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Author Events
370594
Author Event: Brian Lies
Brian Lies discusses his bestseller Bats at the Library, the story of a group of book-loving bats.
425.385.3530
http://www.ubookstore.com
9/11/08

Ages: 4-8
Time: 11am
Cost: Free

University Book Store

Mill Creek Town Center 15311 Main Street
Bothell, WA 98012


Author Events
366147
Erin Hunter
Best-selling British author Erin Hunter reads from Warriors: Power of Three, Book 4: Eclipse.
206.789.5006
http://www.secretgardenbooks.com
9/11/08

Ages: 9-18
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: Free

Adams Elementary School

6110 28th Avenue NW
Seattle, WA 98107


Exhibits
345969
Inspiring Impressionism
Inspiring Impressionism: The Impressionists and the Art of the Past includes nearly 100 works from major artists of this period on display alongside the earlier works that inspired them.
206.654.3100
http://www.seattleartmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 6/19/08 - 9/21/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-18
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Seattle Art Museum

1300 First Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101


Exhibits
339761
International Aerospace Art Exhibit
More than 50 aerospace-themed paintings and sculptures are on display.
206.764.5720
http://www.museumofflight.org
Ongoing Daily 6/13/08 - 9/14/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-18
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: Free with admission

The Museum of Flight

9404 East Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA 98108


Exhibits
303416
The Last Polar Bear
More than 40 photographs reveal the challenges faced by polar bears due to the impact of global warming on their habitat. The exhibit also includes film footage and recorded sounds of polar bears.
206.543.5590
http://www.burkemuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 6/28/08 - 12/31/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 6-18
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture

NE 45th Street and 17th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98195


Exhibits
302292
Butterflies & Blooms
The Butterflies & Blooms exhibit features an abundance of colorful flowering plants and almost 1,000 butterflies.
206.525.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/23/08 - 9/30/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Regular zoo hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA 98103


Fairs & Festivals
367518
Puyallup Fair
Livestock viewing, animal petting, the rodeo, those famous scones, rides, lots of free kids' activities and entertainment, including the Toonzville activity area, where kids can meet favorite Nickelodeon costumed characters, including SpongeBob SquarePants and Patrick, the Backyardigans, Dora and Diego, and the Fairly OddParents. SillyVille has a vintage train and station, rides, animals, entertainment, and a food court. Kids ages six and under (up to 60 lbs.) can try to last six seconds on the back of a sheep in the Mutton Bustin' competition. Avoid crowds by coming before 12n on weekends or 4pm on weekdays. Be sure to check the fair's website for ticket deals and discounts, and for its vast calendar of events.
253.841.5045
http://www.thefair.com
Ongoing Daily 9/5/08 - 9/21/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Sun-Thu 10am-10pm; Fri-Sat 10am-11pm
Cost: Adults $10; Children (6-18) $8, (5 & under) free. Parking: Mon-Fri $10; Sat-Sun $12.

Puyallup Fairgrounds

110 9th Avenue Southwest
Puyallup, WA 98371


Farms & Gardens
356886
Farm Tots
Children age five and under can drop in for a farm adventure featuring a hay ride, an art and nature class, and a child-size portion of a u-pick crop. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
425.869.9777
http://www.south47farm.com
Ongoing Each Wed, Thu, Fri 6/11/08 - 10/30/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-5
Time: Wed-Thu 10:30am-11:30am; Fri 10:30am-11:30am & 3pm-4pm
Cost: $6/child

The South 47 Farm

15410 NE 124th Street
Redmond, WA 98052


Open House/Sample Class
369465
Free Demonstration Class
Children ages four and under (accompanied by an adult) are invited for a free music and movement class with Mulberry Bush Music and Movement. Advance registration is required.
206.686.2201
info@mulberrybushmusic.com
http://www.mulberrybushmusic.com
9/11/08

Ages: 0-4
Time: 10am-10:45am
Cost: Free

University Heights Center for the Community

5031 University Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105


Sales & Shopping
346415
Lake City Farmers Market
Let the kids pick out the perfect plums, nectarines, organic strawberries, or whatever other delectable produce is in season. You get great food and the pleasure of supporting local farmers.
http://www.sea... ersmarkets.org
Ongoing Each Thu 6/5/08 - 10/16/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 3pm-7pm
Cost: Moderate. Bring cash.

Lake City Farmers Market

NE 125th Street and 28th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA 98125


Shows
289686
Shrek: The Musical
An exclusive world premiere engagement of the new musical based on Dreamworks' colossal hit animated film. Order tickets in advance.
206.625.1900
http://www.5thavenue.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 8/14/08 - 9/21/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-18
Time: Tue-Wed 7:30pm: Thu-Fri 8pm; Sat 2pm & 8pm; Sun 1:30pm & 7pm
Cost: $20-$77

5th Avenue Theatre

1308 5th Avenue
Seattle, WA 98101


Sports
297175
Preschool Skate
Preschoolers and their accompanying adults can skate for free each weekday. The offer is not valid during school breaks or holiday skate sessions.
info@castleice.com
http://www.castleice.com
Ongoing Weekdays; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-5
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: Skate rental $3

Castle Ice Arena

12620 164th Avenue SE
Renton, WA 98059


Tours
36638
Safeco Field Tours
Take a tour of the home of the Seattle Mariners. Tours last about 1 hour, 15 minutes. Note: No tours on game days, and schedule is subject to change.
206.346.4241
Ongoing Daily except Mon 9/13/02 - 9/13/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12:30pm, 2:30pm
Cost: Adults $7; Children (3-12) $5

Safeco Field

1250 1st Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98134


Ongoing Exhibits
301458
Take Flight