 Save the Date! - May the 4th be with you!
In-Person Programming is back this Summer!
You are invited to Save the Date for Summer Program Registration for In-Person classes.
When: Tuesday, May 4th, 2021 starting at 7:00 AM
How: Register online at http://www.KirklandParks.net or by phone at 425-587-3336.
Programs available for registration: Aquatics, Adult Sports, Summer Camps and More!
Kirkland Parks & Community Services is committed to providing high quality programming that meets all health & safety requirements for all participants. We follow all Health Guidelines and Orders from the CDC, Public Health - Seattle & King County, the Washington Department of Health (DOH) and Governor Inslee. Social Distancing guidelines, mask use and enhanced cleaning will be added for additional safety.
We look forward to welcoming the community back this Summer!
Kirkland Parks and Community Services strives to offer recreation programs that are welcoming and inclusive for all.
Recreation Scholarships are available to Kirkland residents. Scholarship applications can be submitted at any time during the year, with limited enrollment beginning on Tuesday, April 27, 2021.
NEW FOR 2021: To provide greater benefit, scholarship limits have been increased to $450 per Kirkland resident per year and may be used for multiple programs throughout the year.
To learn about income eligibility requirements or to apply for a Recreation Scholarship, visit www.kirklandwa.gov/RecreationScholarships
**Donations are welcomed to support the Scholarship Program! Additional information can be found at https://bit.ly/39kwzmJ
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Gnome Sweet Home
All Ages
Join us for a gnome home building contest! During the month of May gather your friends and family together and construct a gnome home, for fun, comradery, and prizes.
The kick off for this month long event will be Saturday, May 1st!
Join us from 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the North Kirkland Community Center for the opportunity to select from organic materials the Parks staff has gathered to get you going on your build.
Green Knight Nursery will be there for a miniature and small plant sale at wholesale prices!
Register online at: https://bit.ly/2PeVbXe
Eye Spy Nature Hunt
Ages 3-8
Eye Spy Nature Hunt is a self-directed nature exploration. Take a walk in a park of your choice and look for the critters on the nature bingo card.
Cards are available to download upon registration.
Bring your completed card and your stories to the North Kirkland Community Center on May 12, from 10AM to 3PM to receive a gift bag for participating.
Registration is limited, sign-up today!
Register online at: https://bit.ly/3gBKedE
Water Exercise - Deep Water - Ages 16+
Get a leaner, stronger body and have fun!! Our
instructors will inspire you to move! Benefits of Deep
Water Exercise:
- Burn Calories
- Build Strong Muscles
- 60- Min of Abdominal Work.
Work-at-Your-Own-Pace. Beginners to Advanced welcome!
Date(s): June 27 - July 25 and August 1 - August 22
Day(s): Sunday
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM and 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Cost: $48.00 Resident / $57.00 Non-Resident
Register online starting Tuesday, May 4th at: https://bit.ly/3gzAosT
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Golf Instruction - Ages 18+
Learn to play golf in the comfortable atmosphere of the Redwood Golf Center in Woodinville. A PGA instructor teaches group lessons. Learn basic golf, grip stance, swing, rules and etiquette. By the end of this 4-part series you will be able to play on the golf course. Bring your own clubs or try the Golf Center’s demo clubs.
Location:
Redwood Golf Center
13029 Redmond-Woodinville Rd NE
Redmond, WA 98052
Date(s): June 4 - June 25
Day(s): Friday
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Cost: $89.00 Resident / $99.00 Non-Resident
Register online starting Tuesday, May 4th at: https://bit.ly/3aDJZLc
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Ballet with Marco Carrabba at Peter Kirk Community Center
Marco Carrabba, Ballet Master / Choreographer-Carrabba Dance Theatre has a 20 year distinguished professional dance career and over 18 years’ experience teaching and
choreographing ballets for students of all levels, as well as an extensive theater background. Dance companies include PNB, San Francisco, Boston, Stuttgart and Hamburg Ballet.
Ballet Basics - Ages 18+
Have you always wanted to take a ballet class but something got in the way? Now that you have the time, do you feel like you’re too old and it’s too late? Here’s the good news, it’s never too late to learn ballet! No reason to be intimidated! This adult basic ballet class offers something for everyone from young adult to seniors and provides a fun way to tone and tighten your body while learning the fundamental techniques in a positive and supportive environment. Ballet develops balance, coordination, strength, stamina, self-confidence and body-centered awareness. This class is for those with little or no dance training but who want to embrace one of the most beautiful and graceful of all dance styles.
