Seattle Events July 9, 2009
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| Concerts 504858 | Mark Pickerel and His Praying HandsMark Pickerel performs rock- and country-inspired songs at City Hall Plaza. arts.culture@seattle.gov http://www.sea... eattlepresents 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 12n-1:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 516453 | April VerchFamilies 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 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6pm-8pm Cost: Free |
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| Concerts 508525 | Music in the ParkBottleRockit 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 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm-8pm 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 510218 | 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 Igor (PG) and Journey To The Center Of The Earth (PG). 206.622.2434 http://www.regmovies.com Ongoing Daily 7/7/09 - 7/9/09; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 8-19 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 513539 | Books and Bites for TeensTeens are invited to enjoy summer treats and discuss the best books of 2009. 425.226.0522 http://www.kcls.org/fairwood 7/9/09 Ages: 8-19 Time: 7pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513671 | Wilderness SurvivalFamilies can learn how to "lost-proof" themselves on outdoor adventures. Advance registration is required. 206.824.6066 http://www.kcls.org/desmoines 7/9/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513605 | Wilderness SurvivalFamilies can learn how to "lost-proof" themselves on outdoor adventures. Advance registration is required. 425.888.1223 http://www.kcls.org/snoqualmie 7/9/09 Ages: 7-19 Time: 2pm & 3pm 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 513603 | Got Art?Kids are invited to dress for a mess and create art to decorate the library. Advance registration is required. Children under age six must be accompanied by an adult. 206.362.7550 http://www.kcls.org/shoreline 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 3pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500014 | Bee Boppin' BugsSeattle-based singer Nancy Stewart performs a fun-filled concert with cool facts about bugs. 206.684.4063 http://www.spl.org 7/9/09 Ages: 0-10 Time: 2pm 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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| Library Programs 500149 | Kaleta: African Masked DanceWest African performers from Gansango Music and Dance use masked dance, stories and drumming to share an African Kaleta festival. 206.684.7518 http://www.spl.org 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 6:30pm Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500148 | Kaleta: African Masked DanceWest African performers from Gansango Music and Dance use masked dance, stories and drumming to share an African Kaleta festival. Held in the Microsoft Auditorium on Level One. 206.386.4636 http://www.spl.org 7/9/09 Ages: All Ages Time: 10:30am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 500015 | Bee Boppin' BugsSeattle-based singer Nancy Stewart performs a fun-filled concert with cool facts about bugs. 206.733.9125 http://www.spl.org 7/9/09 Ages: 0-10 Time: 11am Cost: Free |
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| Library Programs 513649 | JuggletunesLinda Severt performs a show that combines circus arts, music, stunts, and puppets. 206.236.3537 http://www.kcls.org/mercerisland 7/9/09 Ages: 3-19 Time: 2pm Cost: Free |
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| Nature & Outdoors 515613 | Bees and Other Beneficial InsectsNaturalist Tim Noland teaches kids about the beneficial insects in their own backyards and the valuable work they do, including pollination and pest control. Advance registration by phone or email is required. 425.316.8592 aasf@streamkeeper.org http://www.streamkeeper.org 7/9/09 Ages: 6-19 Time: 10am-11:30am Cost: Members $5; Non-members $7 |
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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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| Ongoing Exhibits 247676 | New DigsNew 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 227899 | Space: Exploring the New FrontierThe 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 |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 227177 | Pattern Richness in Modern Japanese TextilesNineteenth and twentieth century kimonos are among the items on display which demonstrate different methods of Japanese textile design, including tie-dyeing and paper stencil-dyeing. http://www.seattleartmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 7/7/07 - 12/31/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: 4-18 Time: Tue-Wed 10am-5pm; Thu 10am-9pm; Fri-Sun 10am-5pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 211845 | The Dream of AmericaFamilies are invited to learn how Scandinavian immigrants helped shape the new world at an interactive exhibit that traces the journey of a Nordic immigrant from Scandinavia to Ellis Island, and into the American Frontier. 206.789.5707 http://www.nordicmuseum.org Ongoing Daily except Mon 5/15/07 - 12/2/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Tue-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 12n-4pm Cost: Free with paid admission |
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| Ongoing Exhibits 209561 | Window on Washington WatersThe Aquarium's renovated space on Pier 59 features a 120,000 gallon exhibit with a 19'x39' window that dramatically showcases hundreds of local fish and invertebrates in a scene replicated from the rocky underwater cliffs of Neah Bay. Twice a day, divers enter the waters and, through the use of specialized masks, talk to visitors about the environment and the creatures who live in the depths. 206.386.4320 http://www.seattleaquarium.org Ongoing Daily 6/22/07 - 5/4/10; check with location for exceptions. Ages: All Ages Time: Museum hours Cost: Free with admission |
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