. Family Movie, 1:30 p.m. July 2. Inca Mask Making, 3 p.m. July 6. Around the World: Southern Hemisphere, 9 a.m. July 13. Anime Saturday, 1:30 p.m. July 16. Make Worry Dolls, 3 p.m. July 20. Fold Origami, 9 a.m. July 27. ZILLAH, 109 Seventh St.; 509-829-6707. Make Batik Paper, 3 p.m. July 13. Make Worry Dolls, 3 p.m. July 19. Make Celtic Jewelry, 3 p.m. July 26.

TERRACE HEIGHTS, 4011 Commonwealth Drive, Yakima; 509-4575319. Summer Reading Program, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays in July. Teens Make Celtic Knot Jewelry, 4 p.m. July 11. Teens Design, 4 p.m. July 18. Teen Pizza & Ice Cream Party, 4 p.m. July 25.

Explore One World, Many Stories during the Yakima Valley Libraries’ Summer Reading Program through July 31. All activities are free!

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stand out from those that repeat on a regular basis, we’ve highlighted events that occur infrequently (once a month or less) as well as recurring events that are new to our calendar. Hope this makes planning your day a little easier! Friday, July 1 SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. CARNIVAL AT STATE FAIR PARK — 5-10 p.m.

Friday; 4-10 p.m. Saturday; noon-11 p.m. Sunday; noon-11:30 p.m. Monday. Admission is free, but you’ll need to purchase tickets/wristband to ride. Wristbands for July 1-3 are $20; wristbands are $15 July 4. Tickets are $1.25 each or $22 for a sheet of 20; most rides take 3-4 tickets. On July 4, 60 tickets for $45. State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave., Yakima; 509-248-7160. yakima4thofjuly.org

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. Recreational swim with special rates: $1 adult, 50¢ youth. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Boise Hawks.

CHERRY FESTIVAL AT BARRETT ORCHARDS — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Live music, pie eating and

pit spitting contests, U-pick cherries, hay rides, chocolate-covered cherries. Free admission. Barrett Orchards, 1209 Pecks Canyon Road; 509-966-1275. www.treeripened.com

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Historic trolleys depart hourly from the car barn at South Third Avenue and Pine Street, Yakima. Cash only: $4 adults, $3 children 12 and under; children ride free on lap. 509-249-5962; yakimavalleytrolleys.org YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. Ron’s Coin & Book, 6 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-248-1117. CARNIVAL — 4-10 p.m. See July 1. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. Games,

swimming, skits for youth ages 7-15. Free. Sign-in required. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; Doug Berndt, 509-972-5269.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Boise Hawks.

General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Sunday, July 3

Family Feast Friday: $1 hot dogs, popcorn, soda and ice cream. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima. yakimabears.com

YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Fresh produce, crafts, food vendors. Third Street and Yakima Avenue, Yakima.

Saturday, July 2

CARNIVAL — Noon-11 p.m. See July 1.

BLUEBERRY DAZE FESTIVAL — 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hay rides, petting zoo, live bluegrass, antiques, U-pick blueberries and cherries, blueberry donuts and BBQ. Free admission. Bill’s Berry Farm, 3674 N. County Line Road, Grandview; from I-82, take Exit 75, turn north and follow signs; 509-882-3200.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2.

HOME DEPOT KIDS WORKSHOP — 9 a.m. to noon. Drop-in wood crafts for ages 5-12. Home Depot, 2115 S. First St., Yakima; 509-452-3016.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and

10:45 a.m. Saturdays, 12:30 and 2 p.m. Sundays. One-hour educational workshops featuring chimpanzees who use American Sign Language. Cost: $11 adults, $8.50 students; recommended for ages 6 and up. Call 509-963-2244 for reservations. Central Washington University, Ellensburg.

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NACHES INDEPENDENCE DAY FESTIVAL — No, we didn’t get the date wrong. Live

entertainment, vendors. Fireworks display at dusk. Small admission fee; details not available at press time. Cleman’s View Sports Park, Hwy 12 just east of Naches. On July 4, families are invited to set off personal fireworks in a safe environment. Naches Valley Chamber, 653-2165. nachesvalleychamber.com

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Boise Hawks.

Fireworks after the game. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

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Independence day ✩ Monday, July 4 TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2. FOURTH OF JULY WILD WEST PARADE —

11 a.m. through downtown Toppenish. Toppenish Chamber, 509-865-3262. toppenish.net

LEAVENWORTH KINDERFEST — 11 a.m. to

3 p.m. Giant slip-n-slide, games, music, crafts. Kiddie Bike Parade at 1 p.m. Cookie decorating at Gingerbread Factory, noon-3 p.m. Downtown Leavenworth. leavenworth.org

YAKIMA FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION —

Noon to 11 p.m. Live music, children’s activities, carnival and food vendors. Professional fireworks display at 10 p.m. Free admission and parking. Picnics welcome. State Fair Park, 1301 S. Fair Ave., Yakima. yakima4thofjuly.org

SUNNYSIDE OLD-FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY — Parade at 11 a.m. Talent show begins at 4

p.m. at Sunnyside High football field, where there will be classic cars, vintage tractors and food; gates open at noon. Fireworks begin at dusk. Sunnyside Chamber, 509-837-5939. sunnysidechamber.com

PROSSER’S OLD-FASHIONED FOURTH OF JULY — Noon to 4 p.m. Car show, food, games

and entertainment begin at City Park. Kiddie Parade, 1 p.m. from the Courthouse to the park. The fireworks display begins at dusk, about 9:45 p.m.; great viewing from Art Fiker Stadium on Paterson Road. Prosser Chamber, 509-786-3177.

