February 2008

Highlights & Hot Tips

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

Friday, February 1

Seattle Area

Smuckers Stars on Ice. Olympic, World and National Champion figure skaters Sasha Cohen, Ilia Kulik and others. 7:30pm. $24-$109. KeyArena, 305 N Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.starsonice.com.

Chinese New Year Celebration. Traditional Chinese entertainment, crafts, games and refreshments. 6:30-9pm. $5, $15 per family, pre-register. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.

Children's Film Festival Seattle. Film festival features thoughtful full-length and short 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.childrensfilmfestivalseattle.org.

Riverdance. Irish music, song and dance. All ages. Various times through Sun. $55.20-$65. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-2787. www.theparamount.com.

Hamlet. Shakespeare’s classic tragedy of a son desperate to avenge his father’s murder. Ages 11 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 24 (Family Date Night Dinner Feb. 8, ASL performance 2pm Feb. 16). $17-$33. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.

Eastside

Free Museum Visits. Bellevue Arts Museum is FREE 10am-9pm first Fridays. 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE 5-8pm Fridays. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Family Night. Kids’ building projects, adventure zone, craft project, swimming and more. 6-8pm, 6:30-8pm swim. $5 per family. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9077. www.bellevueymca.org.

The Brave Little Tailor. The classic fairytale with some creative SPROUTS twists. An original hour-long musical featuring lively songs, magic and audience participation. Ages 4 and older. 7pm today, 1pm and 3pm Sat.-Sun. $8.75. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, upstairs at Redmond Town Center, 16587 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-881-6777. www.secondstoryrep.org.

Pippin. Young prince Pippin seeks the secret of true happiness in this Broadway musical performed by students ages 8-18 from Youth Theatre Northwest. 7pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 10. $13. 8805 SE 40th, Mercer Island. 206-232-4145. www.youththeatre.org.

I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Educational production tells the poignant true story of the World War II Terezin Concentration Camp through the artwork and poetry left behind by the children who inhabited it. Ages 9 and older. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2:30pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 10. $12, $10 students and seniors. Studio East, 402 Sixth St. S, Kirkland. 425-827-3123. www.studio-east.org.

Toy Testing. Bring your toys and other consumer products for testing (for lead and other toxins) by Essco Safety Check. 6-8pm. FREE. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-749-4136. www.essco-safetycheck.com.

South Sound

Free Museum Visits. Children’s Museum of Tacoma is FREE 10am-7pm first Fridays. 936 Broadway Ave., Tacoma. 253-627-6031. www.childrensmuseumoftacoma.org. The Hands On Children’s Museum is FREE 5-9pm first Fridays. 106 11th Ave. SW, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.

Saturday, February 2

Seattle Area

Tet Festival. Celebration of the Vietnamese Lunar New Year includes traditional Lion Dance (10:30am today, 3pm Sun.), Vietnamese music, dance, Vietnamese spelling bee, kids’ activities and more. 10:30am-5:30pm through Sun. FREE. Seattle Center House and Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.tetinseattle.org.

Free Museum Visit. Visit Seattle Asian Art Museum for drop-in family activities 11am-2pm. Family film Mulan (rated G) 1:30-3pm. FREE. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Story Hour. Listen to stories in Izilla Toys’ cozy space 2-3pm Sundays. Toddlers and preschoolers; all ages welcome. FREE. 1429 12th Ave., Suite D, Seattle. 206-322-8697. www.izillatoys.com.

Valentine’s Ball. Daddy and Daughter dance includes refreshments, a flower for each girl, 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.

Buck Howdy with BB. 2008 Grammy™ nominees Buck Howdy and his sidekick BB bring their enthusiastic brand of Western-inspired kids’ music to Seattle. Ages 4 and older. 11am. $17-$32. The Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle. 206-292-2787. www.themoore.com.

Author Appearance. “Nearly new” children’s and maternity clothing store Le Petit Shoppe celebrates its opening 10am-1pm. Children’s author Tara Jorgensen signs copies of her book Nina and Madison Ride the Bus in Seattle (free copies to first 10 families). FREE, free parking. 3432 NE 45th St., Seattle. 206-525-0619. lepetitshoppe@hotmail.com.

Ocean Career Day. Find out what ocean-related careers are like from biologists, researchers and educators. Learn about schools, volunteer opportunities and explore the Seattle Aquarium. Open to teachers, parents and students attending middle school, high school or college. 10am-3pm. FREE, pre-register. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4353. www.seattleaquarium.org.

American Tall Tales: Pecos Bill and Bigfoot. Award winning show by Oregon Shadow Theatre features shadow figures and live music. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3pm Saturdays-Sundays through Feb. 17. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.

Bowl-a-thon. “Bowled and the Beautiful” bowl-a-thon benefits the Human Rights Campaign. Families with young children are encouraged to attend the first bowling session (6pm). $40. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave. SW, Seattle. http://seattle.hrc.org.

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

Riverdance. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Eastside

Family Service Project. Volunteer service project benefits a local retirement community. 1-3pm. FREE, pre-register. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9077. www.bellevueymca.org.

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.

Groundhog Day. See if Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow at KidsQuest Children’s Museum. 10am-5pm. Included with admission. $7, free younger than 1. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

The Three Pigs. The pigs try to fortify their homes against a wolf in this zany rendition complete with audience participation. 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. (ASL performances Feb. 3). $8. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-827-3123 or 877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.

The Brave Little Tailor. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See Feb. 1.

Pippin. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 1.

