Seattle Events July 16, 2009
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| Concerts 504860 | Children of the RevolutionChildren of the Revolution fuses Greek, Spanish, Venezuelan, Iranian, Broadway, and Native American musical traditions during an outdoor concert at City Hall Plaza. arts.culture@seattle.gov http://www.sea... eattlepresents 7/16/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 516454 | Danny Barnes Acoustic BandFamilies 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 7/16/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 508527 | Family FiestaHead to Burien for kids' crafts, food, inflatables, and a performance by Evolucion Latina. 206.988.3700 http://www.burienparks.net 7/16/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Exhibits 490182 | Jim Henson's Fantastic WorldThe 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 |
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| Exhibits 424866 | Zany Rainy ForestA 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 |
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| Exhibits 490219 | Animal GrossologyAnimal 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 |
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| Fairs & Festivals 520633 | Kla Ha Ya DaysThe annual festival includes a kids' bike rodeo and parade, a five-mile river run and kids' dash, a sunset parade, bed races, a frog jumping contest, a chili cook-off, a kids' treasure hunt, a fireworks show, a carnival, a salmon barbecue, and a street fair in downtown Snohomish. Check the website for a complete event schedule. http://www.klahayadays.com Ongoing Daily 7/16/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Thu 2pm-dusk; Fri 11am-10pm; Sat 8:30am-8pm; Sun 10am-8pm Cost: Free admission; fees for some activities |
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| Farms & Gardens 509159 | The Animal Farm at Forest ParkKids 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 |
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| Farms & Gardens 490268 | Farm TotsChildren 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 |
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| Farms & Gardens 505796 | Farm KidsChildren 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 |
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| Films 510219 | Free Family Film FestivalParticipating 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 Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium (G) and Bee Movie (PG). 206.622.2434 http://www.regmovies.com Ongoing Daily 7/14/09 - 7/16/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-19 Time: 10am Cost: Free |
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| Films 441796 | Mother's Day ThursdaysLincoln 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 |
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| Library Programs 519079 | There's a Dinosaur in the Backyard!Kids can use their imaginations to create characters, make up stories, and share songs. Seating is limited. Free tickets are distributed at the Information Desk, while supplies last, 30 minutes prior to the show. 425.486.7811 http://www.kcls.org 7/16/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513599 | Let's Create a Clown ShowCharles the Clown teaches kids to create costumes and perform magic tricks for their own clown shows. 206.362.7550 http://www.kcls.org/shoreline 7/16/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513547 | FreePlayKids 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 |
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| Library Programs 500489 | Zine Drop-InThe library provides paper, a copier, markers, scissors, glue sticks, and magazines for a drop in zine workshop. Participants can bring in their own materials, too. 206.684.4063 http://www.spl.org 7/16/09 Ages: 12-19 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500156 | Make a BookInstructors from the Seattle Center for Book Arts teach teens how to make handmade books. 206.684.4720 http://www.spl.org 7/16/09 Ages: 12-19 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513656 | Capa de CuentosPerformance group Los Nietos presents a bilingual show with Latin American stories, live music, shadow puppets, and traditional costumes. 253.931.3018 http://www.kcls.org/auburn 7/16/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500502 | Play and Learn GroupYoung 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 |
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| Library Programs 513540 | Imagine ThatWhitman Story Sampler presents interactive folktales from around the world. Free tickets are available at the Reference Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program. 425.392.5430 http://www.kcls.org 7/16/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513552 | Imagine ThatWhitman Story Sampler presents interactive folktales from around the world. 425.888.0554 http://www.kcls.org/northbend 7/16/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513629 | Making the GameTeens can learn about the game industry from Digipen and participate in a hands-on lab to build an actual game. Advance registration is required. 253.630.8761 http://www.kcls.org/covington 7/16/09 Ages: 13-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 499992 | American Sign Language Story TimeDeaf storyteller Gerardo Di Pietro presents stories in American Sign Language for toddlers and preschoolers. The program is voice translated for hearing children and parents. Held in the Marie Gault Story Hour Room on Level One. 206.386.4636 http://www.spl.org 7/16/09 Ages: 0-4 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492679 | Giraffe FeedingKids 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492680 | Animal Contact ExperienceThe 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 |
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| 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492683 | African Savanna SafariA 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492684 | African Village StorytellingA 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492686 | Penguin Keeper TalkLearn 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492687 | Elephant Keeper TalkA 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 492688 | Raptor Flight ProgramA 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 |
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| Nature & Outdoors 509166 | Jetty Island DaysFree 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 490222 | Flight Tower at Boeing FieldThe 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 301458 | Take FlightKids 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 247674 | Smart Moves with Food and FitnessThe 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 247675 | Learning Lounge: Emotions MatterSpinning 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 247676 | New DigsNew 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 227899 | Space: Exploring the New FrontierThe 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 227177 | Pattern Richness in Modern Japanese TextilesNineteenth 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 211845 | The Dream of AmericaFamilies 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 |
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