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Summer: June 23- August 29, 2025 Fall: September 8 - December 20, 2025Winter: January 12 - March 28, 2026Spring: April 6- June 13, 2026 CLOSEDFriday, July 4 - Independence Day thFriday, August 8 - Community Center Closure thTABLE OF CONTENTSP.2 Save the Date P.3 Summer CampP. 4-5 Adults & Seniors P. 6 Toddlers P. 7 Young Children P. 8-9 Teens P. 10-11 Intergenerational P. 12 More Info! QuarterlyClosureWeeksJune 16-21, 2025September 1-6, 2025 January 5-10, 2026March 30-April 4, 2026 1Season Start &End Dates www.familyfirstrenton.org

2nd Annual CELEBRATIONSAVE THE DATE: thSATURDAY AUGUST1612PM-3PM THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORSFREE SCHOOL SUPPLIES GIVEAWAY Open to ALL Ages face painting andhenna,inflatables and bouncy house,games,communityresourcefair, and muchmore!

Monday-Thursday, 10:00am-3:00pmJuly 7 -31 th stFREE 4 -10 graders th thSpots are limited. Register before June 23 !rdA 4-week adventure rooted in creativity, culture, and self-empowerment! Virtual Welcome Event: July 2 End-of-Summer Celebration: August 1 Youth Stipend: Participants who complete the full program willreceive a small stipend for their commitment and contribution!This year’s theme: Creating Our Power – youth will co-design apublished self-empowerment workbook that celebrates their identitiesand lived experiences. Along the way, they'll set personal goals,engage in critical conversations, and explore how history, culture, andself intersect, emerging as empowered change agents in theircommunities. Two Awesome Field Trips: Henry Moses Aquatic Center & MoPOPMuseum, Seattle Questions? Contact us at: thardy@braveyoungpeople.org orvbreland@braveyoungpeople.org Summer Camps 3www.familyfirstrenton.org

Adults & Seniors Wednesdays, 10:00am-2:00pmJuly 16 & August 20 th thFREE for seniors through summer 2025 Pre-registration required!Limited spots avialable. Register now! Foot care for those unable to provide forthemselves. In addition to assessing the feet ofpatients taking blood thinners or those that arediabetics. Register on MyActiveCenter or call ourfront desk to pre-register! Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00-10:30amJune 24 -August 28th thFREE through summer 2025 Seniors Improve your flexibility and mobility with apersonalized seated stretching routine!Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:00am-12:00pmJune 24 -August 28th thFREE through summer 2025Seniors Baat Ying Baat Faat, Chinese martial arts, topractice balance, coordination, and breathingexercises through traditional techniques. 4Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30pmJune 24 -August 26th th$20.00/class Seniors Staff rentals and purchases can be madedirectly with the instructor Baat Ying Baat Faat, Chinese martial arts, topractice balance, coordination, and breathingexercises through traditional techniques. www.familyfirstrenton.orgWednesdays, 10:00am-11:30amJune 25 -August 27th thFREE through summer 2025Ages 18+ Artists will learn basic art skills, includingcomposition and color theory. Both students withno previous art experience and a previous artinterest are welcome! We will be painting a varietyof styles, from realism to abstract. Supplies areincluded in the cost and classes will result in afinished painting each week. Thursdays, 11:30am-1:00pmJune 26 -August 28 th thFREEAdults and SeniorsDrop-ins welcomed!No class: 7/3 & 7/10Learn the joy and the creativity of weaving ontapestry loom, circular looms, and makeshift looms! 6/26- Using wrap as part of the deisgn. Colors &plaids7/17- Chunky bags (10:30am-1:00pm)7/24- Chunky bag pt. 2 7/31- Warp/vertical trees, weaving it on frame 8/7- Warp/tress8/14- Uneven edges 8/21- Finish warp 8/28- Texture studies

Mondays, 11:30am-12:15pmJune: 23 , July: 7 & July 14 - August 25thrd th thFREESeniors ONLYDrop-ins welcomed!Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:00am-12:00pm(Seniors Only) Wednesdays, 4:00pm-5:45pmFREEAdults & SeniorsAll experience levels welcomed!Community members can drop-in to play pickleball and connect with other locals. Bringyour own paddle or borrow one of ours! Wednesdays, 11:30am-12:30pmJuly 9th-August 27thFREE40 & UpPre-register by July 16th as space is limited! The Inter-generational Storytelling Series adultsaged 40 and older to reflect on and share theirpersonal life journeys. Through guided groupconversations, one-on-one interviews, and memoryprompts, participants will co-create aprofessionally bound storybook that captures theirlived experiences. Each participant recieves 1 personalized, boundbook by September 10, 2025. Participants engage in 8 facilitated sessions.Video testimonials and photos archived toFamily First digital memory library. Celebration day to close the summer sessionwith joy and gratitude5Adults & Seniors Stop on by for a series of ZumbaAerobic classes using all dance styles!Beginner friendly and moves canmodified to accomodate yourcomfortability. www.familyfirstrenton.orgWednesday, 4:00-6:00pmAugust 13 thFREEAdults & SeniorsResidents of the Cascade Neighborhood are invitedto learn how to make a beautiful cast iron meal andhave open conversations with Parks & Recreationstaff and Neighborhood leadership regarding theCascade Neighborhood. Space is limited!

