12/05/2018
Kid Connect does not want you to miss anything going on so here is the calendar of events through the 10th of December:
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 4
Christmas Card Making
5:30pm-7:30pm at Eastmont Parks and Rec Meeting Room, 255 N Georgia Ave in East Wenatchee
For ages 6-18 years! Come join us in making Christmas cards for your friends and family. There will be 3 cards to make with step-by-step instructions and examples, plus all the supplies are included! Cost is $5, register online at eastmontparks.com or stop in and register in person.
Winter Paint and Sip with Karen Hartman
6:30pm-8:30pm at Inspirations Ceramic & Art Café, 400 9th St. in Wenatchee
Join Karen Hartman for an evening doing "Mneme Therapy" style painting; a wet on wet, free flowing process that is wonderfully easy to do and very forgiving. It is the perfect antidote to the belief, “I can’t draw or paint.” This isn’t art that is exacting or precise. It’s very impressionistic… think Monet, Manet, Van Gogh, Matisse, etc. In these pre-holiday parties, she is offering a variety of options of paintings to choose from to recreate in your own style! These make great gifts for the holidays! What could be more meaningful than something original and made by you, with love? One can easily do two miniatures per party. The options are 4’’ and 6’’, 5”x7”, 8’’ and 12”x12” canvas or canvas boards. Four inch miniatures can stand alone or be hung in a series from a bow made of ribbon or burlap (either vertically or horizontally.) The cost is $35 which includes everything for painting. Wine or other beverages can be purchased from Inspirations Café. Call Inspirations Art Studio to reserve your spot!
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 5
An Evening with Author Ruta Sepetys
6:00pm-7:30pm at Wenatchee High School, 101 Millerdale Ave
Meet bestselling young adult author Ruta Sepetys during her three-day visit to North Central Washington. Pick up a copy of her book Between Shades of Gray from any NCRL library branch beforehand. Then come hear her speak at this free event and get a book signed.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 6
Christmas Tree Lighting
Wing ‘N Wishes
6:00pm-8:00pm at East Wenatchee City Hall
Come join the fun! Live Reindeer, Tree lighting, Christmas carols, cookies & Cocoa, Make s’mores, see Santa arrive on a fire truck! Bring your camera for Free pictures with Santa! For more information, contact the East Wenatchee Events office at 886-6108 or [email protected]
The Good Game: On the Moral Value of Sports
6:00pm-7:00pm at Cashmere Library, 300 Woodring in Cashmere
Sports are far more than a game—they have a tremendous impact on our culture, and lay claim to playing an important role in developing moral values like courage, teamwork, and sacrifice. Join philosopher Mike VanQuickenborne for a deeper exploration of our obsession with sports. What makes something a sport? Is competition more helpful or harmful? What makes sports admirable? Is being a fan really a good thing? Should video games be considered a legitimate sport? What are the implications if genetic engineering enables us to create genetically enhanced athletes? Explore the philosophical implications of sports, what they say about our culture, and the ways in which they can reveal our full humanity.
Castlebridge Dancers Intro Class
7:00pm-8:00pm at Dance Creations, 701 Poplar Ave in Wenatchee
Hosted by Two Rivers Medieval Faire
Learn traditional (and some not) Renaissance & Medieval dances!
Here's what you need:
1. No dance experience necessary
2. Can count to 8
3. Know right foot from left foot
4. Be willing to have fun
There will be an intro to the Castlebridge Dancers on Thursday evening from 7 - 8 pm at Dance Creations Studios, 701 Poplar Ave, Wenatchee. Instructor Debra Johanson will be teaching a fun and simple dance, "Toss the W***h." There will also be a discussion about the mission and goals of the Castlebridge Dancers. While one goal is future performance opportunities, no one will be required to perform. The focus will be on fun and learning.
Wear comfy clothes & shoes. Bring a friend or two!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7
First Friday at the Wells House!
4:00pm-8:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Museum, 127 S Mission St.
Come check out the holiday decorations at the Wells House and see the recent renovations and new displays. Tours of the first and second floors will be available and light refreshments will be served.
Annual Holiday Art Show
4:00pm-8:00pm at Gibbs Graphics, 11801 US Highway in Leavenworth
Once again Gibbs Graphics is hosting the Holiday Art Show where artists will be offering their work for sale just in time for Christmas! Avoid the crowds, join your friends and enjoy a festive evening together at Gibbs Graphics on Hwy 2 in Leavenworth. 10% of sales will be donated to Icicle Creek Center for the Arts.
Holiday Parent’s Night Out
6:00pm-10:00pm at SPORT Gymnastics in Wenatchee
For ages 4-10. $25 for the first child, $20 for each additional sibling. Fun night of gymnastics, games, crafts and pizza! These fill up fast, so register early! Payment is due at the time of registration. Register online at sportgymnastics.com or call 667-1538.
Wenatchee School District Winter Mariachi Festival
7:00pm-10:00pm at Wenatchee High School Auditorium, 1101 Millerdale Rd.
Please bring your friends and family out to enjoy over 350 Mariachi students district-wide at this FREE Concert!
