Pacific Northwest Figure Skating Championships and Washington State Games
North Sound
Figure skaters of various abilities and ages will travel from all over the Pacific Northwest to Everett for the opportunity to showcase their talents against the best competition available. The participants will be able to compete in a variety of events which include; Freeskate, Showcase, Compulsory Moves, Jumps, and Spins. 10 a.m. July 30, 9 a.m. July 31, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-322-2653.
Friday, July 30, 2010.
Comcast Arena
2000 Hewitt Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.comcastarenaeverett.com. Facts and Fiction Fridays
Seattle Area
Drop into The Children's Museum, Seattle every Friday for sign language for tots, story times and games in the life-size books. Check online for details. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-441-1768.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit thechildrensmuseum.org. Kitsap Arts & Crafts Festival
Farther Afield
Arts and crafts, food, Children’s Corner (July 31 and Aug. 1), auto show and entertainment. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 30 and 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 1. Mike Wallace Memorial Park (adjacent to the ferry terminal) and Kola Kole County Park (just up the hill from ferry), Kingston.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-297-2828.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Kingston WA.
For more info visit www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com. Slip, Slide or Dive into a Book
Seattle Area
Slip, Slide or Dive into a Book. Enjoy magic, costumes and a special Charles the Clown original story about a boat constructed entirely from balloons. Ages 3 and older. Space limited.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: Preschool, Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-362-7550.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:00 AM.
Shoreline Library,
345 N.E. 175th
Shoreline WA 98155.
For more info visit www.kcls.org. Danger Science
Seattle Area
Learn about rockets, projectiles and propulsion in this outdoor show full of large, exploding effects at Pacific Science Center. 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays in July and August. Included with admission. $14, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6 to 15, $7 ages 3 to 5.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-443-2001.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 11:45 AM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pacsci.org. Free Fridays at Soundbridge
Seattle Area
Free admission to Seattle Symphony’s Soundbridge noon to 4 p.m. Fridays. Musical storytelling 1:30 p.m.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Phone: 206-336-6600.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Benaroya Hall
Second Avenue and Union Street
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Out to Lunch Concert
Seattle Area
The Legacy Quartet with Clarence Acox July 16, Greta Matassa and Susan Pascal July 23, Glenn Phillips from Toad the Wet Sprocket July 30.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM.
Westlake Park
401 Pine St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattle.gov. Peanut Butter and Jam Concerts
Seattle Area
Jim Valley July 16, Casper Babypants July 23, The Not-Its! July 30. Bring a picnic and blankets.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-768-2822.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM.
Tukwila Community Center
12424 42nd Ave. S.
Tukwila WA 98168.
For more info visit www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. Bothell Farmers Market
North Sound
Includes face painting, train rides, bounce house, putt-putt course (all for nominal fee), along with pirate ship and playground (free). Noon to 6 p.m. Fridays June 4 through Sept. 24.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-483-2250.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Country Village
23732 Bothell Everett Hwy.
Bothell WA 98021.
For more info visit www.countryvillagebothell.com. Marrowstone Summer Music Festival
North Sound
Fairhaven Village Green Concerts are outdoor performances featuring Marrowstone students, fellows and faculty performing popular classics, from Bach to the Beatles. Noon July 30 and Aug. 6.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-650-6146.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM.
Fairhaven Village Green
1207 10th St.
Bellingham WA 98225.
For more info visit http. Tour de Terrace
North Sound
Carnival, arts and crafts, food, entertainment, parade (7 p.m. July 30), car show (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 31), fireworks (10 p.m. July 31) and more. Noon to 11 p.m. July 30, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-791-5956.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM.
Evergreen Playfield
22400 56th Ave. W.
Mountlake Terrace WA 98043.
For more info visit www.tourdeterrace.org. Danger Science
Seattle Area
Learn about rockets, projectiles and propulsion in this outdoor show full of large, exploding effects at Pacific Science Center. 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays in July and August. Included with admission. $14, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6 to 15, $7 ages 3 to 5.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-443-2001.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 1:30 PM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pacsci.org. Author Appearance – Chellis Swenson Jensen
South Sound
Chellis Swenson Jensen shares her children’s book Mrs. Annathena Gilly Gully from Puddle Rumple Tilly Willy.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-841-5454.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 3:00 PM.
Puyallup Public Library
324 S. Meridian
Puyallup WA 98371.
For more info visit www.puyalluplibrary.org. Movies at Mercer Slough
Eastside
Bring a comfy blanket or pillow to enjoy “Life of Birds – the Mastery of Flight.” Ages 10 and older with adult.
Age recommendation: Elementary School, Middle School, High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-452-2565.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Mercer Slough Visitor Center
1625 118th Ave. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.bellevuewa.gov. PlayTacoma
South Sound
Interactive games, entertainment, arts and other family activities.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
South Park
4851 S. Tacoma Way
Tacoma WA 98409.
For more info visit www.metroparkstacoma.org. Friday Night Out
North Sound
Supervised free play in toy room, and snacks. Ages 1 to 8. 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays May 14 through Aug. 6 (except June 11 and 18). $20, $16 sibling.
Age recommendation: Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-771-0230.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Frances Anderson Center
700 Main St.
Edmonds WA 98020.
For more info visit www.ci.edmonds.wa.us. Family Summer Concert
Seattle Area
Tickle Tune Typhoon July 9, Coco Loco July 16, North West Gospel Jazz July 23, The Not-Its! July 30 (this concert followed by 9 p.m. outdoor movie - Where the Wild Things Are - PG).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-684-7026.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Magnuson Amphitheater
6344 N.E. 74th St.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.cityofseattle.net. Music in the Park
North Sound
Tiller’s Folly July 16, Chance McKinney and Crosswire July 23, Oncore July 30.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-486-7430.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
North Creek Sportsfield #3
11905 North Creek Pkwy. S.
Bothell WA 98011.
For more info visit www.explorebothell.com. Moonlight Movies
Seattle Area
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (PG). Bring blankets and low back chairs. 7 p.m. movie at dusk. FREE, bring non-perishable food donation.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-430-6700.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Liberty Park
1100 Bronson Way N.
Renton WA 98057.
