Northwest Gold Coast

Tukwila Days Festival
What: Music, art, food and fun, games, entertainment, arts and crafts, vendor booths, kids activities.
Admission and most activities are free
Where: Tukwila Community Center
When: August 21, 2010, activities start at 8am
For more info: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

K-9 Karnival
What: An event for dogs and their families, including dog crafts, the silly dog show, a bone hunt, vendors and the annual ‘lap it up’ ice cream contest.
Where: Federal Way’s Steel Lake Park
When: Sept. 11th, 12pm start time
For more info: http://www.cityoffederalway.com

Northwest Washington Fair
What: Fair that features carnival, agriculture displays, draft-house exhibits, vendors, live concerts and food.
Where: Western Washington Fairgrounds, 1775 Front St, Lyndon
When: August 13th thru the 18th
For more info: www.northwestwashingtonfair.org

100th Anniversary of Pike Place Market
What: This event marks the 100th anniversary of Seattle’s Pike Place Market with festivities and activities all throughout the day, including an evening concert and fireworks.
Where: Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle
When: Tuesday, August 17th
For more info: www.pikeplacemarket.org

Duwamish River Festival
What: This FREE festival features live music, water-taxi rides, food, kids activities, and health information.
Where: Duwamish River Park, 10th Ave S. and S. Kenyon St. Seattle
When: Wednesday, August 18th
For more info: www.duwamishcleanup.org

Bicycle Sunday
What: This scenic bike ride offers beautiful views as a chance to ride with routes closed to motorized traffic.
Where: Start at Lake Washington Blvd S. and ends in Seward Park
When: Sunday, August 19th 9am-6pm
For more info: http://www.seattle.gov/

Washington State International Kite Festival
What: One of the world’s largest kite festivals, with competition vendors, night kite flying and fireworks.
Where: Long Beach, WA – beachfront on Ocean Blvd and Bolstad Ave.
For more info: http://kitefestival.com

Evergreen State Fair
What: This annual Washington Fair features carnival, exhibits, concerts, contests, rodeo, food, monster truck show and much more.
Where: Evergreen State Fair Grounds, Monroe WA
When: Starts Thursday, August 26th thru Monday, September 6th
For more info: www.evergreenfair.org/

Bumbershoot
What: Seattle’s Music and Arts Festival features all types of live music, comedy, theater, visual arts, and dance and performances.
Where: Seattle Center, downtown Seattle
When: Sept. 4th thru 6th
For More info: http://bumbershoot.org

Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival
What: This local festival features a parade, food, art and lots of entertainment for the whole family.
Where: Mukilteo Lighthouse Park, 609 Front Street and Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave
When: Sept. 10th thru 12th
For more Info: www.mukilteolighthousefestival.com

The Puyallup Fair
What: Washington’s biggest country fair with carnival rides, concerts, food, 4-H animals, rodeo, exhibits and so much more.
Where: The Puyallup Fair Grounds in Puyallup, WA
When: Sept 10th thru 26th
For more info: www.thefair.com

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Burien Family Fiesta
What: Bring the family for a fun evening with live entertainment, kids crafts, food and games.
Where: Lake Burien School Memorial Park (SW 149^th and 16^th SW Burien, WA)
When: Thursday July 15 at 6pm
For more info: call 206-988-3700 or visit www.b-townblog.com

Peanut Butter and Jam Noontime Concert Series
What: Popular concert series for kids and families brought by Tukwila Parks and Rec.
Where: Tukwila Community Center
When:  Every Friday from July 16 through August 20, 2010 at 12pm/Noon
For more info: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

Sequim Lavender Festival
What: Enjoy the beautiful and fragrant lavender fields in bloom on a farm tour, with U-Pick lavenders and kids activities. Visit the street fair with music, food and craft booths. All ages welcome.
When: Friday, July 16 through Sunday, July 18, 2010
Cost: Farm tours are $15. Street fair is FREE.
For more info on times and other fair information visit: www.lavenderfestival.com

Mukilteo Waterfront Art Festival
What: Come experience the beauty of Mukilteo’s waterfront while viewing local artists artwork, free food, entertainment and kids activities.
Where: Lighthouse Park
When: Saturday July 17, 2010 from 11am-7pm
Cost: This is a FREE event for all ages.
For more info: www.mukilteoartsguild.org

Bite of Seattle
What: The Northwest’s Premier Food Festival, “Bite of Seattle” is back. Come hungry and explore a variety of participating restaurants and vendors with many menu items to choose from. New lower prices this year are the lowest they’ve been since 1986!
Where: Seattle Center
When: The Bite of Seattle runs from Friday, July 16 through Sunday, July 18, 2010.
Cost: Admission to this Seattle Center event is FREE.
For exact times and other information visit: http://www.comcastbiteofseattle.com/index.php

Jubilee Days
What: White Center’s Jubilee Days is here again. This event in its 87^th year is packed full of entertainment, food and activities for the entire family. Street fair, carnival, parade and much more is what you can expect at this community event.
Where: 16^th Ave SW and SW 100^th St., White Center, WA
When: Wednesday, July 14 through Sunday, July 18, 2010.
For exact dates and times of each event visit: www.jubileedays.org

Renton River Days
What: The 25^th annual Renton River Days celebration is here again. Bring the entire family for summer time fun with all kinds of events and activities such as a parade, rubber ducky derby, lots of food and arts and crafts, activities for kids, community booths, chalk art contest and so much more.
Where: Liberty Park (Bronson Way N and Houser Way N., Renton, WA)
When: Friday, July 23 through Sunday, July 25, 2010.
For more info: rentonwa.gov

Kids Day
What: Federal Way’s Steel Lake Park is having their annual Kids Day event for kids ages 2-12 years old.
Activities include crafts, music, face painting, toddler tent, sand castle building contest, chalk art contest and much more.
Where: Federal Way Steel Lake Park (2410 S. 312th St., Federal Way, WA)
When: Wednesday, August 4, 2010.
For more info: www.itallhappenshere.org

ShoWare Shootout
What: South King County’s three on three basketball event for all ages.  Age divisions include men, women, seniors, children and wheelchair. Proceeds go to Kent Youth and Family Services.
Where: ShoWare Center (625 W. James St. Kent, WA)
When: Saturday and Sunday, August 7-8, 2010
Cost: $50 per team. Entry deadline is July 31, 2010.
For more info: http://showareshootout.com

Junk in the Trunk
What: Tukwila community garage sale.  Purchase a space to sell your yard sale items or come to scope out what’s for sale!
Where: Tukwila Community Center (12424 42nd Avenue South Tukwila, WA)
When: Saturday, August 14, 2010 from 9am – 2pm
For more info: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

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Free Play Fridays: Factoria’s Kids Quest Children’s Museum is offering FREE admission for kids ages 10 and under on Fridays from 5-8pm. Lots of fun activities including tree house exploration, water play, and much more. For more info on this special deal as well as museum hours and admission, go to: www.kidsquestmuseum.org/

Bastyr University Herb and Food Fair: The 12^th annual healthful-living event features lectures, cooking demonstrations and guided walks with live music and plenty of activities to keep kids busy. June 5^th |  10am-5pm. Cost is FREE. For more info: http://bastyr.edu/

Maritime Gig Festival: Start off the day with a pancake breakfast between 8-11am and stay for the parade at 10am along Harborview Drive in Gig Harbor. Lots of kids activities including a fishing pond, bouncy house and entertainment. Most activities are FREE.  June 5^th 8am-10pm | June 6^th 7am-4:30pm. For more info go to:  http://www.maritimegig.com/

BlueFish Festival: Got teenagers? Looking for something fun and FREE for them to do? Saturday, June 12th, the BlueFish Festival  for  teens  features features a teen art show, local teen bands and a BBQ with other activities.  For more info on this Kirkland WA event: http://www.ktub.org/

Father’s Day Workshops for Kids: All Michaels stores, including the Tukwila location will be having free father’s day craft workshops for kids ages 3 and up. Activities start Saturday,  June 12^th from 10-2pm and Sunday, June 13^th from 1-3pm. Craft time also ongoing that week through the 18^th of June.  For more info on projects, locations and exact times, go to: http://www.michaels.com

Edmonds Arts Festival: Come celebrate Father’s Day weekend at Edmond’s 53^rd annual art festival.  Friday, June 18^th 11am-9pm | Saturday June 19^th, 10am-8pm | Sunday 20^th 10am-6pm | This event is FREE and offers activities for the entire family with a kids creative corner for clay handbuilding, frog crafts and Bubbleman Gary Golightly ( Sunday 1pm).  Many booths of fine arts and crafts for adults and free shuttle.  For more info on this event, go to: www.edmondsartsfestival.com/

Fremont Fair: Enjoy the outdoors at Seattle’s Fremont Fair. | Saturday, June 19^th 10am-8pm | Sunday, June 20^th 11am-6pm | The fairs first few hours entail a Solstice parade, but throughout the rest of the weekend you can enjoy booths of food, plenty of people watching, music and performances.  This event takes place on North 35^th and North Canal Streets.  For more info on this FREE event, as well as a link to map and transit info, go to: www.fremontfair.org/events.php

Fenders on Front Street: As part of Issaquah’s annual Greenway Days, this special event is one many dads won’t want to miss.  Check out all the cool cars parked along Front Street in Issaquah and listen to tunes by local bands as well as watch cars cruise Front Street at 3pm. This is a FREE event for all ages on Sunday, June 20^th | 8am-3pm | For more info: www.fendersonfrontstreet.com/

Wild Strawberry Festival: Burien’s Strawberry Festival is packed full of family fun , activities and entertainment.  An eclectic lineup of musicians and performances with a car show, bike fair, skate board competition and hands-on booths with games and an amazing inflatable village for all ages. This year’s festival will be in a new location in the Town Square Park on 152^nd and 5^th.  Saturday June 19^th 10am-6pm | Sunday 20^th 10am-5pm | For more info on this event and all the activities it offers, go to: http://burienwa.gov

4^th of July parade: The city of Burien is hosting their 89^th annual Independence Day parade. Sunday  | July 4^th | 3pm.  The parade begins at Ambaum Blvd. SW and SW 149^th and admission is FREE. This is a fun and festive parade to enjoy for the entire family. Get there early to ensure a good seat for viewing.  For more info on this event, go to: www.swkcc.org

Tukwila Family 4^th: Celebrate this 4^th of July at Fort Dent Park in Tukwila. Kids activities begin at 2pm with inflatable bouncers and a tent full of activities for preschoolers.  So much to do for the entire family and picnic areas will be open with BBQ’s allowed in designated areas as well as food available from vendors. Fireworks begin at 10pm sharp.  Parking is limited so plan accordingly. For more info on this holiday event, go to: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

Red White & Blues Festival: The city of Federal Way is having a family 4^th of July festival at Celebration Park.  Festival includes hot dog eating contest, arm wrestling tournament, interactive arts for the kids and fun family games. There will also be live entertainment beginning at 6pm. Fireworks display starts at 10:15pm.  For more info on this event, go to: www.cityoffederalway.com/

4^th of July Fun Run: The city of Normandy Park is celebrating this years’  4^th of July with their 7^th annual  2.8K fun run, parade and ice cream social. Arrive at Marvista Elementary by 10am to participate.  Enter the bike decorating contest and prizes will be awarded for the best patriotic decorations. Parade starts at 10:30am and ends with a free ice cream social, hot dogs, beverages, popcorn, sno-cones, music , a car show and inflatables for the kids. For more info on this event, go to: http://www.ci.normandy-park.wa.us/

