May 2006
Editor’s Note: Event information is subject to cancellation or change. Please phone ahead to confirm event dates, times and costs.
Tue., May 2
Eastside
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 6:30-8pm today and May 16. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16549 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-869-1907. www.readingwithrover.org.
Big Tool Tuesday. Tinker with tools provided by Home Depot. Ages 4 and older. 3:30-4:30pm. Included with admission, pre-register. $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.
Wed., May 3
Eastside
Tots on Trails! Stroll Rattlesnake Lake trail with a naturalist. Ages 18-36 months with adult. 9:30-10:30am. $2 per tot/adult pair, free newborn to age 1. Space limited, pre-register. Cedar River Watershed Education Center, near North Bend, directions online. 206-233-1515. CRWprograms@seattle.gov.
Snohomish County
Girl of My Dreams. 1940s musical inspired by WWII USO troupes. Developed through Village Theatre's Village Originals program. Family guide available online. 8pm Wednesdays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays and Sundays, 7pm Sundays through May 14. $20-$44. Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.
Thu., May 4
Seattle Area
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.
Space Day 2006. Annual day of space-related activities for all ages at the Museum of Flight includes miniature golfing on the moon and more. 10am-9pm. Included with admission, FREE admission 5-9pm. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free younger than age 5. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org/spaceday.
Spider Myths. The Burke Museum is FREE First Thursdays. Take a close look at spiders in the Biodiversity Lab with a Burke Museum educator. 1-2:30pm and 3-4:30pm. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org.
Spineless Wonders of Puget Sound. Researcher Jim Murray shares his knowledge and slides of giant orange slugs, flying devils and coral forests. Ages 10 and older. 7pm. $8, $10 at the door, $2 student discount. REI, 222 Yale Ave. N, Seattle. 206-382-7007. www.pugetsound.org.
Eastside
Public pony rides. Ride the ponies at Kelsey Creek Farm. Ages 2 and older, weight limit 100 pounds. 10-11:30am today and May 18. $3 per ride. 13204 SE Eighth Pl., Bellevue. 425-452-7688. www.cityofbellevue.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Varekai features breathtaking sets, remarkable costumes and more than 50 international artists. 8pm Tuesdays-Thursdays, 4 and 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, 1 and 5pm Sundays through June 4. $35-$70 adults, $24.50-$49 ages 2-12, $31.50-$63 students and seniors (weekdays and Fri. matinees only). Under the Grand Chapiteau, Marymoor Park, 6046 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy. NE, Redmond. 1-800-678-5440. www.cirquedusoleil.com.
Snohomish County
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Fri., May 5
Seattle Area
Family Fun Night. Bingo, karaoke, adaptive cycling, bocce ball, arts and crafts, all-ages inflatables, dancing, free Mexican food and much more. 5pm. FREE. Senior Center and Les Gove Park, 808 Ninth St. SE, Auburn.
People in Your Neighborhood. Literary prodigy Adora Svitak, age 7, visits The Children's Museum, Seattle, today, complementing 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.
Black Swan Classic Jazz Band. Dixieland jazz band music suitable for all ages. 8pm. $22, $20 seniors and students, $24 at the door. IKEA Performing Arts Center, 400 S Second St., Renton. 206-325-6500. www.ticketwindowonline.com.
Opera Excerpts. Enjoy an opera sampler by artists from Portland, Tacoma and Vancouver Operas. 12:30-2pm. FREE. Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-386-4636 www.operaamerica.org.
Fireworks at Union Bay. Fireworks to music from the center of Lake Washington's Union Bay in honor of Opening Day of boating season. 9pm. FREE. www.windermere.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=about.events.
Frog Lake. Classic ballet Swan Lake is transformed into a contemporary ballet by Thistle Theatre, which specializes in Bunraku-style puppetry. Ages 3-12 and their families. 7:30pm today, 1 and 3pm Sat. and Sun. $9, $7 children and seniors. Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St., Seattle. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Strong-willed six-year-old Junie decides to take her newborn brother to school for show-and-tell. Recommended for ages 6 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through June 18 (ASL performance 2pm June 3, no performances June 26-28). $16-$31. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
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-Sundays through June 11 (ASL performance 2pm May 13). $16-$31. 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, games, projects and more. All ages. Dinner 5:30-6:30pm, activities 6:30-8:30pm. FREE, space limited, pre-register for dinner. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9900. www.seattleymca.org.
The Jungle Book. Rudyard Kipling's classic about
a young boy raised in the jungle by a family of wolves. Performed by students
from Youth Theatre Northwest. 7pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays
and Sundays through May 13. $11. 8805 SE 40th, Mercer Island. 206-232-4145.
www.youththeatre.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Snohomish County
Free Museum Visit. Imagine Children's Museum is FREE first Friday afternoons (no field trips or large groups). 3-5:30pm, 3:30pm performance by Kids on the Block. 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006. www.imaginecm.org.
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Sat., May 6
Seattle Area
Seattle Maritime Festival. Boat building competition (9am-3pm), survival suit races (11am-12:30pm), chowder cook-off (11am-5pm), harbor tours (11:30am, 1, 2:30 and 4pm), the world's largest tugboat race (12:30-3:30pm), exhibits and demonstrations. Families enjoy hands-on kids’ activities, information booths, games and FREE admission to Odyssey Maritime Discovery Center. 11am-5pm. FREE. Pier 66/Bell Harbor Marine, downtown Seattle waterfront. 206-728-3163. www.portseattle.org.