For more info visit www.rentonwa.gov. Music Under the Stars
Seattle Area
Classical music from the Seattle Chamber Music Society’s Summer Festival is broadcast through speakers to the Garden of Remembrance on the west side of Benaroya Hall. Bring a picnic or purchase food on site. 7 p.m. recital, 8 p.m. concert. Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays July 5 through 30, plus July 18 and 24 (no concert July 19 or 21).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-283-8808.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlechambermusic.org. The Laramie Project
Seattle Area
Play from Seattle Children’s Theatre drama school. Actual words of Laramie residents, after the 1998 beating death of gay student Matthew Shepard. Ages 12 and older. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-3322.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Seattle Children’s Theatre
201 Thomas St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.sct.org. The Laramie Project
Seattle Area
Play from Seattle Children’s Theatre drama school. Actual words of Laramie residents, after the 1998 beating death of gay student Matthew Shepard. Ages 12 and older. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-3322.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Seattle Children’s Theatre
201 Thomas St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.sct.org. Aladdin
Eastside
Timeless tale brought to life by youthful cast from Bellevue Youth Theatre. 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays July 30 through Aug. 7, plus 2 p.m. Aug. 1 and 7, 7 p.m. Aug. 8. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-452 -7155.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theatre
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.bytf.org. Sounds of Summer
North Sound
Petty Fever July 16, The High Rollers July 23, Recess Monkey July 30. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-363-8400.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Jennings Memorial Park
6915 Armar Road
Marysville WA 98270.
For more info visit www.marysvillewa.gov. Disney’s 101 DalmationsKids
Farther Afield
Dog Days of Summer. Musical starring students grades 1 through 8 from Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31, 3 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $15.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-842-8569.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:00 PM.
The Playhouse
200 Madison Ave. N.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
For more info visit www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org. Side Show
Seattle Area
Musical inspired by the true story of conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton. The musical follows the beautiful and talented sisters (who just happen to be joined at the hip) from England to post-Depression America, around the vaudeville circuit and finally to Hollywood in their search for independence, happiness and love. PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays July 21 through 31, plus 3 p.m. Aug. 1. $32, $29 seniors, $10 ages 24 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-938-0339.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:30 PM.
ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98116.
For more info visit www.artswest.org. Summer Outdoor Cinema
Seattle Area
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (PG). Bring a lawn chair. 7:30 p.m. movie at dusk.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-768-2822.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:30 PM.
Tukwila Community Center
12424 42nd Ave. S.
Tukwila WA 98168.
For more info visit www.ci.tukwila.wa.us. Anything Goes
Eastside
Cole Porter musical about love and highjinks onboard a cruise ship in the 1930s is performed by teen actors from Studio East. 7:30 p.m. July 30 and 31, 2:30 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $12 to $16.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:30 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Cinema Under the Stars
North Sound
Family entertainment (7:30 p.m.) followed by a PG movie (dusk). Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (PG) July 23, Monsters vs. Aliens (PG) July 30.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-257-8300.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:30 PM.
Thornton A. Sullivan Park
11405 Silver Lake Road
Everett WA 98208.
For more info visit www.ci.everett.wa.us. Open Mic Night
North Sound
Take the microphone at Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater. Songs, instruments, skits and jokes – anything family-friendly is welcome. 7:30 p.m. Fridays, signup 7 p.m. FREE, donations welcome.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-568-9412.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 7:30 PM.
Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater
1211 Fourth St.
Snohomish WA 98290.
For more info visit www.thumbnailtheater.com. Man of La Mancha
Seattle Area
Intimate new staging of the classic Tony-Award winning musical play. Is Don Quixote mad or inspired as he tilts at windmills and dreams impossible dreams with his trusty sidekick, Sancho Panza? Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays July 9 through Aug. 21 (no Saturday matinees Aug. 14 or 21). $20 to $35, $10 ages 25 and younger, pay-what-you-can July 14.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. Yankee Tavern
Seattle Area
Political thriller brimming with edge-of-your-seat intrigue. Ages 14 and older. Various times and dates July 30 through Aug. 29. $10 to $55.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-292-7676.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:00 PM.
ACT Theatre
Kreielsheimer Place
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. 42nd Street
North Sound
Tony Award-winning musical celebration of Broadway. All ages. (Production Preview Guide online, under “Plan Your Visit.”) 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $17 to $52.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 888-257-3722.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. All Shook Up
South Sound
Musical inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $25, $23 seniors, military and students, $18 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-565-6867.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Tacoma Musical Playhouse Musical
7116 Sixth Ave.
Tacoma WA 98406.
For more info visit www.tmp.org. Outdoor Movie Nite
North Sound
Bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch The Tale of Despereaux (G). Dusk. Refreshments sold.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-771-0230.
Friday, July 30, 2010, 8:15 PM.
Frances Anderson Center Playfield
700 Main St.
Edmonds WA 98020.
For more info visit www.ci.edmonds.wa.us. Drawing in the Park
Seattle Area
Draw all day at Olympic Sculpture Park. Easels and drawing materials provided. Morning to dusk Saturdays June 19 through Aug. 21.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-626-0434.
Saturday, July 31, 2010.
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western Ave.
Seattle WA 98121.
For more info visit www.seattleartmuseum.org. Pacific Northwest Figure Skating Championships and Washington State Games
North Sound
Figure skaters of various abilities and ages will travel from all over the Pacific Northwest to Everett for the opportunity to showcase their talents against the best competition available. The participants will be able to compete in a variety of events which include; Freeskate, Showcase, Compulsory Moves, Jumps, and Spins. 10 a.m. July 30, 9 a.m. July 31, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-322-2653.
Saturday, July 31, 2010.
Comcast Arena
2000 Hewitt Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.comcastarenaeverett.com. Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games
South Sound
Competitive dancing, piping and drumming, traditional food, arts and crafts, and more. No pets. 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 31, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 1. $15, $11 seniors and active military, $10 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger, $5 parking.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-522-2541.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Enumclaw Expo Center
45224 284th Ave. S.E.
Enumclaw WA 98022.
For more info visit www.sshga.org. Day Trip
North Sound
Naturalist-guided hikes and canoe trips for all ages at North Cascades Environmental Learning Center. Various times 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. (first come/first served, registration starts at 8:30 a.m.).
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-856-5700 ext. 209.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
North Cascades Environmental Learning Center
1940 Diablo Dam Road
Sedro-Woolley WA.
For more info visit www.ncascades.org. Canoe the Slough
Eastside
Explore the Mercer Slough by canoe. 4-mile round trip. Ages 5 to adult, at least one adult per two children, some paddling experience required. 8:45 a.m. to noon Saturdays through Aug. 28 (except Aug. 7). $12 to $14.
Age recommendation: Elementary School, Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-452-7225.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Enatai Beach Park
3519 108th Ave. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.bellevuewa.gov. Tour de Terrace
North Sound
Carnival, arts and crafts, food, entertainment, parade (7 p.m. July 30), car show (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 31), fireworks (10 p.m. July 31) and more. Noon to 11 p.m. July 30, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-791-5956.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 9:00 AM – 11:00 PM.