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Spring Fair: Spring is in the air at the Puyallup Fair grounds, April 15th-18th with free entertainment, music, comedy, Slamfest Demo derby, garden show, science fair, rides, and of course the fabulous food. For more info on admission, hours and parking go to: www.thefair.com 

Spring Festival and Downtown Poker Run: Renton invites you to celebrate spring and “Earth Week” at the 8th Annual Spring Festival in the Piazza. Enjoy music and entertainment and kid’s activities. Shop arts and crafts vendors and the Piazza Attic rummage sale. Admission is free.  April 17th | 12-5pm. For more info: http://rentonwa.gov

World Rhythm Festival: Seattle’s World Rhythm Festival is 3 days packed with a vast range of world music traditions including Middle-Eastern, African, Indian, Latin, Brazilian, North American and more. There will be over 100 performances and drum and dance workshops. Admission is free. Festival runs April 23rd-25th. For more info: www.swps.org

Kids Crafty Saturday: Bellevue Arts Museum has a fun activity for kids where you can make your own window stickers. Saturday | April 24th | 1-3pm. Cost is $2. to cover materials, or FREE with admission. For more info: www.bellevuearts.org

Fun’ Raiser: A FREE family-friendly event in Graham at Frontier Park | Saturday | April 24^th | 10am-3pm.  This mini fair features horses, dogs, cavies, cats, crafts, photography, and performing arts. Proceeds from this event benefit Pierce County 4-H.  For more info:  www.pierce.wsu.edu

Nile Shrine Circus: The Shrine Circus is coming to Kent’s ShoWare Center Center Friday, April 23^rd-Sunday, April 25^th.  Come see Elephants, Tigers, clowns and more in this 3 ring circus and high wire act. For more info on show times and ticket prices, go to: http://tickets.showarecenter.com

Pottery sale: Moshier Community Art Center in Burien is having their pottery sale which only happens twice a year. Don’t miss the chance to browse and purchase beautiful pottery pieces and handmade wares. Come early for the best selection. Saturday | May 1st, 2010 | 10am-3pm | Moshier Arts Center at 430 S. 156th. For more info: www.burienparks.net:

Northwest National Park Family Day:  Seattle’s Seward Park community is hosting a fun and free family event full of activities geared toward children and those unfamiliar with national parks of the NW.  Meet Park Rangers and enjoy lots of hands-on educational activities and fun.  Sunday | May 2^nd | 10am-3pm.  For more info:  http://www.npca.org/

Burien Farmers Market: The city of Burien’s Farmers Market starts off the spring season on May 6th, 2010, running every Thursday through October from 11am-6pm in the Burien Town Square on 5th and SW 152nd Street. 40-50 vendors each week will be selling produce, handmade goods and fresh baked products. For more info: www.discoverburien.com

Mom and Me at the Zoo: Woodland Park Zoo’s annual Mom and Me at the Zoo is coming Saturday, May 8th | 9:30am-3:30pm. Admission is FREE with any past Mom and Me at the Zoo tee-shirt, old or new or even if it no longer fits…admission is free. Regular priced admission applies to those without a shirt. For more info: www.zoo.org 

Backyard Wildlife Festival: This free all-day event at Tukwila’s Community Center hopes to inspire and educate people to welcome wildlife. May 8th | 9am-3pm | Come learn about birds, butterflies and other wildlife with a variety of activities and educational opportunities. For more info: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

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Easter Eggstravaganza: Angle Lake Neighborhood Church hosts this event for the community. There will be games, inflatable rides, food, an egg hunt and much more.| Sat. April 3rd | 10am-2pm | For more info: call 206 244-7600 or visit www.anglelake.org

Bunny Breakfast and Spring Easter Egg Hunt:  The City of Burien is hosting a Bunny Breakfast and Egg hunt at the Burien Community Center. Sat. | April 3rd | This family fun event is $4 a person and includes a pancake breakfast and egg hunt following which will be divided into age appropriate groups. Breakfast starts at 9am and Easter Egg Hunt at 11am. Space is limited so get your tickets now. For more info, go to www.burienwa.gov

Easter Egg Hunt:  SeaTac’s annual Easter Egg hunt will be held at Angle Lake Park | Sat. | April 3rd | Join the fun as children search for hidden eggs and treats. This holiday event is for families with children up to 10 years old. Please be on time as every year there is a good turnout of guests and the eggs don’t last long. Please bring a basket or bag for each child participating in the hunt. This is a free event. For more info, go to: www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Thomas Arthur Luminous Edge:  The city of Kent’s Performing Arts Center brings this family event of choreographed juggling, digital film projections and audience participation with juggler Thomas Arthur. Sat. | March 20th | 3pm. This is for families with kids of all ages. Tickets are $12 | $10 Seniors | $8 students. For more info, go to: www.ci.kent.wa.us

Soaring Expo: Seattle’s Museum of Flight invites you to experience the Soaring Expo of 2010 and see an amazing display of sleek, graceful, full-size sailplanes in the Side Gallery throughout the weekend. Members of area soaring clubs will also be on hand to answer all your questions. This event runs for two days, Sat. March 20th | Sun. March 21st | For more info, go to:  www.museumofflight.org

Family Movie Nights on the Big Screen:  The city of Tukwila’s Community Center is having a fun family movie night on a huge inflatable screen. Bring your sleeping bags, pillows and blankets. Doors open at 6pm and movie starts promptly at 6:30pm, March 20th. No outside food or beverages as concessions are available at this event. There is no admittance fee, but donations are gladly accepted for the Tukwila Food Pantry. For more info, go to: www.seattlesouthside.com

Renton City Concert Band:  This community band features over 50 members and will entertain you with favorites at Renton’s Carco Theater. March 18th | 7:30-9pm | Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for students and seniors. For more info, go to: http://rentonwa.gov

Spring Break Tropical Party:  Tacoma’s Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium is having a two day event with Spring Break Tropical Party, March 27th and 28th. Watch sharks gulp down special treats, go behind the scenes with some of the world’s most impressive coral, enjoy festive cuisine and tasty drinks all while watching some amazing live tropical dancing! For more info, go to: www.pdza.org

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival:  This annual outdoor event in Mt Vernon is running 6 days earlier this year, March 26th – April 30th. This years’ unusually mild winter and seemingly early arrival of spring will have the immense fields of tulips in early bloom in a vast assortment of colors. Tulip fans, bring your cameras and dress in layers and wear rain boots as access to the fields tends to be muddy. For more info, go to: www.tulipfestival.org

The Secret Life of Bugs:  Seattle’s Northwest Puppet Center gives you a glimpse into the miniature world of insects with mesmerizing blacklight puppetry. This educational and entertaining performance was developed with assistance from expert entomologist Erin Sullivan from Woodland Park Zoo. Showtimes are Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm and 3pm. This productions is running now through March 21st. For more info, go to: www.nwpuppet.org

Teen Flashlight Egg Hunt: 11 to 18 years old are invited to bring their flashlights and join for hunting glow in the dark eggs. Free!| Fri. March 26th | 7pm-8pm| Center at Norpoint, Tacoma, WA | For more info: call 253-591-5504 or visit: http://www.metroparkstacoma.org

FIRST Robotics Competition: Microsoft Seattle Regional Event.  High tech robots designed and built by students will compete at the event.  Open to the public. FREE! | Fri. March 26th |  8:30am-3:30pm | Seattle Center, Key Arena, Seattle, WA | For more info: http://www.firstwa.org/

World Folk Art Festival: Learn traditional Croarian dances, dip Mexican wax flowers, paint a Ukrainian decorated egg.  Master artists will be stationed throughout the museum teaching crafts and talking their cultures. | Sat.  April 17th | 10am – 5pm | Washington State History Museum, Tacoma, WA | For more info: http://www.washingtonhistory.org/

Kiros Christian Networking: Join Christian business people seeking networking and encouragement. | Fri. March 19th |  7am-8:30am | For more info: http://www.kiros.org/

Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra: “A Cathedral in sound” | Sun. March 21st |  3pm | University of Washington: Meany Hall, Seattle, WA |For more info: http://seattlephil.org

Caregiver University Free Classes: Open to the public for both current caregivers and future caregivers. |Sat. March 20th | 10am-12pm | Tacoma Lutheran Retirement Community, Tacoma, WA | Limited to 50 contact Nancy Caldara @ TLRC Foundation or call at 253-284-7538|For more info: http://www.tacomalutheran.org/

The Wailin’s Jennys: The Canadian folk trio brings a fresh acoustic breeze from Canada’s mid-western heartland.| Fri. April 9th |  7:30pm | Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center | For more info: http://www.ci.kent.wa.us/arts/

NW Extreme Flat Track Motorcycle Racing: Catch the fastest indoor motorcycle racing.  Sat. April 17th |  7pm | ShoWare Center, 625 W James St. Kent, WA 98032|For more info: http://tickets.showarecenter.com/

Savor Seattle Chocolate Indulgence Tour: Taste the Seattle’s finest chocolate creations. Celebrity chef Tom Douglas’s signature dessert, decadent drinking chocolate and much more.| Fri. March 19th |  11am-1pm | Mayflower Park Hotel, Seattle, WA | For more info: http://www.savorseattletours.com/

Black Box Opera: Perform topical operas of this century and the last. | Sat. April 17th |  8pm | Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way, WA |For more info: http://www.centerstagetheatre.com/

Healthy Kids and Green Parenting Fair: Learn how to protect your child from toxins in the environment and find resources.| Sat. March 20th |  10am-3pm | South Park Community Center, Tacoma, WA | For more info: http://www.tpchd.org

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Icons of Wahington:   Learn about what makes Washington different from others in the world. | February 17 through July 3, 10am – 4pm | Washington State History Museum, Tacoma, WA | For more info:  www.washingtonhistory.org

Walk Live Class:  Walk with certified walk leaders using Leslie Sansone’s walk program. | Thursday, February 18, 7:15am – 7:50am | Allenmore Medical Center- Building B | For more info: www.walkliveforlife.com

Fancy Nancy Tea Party: Take your girls to Fancy Nancy’s tea party.  She know how to host you and tell you all the tips for hosting tea party. | Saturday, February 27 at 10:30am | Tacoma Public Library Main Branch, Olympic Room | For more info: www.tacomapubliclibrary.org

SeaTac’s 20^th Birthday:  Celebrating 20^th birthday celebration of the city.  Entertainment,  tours,  refreshments,  informational displays | Monday, March 1 | Open house from 5 – 8pm, Ceremony at 6:30pm | SeaTac City Hall 4800 S. 188^th St., SeaTac | For more info: www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Legally Blonde:  The hilarious musical is in town.  Think PINK  this spring. | February 23 through March 14 | 5^th Ave. Theatre, Seattle, WA | For more info: www.5thavenue.org

Northwest Women’s Show:  22^nd Annual Northwest Women’s Show.  There are more than 500 business and services that are of interest to ladies. | Friday, March 5 at 5pm | Quest Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S. Seattle, WA  | For more info:  www.nwwomenshow.com

Seattle Dinner Cruise:  Romantic day out with dinner cruise around Elliott Bay and Puget Sound while you watch the sun go down.  Live entertainment, music, dance floor, gallery and relaxing space on board. | Monday, March 08 at 7pm | Pier 56, Seattle, WA | For more info: www.destination-store.com

Men of Worth:  Scotsman Donnie MacDonald and Irishman James Keigher perform traditional and contemporary Irish and Scottish folk music. | Thursday, March 11 at 7:30pm | Kent-Mefidian Performing Arts Center, Kent, WA | For more info: www.ci.kent.wa.us/arts

Pot ‘O Gold Rummage Sale:  All proceeds will find youth mission projects. | Saturday, March 13, 8am – 5pm | Puyallup United Methodist Church, Puyallup, WA | For more info: www.puyallupumc.org

