It’s almost time to make a splash! Registration for swim lessons at the Peter Kirk Pool opens on March 26th at 7AM for Kirkland Residents. Be sure to register early and secure a spot for your swimmer. Non-Resident Registration opens March 27th at 8 AM. For information on the City of Kirkland’s Swim Lesson program, please visit kirklandwa.gov/SwimLessons.

There are several ways to register for lessons:
• Call us at 425-587-3336
• Register online at KirklandParks.net
• Visit the community centers in person starting at 8 AM

Don’t forget to set your alarm and be ready to register early!

Join us at the Parks Job Fair on April 5th! 

Meet our team, enjoy refreshments and giveaways, and submit applications. Open positions include jobs for those ages 15+ and adults ages 18+. We’re actively recruiting park laborers, day camp leaders, youth sports staff, lifeguards, pool cashiers, special events team staff, recreation attendants for facility rentals staff, recreation lead staff, and more. Many positions are seasonal, and several are year-round. 

Date: April 5
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: North Kirkland Community Center - 12421 103rd Ave NE, Kirkland
Ages: 16+

Explore open positions and apply at kirklandwa.gov/ParksJobs or apply in person.

Get cozied up with your friends and family at our 2025 Winter Wheels & Reels Drive-In Movie Series at Juanita Beach Park! We will be showing Gran Turismo on Saturday, April 12th! Watch the movie on our giant 12-ft LED movie screen!

All ages are welcome! Parents are encouraged to review movie title in advance for suitability for your family. The event will be held rain or shine, with no refunds. Cars and trucks are acceptable, but please do not bring limos, RV’s, buses, or alcohol. There’s also no tailgating allowed.

Please register for this event based on the size of your vehicle to help insure the best possible viewing for all.

Date: April 12
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 online now at https://tinyurl.com/2s48wzrt or call 425-587-3336 or visit kirklandwa.gov/CommunityBuildingEvents for more information.

Come celebrate all things Spring in this exciting 4-day mixed media art camp! Children 8-12 yrs will make a variety of fascinating and meaningful projects while exploring different mediums of art like acrylics, air dry clay, paper craft and experiment with different materials and surfaces like canvas, wood, cardboard, clay pots, beads and more!

Dates: April 14 - 17
Days: Monday - Thursday
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location: North Kirkland Community Center - 12421 104rd Ave NE, Kirkland
Cost: Resident $280 / Non-Resident $336

Register today at https://tinyurl.com/bden5m9a or call 425-587-3336.

It’s never too late to take charge of your brain health! In this interactive session you will learn about the six pillars of a brain-healthy lifestyle. Discover how living an active life – by learning more, being social, staying fit, eating right, getting enough sleep and managing stress – can support brain health. This session will provide you with actionable steps you can take along with resources to learn more.

Presented by AARP Speaker Kay Tomlinson.

Date: April 17
Day: Thursday
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Peter Kirk Community Center - 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Cost: Free

Registration opens March 25 or 27 at https://tinyurl.com/2bwb74fx or call 425-587-3336.

The City of Kirkland offers free, after school transportation to the Kirkland Teen Union Building (KTUB)! This pilot program connects teens from Finn Hill Middle School (Mondays & Thursdays) and Kamiakin Middle School (Tuesdays) to KTUB so they can participate in various, free activities during the school year. Parents/Guardians must register their teens to "Waiver for Transportation to KTUB" before selecting pickup dates.

Note: Transportation is one-way only and teens must have a safe way to return home when KTUB closes for the day.

Dates: Lake Washington School District Class Days
Days: Mondays & Thursdays - Finn Hill Middle School
          Tuesdays - Kamiakin Middle School
Pick-Up Time: 2:20 PM - 2:35 PM
Afterschool Drop-In Hours: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Location: Kirkland Teen Union Building (KTUB)  - 352 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland
Cost: Free

Register today at https://tinyurl.com/2yn78cfk or call 425-587-3336.

Stop in and Shop!

Join us for our NEW community Junk in the Trunk sale on Saturday, May 3rd from 10am – 2pm at the Houghton Park & Ride/Play lot. Come to explore the many vendors and food trucks for a fabulous day of treasure hunting. Visit kirklandwa.gov/CommunityBuildingEvents or call 425-587-3336 to find out more.

To register as a vendor (household items, clothing, small furniture, and more) visit KirklandParks.net and select the Community Events tab.
This event is sponsored by the City of Kirkland Community Events and will be held rain or shine! Bring your family and friends, this is a free event for everyone! All your yard sale dreams in one lot. Registration deadline is April 25th by 5:00 p.m.

Date: May 3
Day: Saturday
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Houghton Park & Ride/Play - 6920 NE 70th PL, Kirkland
Cost to Vend: $35
Cost to Attend: Free

Register today at https://tinyurl.com/5n87ad4m or call 425-587-3336.

Creativity is Ageless!

Calling all artists aged 50+! If you’re passionate about creating and want to showcase your work, the 15th Annual Senior Art Show is your opportunity to shine. This vibrant exhibition will run from May 9-23, 2025, at Merrill Gardens in Downtown Kirkland, offering a fantastic platform to display your art to the community.

Whether you’re a painter, sculptor, photographer, or working in any other medium, we welcome all forms of creativity. To learn more or to submit an application, simply email Scouncil@kirklandwa.gov.

Don’t miss this chance to be part of an inspiring celebration of senior talent!

Dates: May 9 - May 23
Days: Daily during dates above
Time: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Location: Merrill Gardens - 14 Main St S, Kirkland
Cost: Free

2025 Seasonal Boat Launch Cards are now available for purchase online at www.kirklandparks.net (direct link), by phone at 425-587-3330 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM), or in person at the Parks and Community Services office at City Hall located at 123 5th Ave in Kirkland.

Proof of Kirkland residency is required for Kirkland Resident Seasonal Boat Launch Card purchase.