March 2006
Editor’s Note: Event information is subject to cancellation or change. Please phone ahead to confirm event dates, times and costs.
Wednesday, March 1
Snohomish County
Winter Performing Arts. The Savoy Swing Club Performance
Troupe and Casey MacGill and the Blue 4 Trio in a performance suitable
for the entire family. 7:30-8:30pm. $12, $10 students and seniors. Wade
James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0228 or 425-771-0230. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Thursday, March 2
Seattle Area
Natural Weaving. The Burke Museum is FREE First Thursdays.
Weave on a loom, create your own designs and work with natural fibers
from around the world. 1-2:30pm and 3-4:30pm. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave.
NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org.
Drums, Drums, Drums! Master dancer Etienne Cakpo from Benin, Africa, teaches basic African movements. 3pm. FREE. Skyway Library, 7614 S 126th, Seattle. 206-772-5541. www.kcls.org.
Free Museum Visit. Museum of History and Industry is FREE first Thursdays. 10am-8pm. 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org.
Dr. Seuss Family Night. Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday with entertainment, hands-on activities, food and games. Kindergarten to grade 5. 6-7:30pm. FREE. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-901-7736. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Eastside
Koto Tales. Elizabeth Falconer tells Japanese tales with
colorful puppets and music. 11am. FREE. North Bend Library, 115 E Fourth,
North Bend. 425-888-0554. www.kcls.org.
Animal Introductions. Meet animals from PetCo, and learn all about them. 10:30-11am. Included with admission. $6, free younger than 1 (children must be with adult). KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Factoria Mall, 4089 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Friday, March 3
Seattle Area
Blustery Beach Adventure. Explore the beach at Discovery
Park to see what marine mammals and shorebirds are up to this time of
year. Dress for the weather. Ages 4 to 5 with adult. 10am-noon. $5 per
person, pre-register. 3801 Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.seattle.gov/parks.
Peter and the Wolf. World premiere production adapted by local playwright Allison Gregory (Go Dog, Go) from the classic story by Sergei Prokofiev. Peter figures out how to protect his animal friends from a hungry wolf. Recommended for ages 4 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through March 18. $15 to $30. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
The Ghostly Goddess and the Sinner Saint. Enjoy the humor, color and puppetry of West Java, accompanied by live music by Gamelan Pacifica. Limited engagement recommended for ages 10 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 8pm today, 2 and 8pm Sat., 2pm Sun. $22, $18 ages 10 to 16 and seniors. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. A farmer sells his soul to the devil, then persuades great orator and attorney Daniel Webster to argue his case in front of a jury of notorious villains. Recommended for ages 11 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through April 1 (ASL performance 2pm March 18). $15 to $30. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
Eastside
Family Night at the YMCA. Dinner, boulder wall, swimming,
kids’ gym, kick ball family board games, projects and more. All
ages. Dinner 5:30-6:30pm, activities 6:30-8:30pm. FREE, space limited,
pre-register. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9900.
www.seattleymca.org.
My Fair Lady. The popular Lerner and Loewe musical. 8:15pm Fridays and Saturdays through March 11, 2:15pm March 5. $20 to $26. SecondStory Repertory, Upstairs at Redmond Town Center, 16587 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-881-6777. www.secondstoryrep.org.
Snohomish County
Free Museum Visit. Imagine Children's Museum is FREE
first Friday afternoons. 3-5:30pm. 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006.
www.imaginecm.org.
Parents' Night Out. Ages 5 to 12 enjoy pizza, swimming, games and movies in a safe environment. 6:30-10pm. $17, pre-register. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Friday Nights Out. Leave your child (ages 1 to 7) in a safe and fun environment while you go out for the evening. Activities, crafts and snack. 6-9pm Fridays through March 31. $18 per session. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0230. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Saturday, March 4
Seattle Area
Camp & Summer Learning Fair. Get information from
more than 50 exhibitors featuring traditional camps as well as classes
in music drama, science, cooking, sports, academics and more. Family entertainment,
hands-on crafts, and MY ID CLUB safety ID cards. Sponsored by Seattle’s
Child. 11am-4pm. FREE. Seattle Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle.
206-441-0191.
Free Museum Visit. Seattle Asian Art Museum is FREE first Saturdays. Drop-in family workshop 11am-1:45pm; activities celebrating Girls' Day. Free family film 1:30pm, Whale Rider (rated PG-13). 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Dinosaur Day. View rarely seen fossils from the Burke Museum’s collection (including the Burke's new prehistoric giant duck), join a dinosaur parade and ask questions of experts. Hands-on activities for all ages. 10am-4:30pm. Included with admission. $8, $6.50 seniors, $5 students, free ages 4 and younger. Free parking on University of Washington campus after noon. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org.
Splish Splash Over the Ocean. Identical Harmony sings favorite numbers from their award-winning video as part of Auburn’s BRAVO! kids’ series. All ages. 2pm. $5. Auburn Riverside Theatre, 501 Oravetz Rd., Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.ci.auburn.wa.us.
