Happenings | Feb. 5 edition
Published 1:30 am Tuesday, February 3, 2026
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EVENTS
Tax help: Volunteers from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) are offering free tax preparation again this year, on Thursdays at the Vashon Lutheran Church, beginning on Feb. 5 and ending April 9. The free service is available to anyone, regardless of age. However, AARP-prepared returns are limited to non-complex returns. Acceptable returns can include wages (W-2), Social Security and pensions (1099R), unemployment (1099G), dividends/interest (1099INT/DIV), capital gains (1099B), and self-employment (1099NEC) income — no inventory, depreciation or rental income. To make an appointment, email VashonAARP@gmail.com, noting your phone number and the best time to call.
VYBS winter clinics: Vashon Youth Baseball & Softball will offer free winter clinics to help island athletes prepare for the spring season; registration is required.
Throwing and pitching clinics for baseball will be held Saturday, Feb. 7, and Sundays, Feb. 15 and 22, in the Vashon High School gym. Batting clinics for both baseball and softball will run Sundays, March 1, 8 and 15, at the Chautauqua covered play area. For details and to register, visit vybs.net.
Super Bowl: Vashon Rotary invite all to watch Super Bowl LX — the long-awaited rematch of the Seattle Seahawks and the New England Patriots — at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 8, at Vashon Theater. Hosted for the 17th annual time by Aaron Hendon and Mike England, the Vashon Super Bowl event is free, with donations to Rotary’s Alzheimer’s/Demetia Action Group (ADRAG) encouraged. Admission is free but tickets must be obtained in advance at sportapalooza17.com. Local businesses are also encouraged to buy airtime ads for the event — at $100 each. a true bargain compared to the cost of advertising in the televised Super Bowl.
Living with grief: A series of group sessions focused on living with grief, led by therapist Kenny Alton, continues Mondays at Women Hold the Key, 9822 SW Gorsuch Road. The series is presented in collaboration with RJs Kids, Women Hold the Key and End of Life Conversations Vashon. Sessions will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9; 4 to 5:30 p.m. Feb. 23; 6 to 7:30 p.m. March 9; and 4 to 5:30 p.m. March 23. To register or for more information, contact Susan Pitiger at 206-818-4232 or email judith.neary@gmail.com.
Garden club: The Vashon-Maury Island Garden Club will hold its monthly meeting at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 9, at the Bethel Church gym. Following a brief business meeting, guest speakers Anne Atwell and Sisters — “The Septic Sisters” — will discuss septic system health and maintenance. The meeting is open to the public.
Indivisible Vashon: Indivisible Vashon will hold its monthly membership meeting from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 11, at Vashon United Methodist Church. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Former Washington state Senate Majority Leader Sharon Nelson will speak, and the meeting will include updates on Washington legislation and a “state of the race” discussion. Organizers said the meeting will also cover ways to get involved locally.
Rainbow Blingo: The Senior Center’s annual Rainbow Blingo fundraiser will return at 6 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, at Camp Burton. Hosted by drag queen Louvel, the event includes bingo games, drinks, hors d’oeuvres from Camp Burton chefs and an auction of desserts. Game winners can take home prizes including cash, tickets to the 5th Avenue Theatre and more. Get tickets and find out more at vashoncenter.org/rainbow-blingo.
Inclusion Island Valentine’s celebration: Inclusion Island will host a Valentine’s Day celebration from 7 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 13, at Bethel Church, 14736 Bethel Lane SW. The evening will include a movie, popcorn, Valentine-making and treats, and is open to participants’ friends and family.
Support group: Vashon’s chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Friends and Family Support Group will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Vashon Presbyterian Church library. This is an in-person meeting and no longer includes Zoom participation. Questions? Call 425-221-1142.
Ultimate Frisbee: Islanders of all ages and skill levels are invited to a free, weekly drop-in ultimate Frisbee game sponsored by the Vashon Park District. Games are held from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Mondays under the lights at Vashon High School Stadium. For more information, email nic.warmenhoven@gmail.com.
Free community dinners: Free community dinners are served Mondays through Fridays from 5 to 5:30 p.m. at Vashon Presbyterian Church, 17708 Vashon Hwy SW, hosted by the Interfaith Council to Prevent Homelessness.
VASHON LIBRARY
Teen hangout: Teens in grades 6–12 can drop in for crafts, games and Nintendo Switch play most Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. at the library. Snacks are provided.
How to Library: The Vashon Library will host a “How to Library” program from 1 to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, focusing on how to use Libby. The program will include time for questions and support, with snacks and warm beverages provided. The series is presented in partnership with the Vashon-Maury Senior Center and is sponsored by Vashon Friends of the Library. Registration is not required.
SENIOR CENTER
Enjoy a hot lunch at noon on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and the following activities throughout the week at the Vashon Senior Center, 10004 SW Bank Road, unless noted otherwise.
Low Vision Group: The Vashon Low Vision Group will meet at 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Vashon Senior Center. The group meets the first Thursday of the month and offers an open discussion for people with vision challenges.
Spinal mobility class: “Spinal Mobility and Decompression on the Chair with Margaret” will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Feb. 6, in the Ober Park exercise room.
Property tax exemption talk: Dawn Yadron, a community ambassador with the Dispute Resolution Center of King County, will present an “In the Center Talk” at 1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at the Vashon Senior Center. Yadron will discuss the center’s HOMES Program, which helps seniors, veterans and people with disabilities apply for a property tax exemption. The program is funded by VSHSL.
First Friday: Watercolor artist Jeff Good will be featured during First Friday from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 6, at the Vashon Senior Center.
Senior Saints haircuts: Donnie Myers of the Estuary will offer free “Senior Saints” haircuts at 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 9, at the Vashon Senior Center. Reservations are required; call the center to schedule.
Watercolor class: The Vashon Senior Center will host a watercolor class with guest artist Jeff Good from 2 to 4 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 12. Good, the center’s featured artist, will present a watercolor demonstration.
Strength training: A new weekly session of strength training will take place from 8:45-9:30 a.m. Mondays at the Center. Sit or stand; all levels welcome. The program is also offered Wednesdays.
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Vashon-Maury Community Council: The council holds regular in-person meetings on the third Thursday of the month.
Water District 19: Usually holds regular board meetings on the second Tuesday of the month at the district’s board room at 17630 100th Ave SW. Visit water19.com.
Vashon Health Care District: Holds regular meetings the fourth Thursday of the month at Vashon Presbyterian Church, 17708 Vashon Hwy SW, and on Zoom. Visit vashonhealthcare.org for more information.
Vashon Island School District: The board holds regular meetings on the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, at Chautauqua Elementary School, Room 302, 9309 SW Cemetery Road. Visit vashonsd.org.
Vashon Island Fire & Rescue: VIFR’s board typically meets on the fourth Wednesday evening of each month. Visit vifr.org for more information.
King County Cemetery District #1: Meetings are typically held at 1 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month, at the cemetery office at 19631 Singer Rd SW. Visit vashoncemetery.org.
