Skagit Valley Recreation & Activity Guide FALL 2012

SKAGIT VALLEY Recreation & Activity Guide FALL 2012

Ray Reep Salmon Derby see page 5

Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation .............................................2-5 Mount Vernon Parks Foundation ....................................................5 Skagit County Bike Map...................................................................6 Academic Adventures ......................................................................6 Festival of Family Farms Skagit Farm Tour .....................................7 Skagit County Parks & Recreation ...........................................8 & 9 Recreation Without Borders ..........................................................10 Skagit River Salmon Festival .........................................................11

Skagit Conservation District ..........................................................11 Burlington Chamber of Commerce ...............................................12 Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve ......................12 Bellingham Sportsplex ...................................................................13 Skagit Valley Family YMCA .............................................................13 Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon ......................................................14 Western Washington University.....................................................15 Community Calendar .....................................................................16

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MOUNT VERNON PARKS, RECREATION & CITY WORKS PROGRAM 1717 South 13th St., Mount Vernon • Parks, Programs & Reservations (360) 336-6215 • Information Line (360) 336-0631 fax (360) 336-6290 website: www.mountvernonwa.gov e-mail: mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov

RECREATION PROGRAMS Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation invites individuals with special needs to participate in our programs. Please call in advance if accommodations are necessary for successful participation.

YOUTH PROGRAMS CREATIVE RHYTHM AND MOVEMENT This is a ballet based class with focus on coordination, skipping, leaping, and jumping with continual change of musical rhythms.

The creative portion of class is matching movement to the music! There will be some dancing to show at the end of each session.

Please wear clothes that are easy to move in (example: leggings, shorts, t-shirt and tennis shoes or bare feet).

DAYS/TIME: Mondays, 4:00pm-4:50pm Session 1: September 24, October 1, 8, 15 Session 2: October 22, 29, November 5, 12 AGE: 4-6 years MIN: 4 FEE: $40 Resident/ $42 Non-Resident LOCATION: TBA INSTRUCTOR: Sylvia Trask, Experienced Dance Instructor BEGINNING BALLET & TAP This is a beginning ballet and tap class with a focus on coordination and fun! French terms will be introduced for ballet positions. This class will provide focus and detail for ballet and tap movements. Please wear clothes that are easy to move in (example: leggings, shorts, t-shirt and tennis shoes or bare feet). Tap shoes not required.

DAYS/TIME: Mondays, 5:00pm-6:00pm Session 1: September 24, October 1, 8, 15 Session 2: October 22, 29, November 5, 12 AGE: 7-9 years MIN: 4 FEE: $40 Resident/ $42 Non-Resident LOCATION: TBA INSTRUCTOR: Sylvia Trask, Experienced Dance Instructor

CHILD AND BABYSITTING SAFETY CLASS The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program is a community education program that covers child safety and basic care techniques for infants and children. CABS stresses the priority to keep the babysitter and the children you care for safe. Some of the topics covered in the program: before the parents leave, playtime, telephone calls/stranger knocks, hand washing, meal times, bedtime, and providing emergency care (first aid and CPR).

DATES: Thursday, December 20 TIME: 9am-3:30pm AGE: 10 years and older LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Skylight Room FEE: Resident $40/Non-Resident $42 MIN: 10 INSTRUCTOR: Sheila Davis, Certified First Aid/CPR Instructor American Safety & Health Institute NOTE: Bring lunch and a drink RALLEYBALL TENNIS FUN LEAGUE The Ralleyball format is designed to allow kids 10 and under with all levels of ability to play the game of tennis in an easy and fun way. They will be on a team of four to six, learn the game and have a great time! Participants, in this easy format, will be learning with age appropriate equipment. Players will learn the skills of tennis during a one hour practice and participate in a one hour game each week for three weeks. Registration includes a team t-shirt!

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 10th DATES: September 19, 22, 26, 29 & October 3, 6 TIMES: Wednesday Practice: 5:30pm-6:30pm Saturday Games: 1:00pm-2:00pm LOCATION: South Tennis Court at Hillcrest Park AGE: 6-10 years MIN: 8 FEE: $55 Resident/ $57 Non-Resident NOTE: Tennis racquets are provided for day of class only. Volunteer parent helpers are needed and appreciated (We can always use volunteers on both practice and game days) INSTRUCTOR: Kim Somerville, Current head coach for Skagit Valley College Men’s and Women’s tennis teams with 30 years of experience with youth.

EXPLORATION LITTLE MOUNTAIN! Hike, explore, and letterbox at our own Little Mountain Park! There is so much to explore just at our fingertips! Create your own letterboxing stamp, decorate a notebook and get out on the trails to find hidden letterboxes at Little Mountain! Play some nature BINGO on the way and enjoy the beautiful trails and viewpoints. Please bring a snack (weekday classes) or a sack lunch (Saturday session) and wear weather appropriate clothing.

Session 1: September 18th (Tues) and 20th (Thurs) - 3:00pm-5:00pm Session 2: Saturday, October 13th 10am-2pm AGES: 8-12 years MIN: 5 FEE: $14 Resident / $16 Non-Resident LOCATION: Meet at Hillcrest Park Skylight Room STAFF: Sara Malone ADULT & FAMILY TRIPS Recreation Without Borders trip fees include supervision, transportation and admission fees but do not include food, beverages or other purchases unless specifically noted.

Participants should bring money for food and other purchases and wear weather appropriate, comfortable clothing and walking shoes.

DALE CHIHULY’S GARDEN AND GLASS AND MORE! Join us today as we travel to two of Seattle’s most awe-inspiring attractions…the brand new Chihuly Garden and Glass and the historic Volunteer Park Conservatory. Located at the Seattle Center, Chihuly Garden and Glass includes an exhibition hall, the centerpiece glasshouse and a lush garden. The hall contains eight galleries and three drawing walls offering visitors a comprehensive look at Chihuly’s significant series of work. The glasshouse includes a suspended 1,400-piece, 100-foot-long sculpture and the garden is a backdrop for four monumental sculptures and other installations. After a no-host lunch in the surrounding area, we’ll head

over to the Capitol Hill area to explore beautiful Volunteer Park and the 100 year old Conservatory. And finally, on the ride home we’ll make one more stop for some delicious gelato and perhaps an Italian dessert or two!