Opening Day. Official opening of Seattle boating season features dragon boat exhibition race, crew races, sailboat race, and decorated boat parade (noon). 10am-4:30pm (approximate). FREE. Montlake Cut, Seattle (parking available in University of Washington lots). 206-325-1000. www.seattleyachtclub.org.
Migratory Bird Weekend. Learn about migratory birds that visit the Pacific Northwest. Activities at the Seattle Aquarium include talks, demonstrations and kids' crafts. 9:30am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. Kids are free today with paying adult. $12.50, $8.50 ages 6-12, $5.50 ages 3-5, free ages 2 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.
Owl Hoots and Monkey Hollers. Look for Barred Owls with a Seward Park naturalist. Bring binoculars and flashlights if available. 8:30-10:30pm. $8, $6 under age 12, pre-register. 5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle. 206-684-7434. www.sewardpark.org.
Beach Clean Up. Help clean up Discovery Park’s two miles of beaches. Ages 8 and older. 10am-1pm today and May 20. FREE, pre-registration recommended. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.discoverypark.org.
Youth Fishing Derby. Hosted by Auburn Parks, Arts and Recreation and Green River Steelhead Trout Club. Ages 14 and younger. 8:30am. FREE. Mill Pond Park - across from Auburn Riverside High School, 501 Oravetz Rd., Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.
Free Museum Visit. Seattle Asian Art Museum is FREE first Saturdays. Drop-in family art workshop 11am-1:45pm. FREE family film 1:30pm, The Cat Returns (rated G). 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
May Faire Celebration. Make flower crowns and wands to dance and sing around the Maypole. Children's activities, live music and family picnic (purchase barbecue lunch or bring your own). Ages 3-10. 9:30am-3:30pm. FREE, space limited, pre-register. Seattle Waldorf School, 2728 NE 100th St., Seattle. 206-524-5320. www.seattlewaldorf.org.
Festival for the Birds. Activities and bird demonstrations help visitors rediscover some of the wildlife in their own backyards. 9:30am-3pm. Included with admission. Family Farm, Woodland Park Zoo. Celebrating Wildflowers. Annual event promotes the importance of native plants and their habitats through moss petting, leaf rubbing, microscopy, seed dissection, wildflower pollination and cone identification. Hosted by Washington Rare Plant Care and Conservation Program. 9:30am-3pm. Included with admission. $10.50, $7.50 ages 3-12, free infant-age 2. Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.
Safetown USA. Annual IKEA Kids’ Health and Safety Fair. Fire truck, police officers, pet care, Safetown Hospital, appearance by special guests. 10am-4pm through Sun. FREE. IKEA’s west parking garage, 600 SW 43rd St., Renton. 800-570-IKEA (4532). www.ikea-usa.com.
Rocket Power! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about rocket science, then build and launch your own rocket. 11:15am and 1:15pm Saturdays-Sundays through May 21. Included with admission. See May 4 for museum details.
Japanese Workshop. Make Carpe windsock at The Children's Museum, Seattle, today and Sun. Drop-in 10am-6pm. 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.
Frog Lake. Sunset Hill Community Club, Seattle. See May 5.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
Multicultural Fair. Kids' Fair, food festival, parade, cultural performances, arts and crafts and Interfaith Fair. 10am-2pm. FREE. Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle, Bellevue. 425-452-7922. www.bcc.ctc.edu/stupro.
WaterFest. Hands-on activities (Water Olympics, salmon storytelling tent and more) educate visitors of all ages about water. 10am-4pm. FREE. Cedar River Watershed Education Center, near North Bend, directions online. 206-233-1515. www.cedarriver.org.
Safe in the Shade Walkathon. Includes two-mile walk, kids' dash, free cancer screenings and a health fair with focus on skin safety and skin cancer prevention. 8am. $30, $15 children, free kids in strollers. Lake Sammamish State Park, 2000 NW Sammamish Rd., Issaquah. 1-866-463-6663. www.active.com/active.
Kid Crafts. Today, jumbo collage shapes. May 13,
Mother's Day frame. May 20, tambourine. May 27, rubbing plate masterpiece.
Ages 3 and older. 11am-3pm.
FREE. Lakeshore Learning Materials, 11027 NE Fourth St., Bellevue. 425-462-8076.
www.lakeshorelearning.com.
Poetry Reading. Stevenson Elementary "Superstar" students and teachers read from and perform favorite poems, including their own creations. 11am-2pm. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www. barnesandnoble.com.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
The Jungle Book. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 5.
Snohomish County
Spring Gardening Festival. Garden ideas and children’s hands-on activities. 10am-5pm. Downtown Edmonds. 425-778-8848. www.edmondswa.com.
Evening Out. Parents get an evening off while kids attend a Mother’s Day gift-making party. Children must be potty trained unless special arrangements made. 6:30-8:30pm. FREE. Family Support Center of South Snohomish County, 6330 195th St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-670-8984. www.familysupportcenter.net.
