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Marking the end of Playdate's third year, this is our largest
and most collaborative issue to date. In addition to the fresh faces gracing our cover and the following pages in this annual “baby issue,” I’m pleased to introduce to you several new voices: • New columnist Scott Klepach Jr. provides some f-u-n-n-y insights to a father’s perspective on life with young children; read Dad’s Pad on page 23. The great illustrations with Klepach’s column are the work of contributing artist Mark Northcott, who will be ready to sketch your family at the Playdate Family Expo. • Six-time mama Lisa Russell’s birth story on page 35 had me hanging on every word. I suspect this sweet story of anticipation and delivery will surprise you. • And, on page 38, Children’s Village physical therapist Laura Reed provides practical information on keeping your baby’s head wellrounded. As always, the backbone of this magazine is the calendar of family events. For the first time, we invite you to our own: The Playdate Family Expo is a collaborative effort of more than 60 local businesses and organizations who will fill the Yakima Convention Center with children’s activities, information booths and shopping opportunities for a one-day event on Saturday, March 27; find more details on page 12. For several years now, the Yakima Area Arboretum’s Arbor Festival has been one of my family’s favorite annual events; see you there on April 17 this year. And the Yakima Greenway’s Family Field Day, which kicks off the Kiddin’ Around outdoor summer program, is always on our must-do list for May (see page 14). Don’t blink, folks. Summer is right around the corner!!
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was the runaway leader in a field of more than 50 super-cute competitors. “I tried to pick a photo that would look good on the cover,” says mom Cristin. We took our own photo for the cover, but Cristin’s eye for a great shot obviously paid off. Fourteen-month-old Katie was a great model. A country girl from Moxee, she gave us big smiles while posing on her dad’s tractor (cover) and a cousin’s saddle. Love that toothy grin! The first child of parents Ben and Cristin, Katie loves music, playing on her rocking horse and terrorizing the family’s pugs, Skeeter and Skooter.
Advertising Sales Manager Cal Blethen Interim Ad Services Manager Robin Salts Beckett Retail Sales Sandra Aguilar, Kelly Baker, Shawn Goggins, Gabby Hauff, Joe Holman, Teri Ilenstine, Jessi McGill, Janna VanBuskirk National Retail Sales Carmela Solorzano Outside Classified Sales Jim Rosseau, Karen Schwartz Inside Classified Sales Anna Brandt, Carol Howard, Terri Meeks, Theresa Rosseau, Joana Valencia Classified Advertising Manager Lisa Kime Advertising Assistants Megan Calhoon, Debbie Hansen
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What: Playdate Family Expo When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, March 27 Where: Yakima Convention Center, 10 N. Eighth St., Yakima. Cost: $5 for adults and $1 for children ages 3-17. Tots ages 2 and younger are free. All-day admission includes most activities and entertainment. Food, espresso drinks, learning toys, beds and other items will be available to purchase.
Playdate Magazine has teamed up with Yakima Regional Medical and Cardiac Center and more than 60 local businesses and organizations to create this first-ever family event at the Yakima Convention Center. “It’s going to be so much fun,” says Playdate Magazine coordinator Sara Bristol. “The Expo is an opportunity for parents to spend a fun day with their kids while also learning about some of the great businesses and family resources we have here in Yakima.“ At the door, children will receive a treasure map to collect a stamp from each booth they visit. Most booths will offer an activity, game or drawing to win prizes, including a Nintendo Wii and a bicycle and safety helmet.
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“It’s like a school carnival on steroids,” Bristol says. “I’m really amazed at how much work and creativity the vendors have put into their booths.” Here’s a look at some of the entertainment and activities included with admission: • Make “heart art” with Allied Arts and Yakima Regional. • Receive a free toothbrush and check out the Apple Valley Dental gorilla car. • Explore top-rated Subarus while the kids bounce in inflatable jumpers. • Sample tres leches cake and enter to win a piñata from Fiesta Foods. • Start saving money with CCU’s Kirby Kangaroo Club.
• “Pick your nose” from Tambow the Clown’s tricycle. • Plant a sunflower seed and learn about recycling with CoolMom. • Get a free scoliosis screening, improve your hand-washing skills and learn about low-cost health insurance for kids. • Watch the Melody Lane dancers, Mad Science demonstrations and meet Sparky the Fire Dog. Want to know more? There will be a putting green, bean-bag tosses, free child ID kits, a concessions booth, an espresso stand, on-thespot caricatures and more. “Honestly,” Bristol says, “I can’t think of a better way to kick off Spring Break. Hope to see you there!”
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Quirina Alderson, 7, hulas her hoop at one of the eight activity stations at Family Filed Day at Sarg Hubbard Park in April 2007. Photo by Sara Gettys.
START KIDDIN’ AROUND Ready to kick off its second season, Kiddin’ Around is a summerlong activity program designed to get kids and their families movin’ in the great outdoors. Much like a summer reading program, kids can earn participation points that add up to fitness-themed prize incentives, such as swim passes, and will culminate with a drawing for larger prizes at the end of the summer. The program kicks off May 1 with Family Field Day at Sarg Hubbard Park. Other activities planned throughout the summer include tennis lessons, community gardening, using a GPS device to explore the Greenway and martial arts night. “We’re hoping kids will try different activities that they’ve never had the opportunity to do,” says program coordinator Leslie Hatton. Kiddin’ Around is a collaboration of many local organizations,
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including the Yakima Greenway, Yakima City Parks & Recreation and Cowiche Canyon Conservancy. Activities are designed to be free or low-cost to families. Participants can register at Family Field Day or any other event, or stop by the Yakima Greenway office at Sarg Hubbard Park. Here’s the lineup for May: FAMILY FIELD DAY | 1-4 p.m. Saturday, May 1. This free event promotes good nutrition, exercise and family fun. Activities include an obstacle course, jump rope, soccer, kayaking, hula hoops and “an unbelievable game of tag.” Sponsored by the Yakima Greenway Foundation, CWU Dietetic Interns and FitKids USA. Held at Sarg Hubbard Park (next to eastside Walmart), 111 S. 18th St., Yakima; 453-8280. KIDS’ FISH-IN |
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PLANT A SEED Yakima County Master Gardeners will teach children ages 6 and older how to plant seeds and keep a gardening journal at a special workshop April 24. The free workshop will begin at 10 a.m. at the demonstration garden at Ahtanum Youth Activities Park, 1000 Ahtanum Road in Union Gap. Up to 100 participants will receive pumpkin seeds and a journal. In October, participants can enter their records in a best-kept journal contest. Entry categories will be for ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12 and older. For more information, call the Master Gardeners at 509574-1600.
RED FINDS NEW SPOT Formerly a downtown Yakima hot spot for budding artists, Red Art Studios will reopen April 5 in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway. Owner Mindy Clark says Red will expand its youth classes at the new site, which it will share with Sunflower Art and Clay Studios. The new location will not have a gallery. At the new site, Red will continue its popular Itty Bitty Art drop-in studio for children 5 and younger from 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays and Fridays. The cost is $5, and an adult needs to stay onsite. For kids ages 6 and older, the drop-in Kid’s Art Studio will be from 3:30-5 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays. The cost is $12 per class or $10 with prepaid registration. Parents are welcome to drop off their students.
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The studio also will offer monthly art classes requiring preregistration: • Led by Eunsil Kim, Kid’s Clay Studio for ages 7 and older will meet from 3:30-5 p.m. Tuesdays; the fee is $100 for four sessions. • Home School Art for ages 5 and older will meet from 11:30-1 p.m. Thursdays; the fee is $40 for four sessions. • Teen Art Studio for ages 12 and older will meet from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Thursdays; the fee is $65 for four sessions. In conjunction with Mad Science, Red Art Studios will host a series of art-and-science day camps again this summer. New sessions begin each week, June 21-Aug. 23. The studio is also available for birthday parties. The Nob Hill Plaza is located at 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd. Red’s phone number is 509-469-2766; or visit redgalleryyakima.com.
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 14 leg of the marathon on May 21. School Mileage Club laps count towards the first 25 miles. Cost is $5, which includes a T-shirt, finisher ribbon and other prizes. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. Run/walk starts at 6 p.m. Meets at Sarg Hubbard Park. Hosted by Yakima Hard Core Runners Club, HCRunners. org. GOLFIN’ AROUND | 1 p.m. Sunday, May 23. Youth ages 5-14 can start learning to golf at this free event hosted by The First Tee of Yakima and Yakima Parks & Recreation. Equipment is provided. Preregistration is required; call 949-6349 by May 17. Meets at Fisher Park Golf Course, 823 S. 40th Ave., Yakima. For information, go to thefirstteeyakima.org. JUNIOR GAP2GAP RELAY | 611 a.m. Saturday, June 5. Kids ages 6-14 can test their endurance and skill in this 21th annual youth relay on the Yakima Greenway. (Gap2Gap, the grown-up counterpart, marks its 26th anniversary this year.) In 2009, 431 youth competed in this bike, run, in-line skate, kayaking and obstacle course challenge. Just for fun, there’s also a best T-shirt competition. Juniors may compete as individuals or teams. The fee is $15; register by May 26 at yakimagreenway. org or call 453-8280.
