“Seattle is my town. I know this city inside and out… or so I thought until I had kids.” Seattle’s Child is your guide to getting to know your city all over again.
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Your guide to a kid-friendly city
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FAMILY
Find support, connection and resources for your family!
Join a virtual PEPS Group and meet other new parents with babies close in age to yours. Our programs focus on babies’ development and building a community of support. Trained facilitators host weekly discussions designed to help parents cope with the challenges of adjusting to their new roles and find connection.
PEPS offers programs for expectant parents and new parents, and pilot programs for families sharing identities that intersect with their identity as a parent.
Weekday and weeknight options are available, with more than 400 families meeting each month. Flexible Pricing program fees are offered for all groups.
Billings Middle School is a dynamic academic community intentionally designed to stretch, support and inspire early adolescent learners. At Billings, each student develops a rigor of intellect and creativity, powerful ways to communicate and collaborate, confidence and self-knowing, and openness to the possibilities of new information and systems of thought.
Bright Water Waldorf School
1501 10th Ave. E, Seattle WA 98117
(moving July 2021 to 1515 S. Weller St., Seattle) 206-624-6176 admissions@brightwaterwaldorf.org brightwaterwaldorf.org
Bright Water Waldorf School offers a developmentally appropriate, multidisciplinary, experiential and academically rigorous approach to education. Bright Water Waldorf School is dedicated to continually deepening our understanding of each child’s gifts and needs within the evolving tradition of Waldorf education. We prepare our students academically and practically, endowed with an enlivened capacity for original thinking, self-awareness and compassion for others, and the will and skills to work in the world.
Charles Wright Academy
7723 Chambers Creek Road W Tacoma WA 98467 253-620-8373 charleswright.org
Charles Wright Academy is a coeducational independent day school in Tacoma committed to active, joyful learning on a beautiful 107-acre campus. Students in preschool through grade 12 enjoy small classes led by talented and caring faculty who offer academic challenge and support at every stage. Our program nurtures and challenges students to develop the character, creativity and skills to successfully navigate the future with confidence. Extensive bus service includes Olympia, Gig Harbor and South King County.
The Downtown School: A Lakeside School
160 John St., Seattle WA 98109 206-717-2849 admissions@downtownschoolseattle.org downtownschoolseattle.org
Located near Seattle Center, The Downtown School offers a rigorous high school education featuring City as Lab; three-week intensive classes at the beginning and end of each year; internships; select coursework through Global Online Academy; and a school day beginning at 9:00 a.m. and ending at 2:15 p.m. With a tuition half that of many area independent schools, DTS offers a more financially and geographically accessible high school option for families.
Heritage Christian Academy
19527 104th Ave. NE, Bothell WA 98011 425-485-2585, info@hcabothell.org hcabothell.org
HCA teachers and staff work diligently to create fun, meaningful and memorable experiences through the school year. Our focus in all academics begins with a Christ-centered foundation, and remains fluid through the students’ educational experience. Children received targeted instruction for their grade level in science, music, art and technology. Our goal is to instill a holistic approach in the next generation, raising awareness of who Jesus is as Creator and Savior of all.
Morningside Academy’s internationally acclaimed program allows students to catch up, build up, and get ahead. Our research-based curriculum and highly trained teachers lead to students making exceptional gains. All students advance in academics because of skill level grouping where success is guaranteed. Students become fluent and confident and find the fun in learning!
The Northwest School
admissions@northwestschool.org
The Northwest School offers an exciting and in-depth approach to education. Located in the heart of Seattle’s Capitol Hill neighborhood, it is a premier college preparatory school that challenges students with an innovative and vigorous program of studies for grades 6 to 12. The curriculum includes an integrated humanities program, a rich arts and cross-disciplinary program and engagement in science, math, and modern languages. NWS encourages students to develop a global perspective, intellectual and personal independence, compassion and responsibility.
The Robinson Center for Young Scholars (RC) at the University of Washington carries out a mission of teaching, research, and service. The RC is a leader for developing programs that serve highly capable young pre-college and college students and provide them with challenging, accelerated learning opportunities. We also provide enrichment and summer programs. The Robinson Center is a site for research and discovery of best practice in supporting highly capable young students.
Founded in 1977, this family-owned and-managed school is a vibrant multicultural community preparing preschool and kindergarten students with strong academic and social skills, and a love of learning. Certified and experienced teachers academically challenge and nurture students within supportive classroom communities. Sammamish Montessori offers wellequipped, organized, child-centered classrooms and multiple spacious and exciting outdoor play areas. STEAM, summer programs and extended hours are also available. Located in Redmond near Microsoft, Sammamish Montessori is accredited by American Montessori Society and National Council for
Seattle Jewish Community School
7217 Woodlawn Ave. NE Seattle WA 98115 206-522-5212, admissions@sjcs.net sjcs.net
Seattle’s K-5 independent Jewish Day School, located in the heart of Green Lake.
The Valley School
318 30th Ave. E, Seattle WA 98112 206-328-4475 info@thevalleyschool.org thevalleyschool.org
Located in Seattle’s Madison Valley, The Valley School is a PK-5 independent school that creates educational experiences that ignite children’s natural passion for learning. Our students develop an academic foundation and become joyful learners through playful work, purposeful play and the practice of community.
ENRICHMENT
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County Clubs across Greater Seattle 206-436-1800 hello@positiveplace.org positiveplace.org
Our Clubs are safe and inclusive spaces for youth to learn and grow. We are a leading youth development organization with skilled, caring
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professionals who understand where each kid is coming from and help them shape their paths toward a great future.
