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Special section of The Issaquah Press

Free Time!Free Time!

Cultural Arts 4

Fitness 6

Health Education 8

Parenting 10

Preschool/Youth 12

Special Interest 14

Sports 18

Teen Activities 20

winter recreation guide 2010 -2011

Published by

Issaquah Press Inc.

www.issaquahpress.com

425-392-6434

Watch for the Spring

issue of Free Time!,

coming March 9, 2011.

The classes listed here are a round-up of offerings from the

library, senior center, clubs and organizations, some non-profit

agencies and the advertisers in this special section.

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Opera Preview: The Barber of Seville Though he was only 24 years old when his newest comic

opera, The Barber ofSeville, was first per-formed in Rome inFebruary of 1816,Gioachino Rossini wasan established compos-er with several popularoperas under his belt.Rossini had high hopesbut opening night wasa disaster and Rossiniwas crushed.Subsequent audiencesdisagreed and TheBarber of Sevilleemerged to becomeone of the most popu-lar operatic comediesof all time. NormHollingshead will illus-trate his commentarywith recorded musicalexcerpts.

• Tuesday, Jan. 11.• 7 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset Way• Free• 425-392-5430

Writer’s CallHave you put off writing your stories? Join us to write,read, and listen. There is a “Writer’s Call Bookshelf” locat-ed in the card room which has materials available for writ-ers to read, share, and borrow. • 1st and 3rd Wednesdays • 10:30-11:30 a.m.• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• Free• 425-392-2381

Digital Multi-track Recording TeensMusic Works NW has combined forces with WisemanStudios to offer this introductory course. Students willlearn organizational skills for setting up sessions, practicalknowledge of the essential studio tools, microphonechoices and placement techniques, and roles of the engi-neer including managing sessions and artists. Seewww.musicworksnw.org for more information.• Jan. 13 – Mar. 17• 7– 8:50 p.m.• Music Works NW, 14360 SE Eastgate Way, Bellevue• $360• [email protected] or 425-644 0988

Opera Preview: Don QuichotteJules Massenet’s Don Quichotte utilizes only a few scenesfrom Cervantes' famous novel but those are brought tolife by Massenet's wonderfully "Frenchified" Spanishmusic. Don Quichotte has been performed successfullywhenever a dynamic basso has assumed the title role, asSeattle Opera does in its' upcoming production. NormHollingshead will illustrate his commentary on DonQuichotte with recorded musical excerpts from his owncollection, many quite rare.• Tuesday, Feb. 22• 7 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset Way• Free• 425-392-5430

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Sammamish Symphony concertAges 11-adultSammamish Symphony Orchestrapresents Rachmaninoff PianoConcerto No. 2 in c minor.• Sunday, Feb. 27 • 2 p.m. • Eastlake Performing Arts

Center, 400 228th Ave. NE,Sammamish

• $16 adults; $11 students and seniors

• www.sammamishsymphony.org

Books and MoreDiscuss books and/or articles of interest that you have reador select a book to read together. You may also suggestreading ideas for the group to consider. Meets in the sen-ior center library.• 2nd and 4th Wednesdays • 10:30 -11:30 a.m. • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• Free• 425-392-2381

Line DancingExercise your body & mind by line dancing to lively music.Dancing styles covered in class are Country Western,Swing, Tango, Cha Cha, Waltz, and more. No previousdance experience or partner necessary. Instructor SpencerHoward.• Thursdays ongoing• 10 - 11 a.m. • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• $5/class • 425-392-2381

Holiday POPS concertAges 11- adultFavorite seasonal works by theSammamish Symphony Orchestra inconcert with the Samantha SmithElementary School Choir.• Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. • Dec. 12, 2 p.m. • Eastlake Performing Arts

Center, 400 228th Ave. NE,Sammamish

• $16 adults; $11 students and seniors• www.sammamishsymphony.org

Learn Tai ChiAge 55+This class is designed for the beginning student. You’lllearn breathing techniques and some basic movements.Instructor Ted Thomas.• Mondays, ongoing• 10-10:45 a.m.• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• Free• Must register, 425-392-2381

Tai ChiAge 55+This class combines Tai Chi movements and postures withmusic. These gentle movements will exercise your wholebody while you listen to Chinese music. Instructor TedThomas.• Mondays, ongoing• 9-10 a.m.• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• Free• Must register 425- 392-2381

Gravity Group TrainingAll agesThese 30-minute strength classes heat up all major musclegroups, performed on the Gravity Training System, adevice that encourages functional exercise by using yourbody weight as resistance, utilizing a cable and pulley sys-tem and free-motion glide board. Work at your chosenlevel of resistance. Attracts exercisers who traditionallyfocus on cardio, but want an efficient strength workout.Four spots per class, for affordable personal training!• Monday thru Saturday• Various times available• Peak Sports and Spine Physical Therapy, 1260 116th Ave.

