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Paint and Sip Events
Join us for not one, but two exciting Paint & Sip Nights! The first one, Paint & Sip Hot Chocolate, will take place at L&L Bakery in Blaine on Wednesday, December 27 from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Get ready to indulge in hot chocolate bombs while you learn to paint a masterpiece! The treat counter will be open if you would like to purchase an added treat during the class.
The second Paint & Sip event will be held at the Birch Bay Activity Center on Friday, December 29 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. We'll have a selection of hot chocolate, wine, and beer to choose from, so there's something for everyone. Come relax and unwind with friends while you let your creative side shine!
Don't miss out on these fun, festive nights of painting and sipping. Gather your friends and register now before spots fill up!
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
L&L Bakery, Blaine
16y +, $30
Friday, December 29, 2023
5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Birch Bay Activity Center
16y +, $30
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CPR Class
The Blaine Birch Bay Park and Rec is pleased to offer a CPR training session on Monday, December 18 from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Birch Bay Activity Center.
The session will be led by Craig Johnson, a certified instructor and retired firefighter with extensive experience in CPR and AED use. Participants will learn adult and child CPR, infant CPR, and how to relieve choking in adults, children, and infants. Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a course completion card in CPR and AED use that meets job, regulatory, or other requirements.
Don't miss this opportunity to learn valuable lifesaving skills!
Monday, December 18, 2023
2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Birch Bay Activity Center
$45
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Coaches Available during Beginner Pickleball Monday Drop - in Times!
If you're looking to improve your pickleball skills, head to the Birch Bay Activity Center on the first and third Mondays of the month from 12 to 2 p.m. during Beginner Pickleball drop-in times. Coaches Jane Schrag and Jeri Delatorre will take turns leading coached gameplay sessions, focusing on improving your shots and footwork, as well as communication and teamwork. The main emphasis will be on gameplay, so come ready to play and learn from a seasoned coach. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your pickleball game to the next level!
These sessions come at no additional cost to you. Drop-in pickleball is $3, or less with a punchcard. No pre-registration necessary.
Thank you, Jane and Jeri!
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Introducing: Functional Mobility Session
We have a brand new fitness session every Mondays and Wednesdays! This class, taught by our new coach Kyle Long, focuses on Functional Mobility. It will help you work on your range of motion and flexibility. You will work on soft tissue with foam rollers but also do mobility exercises, to MOVE BETTER. This class is the perfect addition to your fitness routine, regardless of age and ability.
Kyle has experience working with all levels, from beginners to ultra marathoners or professional athletes and we are incredibly lucky to be able to bring his level of expertise right here in Birch Bay!
Join Kyle every Monday and Wednesday at 7 a.m. at the Birch Bay Activity Center. Register today for all 4 weeks for just $30.
Mondays and Wednesdays, from November 27 to December 20, 2023
7 a.m., Birch Bay Activity Center,
$30, pre-registration necessary.
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Early Bird Bootcamp - Holidays 2023
Don't want to stop moving during the Holidays? Don't miss a beat! Angela's Early Bird Bootcamp will keep going during the Holidays with 5 weeks of early morning intense workouts set to the beat of the best heart-pumping music. This is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and get in the best shape of your life. Don't wait, sign up today!
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from December 5, 2023 to January 4, 2024
6 a.m., Birch Bay Activity Center
$35 for all five weeks (no class on Dec. 26) . Registration necessary.
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Registration is open for January Bootcamps and Sessions
1, 2, 3, 4, 5... FIVE bootcamps or sessions are coming your way in January! They all start the week of January 8 and last 6 weeks, to get 2024 started on the right foot. Register today and commit your future self!
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Early Bird "Greatest HIITS" with Angela every Tuesday and Thursday at 6 a.m. in Birch Bay: Get ready to jump start your fitness journey with our new early bird fitness bootcamp! Starting at 6 a.m., for 6 weeks, our expert instructor Angela will guide you through intense workouts set to the beat of the best heart-pumping music. This is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and get in the best shape of your life. | |
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Cardio Fusion Session with Kate every Monday and Wednesday at 7 a.m. in Blaine: New in Blaine! This class combines hot bursts of cardio with weights targeting arms, legs, and everything in between. A great workout to start your day with a fantastic instructor! This is one you do NOT want to miss! | |
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Full Body Thrive with Mika every Friday at 9 a.m. in Blaine: Strengthen and challenge your entire body with a creative combination of Pilates, HIIT, and bodyweight exercises! Get ready to push yourself to the next level. We will use bands, blocks, balls, - and most importantly - your own body weight - for a well-rounded approach to full body fitness, strength, and coordination! | |
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Blaine Evening Bootcamp with Jenn every Monday and Wednesday at 7 p.m. in Blaine: Our most popular bootcamp: whether you're a beginner or an experienced fitness enthusiast, our bootcamp is designed to challenge and inspire you. During this intensive program, you will engage in a variety of exercises and training techniques that will improve your strength, endurance, and overall fitness level in a supportive and motivating environment. | |
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Strength Fundamentals with Kyle every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11 a.m. in Blaine: This class will help introduce you to proper technique and implication of all the major strength movements. Each session will have an educational portion where you’ll learn or refine movement patterns, breathing techniques and more. Afterwards, you’ll end with a workout incorporating the things you’ve learned, so you can immediately get to work and get strong! All ages and abilities welcome. | |
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Line Dancing with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
Ho Ho Ho! The most wonderful time of the year is almost here, and Santa and Mrs. Claus are ready to spread some holiday cheer! Brace yourself for a night of fun and laughter as you join them for a holiday-themed line dancing class at the Blaine Pavilion on Thursday December 21 at 6:30 p.m. All ages are welcome, so bring your family and friends along to jingle and mingle with the jolliest couple in town! Don't forget to dress up in your most festive costumes and accessories (not required but encouraged). Let's dance and make some unforgettable memories this holiday season!
