South Puget Sound Kids' Directory Blog
SUMMER CAMPS
STITCH-A-ROO SEWING SCHOOL SEWING DAY CAMPS
A you a young lady 7-12 years old, who would love to learn how to
sew on a real machine? Miss Sew & Sew uses kid tested approved
curriculum, state of the art sewing machines and fine tools to make
for a fun filled experience. Learn a skill that can be used for a lifetime.
7805 B PIONEER WAY GIG HARBOR 206-304-4512 http://Stitch-A-Roo.com
CHINESE CULTURE & LANGUAGE CAMP
Fun-filled cultural and language activities for campers. Programs for
novice and advanced Chinese language students. Lunch provided
5025 N PEARL TACOMA Contact Belinda Louie 253-376-3553
http://www.evergreenchineseacademy.com THROUGH AUG 26th AGES 4-15
JUMP! GIG HARBOR
We’ll be having tons of fun as we explore a different theme each week!
Supervised play, craft, and game activities related to each week’s theme.
Daily healthy snacks are also included. Plenty of drop-in times too.
9808 44th AVE NW, GIG HARBOR 253.777.3403 Book Online today.
http://www.jumpgigharbor.com JUL 9 THROUGH AUG 17 CAMPER AGES 4-10
SEABURY SCHOOL
Have you ever wanted to build a rocket, make a comic book, create LEGO
cities, or head into the wilderness? Summer at Seabury enrichment camps
make learning fun and engaging for your child. Full brochure online.
1801 53rd STREET NE TACOMA 253-952-3111 http://www.Seabury.org
THROUGH AUG 12 (no camp 7/4-8) AGES entering K-8th grade
ARCADIA MONTESSORI
Themed weeks may include cooking, gardening, birds & feeders, plus
forest creatures and sealife. 253-752-6463 http://arcadia-montessori.com
6312 N 30TH ST TACOMA + NEW GH LOCATION! AGES preK-3rd grade
OLYMPIA WALDORF SCHOOL SUMMER CAMP
"Around the World in Summer Days" Stories, games, songs and recipes
from around the globe. 360-493-0906 .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
http://www.olympiawaldorf.org THROUGH AUG 26th AGES 4-12
THE LITTLE GYM SUMMER CAMPS
Camps combine physical fitness, gymnastics and play with arts & crafts.
3850 S. MERIDIAN, PUYALLUP 253-435-7400 http://www.tlgpuyallupwa.com
ALL SUMMER AGES 3-12 (potty trained) King Co Locations too!
HANDS ON CHILDREN MUSEUM SUMMER CAMPS
Your kids will love these fun and educational art & science camps taught
by our top quality instructors. Week-long half- or full-day camps.
http://www.hocm.org 106 11th AVE SW OLYMPIA AGES 3 yrs-4th Grade
PUYALLUP PARKS AND RECREATION- CAMP YOUGOTTAWANNA
Each week is a different theme! Online registration http://cityofpuyallup.org
808 VALLEY AVE NW PUYALLUP JUN-AUG 8 Sessions AGES 1½ - 14
CAMP WRIGHT!
SWIMMING 3X PER WEEK! Camp Wright is a popular day camp in Tacoma
running weekly sessions all summer. Add on Specialty Camps also
offered in sports, art, nature, music, and much more Register early!
827 N TACOMA AVE TACOMA Contact Sherah Webster for more info.
THROUGH AUG 17th 253-284-4342 http://www.aw.org http://www.mycampwright.com
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
10 weeks of VBS fun-filled Day Camps: Choose your weeks! JUN 25 - AUG 31
Half and Full Days available. VBS curriculum, meals & field trips (full day only)
3816 COLLEGE ST SE LACEY 360-878-8915 http://paramountchristianacademy.org
OLYMPIA PARKS, ARTS & RECREATION Experience It!
Summer experiences for your child. Day camps, outdoor adventures,
teen camps, preschool camps, sports camps, science, art & digital film
camps. Online & phone registration available 360-753-8380
http://www.olympiawa.gov/cityservices
MONTESSORI IN MOTION SUMMER SESSIONS
Summer Programs available. Focus on a subject and have a great time!