NE, Bellevue• $260 for 8-week package• Lindsay Michaud, BS, CES, ACSM, 425-450-9801

Cycling class18+Pons Studio Cycling and Rowing guarantees your satisfac-tion and provides you with the newest equipment in spin-ning and indoor rowing in a 1-hour class. With RealRidebikes, you not only go straight, but can move the bike leftof right to target your lower body, abs and arm strength.Take a real ride to a healthier life!• 7 days a week• Varies, 5 a.m. – 8 p.m.; beginner class M-W-F 4-4:30 p.m.• Pons Studio, 90 Front Street South, Issaquah• $25/class; discount for class packages• [email protected] or 425-391-8412

Water Fitness14-adultJump in for a terrific hour of water fitness in the pool!Meet your health and fitness goals using gentle, water-based resistance.• Sammamish Y: Monday, Wednesdays, Friday at 8 a.m.• Coal Creek Y: Monday - Friday at 9 a.m.• Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah

(Campus of City Church) or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd., Newcastle

• Facility Members – included in membership; Non-Members/Program Members - daily use fee

• 425-391-4840 or [email protected]

Zumba, Yoga, Cycling, Group Fitness14-Adult (Family Zumba ages 8+)Exercise your spirit, mind, and body with us in our newestgroup exercise classes! Come try a class for free and see ifit’s for you. A full range of other fitness classes are alsoavailable including circuit training, step aerobics, cycling,senior fitness, water fitness and more!• Dates and times available at sammamishymca.or or coal-creekymca.org• Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah(Campus of City Church) or Coal Creek Family YMCA,13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd., Newcastle• Facility Members – included in membership; Non-Members/Program Members - daily use fee• 425-391-4840 or [email protected] (Sammamish);425-282-1500 or [email protected] (Coal Creek)

Vinni YogaBeginning Yoga offered twice a month. You will learnsimple stretches, the art of breathing, meditation andrelaxation. Taught by Amy Jarvis.• 2nd & 4th Tuesdays • 1-1:45p.m.• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• $5• Must register, 425-392-2381

Sit & Be FitAges 55+This class is designed to include movement and stretchingto increase the heart rate while maintaining your stability.Most exercises are done in chairs while targeting resist-ance training and balance for fall prevention. InstructorBarbara Scott.• Every Wednesday and Friday • 11 a.m.-12 p.m.• Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• $35• Must register, 425-392-2381

Intermediate S.A.I.L.(Stay Active & Independent for Life) Ages 55+Exercise to stay fit. This class will include exercises toimprove balance, flexibility, and strength. Exercises arecustomized for all fitness levels and needs. Class size is lim-ited to 30. Instructor: Barbara Scott. • Wed & Fri • 9:30-10:30 a.m. • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• $35• Must register, 425-392-2381

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Issaquah/Sammamish Health & Safety FairFree healthscreenings, chil-dren’s fingerprint-ing, home safetyand emergencypreparednessfrom 30+ healthand safety profes-sionals includingfamily physicians& specialists, den-tists, chiroprac-tors, nutritionists,fitness professionals and alternative health practitioners. Presented by Overlake Hospital Medical Center.Co-sponsored by the City of Issaquah and The IssaquahPress. • Saturday, Feb. 26• 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.• Free admission• Pickering Barn (across from Costco)• [email protected] or 425-392-6434, ext. 243

Weight Loss Surgery SeminarHas the time come to get the facts about weight loss sur-gery? If so, here is youropportunity. Overlakeinvites you to join us for aninformative evening to findout if weight loss surgery isright for you. Pre-registra-tion required • Tuesdays, Jan. 25th, Feb.