I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Studio East, Kirkland. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Ride the Iron Rails. United Northwest Model Railroad Club’s annual train show and swap meet features more than 14 operating layouts. Proceeds benefit EquiFriends. 10am-5pm today, 10am-4pm Sun. $7, $5 seniors and ages 10-17, free ages 9 and younger. Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. 425-241-1358. www.unwclub.org.

Groundfrog Day. Family entertainment, music, hands-on activities, plus the arrival of enchanted frog Snohomish Slew searching for his shadow. 10:30am-4pm. FREE. Ferguson Park, 1330 Ferguson Park Rd., Snohomish. 360-568-2526. www.cityofsnohomish.com.

Spirit of Music and Dance. Native American music, storytelling and hoop dancing of the Northern Plains Native Americans performed by the Kevin Locke Native Dance Ensemble, sponsored by Village Theatre’s Pied Piper Presents. Pre-show activities and arts and crafts in the lobby one hour before each show. All ages. 2pm and 4pm. $12-$14. Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.

Farther Afield

Author Appearance. Jean Davies Okimoto reads from and signs her new book Winston of Churchill: One Bear’s Battle Against Global Warming. Ages 3 and older. 11am. FREE. Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-5332. www.eagleharborbooks.com.

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. Registration 8am-1pm, walk ends 4pm. Northwest Trek, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-6117. www.nwtrek.org.

Sunday, February 3

Seattle Area

Story Hour. Listen to stories in Izilla Toys’ cozy space 2-3pm Sundays. All ages. FREE. 1429 12th Ave., Suite D, Seattle. 206-322-8697. www.izillatoys.com.

Family First Sunday. Family activities include a craft project for kids at Seattle Aquarium. Today’s program is “Sensational Seastars.” 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.

Tet Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

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

Riverdance. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

American Tall Tales. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Eastside

Seattle Mime Theatre: AnimOtion. Modern vaudevillian performance includes slapstick comedy, dance, mime and improvisational story telling. All ages. 7pm. $12, $6 youth, free younger than age 4. Redmond Performance Center, 17272 NE 104th St., Redmond. 425-556-2392. www.redmond.gov.

The Three Pigs. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Feb. 2.

The Brave Little Tailor. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See Feb. 1.

Pippin. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 1.

I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Studio East, Kirkland. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Ride the Iron Rails. Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe. See Feb. 2.

South Sound

Community Festival. Celebrate art, culture and Black History Month at Tacoma Art Museum’s Threads that Bind Community. Spoken word, gospel music, dance performances, hands-on art activities, community patchwork quilt and more. Noon-5pm. FREE. 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 253-272-4258. www.tacomaartmuseum.org.

Farther Afield

Winter Volksmarch. Northwest Trek, Eatonville. See Feb. 2.

Monday, February 4

Seattle Area

Organ Demonstration. Seattle Symphony hosts a demonstration of the Watjen Concert Organ, a 26-foot tall instrument with 4,490 pipes. Today’s recital is “Titans of the Keyboard.” Grades 5 and higher. 12:30pm, optional noon and 1pm Benaroya Hall tours. FREE. 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4856. www.seattlesymphony.org.

North Sound

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 5

Seattle Area

Just Us Girls. Girls grades 7-10 can participate in activities at Shoreline/South County Family YMCA. 6:30-8pm today and Feb. 19. FREE. 1220 NE 175th, Shoreline. 206-364-1700. www.shorelineymca.org.

Nordic Stories. Kids’ story from Finland (The Book about Moomin, Mymble and Little My by Tove Jansson) plus a craft project. Preschoolers and moms. 10-11am. FREE, not intended for large groups. Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.org.

Preschool Information Night. Explore Renton's preschool options for the 2008-2009 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®. 7-8pm. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16549 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-869-1907. www.readingwithrover.org.

Wednesday, February 6

Seattle Area

Toddler Time. Activity stations, storytelling, songs and games for ages 5 and younger with adult. 10am-12:30pm Wednesdays-Thursdays through Feb. 14, drop-in. Admission ($15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger) plus $3 per family. Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org.

Eastside

Play & Learn. Songs, stories, art and games for ages 2-5 with adult. 10-11:30am Wednesdays. FREE. Crossroads Bellevue, NE Eighth and 156th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-644-1111. www.crossroadsbellevue.com.

North Sound

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

Thursday, February 7

Seattle Area

Free Museum Visits. The Museum of Flight is FREE 5-9pm first Thursdays. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org. The Burke Museum is FREE 10am-8pm first Thursdays. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org. 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 and Science Fiction Museum are FREE 5-8pm first Thursdays. 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 206-770-2700. www.empsfm.org. Seattle Art Museum is FREE 10am-9pm first Thursdays. 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org. Seattle Asian Art Museum is FREE 10am-9pm first Thursdays. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy a concert at City Hall. Traditional Chinese music from Warren Chang Music Ensemble today, jazz from Buddy Catlett & Friends Feb. 21. Noon-1pm. FREE. 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.

Story Hour. Listen to stories in Izilla Toys’ cozy space 10:30-11:30am Thursdays. Toddlers and preschoolers; all ages welcome. FREE. 1429 12th Ave., Suite D, Seattle. 206-322-8697. www.izillatoys.com.

Summer Opportunity Showcase. The Bush School brings together area camps and programs focusing on summer opportunities for ages 9-19. 5-8pm. FREE. 3400 E Harrison St., Seattle. 206-322-7978. www.bush.edu/sos.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 6.