Thursday, December 21, 2023
Blaine Pavilion, 635 8th street
$3 drop in, no pre-registration required.
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Write to Santa!
Santa will be leaving his magic mailbox at the Birch Bay Activity Center on December 4! Drop off a letter before December 22, and you might just receive a note back straight from the North Pole!
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Family Movie Night: Santa Special
Join us for a magical evening at our Santa Special Family Movie Night in December. Santa will be making a special visit at 6:30 p.m. and will be available for photos. The classic movie, The Santa Clause with Tim Allen, will start at 7 p.m. and we will be providing free hot chocolate, cookies, and popcorn. This is a great opportunity to spend time with family and friends during the holiday season. We hope to see you there!
Friday, December 15, 2023
Santa arrives at 6:30 p.m., Movie starts at 7 p.m.
Birch Bay Activity Center
Free, no pre-registration necessary.
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After School Enrichment Program
Our enrichment program is in full swing! In December the kids are making ornaments on Mondays and Fridays, and snowmen on Wednesdays. We have a handful of spots left!
Enrollment is open for after school in January. Origami on Mondays, Harry Potter theme on Wednesdays and Peculiar Science on Fridays. Sign up now before spots run out!
Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays. Kids meet at Primary Playground at 12:50 p.m. Parent/Caregiver picks up at 4:30 p.m. from Blaine Primary School covered area.
$5/child/day. Scholarships are available. To inquire about a scholarship, please email [email protected]
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Early Release Field Trips
We offer field trips on Blaine schools early release days:
In December, we have two great field trips to local businesses on December 15:
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Our 4th to 8th graders will go to the Birch Bay Bike Shop to learn all about bike skills and how to maintain their bike.
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Our K - 6th students will have to chance to go to the C Shop to learn how the candy is made! (this field trip is full, but the waitlist is open.)
Thank you to the Birch Bay Bike Shop and the C Shop for opening their doors to us!
Both groups will leave from the Primary playground at 12:50 p.m. and return to the Birch Bay Activity Center at 4:30 p.m. to be picked up by their parents or guardians.
Friday, December 15, 2023. $10/child. Space is limited: pre-registration is required.
Scholarships are available. To inquire about a scholarship, please email [email protected]
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Holiday Break Day Camps
No school? Let’s play! Wednesday, December 20, kids 6-12 are invited to wear their best PJs and enjoy a day of festive games and crafts, hot cocoa and a special visit by Santa for our Merry Jolly Day Camp at the Birch Bay Activity Center.
Parents drop off and pick up from the Birch Bay Activity Center (7511 Gemini St., Blaine). Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children should come in comfy clothes (pajamas are encouraged!), with a packed lunch and water.
Snacks and hot chocolate will be provided. We have also added an Extended Time option! For an additional $5, kiddos will be able to hang out with us for a little longer (5 p.m. max).
If you would like to register for the late pick up option, click on the green button below, and select both the "Merry Jolly Day Camp" ($35) and the "Extended Time" at $5. Call/text us if you have any questions.
And on December 27, they will enjoy a day of Harry Potter-themed magical fun at the Blaine Pavilion and get a sneak peak at the fun to come during our after-school activities in January with our Merry Magic Day Camp.
Parents drop off and pick up from the Blaine Pavilion (635 8th St, Blaine). Camp hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Children should come in comfy clothes (pajamas are encouraged!), with a packed lunch and water. Snacks and hot chocolate will be provided.
Wednesday, December 20, 2023.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Birch Bay Activity Center
$35, Registration required. Extended Option until 5 p.m. for $5 more.
Wednesday, December 27, 2023.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Blaine Pavilion
$35, Registration required.
Scholarships are available. For scholarships, please inquire at [email protected]
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Babysitting Class
Designed for teens 12-17 years old, this class will teach the necessary skills and knowledge to become a confident and competent babysitter.
This in-person, 4-hour long, Health & Safety Institute (HSI) Child & Babysitting Safety (CBS) training program is intended primarily for teenagers and others who are planning to provide babysitting services for young children and infants. The program includes instruction on the business of babysitting, proper supervision, basic caregiving skills, and guidelines on how to recognize and handle problems that may occur. This program is not intended to meet any regulatory requirements for childcare providers.