22nd or Mar. 22nd• 6-7:30 p.m.• Overlake Medical Center

Issaquah, 5708 E. Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE

• Free• 425-688-5259 orwww.overlakehospital.org/classes

The Anticancer LifestyleAdultsExplore recent findings on ways to increase your resistanceto cancer. Learn how to create an anticancer lifestyle usingbeneficial foods, protecting yourself from environmentalthreats, and enhancing your physical and emotional well-being.Presented by Carol Robl, Health Education Specialist,Swedish Cancer Institute.• Tuesday, Dec.14• 7 p.m.• Issaquah Library,10 West

Sunset Way• Free• 425-392-5430

Life After CancerTreatmentSession One: challenges can-cer survivors may face,strategies to deal with chal-lenges, managing stress, per-sonal action plans to helpwith the transitionSession Two: relaxation tech-niques, medical records tokeep, achieving optimalhealthSession Three: local organization providing services forsurvivors, Cancer Survivor Toolbox CD set provided, heal-ing the whole person — mind, body and spirit.Participants are encouraged to share their experiences andfeelings following completion of treatment. Participantswill benefit by attending all three sessions.• Tuesday, Feb. 1, 8, & 15• 7 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 West Sunset Way• Free• 425-392-5430

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For children 2 1/2 thru 6 years old

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Safe SitterAges 11-13This program is recommended for children to teach themhow to handle emergencies with basic lifesaving tech-niques, safety precautions, getting help and childcare.• Saturday, Jan. 29 • 9 a.m.• $40• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • www.swedish.org

Growing Up MaleAges 9-12, with parentThis class provides a perfect opportunity to build a bridgebetween you and your 9- to 12-year-old to demystifypuberty and the changes that occur during this somewhat-awkward time. The focus of this class is to enhance com-munication between parents and preteens, as well as facil-itate learning about the physical and emotional changesof puberty. Information about male and female changeswill be presented. Taught in partnership with PlannedParenthood of Western WA. Call (206)386-2502 for schol-arships before registering.• Tuesday, Feb. 22 • 6:30- 9 p.m.• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • $25 covers 1 child+ 2 adults. Additional child $5 each.• www.swedish.org

Growing Up FemaleAges 9-12, with parentThis class provides a perfect opportunity to build a bridgebetween you and your 9- to 12-year-old to demystifypuberty and the changes that occur during this somewhat-awkward time. The focus of this class is to enhance com-munication between parents and preteens, as well as facil-itate learning about the physical and emotional changesof puberty. Information about male and female changeswill be presented. Taught in partnership with PlannedParenthood of Western WA.• Tuesday, March 29• 6:30- 9 p.m.• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road

• $25 covers 1 child+ 2 adults. Additional child $5 each.• www.swedish.org

Staying Fit to Prevent StrokeA brisk walk for as little as30 minutes a day canimprove your health inmany ways, and may reduceyour risk for stroke. Joinone of Swedish MedicalCenter’s physician assistantsto learn to reduce your riskfor stroke and how to stayfit. You will also get upand moving to learn easyexercises for any fitnesslevel. Free blood pressurescreening will be available.• Thursday, Feb. 24• 2 p.m.• Issaquah Library,10 West

Sunset Way• Free• 425-392-5430

Joint Replacement: The Right Choice for You?If you have arthritic joint pain and are considering jointreplacement, you'll want to attend this important seminar.• Thursday, Jan. 20 or March 31• 6 p.m. • Free• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • www.swedish.org

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Parenting TeensParent your 13 to 19-year-old teenager without yelling,grounding or bribing! Join Friends of Youth to learn: com-municating respect and encouragement, cooperation andproblem solving, building responsibility and strategies todeal with sex, drugs & alcohol. Register early, spaces fillquickly. Based on STEP: Systemic Training for EffectiveParenting• 6 Wednesdays, Classes begin in January• 7-9 p.m.• Issaquah Friends of Youth, 414 Front St. N.• $60 Individual/$80 Couples, Scholarships available• Friends of Youth, 425-392-6367

Parenting 2-12 year oldsFor Parents of 2 to 12 year olds: Learn positive ways to dis-cipline your child and practical and workable skills you canstart using immediately. Turn anxiety about parenting intoconfidence! Register early, spaces fill quickly. Based onSTEP: Systemic Training for Effective Parenting• 6 Tuesdays, January 11 - February 15 • 7-9 p.m.• Issaquah Friends of Youth, 414 Front St. N.• $60 Individual/$80 Couples, Scholarships available• Friends of Youth, 425-392-6367

Hop to Signaroo – Baby Sign LanguageHearing families can use American Sign Language to com-municate with hearingbabies as young as 5months old. Signinggreatly reduces frustra-tion, promotes fasterlanguage development,stimulates intellectualgrowth and brain devel-opment, enhancesmotor skills andstrengthens your par-ent-child bond. Classmaterials includes lami-nated Reminder Cards,resources, photos,descriptions and memo-ry aids for 80 signstaught in class. Scholarships available - call 206-386-2502before registering. Enrollment is for one or both parentsof the same baby, or one parent and a grandparent. • Four sessions, Wednesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23• 6:30 p.m. • Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • $128 plus $19 materials fee• www.swedish.org