Creative Dance Center
12577 Densmore Ave. N Seattle WA 98133 206-363-7281 info@creativedance.org creativedance.org
The Creative Dance Center nurtures creativity and learning through joyful, meaningful dance experiences. Using innovative teaching methods to unite body and mind, we provide an environment where people of all ages communicate, collaborate, and create using the art form of dance. We encourage students to express themselves through improvisation, reflection and choreography. Students who experience this approach to learning have the opportunity to become skilled dancers, critical thinkers, respectful responders, successful collaborators and innovative creators.
DigiPen Academy 9931 Willows Road NE Redmond WA 98052 425-629-5007 academy@digipen.edu academy.digipen.edu
DigiPen Academy’s Summer Programs and workshops are committed to presenting quality education in a fun and engaging way
by challenging students in grades 1-12 through hands-on learning. Programs include Art and Animation, Game Design, Video Game Programming, Engineering, and Music and Sound Design. We also offer an extensive four-week Pre-College program for ages 16 to 18.
Gage Academy of Art
1501 10th Ave. E, Seattle WA 98102 206-323-4243 info@gageacademy.org gageacademy.org
An innovative and accessible contemporary art school, Gage Academy of Art is unapologetically independent and fiercely committed to excellence in the fields of painting, drawing, sculpting and printmaking. We believe in personal mentorship and skills-based studio instruction, delivered by brilliant teaching artists with charcoal dust under their nails. Curious newcomer or professional artist, working creative or retired passion-seeker — Gage is open to anyone with the desire to learn.
Red Gate Farm
2326 SE 24th St. Sammamish WA 98075 425-466-3800 redgatefarmtraining@gmail.com redgatefarmdaycamp.com
Red Gate Farm provides an English riding program that is focused on the young rider ages 6 to 18. Our concept is to match the rider with
the right horse or pony and build confidence needed to develop riding skills and to nurture the special relationship between rider and horse.
Robinson Center for Young Scholars
Guggenheim Annex, Box 351630 Seattle WA 98195 206-543-4160, rcys@uw.edu robinsoncenter.uw.edu
The Robinson Center for Young Scholars (RC) at the University of Washington carries out a mission of teaching, research, and service. The RC is a leader for developing programs that serve highly capable young pre-college and college students and provide them with challenging, accelerated learning opportunities. We also provide enrichment and summer programs. The Robinson Center is a site for research and discovery of best practice in supporting highly capable young students.
SANCA Seattle
School of Acrobatics & New Circus Arts 674 South Orcas St., Seattle WA 98108 206-652-4433 office@sancaseattle.org sancaseattle.org
SANCA offers experiences that are physically challenging, socially enriching, and teach physical
literacy to people of all ages. SANCA’s services to the community include recreational classes and day camps to provide youth with a safe, social, constructive environment for physical arts. Our programs broaden community engagement, reach diverse audiences, and encourage participation in the arts. SANCA’s programs for youth reach those with the least access and opportunity to participate in healthy, creative, physical activities.
Sunshine Music Together
Locations in Queen Anne, Green Lake, Capitol Hill, West Seattle 206-281-1111 info@sunshinemusictogether.com sunshinemusictogether.com
Sunshine Music Together is the eight-time Golden Teddy Award Winner for Best Music Program in Seattle! Music Together is a researched and evidence-based, internationally recognized early childhood music development program for children birth to five years and their parents or caregivers. The 45-minute classes include songs, rhythmic rhymes, movement and instrument play — 45 minutes of pure fun with your child each week!
Now also offering Rhythm Kids for children aged 5-8 years!
CHILDCARE
Boys & Girls Clubs of King County
Clubs across Greater Seattle 206-436-1800 hello@positiveplace.org positiveplace.org
Our Clubs are safe and inclusive spaces for youth to learn and grow. We are a leading youth development organization with skilled, caring professionals who understand where every kid is coming from and help them shape their paths toward a great future.
Child Care Resources
1225 S. Weller, Suite 300, Seattle WA 98144 1-877-543-0059 ccr@childcare.org childcare.org
Child Care Resources works with families, childcare providers, community organizations and advocacy groups to improve the quality of early childhood care in our region. We support families in their search for child care, assist families experiencing homelessness with childcare costs, coach and provide resources for childcare professionals, and train and empower low-income and refugee women pursuing careers in early learning.
Kids Co.
2208 NW Market St., Suite 510 Seattle WA 98107 206-691-8743 ecaadmin@kidscompany.org kidscompany.org
Kids Co. is a licensed and quality child care program serving children ages 5-12 in the Seattle area since 1989. Our summer camps offer weekly themes, virtual field trips and learning experiences, reading time, sports, games, fun, and most important, friendship. We accept subsidies and have scholarships available.
LegUp
support@legup.care legup.care
We want to create a world where every family has the support they need to reach their parenting and career goals and achieve a balanced lifestyle. LegUp connects families and child care providers in a seamless way, helping programs grow their business and help families stay in the workforce.
FAMILY FUN
Argosy Cruises
Seattle Waterfront, Pier 55 1101 Alaskan Way Seattle WA 98101 206-623-1445 tickets@ArgosyCruises.com ArgosyCruises.com
At Argosy Cruises, we exist to share fun and adventure. And we believe adventure is for everyone. We provide experiences that create lifelong memories for you, our guests. Through our sightseeing tours and excursions out to Blake Island, you’ll feel the care our team provides both on the water and on land — care to get the details right, care for our community and care for you. Simply put: We care, a boatload.
Cougar Mountain Zoo
19525 SE 54th St., Issaquah WA 98027
425-391-5508
info@cougarmountainzoo.org cougarmountainzoo.org
The Cougar Mountain Zoo is a top-rated, nonprofit organization with an amazing collection of animals and has many opportunities that allow you to learn about them up close and personal. We are dedicated to promoting the cause of the Earth’s vanishing wildlife through the universal power of education.