Irish Festival of Seattle:  All about Irish.  Music, singing, dancing contest, language workshops, children’s contest and activities and most Irish looking contest and many booths for shopping. | Saturday, March 13 – 14 at 10am | Seattle Center | For more info:  www.seattlecenter.com

County Wide Christian Singles Conference:  Join fellowship and personal growth opportunities to single adults in a Christian environment.  All Christian singles in King, Pierce and Thurston Counties are invited to join. | Saturday, March 13, 1pm – 9pm | Living Grace Ministries, Tacoma, WA | For more info: www.piercecountychristiansingles.org

Healthy Kids and Green Parenting Fair:  Learn how to protect your child from toxins in the environment and find some resources.  Free lead testing of toys and consumer products. | Saturday, March 20, 10am – 3pm | South Park Community Center ,Tacoma, WA | For more info: www.tpchd.org

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The Exhibition– BODIES: Visitors can see inside the human body structure, and watch it function from the inside out. Many of the full body specimens are dissected in vivid athletic poses, related to everyday activities. Educational for all ages. | Sun.- Thur. 10am – 7pm, Fri. & Sat. 10am-10pm, Dec. 9th, 2009 – March 31, 2010 | 1505 Fifth Ave. Seattle, WA 98101 | For more info: www.bodiestheexhibition.com/seattle

Bellevue Home Show: If you’re looking for ideas, exhibits, seminars and demonstrations in home remodeling, landscaping, new construction and interior design, Bellevue’s Home Show has it all. Located at the Meydenbauer Center | January 22nd-23rd | 10am-8pm | Sunday Jan. 24th | 10am-6pm.  Admission is $8. for adults, $5. for seniors, and kids 12 and under are free.  For more info on this event and parking, go to: www.bellevuehomeshow.com

Children’s Film Festival: Northwest Film Forum’s annual film festival for kids. Look for opening night special. Audiences have a chance to engage into activities and songs for Spanish-language films. |January 22nd- 31st  | Northwest Film Forum | For more info: www.nwfilmforum.org

Country Village Train Rides: Enjoy a half-mile train ride through the Country Village grounds.| Fri. – Sun., 11:30am – 4pm | Country Village Bothell | For more info:www.countryvillagebothell.com

Friday Night Family Ice Skate: All ages and abilities are welcome! This is an ongoing event for family with great price $3 | Fri. 6:45-8:45pm, Jan. 8th-Mar. 26th  |  Alki Community Center, Seattle | For more info: www.seattle.gov

Daddy and Daughter Dance: Take your princess to the Ball! Make your daughter’s fantasy a reality in this fun community event. | Feb. 6th |  3-5pm or 6:30 – 9pm | For more info: www.ci.lacey.wa.us

Community Spaghetti Dinner: Your family can enjoy a delicious spaghetti dinner while making new friends and a complimentary moonlit stroll to learn about nighttime animals of Seward Park.| Jan. 29th |  6-7pm, Full Moon Walk- 7-8:30pm | $4 adults, $3 children | Seward Park Environmental and Audubon Center | For more info: sewardpark.audubon.org or buy tickets online at www.brownpapertickets.com

Free First Thursday: Enjoy free admission to Seattle museums, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle Asian Art Museum, The Burke Museum, Wing Luke Asian Museum, the Museum of History and Industry and the Museum of Flight | Varies by Museum hours | FREE

Pero (or The Mysteries of the Night): Children, and children-at-heart, will smile at this sweet show about a night-shift baker who loves a day-shift wash woman. Will the colorful new stranger in town win her, or will Pero triumph? | Fri. 7pm | Sat. 2pm & 5pm | Sun. 2pm, Jan. 14th – Feb. 14th | Seattle Children’s Theatre | For more info: www.sct.org

The Knight and the Mermaid: Imagination, heroism and magic come in abundance with the Carter Family Marionettes. Children and adults will love these 3-foot characters with their lavish constumes. | Sat.& Sun 1pm & 3pm |  Jan. 9th-24th | Northwest Puppet Center 9123 15th Ave. Seattle 98115 | For more info: www.nwpuppet.org

Peter and the Wolf Introduce You to the Families of Orchestra: Children’s concert with Dr. Duane Hulbert and the Tacoma Youth Symphony. What a great way to learn music and a classic tale at the same time! | Sat. 3pm | Jan. 23rd | For more info: www.pugetsound.edu

Tet Festival – Vietnamese Lunar New Year: The Year of the Ox comes with music, food, exhibits and other cultural presentations. | Sat. & Sun. Feb. 6th & 7th | Seattle Center House | For more info: seattlecenter.com

Sweeties Pancake Breakfast: City of Seatac’s Community Center Seniors hosting a delicious pancake breakfast for all. February 13th | 9am-11am. Bring your favorite sweetie, spouse, friend, or family member as a live band will seranade with song and music. Cost is $4. in advance, $5. at the door. For more info, call 206.973.4690 or go to  www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Daddy/Daughter Valentine Ball:  The city of Burien invites you to join in for an evening of dancing, refreshments, flowers for the daughter, raffle prizes and a photo in cupid’s corner.  This event will be held at Burien’s Community Center on February 6th | session 1: 5:30-7pm | session 2: 7:30-9pm | Cost is $27.00 per couple for 1 father, 1 daughter | $5.00 each additional father or daughter.  For more info: www.burienwa.gov

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ICE Racing 34^th Annual World Championship :  Friday, December 18^th | 8pm | Kent ShoWare Center. This motorsports competition features oval track racing’s thoroughbreds. These exotic race bikes compete on ice in the tight confines of the ShoWare Center’s ice rink. Tickets are $17-28. For More info, please go to: www.icespeedway.com

New Years Eve Party at Acme Bowl: Tukwila’s Acme Bowl invites you to reserve your lane in the Seven10 private bowling lounge on Thursday | December 31 | 9pm to 1am|  This  special party package of $175 per lane  includes: 4 hours of bowling for up to 6 guests , shoe rental, champagne toast, party favors with giveaways all night long. For more info: www.acmebowl.com

Hot Lunch at the Museum of Glass: Celebrate Friday at the Museum of Glass in Tacoma.  December 18^th and January 1^st, 2010 | 11:30am-1pm. Enjoy a box lunch from Gallucci’s Glass Café while watching a featured or visiting artist at work in the Hot Shop. Cost: $10 per person plus Museum admission. For More info: www.museumofglass.org

Radio City Christmas Spectacular: Seattle’s Paramount Theater is presenting the famous Radio City Rockets in this Christmas Spectacular breathtaking performance full of fun and surprises for the whole family with a parade of wooden soldiers, living nativity, and Santa North Pole workshop.  This show runs from December 12^th-Jan. 3^rd.  Tickets range from $25-$125.  For more info:  www.stgpresents.org

Children’s Arts and Crafts Station: Downtown Seattle’s Space Needle will be featuring a Children’s Arts and Crafts Station on the Observation Deck for kids to create fun holiday gifts for family and friends.  Santa will also be there to meet and greet guests.  This will run on weekends through out December with the final event on the 19^th-24^th| 11am-5pm.  For more info: www.spaceneedle.com

Winter Wonderland at Pacific Place: Seattle’s ultimate shopping and dining experience at Pacific Place is now featuring an indoor snow wonderland.  Every evening at 6pm they feature a nightly indoor snow show inside the soaring atrium until Dec. 31^st. Great fun for the whole family and the kids will have a blast.  For more info: www.pacificplaceseattle.com

Winter Wonderland Hayrides:  Guided hayrides will leave Seattle’s Seward Park neighborhood hourly from 10am-3pm for this 45 minute ride of magnificent scenery. Dec. 19^th |  Rides will be conducted regardless of weather, unless it is deemed unsafe.  Cost is $5.  Wagon space is limited.  For more info on this event:  http://sewardpark.audubon.org/

Family Gingerbread House Decorating:  High Point Community Center in South Seattle is having a fun-for-the-whole-family event.  Come create and decorate a no bake gingerbread house using a variety of candy, sprinkles, and icing.  Dec. 19th | 10:30am-11:30am | Cost is $3-$5. For more info, call 206-684-7422 or go to: http://culturemob.com/events/ 

Model Train Festival: Washington State History Museum in Tacoma will have every floor buzzing with model trains with 6 little railroad towns portraying pop-culture references, dressed with holiday decorations, and miniature depictions of everyday life.  This year they have expanded their hours as well as having a play area for little ones.  Dec. 26th-Jan 2nd | 10am-6pm.  For more info, please visit http://washingtonhistory.org

15^th Annual Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park: The largest drive through Christmas light display in the Northwest. $13/vehicle | Nov. 26th-Jan. 3rd, 2010 |  5:30pm-9:30pm | Spanaway Park, 14905 Gus G. Bresemann Rd. S, Spanaway, 253-798-4000 | For more info: www.lakewood-wa.com

 Mint in Box Dolls and Toys:  Display antique dolls, clothes, and accessories, all in their original boxes. Oct. 31st-Feb.21st, 2010|  Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 1-5pm | Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art, Bellevue | For more info: www.dollart.com

 Redondo View Points: Sophiscated lightings with trains, snowmen, nativity scene. A true Christmas light wonderland. | Daily through Dec.31, 5pm-10pm |  A mile from Redondo beach to the south.

 David Isaacs, Classical Guitarist Concert:  Renowned classical guitarist will perform J. S. Bach, George Phillip, Telemann, Agustin Barrios Mangore, and others. | Thursday | Jan. 14th, 2010 | 7pm | Olympic Room, Main Library, 1102 Tacoma Ave. S.

 Zoolights: Northwest’s wildest holiday light display. Enjoy animal visits while you stroll the zoo. | Nov. 27th-Jan. 3rd,2010 |  5pm-9pm | Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium | For more info: http://www.pdza.org

 Winter Wild Land at NW Trek: Watch animals behavior as they explore their holiday gifts—popcorn balls, pine cone treats, candy cane popsicles , etc. | Dec.21st-Jan 3rd, 2010| Northwest Trek | For more info: http://www.nwtrek.org

 Tacoma’s Last Mile at First Night: Run or walk the last mile of 2009 on Broadway. Enjoy the various shows featured by school of the Arts—Entrance at 1118 Commerce St. | Dec.31st |  6:15pm | For more info: http://www.metroparkstacoma.org

 Scrooge the Musical: Will entertain whole family of every age. | Varies per performance | Dec. 11th-20th | Champions Center Tacoma | For more info: www.championscentre.com/

 New Year’s Eve Sleepover: Fill your final hours of 2009 with blasts of fiery science. | Thursday | Dec. 31st | 7pm | Pacific Science Center | For more info: www.pacificsciencecenter.org/

 Jack and the Beanstalk: Centerstage bring its third annual English Christmas pantomime.  Fun family entertaining. | Friday | Dec. 18th |  8pm | Knutzen Family Theatre.  For more info: http://www.centerstagetheatre.com/

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17^th Annual Arts Alive Exhibit: 35 pieces of art by 19 artists display now at the Federal Way City Hall 33325 8^th Ave. S. | The public is invited to vote for the People’s Choice award through November 28. | Federal Way City Hall, 2^nd floor, Monday – Friday 8am-5pm | For more info: www.federalwaynews.net

Bodies: Kids will explore the human body through interactive exhibition, Sesame Street’s Muppets. | Children’s Museum, Seattle | October 03 – January 31 | Monday – Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday – Sunday 10am-6pm | For more info: www.thechildrensmuseum.org

Peter Pan: Fall into a childhood dream through musical based on the play by James M. Barrie | Seattle Children’s Theatre | November 13 – January 10 | For info: www.sct.org