MARYHILL FAMILY FUN DAY AND FourTH OF JULY CELEBRATION — Create a flag

that celebrates your own personal style, 1-4 p.m. Hot dog cookout, 1-4 p.m. Live music, 3 p.m. Admission: $9 adults, $8 seniors, youth admission free on Family Fun Days. Cafe, gift shop and picnic areas. Maryhill Museum of Art, south of Goldendale on State Route 14; maryhillmuseum.org; 509-773-3733.

ZILLAH OLD-FASHIONED fourTH OF JULY CELEBRATION — 6:30 p.m. Stewart

Park, 107 First Ave. Free admission. Lions food. Designated area for personal fireworks. Professional fireworks display at dusk, about 9:45 p.m., Zillah Chamber of Commerce, 829-5055. www.cityofzillah.us

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Central Washington University, Ellensburg.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8.

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW CLINIC — 10 a.m. Reservations recommended. Free building workshop for children and parents. Today’s project: Tow truck. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com

Wednesday, July 6 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m.

Faith-based mothers’ group includes activities with the kids, then just for moms. All ages welcome. For child care reservations, call 509966-1900. For more information, email katejoyt@ hotmail.com. Meets at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima.

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ECW: PLANETARIUM SHOW — 30-minute

presentation inside portable planetarium at Yakima Valley Museum. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m.

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. See July 2. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See July 2.

Sunday, July 10 YAKIMA FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL — See July 9.

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT AND ARTSVAN — 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free folk concert by Tracy Spring.

YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m. See July 9.

KICKN’ AROUND — 1-2:30 p.m. at Yakima’s

Chesterley Park, 40th Avenue and River Road. Free. Learn the basic fundamentals of soccer. A Kiddin’ Around event; hosted by Yakima Parks & Recreation. Pre-register at 575-6020 by July 6.

Free craft: Scratch Art Seascapes. Franklin Park, 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima.

Monday, July 11

Friday, July 8

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. GYMKIDS FUN FRIDAY — 6-9 p.m. Drop off

group for moms with infants under 1 year. Meets at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Community Education in the Nob Hill Plaza, 2506 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-575-8484.

kids ages 3-10 for open gym, games and pizza. Cost: $20 first child, $18 siblings. Reservations not necessary. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8.

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See July 1.

ECW: KITTITAS COUNTY MUSEUM — Guided

STARGAZING AT RANDALL PARK — 9 p.m.

to midnight. Look at the stars through telescopes with the Yakima Astronomical Society. Free. Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

Saturday, July 9 YAKIMA FOLKLIFE FESTIVAL — 29th annual

music and arts festival featuring multiple stages, children’s activities, mini Medieval Festival, craft and food vendors. Yakima Valley Museum and Franklin Park, 2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-2480747. yakimafolklife.org

GOING FOR A BIRD HUNT — 9-11 a.m. at Yakima Area Arboretum. Search for and identify birds with Yakima Audubon Society. Bring water and walking shoes. A Kiddin’ Around event. 509-248-7337.

ECW: GINKGO PETRIFIED FOREST FIELD TRIP — Guided geology hike. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2.

See July 3.

Thursday, July 7

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a.m. Open gym, zip line and popcorn for kids ages 1-5 with their parents. Cost: $10. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

Local goods, handmade crafts, Kids’ Korner educational activities. Located behind King’s Row, S. First St., Selah; 509-698-7305. p.m. Free outdoor concert at Randall Park, 48th avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

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Tuesday, July 12 tour and scavenger hunt. See pages 16-20 for details.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. LA LECHE LEAGUE — 6 p.m. Support for pregnant and breast-feeding mothers. Children welcome. Call for location, immediate nursing help or questions: Katy, 509-248-2610, or Denita, 509-388-6866.

Wednesday, July 13 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m. See July 6. SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See July 6. CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and children, birth to 5 years. Ready by Five, 414 N. Third St., Yakima; David, 509-480-0762.

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7 p.m. Free outdoor concert at Randall Park, 48th avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

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Thursday, July 14 ECW: YAKAMA NATION MUSEUM FIELD TRIP — Guided tour and native storytelling. See pages

16-20 for ECW details.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT AND ARTSVAN FAMILY NIGHT — 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free concert

featuring rock/pop band Gentlemen Wild. Free craft project: Bubble wrap fish prints. Franklin Park, 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima.