Date(s): (Monday's) June 21 - July 19 and (Wednesday's) June 23 - July 21
Day(s): Monday or Wednesday
Time: (Monday's) 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM and (Wednesday's) 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cost: $44.00 Resident / $53.00 Non-Resident
Ballet - Open Level - Ages 18+
Take your training to the next level. This class is for those who have had some ballet training and is a good additional class for a Basic or Intermediate level class. Emphasis is on improving technical strength and more movement. Students are encouraged to work at their own ability.
Date(s): June 23 - July 21
Day(s): Wednesday
Time: 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM
Cost: $44.00 Resident / $53.00 Non-Resident
Register online starting Tuesday, May 4th at: https://bit.ly/3aAV7bK
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Kirkland Steppers Club - Ages 18+
GET MOVING… with the Kirkland Steppers!
TUESDAYS, June 22 - August 24
Theme: Explore your local Park!
Steppers is a FREE Event!
This year come and explore your local parks!
Each Tuesday at 10:00am walk or drive to a new Kirkland Park.
**To receive a t-shirt you must be registered by 6/1.
June 22 - *Kick off boxed breakfast- provided by Fairwinds in Redmond. Boxes will be handed out starting at 9:30 outside of PKCC. Walk starts at 10:00am from PKCC to Marina Park and Heritage Park.
June 29 - O.O. Denny Park- 12302 Holmes Point Drive NE, Kirkland, WA 98034
July 6 - Marsh and David Brink Park (LK WA BLVD) Meet at PKCC at 10:00am to start walk.
July 13 - Edith Moulton Park- 13634 108th Ave NE, Kirkland, WA 98034
July 20 - Market Street Neighborhood. Meet at PKCC at 10:00am to start walk.
July 27 - Watershed Park- 4500 110th AVE NE, Kirkland, WA 98033
August 3 - McAuliffe Park-10824 NE 116th St, Kirkland, WA 98034
August 10 - Crestwood Park- 10824 NE 116th St, Kirkland, WA 98034
August 17 - Juanita Bay-2201 Market St. Kirkland, WA, 98033
August 24 - Finish Line Lunch- Meet at 10:00am to take a downtown Kirkland walk, 11am- Fairwinds, Redmond will be handing out boxed lunches outside of PKCC.
Register online starting Tuesday, May 4th at: https://bit.ly/3sMUNwP
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Junior Summer Day Camp - Ages 5-8
Junior Summer Day Camp is designed to meet the needs of the younger new camper. Located at the North Kirkland Community Center, campers will have access to all the indoor and outdoor features of the center. Campers will enjoy exciting camp activities, which include arts, sciences, sports, games, wacky special events, and guest visitors and entertainers. On hot days we will cool off with fun, water drenching activities.
Date(s): June 21 - August 27
Day(s): Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Camp Hours)
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM (Extended Care; additional fee applies)
Cost: Camp Fee - $225.00 Resident / $270.00 Non-Resident
Extended Care - $20.00
Register online starting Tuesday, May 4th at: https://bit.ly/2QUdstz
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Peter Kirk Day Camp - Ages 7-11
Kirkland’s longest running day camp is back and more fun than ever! Campers will enjoy arts, science, sports, games, weekly in-house guests or field trips to fun destinations and wacky special events led by trained staff. On a daily basis campers will explore Kirkland’s many versatile parks and enjoy outdoor adventures. During our hot days, campers will cool off with visits to the beach and Kirkland’s outdoor swimming pool multiple times EVERY week. Our summer camp will help your child forge friendships and create memories that will last a lifetime.
Date(s): June 21 - August 27
Day(s): Monday - Friday
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Camp Hours)
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM (Extended Care; additional fee applies)
Cost: Camp Fee - $225.00 Resident / $270.00 Non-Resident
Extended Care - $20.00
Register online starting Tuesday, May 4th at: https://bit.ly/3nhyu1p
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Single & Double Occupant Guided Kayak Tour and Lesson - Ages 12+
Northwest Paddle Surfers experienced staff provides a 90 minute guided kayak excursion in beautiful Juanita Bay during which kayakers will explore amazing wildlife and scenery! Session includes safety and operation instruction lesson for safe and easy sit-on-top kayaking. This is a great activity for individuals, friends, and families!