Visit from the Chief. Seattle Police Chief Gil Kerlikowske visits The Children's Museum, Seattle today as part of the Mister Rogers' Neighborhood exhibit. 11am. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents and seniors, free younger than 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.
Dollhouse Miniature Show. Dollhouses take center stage, featuring intricate displays and inexpensive treasures available for purchase. 10am-5pm today, 11am-4pm Sun. $6 adults, $5.50 seniors, $3 ages 5 to 12, free under age 5. Seattle Center, Northwest Rooms, First and Republican, Seattle. www.seattledollhouseshow.com.
Cockpit Challenge! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Tour the museum’s collection of aircraft, then make your own mixed media aviation-based art. 11:15am and 1:15pm Saturdays and Sundays through March 19. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5 to 17, free younger than age 5. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.
Discover Music! Seattle Symphony’s series for ages 5 to 12 continues with Carnival of the Animals! 10am pre-concert activities, 11am performance today or March 11. $20, $15 children and seniors. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Eastside
East Kingco Rock and Gem Show. Rock hounds of all ages
are welcome at the annual show, which includes displays, demonstrations,
inexpensive treasures available for purchase, hands-on craft activities
and games. 10am-6pm today, 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. Pickering Barn, 1730 10th
Ave. NW, Issaquah. 206-612-3113. www.geocities.com/eastkingco.
Kid Crafts. Today, Pot O' Gold. March 11, St. Patrick's Day hat. March 18, spring bouquet. March 25, merry mouse pad. Ages 3 and older. 11am-3pm. FREE. Lakeshore Learning Materials, 11027 NE Fourth St., Bellevue. 425-462-8076. www.lakeshorelearning.com.
My Fair Lady. SecondStory Repertory, Redmond. See March 3.
Sunday, March 5
Seattle Area
Sleeping Beauty. StoryBook Theater’s original
musical comedy is a version that will appeal to both boys and girls. Suitable
for ages 3 to 9 and families. 1 and 3pm. $8. Museum of History and Industry,
2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. Toll free 1-877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.
Dollhouse Miniature Show. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 4.
Cockpit Challenge! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See March 4.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
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.elwas.org.
Russian Delights. Concert by The Sammamish Symphony Orchestra. 2pm. $12, $7 students and seniors, free ages 10 and younger. Eastlake Performing Arts Center, 400 228th Ave. NE, Sammamish. www.sammamishsymphony.org.
East Kingco Rock and Gem Show. Pickering Barn, Issaquah. See March 4.
My Fair Lady. SecondStory Repertory, Redmond. See March 3.
Snohomish County
Paws to Read. Read aloud to a friendly, trained service
dog. Grades 2 to 5. 3-5pm today and March 19. FREE. Main Library, 2702
Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030.
Model Railroad Show. Annual show sponsored by the Swamp Creek and Western Model Railroad Association. Kid-friendly, with LEGO® display and activities, BRIO® train fun, and a Lionel train set to run. 11 am-4 pm. $5, free younger than 12. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. The club’s permanent train layout is on view today at the Edmonds Amtrak Station, 211 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. 425-483-3322.
Monday, March 6
Seattle Area
Cantando Y Jugando. Spanish/English program from Marco
Cortes features music, songs and games from Latin America. 7pm. FREE.
Maple Valley Library, 21844 SE 248th St., Maple Valley. 425-432-4620.
www.kcls.org.
Eastside
Drums, Drums, Drums! Master dancer Etienne Cakpo from
Benin, Africa, teaches basic African movements. 7pm. FREE. Fall City Fire
Station, 4301 334th Pl. SE, Fall City. 425-222-5951. www.kcls.org.
Imagination Theatre. Watch a radio drama come to life with live actors and sound effects artists, when Jim French’s Imagination Theatre records two new productions of original radio plays for national broadcast. Recommended for the entire family. 7:30pm. $8.50. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
Snohomish County
Paws to Read. Read aloud to a friendly, trained service dog. Grades 2
to 5. 3-5pm Mondays through May 22. FREE. Evergreen Branch Library, 9512
Evergreen Way, Everett. 425-257-8030.
Walking/Jogging Outing. Bring the whole family to walk or jog on Lynnwood’s lighted 400-meter outdoor track. 5:30-7:30pm today and Wed. FREE. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, 3003 184th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.
Tuesday, March 7
Eastside
Big Tool Tuesday. Tinker with tools provided by Home
Depot. Ages 4 and older, pre-register. 3:30-4:30pm. Included with admission.
$6, free younger than 1 (children must be with adult). KidsQuest Children’s
Museum, Factoria Mall, 4089 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100.
www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 6:30-8pm today and March 21. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16549 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-869-1907. www.readingwithrover.org.