Holiday Home Accessory Swap:  Seattle’s Phinney Neighborhood Center is helping you decorate your home for the holidays while being easy on the wallet.  | November 21 | 10am-12pm |  Come with 3 or more items and the entrance fee is $10.  Everything at the swap is FREE!  Replace all your unused decor with something fun and new | For more info: www.exploitseattle.com

Dickens Festival: Experience Dickens novels, walk the streets entertainment and activities. Welcome to dressed in Victorian attire. | November 21 | 11am-5:30 pm followed by a ball from 6:30pm-11pm | For more info: www.dickensfestival.net

Click! Family Flicks: Come see family movies on the third Saturday of every month presented by Cable TV and the Grand Cinema. | 606 S. Fawcett, Tacoma, WA 98446 | November 21 – January 16 | Third Saturdays at 10:30am | For more info: www.grandcinema.com

Macy’s 24^th Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting:  Beginning on 7^th Ave. and Pine, the parade starts its route through downtown Seattle.  This is a free event for the entire family.  Come early to get a spot with a good view.  Parade begins at 8:45am | November 27 |  Tree lighting, Macy’s star lighting and fireworks show begins at 5pm that evening. |   For more info:  call 206-506-7555 or visit www.macys.com

Christmas Ship Festival: The Argosy Christmas Ship festival has been a Northwest tradition for 60 years.  Come enjoy the festivities with choirs on board singing 20 minute performances broadcasted via state of the art speaker systems.  | Lake Union in Seattle | November 28 – December 23 |  For more info including daily schedules: www.argosycruises.com

Jack and the Beanstalk: English Christmas pantomime. High energy musical designed for kids from age 5 to 105. | Kuntzen Family Theater, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd. | November 28 -December 20 | Friday and Saturday 8pm, Saturday and Sunday 2pm | For more info: www.centerstagetheatre.com

Tree Lighting Ceremony:  SeaTac’s City Hall is having their annual tree lighting ceremony with live entertainment, refreshments and surprises.  This is a free event for the whole family.  | December 3 | 6:30pm |  For more info: www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Jingle Bell Brunch: Enjoy brunch, create holiday crafts, have pictures with Santa and enjoy music and entertainment.  | Federal Way Community Center, 876 S. 333^rd St. | December 5 | 7:30-9:30am or 10am-12pm | Cost is $6-8 |  For more info: www.cityoffederalway.com

Santa Parade and Tree Lighting Ceremony: Family fun at this festive children’s parade followed by community caroling and the lighting of the Christmas tree | Auburn City Hall | December 5 | 4:30pm | For more info: www.auburnwa.gov

Kids Cookie Decorating Party:  Kent Station’s Zephyr Grill is inviting you to make some fun holiday memories with your kids with free cookie decorating of ginger bread and sugar cookies.  Parents can relax and enjoy free appetizers while the kids have fun decorating. | Free admission | December 5 | 2pm |  For more info:  www.zephyrgrill.com

Seattle Center Winterfest: Seattle Center hosts Winterfest with 5 weeks of free and affordable fun-filled activities and entertainment. | November 27 – December 31 |  The Winter Train and Village returns, along with the region’s best music and comedy, jazz and dance, ice sculpting, ice skating and fireside sing-alongs |  For more info: www.seattlecenter.com

Federal Way Chorale: Sink into the Christmas spirit with winter concert, “Traditional Sounds of Christmas”. | St. Luke’s Community of Christ in Federal Way | December 11 7:30am & December 13  6pm | For more info: www.fwchorale.com

The Singing Christmas Tree: Come enjoy the traditional the singing Christmas Tree by Life Center in Tacoma | December 20 | 3pm | For more info: www.life-center.org

Model Train Festival: Learn about the history of railroads in Washington State. See train sets and permanent model train layout. Hands-on kids activities. | Washington State History Museum | December 26 – January 02 | Daily 10am-6pm | For more info: www.washingtonhistory.org

Victorian Country Christmas: 22^nd Annual Victorian Country Christmas Festival at the Puyallup Fair Grounds has transformed this location to a Victorian Village featuring old fashioned streets lined with 530 Victorian stores. | December 2 – 6 | Wednesday – Saturday 10am-9pm, Sundays 10am-6pm.  | For more info: www.puyallupmainstreet.com

Open Gym: Play on the gym equipment at Metropolitan Gymnastics | Monday – Friday, 12pm-2pm ages 8 and up | Saturday, 12pm-2pm all ages | Ongoing event | For more info: www.metropolitangym.com

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Pumpkin Patches and Harvest Events: This helpful guide will give you great information on all the local pumpkin patches in Western Washington as well as fun family harvest events and things to do.  Prices, locations and activities vary on individual businesses.  For more info: seattletimes.nwsource.com

The Museum of Fright:  Halloween treats, games, ghosts of aviation’s past, stories of flights long-dead and gone. | Fri. Oct. 30 | 4pm – 9pm | Also available in a sleepover experience featuring the Flying Gizmo Show, a chilling flashlight tour of WWI and WWII galleries, a snack, and breakfast. | Oct. 30 – 31 | Fri. 5pm – Sat. 9a.m. | For more info:  www.museumofflight.org

Trunk or Treat: A safe and fun place for kids to trick or treat on halloween night.  | Free candy | Sponsored by Neighborhood Life Center | Sat. Oct. 31 | 6pm – 8pm | Bow Lake Elementary School, SeaTac WA | For more info: www.nlcic.org

Harvest Festival: Indoor Halloween-themed bash, organized by local churches.  Candy, monster truck, crafts, stories, games, singing and lots more. | Sat. Oct. 31 | 4pm – 8pm | Evergreen State Fairgrounds | For more info: www.monroeharvest.org

Hallelujah Night: The city of Kent’s River of Life Fellowship invites you to join this fun-filled safe and family-friendly evening with games, candy, costumes and a live comedy show from 7pm – 8pm.  There will be music, laughs and fun for everyone.  This free event starts at 5pm | Sat. Oct. 31  For more info: www.riveroflifefellowship.org or call 253-859-0832.

Family Tour: Eye Spy Seattle: Children get passports and have them stamped as they look for specified building details.  The program is interactive, child-focused, offering kids 5-10 years old an educational downtown experience. | Sat. Oct. 31 | 10am – 11:30am | Seattle Architecture Foundation in the Rainier Square Atrium (Level Three) | For more info: www.seattlearchitecture.org

Halloween with the Lights On: Watch “The 13 Nights of Halloween” and enjoy some messy activities. | Sat. Oct. 31 | 11am – 3pm | Imagine Children’s Museum, Everett WA | For more info: www.imaginecm.org

Festival of Pumpkins and Corn Maze: Fun family activity with ten acre maze and two trails.  Wed. through Sun., Sept. 19 – Oct. 31 | Festival of Pumpkins Sat. and Sun. only from 10am – 4pm. | Oct. 3 – 31 | Pick a pumpkin while enjoying entertaining attractions! Hay rides, corn crib, trout fishing, face painting, pumpkin launching, craft booths, food and more. | Stocker Farms in Snohomish, WA | For more info: (360) 568-7391 www.stockerfarms.com

Cedar River Salmon Viewing:  Head to Cedar River and see the natural wonder of salmon returning to their spawning grounds. | Oct. 17 – Nov. 1, 2009 | 11am – 4pm | For more info: www.cedarriver.org

Dia de Muertos offers a festival celebrated by Mexican and other Latin communities.  There will be specially prepared altars, music, dance, a procession, and plenty of kid’s activities. | Oct. 31 – Nov. 1 | Sat. 12pm – 8pm, Sun. 12pm – 6pm| Seattle Center | For more info: www.tallermexicano.org

19^th Annual Cultural Crossroads Festival: Multicultural celebration presents 35 cultural and ethnic music and dance performance. Includes Lego display and regional art for children. | Nov. 6 – 8, 2009 | Fri. 5pm – 10pm, Sat. 10am – 10pm, Sun. 11am – 6pm | Crossroads Bellevue | For more info: www.crossroadsbellevue.com

Hmong New Year Celebration offers craft demonstrations, traditional dance and costumes, children’s activities and exhibits. | Sat. Nov. 07 | 10am – 5pm | Seattle Center | For more info: www.seattlecenter.com

America’s Largest Antique and Collectible Show: Coming to the Puyallup Fair Grounds in the ShowPlex bldg. Largest selection of antiques and collectibles under one roof. | $6.00 admission for adults and $3.00 admission for children | Free parking | Sat. Nov. 7 9am – 6pm | Sun. Nov. 8 10am – 5pm.  |  For more info: www.palmerwirfs.com

Hanukkah Bazaar: Various vendors sell their books, Judaica, and other items appropriate for the upcoming holiday. | Nov. 12 | 8am – 1pm | Jewish Day School of Metropolitan Seattle, Bellevue | For more info: www.jds.org

Disney On Ice: Your favorite Disney moments come to life. Dazzling skating, special effects and beloved Disney characters. | Nov. 11 – Nov. 15 | Wed. – Fri. 7:30pm | Sat. 11:30am, 3:30pm, and 7:30pm | Sun. 1pm and 5pm | Tickets $8.00 – $65.00 | ShoWare Center, Kent WA | To buy tickets and for more info: showarecenter.com

Photo Tours: Take a photography tram tour of NW Trek to get spectacular shots of NW Trek wildlife. | Sat. Nov. 14 | 9am – 11am | Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, Eatonville WA | For more info: www.nwtrek.org

Ski and Snowboard Tuning 101: An REI expert will teach you how to tune your own skis and snowboard. | For REI members only | Nov. 18th at 7pm | REI 240 Andover Park W. Tukwila, WA | For more info: www.rei.com/stores/snowshop.html

Icons of Washington: Exhibit that shows symbolic ‘icons’ of the features, events, people, and landscapes that make Washington state unique and how these icons came to be. | Thurs. Nov. 19 | 10am – 5pm | Washington State History Museum in Tacoma, WA | For more info: www.washingtonhistory.org

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony: Watch this beautiful 30 foot tree being lit up while enjoying acapella men’s choir Northwest Soundmusic, desserts and apple cider. And get a photo with Santa! | Sponsored by Kirkland Downtown Association | Nov. 28 at 7pm | Kirkland Avenue by the Marina | For more info: www.kirklanddowntown.org

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Artwalk in Chinatown: See cool arts of many local artists. | Sat. 09/19/09, 5pm | International District 666 Jackson Seattle, WA 98104 |  For more info: 206-601-2981 http://www.socializr.com/event/418996268

Italian Festival: “Celebration of All Things Italian.” Includes food vendors, crafts, puppet theatre, Italian films, game contest and more. | Sat. 09/26/09-09/27/09 | Seattle Center House, Fisher Pavilion |  For more info: http://seattlecenter.com/events/festivals/festal/detail.asp?EV_EventNum=16

Family Fright Night: Tukwila Community Center welcomes you, your family and friends to join us for our fun filled Family Fright night on Thurs. Oct 29th from 6-8pm at the Tukwila Community Center.  Step into our spooky haunted house, enjoy fun carnival games, raffles, contests, and food.  Costumes are welcome and your donations of non-perishable foods for the Tukwila food pantry are gladly accepted at the door. For more info:  please follow the link at www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/

STARS (State Training & Registry System): Educational Free Early Childhood Workshops. | Sat. 10/03/09-12/03/09 | King County Libraries | For more info: http://www.kcls.org/stars/

Taste of Tuscany: The city of Burien invites you to Taste of Tuscany at the Burien Community Center Auditorium, Friday Sept. 25th | 5pm-7pm.  Spend time with friends and family and get to know people in the community as you enjoy a wonderful spaghetti dinner and entertainment.  Cost is $8 per person.  Families welcome.   For more info:  Call 206-244-3686 or visit the link at :   www.burienwa.gov

