February 2007

Highlights & Hot Tips

Editor’s Note: Event information is subject to cancellation or change. Please phone ahead to confirm event dates, times and costs.

Thursday, February 1

Seattle Area

Free Museum Visits. Museum of History and Industry is FREE 10am-8pm first Thursdays. 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org. Experience Music Project, along with Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame are FREE 5-8pm first Thursdays. 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 206-770-2700. www.emplive.org. Wing Luke Asian Museum is FREE 11am-4:30pm first Thursdays. 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124. www.wingluke.org.

Cinema K: Children's Film Festival Seattle. Film festival features thoughtful films from around the world and workshops for children. Film schedule, film summaries and age recommendations available online. Various times daily through Sun. $6 per film, online presales. Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave., Seattle. 206-329-2629. www.nwfilmforum.org.

Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy West African music from Naby Camara. Noon-1pm. FREE. Lobby at City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.

Swan Lake. Pacific Northwest Ballet presents a new production of the classic ballet, set to Tchaikovsky’s lush score. 7:30pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 1pm Saturdays through Feb. 10, plus 1pm and 7pm Feb. 11. $15-$150. McCaw Hall, 301 Mercer St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-2424. www.pnb.org.

Friday, February 2

Seattle Area

Family Friday. Enjoy family fun at Carkeek Park. May include hikes, arts and crafts, storytelling, science workshops or movies. FREE, pre-register. 7-8:30pm Fridays. 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.seattle.gov/parks.

Parents' Night Out. Grades K-6 enjoy pizza, swimming, movies and more in a safe environment. 6-10pm. $10, pre-register. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.

Masters of Scottish Arts. Tenth annual concert of Scottish Highland bagpipers, drummers, fiddlers and dancers. 7:30pm. $23-$32. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.masteryofscottisharts.org.

Goodnight Moon. Margaret Wise Brown’s adored story of the little bunny in the green room saying his goodnights. Ages 4 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2pm and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays, through March 10 (ASL performance 2pm Feb. 3). $18-$30. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.

Aesop’s Fables. Musical puppet production tells three tales by Aesop. Production by Thistle Theatre features Bunraku puppets. Ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 7:30pm Fridays, 1pm and 3pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 18 (ASL performance 1 pm Feb. 3). $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.

Cinema K: Children's Film Festival Seattle. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Swan Lake. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Eastside

Free First Friday. Bellevue Arts Museum is FREE 5:30-9pm today. 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org.

Family Night at the Y. The Bellevue Family YMCA offers a family dinner followed by swimming, kids gym, sports, activities and snacks. 5:30-6:30pm dinner, 6:30-8:30pm activities. $5, $3 child, free younger than 5, pre-register. Activities only, $3, $1 child. 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9900. www.bellevueymca.org.

Animal Farm. George Orwell’s satire on the perils of Stalinism, performed by students 8-18 from Youth Theatre Northwest. 7pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 11. $13, $15 opening night. 8805 SE 40th, Mercer Island. 206-232-4145. www.youththeatre.org.

Snohomish County

Groundfrog Day. Family entertainment, music, hands-on activities, plus the arrival of enchanted frog Snohomish Slew, searching for his shadow. 9am-1pm. FREE. First St. and Ave. “A”, Snohomish. 360-568-2526. www.cityofsnohomish.com.

Friday Night Out. Supervised activities in toy room, stories and snack. Ages 1-7. 6-9pm today or Feb. 9. $18, pre-register. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0268. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.

The Sound of Music. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s musical is performed by Northwest Savoyards. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2:30pm Sundays through Feb. 18. $20, $17 seniors, military and ages 18 and younger. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California St., Everett. 866-811-4111. www.northwestsavoyards.org.

Saturday, February 3

Seattle Area

Yo-Yo Championships. Includes judged professional yo-yo contest plus sport division for all ages and abilities. Rules and yo-yo trick descriptions online. 9:30am-4pm. FREE. Seattle Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.northwestyoyo.com.

Free Museum Visit. Visit Seattle Asian Art Museum for drop-in family activities 11am-2pm. Family film Wallace & Gromit: The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (rated G) 1:30pm. FREE. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Valentine’s Ball. Daddy and Daughter dance includes refreshments, flower for girls, photo and more. 3:30-5pm, 5:30-7pm or 7:30-9pm. $25 per couple, $5 additional person, pre-register. Burien Community Center, 425 SW 144th St., Burien. 206-988-3700. www.ci.burien.wa.us.