Snohomish County
African Dance Workshop. Master dancer Etienne Cakpo from
Benin, Africa, teaches basic African movements. 7pm. FREE, space limited,
tickets distributed 6:30pm. Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th Ave.
NE, Bothell. 425-486-7811. www.kcls.org.
Wednesday, March 8
Snohomish County
Walking/Jogging Outing. Lynnwood Athletic Complex, Lynnwood.
See March 6.
Thursday, March 9
Eastside
Bird watching. Join East Lake Washington Audubon Society
for a field trip to Camano Island. Meet before 7am, finished by mid-afternoon.
Bring lunch. $5. Meet at south end of Kingsgate Park-N-Ride, 13001 116th
Way NE, Kirkland. 425-881-5422. www.elwas.org.
Snohomish County
Russian Language Storytime. Stories, songs and activities
in Russian. All ages. 10:30am. FREE. Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th
Ave. NE, Bothell. 425-486-7811. www.kcls.org.
Friday, March 10
Seattle Area
Family Night Social. Luau is tonight's theme at Shoreline/South
County Family YMCA. 6:30-8pm. $2, pre-register by March 8. 1220 NE 175th
St., Shoreline. 206-418-1700. www.seattleymca.org.
Sarakasi. High-energy authentic African circus featuring native acrobats, dancers and musicians. All ages. 7:30pm. $24, $20 students and seniors, $75 family (two adults, two children). Kentwood High School Performing Arts Center, 25800 164th Ave. SE, Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us/artsentertainment.
Family Night at the YMCA. Fun in the gym, open swim and PCC Kid Picks. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. $2 or two cans nonperishable food. West Seattle Family YMCA, 4515 36th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-935-6000. www.seattleymca.org.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Spyglass Theatre's production magnifies the miniature world of insects. Developed with entomologist Erin Sullivan of Woodland Park Zoo. Recommended for ages 3 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 7:30pm Fridays, 1 and 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through March 26 (ASL performance 1pm March 11). $9.50, $8 seniors, $7.50 ages 16 and younger. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.
Three Musketeers. The Acting Company presents Alexander Dumas' romantic swashbuckling adventure. All ages. 8pm. $22, $20 seniors and students, $10 ages 12 and younger, $24 at the door. IKEA Performing Arts Center, 400 S Second St., Renton. 206-325-6500. www.ticketwindowonline.com.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Eastside
Bird watching. Join East Lake Washington Audubon Society
in Kenmore to view a great blue heron colony through spotting scopes.
11am, slide presentation at Kenmore Library (18138 73rd NE, Kenmore) about
noon. FREE. Kenmore Park-N-Ride, 7346 NE Bothell Way, Kenmore. 425-746-6351.
www.elwas.org.
The Hobbit. The story that pre-dated Lord of the Rings. Performed by students from Youth Theatre Northwest. 7pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays and Sundays through March 26. $11. 8805 SE 40th, Mercer Island. 206-232-4145. www.youththeatre.org.
My Fair Lady. SecondStory Repertory, Redmond. See March 3.
Snohomish County
Family Night. Crafts, games, swimming, Adventure Zone
and entertainment. Single Parent Family Potluck Dinner starts 6pm. FREE.
Northshore YMCA, 11811 NE 195th St., Bothell. 425-485-9797. www.seattleymca.org
Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See March 3.
Saturday, March 11
Seattle Area
Great Railroad Visionaries. Documentary film produced
by the History Channel explores the rise of the American railroad. Shown
in conjunction with exhibit Cascade Crossings: Transcontinental Railroads
Enter King County. Four showings: noon, 1, 2 and 3pm. Included with admission.
$2 adults, $1 children and seniors. White River Valley Museum, Les Gove
Park, 918 H St. SE, Auburn. 253-288-7433. www.wrvmuseum.org.
Vegfest. Everything vegetarian … food samples, cooking demonstrations, speakers and a kids’ area with kid-friendly samples. 10am-6pm through Sun. $5, free ages 12 and younger. Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-706-2635. www.vegofwa.org.
Walk in a Park After Dark. Naturalist-led nocturnal walk through Seward Park, ends with a campfire and marshmallow roast. No strollers please. 7:30-9pm, pre-register. $5, $3 ages 3 to 12. Seward Environmental Learning Center, 5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle (car pool to trailhead). 206-684-7434. www.sewardpark.org.
Kids' Night Out. Kids enjoy a night at Auburn Valley YMCA. Ages 5 to 12. 5-10pm. $25 per child with $15 member fee. 1620 Perimeter Rd. SW, Auburn. 253-833-2770. www.seattleymca.org.
All-Breed Dog Show. Seattle Kennel Club show includes all breed conformation shows, Dancing with Your Dog demonstration, dog agility trials, herding demonstrations (today only), Meet the Breed presentations, education booths and more. Spectator handbook available online. See hours online; through Sun. $10 adults, $5 ages 4 to 14 and seniors, free ages 3 and younger. Qwest Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S, Seattle. 206-919-7333. www.seattlekennelclub.org.