REGISTER BY: Monday, September 10 DAY/DATE: Friday, September 14 TIME: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm MIN.: 8 MAX.: 10 AGES: 12 years and older (under 18 with adult supervision) LOCATION: Depart/return MVPR/Hillcrest Park FEE: $75.00 Resident/ $77 Non-Resident TRIP LEADER: Lauren Woodmansee TUTANKHAMUN: THE GOLDEN KING AND THE GREAT PHARAOHS On display for the last time in North America, join us as we step into one of history’s most treasured stories and visit King Tut. With more than twice the number of artifacts than the original 1970’s exhibit, many of these objects have never toured in the US before now. Prior to entering the exhibit you’ll enjoy the IMAX movie Mummies: Secrets of the Pharaoh. The exhibition features more than 100 objects from King Tut’s tomb and ancient sites representing some of the most important rulers throughout 2,000 years of ancient Egyptian history. You’ll see authentic objects including jewelry, furniture and ceremonial items, as well as the boy king’s golden sandals - created specifically for the afterlife and covering his feet when his mummified remains were discovered in 1922! And speaking of secrets....we’ll make one more surprise stop on the way home!

Time will also be set aside for a no-host lunch and Seattle Center exploration. Don’t delay, this trip will sell out quickly!

REGISTER BY: Friday, October 12 DAY/DATE: Saturday, October 27 AGES: 12 years and older (under 18 with adult supervision) TIME: 8:30 am– 4:30 pm MIN.: 8 MAX.: 10 LOCATION: Depart/return MVPR/Hillcrest Park FEE: $93 Resident/ $95 Non-Resident TRIP LEADER: Lauren Woodmansee 29TH ANNUAL BAINBRIDGE ISLAND WINTER ARTIST STUDIO TOUR Join us as we travel via van and ferry to beautiful Bainbridge Island and the Winter Studio Tour & Sale. Started in 1984, it is the

original Studio Tour and offers an opportunity to view and perhaps purchase fine arts and crafts for the holidays directly from area artists. Located in unique studios and historic community halls, it typically features 70 artists showcasing pottery, glass, photography, woodworking, paintings, jewelry, fiber arts and more. We’ll see some works in progress, raw materials, tools, and perhaps some inspiration mixed in with a little sawdust! Time will also be given mid-day to enjoy a no-host lunch in Eagle Harbor.

REGISTER BY: Wednesday, November 21 DAY/DATE: Friday, November 30 TIME: 9:00 am – 5:30 pm MIN.: 8 MAX.: 10 AGES: 12 years and older (under 18 with adult supervision) LOCATION: Depart/return MVPR/Hillcrest Park FEE: $63 Resident/ $65 Non-Resident TRIP LEADER: Lauren Woodmansee COUNTRY VILLAGE AND GARDEN D’LIGHTS Time to get in the holiday spirit! Our first stop today will be the historic Country Village Shops in Bothell. This quaint shopping area is home to over 40 independently owned boutiques, specialty stores and cafes. Once here we’ll have plenty of time to explore the shops and wonderful surroundings all decorated for the holidays as well as enjoy a no-host late lunch/early dinner. Next we will head over to the Garden d’Lights.

Inspired by plants found in Northwest gardens and gardens around the world, it is comprised of over half a million tiny lights which transform the Bellevue Botanical Garden into a blossoming winter wonderland. Simply stated, it is truly amazing! And finally on our drive home, we’ll take a few detours through some wonderful neighborhoods and see all the local displays.

REGISTER BY: Wednesday, December 5 DAY/DATE: Wednesday, December 12 TIME: 12:30 – 7:30 pm MIN.: 8 MAX.: 10 AGES: 12 years and older (under 18 with adult supervision) LOCATION: Depart/return MVPR/Hillcrest Park FEE: $53 Resident/$55 Non-Resident TRIP LEADER: Lauren Woodmansee

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ADULT PROGRAMS PUPPY BOOT CAMP AND SUPPORT GROUP Puppies 12 weeks to 8 months will learn doggie social skills, good manners, and basic commands including: sit, down, stay, leave it, give it, take it, wait at door, come when called and much more. Hand signals and verbal commands will be taught. Owners will learn how to handle jumping, nipping, and biting. Learn the best potty training techniques as well as the most effective and humane ways to stop bad habits from setting in. Puppies will have fun doing confidence building exercises like tunnel runs and “walking the plank”. Clicker use is optional.

DAYS/DATES: Wednesdays for 6 weeks ~ September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, & 24 TIME: 6pm to 6:50pm AGE: 12 years and up MIN: 6 MAX: 10 LOCATION: Hillcrest Park, Skylight Room FEE: $75/resident or $77/non-resident INSTRUCTOR: Carmen Williams, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Owner of Sunny Lane Dog Academy Note: Please bring treats, collar, leash and mat or rug to class

BASIC TRAINING Doggies 8 months and older, with no prior obedience training, will be taught basic skills like sit, down, leave-it, stay, coming when called, wait at door, loose-leash walking and heel. Hand signals and verbal commands are taught. We will also work on any existing behavioral problems like barking, digging and jumping. This is a good class for the adopted shelter dog or older dog who needs some stimulation or a refresher course. Clicker use is optional.

DAYS/DATES: Wednesdays for 6 weeks ~ September 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, & 24 TIME: 7pm to 7:50pm AGE: 12 years and up LOCATION: Hillcrest Park, Skylight Room FEE: $75/resident or $77/non-resident MIN: 6 Max: 10 INSTRUCTOR: Carmen Williams, Certified Professional Dog Trainer, AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator, Owner of Sunny Lane Dog Academy NOTE: Please bring treats, collar, leash and mat or rug to class

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STROLLER STRIDES Stroller Strides is a great way to get back in shape, have fun with your baby and meet other new moms. The stroller based workout addresses the new mom’s exercise needs in a fun and refreshing format. Any sturdy stroller is acceptable and exercise equipment for class in provided. See www.strollerstrides. com for more information. Classes are indoor/outdoor depending on the weather.

DAYS/TIMES: Mondays: 9:30am-10:30am

Wednesdays: 9:30am – 10:30am

Thursdays: 5:00pm-6:00pm Saturdays: 9:30am-10:30am DATES: September – December LOCATION: Meet at Hillcrest Park Skylight Room AGES: Adult MIN: 5 FEE: 5 class punch card:

$65 resident / $67 non-resident 10 class punch card:

$110 resident / $112 non-resident 1 month unlimited:

$50 resident / $52 non-resident 1 class/week(same day) for 1 month:

$30 Resident/$32 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR: Natalie Gustafson, Certified Stroller Strides & Fit 4 Baby Instructor NOTE: Bring your child in a stroller, a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing/shoes for moving around!

CPR AND AED FOR THE COMMUNITY & WORKPLACE This class teaches the skills to respond in a cardiac emergency and focuses on sudden cardiac arrest, heart attack, stroke, airway obstruction, CPR, and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). Program content is based on the American Heart Association 2010 Guidelines for CPR and ECC as well as other evidence-based treatment recommendations. Topics covered in the program: Universal Precautions, chain of survival, stroke, heart attack, sudden cardiac arrest, emergency action steps, rescue breathing, chest compressions, CPR, AED use and operation, and how to manage chocking.