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Yakima mama Shannon Love is the stylicious seamstress behind Bebe L’Amour nursing covers. Both pretty and practical, this is a must-have hideaway for any breast-feeding baby. (Nursing cover, $22.50. Fiddlesticks, 1601 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-452-7718)
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Readers sometimes ask for suggestions on where to buy baby gifts in Yakima. While there isn’t a just-for-babies shop or mom-and-pop toy store in town, we’ve been spotting all kinds of adorable lately on the shelves of local gift shops. Here’s a peek at baby gifts we love. THIS LITTLE PIGGY | Not your regular ol’ piggy bank, this prima piggy is all dressed up for ballet. (Mud Pie, $45. Shopkeeper, 3105 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-452-6646) A SWEET TREAT | They look good enough to eat, but unfold these clever cupcakes and they’re adorable onesies. (The Baby Bunch set of four, $33.95. Inklings, 5629 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-965-5830) NO PASTELS, PLEASE | For the modern baby and mama, pull on a graphic bodysuit from Tea. (Bulldog bodysuit, $20. Graphic bodysuit, $26. CC Ltd., 4001 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-965-5397) SOMETHING TOE TALK ABOUT | No shoes needed when you keep baby’s tootsies warm with these fanciful socks by Elegant Baby. (Harry’s High Tops baby socks, $20.95 each set of three. Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital’s Gift Shop, 2811 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-575-8000)
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Ummm...Dinosaurs? Has the Zoo Come to Town? Since this past January 2009, you might have noticed a large gorilla on top of a car buzz by you on the highway… or how about a huge dinosaur with braces climbing out of that building on Nob Hill Blvd. No-the zoo is not coming to town. Apple Valley Dental and Orthodontics has recently opened one of the premiere family dental facilities in the entire state of Washington-probably one of the most unique dental clinics in the whole country. Boasting a pediatric dental specialist, an orthodontic specialist, and a number of general dentists focusing on adult and family cosmetic dentistry. Apple Valley offers an amazing variety of dental services for the whole family-under one large (and animal-friendly!) roof. This 25,000 Square Foot facility has an arcade, a full size theatre (displaying Pixar™ and Disney™ movies daily), a huge circular aquarium play area for younger children, and not to mention a full-size coffee shop for mom and dad to enjoy while their children get whisked away to the most unique and personalized dental experience they may ever have. Aside from all the bells and whistles, Apple Valley does its fair share of dentistry as well. They offer most dental services, catered specifically towards children, such as preventative and restorative dentistry (i.e. sealants and fillings), General Anesthesia services (dentistry while your child sleeps), orthodontics (braces), and tons of fun dental education for the whole family. Working all in one facility, Apple Valley Dental and Orthodontics wants to give you and your children a rewarding dental experience and prove to most of us that dentistry can be fun too! We had a chance to ask a few doctors from Apple Valley some questions regarding the services that they provide. Dr. Tyrone Rodriguez is a Board Certified Pediatric Dental Specialist who has worked in a variety of dental settings including being a director for a large Pediatric/Dental Residency program in the area and multiple pediatric dental clinics across the country. Dr. Todd Steinhart is an Orthodontic specialist and has also worked in many dental clinics across the country providing braces for adults and children. Dr. Todd Steinhart
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Q1: What is an orthodontist? A1: An orthodontist has 2-3 years of specialized training beyond dental school to excel in straightening teeth & insuring proper form & function of the mouth & bite. Orthodontics is devoted to building beautiful smiles by bringing teeth, lips, & jaws into proper alignment. Straight teeth function better, cause less discomfort, are easier to clean, & are more likely to last your lifetime. Q2: When should your child first see an orthodontist? A2: The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children see an orthodontist no later than age seven. This is the usual age that the first permanent teeth begin erupting & orthodontic intervention may be indicated. The purpose of an initial visit at such a young age is to screen & possibly intercept problems that may be developing below the surface. Most children do not receive orthodontic treatment until all their permanent teeth have erupted which averages around 13 years old. Q3: What makes Apple Valley Dental & Orthodontics so unique? A3: Having a pediatric & orthodontic specialist in one dental office setting is the most optimal & comprehensive care that you can provide for your child’s teeth. Their expertise encompasses all aspects of your child’s dental health & facial growth. The convenience for the patient, parent, & even the doctors, is unparalleled in this area.
Q1: When should I schedule my child for their first dental appointment? A1: It’s now recommended by both Pediatricians & Child Dental Specialists (Pediatric Dentists) that a child be seen at the latest by age 1 & then every 6 months for regular check-ups. This is in hopes to get your child acquainted with the dental environment & its professionals, as well as to make a trip to the dentist a lifelong positive experience, also known as the “Dental Home”. Q2: What is a Pediatric Dentist & what does it mean to be Board Certified? A2: A pediatric dentist is the equivalent of a Pediatrician of the mouth. He or she is a licensed general dentist who obtains 2-3 extra years of specialty training focusing on children dentistry, special needs patients, & management of the child’s dental experience. Being Board Certified means that this dental specialist is recognized by additional testing and clinical competency at the highest levels of his or her profession, awarded by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. I am the first board certified Pediatric dentist in this area. Q3: What services do you offer to help children? A3: As a Pediatric Dentist with additional training, we can offer a broad range of services such as sedation & general anesthesia both at the hospital & in-office for anxious or special needs children. We are also able to work with cleft lip & palate children as a member of the Central Washington Cleft lip & palate team. I have extensive additional training in interceptive orthodontics as well as minor oral surgery in children to help treat impacted teeth, tongue tie, & biopsies. My background in orthodontics allows me to help coordinate care with our own AVDO orthodontist for optimal management of your child’s teeth & jaw growth.
We also use the Damon bracket system which is very unique, high technology braces & wires, that offer shorter treatment time, less overall visits to the orthodontist at longer intervals, cause less discomfort, & affords me the opportunity to extract less permanent teeth to acquire full esthetic, youthful smiles. We also use Invisalign™ which is invisible orthodontics that uses plastic (clear) aligners to straighten teeth. Adults love Invisalign™ because they now can straighten their teeth without the stigma of metal braces, & most treatment can be finished in less than 12 months on simple cases. We are now welcoming new patients & are open nights & weekends for your convenience.
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I’m not sure how I feel about texting. I haven’t taken up the practice, but I’m not convinced it will be the death of all language and communication. Maybe this drastic shift is what is supposed to happen in 2010? Some say language will forever be changed, with a shrinking globe and an expanded texting plan.
This whole trend may turn into “The Great Bowel Shift” because the prospect of such change causes some adults to quiver and experience stomach-upset. Even though I refrain from texting, I can’t say I am immune to its alluring properties, and one in particular: coded language. As a parent, I have become a verbal texter, and my wife and I have either spelled out or abbreviated many things so as not to excite, sadden or disappoint our daughter in case we do not have those items in stock. This verbal texting is almost exclusively used for food. I ask my wife, “Do we have any more SBs?” My daughter had been asking for strawberries earlier, but I didn’t want to risk saying the word without getting her hopes up unnecessarily. “I need to head to the store to get Bs, Cs and M-I-L-K.” That’s bananas, cookies, and, well, you’re following along. I used to spell out bananas, but shortened it to “B” only because if my synapses weren’t firing correctly I might forget how many “n-a” combinations I’ve provided, and feel like my mind has taken a tumble on a slip and slide. “B-A-N-A-N-A.” I turn to my wife PlaydateYakima.com
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and ask, “Is that how you spell it?” It’s not that I don’t know how to spell banana, but reciting the letters makes it sound incomplete. Is that all there is to it? When you say it aloud, it seems like there should be one or two more pairs of letters there. “B-A-N-A-N-A-NA-S” sounds much more satisfying, something akin to Beethoven’s “Egmont Overture” with all the
right concluding notes. Speaking of eggs, I don’t have to spell out that one, since my daughter hates them. But I do have to be careful with milk. If stated too quickly, M-I-L-K sounds a lot like the word itself. Try it. The same thing goes for oranges. O-R-A-N-G-E. My daughter has caught me with that one before, but we were all out. Not wanting to
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risk that situation again, I revised my reference to, simply, “O.” So it is that our pantry features, at some time or another, PTs (pop tarts), FBs (fruit bars), and SB and J (Sun Butter and Jelly, since my daughter is allergic to peanuts — which, on a positive note, means we don’t have to use “P” for peanut, but can reserve that letter for pears. If my daughter has a craving for the vegetable with the same sound, then we’ll face another quandary). Our freezer houses PSs (popsicles), and our refrigerator might consist of Ts (tomatoes) and the aforementioned SBs and other F-R-U-I-T. But it’s not always this simple. She might be playing in the other room, and I am as silent as can be as I peel the last available orange, carefully remove each slice, and take my first bite. I am stealthy. But then there’s thumping. She knows. Somehow, she has detected I am up to something, and it’s something she wants. Now. The orange is hidden on the counter, well out of her line of vision, and I am holding the orange slice still in my mouth. I keep my lips closed and try to look natural. But she spots me, and without any hesitation, her smile vanishes and her brow furrows.
