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Concerts
505695

The Wiggles Go Bananas


The fab four from down under head up to Everett with a brand new lineup of songs from their latest album, The Wiggles Go Bananas, including the smash hit "Monkey Man." Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Save $5 per ticket with our exclusive deal.
866.332.8499
http://www.com... enaeverett.com
7/17/09

Ages: 0-9
Time: 3pm & 7pm
Cost: $16-$33

Comcast Arena at Everett

2000 Hewitt Avenue
Everett, WA98201


Concerts
504939

Music in the Park


The Dead Edsels perform hits from the 50s and 60s.
425.486.7430
http://www.ci.bothell.wa.us
7/17/09

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

Park at Bothell Landing

9919 NE 180th Street
Bothell, WA98011


Concerts
64870

Music at Third Place


Family-friendly concerts on the Third Place Commons stage in Lake Forest Park - kids are welcome to dance on the dance floor, although parents are cautioned to keep track of them. Most shows Fri, Sat evenings; sometimes Sundays. Click on the link for an updated music schedule and times.
http://www.thirdplacecommons.org
Ongoing Each Fri, Sat, Sun 6/6/03 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Various times
Cost: Free

Third Place Books/Commons

Lake Forest Park Towne Centre17171 Bothell Way NE
Seattle, WA98155


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


Fairs & Festivals
520737

Covington Days Festival


Covington's Seafair-sanctioned event promises a carnival, live music, food, arts and crafts, a 5K run/walk, a parade, a fireworks show, and more. The kick-off celebration on Friday night includes a fireworks display and car show.
425.432.1087
http://www.cov... com/events.htm
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Fri 5pm-11pm; Sat 9am-10pm; Sun 9am-3pm
Cost: Free

Covington MultiCare Clinic and Urgent Care

17700 SE 272nd Street
Kent, WA98042


Fairs & Festivals
520633

Kla Ha Ya Days


The 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

Downtown Snohomish

First Street and Avenue A
Snohomish, WA98290


Fairs & Festivals
520636

Seafair Indian Days Pow Wow


The annual Seafair event showcases the richness and beauty of Native American culture with three days of traditional dancing, singing, and drumming. Over 400 dancers, 30 drum groups, and vendors selling Native American arts, crafts, and food, are at Discovery Park's Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center (follow signs to the Center upon entering the park.)
206.829.2221
http://www.unitedindians.com
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Fri 4pm-10pm; Sat 10am-10pm
Cost: Fri $1; Sat-Sun Adults $5, Children (12 & under) free

Discovery Park

3801 W Government Way
Seattle, WA98199


Fairs & Festivals
510281

Bite of Seattle


More than 60 restaurants offer tastes of their best dishes and a Family Fun Zone features games and live performances. Avoid bringing strollers - backpacks are best - and visit on Friday when the Bite opens to avoid the biggest crowds.
http://www.biteofseattle.com
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/19/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Fri-Sat 11am-9pm; Sun 11am-8pm
Cost: Free admission; Bites $2-$6

Seattle Center

305 Harrison Street
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
510273

Lavender Farm Celebration


The South 47 Farm's lavender celebration features wagon rides, music, farm animals, refreshments, and seasonal fruits and vegetables, both U-pick and farm stand.
425.869.9777
http://www.south47farm.com
Ongoing Daily 7/17/09 - 7/18/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 11am-3pm
Cost: Free admission; fees for some activities

The South 47 Farm

15410 NE 124th Street
Redmond, WA98052


Films
520799

Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG)


Families are invited for live entertainment by the Zamboni Brothers and an outdoor screening of Journey to the Center of the Earth (PG).
425.253.8300
http://www.enjoyeverett.org
7/17/09

Ages: 8-19
Time: Entertainment 7:30pm; Film dusk
Cost: Free

Thornton A Sullivan Park

11405 Silver Lake Road
Everett, WA98208


Library Programs
513641

A Book and Its Cover


Kids are invited to listen to stories and design book covers. Advance registration is required.
425.821.7686
http://www.kcls.org/kingsgate
7/17/09

Ages: 5-8
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free

Kingsgate Library

12315 NE 143rd Street
Kirkland, WA98034


Library Programs
512820

Between the Lions Live Show


Kids can enjoy songs, jokes, story-book readings, and more with cast members of Between the Lions. The program is free, but tickets are required and are available online.
425.450.1765
http://www.kcls.org/bellevue
7/17/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: SOLD OUT
Cost: Free

Bellevue Regional Library

1111 110th Avenue NE
Bellevue, WA98004


Library Programs
513644

Harry Potter Hurrah


Kids are invited to celebrate the release of the final film in the Harry Potter series!
206.236.3537
http://www.kcls.org/mercerisland
7/17/09

Ages: 10-19
Time: 3:30pm
Cost: Free

Mercer Island Library

4400 88th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA98040


Library Programs
512816

Lunch Bunch Story Time


Kids are invited to bring a lunch and listen to stories.
425.450.1765
http://www.kcls.org/bellevue
Ongoing Each Mon, Fri 6/26/09 - 8/14/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n
Cost: Free

Bellevue Regional Library

1111 110th Avenue NE
Bellevue, WA98004


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
500397

Ponte el ritmo


Seattle performers Elsita and El Jefe perform Afro-Latino music with fun and humor.
206.386.4225
http://www.spl.org
7/17/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Magnolia Branch Library

2801 34th Avenue W
Seattle, WA98199


Library Programs
498357

African Drumming


West African performers from Gansango Music and Dance demonstrate the wide variety of drums found across Africa, play and teach drum rhythms, and show participants how to make simple drums from basic materials.
206.684.7539
http://www.spl.org
7/17/09

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

Northeast Branch Library

6801 35th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA98115


Library Programs
500495

Zinery 101


Lucy Morehouse of Ong Ong Press teaches teens about zines and helps them create zines of their own. Advance registration is required.
206.386.1908
http://www.spl.org
7/17/09

Ages: 12-19
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free

Columbia Branch Library

4721 Rainier Avenue South
Seattle, WA98118


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
510269

Friendship Fire


The West Seattle YMCA and Fauntleroy YMCA invite families for an evening of sandcastle building, marshmallow roasting, a bonfire, music and more. Bring your pajamas and blankets. Look for the YMCA tent near the intersection of 58th and Alki.
206.684.3532
http://www.seattleymca.org
7/17/09

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

Alki Beach Park

1702 Alki Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98116


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


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