DATES: Sept 15, Oct 13, Nov 17 or Dec 18 TIME: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm AGE: 12 years and older LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Skylight Room FEE: Resident $30/Non-Resident $32

INSTRUCTOR: Sheila Davis, Certified First Aid/CPR Instructor American Safety & Health Institute

teaching Tai Chi for the past 20 years.

NOTE: Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing.

BASIC FIRST AID This class help students develop basic first aid knowledge, skills, and the confidence to respond. This program is an excellent choice for both the community and workplace setting, and is consistent with recommendations of the 2010 National First Aid Science Advisory Board and OSHA’s best practices for first aid training programs in the workplace.

Topics included are Personal Safety; Disease Transmission and Universal Precautions; Control of Bleeding; Managing Shock; Head, Neck, or Back Injury; Heat Emergencies; Cold Emergencies; Burns; Sudden Illness and much more.

DATES: Sept 15, Oct 13, Nov 17 or Dec 8 TIME: 9:00pm-12:30pm AGE: 12 years and older LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Skylight Room FEE: Resident $34/Non-Resident $36 INSTRUCTOR: Sheila Davis, Certified First Aid/CPR Instructor American Safety & Health Institute $5 DISCOUNT WHEN YOU SIGN UP FOR THE BASIC FIRST AID AND THE CPR/AED CLASS IN THE SAME DAY!

TAI CHI QIGONG Participants learn a simplified series of movements combining the principles of Tai Chi forms and Qigong breathing techniques. This class is an excellent introduction for those who wish to study either Tai Chi or Qigong and do not know the difference. This class is also excellent for experienced practitioners of both systems who wish to deepen their current practice.

DATES: Thursdays Session 1: September 13, 20, 27, October 4, 11, 18 Session 2: October 25, November 1, 8, 15, 29 December 6 TIME: 4:00pm-5:15pm AGE: Open to all ages LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Skylight Room FEE: $75 Resident, $77 Non-resident INSTRUCTOR: Robert Shapiro, a Tai Chi/Qigong practitioner for over 35 years, has been teaching Tai Chi for the past 15 years.

NOTE: Wear comfortable loose fitting clothing.

BEGINNING ADULT GOLF INSTRUCTION Start with the basics and learn from the best TAI CHI FOR HEALTH at Eaglemont Golf Course! Four instrucTai Chi is a traditional Chinese exercise that tional classes cover grip, stance, alignment, has been a daily prescription for health chipping, putting and golf etiquette. Balls and longevity for hundreds of years. Tai are provided. This class will get you started Chi focuses on balance, posture, relaxation, and on the course in no time! Great instrucbreathing, visual and mental concentration. tion from the golf pros at Eaglemont Golf The very graceful and fluid movements proCourse!! mote mind and body harmony. This class is DAYS: Tuesdays for 4 weeks: open to new as well as experienced students.

September 11, 18, 25, Oct. 3 Wear loose fitting clothes. Study includes TIME: 4:30-6:00pm MIN: 4 section 1 of the Traditional Yang Style Tai Chi LOCATION: Eaglemont Golf Course Forms.

FEE:$55 resident/ $57 nonresident AGE: 18+ DAYS: Mondays (For 7 weeks) INSTRUCTOR: Eaglemont PGA DATES: Session 1: September 10, 17, 24, Golf Professionals Oct 1, 8, 15, 22 Session 2: October 29, November 5, 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10 LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Lodge TIME: 6:00pm-7:15pm AGES: Open to all FEE: $75 Resident, $77 Non-resident INSTRUCTOR: Robert Shapiro, a Tai Chi/Qigong practitioner for over 40 years, has been

SPECIAL EVENTS STARLIGHT CINEMA Bring your lawn chairs or blankets and family and friends! We will be showing family movies on our JUMBO Screen in a park near -you! Admission is FREE. Concessions will be available. Movies will begin at dusk! Resmember your flashlight for when it’s time to leave!

Friday, Sept. 7th Johnny English Reborn (PG) Kiwanis Park

Saturday, September 22 Mirror Mirror (PG) Hillcrest Park

RAY REEP SALMON DERBY Join us for some serious Fishing Action at the Ray Reep Salmon Derby at Edgewater Park.

Fish weigh in is located at Edgewater Park along with a festive raffle. Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation is coordinating this event for all those who love to fish on the Skagit River. First, second, and third place prizes are awarded along with opportunities to win the many raffle items. Derby tickets navailable at Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation. Watch for more details to come!

Derby Date: Saturday, October 6th

SUPPORT UPCOMING EVENTS! Little Mountain Interpretive Trail Dedication – September 28th Ray Reep Salmon Derby – October 6th, 2012 Haunted Forest – October 19-21 & 26-28 Santa’s Breakfast – December 1st 8-11am Hillcrest Lodge Kiwanis Salmon BBQ – April 2013 For MVPR program information, please call 336-6215!

MOUNT VERNON TRAIL BUILDERS Come help us build trails! We meet at Little Mountain, at 10:00 am on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of each month. It is a fun & family friendly activity! Please wear work appropriate clothing.

For more info call MVPR (360) 336-6215.

HAUNTED FOREST Back by popular Demand! The Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation Department presents the Haunted Forest at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon for 2 weekends in October (Oct 19-21 & Oct 26-28). Take a walking tour through the woods on a trail filled with frightening fiends, ghostly ghouls and glaring goblins that will frighten the visitors that dare to walk through! Admission is $10. We are looking for event sponsors and volunteers for this event! For more information, please call (360) 336-6215. Become a fan of the Haunted Forest Facebook page to follow our updates!

“BREAKFAST WITH SANTA” Don’t miss this opportunity to visit with Santa and listen to holiday music in the warm atmosphere of the Hillcrest Lodge. Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast of pancakes and ham, and don’t forget to bring your camera for some great photo opportunities! Tickets can be purchased in advance at the administration office at Hillcrest Park and also at the door.

DAY & DATE: Saturday, December 1st

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TIME: 8:00am – 11:00am COST: $5.00 LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Lodge, 1717 S. 13th Street, Mount Vernon CHILDREN’S SHOPPING EXTRAVAGANZA Kids!! Don’t miss this great shopping opportunity geared just for your budget. All items are priced $5.00 and under. You will find something for everyone in your family from parents and grandparents to sisters and brothers and all of your friends. This shopping extravaganza will be held in the Hillcrest Park Skylight Room at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon.

