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Seattle Events July 9, 2009

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Concerts
504858

Mark Pickerel and His Praying Hands


Mark Pickerel performs rock- and country-inspired songs at City Hall Plaza.
arts.culture@seattle.gov
http://www.sea... eattlepresents
7/9/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n-1:30pm
Cost: Free

Seattle City Hall

600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA98104


Concerts
516453

April Verch


Families are invited to bring a blanket or lawn chairs and a picnic - or buy food on site - for a free concert in the park.
http://www.cityofkenmore.com
7/9/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: Free

Saint Edward State Park

14445 Juanita Drive NE
Kenmore, WA98028


Concerts
508525

Music in the Park


BottleRockit performs a free concert in the park. Inclement weather moves the event to the Burien Community Center Auditorium. Call to find out if the event has been moved.
206.988.3700
http://www.burienparks.net
7/9/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6:30pm-8pm
Cost: Free

Lake Burien School Memorial Park

SW 148th Street at 16th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98166


Exhibits
490182

Jim Henson's Fantastic World


The exhibition explores the creativity and "visual thinking" of artist, puppeteer, film director, and producer Jim Henson. The collection includes more than 100 original artworks, including drawings, cartoons, and storyboards; television and movie props; photographs of Henson and his collaborators at work; original video productions; and Muppets.
206.770.2700
http://www.empsfm.org
Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: During regular hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Experience Music Project & Science Fiction Museum

325 5th Avenue North
Seattle, WA98109


Exhibits
424866

Zany Rainy Forest


A custom-built tropical rain forest exhibit features a larger-than-life eagle's nest, a ten-foot long snake tunnel, story huts, and more.
206.855.4650
http://www.kidimu.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/9/08 - 8/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-10
Time: During museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Kids Discovery Museum

150 Madrone Lane
Bainbridge Island, WA98110


Exhibits
490219

Animal Grossology


Animal Grossology features some of the most disgusting creatures on earth, but shows visitors why these creatures are so important to our world. The exhibit is divided into five stomach-churning sections that illustrate nature's blood sucking, vomit munching, slime making and dookie loving creatures.
206.443.2001
http://www.pacsci.org
Ongoing Daily 5/23/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

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

Pacific Science Center

200 2nd Avenue N
Seattle, WA98109


Farms & Gardens
509159

The Animal Farm at Forest Park


Kids can have up close encounters with rabbits, pigs, ducks, goats, and ponies. Pony rides are available for age two up to 70 pounds.
425.257.8300
http://www.eve... lt.aspx?ID=507
Ongoing Daily 6/6/09 - 8/16/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-4pm
Cost: Free

The Animal Farm at Forest Park

802 E Mukilteo Boulevard
Everett, WA98203


Farms & Gardens
490268

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 5/13/09 - 10/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-5
Time: Wed-Thu 10:30am-11:30am; Fri 10:30am-11:30am & 3:30pm-4:30pm
Cost: $7/child

The South 47 Farm

15410 NE 124th Street
Redmond, WA98052


Farms & Gardens
505796

Farm Kids


Children can explore the farm each Thursday through hands-on activities, a hayride, walk on the farm, and more. A caregiver must remain on the farm premises during the program; caregivers are welcome, but not required, to participate in the program.
425.869.9777
http://www.south47farm.com
Ongoing Each Thu 6/18/09 - 8/27/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 6-12
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Cost: $7/child

The South 47 Farm

15410 NE 124th Street
Redmond, WA98052


Films
510218

Free Family Film Festival


Participating Regal Entertainment cinemas host free screenings of G- and PG-rated films each week. Check the website for a complete list of locations and film titles. This week, the Meridian screens Igor (PG) and Journey To The Center Of The Earth (PG).
206.622.2434
http://www.regmovies.com
Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/9/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 8-19
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

Meridian 16

1501 Seventh Avenue
Seattle, WA98101


Films
441796

Mother's Day Thursdays


Lincoln Square turns the sound down and the lights up during its weekly movie just for parents with infants. Check the website for movie titles; these screenings are not included on the regular schedule.
425450.9100
http://www.lin... arecinemas.com
Ongoing Each Thu; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 0-1
Time: 10am
Cost: $8

Lincoln Square Cinemas

700 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA98004


Library Programs
513539

Books and Bites for Teens


Teens are invited to enjoy summer treats and discuss the best books of 2009.
425.226.0522
http://www.kcls.org/fairwood
7/9/09

Ages: 8-19
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Fairwood Library

17009 140th SE
Renton, WA98058


Library Programs
513605

Wilderness Survival


Families can learn how to "lost-proof" themselves on outdoor adventures. Advance registration is required.
425.888.1223
http://www.kcls.org/snoqualmie
7/9/09