Sleeping Beauty. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is a version that will appeal to both boys and girls. Suitable for ages 3 to 9 and families. Noon and 2pm. $8. Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way. 253-835-2020. www.cityoffederalway.com.
Robin Hood. Missoula Theatre’s production features approximately 50 local students grades K through 12. 3 and 7pm. $5. Glenridge Elementary School, 19405 120th Ave. SE, Renton. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us/arts.
Afraid of the Dark. Musical tribute to classic movie thrillers by adult and youth musicians of Pontiac Bay Symphony Orchestra. All ages. 7:30 pm. $15, $12 seniors and students. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-364-0907. www.pontiacbay.org.
Cockpit Challenge! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See March 4.
Discover Music! Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See March 4.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Eastside
Cantando Y Jugando. Spanish/English program from Marco
Cortes features music, songs and games from Latin America. 1pm. FREE.
Library Connection @ Crossroads, Crossroads Shopping Center, 15600 NE
Eighth St., Bellevue. 425-644-6203. www.kcls.org.
Wonderglobe. Storytelling and visual comedy from master toy maker and acclaimed children's entertainer Rick Hartman. 1pm. FREE. Woodinville Library, 17105 Avondale Road NE, Woodinville. 425-788-0733. www.kcls.org.
Sarakasi. High-energy authentic African circus featuring native acrobats, dancers and musicians. Ages 3 to 9 and families. 8pm today, 3 and 7pm Sun. $29, $26 seniors, $15 youth. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
My Fair Lady. SecondStory Repertory, Redmond. See March 3.
Snohomish County
Spring Celebration. Celebrate the return of buds, birds
and bugs with stories, crafts and treats. Ages 5 to 11. 2pm. FREE. Mountlake
Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-8722. www.sno-isle.org.
Early Learning Expo. Community organizations and professionals present information and activities relating to babies, plus interactive baby product demonstrations. 11am-3pm. FREE. Babies “R” Us, 19500 Alderwood Mall Parkway, Lynnwood. 425-672-3220. www.babiesrus.com.
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.
Further Afield
Museum of Glass Family Day. Create art with local artist
Jennifer Adams, watch dance presentations by Tacoma School of the Arts
students. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $10, $8 seniors, military and
students, $4 ages 6 to 12, free ages 6 and younger. Museum of Glass, 1801
Dock St., Tacoma. 1-866-4MUSEUM (468-7386). www.museumofglass.org.
Sunday, March 12
Seattle Area
Spanish Sponge Event. Spanish storytelling, songs and
interactive fun with author Anna Witte (The Parrot Tico Tango). Newborn
to age 5 with caregivers. 10-11am. FREE. Sponge, 3107 S Day St., Seattle.
206-227-7138. www.spongeschool.com.
Storytime with Charles. Charles shares his favorite books with kids and parents. 2pm. FREE. Queen Anne Books, 1811 Queen Anne Ave. N, Seattle. 206-283-5624. www.queenannebooks.com.
Vegfest. Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, Seattle. See March 11.
All-Breed Dog Show. Qwest Field Event Center, Seattle. See March 11.
Cockpit Challenge! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See March 4.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Eastside
Purim Carnival. Family-friendly, community-wide celebration
includes carnival booths, costume contest, food, entertainment, obstacle
course and more. Noon-3pm. FREE. Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801
E Mercer Way, Mercer Island. 206-232-7115 ext. 243. www.sjcc.org.
Sarakasi. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See March 11.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Snohomish County
Irish Dancing. Entertainment by Heather Clan Dance Troupe.
1-3pm. Included with admission. $6, free ages 1 and younger. Imagine Children's
Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.
Monday, March 13
Snohomish County
Paws to Read. Evergreen Branch Library, Everett. See
March 6.
Tuesday, March 14
Seattle Area
Stories and Such. Preschool story and craft with storyteller
Debbie Deutsch. Seashore Stories 11am and 1pm today and March 28. Included
with admission. $10, $8.50 seniors, $7 ages 3 to 12, IMAX and laser shows
extra. Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N, Seattle. 206-443-2001.
www.pacsci.org.
Northwest Passages. Living Voices presents the story of an immigrant family in the dynamically changing Northwest at the turn of the century. 7pm. FREE, limited parking - street parking available. Federal Way Regional Library, 34200 First Way S, Federal Way. 253-838-3668. www.kcls.org.
Wednesday, March 15
Seattle Area
Cantando Y Jugando. Spanish/English program from Marco
Cortes features music, songs and games from Latin America. 7pm. FREE,
limited parking - street parking available. Kenmore Library, 18138 73rd
Ave. NE, Kenmore. 425-486-8747. www.kcls.org.
Eastside
Girl of My Dreams. 1940s musical inspired by WWII USO troupes. Developed
through Village Theatre's Village Originals program. Family guide available
online. Family room available for families with youngsters. 8pm Wednesdays
through Saturdays and selected Tuesdays, 2pm Sundays and selected Saturdays,
7pm selected Sundays through April 23. $24 to $48. Village Theatre, 303
Front St. N, Issaquah. 425-392-2202. www.villagetheatre.org.