Shakespeare's Music and Dance. Early Music Guild brings songs, dances and costumes of Shakespeare's time to Mountlake Terrace Library. All ages. 2pm. FREE. 23300 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-8722. www.sno-isle.org.
Girls to Grandmothers. Women’s Wellness Festival includes health and wellness information and entertainment, free health screenings and health related giveaways. All ages. 10am-3pm. FREE. Everett Community College, 2000 Tower St., Everett. 425-259-9899. www.pwnetwork.org.
WalkAmerica. Six-mile walk to benefit March of Dimes. 8am. No minimum pledge amount. American Legion Park, 145 Alverson Blvd., Everett. 206-624-1373. www.walkamerica.org.
Whoooo Goes There? Join park rangers at Forest Park for a night hike and owl calling. Ages 3-6. 7:30-8:30pm. $7. Forest Park picnic shelter, 802 E Mukilteo Blvd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org/parks.
Spring Fling. Stories and activities about Slinkies®, Super Balls® and spring-loaded shoes. All ages. 1pm. FREE. Sultan Library, 319 Main St., Sultan. 360-793-1695. www.sno-isle.org.
Rumplestiltskin. A maiden in distress is helped by a strange little man in StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy, performed by adult professional touring company. Ages 3-9 and their families. 11am and 1pm today, 1 and 3pm Sun. $8. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California St., Everett. 425-827-3123 or 1-877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Further Afield
Migratory Madness. Learn about migratory birds through games, activities and special displays. 9:30am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. $12, $11 seniors, $8 ages 5-12, $5 ages 3-4. Northwest Trek, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-6117. www.nwtrek.org.
Sun., May 7
Seattle Area
Asian-Pacific Islander Heritage Celebration. Family-oriented event features cultural entertainment, crafts and resources. Call for time. FREE. Seattle Center, Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.seattlecenter.com.
Seattle ComiCard Convention. Comic book, trading card and toy show. 10am-5pm. $4, $3 with canned food donation, free ages 5 and younger. Seattle Center, Olympic Room, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-365-1207. www.seattlecomicardconvention.com.
Spring Spectacular. Annual spring concert from Cascade Youth Symphony. 4pm. $10, $8 seniors, $5 students, $20 family. First Free Methodist Church, 3200 Third Ave. W, Seattle. 206-417-5677. www.cyso.us.
Safetown USA. IKEA, Renton. See May 6.
Migratory Bird Weekend. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See May 6.
Japanese Workshop. The Children's Museum, Seattle. See May 6.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 6.
Frog Lake. Sunset Hill Community Club, Seattle. See May 5.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
The Jungle Book. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 5.
Snohomish County
Paws to Read. Cuddle up and read aloud to a gentle service dog trained and certified by Canine Companions for Independence. Grades 2-5. 3-5pm today and May 21. FREE, no registration required. Main Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8250. www.epls.org.
Animal Fun Day. Meet playful animals from Everett
Animal Shelter. 2-4pm. 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.
Rumplestiltskin. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See May 6.
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Further Afield
Rhody Bike Tour. Ride routes of 32, 45 or 62 miles on E Jefferson County's rural roads. 8-10am registration. $20, $40 per family. Haines Place Park and Ride, 12th St. and Haines St., Port Townsend. www.ptguide.com/rhodytour.
Migratory Madness. Northwest Trek, Eatonville. See May 6.
Mon., May 8
Snohomish County
Author Appearance. Rob Scotton reads from and signs Russell & the Lost Treasure (recommended reading for ages 4-8). 4pm. FREE. University Book Store, 15311 Main St., Mill Creek. 425-385-3530. www.bookstore.washington.edu.
Tue., May 9
Seattle Area
Behavioral Challenges Screenings. Reduced-cost screenings for suspected or diagnosed learning disabilities, attentional disorders, problems of organization and focus and other mild to moderate behavioral challenges. Screenings performed by supervised health and human service professionals enrolled in the HANDLE Institute intermediated class. Ages 5-adult. Various times through Thu. $90 (usual cost $300), space limited, pre-register. HANDLE Institute, 1300 Dexter Ave. N, Seattle. 206-204-6000. www.handle.org.
Stories and Such. Preschool story and craft with storyteller Debbie Deutsch. "Snug as a Bug in a Rug" 11am and 1pm today and May 23. Included with admission. $10, $8.50 seniors, $7 ages 3-12. Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N, Seattle. 206-443-2001. www.pacsci.org.
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Wed., May 10
Seattle Area
Behavioral Challenges Screenings. HANDLE Institute, Seattle. See May 9.
Eastside
Hello Dolly! Lively, award-winning classic musical about matchmaking in Yonkers. Family guide available online. Family room available for families with youngsters. 8pm Wednesdays-Saturdays and selected Tuesdays, 2pm Sundays and selected Saturdays, 7pm selected Sundays through June 25. $24-$48. Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N, Issaquah. 425-392-2202. www.villagetheatre.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Snohomish County
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Thu., May 11
Seattle Area
Tools for Parents. Beth E. Herrild, MA, and Carolyn S. Harvey will talk on Comfortable Chaos for Parents: Riding the Rapids Without Falling Off the Raft as part of Seattle’s Child’s Tools for Parents 2006 lecture series. Co-authors of Comfortable Chaos - Forget "Balance" and Make Career and Family Choices that Work for You, they are work/life balance experts, corporate veterans and moms. 7-9pm. $12, $15 at the door. Seattle Center, Northwest Rooms, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 1-800-838-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.
