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Tai Chi for Health2022-05-02T18:00:00Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese exercise that has been a daily prescription for health and longevity for hundreds of years. Taught by experienced instructor Robert Shapiro, this class focuses on balance, posture, relaxation, breathing, visual, and mental concentration. These very graceful and fluid movements promote mind and body harmony. This class is open to new as well as experienced students. Wear loose fitting clothing.
Hillcrest Park1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 |
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Adult Tap Dance
Adult Tap Dance2022-05-05T00:00:00Did you tap dance as a child or have you always wanted to learn how? Join Ms. Mo to learn the steps and techniques for tap dance. This is a great way to stay active and have fun! No previous tap experience required. Dancers should wear comfortable clothing and tap shoes.
Hillcrest Park1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 Salish Sea Adventurers and Explorers: Pinnipeds (seals & sea lions) of the Salish Sea
Salish Sea Adventurers and Explorers: Pinnipeds (seals & sea lions) of the Salish Sea2022-05-05T00:00:00Join us for one (or all three!) months this spring as we create fun and educational lessons all about the amazing life that depends on a healthy Salish Sea! Bringing kids outside to learn about their environment is one of the most effective ways to teach science an gain an overall appreciaton of the nature that surrounds us day to day. Discove the wonder along local shorelines and trails. We will introduce young explores to a new Salish sea inspired topic each month through fun marine science lessons, games and crafts.
Lions Park501 Freeway Drive Mount VernonWA98273 Salish Sea Superheroes: Pinnipeds (seals & sea lions) of the Salish Sea
Salish Sea Superheroes: Pinnipeds (seals & sea lions) of the Salish Sea2022-05-05T00:00:00Tailored to growing, curious minds, come unearth the treasures along our local shorelines and trails. We will dive into Salish Sea inspired topics and discuss ways that Shoreline Superheroes can protect this beautifully unique place we call home. Each month includes fun marine science lessons, group games, and crafts.
Lions Park501 Freeway Drive Mount VernonWA98273 Parent and Me Creative Dance
Parent and Me Creative Dance2022-05-05T09:30:00Bring your little one and your imagination to explore the wonderful world of creative dance with Ms. Mo! This is a fantastic way to socialize with other families, help your child improve gross motor functioning, and just have fun! No previous dance experience needed; everyone welcome.
Hillcrest Park Recreation Building 1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 Preschool Ballet and Tap Combo Class
Preschool Ballet and Tap Combo Class2022-05-05T10:10:00Designed for all levels of dancer, this ballet and tap combo class is sure to be a hit! This is a great introduction to both dance styles while helping your child to improve their motor skills, increase cognitive development, and expand their socialization skills. They will learn introductory steps both ballet and tap to help spark their interest in dance as well as develop self-confidence. Beginners are welcome – no previous dance experience necessary. Face masks are required for everyone age 5 and over and are encouraged for those aged 2-4. NOTE: One parent/guardian is welcome in the classroom for drop off at the start of class and to observe the last 10 minutes of class.
Hillcrest Park Recreation Building 1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 |
06 Family Fun Night: Music & Mother's Day Celebration
Family Fun Night: Music & Mother's Day Celebration2022-05-06T17:00:00Join the Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department and Police Department every month for some amazing activities, games, and music at Edgewater Park. We have an exciting lineup of activities for you to enjoy with your family!
Edgewater Park600 Behrens Millet Road Mount VernonWA98274 Tai Chi/Qigong Foundations for Every Body
Tai Chi/Qigong Foundations for Every Body2022-05-06T10:00:00Participants learn a simplified series of movements based on Tai Chi principals. This class is taught by experienced instructor, Robert Shapiro, and is an excellent introducton for those who are interested in Tai chi or Qigong and prefer a morning class. It is also a great option for practitioners who wish to deepen their understanding of Qigong. Wear loose fitting clothing.
Hillcrest Park1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 Family Fun Night: Music & Mother's Day Celebration
Family Fun Night: Music & Mother's Day Celebration2022-05-06T17:00:00Join the Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department and Police Department every month for some amazing activities, games, and music at Edgewater Park. We have an exciting lineup of activities for you to enjoy with your family!