The Nutcracker
7:00pm at Performing Arts Center in Wenatchee
The Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra will once again join with the Fabulous Feet Dance Studio to present Tchaikovsky’s beloved classic, The Nutcracker. The production will offer something for everyone, with live music from our local orchestra, sets, amazing costumes, trained local dancers of all ages, lighting effects, and aerial performers. This incredibly magical performance is a true delight for the whole family. Additional performances on Dec. 8 and 9. Tickets range from $18-$37 and can be purchased at numericapac.org, the box office or by calling 663-ARTS.
Wenatchee WILD Home Game
7:05pm-10:05pm at Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee
Enjoy a home Hockey Game as the WILD takes on the Penticton Vees
Tonight is Pink in the Rink Night and Jersey Auction! LED Foam Baton Giveaway! Buy tickets at tickets.wenatcheewildhockey.com or you can visit the box office or call 888-7274. Tickets range from $10-$25.
2018 Christmas in the Mountains Concert
7:30pm-9:30pm at Leavenworth Church of the Nazarene
Join us for our annual "Christmas in the Mountains" concert, which will be certain to put you into the Christmas spirit! Donning red and black Bavarian attire, the choir and our guest artists will perform a variety of traditional and new Christmas music with exciting new arrangements. As part of a Leavenworth Village Voices tradition, you will be invited to join in singing the "Hallelujah Chorus" from Handel's "Messiah" to close the show.
Single Ticket: $20
Family of Four (2 adults & 2 children*): $50
*No children under 5 yrs-old
Purchase tickets at the door by cash or check, or in advance by credit card by contacting the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce at 509-548-5807. No refunds.
SATURDAY, DECMEBER 8
Santa’s Pancake Breakfast
9:00am-11:00pm at Wenatchee Golf & Country Club, 1600 Country Club Dr. in East Wenatchee.
Santa is coming to town! Santa 10 am – Noon. Breakfast served from 9 am - 11 am. Adults $30, Ages 4-12 $10, 3 & Under are Free.
Call for Reservations 509-884-7106
7th Annual Santa Photo Fundraiser
10:00am-4:30pm at 102A Maple St. in Cashmere
Hosted by the Brave Warrior Project, this fundraiser is all by donation and all the proceeds will be benefiting two different warriors, Eleanor Foli and Mac VanLith, as well as the Brave Warrior Project and Mia Ledbetter Memorial Foundation. There will be a basket raffle, pictures with Santa and he annual toy drive. Find The Brave Warrior Project on Facebook or at www.thebravewarriorproject.com for more information.
Drop & Shop (parents): Children’s Christmas Party!
10:00am-1:00pm at Breath of Life Church, 65 23rd St NE in East Wenatchee
This event is for the whole family. Parents: Drop your kiddos here & get Christmas shopping done!
Kids: All children ages 3 thru 11 years old are welcome to this morning of Christmas fun, crafts, cookie decorating, games, songs & Christmas story! LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED! And it's all FREE!
Coyote’s Corner Free Art Class
11:00am-2:00pm at Wenatchee Valley Museum, 127 S Mission St.
William Wegman, an American artist best known for creating a series of compositions involving primarily his own Weimaraner dogs in various costumes and poses. Create Weimaraner art inspired by William Wegman. Children (4 to 11) and their guardians are encouraged to attend our monthly art lessons with Artist in Residence, Rick Adams. These free classes will be held from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM in Coyote's Corner. Classes are sponsored by the Washington Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts.
Christmas Lighting Festival
Come and enjoy the ceremonial lighting of our downtown area and experience the magic of Christmas! There are food and drink booths, live music, Santa and Mrs. Claus with their winter friends, and of course millions of gorgeous lights for your viewing pleasure! Festivities kick into full gear at 12:00pm with the arrival of Santa and costumed holiday characters in a march from Festhalle to the Gazebo. Then enjoy all there is to do and the lighting ceremony begins around 4:30pm when a bit of pomp and circumstance brings about the lighting of the village with over half a million lights. It will be an experience you won’t forget! Visit Leavenworth.org for more details!
Ride the Miniature Train
12:00pm-4:00pm at Riverfront Railway Park, 155 North Worthen St. in Wenatchee
Come ride the miniature train for just $2/person! Ages 0-100+ Fun for the whole family!
Free Photos with Santa
1:00pm-3:00pm at Pybus Market in Wenatchee
Bring your own camera and take Free photos every Saturday and Sunday until Christmas!
A Holiday Ice Show
4:30pm at I Fiber Rink at the Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee
Wenatchee youth figure skaters presents DECK THE HALLS 2018-A Holiday Ice show! Suggested donation is $10 for ages 13 and up, $5 for children 3-12 and free for children 2 and under. Come support the Wenatchee Youth Figure Skaters! This show also takes place on December 9th!
Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and Auction
6:00pm-9:00pm at Wenatchee Convention Center
$35 each person or $260 for table of 8. Each guest receives one hosted beer/wine ticket and all guests will receive a sponsored $15 gift card to a local business/retailer! This is a Live and Silent Auction of the Building North Central Washington, a non-profit trade association. For more information, visit buildingncw.org
The Nutcracker
7:00pm at Performing Arts Center in Wenatchee
The Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra will once again join with the Fabulous Feet Dance Studio to present Tchaikovsky’s beloved classic, The Nutcracker. The production will offer something for everyone, with live music from our local orchestra, sets, amazing costumes, trained local dancers of all ages, lighting effects, and aerial performers. This incredibly magical performance is a true delight for the whole family. Additional performances on Dec. 7 and 9. Tickets range from $18-$37 and can be purchased at numericapac.org, the box office or by calling 663-ARTS.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9
Learn to Bake Bread: Italian Country Loaf
11:00am-3:00pm at Anjou Bakery
Join us for an easy, hands-on introduction to artisan bread baking at home using a Dutch oven. The Italian Country Loaf is a crusty white bread made with a traditional Italian b**a pre-ferment that gives it a delicious earthy flavor and chewy texture. We will take you through the recipe step-by-step and teach you how to mix, shape, proof, and bake your own loaf. All ingredients will be provided along with a round proofing basket, and linen proofing cloth you can take your shaped dough home in to bake. All you need is a 5-7 quart cast iron or enamel Dutch oven at the ready and an appreciation for the smell of freshly baked bread in your kitchen! Class size is limited to 6 students and the fee includes the recipe, all ingredients, instruction, round proofing basket, linen proofing cloth & house made refreshments – of course!
Christmas Lighting Festival
Come and enjoy the ceremonial lighting of our downtown area and experience the magic of Christmas! There are food and drink booths, live music, Santa and Mrs. Claus with their winter friends, and of course millions of gorgeous lights for your viewing pleasure! Festivities kick into full gear at 12:00pm with the arrival of Santa and costumed holiday characters in a march from Festhalle to the Gazebo. Then enjoy all there is to do and the lighting ceremony begins around 4:30pm when a bit of pomp and circumstance brings about the lighting of the village with over half a million lights. It will be an experience you won’t forget! Visit Leavenworth.org for more details!
Free Photos with Santa
1:00pm-3:00pm at Pybus Market in Wenatchee
Bring your own camera and take Free photos every Saturday and Sunday until Christmas!
2018 Christmas in the Mountains Concert
1:00pm-3:00pm at Leavenworth Church of the Nazarene
Join us for our annual "Christmas in the Mountains" concert, which will be certain to put you into the Christmas spirit! Donning red and black Bavarian attire, the choir and our guest artists will perform a variety of traditional and new Christmas music with exciting new arrangements. As part of a Leavenworth Village Voices tradition, you will be invited to join in singing the "Hallelujah Chorus" from
Gingerbread House Factory
Session #1 at 1:00pm-2:00pm
Session #2 at 2:30pm-3:30pm
At Pybus Market in Wenatchee
Kids and families can come and build your own gingerbread house! This event is open to the public at no charge and is secular in nature, but donations are gladly accepted to help cover the cost for our future mission programs of Pacific Crest Church. THIS YEAR GINGERBREAD HOUSE IS A “FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED” EVENT. We have supplies for 200 gingerbread houses and they are available until all supplies are gone. Two time slots are available. This event is sponsored by Pacific Crest Church. For additional information, contact Johnathan at 509-670-8502. This event is designed for kids under the age of 18. Santa photos are also available at no cost also from 1:00pm to 3:00pm in the main Pybus Market concourse.
Handel's "Messiah" to close the show.
Single Ticket: $20
Family of Four (2 adults & 2 children*): $50
*No children under 5 yrs-old
Purchase tickets at the door by cash or check, or in advance by credit card by contacting the Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce at 509-548-5807. No refunds.
A Holiday Ice Show
2:00pm OAND 4:30pm at I Fiber Rink at the Town Toyota Center in Wenatchee
Wenatchee youth figure skaters presents DECK THE HALLS 2018-A Holiday Ice show! Suggested donation is $10 for ages 13 and up, $5 for children 3-12 and free for children 2 and under. Come support the Wenatchee Youth Figure Skaters!
The Nutcracker
2:00pm at Performing Arts Center in Wenatchee
The Wenatchee Valley Symphony Orchestra will once again join with the Fabulous Feet Dance Studio to present Tchaikovsky’s beloved classic, The Nutcracker. The production will offer something for everyone, with live music from our local orchestra, sets, amazing costumes, trained local dancers of all ages, lighting effects, and aerial performers. This incredibly magical performance is a true delight for the whole family. Additional performances on Dec. 7 and 8. Tickets range from $18-$37 and can be purchased at numericapac.org, the box office or by calling 663-ARTS.
Handel’s Messiah Singalong
Collaborative Music Experience
6:30pm-9:00pm at Eastmont Baptist Church, 400 S Kentucky Ave in East Wenatchee
Serve Wenatchee Valley is excited to present the gift of a collaborative musical experience. We are gathering for one night to enjoy and participate in one of the most iconic musical pieces of all time. A collaboration between members of several musical communities in our valley. If you like to sing, you can be a part of the music! If you would like to come and listen, this event promises to be a memorable experience for the whole family. All of the proceeds will be used to continue to serve people in need in the Wenatchee Valley.
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