Evergreen Playfield
22400 56th Ave. W.
Mountlake Terrace WA 98043.
For more info visit www.tourdeterrace.org. Throw Down in P-Town
South Sound
Skateboarding competition for ages 18 and younger. Prizes for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels. Helmets required. 9 a.m. registration, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. competition. $10 ($5 pre-registration).
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-841-5457.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Puyallup Skatepark
1299 Fourth St. N.W.
Puyallup WA 98371.
For more info visit www.cityofpuyallup.org. Eye Spy Seattle
Seattle Area
Get a kid’s eye view of architecture and design in Seattle on interactive tour led by Seattle Architecture Foundation. Ages 5 to 10 with adult, siblings welcome. No strollers. $15, $10 child.
Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Rainier Square Atrium
1333 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlearchitecture.org. Spontaneous Saturdays
Seattle Area
Drop into The Children's Museum, Seattle every Saturday for educational play throughout the museum. Check online for details. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-441-1768.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit thechildrensmuseum.org. Yoga in the Park
Seattle Area
Drop-in, outdoor yoga with instructors from 8 Limbs Yoga. Bring a mat, water and needed supplies. 10 to 11 a.m. Saturdays June 19 through Aug. 21.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-626-0434.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Olympic Sculpture Park
2901 Western Ave.
Seattle WA 98121.
For more info visit www.seattleartmuseum.org. Walk to the Big Cedar
Eastside
Take a short hike to see a 500-year-old cedar and learn about the ways Native Americans and early pioneers used cedar.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-831-1900.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Meadowbrook Farm
1711 Boalch Ave.
North Bend WA 98045.
For more info visit www.meadowbrookfarmpreserve.org. Nubian Jam
North Sound
Celebrate African-American culture with music, dance, food, vendors, and a health and information fair.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-257-8300.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Forest Park
802 E. Mukilteo Blvd.
Everett WA 98203.
For more info visit www.everettwa.org. Best of the Northwest
South Sound
Community Festival at Tacoma Art Museum includes Northwest art, local performers, kite building and flying, outdoor chalk art and more. FREE, includes museum admission.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-272-4258.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Tacoma Art Museum
1701 Pacific Ave.
Tacoma WA 98402.
For more info visit www.tacomaartmuseum.org. Kitsap Arts & Crafts Festival
Farther Afield
Arts and crafts, food, Children’s Corner (July 31 and Aug. 1), auto show and entertainment. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 30 and 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 1. Mike Wallace Memorial Park (adjacent to the ferry terminal) and Kola Kole County Park (just up the hill from ferry), Kingston.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-297-2828.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Kingston WA.
For more info visit www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com. Snoqualmie Pass Nature Walk
Farther Afield
Take a Forest Service-guided interpretive walk through the old growth forest at the Twin Lakes area of Snoqualmie Pass. Two-mile round trip. 10 a.m. to noon Saturdays June 19 through Sept. 4. $10 suggested donation.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 425-434-6111.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Snoqualmie Pass WA.
Ballard Locks - Cedar River Salmon Journey
Seattle Area
Trained naturalists teach visitors to the Ballard Locks about local sockeye and Chinook salmon’s annual journey from the Pacific Ocean, through the locks and Lake Washington and up the Cedar River to spawn. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays through July 31.
See the latest sockeye salmon counts here: http://wdfw.wa.gov/fish/sockeye/counts.htm.
Age recommendation: All ages. Phone: 206-783-7059. Email: charlotte@cedarriver.org.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
3015 N.W. 54th St.
Seattle WA 98107.
Puppets Gone Glee
Seattle Area
Bursting with a cast of colorful puppet characters, this outrageous musical show is fun for the whole family. $12, $10 ages 2 to 12.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Email: Gururae@comcast.net.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM.
The Market Theater
1428 Post Alley
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Crafts for Kids
Eastside
Lakeshore Learning offers FREE craft activities for kids. Ages 3 and older. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays.
Age recommendation: Preschool, Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-462-1671.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Lakeshore Learning
11027 N.E. 4th St.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.lakeshorelearning.com. Summer Science Hour
Eastside
Find answers to your science questions at the KidsQuest Summer Science Discovery table. 11 a.m. to noon Saturdays. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 seniors, free younger than age 1.
Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-637-8100.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
KidsQuest Children’s Museum
Factoria Mall
4091 Factoria Blvd. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98006.
For more info visit www.kidsquestmuseum.org. Blueberry Festival
North Sound
Pony and hay rides, barbeque, face painting, ducks to watch and goats to pet and feed. U-pick blueberries available.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-474-8424.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Bryant Blueberry Farm and Nursery
5628 Grandview Road
Arlington WA 98223.
For more info visit www.bryantblueberries.com. Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery!
Seattle Area
Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn the history of the space shuttle program, then make your own space shuttle model. 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 3 through 18, plus July 31 and Aug. 1. Included with admission. $15, $13 seniors, $11 active military, $8 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:15 AM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Tri for Kids
South Sound
Federal Escape Triathlon includes a triathlon for ages 14 and younger (with a shallow swim). $25 to $35.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:15 AM.
Five Mile Lake Park
36429 44th Ave. S.
Federal Way WA 98001.
For more info visit www.trifreak.com. Danger Science
Seattle Area
Learn about rockets, projectiles and propulsion in this outdoor show full of large, exploding effects at Pacific Science Center. 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays in July and August. Included with admission. $14, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6 to 15, $7 ages 3 to 5.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-443-2001.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 11:45 AM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pacsci.org. Camlann Medieval Faire
Eastside
30th year of scenes from 14th century English village life including horse rides, minstrels, armored knights, crafters, pony rides, sheep petting and more. Noon to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 24 through Aug. 22. $10, $6 seniors and ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger (adults must supervise ages 12 and younger). $45 fair plus banquet.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-788-8624.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Camlann Medieval Association
10320 Kelly Road N.E.
Carnation WA 98014.
For more info visit www.camlann.org. Jetty Island Geocache Challenge
North Sound
Test your luck and skills on individual or group/family courses. Donations accepted. Free ferry to the island at 10th Street boat launch off W. Marine View Drive, Everett.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-257-8300.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
W. Marine View Drive
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.ci.everett.wa.us. Get Crafty Saturdays!
Eastside
Join Bellevue Arts Museum at KidsQuest Children’s Museum to create abstract painting and make 3-D replicas of real objects. 1 to 3 p.m. July 10, 17 and 31. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 seniors, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-637-8100.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
KidsQuest Children’s Museum
Factoria Mall
4091 Factoria Blvd. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98006.
For more info visit www.kidsquestmuseum.org. Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery!