Captain Bogg & Salty. Family concert by the Portland-based band features original piratical pop, calypso, ska and sea chanties. 7:30pm. $11-$15. Auburn Riverside Theatre, 501 Oravetz Rd., Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn how Leonardo da Vinci applied scientific principles to his drawings and paintings, then create your own masterpiece. 11:15am and 1:15pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 25. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free 4 and younger, Leonardo da Vinci exhibit extra. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.

Trumpet of the Swan. Book-It Theatre’s production, based on the book by E.B. White. 2pm. $5. Shoreline Community College Campus Theatre, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N, Bldg. 1600, Shoreline. 206-417-4645. www.shorelinearts.net/child_theatreseries.html.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Swan Lake. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Cinema K: Children's Film Festival Seattle. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Eastside

Come Craft! Create crafts that relate to the exhibits at Bellevue Arts Museum. All ages. 1-3pm Saturdays. Included with admission. $7, $5 seniors and students, free younger than 6. 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org.

Chinese Cultural Showcase. Pacific Performing Arts Center presents Chinese traditional group dances, songs, instrumental music, Beijing opera, martial arts and more. 7pm. $12, ages 4 and younger free. Redmond Performance Center, 17272 NE 104th St., Redmond. 425-556-2300. www.redmond.gov.

Jack and the Beanstalk. Jack won't let fear of heights or giants deter him from his quest to reclaim his family's stolen fortune. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 11am and 1pm Saturdays, 1pm and 3pm Sundays through Feb. 11 (ASL performance 3pm Feb. 11). $8. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-827-3123. www.kpcenter.org.

Animal Farm. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 2.

Snohomish County

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Further Afield

Upper Skagit Bald Eagle Fest. A chance to view some of the bald eagles wintering in the upper Skagit Valley. Activities for all ages include storytelling, volksmarch, bus tours, planetarium shows and more. 10am-4pm through Sun. Most events free. Various locations along State Route 20, about 100 miles N of Seattle. 360-853-7283. www.skagiteagle.org.

Skagit Eagle Watch. Float the Skagit River with experienced rafting guides and eagle watchers in search of bald eagles congregating in the Skagit Preserve. Includes hot meal. Ages 6-adult. 10am-2:15pm. $79-$89. 425-771-4030 (City of Lynnwood), 425-556-2300 (Redmond Recreation). www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/parks, www.redmond.gov.

Winter Volksmarch. Annual walk-a-thon today-Sun. 5K or 10K walk through wolf, grizzly and black bear exhibits. Walk FREE, half-price tram tickets for those finishing walk by 2pm. All ages; no strollers on 10K course. Registration 8am-1pm, walk ends 4pm. Northwest Trek, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-6117. www.nwtrek.org.

Sunday, February 4

Seattle Area

Family First Sunday. Family activities including a kids' craft project at the Seattle Aquarium. Today’s program is Sensational Sea Stars. 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $12.50, $8.50 ages 6-12, $5.50 ages 3-5, free ages 2 and younger. Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org.

LEGO® Like Leonardo. Leonardo-themed LEGO creations, as well as other LEGO monuments, will be on display at the Museum of Flight. Learn how to create your own LEGO works of art and engineering. 11am-4pm. Included with admission. Also today, Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3 for details.

The Coronation of Poppea. Selected baroque opera scenes from an upcoming performance are explained by music and stage directors in a family-friendly concert from Early Music Guild. 1-2pm. $10, $5 students and seniors. Downstairs at Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-325-7066. www.earlymusicguild.org.

Cinema K: Children's Film Festival Seattle. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Eastside

Wildlife Tour. Join Juanita Bay Park volunteer rangers for an interpretive wildlife walk. Bring binoculars. 1pm. FREE. Meet in parking lot, 2201 Market St., Kirkland. 425-576-8805. www.kirklandparks.net.

Jack and the Beanstalk. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Feb. 3.

Animal Farm. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 2.

Snohomish County

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 1-2pm. FREE. 1402 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett. 425-267-3246. www.readingwithrover.org.

Portland Taiko. Award-winning Asian-American drumming ensemble. All ages. 2pm and 4pm. $11-$13. Pied Piper Presents, Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Further Afield

Upper Skagit Bald Eagle Fest. Various locations along State Route 20. See Feb. 3.