Eastside

Chinese New Year. Celebrate the Year of the Rat at KidsQuest Children’s Museum. 10am-5pm. Included with admission. $7, free younger than 1. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Friday, February 8

Seattle Area

Author Appearance. Jeff Kinney reads from and signs his new book Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Roderick Rules (book recommended for ages 9-12). 7pm. FREE. University Book Store, 4326 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-634-3400 ext. 617. www.bookstore.washington.edu.

Parent’s Night Out. University Family YMCA offers families fun and food. 6:30-8:30pm. FREE. 5003 12th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-524-1400. www.universityfamilyymca.org.

Family Night. Shoreline/South County Family YMCA offers dinner, games, an art project and a movie to ages 4-12. 6:15-10pm. $10. 1220 NE 175th, Shoreline. 206-364-1700. www.shorelineymca.org.

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

Family Fridays. Enjoy family fun at Carkeek Park. May include hikes, arts and crafts, storytelling, science workshops or movies. Ages 4 and older. $2, $5 child , pre-register. 7-8:30pm today and Feb. 22. 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.seattle.gov/parks.

Shuttle Atlantis Launch. Watch the scheduled space shuttle Atlantis launch at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. The Museum of Flight offers a TV broadcast hosted by retired astronaut/museum CEO Dr. Bonnie Dunbar. 11:45am. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free ages 4 and younger. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.

Burke 101. Participate in fun activities while learning about dinosaurs and Native American art and culture from University of Washington students. 11am-3pm today, Feb. 9, 23 and March 1, 6 and 8. Included with admission. $8, $6.50 seniors, $5 students and youth ages 5 and older, free ages 4 and younger. Burke Museum, NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Eastside

Family Valentine’s Party. Dancing, refreshments, photos, games and more. Ages 2-12 with adult. 6:30-8:30pm. $16 child and adult, $5 additional family member. Community Center at Mercer View, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island. 206-236-3545. www.miparks.net.

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

Valentine Friendship Dance. Teens from Bellevue area Middle Schools are invited to a drug/tobacco/alcohol-free dance sponsored by Bellevue Parks & Community Services and Bellevue Police Department. 7-10pm. $5, ID required. Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St., Bellevue. 425-452-6885. www.bellevuewa.gov.

Free Museum Visit. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 1.

Pippin. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 1.

I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Studio East, Kirkland. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Author Appearance. Antoinette Portis reads from her new book Not a Stick (book recommended for ages toddler-preschool). 11am. FREE. University Book Store, Mill Creek Town Center, 15311 Main St., Mill Creek. 425-385-3530. www.bookstore.washington.edu.

Friday Night Live. It’s “Boogieman Busters.” Wear pajamas and enjoy blacklight paint, artist Justin Hillgrove, bedtime stories and more. Ages 4-12. 3-9pm. $7, free ages 1 and younger. Imagine Children's Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1016. www.imaginecm.org.

Family Game Night. Ping-pong, foosball, board games and more. Bring your favorite family game. 6:30-8:30pm. $17 per family. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Play based on the diary of 13-year-old Anne Frank written while hiding from the Nazis during World War II. 8pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Feb. 24 (no show Feb. 15). $17-$20. Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. 425-774-9600. www.driftwoodplayers.com.

South Sound

Daddy/Daughter Dance. Dancing, refreshments, party favors and more. All ages. 7-9:30pm, no entry after 8pm. $20-$25 per couple, $5 additional child, pre-register. Curtis High School, 8425 40th St. W, University Place. 253-460-2530. www.cityofup.com.

Saturday, February 9

Seattle Area

Lunar New Year Celebration. Celebrate the Year of the Rat 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.

Bird Tour. Join a naturalist to look for birds and other natural wonders at Discovery Park. Ages 8 and older. 8-9:30am today, 8-10am Feb. 16. FREE. 3801 Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.seattle.gov/parks.

Family Storytime. “Mad about Mushrooms” 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.

Textures and Textiles. Examine a piece of art at Seattle Art Museum constructed from the tops of milk bottles, then weave your own tapestry. Ages 3-12 with parent/guardian. 10am-noon. Included with admission, pre-register. $15, $12 seniors, $9 ages 13-17, free ages 12 and younger, special exhibits extra. Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Museum Family Program. Eve Abram shares folktales from the time of the Underground Railroad. Ages elementary school-adult. 11am. Included with admission. $2-$3, $1 ages 8-16. Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S, Renton. 425-255-2330. www.rentonhistory.org.

Artifact ID Day. Bring your cultural artifacts from the Pacific Rim or North America or finds from the natural world (including bones, fossils or animal teeth) for Burke curators to identify. Limit two items. No appraisals given. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $8, $6.50 seniors, $5 students and youth ages 5 and older, free ages 4 and younger. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org.

My Furry Valentine. Championship and household pet cat show features 14 rings, vendors and adoptable cats. 9am-5pm through Sun. $6, $4 ages 5-12 and seniors, free ages 4 and younger. Seattle Center Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. www.evergreencatfanciers.org.

Chinese New Year Celebration. Annual celebration at Wu Hsing Tao School includes a Dragon Dance, Chinese calligraphy, face painting, interactive Lion Dance and more. All ages. 2-4:30pm. FREE, pre-register. Talaris World Campus, Bldg. D, 4000 NE 41st St., Seattle. 206-324-7188. school@wuhsing.org.

Correo Aereo. Traditional and original music of Venezuela, Mexico, Argentina, and Peru. Ages 7 and older. 11am and 1:30pm. $5, free ages 12 and younger with adult. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 800-838-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.