Seattle Area
Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn the history of the space shuttle program, then make your own space shuttle model. 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 3 through 18, plus July 31 and Aug. 1. Included with admission. $15, $13 seniors, $11 active military, $8 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 1:15 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Danger Science
Seattle Area
Learn about rockets, projectiles and propulsion in this outdoor show full of large, exploding effects at Pacific Science Center. 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays in July and August. Included with admission. $14, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6 to 15, $7 ages 3 to 5.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-443-2001.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 1:30 PM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pacsci.org. Man of La Mancha
Seattle Area
Intimate new staging of the classic Tony-Award winning musical play. Is Don Quixote mad or inspired as he tilts at windmills and dreams impossible dreams with his trusty sidekick, Sancho Panza? Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays July 9 through Aug. 21 (no Saturday matinees Aug. 14 or 21). $20 to $35, $10 ages 25 and younger, pay-what-you-can July 14.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. Outdoor Concert at the Locks
Seattle Area
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Woodinville Community Band 2 to 3:30 p.m. July 3, Seattle Civic Band 2 to 3 p.m. July 4, Puget Sound Symphony Chamber Players 2 to 3 p.m. July 10, Greenwood Concert Band 2 to 3 p.m. July 11 (plus a car show 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Altaeus 2 to 4 p.m. July 17, Coal Creek Jazz Band 2 to 3:30 p.m. July 18, Fidgety Feet 2 to 3:30 p.m. July 24, West Seattle Big Band 2 to 3:30 p.m. July 25, Sound of Swing Band 2 to 4 p.m. July 31. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-783-7059.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM.
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
3015 N.W. 54th St.
Seattle WA 98107.
Pirates at Princess Island
Seattle Area
Family play performed by Open Circle Theater. 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 8.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-382-4250.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Volunteer Park
1247 15th Ave. E.
Seattle WA 98112.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Ranger Walk
Eastside
Join a park ranger for a guided tour of Lake Hills Greenbelt. 2 to 3 Saturdays through Aug.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Phone: 425-452-7225.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Lake Hills Greenbelt Ranger Station
15416 S.E. 16th St.
Bellevue WA 98007.
For more info visit www.bellevuewa.gov. 42nd Street
North Sound
Tony Award-winning musical celebration of Broadway. All ages. (Production Preview Guide online, under “Plan Your Visit.”) 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $17 to $52.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 888-257-3722.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. All Shook Up
South Sound
Musical inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $25, $23 seniors, military and students, $18 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-565-6867.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Tacoma Musical Playhouse Musical
7116 Sixth Ave.
Tacoma WA 98406.
For more info visit www.tmp.org. Godspell
Farther Afield
The classic, upbeat musical is performed in an outdoor natural amphitheater. 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 31 through Aug. 22. $14, $8 ages 6 to 18, free ages 5 and younger with adult (tickets $2 more at the door).
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-542-7815.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Kitsap Forest Theater
3000 Seabeck Hwy.
Bremerton WA 98312.
For more info visit www.foresttheater.com. Olympic Music Festival
Farther Afield
Enjoy chamber music in a farm setting. World-famous musicians perform classical music Saturdays and Sundays July 3 through Aug. 22. Purchase seats inside the barn or bring a picnic and sit outside. Doors open 1 p.m. concert starts 2 p.m. Barn seating $18 to $33, lawn seating (bring blankets and lawn chairs) $14 to $20, free ages 6 and younger. No dogs except service dogs.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-732-4800.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:00 PM.
7360 Center Road
Quilcene WA 98376.
For more info visit www.olympicmusicfestival.org. Anything Goes
Eastside
Cole Porter musical about love and highjinks onboard a cruise ship in the 1930s is performed by teen actors from Studio East. 7:30 p.m. July 30 and 31, 2:30 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $12 to $16.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 2:30 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. The Wizard of Oz
Eastside
Enjoy the popular musical in an outdoor amphitheater overlooking Snoqualmie Falls. 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays July 24 through Aug. 29. $18, $16 ages 13 to 18 and seniors, $8 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger. Dinner $8 to $18, reservations required.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-736-7252.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 3:00 PM.
Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater
36800 David Powell Road S.E.
Fall City WA 98024.
For more info visit www.foresttheater.org. Disney’s 101 DalmationsKids
Farther Afield
Dog Days of Summer. Musical starring students grades 1 through 8 from Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31, 3 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $15.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-842-8569.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 3:00 PM.
The Playhouse
200 Madison Ave. N.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
For more info visit www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org. An Inconvenient Squirrel
Seattle Area
Annual family play performed by Theater Schmeater. 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 10 through Aug. 8.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-324-5801.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 5:00 PM.
Volunteer Park Amphitheater
1247 15th Ave. E.
Seattle WA 98112.
For more info visit www.schmeater.org. Music in the Parks
North Sound
Latin Expression July 10, Kristen Ward July 17, Eldridge Gravy & the Court Supremes July 24, Bump Kitchen July 31.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Port Gardner Landing
1700 W. Marine View Drive
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.enjoyeverett.org. The Laramie Project
Seattle Area
Play from Seattle Children’s Theatre drama school. Actual words of Laramie residents, after the 1998 beating death of gay student Matthew Shepard. Ages 12 and older. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-3322.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Seattle Children’s Theatre
201 Thomas St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.sct.org. The Laramie Project
Seattle Area
Play from Seattle Children’s Theatre drama school. Actual words of Laramie residents, after the 1998 beating death of gay student Matthew Shepard. Ages 12 and older. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-3322.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Seattle Children’s Theatre
201 Thomas St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.sct.org. Wedgwood Outdoor Cinema
Seattle Area
Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (PG). 7 p.m. festivities, movie at dusk. Suggested donation $5 per family, plus nonperishable food items.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Thornton Creek School
N.E. 77th and 43rd N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.wedgwoodcc.org. Aladdin
Eastside
Timeless tale brought to life by youthful cast from Bellevue Youth Theatre. 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays July 30 through Aug. 7, plus 2 p.m. Aug. 1 and 7, 7 p.m. Aug. 8. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-452 -7155.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theatre
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.bytf.org. Disney’s 101 DalmationsKids
Farther Afield
Dog Days of Summer. Musical starring students grades 1 through 8 from Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31, 3 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $15.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-842-8569.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:00 PM.