This program has no prerequisites but additional training in CPR, AED, and first aid is highly recommended. (A CPR session is scheduled for Monday, December 18 at the Birch Bay Activity Center for those who wish to get the additional training.)
At the end of the training session, if the student has demonstrated adequate knowledge and skill competency, the Instructor will issue a certification card.
Saturday, December 16, 2023 - 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Birch Bay Activity Center
$15, Registration is required.
Scholarships are available. For scholarships, please inquire at [email protected]
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Teen Strength Training, now for High Schoolers too!
The Teen Strength Training Camp with Coach Kyle Long has been so popular that we are opening a new 6-week session for middle schoolers in January, and adding a high-school age session every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3:30 p.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Middle School (12-15y) This 6-week course is designed to introduce youths to the primary concepts of strength programming, with an emphasis on teaching proper gym etiquette, movement technique and methods of progressing a strength training program over time. We believe strongly that educating participants at a young age on both the benefits and the proper implementation of strength training will encourage a lifetime of healthy movement as well as athletic development for sport. This is a great opportunity for anyone who participated in the fall program to continue building strength and movement as we transition toward spring!
High School (16-18) Open to all abilities and backgrounds, our weekly strength course with Coach Kyle is designed to both build a sound education around strength training as well as provide a well built, progressive workout program for kids to use to develop strength, mobility and overall athleticism! Whether they’re a team sport, individual athlete or just looking to get stronger and build a base for a lifetime of health and wellness, our strength program will have them ready!
Coach Kyle brings 17 years of coaching experience to the course as well as 15 years of experience as both a professional soccer player and ultra-runner. He specializes in building strength training programs for individuals of all ages and abilities.
12-15y: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Birch Bay Activity Center.
$60 for all six weeks, three times a week.
Pre-registration is necessary.
Scholarships are available. For scholarships, please inquire at [email protected]
16-18y: Every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Birch Bay Activity Center.
$60 for all six weeks, three times a week.
Pre-registration is necessary.
Scholarships are available. For scholarships, please inquire at [email protected]
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The Holiday Lights Obstacle Dash is right around the corner!
Lace up your running shoes and get ready to dash through the snow and obstacles at the Blaine - Birch Bay Park and Rec's 11th Annual Holiday Lights Obstacle Dash! This isn't your ordinary fun run - we've got holiday-themed activities, festive music with the Blaine High School Chamber Choir, hot chocolate, coffee, and warm cider from the Friends of Birch Bay Library, cookies offered by Subway Blaine, Chili by The Beach at Birch Bay, and even Santa himself will be there! Don't be a Grinch and miss out on the fun - register now and be one of the lucky 140 runners to receive a medal. Let's jingle all the way to the finish line!
Saturday, December 2, 2023
Lincoln Park, Blaine
Race starts at 2 p.m.
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We are looking for volunteers to help us man obstacles, set up and take down, help with registrations or serving food! Volunteers will get a shirt, food, a great time and all of our gratitude!
Sign up directly on our website or give us a call at 360-656-6416.
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Demo Day and Free Week
Our Group Fitness Demo Day will take place on Saturday, Jan. 6, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Birch Bay Activity Center! This is the perfect opportunity to try out our classes, as you'll have the chance to experience 25 minutes of each class all in one morning of fitness. Not only will you be able to meet our instructors and staff, but you'll also have the chance to attend free classes and earn raffle prizes. Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to jumpstart your fitness journey and try something new. We hope to see you there!
Demo Day will be followed by a week of free drop-in classes and activities held by the Park and Rec, both at the Birch Bay Activity Center and at the Blaine Pavilion! (excludes 6-week sessions and bootcamps)
Demo Day: Saturday, January 6, 2023
8 a.m. to 12 p.m. Birch Bay Activity Center, 7511 Gemini Street.
Free, no pre-registration required.
Free Week: Monday, Jan. 8 through Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024
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Register and save the date for these events coming up this winter:
- Friday, January 12: Teen Board Game Night
- Saturday, January 13: Nerf Party!
- Friday, December 19: Family Movie Night
- Saturday, January 20: Let's Pour! An evening of learning the art of acrylic pouring.
- Saturday, January 27: Soccer Skills Clinic for 10-14y
- Saturday, January 27: Luminary Walk on the Berm
- Saturday, February 10: Adult Prom
- Friday, February 16: Family Movie Night
And more!
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Holiday schedule:
The Birch Bay Activity Center will be closed on Monday, December 25 and Monday, January 1st.
Also, please note: due to the Merry Magic Day Camp taking place on Wednesday, December 20, there will be NO ZUMBA, PICKLEBALL OR OPEN GYM that day. Thank you for helping us bring some magic to the children this Holiday Break!
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Find all these programs and more on our website: www.bbbparkandrec.org
Questions? Call/Text us: 360-656-6416
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