The Illusions of Lawrence Khong. Dance, magic and music in a family show performed by father-daughter team Lawrence and Priscilla Khong. 7:30pm today-Sat., 2:30pm Sat.-Sun. $30-$45. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.
Behavioral Challenges Screenings. HANDLE Institute, Seattle. See May 9.
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Fri., May 12
Seattle Area
Seattle Cheese Festival. An homage to fromage, this Pike Place Market event features cheese tasting, cooking demonstrations and a cheesy scavenger hunt for infants-age 13. 10am-5pm through Sun. FREE. Along Pike Place north of Pike St., Seattle. Parking garage on Western Ave. www.seattlecheesefestival.com.
Greenwood-Phinney Artwalk. Annual art walk features musical performances in businesses and churches, street performances and chalk art for children. 6-9:30pm today, noon-5pm Sat. FREE. Greenwood Ave. and Phinney Ave. between 65th St. and 87th St., Seattle. 206-783-2244. www.greenwood-phinney.com.
Family Night at the YMCA. Fun in the gym, open swim and PCC Kid Picks. 6:30-8:30pm. $2 or two cans nonperishable food donation. West Seattle Family YMCA, 4515 36th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-935-6000. www.seattleymca.org.
Spring Dance Concert. Kaleidoscope Dance Company's 25th anniversary concert features performers ages 7-15. All ages. 7:30pm today, 2 and 7:30pm Sat., 3:30pm Sun. $12, $8 seniors and younger than 16. Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway, Seattle. 206-363-7281. www.creativedance.org.
The Life & Death of Tom Thumb. Based on Henry Fielding's story; a lively fusion of marionettes, folk music and baroque opera. Ages 10 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after each weekend performance. 8pm Fridays, 2 and 8pm Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through May 21. $22, $18 children and seniors. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.
Aladdin Jr. Disney family musical presented by Shorecrest High School Drama Department. All ages. 7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays and Sundays through May 21. $9, reserved seats. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-361-4286 or 206-393-6224. www.shorelineschools.org/shorecrest.
The Illusions of Lawrence Khong. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See May 11.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
Family Friday. Activities, games, craft projects, indoor playground and swimming. 6:30-9pm. $5 per family. Community Center, 301 Rainier Blvd. S or Julius Boehm Pool, 50 SE Clark St., Issaquah. 425-837-3300. www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. 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 May 12. 1pm May 14 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.
Twelfth Night. The classic Shakespearean tale is performed by Bellevue Youth Theatre. Ages 5 and older. 7pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through May 21, plus 1pm May 20. $8. 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue. 425-452-7155. www.cityofbellevue.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
The Jungle Book. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 5.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Puget Sound Bird Fest. Guided birding and nature walks (look online for schedule), gardening and birding presentations and workshops, exhibits, book signings and children’s activities at several locations in downtown Edmonds. 10am-4 pm through Sat. FREE. ArtWorks, 201 Second Ave., Edmonds. 425-771-0227. www.pugetsoundbirdfest.com.
Parents Night Out. Swim, pizza and a movie. Ages 5-12. 6:30-10pm. $17, pre-register. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Seussical (the Musical). Dr. Seuss' characters come to life in this musical produced by Sky Performing Arts. 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Sundays. May 12-21 at Frank Wagner Auditorium, 639 W Main St., Monroe. $12, $10 students, seniors and children. June 2-4 at Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. $18, $14 seniors, students and military, $12 children. 360-863-1663. www.skyperformingarts.com.
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Sat., May 13
Seattle Area
Backyard Wildlife Fair. Events at annual fair include the Procession of the Species Costume Parade (participants dress up as wildlife), owl presentation, guided bird walk for families, children’s activities, food, music and more. 10am-3pm. FREE. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.backyardwildlifefair.org.
International Migratory Bird Day. Events at Discovery Park include early bird tour (7-9am), bird tour (8-10am), late riser bird tour (10am-noon) and spring wildflower walk (10:30am-12:30pm). Ages 8 and older. FREE, pre-register. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.discoverypark.org.
Bicycle Saturdays and Sundays. The four-mile stretch of Lake Washington Blvd. Between Mount Baker Beach and Seward Park is closed to motorized traffic 10am-6pm today and May 21. FREE. 2521 Lake Park Dr. S, Seattle. 206-684-4075. www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Athletics/bikesatsun.htm.
Have an Outgrown Bike? Swap an outgrown kid’s bike for one that fits at the annual Bike Swap, or come empty-handed and buy a first bike. 24” or smaller wheels. 10am-4pm. Genesee Park, 4316 S Genesee St., Seattle. 206-725-9408. www.bikeworks.org.
Family Program. Stories and activities that celebrate gardens, plants and nature. Ages 2-7 and families. 10-10:45am. FREE. Elisabeth C. Miller Library, Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 NE 41st St., Seattle. 206-543-0415. www.millerlibrary.org.