DAY & DATE: Saturday, Dec. 1st 8:30am – 2:30pm LOCATION: Skylight Room at Hillcrest Park, 1717 S. 13th Street, Mount Vernon

MOUNT VERNON PARKS FOUNDATION MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Mount Vernon Parks Foundation is to encourage private or public donations of land or money for the acquisition, development and enhancement of accessible parks and recreation facilities in and around Mount Vernon and to support park related projects and administer charitable contributions for local programs.

LITTLE MOUNTAIN INTERPRETIVE TRAIL DEDICATION

September 28th at 3pm • Carpooling suggested.

Trail Builder Appreciation event to follow.

LANDSCAPING PACKAGE RAFFLE $5 TICKETS DRAWING 9/28

Get Involved with Mount Vernon Parks Foundation • www.mountvernonparksfoundation.com!

Mount Vernon Parks Foundation Mary Alice Vivian, President • 360-336-5303 • mvparksfoundation@fidalgo.net P.O. Box 1572, Mount Vernon, WA 98273

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DISCOVER THE WONDERFUL BICYCLING SKAGIT COUNTY HAS TO OFFER.

FREE

2012 Skagit County Bike Map

Now available at LOCAL CHAMBERS OF COMMERCE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTS LOCAL HOSPITALS

SKAGIT TRANSIT STATION LOCAL BIKE SHOPS

To request multiple copies contact info@scog.net or 416-6678.

Photos courtesy of Linda Wright Photography, Terry Afdem, Jim Brown and Friends of Tommy Thompson.

This map is made possible with support and funding from Skagit Council of Governments, Skagit Valley Hospital, Skagit Healthy Communities, North Sound Connecting Communities Project, Skagit County Active Community Task Force, Anacortes Chamber of Commerce, Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce, Port of Skagit, Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce, Shell Puget Sound Refinery, Skagit Bicycle Club, Skagit State Bank and Skagit Valley Food Co-Op.

Outdoor Academic Adventures for All Ages!

Home School Science:

- Marine Biology by Sea Kayak (June/July) - Adults & Kids Classes

Marine Biology, Forest Ecology Biology Labs - 2011-2012 Grades 6-12 (Starting September)

Summer 2013

- Deception Pass Day Cmaps - Teen Camps - Sail, Kayak, Marine - Specialty Camps - Wilderness Skills,

To Register Call: 360-708-3286 Class Details and dates Online

Kids Kayak Academy, Marine Explorer, Digital Photo Camp, Bugs Alive!

Classes to Watch For!

-Kayak Orcas Island by B&B Special Lighthouse Tour and Sail (August 2013) - Adults

www.AcademicsAndAdventures.org

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Acres of fun for everyone!

Come and Explore Skagit Valley’s Farms Saturday & Sunday October 6&7 10-4 p.m.

2012 PHOTO CONTEST

Big Prizes Sponsored by Skagit Farmers Supply!

More details online.

Dairy, Vegetable, Livestock, Organic, Shellfish, Berry and Vineyard. Lots of Kids Activities and Farm Treats.

DON’T MISS THIS FREE EVENT! Visit www.farmtour.com for all the details!

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(360) 336-9414 www.skagitcounty.net

“Creating Community through People, Parks and Programs”

From the Directors Chair Director Brian Adams, Skagit County Parks and Recreation

Adult Sports Leagues & Tournaments FALL COED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES

As we coast into another fall, many of our lives will shift in to our post summer routines. With the inescapable onset of the fall season, the sun will modify its course, allocating more time shining its warm solar rays on other places of the planet, as our northwest temperatures simultaneously wane. Days get shorter and temperatures cool, giving most of us more than enough reason to spend more time in our anthropogenic street cocoons—our humble abodes that line the suburban streets and rural roads of Skagit County. Yes, routines change as our local kids begin their pilgrimage to school and local television programmers unveil their fall lineup of new shows, most of which won’t last but one or two lonely seasons. Whether driving the local byways or hiking the regional pathways, we will see signs of the dormant season in the northwest, as deciduous trees shed their leaves and flower gardens recoil, finding refuge as they melt back to the soils.

As dormancy sets in some of us will reap our garden harvests before rolling up the garden hoses and pushing the barbeque under cover. Our lawn mower, both a friend and foe, will be wheeled away to spend a lonely winter hunkered

MEN’S FALL OPEN BASKETBALL LEAGUE This league is open to men 16 years and older. Games will be played Monday, Tuesday or Thursday evenings at Skagit Valley College. This 8-game season will be followed by a single elimination league tournament. Same colored and numbered shirts are required.

Register by: Monday, October 1 Ages: 16 years and older Day/dates: Mondays, beginning October 8 Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm Location: Skagit Valley College Gym Fee: $435.00 per team WOMEN’S FALL 5-ON-5 BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Three divisions to choose from on either Wednesday or Friday night! COED teams in this league consist of 3 females and 3 males (6 on 6) aged 16 years or older. Divisions of play include A, B & C. The season will include an 8-match regular season at various sites in Skagit County and conclude with a single elimination league tournament. In all divisions it is a “call your own” officiating format.

Register by: Wednesday, October 3 OR Friday, October 5 Ages: 16 years and older Days/dates: Wednesdays, beginning October 10 OR Fridays, beginning October 12 Time: 6:00 – 9:30 pm Location: Various area gyms Fee: $210.00 per team

This league is open to women 18 years and older. Games will be 5-on-5 and utilize two referees per game. Games will be played primarily on Thursday evenings at Skagit Valley College and consist of a 6-game regular season and a single elimination league tournament. Same color and numbered shirts are required.

Register by: Monday, October 1 Ages: 18 years and older

in the garage or shed. We’ll turn on our heaters and kick off our shoes, enjoying the warmth of our homes and family.

For many of us, this has become the Pacific Northwest routine. There is a certain need for us to hunker in during fall and winter, to recharge before the dormant season awakens to the shrill of our migratory flying feathered friends or the baritone chorus of morphing amphibians.

The dormant season is simply a time to recharge—there is no real good reason it should represent complete seasonal immobility! Our changing routines needn’t keep us from enjoying your parks and local recreational leagues. Your local parks and recreation departments have lots of parklands to stroll in or activities to engage in. Look through this guide and find a recreational league, or “surf-up” your local parks website to find a nearby park to enjoy. If you haven’t watched the salmon as they struggle up local streams on their last journey, visit Pomona, Donovan, or Steelhead Park. There are vast parklands and a plethora of recreational leagues in Skagit County. So, go get some northwest recreation, whatever that might be for you. And get ready to RECHARGE!

Days/dates: Thursdays beginning October 11 Time: 6:30 – 9:30 pm Locations: Skagit Valley College Gym Fee: $310.00 team fee GOBBLERS CLASSIC COED VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT This is a competitive Adult COED Tournament in which teams will play several single-game round robin matches and then are seeded into a double elimination championship bracket. The Championship team will receive commemorative shirts. Hurry and sign up quickly…this competition is limited to the first 12 teams!

