For Kids

Act II Books and Puppets carries the full line of Folkmanis puppets that range in size from finger puppets to larger hand puppets. We offer unique gift ideas by pairing the puppets with children’s books. The books come in board book size for children under 4 years or soft cover and hard cover books for older children or adults to read to their kids.

Callahan’s Firehouse is a Glass Studio and Art Gallery in beautiful downtown Langley providing a fine art shopping adventure, espresso, and glass blowing experience. Just about anyone can blow glass; children, bridesmaids, groomsmen, grandmothers, grandfathers, heck the whole family and even those business groups knee deep in team building can take a break and enjoy glass blowing.

Appointments are required for glass blowing. Visit website to make appointment online.

The Coupeville Boys & Girls Club’s mission is to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens. We offer an array of year-round activities for children ages 5 – 18. Programs include academic activities, fine arts, healthy habits, science, summer camp, athletics, and programs for teens. We accept members from all of Whidbey Island, especially those in Coupeville, Greenbank, Freeland, Langley, and Clinton!

After school proram for junior & senior high school students.

Photographs, maps, pioneer diaries, oral accounts and historic items from the museum’s collection are just a few of the things that will educate visitors about Whidbey and take them from the early days of settlement to the present day.

The NWLA Cultural Center is a 501c3 non–profit organization that makes it possible for local community to become part of a larger, global community through the study of languages, cultural programs and immersion.

Orca Network – Connecting whales and people in the Pacific Northwest. Projects include the Whale Sighting Network, Educational Programs, the Central Puget Sound Marine Mammal Stranding Network, the campaign to retire Lolita/Tokitae, the last survivor of the orcas captured in Penn Cove, and the Langley Whale Center. The Langley Whale Center is open Thursday – Sunday, 11 am – 5 pm. Come learn about the whales and marine mammals of the Salish Sea, check out books from our Marine Lending Library, watch films and talk to our volunteer docents. Check out our great gift shop before you leave!

Inspired Objects for the Isle of Whidbey
Island Makers- Peggy Juve (textile artist)
Meredith MacLeod (mixed media artist)
Marcia Derse (fabric designer)
Emily Derse Pelichero (art conservator)

The South Whidbey Historical Society collects, preserves and presents information, stories and artifacts of our history, weaving together the diverse experiences of our people as context for today’s decision makers and inspiration for tomorrow’s leaders.

Activities are available for both children and adults. Come join us for some fun at the park! Check out our Programs or Events on our website or pickup a copy of our Activity Guide at all South Whidbey Post Offices, Libraries, Chambers of Commerce, or the Park District office.

The Mission of the South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District is parks, facilities, and recreation programs for the citizens of South Whidbey Island.

The Machine Shop offers a classic collection of arcade and pinball machines. These retro machines provide entertainment for the whole family. Located right up Second Street with 65 machines, local artwork on the walls, neon lights, and live music monthly,  The Machine Shop is a welcome blast from the past.

The mission of the Whidbey Camano Land Trust is to actively involve the community in protecting, restoring, and appreciating the important natural habitats and resource lands that support the diversity of life on our islands and in the waters of Puget Sound.

We hold a vision where protected lands and waters are universally treasured assets on our thriving islands.

If you enjoy the beautiful, natural surroundings of Whidbey and Camano Islands and want to protect these irreplaceable features for current and future generations, please donate now and become a member of the Land Trust today.

Whidbey Children’s Theater is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of youth by creating opportunities to discover, experience, and participate in the performing arts.

We believe that the performing arts have a valuable place in our community, and that through participation in the arts children will develop their unique selves in an environment that embraces the whole person and emphasizes support, collaboration, and trust. We strive to engage in collaborative efforts with the larger community of arts groups wherever possible and recognize the positive impact such endeavors have on the community as a whole.

Visit our website for upcoming events and ways to get involved.

Whidbey Island Arts Council (WIAC) assists local artists and arts organizations by providing advice, financial aid and sponsorship; and to encourage arts education at all levels and increased community awareness of and support for the arts and culture of Whidbey Island.

The Whidbey Island Fair provides entertainment and a place for all of us to gather with family and friends to celebrate the fruits of our labors and enjoy that which is so special about Island county.