Thursday, March 16
Seattle Area
Sosu's Call. Book-It All Over presents the story
of a boy who struggles to fit in, but finds it hard when many in his village
consider him bad luck. 7pm. FREE. Richmond Beach Library, 19601 21st Ave
NW, Shoreline. 206-546-3522. www.kcls.org.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Classic story by Edmond Rostand about a man with many gifts and an unfortunately long nose, recommended for ages 9 and older. 7:30pm Thursdays through Saturdays, 2pm Sundays as well as March 25 and April 1, through April 9. $15 to $30. Seattle Center House Theatre, 301 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-733-8222. www.seattleshakespeare.org.
Eastside
Movie Night. East Lake Washington Audubon Association
presents Pale Male (2003, unrated). Narrated by Joanne Woodward, the film
follows the adventures of a red-tailed hawk that manages to thrive in
the urban world of New York City. 7pm. $5 voluntary donation. Northlake
Universalist Unitarian Church, 308 Fourth Ave. S, Kirkland. 425-576-8805.
www.elwas.org.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Chinese Language Storytime. Stories, songs and activities
in Mandarin. All ages. 11am. FREE. Bothell Regional Library, 18215 98th
Ave. NE, Bothell. 425-486-7811. www.kcls.org.
Farther Afield
Weaving Demonstration. Learn about spinning, twine and
twill techniques, and the use of native plants as dyes from Karen Reed
of the Puyallup Tribe of Indians. 6-8pm. Museum FREE to all 5-8pm Thursdays.
Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 1-888-BE-THERE
(238-4373). www.wshs.org.
Friday, March 17 ~ St. Patrick's Day
Seattle Area
Lucky Leprechaun Hunt. Hunt for gold coins and win prizes.
Ages 6 to 10. 4:30pm. FREE. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave.
NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.
Dive in Movie. Enjoy swimming with the lights out while watching the film Sinbad (PG). 6:30-8pm. $3.75, $2.75 youth (movie free without swimming), $1 popcorn. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave., Seattle. 206-684-4766. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Bingo Bonanza. Family bingo night. 7:15-8:30pm. Donations accepted. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.
Parents' Night Out. Fun for ages 5 to 12 at Tukwila Community Center. Pizza, swimming, movies and other activities. 6-10 pm. $10. 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-901-7736. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
International Bead Show. Manufactured and artisan-created beads of all sorts. No strollers. Noon-6pm today, 10am-6pm Sat., 11am-5pm Sun. $6. Exhibition Hall, Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.intergem.net.
Revelations. Athletic dance from the renowned Alvin Ailey® American Dance Theater. 8pm today, 2pm Sat. $19 to $45. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Family Night at the YMCA. Potluck dinner and family board
games. Families with children grades K through 5. 6:30pm. FREE, pre-register
by March 10. Lake Heights Family YMCA, 5225 119th Ave. SE, Bellevue. 425-644-8417.
www.seattleymca.org.
Jack and the Beanstalk. The classic fairy tale with some creative SPROUTS twists. An original hour-long musical featuring adult, professional actors from the Mainstage Series at SecondStory Repertory. Recommended for ages 4 and older. 7pm Fridays, 1 and 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through March 26. 1pm March 19 is Small Sibling Sunday, admitting children younger than 3. $8.50, reservations recommended. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Upstairs at Redmond Town Center, 16587 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-881-6777. www.secondstoryrep.org.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Kids' Night Out. The theme this evening is Pot of Gold.
Ages 4 to 12. 6-9pm. $9 to $20, pre-register. Imagine Children's Museum,
1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.
Fantastic Fridays. Dark Divas is a tribute to some of the best-known female African American vocalists. Part of the City of Lynnwood’s Fantastic Fridays Family Performance series. 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.
Honk! Fun retelling of The Ugly Duckling is performed by Northwest Savoyards. 7pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30pm Sundays through April 2. $20, $17 students, seniors and military, $10 ages 7 and younger. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California Ave., Everett. 425-303-8902. www.northwestsavoyards.org.
Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See March 3.
Saturday, March 18
Seattle Area
Irish Week Festival. Irish food, music, singing and dancing,
Irish films, workshops, cultural displays, children’s contests and
activities, Irish and Celtic handicrafts and more. All ages. Noon-6 pm
through Sun. FREE. Seattle Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-223-3608.
www.irishclub.org.
Individuals are welcome to join the St. Patrick’s Day Parade (12:30pm
today). The parade travels north from Jefferson on Fourth Ave., passes
the reviewing stand at Westlake, and follows the Monorail to Seattle Center
House for closing ceremonies (1:30pm).