Crossroads Bellevue
15600 NE 8th St., Bellevue WA 98008
425-644-1111
info@crossroadsbellevuecom crossroadsbellevue.com
Crossroads Bellevue is a oneof-a-kind shopping, dining, and entertainment destination featuring unique shops, 30 international
restaurants, a performance stage, an eight-screen cinema, a farmers’ market, a public library, rock climbing, art classes, and more. Our Public Market offers two dozen locally-owned ethnic eateries. Enjoy fast, affordable food in a family-friendly atmosphere. Crossroads Bellevue is home to Creatively Yours Ceramic Studio, Snip-Its Kids Salon, The Studio Fine Art Classes, WiggleWorks Kids, and many more family favorites.
Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve
6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip WA 98271 360-716-2600 info@hibulbculturalcenter.org hibulbculturalcenter.org
The Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve is a place to learn about the cultural values and history of the Tulalip Tribes. Interactive displays give you a historic perspective of the connectedness of the Tulalip Tribes. Celebrate the traditional, usual and accustomed territories of Tulalip that serve as a constant reminder of the Tribe’s historic connection to the land.
Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce
216 Woodin Ave., Chelan WA 98816 509-682-3503, info@lakechelan.com lakechelan.com
Discover a Washington original! Only in Lake Chelan will you find four seasons of wine, sun, stunning natural beauty and adventure that you can tune to your own tastes. Fifty miles of crystal clear, glacier-fed lake, surrounded by vineyards, mountains and small-town charm, promise an array of activities as unique as the people who come here to play or make Lake Chelan their forever home.
Schack Art Center
2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett WA 98201 425-259-5050, artsinfo@schack.org schack.org
Schack Art Center is an admission-free visual art center in downtown Everett. Our exhibit galleries are open six days a week and we have classes and camps for kids ages 8+.
Seattle Historic Waterfront Association
Alaskan Way, Seattle WA 98104 SeattleWaterfront.org
Seattle’s Waterfront offers adventures (harbor tours, the aquarium, rides on a sailboat, the Great Wheel or Wings Over Washington and many ferries across Puget Sound), dozens of restaurants and retail shops, and hotels. Seals, sea lions, salmon, and even whales visit to entertain walkers, bikers, strollers and diners. Seattle’s new Pier 62, the old concert pier, has opened. Buy something in a waterfront business and get three hours of free parking in the Pike Place Garage.
Tacoma Art Museum
1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma WA 98402 253-272-4258 Info@TacomaArtMuseum.org tacomaartmuseum.org
Tacoma Art Museum serves the diverse communities of the Northwest through its collection, exhibitions, and learning programs, emphasizing art and artists from the Northwest and broader western region.
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Traxx Racing
4329 Chennault Beach Road
Mukilteo WA 98275 425-493-8729, info@traxxracing.com traxxracing.com
The thrill of racing for all ages! Ages 6-10 can race our specially designed kids’ karts in a safe kids race session and ages 11 and up can race our fast adult karts. Online booking is recommended but drop-in racers are welcome. Birthday party packages, a video game arcade, and air hockey tables are also available.
Tutta Bella Neopolitan Pizzeria
Restaurants in five locations amici@tuttabella.com tuttabella.com
Tutta Bella is a Seattle-based Neapolitan restaurant, with a full menu of homemade Italian food and pizzas baked in a traditional wood-fired oven. Our food is served in a family friendly atmosphere at our five Puget Sound-area restaurants. A kids’ menu is available for dinein, takeout and delivery. We also offer a complete line of grab-n-go items and take-n-bake pizzas at QFC and in select Fred Meyer locations.
Washington State History Museum
1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma WA 98402 253-272-3500 receptionist@wshs.wa.gov washingtonhistory.org
The Washington State History Museum is filled with fascinating artifacts, interactive exhibits, and captivating stories! Discover our state’s extraordinary people and unique places and learn about Washington’s impact on the world. Don’t miss the largest model train layout on view in the state! Open Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and 10 a.m.-8 p.m. on Third Thursdays. Find out about educational opportunities for classrooms, small groups, children and adults, our app, and History at Home activities (see “Education” on our website). Exhibits and events detailed at WashingtonHistory.org. See you soon!
Wing Luke Museum
719 S King St., Seattle WA 98104 206-623-5124, smejia@wingluke.org wingluke.org
Located in the heart of the Chinatown-International District, the Wing Luke Museum is the only pan-Asian museum in the nation featuring unique and authentic perspectives on the American story. From community stories around the history of Lunar New Year to national icons like Bruce Lee, the Wing Luke Museum offers an insider look to the history, sights and foods of the neighborhood. Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with us!
PARENT EDUCATION & SUPPORT
Department of Children, Youth and Families
Strengthening Families
110 Jefferson St. SE, Olympia WA 98501 360-480-9640
strengtheningfamilies@dcyf.wa.gov dcyf.wa.gov/services/ child-development-supports/sfwa Strengthening Families Washington
is a program within the Department of Children, Youth & Families whose main focus is helping families become stronger together through a variety of tactics, including: home visiting; community outreach and partnerships; and funding opportunities with local organizations. By providing information to parents, childcare professionals and others working with children, we help support protective strategies in families and build family strength and a family environment that promotes optimal child and youth development.
Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund
c/o The ARC Washington State 2638 State Ave. NE, Olympia WA 98506 1-888-754-8798, ext 1 etfinfo@arcwa.org ddetf.wa.gov
Washington’s Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund (DDETF) is a supplemental special needs trust program. Individuals with developmental disabilities, or their families, can set aside funds for future use without affecting their eligibility for government services and benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. Funds can be used for services not covered by other benefits, including recreation, therapy, clothing and transportation. The DDETF is an easy and effective way to prepare for the future.
