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Community Special Events
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Polar Dip &
Resolution
Walk/Run
New year, same epic plunge!
Join us for the 2026 Polar
Dip & Resolution Walk/Run
— complete with music,
popcorn, hot cocoa, and
plenty of good vibes. Walk
or jog 2.7 miles around Lake
Padden at 11:00 am, then
take the plunge at noon! Bring your towel, warm clothes,
and shoes that can get wet!
Santa 5k
It's the most wonderful 5K of the year! Join
us for a jolly jog on Saturday, December 20 –
register today before it's too late! Details
on page 18 or visit cob.org/races.
DAY/DATE: Saturday / February 7
TIME: 1:30–3:30 pm (Sensory Friendly 1:30–2:30 pm)
AGES: 2nd grade and younger, with an adult
LOCATION: Bloedel Donovan Community Building
COST: $5 suggested donation
COORDINATOR: Rosa Caldwell
Valentine's Day Party &
Sensory-Friendly Party
Celebrate the day of love with the ones you love! Families
of 2nd graders and younger are invited to play and wear
festive outfits, make crafts, and win prizes playing games
at our booths. From 1:30–2:30 pm we will offer a Sensory
Friendly experience. During this time, we will have a limited
supply of headphones, gloves, and fidgets at the door for
families to use while visiting the party.
DAY/DATE: Thursday / January 1, 2026
TIME: Walk/Run: 11:00 am; Dip: 12:00 pm sharp!
AGES: All ages (16 and under with an adult)
LOCATION: Lake Padden West Entrance
Meet in front of the bath house
COST: FREE
COORDINATOR: Patrick Ulinski
Photo by Jon Brunk
Runnin' O' the Green 5K
Time to get jiggy with us (Irish jig that
is) and tiptoe through the shamrocks
on Saturday, March 14! Find all the
details on page 19, or visit cob.org/races.
Photo by Jon Brunk
