Edmonds-based Rising Stars Singing Camp is making it easy for you to support the Make-A-Wish Foundation in May. Register for any Rising Stars Singing Camp session this moth and they will donate $10 to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Alaska/Washington Chapter. Rising Stars Singing Camp is a singing and performing arts day camp, for kids 5-16 years old. Each day the students work on solo songs and a gro... »
Each year, Edmonds in Bloom holds a fundraising event the day before Mothers Day called Kids Plant for Mom’s Day. This year, the event is held at the Edmonds Farmers Market, 5th Avenue North and Bell Street, on Saturday, May 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Children of all ages get to pick a pot to decorate for Mom and then plant it with a variety of plants of their choice. A $9 donation for the cost of ... »
After a month of remodeling and new exhibit installation, the Edmonds Historical Museum will reopen Saturday, May 4, with its main exhibition on display upstairs. “Growing Season: Farming in Snohomish County” will be on display the entire market season, from May 4 through Oct. 5. The exhibit celebrates Snohomish County’s rich agricultural history, and features vintage farm equipment and hist... »
Do you have a crooner, crawler or cranky teether? Baby Peppers is a PEPS Group for parents of 5-12 month olds. A Mountlake Terrace/Edmonds Baby Peppers Group starts April 1 and registration is open now. Baby Peppers is a place to connect with and learn from other parents who are going through the same joys and challenges. In a PEPS Group, parents meet (with their babies), share, and learn from one... »
PEPS (The Program for Early Parent Support) will expand its efforts in South Snohomish County in 2013 thanks to a grant from the Verdant Health Commission. The grant will fund enhanced outreach and education efforts in South Snohomish County as well as reduce program fees by 35 percent for families living within the Verdant Health Commission boundaries. “PEPS educates and supports parents and chil... »
By Lara Okoloko If you are a parent of a teenager, the topic of marijuana may be on your mind this month with the passage of Initiative Measure No. 502, which will regulate marijuana production, distribution and possession. Passing with the approval of 55 percent of voters, the law will go into effect on Dec. 6. The bill was co-sponsored by Edmonds’ own travel guru Rick Steves and supported by 54.... »
Edmonds United Methodist Church will host a parenting class presented by parenting coach Amy Johnson, MSW from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10. The seminar is not religion-based and will focus on setting loving limits on kids, builder stronger family bonds and reasonable expectations for behavior from toddlerhood through the teenage years. Families of all backgrounds are encouraged to attend, incl... »
PEPS, the Program for Early Parent Support, is offering Mountlake Terrace/Edmonds Baby Peppers – a group for moms of 5-12- month-old babies starting Sept. 10 at the Parent Trust Classroom, Hall Creek Office Park, 6912 220th St. S.W., Mountlake Terrace. In a PEPS group, parents meet (with their babies), share, and learn in sessions facilitated by a trained volunteer. Each meeting includes time for ... »
DAY CAMP CHILDREN’S CARNIVAL July 26, 5:30-8 p.m., Frances Anderson Center Field. This unique carnival is run by kids for kids to raise money for the City of Edmonds Youth Scholarship Fund. Grab a hot dog, try your luck at some exciting raffle prizes and enjoy fun carnival games with your family. EDMONDS OUTDOOR MOVIE NITES Join us at the Frances Anderson Center Playfield for a free, family night... »
Edmonds Parks and Recreation is offering the following sports camps and clinics during the summer: Skyhawks Sports Camps Camps are for ages 3-12 years and include Tiny-Hawk, Mini-Hawk, Baseball, Flag Football and Track and Field. Tennis Lessons Adult and youth tennis lessons are offered through the summer. The adult lessons are Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings 6:30-8 p.m. for $36 starting June 26. ... »
Next Friday, May 25, is a no-school day for the Edmonds School District, but Edmonds Parks & Recreation has you covered with a “Beach Creatures” mini-camp for ages 6-12. The camp, which runs from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., invites kids to learn about local marine life from Discovery Programs Ranger-Naturalists. Meet at the Anderson Center and be ready to explore the nearby beaches. Dress for ... »
