Babysitter Training

Calling all 11-15 year olds!  Come learn everything you need to know to be a confident, knowledgeable, and skilled babysitter.  Just in time for those summer babysitting jobs.  Upon successful completion of the Babysitter Training  Course, participants will receive an American Red Cross Babysitter Training Certification, reference guide and more.  The training will be held on Monday, May 16 from 9:00 until 5:00 pm in the basement of the Yachats Commons.  The cost is $35 and pre-registration is required.  Everyone should bring a sack lunch.  For more information or to register for this class, call Ceci Pratt at your local Red Cross Chapter at 541-265-7182, or the Yachats Youth & Family Activities Program at 541-547-4599.

Knit and Crochet Social

Join us for a casual-all ages-all skill levels knit and crochet social every first and third Thursday of the month from 6:30 PM-7:30 PM  at the Yachats Commons in room #4. Bring yarn, needles, something you’re working on, or just yourself. It is a great way to meet new people and also learn new techniques from local knitters and crocheters. Cost: Free. Questions? Call (541) 547-4599.

ParentTalk coming to Yachats

Local mom and Early Childhood Educator, Kelly Everfree, will be leading discussions about the joys and difficulties of parenting. Here is an opportunity to ask some questions about parenting and listen as she shares her knowledge and experience. ParentTalk  is March 9, 16, 30 and April 6, 13, 20 at 9:30 AM at the Yachats Library. Free. For more information call (541) 547-4599

Knit and Crochet Social

Join us for a casual-all ages-all skill levels knit and crochet social every first and third Thursday of the month from 6:30 PM-7:30 PM  at the Yachats Commons in room #4. Bring yarn, needles, something you’re working on, or just yourself. It is a great way to meet new people and also learn new techniques from local knitters and crocheters. Cost: Free. Questions? Call (541) 547-4599.

Knit and Crochet Social

All ages and skill levels are invited to knit or crochet every first and third Thursday of the month from 6:30 PM-7:30 PM starting November 4th . On November 4th plan to meet in the Yachats Commons basement but the following Knit and Crochet socials will be at the Yachats Commons in room #4. Bring yarn, needles, something you’re working on, or just yourself. Cost: Free. Questions? Call (541) 547-4599.

Registration Open for Amazing Artifacts!

Amazing Artifacts

August 9-13

10-2 PM

Come and learn about Yachats’ history, traditions and natives. We will be spending time outdoors; exploring Yachats’ history through nearby trails; identifying wild local food sources and unearthing a few mysteries surrounding past tribal people through artifacts. This class has a participation limit, so hurry and sign-up as registration is required. Deadline: July 30. The cost is $45 and scholarships are available. Call (541)547-4599 to pre-register.

Hurry! Sign-up! Spots are filling up fast!

Beading 101

Ages: 10+

Cost: Free 18 under/ Adults: $1

When: Wednesdays at 4-5 PM

Learn to bead including: stringing necklaces, memorywire bracelets, and cabochon.

Self-Defense 101

Ages: 11+

Cost: Free 18 under/ Adults: $10

When: August 16-20 from 4-6 PM

Learn techniques to help defend yourself in stressful situations. Registration required.


Swing Dance 101

Ages: 11+

Cost: Free

When: Tuesday, August 24th from 4-5 PM

Learn how to swing dance. Registration required.

To register, call (541) 547-4599

Fishing 101 at YYFAP

The Yachats Youth and Family Activities Program is now offering a free beginners fishing class. Learn where to fish ; when to fish; and how to choose a rod and reel, baits and lures, rigs, hooks, knots and other fishing tackle.  Fishing 101 starts Monday, July 12th and Wednesday, July 14th from 2- 3 PM in the Yachats Commons basement. There will also be a special fishing trip up the Yachats River road on July 17th where participants can practice their new fishing skills. Pre-registration required. To register, please call (541) 547-4599.