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 […]
Charm school for your dog! Humans 16+; Dogs 6+ months* Do you wish your dog were more courteous? Or better behaved in public? Learn how to teach your dog good manners using the power of positive reinforcement and games you’ll both enjoy. We’ll work on polite greetings, loose leash walking, being handled, and meeting strangers, […]
Old Dogs, New Tricks HUMANS AGE 16+ and DOGS OF ALL AGES* Try out some dog sports while having fun and learning the foundations of good dog training. Dog sports provide mental and physical stimulation, build better relationships and have practical value. They create confidence and trust as you mindfully coach your dog from one […]
SESSIONS FOR AGES 5-13 Accompanied by a significant adult Are you intimidated by the thought of doing art with your child? You don't have to be a great artist to do art with your kids. Spend quality time connecting with your child, create memories, explore your own creativity, witness your child's development & have fun […]
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 […]
IN-PERSON CAMP CANCELLED - Join the Virtual Summer Art Camp: Printmaking instead. AGES 8-12 Bring: Wear clothing that can get messy, bring a sun hat, hand sanitizer, a cloth mask or other face covering, sun protection lotion and a snack and bottle of water. Instructor: www.melissakochfinearts.com Melissa Koch is a full-time practicing artist and arts […]
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 […]