Seattle Events July 23, 2009
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| Concerts 523182 | Soul ProviderFamilies are invited to bring a picnic dinner for live music in the park by local artists. 206.275.7609 http://www.mercergov.org 7/23/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 504861 | Manooghi HiManooghi Hi performs Indian pop music during an outdoor concert at City Hall Plaza. arts.culture@seattle.gov http://www.sea... eattlepresents 7/23/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 516455 | Yogoman Burning 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 7/23/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 508528 | Music in the ParkManooghi Hi 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 7/23/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Dance 513487 | PARKDancePerformers 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 |
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| Dance 522529 | Dancing 'til Dusk: Portage Bay Big BandWeekly dance parties at the park feature live music, an hour of professional dance instruction, and food available for purchase. Cancelled in case of rain. 206.264.5646 http://www.seattle.gov/parks 7/23/09 Ages: All Ages Time: Instruction 6pm-7pm; Open dance 7pm-9pm Cost: Free |
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| Dance 522535 | Inside Out Dance CompanyThe Inside Out Dance Company performs ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and modern dances. 206.264.5646 http://www.seattle.gov/parks 7/23/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12:30pm-1:30pm 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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| 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 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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| 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 513581 | Let's Create a Clown ShowCharles the Clown teaches kids to create costumes and magic tricks for their own clown shows. Free tickets are available in advance at the Information Desk. 425.885.1861 http://www.kcls.org/redmond 7/23/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513548 | Kite Making for KidsKids can make their own kites during a free workshop at the library. Advance registration is required. 425.888.0554 http://www.kcls.org/northbend 7/23/09 Ages: 6-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513529 | Create Your Own Bookish BeastKids are invited to draw and paint monsters from books and myths. Advance registration is required. 425.226.0522 http://www.kcls.org/fairwood 7/23/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513631 | The Creative ConjurorBlack belt magician and "Creative Conjuror" Jeff Evans celebrates summer reading with science stunts, wacky inventions, and magical mayhem. Free tickets are available beginning one hour before the performance. 253.859.3330 http://www.kcls.org/kent 7/23/09 Ages: 5-19 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 519086 | Super Smash Brothers Brawl TournamentTeens can test their might against the best teen "Brawl" players in Bothell. 425.486.7430 http://www.kcls.org 7/23/09 Ages: 13-19 Time: 3:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 519087 | Create Your Own Bookish BeastKids are invited to draw and paint monsters from books and myths. Advance registration is required. 425.333.4135 http://www.kcls.org/carnation 7/23/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 11am 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 513589 | Anansi the SpiderFamilies are invited for a performance of a West African trickster story with music and shadow puppets. The program is not suitable for children under age four. 206.546.3522 http://www.kcl... /richmondbeach 7/23/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513646 | Up, Up, and AwayKids can watch spellbinding scientific experiments that explore the principles of air pressure. 206.236.3537 http://www.kcls.org/mercerisland 7/23/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: 2pm 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 513627 | The Making of Superpin: Wonder and Joy in a ToyKids can follow the adventures of an ordinary clothespin that's transformed into an acrobatic supertoy during a performance at the library. 253.630.8761 http://www.kcls.org/covington 7/23/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500087 | Extreme OrigamiKids 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. 206.386.4227 http://www.spl.org 7/23/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: 6pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 519115 | Wildlife of Our ParksKids can create their own plaster animal tracks during a presentation that explores wildlife of our local parks. 425.486.8747 http://www.kcls.org 7/23/09 Ages: 4-19 Time: 4pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500099 | Game OnTeens are invited to hang out and play video games at the library. 206.386.1905 http://www.spl.org 7/23/09 Ages: 12-18 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500142 | Images of ChinaDragon Arts Studio performs a Chinese puppet show at the library. Held in the Microsoft Auditorium on Level One. 206.386.4636 http://www.spl.org 7/23/09 Ages: 2-19 Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500143 | Images of ChinaDragon Arts Studio performs a Chinese puppet show at the library. 206.386.1906 http://www.spl.org 7/23/09 Ages: 2-19 Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500168 | Movie Time at the LibraryFamilies can enjoy snacks and a screening of O Brother, Where Art Thou? (PG-13) at the library. 206.684.7539 http://www.spl.org 7/23/09 Ages: 13-19 Time: 6pm 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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| 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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