Register by: Monday, October 29 Ages: 16 years and older Day/date: Saturday, November 10 Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Location: Mount Baker Middle School Fee: $110.00 per team Special Notice: Sports officials are needed for youth & adult basketball. Help your body and your wallet through exercise and additional income! Experience is desired, but training can be provided. Interested persons should contact the Recreation Division at 360-336-9414 or tonyt@co.skagit.wa.us.

Youth Sports Leagues & Camps SHOOTING STARS BASKETBALL CAMP Learn How To Shoot The Right Way! This is a basketball shooting clinic for boys and girls in which they work on the

For more information or to register with a VISA or MasterCard call SCPR at 360-336-9414.

Skagit County Parks and Recreation • (360) 336-9414 • www.skagitcounty.net “Creating Community through People, Parks and Programs”

proper mechanics of shooting a basketball in a fun environment. Ball handling skills will also be emphasized. Camp Director is Dennis Lind with camp coaches made up of area college and high school players. Guest coach Skagit Valley College Women’s Asst. Coach. Deb Castle. Camp will be held over a three-week period and all campers receive a commemorative camp basketball.

Register by: Thursday, October 4 Ages: 8 – 14 years old Day/Dates: Saturdays, October 6, 13, 20 Time: 9:00 – 11:00 am Location: Skagit Valley College Gym Fee: $50.00 ($5.00 discount for second child in same family) Camp Director: Dennis Lind MV GIRLS BASKETBALL – PRE-SEASON JAMBOREE S.C.P.R. is co-hosting this PRE-SEASON JAMBOREE with Mount Vernon Girls AAU Basketball. This will be a ONE DAY only jamboree on Saturday, October 20th where teams can play anywhere from 2-4 games. These are meant to be low cost, no stakes games to provide an additional, low stress outlet for your teams to prepare with LIVE GAME experience for the upcoming regular season.

Register by: Friday, October 13 Ages: 5th – 8th Grade Teams Day/dates: Saturday, October 20 Time: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm (times may vary depending upon game schedules) Location: SVC Fee: $140.00 per team (2 game min.), plus $70.00 per additional game (2 additional games max.).

2012 GIRLS S.W.I.S.H. BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Skagit, Whatcom, Island and Snohomish Hoops (S.W.I.S.H.) is THE BEST girls basketball program in the area! It is open to all girls in the 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Participants may either register as a team or indi-

vidually (individuals are placed on a team by community or school affiliation). League runs for 9 weeks and includes a total of 11 games. Practices are determined by team coaches.

Register by: Monday, October 1 (Late registrations will be accepted only if space is available) Ages: 5th – 8th graders Day/dates: Saturdays, beginning October 27 Time: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm (times may vary depending upon game schedules) Location: Various area gyms Fee: $550.00 Team $75.00 Individual

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Register by: Monday, December 10 (Late registrations will be accepted only if space is available) Ages: 4th – 8th graders Day/dates: Saturdays, beginning January 7 Time: 9:00 am – 7:00 pm (times will vary depending on game schedules) Location: Various area gyms Fee: $545.00 Team $75.00 Individual 2013 BOYS MASTERS BASKETBALL LEAGUE

2013 YOUTH BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP

Skagit County’s BEST hoops camp! Two age groups to choose from! This basketball skills camp is for boys and girls ages 5 - 13 years old. The camp focuses primarily on the development of proper basketball fundamentals. Participants are divided into small working groups for optimal skill improvement. TWO sessions at ONE location. Sessions are divided by 5 - 8 year olds and 9 - 13 year olds w/ both sessions at Mount Baker Middle School in Mount Vernon.

Camp runs for six weeks and each camper receives a commemorative basketball! Register early…this camp fills up very quickly!

Register by: Thursday, January 3 Ages: 5 - 13 years old Day/dates: Saturdays, beginning January 5 Time: 9:00 – 11:30 am Location: Mount Baker Middle School Fee: $68.00 ($5.00 discount for the second child from each family)

Two Divisions to Choose From! This basketball league is for boys NOT on a high school basketball team. Separate divisions are offered for 9th/10th and 11th/12th grades, though divisions may play cross-over games as needed. The season consists of a minimum of 8 games. Same colored, numbered shirts are required and each team must have a coach/manager who is 21 years or older on the bench for each game.

Register by: Wednesday, December 28 Ages: 9th – 12th grade boys Day/dates: Sundays, beginning January 6 Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Location: Skagit Valley College (SVC) Gym Fee: $415.00 per team

2013 BOYS S.W.I.S.H. BASKETBALL LEAGUE Hands down….The LARGEST & BEST Boys Basketball program in the area! Skagit, Whatcom, Island and Snohomish Hoops (S.W.I.S.H.) is open to all boys in 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th grades. Participants may either register as a team or individually (individuals will be placed on a team by community or school affiliation). League runs for 10 weeks and includes a minimum of 11 games. Practices are determined by team coaches.

FACILITY RENTALS The Skagit County Fairgrounds has Facility Rentals available at a One-of-a-Kind Location, which can accommodate Large Events & Individual Rentals alike. Multiple-Day Rentals are available, as well. To check on availability, please contact us at: Phone: 360-336-9414 E-mail: fairgrounds@co.skagit.wa.us Web: www.skagitcounty.net/fairgrounds

Skagit County Fairgrounds

For more information or to register with a VISA or MasterCard call SCPR at 360-336-9414.

Skagit County Parks and Recreation • (360) 336-9414 • www.skagitcounty.net “Creating Community through People, Parks and Programs”

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Wine Tours • Private Trips • Sporting Events • Canadian Adventures • Birthday Parties • Theater Outings • Hiking • Youth Trips Overnight Excursions • Museums • Family-Friendly Programs • Employee/Team Building • Snowshoeing • Cross Country Skiing Through Recreation Without Borders… call 360-766-7109 to register or for more info go to www.recreationwithoutborders.com Seattle Floating Home Tour Sunday, Sept 9 Thursdays in the Parks-Weekly Walking Adventures Thurs, Sept 13-Oct 11: Fall Series #1 Thurs, Oct 18-Nov 15: Fall Series #2 Not Fit, Not Fat Family Fall Hikes Sun, Sept 23 Sun, Oct 28 8th Annual Okanagan BC Wine Tour Fri-Sun, Sept 28-30 Memphis at the 5th Avenue Sun, Sept 30 Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge Sat, Oct 6 Southern Colorado & New Mexico…Sand Dunes to Hot Air Balloons and So Much More Sun, Oct 7-14 Mystery Trip Fri, Oct 26 Nifty & Thrifty Shopping Spree Fri, Nov 2 Abbotsford Antique Expo Sat, Nov 3 Cheryl’s Annual Holiday Food Tour Sat, Nov 17 Victoria BC…A Holiday Getaway Sat-Sun, Dec 1-2 The Best of UBC Thurs, Dec 6 Granville Island and Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts Thurs, Dec 13 Warm Beach Christmas Spectacular Dessert & Matinee Sun, Dec 16 AND MUCH MUCH MORE!!!