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Preparing for Childbirth & Newborn Care For Expectant Parents A series of popular, interactive classes, filled with reliableinformation to help you prepare for labor, birth and new-born care. Includes a textbook and a tour of the ChildbirthCenter. Taught by qualified, experienced ChildbirthEducators. Pre-registration required. • Offered weeknights and weekends. • Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. Lake

Sammamish Pkwy SE• $105 Comprehensive Series, $95 Condensed Series • 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Happiest Baby on the Block Babies welcome!Learn to calm and soothe your newborn in just minutes.Pre-registration required.• Saturday, Jan. 15, Feb. 12 or Mar. 5• 10 a.m.–Noon• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. LakeSammamish Pkwy Se #103• $60 - includes kit and DVD• 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

You and Your New BabyFor mothers with infants up to 12 weeksA 5-week class designed to encourage group interactionand support. Topics include comforting your baby, copingwith crying, feeding and weaning, choosing and manag-ing childcare, changing family roles, infant developmentand stimulation, identifying illness in infants, safety, par-enting styles and community resources. Pre-registrationrequired. • Wednesdays and Thursdays daytime• Overlake Medical Center Issaquah, 5708 E. LakeSammamish Pkwy SE • $55• 425-688-5259 or www.overlakehospital.org/classes

Holiday Craft & Cookie ExtravaganzaAges 4 weeks-12 yearsKid’s Country Issaquah invites you to the Holiday Craft andCookie Extravanga to make crafts and ornaments andhave a wonderful time.• Friday, Dec. 10• 6:30 p.m.• Kid’s Country Issaquah, 710 NW Gilman Blvd.• Free• (425) 369-2400

TAG! Social Skills Class Ages 5 to 9 Together Achieving Goals (TAG!) is a 10-week social skillsprogram designed to promote the building of friendships,the sharing and expansion of ideas and conflict resolution.Adapting one’s responses to the ideas of others is thefoundation for the development of friendships and instillsconfidence in your child. Confidence leads to strong emo-tional relationships. The group is led by skilled therapistsat Lakeside Center for Autism, www.lakesideautism.com.• Session 1: Thursdays, Jan. 6 - March 10• 4-5:30 p.m.• Lakeside Center for Autism, 1871 NW Gilman Blvd., Suite2, Issaquah• $1,000 • Kim, 425-657-0620, [email protected]

Kid's Night OutGrades K-5The kids get a night of funwhile the parents enjoy amuch-needed date nightor quiet time! This event isbrought to you by theIssaquah Youth AdvisoryBoard. Pre-registrationrequired.• Dec. 10• 6-9 p.m.• Issaquah Community Center• $15/child or $25/family• Register at 425-837-3300 or www.issaquahparks.net

Snoqualmie Springs SchoolAges 4-8Mark your calendar for the open house and registrationfor the 2011-12 school year for Pre-K through 2nd grade.• Friday, Jan. 21, 4-6 p.m.• Saturday, Jan. 22, 1-3 p.m.• 25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Road, Issaquah• Joe Drovetto, 425-392-1196 or [email protected]

Casa Mango PreschoolAges 2 +Looking for an early language exposure for your child?Casa Mango offers a year round Monday-Friday Spanishimmersion program for children ages 2 and up. Let’s learnSpanish while we play, craft and sing!• Monday through Friday all year long• 9 a.m. – 12 or 1 p.m.• 70 E. Sunset Way, Issaquah• $480/month, $360/month, $288/month • 206-604-0891

Father - Daughter Valentine Dance Girls grades 1-5 and their Dads This is the most antici-pated event of theyear! Come casual orcome dressed to thenines! Definitely comeready to dance andhave a great time.Cookies and punchprovided. Photo pack-ages available for $12and up. Pre-registra-tion required. Yourname will be on theroster at danceentrance.• Saturday, Feb. 12• 7-9:30 p.m.• Issaquah CommunityCenter• $20/couple• www.issaquah-parks.net

Preschool Story Time3-5 yearsMeet other preschool pals and enjoy wonderful storiesand silly songs.• Mondays, Sept. 13-Nov. 8 and Nov. 29-Dec. 6• 11 a.m.• Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Nov. 9 and Nov. 30-Dec. 7• 11 a.m.• Issaquah Library• Free• (425) 392-5430

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Toddler Story TimeAges 2-3 yearsEnjoy stories, songs and finger plays just for toddlers whileintroducing Early Literacy concepts for parents and care-givers.• Tuesdays, Sept. 14-Nov. 9 and Nov. 30-Dec. 7• 11 a.m.• Wednesdays, Sept. 15-Nov. 10 and Dec. 1-8• 10 and 11 a.m.• Issaquah Library• Free• (425) 392-5430

Waddler Story TimeAges 12 to 24 months Super stories and songs just for young toddlers, accompa-nied by an adult. Lots of wiggling and giggling guaran-teed!