TurkFest: Celebrates the multiple cultures, modern Turkey to the East and West. 10/17/09 & 10/18 | Seattle Center House |  For more info: http://seattlecenter.com/events/festivals/festal/detail.asp?EV_EventNum=18

Harvest Celebration Farm Tour: Come meet the local farmers and enjoy farm-fresh produce and chef demonstrations, tons of fun things for familes and kids with hay rides, live music, cider making, corn mazes, live animals and much more.  This event will be held around local farms in the area on Sept. 26th | 10am.  The cost is free, but suggested donations are greatly appreciated.  To find out more and a list of farms in your area that are hosting this event, please visit the website at: www.king.wsu.edu

Family Scramble: The community of Seatac invites families to come join the fun on Sunday, October 4th |11am-3pm | Valley Ridge Park in SeaTac.  This event will challenge you and your family as you chart your course through the parking using a map and compass to navigate looking for specific locations with questions to complete the scramble challenge.  Cost is $5. per family.  For more information | www.ci.seatac.wa.us/

Federal Way Farmers Market Chili Cook-Off: Attention chili lovers… This years chili cook-off is going to be held in  the Sears parking lot at ‘The Commons’ on 320th.  The chili cook-off is between the police vs the fire department.  You wont want to miss this.  Volunteers are also needed.  Sept. 26th | 11:30-1:30 and the cost is $10.  For more info, call  (253) 261-8157 or visit the website at:  www.federalwayfarmersmarket.com

Hoot ’n’ Howl: Northwest Trek Wildlife Park in Eatonville, WA invites you and your family to this unique and fun experience as you take a night tram ride through lighted pathways and exhibits.  Wear your costumes and add to the fun with games, prizes and treats for everyone.  Oct. 23rd-24th |10am-4pm.  Cost is $6-$12.  For more information, map and driving directions, visit the website for Northwest Trek at:  www.seattlesouthside.com

The Great Wallingford Wurst Festival: This Seattle festival in the community of Wallingford offers a variety of foods, a rock climbing wall, games, prizes, inflatable rides, new and used book sales, craft vendors, and live entertainment.  This event will be held on Fri. Sept. 25th | 4pm-10pm  and Sat. Sept. 26th | 10am-10pm.  The festival is suitable for all ages and is free!  For more info, please visit the website at:  www.stbens.net

Northwest Tea Festival: Welcome to a celebration of the worlds favorite beverage, with tea tasting, world renowned presenters, shopping and more.  There is a suggested donation of $5 which includes a tasting cup and gift bag.  Oct. 3rd and 4th, 9am-6pm.  For more info. |  www.nwteafestival.com

Free First Friday: Bellevue Art Museum is having their Free First Friday of free admission.  Come view amazing and intriguing art and sculpures and much more.  Friday, Oct. 2nd  |11am-8pm.  Also remember that if you have kids, Saturdays at the Bellevue Art Museum offer ‘Get Crafty’ projects for kids for a $2 fee.  from 1pm-3pm.  For more info |   www.bellevuearts.org

The Puyallup Fair:  Packs a punch full of family fun. | 09/11/09-09/27/09 | Sun.-Thur. 10am-10pm, Fri, Sat 10am-11pm | Western Washington Fairgrounds, Puyallup | For more info: www.thefair.com/puyallup-fair/

The Hi-Liners MainStage Presents ‘ Thoroughly Modern Millie’: Performing 4 shows at the Highline PAC on Sept. 19th at 7:30pm, Sept. 20th at 1:30 pm, Sept. 26th at 7:30pm and Sept. 27th at 1:30pm.  This production is an original Broadway version and is rated PG.  Ticket prices vary by show.  For more info., please call 206-617-2152 or visit the website at:  www.hi-liners.org

Fishermen’s Fall Festival: Free event celebrates local fishing fleet. The festival features industry-related exhibits and competitions, fundraising salmon barbecue, children’s activities and musical entertainment. |  Sat., 09/26/09 | 11am-dusk | Fishermen’s Terminal, 1900 W. Nickerson, Seattle, WA 98119 | For more info: 206-283-4665 | www.portseattle.org/

20th Anniversary Celebration: The Southwest King County chamber of commerce is celebrating 20 years of serving the business community.  This extravaganza is a party you wont want to miss.  This evenings event will be held on Sat. Oct 17th at the Seattle Airport Marriott.  The reception begins at 6pm with a silent auction, dinner and a program at 7pm followed by dancing.  Attire is gala/festive.  For more info and purchasing tickets to this event, please go to:  www. www.swkcc.org

St. Demetrios Greek Festival: The church annual fall festival. Taste great Greek food, kids games, arts, crafts and traditional Greek music and folk dancing. | Fri. noon-9pm., Sat. 10:30am-9pm., Sun. noon-7pm. |  For more info: http://www.seattlegreekfestival.com/

Maelstron Internationl Fantastic film Festival: Seattle Genre Film Festival| 09/18/20-09/20/09 | SIFF Cinema at McCaw Hall Seattle  |  For more info: http://www.mifff.org/index2.html

Mysterious Gifts: Theater of Iran, Authentic piece of theatre art from Iran. | 09/24/09-10/11/09 | Seattle Children’s Theatre | For more info: http://www.sct.org/browse/Production.aspx?prod=6105

Museum Day 2009:  Enjoy area museums for free! | Sat. 09/26/09 |For more info:  http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html

Pacific Science Center Puyallup Fair:  3D Journey through the human brain with “Weird Al”.  Learn how the human body works and see real human organs! | All day, 10/03/09-01/03/10 | 110 Ninth Ave. S.W., Puyallup, WA 98371 |  For more info: http://pacificsciencecenter.org/

Run Wild 8K/5K fun run &walk: Run through beautiful nature trails at Run Wild, Trek’s 8K/5K fun run and walk. | Sat. 09/19/09 | 8:30am-11am | For more info: http://www.nwtrek.org

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Back to School Resource Fair: Free information and resources – hair cuts, school supplies, food, door prizes, well child checks and dental care (by appt. only 206.277.7200) and other community resources | Thurs. Aug. 26th, 10:30am-2:30pm | Event will be held at Angle Lake Neighborhood Church and Family Resource Center (Across from Chinook Middle School) | For more info: www.anglelake.org

Camel Rides: All summer long. Up to three guests can ride on one camel. | Daily, June 20^th-Sept 1^st | Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, Tacoma | For more info: www.pdza.org

Jetty Island Days: Take a ferry from Everett to Jetty Island for swimming, late-night campfires, nature walks, puppet shows, kid’s crafts and other nature activities and workshops. | Mon. – Thur.10am-5:50pm, Fri. & Sat. 10am-8:50pm, Sun.,11am-6:50pm, July 1^st-Sept. 7^th | For more info: www.ci.everett.wa.us

Auburn’s ArtRageous: Artists in Action Arts Fair: Experience art through artist-led demonstrations and hands-on activities! Visitors of all ages can interact with professional artists. Festival is focused on fine arts as well as a family friendly event. | Sat., July 25th 11am-4pm | Les Gove Park, Auburn | For more info: www.auburnwa.gov

In the Spirit: Contemporary Northwest Native Arts Market & Festival. Local tribes gather to provide a sampling of arts and crafts, dancing, storytelling and more. |   Sat. Aug. 8^th-9^th | 10am-5pm., Sun., noon-5pm | Washington State History Museum, Tacoma | For more info: www.washingtonhistory.org

Bicycle Sunday: Four miles of Lake Washington Boulevard between Seward Park and Mount Baker Beach are closed to traffic every Sunday this summer (except July 5^th , July 26^th , & Aug. 2^nd ). There are plenty of places to stop along the way for a break, including a children’s playground near the entrance of the park. | 10am-6pm., May 3^rd -Sept. 27^th | Seward Park, Seattle | For more info: www.seattle.gov or call 206-684-4396

Summer Meals Program: Regardless of your income your kids and teens during the summer month can have free meals. | Locations are various for more info: www.parenthelp123.org

King Arthur’s Quest: Professional actors from Missoula Children’s Theatre team up with local students to this classic story. | Sat. 3pm &7pm, July 25^th | Kent-Meridian High School  Performing Arts Center| For more info: www.ci.kent.wa.us

Tukwila Days Community Festival: Sat. Aug. 15 | Come join us in Tukwila as this years highlights include a Sister Cities Committee annual pancake breakfast at 8am, parade starting at 9am, and running all day long; art festival, car show, and kids area including a spray park, inflatable bouncers, kids chalk art competition,   tot spot play area for toddlers, face painting, clowns, food vendors and much more. For more info, visit: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

Des Moines Waterfront Farmers Market: Running from June thru Oct. | Saturdays | 10am-2pm | Located in the beautiful waterfront setting of Des Moines with Olympic views, this weekly outdoor market features about 30 vendors with farm fresh fruit, vegetables, eggs, fresh cut flowers and unique local crafts.   For more info:   www.dmfm.org or call (206) 870-6527.

Music and Movies in the Park:   The city of Burien is having their family-friendly Music and Movies in the park through out the summer with free concerts and movie night. |   July 30^th, Aug. 6^th, 14^th and 21^st | Concerts begin at 6:30pm and run until 8pm.   Movie starts at dusk, around 8:30pm. |   Lake Burien School Park, SW 148^th and 16^th Ave SW |   For more info:   www.burienwa.gov

Kids Day 2009:   City of Federal Way is having a fun filled day at the park for families with children ages 2-12.   Enjoy inflatable bouncers, crafts, music, toddler tent,   chalk art contest, sand castle building, face painting and stage entertainment. |   Wed. Aug. 5^th from 2pm-8pm | Steel Lake Park 2410 S. 312^th St. Federal Way | Admission is free!   |   For more info: www.cityoffederalway.com

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The Click! Family Flicks: Watch “Back to the Future”– for free! | Kids under 14 must be accompanied by a parent. | Every third Saturday of each month. March – August 15, 2009, 10:30am-12pm | The Grand Cinema, 606 Fawcett Ave. S., Tacoma | For more info: www.grandcinema.com

Slugfest: Northwest Trek’s annual salute to the slug focuses on the region’s native banana slug. The Trek has lots of wacky fun planned. | 11610 Trek Drive E., Eatonville, WA 98328 | Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm, June 27th-28th| Northwest Trek | For more info: www.nwtrek.org

International Festival: Celebrate the different types of ethnic and cultural music. | Parade, entertainments, dances and lots more. | Fri.-Sun., June 26th-28th , Fri. 11am-6pm, Sat. 10am-8pm, Sun. 10am-5pm | Angle Lake Park, 19408 International Blvd., SeaTac | For more info: www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Artopia: The Seattle Weekly’s art-o-rama features a variety of performers in venues around Georgetown including live music, performance art, innovative sculpture, graffiti art, power tool races, and carnival games. | Sat. June 27th, Noon-10pm | For more info: www.artopiaseattle.com

Red, White and Zoo Animal Enrichment: Woodland Park Zoo Fourth of July picnic. | Animals are treated to star shaped popsicles, watermelon, and corn on the cob in celebration of Red, White and Zoo. Hear zookeepers talk about how treats and other activities are a part of enriching the lives of the zoos animals. | Free with zoo admission. | Thurs. and Fri., July 2nd and 3rd 10am- 2:30pm | For more info: www.zoo.org or call the zoo information line at 206 548-2500

Red, White and Blues Festival: The city of Federal Way celebrates Independence Day with a variety of entertainment, game, crafts, activities with display of fireworks at 10:15pm | Sat. July 4th, 4pm | Celebration Park, 1095 S. 324th St. Federal Way | For more info: www.cityoffederalway.com

