Free Pickleball in Downtown Seattle This Weekend

I know what you're thinking? Why is this here?

Yes, you are right; it has nothing to do with public education or Seattle Schools.

BUT, I am indeed an old person and we seniors love our pickleball. I even volunteer teach a single overview lesson once a week at my Y. It's a great game and especially good for kids as the court is small and the paddle manageable (and it's a paddle, not a racket). 

It looks like fun to me and there IS childcare. Think about it.

From Seattle Parks Foundation:

This weekend. Free pickleball. Downtown Seattle. 🏓🏙️😎
We’re gearing up to welcome hundreds of pickleball players, coaches, and spectators for Pickleball for All this Saturday, August 29 and Sunday, August 30! 6th Avenue between Blanchard and Virginia will be closed off to traffic to become temporary pickleball courts for the weekend.
New to pickleball? On kid duty? No worries! Pickleball for All is for players of all experience levels and is a great option for a free, family-friendly outing. Better yet—early registrants can take a new paddle home for ✨ free ✨(while supplies last), courtesy of Kaiser Permanente!
Join us for one of our biggest events of the year! Register: https://give.seattleparksfoundation.org/.../pickl.../e788867
Pickleball for All is presented in partnership with Seattle Parks Foundation, Seattle Metro Pickleball Association, and the City of Seattle. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor, Amazon.com, and our Official Health Care Partner, Kaiser Permanente.

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