Through Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation…call 360-336-6215 to register or for more information turn to pages 2 & 3!

Dale Chihuly’s Garden and Glass and More!

Fri, Sept 14 King Tut at the Pacific Science Center Sat, Oct 27 29th Annual Bainbridge Island Artists Studio Tour and Sale Fri, Nov 30 Country Village and Garden d’Lights Wed, Dec 12

Through Skagit County Senior Centers...call 360-293-7473 to register or for more information.

Hopping and Hoofing Around Snohomish County Fri, Sept 7 Granville Island & Bard on the Beach The Merry Wives of Windsor Tues, Sept 11 Mystery Trip! Wed, Sept 26 The Best of Snoqualmie…Fall Colors, Water Falls and Ice Cream Wed, Oct 3 Planes, Ferries and Automobiles! Wed, Oct 24 King Tut at the Pacific Science Center Wed, Nov 7 Dim Sum and Then Some!

Thurs, Nov 29 Victoria BC…A Holiday Tradition Tues - Wed, Dec 4-5 Historic Burnaby Village and VanDusen Festival of Light Wed, Dec 19

Through Marysville Parks and Recreation…call 360-363-8400 to register or for more information go to www.marysvillewa.gov (Pick up also available in Skagit County!)

New Day Northwest, Colorful Ballard and the Nordic Heritage Museum Wed, Sept 12 14th Annual Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms Sat, Oct 6 A Victorian Country Christmas Wed, Nov 28 Granville Island and VanDusen Festival of Lights and Botanical Gardens Thurs, Dec 13

Through Bothell Parks and Recreation… call 425-486-7430 to register or for more information go to www.bothellparks.net (Pick up also available in Skagit County!)

LeMay-America’s Car Museum, Tacoma Waterfront and Brown & Haley Sat, Oct 20 Spices, Bakeries and Foods…Oh My! Sat, Nov 10 Let It Snow…Snowshoeing and Tree Lighting in Leavenworth!

Sun, Dec 9

Check out all our outstanding offerings at www.recreationwithoutborders.com Call to book your private trip today! • P.O. Box 190 Bow, WA 98232 • 360-766-7109 • Lauren Woodmansee, Owner

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A Family Event Celebrating Our Skagit River Free Admission!

Music Children’s Activities Arts & Crafts Salmon BBQ Beer & Wine Garden

Skagit River

Find Us On

Salmon Festival Saturday, September 15 • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon

SALMON FESTIVAL

Info at SkagitRiverFest.org

Sponsored By: This event received funding from Skagit County

Explore the wonders of local watersheds in a fun and relaxed atmosphere!

What do Watershed Masters do?

• Receive 40 hours of FREE training, which covers an introduction to local geology, historical and treasured places, marine life and biology, the values and functions of estuaries, the biology and habitat needs of local salmon, stream ecology, soils and wetlands, nonpoint source pollution, household hazardous chemicals, forestry practices, agriculture, water quality and MORE! • Hear from MANY LOCAL EXPERTS on a variety of topics and issues.

• Become familiar with the complexity and dilemmas involved in managing our natural resources.

• Participate in local field trips.

• Receive a FREE comprehensive reference notebook.

• Meet new friends and participate in meaningful community projects!

• After completing the training, participants return 40 hours of volunteer service, undertaking projects designed to protect and/or enhance water quality, or to educate the public on these same issues (usually within 2 years of completing the course).

The Watershed Masters Volunteer training program is now entering its 20th session and is supported by over twenty local natural resource agencies and organizations. The program is intended for community residents (age 17 & up) who are aspiring to increase their knowledge about local watersheds, water quality, and stream ecology (no previous experience required).

Participants attend 8 FUN and INFORMATIVE evening sessions (held weekly), and 3 Saturday field excursions.

Fall 2012 Training Dates:

Classes will begin on Tuesday, SEPTEMBER 25th • 6 pm - 9 pm and continue every Tuesday evening thru NOVEMBER 13th Saturday field tours are tentatively scheduled for Sept 29th, Oct 13th, & Oct 20th Pre-register by September 20th (The class fills up rapidly and is limited to 25 - first come basis)

Location: Padilla Bay Research Reserve • 10441 Bayview Edison Road • Contact Kristi Carpenter - 360.428.4313 or kristi@skagitcd.org

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ADULTS AND CHILDREN These programs are free and registration is not required.

Fidalgo Bay Day 2012 Saturday, September 15, 11:00 to 3:00 Sample chowder, clams and oysters from Taylor Shellfish Farms.

Meet real live estuary scientists. Lots of cool kids’ activities. Free Admission and Family Friendly.

Fidalgo Bay Resort & RV Park 4701 Fidalgo Bay Road Anacortes, WA 98221 Aquarium Tour and Fish Feeding Padilla Bay’s aquarium inhabitants are always changing. Join Padilla Bay’s aquarist, Mark Olson for a behind-the-tanks view of our aquarium system, and a close-up look at the amazing critters in the tanks. Saturday, November 3, 11:00. No need to register.

Just join us in the aquarium room at 11:00.

Skagit Watershed Letterbox Trail Follow clues to discover hidden letterboxes up and down the Skagit watershed. Boxes include a journal where you can leave your stamp and a stamp for you to place in your own journal.

See this website for details: www.atlasquest.com and search for “Skagit”

10441 Bay View-Edison Rd Mount Vernon WA 98273 To register call 360-428-1558 Or Go online: www.padillabay.gov ADULT PROGRAMS Salish Sea Ducks: Field ID, Migration and Bio-Ecology In early autumn, diving ducks that breed arrive for the winter. Join David Drummond, wildlife biologist and director of the Merlin Falcon Foundation, to learn about this family’s adaptations, behaviors and wintering ecology. Saturday, September 29, 1:002:30. Registration required.

Wild Edible and Medicinal Plants Come and enjoy fall’s bounty. Naturalist Marlee Osterbauer will help you search for wild edible and medicinal plants. She will share her extensive knowledge of plant uses and folklore. Weather may be chilly, so dress appropriately. You may want to bring a notebook and pencil. Saturday, October 6 and Sunday October 7, 2:00-4:00. Registration required.

Home Energy Workshop Climate Steward, Eric Shen, along with a team of local homeowners, will share their experience and knowledge about household systems, alternative energy sources, money-saving tricks, rebates and incentives. F Saturday, October 20, 1:00-4:00. Registration required.