This support group for parents of twins and other multiples on the Eastside offers monthly meetings, playgroups and family events, and a special monthly meeting for expecting and first-year parents.
Mom2Mom
Jewish Family Services and Jewish Community Center
New moms are matched with a volunteer peer mentor, and meet one-on-one about four to six times over the first few months after their baby is born. It’s best to sign up in the third trimester of pregnancy. The program is free and open to all.
Nurturing Expressions provides caring, evidence-based healthcare and support for expecting and new parents. We specialize in lactation, chest and breastfeeding, breast pump education and care, and mastectomy and compression garments.
Program for Early Parent Supporters (PEPS)
206-547-8570, peps@peps.org peps.org
For nearly 40 years, Program for Early Parent Support (PEPS) has been providing peer-support programs that assist parents in finding social connection, a shared community and supportive resources when families need it most.
PEPS serves more than 4,000 families annually, using an approach and curricula designed to support expectant parents, parents and caregivers of newborns and toddlers, and more. Flexible pricing program fee options are available on all programs.
Seattle's K-5 Independent Jewish Day School located in the heart of Green Lake! www.sjcs.net
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Apex Chiropractic WA
24016 Bothell Everett Hwy, Suite #200, Bothell WA 98021
425-286-2956
apexchiropraticwa@gmail.com
apexchiropracticwa.com
Offering pregnancy and pediatric care. Chiropractic care is a safe, effective, gentle way to facilitate a healthy pregnancy and labor. Certified in the Webster’s technique, specialists make chiropractic adjustments to ensure proper healing, recovery and growth.
Baby Diaper Service
6559 5th Pl. S., Seattle WA 98108
206-634-2229
info@BabyDiaperService.net
BabyDiaperService.net
Serving Puget Sound families since 1946, Baby Diaper Service delivers freshly laundered natural cloth diapers, pH balanced for baby’s delicate skin, to your home each week. Cloth is the healthiest option for your baby and for our environment. Enjoy the benefits of cloth without the work! No rinsing, soaking or dumping anything out of the diaper from birth to potty training. We offer quality products and customer service to support you through your diapering journey — from birth to potty training. Let us do the dirty work.
Love Bubble Doula
Gina Eiford
Bellingham WA 360-739-5408
lovebubbledoula@gmail.com
lovebubbledoula.com
Creating children, adjusting to parenthood, and becoming a family is a wonderful, amazing, and sometimes challenging journey. In my work as a doula and educator, I hope to inspire, nurture, and support families to establish their own unique lovebubble. Additional services include infant massage, Pilates, fertility/IVF doula support, and postpartum support.
Birth Matters
425-835-3872
birthmatters@gmail.com birthmattersnw.com
Birth Matters NW has been providing birth and postpartum support to families since 2015. Doula support has been proven to help families feel more confidant in their journeys. Our goal is for families to feel supported with knowledgeable, compassionate care. Overnight postpartum care and placenta encapsulation are also available.
Childish Things
9776 Holman Road NW, Suite 102, Seattle WA 98117
206-789-1498
info@childishthingsseattle.net childishresale.com
Childish Things carefully curates a selection of gently used things for babies and kids from birth to 8 years. This includes clothing, shoes, toys, book, accessories and gear, maternity and nursing items, as well as new products. We buy from the community every day, no appointment needed. Check our website for details.
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Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund
c/o The ARC Washington State, 2638 State Ave NE Olympia WA 98506
Washington’s Developmental Disabilities Endowment Trust Fund (DDETF) is a supplemental special needs trust program. Individuals with developmental disabilities, or their families, can set aside funds for future use without affecting their eligibility for government services and benefits such as Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medicaid. Funds can be used for services not covered by other benefits, including recreation, therapy, clothing and transportation. The DDETF is an easy and effective way to prepare for the future.
Emerald City Doulas
206-939-6109
emeraldcitydoulas.com
A full-service Doula Agency, doulas are trained professionals who provide continuous support before, during, and after a birth. They provide physical, informational and emotional support to the mother, as well as family and others. Postpartum doulas provide postpartum support to the family during the first year after birth.
Estera Tomas Darms, ICCE
425-922-2928
esther@estherdarms.com
estherdarms.com
Certified childbirth educator, lactation counselor and placenta encapsulation specialist.
Exhale Birth Services
exhalebirthservices.com
Services include home-birth midwifery, belly casting, childbirth education, postpartum doula services, breastfeeding help and birth tub rental.
Hyponosis for Birth
Bellevue WA 425-827-9498
hello@hypnosisbirth.com
hypnosisforbirth.com
Nancy E. Allin, Cht CC offers services in counseling and coaching, hypnosis for birth, birth doula services and hypnosis for fertility.
Let it be Birth letitbebirth.com
Let It Be Birth was founded in 2008 as one place for all families to find many types of perinatal support in the greater Seattle area including King, Snohomish, and Pierce counties. Offering engaging childbirth education classes, postpartum doulas with lactation training and certifications in infant sleep, plus doula trainings with Birth Arts.
La Leche League of Washington
425-610-6119
llwa.org/about-lll
La Leche League of Washington is a parent-to-parent human milk feeding support organization. La Leche League leaders are volunteer parents who have nursed their own children and are accredited by La Leche League International. Leaders provide support and information to families from pregnancy through weaning. La Leche League of Washington is made up of nearly 100 active Leaders and 30 groups in Washington, Idaho and Alaska. Four regions provide helpline services for parents and caregivers.
MAIA Midwifery & Fertility
4058 41st Ave. SW Seattle WA 98166 510-462-2554 info@maiamidwifery.com maiamidwifery.com
Kristin Kali is a licensed midwife offering fertility services, pregnancy care, classes and groups.