The Playhouse
200 Madison Ave. N.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
For more info visit www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org. Side Show
Seattle Area
Musical inspired by the true story of conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton. The musical follows the beautiful and talented sisters (who just happen to be joined at the hip) from England to post-Depression America, around the vaudeville circuit and finally to Hollywood in their search for independence, happiness and love. PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays July 21 through 31, plus 3 p.m. Aug. 1. $32, $29 seniors, $10 ages 24 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-938-0339.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:30 PM.
ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98116.
For more info visit www.artswest.org. Torchlight Parade at Seafair
Seattle Area
Seattle’s largest nighttime parade follows the Seafair Torchlight Run (6:30 p.m.). Reserved seats available at parade ($18 to $37). Parade begins at Seattle Center and moves south on Fourth Avenue to Second Avenue and King Street, Seattle.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-728-0123.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Downtown Seattle WA.
For more info visit www.seafair.com. Anything Goes
Eastside
Cole Porter musical about love and highjinks onboard a cruise ship in the 1930s is performed by teen actors from Studio East. 7:30 p.m. July 30 and 31, 2:30 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $12 to $16.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 7:30 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Man of La Mancha
Seattle Area
Intimate new staging of the classic Tony-Award winning musical play. Is Don Quixote mad or inspired as he tilts at windmills and dreams impossible dreams with his trusty sidekick, Sancho Panza? Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays, 2 and 8 p.m. Saturdays July 9 through Aug. 21 (no Saturday matinees Aug. 14 or 21). $20 to $35, $10 ages 25 and younger, pay-what-you-can July 14.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. Yankee Tavern
Seattle Area
Political thriller brimming with edge-of-your-seat intrigue. Ages 14 and older. Various times and dates July 30 through Aug. 29. $10 to $55.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-292-7676.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM.
ACT Theatre
Kreielsheimer Place
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. The Wizard of Oz
Eastside
Enjoy the popular musical in an outdoor amphitheater overlooking Snoqualmie Falls. 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays July 24 through Aug. 29. $18, $16 ages 13 to 18 and seniors, $8 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger. Dinner $8 to $18, reservations required.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-736-7252.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater
36800 David Powell Road S.E.
Fall City WA 98024.
For more info visit www.foresttheater.org. 42nd Street
North Sound
Tony Award-winning musical celebration of Broadway. All ages. (Production Preview Guide online, under “Plan Your Visit.”) 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $17 to $52.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 888-257-3722.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. All Shook Up
South Sound
Musical inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $25, $23 seniors, military and students, $18 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-565-6867.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:00 PM.
Tacoma Musical Playhouse Musical
7116 Sixth Ave.
Tacoma WA 98406.
For more info visit www.tmp.org. West Seattle Outdoor Movies
Seattle Area
War Games (PG) July 24, Fantastic Mr. Fox (PG) July 31. Bring blankets and chairs. Dusk.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:15 PM.
4410 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98116.
For more info visit wsmovies.org. Outdoor Movie Night
Eastside
Monsters vs. Aliens (PG). Bring a low-back or beanbag chair. Dusk. $5 suggested donation to Hopelink.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-822-1700.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:15 PM.
The Plaza at Carillon Point
4100 Carillon Point
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.carillon-point.com. Popcorn in the Parks
North Sound
All movies PG. Raiders of the Lost Ark July 10, Monsters vs. Aliens July 17, Second Hand Lions July 24, Hook July 31. Bring lawn chairs, blankets and picnic (popcorn provided). Dusk.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-363-8400.
Saturday, July 31, 2010, 8:15 PM.
Jennings Memorial Park
6915 Armar Road
Marysville WA 98270.
For more info visit www.marysvillewa.gov. Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games
South Sound
Competitive dancing, piping and drumming, traditional food, arts and crafts, and more. No pets. 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 31, 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Aug. 1. $15, $11 seniors and active military, $10 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger, $5 parking.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-522-2541.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM.
Enumclaw Expo Center
45224 284th Ave. S.E.
Enumclaw WA 98022.
For more info visit www.sshga.org. Pista Sa Nayon
Seattle Area
Filipino American event features food, arts and crafts, entertainment, children’s games and more in a family atmosphere.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Email: info@pista.org.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Seward Park Amphitheater
Lake Washington Boulevard S. and S. Juneau Street
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit www.pista.org. Pacific Northwest Figure Skating Championships and Washington State Games
North Sound
Figure skaters of various abilities and ages will travel from all over the Pacific Northwest to Everett for the opportunity to showcase their talents against the best competition available. The participants will be able to compete in a variety of events which include; Freeskate, Showcase, Compulsory Moves, Jumps, and Spins. 10 a.m. July 30, 9 a.m. July 31, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-322-2653.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Comcast Arena
2000 Hewitt Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.comcastarenaeverett.com. Tour de Terrace
North Sound
Carnival, arts and crafts, food, entertainment, parade (7 p.m. July 30), car show (9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 31), fireworks (10 p.m. July 31) and more. Noon to 11 p.m. July 30, 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 31, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Aug. 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-791-5956.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Evergreen Playfield
22400 56th Ave. W.
Mountlake Terrace WA 98043.
For more info visit www.tourdeterrace.org. Bicycle Sundays
Seattle Area
The four-mile stretch of Lake Washington Boulevard between Mount Baker Beach and Seward Park is closed to motorized traffic 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. most Sundays through September (no Bicycle Sunday June 20).
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-684-4075.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
2521 Lake Park Drive S.
Seattle WA 98144.
For more info visit www.cityofseattle.net. See It All Sundays
Seattle Area
Drop into The Children's Museum, Seattle every Sunday to enjoy all the museum has to offer, plus special activities and projects. Check online for details. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-441-1768.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit thechildrensmuseum.org. Kitsap Arts & Crafts Festival
Farther Afield
Arts and crafts, food, Children’s Corner (July 31 and Aug. 1), auto show and entertainment. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 30 and 31, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 1. Mike Wallace Memorial Park (adjacent to the ferry terminal) and Kola Kole County Park (just up the hill from ferry), Kingston.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-297-2828.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Kingston WA.
For more info visit www.kitsapartsandcrafts.com. Pasado’s Bark of Seattle
Seattle Area
Music, dog walk, agility course, vendors, kids’ play area and more. Leashed dogs welcome. Donations welcome.
Type of Animal Event: Pet Events. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Seattle Center Square
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pasadosafehaven.org. Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery!
