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New Year's at NoonKids can welcome in 2009 with noisemakers, crowns, and a countdown to "midnight," followed by a bubble wrap stomp "fireworks" show. 425.637.8100 http://www.kidsquestmuseum.org 12/31/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n Cost: Free with paid admission |
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New Year's Eve FireworksCrowds gather at the base of the Space Needle to watch the brief but stunning fireworks show. Those who can't make it to the Needle can watch the fireworks from any favorite vantage point; neighborhoods all over the city are full of vistas to park and watch the display. http://www.spaceneedle.com 12/31/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 12m Cost: Free |
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Rockin' New Year's Eve PartyFamilies can enjoy a variety of activities from around the world at a daytime New Year's Eve party. 425.258.1006 http://www.imaginecm.org 12/31/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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Weather-Related Closures and CancellationsMost venues at the Seattle Center are closed today due to the snow, including the Holiday Carousel, the Fun Forest, the Pacific Science Center, EMP/SFM, and The Children's Museum. The Winter Train and Village in the Center House is open from 11am-5pm, the Ice Rink at Fisher Pavilion is open from 11am-5pm, and the Space Needle is open from 11am-11pm. Performances of PNB's Nutcracker are still scheduled to take place at 2pm and 7pm. Check the website for updates. http://www.seattlecenter.com 12/22/08 Ages: All Ages Cost: Free |
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Zoo ClosureThe zoo is closed today due to the snow. 206.548.2500 http://www.zoo.org 12/22/08 Ages: All Ages Cost: Free with paid admission |
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Library ClosuresDue to the snow, the Central Library is open from 12n-5pm today and all other branches are open from 1pm-5pm. 206.386.4636 http://www.spl.org 12/22/08 Ages: All Ages Cost: Free |
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Issaquah Reindeer FestivalKids can visit with reindeer, sit in the Grand Traveling Sleigh, write a letter to Santa and leave it in his personal mailbox, hear an elf read a holiday story, and create a holiday-themed art project. Call the zoo for Santa's visiting hours. 425.392.6278 http://www.cougarmountainzoo.org Ongoing Daily 12/1/08 - 12/23/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-4:30pm Cost: Adults $10.50; Children (2-12) $8, (under 2) free |
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Tots Hanukkah ConcertKids can celebrate Hanukkah with songs, games, crafts, and food. http://templebnaitorah.org 12/20/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 4pm-6pm Cost: Free |
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Shaarei Tikvah: Gates of HopeCostumes are encouraged for a community-wide non-denominational Hanukkah celebration that includes a special outreach to people with developmental disabilities and persistent mental illness. 206.461.3240, ext 8784 familylife@jfsseattle.org http://templebnaitorah.org 12/21/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 3pm-5pm Cost: Free |
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Annual Latke Shabbat GalaThe evening begins with a Hanukkah family service, followed by a latke dinner, a craft project for kids ($5), and a performance by Shalom Ensemble. Advance registration is required. 425.603.9677 http://templebnaitorah.org 12/26/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm Cost: Free |
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Hanukkah at CrossroadsA community Hanukkah celebration at the mall includes stories, dancing, sing-alongs, and more. 425.603.9677 http://templebnaitorah.org 12/23/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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Mazon Hanukkah PartyDelicious Hanukkah fare and live music by the Shalom Ensemble are in store at a fundraiser to fight hunger held at Temple De Hirsch Sinai. 425.603.9677 http://templebnaitorah.org 12/22/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 5pm-8pm Cost: Free-will donation |
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The Santa ClamThe Santa Clam visits Ivar's to pose for pictures with children and hand out candy canes and gifts. 206.624.6852 http://www.ivars.net 12/21/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am-1:30pm Cost: Free |