Winter Volksmarch. Northwest Trek, Eatonville. See Feb. 3.

Monday, February 5

Snohomish County

Walking/Jogging Outing. Bring the whole family to walk or jog on Lynnwood’s lighted 400-meter outdoor track. 5:30-7:30pm Mondays and Wednesdays. FREE. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, 3003 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.

Tuesday, February 6

Seattle Area

Preschool Information Night. Explore Renton's preschool options for the 2007-2008 school year. 6:30-8pm. FREE. Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton. 425-430-6729. www.ci.renton.wa.us.

Eastside

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 6:30-8pm today and Feb. 20. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16549 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-869-1907. www.readingwithrover.org.

Wednesday, February 7

Snohomish County

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

Thursday, February 8

Seattle Area

Summer Opportunity Showcase. The Bush School brings together area camps and programs focusing on summer opportunities for ages 10-19. 5-8pm. FREE. 3400 E Harrison St., Seattle. 206-322-7978. www.bush.edu/sos.

Swan Lake. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Friday, February 9

Seattle Area

Chinese New Year Celebration. Traditional Chinese entertainment, crafts, games and treats for all ages. 6:30-9pm. $5, $10 per immediate family, pre-register. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.

Wylie and the Wild West. Cowboy Wylie Gustafson and his band bring feel-good western music to the stage. 8pm. $17, $15 students and seniors. Kentwood Performing Arts Center, 25800 164th Ave. SE, Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us/arts.

Tiny Tots. Seattle Symphony’s series for birth-age 5. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30am, 10:30am or 11:30am today and Sat., 1pm Sat. $7, limited seating. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.

Family Friday. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Swan Lake. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Eastside

Father/Daughter Sock Hop. Dress up in 1950s style for dancing, crafts and refreshments. Ages 3-10 with adult. 6:30-8:30pm. $30, pre-register. Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, 16600 NE 80th St., Redmond. 425-556-2300. www.redmond.gov.

Kids’ Night Out. The Lake Heights Family YMCA offers dinner, stories, games and art activities for newborn-preschool. Additional activities for grades K-6 include swimming, bowling, miniature golf, climbing wall or ice-skating. 6:30pm-midnight. $30, $15 additional child, plus $38 annual member fee. 5225 119th Ave. SE, Bellevue. 425-644-8417. www.lakeheightsymca.org.

Animal Farm. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 2.

Snohomish County

Fantastic Fridays. The Kosher Red Hots perform Yiddish Dance Tunes. Part of the City of Lynnwood’s Fantastic Fridays entertainment series for families. Doors open 7pm, show 7:30pm. Suggested donation $3, $2 children. Edmonds Community College, Triton Union Bldg., second floor, 20200 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood. 206-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.

Family Fun Night. Family swim, arts and crafts, and snack. 6:30-8:30pm. $17 per family. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.

Friday Night Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See Feb. 2.

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Saturday, February 10

Seattle Area

A Walk in the Park. Learn about the birds found in Olympic Sculpture Park with a naturalist from Seward Park Environmental and Audubon Center. 1-2pm. FREE. PACCAR Pavilion, Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Tet Festival. Celebration of the Vietnamese Lunar New Year includes traditional lion dance, Vietnamese music, dance, fashion show, Vietnamese spelling bee, kids’ activities and more. 10am-6pm through Sun. FREE. Seattle Center House and Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.tetinseattle.org.

Doodlebops Live! The candy-colored trio, stars of a hit TV show on Playhouse Disney, entertains with an energetic, interactive concert. 2pm and 5pm. $18-$45. Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-628-0888. www.theparamount.com.

Family Storytime. “Cooking from the Garden” includes stories and activities that celebrate gardens, plants and nature. Ages 2-7 and parents. 10-10:45am. FREE. Elisabeth C. Miller Library, Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 NE 41st St., Seattle. 206-543-0415. www.millerlibrary.org.

Dino Day. Join the Burke Museum for a day of exploration and activities. 10am-4pm. Included with admission. $8, $6.50 seniors, $5 youth ages 5 and older, free ages 4 and younger. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org.

Museum Family Program. In “Songs and Stories to Reconcile By,” Vincent T. Hutchinson takes visitors on a short journey through African-American history. Ages 5-adult. 4pm. Included with admission. $2-$3, free ages 17 and younger. Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S, Renton. 425-255-2330. www.rentonhistory.org.