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She says, “Sat.” (Translation: What’s that?) Her voice is low and measured. “Sat!?” Louder now, and she heads toward me, picking up the pace with thumping steps. “Sat? SAT!???” My cover is blown, and, ashamed, I am forced to confess my actions and relinquish the orange. No verbal texting will save me here. I understand I am hiding information, even if only temporarily, from my daughter. But I don’t think our codes will reduce her ability to learn and describe objects, either. One afternoon, as
she was sitting in her car seat in the Pacifica as we pulled out of the driveway, my daughter gazed at the spotted clouds and said, “Look, Mama. Polka dot clouds!” “Oh, you’re right,” my wife said, “Those are polka dot clouds!” My daughter continued with slow, calculated words: “Yeah, I’ve eaten those before.” My wife asked her what they tasted like, and she responded, “Like big, fluffy pillows.” That account reveals an important truth: My verbal texting, up to this point, has not impeded my daughter from providing
better poetic descriptions than I can muster after much deliberation. But someday, very shortly indeed, these codes will go away. My only hope is that the experience of sharing food with each other is not going to be short-changed, as some argue texting has or will do to language. After all, we live to eat, and eat diligently so we can hurry up and get to the next meal. But I’ll suck it up because, as we all know, there’s no use crying over spilled M-I-L-K.
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GET ON YOUR FEET | Starting at 18 months, kids can take tumbling and dance classes with the help of an adult. Ask about the Tiny Tots class at Gymnastics Plus (509-4538126), Tiny Tuckers at Selah Gym Kids (509-698-5437) or the Mommy & Me Creative Movement class at Broadway Bound Dance Academy (509-698-3262). GO TO A MOVIE | Especially for caregivers of babies and preschoolers, Cinema Circle offers kid-friendly matinees of first-run movies at 11 a.m. the second and fourth Thursday of each month during the school year. Presented by Yakima Theatres and Circle of Success, the special showings aren’t necessarily cartoons. Rather, they’re designed for the parents in an appropriate-for-kids atmosphere. Find details in the Playdate calendar or call Circle of Success, 509-9657100, ext. 1019.
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EXPLORE ART | Tots can paint, paste and make a mess that you won’t need to clean up at Itty Bitty Art, a drop-in workshop for kids 5 and younger that’s offered from 10 a.m. to noon Thursdays and Fridays at Yakima’s Red Art Studios (509-469-2766), which reopens April 5 at a new location in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway. Kids ages 2-6 can be signed up for Tiny Artist classes at Allied Arts of Yakima, 509-966-0930.
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GET INTO THE GROOVE | The Yakima Family YMCA recently began hosting Munchkin Music rhythm and movement classes in English and Spanish for kids ages 18 months to 3 years. A new session begins April 28; call the YMCA at 509-972-5273 for details. For Kindermusik classes, call Laura Martin at 509-453-8835 or Patricia Oliver at 509-697-4467. Out On A Whim Children’s Bookstore and Imagination Station (509-576-3635) has been known to host similar classes as well. MAKE A SPLASH | Yakima’s Lions Pool (509-575-6046) offers a Baby & Me Swim drop-in playtime for parents and tots, ages 6 months to 3 years, from 10-11 a.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays. For babies 6 months and older, parent-tot swim lessons are offered year-round at Lions Pool and the Yakima Family YMCA (509-248-2012). In the summer, find similar classes at Yakima’s Franklin Pool and the J. Francis Pool in Selah. LISTEN TO A STORY | The libraries in Selah and downtown Yakima each offer special “lap-sit” story times for babies. Check the story time calendar on page 44 because these programs don’t run every week. And, children ages 0-5 can receive a free book in the mail each month through Circle of Success (509-965-7100, ext. 1019), which also hosts a monthly story time in English and Spanish. START SCHOOL NOW | Two Yakima preschools offer educational programs for wee ones. Oakridge Montessori (509966-1080) will educate — and even toilet train! — children ages 18 months and older. And Central Lutheran Preschool (509-3076272), offers a co-op program for parents and 2-year-olds that meets Monday mornings. MEET OTHER MOMS | Plan playdates, swap ideas and make friends with other parents and children when you join a parenting group. For moms with infants younger than 1 year, Memorial Hospital’s Mom & Baby group (509-575-8484) meets from 10 a.m. to noon Mondays. Breast-feeding moms can find support through La Leche League, 509-575-3715. Stay-at-home mothers connect through MOMS Club, 509-577-7007. Learn more about Mothers of Preschoolers, CoolMom and other local groups at playdateyakima.com/resources. PlaydateYakima.com
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SAY THANKS | Friday, May 7, is Child Care Provider Appreciation Day. Visit childcarenet. org/families to download a certificate of appreciation to give your care provider.
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Edward Messer, 4, plays at the Carroll Children’s Center in Yakima in March. Edward's parents like the center's school-like atmosphere. Photo by Andy Sawyer.
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hinking about returning to the work force? Planning for another baby? If so, you’re likely feeling a little anxiety about this topic: Who’s going to watch the kids? On the surface, the task seems simple enough: There’s probably a house down the street with a “kidz R us” sign posted in the lawn. Or, open the phone book and you’ll find dozens of day cares. (Look under C for child care, duh.) However, finding reliable child care — somebody you can afford and somebody you can trust — isn’t as simple as dialing up a pizza. “I didn’t really know how to access the home day cares,” says Julie Baken, a Yakima legal assistant, who several years ago enrolled her oldest son in a childcare center because she wasn’t familiar with other options. In hindsight, Baken says, an in-home provider with more time for one-on-one interaction PlaydateYakima.com
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may have been a better fit for Jarrin, who seemed overwhelmed by the other kids. “It was hard to drop him off every single day,” says Baken, recalling how her son would cling to her. The center was also expensive, she notes. “I’ve always found that you have to pay for the days even if you’re not there,” says Baken, who often takes time off from work on Fridays to spend time with her boys. Now Baken’s younger son, 18-month-old Avery, gets lots of personal attention from his two grandmothers and a greatgrandmother who each watch him for a day or two each week. “Avery’s more outgoing, so we may end up putting him in day care in the next year or two,” Baken says. “He needs more social interaction. He always wants to play with other kids he sees.” CONSIDER YOUR NEEDS | Do you need full-time care or part-time care? Do you need child care during unusual hours? Would a
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location close to work or home be more convenient? Do you prefer a more intimate in-home setting or a center where children are separated by age? “We had heard from a number of different people who had their children at Carroll who said they absolutely loved the atmosphere,” says Ryan Messer, whose 4-year-old son, Edward, has attended Carroll Children’s Center since he started walking. Messer and wife Genipher, who each work full-time, like the educational atmosphere of the large center, which has distinct classrooms for each age cohort with appropriate activities and toys. “We don’t refer to it as child care, as day care, we refer to it as school,” Messer says. “Edward goes to school.” WHERE TO LOOK | A starting point for finding licensed care providers is the state’s Child Care Resource & Referral Network. The network’s local office, a part of Yakima’s Catholic Family & Child Service, maintains a database of 850 licensed child-care providers in Yakima, Grant and Kittitas counties. Over the phone or online (see box
HELP! WHERE DO I FIND CHILD CARE? STEP 1: For help locating a licensed child-care provider, contact Child Care Resource & Referral. Call 509-965-7109 or visit childcarenet.org/families. STEP 2: Research a provider’s licensing information through the Washington State Child Care Information System. Call the Department of Early Learning at 509-225-6272 or visit apps. del.wa.gov/check.