BirdWatch. Members of BirdWatch, Seattle Audubon's student naturalist program, capture birds, collect information and band the birds before releasing them. The public is invited to observe. 8am-noon (time approximate), canceled in stormy conditions. FREE. Greg Davis Park, 26th Ave. SW and SW Brandon St., Seattle. 206-523-4483. www.seattleaudubon.org.
Rock and Mineral Show. Show by North Seattle Lapidary and Mineral Club includes displays, demonstrations, junior activities and more. 10am-5pm through Sun. FREE. Lake City Community Center, 12531 28th Ave. NE, Seattle. www.northseattlerockclub.org.
Mother and Son Date. Dinner, movie and fun activities at Auburn Valley YMCA. 6pm. Call for cost. 1620 Perimeter Rd. SW, Auburn. 253-833-2770. www.seattleymca.org.
Family Saturday. Explore Khmer (Cambodian) New Year with arts and crafts, storytelling, New Year games and shadow puppet show. 10am-noon. $3 supply fee, space limited, pre-register. Event included with admission. $4, $3 students and seniors, $2 ages 5 to 12, free under age 5. Wing Luke Asian Museum, 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124. www.wingluke.org.
The Tiger and the Dried Persimmon. Thistle Theatre’s production tells the tale of a silly young tiger from Korean folklore. Ages 3 to 12. 2 and 4pm. $8. Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way. 253-835-2020. www.cityoffederalway.com.
International Bead Show. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 17.
Cockpit Challenge! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See March 4.
Revelations. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See March 17.
Peter and the Wolf. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Redmond Toddler Group Carnival. Fun-filled games, crafts,
racetrack, cakewalk and prizes for ages 1 to 5 and families. Food available
for purchase. No strollers or hot beverages. 9am-2pm. $5 per family, 50¢
game tickets (cash only). Evergreen Junior High School, 6900 208th Ave.
NE, Redmond. www.redmondtoddler.org.
Parents' Night Out. Ages 7 to 10 enjoy movies, munchies and games in a safe environment. 7-11pm. $31. Community Center Gym, 8236 SE 24th St., Mercer Island. 206-236-3545. www.miparks.net.
Jack and the Beanstalk. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See March 17.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Honk! PUD Auditorium, Everett. See March 17.
Sunday, March 19
Seattle Area
Big Climb. Twentieth annual fundraiser for leukemia.
Sixty-nine stair flight course offers participants choice of a timed race
or an untimed climb. Ages 8 and older. $35 ($20 suggested minimum pledge),
free parking for participants. Columbia Center, 701 Fifth Ave., Seattle.
206-628-0777. www.tlls.org/all_page.adp?item_id=91560.
Author Appearance. Justina Chen Headley reads from her new book, The Patch (recommended reading for kindergarten to grade 2). Twenty percent of afternoon's purchases benefit Coe Elementary School. 3-6pm. FREE. Queen Anne Books, 1811 Queen Anne Ave. N, Seattle. 206-283-5624. www.queenannebooks.com.
Family Film. Enjoy Becoming Rachel and 3 short films as part of the annual Seattle Jewish Film Festival. 1-2pm. $10, $7 seniors, students and youths. Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 1-800-838-3006. www.ajcseattle.org.
Sweet Home, Seattle. Northwest Girlchoir presents their annual family concert. All ages. 2pm. $12, free ages 5 and younger. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-985-3973. www.northwestgirlchoir.org.
Irish Week Festival. Seattle Center House, Seattle. See March 18.
Rock and Mineral Show. Lake City Community Center, Seattle. See March 18.
International Bead Show. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 17.
Cockpit Challenge! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See March 4.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Koto Tales. Elizabeth Falconer tells Japanese tales with
colorful puppets and music. 2pm. FREE. Kirkland Library, 308 Kirkland
Ave., Kirkland. 425-822-2459. www.kcls.org.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Jack and the Beanstalk. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See March 17.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
National Single Parent Day Celebration. Celebration and
resource sharing for single parent families. Gardening-themed event includes
kids' carnival activities and arts and crafts. 1:30-4pm. FREE. Northshore
YMCA, 11811 NE 195th St., Bothell. 425-485-9797. www.seattleymca.org.
Paws to Read. Main Library, Everett. See March 5.
Honk! PUD Auditorium, Everett. See March 17.
Monday, March 20
Seattle Area
Wonderglobe. Storytelling and visual comedy from master
toymaker and acclaimed children's entertainer Rick Hartman. 7pm. FREE.
Auburn Library, 1102 Auburn Way S, Auburn. 253-931-3018. www.kcls.org.
Eastside
Wonderglobe. Storytelling and visual comedy from master
toymaker and acclaimed children's entertainer Rick Hartman. 4pm. FREE.
Black Diamond Library, 24301 Roberts Dr., Black Diamond. 360-886-1105.
www.kcls.org.
Snohomish County
Labyrinth Walk. Celebrate the spring equinox with a walk
through the labyrinth at Wiggums Hollow Park. Dress for the weather. 4pm.