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7 p.m. Bring chairs/blankets and a picnic. Free outdoor concert at Toppenish Railroad Park, 10 Asotin Ave., Toppenish.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Salem-Keizer

Volcanoes. Thirsty Thursday: $1 soda and $2 beer. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Friday, July 15 SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. TUMBLIN’ AROUND — 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 3-11

can tackle and obstacle course, gymnastics, Kids Castle. Free; pre-register at gymnasticsplus.net or 509-453-8126. A Kiddin’ Around event. Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.

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FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See July 1. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Salem-Keizer Volcanoes. Family Feast Friday: $1 hot dogs, popcorn, soda and ice cream. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Saturday, July 16 NILE VALLEY DAYS — 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Civil

War encampment, amateur wood events, egg toss, live entertainment, handcrafted items, food, kids’ games, bingo, horseshoe tournaments. Admission is $1 donation. Jim Sprick Community Park, 13680 State Route 410, Naches.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. See July 9.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2. YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. See July 2. SPLASHIN’ AROUND — 1-4 p.m. Free

swimming at Yakima’s Franklin Pool, S. 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive. A Kiddin’ Around event; hosted by Yakima Parks & Recreation. For information, call the pool at 509-575-6035.

MARYHILL FAMILY FUN DAY — 1-4 p.m. Make a book of the Columbia River. Admission: $9 adults, $8 seniors, youth free on Family Fun Days. Cafe, gift shop and picnic areas. Maryhill Museum of Art, south of Goldendale on State Route 14; maryhillmuseum.org; 509-773-3733. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See July 2. YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • JULY | AUGUST 2011

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YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Salem-Keizer Volcanoes. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

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YAKIMA BEARS — 5:35 p.m. vs. Salem-Keizer Volcanoes. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: YOGI BEAR —

Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30 p.m. Watch “Yogi Bear” (PG) under the stars. Free; non-perishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima.

Monday, July 18 MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See July 11. SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8.

Tuesday, July 19 SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. DOES YOUR CHILD HAVE A READING PROBLEM? — 7 p.m. Workshop for parents and

teachers to learn how vision therapy can help students who are struggling with school and reading. Washington Vision Therapy Center, 3909 Creekside Loop, Suite 150, Yakima. Free; call 509654-9256 to register.

Wednesday, July 20 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m. See July 6. SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See July 6. YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7 p.m. Free outdoor concert at Randall Park, 48th avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

Thursday, July 21 SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT AND ARTSVAN FAMILY NIGHT — 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free concert

featuring folk rock artist Kris Orlowski. Free craft project: Sailboats that Float. Franklin Park, 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima. Hosted by Yakima Parks and Recreation.

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7

p.m. Bring chairs/blankets and a picnic and enjoy a free outdoor concert at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St., Selah.

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FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See July 1. OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: SHREK FOREVER AFTER — Movie begins at sunset, about

8:30 p.m. Bring blankets and snacks to watch “Shrek Forever After” (PG) under the stars. Free; nonperishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

Saturday, July 23 YPAL SPORTS CLINIC — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Try

boxing, wrestling, ping pong, foosball and pool skills presented by staff and coaches at the Yakima Police Athletic League, 602 N. Fourth St., Yakima. Lunch: $1.50. Pre-register at YPAL or 509-575-6180 by 7/16. Limit 60 kids. A Kiddin’ Around event.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. See July 9.

ECW: AHTANUM MISSION FIELD TRIP — 10

a.m. Tour and scavenger hunt. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

TIETON FARMERS MARKET — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tieton Square Park, Tieton.

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW CLINIC — 10 a.m. Reservations recommended. Free building workshop for children and parents. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2. YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. See July 2. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See July 2.

Sunday, July 24 YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

See July 3.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2. WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m. See July 9.

YAKIMA BEARS — 5:35 p.m. vs. Tri-City Dust Devils. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: MEGAMIND — Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30 p.m. Bring blankets and snacks to watch “Megamind” (PG) under the stars. Free; non-perishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

Monday, July 25 MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See July 11. SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Tri-City Dust Devils. Kids Eat Free: Kids 12 and under can pick up a voucher at Fred Meyer for a free hot dog, chips and soda at Monday night games. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • JULY | AUGUST 2011

￭ daily planner Tuesday, July 26 ECW: CENTRAL WASHINGTON AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM FIELD TRIP — Wagon ride and tour. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Tri-City Dust

Devils. Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy one ticket, get one free when you bring a Kraft Singles package wrapper to the ticket booth. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Wednesday, July 27 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m. See July 6. ECW: BUTTER MAKING AND VICTORIAN GAMES — H.M. Gilbert Homeplace tour and

historic activities. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See July 6. HOPPIN’ & RUNNIN’ IN MILLER PARK — 6-8

p.m. Join in family fun activities including an obstacle course, jump rope and the water play fountain at Miller Park, Fourth and E streets, Yakima. A Kiddin’ Around event; hosted by Ready by Five & Yakima Neighborhood Health Services. For info, call 509-454-2493 or 509-853-1105.

CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and children, birth to 5 years. Ready by Five, 414 N. Third St., Yakima; David, 509-480-0762.

Greenway while looking for eggs at Sarg Hubbard Park on the Yakima Greenway. A Kiddin’ Around event; pre-register at 509-453-8280 by July 28.

Local goods, handmade crafts, Kids’ Korner educational activities. Located behind King’s Row, S. First St., Selah; 509-698-7305.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7

10:45 a.m. See July 9.

Summer Saturday Workshop: Mosaic Stepping Stones — 10 a.m. to noon. Create

unique art for your garden. All ages welcome; kids must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $20 per participant. Materials provided. Space is limited; call to pre-register. Red Art Studios, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766.

RAPTOR HOUSE — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See birds of prey up close as well as flight demonstrations and center tours. Cost: $5 per person. Raptor House Rehabilitation Center, 40 Wise Acre Road, off East Selah Road, Selah; 509-248-5925.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2. YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. See July 2. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See July 2.

Sunday, July 31 YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

See July 3.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See July 2. WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m. See July 9.

OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: ‘TWILIGHT: ECLIPSE’ — Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7 p.m. Free outdoor concert at Randall Park, 48th avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

p.m. Bring blankets and snacks to watch “Twilight: Eclipse” (PG-13) under the stars. Free; nonperishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

Thursday, July 28

Monday, Aug. 1

ECW: NORTHERN PACIFIC RAIL MUSEUM — 10 a.m. Tour a steam engine, ride a caboose ride

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion

and pump car. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT AND ARTSVAN FAMILY NIGHT — 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free concert

featuring rock classics performed by School of Rock All Stars. Free craft project: Fish windsocks. Franklin Park, 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima. Hosted by Yakima Parks and Recreation.

Friday, July 29 SUMMER ARTSVAN — See page 8. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See July 1. OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: JUMANJI — Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30 p.m.

Bring blankets and snacks to watch “Jumanji” (PG) under the stars. Free; non-perishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

Saturday, July 30 EASTER EGG HUNT FOR A HEALTHY YOU — 9-10 a.m. It’s a summer egg hunt! Explore the 28

group for moms with infants under 1 year. Meets at Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Community Education in the Nob Hill Plaza, 2506 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-575-8484.

Tuesday, Aug. 2 ECW: YAKIMA VALLEY TROLLEYS FIELD TRIP — 10 a.m. Trolley ride and museum tour. See

pages 16-20 for ECW details.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Everett Aquasox. Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy one ticket, get one free with Kraft Singles wrapper. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Wednesday, Aug. 3 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15-11:30 a.m.

p.m. Free outdoor concert at Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Everett Aquasox. Bear Buck Wednesday: $1 admission voucher at BiMart. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Thursday, Aug. 4 ECW: RAPTOR HOUSE FIELD TRIP — Birds of

prey flight demonstration and facility tour. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT AND ARTSVAN — 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free concert featuring Americana/

folk by Barton Carroll & Dimestone Mystery. Free craft project: Sea Turtle Paintings. Franklin Park, 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima.

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7 p.m. Bring chairs/blankets and a picnic. Free outdoor concert at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St., Selah. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Everett Aquasox. Thirsty Thursday: $1 soda and $2 beer. Hawaiian Night: $1 Hawaiian pizza. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Friday, Aug. 5 MOXEE HOP FESTIVAL — 5 p.m. to midnight. Festival in Moxee City Park. Craft and food vendors, kids’ games, pony rides, farm equipment displays, live entertainment and beer garden. Fireworks at dusk. Free admission. TOPPENISH JUNIOR RODEO — 6 p.m.

Grand Entry. See kids ages 6 and up ride sheep, rope goats and more. Toppenish Fairgrounds. toppenishjuniorrodeo.com

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. Recreational swim with special rates: $1 adult, 50¢ youth. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Everett Aquasox. Family Feast Friday: $1 hot dogs, popcorn, soda and ice cream. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com STARGAZING AT RANDALL PARK — 9 p.m. to midnight. Look at the stars through telescopes with the Yakima Astronomical Society. Free. Randall Park, 48th avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

Saturday, Aug. 6

MOXEE HOP FESTIVAL — Pancake breakfast, 6-10 a.m. Fun walk/run, 8:30 a.m. Parade, 10 a.m.. Festival in Moxee City Park. Craft and food vendors, kids’ games, pony rides, farm equipment displays, live entertainment and beer garden. Free admission.

SELAH’S WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m.

noon. Drop-in wood crafts for ages 5-12. Home

HOME DEPOT KIDS WORKSHOP — 9 a.m. to

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Depot, 2115 S. First St., Yakima; 509-452-3016.