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below), parents provide their child’s age, times they need care, location preferences and any other needs, such as transportation or language, and the database provides a list of care providers that meet the requirements. “It’s a referral, not a recommendation,” stresses program supervisor Maria Vasquez. “We definitely want parents to go out and interview the provider. We really try hard to make sure that the parents know this is their responsibility. You need to interview this provider for a job.” PLAN A VISIT | Parents should plan to visit any provider they’re considering hiring — and don’t be shy about asking questions. “I really appreciate it when parents ask me questions about what we’re doing during the day,” says Carroll Children’s Center director Kathy Helseth. Helselth welcomes parents’ questions about the daily routine, student-teacher ratios and the center’s philosophies on education and discipline. “ I really appreciate it when they ask me something more than ‘How much does it cost?’ and ‘When are you open?’,” she says. “It tells me the parents want something more than somebody to keep their kids and out of mischief.” DO MORE RESEARCH | Before making a decision, Vasquez also suggests parents check up on a provider’s licensing history through the Washington state’s Licensed Child Care Information System. An online database (see box at left) allows parents to get information about any licensing complaints found to be valid by the state, dating back several
WHAT’S THE COST? According to the Washington State Child Care Resource & Referral Network, the 2009 monthly median cost for full-time child care at centers in Yakima County was $624 for infants, $521 for toddlers ages 12.5 years, $483 for preschoolers ages 2.65 years and $260 for school-age kids. Comparable costs for licensed in-home child care were somewhat less: $556 for infants, $483 for toddlers, $432 for preschoolers and $216 for school-age kids.
years. Although specific case details aren’t available, information about the nature of the complaint — health/sanitation, record keeping, supervision, etc. — as well as the number of complaints can give parents a reasonably good idea whether there’s cause for concern. Parents may follow up with the provider if they have questions about a specific complaint or resolution. Parents also should feel welcome to ask a provider for references. CONSIDER ALL OPTIONS | Especially if you’re in the market for infant care, plan on making multiple calls. “It really is tough” to find child care for infants, says Helseth. “Not everyone takes infants because it’s labor intensive, it’s very expensive. I have told people — and some of them are actually doing it — when you find out you’re pregnant, start lining up child care right then.” Some providers, including Carroll, keep a waiting list. Even then, “have an alternate plan,” Helseth suggests. “If this doesn’t work out, what am I going to do?”
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Chris Abeyta cares for her 18-monthold grandson, Avery, Baken two days a week. Family, friend and neighbor care is an inexpensive and more personal arrangement for parents who can find it. Photo by Gordon King.
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The Messers had to answer that question. Though their 4-year-old goes to Carroll, Ryan and Genipher had to find other arrangements for 4-month-old Jonathan after a confluence of circumstances caused them to give up their spot on the wait list. For now, baby Jonathan is being cared for by a family member, a situation that has some major perks. “We like that he’s with family,” Ryan Messer says. “It doesn’t feel quite the same as
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leaving your child (in child care) during that first year.” Sometimes called FFN Care — for Family, Friend & Neighbor Care — informal child care arrangements like the Messers’ and Baken’s are quite common. State figures show there are about 295,000 FFN child-care providers, often grandparents, throughout Washington who watch one or more children an average of 18 hours a week. About 60 percent don’t receive payment for their work.
At Resource & Referral, Vasquez invites these friend and family care providers to take advantage of Catholic Family’s Resource Library, which offers parenting books, children’s books, theme boxes for circle time activities and more. Many parents and care givers may not know about this free resource, Vasquez says. “If there’s anything we can offer to anyone that will benefit children, we’ll do it,” she says. “If we don’t have it, we will find it.”
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Birth day
Each delivery brings its own surprise
Lisa Russell, holding 2-year-old Evelyn, delivered her first daughter in a hospital, her second in the car and the last four at home, unassisted. Photo by TJ Mullinax.
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f course I was anxious about labor, but maybe not for the reasons you’d expect. Part of me just didn’t want the pregnancy to end. This was my sixth child. Shortly into our marriage, my husband and I admitted to one another that we secretly wanted a big family, and each had our hearts set on six children. We’re lucky that we were in agreement over the matter, many other people wouldn’t have been open to it. Especially because, before marriage, we’d discussed having two or three. I loved being pregnant, though. I loved the magic of it. (Think of it: another being living within you!) I loved the distorted shape of my body. I loved being reminded of it every time I couldn’t reach something or felt off balance. I loved bumping into things accidentally. I loved resting my hands on top of it. I loved how I simply “had” to get a new wardrobe all the time. I absolutely loved being pregnant. Anticipating my sixth birth, though, was different than the others. My fifth delivery had been fast and furious, less than an hour long. In fact, Grace was born so rapidly that I caught her alone, in the shower. The entire family woke to her first cries, without even knowing I was in labor. I wasn’t sure myself until I got into the shower and didn’t feel inclined to get out. Baby No. 6 was due Nov. 28 and my third child, Gabriella, would be turning 7 on Dec. 2. Throughout the pregnancy, I promised Gabriella the baby wouldn’t be born on her birthday. I mean, what are the odds, right? PlaydateYakima.com
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Gabriella and Evelyn share a Dec. 2 birthday. As the date drew nearer, we sat Gabriella down for a serious discussion. I told her I expected the baby to come between Thanksgiving and her birthday, but I’d be very surprised if it came on the day she was born. I was hoping, I confided, that it would be born on Meagan’s birthday, Nov. 22. I felt like I’d earned an early delivery at this point. We discussed that nature decides when flowers bloom, when rain falls and when babies are born. “If nature decides to bring the baby on your birthday, I hope you can realize
how special that is, and not be upset about it,” I told Gabriella. I apologized for promising something I couldn’t control. She said she understood, but still didn’t want to share her birthday. “Fine,” I said. Looking forward to Evelyn’s birth brought a strange mixture of emotions: Eagerness to move on with the next phase in life. Sadness to never again feel life moving within me. Excitement about the prospect of having my body all to myself again. Curiosity about the adventures our fam-
ily would pursue without infants or bellies to slow us down. Amusement that we ended up with six girls. And exhaustion, physically, from the stress of our family business and lugging around an 50 extra pounds. But most of all, I wanted to savor the actual labor. I feared it would pass so quickly again, that my transition back to newmom status would again be clouded by confusion without any time to mentally adjust and experience the transition. So far, all of our girls had been born “late,” anywhere from three to seven days. Many natural birthing moms scorn the due date, secure in the knowledge that babies know when they’re supposed to be born, and that the doctor’s estimation is similar to a weather prediction. I, however, like schedules and appointments and while I’m not often on time for things, I do expect others to be (shameless, I know). Waiting for a late baby tests my resolve. OK, it makes me crazy. OK, it brings out the crazy in me.
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Starting a month or so before my due date, every night when I went to bed, I’d make sure the birthing necessities were ready and available. You never know when labor will begin. And the date could be wrong. On top of the dresser, I had a baby scale borrowed from a doula friend and a stack of receiving blankets (ugly ones on top, because they may get stained). I had diapers, teeny socks, warm snugly beanies and a spare set of batteries for the camera. After two weeks, they started to collect dust. I cycled everything back through the laundry, reassembled my setup and waited some more. When labor finally began, my carefully assembled supplies were all put away. Night after night, I went to bed feeling defeated. “Maybe tonight?” my hus-
band would say when I remarked that I couldn’t believe another day had passed without starting labor. I suspect natural labor really begins when your brain sends an “I give up” hormone to the belly. I’m sure it’s like an “abandon ship” siren: “She can’t hold out much longer, Captain.” When Brandon came home from work about 2 a.m. Dec. 2, my heavy belly felt different, but I didn’t want to keep him awake. I was pretty well convinced that Dec. 2 would not be the day because, well, people just don’t have babies on the same day, seven years apart, do they? By 4:30 a.m., though, he could hear me pacing, breathing and climbing in and out of bed repeatedly. At that time, I figured we had a few hours. I changed positions a
Interested in birthing at home? Talk with your family doctor to make sure you understand the risks and benefits of home births. Here are some Central Washington midwives who specialize in home deliveries: • Dr. Virginia (Ginger) Frazer, ND, LM | A naturopathic physician and licensed midwife, Frazer owns Blue Heron Naturopathic Care in Kennewick, 509-586-9691; blueheron. highlandmidwife.com. • Lorri Ellen Carr, LM | A licensed midwife and grandmother, Carr delivered all five of her children out of hospital. She owns Highland Midwife Birth Services in Goldendale, 509-250-2072; highlandmidwife.com. • Kristin Eggleston, LM, CPM | A certified professional midwife, Eggleston owns Sunrise Midwifery in Prosser, 509-7803330; sunrisemidwifery.net. • For more baby resources, including midwives who deliver at local hospitals, visit playdateyakima.com/resources.
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Gabriella, Evelyn and Lisa Russell. Photo by TJ Mullinax. thousand times. I wasn’t comfortable standing, leaning forward on the sink or squatting by the tub. I used the belly-dancing motion that helped my shower baby pass through so easily only two years earlier, but it didn’t help. I cursed, I panted, I cried. I tried to use the Bradley Method breathing that helped me through the first baby, and it helped when I remembered to use it. Mostly, though, I lunged, leaned, squatted, cursed and cried some more. I did that over and over again for what seemed like an eternity. It was about two hours, really, and her head was nowhere in sight.
