Seattle Events July 22, 2009
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| Concerts 513519 | Colleen Raney with Hanz Araki and Cary NovotnyColleen Raney, Hanz Araki, and Cary Novotny perform Irish music in the park. 425.430.6700 http://www.rentonwa.gov 7/22/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 505715 | Concerts in the ParksThe Popoffs perform classic pop and rock tunes in the park. 206.417.4645 info@shorelinearts.nert http://shorelinearts.net 7/22/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 515603 | Hit ExplosionFamilies can enjoy live music, $4 tastes of featured items from U Village restaurants, a wine and beer garden, and a children's play area during the U Village Summer Concert Series. http://www.uvillage.com 7/22/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 504758 | ZooTunes: Cowboy Junkies / Son Volt (Sold Out)The zoo's summer concert series continues to offer one of the best concert bargains in the Pacific Northwest. Pop and singer-songwriter artists perform outdoors in the North Meadow. Blankets, low-backed chairs, and picnic baskets are welcome. Tickets are on sale daily from 8am to 10pm at all Metropolitan Market locations. Visit www.metropolitan-market.com for store locations. A limited number of tickets are available at the zoo during regular hours and online. Check the Zoo Tunes website to check ticket availability. One free child per paid adult. 206.548.2500 http://www.zoo.org/zootunes 7/22/09 Ages: 5-18 Time: 6pm Cost: $22 |
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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 520747 | Renton River DaysRenton kicks off its annual festival with a Kids' Day celebration in the park with inflatables, face painting, 40 activity booths (Wed 11am-5pm), and performances by Wenatchee Youth Circus (1:30pm & 6pm, $1). The main festival runs Friday through Sunday and includes a parade in downtown Renton (Sat 10am), a Rubber Ducky Derby on the Cedar River (Sun, 4:30pm), an art show, and more kids' activities all weekend along. Check the website for more details and locations. 425.430.6528 http://www.rentonriverdays.org Ongoing Daily except Thu 7/22/09 - 7/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Wed 11am-5pm; Fri-Sun 11am-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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| Films 510221 | 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. 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 |
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| Library Programs 513637 | Creative CollageKids can bring their own photos and other decorations - or use supplies provided at the library - and create collages. Advance registration is required. 425.821.7686 http://www.kcls.org/kingsgate 7/22/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513642 | Teen Science Fiction/Fantasy Book GroupTeens 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 |
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| Library Programs 512815 | World Language Story TimesHear stories and sing songs in languages from all around the world. 425.450.1765 http://www.kcls.org/bellevue Ongoing Each Wed 6/24/09 - 8/12/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am 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 519097 | There's a Dinosaur in My Backyard!Singer/songwriter Courtney Campbell entertains kids with dinosaur songs, stories, and fun. Free tickets available at 12:30pm at the Reference Desk on the day of the program. 253.839.0257 http://www.kcls.org/320th 7/22/09 Ages: 2-19 Time: 1pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 499993 | 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. 206.684.4089 http://www.secretgardenbooks.com 7/22/09 Ages: 0-4 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500050 | Capa de CuentosPerformance group Los Nietos presents a bilingual show with Latin American stories, live music, shadow puppets, and traditional costumes. 206.615.1688 http://www.spl.org 7/22/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: 10:15am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500141 | Images of ChinaDragon Arts Studio performs a Chinese puppet show at the community center. 206.233.0042 http://www.spl.org 7/22/09 Ages: 2-19 Time: 1pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500164 | Movie Time at the LibraryFamilies can enjoy snacks and a screening of Twilight (PG-13) at the library. 206.684.7518 http://www.spl.org 7/22/09 Ages: 13-18 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500499 | Play and Learn GroupYoung children can make new friends while engaged in play and learning activities at the library. 206.684.4711 http://www.spl.org Ongoing Each Wed 6/3/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-5 Time: 10am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500500 | Play and Learn GroupYoung children can make new friends while engaged in play and learning activities at the library. 206.684.7454 http://www.spl.org Ongoing Each Wed 6/3/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-5 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500501 | Play and Learn GroupYoung children can make new friends while engaged in play and learning activities at the library. 206.684.7519 http://www.spl.org Ongoing Each Wed 6/3/09 - 8/26/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 0-5 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513553 | Teen Writing WorkshopTeens can learn how to create characters, build a plot, and tell a story during a workshop at the library. 425.888.0554 http://www.kcls.org/northbend 7/22/09 Ages: 13-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513621 | Rock Out With Recess MonkeyKids can blast off on an imaginative rock n roll journey with three musical teachers. 206.243.3490 http://www.kcls.org/burien 7/22/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 11am 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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