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and

TOPPENISH JUNIOR RODEO — 9:30 a.m. Grand Entry. See Aug. 5.

Summer Saturday Workshop: Handmade Paper — 10 a.m. to noon.

Create unique handmade paper using junk mail, scraps, plant and string. All ages welcome; kids must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $20 per participant. Materials provided. Space is limited; call to pre-register. Red Art Studios, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766.

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Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

trolleys depart hourly from the car barn at S. Third Avenue and Pine St., Yakima. Cash only: $4 adults, $3 children 12 and under; children ride free on lap. 509-249-5962; yakimavalleytrolleys.org

• Fun Field Trips • Gymnastics • Snacks • Outside Play • Crafts

TIETON FARMERS MARKET — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tieton Square Park, Tieton.

MARYHILL ARTS FESTIVAL AND FAMILY FUN DAY— 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4

• Crafts • Fun Theme Activities • Outside Play

PRESCHOOL SUMMER PROGRAMS

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Historic

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12-4 p.m. Ron’s Coin & Book, 6 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-248-1117.

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p.m. Sunday. More than 50 artists displaying and selling artwork, live music, hands-on activities for children (1-4 p.m.), food vendors. “Much Ado About Nothing” free outdoor performance at 7 p.m. Saturday. Admission: $9 adults, $8 seniors, youth free on Family Fun Days. Cafe, gift shop and picnic areas. Maryhill Museum of Art, south of Goldendale on State Route 14; maryhillmuseum.org; 509-773-3733.

FAITH NIGHT — 6:30-8 p.m. Free faith and exercise class at Yakima Athletic Club, 2501 Racquet Lane, Yakima. Opening prayer, 20-minute devotional, hour-long Bodyflow class for adults (yoga/Pilates/ tai chi), kids’ exercise class (ages 6-12) and child care for ages 5 and under. 509-952-6551 SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. Games, swimming, skits and other activities for youth ages 7-15. Free. Sign-in required. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; yakimaymca. org; Doug Berndt, 509-972-5269.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Everett Aquasox. Autism Awareness Night. Fireworks after the game. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

NO SPOOF BULLY PROOF NITE & MARTIAL ARTS MOVIE — 7:30-10 p.m. Learn anti-bully

strategies at Sarg Hubbard Park. Stay and watch the 2010 remake of “The Karate Kid” (PG). Hosted by Pro-ACTION Family Martial Arts, Yakima Parks & Recreation and Yakima Greenway. For info, 509-453-8280.

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TOPPENISH JUNIOR RODEO — 9:30 a.m. Grand Entry. See Aug. 5.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6. MARYHILL ARTS FESTIVAL AND FAMILY FUN DAY— 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Aug. 6. WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m.

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YAKIMA VALLEY FAIR & RODEO — See Aug. 10.

p.m. Watch “The Last Song” (PG) under the stars. Free; non-perishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

ECW: WILD HORSE RENEWABLE ENERGY CENTER FIELD TRIP — Tour of wind and solar energy facility. See pages 16-20 for ECW details.

LA LECHE LEAGUE — 6 p.m. Support for

pregnant and breast-feeding mothers. Children welcome. Call for meeting location, immediate nursing help or questions: Katy, 509-248-2610, or Denita, 509-388-6866.

Wednesday, Aug. 10 YAKIMA VALLEY FAIR & RODEO — Aug.

10-13. Livestock shows, children’s activities, entertainment. Country Park Fairgrounds, 812 Wallace Way, Grandview. Grandview Chamber, 509-882-2100. yvfair-rodeo.org

MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See Aug. 3. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See Aug. 3. CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and children, birth to 5 years. Ready by Five, 414 N. Third St., Yakima; David, 509-480-0762.

YAKIMA VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND — 7 p.m. Free outdoor concert at Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Vancouver Canadians. Bear Buck Wednesday: Pick up a $1 admission voucher at Bi-Mart. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Thursday, Aug. 11

GYMKIDS FUN FRIDAY — 6-9 p.m. Drop off

kids ages 3-10 for open gym, games and pizza. Cost: $20 first child, $18 siblings. Reservations not necessary. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT — 7-8:30 p.m. See Aug. 5. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Vancouver Canadians. Family Feast Friday: $1 hot dogs, popcorn, soda and ice cream. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: SECRETARIAT — Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30 p.m. Watch “Secretariat” (PG) under the stars. Free; nonperishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Randall Park, 48th Avenue south of Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

Saturday, Aug. 13 YAKIMA VALLEY FAIR & RODEO — See Aug. 10. WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. See Aug. 6.

Monster Mash — 10 a.m. to noon. Make a one-of-a-kind monster stuffy. All ages welcome; kids must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: $20 per participant. Materials provided. Space is limited; call to pre-register. Red Art Studios, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-469-2766. LOWE’S BUILD & GROW CLINIC — 10 a.m. Reservations recommended. Free building workshop for children and parents. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com GYMKIDS SATURDAY PLAYDATE — 10-11:30

a.m. Open gym, zip line and popcorn for kids ages 1-5 with their parents. Cost: $10. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6. YAKIMA BEARS BASEBALL CLINIC — 11 a.m.