Daughter’s Night Out. Daughter/parent dance and dessert. 6:30-8:30pm, pre-register. $20 per couple, $5 additional person. Klahanee Lake Community/Senior Center, 33901 Ninth Ave. S, Federal Way. 253-835-6900. www.cityoffederalway.com.

Emerald City Feis. Irish dance competition. All levels of dancers plus dance teams. 8am-6pm through Sun. Call for cost. Seattle Center Northwest Rooms, First Ave. N and Republican St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.emeraldcityfeis.com.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3.

Swan Lake. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Tiny Tots. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Eastside

Story Time. “Folktales from around the World” from storyteller Margaret Read MacDonald at Island Books. Ages 3 and older. 11-11:30am. FREE. 3014 78th St. SE, Mercer Island. 206-232-6920. www.mercerislandbooks.com.

Come Craft! Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 3.

Jack and the Beanstalk. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Feb. 3.

Animal Farm. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 2.

Snohomish County

Baby Safety Event. Community safety experts and product demonstrations offered to educate expectant and new parents on baby safety. 11am-3pm. FREE. Babies “R” Us, 19500 Alderwood Mall Parkway, Lynnwood. 425-672-3220. www.babiesrus.com.

Kids' Night Out. The theme is Cupid's Surprise for an evening of fun. Ages 4-12. 5:30-9:30pm. $26. $13 additional sibling. Imagine Children's Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Further Afield

Family Day. Help celebrate Black History Month by creating a quilt square inspired by historic quilts of Gee’s Bend. All ages. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $10, $8 seniors, military and students, $4 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger, $30 family (two adults, up to four younger than 18). Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 866-4MUSEUM (468-7386). www.museumofglass.org.

Hearts and Crafts. Craft fair includes craft projects for ages 2-14, puppet plays, food, music and more. 11am-3pm. FREE. Madrona School, 105 Winslow Way W, Bainbridge Island. 206-855-8041. www.madronaschool.org.

Valentine train. Ride Lake Whatcom Railway’s vintage passenger train. Departures noon. $14, $7 ages 2-17, free younger than 2. Limited seating; advance tickets from Lake Whatcom Railway, Box 91, Acme, Wash. 98220. Include check, self-addressed stamped envelope, departure time, phone number and number of adults and children attending. 1 1/2 hour ride leaves the terminal at Wickersham, 10 miles north of Sedro Wooley, on State Hwy. 9. 360-595-2218.

Sunday, February 11

Seattle Area

Animal Valentine Treats. Woodland Park Zoo’s animals receive special Valentine’s Day treats today. Schedule posted at zoo gates. Included with admission. $10.50, $7.50 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. 601 N 59th St., Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.

Tet Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 10.

Swan Lake. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3.

Emerald City Feis. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 10.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Eastside

Jack and the Beanstalk. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Feb. 3.

Animal Farm. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 2.

Snohomish County

Doodlebops Live! The candy-colored trio, stars of a hit TV show on Playhouse Disney, entertains with an energetic, interactive concert. 1pm and 4pm. $19-$46, free younger than 2. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt, Everett. 1-866-EEC-TIXX (332-8499). www.everetteventscenter.com.

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Monday, February 12

Seattle Area

Toddler Time. Activity stations, storytelling, songs and games for ages 5 and younger with an adult. 10am-12:30pm Mondays-Tuesdays through Feb. 27, drop-in. Admission plus $3. $12.50, $8.50 ages 6-12, $5.50 ages 3-5, free ages 2 and younger. Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org.

Snohomish County

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

Tuesday, February 13

Seattle Area

Stories and Such. Preschool story “Chilly Winter Tales” and crafts with storyteller Debbie Deutsch. 11am and 1pm today and Feb. 27. Included with admission. $10, $8.50 seniors, $7 ages 3-12, IMAX and laser shows extra. Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N, Seattle. 206-443-2001. www.pacsci.org.

Buddy: The Buddy Holly Story. Seattle premiere portrays the last three years of the rock ‘n’ roll icon’s life. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). 7:30pm Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 8pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, 1:30pm and 7pm Sundays, through March 4. $20-$73. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-625-1900. www.5thavenuetheatre.org.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 12.