Seattle Area
Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn the history of the space shuttle program, then make your own space shuttle model. 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 3 through 18, plus July 31 and Aug. 1. Included with admission. $15, $13 seniors, $11 active military, $8 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 11:15 AM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Danger Science
Seattle Area
Learn about rockets, projectiles and propulsion in this outdoor show full of large, exploding effects at Pacific Science Center. 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays in July and August. Included with admission. $14, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6 to 15, $7 ages 3 to 5.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-443-2001.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 11:45 AM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pacsci.org. Camlann Medieval Faire
Eastside
30th year of scenes from 14th century English village life including horse rides, minstrels, armored knights, crafters, pony rides, sheep petting and more. Noon to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 24 through Aug. 22. $10, $6 seniors and ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger (adults must supervise ages 12 and younger). $45 fair plus banquet.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-788-8624.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Camlann Medieval Association
10320 Kelly Road N.E.
Carnation WA 98014.
For more info visit www.camlann.org. Organ Recital/Demonstration
Seattle Area
Seattle Symphony hosts a demonstration of the Watjen Concert Organ, a 26-foot tall instrument with 4,490 pipes. Today’s recital is “Americana Favorites.” Grades 5 and higher. 12:30 p.m. optional noon or 1 p.m. Benaroya Hall tour.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Elementary School, Middle School, High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-215-4856.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 12:30 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Snoqualmie Pass Nature Walk
Farther Afield
Take a Forest Service-guided interpretive walk through the Gold Creek Pond area of Snoqualmie Pass. One-mile ADA-accessible trail. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Sundays June 20 through Sept. 5. $10 suggested donation.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 425-434-6111.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Snoqualmie Pass WA.
Snoqualmie Valley Kids’ Showcase
Eastside
Watch kids show off their talents (singing, acting, dance and more).
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Snoqualmie Point Park stage
37580 Winery Road
Snoqualmie WA 98065.
For more info visit www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us. Live Performance
North Sound
Acclaimed kids’ artist Aaron Nigel Smith entertains at Imagine Children's Museum. Included with admission. $7.50, free age 1 and younger.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-258-1006.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:00 PM.
Imagine Children's Museum
1502 Wall St.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.imaginecm.org. Mountain Goats of Mt. Baker
Farther Afield
Mt. Baker Ranter District biologist Don Gay promises to not pull the wool over your eyes during this talk about our local mountain goat herds. FREE, but a recreation pass is required for each vehicle (www.fs.fed.us/r6/passespermits/index.shtml).
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-599-2714.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:00 PM.
Heather Meadows Visitor Center
Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest
milepost 56 on Mt. Baker Highway (State Route 542) WA.
Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery!
Seattle Area
Space Shuttle: Goodbye to Atlantis, Endeavor and Discovery! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn the history of the space shuttle program, then make your own space shuttle model. 11:15 a.m. and 1:15 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 3 through 18, plus July 31 and Aug. 1. Included with admission. $15, $13 seniors, $11 active military, $8 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:15 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Danger Science
Seattle Area
Learn about rockets, projectiles and propulsion in this outdoor show full of large, exploding effects at Pacific Science Center. 11:45 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Fridays through Sundays in July and August. Included with admission. $14, $12 seniors, $9 ages 6 to 15, $7 ages 3 to 5.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-443-2001.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 1:30 PM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pacsci.org. Outdoor Concert at the Locks
Seattle Area
Tbd 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 1, Batucada Yemanja 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 7, Ballard Sedentary Sousa Band 2 to 3 p.m. Aug. 8, The Tempos 2 to 4 p.m. Aug. 15, Microsoft Jazz Band 2 to 4 p.m. and Wonderland (children’s theater) 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 21, 85th Street Big Band 2 to 4 p.m. and Wonderland (children’s theater) 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 22, Lynnwood Community Band 2 to 3:30 p.m. Aug. 28, Mach One Jazz Orchestra 2 to 3 p.m. Aug. 29. Bring lawn chairs and blankets.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-783-7059.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
3015 N.W. 54th St.
Seattle WA 98107.
Pirates at Princess Island
Seattle Area
Family play performed by Open Circle Theater. 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 8.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-382-4250.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Volunteer Park
1247 15th Ave. E.
Seattle WA 98112.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Aladdin
Eastside
Timeless tale brought to life by youthful cast from Bellevue Youth Theatre. 7 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays July 30 through Aug. 7, plus 2 p.m. Aug. 1 and 7, 7 p.m. Aug. 8. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-452 -7155.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theatre
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.bytf.org. 42nd Street
North Sound
Tony Award-winning musical celebration of Broadway. All ages. (Production Preview Guide online, under “Plan Your Visit.”) 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $17 to $52.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 888-257-3722.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Music in the Parks
North Sound
Amir Beso Aug. 1, Ian McFeron Band Aug. 8, Noah Gunderson and The Courage Aug. 15, Ali Marcus Aug. 29.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Port Gardner Landing
1700 W. Marine View Drive
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.enjoyeverett.org. All Shook Up
South Sound
Musical inspired by and featuring the songs of Elvis Presley. 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $25, $23 seniors, military and students, $18 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-565-6867.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM.
Tacoma Musical Playhouse Musical
7116 Sixth Ave.
Tacoma WA 98406.
For more info visit www.tmp.org. Godspell
Farther Afield
The classic, upbeat musical is performed in an outdoor natural amphitheater. 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 31 through Aug. 22. $14, $8 ages 6 to 18, free ages 5 and younger with adult (tickets $2 more at the door).
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-542-7815.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Kitsap Forest Theater
3000 Seabeck Hwy.
Bremerton WA 98312.
For more info visit www.foresttheater.com. Olympic Music Festival
Farther Afield
Enjoy chamber music in a farm setting. World-famous musicians perform classical music Saturdays and Sundays July 3 through Aug. 22. Purchase seats inside the barn or bring a picnic and sit outside. Doors open 1 p.m. concert starts 2 p.m. Barn seating $18 to $33, lawn seating (bring blankets and lawn chairs) $14 to $20, free ages 6 and younger. No dogs except service dogs.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-732-4800.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:00 PM.
7360 Center Road
Quilcene WA 98376.
For more info visit www.olympicmusicfestival.org. Anything Goes
Eastside
Cole Porter musical about love and highjinks onboard a cruise ship in the 1930s is performed by teen actors from Studio East. 7:30 p.m. July 30 and 31, 2:30 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $12 to $16.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:30 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Park Ranger Program
Eastside
Join a park ranger at Mercer Slough Nature Park for “Knots in the Outdoors.” Try your hand at common and complex knots. All ages, ages 11 and younger with adult.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-452-2565.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Mercer Slough Nature Park
1625 118th Ave. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.bellevuewa.gov. Side Show
Seattle Area
Musical inspired by the true story of conjoined twins Daisy and Violet Hilton. The musical follows the beautiful and talented sisters (who just happen to be joined at the hip) from England to post-Depression America, around the vaudeville circuit and finally to Hollywood in their search for independence, happiness and love. PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays July 21 through 31, plus 3 p.m. Aug. 1. $32, $29 seniors, $10 ages 24 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School, High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-938-0339.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 3:00 PM.