Author Appearance. Eric Schlosser reads from and signs Chew on This: Everything You Don't Want to Know about Fast Food (recommended reading for grades 6-9). 2pm. FREE. University Book Store, 4326 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-634-3400. www.bookstore.washington.edu.
Playgroup. Indoor fun with Seattle Playgroup includes toys, mats and outdoor playground (weather permitting). 11am-noon. $2. Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E Green Lake Dr. N, Seattle. www.seattleplaygroups.com.
At My Grandmother's Knee. Quilting tales performed by Anita Sheneberger. 2-3:30pm. Included with admission. $2, $1 children and seniors. White River Valley Museum, Les Gove Park, 918 H St. SE, Auburn. 253-288-7433. www.wrvmuseum.org.
Fiddle Tunes of the Lewis and Clark Era. Vivian and Philip Williams play fiddle tunes of the Lewis and Clark Expedition on period instruments and read quotes from the journals. All ages. 11am. $2-$3, children free. Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S, Renton. 425-255-2330. www.rentonhistory.org.
Kids' Night Out. Kids enjoy a night at Auburn Valley YMCA. Ages 5-12. 5-10pm today and May 27. $25 per child with $15 member fee. 1620 Perimeter Rd. SW, Auburn. 253-833-2770. www.seattleymca.org.
Mom & Me at the Zoo. 15th annual event includes games, entertainment, arts and crafts, face painting and more. Purchase package at Macy’s Kids Department; includes zoo admission, T-shirt and activities. 9:30am-3:30pm. $8 plus tax, quantities limited. Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.
Discover Music! Seattle Symphony’s series for ages 5-12 concludes with Made in America. 10am pre-concert activities, 11am performance, today or May 20. $20, $15 children and seniors. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Mamapalooza. Music festival features rockers who also happen to be mothers, and benefits Seattle Milk Fund. 9pm. Call for cost. High Dive, 513 N 36th, Seattle. 206-632-0212. www.mamapalooza.com.
Seattle Cheese Festival. Pike Place Market, Seattle. See May 12.
Greenwood-Phinney Artwalk. Greenwood Ave., Seattle. See May 12.
The Illusions of Lawrence Khong. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See May 11.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 6.
Spring Dance Concert. Broadway Performance Hall, Seattle. See May 12.
The Life & Death of Tom Thumb. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 12.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Aladdin Jr. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 12.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
Country fun. Opening weekend for Remlinger Farms’ Family Fun Park, with more than 25 rides and attractions. Free gift for moms attending with their kids. Free cake for first 200 visitors each day. 11am-5pm through tomorrow. $10. 32610 NE 32nd St., Carnation. 425-333-4135 or 425-451-8740. www.remlingerfarms.com.
Moms Ride Free. Snoqualmie Valley Railroad’s scenic 65-minute round trip departs from Snoqualmie or North Bend. See schedule online. $9, $8 seniors, $6 ages 2-12, free younger than 2, moms free through Sun. with paying child of any age. 38625 SE King St., Snoqualmie or 205 McClellan St., North Bend. 425-888-3030. www.trainmuseum.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 12.
The Jungle Book. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 5.
Twelfth Night. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 12.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Fishing Kids. T-shirt, rod and reel for each participant. Expert fishing assistance provided. Ages 5-14. 7:45 am-3pm. 45-minute session $5, space limited, pre-register. Thornton A. Sullivan Park at Silver Lake, 11405 Silver Lake Rd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org/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.
Skate-A-Thon. Noncompetitive event to help Puget Sound Blood Center raise money to replace their 20-year-old bloodmobile. All ages. 10am-1pm. Pledge and waiver forms available online. Everett Events Center Ice Rink, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 425-322-2600. www.everetteventscenter.com.
Pamper Mom Day. Get information from health, exercise and beauty experts. Car seat safety information available. 11am-3pm. FREE. Babies “R” Us, 19500 Alderwood Mall Parkway, Lynnwood. 425-672-3220. www.babiesrus.com.
Puget Sound Bird Fest. ArtWorks, Edmonds. See May 12.
Seussical (the Musical). Frank Wagner Auditorium, Monroe. See May 12.
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Further Afield
Grin and Bear It. A conservation weekend at Point Defiance Zoo focuses on polar bears, black bears and grizzlies. 9:30am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. $10, $9 seniors, $8 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337. www.pdza.org.
Museum of Glass Family Day. Create art, watch a dance presentation and join a story circle. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $10, $8 seniors, military and students, $4 ages 6-12, free ages 6 and younger. Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 1-866-4MUSEUM (468-7386). www.museumofglass.org.
Sun., May 14
Mother's Day
Seattle Area
Mother's Day Parade. Join Mothers Acting Up, which encourages mothers and their families to help ensure the health, education and safety of children everywhere. Speakers, live music, an appearance by suffragette Julia Ward Howe and children's activities. 1pm, parade 2pm. FREE. Corner of Rainier Ave. and Alaska St., Seattle (Columbia City). 206-320-7009. wonder-woman@earthlink.net. www.mothersactingup.org.
Seattle Cheese Festival. Pike Place Market, Seattle. See May 12.
The Illusions of Lawrence Khong. The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See May 11.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 6.
Spring Dance Concert. Broadway Performance Hall, Seattle. See May 12.