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Pool's Parade of LightsWondering where to find the most magnificent holiday light displays in the Puget Sound area? Steve Pool's got you covered. The Pool's Parade of Lights website lists light displays from Thurston County to Whatcom County and everywhere in between. We've been using the site for years to plan quiet winter drives to view brilliant displays ranging from the classic to the eclectic. http://www.kom... weather/lights Ongoing Daily 12/14/08 - 12/31/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Cost: Free |
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The Christmas RevelsA holiday show featuring dancers, instrumentalists, singers, actors, and storytellers. Advance tickets area available by phone or online. 253.591.5894 http://www.pugetsoundrevels.org Ongoing Each Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun 12/13/08 - 12/17/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: Sat 2pm & 7:30pm; Sun 1pm & 5:30pm; Tue-Wed 7:30pm Cost: $9.50-$21 |
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Winter Solstice CelebrationAn indoor celebration at the Environmental Learning Center celebrates the beauty of Earth through stories, songs, and solstice traditions from around the world. 206.684.0877 http://www.seattle.gov/parks 12/20/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 1pm-3pm Cost: Free |
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The Second Shepherd's PlayUmbrella Theatre's staging of The Second Shepherd's Play blends sitcom silliness with Medieval mystery. Purchase advance tickets online or get them at the door. 206.282.2952 http://www.umb... y.blogspot.com Ongoing Daily 12/12/08 - 12/14/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 5-18 Time: Fri-Sat 7:30pm; Sun 2pm Cost: Adults $8 in advance, $10 at the door; Children (11 & under) free |
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Kids' FairFrosty the Snowman is the MC at an event that includes health and nutrition information, visits and photos with Santa Claus, family games, clowns, face painting, and live music. Advance tickets are available online. 425.373.6244 http://www.mus... ertainment.org 12/13/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-3pm Cost: Adults $10; Children $5 |
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Breakfast with SantaSanta joins families in Mountlake Terrace for a pancake breakfast, live music, and photographs. Purchase tickets at the door. http://www.mthsmusicboosters.org 12/13/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 8am Cost: Breakfast $4-$6; Photos $6-$8 |
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Holiday FunIzilla Toys, in conjunction with other merchants on 12th Avenue, hosts a holiday event that includes films and cookie decorating for kids. 206.322.8697 info@izillatoys.com http://www.izillatoys.com 12/9/08 Ages: 4-18 Time: 5pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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Streetcorner CarolingCostumed caroling groups take to the streets of downtown Seattle and sing their hearts out at the annual Great Figgy Pudding Street Corner Caroling Competition to benefit the Pike Market Senior Center Downtown Food Bank. 206.728.2773 http://www.fig... g/newfiggy.asp 12/5/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8:30pm Cost: Free |
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The Rain-Deer: A Puppet ShowA musical puppet adventure follows the search for a new reindeer for Santa's sleigh. 425.822.2459 http://www.kcls.org 12/20/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 1pm Cost: Free |
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Winter Solstice Fire Festival - PostponedNote: Due to the weather, this event has been rescheduled for January 10 and 11. A dynamic outdoor performing art installation combines words, movement, music, fire performances, and luminaries to honor the return of the sun after the darkest days of winter. The procession begins outside Fisher Pavilion and moves to the International Fountain. The event is part of Seattle Center's Winterfest celebration. http://www.seattlecenter.com Ongoing Daily 12/20/08 - 12/21/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 4pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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The NutcrackerEmerald Ballet Theatre performs the beloved holiday ballet. Purchase advance tickets by phone or online. 800.992.TIXX http://www.npacf.org Ongoing Daily 12/20/08 - 12/21/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: Sat 2pm & 7pm; Sun 2pm Cost: Adults $30; Youth (25 & under) $15 |
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The SnowmanBallet Bellevue performs a ballet based on Raymond Briggs' The Snowman, in which a little boy's snowman comes to life and takes him on an exciting journey. Purchase advance tickets by phone or online. 800.992.TIXX http://www.npacf.org Ongoing Daily 12/13/08 - 12/14/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 2-18 Time: Sat 2pm & 7:30pm; Sun 2pm Cost: $15-$27 |
