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Seattle Events July 21, 2009

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Concerts
508302

Peter and the Wolf and Other Musical Tales


The Northwoods Wind Quintet's production of Peter and the Wolf and Other Musical Tales features a variety of musical styles, colorful props, and anecdotal comments about the music, composers, and the instruments of a wind quintet. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. The performance is repeated in Redmond on August 11.
206.283.8808
http://www.sea... ambermusic.org
7/21/09

Ages: 5-10
Time: 7pm
Cost: $8

Lakeside School

14050 1st Avenue NE;13510 1st Avenue NE
Seattle, WA98125


Concerts
521553

204th United States Army Band


The Oregon-based 204th US Army Band brings a rousing, festive, and patriotic performance to Mural Amphitheatre.
http://www.seattlecenter.com
7/21/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

Seattle Center

305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA98109


Dance
513487

PARKDance


Performers from acornDance perform in the park. Free classes are also available for ages eight and up. Register for the classes online.
http://acornda... SiteSeries.htm
Ongoing Each Tue, Thu 7/20/09 - 8/14/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 5:30pm-6:45pm
Cost: Free

Bellevue Downtown Park

10201 NE Fourth Street
Bellevue, WA98004


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


Films
510221

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 Mr. Bean's Holida (G) and Alvin And The Chipmunks (PG).
206.622.2434
http://www.regmovies.com
Ongoing Daily 7/21/09 - 7/23/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-19
Time: 10am
Cost: Free

Meridian 16

1501 Seventh Avenue
Seattle, WA98101


Library Programs
519080

Rock Out with Recess Monkey


Recess Monkey leads kids on an imaginative rock 'n roll journey.
425.486.7811
http://www.kcls.org
7/21/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Bothell Regional Library

18215 98th Avenue NE
Bothell, WA98011


Library Programs
513608

Kindermusik


Children ages 18 months to four years and their accompanying adults can participate in songs, dances, and rhythm activities. Advance registration is required.
425.888.1223
http://www.kcls.org/snoqualmie
7/21/09

Ages: 1-4
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free

Snoqualmie Library

7824 Center Boulevard SE
Snoqualmie, WA98065


Library Programs
519093

The Creative Conjuror


Black belt magician and "Creative Conjuror" Jeff Evans celebrates summer reading with science stunts, wacky inventions, and magical mayhem. Free tickets are available in advance at the Reference Desk beginning 30 minutes prior to the program.
253.839.0257
http://www.kcls.org/320th
7/21/09

Ages: 5-19
Time: 1pm & 2:30pm
Cost: Free

Federal Way 320th Library

848 S 320th Street
Federal Way, WA98003


Library Programs
513642

Teen Science Fiction/Fantasy Book Group


Teens are invited for a discussion of Nahoko Uehashi's Moribito: Guardian of the Spirit.
425.821.7686
http://www.kcls.org/kingsgate
Ongoing Daily 7/18/09 - 7/27/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 13-19
Time: 12:30pm
Cost: Free

Kingsgate Library

12315 NE 143rd Street
Kirkland, WA98034


Library Programs
513615

Up, Up, and Away


Kids can watch spellbinding scientific experiments that explore the principles of air pressure.
206.243.0233
http://www.kcls.org/whitecenter
7/21/09

Ages: 4-19
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

White Center Library

11220 16th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98146


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
513657

Catch a Song, Stretch a Song, Turn it Inside Out


Eric Ode and his fuzzy friend Sticky the Fly perform a rockin' concert for kids.
253.931.3018
http://www.kcls.org/auburn
7/21/09

Ages: 5-19
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Auburn Library

1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA98002


Library Programs
500085

Extreme Origami


Kids can create larger-than-life versions of animals, bugs and plants using origami paper folding techniques during a workshop with the Nature Consortium. Held in the Teen Center Project Area on Level Three. Advance registration is required.
206.386.4636
http://www.spl.org
7/21/09

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

Southwest Branch Library

9010 35th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98126


Library Programs
500086

Extreme Origami


Kids can create larger-than-life versions of animals, bugs and plants using origami paper folding techniques during a workshop with the Nature Consortium. Advance registration is required.
206.733.9125
http://www.spl.org
7/21/09

Ages: 7-19
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free

Delridge Branch Library

5423 Delridge Way SW
Seattle, WA98106


Library Programs
513645

Wiggle, Waddle, Stomp and Sing!


The library hosts a concert by Eric Ode and his puppet friend.
206.236.3537
http://www.kcls.org/mercerisland
7/21/09

Ages: 3-6
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free

Mercer Island Library

4400 88th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA98040


Library Programs
513668

Teen Book Group


This month's meeting includes a discussion of The House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer.
253.931.3018
http://www.kcls.org
7/21/09

Ages: 13-19
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Auburn Library

1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA98002


Library Programs
500109

Game On


Teens are invited to hang out and play video games at the library.
206.386.1908
http://www.spl.org
7/21/09

Ages: 12-18
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

Columbia Branch Library

4721 Rainier Avenue South
Seattle, WA98118


Library Programs
500158

Make a Book


Instructors from the Seattle Center for Book Arts teach teens how to make handmade books.
206.386.1905
http://www.spl.org
7/21/09

Ages: 12-19
Time: 4:30pm
Cost: Free

NewHolly Branch Library

7058 32nd Avenue S
Seattle, WA98118


Library Programs
500171

Musical Storytelling with Soundbridge


Staff members from Soundbridge present an interactive program with song, dance, and rhythm instruments. Held in the Anne Marie Gault Story Hour Room on Level One.
206.386.4636
http://www.spl.org
Ongoing Each Tue 7/21/09 - 8/11/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 3-5
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free

Seattle Central Library

1000 4th Avenue
Seattle, WA98101


Library Programs
500040

Burke Circus


Staffers from Burke Museum lead an interactive game with familiar storybook characters, museum specimens, puppets and prizes.
206.684.4704
http://www.spl.org
7/21/09

Ages: 2-10
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free

Douglass-Truth Branch Library

2300 E Yesler Way
Seattle, WA98122


Library Programs
500075

Duct Tape Mania


Teens can learn how to use duct tape to create roses, pictures frames, wallets, and more.
206.684.7539
http://www.spl.org
7/21/09

Ages: 12-18
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Northeast Branch Library

6801 35th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA98115


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
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


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