• Thursdays, Sept. 16-Nov. 4 and Dec. 2-9 • 10 and 11 a.m.• Issaquah Library• Free• (425) 392-5430

Adventure GuidesKindergarten - 3rd GradeY-Adventure Guides is aprogram for fathers orother significant adult andchildren K-3rd grade.Parent-child pairs join acircle with families in theirneighborhoods or schoolsand participate in activitieseach month such as cam-pouts, carnivals, Marinersgames, and more!• Throughout school

year• Varies depending on

events• Sammamish Family

YMCA, 4221 228th Ave SE, Issaquah

(Campus of City Church) or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd., Newcastle

• $90 per adult/child pair; $45 each additional child

• Linda Toycen, 425-391-4840 or

[email protected] (Sammamish); Abbey Jaffe, 425-282-1500 [email protected] (Coal Creek)

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Preserving Family Photos and HeirloomsAges 12 - AdultLearn about the basics of preservation and how they applyto your own personal artifacts. The workshop will includehands-on demonstrations and the opportunity to brain-storm solutions to your preservation challenges. Attendeeswill also receive a copy of “Preserving Family Heirloomsand Photographs.” Presented by Julie Hunter & EricaManiez of the Issaquah History Museums.• Saturday, Jan. 15• 11a.m. – 12:30 p.m.• Issaquah Depot, 50 Rainier Blvd. N.• Free• [email protected]

Architecture and Design in Rome Ages 14-AdultPresented by Sarah Murdoch, a Rick Steves tour guide.Unfurl the historical and architectural layers of Rome,from the daysof the RomanEmpire to thepresent, in thisvirtual tourthrough theeternal city.Murdoch willdescribe thearchitecturalmarvels of thecity notinghow the beauty comes from a reliance on natural propor-tions. Murdoch will juxtapose the city of Rome withAmerican cities, showing how Rome was constructed withpeople in mind. An intriguing examination of what drivesdevelopment and architecture.• Wednesday, Jan. 12• 7 p.m.• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE• Free• 425-392-3130

How to Start a BusinessAdultsLearn the resources that are available to you, the steps instarting a business, how to write a business plan, how todo research, etc. Free workshop sponsored by WashingtonBusiness Center and Community Capital Development, theSammamish Chamber of Commerce and KCLS.• Tuesday, Dec. 14, Jan. 11, Feb. 9. • 2 p.m.• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE• Free• 425-392-3130

Online Marketing – AdvancedAdultsPresented by GoGoPin, www.gogopin.com, learn how tomake use of free marketing tools online to sell your items,promote your small business, or start a business online.No experience required. Join us as we create a fully func-tional professional business website by just mouse clicking,dragging, and dropping. WiFi is available if you have anotebook computer, but it is not required.• Wednesday, January 25• 7 p.m.• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE• Free• 425-392-3130

Deck the HallsDowntownParticipate in the "BestDecorated Storefront"Contest for Front Streetand Gilman Village and getin the Christmas spirit!• Voting ends December

13.• Ballots available at par

ticipating businesses.• Free• 425-246-6239 or

[email protected]

Ladies Night/Holiday Shopping Support Eastside Baby Corner when you shop! Enjoy twoglasses of wine, free mini makeovers, appetizers and funshopping included with a $10 donation.• Wednesday, Dec. 8• 7-9 p.m. • Blakely Hall, 2550 N.E. Park Drive, Issaquah Highlands • $10 donation• Call 314-600-7561

1005 5th Ave. NW, Issaquah 425.392.4087

www.Sunnybrookmont.com 7am-6pm Monday thru Friday

Open HouseJan. 22 & Feb. 5, 10-1

Give Your Computer a Second Life Adults & TeensAre you thinking of tossing out your computer because itfeels sluggish running your current operating system (OS)?Want to try a different OS like Linux while keeping yourexisting one? Want to use free software alternatives thathave features similar/equivalent to commercial software?Join Ray Chew as he explains the various operating sys-tems and the options of free software.

