It’s National Volunteer week April 21-27!
So many folks pitch in to make BFPP the special place it is. Shelving library books and curriculum, cleaning shared spaces, organizing the free store, chaperoning field trips, leading clubs, supervising the playground, mentoring new families, serving on committees, planning special events, connecting with students... these are just some of the priceless contributions of BFPP volunteers. We are so thankful for you and all you do!
Earth Day, April 22nd at 11 am in the basement Multipurpose Room
Join Laura (Owner, Gardener and Florist of Humble Bouquet and BFPP Mom) to create with beautiful, seasonal flowers. You will learn design basics and practical mechanics for making your very own seasonal garden arrangements in a small group setting. You will create your own floral arrangement out of a variety of locally-grown flowers and foliage (From Laura's Garden), which you can take home afterward. Bring some clippings from your garden to share if you have them and a vase. Some vases and snips will be available as well.
New Families and Current Families with children that will be 5 years old before September 3rd please come to our Open House at BFPP on April 25th 11-12:30 PM. We would love to meet and answer any and all questions.
** We would love to have parent volunteers interested in helping set up this event. Please contact Teacher Sammy or Principal Kate if you are available to help.
When: May 9th at 1 pm (dress rehearsal May 8th 3:30 – 5:00).
Where: BFPP gym
Who: You! Or, anyone who wants to share their PERFORMING ART talent with the BFPP community. Adults and families encouraged too! The teachers will even share a collective talent with you….
Please mark your calendar for May 9th so you can come and witness all the amazing talent we have among us here at BFPP, even if you do not want to participate as a performing artist.
If you are interested in sharing your performing art talent, please fill out the application below. All applications are due today!
We can’t wait to celebrate our creative community during this BFPP tradition.
-Erica and Laura
Questions? Contact Erica Wolverton or Laura McGough.
In Board Game Class there is a LOT more going on than meets the eye. Kids are doing math as they keep score, practicing taking turns, understanding having fun vs winning, practicing strategic and mathematical/logical thinking, and having a chance to be a leader as they teach games to others. As we progress in class we will be talking about what makes a good game and (if students choose) begin planning our own board game creations. Board Games class is for 3-5th graders on Wednesday mornings from 10- 11:55. There is a lot of space left. Just email Carrie.Vining@bellinghamschools.org Come join us!
BSO Concert at Mount Baker Theater
The Bellingham Symphony Orchestra will be performing Ellis Island: The Dream of America as part of the MBT Education Series on Friday, May 3, 2024 at 12:15.
BFPP has 50 free seats reserved. Currently all free tickets are spoken for, but you can add your name to the waitlist here, or purchase tickets for $8 from the Mount Baker Theater website.
Free Admission to Whatcom Museum
Friday, May 3 is also First Friday which means free admission to the Whatcom Museum. Pair a free concert with a free trip to the museum!
WWU Dance Performance
Friday, May 3 at 10 a.m. at WWU Performing Arts Center Mainstage
BFPP has reserved 60 seats for this free WWU Dance Performance Educational Matinee.
Bellingham Parks and Rec have tons of summer opportunities available for youth and families. Adults and children residing in Bellingham city limits may qualify to receive a $200 scholarship per calendar year to be used for rec programming. To learn more and download an application please click here.
