The 2022 season of the Juanita Friday Market (JFM) is wrapping up. Come join us at Juanita Beach between 3 PM and 7 PM today, September 23 and next Friday, September 30!

The City of Kirkland and the JFM team want to thank our sponsors – Kirkland Kid’s Dentistry for the Kids Booth and Parkshore Juanita Bay for our Entertainment. We’d also like to thank our vendors and our customers for your support and participation on Fridays throughout the months of June, July, August, and September.

Don’t miss this last chance to get fresh fruit, vegetables, and flowers at Juanita Beach Park!!!

Kirkland Parks and Community Services along with our sponsor, Umpqua Bank is hosting a series of adventure speakers made up of outdoor enthusiasts, authors, nature photographers, kayakers, and historians. Each presentation includes a Q & A and/or book sales. Doors open at 5:30 PM.

Join Jeff Antonelis-Lapp, author of Tahoma’s Biggest Stories, as he delves in to the natural and environmental history of Mount Rainier National Park. This flagship talk focuses on two ideas: The presence of Native Americans at Mount Rainier over the ages and how climate change is affecting the mountain. Viewers will be taken on a virtual field trip to four archaeological sites that people have frequented, dating back over 9,000 years and then continues by detailing the far-ranging effects of climate change that extend beyond the mountain’s retreating glaciers. Learn more at https://jeffantonelis-lapp.com/.

Date: October 6
Day: Thursday
Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Location: Heritage Hall, 203 Market St, Kirkland
Ages: All ages
Cost: $5

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3DHjh3P.

Enjoy a night out under the stars at Juanita Beach Park with our Fall Drive-in Movie Series.

Watch the second movie of the series, Casper on our giant LED movie screen!

Event is held rain or shine - no refunds. No RV's, limos, buses, tailgating or alcohol.

Advanced registration is required! If registration for your vehicle size is full, we highly encourage you to get on the waiting list.

Date: October 22
Day: Saturday
Time: Movie starts at 7:00 PM (Parking lot opens at 6:00 PM)
Location: Juanita Beach Park (NW parking lot) - 9703 NE Juanita Dr, Kirkland
Ages: All ages
Cost: $20 per vehicle per movie pre-registration required!

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3c4VL5t.

Play boo bingo in your vehicle with our giant LED movie screen and wear your costume for the costume parade. Bingo cards are provided, and prize baskets are awarded to winners! Bring some snacks and a highlighter pen. Two sessions to choose from. A special thank you to Homes By Me - Michael Espada, your local relator for sponsoring the prizes.

Register once PER VEHICLE, not per person.

Date: October 28
Day: Friday
Times: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: Juanita Beach Park, 9703 Juanita Dr NE, Kirkland
Ages: All ages
Cost: FREE

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3SoHQ9H.

Peter Kirk After School Camp Starting October 3

After-school camp is a quality after school experience for children grades K-5. Our staff offers a unique blend of recreation and educational activities in a relaxed, fun and safe environment. Transportation is available from Peter Kirk Elementary only, but otherwise is not provided.

Camp will follow the Lake Washington School Calendar, and will be closed on days that school is not in session, this includes inclement weather closures.

Monthly Installments - Full fee for your initial month is required upon registration (fee includes a $25 deposit). Additional months will be reserved by paying a $25 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit per month per child. Monthly installment option is not available for online registration. The remaining balance due must be paid by the 15th of the previous month, otherwise the reserved spot and deposit will be lost. This option is only available for those registering for the full school year.

Dates: October 3 - June 22
Days: Mondays - Fridays
Times: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM (Mon, Tue, Thu, and Fri)
          2:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Wed)
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center - 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 5-12
Cost: (Monthly camp fee) $320 Resident / $384 Non-Resident
         (Transportation monthly fee) $120 Resident / $144 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3C1SHBf.

Pee Wee Monster Bash

Wear your Halloween costume and come join the fun at the Monster Bash! Participate in carnival-style games and activities; the monster mash cookie walk, swamp fishing, batty bowling, feed the Rock Monster, and more. In addition, each child will collect small prizes and treats at each booth. It is sure to be a kooky, but not too spooky, good time.

Sorry, no refunds for this event. Please leave strollers at home. This event always sells out. Pre-registration is essential! 

Date: October 28
Day: Friday
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: North Kirkland Community Center - 12421 103rd Ave NE, Kirkland
Ages: 1-5
Cost: $15

Register your child by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3S784hm.

Pee Wee Basketball

This league focuses on fun, participation and socialization. The league is structured in a "team" format meaning your child will be placed on a team of 10 and assigned a volunteer coach.

The program meets on Saturday mornings/early afternoons. The program is one hour in duration with the first 30 minutes of the hour devoted to practice. The last 30 minutes are reserved for a friendly, recreational-style basketball game. Game times will also vary each week.

Dates: October 29 - December 10
Days: Saturdays
Times: 9:00 AM - 12:30 PM (3/4 Division)
          11:30 am - 3:00 pm (5/6 Division)
Location: Finn Hill Middle School - 8040  NE 132nd St, Kirkland
Ages: 3-6
Cost: $84 Resident / $100 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3ffSamp.