SUMMER SUNSET CONCERT AND ARTSVAN FAMILY NIGHT — 6:30-8:30 p.m. Free rockabilly

to 1 p.m. at Yakima County Stadium. Skill stations led by professional players. Clinic will end with an autograph session. Free; bring gloves, other equipment provided. A Kiddin’ Around event; pre-register at 509-453-8280 by Aug. 6.

GRANDVIEW PARADE — 6:30 p.m. Starts at Grandview Middle School, 1401 W. Second St., Grandview. visitgrandview.org

YAKIMA VALLEY SALSA FESTIVAL — 11 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Family festival features salsa tasting, Latin music, outdoor market, kids’ activities. Free admission with non-perishable food donation for Northwest Harvest. Performance Park at Second and A streets, Yakima. Jerry, 509-969-9432.

YAKIMA VALLEY FAIR & RODEO — See Aug. 10. concert by The Dusty 45s. Free craft project: Paper Plate Aquariums. Franklin Park, 21st Avenue and Tieton Drive, Yakima.

Canadians. Thirsty Thursday: $1 soda and $2 beer. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: THE LAST SONG — Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30

Tuesday, Aug. 9

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MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Aug. 1.

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p.m. Bring chairs/blankets and a picnic and enjoy a free outdoor concert at Toppenish Railroad Park, 10 Asotin Ave., Toppenish.

See Aug. 6.

Monday, Aug. 8

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qualitY education YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — 12-4 p.m. See Aug. 6.

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SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See Aug. 6. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Vancouver Canadians. Fireworks after the game. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com DIVE ‘N MOVIE — 8:30 p.m. Catch “Finding

Nemo” on a giant inflatable screen under the stars at Franklin Pool, 2102 Tieton Drive, Yakima. Bring your own inner tube. Admission: $2 youth, $3.75 adult or $10 for a family of two adults and four of their own children. 509-575-6035

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Yakima Adventist Christian School • Now enrolling for 2011-2012! • Accelerated Reader and Math programs

Sunday, Aug. 14

• Achieving high level academics

YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

See Aug. 7.

• Christian based for ALL faiths

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6.

• Kindergarten – half day and full day options

OUTDOOR SUMMER CINEMA: TOY STORY 3 — Movie begins at sunset, about 8:30 p.m.

Watch “Toy Story 3” (PG). Free; non-perishable food donations accepted for Northwest Harvest. Gilbert Park, 5000 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. alliedartsyakima.org

• Providing – passion for learning, safety to grow & reasons to serve

WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m.

Don’t miss the kindergarten music presentation ‘I Want To Be Like Jesus’ at www.yacsschool.org

See Aug. 6.

YAKIMA BEARS — 5:35 p.m. vs. Vancouver Canadians. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

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Monday, Aug. 15 MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Aug. 1. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Spokane Indians. Kids Eat Free: Kids 12 and under can pick up a voucher at Fred Meyer for a free hot dog, chips and soda at Monday night games. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Tuesday, Aug. 16 YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Spokane Indians. Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy one ticket, get one free with Kraft Singles wrapper. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Wednesday, Aug. 17 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See Aug. 3. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See Aug. 3. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Spokane Indians. Bear Buck Wednesday: $1 admission voucher at BiMart. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Friday, Aug. 19 TOPPENISH WESTERN ART SHOW — Noon-6 p.m. Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. More than 35 artists display YAKIMABUSYBEE.COM • JULY | AUGUST 2011

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Located on S. 3rd Street off Yakima Ave. in front of the Capitol Theatre Kids’ Day the 3rd Sunday of each month Allied Arts ArtsVan, Country Bunch 4H Club animals & other children’s activites! Presented By

￭ daily planner art for sale. Kids N’ Art class at 9 a.m. Saturday. Free admission. Railroad Park, 10 Asotin Ave., Toppenish. toppenishwesternart.org

Saturday, Aug. 20 TUMBLIN’ AROUND — 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Ages 3-11 can tackle an obstacle course, learn gymnastics moves and play in Kids Castle. Free; pre-register at gymnasticsplus.net or call 509453-8126. Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima. A Kiddin’ Around event.

CENTRAL WASHINGTON ANTIQUE FARM EXPO — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Live demonstrations

of wheat threshing, blacksmithing, homemade ice cream. Kiddy train, antique tractors, large flea market. Admission: $5. Central Washington Agricultural Museum, 4508 Main St., Union Gap. Todd, 509-453-2395. centralwaagmuseum.org

TOPPENISH WESTERN ART SHOW — Kids N’ Art class, 9 a.m. Art show, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. See Aug. 19. WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. See Aug. 6.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6.

Monday, Aug. 22 MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Aug. 1. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Boise Hawks.