Learn, play and experience summer in Tacoma. More Information available
online at http://www.montessoriinmotion.org
7323 27th St W UNIVERSITY PLACE 253-565-3080
A SIMPLE WISH CAMP
Princess, fairy, Fancy Nancy and drama camps with crafts, stories, games,
dancing, singing, snacking and more! Because Every Little Girl Dreams
of Being a Princess! 418 WEST PIONEER PUYALLUP 253-848-7023
JUN 25-AUG 24 http://www.asimplewish.org or http://princesspreschool.com for Preschool
PUMP IT UP! TACOMA
JUMP-N-ART CAMP $25 Daily Admission Includes:Snacks, Arts & Crafts,
Games, Bouncing & Lunch! register online http://www.pumpitupparty.com
COME TO ONE DAY-OR ALL DAYS! 3610 SOUTH PINE TACOMA AGES 4-10
FOSS WATERWAYS SEAPORT’S SUMMER SCIENCE SEACAMP
Young scientists explore Puget Sound onboard a 65’ marine research vessel
as they learn all about our watersheds. 705 DOCK ST TACOMA
253-272-2750 Madhuri Hosford http://www.fosswaterwayseaport.org
Session I: July 25-29 or Session II: August 1-5 AGES 7th-9th grade
Plus "Whoopee! It's Wednesday" for ages 7-10 Wednesdays in July-August!
PUGET SOUND CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
SUMMER CAMP AROUND THE WORLD Games, field trips, bible stories, art
snacks and fun! 1740 S. 84TH ST TACOMA http://www.pschristianschool.com
(253)537-6870 8 weeks JUN 25-AUG 17 AGES 3 –12yrs
WOLFHAVEN - SUMMER CAMPING FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Howl-Ins - a time-honored family tradition and great way to support our wolves.
Mini-sanctuary tours (1st 200 guests), Live Music, kid's activities, Storytelling,
Face-Painting, Eco-scavenger Hunt, Wolf TV & more, in our beautiful 80 acre
environment. Saturday evenings, 6-9pm JUL 9, JUL 23, AUG 6 and AUG 20.
Overnight Camping Available - Book Early! 800-448-9653 http://www.wolfhaven.org
Rodnee Raccoon Events March 17th & 24th
WayOut Kids have been extremely busy these first two months of 2012 and as Spring is quickly approaching Rodney Raccoon is gearing up for his next video project "Rodney Goes Green!" This is our new environmental initiative designed to educate youth about polluted runoff and the harm it causes to the Puget Sound. We will be having auditions for children ages 8-12 years old on Saturday March 17th & 24th. The auditions will start at 12:00PM at the Donald G. Topping Regional HOPE Center Boys & Girls Club which is located at 3875 S. 66th St., Tacoma, WA 98409 or call (253) 502-4650.
Any child wanting to participate in the auditions MUST be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian and will need to bring a resume and headshot. Click the link to see our 30 second promo. RODNEY RACCOON CASTING CALL PROMO
Healthy Family Show this Saturday March 3rd!
HEALTHY FAMILY SHOW AND CUTEST KID CONTEST
MARCH 3, 11-4PM TACOMA MALL, MACY’S COURT
Join us for a free day of learning about what is new in keeping your family healthy. Wellness demonstrations, prizes and a Cutest Child contest for kids 0-9 years old. This one day event is an opportunity for families to check out hot trends, health information and learn about camps, classes and services!
For more information visit: Showcasemedialive.com
Wolf Sanctuary Suffers Major Damage from Storm
Wolf Sanctuary Suffers Major Damage from Storm
Critical Need for Donations
Tenino- The recent heavy snowfall and subsequent freezing temperatures caused major damage at Wolf Haven International, a wolf sanctuary located in Tenino, WA, just south of Olympia.
“It’s like a war zone out there,” said Diane Gallegos, executive director of the 30-year old sanctuary. The ice made tree limbs break throughout the 82 acre property, sending wolves scurrying as they dodged falling branches. Nearly every one of the 27 wolf enclosures suffered major fencing damage. “We’re going to need funds immediately to help repair fences and get critical tree work done.”
Animal care staff worked tirelessly around the clock throughout the storm. In addition to normal rounds (which includes feeding, giving fresh water, and dispensing meds as needed), they removed snow from deck pens, cleared fallen debris from enclosures and constantly checked to make sure each of the 50 animals living there was alive and unharmed. Miraculously, no wolves or people were hurt during the storm.