Offering prenatal and postnatal yoga, postpartum doula services, parent support and education.
Mom2Mom
Jewish Family Services and Jewish Community Center 206-861-3146
familylife@jfsseattle.org jfsseattle.org
New moms are matched with a volunteer peer mentor, and meet one-on-one about four to six times over the first few months after their baby is born. It’s best to sign up in the third trimester of pregnancy. The program is free and open to all.
Natural Birth Compass naturalbirthcompass.com
We are leading the birth culture back toward nature-led birth by providing education to broaden perspectives of birth so families can confidently take birth back into their own hands to bring their baby into the world undisturbed and unharmed. Offering courses in home-birth tailored to you.
For new parents who want and need it all, Cheryl Murfin MA, CD offers the ultimate in birth and newborn support. “Only You Birth & Postpartum Doula Care” makes
K-12 Learning Opportunities
Di erentiated learning experiences that foster interest in the STEAM fields and beyond
It’s never too early to discover your passion. DigiPen Academy exists to encourage and prepare students to turn their dreams into reality. From exploratory workshops to year-round academic programs, we help students discover where their skills are today and go wherever their imaginations can take them.
Programs O ered:
• Game Design, Computer Science & Engineering, Music & Sound Design, Fine Art & Animation, General Education
• Live Online Summer Programs (formerly ProjectFUN)
• Homeschool Program: both core classes and electives
• Weekend Studio Programs
• Masterclass Workshops
• WANIC Courses
• Pre-College Program 9931 Willows Rd., Redmond, WA E: academy@digipen.edu | P: 425-629-5007 | @digipenacademy FOR INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER: academy.digipen.edu
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you Cheryl’s only client for two weeks prior and three weeks after your due date. These weeks are, literally, all about YOU. Service includes Childbirth Basic class, two to four prenatal visits, weekly walking check-ins, weekly online yoga, baby gear consultation, minimum 25 hours postpartum care, two prenatal massages by a prenatal LMT, one visit by an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant and much more.
Nurturing Expressions provides caring, evidence-based healthcare and support for expecting and new parents. We specialize in lactation, chest and breastfeeding, breast pump education and care, and mastectomy and compression garments.
Parent Trust
2200 Rainier Ave. S Seattle, WA 98144 (206) 233-0156 greatstarts@parenttrust.org parenttrust.org
Your babies are on the way — and we are here for you! Parent Trust For Washington Children’s Great Starts™ program offers a variety of interactive, online classes designed to meet the needs of families transitioning into parenthood during the global pandemic. In-person instruction will return as soon as it is safe for our families, staff, and community. Check our website for the latest updates and virtual class schedule.
Program for Early Parent Supporters (PEPS)
206-547-8570 peps@peps.org peps.org
For nearly 40 years, Program for Early Parent Support (PEPS) has been providing peer-support programs that assist parents in finding social connection, a shared community, and supportive resources when families need it most. PEPS serves more than 4,000 families annually, using an approach and curricula designed to support expectant parents, parents and caregivers of newborns and toddlers, and many more! Flexible Pricing program fee options are available on all programs.
Specializing in pain relief, insomnia, and anxiety, prepare for a positive childbirth experience. The course offers evidence-based information, relaxation tools, self-advocacy skills, a mindset to enhance your birth, and ongoing support throughout your pregnancy.
Holistic support for breastfeeding and parenting. Offering virtual and inhome/office visits.
Solstice Birth
Jocelyn Pierce, IBCLC
206-536-6626
jocelyn@solsticebirth.com solsticebirth.com
Offering lactation consultations, doula services, and education to families in the north Puget Sound (Seattle area) and remote support for families all over the world.
Offering virtual classes for Seattle parents expecting multiples. Also provides assistance throughout the first year of caring for multiples, after birth. Focuses on positive parenting skills and support for birth, feeding, sleep and beyond.
Offering a variety of classes for expectant parents: Parenting and Baby Connection, Movement and Coping with Pain, Nutrition for Pregnancy and Grand Parenting Support. Sign up for these virtual classes today!
SHOP LOCAL
Baby Diaper Service
6559 5th Pl. S, Seattle WA 98108 206-634-2229
info@BabyDiaperService.net BabyDiaperService.net
Serving Puget Sound families since 1946, Baby Diaper Service delivers freshly laundered natural cloth diapers, pH balanced for baby’s delicate skin, to your home each week. Cloth is the healthiest option for your baby and for our environment. Enjoy the benefits of cloth without the work! No rinsing, soaking or dumping anything out of the diaper from birth to potty training. We offer quality products and customer service to support you through your diapering journey — from birth to potty training. Let us do the dirty work.
Childish Things
9776 Holman Road NW, Suite 102, Seattle WA 98117 206-789-1498 info@childishthingsseattle.net childishresale.com
Childish Things carefully curates a selection of gently used things for babies and kids from birth to 8 years. This includes clothing, shoes, toys, book, accessories and gear, maternity and nursing items, as well as new products. We buy from the community every day, no appointment needed. Check our website for details.
Crossroads Bellevue
15600 NE 8th St., Bellevue WA 98008 425-644-1111 info@crossroadsbellevue.com crossroadsbellevue.com
Crossroads Bellevue is a one-of-a-kind
shopping, dining, and entertainment destination featuring unique shops, 30 international restaurants, a performance stage, an 8-screen cinema, a farmers market, a public library, rock climbing, art classes, and more. Our Public Market offers two dozen locally-owned ethnic eateries. Enjoy fast, affordable food in a family-friendly atmosphere. Crossroads Bellevue is home to Creatively Yours Ceramic Studio, Snip-Its Kids Salon, The Studio Fine Art Classes, WiggleWorks Kids, plus many more family favorites.