I was sure that “any minute now” she’d start to come down. I repositioned my body several times, seeking comfort, which always lasted only a second. Finally, as I was coming up from a squat, the baby shifted position. I took a deep breath and in one enormously powerful explosive motion, she was born into my hands. Usually, in birth, the baby descends slowly. Their heads help ensure a gentle stretching by alternately advancing and retreating, two steps forward and one step back. Not this baby, though. Without even showing us a glimpse of her head, she was suddenly born,
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out to her elbows. If you can picture that, and I don’t recommend it, the elbows are really not a comfortable stopping position. In the next contraction, the rest of her body came through and we proceeded to welcome her into our family even though she made such an uncomfortable entrance. I sat on a towel on the bathroom floor and caught my breath, nursed her and tried to memorize her features while awaiting the placenta. My husband fetched things for me. Scissors, blankets, soft washcloth, diaper, beanie, my jammies. Once we were physically separated, I took a nice long shower while he introduced baby Evelyn to her older sisters. Gabriella, of course, was the first sister to hold her. After I had a bite to eat, baby and I retreated to bed. We stayed there together for about a week, with my older kids coming in and out to visit and play as much as they wanted. Everything we needed was right there. To celebrate Gabriella’s birthday, Brandon took the girls to the movies while the baby and I stayed home and tried to rest. Later that night, we all ate birthday cake in bed. I know a lot of attention is paid to a woman’s first baby, but sometimes we underestimate the emotional aspect of having a last baby. I find myself savoring each age and stage with Evelyn, PlaydateYakima.com
knowing she’s my last. I’ve never regretted having unassisted home births. It’s been one of the most amazing and empowering things about motherhood. Every birth is unique, no two stories are the same. When you’re a birth junkie, though, you start to notice certain patterns and can spot the beginning of a chain of events easily. When I was pregnant with my first, I vowed to avoid medical intervention and although she was born in the hospital, we skipped interventions and ended up drug-free. My subsequent births were each different. Labors ranged from 45 minutes to 17 hours, and not in any particular order. “They” told me that it would be faster for each subsequent baby, but that wasn’t true. “They” told me I’d forget the feelings, but that wasn’t true either. I was obsessed with research and I’m still awed by the transformative nature of natural, empowered childbirth in a woman’s life. Last December, Evelyn and Gabriella turned 2 and 9 years old. Sharing a birthday hasn’t been so bad. In fact, I daresay Gabriella thinks it’s kind of special. Lisa Russell and her husband moved from Los Angeles to Yakima in 2002. Since then, they’ve doubled the size of their family. She blogs about their unconventional lifestyle with six daughters at www.lisarussell.org.
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Physical therapist Laura Reed is working with 6-month-old Kaeden Beck to stretch and strengthen his neck muscles because he suffers from flat-head syndrome. At right is grandmother Rhonda Beck. The therapy sessions at Children’s Village in Yakima are designed to help the youngster stabilize his head so he can look and turn in both directions and so his body will develop evenly on both sides. Photo by Gordon King.
Is my baby’s head normal? Physical therapists at Children’s Village see up to six new babies every month who are sent by their doctor because they have flat heads. It is estimated that one out of every 50 babies will experience this condition, called plagiocephaly. Although there are many reasons why a baby’s head may become flat, many cases are preventable. In all cases, it’s important to seek treatment because plagiocephaly can negatively affect your baby’s
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developing vision, hearing and movement. Why is my baby’s head flat? There are many reasons why a baby’s head becomes flat. Twins or triplets are more at risk due to the limited space they have to change position in utero. Premature birth, low muscle tone or birth complications may place a baby at higher risk. Sometimes babies have medical or skeletal issues that have
caused this. Unfortunately, some of the things that give us convenience are also to blame for many cases of plagiocephaly. Babies now spend much of their time in infant carriers, baby swings and bouncy seats. You can imagine how a baby rests the back or side of his head when sitting in one of these devices. Prolonged pressure quickly causes a baby’s head shape to change; skull bones not yet fused together
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actually shift, causing his head to become flat. What are the symptoms of this condition? By the time a baby begins physical therapy at 6 to 12 weeks of age, the flatness often is very noticeable and the baby also has uneven eyes, ears, nose cheeks, forehead and jaw. Muscles in the baby’s neck may also become tight, making it hard for her to turn his or her head one way, a condition called torticollis. The combination of these conditions makes it difficult for your baby to look to both directions, reach with both arms, and roll to both directions. It makes it difficult for your baby to raise his or her head when on his or her tummy. If untreated, a baby could experience a “head tilt” posture that does not go away. Alignment of the eyes, ears and jaw may be affected as well as the shape of the skull. Vision and hearing also may be impacted, as well as motor coordination and balance.
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How can I keep my baby from getting a flat head? Prevention is the easiest treatment. It’s really pretty simple! First, to decrease the risk of SIDS, always, always have your baby sleep on his or her back. And, always have your baby secure in the car seat when riding in a vehicle. However, when the baby is not sleeping or riding in a vehicle, here’s what you can do: • Give your baby lots of time on his or her tummy when you can closely supervise the child. Place your baby on his or her tummy, helping her to prop on her elbows several times a day, for short periods of time. • Use a front pack or baby sling for baby-wearing, versus a bouncy seat, swing or infant carrier. Limit time spent in car seats to only those times when your baby is riding in a vehicle. • Change the way your baby’s head is positioned when sleeping. For one nap, turn the head toward the left. For the next nap, position the head in the middle. For the next
nap, to the right. • Encourage your baby to look to the right and the left by giving the child lots of things to watch with his or her eyes. What should I do if my baby’s head seems flat? You should talk to your doctor immediately if you notice that your baby’s head is flat, or if the child prefers to turn her head one way more than the other. Your baby will be evaluated for any tightness of neck muscles, limitations of movement and abnormalities of the skull. The therapist will provide you with stretching and positioning exercises to perform several times each day. Depending on the severity of your baby’s torticollis and plagiocephaly, weekly therapy may be recommended. In addition, some babies will need to wear a helmet to reshape their head. Laura Reed is a pediatric physical therapist at Children’s Village in Yakima.
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Hop to it! Unlike the perpetually late White Rabbit in Alice’s Wonderland, we find the Easter Bunny likes to get things started right on time. So, remember to bring a basket when you visit the following egg hunts — and don’t be late, don’t be late, don’t be late! EASTER BUNNY PHOTOS AT THE MALL | OK, this isn’t an egg hunt, but we thought the kids might like to meet the Easter Bunny. Find him in the Center Court at Valley Mall from March 26 to April 3. The Bunny’s hours are 3-7 p.m. weekdays, 12-6 p.m. Saturday and 11-5 p.m. Sunday. Photos are available for purchase; proceeds benefit the Northern Pacific Railway Museum in Toppenish.
SATURDAY, APRIL 3 H.M. GILBERT HOMEPLACE | 10 a.m. at the Yakima Valley Museum’s H.M. Gilbert Homeplace, 2109 W. Yakima Ave., Yakima; 509-248-0747. Color eggs before and during the staggered hunts: Children 5 and younger begin at 10 a.m.; 6-9 years hunt at 10:30 a.m.; PlaydateYakima.com
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10-12 years start at 11 a.m. Free, but donations are welcome. WEST VALLEY | 10 a.m. at West Valley Community Park, 80th Avenue south of Nob Hill Boulevard, Yakima. Organized by the WVHS Key Club, this free event features age-divided egg hunts, face painting and games. SUNNYSIDE | 10 a.m. at Darigold Dairy Fair, 400 Alexander Road; 509-837-4321. Children ages 1-9 are invited to hunt for more than 8,000 eggs filled with candy and prizes. Also, every child gets a carton of milk from mascot Smooth the Cow. GRANDVIEW | Enjoy hotcakes and sausage, served by the Grandview Kiwanis, beginning at 8:30 a.m. Cost: $4 adults and $3 for kids 8 and under. Then an egg hunt for kids ages 1-8 begins at 10 a.m. Cost: $1 per child. Visit the Easter Bunny and a small petting zoo. Located at the Country Park Fairgrounds on Wallace Way; 509-882-9219.
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PLAYDATE FAMILY EXPO. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Yakima Convention Center, 10 N. Eighth St., Yakima. Hands-on activities, entertainment, vendor booths and concessions. Learn about family resources in our community and have fun. Cost: $5 adults, $1 children 3-17. Purchase tickets in advance at the Yakima Herald-Republic, 114 N. Fourth St., Yakima.
PROSSER | 10 a.m. at Art Fiker Stadium Hill on Paterson Road. Following an egg hunt for ages 9 and younger, the Easter Bunny will read stories and pose for photos. Participants receive a book. Sponsored by Prosser Kiwanis Club and Prosser Chamber of Commerce, 509-786-3177. SUNCADIA | 9:30 a.m. Join a free community egg hunt throughout the Prospector Golf Course Driving Range. Hot drinks and pastries available for purchase. Suncadia Resort in Cle Elum, suncadiaresort. com; 509-649-6400.
SUNDAY, APRIL 4 FORT SIMCOE STATE PARK | 10 a.m. at 5150 Fort Simcoe Road, seven miles west of White Swan; 509874-2372. Free egg hunt for ages 12 and younger. Bring a picnic and enjoy this 200acre heritage park within the Yakama Reservation. WHITE PASS | 1 p.m. at the west end of the White Pass Day Lodge, 50 miles west of Yakima on U.S. Highway 12; skiwhitepass. com; 509-672-3101. Children ages 12 and younger should sign up by 12:30 p.m. to participate in this annual egg hunt in the snow.