On the Trail of a Vanishing Ornithologist Kathleen Kaska, writer of fiction, nonfiction, travel articles, and stage plays, has just completed her most challenging endeavor.

The Man Who Saved the Whooping Crane, a true story set in the 1940s and 50s, is about Audubon ornithologist Robert Porter Allen whose mission was to journey into the Canadian wilderness to save the last flock of whooping cranes. Saturday, October 27, 1:00-2:30. Registration required.

Fall Birds of the Skagit Delta Early November is the time a lot of the wintering birds begin to settle in to the Samish and Skagit Flats and estuaries. Come birding with the famous local naturalist, Libby Mills. The Skagit delta is a great place to bird in winter! Bring warm and dry layers, a snack, and maybe a hot thermos. Bring a scope if you have one.

Binoculars are available to borrow. We’ll meet at the Interpretive Center and carpool. Friday, November 9 and Saturday, November 10, 8:30-12:30. Registration required.

MINI EXPLORERS These programs are for families with children ages 3 to 5.

Registration required.

Life on a Rock at the Beach September 12 & 13, 10:00 & 1:00 Apple Cider Pressing - October 24 & 25, 10:00 & 1:00 How Estuary Animals Eat - November 14 & 15 10:00 & 1:00 JUNIOR ECOLOGISTS These programs are for families with children ages 6 to 9.

Registration required.

Salmon Run - September 7 & 8, 10:30-12:00 Apple Cider Pressing - October 19 & 20, 10:30-12:00 Migration Adventure - November 16 & 17, 10:30-12:00

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1225 CIVIC FIELD WAY BELLINGHAM, WA 98229 (360) 676-1919 www.bellinghamsportsplex.com

THE SPORTSPLEX IS THE PLACE FOR YOUR PARTY!!

A Sportsplex party includes party decorations, cake, soda, and invitations. You also have the option to add a pizza or sub sandwich package. You have three activity options for your party:

Ice Skating • Indoor Soccer • The Sportsplex Castle

(Ice parties include admission& skate rental for 12 skaters) Have a worry-free birthday party for your child & their friends at the Sportsplex! www.facebook.com/bellinghamsportsplex Birthday Packages starting as low as $100.00 call for details!

PUBLIC SKATING

Join the crowd. Come enjoy a day or night of ice-skating. Watch for special events during these skating times. Birthday packages are also available.

Friday 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm • Saturday & Sunday 1:00 pm to 3:15 pm Youth (17 and Under) $5.00 •Adults (18 and Over) $6.00 •Skate Rental $2.50

SPORTSPLEX HOCKEY

Grab your hockey gear and and play in our Hockey Leagues!

Leagues for youth and adults of all ages and abilities. Contact Sportsplex Hockey Director & Bellingham Blazers Coach Mark Collins 676-1919 ext. 108 for details.

LEARN TO PLAY HOCKEY:

Community Skate -Our “Cheap Skate” on Mon & Wed will run throughout the school year. Come enjoy two hours of skating(3:00-4:45 PM) with less skaters for $2.50 and $2.50 skate rental. * Normal prices

Twelve week program starts Sept 11. Participants also get 2 extra practices per week during the stick and puck sessions on Tues. & Fri 2:45-4:45 PM.

during Holidays and School Closures.

SPORTSPLEX SKATING ACADEMY Fall Semester: Sept 10-Dec 8 Let our qualified staff of instructors teach you to skate! Sportsplex Skating Academy beginning level classes are available for age 3 years to adult. Enrollment in a full 12week semester includes a 30-min. group class each week, 24 practice sessions on our community/public ice, & 3 guest passes. Rental skates included in cost of full semester enrollment. Youth & Adult Classes: Cost is $160 for 12 week session. Youth-ages 6-12 years adults-ages 13+ Tot Classes: ages 3-5 years for $130 Tuition will be pro-rated for late enrollment, so join us now! Contact Katrina Stewart 676-1919 x106 Beginner Level Class Schedule: Class Schedule: (times subject to change) Mon 5:00 & 5:30 PM • Wed at 5:00 PM • Sat at 9:30 AM (times subject to change)

AGES: 3-4 RUN TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 5-5:30 PM COST: $195.00 With our youngest age group, the emphasis is on skating and balance. Sticks will be introduced once balance is mastered. Players will learn the basics of hockey skating, stick handling, and shooting in a fun atmosphere.

AGES: 5-6, 7-10 & 11-15 RUN TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 5-6 PM COST: $275.00 Our Learn To Play Hockey Program is designed to teach the fundamentals of hockey to beginning players. Power skating, balance, and edge control are the primary focus and practiced weekly. Additional skills taught include puck control, passing, shooting, and preliminary game sense. Program is for players with little or no hockey experience.

SKAGIT VALLY FAMILY YMCA 215 East Fulton Street, Mount Vernon • 360 336 9622

CHECK OUT ALL Y FALL PROGRAMS:

WWW.SKAGITYMCA.ORG FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS:

Swim Lessons Indoor Soccer Bitty Sports LEGO Camp Art at the Y Preschool Gym Family Nights Kids Night Out Super Heroes in Training

Y’S KIDS BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM We work hard to provide children with homework support, physical activity, healthy snacks and creative projects.

We offer convenient locations with sites on schools campuses in throughout Skagit County.

Call the Y today, sites are filling up!

EARLY LEARNING CENTERS

Childcare at our ELCs are available parttime and full-time for children 1 month to 6 years of age, Monday through Friday, year-round.

We offer 6 locations in Anacortes, La Conner and Mount Vernon.

Call 360 419 9058 to set up a tour.

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Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon: Building a Better Community

www.kiwanismv.net College Scholarships Available!

Graduating seniors, check with your high school counseling office to find out how to apply for a $1,500 College or Trade School Scholarship from the Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon.

The many ways Kiwanis helps the community • Boys & Girls Club • META • I Can FLY Promotion • Mount Vernon Choir • Camp Orkila (Centennial School) • Skagit Valley Herald

Kiwanis supports the New Interpretive Trail at Little Mountain Park

Christmas Baskets • Peer Connection • Adopt a Family • Friendship House • Adopt a Child • Ghana Together AXIM Project • Mount Vernon High School Key Club • Safe Kids Car Seats • Prayer Breakfast • Stanwood KC Project

Trail dedication September 28, 2012 • 3 pm Call Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation for details 360.336.6215

• Little Mountain Park Bridge • MVPR Summer Outdoor Movies

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EVENT CALENDAR Mount Vernon Trail Builders 10am-4:30pm

Volunteer Trail Building Dates: 9/8, 9/22, 10/13, 10/27, 11/10, 12/8 Sessions MVTB is building multi-use and hiking trails on Little Mountain.

