Busybee Magazine

09/05/2021

Happy Mother's Day!

Mothers Day should be everyday. Listen to this.

31/01/2017

Yakima moms: Have you or someone you know experienced a long physical recovery or ongoing medical conditions since giving birth? Have you struggled to find an OBGYN in town who has the time or expertise to address those concerns with you, even if they’ve persisted for months? Reporter Molly Rosbach wants to hear from you! Email her at [email protected] or call 509-577-7728 for a story on post-pregnancy medical issues & the treatment options (or lack thereof) available here in Yakima.

07/05/2016

Admission to Primary 2 Camp at Ghormley Meadow

Great deal for Camp Ghormley!

Ghormley Meadow | Admission to Primary 2 Camp at Ghormley Meadow | Yakima, WA | Seize the Deal

05/05/2016

$39 -- 2 Tickets: Mt. Rainier Railroad Ride, 50% Off

Good deal on tickets for the Mt. Rainier Railroad. Summer fun?

This offer saves more than 50% on two tickets to a steam train ride on the Mt. Rainier Railroad, plus admission to the logging museum.

13/06/2015

Christian-based childcare facility is looking for a new director, Early Childhood degree preferred. Applicants must be 21+, have 2+ years of experience working in childcare, 30+ EC credits from accredited college, and STARS certification. Send resume/letter of inquiry to The Home Zone, c/o Selah United Methodist Church, 1061 Selah Loop Road, Selah, WA 98942

05/06/2015

Cool science shows at the library next week!

Summer Reading Sign Ups begin MONDAY! Mark your calendars for some of our amazing summer events!

03/06/2015

Noel

08/05/2015

Great deal for sending your kiddos to camp this summer! Our family has stayed at Ghormley a couple times and it's a great place. http://www.seizethedeal.com/deals/primary-one-camp-at-ghormley-meadow

04/02/2015

Local families are starting a chapter of the Mended Little Hearts foundation. Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common birth defect in the US, affecting 1 in 100 babies. All heart families are invited to the inaugural meeting of the Mended Little Hearts of Central Washington, Feb. 10 at 6:00pm at Children’s Village in Yakima. For questions or to RSVP email [email protected] or call 509-834-1506 or 509-949-3203.

04/12/2014

The Bridge Community Center at Yakima Alliance Church (902 S 36th Ave) has a Mom and Tots play group that meets every Tuesday from 9:30am-11:30am in the nursery. Moms are invited to come and connect with other moms while their children play together. This is a place to ask questions, get advice and to get confirmation that you are not alone in this parenting thing! The Bridge nursery has great toys for all ages and napping rooms if needed. For more info, contact
Renee Navarrete at [email protected]

24/11/2014

Dutch Bros Coffee of Yakima is hosting a Toy Drive and "Buck for Kids Day" on Friday, Dec. 5th. For every drink sold that day, Dutch Bros will donate $1.00 to Children's Village! AND for every new toy donated that day—to help collect toys for the Children's Village Holiday Festival—Dutch Bros will give you a card good for a free coffee on your next visit. Dutch Bros is near the westside Walmart on Nob Hill Blvd.

24/11/2014

The LDS Church at 705 S. 38th Ave (behind Goodwill/Ace Hardware) invites the public to a holiday pageant, "Come Let Us Adore Him," with performances on Dec. 4, 5 and 6. Free admission. See the image for more.

16/11/2014

CoMotion Dance

Moscow Ballet tickets available today at the Capitol!

🎁🎄what a great day for the ballet! Get your tickets quick!! Still available for our Moscow Ballet performance at 5pm today at the Capitol Theatre!!

28/10/2014

14 Amazing Bookish Halloween Costumes for Children - BOOK RIOT

Too cute! I love Max and the Wild Things...

Halloween approaches. Let's prepare by cooing over these bookish Halloween costumes for the littlest of readers.

01/08/2014

"Disney Live - Mickey's Music Festival" is coming to the Yakima SunDome in August. Has anyone seen this type of Disney show before? I think the ice shows are awesome, but I haven't seen this kind. (Link with more info is posted in the comments.)

29/07/2014

Ellensburg's getting ready to build a water park. How cool!!!

8 years in the works and the owner of the future Lakeside Landing Waterpark and Resort in Ellensburg says they're ready to break ground.
Construction should start within three months and opening is slated for 2015. -- Natalie Eucce

11/06/2014

The Yakima Valley Pippins baseball team is hosting a free clinic for kids on Saturday, June 21. Click the link for more info!

Calling all kids, ages 6-14! The Pippins have partnered with Central Washington Chevy dealers to present a FREE baseball clinic Saturday June 21st at County Stadium. Space is limited so sign up today.

MORE INFO: http://pippinsbaseball.com/news/index.html?article_id=78

30/05/2014

Yakima Greenway Foundation | Kiddin' Around

The Yakima Greenway has lots of fun Kiddin' Around events planned this spring and summer. Check out the list of activities — most are FREE! http://www.yakimagreenway.org/ #!kiddin-around/ch7a

The purpose of the Yakima Greenway Foundation is to conserve, enhance and maintain the Yakima Greenway as a continuing living resource for future generations. Parks, pathways and natural areas along the Yakima and Naches rivers.

29/05/2014

Apple Tree Junior Golf Progressive Academy: Wednesdays from June 18 - August 6 this summer. Designed for both new and experienced junior golfers ages 7-17, this 8-week program has 4 levels with the opportunity to graduate to the next level each summer. The cost is just $110 and includes a golf shirt. To sign up, or for more information, visit appletreeresort.com or call Kevin Anderson at 509.731.8078.

