The streets will be filled with kids with new backpacks, harried parents and yellow buses as Island youth prepare for the inevitable end of summer. Mercer Island public schools begin classes on Aug. 31, but preparations have already started and sports practices have begun. For information on transportation, schedules and more, go to www.misd.k12.wa.us.

St. Monica School began classes on Aug. 17, Northwest Yeshiva High School started on Aug. 23 and the French-American School of Puget Sound begins on Aug. 31.

Saturday | 27

Outdoor Movie: Disney’s “Tangled,” Aug. 27, Mercerdale Park. The movie begins at dusk or approximately 8:30 p.m. PG. Costumes are encouraged for a Prince & Princess Party at 7:30 p.m. For more information: (206) 275-7609.

Wednesday | 31

Islander Aquathon: 6:15 p.m., Aug. 31, Luther Burbank Park. Pacific Aquathon Series. 500 meter swim/5k run or 1k swim/10k run. Presented by Dilettante.

First Day of School for Islander Middle School students: Aug. 31. 6th grade: Students arrive at 8:10 a.m. and meet in cafeteria/MPR at 8:25 a.m. 7th and 8th grade: students drop off bags in 1st period classroom at 11:10 a.m. and meet in gym at 11:25 a.m. 7th and 8th graders, please note: 1) Buses will run three hours later than the usual pick-up time. 2) Lunch will be available for only 6th graders. Lunch is not scheduled this first day of school for 7th and 8th graders.

Wednesday | 7

Probus Club of Mercer Island meeting: 10:30 a.m., Sept. 7, Mercer Island Presbyterian Church, 3605 84th Avenue S.E. Author and Pulitzer Prize winning journalist Bill Dietrich will discuss the historical figure he calls the first modern man, in a talk entitled, “History of Napoleon and the transition of the ancient to modern world.” The public is welcome. Contact: Bob Simonds, (206) 236-2190.

Thursday | 8

Grief & Loss Support Group for Senior Adults: 1-2:30 p.m., Sept. 8, Community Center at Mercer View, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Presented by Mercer Island Youth & Family Services Department. Facilitator: Betsy Zuber. Open to any senior adult who has experienced the loss of a spouse, partner, friend or family member. Registration required. Free. Betsy Zuber: (206) 275-7752, betsy.zuber@mercergov.org.

Friday | 9

Mercer Island High School Class of 1961 50-Year Reunion: Sept. 9-10. Reunion includes a boat ride around Mercer Island, no-host gathering at the Roanoke, dinner on Saturday night. Contacts: Trudy Webster Krastins, (425) 641-3976, kktk@comcast.net; Missy Martine Day, (425) 868-1451, missy@idledown.com.

Monday | 12

Infant/Child and Adult CPR with AED Class: 7-9 p.m., Sept. 12, Main Fire Station, 3030 78th Avenue S.E. Call (206) 275-7607 to reserve a space. Cost: $15 (check or cash, at event).  Please note that this is not a health care provider class. Separate, private classes for health care providers are offered for $175 (up to 20 students) for Infant, Child and Adult CPR and $275 (up to 20 students) for First Aid with Adult CPR. To arrange a class with an instructor, call Jolene Judd at (206) 275-7607.

Tuesday | 13

“House Keys That Open Doors” Reception: 7 p.m., Sept. 13, Mercer Island Community Center, 8236 S.E. 24th Street. Join Habitat for Humanity Seattle/South King County and the community for light refreshments and learn about affordable homeownership, the revitalization of local neighborhoods and global travel and building opportunities with Habitat. Contact: Walt Beerman, (425) 260-4929, habitat@seattle-habitat.org.

Events | Ongoing

Back To School Special Event Sale: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., ongoing through Aug. 27, Mercer Island Thrift Shop, 7710 S.E. 34th Street. Features National Charity League girls as fashion consultants.

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”: Ongoing through Aug. 28. Youth Theatre Northwest, 8805 S.E. 40th St. Fridays/Saturdays: 7 p.m. Sundays: 2 p.m. Wednesdays/Thursdays: 2 p.m. Tickets: (206) 232-4145 ext. 109. www.youththeatre.org.

Summer Food Drive: New Hope International Church is accepting nonperishable food items at Sunday services to help people and families in need. 9170 S.E. 64th Street, (206) 275-1042, www.newhic.org.

Upcoming

Mercer Island Radio Operators meeting: 7 p.m., Sept. 15, Mercer Island Fire Station, 3030 78th Ave. S.E. Learn about amateur radio communications and emergency preparedness. www.mirohams.org.

Mercer Island High School Class of 1981 30-Year Reunion: Sept. 16-17. All 1981 classmates are invited to attend. If you know classmates who would like to attend, please share the information. Wormburner Golf Tournament: Sept. 16, Willows Run Golf Course. Evening Get-Together: Sept. 16, Roanoke Inn. Reunion Dinner: Sept. 17, Mercer Island Community Center. Sign up at www.mihsclassof81.com.

Library

Friends of the Mercer Island Library Silent Auction: 10 a.m., ongoing through Sept. 6. Features special books and media, during regular library hours. All bids must be made in writing at the library. All proceeds support Mercer Island Library programs and activities.

Mercer Island Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale: Sept. 9-11, during library open hours. Pre-sale for members: Sept. 8. Nonmembers can join at the door. Over 10,000 books of all genres plus media. Most items priced 50 cents to $2. New items will be added daily.

The Frazzled Mom’s Guide to Friendship and Renewal: 1:30 p.m., Sept. 18. Join local Mercer Island co-authors, Linda Williams Rorem and Carol Gullstad, as they discuss ways to make women happier and healthier. Please register.

eReader and Digital Downloads Demonstration: 10 a.m., Sept. 24. Learn how to download KCLS eBooks to your eReader or computer during this Digital Downloads demonstration.

Mercer Island Saturday Matinee Film Series: “Libeled Lady” (1936), 1 p.m., Sept. 24.

Teens

Teen Zone: 1:45 p.m., Mondays, Sept. 12-26. Hang out, do homework, play board games or just chat.