Monday, 2:00pm-3:00pmJuly 28thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Drop-ins welcomed!Prepare to be amazed! Jeff Evans’ career in magicbegan from a book of coin tricks he read when hewas twelve years old. Today he performs hundredsof shows each year throughout the PacificNorthwest, proof that anything you want to learncan be found in books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fairwood Library. Fridays, 10:00am-11:00amJuly 11 & August Tenative date**thFREEAges 2-5 with caregivers2 Friday of every month*ndJoin the Environmental Science Center for stories,movement, and science activities as we learnabout the natural world around us. Themesrotate each month.Monday, Wednesday, and Fridays, 10:00am-11:00amFREEAges 5 and under with adult Join us at the Family First Community Center for adrop-in tot time with toys, puzzles, and booksprovided. A great time to make new friends foryou and your little one! *Dates subject to changeto accomodate special programs *6Toddlerswww.familyfirstrenton.org

Young Children Monday, 2:00pm-3:00pmJuly 28thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Drop-ins welcomed!Prepare to be amazed! Jeff Evans’ career in magicbegan from a book of coin tricks he read when hewas twelve years old. Today he performs hundredsof shows each year throughout the PacificNorthwest, proof that anything you want to learncan be found in books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fairwood Library. 7www.familyfirstrenton.orgMondays, 11:30am-12:30pmJuly 21 & July 28 st thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Pre-register in advance as space is limited! Exploring the world of fabric resist techniques thatare safe and famiy-friendly. We ask that you signup for both sessions as these workshops will leadinto one another! *Childrens must be accompaniedby adult* Funded in part by a grant from the City ofRenton Municipal Arts Comission.Wednesdays, 12:00pm-1:30pm June 25 -August 20th th$15/classAges 5-17Scholarships available! Artists will learn basic art skills, includingcomposition and color theory. Both students with noprevious art experience and a previous art interestare welcome! We will be painting a variety of styles,from realism to abstract. Supplies are included inthe cost and classes will result in a finished paintingeach week. Scholarships in part by a grant from the City ofRenton Municipal Arts Comission. Apply here:Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:50pm-5:50pmJuly 8 -August 14th thFREEAges 5-18All backgrounds welcomed!Contact 425-985-9563 for more informationOur program emphasis is placed on listeningcommunication, comprehension, speaking, reading,and writing the language of Tigrigna. Students areintroduced to the culture of Eritrea-speakingcountries through visitors, video, pictures ofcultures. We practice songs, dances, and moralvalues of the culture and country.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:50pm-5:50pmJuly 8 -August 14th thFREEAges 5-18All backgrounds welcomed!Contact 425-985-9563 for moreinformation8Teens Our program emphasis is placed on listeningcommunication, comprehension, speaking, reading,and writing the language of Tigrigna. Students areintroduced to the culture of Eritrea-speakingcountries through visitors, video, pictures ofcultures. We practice songs, dances, and moralvalues of the culture and country.Fridays, 3:30pm-4:30pmJune 27th-August 29 thFREETeens, and young children with adult presence The purpose of Hip-Hop Dance/Breaking is to buildstudents' confidence, skills, grit, creativity, andmusicality—all while having fun as they learnadvanced dance moves, tricks, choreography,performance, and battling. Provided by BodyLanguage Studio x Breaking Boundaries Foundation! Wednesdays, 3:30pm-5:00pmJune 25 - August 27 th thFREE4 & 5 grade students with adult, Teensth thClinic cancelled on: 7/2Free access to all youth to work on soccer skills onWednesday evenings! Soccer cleats and shingaurdsencouraged if possible! www.familyfirstrenton.orgMondays, 11:30am-12:30pmJuly 21 & July 28 st thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Pre-register in advance as space is limited! Exploring the world of fabric resist techniques thatare safe and famiy-friendly. We ask that you signup for both sessions as these workshops will leadinto one another! *Childrens must be accompaniedby adult* Funded in part by a grant from the City ofRenton Municipal Arts Comission.

Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:30pmJune 26 -August 28th thFREETeens and 4 and 5 graders with adultpresence th thTeens, interested in learning how to sew with aneedle? Join us every Thursday to sew somepillows, fix some stiching, among many otherfun projects!9Teens Fridays, 3:00pm-4:30pmJune 27 -August 15 th thFREETeens and non binary youth Join Young Queens and embark on a journey ofself-discovery, mentorship, and growth. Exploreyour unique potential, build lasting friendships,and embrace the path to success. Be a part of ourempowering sisterhood! Unlock your potentialtoday!www.familyfirstrenton.orgWednesdays, 12:00pm-1:30pm June 25 -August 20 th th$15/classAges 5-17Scholarships available! Artists will learn basic art skills, includingcomposition and color theory. Both students with noprevious art experience and a previous art interestare welcome! We will be painting a variety of styles,from realism to abstract. Supplies are included inthe cost and classes will result in a finished paintingeach week. Scholarships in part by a grant from theCity of Renton Municipal Arts Comission. Apply here:Fridays, 4:00pm-5:30pm July 11 & 25 , August 1 & 15 th th st thFREEAges 12-18Twice a monthEarn volunteer hours!Are you passionate about libraries and yourcommunity? Apply to join the new teen leadersgroup in collaboration with Fairwood Library,Renton Library, and the Family First CommunityCenter. Members will earn volunteer credit, andhave a voice in programs/events offered in thegreater community. Apply now!

Monday, 2:00pm-3:00pmJuly 28thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Drop-ins welcomed!Prepare to be amazed! Jeff Evans’ career in magicbegan from a book of coin tricks he read when hewas twelve years old. Today he performs hundredsof shows each year throughout the PacificNorthwest, proof that anything you want to learncan be found in books. Sponsored by the Friends of the Fairwood Library. First Fridays of the month, 4:00pm-5:45pmJuly 11 & August 1 th stFREEAdults, Seniors, Young Children, Teens, FamiliesPre-register in advance! Join The Gathering Church for awarm meal, games, and funactivities for all ages! Register inadvance on MyActiveCenter toensure there is enough food forparticipants in attendance!10Intergenerationalwww.familyfirstrenton.orgMondays, 11:30am-12:30pmJuly 21 & July 28 st thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Pre-register in advance as space is limited! Exploring the world of fabric resist techniques thatare safe and famiy-friendly. We ask that you signup for both sessions as these workshops will leadinto one another! *Childrens must be accompaniedby adult* Funded in part by a grant from the City ofRenton Municipal Arts Comission.Monday-Thursday, 10:30am-12:00pmAugust 4 -7 th th$15.00/class per personFamilies, children, youth, all ages!Pre-register in advance as space is limited! 4-day workshop to explore the arts of differentworld for family to enjoy! Scholarships available in part by a grant from theCity of Renton Arts Municipal Commission. Applyhere:

IntergenerationalThursdays, 4:50pm-5:50pmJune 26 -August 28 th thFREEAdults, Seniors, and TeensDrop-ins welcomed!Stop on by for a series of Zumba Aerobic classesusing all dance styles. Every class we will revisit thesteps that we've covered and build onto achoreographed routine. Come join the fun! Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:45pmFREEAdults, TeensDrop-ins welcomed!Join us at the FFCC for a drop-in timewith your friends and/or family! Thursdays, 4:00-5:45pm June 26 , July 10 , and August 14 th th thFREEAdults, Seniors, Families Drop ins welcomed!11Home Grown workshop is an in-depth educationalprogram designed to guide individuals and familiesthrough the journey of homeownership. Whetheryou're a first-time homebuyer, consideringupgrading, or simply seeking to understand the insand outs of owning a home, this workshop providesvaluable knowledge and practical tools. www.familyfirstrenton.orgTuesdays, 11:00am-12:00pmJuly: 1 , 15 29 , August: 5 & 19 st th, th th thFREEFamilies, children, youth, all ages! Join the upcoming workshop(s) to explore science inits many contexts! You may even get a chance totake something home! 7/1- Pollinator science7/15- Marine science7/29- Water science8/5- Earth & Space science8/19- ChemistryWednesday, 11:30am-12:30pmAugust 6 , 20 , 27 th th thFREEFamilies, children, seniors, adults youth, allages! Ignite a passion for plants and gardening. In eachclass, participants will learn about different plantsand how to grow them. You will also be able toplant seeds or small plants to bring home!8/6- Plant a Summer Flowerpot 8/20- Plant a Delicious Herb Container 8/27- Plant an Indoor Cactus & Succulent Bowl

12Facility Rentals Interested in hosting your next meeting at The Family First Community Center?FFCC currently has the Community Meeting Room available for smallermeetings. For more information visit our website! Availability Saturdays from 2-6pm Capacity40 person capacity Options 3 layout designs available www.familyfirstrenton.org