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BUILD AND GROW KIDS CLINIC. 10 a.m. Free building workshop for children and parents. Today’s project: kaleidoscope. Preregistration suggested. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509-248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com MAKE-N-TAKE CRAFT DAY. 10 a.m. Make a craft at the library or take it home for later. Free. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-698-7345. THE KNACK: SPRING THING. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Families invited to create spring projects with Crayola Model Magic Presto Dots. Free, while supplies last. Michaels store, 1729 S. First St., Yakima. 509-452-6484. theknackkids.com OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING
CHILDREN’S STORY TIMES EDITOR'S NOTE: In an effort to save space, we’ve moved regular story times out of the daily calendar and grouped them together here. Special events will continued to be listed in the calendar. Comments? Questions? Write to us at talkback@ playdateyakima.com. BORDERS BOOKS, 1700 E. Washington Ave., Union Gap; 509-248-4018. Story time at 11 a.m. Saturdays. IMAGINATION LIBRARY STORY HOUR will meet at Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima. Presented by Circle of Success, 509-965-7100, ext. 1019. Meets April 14 and May 12. English at 10 a.m., Spanish at noon. Free program for children up to age 5. INKLINGS BOOKSHOP, Chalet Place, 5629 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-965-5830. Preschool story hour at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. McSMART LET’S READ DAY. 11:30-1:30 p.m. April 17. Story time, craft and literacy resource table at all McDonald’s restaurants in Yakima County and Ellensburg. Free activity for preschool-aged children and their parents. MOXEE LIBRARY, 255 W. Seattle, Moxee; 509575-8854. Preschool story hour and craft at 11 a.m. Wednesdays through April 28.
TOURNAMENT. Noon to 4 p.m. Ron’s Coin & Book, 6 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-248-1117. SATURDAY NITE LIVE. 7-9:30 p.m. Free drop-in program open to youth ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, sports, games, Christian message. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 509-248-1202.
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NATURE COLLAGE CRAFT. 10 a.m. Make a beautiful picture using things found in your yard. Free. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-698-7345. BABY & ME SWIM. 10-11 a.m. Drop-in playtime for parents and tots, 6 months to 3 years. Cost: $3.75 adults; kids 3 and younger are free. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509-575-6046. MOM & BABY. 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion group for moms with infants younger than 1 year; bring your baby. Free. A Memorial Hospital Community Education program. Now meeting at Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10203 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-575-8484.
OUT ON A WHIM STORY TIME. Daily story times at 10:30 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Out On A Whim Children’s Bookstore and Imagination Station, 108 S. Third Ave., Yakima; 509-576-3635. myspace.com/ outonawhimbooks. SELAH LIBRARY, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-6987345. Teen activities at 4 p.m. Tuesdays through April 20. Baby lap-sit story time at 10 a.m. Wednesdays through May 19. Preschool story time and craft at 10 a.m. Thursdays through May 20. SUMMITVIEW LIBRARY, 5709 Summitview Ave., Yakima; 509-966-7070. Preschool story time from 11-11:30 a.m. Tuesdays through May 18. SUNNYSIDE LIBRARY, 621 Grant, Sunnyside; 509-837-3234. Preschool story time, 10 a.m. Fridays. TERRACE HEIGHTS LIBRARY, 4011 Commonwealth Drive, Yakima; 509-457-5319. Story time at 10:15 a.m. Thursdays. UNION GAP LIBRARY, 3104 S. First St., Union Gap; 509-452-4252. Preschool story time at 10 a.m. April 6 and May 4. Stories and a craft. YAKIMA LIBRARY, 102 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-452-8541. Baby story time at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays through May 18. Preschool story time at 10:30 a.m. Thursdays through May 20.
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GIRL SCOUT SPA DAY. 12:30-3:30 p.m. Girls 5-17 are invited to learn about stress management, make bath salts and get a facial. Bring nail polish for a manicure. Fee: $10; additional $12 registration fee for new Scouts. Wesley United Methodist Church, 48th and Chestnut, Yakima. Lisa Tapia, 509834-9785 or ltapia@gsewni.org.
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Thursday, April 1
APRIL FOOL’S DAY. Need an easy prank? While the kids are sleeping, mix up their clothes: PJs where the shirts should be, undies in the sock drawer, etc. ROCK PAINTING. 10 a.m. Create rock buddies. Free. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-6987345. LUAU FUN. 2 p.m. Children of all ages are invited to a Hawaiian Spring Break celebration. Free. Yakima Library, 102 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-452-8541.
Friday, April 2
MOVIE DAY. 2 p.m. Bring a friend and enjoy a movie at the library. Free. Yakima Library, 102 N. Third St., Yakima; 509-452-8541. PLANTING FLOWERS. 2 p.m. Children of all ages may learn how plants grown and start their own garden. Free. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-698-7345. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046.
Saturday, April 3
EASTER EGG HUNTS. See page 43. HOME DEPOT KIDS WORKSHOP. 9 a.m. to noon. Free drop-in projects for kids 5-12. The Home Depot, 2115 S. First St., Yakima; 509-452-3016.
KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Two kids play for the price of one. Open gym today: Up to age 2, $3 for an hour or $4.25 all day; ages 3 and older are $6 for one hour or $9 all day. Clean socks required. Located inside Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509453-8126.
THE KNACK: EASTER BUCKETS. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Decorate a free pail for collecting eggs and coloring activity. Free, while supplies last. Michaels store, 1729 S. First St., Yakima. 509-452-6484. theknackkids.com
FRUIT DAY. 10 a.m. Make fruit stamps and drink smoothies. Free. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-698-7345.
Sunday, April 4
CAMPOUT! LIBRARY EVENT. 2 p.m. School-age kids are invited to a camp-themed activity at the library.
OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT. See March 27.
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TEEN ACTIVITY. 4 p.m. Special activities for teens. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-6987345.
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BABY & ME SWIM. See March 29. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY. Open at 10 a.m.; call for closing. Two kids play for the price of one. Cost: $2.50 up to age 2; ages 3 and older are $5.25 for one hour or $8 unlimited; weekend rates are higher. Clean socks required. Located inside Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-453-8126.
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Thursday, April 8
ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in open studio for children age 5 and younger. Cost: $5. Red Art Studios, now located in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; redgalleryyakima. com; 509-469-2766.
or preschooler. Cost: $6 adults, $5 children ages 4-6; one child 3 and younger is free with each paying adult. Movies are shown at either Yakima Cinema, 1305 N. 16th Ave., Yakima, or The Majestic, 1919 S. 14th St., Union Gap. Call for title and location. Circle of Success: 509965-7100, ext. 1019.
Friday, April 9 MOPS — SELAH COVENANT CHURCH. 9-11:30 a.m. Child care provided, infants-6 years. Selah Covenant Church, 560 McGongale Road, Selah; 509-697-6116. selahcov. com ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. See April 8. FUN FRIDAYS. 6-9 p.m. Drop off kids ages 3-10 for a supervised open gym and playtime. Cost: $18 first child, $16 siblings; includes pizza dinner. Reservations not necessary. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046.
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KIDS’ YOGA CLASS. 10-10:45 a.m. Drop-in basic yoga class for parents and children ages 4-8. Cost: $12 per family, or $60 for a six-class punch card. Wear comfortable clothes, bring water; mats available. Yakima Yoga, enter through Carousel restaurant, 25 N. Front St., Yakima; 509-910-1151. yakimayoga.com MOMS CLUB ANNUAL GARAGE SALE. 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Find infant and children’s items as well as other household wares at the MOMS Club of Yakima’s annual sale. Proceeds benefit the Stone Church Toy Store, Northwest Harvest’s Three Squares Program and Riel House. Located on 92nd Avenue, just south of Summitview in Yakima. ACE KIDS CLUB. 10 a.m. to noon. Free drop-in projects for kids ages 3-12. Hometown Ace Hardware, 3700 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-972-4400.
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TEEN ACTIVITY. 4 p.m. Special activities for teens. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-6987345.
BUILD AND GROW KIDS CLINIC. 10 a.m. Free building workshop for children and parents. Preregistration suggested. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com
LA LECHE LEAGUE. 6 p.m. Support group for pregnant and breast-feeding mothers; children welcome. Free. Meets at Cascade Women’s Health, 1601 Creekside Loop, Yakima. For nursing help or questions, call Katy, 509-248-2610, or Denita, 509-575-3715.
OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT. See March 27. SATURDAY NITE LIVE. 7-9:30 p.m. Free drop-in program open to youth ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, sports, games, Christian message. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 509-2481202.