Hanako and the Cherry Tree. Thistle Theatre’s version of the humorous, bizarre and exciting Japanese tale is told using Bunraku puppets. Ages 3-12. 1 and 3pm through Sun. $9, $7 children and seniors. Warren G. Magnuson Park, Bldg. 47, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.

Mame. Broadway musical. Orphaned Dennis is sent to live with his wealthy, eccentric Aunt Mame. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG – ages 8 and older). 7:30pm Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 8pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, 1:30pm and 7pm Sundays, through March 2. $20-$77. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-625-1900. www.5thavenuetheatre.org.

Concert for Children. Annual concert by Sno-King Chorale features guest artists including Seattle Children’s Chorus and Irish dancers. 7:30pm. $15, $13 students and seniors, $5 ages 12 and younger. Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. 425-771-2874. www.snokingchorale.org.

Goldilocks and the Four Bows. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 8.

American Tall Tales. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Burke 101. Burke Museum, Seattle. See Feb. 7.

Eastside

Preschool Open House. Meet teachers and sign up for nationally accredited parenting program and child education classes (for birth through Pre-K) at Woodinville Family Preschool - one of nine parent cooperative preschools affiliated with Shoreline Community College. Children welcome. 10am-1pm. FREE. 23713 49th Ave. SE, Bothell. 425-481-9707. www.woodinvillefamilypreschool.org.

Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance. Dance and refreshments for girls ages 6-11 with dads. 7-9:30pm. $15 per couple, pre-register. Issaquah Community Center, 301 Rainier Blvd. S, Issaquah. 425-837-3300. www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.

Come Craft! Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 2.

Pippin. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 1.

I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Studio East, Kirkland. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Edmonds Library. 11am-12:30pm today and Feb. 23. FREE. 650 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-1933. www.readingwithrover.org.

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Barnes and Noble. 11am-noon. FREE. 19401 Alderwood Mall Pkwy., Lynnwood. 425-771-2220. www.readingwithrover.org.

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Snohomish Library. 10:30am-12:30pm. FREE. 311 Maple Ave., Snohomish. 360-568-2898. www.readingwithrover.org.

Kid’s Morning Out. Swimming, crafts, games and more in a safe environment. Ages 3-12. 10am-2:30pm. $24, pre-register. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.

Father/Daughter Dance. Dancing, refreshments and photographs are included. Ages 5-13 with adult. 6:30-8pm. $10-12, pre-register. Lynnwood Recreation Center, 18900 44th Ave. W, Lynnwood. 425-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us/parks.

Open Mic Night. Take the microphone at Tim Noah's Thumbnail Theater. Songs, instruments, skits and jokes - anything family-friendly is welcome. School age and older. 6pm. Donation requested. 1211 Fourth St., Snohomish. 360-704-8348. www.timnoah.com.

Preschool Open House. Meet teachers and sign up for nationally accredited parenting program and child education classes (for birth through Pre-K) at Woodinville Family Preschool - one of nine parent cooperative preschools affiliated with Shoreline Community College. Children welcome. 10am-1pm. FREE. 23713 49th Ave. SE, Bothell. 425-481-9707. www.woodinvillefamilypreschool.org.

The Three Pigs. The pigs try to fortify their homes against a wolf in this zany rendition complete with audience participation. 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.

Sweetheart Affair. Valentine-themed event with food sampling, kid zone, music and the Seattle Humane Society’s mobile adoption center. Noon-3pm today, Feb. 10 and 14. FREE. Food Emporium, 13619 Mukilteo Speedway, Lynnwood. 425-641-0080. www.seattlehumane.org.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

South Sound

Asian New Year Celebration. 10th annual event includes nonstop entertainment, martial arts demonstrations, community information, ethnic food and vendors. This year’s focus is Cambodia. 9am-6pm. FREE, donations accepted. Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall, 2727 E “D” St., Tacoma. 253-383-3900. www.asiapacificculturalcenter.org.

Library Celebration. Help celebrate the 150th birthday of Steilacoom Pierce County Library, the first public library in Washington state. Speakers, historians, storytellers, live music and refreshments. 2-5pm. FREE. Steilacoom Town Hall, 1717 Lafayette St., Steilacoom. www.piercecountylibrary.org.

Family Day: Kung Hei Fat Choi. Visit the Museum of Glass to celebrate the Year of the Rat and create a paper lantern. 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 age 18). 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 866-4MUSEUM (468-7386). www.museumofglass.org.

Daughter’s Night Out. Dance and dessert for all ages. 6:30-8:30pm. $20 per couple, $5 additional person, pre-register. Federal Way Community Center, 876 S 333rd St., Federal Way. 253-835-6900. www.cityoffederalway.com.

Daddy/Daughter Dance. Wear your finest and dance to DJ-produced music. All ages. 2-5pm or 6-9pm. $20 per couple, $5 additional daughter, pre-register by Feb. 5. Best Western Park Plaza, 620 South Hill Park Dr., Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.

Parents’ Night Out. Crafts, activities, pizza and creative play for age 4-10 (potty trained). 6-9:30pm. $20, $15 siblings, pre-register. Hands On Children’s Museum, 106 11th Ave. SW, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.

Farther Afield

Tales from the Field. Emmy award-winner Jeff Corwin, host of Animal Planet television shows, brings some of his animal friends for an interactive, educational show. Noon and 6:30pm, 2pm book signing. All ages. $22-$27. Bainbridge High School, 9330 NE High School Rd., Bainbridge Island. 206-855-4650. www.kidimu.org.