Edgewater Park600 Behrens Millet Road Mount VernonWA98274 |
07 Puppy Bootcamp - Medium to Large Breed
Puppy Bootcamp - Medium to Large Breed2022-05-07T11:00:00Medium to Large breed puppies 12 weeks to 8 months will learn doggie social skills, good manners and basic commands including: sit, down, stay, leave it, give it, heeling and walking, wait at door, come when called and much more. Hand signals and verbal commands will be taught. Owners will learn how to handle jumping, nipping, and biting. Learn the best potty training techniques as well as the most effective and humane ways to stop bad habits from setting in. Puppies will have fun doing confidence building exercises like tunnel runs and "walking the plank". Clicker training will be demonstrated but use is optional.
Hillcrest Park1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 |
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11 City Council Meeting
City Council Meeting2022-05-11T19:00:00The public may also view these meetings live on the City's YouTube channel - a live link to each meeting is included on each meeting agenda.
The Mayor and City Council also invite you to send any public comments directly to City Council by emailing them to: council@mountvernonwa.gov. These comments will be read, live, at each Council meeting during the Community Comments agenda item.
Police/Court Campus1805 Continental PlaceMount VernonWA98273 |
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13 Little Mountain Improvements Celebration
Little Mountain Improvements Celebration2022-05-13T17:30:00Join us on Friday May 13th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at Little Mountain Park lower parking lot to celebrate the many significant improvements that were completed at Little Mountain Park in 2020 and 2021. Join in a short celebration ceremony, enjoy some snacks, take a hike, and check out the new facilities!
Little Mountain Park3000 Little Mountain Road Mount VernonWA98274 |
14 Restore and Explore: Weaving and Wandering
Restore and Explore: Weaving and Wandering2022-05-14T12:30:00The Restore and Explore - Weaving and Wandering is a 4 hour family program in which participants complete supervised restoration projects that are connected to all age activities, games and crafts. Participants will learn how to identify and eradicate the invasive species, English Ivy. After learning how to properly pull and dispose of ivy, participants will make ivy rings for some active family games like Ivy Ring Toss. Learn how to work together as a family to weave an ivy basket.
Hillcrest Park1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 |
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20 25th Street Playground Dedication
25th Street Playground Dedication2022-05-20T17:30:00The 25th Street Park received a much needed "facelift" this past fall with the installation of a new playground, made possible by a generous donation from the Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club. It is time to celebrate this great addition to the community!
Join us at the park for a short dedication ceremony on Friday May 20th at 5:30pm, followed by some fun games and snacks!
25th Street Park827 S. 25th StreetMount VernonWA98273 |
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Doggie Tune Up Workshop2022-05-22T11:00:00 Has your doggie school graduate become a little complacent and sloppy on their once sharp obedience commands? It may be time for a Tune Up! Puppies and older dogs, who have completed at least one obedience course, can benefit from this refresher class. This one time, 90 minute, workshop was designed to add "distance, duration and distractions" to previous learned basic skills. We will practice Recall, Stay and Walking skills and do some trouble shooting on problem behaviors. Dogs and thier human companions, will enjoy returning to the classroom and working together again! Friendly, socialized dogs, of any size or age, are welcome to join this workshop.
Hillcrest Park1717 South 13th StreetMount VernonWA98274 |
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25 City Council Meeting
City Council Meeting2022-05-25T19:00:00The public may also view these meetings live on the City's YouTube channel - a live link to each meeting is included on each meeting agenda.
The Mayor and City Council also invite you to send any public comments directly to City Council by emailing them to: council@mountvernonwa.gov. These comments will be read, live, at each Council meeting during the Community Comments agenda item.
Police/Court Campus1805 Continental PlaceMount Vernon Puppy Bootcamp - Medium to Large Breed
Puppy Bootcamp - Medium to Large Breed2022-05-25T18:00:00Medium to Large breed puppies 12 weeks to 8 months will learn doggie social skills, good manners and basic commands including: sit, down, stay, leave it, give it, heeling and walking, wait at door, come when called and much more. Hand signals and verbal commands will be taught. Owners will learn how to handle jumping, nipping, and biting. Learn the best potty training techniques as well as the most effective and humane ways to stop bad habits from setting in. Puppies will have fun doing confidence building exercises like tunnel runs and "walking the plank". Clicker training will be demonstrated but use is optional.
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