Dabbawalla Bags
309 S. Cloverdale St., B21 Seattle WA 98108 206-388-3824
info@dabbawallabags.com dabbawallabags.com
We are a small, Seattle-based company that stands apart with our line of individually crafted bags for kids of all ages. We believe fun and function don’t have to compromise manufacturing ethics or environmental stewardship and our sole mission is to make well-designed lunch bags and backpacks from sustainable, earth-friendly materials that are washable. Adventures await! Where will you go with your Dabbawalla?
Maven Meals
641 SW 152nd St., Burien WA 98166 206-557-7985 mavenmeals.com
For the past 10 years Maven Meals has been crafting prepared meals from scratch using the freshest, natural, high quality ingredients, delivered to local doorsteps! With a menu that changes weekly and offers gluten free, dairy free, vegan meals as well as great meat & seafood options, there’s something for every taste. There’s no minimum order & no subscription, so meals are there when you need then in the quantity you desire. Maven’s service is super flexible, ultra tasty, healthy & innovative. Have a fab dinner on the table in minutes, no prep required.
Snapdoodle Toys & Games
Multiple locations (Issaquah, Kenmore, Redmond, Seattle & now Kirkland!) 425-408-0021
info@snapdoodletoys.com snapdoodletoys.com
Innovative and classic toys that excite, engage and educate! Snapdoodle Toys & Games is a local, family-owned business dedicated to fun and learning for all ages. Shop our large selection, get expert advice and free gift wrapping. Plus, we offer classes for kids and adults, instore activities and special events. We also offer haircuts at our kid’s salon in our Seattle location. Call to make your appointment today. Don’t miss out on all the fun — get on our mailing list!
Soaring Heart Natural Beds
101 Nickerson St., Suite 400 Seattle WA 98101
10000 Main St., Suite 103 Bellevue WA 98004
111 Main Street Plaza, Suite 101, Edmonds WA 98020 206-282-1717
soaringheart@soaringheart.com soaringheart.com
Since 1982, Soaring Heart’s mission is to provide you with a natural, non-toxic and certified organic sleep solution. Each mattress, mattress topper, comforter, pillow, and mattress protector we make is handcrafted with care from certified and trusted organic and all natural ingredients right here in Seattle.
Sugarlump
2709 E Madison St., Seattle WA 98112 206-860-5083
sugarlumpmail@gmail.com sugarlumpshop.com
From bump to big kid! Sugarlump is a consignment store for maternity and children’s clothing in Seattle. Raising kids is hard but consignment at Sugarlump makes it a little easier. Save money while dressing your kids in sustainable, high quality, and stylish clothes! We pride ourselves on carrying the highest quality brands. Our favorites include Hanna Andersson, Tea Collection, Mini Boden, Crewcuts, Petit Bateau, and Catimini.
Tutta Bella Neopolitan Pizzeria
Restaurants in five locations amici@tuttabella.com tuttabella.com
Tutta Bella is a Seattle-based Neapolitan restaurant, with a full menu of homemade Italian food and pizzas baked in a traditional wood-fired oven. Our food is served in a family friendly atmosphere at our five Puget Sound-area restaurants. A kids’ menu is available for dine-in, takeout and delivery. We also offer a complete line of grab-n-go items and take-n-bake pizzas at QFC and in select Fred Meyer locations.
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ACME Bowling, Billiards & Events
100 Andover Park W Tukwila, WA 98188 206-340-2263 guestcomments@acmebowl.com acmebowl.com
Forget everything you know about old school bowling alleys, ACME Bowl reinvents bowling to create an experience unlike any other. With black light bowling and upbeat music, it’s a party that all ages will enjoy. An ACME party includes a specially trained party host, private room, plates, silverware, cups, food and drinks! All you bring is the cake and the kids, we’ll handle the rest — even the mess!
American Dance Institute
Locations in Greenwood, Magnolia, Phinney Ridge & Shoreline
We offer classes for toddlers through adults in ballet, jazz, tap, modern, hiphop, Irish, flamenco, creative dance and pre-ballet. Birthday party packages are available for ages 3 and up. Find out about our full-day and half-day summer camps for ages 4 and up. ADI is a family-friendly school that teaches to the whole child in a warm and welcoming environment.
Animal Encounters
Mobile Petting Zoo & Animal Shows Seattle WA 425-647-6499
info@animalencounters.com animalencounters.com
Looking for entertaining and educational options for parties? For bunnies, bugs, boa constrictors and more, we’re the Seattle region’s leading provider of mobile animal-based programs! Choose from our numerous ENCOUNTERS programs and your guests will interact with fascinating creatures while learning some interesting facts about them as well. Or host our ZOO FOR YOU – a new twist on the traditional petting zoo. We’ll provide a great hands-on experience with a wide variety of animals, from familiar barnyard favorites to fascinating exotics.
Blue Ribbon Cooking School
2501 Fairview Ave. E, Seattle WA 98102 206-328-2442
blueribboncooking.com
Host your son or daughter’s next birthday party in our kitchen! Blue Ribbon will make your child’s birthday party a culinary success and a great time to remember by all. We specialize in designing birthday parties that show off how fun being in the kitchen can be and what great meals kids can easily create. We keep the planning process as simple and enjoyable for you as possible. All you need to do is send the invitations and show up the day of the party to have a great time. Our staff of chef instructors have incredible personalities and love to work with kids in the kitchen.
Discover Your Voice! Whether in your home or outdoor space, or with a personalized Video Gram, ImaginationBand provides a fun filled, interactive musical adventure. Every party features puppetry, guitar, ukulele, flute, singing and dancing. Children will be whisked away on an imaginative journey to a theme world of your choice, such as: The Jungle, The Magical Forest and more. ImaginationBand always prioritizes the safety of everyone in attendance and practices the latest precautions for protection against the spread of germs. We Can Go Anywhere Together!