Family Fourth at Fort Dent Park: The city of Tukwila celebrates Independence day | Kids activities begin at 2pm including inflatable bouncers, a climbing wall, slides, and a tent full of pre-school age activities. There will be entertainment, face painting and stilt walkers. Bring your own picnic or purchase from one of the food vendors attending. The fireworks show starts at 10pm sharp. Parking is limited, so get there early. A courtesy shuttle will also be available starting at 7pm. | Sat. July 4th | For more info: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us or call 206 768-2822

Renton’s Fabulous Fourth of July: Come celebrate the Fourth of July with free children’s activities, inflatables and face-painting from 12pm-8pm; stage entertainment from 1pm-9:30pm, and a professional fireworks display at 10pm. Food is available at the beach side concession stand, Ivars, and Kidd Valley. | Sat. July 4th | Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park | 1201 Lake Washington Blvd., Renton | For more info: http://rentonwa.gov or call 425-430-6600

7th Annual Vashon Island Lavender Tour: Celebrate the outdoors and the joy of lavender at Fox Farm on Vashon. Live music, workshops, face painting and crafts for kids. Northwest artists display their work. Proceeds benefit sustainable Vashon to encourage solar energy use. | Sat. Sun. 10am- 5pm, July 11-12 | 17232 107th Ave. S. W. Vashon Island, WA 98070 | For more info: www.foxfarm.org

Viking Days: Nordic Heritage Museum Seattle celebrates of all things Nordic includes a Swedish pancake breakfast, traditional Nordic foods, music and dance, a viking encampment and more. | Sat. July 11-12 , 11am-5pm | Nordic Heritage Museum | 3014 NW 67th St, Seattle 98117 | For more info: www.nordicmuseum.org

Free Day at the Museum: Wednesdays are always free. | Children can learn about the history of South King County, 1924 Auburn train depot, 1915 Japanese- American farmhouse and other walk through exhibits. | Wed. July 15th-Aug 26th Noon-4pm | White River Valley Museum, Auburn | For more info: www.wrvmuseum.org

Back to School Resource Fair: Free information and resources – hair cuts, school supplies, food, door prizes, well child checks and dental care (by appt. only 206.277.7200) and other community resources | Thurs. August 26th, 10:30am-2:30pm | Event will be held at Angle Lake Neighborhood Church and Family Resource Center (Across from Chinook Middle School) | For more info: www.anglelake.org

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Foster Produce & Corn Maze: Tons of spring and summertime fun on the farm. A hay maze for the kids, berries and other produce for picking. | 9am-6pm, Friday, May 1 – October 31| Foster’s Produce and Corn Maze, Arlington | For more info: 360-435-5095 or www.fosterscornmaze.com

Photo Exhibit: Come view or purchase quality photography from regional photographers. | SeaTac City Hall | May 5 – 28 | Exhibit hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm | For more info: www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Northwest Boys Choir Concert Tribute: NW Boys Choir joined by the Seattle Symphony, will perform a variety of songs from their CD recording. | Foster Performing Arts Center | May 29 at 7 pm | For more info: www.ci.tukwila.wa.us

Seattle International Film Festival: Come and join the country’s biggest celebration of the cinema | Thursday, May 21 – Jun 14 | McCaw Hall Seattle Center’s Theater District, 321 Mercer St. at 3rd Ave. | For more info: www.siff.net

Hooked On Fishing: Federal Way’s 22nd annual Hooked On Fishing event at Steel Lake Park; with casting contest, fish Weigh-in, and sandcastle building contest.| May 30 from 7 a m – noon| For more info: www.cityoffederalway.com

Soundview Arts Festival 2009: Celebrate the Soundview Arts Festival, featuring art exhibitions, international food, live performances, games and prizes, arts and crafts for all ages. | 11 am-3 pm, Saturday May 30 | Soundview School, 6515 196th St. S.W., Lynnwood, WA 98036 | For more info: 245-778-8572 or www.soundview.org

West Seattle Rock & Gem Show: “Amazing Earth” theater, educational exhibit, beautiful rock and mineral displays, hourly door prizes. Kids are especially welcome! | 10 am-5 pm, Saturday, May 30 – May 31 | Alki Masonic Temple, 4736 40th Ave. Seattle, WA 98106 | For more info: 206-764-9566

Chinese Cultural Festival: Discover 5,000 years of history. Explore the rich traditions of China’s graceful dance, music and much more! | Friday, May 30 | Seattle Center House | For more info:   www.seattlecenter.com

Cash Flow Planning: Join the workshop on how to plan and manage your cash flow for your business! This workshop is free to businesses located in Tacoma. | Wednesday, June 10 | For more info to register: www.eventbrite.com

American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Highline
3 pm Saturday, June 13 – 8:30 am Sunday, June 14
Highline Memorial Stadium
Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature activity where teams of people will camp out on the field at Highline Stadium and take turns walking or running around the track. Relays are an overnight event, up to 24 hours in length, to represent that cancer patients battle the disease 24 hours a day. Teams can be made up of family members, friends, co-workers, and neighbors who have fun while raising much-needed funds to fight cancer and raise awareness.   No matter who you are, there’s a place for you at Relay. Register your team today at
www.relayforlife.org/highlinewa.

Burien Town Square Dedication Celebration: Grand Opening Celebration for Burien Town Square | Celebration includes guest speakers, art display, entertainment and refreshments | June 12 from 10 am –   2 pm | Town Square public plaza in front of City Hall/Library | For more info: www.burienwa.gov

Missoula Children’s Theater: “Princess and the Pea” | Saturday, June 27 at 1 pm and 5 pm at Shoreline Center | Tickets $6 all seats | For more info: www.shorelinearts.info

Short Hair Wednesdays: Dog owners come and get your dog bathed for as low as $9.99 | Petco, Federal Way, 31419 Pacific Hwy. S. | For more info: 253-838-1906

Kewpie Turns 100!: The Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art is celebrating Kewpie’s 100th birthday with a special exhibit featuring everything Kewpie. | April 15 – August 8 | Monday – Saturday 10 am – 5 pm, Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm | Cost is $5-$8. | Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art, Bellevue | For more info: 425-455-1116 or www.dollart.com

Auburn Kid’s Day: A free day of fun for kids! | Includes entertainment, inflatables, mini golf, a balloon artist, arts and crafts, big trucks from the city on display and more. | Fri. June 19th, 11am-4pm | Game Farm Park, Auburn | For more info: www.auburnwa.gov

Burien Strawberry and Arts Festival: Annual event. | Performances for kids, a family art jam, skateboard competition entertainment and a Father’s Day car show and strawberry shortcake for sale. | Sat. June 20th 10am-6pm, Sunday June 21st 10am-5pm | 146th Southwest & Fourth Ave. S., Burien | For more info: www.burienwa.gov

Willy Wonka Jr.: Federal Way’s Friendship Theatre presents Willy Wonka Jr. | Thurs. June 18th-21st, 7pm & Sun. 2pm | Knutzen Family Theatre | For more info: www.cityoffederalway.com

Beach Naturalists- Burien/Des Moines: Explore the beach at low tide with beach naturalists. Look for amazing critters on the sand, and how to treat them with respect. | June 20-22nd | Sat. 9am-noon, Sun & Mon. 10am-1pm, Tues. 10am-2pm | Seahurst Park, Burien and Des Moines Beach Park, Des Moines | For more info: www.seattleaquarium.org

BMX Face for Life for Leukemia & Lymphoma: Profits to benefit the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Those who have been affected by Leukemia and Lymphoma directly or by family members are welcome to attend a fun day. Age 3 and up welcome. If you would like to race please register ahead (fee $20) | North SeaTac BMX Park | Sun. June 21st, 3-6:30pm | For more info: www.seatacbmx.org

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Easter Eggstravaganza: Inflatables, carnival games, puppet shows, give-aways and a big easter egg hunt. | Free admission Saturday, April 11, 10am-2pm; Egg hunt @ 1:30pm | Angle Lake Neighborhood Church 18617 42nd Ave. S. SeaTac, WA 98188 | For more information call 206-244-7600 or visit www.anglelake.org

A Tale of Two Cities: Seattle Children’s Theatre Performance by Dwayne Hartford, based on the novel by Charles Dickens | Thursday March 19 – April 12 | Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St. Seattle, WA 98109 | For more information visit www.sct.org/browse.

WACO (Washington Composers Orchestra): This big bandish bunch features top northwest players and new music by Robin Holcomb, Wayne Horvitz and Tom Varner. | Free Admission | Thursday April 2, 12pm – 1pm | Seattle City Hall Lobby | For more information visit www.eventful.com/seattle/events/waco-washington-composers-orchestra.

Gold Prospectors Show: Lectures begins at 11am, gold panning contest at noon | Saturday March 21 – 22 | Puyallup Fair Expo Hall – enter through gold gate | For more information visit http://www.goldprospectors.org.

NW’s Largest Family Festival: Kidfest! Babyfest! Campfest! Focusing on active and healthy family lifestyle and raising kids successfully.   Hundreds of interactive exhibits. | Saturday March 21 – 22 | Please call 360-514-0767 for admission. | For more information visit www.pintsizedproductions.com.

Scottish Heritage Festival: Scottish clans, bag pipes, highland cancers, musicians, vendors and concessions | Saturday March 28, 10am – 5pm | Puyallup Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave. SW, Puyallup | For more information visit www.tartanday-wa.org/Festival-2009.html or call 253-845-1771.

2009 Spring Fairy Festival: A full day of Fairy magic in Tacoma! Featuring vendors, workshops, children’s activities, costume contest and more! Signings with local artists Amy Brown, Jody Bergsma & Rob Carlos. | Saturday April 4 | Workshop: 10am – 12pm; Festival: 12pm – 8pm; Ball: 8pm-10pm | Freighthouse Square 440E. 25th St. Tacoma | For more information visit www.springfairyfestival.webs.com or call 253-572-8339.

76th Annual Daffodil Grand Floral Street Parade:
The parade travels through the four cities of Tacoma, Puyallup, Sumner and Orting and consists of approximately 40 float entries. | Saturday April 4, 10:15am Tacoma, 12:45pm Puyallup; 2:30pm Sumner; 5pm Orting | For more information visit www.daffodilfestival.net or call 253-863-9524.

Behind the Scenes at Northwest Trek: Join a keeper as he feeds the animals in the core area and get a peek behind the public exhibits. | Saturday April 4, 12:30pm – 2pm | Northwest Trek Wildlife Park | For more information visit www.nwtrek.org or call 360-832-7166.

Whirligig: The Seattle Center’s annual spring break bouncy extravaganza features huge inflatable toys for kids, special events and entertainment. Visit early in the day and early in the week to avoid the hordes. Thursdays are free! | Friday March 27 – April 12, 11am – 6pm | Seattle Center | For more information visit www.seattlecenter.com or call 206-684-7200.

Seattle Green Festival: Good green stuff: talks, music, info about careers. | Seattle tourism, eco-fashion, natural pet care, a home pavilion and a green kids zone. | Saturday March 28, 12pm – 6pm and Sunday March 29, 12pm – 5pm |   Washington State Convention & Trade Center, 800 Convention Place, Seattle | For more information visit www.greenfestivals.org/seattle.

Norwegian Cultural & Heritage Day: Learn about Norwegian culture at the Sons of Norway’s annual cultural fair. Taste Norwegian food and view demonstrations of crafts such as painting, rug tying, knitting and rose painting. There’s music, dance, kids’ crafts and traditional Viking games, too. | Saturday March 28, 10am |   Leif Erikson Lodge, 2245 N.W. 57th St. Seattle. | For more information call 206-783-1274.