As a result, Wolf Haven International remains closed until further notice. The sanctuary asks for donations to assist them repair and restore the grounds, particularly on and surrounding the wolves’ living quarters.
Donations can be made by:
credit card on the website http://store.wolfhaven.org//donate.asp
calling 800.448.WOLF [9653]
snail mail to:
Wolf Haven International
3111 Offut Lake Rd SE
Tenino, WA 98589
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The mission of Wolf Haven International, a 501 (c) (3) is to conserve and protect wolves and their habitat. Over 160 wolves have been rescued and provided a lifetime home since it was founded in 1982. Wolf Haven Intl. gives sanctuary to displaced, captive-born wolves, promotes wolf restoration in historic ranges and educates the public about the value of all wildlife.
PCLS Storytimes
Come play and learn at free Pierce County Library System story times. Babies and young children will prepare for future reading success as they experience fun books, songs, art and games.
Events welcome children from babies to six years old: Baby Play and Learn (ages 0 – 24 months), Toddler Time (ages 2 – 3), Preschool Play and Learn (ages 3 – 6) and Family/Bilingual Story Time (for families with preschool age children).
Registration may be required. Contact library location for details.
Bonney Lake Pierce County Library, 18501 90th St. E.
Babies, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Babies, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Toddlers, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Toddlers, Fridays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Preschoolers, Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Buckley Pierce County Library, 123 S. River Ave.
Families, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
DuPont Pierce County Library, 1540 Wilmington Drive
Babies, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 12 – Feb. 23
Toddlers, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Preschoolers, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Eatonville Pierce County Library, 205 Center St. W.
Families, Fridays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Fife Pierce County Library, 6622 20th St. E.
Babies, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Preschoolers, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Gig Harbor Pierce County Library, 4424 Point Fosdick Drive N.W.
Babies, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Toddlers, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Preschoolers, Wednesdays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Families, Mondays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 9, Jan. 23 – Feb. 13
Graham Pierce County Library, 9202 224th St. E.
Babies, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Preschoolers, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Key Center Pierce County Library, 8905 KPN
Babies, Tuesdays, 10:15 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Preschoolers, Tuesdays, 11 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Families, Wednesdays, 11 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Lakewood Pierce County Library, 6300 Wildaire Road S.W.
Teen Parent Baby Time, Mondays, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 9, Jan. 23 – Feb. 13
Babies, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Toddlers, Mondays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 9, Jan. 23 – Feb. 13
Preschoolers, Tuesdays, 3 p.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Bilingual Time, Wednesdays, 4 p.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Milton/Edgewood Pierce County Library, Surprise Lake Square, 900 Meridian E., Suite 29
Babies, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 12 – Feb. 23
Families, Tuesdays, 1 p.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Orting Pierce County Library, 202 Washington Ave. S.
Babies, Mondays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 9, Jan. 23 – Feb. 13
Families, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Parkland/Spanaway Pierce County Library, 13718 Pacific Ave. S.
Babies, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 12 – Feb. 23
Toddlers, Thursdays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 12 – Feb. 23
Preschoolers, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Bilingual Story Time, Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
South Hill Pierce County Library, 15420 Meridian E.
Babies, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Toddlers, Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Preschoolers, Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Preschoolers, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Families, Tuesdays, 7 p.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Steilacoom Pierce County Library, 2950 Steilacoom Blvd.
Families, Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 10 – Feb. 21
Summit Pierce County Library, 5107 112th St. E.
Babies, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Preschoolers, Fridays, 11:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Bilingual Story Time, Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Sumner Pierce County Library, 1116 Fryar Ave.
Babies, Wednesdays, 10 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Preschoolers, Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 13 – Feb. 24
Bilingual Story Time, Mondays, 6:30 p.m., Jan. 9, Jan. 23 – Feb. 13
Families, Wednesdays, 11 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Tillicum Pierce County Library, 14916 Washington Ave. S.W.
Families, Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
University Place Pierce County Library, 3609 Market Place W., Suite 100
Babies, Thursdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 12 – Feb. 23
Preschoolers, Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Jan. 11 – Feb. 22
Families, Mondays, 6 p.m., Jan. 9, Jan. 23 – Feb. 13