Help us put the finishing touches on this beautiful Nature Trail that will link this new trailhead to our existing trail that’s called La-Z-Boy. For more information call M.V.P.R. (360) 336-6215. http://mountvernontrailbuilders.com/

SEPTEMBER Starlight Cinema - Outdoor Movies

Friday, Sept. 7th • Johnny English Reborn (PG) Kiwanis Park Saturday, September 22 • Mirror Mirror (PG) Hillcrest Park

15 Skagit River Salmon Festival (see page 11 for more information)

21 & 22 MVDA “Engaging Imagination in Downtown Mount Vernon”

Opening September 21, 2012, 6-9 p.m., and September 22, noon - 5 p.m. Mount Vernon Downtown Association’s Art in the Alley presents: “Engaging Imagination in Downtown Mount Vernon” A juried photography show Location: The Front Gallery, 420 Myrtle, Mount Vernon, WA mountvernondowntown.org, (360) 336-3801 Downtown Mount Vernon, the Place to Be!

22 6th Annual Fall Fest

Mount Vernon Downtown Association. Downtown on south 1st Street 10am-6pm. Come celebrate our Harvest and Heritage at this FREE community event. Enjoy delicious food as you stroll along, perusing the wares of antique, vintage and collectibles vendors. Enjoy live entertainment, children’s activities, and displays featuring local history and antique farm and garden equipment. A beer garden near the intersection of Myrtle and Main from noon6pm. For more information, visit www.mountvernondowntown. org or call our office 360-336-3801. Downtown Mount Vernon, the Place to Be!

28-30 8th Annual Okanagan BC Wine Tour

One of our favorite and most popular trips! Join us on this 3-day, 2-night excursion as we travel via van to the beautiful Okanagan Valley of British Columbia. Boasting over 130 vineyards, it offers something for everyone with exquisite vistas, rolling vineyards and a variety of recreation and art offerings. Fee includes transportation, 2 nights of excellent accommodations and a picnic lunch on Saturday afternoon. Participants should bring money for tastings, additional meals and any purchases. Please note: Proof of citizenship required. Register by: Friday, September 7 (early deadline!) Days/dates: Friday – Sunday, September 28-30 Fee: $369 per person based on double occupancy Call 360.766.7109 or visit www.recreationwithoutborders.com

OCTOBER 6 Ray Reep Salmon Derby

Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation.

First, second, and third place prizes are awarded along with opportunities to win the many raffle items. Derby tickets available at M.V.P.R. Weigh in at Edgewater Park (360) 336-6215

6 Scrapbooking Swap Meet & Sale

9am-Noon • Burlington Parks and Recreation Center 900 E. Fairhaven Ave . GREAT PRICES on scrapbooking supplies: paper, tools, albums, stickers, kits, & everything in between. Hobbyists, home businesses, & online suppliers are offering amazing deals.

Want to sell? Tables rent for $25. For more information, please call 360-755-9649, or check out our website http://recreation. ci.burlington.wa.us.

6 & 7 Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms

October 6th & 7th • 10am-4pm This Harvest festival celebrates the heritage of farm practices by inviting you to come to the farm and explore with hands on activities, kid’s activities, tours, tastings and educational displays.

Meet the farmers that provide your food and farm fresh products.

FREE admission and parking www.farmtour.com Acres of Fun for Everyone! Call (360) 421-4729 or check out our website at: www.farmtour.com.

19, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27 Haunted Forest “Back from the Dead”

Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation • October 19, 20, 21 & October 25, 26, 27 • 7:30pm Hillcrest Park, Mount Vernon Take a walking tour through the woods on a trail filled with frightening fiends, ghostly ghouls and glaring goblins that will frighten the visitors that dare to walk through! (Not recommended for children under 7 years of age.) Become a fan of the Haunted Forest Facebook page to follow our updates! For more information, Call MVPR at (360) 336-6215 Cost: $10 per person!

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Downtown Mount Vernon • Mount Vernon Downtown Business Association’s Downtown Trick or Treat. Come join in the “Spooktacular” fun! Bring the kids to a safe trick or treating event in Downtown Mount Vernon 1st street on, October 31st from 3pm – 5pm.

Also, big costume contest from 4-5pm at the Lincoln Theater. For more information check our website at www.mountvernondowntown.org Downtown Mount Vernon, the Place to Be!

NOVEMBER 1 MVDA Girls Night Out!

Downtown Mount Vernon • Thursday, November 1 Shopping 10am-8pm • Wine Walk 5pm-8pm Start early and stay late Downtown Mount Vernon. Gather your

friends and join us for Girls Night Out. Pre-purchased “Goodie Bags” filled with discounts and gifts at participating merchants for $5. For more information check our website at www.mountvernondowntown.org Downtown Mount Vernon, the Place to Be!

10 Kids Giant Garage Sale

9am-12pm • Burlington Parks and Recreation 900 E. Fairhaven Ave - We only host these twice a year, so don’t miss out! All the items for sale are “kid” related and sold by KIDS too- toys, books, bikes, sports equipment, games, and much more.

Get here quick, they sell out fast! For more information, please call 360-755-9649, or check out our website http://recreation.ci.burlington.wa.us.

16-17 Holiday Fine Arts & Gift Show

Friday, November 16, 12-6pm and Saturday, November 17, 10am-4pm Burlington Parks and Recreation Center-900 E. Fairhaven Ave Shop for that special handmade gift from over 25 artists, handcrafters, and more! We will treat you to FREE hot cocoa, tea, and coffee, door prizes, and Santa Claus will be here for photos on Saturday! For more information, please call 360-755-9649, or check out our website http://recreation.ci.burlington.wa.us.

25 Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting

Mount Vernon Downtown Association • Sunday November 25th 5:00pm • 1st Street in downtown. Immediately following the Parade, a ceremonial Tree Lighting and visit by Santa will take place in Pine Square to officially welcome in the Christmas season. Free hot chocolate will be available. For more information please check our website at www.mountvernondowntown.org or call our office at 360-336-3801 Downtown Mount Vernon, the Place to Be!

DECEMBER 1 “Breakfast with Santa”

Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Enjoy breakfast of pancakes and ham, and don’t forget to bring your camera for some great photo opportunities with Santa!

DAY & DATE: Saturday, December 1st TIME: 8:00am – 11:00am COST: $5.00 for all ages LOCATION: Hillcrest Park Lodge MVPR: 360-336-6215

1 Children’s Shopping Extravaganza

Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Kids!! Don’t miss this great shopping opportunity geared just for your budget. All items are priced $5.00 and under.

DAY & DATE: Saturday, Dec. 1st 8:30am – 2:30pm Location: Skylight Room at Hillcrest Park MVPR: 360-336-6215