For boys and girls ages 11-15. This class provides the skills needed to individuals to provide safe and responsible care to children while babysitting. Participants learn about professionalism, age and stage development of children, safety procedures, basic care and first aid for children of all ages. Students receive a certification card and handbook upon completion of the course. The program fee is $50. Please call the YWCA to pre-register.

Dear Skiers: Here's your chance to "Earn your Turns" this year and have a front row seat for some exciting race action: The Mission Ridge Ski Team is looking for 10 "Gate Judges", aka "Gatekeepers," for the 2008-2009 race season, which includes 7 days of racing. Gatekeepers will receive a Mission Ridge Season Pass they can use any other days that Mission Ridge is open. Gatekeepers program requirements: 1) Must be able to ski or ride well enough to navigate Skookum run and be able to position themselves on the hill. 2) Must be 18 years or older 3) Attend a meeting prior to the first race of the season to meet the MRST race staff and receive training. Training will include watching a presentation which explains the program and the sport of ski racing, and a short video which outlines the responsibilities of gate judges. 4) Gatekeepers must sign a USSA and MRSA liability waiver. 5) Gatekeepers will be required to work all 7 race days, including Apple Cup Invitational (January 10-11), Hampton Cup (March 14-15), and Northwest Cup Finals (April 4-6). If you have questions, please write me at the address below. Thanks! BMW Barry M. Wise Chief of Race MRST 2009 Season

A fun-filled afternoon of music for listening and dancing. $5.00/person - tickets at the door - includes light refreshments.. all ages welcome

The Wenatchee Jazz Workshop presents “Jazznights.” Visiting professional jazz artists will perform with local students. (Wenatchee High School, Eastmont Jr. High, Wenatchee Middle Schools) Also joining the line-up will be special guests Central Washington University’s award winning jazz ensemble. All seats: $8.

The Wenatchee Jazz Workshop presents “Jazznights” featuring six of the jazz world’s finest artists: Tom Peterson, saxophone, Clayton Jenkins, trumpet, Ira Nepus, trombone, Jeff D’Angelo, bass, Dick Weller, drums and Rich Eames, piano. Opening the show will be Wenatchee's own “Big Band.” This will be a night of live music you will not soon forget! Adults $15/students $8

Is your family dog the next Pupcasso? Bring your doggie to the Wenatchee Valley Museum and help him or her create a work of art! Materials provided. Art event co-sponsored by Wenatchee Valley Humane Society, McDee's Art Center and Dogwise.com.

"Oil + Water." This award-winning film tells the story of two world-class kayakers who travel from Alaska to Argentina in a truck that runs on natural oils. Through 16 countries they paddled, explored and promoted alternative fuel sources through community gatherings and workshops. Enjoy breathtaking footage of whitewater paddling along with the enthusiasm of its "stars." Sponsored by NCW Audubon Society. Film series presented by WVMCC, Chelan-Douglas Land Trust and Trust for Public Land.

Exceptional regional wines from 16 members of the Columbia Cascade Winery Association will be paired with delectable morsels from area chefs. Sample the tastes of the region while browsing through the museum!

TechGYRLS is for girls only ages 10-14. TechGYRLS Graphic Design is held during a Wenatchee School District no school day. Participants will meet a graphic designer, learn what they do, and how they can be a graphic designer. Have fun and make new friends while designing a printing a t-shirt. Program fee is $15. Call the YWCA to pre-register. Limited scholarships are available.

Jake Lodato of the Clean Energy Coalition will present a brief update on the status of "Peak Oil" in the world, then a tour through the current alternative fuels melange in the USA including ethanol, methanol, biobutanol, biodiesel, compressed natural gas (CNG), propane (LPG), hydrogen, and hybrid and electric vehicles--EVs, HEVs and PHEVs. Guaranteed to spin your brain!