West Hylebos Wetlands Stewardship: Join us at the West Hylebos Wetlands for a stewardship work party to remove Himalayan blackberry from the park’s forest. | Saturday April 11, 9:30am – 2pm | West Hylebos Wetlands (Federal Way) | For more information visit www.hylebos.org or contact Hillary Kleeb at 253-874-2005.

All About Chrysanthemums: Learn how to care your mums for fall color | Saturday April 28, 8pm | Furney’s Nursery, 21515 International Blvd. Des Moines

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Parent Training Day: Will provide you the opportunity to be refreshed, encouraged and equipped in your role as dad and mom. | Sat. March 7, 8:30am – 4:00pm | Community of Christ St. Luke Church, 515 S. 312th St. Federal Way | $10 per family- includes lunch & childcare | For more info: (253) 941- 3000 or www.stlukesfedway.org

Coffee: The World in Your Cup. Learn about what’s in our cup and how it got there. | January 24 – June 7 | Open daily from 10am – 5pm | Burke Museum | Cost: $0 – $9.50 | For more info: www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/

Fremont Sunday Market: It has everything from arts and crafts to antiques and produce. 130 vendors. | December – March, Sundays 10am – 4pm | 400 N. 34th St. | For more info: www.fremontmarket.com/fremont/

Sunday Ice Cream Cruises: Riding around on a ferry, having snacks and checking out Lake Union’s famous houseboats along colorful waterfront. | Every Sunday, 11am – 5pm (departures on the hour) | For more info: www.seattleferryservice.com

The Lion King: Legendary Performance of Disney’s acclaimed animated movie | The Paramount Theatre | February 11 – March 15, Various Times | For more info: www.theparamount.com

Curious George: “Let’s Get Curious” exhibit introduces kids ages 10 and under to math and science through interactive adventures with Curious George. | Through May 10 | Seattle Children’s Museum | For more info: www.thechildrensmuseum.org

Free Family Day at the Wing Luke Asian Museum: Learn the history of Vietnamese calligraphy and try your hand at it. | 4pm – 6pm every third Saturday | Free admission | 719 S. Seattle | For more info: (206) 623-5124 or www.wingluke.org

Family day at Seattle Art Museum: This quarterly event is FREE for kids and families. Kids are admitted into the galleries with purchase of adult admission. Including circuses, county fairs and variety shows | February 28, 10am – 3pm | For more info: www.seattleartmuseum.org

The Federal Way Symphony: “Winterlude Concert” | March 8, 2pm | St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 515 S. 312th St. | For more info: (253) 529-9857 or www.federalwaysymphony.org

Seattle Roadster Show: Features over 300 rods, customs, muscle cars and more, all at the new Stadium Exhibition Center in downtown Seattle. | February 27 – March 1 | Fridays 12pm – 10pm, Saturdays 10am – 10pm and Sundays, 10am – 8pm | For more info: www.seattle-downtown.com/events/

St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Join or Watch the Parade. The Monorail will be free from 12pm – 3pm for travel from Westlake Park to the Seattle Center | March 14, 12:30pm | For more info: www.irishclub.org/parade.htm

Irish Festival: Irish tunes, step dancing and the Irish jig bring cheer to the Irish Week Festival. Gaelic games, help with tracing personal Irish histories, and Irish language lessons will challenge participants. Movies, cultural exhibits and demonstrations, along with some Irish celebrities, all this combines to promise a great time to participants. | Seattle Center | March 14 – 15 | For more info: www.seattle-downtown.com/seattle-center/

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Lunar New Year Celebration: Multi-cultural tradition features lively Lion and Dragon dances, various cultural performances and family activities | Saturday, 01/31/09, 11:00am – 4:00pm | China Town International District, S. King St. & 5th Ave.| For more info: www.cidbia.org

Aesop’s Fables: Knutzen Family Theatre host the puppet show by Thistle Theatre | Saturday, 01/17/09, 11:00am & 1:00pm | (253) 835-2020 | $8.00 available on www.brownpapertickets.com or at the theatre | For more info: www.thistletheatre.org

Parents Night Out: Three ‘free’ hours of safe, activity-packed fun for your K-5th grader! Add to that a night out for parents to go shopping, have dinner, a date night or just go home and relax! | Friday, 01/16/09, 7:00pm – 10:00pm | Celebration Church, 11840 148th Avenue SE Renton, WA 98058 | (425) 226- 2381

The West the Railroads Made: Learn about how this one form of transportation reshaped the West and helped create a truly continental nation. | Through Saturday, 01/24/09 | 1-888-BE-THERE | Free | For more info: www.washingtonhistory.org

Race Slot Cars: Multi-generational HO-scale slot car session | Sunday, 01/25/09, 1:30pm-4:00pm | Normandy Park United Congregational Church, 9247 1st Ave S. Normandy Park, WA | (206) 824-1770 | For contact: Bob at rfgeorge@rockwellcollins.com or 206-890-6479

Seattle Boat Show: The 62nd Annual Seattle Boat Show, free seminars | Friday, 01/23/09 – 02/91/09 | Quest Field – Downtown Seattle | For more info: www.seattle-downtown.com

Literacy Breakfast: 10th Annual fundraising event for Communities in Schools of Federal Way | Tuesday, 02/24/09, 7:15am – 9:00am | Christian Faith Center in Federal Way | For more info: (253) 248-1911

Vietnamese Lunar New Year Celebration: “Year of the ox” Traditional roaring lion dance and the crackle of firecrackers, Fantastic food, kids interactive arts and crafts and lots more | Saturday, 01/24 – 01/25/09 | Seattle Center House, Fisher Pavilion | For more info: www.seattlecenter.com

African American Celebration: Celebrate African-American heritage with dance, gospel, jazz, neo-soul, and hip-hop. Presented by the Sundiata African-American Cultural Association | Saturday, 02/14 – 02/16/09 | Center House, Fisher Pavilion, SC Pav. | For more info: www.seattlecenter.com

January Networking Breakfast: Great way to connect with community leaders and Southwest King County businesses | Wednesday, 01/ 21/ 09, 7:00am – 9:00am | Pre-pay by 01/20: $17/per, or pay at door: $20/per | Great American Casino, 14040 Interurban Ave. S. Tukwila, WA 98168 | 206-575-1633 or contact Brenna Arnesen at 206-575-1633

Paramount Theatre Tour: Did you know? On the first Saturday of each month, Seattle Theatre Group offers free tours of the historic Paramount Theatre. Call (206) 467-5510 for more information.

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Holiday  lights are an inviting attraction. As winter days get shorter we can enjoy such lights for a longer time.

Nobody complains that there are too many lights in our neighborhood. Rather we pout that there aren’t more lights to decorate.  

While  driving along Redondo Beach in the day time offers spectacular scenery, in the night time itleads to  a winter wonderland. Due to our current economic downturn some people are reticent to light up their houses and celebrate the season. However, the Viewpoint at Redondo residents are still faithful to the season. They decorate their houses with hundreds of lights. Each house has some kind of theme – some proclaim  a miracle such as the  birth of Jesus through a nativity scene or the extension of light through a star of David or menorah and others share jolly Christmas  kid-friendly figures like Santa Claus, snowmen, gingerbread houses, choo choo trains and, of course, reindeers. (There’s even a Grinch at one.)

You will also see a canned food drive placed by someone who cares about people in need–especially during this holiday season. Some nights a family sells hot beverages to raise money for good causes. What a great way to teach our children to share their love for the community.

One year I remember our family attempted to drive through a fancy light display that was more than 10-miles away. They charged per vehicle at that time. We were pretty close to the area, but had to turn around because of traffic. We were so disappointed and ended up coming back to the simple but brilliant display at Viewpoint. Whether you walk around or drive along, you would feel as if you are in a winter wonderland. So, bundle up the family and indulge in Christmas spirit, right here in South King County. You will feel the spirit of Advent as you slowly drive or walk the circle. It’s a homey, comfortable feeling, regardless of how you get here or where you come from.

Viewpoint at Redondo displays its lights free of charge, daily, from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm. They started December 1st and will continue through New Year’s. The neighborhood can be reached from the North by driving along Redondo Beach Drive until it becomes 1st Avenue South. Then turning left on South 300th Pl. From the South, simply take 1st Avenue South, and turn right on the same street. The price is right, the spirit is right, and how often do we see a dedication to  the holiday  that is quaint, rather than garish and commercial? Kudos to a neighborhood that annually captures the humble, yet brilliant spirit of the season!

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Living Nativity: This free outdoor tour takes your entire family on a journey by torch and candlelight to visit Mary, Joseph and the Wise Men, and the town of Bethlehem. | Thursday, December 18 through Monday, December 22 | Lifeway Church, Dash Point Campus 5015 SW Dash Point Road Federal Way, WA 98023 | 253-946-8107 | For tour times and more info: http://livingnativity.lifeway-online.org/

Washington State History Museum–13th Annual Model Train Festival: Holiday activity the whole family will enjoy | Friday, December 26 through Thursday, January 3, 09 | 1911 Pacific Ave. Tacoma, WA 98402 | 1-888-238-4373| For more info:   http://www.washingtonhistory.org/wshm/event-programs.aspx

Black Nativity:   Clap your hands to traditional gospel and holiday favorites.   Get on your feet to marvel at dance ranging from traditional to tap. |   For tickets: 206-269-1900| For more info: http://www.intiman.org./2008Season/bn.html

Seattle Gingerbread Village:   Display the Gingerbread Village at Sheraton Seattle | through January 4, 09 | 1400 Sixth Avenue | 206-838-5153

Zoo Lights:   FUNtastic! The Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium host the annual night time zoo lights display.   | Tickets are $5.50 at Bartell Drugs and $7 at the gate | Open through Friday, January 4, 2009 | For more info: http://www.pdza.org/page.php?id=435

New Year Eve Kids Party:   Countdown to 2009! Bring your whole family to Borders on New Years afternoon. There will be games, crafts and special parade. | 2000 South Commons at Federal Way | 253-946-5877 | For more info:  
http://www.borders.com/online/store/StoreDetailView_301

Bite with a Beat – New Years 2009:   Federal Way Symphony- New Year’s Eve Pops Concert | Federal Way Commons 2000 South   | December 31, 2008 | 253-529-9857 | For more info: http://www.federalwaysymphony.org/

Underwater Dome Feeding:   Naturalists will give short talks during feeding activities with the animals. | The Seattle Aquarium | Through January 1, 2009 at 1:30pm| For more info: http://www.seattleaquarium.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=183

Winter Break Fantastic Fishtival:   Join for hands on arts and crafts and much more | The Seattle Aquarium | Friday, December 26, 2008 through Saturday, January 3, 2009 | For more info: http://www.seattleaquarium.org/NetCommunity/Page.aspx?pid=183

The Nutcracker:   Affordable magic | The Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Road, Federal Way | 7:30pm December 19, 2pm & 7pm December 20 and 1pm & 5pm December 21 | Advanced tickets are $16 for adults, $13 for children under 12 and seniors | 253-835-2030 or 253-924-0621 | For more info: http://www.ninthavenuedance.com/Tickets.html

Chamber Membership Luncheon: Speaker: Brad Worthley, Internationally Acclaimed Customer Service and Leadership Expert | Friday, January 10, 2009 | Pre-pay by January 8: $20.00/person , or pay at door: $25/person | Doubletree Guest Suites 16500 Southcenter Parkway Tukwila, WA 98188 Map | 206-575-1633 or contact Brenna Arnesen at 206-575-1633 or register online at http://www.swkcc.org