Ages: 7-19
Time: 2pm & 3pm
Cost: Free

Snoqualmie Library

7824 Center Boulevard SE
Snoqualmie, WA98065


Library Programs
513671

Wilderness Survival


Families can learn how to "lost-proof" themselves on outdoor adventures. Advance registration is required.
206.824.6066
http://www.kcls.org/desmoines
7/9/09

Ages: 7-19
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Des Moines Library

21620 11th Avenue S
Seattle, WA98198


Library Programs
513547

FreePlay


Kids can borrow a Nintendo DS and games for up to two hours. Participants must have an unblocked library card and ID. Children ages 14 and up must bring their own IDs; children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult with ID.
425.392.5430
http://www.kcls.org/issaquah
Ongoing Daily 6/26/09 - 8/31/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-19
Time: Regular library hours
Cost: Free

Issaquah Library

10 W Sunset Way
Issaquah, WA98027


Library Programs
513603

Got Art?


Kids are invited to dress for a mess and create art to decorate the library. Advance registration is required. Children under age six must be accompanied by an adult.
206.362.7550
http://www.kcls.org/shoreline
7/9/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

Shoreline Library

345 NE 175th
Seattle, WA98155


Library Programs
500014

Bee Boppin' Bugs


Seattle-based singer Nancy Stewart performs a fun-filled concert with cool facts about bugs.
206.684.4063
http://www.spl.org
7/9/09

Ages: 0-10
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

University Branch Library

5009 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA98105


Library Programs
500148

Kaleta: African Masked Dance


West African performers from Gansango Music and Dance use masked dance, stories and drumming to share an African Kaleta festival. Held in the Microsoft Auditorium on Level One.
206.386.4636
http://www.spl.org
7/9/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free

Southwest Branch Library

9010 35th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98126


Library Programs
500149

Kaleta: African Masked Dance


West African performers from Gansango Music and Dance use masked dance, stories and drumming to share an African Kaleta festival.
206.684.7518
http://www.spl.org
7/9/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: Free

Lake City Branch Library

12501 28th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA98125


Library Programs
500502

Play and Learn Group


Young children can make new friends while engaged in play and learning activities in English and Spanish at the library.
206.386.1908
http://www.spl.org
Ongoing Each Thu 7/9/09 - 8/27/09; check with location for exceptions.

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

Columbia Branch Library

4721 Rainier Avenue South
Seattle, WA98118


Library Programs
500015

Bee Boppin' Bugs


Seattle-based singer Nancy Stewart performs a fun-filled concert with cool facts about bugs.
206.733.9125
http://www.spl.org
7/9/09

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

Southwest Branch Library

9010 35th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98126


Library Programs
513649

Juggletunes


Linda Severt performs a show that combines circus arts, music, stunts, and puppets.
206.236.3537
http://www.kcls.org/mercerisland
7/9/09

Ages: 3-19
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Mercer Island Library

4400 88th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA98040


Nature & Outdoors
515613

Bees and Other Beneficial Insects


Naturalist Tim Noland teaches kids about the beneficial insects in their own backyards and the valuable work they do, including pollination and pest control. Advance registration by phone or email is required.
425.316.8592
aasf@streamkeeper.org
http://www.streamkeeper.org
7/9/09

Ages: 6-19
Time: 10am-11:30am
Cost: Members $5; Non-members $7

Northwest Stream Center

600 128th Street SE
Everett, WA98208


Nature & Outdoors
492679

Giraffe Feeding


Kids can get up close and feed the giraffes from a raised platform in the African Savanna.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 10am-11am & 2:30pm-3:30pm
Cost: $5 plus zoo admission; Children (2 & under) free

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492680

Animal Contact Experience


The petting farm is open daily during summer and kids can touch domestic farm animals and learn more about them.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am-5pm
Cost: Free

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492682

Upapi! (African Beading)


Zoo visitors can check out examples of authentic African beading and make their own beaded bracelets. Fees help support waterhole restoration in Kenya.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12:30pm-4:30pm
Cost: $3 per bracelet plus zoo admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492683

African Savanna Safari


A Maasai interpreter leads a safari around the African Savanna exhibit.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am
Cost: Free with paid admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492684

African Village Storytelling


A Maasai interpreter shares a story, drama, or personal experience with zoo visitors.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n
Cost: Free with paid admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492686

Penguin Keeper Talk


Learn about the zoo's Humboldt penguins and their wild counterparts.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492687

Elephant Keeper Talk


A keeper shares fascinating facts about the zoo's massive and magnificent elephants and discusses elephant conservation.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
492688

Raptor Flight Program


A keeper introduces visitors to the zoo's resident raptors and demonstrates their impressive flying and hunting skills.
206.548.2500
http://www.zoo.org
Ongoing Daily except Tue 5/1/09 - 9/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon & Wed-Fri 2:30pm; Sat-Sun 12:30pm & 3:30pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