Valentine train. Ride Lake Whatcom Railway’s vintage passenger train. Departs at noon. $14, $7 ages 2-17, free younger than age 2. Limited seating; advance tickets from Lake Whatcom Railway, Box 91, Acme, WA 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. www.lakewhatcomrailway.com.

Lobby Day and Rally for Toxic-Free Toys. Olympia rally sponsored by Washington Toxics Coalition is kid-friendly. Includes a kid’s rally at noon, kid’s activities, free testing of toys for toxic chemicals for participants, and free passes to the Hands On Children’s Museum for the first 100 participants. Register online. 206-632-1545. www.watoxics.org.

Sunday, February 10

Seattle Area

Chinese New Year Celebration. Carnival games, food, ethnic entertainment, Lion Dance and vendors. Sponsored by Families with Children from China. 10am-2pm. $5, $25 per family. Eckstein Middle School, 3003 NE 75th St., Seattle. 206-523-7901. www.fcc-nw.com.

Love ‘em or Leave ‘em. Valentine’s Day Dash includes a FREE kid’s dash. 8am registration, 9:30am race. Greenlake Park, near Aqua Theater at south end, Seattle. 206-729-9972. www.promotionevents.com.

Animal Valentine Treats. Woodland Park Zoo’s animals receive special Valentine’s Day treats today. 10am-3pm, schedule posted at zoo gates. Included with admission. $11, $8 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. 601 N 59th St., Seattle. 206-548-2500. www.zoo.org.

Speaking Out! Voices of Seattle’s Black Community. Readers’ theater performance about the African American community in Seattle’s history. 3pm. $15, $5 ages 17 and younger. Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-650-44188. www.brownpapertickets.com.

Story Hour. Izilla Toys, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

My Furry Valentine. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Hanako and the Cherry Tree. Warren G. Magnuson Park, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

American Tall Tales. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Pippin. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See Feb. 1.

I Never Saw Another Butterfly. Studio East, Kirkland. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Call for Actors. Performers of all ages are needed for upcoming live performances in Mukilteo Arts Guild’s spring and summer activities. First meeting 11am today. FREE. Art Workshop, 724 First St., Mukilteo. 425-423-0450.

The Three Pigs. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 9.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

Sweetheart Affair. Food Emporium, Lynnwood. See Feb. 9.

Monday, February 11

Seattle Area

Crafty Afternoon. Learn to felt with natural wool. Ages 5 and older. 3-5pm, drop-in. FREE. Izilla Toys, 1429 12th Ave., Suite D, Seattle. 206-322-8697. www.izillatoys.com.

Eastside

Moscow Circus. Show by the 120-year-old Moscow Circus® is based on centuries-old Russian traditions and fables, and features Russian musicians, clowns, costumed performers and dancers. All ages. 7:30pm through Wed. $20-$36. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.

North Sound

Valentine’s Crafts. Crafts workshop for all ages includes all materials for making Valentines. 3-5pm, drop-in. FREE. Main Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030. www.epls.org.

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

Tuesday, February 12

Seattle Area

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Moscow Circus. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Feb. 11.

Wednesday, February 13

Seattle Area

Author Appearance. Kirby Larson reads from and signs his book Hattie Big Sky (book recommended for ages 12 and older). 7pm. FREE. University Book Store, 4326 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-634-3400 ext. 617. www.bookstore.washington.edu.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 6.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Play & Learn. Crossroads Bellevue, Bellevue. See Feb. 6.

Moscow Circus. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Feb. 11.

North Sound

Family Night at the Library. Storyteller Eve Abram shares African folktales and other multicultural stories for all ages. 7pm. FREE. Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-8722. www.sno-isle.org.

Valentine’s Crafts. Crafts workshop for all ages includes all materials for making Valentines. 3-5pm, drop-in. FREE. Evergreen Branch Library, 9512 Evergreen Way, Everett. 425-257-8030. www.epls.org.

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

Thursday, February 14 - Valentine’s Day

Seattle Area

Story Hour. Izilla Toys, Seattle. See Feb. 7.

Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 6.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Drop-In Art. After-school art activities with members of National Art Honor Society from Bellevue High School. “Valentine Boxes” today, “Rainbow Paper” Feb. 28. 3:30-5pm. FREE. Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org.

North Sound

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

Sweetheart Affair. Food Emporium, Lynnwood. See Feb. 9.

South Sound

Valen-Tiny Day. Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Tacoma Art Museum. Create imaginative art, read stories and enjoy special treats. Ages 3-5 with adult. 1-2:30pm. $12, pre-register. 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 253-272-4258 ext. 3030. www.tacomaartmuseum.org.

Moscow Circus. Show by the 120-year-old Moscow Circus® is based on centuries-old Russian traditions and fables, and features Russian musicians, clowns, costumed performers and dancers. All ages. 7:30pm. $32, $20 students and seniors, $106 family (two adults, two kids). Kentwood High School Performing Arts Center, 25800 164th Ave. SE, Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us/arts.

Friday, February 15

Seattle Area

Three Little Pigs/Stinky Cheese Man. Two classic fairy tales performed by Book-It All Over. Grades K-6. 2pm. $6. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-417-4645. www.shorelinearts.net.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Dive-In Movie Night. Bring an air mattress or inner tube to watch a movie in the deep end of Julius Boehm Pool. All ages. 6:30-9pm. $4, $3 youth, $10 per family. Issaquah Community Center, 301 Rainier Blvd. S, Issaquah. 425-837-3350. www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.