Wednesday, February 14

Valentine’s Day

Seattle Area

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Preview spring with 25 display gardens, vendor marketplace, Sproutopia (kids' area featuring hands-on activities, kid-created display gardens, kids' gardening seminars, storytime and limited free daycare provided by KinderCare®). Food available. 9am-9pm today-Sat., 9am-6pm Sun. $19 ($16 if purchased by Feb. 13), $13 half day (after 3pm or 2pm Sun.), $8 students, $3 ages 6-17, free ages 5 and younger. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seventh and Pike, Seattle. 206-789-5333. www.gardenshow.com.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Snohomish County

Valentine’s Day Play. Supervised activities in toy room, craft, stories and snack. Ages 1-7. 6-9pm. $18, pre-register. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0230. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

Thursday, February 15

Seattle Area

Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy Jamaican reggae from Clinton Fearon. Noon-1pm. FREE. Lobby at City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Third Place Books. 6:30-8pm. FREE. Lake Forest Park Towne Center, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. 206-366-3333. www.readingwithrover.org.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 14.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Friday, February 16

Seattle Area

Starlight Beach Walk and Bonfire. Bundle up and bring a flashlight and wading boots. Enjoy refreshments and stories around the bonfire. 7:30-9:30pm. FREE. Seahurst Park, 140th St. SW and 16th Ave. SW, Burien. 206-988-3712. www.scienceatseahurst.org.

Family Friday. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 14.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

Family Night Out. Sports, games, arts and crafts, movie and refreshments for all ages (children must be with parent). 8-10:30pm. FREE. Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St., Bellevue. 425-452-6885. www.bellevuewa.gov.

AGA-BOOM. All the finest aspects of clowning in one show – juggling, slapstick comedy, sophisticated clowning, wild chases and audience participation. All ages. 7:30pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 5pm Sundays-Mondays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays, through Feb. 25. $40, $20 children, students and seniors. Meydenbauer Theatre, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 425-284-0444. www.ticketwindowonline.com.

Snohomish County

Friday Night Live! Entertainment and activities 6-8:30pm at Imagine Children’s Museum. Ages 4-12. $6.50, free ages 12 months and younger. Imagine Children's Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.

Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS™. Professionally produced full-scale musical performed by actors grades 4-8 from Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. 7:30pm today, 2pm and 7:30pm Sat., 2pm Sun. $9, $8 seniors and youth. Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Saturday, February 17

Seattle Area

Family Fun. Create works of art, check out sculpture and take home goodies at Olympic Sculpture Park. Ages 5-11 with adult. 9-11:30am. FREE, pre-register. PACCAR Pavilion, Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Lunar New Year Celebration. Celebrate the Year of the Pig at Chinatown-International District's Union Station with entertainment, arts and crafts, community and business booths and more. Noon-6 pm. FREE. 401 S Jackson St., Seattle. 206-382-1197. www.cidbia.org/events. Limited parking, public transportation strongly encouraged. See http://transit.metrokc.gov for bus route information.

Free Family Day. Wing Luke Asian Museum is FREE 1-3pm third Saturdays. Lion dance (2:30pm), followed by arts and crafts activities (Lunar New Year lanterns and decorations). 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124. www.wingluke.org.

Festival Sundiata. Event celebrates the richness and diversity of African and African-American culture, history and art. Performances, art exhibits, marketplace and kids’ hands-on art activities. Call for hours, through Mon. FREE. Seattle Center House and Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.festivalsundiata.org.

Salamander Love Night. Join a naturalist to look for salamanders at Camp Long. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Ages 6 and older. 8-9:30pm. $8, pre-register. 5200 35th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.seattle.gov/parks.

President’s Gemboree. Annual rock and gem show hosted by West Seattle Rock Club includes exhibits, demonstrations, door prizes, kids’ crafts and activities, food and more. 10am-5pm through Sun. FREE. Alki Masonic Temple, 4736 40th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-932-3292. www.westseattlerockclub.org.

Twilight Hike. Explore Discovery Park to discover what animals are most active at twilight. Ages 6 and older. 4-6pm. FREE, re-register morning of the walk. 3801 Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.seattle.gov/parks.

Author Appearance. Greg and Ned Palmer read from and sign Greg’s book Adventures in the Mainstream: Coming of Age with Down Syndrome. 1pm. FREE. Barnes and Noble Pacific Place, 600 Pine St., Seattle. 206-264-0156. www.bn.com.