FREE. 2808 10th St., Everett (park by children’s play equipment
at 10th and Pine St.). 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org.
Paws to Read. Evergreen Branch Library, Everett. See March 6.
Tuesday, March 21
Seattle Area
Wonderful Town. Lighthearted musical comedy about two Ohio sisters who
dream of making it big in the 1930s in New York City. Online parental
guidance section helps determine age appropriateness. 7:30pm Tuesdays
and Wednesdays, 8pm Thursdays through Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, 1:30 and
7pm Sundays through April 9. $19 to $71. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth
Ave., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.5thavenuetheatre.org.
Eastside
Reading With Rover. Borders, Redmond. See March 7.
Wednesday, March 22
Seattle Area
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Eastside
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Thursday, March 23
Seattle Area
Whirligig. The annual indoor carnival for kids offers
giant inflatable rides, arts and crafts, face painters, clowns and entertainment.
Pint-sized inflatables for ages 3 and under. 11am-4pm Mondays through
Thursdays, 11am-6pm Fridays through Sundays, through April 16. FREE admission,
rides $6 all day or $1 per ride (does not apply to outdoor Fun Forest).
Rides FREE Thursdays. Seattle Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle.
206-684-7200. www.seattlecenter.com.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Family Fun Night. Family swim, arts and crafts, sports
activities and more. 7-9pm. $14 per family. Recreation Pavilion, 5303
228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Friday, March 24
Seattle Area
The King and I. Musical presented by the Heavier Than Air Family Theatre
Company. Recommended for ages 6 and up. 7pm Fridays through Sundays, 3pm
Saturdays and Sundays through April 2. $8. Green River Community College,
Performing Arts Bldg., 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. 253-833-9111 ext. 2400
or 206-464-6133 ext. 2400. www.ivygreen.ctc.edu/hta.
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Parents' Night Out. Send the kids in their pajamas for
pizza, crafts, games and movies in a safe environment. Ages 3 to 10, potty-trained.
6-9pm. $15, pre-register one week ahead. Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community
Center, Room 108, 16600 NE 80th St., Redmond. 425-556-2300. www.redmond.gov.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Jack and the Beanstalk. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See March 17.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds.
See March 3.
Honk! PUD Auditorium, Everett. See March 17.
Farther Afield
Cinderella. Musical adaptation of Disney's Cinderella, performed by students
from Village Theatre's KIDSTAGE. 7 pm today and Sat., 2 pm Sun. $5. Stanwood
High School Performing Arts Center, 7400 272nd St. NW, Stanwood. 425-257-8600.
www.villagetheatre.org.
Saturday, March 25
Seattle Area
Tomás Kubinek. Mind-boggling show includes goofy
acrobatics, offbeat comedy, a little music, crazy contortions and unforgettable
contraptions. All ages. 7:30pm. $16, $14 students and seniors, $50 family
(two adults, two children). Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts
Center, 10020 SE 256th St., Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us/artsentertainment.
Boardwalk 5K Run & Walk. Get your exercise while benefiting Seattle Public Schools' health and fitness programs. 1K walk, or 5K run or walk. 8:30am registration. $25, $30 day of race. Husky Stadium, University of Washington, 315 Hec Edmundson Pavilion, Seattle. 206-252-0476. www.schoolkidscomefirst.com.
Author Appearance. Author Ginger Guy and illustrator James Bernardin read from and sign their new book, Go Back to Bed! (recommended reading for ages 4 to 8). 3pm. FREE. Queen Anne Books, 1811 Queen Anne Ave. N, Seattle. 206-283-5624. www.queenannebooks.com.
Soaring Expo. Visit the Museum of Flight this weekend when members of Seattle Glider Council are on hand to explain their sport and show off both full-size and radio-controlled sailplanes. 10am-5pm. Included with admission. Kites On the Fly! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn all about kites, then decorate your own kite to fly at home. 11:15am and 1:15pm today and Sun. Included with admission. See March 4 for museum details.
Burien Salmon Hatchery. View the salmon at Burien's Marine Technology Center and Salmon Hatchery, listen to Native American storytelling and create salmon artwork. Ages 6 and older. 10am-noon. FREE. SW 140th St., Burien. 206-988-3712. www.pugetsound.org.
Ride the Red Mare. Swedish tale told with bunraku-style and shadow puppets by Tears of Joy Theatre. Ages 4 and older. 2pm. $5. Shoreline Community College Campus Theatre, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N, Bldg. 1600, Shoreline. 206-417-4645. www.shorelinearts.net/child_theatreseries.html.
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
The King and I. Green River Community College, Auburn. See March 24.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Jack and the Beanstalk. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See
March 17.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Honk! PUD Auditorium, Everett. See March 17.
Farther Afield
Cinderella. Stanwood High School Performing Arts Center, Stanwood. See
March 24.
Sunday, March 26
Seattle Area
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
Soaring Expo and Kites on the Fly! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See March 25.