Monday, April 12
MOPS — WEST SIDE. 9-11 a.m. Meeting donation: $5. Child care, food, fellowship, speakers. West Side Church, 6901 Summitview Ave., Yakima. Tera: 509-972-3001. MOM & BABY. 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion group for moms with infants under 1 year; bring your baby. Free. A Memorial Hospital Community Education program. Now meeting at Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10203 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-575-8484. KID’S ART STUDIO. 3:30-5 p.m. See April 5. DIVORCECARE FOR KIDS. 7 p.m. Support group for children, ages 5-12, whose parents are divorced, separated or reconciling. Adult group meets at same time. West Valley Church, 7109 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; 509-966-1550. westvalleychurch.com
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READY BY FIVE: CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP. 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and children, birth to 5 years. April theme: Music. Adams Elementary School, 723 S. Eighth St., Yakima. David: 509-853-2052. MOPS — MOUNTAINVIEW CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. 6:30-8 p.m. Meetings are free; child care provided, through grade 5. Food, fellowship, speakers. Mountainview Christian Fellowship, 7105 Alpine Way, Yakima. Tabitha: 509-972-3723.
TEEN MOPS. 3-4:30 p.m. Nonthreatening environment where teen moms are encouraged by Christian women. Open to teen mothers through age 21 and their children. Free. Meets at Stanton Academy Alternative School, 901 W. Whitman St., Yakima. Holli Wolcott: 509-453-4206.
Thursday, April 15
KID'S ART STUDIO. 3:30-5 p.m. See April 5.
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Church, 60 Bedrock Lane, Naches; 509-658-2904. MOPS — FIRST PRESBYTERIAN. 9-11:15 a.m. Meeting dues: $5. Child care, food, fellowship, speakers. First Presbyterian Church gymnasium, 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima. Sherrie: 509-966-0604. MOPS — LOWER NACHES. 9-11:30 a.m. Meeting donation: $4. Child care, food, fellowship and speakers. Memorial Bible Church, 111 Old Stage Way, Gleed. Mandy: 509-9306441. ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. See April 15. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046.
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ELEVENTH ANNUAL ARBOR FESTIVAL. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. “The Giving Tree” is the theme for this year’s free family event featuring about 30 educational stations and kid-friendly activities. Yakima Area Arboretum, 1401 Arboretum Drive, Yakima; 509-248-7337. ahtrees.org McSMART LET’S READ DAY. 11:30-1:30 p.m. Story time, craft and literacy resource table at all McDonald’s restaurants in Yakima County and Ellensburg. Free activity for preschool-aged children and their parents. OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT. See March 27.
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Monday, April 19 MOPS — CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF SELAH. 9-11:30 a.m. Casual discussion group. Breakfast, coffee and child care provided. Craft fee: $3. Christian Church of Selah, 112 N. Wenas, Selah. Erin: 509-594-1198. 13.823239.PLD.L
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Tuesday, April 20
TEEN ACTIVITY. 4 p.m. Special activities for teens. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-6987345.
Wednesday, April 21
MOMS CLUB OF YAKIMA. 10 a.m. Daytime activities for stay-home mothers and their children. Meets at Central Lutheran Church, corner of 16th and Yakima avenues. $30 annual dues. 509-577-7007. momsclubofyakima@gmail.com. BABY & ME SWIM. See March 29. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY. Open at 10 a.m.; call for closing. Two kids play for the price of one. Cost: $2.50 up to age 2; ages 3 and older are $5.25 for one hour or $8 unlimited; weekend rates are higher. Clean socks required. Located inside Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-453-8126. KID’S ART STUDIO. 3:30-5 p.m. See April 19.
Thursday, April 22
ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in open studio for children age 5 and younger. Cost: $5. Red Art Studios, now located in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; redgalleryyakima. com; 509-469-2766. CINEMA CIRCLE. 11 a.m. Special matinee open to parents or caregivers accompanied by a baby or preschooler. Cost: $6 adults, $5 children ages 4-6; one child 3 and younger is free with each paying adult. Movies are shown at either Yakima Cinema, 1305 N. 16th Ave., Yakima, or The Majestic, 1919 S. 14th St., Union Gap. Call for title and location. Circle of Success: 509965-7100, ext. 1019. DIA DE NIÑOS Y LIBROS. 4 p.m. Celebrate the festival of Children and Books Day with stories, games,
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ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. See April 22. DIA DE NIÑOS Y LIBROS. 4 p.m. Celebrate the festival of Children and Books Day with stories, games, crafts and books. Southeast Yakima Library, 1211 S. Seventh St., Yakima; 509-576-0723. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046.
Saturday, April 24 CHILDREN’S DAY PLANTING & JOURNALING CONTEST. 10 a.m. Master Gardeners will teach children ages 6 and older how to plant pumpkin seeds and keep a gardening journal. Seeds and journals provided for up to 100 children. Journaling competition in October. Meets at the Master Gardeners demonstration garden at Ahtanum Youth Activities Park, 1000 Ahtanum Road, Union Gap. Master Gardeners, 574-1600. THE KNACK: PUFFY CLAY EVENT. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children can make mom a special magnet for Mother’s Day. Free, while supplies last. Michaels store, 1729 S. First St., Yakima. 509-452-6484. theknackkids.com
YES! AND YYSO SPRING CONCERT. 3 p.m. The Yakima Youth Symphony Orchestra and Yakima Ensemble for Strings will give their annual spring concert. One-hour performance. Admission is $5 at the door; children younger than 18 are free. Capitol Theatre, 19 S. Third St., Yakima.
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MOMMY CONNECTION. 9:1511:30 a.m. First hour is Mommy & Me, second hour is just for moms; all ages welcome. Free. Child care reservations: 509-966-1900. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima. For more, e-mail Katie: katejoyt@ hotmail.com. BABY & ME SWIM. See March 29.
BUILD AND GROW KIDS CLINIC. 10 a.m. Free building workshop for children and parents. Preregistration suggested. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com DIA DE NIÑOS Y LIBROS. 12 p.m. Celebrate the festival of Children and Books Day with stories, games, crafts and books. Selah Library, 115 W. Naches Ave., Selah; 509-698-7345. OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT. See March 27. SATURDAY NITE LIVE. 7-9:30 p.m. Free drop-in program open to youth ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, sports, games, Christian message. Yakima Family YMCA, 5
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NINTH ANNUAL FIESTA GRANDE. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Billed as the largest Cinco de Mayo festival in the state. Mariachi bands, dancing horses, youth ballet folklorico groups, car show, food and craft vendors. Third and Chestnut streets, downtown Yakima. Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 509-453-2050. FREE FAMILY FIELD DAY. 1-4 p.m. Free family event promoting nutrition and exercise. Activities include an obstacle course, kayaking, hula hoops and tag. Sponsored by the Yakima Greenway Foundation, CWU Dietetic Interns and FitKids USA. Held at Sarg Hubbard Park (next to eastside Walmart), 111 S. 18th St., Yakima;
509-453-8280. ACE KIDS CLUB. 10 a.m. to noon. Free drop-in projects for kids ages 3-12. Hometown Ace Hardware, 3700 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-972-4400. OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT. See March 27. YAKIMA REDS. 7 p.m. Seasonopener soccer match vs. Kitsap Pumas, defending Northwest Division champions. Tickets: $5; children 5 and younger free. Season passes are $40 adults or $20 ages 6-12, includes fan scarf (while supplies last). Marquette Stadium, 5400 Chestnut Ave., Yakima. SATURDAY NITE LIVE. 7-9:30 p.m. Free drop-in program open to youth ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, sports, games, Christian message. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 509-2481202.
Sunday, May 2
OLD STEEL CAR CLUB SHOW. 10 a.m. to 4 a.m. Central Washington Agricultural Museum in Fullbright Park, 4508 Main St., Union Gap. centralwaagmuseum.org NINTH ANNUAL FIESTA GRANDE. 1 p.m. parade in downtown Yakima. Other activities from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. See May 1.
Monday, May 3 MOPS — CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF SELAH. 9-11:30 a.m. Casual discussion group. Breakfast, coffee and child care provided. Craft fee: $3. Christian Church of Selah, 112 N. Wenas, Selah. Erin: 509-594-1198. MOM & BABY. 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion group for moms with infants younger than 1 year; bring your baby. Free. A Memorial Hospital Community Education program. Now meeting at Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10203 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-575-8484. KID’S ART STUDIO. 3:30-5 p.m. See April 5.
Wednesday, May 5
CINCO DE MAYO. Ask the kids to help plan a dinner fiesta. BABY & ME SWIM. See March 29.
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Thursday, May 6
ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in open studio for children age 5 and younger. Cost: $5. Red Art Studios, now located in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; redgalleryyakima. com; 509-469-2766.
Friday, May 7 MOPS — FIRST PRESBYTERIAN. 9-11:15 a.m. Meeting dues: $5. Childcare, food, fellowship, speakers. First Presbyterian Church gymnasium, 9 S. Eighth Ave., Yakima. Sherrie: 509-966-0604. ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. See May 6. ZILLAH JUVENILE FISHING DERBY. 6 p.m. Free youth fishing derby with several age divisions; bring your own gear. Prizes available. Winery pond at Vintage Valley Parkway next to Interstate 82, Zillah. Zillah Chamber: 509-829-5055. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046.