• Wednesday, Feb. 9• 7 p.m.• Sammamish Library, 825 228th Ave. SE• Free• 425-392-3130

Computer Lab TutorSenior Center volunteer Carlos Escobar will be available toanswer computer questions and show you basic tasks on adrop-in basis.• Wednesdays ongoing • 1-2 p.m. • Issaquah Valley Senior Center, 75 NE Creek Way• Free• 425-392-2381

Hopelink ESL Talk TimeAdultsTalk Time is a conversation practice class for all ESL levels.Students join small groups and practice speaking Englishwith trained group facilitators. No registration required. • Mondays, Dec. 13 – Mar. 28

(No class Dec. 20 or 27, Jan. 17, Feb. 21)• 6:30-8:30pm• Issaquah Valley Elementary, 555 NW Holly Street• Free• Kelli Graham, 425-250-3009

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ESL Class —IntermediateLevelThis class helps Chinesespeaking limited-English speakers.Attention is given topracticing and improv-ing English to speakmore confidently indaily life. • Mondays ongoing • 10-noon• Issaquah Valley SeniorCenter, 75 NE CreekWay• Free• 425-392-2381

AARP Driver SafetyAges 55+Older persons improve their driving skills. Attendance atboth sessions is necessary to receive a certificate that mayallow insurance discounts. Fee payable in class to AARP by

check only.• Saturday, Sept. 18 & 25• 10 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.• $12 for members/ $14 non-members• Swedish/Issaquah, 2005 NW Sammamish Road • www.swedish.org

Seniors Holiday DinnerTurkey dinner with all the trimmings for seniors over 65years old. There will also be a free raffle during the dinnerfor some great prizes. • Sunday, Dec. 12• 1 p.m. • Lake Sammamish Elks Lodge, 765 Rainier Blvd. N.,

Issaquah• Free• 392-1400 for reservations

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Beaver Lake Park2526 244th Ave. SE

Black Nugget Park1953 24th Ave. NE

Central Park1907 Park Dr. NE

Depot ParkRainier Blvd.& Alder Place

Gibson ParkNewport Way

Grand View Park2306 NE Natalie Way

Issaquah Comm. Ctr.301 Rainier Blvd. N.

Lake Samm. State Park2000 NW Sammamish Rd.

Pickering Farm1730 10th Ave.

Preston Athletic Fields87th Place

Tibbetts Valley Park12th Ave. NW & Maple St.

Sammamish Commons801 228th Ave. SE

Veterans’ Memorial Field 140 E. Sunset Way

Pine Lake Park2615 228th Ave. SE

Squak Valley ParkIss-Hobart Rd. & SE 104th St

Area Parks

GymnasticsAges 2-12 Gymnastics is the best all-around physical fitness opportu-nity for children, providing the basics of all sports andphysical challenges. Classes develop happy, healthy, strongand confident children through a variety of physical activi-ties involving bars, balance beams, trampolines and tum-bling aids. Raising a child’s self confidence enables themto achieve in everything they do.• Start any time• Monday- Saturday mornings, Monday- Thursday afterschool • Gymnastics East, Bellevue and downtown Issaquah loca-tions• $51-65 month• 425-392-2621 or 425-644-8117

Issaquah Little LeagueAges 5-14Registration is now open forspring league T-ball, softball andbaseball. Late registration with anadditional fee begins Jan. 15.Scholarships available. Volunteersare needed for managers, coachesand umpires. • IssaquahLittleLeague.org

Mini Leaguers YouthSportsAges 3-6The YMCA offers youth sports throughout the school yearincluding basketball, T-ball, indoor and outdoor soccer,gymnastics and more! • Sammamishymca.org or Coalcreekymca.org for details • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah

or Coal Creek Family YMCA, 13750 Newcastle Golf Club Rd, Newcastle

• Cost varies based on program and membership type• Sammamish Family YMCA 425-391-4840 or email

[email protected]

Guided Mountain Hikes Join the Issaquah Alps Trails Club on various hikesthroughout the year. Each hike is graded for difficulty. Nofees. All hikes begin at the Issaquah Trails House at thecorner of First and Bush near the community Center. Theclub’s website lists upcoming hikes, but this is a samplingof what’s ahead.• Dec. 11, 9 a.m., Cougar Mt. double loop, 7 miles• Dec. 12, 9 a.m., Tiger Mt. Tradition Plateau, 5 miles• Dec. 19, 9:30 a.m., Cougar Mt. partial loop, 5.5 miles• Dec. 22, 9:30 a.m., Talus-East Cougar loop, 3 miles• Dec. 26, 9:30 a.m., Cougar Mt. loop, 4 miles• Dec. 31, 10 a.m., Leaders choice, dogs welcome, 3-5 miles• Go to www.issaquahalps.org

