Tuesday, January 06, 2009

P.A.C.E. Trek 2009!

A 44-year-old husband, father of four and ultra-endurance athlete pushing a jogging stroller of gear will virtually trek with thousands of children and adults worldwide over a 500-mile course through the rugged terrain of Alaska between April 20 and May 12, 2009. Follow his journey and incorporate this virtual trek fitness program into your local classroom, homeschooling or family fitness program.

Wondergym Indoor Play for Preschoolers

Looking for a place to take your kids to burn off some energy during the bad weather? Come join us Mondays at the Civic Auditorium Gym in The Dalles for some running, jumping, and crazy games guaranteed to get the sillies out. Sponsored by Wonderworks Museum in The Dalles. More info...

Recommended Websites for Kids

The Hood River County Library announces that the Association of Library Services to Children has created a guide to parents for their child’s online use.  See their recommended websites for kids.

Wonderworks Museum Activities

This grassroots museum for Children is offering excellent children's programs and entertainment throughout the year.

Hood River County Playgroups

New Parent Services has a list of local playgroups and parenting support groups.

Klickitat/Skamania County Parenting Support

The Skamania Klickitat Community Network invites parents living in Skamania and Klickitat County to check a new website and toll free phone number offering info on parenting classes, workshops and support groups available for parents and childcare providers; fun family activies and more. The toll free number is 1-866-631-1997. Check out the latest items available in their parenting resource library.

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital Wellness Classes in 2009

From childbirth to diabetes education to smoking cessation, the Education Center at Providence provides learning opportunities beginning this month. More details on the Family Health Page.

Kinder Kunstler "Child Artist" Children's Art Fund

In loving memory of Hood River resident Christina Bockius, contribute to the Kinder Kunstler fund which will support future art education opportunities for children in the Columbia River Gorge. Christina's passion for the arts inspired the creation of this fund which is managed by Columbia Center for the Arts. Donations may be sent to Columbia Center for the Arts at P.O. Box 1543 in Hood River, OR 97031. Call 541-387-8877 x114 for more info.

Library Happenings

Check out the Sled Dog Movie at the White Salmon Community Library on January 10 at 1pm, followed by an appearance by a local sled dog. More info on the events page.

New Family Activity Guide

This guide provides excellent resources and activities for parents in Hood River, Wasco, Skamania and Klickitat Counties. Includes parenting classes for parents of babies through high school. Great source of info for playgroups & other activities also.

Good Parenting Support

Here are a few excellent places to check for information or to call when you, a parent or a teenager you know needs some quick support and help. Parent Trust for Washington Children.

Parent Trust Family Help Line: 1-800-932-HOPE (4673) - Toll-free in Washington State.
Washington State Teenline:1-800-562-1240

Parents of Multiples

Gorge Parents of Multiples s a support group for parents of multiple birth children currently holding meetings the second Monday of every month. Call Please contact Gayle Huwe at 541-399-2719 if you are interested in attending.