For Tots AGES 3-4, MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY A PARTICIPATING ADULT This fun sports development program introduces children to the world of sports. Parent and child work together to learn throwing, catching, kicking, hitting, and sportsmanship! Sports covered will be scaled down to your child’s size and ability, and the main focus will be on […]
**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 […]
We have no tennis scheduled for the 2022 spring/summer at this time - please check back soon. Know a great tennis instructor? Direct them to our employment page!
Paint your own abstracts! ADULTS (Youth 10+ okay accompanied by an adult) Learn to make unique abstract art using acrylic paints and pouring medium. This introductory class will cover the basics of how to mix the paint & medium, how and why to use silicone drops, and demonstrate several common techniques. Participants will create several pieces […]
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 […]
MIXED, GRADES 6-8 Come to scenic Whidbey Island for a fun one-day event on the pristine fields of South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District’s Sports Complex. The fields are a 20-minute ferry ride from Mukilteo, and a 10-minute drive to the park. Event may be cancelled or relocated based on weather and field conditions. Advance […]
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 […]