Saturday, May 8 SELAH GYMKIDS SATURDAY PLAYDATE. 10-11:30 a.m. Open gym and playtime for children ages 1-5 years, accompanied by a parent. Zip line, popcorn, other activities. Cost: $10. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437. BUILD AND GROW KIDS CLINIC. 10 a.m. Free building workshop for children and parents. Preregistration suggested. Lowe’s, 2500 Rudkin Road, Union Gap; 509248-3032. lowesbuildandgrow.com ZILLAH COMMUNITY DAY. 11 a.m. parade in downtown Zillah followed
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ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in open studio for children age 5 and younger. Cost: $5. Red Art Studios, now located in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; redgalleryyakima. com; 509-469-2766.
CINEMA CIRCLE. 11 a.m. Special matinee open to parents or caregivers accompanied by a baby or preschooler. Cost: $6 adults, $5 children ages 4-6; one child 3 and younger is free with each paying adult. Movies are shown at either Yakima Cinema, 1305 N. 16th Ave., Yakima, or The Majestic, 1919 S. 14th St., Union Gap. Call for title and location. Circle of Success: 509965-7100, ext. 1019. SELAH COMMUNITY DAYS FESTIVAL. 5 p.m. Carnival opens. Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St., Selah. selahdays.org
Friday, May 14 MOPS — SELAH COVENANT CHURCH. 9-11:30 a.m. Child care provided, infants-6 years. Selah Covenant Church, 560 McGongale Road, Selah; 509-697-6116. selahcov. com ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. See May 13. SELAH COMMUNITY DAYS FESTIVAL. 4 p.m. Carnival opens at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St., Selah. selahdays.org FUN FRIDAYS. 6-9 p.m. Drop off kids ages 3-10 for a supervised open gym and playtime. Cost: $18 first child, $16 siblings; includes pizza dinner. Reservations not necessary. Selah GymKids, 709 North Park Centre, Selah; 509-698-5437. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046.
Saturday, May 15 AMERICAN ANTIQUE TRUCK SOCIETY TRUCK SHOW. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. New and old trucks will be on display at Fullbright Park, 4508 Main St., Union Gap; centralwaagmuseum. org; 509-453-5780. HIKIN’ AROUND. 9 a.m. Bring hiking shoes and water for a gentle hike through Cowiche Canyon. Free; stroller accessible. Meet at the Weikel Road parking lot; find directions at cowichecanyon. org. Hosted by Cowiche Canyon Conservancy. To preregister, call 509-453-8280.
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See These Businesses at the Playdate Family Expo! SELAH COMMUNITY DAYS FESTIVAL. 10 a.m. Parade marches south from North Wenas Road at Bartlett to East Naches Avenue to South First Street at Valley View Avenue. From noon to 11 p.m., food, vendors and entertainment at Wixson Park, 214 S. Third St. Carnival opens at 11 a.m. Fireworks at 9:30 p.m. selahdays.org KIDS’ YOGA CLASS. 10-10:45 a.m. Drop-in basic yoga class for parents and children ages 4-8. Cost: $12 per family, or $60 for a six-class punch card. Wear comfortable clothes, bring water; mats available. Yakima Yoga, enter through Carousel restaurant, 25 N. Front St., Yakima; yakimayoga.com; 509-910-1151. OFFICIAL YU-GI-OH! DUELIST KING TOURNAMENT. See March 27. MARYHILL MUSEUM FAMILY FUN DAY. 1-4 p.m. Using Maryhill’s collection of outdoor sculpture as inspiration, kids can use toothpicks and marshmallows to create their own sculpture. Family Fun activities and admission to the museum are free for children younger than 17 with one adult admission. Regular admission: $7 adults, $2 children ages 6-16. Maryhill Museum of Art, south of Goldendale on State Route 14; 509773-3733; maryhillmuseum.org. YAKIMA REDS. 7 p.m. Soccer match vs. Victoria Highlanders FC. Tickets: $5; children 5 and younger free. Season passes are $40 adults or $20 ages 6-12, includes fan scarf (while supplies last). Marquette Stadium, 5400 Chestnut Ave., Yakima. yakimareds.com SATURDAY NITE LIVE. 7-9:30 p.m. Free drop-in program open to youth ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, sports, games, Christian message. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 509-2481202.
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Monday, May 17 MOPS — CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF SELAH. 9-11:30 a.m. Casual discussion group. Breakfast, coffee and child care provided. Craft fee: $3. Christian Church of Selah, 112 N. Wenas, Selah. Erin: 509-594-1198. MOM & BABY. 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion group for moms with infants under 1 year; bring your baby. Free. A Memorial Hospital Community Education program. Now meeting at Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10203 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-575-8484.
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Wednesday, May 19 LAWN TRACTOR PULL COMPETITION. 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. High school students compete to see whose lawn tractor can pull the most weight the farthest. Central Washington Agricultural Museum in Union Gap’s Fullbright Park, 4508 Main St.; centralwaagmuseum.org; 509-833-4311.
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ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. Drop-in open studio for children age 5 and younger. Cost: $5. Red Art Studios, now located in the Nob Hill Plaza Breezeway, 2522 W. Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima; redgalleryyakima. com; 509-469-2766.
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MOPS — NILE VALLEY. 8:45-11:15 a.m. Child care, food, fellowship and speakers. Nile Valley Community Church, 60 Bedrock Lane, Naches; 658-2904. MOPS — LOWER NACHES. 9-11:30 a.m. Meeting donation: $4. Child care, food, fellowship and speakers. Memorial Bible Church, 111 Old Stage Way, Gleed. Mandy: 509-9306441.
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ITTY BITTY ART. 10 a.m. to noon. See May 20. FITNESS FOR KIDS MARATHON. 6 p.m. Participants run or walk 25 miles on their own, with adult supervision, then join others to run or walk the last 1.2-mile leg of this 26.2-mile marathon. School Mileage Club laps count. Cost is $5; includes T-shirt, finisher ribbon and other prizes. Registration begins at 4:30 p.m. Run/walk starts at 6 p.m. Meets at Sarg Hubbard Park. Hosted by Yakima Hard Core Runners Club, HCRunners.org. FUNKY FRIDAY NIGHT. 7-8:30 p.m. Rockin’ recreational swim featuring loud ’80s music. Cost: $1 adults, $0.50 youth, or $3.25 family. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima. 509575-6046.
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SATURDAY NITE LIVE. 7-9:30 p.m. Free drop-in program open to youth ages 7-15, in partnership with Yakima Valley Young Life. Swimming, sports, games, Christian message. Yakima Family YMCA, 5 N. Naches Ave., Yakima; 509-2481202.
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MOM & BABY. 10 a.m. to noon. Discussion group for moms with infants younger than 1 year; bring your baby. Free. A Memorial Hospital Community Education program. Now meeting at Evangelical Lutheran Church, 10203 Tieton Drive, Yakima; 509-575-8484. KID’S ART STUDIO. 3:30-5 p.m. See April 5.
Wednesday, May 26 NEW ISSUE OF PLAYDATE TODAY! MOMMY CONNECTION. 9:1511:30 a.m. First hour is Mommy & Me, second hour is just for moms; all ages welcome. Free. Childcare reservations: 509-966-1900. Westminster Presbyterian Church, 6015 Summitview Ave., Yakima. For more, e-mail Katie: katejoyt@ hotmail.com. BABY & ME SWIM. 10-11 a.m. Dropin playtime for parents and tots, 6 months to 3 years. Cost: $3.75 adults; kids 3 and younger are free. Lions Pool, 509 W. Pine St., Yakima; 509575-6046. KIDS CASTLE 2-FOR-1 DAY. Open at 10 a.m.; call for closing. Two kids play for the price of one. Cost: $2.50 up to age 2; ages 3 and older are $5.25 for one hour or $8 unlimited; weekend rates are higher. Clean socks required. Located inside Gymnastics Plus, 2121 W. Lincoln Ave., Yakima; 509-453-8126. KID’S ART STUDIO. 3:30-5 p.m. See May 24. READY BY FIVE: CREATIVE FAMILIES PLAY & LEARN GROUP. 6-8 p.m. Free learning activities for parents and children, birth to 5 years. May theme: Spring and flowers. Adams Elementary School, 723 S. Eighth St., Yakima. David: 509-853-2052. MOPS — MOUNTAINVIEW CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP. 6:30-8 p.m. Meetings are free; child care provided, through grade 5. Food, fellowship, speakers. Mountainview Christian Fellowship, 7105 Alpine Way, Yakima. Tabitha: 509-972-3723.
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gotcha!
When a neighbor’s dog chased after a ball, Deb Hansen’s basset hound Bailey and 14-month-old grandson Peterson Kegley followed right behind. And Grandma thought their little behinds were so cute, she took a photo. “Gotcha!” Pete, who turns 2 in April, lives in Yakima with parents Brian and Kristen Kegley.
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