January Networking Breakfast: Great way to connect with community leaders and Southwest King County businesses | Tuesday, January 21, 2009, 7-9am | Pre-pay by January 20: $17/person, or pay at door: $20/person | Great American Casino 14040 Interurban Ave S Tukwila, WA 98168 | 206-575-1633 or contact Brenna Arnesen at 206-575-1633 or register online at http://www.swkcc.org

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Dinner and a Movie:   Enjoy watching Kung Fu Panda with chicken stir-fry and rice| Loyal Heights Community Center, 2101 N.W. 77th St. | Nov. 21, 6:30pm | 206-684-4052| $3/$6 | For more info: http://www.ballardnewstribune.com/entertainment/events_calendar/

The Last Polar Bear Arctic Wings:   Facing the Truth about a warming world , | Burke museum, Univ. of Washington campus at the corner of 17th Ave. NE and NE 45th St. | Through the end of year | 206-543-7907| First Thursday of the month is FREE | For more info: http://www.washington.edu/burkemuseum/

Seattle By Foot:   Seattle’s Original Coffee Crawl is for everyone, not just coffee lovers! | Depart from Pike Place Market | 800-838-3006 | For tickets, date and time go to: http://seattlebyfoot.com/walkingtours/

Community Emergency Response Team Training Program:   Sign up for next session begins March 5, 09 | Contact Jessica Gilleland 206-973-4917| For more info: http://www.ci.burien.wa.us/CERT%20Blurb.htm

Aladdin- An English Panto:   Comedy, Every line is a laugh! | Knutzen Family Theater 3200 SW Dash Point Road | Nov.28- Dec. 21 | 253-835-2000| For more info:  http://www.centerstagetheatre.com/default.asp?PlayID=63

Federal Way Chorale Winter Concerts:   “The Great Mystery and Wonder of Christmas” | St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, 515 S. 312th | Sat. Dec. 13 at 8:00 pm and Sun. Dec. 14 at 2:30pm | 253-250-3326 | For more info: http://www.fwchorale.com/
 
What Is A Trade:   Donald Fels and Signboard Painters of South India | Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave. Tacoma | 253-272-4258 | Third Thursday FREE 10am – 8pm | For more info: http://www.tacomaartmuseum.org

Breakfast with Santa:   Santa Claus is coming to Tukwila Community Center and have breakfast with you and your family. | Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S. | 206- 768-2822 | For more info: http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/recreation/recevent.html

Holiday Adopt-a-Family:   Tukwila Parks and Recreation organizes a holiday giving program with names of local   children and families in need.   If you and your business would like to participate, please contact Shannon Fisher at 206- 768-2822

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Tacoma Art Walk:   Tacoma’s galleries, Museum of Glass, the Washington State History Museum and the Tacoma Art Museum|Thursday,   October 16, 5-8pm |253-272-4327|FREE!|For more info.   http://www.artwalktacoma.com

NW’s Largest Family Festival Expo –Kidfest, Babyfest, Campfest|Greater Tacoma Trade & Convention Center, 1500 Broadway|Saturday, October18, please call for time|360-514-0767|For more info.   http://www.pintsizeproductions.com

Zoo Boo:   Point Defiance Zoo, safe and entertaining place for Trick or Treat|Saturday, October 18 & 19, 10am-3pm|253-591-5337|For more info.   http://www.pdza.org

The Adventures of Mr. Potato Head:   The Children’s Museum, Seattle|September 27, 2008-January 11, 2009|206-441-1768|For more info.   http://www.thechildrensmuseum.org

Chamber of Commerce November Membership Luncheon:   Hilton Seattle Airport and Conference Center, $20 with payment received by 11/13, pay at door $25 |Friday, November 14, 2008|206-575-1633| For more info.   http://www.swkcc.org

SeaTac Recycling:   Yard Debris Collection & Food Dirve|Saturday, October 25, 9am-3pm Tyee High Shool|For more info.   http://www.ci.seatac.wa.us

Pumpkin Patch Bash:   Costume Contest, Carnival Games and Prizes|Burien Community Center|Friday, October 17, 6-8:30pm|206-988-3700|For more info.   http://www.burienwa.gov

Earshot Jazz Festival:   Seattle’s 20th annual festival presents more than 50 one of a kind events in concert halls, clubs, cummunity centers all around the city|Saturday, October 18 through Sunday, November 9|For more info.   http://www.earshot.org/Festival/festival.html

Seattle Food and Wine Experience:   Quest Field, Experience a world of food and wine|Saturday, October 25, 11am-7pm/Sunday, October 26 11am-5pm|For more info.   http://www.seattlefoodandwineexperience.com/

Pinocchio by Storybook Theater:   Federal Way Knutzen Family Theater present the classic story, Pinocchio Ticket $8|Saturday, November 1, 11am & 1pm|253-835-2025|For more info.   http://www.cityoffederalway.com/Page.aspx?page=238&eventid=2313

Holly Rose’s Musical Revue:   Knutzen Family Theatre, Holly Rose will be performing and present selections from various Broadway musicals from both past and present|Free, suggested donation of $5|Saturday, November 8|253-835-2025|For more Info.   http://www.cityoffederalway.com/Page.aspx?page=238&eventid=2433

Fall Recycling Event:   Russell Road Park, The City of Kent host the event to King County resident to recycle a wide range of materials not typically collected at the curb|Saturday, October 18, 9am-3pm|253-856-5540|For more info.   http://www.ci.kent.wa.us/recycle/

Terry’s Berries Cider Making and Pumkin Patch:   Terry’s Berries, Tacoma, Learn how to make apple cider the old fashioned way.   Pick out apples and turn them into yummy cider|Free|through Friday, October 31, 10am-6pm|253-922-1604| For more info: http://www.terrysberries.com

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Bite of Seattle: Seattle Center| Friday, July 18-20, 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. | 425-283-5050 | For more info. http://www.biteofseattle.com

Classic Car Show: Des Moines Marina | Saturday, July 19, 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Tivoli/Viking Days: 3014 NW 67th St.,Seattle | 206-789-5707 | Free. Small charges for children’s crafts.Experience Viking marketplace with Scandinavian food,craft demonstration,living history dramatic tours. | For more info. http://www.nordicmuseum.com

Summer Splash-tacular: Henry Moses Aquatic Center, 1719 Maple Valley Hwy.,Renton | 425-430-6700. Free|For more info. http://www.rentonwa.gov

Seafair Torchlight Parade: Downtown Seattle | July 26, 7:30 p.m. | For more info. http://www.seafair.com/events/torchparade/

Happy Birthday Boeing Field: Museum of Flight, 9404 East Marginal Way South, Seattle, WA 98108-4097 | July 26-27 | 206.764.5720. Family Weekend Workshops. | For more info. http://www.museumofflight.org

Chevrolet Cup at Seafair: Lake Washington, Seattle, Aug. 1-3. Hydroplane Races | (206) 728-0123 | For more info. http://www.seafair.com/events/hydro/

King County Fair: Enumclaw Fairgrounds. | Jul. 18-20. Cost: Free | 206-296-8888 | http://www.metrokc.gov/parks/fair

Seafair Indian Days Pow Wow: Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, Discovery Park, Seattle. | Jul. 18-20. | For more Info: http://www.unitedindians.com/events002.html

Ballard SeafoodFest 2008: Saturday, July 26-27 | For more info. http://www.seafoodfest.org

Momtopia Free Family Movie Series: Regal Cinemas behind the SuperMall, in Auburn | Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m. through Aug. 27|Get the kids to the movies! Choose between G rated or PG rated movies for free! |1-800-SAY-VALU

The White River Valley Museum: 918 H St. SE, Auburn|Free on Wednesdays. | 253-288-7433 | For more info. http://wrvmuseum.org

Summer Concerts at The Mount: 4831 35th Ave SW (Between SW Hudson & SW Edmunds), Seattle. | Friday evenings, August 1, 8, 15 & 22,5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. | Admission free | 206-938-6194 | For more info. http://www.providence.org/themount (click on calendar of events).

Trash to Treasure Rummage Sale: Des Moines Activity Center, 2045 S. 216th | Aug. 2, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | 206-878-1642

15th Annual Tukwila Community Garage Sale: Throughout city | Saturday, Aug. 23-24 | 206-433-7178.

Brasil Fest: Seattle Center House & Mural Ampitheater | 206-684-7200 | Saturday, Aug.17.|http://www.brasilfest.com or http://www.seattlecenter.com/events/festivals/festal.

Tukwila Days Community Festival and 11th Annual Art Show & Competition: Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S. | Saturday, Aug. 16, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Free admission. 206-768-2822.

Mediterranean Fantasy Festival: Hiwatha Community Center, West Seattle. 2700 California Ave. SW. | Jul. 19-20. 10 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | 206-824-4751.

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Burien

• Clean Sweep 2008  - Get your group together and clean up your neighborhood and the community.  | Sign in at the Fire Station #2 downtown Burien on 8th SW 151st Street.  | Saturday, April 26th  | 8 am to 1 pm

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• “Swing Into Spring” Celebration |  Saturday, May 3rd  | Olde Burien  |  Live Music by Rachel Greenspan   11  am to 3  pm at the Seahurst Art Gallery | Live Music By Val dDvereauz   3 pm at Miss Kitty’s

• “Junque Sale” | May 17, 2008 at 902 SW 152nd In the “Heart” of Historic Olde Burien.  Proceeds to   fund Olde Burien Merchant’s Association’s activities

Renton

• Paws to Read  -  Children can improve their reading skills by reading to a specially trained dog as their audience.  Registration is required as space is limited.  | Renton Main Library, 100 Mill Ave. S.  | Saturday, April 5 | 2 pm to 3 pm

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• Swan Lake Performance by Evergreen City Ballet  | Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center, 400 S. 2nd St. | Friday, April 11 | 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm    
• American Roots Music | Adults- $3, children under 7- $1 |  Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S. | Saturday, April 12  | 11 am to 12 pm  

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• Piazza Renton Spring Festival | Poker Run & Arts Unlimited Gallery | Piazza Park S. 3rd St. – between Logan & Burnett Ave. | Saturday, April 19 | 12 pm to 5 pm

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• Community Garage Sale | Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Highway | Saturday, April 26 | 9 am to 1 pm

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• Biz School – A full day of classes and lunch for just $15. | Technology Resource Center, Renton Technical College | May 10, 2008 | 8:30 am to 3:30 pm

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SeaTac

• Recycling Collection & Food Drive | Tyee High School, 4424 S. 188th St.| Saturday, April 12 |  9 am to 3 pm  

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• Yard Debris Collection | Tyee High School, 4425 S. 188th St. | Saturday, April 26 | 9 am to 3 pm

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Tukwila

• Annual Tukwila Backyard Wildlife Fair | Tukwila Community Center – 12424 42nd Ave. S. – Tukwila | Saturday, May 10 | 9am to 5pm

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Des Moines

• Evening with the Artists – Waterfront Mural Sneak Peek | Des Moines Activity Center, 2045 S. 216th St. | Friday, April 11 | Reception is free to the public from 7 pm to 9 pm  | For more info contact (206)870-6527
• Michael Nicolella Concert | Highline Community College Performing Arts Center  | Tuesday, April 29 | 7:30 pm |  For more info contact (206)870-6582
• Business Website Strategy – Experts share what a good business website really is so you can get better results from yours.   This class is designed for business owners and marketing staff.  | $69.00 |
  Highline Community College Center for Extended Learning, Main Campus, Bldg 99, Rm 132 | Wednesday, May 21 |  9  am to 12 pm

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Federal Way

• Robin Hood by Missoula Children’s Theatre | Knutzen Family Theatre | Tickets available on www.brownpapertickets.com/event/24569 or at the theatre. | Saturday, April 5 |  7 pm

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