Open GymBasketballMen & Women 16+No registration required,just drop in and join oth-ers at the hoops.• Tuesdays• 6-9 p.m.• Issaquah CommunityCenter• $4 adults/ $3 youth• www.issaquahparks.net

Swim LessonsAges 3-5 and 6-11Learn to swim at the Y! Beginning to advanced level swimlessons are offered with trained instructors, up to 5 kidsper class. Lessons are available year-round in the eveningsand weekends.• Sammamishymca.org or Coalcreekymca.org for dates

and times • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah


• Cost varies depending on session and days• [email protected] (Sammamish) or

[email protected] (Coal Creek)

Tennis & Friends Ages 50+This informal group meets at Tibbetts Valley Park tenniscourts. Three of the four courts are reserved for Tennis &Friends. Registration not required. • Monday-Friday• 9 a.m.-12 p.m.• Tibbetts Valley Park• Free• Lloyd Spencer, 425-369-8332.

Red Gate Farm Riding LessonsAges 6-18Riding lessons include the use of grooming and ridingarena, all equipment, and the horse. Riding lesson feespay all the costs of feeding and caring for the horse andits equipment including veterinary care, shoeing, feed,clothing, riding tack, and maintenance of the arena.Private lessons are 30 minutes and semi-private lessons(two students) are approximately 45 minutes.• Year round• After school program available• Red Gate Farm, 23836 SE 24th St, Sammamish• $65 per lesson/ minimum one per week.• Jamie Smith at 425-392-0111 or

[email protected]

Open Gym VolleyballMen & Women 16+No registration required, just drop in

and join others at the nets.• Mondays• 6-9 p.m.• Issaquah Community Center• $4 adults/ $3 youth• www.issaquahparks.net

Sports contacts you should know:Issaquah Alps Trails Club www.issaquahalps.orgIssaquah Eagles Football www.issyfootball.orgIssaquah Gliders Track Club www.thegliders.8k.comIssaquah Little League, North 425-313-7564Issaquah Little League, South 425-391-9747Issaquah Soccer Club www.eysa.orgIssaquah Sportsmen’s Club www.issaquahsportsmensclub.comIssaquah Swim Team www.istsockeyes.orgSammamish Rowing Association www.sammamishrowing.org

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Super Smash Bros. Brawl TournamentGrades 6-12Annihilate your adversaries! Crush your competitors!Obliterate your opponents! Compete for honor and prizes.Register early, space is limited. • Thursday, Jan. 27• Registration and warm up: 3 p.m.; Tournament 3:30 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Homework Help @ the Study ZoneGrades K – 12Drop-in during scheduled StudyZone hours for free homeworkhelp from volunteer tutors.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. SunsetWay• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430,or www.kcls.org/studyzone/ fordates

Teen Programs8th-12th gradeSammamish Family & Coal Creek Family YMCAs offer mul-tiple teen programs including Y-RidersSnowboarding/Skiing, Youth and Government, ServiceSaturdays, Youth Ambassador Corps, Earth Service Corps,leadership programs, service programs, volunteer opportu-nities and more!• School Year• Times vary by program – visit Sammamishymca.org

or Coalcreekymca.org for details • Sammamish Family YMCA, 4221 228th Ave. SE, Issaquah


• Cost varies based by program• Heidi, 425-391-4840 or [email protected]

(Sammamish); or Jerry 425-282-1500 or [email protected] (Coal Creek)

Middle School Dance6th - 8th gradeAll youth in grades 6-8 are welcome to attend, providedthey have photo ID. No re-entry if student leaves thedance before 10 p.m. Concessions available. Dress codeenforced. All youth must pass through a metal detector atentrance.• Friday, Feb. 4• 7–10 p.m.• Issaquah Community Center• $5 at the door• 425-837-3317, Issaquah Park Dept.

Game On!Grades 6-12Play your favorite games for the Wii, Xbox 360 and PS2.