Nature & Outdoors
509166

Jetty Island Days


Free ferry service is available to lovely Jetty Island throughout the summer. The sandy beach offers wildlife viewing and shallow warm water. Ferries leave the boat launch and the island every 30 minutes.
425.257.8300
http://www.eve... lt.aspx?ID=503
Ongoing Daily 7/1/09 - 9/7/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Mon-Thu 10am-5:50pm; Fri-Sat 10am-8:50pm; Sun 11am-6:50pm
Cost: Free; donations ($1-$2) appreciated

Jetty Island

Tenth Street and W Marine View Drive
Everett, WA98201


Ongoing Exhibits
490222

Flight Tower at Boeing Field


The museum's renovated Flight Tower includes exhibits that use videos and interactive displays to illustrate concepts related to animal flight, the physics of flight, flying machines, and weather and flight.
206.764.5700
http://www.museumofflight.org
Ongoing Daily 5/9/09 - 12/31/20; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-19
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Museum of Flight

9404 East Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA98108


Ongoing Exhibits
301458

Take Flight


Kids can explore principles of flight through hands on-activities, including creating and launching paper airplanes and rockets, and designing a rotating flyer.
206.855.4650
http://www.kidimu.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 2/9/08 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 2-18
Time: Regular museum hours
Cost: Free with paid admission

Kids Discovery Museum

150 Madrone Lane
Bainbridge Island, WA98110


Ongoing Exhibits
247674

Smart Moves with Food and Fitness


The Smart Moves exhibit demonstrates the big impact that even small changes in eating and physical activity can have on children's lives and health. The exhibit uses dramatic and exploratory play to teach healthy options and features a kitchen, matching games, and physical activities.
253.627.6031
http://www.chi... umoftacoma.org
Ongoing Daily 6/2/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

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

Children's Museum of Tacoma

936 Broadway
Tacoma, WA98402


Ongoing Exhibits
247675

Learning Lounge: Emotions Matter


Spinning wheels, mazes, drawing boards, and block games provide opportunities for children and adults to talk about emotions. Children gain the tools to recognize their emotions and adults have the opportunity to understand their children's emotions in new ways -- all through play.
253.627.6031
http://www.chi... umoftacoma.org
Ongoing Daily 6/2/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

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

Children's Museum of Tacoma

936 Broadway
Tacoma, WA98402


Ongoing Exhibits
247676

New Digs


New Digs features a neighborhood brimming with container gardens and interactive window boxes. A produce stand and delivery truck offer abundant opportunities to sort, count, weigh, buy, and sell a vibrant bounty of fruits and vegetables. Garden to table connections are made as children role-play in the sidewalk cafe, whipping up tasty treats or ordering a fresh lunch.
253.627.6031
http://www.chi... umoftacoma.org


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

Children's Museum of Tacoma

936 Broadway
Tacoma, WA98402


Ongoing Exhibits
227899

Space: Exploring the New Frontier


The history of space travel is demonstrated through videos and interactive displays, including a full-size replica of the International Space Station's Destiny Research Laboratory.
206.764.5720
http://www.museumofflight.org
Ongoing Daily 6/10/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-18
Time: 10am-5pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

The Museum of Flight

9404 East Marginal Way S
Seattle, WA98108


Ongoing Exhibits
227177

Pattern Richness in Modern Japanese Textiles


Nineteenth and twentieth century kimonos are among the items on display which demonstrate different methods of Japanese textile design, including tie-dyeing and paper stencil-dyeing.
http://www.seattleartmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/7/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-18
Time: Tue-Wed 10am-5pm; Thu 10am-9pm; Fri-Sun 10am-5pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Seattle Asian Art Museum

1400 E Prospect StreetVolunteer Park
Seattle, WA98112


Ongoing Exhibits
211845

The Dream of America


Families are invited to learn how Scandinavian immigrants helped shape the new world at an interactive exhibit that traces the journey of a Nordic immigrant from Scandinavia to Ellis Island, and into the American Frontier.
206.789.5707
http://www.nordicmuseum.org
Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/15/07 - 12/2/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 12n-4pm
Cost: Free with paid admission

Nordic Heritage Museum

3014 NW 67th Street
Seattle, WA98117


Ongoing Exhibits
209561

Window on Washington Waters


The Aquarium's renovated space on Pier 59 features a 120,000 gallon exhibit with a 19'x39' window that dramatically showcases hundreds of local fish and invertebrates in a scene replicated from the rocky underwater cliffs of Neah Bay. Twice a day, divers enter the waters and, through the use of specialized masks, talk to visitors about the environment and the creatures who live in the depths.
206.386.4320
http://www.seattleaquarium.org
Ongoing Daily 6/22/07 - 5/4/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Museum hours
Cost: Free with admission

Seattle Aquarium

Pier 591483 Alaskan Way
Seattle, WA98101


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