Kids Eat Free: Kids 12 and under can pick up a voucher at Fred Meyer for a free hot dog, chips and soda at Monday night games. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Tuesday, Aug. 23 YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Boise Hawks. Tuesday Night Tickets: Buy one ticket, get one free with Kraft Singles wrapper. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

TOPPENISH WESTERN ART SHOW — 10 a.m. TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6. WEEKEND CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m. See Aug. 6.

YAKIMA BEARS — 5:35 p.m. vs. Boise Hawks.

General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Workshop for parents or teachers to learn how vision therapy can help students who are struggling with school and reading. Presented by Dr. S. Thomas Copeland at Washington Vision Therapy Center, 3909 Creekside Loop, Suite 150, Yakima. Free; call 509-654-9256 to register.

Friday, Aug. 26 POW WOW AND STICK GAME TOURNAMENT — Native dancing and drumming. Traditional

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. See Aug. 6. SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See Aug. 6.

Sunday, Aug. 28 YAKIMA HOT SHOTS 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNEY — 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. See Aug. 27. YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

See Aug. 7.

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY DAYS — 9 a.m. to 4

p.m. See Aug. 26.

9TH ANNUAL POW WOW AND STICK GAME TOURNAMENT — See Aug. 26. PEACH HARVEST AND ALPACA FARM OPEN HOUSE — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Aug. 27.

NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY MUSEUM RAIL & STEAM SHOW — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at

PAWS IN THE POOL — 2-4 p.m. Swim with your dog during Franklin Pool’s last day of the season. Dogs swim free; owners pay general admission: $2 youth, $3.75 adult. Dogs must be leashed outside the pool area. 509-575-6035

Northern Pacific Railway Museum, 10 Asotin Ave., Toppenish. Caboose and pump car rides, railroad art show. Admission: $5 adults, $3 children under 12 years. Judy, 509-865-1911. nprymuseum.org

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6.

CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m. See Aug. 6.

11 p.m. Three-day festival featuring pipe bands and Celtic music, highland games, Civil War encampment, carnival, food vendors. Tieton City Square, Tieton. nachesvalleychamber.com

Monday, Aug. 29

Saturday, Aug. 27

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Eugene Emeralds. Tuesday Night Tickets: See Aug. 23.

HOT SHOTS 3-ON-3 BASKETBALL TOURNEY — 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Sunday. First graders through adults compete in 3-on-3 street tourney in downtown Yakima. Preregister at 509-575-6020 or www.hotshots3on3.com.

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY DAYS — 9 a.m. to

11 p.m. See Aug. 26.

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TIETON FARMERS MARKET — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

stick games. Opening games, 3 p.m. Friday; adult tournament, 3 p.m. Saturday; kids, 11 a.m. Sunday; traditional, 1 p.m. Sunday. Free admission. Yakama Legends Casino, 580 Fort Road, Toppenish.

HIGHLAND COMMUNITY DAYS — Noon to

of prey up close, flight demonstrations and center tours. Cost: $5 per person. Raptor House Rehabilitation Center, 40 Wise Acre Road, off E. Selah Road, Selah; 509-248-5925.

Tieton Square Park, Tieton.

THE VISION AND LEARNING LINK — 7 p.m.

to 3 p.m. Sunday. See Aug. 19.

RAPTOR HOUSE — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See birds

CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP — 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and

SATURDAY NIGHT LIVE — 7-9:30 p.m. See Aug. 6.

CENTRAL WASHINGTON ANTIQUE FARM EXPO — 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Aug. 20.

NORTHERN PACIFIC RAILWAY MUSEUM RAIL & STEAM SHOW — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Aug. 26.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6.

Thursday, Aug. 25

YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

own peaches, meet the alpacas and visit the farm store at Silbury Hill Alpacas, 2361 Scoon Road, Sunnyside; 509-837-8012. silburyhillalpacas.com

SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See Aug. 3.

YU-GI-OH! TOURNAMENT — Noon-4 p.m. See Aug. 6.

See Aug. 7.

PEACH HARVEST AND ALPACA FARM OPEN HOUSE — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pick your

MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See Aug. 3.

Wednesday, Aug. 24

children, birth to 5 years. Ready by Five, 414 N. Third St., Yakima; David, 509-480-0762.

Sunday, Aug. 21

CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. See Aug. 6.

LOWE’S BUILD & GROW CLINIC — 10 a.m. Reservations recommended. Free building workshop. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com

Tieton Square Park, Tieton.

TIETON FARMERS MARKET — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

9TH ANNUAL POW WOW AND STICK GAME TOURNAMENT — See Aug. 26.

MOM & BABY — 10 a.m. to noon. See Aug. 1.