Family Adventure with Trackers Earth - Fishing & Outdoor Cooking

Join Trackers Guilds and embark on a fishing adventure! 

Learn to harvest and forage food from the water and cook your catch. Discover wildlife in and along beautiful waterways: eagles, osprey, deer, otters, and many more!

This program is offered for youth age seven and above, plus an adult family member. (Participants over the age of 13 must have their own fishing license.)

Date: October 1 
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Beaver Lake Park - 25101 SE 24th St, Sammamish
Ages: 7-18 plus adult family member(s)
Cost: $78 Resident / $94 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at: https://bit.ly/3UA0mOv.

Youth Basketball Leagues- 3rd-6th Grade

Registration is now open for Youth Basketball!

Register by the grade your child is in and the school they attend. Practices start the week of November 28 and are held at local schools.  Games start on January 14 and will be held on Saturdays for 8 weeks. 

Dates: November 28 - March 18
Days: Varies by team for practices. Saturdays for games
Time: Varies (schedule published once registration closes)
Ages: 8-13
Cost: $143 Resident / $172 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or https://bit.ly/3ff6YSh.

Volunteer Coaches Needed:  Want to coach your child's team or know someone who would? If yes please go to: Volunteer Opportunities – City of Kirkland (kirklandwa.gov)

Teen Night - Game Night

Grab a group of friends or come as you are to enjoy a FREE fun-filled game night!

Bankrupt other teens in Monopoly, skip a friend in Uno or shout Sorry! as you knock your opponents off the board. With snacks, drinks, and a wide variety of games, you're almost guaranteed never to get "board"! Drop-ins welcome, or register now to let us know you're coming!

Date: September 23
Day: Friday
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center - 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 13-19
Cost: FREE

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at: https://bit.ly/3L0gRim

Murder Mystery Teen Night

Detectives and Murder Weapons and Suspects, Oh My! Join us for a night of mystery as we bring the game of Clue to life! Can you solve the murder?

Date: October 7
Day: Friday
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center - 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 13-19
Cost: FREE

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at: https://bit.ly/3L0gRim.

Cardio with Laura

Total body workout. Burn calories, gain muscle tone, increase balance, and improve coordination. No equipment needed. 

Dates: September 16 - November 18
Days: Fridays
Time: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
Location: North Kirkland Community Center - 12421 103rd Ave NE, Kirkland
Ages: 16+
Cost: $70 Resident / $84 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 for prorated fees.

Retro Dance

Get your groove on and dance to your favorite music from the 50s to the 90s! With short, easy-to-learn routines, you'll burn calories, gain muscle tone, increase balance and improve coordination. No previous dance experience is needed, so get ready to have fun and break a sweat!

Dates: October 22 - December 17
Days: Saturdays
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: North Kirkland Community Center - 12421 103rd Ave NE, Kirkland
Ages: 16+
Cost: $56 Resident / $67 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3St9Au3.

NEW - Watercolor Painting - Daytime Classes

Paint along as your instructor, Jean, demonstrates the entire painting and provides individual assistance. Your own style will emerge as you paint many subjects from still life to landscapes to florals. You will quickly learn composition, color mixing, brush use, establishing depth and more. This class offers something for all levels. Supply list available at PKCC.

Instructor: Jean Pratt Beouy
Dates: October 5 - October 26
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 18+
Cost: $65 Resident / $78 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3dAW0Wz.

Need Help with Medicare | SHIBA Information Session

Join us to learn more about the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) Program. SHIBA provides free, unbiased and confidential assistance with Medicare health care choices. SHIBA volunteers can help:

• Assess health care coverage needs
• Determine general eligibility for health care coverage programs
• Evaluate and compare health plans and programs
• Provide enrollment help with Medicare
• And more!

In this presentation we will discuss what the SHIBA program is, who we serve, what services we can provide and how to get in contact with a SHIBA volunteer.

Date: September 28
Day: Wednesday
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Peter Kirk Community, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 50+
Cost: FREE

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or Online at https://bit.ly/3f5skBk.

Scams and Fraud

“It’s your money, learn how to hang on to it! Don’t become a victim of financial fraud!”

Washington State Department of Financial Institutions Director of Communications, Financial Education & Outreach, Lyn Peters, will share tips and tricks on how to spot potential scams and avoid losing your hard-earned retirement money to them. You’ll also receive handouts from a number of agencies and organizations providing additional information and tools.

Presenter: Lyn Peters, Washington State Department of Financial Institutions

Date: October 5
Day: Monday
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 50+
Cost: FREE

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3Ly50Z2.

Museum of Flight Van Trip

Visit the largest, independent air and space museum in the world and experience a behind the scenes look on this fun, interactive tour. Must sign up by 10/18 to secure reservations.

Date: November 1
Day: Tuesday
Time: 9:30 AM - 3:15 PM
Location: Van leaves from the Peter Kirk Community Center, 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Ages: 50+
Cost: $44 Resident / $49 Non-Resident

Register by phone at 425-587-3336 or online at https://bit.ly/3DJZb9c.