The Life & Death of Tom Thumb. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 12.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Aladdin Jr. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 12.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
Country fun. Remlinger Farms, Carnation. See May 13.
Mom and Me at the Museum. Moms are admitted FREE today to Kidsquest Children's Museum in Bellevue. See May 2 for museum details.
Moms Ride Free. Snoqualmie Valley Railroad, Snoqualmie or North Bend. See May 13.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 12.
Twelfth Night. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 12.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Seussical (the Musical). Frank Wagner Auditorium, Monroe. See May 12.
Girl of My Dreams. Everett Performing Arts Center, Everett. See May 3.
Farther Afield
Grin and Bear It. Point Defiance Zoo, Tacoma. See May 13.
Mon., May 15
Seattle Area
Hot Club Sandwich. Hot Jazz string band music from the early 20th century, suitable for all ages. 7pm. $12, $10 seniors and students, $14 at the door. IKEA Performing Arts Center, 400 S Second St., Renton. 206-325-6500. www.ticketwindowonline.com.
Tue., May 16
Eastside
Reading With Rover. Borders, Redmond. See May 2.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Wed., May 17
Seattle Area
Celebrate Norway: Syttende Mai! Wear red, white and blue to celebrate Norwegian Constitution Day. All ages are welcome to make Norwegian crafts at the Nordic Heritage Museum. 10am-5:30pm. FREE, donations appreciated. Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.com. Traditional children's games from Norway and the United States 2:30-4pm at Ballard Community Center. FREE. 6020 28th Ave. NW, Seattle. Music and dance from Scandinavia at Bergen Place 2:30-5pm. FREE. Intersection of Market St., Leary Ave. and 22nd Ave., Seattle. Finally, attend the Norwegian Seventeenth of May Celebration Parade, starting 6pm from NW 62nd St. and 24th Ave. NW, Seattle. www.syttendemaiseattle.com.
Writers in the Schools. Local middle and high school students share poems, plays and prose created during the 2005-06 school year with writers-in-residence. 7pm. FREE. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-621-2230. www.lectures.org.
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Thu., May 18
Seattle
Just So. Family musical is a collection of stories based on Rudyard Kipling's stories, including How the Elephant Got Its Trunk. 7:30 pm tonight, Fridays and Saturdays, 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through June 10. $15, $12 students and seniors. ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-938-0339. www.artswest.org.
Eastside
Author Appearance. Author Justina Chen Headley discusses her new novel for young adults, Nothing But the Truth (and a few white lies), plus new book The Patch (recommended reading for ages 4-8). 7pm. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www. barnesandnoble.com.
Public pony rides. Kelsey Creek Farm, Bellevue. See May 4.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Family Fun Night. Family swim, arts and crafts, games and snack. 7-9pm. $14 per family. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Further Afield
Weaving Demonstration. Learn about spinning, twine and twill techniques, and the use of native plants as dyes from Susan Pavel, guest curator. 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.
Fri., May 19
Seattle Area
Zoomazium. Grand opening of Woodland Park Zoo's new indoor/outdoor play space for kids. 9:30am-6pm. Included with admission. $10.50, $7.50 ages 3-12, free infant-age 2. Located near west entrance, N 55th St. and Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.
Kidz Escape. Open gym, games, movies and snacks supervised by certified gymnastics instructors. Ages 4-13. 6:30-10:30pm. $20, $10 siblings, pre-register by May 17. Gym*Starz Gymnastics, 21440 68th Ave. S, Kent. 253-639-9339. www.gymstarzgym.com.
The Life & Death of Tom Thumb. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 12.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Aladdin Jr. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 12.
Just So. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 18.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
The Magic Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Mrs. Piggle Wiggle cheerfully uses unconventional means to cure children's bad habits in this musical. Recommended for kindergarten-adult. 7:30pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through June 4. $9-$15. Studio East Theater, 402 Sixth St. S, Kirkland. 425-827-3123 or toll-free 1-877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 12.
Twelfth Night. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 12.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Seussical (the Musical). Frank Wagner Auditorium, Monroe. See May 12.
Sat., May 20
Seattle Area
U District StreetFair. This event kicks off Seattle’s festival season. Two music stages, live theatre stage, street performers, arts and crafts and international food. YMCA-sponsored children's area at University Way NE and NE 50th St. with interactive play area, family stage, performance art and a family lounge area. 10 am-7 pm today, 10 am-6 pm Sun. FREE. University Way NE, Seattle. 206-547-4417. www.udistrictstreetfair.org.
Mayfair. Day of health, wellness and fun for families sponsored by Tukwila Parks and Recreation and Tukwila Community Schools. 11am-3pm. FREE. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.backyardwildlifefair.org.
Family Saturday. Explore Asian traditions through arts and crafts. 10am-noon. $3 supplies fee, space limited, pre-register. Event included with admission. $4, $3 students and seniors, $2 ages 5-12, free younger than 5. Wing Luke Asian Museum, 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124. www.wingluke.org.
Cascade Warbirds Fly-In. A variety of vintage military aircraft land at Museum of Flight today. Visitors can see the restored machines up close and meet the pilot/owners. 9am-5pm. FREE. See May 4 for museum details.