Jamtown Live builds music and life skills through orchestrated play. No matter
Pre-K through 5th Grade 318 30th Ave E • Seattle
The Power of Childhood
At The Valley School, we ignite children’s natural passion for learning. Our students develop an academic foundation and become joyful learners through playful work, purposeful play, and the practice of community.
To learn more about our academic program and application process, please visit www. thevalleyschool.org.
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the age of your band, we have a handson program or party plan for fun. We specialize in toddler music enrichment, birthday parties, and school/camp programs. Jamtown John leads with drum, piano, ukulele and flute. Everyone else gets Jamtown® fair trade instruments to play and share. Join the Band! Please visit our website for more information.
Rent a magical party trunk for your group! What’s included? Costumes for everyone (adults too!), a craft activity, a treasure box to hide, extra ideas, secret notes or games and a special gift for the birthday person. Purchase custom crowns or magical bags for an extra special party treat.
Remlinger Farms
32610 NE 32nd St. Carnation, WA 98014 425-333-4135, info@remlingerfarms.com remlingerfarms.com
YOUR FAMILY IS OUR SPECIALTY!! We offer a real steam train ride, hand-led trail pony rides, mini fair rides (roller coaster, Ferris wheel, carousel, etc.), miniature antique car ride, 4-H farm animal petting area, live entertainment in the Farm Theatre and so much more! You’ll also enjoy our specialty food & gift market, Railroad Café and U-pick fields. Find out about birthday parties, corporate events, and our famous Family Fall Festival! It’s a full day of family fun for EVERYONE!! We are open weekends, May through October.
Spa Party Packages for Birthdays include up to 12 girls ages 4 to 18, themed dress up, sparkle station makeup and nails! Choose your theme: Luau * Princess * Rock Star! All-Inclusive or Deluxe Packages plus $50 reservation fee. Reserve your party date online today!
Tech City Bowl
13033 NE 70th Place Kirkland WA 98033 425-827-0785 techcitybowl.com
Bring up to ten bowlers to your party! Grab your bowling shoes and head to the lanes. Choose from the kid’s pizza or chicken strip package. Packages include time to bowl, food and drinks, time to open presents and 50 game tickets for the birthday boy/girl. Add on time at the arcade for the rest of the gang for even more fun!
Traxx Racing
4329 Chennault Beach Road Mukilteo WA 98275 425-493-8729, info@traxxracing.com traxxracing.com
The thrill of racing for all ages! Ages 6-10 can race our specially designed kids’ karts in a safe kids race session and ages 11 and up can race our fast adult karts. Online booking is recommended but drop-in racers are welcome. Birthday party packages, a video game arcade, and air hockey tables are also available.
WHERE TO VOLUNTEER
Doing Good Together (DGT) mail@doinggoodtogether.org doinggoodtogether.org
Opportunities for families and kids of all ages
DGT is an online program that compiles lists of family-friendly volunteering opportunities. Projects might include planting parties, letters to service members, food drives and more. Age restrictions are listed with each project.
Eastside Baby Corner
Issaquah: 1510 NW Maple St. Issaquah WA 98027
Northshore: 18515 92nd Ave. NE, Bothell WA 98011
West Sound: 1463 NE Dawn Road, Suite B, Bremerton WA 98311 425-865-0234 volunteer@babycorner.org babycorner.org
Ages 7 and older
(7-13 accompanied by an adult) Eastside Baby Corner makes a positive difference in the lives of children and families in need by collecting and purchasing children’s items and distributing them, free of charge, through agencies supporting families in east King County. The organization serves as a diaper bank, clothing bank and food source for more than 500 kids each week. Volunteers help by sorting donations and fulfilling orders for children or organizing community drives for diapers, clothing and baby goods.
FamilyWorks
1501 N. 45th St., Seattle WA 98103 206-694-6727 info@familyworksseattle.org familyworksseattle.org
Ages 5 and older
A food bank and family resource center, FamilyWorks offers people in Wallingford and surrounding areas an opportunity to nourish their bodies, minds and spirits in a positive, supportive environment. School-age children with their families are welcome to participate in several volunteer projects including bulk packaging and sorting food, or families hosting monthly drives (e.g. food, books, toys, clothing, outerwear).
Farestart
700 Virginia St., Seattle WA 98101 206-267-7601, volunteer@farestart.org farestart.org
Opportunities for children and families
Offering job training in the restaurant industry, Farestart transforms lives by providing critical life and job skills. Farestart also offers community and emergency meals. Volunteer by creating letters for emergency meals. Each letter is placed into a meal box and given to a family or individual. Share some cheer and send well wished through your letters. Other volunteer opportunities also available. See website for more info.
Seattle’s Central District, provides groceries to those in need through a walk-in food bank and home delivery program. They also offer a Baby Corner Program and a Toddler Bag Program for families with small children. Volunteers sort and distribute food, pick up donations and deliver groceries to homebound residents.
Food Driving Box
Northwest 8511 35th Ave. NE, Seattle WA 98115 fooddrivingbox.org
All ages
The Food Driving Box is a free tool for families to teach children about the problem of food insecurity and then do something about it. Pick up a free Food Driving Box from one of dozens of local food banks. Keep your box in your car and each time you visit the grocery store add an item or two. When it’s full, bring it to a local food bank to donate and keep your box to do it again.
Food Lifeline
815 S. 96th St., Seattle WA 98108 206-545-6600 volunteer@foodlifeline.org foodlifeline.org/volunteer
Ages 6 and older, younger than 16 require adult supervision
Food Lifeline stocks the shelves at
275 food banks, meal programs and shelters throughout Western Washington. Volunteers help sort, label and repackage food for distribution to local food banks, meal programs and shelters. Make a reservation online for evening shifts.
