**Cancelled** Sadly, it is just too cloudy to view stars. We'll schedule another Star Party in the future! Meanwhile, it's not raining! So you could still take a lovely winter solstice stroll this evening.Go outside and enjoy the last dark days. Or stay inside, nice and cozy, with a warm drink and a book. Happy solstice! Photo […]
CANCELLED SESSIONS FOR AGES 4-10 (Parents are encouraged to participate too!) Students can learn some basics on instruments taught by Linda Good, including violin, viola, cello, guitar, piano, recorder, and autoharp and singing. Weather permitting we’ll have outdoor activities, such as songs for hiking on the trails, and finding fun items related to music. We’ll […]
CANCELLED A special night out starring you and your child, this parent-child event will continue and expand on the popular Dad & Daughter Ball tradition. We broaden “parents” to include other trusted significant adults and relatives. More details coming soon. Get your tickets early! Location: The Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Event Center Tickets: $30/parent & child […]
ADULTS Macramé is making a comeback! Fall in love with the art of macramé and the simple, yet therapeutic process of knotting. This class will teach you some of the basic and most popular macramé knots to get you started. During our 2.5-hour class you will be well on your way to creating your own […]
Challenge your household members to a slug race! Competitors each gather a champion slug (preferably carefully plucked from your prize winning garden), place them in the center circle and kick off the race. The first slug to the outer circle is the winner! Make your race as complicated or simple as you want. Optional: Name your […]
Meet the hikers! Join authors Maribeth Crandell and Jack Hartt for a presentation on local hikes and an introduction to their book, "Hiking Close to Home". They'll discuss hiking safety in the age of Coronavirus, and introduce you to hikes around Island County. Opportunities for questions will be available. Find their book here. This is a […]
Saturday, May 23, 7:00pm-9:00pm Using Zoom and live Streaming on the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District YouTube Page, Executive Director, Doug Coutts, will host a Live “Virtual Open Mic Night” Saturday, May 23 from 7pm to 9:00pm. There is no charge for performing in or watching this broadcast. We would encourage virtual guests to […]
AGES 13 to 18 Young parents & caregivers of young children also welcome. The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program gives teenagers and young adults everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. From getting started with their business, to dealing with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, […]
For ages 8-12 years Engaging art workshops at home. Nature can be a wonderful source of inspiration that teaches us about form, line, color, relationship, movement, rhythm and story. In this series of 3-day workshops, children will have the opportunity to explore the arts, culture and folk lore of different cultures and their relationship to the […]
For ages 8-12 years A creative, playful and nurturing online summer art camp where children will explore the wonders of the natural world and the expression of the colors and forms found in nature using diverse printmaking techniques. Kids will learn about artistic process, how to create prints using relief inks and unusual printing plates, the […]
ADULTS & YOUTH AGES 7+ Looking for a new hobby, or looking for that next mind-expanding life experience? Learn the basics to outdoor rock climbing together and it will open a whole new world! Learn knots, belay techniques, equipment, local routes, safety skills, and climbing techniques. There is nothing as bonding as bonding like belaying […]