Free Museum Visit. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Into the Woods. Professionally produced full-scale musical performed by actors grades 8-12 from Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Feb. 24. $11, $9 seniors and youth. Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.

South Sound

Newton’s Revenge 2. Mad Science explores the zany side of science with wacky experiments. 7:30pm. $14-$18. Pantages Theater, 901 Broadway, Tacoma. 253-591-5894. www.broadwaycenter.org.

Saturday, February 16

Seattle Area

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. Noon-8pm today and Sun., noon-5pm Mon. FREE. Seattle Center House and Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.festivalsundiata.org.

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

Octopus Week. Activities at Seattle Aquarium include hands-on activities for kids plus daily octopus feeding and talks. Highlights: Puget Sound divers conduct giant Pacific octopus census (through Mon.), live video monitors show giant Pacific octopus being released into Elliott Bay (today), divers swim with octopus (Feb. 17, 18 and 23). 9:30am-5pm through Oct. 23. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.

Family Day at EMP/SFM. Family activities include an art activity and a performance by the Alma Villegas Quartet. 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $12 seniors, students and military, free ages 10 and younger. Experience Music Project, 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 877-367-7361. www.empsfm.org.

I Heart the Park. Post-Valentine’s Day celebration at Olympic Sculpture Park. Ages 3-12 with parent/guardian. 10am-noon. FREE, pre-register. Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Northwest Scale Modelers Show. Show features immaculately detailed aircraft models as well as many other types of models. Scale modeling experts on hand to answer questions. Ages 6 and older with adult can build a snap-together model aircraft kit (noon-2pm, space limited). 10am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free ages 4 and younger. Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.

Afternoon Slumber Party. Join IKEA and Radio Disney AM 1250 for games, music and prizes. Noon-2pm. FREE. IKEA parking garage, 601 SW 41st St., Renton. 425-656-2980. www.ikea-usa.com/seattle.

Salamander Love Night. Two local mole salamanders species mate and lay eggs this time of year. Search for them with a Camp Long naturalist. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight. Ages 6 and older. 6:30-8pm. $8, $6 child, pre-register by Feb. 15. 5200 35th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.seattle.gov/parks.

Living History Day. In conjunction with the exhibit Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War, visit an authentic Civil War-era camp, meet President Lincoln and engage in family activities. 10am-5pm. Included with admission. $7, $5 seniors and ages 5-17, free ages 4 and younger. Museum of History and Industry, McCurdy Park, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org.

Star Parties. Dress in warm clothes to view celestial objects through instruments provided by Seattle Astronomical Society. After dark at two locations, event canceled if rain or cloud cover. FREE. North shore of Green Lake, west of Bathhouse Theatre, Seattle. Paramount School Park, 15300 Eighth Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-523-2787. www.seattleastro.org.

Bird Tour. Discovery Park, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

American Tall Tales. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Simple Gifts. Show by Cashore Marionettes features poignant scenes from everyday life set to classical music. The marionettes are amazingly convincing. Ages 8 and older. 2pm. $10-$19. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.

Come Craft! Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 2.

North Sound

Kids’ Night Out. “Cupid’s Surprise” includes dinner, Valentine crafts and games and museum play for ages 4-10. 5:30-9:30pm. $26, $13 additional sibling, pre-register. Imagine Children's Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.

Peter and the Wolf and Carnival of the Animals. Kids dance for kids in two delightful children's ballets from Olympic Ballet. 2pm. Call for cost. Byrnes Performing Arts Center, Arlington. 425-774-7570. www.olympicballet.com.

Into the Woods. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 15.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

South Sound

Discovery Walk. Tahoma Audubon Society hosts a nature walk on Anderson Island. All ages. 10-11:30am. $5. Call for directions. 253-591-6439. www.tahomaaudubon.org.

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. $11, $10 seniors, $9 ages 5-12, $5 ages 3-4. 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337. www.pdza.org.

Parent’s Night Out. Movies, crafts, air hockey, open gym, games and more for potty-trained kids ages 4-11. 5-10pm. $15, pre-register by Feb. 13. Puyallup Recreation Center, 808 Valley Ave. NW, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.

Farther Afield

Starlight Beach Walk. Join People for Puget Sound and WSU Skagit County Beach Watchers for a beach walk at low tide, including refreshments. Bring a flashlight, and dress for the weather. 6:30-8:30pm. FREE. Sunset Beach, Washington Park, 6300 Sunset Ave., Anacortes. 360-336-1931. beschete@pugetsound.org.

Sunday, February 17

Seattle Area

Festival Sundiata. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

President’s Gemboree. Alki Masonic Temple, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Story Hour. Izilla Toys, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Northwest Scale Modelers Show. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

American Tall Tales. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

North Sound

Starlight Beach Walk. Join naturalists for a beach walk at low tide, then warm up with hot chocolate indoors. Bring a flashlight, and dress for the weather. 7-8:30pm. FREE, pre-register. Kayak Point Regional Park, 15610 Marine Dr., Stanwood. 425-388-6476. s.swint@co.snohomish.wa.us.

Playhouse Disney Live! Favorite characters from four Playhouse Disney shows for preschoolers put on a live interactive show. Noon and 3pm. $19-$46. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt, Everett. 866-332-8499. www.everetteventscenter.com.