Northwest Scale Modelers Show. Show features immaculately detailed aircraft models as well as many other types of models. Scale modeling experts will be on hand to answer questions. 10am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. Today, ages 8 and older with adult can build a snap-together model aircraft kit (10am-2pm, quantities limited). See Feb. 3 for Museum of Flight details.

Octopus Week. Activities at Seattle Aquarium include daily crafts for kids, and daily octopus feeding and talks. Highlights: Puget Sound divers conduct giant Pacific octopus census (through Feb. 19), live video monitors show giant Pacific octopus being released into Elliott Bay (noon today and Feb. 24), divers swim with octopus (Feb. 18, 21 and 25). 10am-5pm daily. Included with admission. $12.50, $8.50 ages 6-12, $5.50 ages 3-5, free ages 2 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.

Engineers Fair. Puget Sound Engineering Council hosts this fair at Museum of Flight for grades K-12. Learn about engineering careers and enter the Popsicle Stick Bridge Load Competition. 10am-5pm. FREE, museum admission separate. See Feb. 3 for museum details.

Math & Physics Club. Seattle indie band performs pop music for children. 11am and 1:30pm. $5 adults, free ages 12 and younger with adult. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave, Seattle. 800-383-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.

Jack and the Beanstalk. Jack won't let fear of heights or giants deter him from his quest to reclaim his family's stolen fortune. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 11am and 1pm. $8. The Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 14.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

Year of the Pig Celebration. Celebrate the Chinese New Year with performances, children's activities, cultural bazaar and more. 10am-8pm today, 10am-6pm Sun. FREE. Crossroads Bellevue, NE Eighth and 156th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-644-1111. www.crossroadsbellevue.com.

Come Craft! Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 3.

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS™. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 16.

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Further Afield

Zoo Play Day. Help make treats for Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium animals, then watch the animals enjoy play opportunities and treats provided by zookeepers. 10am-3:30pm. Included with admission. $10, $9 seniors, $8 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337. www.pdza.org.

Sunday, February 18

Seattle Area

Ralph’s World. High-energy children’s music performed by acclaimed artist Ralph Covert. 10:30am (doors open 9am). $16. The Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle. 206-628-0888. www.themoore.com.

Festival Sundiata. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

President’s Gemboree. Alki Masonic Temple, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 14.

Aesop’s Fables. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

Year of the Pig Celebration. Crossroads Bellevue. See Feb. 17.

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

The Sound of Music. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 2.

Disney’s The Jungle Book KIDS™. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 16.

Monday, February 19

Presidents’ Day

Seattle Area

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Festival Sundiata. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 12.

Eastside

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

Tuesday, February 20

Seattle Area

A Guide for the Perplexed. A show by talented jugglers and jokesters The Flying Karamazov Brothers. 7:30pm. $20-$70. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 12.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

Reading With Rover. Borders®, Redmond. See Feb. 6.

Wednesday, February 21

Seattle Area

Showtime at Magnuson. All-ages entertainment extravaganza for kids. 10:30am-3:30pm. $5, $2 barbecue lunch (noon-1:30pm). Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Snohomish County

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

Thursday, February 22

Seattle Area

The Noise Guy. Storytelling performance for children from Charles Williams. 11am. FREE. Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton. 425-430-6729. www.ci.renton.wa.us.

Play It Safe Festival. Learn about safety from police K-9 unit and other safety personnel. Hands-on activities, treats and more. Ages 12 and younger with adult. 11:30am-1:30pm. FREE. Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton. 425-430-6729. www.ci.renton.wa.us.

The Parsons Dance Company. Witty, energetic dance program from New York City choreographer David Parsons. 8pm through Sat. $39. Meany Hall, University of Washington, 15th Ave. NE and NE 40th St., Seattle. Limited parking available underneath the theater for a fee (Central Parking Garage, 15th Ave. NE and 41st St., Seattle). 206-543-4880. www.uwworldseries.org.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

Yo-Yo Tricks Galore. 13-year-old yo-yo champion Sterling Quinn amazes and shares his tricks (bring a yo-yo). All ages. 2-4pm. FREE. Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th Ave. NE, Bothell. 425-486-7811. www.kcls.org.

Friday, February 23

Seattle Area

Thumbelina. Oregon Shadow Theatre’s production, based on the story by Hans Christian Andersen. 2pm. $5. Shoreline Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-417-4645. www.shorelinearts.net/child_theatreseries.html.