The Secret Life of Bugs. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See March 10.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The King and I. Green River Community College, Auburn. See March 24.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Eastside
Family Day. Family Day at Bellevue Arts Museum includes
mask and drum making, batik art, drawing activities, miniature sand mandalas,
storytelling, cultural music and dance performances and more. Noon-4pm.
FREE. Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770.
www.bellevuearts.org.
Kids’ Dash. Annual Mercer Island Rotary Run Day includes a non-competitive half-mile dash for ages 10 and younger. 8:30am. $10. 3003 77th Ave. SE, Mercer Island. www.ontherunevents.com/mihalf.
The Hobbit. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See March 10.
Jack and the Beanstalk. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See March 17.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Honk! PUD Auditorium, Everett. See March 17.
Farther Afield
Cinderella. Stanwood High School Performing Arts Center, Stanwood. See
March 24.
Monday, March 27
Seattle Area
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
Snohomish County
Paws to Read. Evergreen Branch Library, Everett. See
March 6.
Tuesday, March 28
Seattle Area
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Musical about biblical Egypt
by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice. 7:30pm today through Thu., 8pm Fri.,
2 and 8pm Sat., 1 and 6:30pm Sun. $62.50 to $67.50. The Paramount Theatre,
911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
Stories and Such. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See March 14.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Eastside
Cantando Y Jugando. Spanish/English program from Marco
Cortes features music, songs and games from Latin America. 10:30am. FREE.
Newport Way Library, 14250 SE Newport Way, Bellevue. 425-747-2390. www.kcls.org.
Wednesday, March 29
Seattle Area
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See March 28.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Eastside
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Thursday, March 30
Seattle Area
Cantando Y Jugando. Spanish/English program from Marco
Cortes features music, songs and games from Latin America. 7pm. FREE.
Woodmont Library, 26809 Pacific Hwy. S, Des Moines. 253-839-0121. www.kcls.org.
Twisted Flicks. Cheesy “B” movie shown with live, improvised dialogue, sound effects and music based on audience suggestions. All ages. 8pm through Sat. $10, $9 with non-perishable food donation. Historic University Theater, 5510 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-781-5761. www.twistedflicks.com.
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
The King and I. Green River Community College, Auburn. See March 24.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See March 28.
Eastside
Animal Introductions. Meet animals from PetCo, and learn
all about them. 10:30-11am. Included with admission. $6, free younger
than 1 (children must be with adult). KidsQuest Children’s Museum,
Factoria Mall, 4089 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Friday, March 31
Seattle Area
Honus and Me. A young boy comes face to face
with baseball legend Honus Wagner after he finds Wagner's 1909 baseball
card in an attic. Recommended for ages 8 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and
5:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through May 13 (ASL performance 2pm May 13).
$16 to $31. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle.
206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
A Comedy of Errors. Classic Shakespearean tale of mistaken identity. 7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays, 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through April 9. $15 to $20. Stone Soup Theatre, 4035 Stone Way N, Seattle. 206-675-TIXS (8497). www.stonesouptheatre.com.
Les Ballets Africains. The national ensemble of the Republic of Guinea features traditional dance, music, acrobatics and storytelling. 8pm today and Sat. $33, $20 ages 5 to 17. Meany Hall, University of Washington, 15th Ave. NE and NE 40th St., Seattle. Limited parking available for a fee underneath the theater (Central Parking Garage, 15th Ave. NE and 41st St., Seattle). 206-543-4880 or 1-800-859-5342. www.uwworldseries.org.
The Metamorphosis of Karaghiozis. Greek shadow theater performed by Leonidas Kassapides, accompanied by live music from Baltic band Pangéo. Limited engagement recommended for ages 10 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 8pm today, 2 and 8pm Sat., 2pm Sun. $22, $18 ages 10 to 16 and seniors. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.
Whirligig. Seattle Center, Seattle. See March 23.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See March 30.
The Devil and Daniel Webster. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See March 3.
The King and I. Green River Community College, Auburn. See March 24.
Wonderful Town. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See March 21.
Cyrano de Bergerac. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See March 16.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See March 28.
Eastside
Fiddler on the Roof.
Community musical produced by Kirkland Performance Center. 8pm today,
2 and 8pm Sat., 3 and 7:30pm Sun. $17, $15.50 seniors, $10 youth. Kirkland
Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
Jack and the Beanstalk. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See March 17.
Girl of My Dreams. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See March 15.
Snohomish County
Bullrider's Challenge. Bull riding, barrel racing, free
pony rides (6-8pm), face painting and more. Show benefits Equifriends
Therapeutic Riding Program of Snohomish County. Doors open 6pm, show 8pm
through Sat. $15, $10 seniors, free younger than 5. Evergreen State Fairgrounds,
14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. 360-474-1815. www.bullriderschallenge.com.
Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See March 3.
Honk! PUD Auditorium, Everett. See March 17.
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