Into the Woods. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 15.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

Monday, February 18 - President’s Day

Seattle Area

Festival Sundiata. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

North Sound

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

South Sound

Free Museum Day. Admission is FREE today at Washington State History Museum for anyone who shares a first or last name with any of the nation’s presidents or first ladies (ID required). 10am-5pm. 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 253-798-5877. www.wshs.org.

Tuesday, February 19

Seattle Area

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Just Us Girls. Shoreline/South County Family YMCA, Shoreline. See Feb. 5.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Wednesday, February 20

Seattle Area

Family Game Night. Bring the family to try out Izilla Toys’ favorite new games. Refreshments provided. Ages 3-adult. 5-8pm. FREE. 1429 12th Ave., Suite D, Seattle. 206-322-8697. www.izillatoys.com.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Preview spring with display gardens, vendor marketplace and Sproutopia (kids' area featuring hands-on activities, kid-created display gardens, kids' gardening seminars, storytime, stage presentations Sat. and Sun., and limited free daycare). Food available. 9am-9pm today-Sat., 9am-6pm Sun. $19 ($16 if purchased by Feb. 19), $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.

Charles Darwin: Live and in Concert! Anthropologist Richard Milner performs a one-man musical about the life and times of Charles Darwin. All ages. 7:30pm. $5 at the door. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 800-838-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.

Lord of the Rings. Watch all three movies of the Lord of the Rings trilogy (rated PG-13). 10am-8pm. FREE, concessions available. 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. 16.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Family Storytime. Stories about knights and princesses plus a family activity. 6:30-7:30pm. FREE, pre-register by Feb. 18. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9077. www.bellevueymca.org.

Play & Learn. Crossroads Bellevue, Bellevue. See Feb. 6.

North Sound

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

South Sound

Library Cards for Babies. Babies up to 24 months can get their first library cards today at Summit Pierce County Library. Babies play while adults prepare a personalized scrapbook page and find out how to help children learn new words. 10am. FREE, space limited, pre-register. 5107 112th St. E, Tacoma. 253-536-6186. www.piercecountylibrary.org.

Thursday, February 21

Seattle Area

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

Reptile Man. Scott Peterson brings reptiles from around the world to Renton Community Center. 10:30am. FREE. 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.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Story Hour. Izilla Toys, Seattle. See Feb. 7.

Seattle Presents. City Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 7.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 20.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Family Movie Night. Set in the Canadian Rockies, Beavers follows the lives of a family of beavers. All ages. 3-5pm. Lewis Creek Park, 5702 Lakemont Blvd., Bellevue. 425-452-4195. www.bellevuewa.gov.

North Sound

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

South Sound

Third Thursday Artwalk. Visit Tacoma’s downtown galleries. All ages. 5-8pm. FREE, including the Tacoma Art Museum (free 10am-8pm), the Washington State History Museum and the Museum of Glass. 253-272-4327. www.artwalktacoma.com.

Harlem Globetrotters. World-famous basketball team entertains with amazing ball-handling skills and comedy routines. Autograph session follows game. All ages. 7pm. $14-$110. Tacoma Dome, 2727 E “D” St., Tacoma. 253-593-7617. www.tacomadome.org.

Friday, February 22

Seattle Area

Parent’s Night Out. Shoreline/South County Family YMCA offers dinner, games, an art project and a movie to ages 4-12. 6:15-10pm. $10. 1220 NE 175th, Shoreline. 206-364-1700. www.shorelineymca.org.

The Hundred Dresses. Wanda Petronski doesn’t fit easily into 1930s small-town America; she’s teased so much by other girls that her family moves away. Only then does Maddie realize that passively allowing Wanda to be bullied makes her guilty too. Ages 8 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays through April 6 (Family Date Night Dinner March 7, ASL performance 2pm March 15). $21-$33. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Parent’s Night Out. University Family YMCA, Seattle. See Feb. 8.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 20.

Family Fridays. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Feb. 8.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Movie Night at the Pool. Bring a float and watch a family movie at Mercer Island Mary Wayte Pool. 7:30-9:30pm. $3.75, $3.24 seniors, $2.25 disabled. 8815 SE 40th St., Mercer Island. 206-296-4370. www.nwcenter.org.

Free Museum Visit. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

Parent’s 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. Autograph session follows game. All ages. 7pm today, 2pm Sun. $17-$118. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt, Everett. 866-332-8499. www.everetteventscenter.com.

The Wizard of Oz. Northwest Savoyards’ production features the MGM score of L. Frank Baum’s classic story. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2:30pm Saturdays-Sundays through March 9. $17-$20. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California St., Everett. 866-811-4111. www.northwestsavoyards.org.

Into the Woods. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 15.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

South Sound

Daddy/Daughter Date Night. Dinner, dessert and dancing. Girls ages 4-10. 6:30-9pm today or Sat. $57 per couple, $13 additional sibling, pre-register by Feb.15. Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.

Ship’s Caulking. The City of Gig Harbor hosts a demonstration of traditional ship’s caulking on a classic wooden fishing boat. 5-6pm. FREE. Gig Harbor Civic Center, 3510 Grandview St., Gig Harbor. www.cityofgigharbor.net.

Saturday, February 23

Seattle Area

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

Swedish Day for Kids. Dress as your favorite Pippi Longstocking character for Breakfast at Pippi’s (all ages, 10-11:30am, $5, $3 ages 12 and younger, includes museum admission), then watch an original Pippi Longstocking film. The film shows again from noon-1:30pm (suggested donation $5, $3 children). The Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.org.