NAMIWalk. 5K walk benefits National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, an advocacy organization for people with severe mental illnesses. 9am check-in, 10am start. Warren G. Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. 206-343-3031. www.NAMI.org/NAMIWalks.
Kindergarten Open House. Learn how Seattle Waldorf School meets the needs of developing children. Adults only. 10am-noon. FREE, pre-register. Kinderhaus, 4919 Woodlawn Ave. N, Seattle. 206-524-5320. www.seattlewaldorf.org.
Healthy Changes. Food products company Kashi® is hosting Day of Change™ events at several Seattle retail locations through Tue., including yoga training, cooking demonstrations, product tastings and more. Attendees are encouraged to make small personal changes toward embracing a healthier lifestyle. FREE. Look online for locations and times. www.kashi.com.
Rumplestiltskin. A maiden in distress is helped by a strange little man in StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy, performed by adult professional touring company. Ages 3-9 and their families. 11am and 1pm. $8. Museum of History & Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 425-827-3123 or 1-877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.
Beach Clean Up. Discovery Park, Seattle. See May 6.
Discover Music! Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See May 13.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 6.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
The Life & Death of Tom Thumb. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 12.
Aladdin Jr. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 12.
Just So. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 18.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
Child and Baby Extravaganza. This annual fair includes family and safety education and seminars, entertainment, children’s fingerprinting and photo identifications, professionally fitted bicycle helmets (fee), free carseat checks (call for appointment) and more. 10am-3pm. Factoria Mall, 4055 Factoria Mall SE, Bellevue. 425-688-5259. www.overlakehospital.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 12.
The Magic Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Studio East Theater, Kirkland. See May 19.
Twelfth Night. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 12.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
General Aviation Day Festival. Flight demonstrations, vendor booths, aircraft displays, kids’ activities, reduced rates on scenic flights, food, flight simulators and FREE flights for ages 8-17. 10am-4pm. FREE. Paine Field Airport, 3220 100th St. SW, Everett. 425-353-2110 ext. 5000. www.painefield.com.
Seussical (the Musical). Frank Wagner Auditorium, Monroe. See May 12.
Further Afield
Bears in Your Backyard. Learn about bears through games, activities and special displays. Bring a teddy bear for a check-up. 9:30am-5pm. Included with admission. See May 6 for Northwest Trek details.
Viking Fest. Celebrate Norway's Constitution Day with vendors, parade (2pm today) and festivities through Sun. Check online for details. Downtown Poulsbo. 360-779-FEST (3378). www.vikingfest.org.
Sun., May 21
Seattle Area
Beat the Bridge. Run benefiting Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation includes family events. 6:45am registration, 8am four-mile family walk (strollers and baby jogger allowed), 8:15am one-mile fun run, 10:05am diaper derby (ages 3 and under; FREE, pre-register). $15, $25 includes T-shirt. Husky Stadium, 3800 Montlake Blvd., Seattle. 206-838-5153. www.beatthebridge.org.
U District StreetFair. University Way NE, Seattle. See May 20.
Bicycle Saturdays and Sundays. Seward Park, Seattle. See May 13.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 6.
The Life & Death of Tom Thumb. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 12.
Junie B. Jones and a Little Monkey Business. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Aladdin Jr. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 12.
Just So. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 18.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Eastside
The Mermaid. Original ballet performed by Ballet Bellevue. Ages 3 and older. 3pm today, 7pm May 25. $17, $12 students and seniors. School performances 10:15am and 12:15pm May 25 may also have individual tickets available ($7). Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 206-325-6500. www.ticketwindowonline.com.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 12.
The Magic Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Studio East Theater, Kirkland. See May 19.
Twelfth Night. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 12.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Charlotte's Web. E.B. White's timeless children's tale, brought to the stage by TheatreworksUSA. Grades 2-5 and their families. 2 and 4pm. $11-$13. Pied Piper Presents, Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.
Paws to Read. Main Library, Everett. See May 7.
Seussical (the Musical). Frank Wagner Auditorium, Monroe. See May 12.
Farther Afield
Viking Fest. Downtown Poulsbo. See May 20.
Tue., May 23
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Wed., May 24
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Thu., May 25
Seattle Area
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.
Aluminum Overcast. Seattle-born B-17 airplane the Aluminum Overcast is available for tours through Mon. at the Museum of Flight. $6 adults, $10 families. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 1-800-359-6217. www.b17.org.
Tempest. Shakespeare's tale, relocated to the circus, includes juggling, clowning, aerial work and live music. Performed by diverse cast from Seattle Central Community College. Ages 12 and older. 8pm Thursdays through Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through June 4. $12, $5 students, Thursdays pay-what-you-can. Erickson Theatre, 1524 Harvard, Seattle. 206-325-6500. www.ticketwindowonline.com.
Eastside
Much Ado About Nothing. Shakespeare's classic features sparking prose, heroes and villains. Performed by Seattle Shakespeare Company. Ages 9 and older. 7:30pm today, 8pm Fri., 2 and 8pm Sat. $24, $21.50 seniors, $10 youth. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
The Mermaid. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See May 21.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Fri., May 26
Seattle Area
Northwest Folklife Festival. This year’s program is Arab Communities of the Pacific Northwest. The 35th annual weekend offers planned as well as impromptu music and performance sessions, workshops, dancing, films, hands-on children’s activities, ethnic foods and more. 11am-11pm through Mon. Complete schedule of events online. FREE, suggested daily donation $5. Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7300. www.nwfolklife.org.