Nature Consortium
4408 Delridge Way SW, Suite 107, Seattle WA 98106 206-923-0853 volunteer@naturec.org naturec.org
Children of all ages, with adult supervision and signed youth waiver
The Nature Consortium fosters vibrant communities and inspires people in the Puget Sound area through art and environmental action.Volunteer work parties work to restore habitat in the West Duwamish Greenbelt, located in West Seattle. Volunteers plant native plants and trees during fall and winter and remove invasive species and mulch year-round. Work parties are Tuesday and Saturday mornings. Saturday events include live music. Tools and gloves are provided.
Ages 9 and older, 15 and younger accompanied by an adult
Northwest Harvest is the only nonprofit food bank distributor operating statewide in Washington with a network of 375 food banks, meal programs and high-need schools. Families can help in the Kent warehouse by sorting and repackaging bulk food. At the Cherry Street Food Bank, volunteers sort and distribute food and make sandwiches for the sack lunch program. Shifts are a minimum of 2 hours and must be scheduled in advance. Families are also encouraged to host food drives in their neighborhoods.
Page Ahead
1130 NW 85th St. Seattle WA 98117 206-461-0123 info@pageahead.org pageahead.org
Age requirements vary by project, story time volunteers commit to a full school year Guided by the fact that literacy is essential to lifelong success, Page Ahead provides new books and develops reading activities that empower at-risk children in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties. Through its programs, Page Ahead works to erase the early reading gap for under resourced children before it becomes an achievement gap. Teens can apply to become story time volunteers, reading to preschool and kindergarten classes, singing songs and creating simple crafts with kids during the
school day (must commit to a full school year). Youth can also sort books, help with administrative work or organize a drive for new children’s books.
Progressive Animal Welfare Society (PAWS)
15305 44th Ave. W Lynnwood WA 98087 425-787-2500 paws.org
Kids 7 and older can help from home
Completing a service project is a great way to support the lifesaving work at PAWS while empowering kids to make a difference and fostering their natural compassion for animals The PAWS Education Team is here to support kids of all ages in taking action for animals by completing a service project. Ideas to help shelter animals might include raising funds, collecting donated items, creating crate “advertisements” about adoptable animals or making toys and blankets. PAWS Wildlife also has ideas for volunteer projects to support the wellbeing of wildlife in our region. Check the PAWS website or contact education@paws.org if you are interested in completing a specific project.
The Ruby Room
827 Bellevue Way NE, Suite 205, Bellevue WA 98004 206-439-7575 info@rubyroomseattle.org rubyroomseattle.org
Any age, 12 and under accompanied by an adult The Ruby Room — run entirely by volunteers — provides formal attire to teens in financial need and provides leadership and education through volunteer opportunities and workshops. Volunteer opportunities, often as personal shoppers, vary depending on the number of high school students signed up for assistance. To donate gowns and accessories, check out the Ruby Room website.
Seattle Humane Society
3212 SE Eastgate Way Bellevue WA 98005
425-641-0080 seattlehumane.org
Seattle Humane, the Puget Sound’s leader in animal adoption, education and welfare, works to connect animals in need of rescue with those who will love them. They provide online activities for kids and summer camps for youth ages 7 to 13. Humane Teen Club (HTC) is a junior volunteer and teen development program created specifically for animal lovers who are 13 to 17 years old.
Seattle Works offers a searchable database of volunteer opportunities with filters for age of volunteer, populations you’d like to help, and ZIP code-specific activities to help find the best fit for your family. Search their calendar for an appropriate volunteer job, from painting a non-profit theater to joining a planting party or sorting books at the Braille library.
Team Read
206-252-0069 info@teamread.org teamread.org
Grades 8 and higher with minimum 2.7 GPA
Team Read helps Seattle’s public elementary school students achieve reading success by pairing youth tutors with second- and third-grade students who are reading below grade level in 12 elementary schools across the city, Volunteer coaches tutor their students after school to improve reading skills and serve as meaningful role models. High school coaches can satisfy community service hours, earn hourly pay or deferred college tuition. All eighth-grade coaches are volunteers. Applications to coach are accepted twice a year.
Working with a large network of non-profits, UWKC offers multiple services and volunteer opportunities. Contact the United Way office to learn more about the family-friendly volunteer opportunities for all ages. Some ideas: host a canned food drive, sew masks for a local elementary schools or offer your time at a homeless shelter, serving meals.
Washington Trails Association
705 2nd Ave., Suite 300 Seattle WA 98104 206-625-1367 trail_teams@wta.org wta.org
Ages 10 and older, younger than 14 accompanied by an adult
The Washington Trails Association works to protect hiking trails and wild lands, takes volunteers out to maintain trails and promotes hiking as a healthy, fun way to explore the outdoors. Youth volunteers can participate in one-day work parties throughout the Puget Sound area. Youth-specific work parties provide a unique opportunity for young people to learn about trail maintenance while meeting other people. High school students can spend a week on the trail during a “Youth Vacation,” when they learn about building and maintaining hiking trails in a teamwork-oriented environment.
Wellspring Family Services
1900 Rainier Ave. S, Seattle WA 98144 206-826-3050 ehohnstein@wellspringfs.org wellspringfs.org
Children of all ages, with parent supervision
Wellspring Family Services works to build emotionally healthy, self-sufficient families and a non-violent community in which they can thrive.
In the Kids Helping Kids Campaign, children can start a penny drive, host a lemonade stand or bake sale, celebrate their birthdays with a benefit party for homeless kids or dream up their own way to collect donations. Learn more in the “Get Involved” section of the website. The Wellspring Family Services Baby Boutique also offers volunteer opportunities.