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ZoolightsHand-crafted, animated figurines depicting animals, local landmarks, and nursery rhyme characters are adorned with holiday lights. Other activities include animal encounters, live entertainment, and holiday shopping opportunities. Advance tickets are on sale beginning at Bartell Drugs and on the zoo's website. Closed on Dec 24, but open on Christmas Day. http://www.pdza.org Ongoing Daily 11/28/08 - 1/4/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 5pm-9pm Cost: $5-$7 |
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Holiday Cookie Exchange WorkshopKids prepare snowball cookies, gingerbread cookies, and sugar cookies during a holiday workshop at Young Chefs Academy. Advance registration is required. 425.379.CHEF http://www.you... om/millcreekwa 12/19/08 Ages: 5-19 Time: 6pm-7:30pm Cost: $30/first child; $15/sibling |
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Candy Cane WorkshopKids prepare chocolate peppermint pinwheel cookies and peppermint bark during a holiday workshop at Young Chefs Academy. Advance registration is required. 425.379.CHEF http://www.you... om/millcreekwa 12/20/08 Ages: 5-19 Time: 2pm-3:30pm Cost: $30/first child; $15/sibling |
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Holiday Hors d'ouevres WorkshopKids prepare Time Square cheese balls and hot crab dip during a holiday workshop at Young Chefs Academy. Advance registration is required. 425.379.CHEF http://www.you... om/millcreekwa 12/27/08 Ages: 5-19 Time: 10am-11:30am Cost: $30/first child; $15/sibling |
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Sports Menu CampKids can sign up for one, two, or three days of Young Chefs Academy's winter break camp. Advance registration is required. 425.379.CHEF http://www.you... om/millcreekwa Ongoing Each Mon, Tue, Fri 12/29/08 - 1/2/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-14 Time: Ages 6-10 9am-12n; ages 11-14 1pm-4pm Cost: $50/day; $125-$135/three-days. Sibling discount available. |
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Community-wide Hanukkah CelebrationFamilies are invited to an annual Hanukkah celebration that features music, a gift bazaar, storytelling, kids' games and craft activities, and a candle-lighting ceremony. Lunch and latkes are available for purchase. 206.232.7115 http://www.sjcc.org 12/14/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-3pm Cost: Free |
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Christmas around the World CampKids can sign up for one, two, or three days of Young Chefs Academy's winter break camp. Participants make French recipes on Monday, German food on Tuesday, and Italian on Friday. Advance registration is required. 425.379.CHEF http://www.you... om/millcreekwa Ongoing Each Mon, Tue, Fri 12/22/08 - 12/26/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 6-14 Time: Ages 6-10 9am-12n; ages 11-14 1pm-4pm Cost: $50/day; $125-$135/three-days. Sibling discount available. |
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Pathway of LightsStroll around the Green Lake path by the light of thousands of luminaria. Musical groups perform near the Bathhouse Theatre, the Aqua Theater, and the Green Lake Community Center. Dress for the weather, as the event occurs rain or shine. 206.684.0780 http://www.seattle.gov/parks 12/13/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 5:30pm-8:30pm Cost: Free |
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Pre-K Kinder PlaytimeParents can drop off the kids and take care of their holiday shopping. Advance registration is required. 425.771.4030 http://www.ci.... od.wa.us/parks Ongoing Each Wed 12/3/08 - 12/17/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 3-6 Time: 11:45am-2:30pm Cost: Residents $10; Non-residents $12 |
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Holiday Gingerbread HousesThe rec center provides the graham crackers, icing, and candy and kids provide the construction and design skills to build and decorate gingerbread houses. Children under age seven must be accompanied by an adult. Advance registration is required. 425.771.4030 http://www.ci.... od.wa.us/parks 12/7/08 Ages: 5-19 Time: 3pm-4:30pm Cost: $10 |
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Cookies with Mrs. ClausMrs. Claus visits Lynnwood to share milk, cookies and holiday stories and to help kids decorate holiday mugs and aprons. Advance registration is required. 425.771.4030 http://www.ci.... od.wa.us/parks 12/13/08 Ages: 3-6 Time: 10:30am-11:45am & 12:15am-1:30pm Cost: Residents $20; Non-residents $22 |