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6 Individual and 6 two-person kayaks available (18 total spots). Register for either a single kayak or a double kayak.
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Children as young as 3 allowed with adult in a double kayak. Singles need to be operated by participants ages 12 and older.
- Single Kayak (individuals only): $40.00 Resident / $48.00 Non-Resident
- Double Kayak (600 pound passenger limit): $70.00 Resident / $84.00 Non-Resident
Register online at: https://bit.ly/2P9QAWn
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Virtual Windows 10 - Ages 18+
How do I transfer photos from my smartphone to my Windows computer? What do I need to do about privacy settings in Windows? How do I create a letter without installing Office? How do I maintain my computer so it runs faster? How do I sync my calendar with my smartphone? Where can I get help? Which tips and tricks will save me time and make it easier for me to use my computer? Join us for this interactive workshop where you can ask questions and learn from other attendees with similar challenges. Please update your computer and have your passwords available.
Instructor will contact you prior to class with Zoom information.
Date(s): May 6 - May 27
Day(s): Thursday
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Cost: $28.00
Register online at: https://bit.ly/3agb0EV
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Happy Seeds Virtual Family Yoga - Ages 2-8 with Parent
This class is part of our Growing Mindset Series aimed to children ages 2-8 yrs old and their grown ups. Every week we will have a new theme focusing on recognizing emotions, fun strategies to express and manage emotions, and how to embrace challenges to grow our mindset and build on resilience skills. All of these using music, Spanish, laughing and using our imagination. Come as you are wearing your pj's or comfy clothes, with or without a mat to have fun, connect, and relax while breathing and doing yoga poses.
Date(s): April 24 - May 22
Day(s): Saturday
Time: 10:30 AM - 11:10 AM
Cost: $25.00
Register online at: https://bit.ly/2DQiFfO
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Trackers Earth Programs - Ages 6-12
We're excited to have a new partnership with Trackers Earth to provide a series of virtual youth programs with a natural world and survival focus. Trackers Earth programs have a goal of connecting students and families to the wonders of the natural world and to and develop student backgrounds and skills so they can make the most of their time outdoors. Class is virtual and provided on a Zoom platform.
Virtual The Trials of Hercules RPG - Ages 6-11
Captain Nick is following in the footsteps of the Greek Hero Hercules to see if he can complete his 12 labours! However, he needs your help. Join The Explorers Society and find out what monsters lurk behind these strength defying tales! REQUIRED MATERIALS to be provided by participant: 2 six-sided dice.
Date(s): April 28
Day(s): Wednesday
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Cost: $18.00
Virtual DnD Adventure May Series - Ages 7-12
Pick up your 20 sided dice, create your hero and boldly journey into forgotten realms and ancient crypts! Battle strange beasts and evil creatures who threaten the balance of the world! Take on the role of a powerful Fighter, cunning Rogue, courageous Paladin or mysterious Sorcerer as you uncover eldritch mysteries and solve perplexing puzzles. This roleplaying adventure series runs for four weeks. REQUIRED MATERIALS to be provided by student: paper, pencil, dice and your imagination!
Date(s): May 4 - May 25
Day(s): Tuesday
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Cost: $95.00
Virtual DnD Character Creation Session - Ages 7-12
Want to play Dungeons and Dragons but don't know where to begin? Join this class to learn the basics of the game and what goes into making a unique character! REQUIRED MATERIALS to be provided by participant: piece of paper, pencil, and a few types of polyhedral dice (optional).
Date(s): May 5
Day(s): Wednesday
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Cost: $18.00
Register online at: https://bit.ly/3h1AbN3
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Rent the Pool!
Reserve the Peter Kirk Pool for your own private swim party!
Lifeguards, pool toys, and party deck space included. Rentals must be reserved at least 14 days in advance.
Pool rentals are available on Saturdays (June 26 - August 28) from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM.
Pool rental fees are $300.00 for 1.5 hours (4:30 PM - 6:00 PM).
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Maximum of 60 swimmers at any time in the water
- All pool rules are in effect
- Outside food and drink welcome (no vendors please!)
- Glass is not permitted in the pool facility
To reserve the pool please register online at www.kirklandparks.net or call 425-587-3333
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