Funhouse/Commons Announces Fall Line-up

The Funhouse/Commons has posted their exciting fall line-up for sessions for youth, toddlers, and adults. For more information, or to register, contact 376-7177 or visit funhouse.org.

YOUTH

Homework Club Every Day!

Get help with those tough school assignments (and get snacks too) after school at the FHC! Earn points throughout the year for finishing homework, and the kid who gets the most points wins a pizza party!
Mon – Thurs, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
FREE (with membership/daily admission).

Baby/Toddler Playgroup
Tuesday mornings connect with other parents, get crafty in our art yurt, build a giant block fort and other fun activities.
Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – Noon
Ages: Birth to five years.
FREE with Funhouse membership!

Music Together® – Mary Wachter
This internationally recognized early childhood music education program is based on the premise that all children are musical and can develop their musical potential within a supportive learning environment. Music Together classes facilitate that growth by inspiring children and parents with song, dance, instruments and rhythm play. Each family receives a music CD and book. For more info email missmarysisland@gmail.com.
Demo Class Sept 19, 11 a.m.
Register by Sept 21.
Classes start Sept 26,
Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Ages: Baby to 5 years!
Enroll early, space is limited!

Family Science Club – KWIAHT scientists
This terrific parent/child science club is an intensive, hands-on program emphasizing fieldwork. KWIAHT is a local non-profit dedicated to understanding the historical ecology of the Salish Sea.
Second – Fifth Grades:
The elementary-level science club works directly with KWIAHT staff to explore the San Juan Islands from a scientific perspective. Meets monthly on Sundays.

Sixth – Eight Grade:
The middle school level will be focusing locating, testing, and preserving heritage Orcas tree fruit varieties, drawing on botany, genetics and food chemistry.
Meets monthly on Saturdays.
Space is limited!
Consistent participation is required. Contact us for 2012/2013 schedule.

Beginning Sewing – Beth Baker
Learn the basics of hand sewing, using a sewing machine, and working from a pattern. Register early as this class will fill up!
Thursdays, 4 – 5 p.m.
September 27 – November 1
Ages: 10 – 12
$35 material cost

Fall Running Club
This year we will be offering our running program throughout the fall. Participants run two days a week and consistent runners earn prizes.
Tuesday/Thursdays
Starting Sept 13 at 3:30 p.m.
$50 Register Here

Fall Soccer
Save $15 by preregistering using the new Orcas Park and Rec registration system.
Click here to register.
We still need volunteer coaches and referees, if you are interested please attend our meeting on September 10th at 5 p.m.
Practices: Tues/Thurs from 3:30 – 5.
Games: Saturday from 10 – 12 p.m.
Cost: $60 Preregistration
$75 after September 10th
Register on the Orcas Island Park and Rec Online Registration System.

Math Olympiad
Our Math Club meets weekly to puzzle out mind bending problems with our awesome volunteer instructors (that includes Carl DeBoor, a world-renowned mathematician). Students get to participate in math contests, receive prizes, and develop problem solving skill while working as a team.
Wednesdays, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Starts September 26th.
4th – 6th Grade.
Cost $30 members/$50 nonmembers

TEEN/ADULTS

Rockband! – Pete Moe
Sign up with your buddies and learn the basics of playing in a rock band! We focus on the basics of instruments, focusing on vocals/guitars/bass/drums. We learn about tuning our instruments and playing together. We learn about Amplification and other audio equipment. We will cover the basics of recording, and we will perform at Teen Night! Requirements:
* Interest-no musical experience required.
*A Group: we need at least one guitarist, one bass player, and a drummer. Ask your friends if they want to be in your band!

Beginning Guitar, Ukele, Violin Lessons – Mary Giampetro
Mary not only runs our amazing Music Together Program; she is also a talented multi-instrumentalist. You can be one too-and at a great price!
$100 for five lessons. By Appointment.

Mac 101 – Gene Nery
Fundamentals of Apple Macintosh computers. We will look at Mac operating system, e-mail, photos, music, Internet, downloads, and more.
Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Sept 27 – Oct 18
$100 members, $120 nonmembers

iPad/iPhone 101 – Gene Nery
Learn the basics of the iPhone/iPad. Download apps, change your settings, utilize the photo features, and more!
Thursdays, 7 – 8 p.m.
Sept 27 – Oct 18
$100 members, $120 nonmembers

Photoshop – Hannah Adams Collier
Guide to Adobe Photoshop CS5. Learn how to use this top-of-the-line tool to create shapes, customize and repair your photography, create web and print graphics and illustrations. Learn to use layers, and loads of other tips and tools for beginners and advanced users.
Tuesdays, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Sept 25 – Oct 30
$130 members, $160 nonmembers

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NEW ANNOUNCEMENTS

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New 3rd Graders can now come to The Funhouse after school without a parent or guardian! Look for our adult chaperone under the maple tree at school for a safe walk to The Funhouse! Monday – Friday, 3 – 5:30 p.m.  We open at 12 p.m. on all early release days.

7th Graders are now welcome to attend Teen Night!  Friday & Saturday, 6 – 8:30 p.m.

New 9th graders can now stay for High School Teen Night hours! Friday & Saturday, 6 -11:00 p.m.