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Concerts
523183

Stay Tuned


Families are invited to bring a picnic dinner for live music in the park by local artists.
206.275.7609
http://www.mercergov.org
7/30/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Mercerdale Park

77th SE and SE 32nd
Mercer Island, WA98040


Concerts
504863

The Jelly Rollers


The Jelly Rollers perform blues and roots music that howls, rocks, rolls, and swoons during an outdoor concert at City Hall Plaza.
arts.culture@seattle.gov
http://www.sea... eattlepresents
7/30/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 12n-1:30pm
Cost: Free

Seattle City Hall

600 Fourth Avenue
Seattle, WA98104


Concerts
516457

Big Sandy and His Fly-Rite Boys


Families 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
7/30/09

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

Saint Edward State Park

14445 Juanita Drive NE
Kenmore, WA98028


Concerts
508529

Music in the Park


Deadwood Revival 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
7/30/09

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

Lake Burien School Memorial Park

SW 148th Street at 16th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA98166


Concerts
504759

ZooTunes: Jewel


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
7/30/09

Ages: 5-18
Time: 6pm
Cost: $28

Woodland Park Zoo

5500 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA98103


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


Dance
522530

Dancing 'til Dusk: Conniption


Weekly 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
7/30/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: Instruction 6pm-7pm; Open dance 7pm-9pm
Cost: Free

Freeway Park

700 Seneca Street
Seattle, WA98101


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
525315

Seafair Fleet Week


US Navy, US Coast Guard, and Canadian Navy ships arrive in Elliott Bay (Wed 1pm) and dock at the downtown waterfront (Pier 30) - this annual event kicks off the beginning of Seafair's hydro weekend. Families can tour the ships during their stay.
http://www.sea... ents/fleetweek
Ongoing Daily 7/29/09 - 8/2/09; check with location for exceptions.

Ages: All Ages
Time: Thu-Sat 9:30pm-3:30pm; Sun 12n-3:30pm
Cost: Free

Seafair


Seattle, WA98101


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
505796

Farm Kids


Children 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

The South 47 Farm

15410 NE 124th Street
Redmond, WA98052


Films
510223

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 Space Chimps (G) and Madagascar 2: Escape To Africa (PG).
206.622.2434
http://www.regmovies.com
Ongoing Daily 7/28/09 - 7/30/09; check with location for exceptions.

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

Meridian 16

1501 Seventh Avenue
Seattle, WA98101


Films
441796

Mother's Day Thursdays


Lincoln 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

Lincoln Square Cinemas

700 Bellevue Way NE
Bellevue, WA98004


Library Programs
513638

Story by Shape


Kids can use their imaginations and shapes to create unique stories. Advance registration is required.
425.821.7686
http://www.kcls.org/kingsgate
7/30/09

Ages: 6-10
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free

Kingsgate Library

12315 NE 143rd Street
Kirkland, WA98034


Library Programs
519083

Bookmaking for Kids


Staffers from the Seattle Center for Book Arts teach kids to make their own books. Advance registration is required; register by phone or in person at the Information Desk.
425.486.7811
http://www.kcls.org
7/30/09

Ages: 9-12
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free

Bothell Regional Library

18215 98th Avenue NE
Bothell, WA98011


Library Programs
513601

Up, Up, and Away


Kids can watch spellbinding scientific experiments that explore the principles of air pressure.
206.362.7550
http://www.kcls.org/shoreline
7/30/09

Ages: 4-19
Time: 3pm
Cost: Free

Shoreline Library

345 NE 175th
Seattle, WA98155


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
513609

Wiggle, Waddle, Stomp and Sing!


The library hosts a concert by Eric Ode and his puppet friend.
425.888.1223
http://www.kcls.org/snoqualmie
7/30/09

Ages: 3-19
Time: 7pm
Cost: Free

Snoqualmie Library

7824 Center Boulevard SE
Snoqualmie, WA98065


Library Programs
519116

Dress for the Outdoors


Kids can learn to dress for the weather and pack a proper daypack during a program at the library.
425.486.8747
http://www.kcls.org
7/30/09

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

Kenmore Library

18138 73rd NE
Kenmore, WA98028


Library Programs
500070

The Creative Conjuring Magic Show


Black belt magician and "Creative Conjuror" Jeff Evans celebrates summer reading with science stunts, wacky inventions, and magical mayhem. Held in the Microsoft Auditorium on Level One.
206.386.4636
http://www.spl.org
7/30/09

Ages: 5-10
Time: 10:30am & 2pm
Cost: Free

Seattle Central Library

1000 4th Avenue
Seattle, WA98101


Library Programs
500127

Hands-On Henna


Children can create and apply henna and learn about its history and traditions with artist Krysteen Lomonaco.
206.684.7547
http://www.spl.org
7/30/09

Ages: 6-18
Time: 6:30pm
Cost: Free

Green Lake Branch Library

7364 E Green Lake Drive N
Seattle, WA98115


Library Programs
500169

Movie Time at the Library


Families can enjoy snacks and a screening of The Tale of Despereaux (G) at the library.
206.684.4720
http://www.spl.org
7/30/09

Ages: 4-19
Time: 6pm
Cost: Free

Montlake Branch Library

2401 24th Avenue E
Seattle, WA98112


Library Programs
500502

Play and Learn Group


Young 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

Columbia Branch Library

4721 Rainier Avenue South
Seattle, WA98118


Library Programs
499995

American Sign Language Story Time


Deaf storyteller Gerardo Di Pietro presents stories in American Sign Language for toddlers and preschoolers. The program is voice translated for hearing children and parents.
206.386.4283
http://www.spl.org
7/30/09

Ages: 0-4
Time: 10:30am
Cost: Free

Northgate Branch Library

10548 5th Avenue NE
Seattle, WA98125


Library Programs
500042

Burke Circus


Staffers from Burke Museum lead an interactive game with familiar storybook characters, museum specimens, puppets and prizes.
206.615.1688
http://www.spl.org
7/30/09

Ages: 2-10
Time: 11am
Cost: Free

South Park Branch Library

8604 8th Avenue S
Seattle, WA98108


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
524914

Summer Garden Party


The arboretum celebrates its 75th birthday with naturalist-led tours and ice cream. Meet at the Graham Visitors Center.
206.325.4510
http://www.arb... foundation.org
7/30/09

Ages: All Ages
Time: 6:45pm
Cost: $5; Children (5 & under) free

Washington Park Arboretum

Graham Visitors Center2300 Arboretum Drive E
Seattle, WA98112


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


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