ADVENTURES IN DRAWING for ages 6-12. Landscapes, animals, people – new drawing projects each week expose students to a variety of artistic styles, cultural interpretations and mediums. Have fun, expand drawing skills, and become more confident in self-expression. Artist quality mediums used. $6 supply fee. Mondays, May 7-June 4 (No class May 28) from 6-7:15 p.m. Cost $52 resident, $60 non-r... »
If you’re looking for a fun activity for the kids this summer, sign them up to bowl at no charge from May-September at Robin Hood Lanes in Edmonds. Robin Hood Lanes, located at 9801 Edmonds Way in the Westgate neighborhood, is participating in the Kids Bowl Free program from May 1 through Sept. 5. Here’s how it works: Simply register your children at the Kids Bowl Free website (the lin... »
By Lara Alexander When Rondee Fehrs, a mom of two, moved to the Edmonds area a year and a half ago from Las Vegas with her husband, she was looking to meet other moms. She found a mom’s group on the Meetup.com website and within a month met Rhaya McConnell, her soon-to-be best friend. “We decided to create our own group for play dates, parties and outings for kids and their moms,” Fehrs said. They... »
A new music school is coming to Edmonds. Alley Bell Music will be opening its doors in April at the Barclay Shelton Dance Centre, 413 Bell St., and will offer Music Together classes to children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. By presenting a range of musical styles from lyrical to blues, from folk to boogie, Music Together provides children with a rich music experience that stimulates and supports... »
Looking for a festive, family-friendly musical experience this holiday season? The Music & Arts Ministries at Edmonds United Methodist Church present its annual Christmas concerts this weekend Saturday, December 10 at 6:00 p.m. and Sunday, December 11 at 3:00 p.m. This year’s concert is titled “Sing Noel!” and features musicians, from 2nd grade through adult, singing, playing... »
By Lara Alexander When was the last time you went on a date to the movies? Are you missing out on evaluating the Oscar contenders for yourself? Edmonds’ own theater offers children under 12 years old a reduced price $6 ticket and free popcorn every day, making for an affordable outing. They are currently playing “Narnia,” and “Tangled” is coming soon. 415 Main Street. Kirkl... »
By Lara Alexander Merry Christmas from the My Edmonds News family column! I hope that everyone who celebrates is enjoying good food and the cozy comfort of family together. If you have ideas for what you would like to read in the family column, your thoughts are welcomed warmly. Please email family@myedmondsnews.com with your suggestions. Stay warm! Children’s indoor play spaces in or near E... »
Harbor Square Athletic Club is sponsoring a winter break sports camp for kids next week that is open to the public. The camp, which runs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Dec. 27-30, is open to children ages 7-14. Activities include basketball, racquetball, swimming, dodge ball and gym games, and there will also be a party on the last day. Cost is $80 for members, $99 for member-sponsored guests and $120 for no... »
By Lara Alexander Edmonds School District has a new “F.A.C.E.” The Edmonds School District welcomes you to their Families and Communities Engaged (F.A.C.E.) together event, formally known as the District Information Fair. This hands-on fair will give you the opportunity to learn about Edmonds school programs and community groups supporting student learning. Included at the event: Meet staff and pi... »
If you’re looking for local place to have your child or even your pet photographed with Santa, you’re in luck. Here are three opportunities: Edmonds photographer Amber Salinas is offering photos of children, pets and families with Santa right in downtown Edmonds on all Saturdays before Christmas – Dec. 4, 11 and 18 — from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., plus Wednesday, Dec. 15 from 4-8 p.m... »
Enter to win a free photo session with Santa Claus, at Amber Salinas Photo Studios, just by leaving a comment on any family column post. Winners announced in the Dec. 3 family column. Good luck! By Lara Alexander Looking for kids camps for winter break? The Mountlake Terrace Parks and Recreation department offers kids camps for kindergarteners through 6th graders, on scheduled non-school days in t... »
We’d like to extend a warm welcome to Edmonds mom and writer Lara Alexander, who this week will launch her new Edmonds Family column, with ideas for low-cost and free family activities around town — from holiday events to arts activities to school happenings. Edmonds Family will appear exclusively in My Edmonds News each Friday morning, giving Edmonds parents and grandparents ideas for... »
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