Rome the World. Family Day at Seattle Art Museum with games, gallery tours, storytelling, hands-on art making and more. 10am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $12 seniors, $9 ages 13-17, free ages 12 and younger, special exhibits extra. Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Barnes and Noble. 10-11:30am. FREE. 2675 NE University Village St., Seattle. 206-517-4107. www.readingwithrover.org.

Sankofa Children’s Concert. Interactive children’s concert features Sankofa, an a cappella African-American women’s choir from Seattle. All ages. 11:15am and 1:15pm. $15, free ages 18 and younger. Soundbridge, Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-336-6600. www.seattlesymphony.org.

Hands-On Day. Explore the Shoreline Historical Museum’s exhibit Toyland: A Trip Down Department Store Lane, then take part in hands-on activities. Ages 4-12. 11am-3pm. FREE. 749 N 175th, Shoreline. 206-542-7111. www.shorelinehistoricalmuseum.org.

David Boxley and the Git-hoan Native Dance Group. Dance, song and storytelling give a peek into the history and culture of the Tsimshian Native people of Alaska. 7:30pm. $15-$18. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-417-4645. www.shorelinearts.net.

Tosca. Seattle Opera’s production of the classic tragic opera. Ages 10 and older, opera synopsis online. In Italian with English captions. 2 hours and 40 minutes with two intermissions. “First Timer’s Guide” online, under “Discover Opera.” Various dates and times through March 9. $25-$169. 2pm Family Day Matinee March 9 offers $15 student tickets, subject to availability. McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-389-7676. www.seattleopera.org.

Baby Loves Disco. Afternoon dance party features music played by DJs, bubble machines, baskets of instruments, snacks and more. Bar open for parents. 1-4pm. $12. Heaven Seattle, 172 S Washington St., Seattle. www.babylovesdisco.com.

Octopus Week. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Feb. 16.

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 20.

The Hundred Dresses. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 22.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Burke 101. Burke Museum, Seattle. See Feb. 7.

Eastside

Health & Safety Fair. Health screenings, children’s fingerprinting and more. 10am-2:30pm. FREE. Pickering Barn, 1730 10th Ave. NW, Issaquah. 425-837-3300. www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.

Hanako and the Cherry Tree. Thistle Theatre’s version of the humorous, bizarre and exciting Japanese tale is told using Bunraku puppets. Ages 3-12. 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through March 2. $9, $7 children and seniors. Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.

Come Craft! Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 2.

North Sound

Gem Show. 55th annual show from Everett Rock & Gem Club includes demonstrations, door prizes, displays, kids’ education and activities and more. 10am-6pm today, 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. Washington National Guard Armory, 2730 Oakes, Everett. 425-232-0809. www.everettrockclub.com.

Port Susan Snow Goose & Birding Festival. Observe the annual migratory stop of tens of thousands of snow geese and other birds. Guided and self-guided tours, vendors, speakers, kids’ activities, fine art and more. See hours online, through Sun. FREE. Various locations, Stanwood. 360-629-0562. www.snowgoosefest.org.

Peter and the Wolf and Carnival of the Animals. Kids dance for kids in two delightful children's ballets from Olympic Ballet. 2pm. $25, $20 seniors and students, $15 ages 10 and younger. Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. 425-774-7570. www.olympicballet.com.

Reading With Rover. Edmonds Library, Edmonds. See Feb. 9.

The Wizard of Oz. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 22.

Into the Woods. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 15.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

South Sound

Daddy/Daughter Date Night. Auburn Senior Activity Center, Auburn. See Feb. 22.

Sunday, February 24

Seattle Area

Northwest Flower & Garden Show. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle. See Feb. 20.

Story Hour. Izilla Toys, Seattle. See Feb. 2.

Tosca. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 23.

The Hundred Dresses. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 22.

Hamlet. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 1.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Concert in the Backyard. See Seattle Chamber Music Society in concert at KidsQuest Children’s Museum. 10:30am. Call for cost. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Hanako and the Cherry Tree. Bellevue Youth Theater, Bellevue. See Feb. 23.

North Sound

Port Susan Snow Goose & Birding Festival. Stanwood. See Feb. 23.

Gem Show. Washington National Guard Armory, Everett. See Feb. 23.

Harlem Globetrotters. Everett Events Center, Everett. See Feb. 22.

The Wizard of Oz. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 22.

Into the Woods. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See Feb. 15.

The Diary of Anne Frank. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Feb. 8.

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. $22-$35, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 1-5. 206-522-BIKE (2453). www.cascade.org.

Monday, February 25

North Sound

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

Tuesday, February 26

Seattle Area

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Wednesday, February 27

Seattle Area

Tosca. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 23.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Polar Bear Day. Learn about polar bears through crafts and stories. 10am-5pm. Included with admission. $7, free younger than 1. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Play & Learn. Crossroads Bellevue, Bellevue. See Feb. 6.

North Sound

Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood. See Feb. 4.

Thursday, February 28

Seattle Area

Story Hour. Izilla Toys, Seattle. See Feb. 7.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Drop-In Art. Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 14.

Friday, February 29

Seattle Area

Leapathon. Celebrate Leap Day at Izilla Toys with a jump rope contest, refreshments, prizes and more. All ages. 4-6pm. FREE. 1429 12th Ave., Suite D, Seattle. 206-322-8697. www.izillatoys.com.

Tosca. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Feb. 23.

The Hundred Dresses. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 22.

Mame. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Feb. 9.

Eastside

Free Museum Visit. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See Feb. 1.

North Sound

The Wizard of Oz. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See Feb. 22.

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