The Music Man. Meredith Wilson's musical salute to Iowa is performed by students from Shoreline Community College. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays May 26-27 and June 1-3. $14, $10 seniors and students, $8 ages 14 and younger. Campus Theater, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N, Shoreline. 206-546-4606. www.shoreline.edu.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See May 25.
Just So. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 18.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Tempest. Seattle Central Community College, Seattle. See May 25.
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
The Magic Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Studio East Theater, Kirkland. See May 19.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Much Ado About Nothing. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See May 25.
Sat., May 27
Seattle Area
Beach Exploration. Explore the beach at low tide with a Discovery Park naturalist. Ages 6 to adult. 10am-noon. FREE, pre-register. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.discoverypark.org.
Button Up! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about patches and badges used on flight gear, then make your own aviation-theme button. 11:15am and 1:15pm through Sun. Included with admission. See May 4 for museum details.
Northwest Folklife Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See May 26.
Kids' Night Out. Auburn Valley YMCA, Auburn. See May 13.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See May 25.
The Music Man. Shoreline Community College, Shoreline. See May 26.
Just So. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 18.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Tempest. Seattle Central Community College, Seattle. See May 25.
Eastside
Street Scramble. Urban orienteering event; search for 30 mapped checkpoints in the Crossroads area (on foot or bike). At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for 90 minutes or three hours. Light lunch included. Rules and tips online. Registration 8:30am. $3-$15, $25 family team. Crossroads Shopping Center, 15600 NE Eighth St., Bellevue. noncentric@yahoo.com. www.streetscramble.com.
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
The Magic Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Studio East Theater, Kirkland. See May 19.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Much Ado About Nothing. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See May 25.
Snohomish County
Edmonds Jazz Connection. Annual celebration of jazz features students and professionals. Instrumental combos at Edmonds Theater, 415 Main St., Edmonds. Vocal jazz at Edmonds Floral Conference Centre, 210 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. Big band jazz at Edmonds Masonic Lodge, 515 Dayton St., Edmonds. 10am-5pm. FREE, donations to youth programs accepted. 800-510-3698. www.jazzconnection.org.
Beach walk at low tide. Join a ranger-naturalist and explore the intertidal community. All ages. 11am today, noon Sun. FREE. Olympic Beach, 200 W Dayton St., Edmonds waterfront. 425-771-0227. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Sun., May 28
Seattle Area
Beavers of Lakewood Moorage. Learn about and look for beavers with a Seward Park naturalist. 8-9:30am. $8, $6 under age 12. 5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle. 206-684-7434. www.sewardpark.org.
A Taste of Spain. Join the Northwest Chamber Orchestra for a family-friendly Music at MOHAI concert. 2:30pm. $25, $10 seniors and students, free ages 17 and younger with accompanying adult (one child per adult). Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-343-0445. www.nwco.org.
Northwest Folklife Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See May 26.
Button Up! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 27.
Just So. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 18.
Honus and Me. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 5.
Tempest. Seattle Central Community College, Seattle. See May 25.
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
The Magic Mrs. Piggle Wiggle. Studio East Theater, Kirkland. See May 19.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See May 10.
Snohomish County
Cruzin’ to Colby. View up to 400 hot rods, custom and classic cars in a controlled cruise along Colby Ave. in downtown Everett. 3-6:30pm. FREE. More activities Mon. 1-866-EEC-TIXX (322-2609). www.cruzintocolby.com.
Beach walk at low tide. Olympic Beach, Edmonds waterfront. See May 27.
Farther Afield
Anne of Green Gables. Venture across Puget Sound for this family musical performed in a forest setting. All ages. 2 pm Saturdays and Sundays through June 18, plus May 29. $12, $8 ages 12-18, $6 ages 6-11, (tickets $2 more at the door). Kitsap Forest Theater, 3000 Seabeck Hwy., Bremerton. 1-800-573-8484. www.foresttheater.com.
Mon., May 29
Memorial Day
Seattle Area
Children’s Day. A traditional Japanese holiday festival at Seattle Japanese Garden, featuring children’s games and cultural activities. 10am-4pm, may be cancelled if rain. $10, free up to three children with adult. Washington Park Arboretum, 1075 Lake Washington Blvd. E, Seattle. 206-684-4725. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Memorial Day Ceremony. Patriotic program by Boeing Employees Concert Band (noon) and ceremony honoring America's military veterans (1pm). Included with admission, FREE for veterans and current U.S. military personnel. See May 4 for Museum of Flight details.
Northwest Folklife Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See May 26.
Snohomish County
Cruzin’ to Colby. Show ‘n Shine show - view more than 800 hot rods, custom and classic cars at Hewitt and Colby Ave. in downtown Everett. 10am-4pm. FREE. www.cruzintocolby.com.
Farther Afield
Anne of Green Gables. Kitsap Forest Theater, Bremerton. See May 28.
Tue., May 30
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Wed., May 31
Eastside
Cirque Du Soleil. Marymoor Park, Redmond. See May 4.
Hello Dolly! Village Theatre, Issaquah. See
May 10.
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