** Always check the website of the facility or call ahead to make sure event times and dates have not changed.
Wednesday, May 12: Parent Education Meeting 6:30pm-8:30pm, Carl Sandburg Gymnasium
Judy Vanderwerf will be speaking about “The YELLO DINO method.” The Yello Dino method teaches children how to protect themselves from people who mean them harm: abductors, sexual abusers, drug pushers, bullies, internet stalkers, abusers, and violent kids.
Ms. Vanderwerf is a highly respected child protection specialist on anti-victimization and child abuse prevention, having presented programs throughout the Pacific Northwest, New York, Arizona as well as Texas.
She has provided parent education programs and child safety programs to thousands of children, parents and teachers for over 20 years.
Wednesday, May 26: Last day of school.
We hope to see each other at the Summer Park Dates listed below. We're also excited to see you next fall at our new location at the Inglewood Presbyterian Church!
All School Parent Education Speeches
There are many other parent education speeches offered by the cooperative preschools within the Shoreline Community College Parent Education Program. Topics range from child safety to education and beyond. This is a wonderful opportunity for parents who want to learn more parenting techniques. Click here to see the Parent Education Speaker Schedule and more details.
Summer Park Dates!
Pack a lunch and come join your friends for summer fun every Tuesday from 11:00‐1:00.
You can come earlier or stay longer if you want. Click here for a complete list of summer park dates.
Our first park date will be on June 1st at St. Edwards Park (1445 Juanita Drive, Kenmore).
We will cancel if there is rain. Park dates are organized by parents and are NOT official ICP events.
ONGOING EVENTS AND PLAYDATE IDEAS AROUND THE EASTSIDE:
Family Skate Night at the Skate King
Families skate for a special price on Sundays! Get your Xanadou on!
Date/Time: Sundays from 12:30-6pm
Cost: $17/family (4-6 people & one parent must attend & all must be present) and $1.50-$4.00 for skate rental.
Location: Bellevue Skate King - 2301 140th Avenue East, Bellevue
Also a Tiny Tots Skate on Saturdays from 10:30am-12:30pm – admission is $5 and skate rental is free. (age 10 & under with parent). Great chance to let your tot experience skating without getting run over!
For more information, click here.
Public Skate at the Kingsgate Ice Arena
Dates/Times: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:15am-2:15pm, Wednesdays 3-6pm and Sundays 2:30-4:30pm.
Cost: $7 for adults. $6 for ages 6-12 and $3 for those under 3 years old.
Location: Kingsgate Ice Arena: 14326 124th Av. NE #A Kirkland
For more information, click here.
Kids' Crafts at Bellevue Art Museum
Bellevue Art Museum's Get Crafty Saturday
Date/Time: Saturdays 1-3 pm.
Cost: $2 per kids or free with museum admission.
Location: 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue
For more information, click here.
NWAerials “Wiggle Worms” Drop-in Play
Gymnastics school where you can get a punchcard or drop in to play with your little one on the floor trampoline, foam block pit and Gymboree-like play area. There is a professional watching over everything, but you’re mostly on your own. There are many days and times of each day that this playtime is available, so it’s easy & flexible
Dates/Times: Monday-Thursday and Saturday (see schedule for times)
Cost: $7/class (parent is free)
Location: Totem Lake, 12440 128th Ln NE Kirkland
Click here for more information.
Storytime at a KCLS Library
Storytimes at the King County Libraries are free and fun! Lake Hills library in Bellevue is a hidden gem because it has a storytime where smaller siblings are welcome (some storytimes ask that you stay within the age range specified). There are several storytimes to choose from at each library, including ones that focus on a particular culture and language. Check the link for times and directions. Click here for more information.
Storytime at Borders in Redmond Town Center
Songs and stories for the little ones (and Moms can purchase coffee and breakfast sandwiches at the espresso bar downstairs if they want to)
Dates/Times: Mondays and Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
Cost: Free
Location: Redmond Town Center
Click here for more information.
Moonpaper Tent Storytime at Hush Baby at the Redmond Town Center
Moonpaper Tent is a group of professional storytellers that come to Hush Baby Children’s boutique and tell stories that your children can participate in with costumes, face paint, etc. This is free, but it’s in a supercool store, so you may end up buying something cute, but you don’t have to : ) Hush Baby also provides free lattes and hot chocolate!
Date/Time: Second Thursday of the month at 11am
Cost: Free
Location: Hush Baby Children’s Boutique in Redmond Town Center - 7303 164th Avenue NE
Click here for more information.
Kidsquest Children’s Museum at the Factoria Mall
Kidsquest Children’s Museum is a hidden gem in the Factoria Mall in Bellevue. There are areas for younger kids in the “backyard” and older kids will love exploring the cab of a real big rig! There is also a great waterplay area and ongoing crafts and activities. The Factoria Mall also has a Target, Red Robin, a post office and other restaurants & stores so you can get some extra errands done at the same time!
Dates/Times: Tuesday-Sunday (hours vary)
Cost: $7/person over the age of 1 (so your infants are free)
Location: Factoria Mall at 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE
Click here for more information.
INDOOR PLAYGROUNDS ON THE EAST SIDE
· North Kirkland Community Center (Kirkland) – Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10am-1pm (Thursdays are 10am-2pm) $2 fee per child ages 9 months – 5 years. Click here for more information.
· Crossroads Community Center (Bellevue) – Monday – Friday, 9-11:30am – cost is $2.50 for residents and $3 for nonresidents. Click here for more information.
· Eastgate Park.So Bellevue Community Center (Bellevue) 1 month – 5 years $2.50-$3.00Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 10am-12:00pm. Click here for more information.
· North Bellevue Community/senior Center (Bellevue) – Wednesday 2:30-5pm $2.50/3.00 1-5 years. Click here for more information.
· Highland Community Center (Bellevue) – Monday-Friday 9am-11:30pm $2.50. Click here for more information.
· Old Redmond Schoolhouse (Redmond) – Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings from 10am to 12pm. Ages 1-5 and $2 per child. Click here for more information.
· Community Center at Mercer View (Mercer Island) ½ gym – Up to 6 years Tuesday and Friday 2:30-5:30, Thursday 9:30-noon, Sunday 11-2pm Fee: $3.00 per child (there is also a preschool drop-in play – 2-6 years (see website).