22/04/2014

Naches Barracudas Swim Team

The Naches Barracudas Swim Team is hosting a sign-up event on Wednesday, May 14th from 5-8 p.m. at The Apple Cart Deli in Naches. Kids ages 5 (finished K) through 18. No swimming experience necessary. Season lasts from June 2 - July 31st. Kids from Naches, Highland, Yakima and West Valley are eligible. See www.nachesswim.com for details.
E-mail [email protected] or call Lynn DeVore at (509) 654-0611 with questions.

Naches Barracudas Swim Team information

11/04/2014

Moms and Coffee Survey

Moms, a friend needs your help with a very quick 3-question survey for her college math class. Thanks for your help! https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/FHQ72V3

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31/03/2014

It's almost time for All About Fun's annual spring break party! This year they'll set up 28 bounce houses, slides, obstacle courses and more at Selah's Wixson Park from noon to 3 p.m. on Tuesday. Admission is by donation; funds will go to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for breast cancer research. Have fun!

27/03/2014

The Survival Mom

Are Legos your secret anti-burglar weapon?

26/03/2014

Yakima Valley Great Cloth Diaper Change

Do you use cloth diapers? Or at least want to be a part of the world's largest cloth diapering event? On April 26th at 11 am you can join the action and try to break the current world record for most cloth diapers changed at the same time around the world. (Last year the unofficial number of babies changed was 10,026 around the world.)

The Yakima Valley Great Cloth Diaper Change will be taking place at Whitney Elementary (4411 W Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima). At 11 am SHARP! So make sure you are there with plenty of time to get signed in and set up.

There will also be a Healthy Homes, Happy Families Expo going on at the same location, from 10am -2pm. So you will also be able to shop local vendors, and check out some mini seminars!

Come be apart of the Worlds Largest Cloth Diapering Event! April 26th at 11 am we will be taking part in trying to break the current World record for most cloth diapers changed at the same time around the world. (Last year the unofficail number of babies changed was 10,026 around the world). The Ya...

23/03/2014

Want a fun, musical summer activity for your child? Summer Piano/Vocal Boot camps begin in June, but dates are being booked right now. Don't miss out on this opportunity to schedule your child early, as spots fill up very quickly. For more information contact LaSarah Montgomery at 509-426-1852 or [email protected].

13/03/2014

The Yakima Valley Museum will host the 3rd annual Blossom Festival — an event for young kids — from 5-7:30 p.m. April 11. Activities include a silent auction, decorating and planting your very own flower pot, face painting, hair feathers, crafts, music, games and more! Child-friendly food and beverages will be served. Admission is $10 per adult, $5 per child, and no more than $25 per family. Tickets can be purchased at the Yakima Valley Museum. There may be a small charge for some activities.

08/03/2014

March 20th is Math Night at St. Paul Cathedral School. Open to the public. Hot dog dinner available for $5 between 6:00-6:30. Then the fun and games start at 6:30-8:00.

March 20th is Math Night at St. Paul Cathedral School. All is invited and opened to the public. We will have a hot dog dinner availble for $5 between 6:00-6:30. Then the fun and games start at 6:30-8:00. Come by and say hi!

27/02/2014

This 4-Year-Old Makes Paper Dresses With Her Mom -- And They Keep Getting MORE Outrageous

And the cool mommy award goes to...

By Ilana Wiles, Mommy Shorts I started following a little over a year ago. Back then she was posting the typical stuff you see from moms on Instagram -- pics of her daughter at the park, pics of her daughter eating breakfast an...

30/01/2014

Tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. Friday for Kidz Bop. The Kidz Bop Kids will perform March 29 at the Yakima Convention Center. Doors open at 3:00 p.m., and the show starts at 4:00 p.m., with the VIP meet-and-greet following the show. VIP Tickets: $55. General Admission: $23.50 and $16.50. Buy tickets at ticketfly.com.

30/01/2014

Do you love shows like Cirque du Soleil? Cirque Eloise's Cirkopolis is going to be a really fun show at The Capitol Theatre on Feb. 10 and 11. Tickets start at $20, available at ticketswest.com. Save a few bucks on fees by purchasing at the Capitol box office. http://youtu.be/36EgQ2hkBeA

30/01/2014

Do your kids love the soundtrack to Frozen? The Majestic theater is showing the Frozen Sing-A-Long, opening Friday, Jan. 31. Have some fun while singing along with the lyrics on the screen. Daily showtimes are 12:20pm, 2:55pm, 6:20pm, and 8:40pm — good thru Thursday, Feb. 6. Standard matinee/evening admission rates.

24/01/2014

Check Out These Two Brothers As They Recreate Photos From Their Childhood

Hope you have a great weekend! Here's a Friday funny...

The Luxton brothers are delving deep into their past with this photo project. Follow their blog for more! (h/t BoredPanda )

16/01/2014

Eisenhower High soccer players are hosting a Spring Break Soccer Camp for boys and girls in K-6. The camp will be held April 2-3 from 9-10:30 am @ Gilbert Elementary. The cost is $10 for one day or $20 for both days. For more info, or to RSVP, contact Tyler Suhm at 573-2698 or by email at [email protected].

08/01/2014

A Christian support group for single moms group is starting next month in Terrace Heights. The group, HOPE AND HELP FOR SINGLE LADIES, will meet at 6:30 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Feb. 4. Children are welcome. Meetings will be at a home; call Kathleen at 509-969-2343 for more info.

The group will be based around a book called "Hope and Help for Single Moms: 21 Principles of a Healthy Single Mom." Meetings will include book discussion, fellowship, prayer and group activities with the kids.

26/12/2013

A little day-after-Christmas skating? Chalet Place Ice Rink is open today and tomorrow from 10-7.

We'll be open 10-7 Thursday and Friday. Burn off some of your child's candy fueled excess energy with an hour of skating.