ArtsWest Playhouse and Gallery
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98116.
For more info visit www.artswest.org. The Wizard of Oz
Eastside
Enjoy the popular musical in an outdoor amphitheater overlooking Snoqualmie Falls. 3 and 8 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays July 24 through Aug. 29. $18, $16 ages 13 to 18 and seniors, $8 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger. Dinner $8 to $18, reservations required.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-736-7252.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 3:00 PM.
Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater
36800 David Powell Road S.E.
Fall City WA 98024.
For more info visit www.foresttheater.org. Edmonds Summer Concerts
North Sound
Tingstad & Rumbel Aug. 1, Hot Club Sandwich Aug. 8, Juba Marimba Aug. 15, The MoodSwings Jazz Band Aug. 22, Soul Purpose Aug. 29.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-771-0228.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Edmonds City Park
Third Avenue S. and Howell Way
Edmonds WA 98020.
For more info visit www.ci.edmonds.wa.us. Disney’s 101 DalmationsKids
Farther Afield
Dog Days of Summer. Musical starring students grades 1 through 8 from Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 7 p.m. July 29 through 31, 3 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. $15.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-842-8569.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 3:00 PM.
The Playhouse
200 Madison Ave. N.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
For more info visit www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org. An Inconvenient Squirrel
Seattle Area
Annual family play performed by Theater Schmeater. 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays July 10 through Aug. 8.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-324-5801.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 5:00 PM.
Volunteer Park Amphitheater
1247 15th Ave. E.
Seattle WA 98112.
For more info visit www.schmeater.org. Music in the Park
South Sound
Cold Boots & Bad Coffee Aug. 1, Rod Cook Aug. 8, Ranger & the Re-Arrangers Aug. 15, Boys of Greenwood Glen Aug. 22.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-973-4680.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Angle Lake Park
19408 International Blvd.
SeaTac WA 98188.
For more info visit www.ci.seatac.wa.us. Mostly Music in the Park
Eastside
Cornucopia Concert Band Aug. 1, Spirit of Ojah Aug. 5, Freckles Brown Aug. 8, Global Village Aug. 12, Kings of Swing Aug. 15. Shaved ice sold at warm weather concerts.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-275-7609.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Mercerdale Park
7701 S.E. 32nd St.
Mercer Island WA 98040.
For more info visit www.ci.mercer-island.wa.us. 42nd Street
North Sound
Tony Award-winning musical celebration of Broadway. All ages. (Production Preview Guide online, under “Plan Your Visit.”) 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, 7 p.m. Sundays July 9 through Aug. 1. $17 to $52.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 888-257-3722.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:00 PM.
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Yankee Tavern
Seattle Area
Political thriller brimming with edge-of-your-seat intrigue. Ages 14 and older. Various times and dates July 30 through Aug. 29. $10 to $55.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-292-7676.
Sunday, August 1, 2010, 7:30 PM.
ACT Theatre
Kreielsheimer Place
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. Messy Mondays
Seattle Area
Drop into The Children's Museum, Seattle every Monday for messy hands-on art or science projects. Check online for details. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-441-1768.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit thechildrensmuseum.org. Jetty Island Puppet Show
North Sound
Follow the adventures of Charlie Seagull, L.C. Salmon, Ollie and Olivia Octopus and their friends on Everett’s Jetty Island. 2:15 p.m. Mondays through Aug. 30. FREE, donations accepted. Free ferry to the island at 10th Street boat launch off W. Marine View Drive, Everett.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-257-8300.
Monday, August 2, 2010, 2:15 PM.
Jetty Island
Everett WA.
For more info visit www.everettwa.org. Nordic Stories
Seattle Area
Listen to a kids’ story from the far North and complete a craft project. Preschoolers and parents. Not intended for large groups.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-789-5707.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Nordic Heritage Museum
3014 N.W. 67th St.
Seattle WA 98117.
For more info visit www.nordicmuseum.org. Treasure Hunt Tuesdays
Seattle Area
Drop into The Children's Museum, Seattle every Tuesday for treasure. Little ones can dig in the sand or play in the clouds while older children can enjoy a museum-wide search for clues. Check online for details. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-441-1768.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit thechildrensmuseum.org. Village Playdays
Seattle Area
Kid-friendly activity at a different University Village store or restaurant each Tuesday. Parents receive discounts and offers for that day. Check Web site for details.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-523-0622.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
University Village
2623 N.E. University Village St.
Seattle WA 98105.
For more info visit www.uvillage.com. Summer Concert Series
Eastside
Michael Powers today, The Amazing Circus Wonders Aug. 10, The Not-Its! Aug. 17, MUSICA family fun day Aug. 24. $2 suggested donation.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-587-3350.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Marina Park
25 Lakeshore Plaza Drive
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.musicaentertainment.org. French Storytime
Seattle Area
10:30 a.m. first Tuesdays May 4 through Aug. 3.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-789-1498. Email: info@ChildishThingsSeattle.net.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 10:30 AM.
Childish Things
10002 Holman Road N.W.
Seattle WA 98177.
For more info visit www.childishthingsseattle.com. Tai Chi Tuesdays
Seattle Area
Try Tai Chi on Seattle Center’s North International Fountain Lawn. Tai Chi is a form of Chinese exercise with slow and graceful movement. Open to all ages and experience levels. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays June through August.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-684-7200.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Seattle Center
North International Fountain Lawn
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.seattlecenter.com. Lunchtime Music
Seattle Area
Music from Jimmy Free’s Friends.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-801-2600.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Richmond Beach Saltwater Park
2021 N.W. 190th St.
Shoreline WA 98177.
For more info visit www.cityofshoreline.com. Arts in the Parks
Eastside
Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr. from SecondStory Repertory Aug. 3, The Forgetful Fairy from Redwood Theatre Aug. 10, One World Taiko Aug. 17.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Phone: 425-556-2316.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 12:00 PM.
Redmond City Hall green space
15670 N.E. 85th St.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit www.redmond.gov. Live at Lunch
Eastside
Live music in various downtown Bellevue locations. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays July 6 through Sept. 9. See schedule online.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Various locations
Bellevue WA.
For more info visit www.bellevuedowntown.org. Noon Tunes
South Sound
The Edsels Aug. 3, Tanoa Aug. 10, Reptile Isle Aug. 17, British Export Aug. 24.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-841-5457.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Pioneer Park
324 S. Meridian
Puyallup WA 98371.