Check out our new games! We have board games too.• Dec. 9, April 28, March 31• 3 - 4:30 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Teen Book GroupGrades 6-12What are you reading and watching? Share your thoughtson books you're reading for fun. Earn books to keep whenyou read and discuss them with the group.• Dec. 16, Jan. 13, Feb. 17, Mar. 24, April 21• 3:30 – 5 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Applying for College in a RecessionGrades 9-12The current economy is impacting college admissions. Canapplying for financial aid hurt a student’s chances ofadmission? Should you apply for aid if you think youwon’t qualify? Learn how colleges are changing the waythey admit students, and how students must adapt tothese changes. Presented by Collegewise. • Saturday, Feb. 12• 10 – 11 a.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Digital Discovery Zone Open LabGrades 6-12

Stop by the DigitalDiscovery Zone duringopen lab hours to designand share multimediaprojects. We have every-thing you need to creategames, videos or anima-

tion. Use your imagination! Space is limited. The DigitalDiscovery Zone is ADA accessible.• Dec. 20, 27• 3 - 5 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Go to kcls.org to register 7 days before the day of the lab

Read 3, Get 1 FreeGrades 6-12Read three books and write three thoughtful, originalreviews. For each completed Read 3 form you return toyour library, you get a free book. Participate during library open hours.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Planning for CollegeFinding the Right Colleges for YouGrades 9-12How can students know what they’re looking for in a col-lege? We’ll share ways to recognize what types of collegesmight be good fits, discuss how to evaluate the many fac-tors that need to be considered (size, location, majors,etc.) and share some of the insights learned from formerCollegewise kids now flourishing in college. Presented byCollegewise. • Saturday, Jan. 15

• 10 - 11 a.m. • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

College Admissions 101Grades 9-12What are colleges really looking for? Are grades, testscores and activities equally important? What other fac-tors are considered during the admissions process? Doeshaving a connection get you in? We’ll take you behindthe scenes of an admissions office to show you how they

evaluate and select students. Presented by Collegewise. • Saturday, Jan. 22• 10 – 11 a.m. • Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

How to Write Great College EssaysGrades 9-12A lot of really good kids write really bad college essays.We’ll explain what admissions officers want (and don’twant) to read, reveal the five most overused essay topics,and teach writing techniques that will help any studentwrite more engaging and effective college essays. Parentsare strongly encouraged to attend. Presented byCollegewise. • Saturday, Feb. 5

• 10 – 11 a.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

All Day Pre-K (4 yrs. by Aug. 31),

Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grade

“Foundation Education”

contact Joe Drovetto, Chief Admin.phone 425-392-1196email [email protected] www.snosprings.comaddress 25237 SE Issaquah-Fall City Rd., Issaquah 98029

Snoqualmie Springs School

2011-2012 School YearOpen House and Registration

Friday, Jan. 21, 4-6pm Saturday, Jan. 22, 1-3pm

Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Cosplay Camp @ Manga Club, Part 2Grades 6 - 12Get tips on howto design andsew your cosplaycostume forSakura-Con. Nosupplies needed,but bring yourcostumeplans/supplies ifyou have them.• Monday, Feb. 7• 3– 4:30 p.m.• IssaquahLibrary, 10 W.Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff,425-392-5430

Make aPhoto DVDGrades 6-12Stop by the Digital Discovery Zone to create a photo DVDwith music using iDVD. Bring photos (prints or .JPGs on aflash drive/CD-R) if you wish or just use photos you haveposted online. If you'd like to add a favorite song to yourphoto DVD, bring a music file on a flash drive, CD or CD-R(.MP3, MPEG, AAC formats are ok.). Space is limited. TheDigital Discovery Zone is ADA accessible.• Monday, December 6• 3 - 5 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Manga ClubGrades 6-12Like manga and anime? Stop by Manga Club to draw,watch anime on the big screen, have a snack and more.It’s different every time!• March 7, April 11• 3– 4:30 pm• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Learn About Chado @ Manga ClubGrades 6-12Learn about Japan's tea culture known as Chado, the Wayof Tea at Manga Club in December. Chado is a gift of hos-pitality that, through the medium of powdered green tea,offers sanctuary for the spirit. Transmitted since the 17thcentury, Chado unifies artistic, social and spiritual threadsof Japanese culture to engage the body, mind and spirit.• Monday, Dec. 13• 3:30 – 5 p.m.• Issaquah Library, 10 W. Sunset Way• Free• Reference Staff, 425-392-5430

Cosplay Camp @ Manga Club, Part 1Grades 6-12Learn how tostyle your wigand do yourmakeup forSakura-Con. Nosupplies need-ed, but bring awig if you haveone. • Monday, Jan.10• 3– 4:30 p.m.• IssaquahLibrary, 10 W.

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