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Holiday OrnamentsThe rec center provides a variety of materials that kids can use to create tree ornaments. Advance registration is required. 425.771.4030 http://www.ci.... od.wa.us/parks 12/13/08 Ages: 6-10 Time: 10am-12n Cost: Residents $12; Non-residents $13 |
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Carol ConcertThe Tudor Choir performs a concert of classic and contemporary Christmas carols. 206.323.9415 info@tudorchoir.org http://www.tudorchoir.org 12/27/08 Ages: 5-19 Time: 7:30pm Cost: Suggested donation $20 |
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Clam LightsIt just wouldn't be Christmas without the clams. The popular and quirky light display can be viewed throughout the month. 425.430.6700 http://www.rentonwa.gov Ongoing Daily 12/6/08 - 1/1/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Dusk Cost: Free |
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Holiday Tree LightingRenton lights its Christmas tree, accompanied by live music and visits with Santa Claus. http://www.piazzarenton.com 12/6/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 5pm Cost: Free |
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Holiday Tree LightingA holiday celebration in Lake City includes Christmas carols by a local choir, free refreshments, and a tree lighting ceremony. http://www.seattle.gov/parks 12/3/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm Cost: Free |
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Holiday BazaarHoliday festivities at Mountlake Terrace Elementary include pictures with Santa Claus, live holiday music, and an arts and crafts sale. 425.478.0372 12/6/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-4pm Cost: Free admission |
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Tree Lighting CeremonySanta leaves the reindeer behind today and arrives in Mountlake Terrace via fire truck to help with the lighting of the Christmas tree. 425.744.6203 http://cityofmlt.com 12/5/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm Cost: Free |
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Tree LightingSanta heads to Old Town Mukilteo for the lighting of the Christmas tree at an event that also features music, snacks, and a boat parade. 425.347.1456 12/6/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 7:15pm Cost: Free |
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Santa PhotosSanta visits malls and stores all around Puget Sound to pose for photos with kids, including Bellevue Square, the downtown Seattle Macy's, Crossroads Mall, Everett Mall, Redmond Town Center, and The Commons at Federal Way. Check the website for hours at each location. http://www.santaphotos.com Ongoing Daily 11/28/08 - 12/24/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Varies; check the website. Cost: Varies by package |
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Santa Visits and Kids CraftsSanta and his elves visit the Observation Deck to meet guests and pose for pictures. Kids can visit a free arts and crafts station to create holiday gifts. 206.905.2100 http://www.spaceneedle.com Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 11/28/08 - 12/14/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-5pm Cost: Free with admission |
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Santa Visits and Kids CraftsSanta and his elves visit the Observation Deck to meet guests and pose for pictures. Kids can visit a free arts and crafts station to create holiday gifts. 206.905.2100 http://www.spaceneedle.com Ongoing Daily 12/19/08 - 12/24/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-5pm Cost: Free with admission |
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Santa BrunchesRelax over a three-course brunch with an unparalleled view at the Space Needle's SkyCity restaurant, and then venture up to the Observation Deck for arts & crafts and photo ops with Santa and his elves. Call for reservations. 206.905.2100 http://www.spaceneedle.com Ongoing Each Sat, Sun 11/29/08 - 12/21/08; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10am-3pm Cost: Menu prices |
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Jingle Bell BrunchFamilies can enjoy pictures with Santa, music, holiday crafts, and more. Advance registration is required; mention event ID 22643 when you call. 253.835.6900 http://www.cityoffederalway.com 12/6/08 Ages: 2-19 Time: 9am-11am Cost: Adults $8; Children (12 & over) $8, (2-11) $6 |
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Magic Season Fireside Storytelling and CraftsEastside Heritage Center hosts a holiday event during which families can tour the historic Winters House, listen to stories by long-time residents of Bellevue, and participate in craft activities. 425.450.1049 http://www.eas... ehcevents.html 12/6/08 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am-3pm Cost: Free |
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