May 2007

Highlights & Hot Tips

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

Tuesday, May 1

Seattle Area

Edward Scissorhands. Theatrical dance production based on the Tim Burton film. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). 7:30pm Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 8pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, 1:30pm and 7pm Sundays, through May 13, plus 1pm April 26. $20-$73. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-625-1900. www.5thavenuetheatre.org.

Eastside

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 6:30-8pm today and May 15. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16549 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-869-1907. www.readingwithrover.org.

Wednesday, May 2

Seattle Area

Celestial Viewing. Take a tour of the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory, listen to a talk on the solar system, and join University of Washington undergraduates and the Seattle Astronomical Society in viewing celestial objects through the open dome (weather permitting). 9-11pm first and third Wednesdays through Sept. FREE, reservations suggested. Limited parking available in lots N1, N4 and N5 (parking fee may be charged). University of Washington, 17th Ave. NE and NE 45th, Seattle. 206-685-7856. www.astro.washington.edu/observatory.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Thursday, May 3

Seattle Area

Free Museum Visits. The Burke Museum is FREE 10am-8pm first Thursdays. NE 45th St. and 17th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-543-5590. www.burkemuseum.org. Museum of History and Industry is FREE 10am-8pm first Thursdays. 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org. Experience Music Project, along with Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame are FREE 5-8pm first Thursdays. 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 206-770-2700. www.emplive.org. Wing Luke Asian Museum is FREE 11am-4:30pm first Thursdays. 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124. www.wingluke.org.

Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy the Jim Knapp Orchestra performing works by Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame inductee Jim Knapp. Noon-1pm. FREE. Lobby at City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.

Space Day 2007. Annual day of space-related activities for all ages at the Museum of Flight includes a portable planetarium show and more. 5-9pm. FREE. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org/spaceday.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Eastside

Storytime. Weekly songs and stories with Miss Malissa. 10:33am Thursdays. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www.bn.com.

Public pony rides. