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Seattle Events July 27, 2009

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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
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


Library Programs
519076

Reader's Theater: I Flip for Flour Babies


Library staffers provide the scripts and the parts - kids provide the performance. Advance registration is required by phone or in person at the Information Desk.
425.486.7811
http://www.kcls.org
7/27/09

Ages: 10-14
Time: 2pm
Cost: Free

Bothell Regional Library

18215 98th Avenue NE
Bothell, WA98011


Library Programs
513591

The Creative Conjuror


Black belt magician and "Creative Conjuror" Jeff Evans celebrates summer reading with science stunts, wacky inventions, and magical mayhem.
206.546.3522
http://www.kcl... /richmondbeach
7/27/09

Ages: 5-19
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Richmond Beach Library

19601 21st Avenue NW
Seattle, WA98177


Library Programs
513639

Monday Movie Matinee


Bring your own pillow, popcorn and treats for a G or PG rated movie.
425.821.7686
http://www.kcls.org/kingsgate
Ongoing Each Mon 7/6/09 - 7/27/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: 4-19
Time: 11am
Cost: Free

Kingsgate Library

12315 NE 143rd Street
Kirkland, WA98034


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
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
513543

Creative Tunes for Kids


Eric Herman performs a program of fun and creative songs for kids. A limited supply of free tickets are given out beginning at 12n on the day of the program.
425.392.5430
http://www.kcls.org/issaquah
7/27/09

Ages: 3-19
Time: 1pm & 2pm
Cost: Free

Issaquah Library

10 W Sunset Way
Issaquah, WA98027


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
519099

Anansi the Spider


Families 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. Free tickets are available at 6:30pm at the Reference Desk on the day of the program.
253.839.0257
http://www.kcls.org/320th
7/27/09

Ages: 4-19
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Federal Way 320th Library

848 S 320th Street
Federal Way, WA98003


Library Programs
513660

Morphing Manga Mayhem


Kids can learn how to draw in the Manga-style from illustrators at NDP Comics.
253.931.3018
http://www.kcls.org/auburn
7/27/09

Ages: 7-19
Time: 1:30pm
Cost: Free

Auburn Library

1102 Auburn Way S
Auburn, WA98002


Library Programs
513618

Afternoon Book Group


Kids in grades three through six are invited for a discussion of Ella Enchanted by Gail Levine.
206.243.3490
http://www.kcls.org/burien
7/27/09

Ages: 8-12
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Burien Library

14700 6th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98166


Library Programs
513669

There's a Dinosaur in My Backyard!


Singer/songwriter Courtney Campbell entertains kids with dinosaur songs, stories, and fun.
206.824.6066
http://www.kcls.org/desmoines
7/27/09

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

Des Moines Library

21620 11th Avenue S
Seattle, WA98198


Library Programs
520790

Super Summer Crafts


Kids are invited to visit the library and create cool crafts.
425.257.8030
http://www.epls.org
7/27/09

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

Everett Public Library - Main Library

2702 Hoyt Avenue
Everett, WA98201


Library Programs
500470

Snakes: Friend or Foe?


Kids can see cool snake artifacts, learn to identify snakes, and touch a real snake when wildlife educator Nick Sutton visits the library.
206.684.4715
http://www.spl.org
7/27/09

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

Capitol Hill Branch Library

425 Harvard Avenue E
Seattle, WA98102


Library Programs
500017

Bee Boppin' Bugs


Seattle-based singer Nancy Stewart performs a fun-filled concert with cool facts about bugs.
206.684.7539
http://www.spl.org
7/27/09

Ages: 0-10
Time: 4pm
Cost: Free

Northeast Branch Library

6801 35th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA98115


Library Programs
513555

Poses for Stability, Strength and Flexibility


Carla Violette Orellana leads a workshop for teens that teaches deep breathing and yoga exercises.
425.888.0554
http://www.kcls.org/northbend
7/27/09

Ages: 13-19
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

North Bend Library

115 E Fourth Street
North Bend, WA98045


Library Programs
513596

Stories under the Tree


Kids are invited to bring a lunch and enjoy stories and songs in the park next to the Richmond Beach Library.
206.546.3522
http://www.kcl... /richmondbeach
Ongoing Each Mon 7/6/09 - 7/27/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n
Cost: Free

Richmond Beach Community Park

2201 NW 197th Street
Seattle, WA98177


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
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
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


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