For more info visit www.cityofpuyallup.org. Take-Out Tuesdays
South Sound
Entertainment from Little Bill and the Blue Notes.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-856-5050.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Kent Station Plaza
417 Ramsay Way
Kent WA 98032.
For more info visit www.kentarts.com. Dancing in the Park
Seattle Area
Beginner-level dance lessons (6 to 7 p.m.), followed by swing dancing on a dance floor to music from Glen Crytzer and the Syncopators (7 to 9 p.m.). Rain hotline: 206-264-5646.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Westlake Park
401 Pine St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattle.gov. National Night Out Against Crime
North Sound
Games, food, family fun, entertainment, music, contests, demonstrations by city businesses and more.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-776-9173.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Evergreen Playfield
22205 56th Ave. W.
Mountlake Terrace WA 98043.
For more info visit www.mltrec.com. Children’s Entertainment
South Sound
Entertainment from Charlie Wilson, The Noise Guy.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-491-0857.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 6:30 PM.
Huntamer Park
618 Woodland Square Loop S.E.
Lacey WA 98503.
For more info visit www.ci.lacey.wa.us. Concerts on the Green
Eastside
Mariachi Fiesta Mexicana Aug. 3, Maya Soleil Aug. 10, Doctorfunk Aug. 17, The Fabulous Roof Shakers Aug. 24, Cherry Cherry Aug. 31.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-837-3300.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM.
Issaquah Community Center Green
301 Rainier Blvd. S.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.ci.issaquah.wa.us. Yankee Tavern
Seattle Area
Political thriller brimming with edge-of-your-seat intrigue. Ages 14 and older. Various times and dates July 30 through Aug. 29. $10 to $55.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-292-7676.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 7:30 PM.
ACT Theatre
Kreielsheimer Place
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. Movies in the Park
Eastside
All movies PG. Percy Jackson & the Olympians: The Lightning Thief Aug. 3, The Spy Next Door Aug. 10, Harry Potter and the Half Blood Prince Aug. 24. Dusk. Each night themed to benefit a different charity, donations encouraged.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010, 8:15 PM.
Bellevue Downtown Park
10201 Fourth St. N.E.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.intelius.com. Wellness Wednesdays
Seattle Area
Drop into The Children's Museum, Seattle every Wednesday for activities for all ages that use play to teach about healthy lifestyles and staying active. Check online for details. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-441-1768.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
The Children's Museum, Seattle
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit thechildrensmuseum.org. Thurston County Fair
South Sound
Music, home arts demonstrations, 4-H and FFA events, carnival rides and food. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Aug. 4 through 7, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Aug. 8. $7, $6 seniors, $5 ages 6 to 14, free ages 5 and younger, $18 family.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-786-5453.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM.
Thurston County Fairgrounds
3054 Carpenter Road S.E.
Lacey WA 98503.
For more info visit www.co.thurston.wa.us. Hooked on History
South Sound
Family activities at White River Valley Museum. Special guests, stories, games, music and crafts, with a new theme each week. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays through Aug. 4.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-288-7433.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
White River Valley Museum
918 “H” St. S.E.
Auburn WA 98002.
For more info visit www.wrvmuseum.org. Yoga Wednesdays
Seattle Area
Try Hatha Yoga on Seattle Center’s North International Fountain Lawn. Hatha Yoga offers stretching, balancing and strengthening, mixed with fun. Open to all ages and experience levels. 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays June through August.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-684-7200.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Seattle Center
North International Fountain Lawn
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.seattlecenter.com. Out to Lunch Concert
Seattle Area
Jovino Santo Neto Aug. 4, Seattle Women’s Jazz Orchestra Aug. 11, Portland Cello Project Aug. 18.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Two Union Square
601 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattle.gov. Live at Lunch
Eastside
Live music in various downtown Bellevue locations. Noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays July 6 through Sept. 9. See schedule online.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Various locations
Bellevue WA.
For more info visit www.bellevuedowntown.org. WonderStage
North Sound
Linda Severt and Juggletunes Aug. 4, Mud Bay Jugglers Aug. 11, Morning Star Korean Dancers Aug. 18. Ages 5 to 10 and families. In case of rain, Lynndale Elementary School, 7200 191st St. S.W. Lynnwood.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-670-5518.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 PM.
Lynndale Parks Amphitheater
18927 72nd Ave. W.
Lynnwood. WA 98036.
For more info visit www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us. Kids Summerstage
South Sound
Performance from The Not-Its!
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-931-3043.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 PM.
Les Gove Park
910 Ninth St. S.E.
Auburn WA 98002.
For more info visit www.auburnwa.gov. Wednesday Picnic Performance
South Sound
The Carter Family Marionettes presents Love for Three Oranges.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-856-5050.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Town Square Plaza
Second Avenue and Harrison Street
Kent WA 98032.
For more info visit www.ci.kent.wa.us. Seafair Fleet Arrival
Seattle Area
Ships and sailors from U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and Canadian Navy arrive between 12:30 and 1:30 p.m. Public ship tours Aug. 5 through 8.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-728-0123.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM.
Bell Harbor on Elliott Bay
2431 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98134.
For more info visit www.seafair.com. Beat the Heat Splash Day
Eastside
Run through sprinklers, blow bubbles and more. Ages 1 to 12. 1 p.m. fire truck arrives 2 p.m. $2.
Age recommendation: Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-837-3300.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 1:00 PM.
Issaquah Community Center lawn
301 Rainier Blvd. S
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.ci.issaquah.wa.us. Kid’s Day
South Sound
Sandcastle building, chalk contest, toddler tent inflatable bouncer, crafts and more. Ages 2 to 12. 2 to 7 p.m. FREE, tickets needed for some activities, concessions available. Summer Sounds Concert. Entertainment from Buck & Elizabeth. Inclement weather, concert at Federal Way Community Center, 876 S. 333rd St. Federal Way.
Age recommendation: Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-835-6900.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Steel Lake Park
2410 S. 312th St.
Federal Way WA 98003.
For more info visit www.itallhappenshere.org. Celtic/pop/rock music from The Geoffrey Castle Band. 4 to 7 p.m. FREE. Animal Acres Park, N.E. 178th Street and Brookside Boulevard, Lake Forest Park. 206-417-4645. www.shorelinearts.net.
Seattle Area
Celtic/pop/rock music from The Geoffrey Castle Band.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-417-4645.
Wednesday, August 4, 2010, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Animal Acres Park
N.E. 178th Street and Brookside Boulevard
Lake Forest Park WA 98155.
For more info visit www.shorelinearts.net.