Tuesday, Aug. 30

Wednesday, Aug. 31 MOMMY CONNECTION — 9:15 a.m. See Aug. 3. SELAH WEDNESDAY MARKET — 5-8 p.m. See Aug. 3. YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Eugene Emeralds. Bear Buck Wednesday: $1 admission

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Thursday, Sept. 1 KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO — 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Thursday-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday. Frontier Village, Yakama dancers, peewee rodeo, carnival, vendors. Admission: $8 adult, $5 senors and children 6-12, free ages 5 and under. Ellensburg. kittitascountyfair.com YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Eugene

Emeralds. Thirsty Thursday: $1 soda and $2 beer. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Friday, Sept. 2 KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO — 10

Wesley Preschool Serving the community for over 30 years!

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YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Eugene Emeralds. Family Feast: $1 hot dogs, popcorn, soda and ice cream. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

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CHIMPOSIUM — 9:15 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. See Aug. 6. PEACH HARVEST AND ALPACA FARM OPEN HOUSE — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Aug. 27. TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6. TIETON FARMERS MARKET — 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tieton Square Park, Tieton.

KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO — 10

a.m. to 10 p.m. See Sept. 1.

YAKIMA BEARS — 7:05 p.m. vs. Eugene Emeralds. Fireworks after the game. General admission: $6.50 adults, $5.50 children 3-14, ages 2 and under free. Yakima County Stadium at State Fair Park, Yakima; yakimabears.com

Sunday, Sept. 4 YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET — 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

See Aug. 7.

PEACH HARVEST AND ALPACA FARM OPEN HOUSE — 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. See Aug. 27. TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6. KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR AND RODEO — 10

a.m. to 10 p.m. See Sept. 1

CHIMPOSIUM — 12:30 and 2 p.m. See Aug. 6.

LABOR DAY • Monday, Sept. 5 PROSSER’S STATES DAY CELEBRATION —

Parade, 10 a.m. Valley’s Got Talent competition, dunk tank, bingo, concessions, carnival at City Park, 7th and Sommers St., Prosser. 509-786-3177.

TROLLEY RIDES — 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. See Aug. 6. KITTITAS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO — 10 a.m.

to 6 p.m. See Sept. 1.

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￭ reading for sanity | by Mindy Oja

Reba D. is a Yakima local writing under a pseudonym and, I warn you, her story is both compelling and disturbing. Once I picked it up, I could think of little else. – Mindy Oja, Reading for Sanity

ACING FORWARD is the heartbreaking account of one woman’s struggle to endure nearly two years of verbal and physical abuse at the hands of her husband. Reba D is a Yakima local writing under a pseudonym and, I warn you, her story is both compelling and disturbing. Once I picked it up, I could think of little else. I read it all in a day because I could not go to sleep without seeing the author safely out of her marriage. Reba‘s husband Philip is a seemingly dedicated Lutheran pastor, affectionate and attentive when he has an audience, but frightfully domineering and vindictive behind closed doors. Almost immediately after the wedding (and to be perfectly honest, even before it), Philip begins to insult Reba and berate her for the smallest of perceived offenses. To make matters worse, Philip’s parents — who are, quite possibly, the most offensive, psychotic and dysfunctional parents I have ever heard, seen or read about — visit frequently and only uphold their son’s treatment of his wife. At first, Reba tries to stand up for herself but soon realizes it is easier to walk on eggshells and give in to her husband’s demands in order to keep the peace. In Facing Forward, Reba acknowledges the red flags she missed, and those she simply ignored or rationalized away. From a outsider’s perspective, it would be easy to see the same warning signs and say, “She’s such an idiot. She should have seen it coming” or “There is no way I would have put up with that behavior. I would have left right away.” However, the reality

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BOOK REVIEW Facing Forward: A Life Reclaimed by Reba D. | ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ¼ of abuse is always more complicated than it seems. Reba states “living in an abusive relationship can turn the most confident, secure, independent person into someone she never would have previously believed possible.” Nowhere is this more evident than in Reba’s own brief marriage as she transforms from an assertive, passionate woman to a fearful, desensitized submissive. It was only through her own courage, determination and the loving support of family and friends that Reba was finally able to leave her husband and regain her sense of self-worth. Facing Foward is a riveting narrative, written with the hope that it would resonate with someone trapped in an abusive relationship or lend perspective to those trying to support an abused loved one. Read this book and you might recognize the signs. Read it and you might find the strength to leave.

A Note from Reba For too long, domestic violence was something no one talked about in polite circles. But that didn’t mean it didn’t exist. Today, few people haven’t been touched by it personally or known someone who has. Today, we no longer accept it the way things have to be. We know we have choices, options and that help is available. As we continue to raise our social consciousness, we learn that it’s only by facing this openly together that we can bring about the awareness that ultimately leads to change.

For questions, comments, or more reviews by Mindy Oja, visit readingforsanity.blogspot.com.

If you know someone in need of help anywhere in the US, download a free state-by-state resource guide at facingforward-alifereclaimed.com

Additional Book Recommendations: • Escape by Carolyn Jessop ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ • Stand Tall, Molly Lou Melon by Patty Lovell ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ • I Like Myself by Karen Beaumont ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ • Black and Blue by Anna Quindlen ✩ ✩ ✩ ✩ ½

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