Family events in Skagit County, WA

Children around ages 4 to 7 can enjoy stories, songs, activities, and more while building early literacy skills.

Held on the first Tuesday of the month, this library board game night invites players to enjoy classics like Scrabble and Uno, try new games, and meet new people. A selection will be available to play, and attendees are welcome to bring their own favorites to share.

Designed for babies around 0–24 months, this gathering offers time for caregivers to connect while little ones explore and socialize. Then enjoy Storytime with talking, singing, reading, and play, all supporting babies’ earliest brain development milestones.

Enjoy pizza at MOD Pizza while supporting the MV Mariachi and Folklorico Program. Proceeds help students share Mexican music and dance traditions with the community.

Anacortes School District offers free developmental screenings through its Child Find program for children and young adults ages 3 to 22 when families or caregivers have concerns about learning or development. For ages 3 to 5, the screening may explore speech and language, hearing and vision, early cognitive and readiness skills, motor development, social and emotional growth, and self-help abilities. Each session takes a supportive, play-based approach to understand a child’s strengths and needs, and early identification helps connect students with appropriate support. Children younger than 3 are referred to STEPS. Screenings are available by appointment. To learn more or to schedule, contact Lora Billow at (360) 503-1446 or lbillow@asd103.org.

A storytime for toddlers who have outgrown Baby Storytime but are not quite ready for Preschool Storytime. Little ones can enjoy a balance of play, songs, rhymes, and books that support early learning and cognitive development.

Makerneer & Wiferneer will be at the Burlington Edison High School Craft Fair, with a booth in the Field House. Vendors will also be in the gym and cafeteria.

Explore the world of Sunflower Sea Stars with guest speaker Jason Hodin from UW Friday Harbor Labs. Learn about the efforts underway to protect this species and how people are working toward its recovery. All ages are welcome. Admission is free so everyone can experience the wonders of the sea. RSVPs are appreciated to help with planning. If you wish to contribute, optional donations of any amount support this program and other marine education efforts, and every gift is appreciated.

Skagit County’s Veterans Day parade and tribute marks its 30th year with a community celebration in downtown Burlington honoring those who have served. The procession sets off near Walnut Street, travels along Fairhaven Avenue, and concludes by Skagit Street. Festivities begin with the National Anthem and include a flyover. Spectators will be invited to wave a sea of small American flags, with more than a thousand being shared thanks to Skagit Search & Rescue. Beyond the parade, American Legion Post 91 hosts breakfast and lunch that are open to the public with donations welcomed, and meals are complimentary for veterans. Free coffee will be available at the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, which also features a military display presented with American Legion Post 91. Parade entries are accepted by application, and sponsorship opportunities are offered through Burlington Parks & Recreation.