Talent Showcase. Homeschool youth/parent talent showcase. 7-9pm. FREE, donations accepted. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.

Family Friday. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

The Parsons Dance Company. Meany Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 22.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

Parents' Night Out. Pizza, swim, games and movies in a safe environment. Ages 5-12. 6:30-10pm. $17, pre-register. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.

Harlem Globetrotters. World-famous basketball team entertains with amazing ball-handling skills and comedy routines. 7pm today, 3pm Sun. $15-$110, free younger than 2. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt, Everett. 866-EEC-TIXX (332-8499). www.everetteventscenter.com.

Saturday, February 24

Seattle Area

Winterfest Carnival. Annual carnival features games, prizes, face painting, bouncy castle, fortuneteller, magician and treats. Everyone welcome. 1-3pm. FREE, pre-register. Gilda's Club Seattle (free non-profit for people living with cancer), 1400 Broadway, Seattle. 206-709-1400. www.gildasclubseattle.org.

Children’s Community Health Fair. Learn about hospitals, health and staying safe. Teddy Bear Clinic, ambulance tours, wheelchair obstacle course, finger casting and more. Ages 3-8 and families. 10am-2pm. FREE. Children’s Hospital, 4800 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. 206-987-5797. www.seattlechildrens.org.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3.

The Parsons Dance Company. Meany Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 22.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

Parents' Night Out. Games, crafts, movies, snacks and more in a safe environment. Ages 3-10, potty-trained. 6-9pm. $18, pre-register. Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, 16600 NE 80th St., Redmond. 425-556-2300. www.redmond.gov.

Come Craft! Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 3.

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

Port Susan Snow Goose and Birding Festival. See tens of thousands of snow geese and other birds up close. Guided and self-guided tours, vendors, speakers, fine art and more. Call for hours, through Sun. FREE. Various locations, Stanwood. 360-629-0562. www.snowgoosefest.org.

Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show. Show by Everett Rock & Gem Club includes demonstrations, door prizes, displays and more. 10am-6pm today, 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. Washington National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes, Everett. www.everettrockclub.com.

Jack and the Beanstalk. Jack won't let fear of heights or giants deter him from his quest to reclaim his family's stolen fortune. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 11am and 1pm today, 1pm and 3pm Sun. $8. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California St., Everett. 877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.

Sunday, February 25

Seattle Area

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 17.

Leonardo’s Legacy: The Science of Art! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 3.

Goodnight Moon. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Eastside

AGA-BOOM. Meydenbauer Theatre, Bellevue. See Feb. 16.

Snohomish County

Gem, Mineral and Jewelry Show. Washington National Guard Armory, Everett. See Feb. 24.

Port Susan Snow Goose and Birding Festival. Floyd Norgaard Cultural Center, Stanwood. See Feb. 24.

Harlem Globetrotters. Everett Events Center, Everett. See Feb. 23.

Jack and the Beanstalk. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 24.

Farther Afield

Chilly Hilly. Thirty-Three mile bicycle ride around scenic Bainbridge Island. "Guaranteed to be hilly, chilly and a lot of fun." Start on the island or at the Seattle ferry terminal. Approved helmets required. Ride smart tips and registration form available online. Starts 7am. $17-$30, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 1-5. 206-522-BIKE (2453). www.cascade.org.

Monday, February 26

Seattle Area

Stories and Songs of Courage. Enjoy stories and songs with Seattle Jewish Community School’s Shoshana Stombaugh. Preschool age with caregiver. 11am. FREE. Barnes and Noble, 2675 NE University Village St., Seattle. 206-522-5212. dfrockt@seattlejcs.org.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 12.

Snohomish County

Seussapalooza! Celebrate Dr. Seuss' birthday with stories and snacks. Ages 5-8. 4pm. FREE. Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th Ave. NE, Bothell. 425-486-7811. www.kcls.org.

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

Tuesday, February 27

Seattle Area

Stories and Such. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 12.

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Snohomish County

Drums and Songs of Africa. Celebrate African-American History Month with music and songs performed by Saeed Abbas of Ghana. All ages. 1pm. FREE. Main Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030. www.ci.everett.wa.us.

Wednesday, February 28

Seattle Area

Buddy. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 13.

Snohomish County

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 5.

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