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367548
Marc Brown and July Sierra
Marc Brown and July Sierra are at Third Place Books to sign copies of their new picture book Born to Read.
206.366.3333
http://www.thirdplacebooks.com
9/16/08

Ages: 4-8
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Third Place Books/Commons

Lake Forest Park Towne Centre 17171 Bothell Way NE
Seattle, WA 98155


Community Service
372850
Back to School Shoe Drive
Urban Kids Play is collecting gently used shoes for Treehouse, a Seattle non-profit organization that supports the needs of local kids in foster care.
206.285.7529
info@urbankidsplay.com
http://www.urbankidsplay.com
Ongoing Daily 9/13/08 - 9/30/08; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Regular store hours
Cost: Free

Urban Kids Play

1805 Queen Anne Avenue N
Seattle, WA 98109


Concerts
372441
Linda Severt
Children's singer and songwriter Linda Severt performs at Crossroads.
http://www.cro... dsbellevue.com
9/16/08

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n-4pm
Cost: Free

Crossroads Bellevue

15600 NE 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008


Exhibits
354504
Arctic Wings: Miracle of Migration
Images by acclaimed wildlife photographers tell the story of thousands of migratory birds from across six continents.
206.543.5590
http://www.burkemuseum.org
Ongoing Daily 9/13/08 - 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
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
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


Fairs & Festivals
367027
La Plaza Major
Broadway Center hosts a celebration of Latino culture featuring performances by storyteller Rose Cano (11am on the second floor of the Theatre on the Square lobby) and musical trio Correo Aereo (12n at Pierce Transit Park), and an artwork display (10am-2pm in the Theatre on the Square lobby).
253.591.5894
http://www.broadwaycenter.org
9/16/08

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free

Broadway Center for the Performing Arts

901 Broadway
Tacoma, WA 98402


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


Workshops
359852
Music Class with Doug Fleming, Jr.
Doug Fleming, Jr. leads a free class during which kids can sing, dance, and try out a variety of instruments.
206.322.8697
info@izillatoys.com
http://www.izillatoys.com
9/16/08

Ages: 0-5
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Cost: Free

Izilla Toys

1429 12th Avenue, Suite D
Seattle, WA 98122


Workshops
270460
Artist's Studio
Kids are invited for hands-on art lessons in the art studio.
253.6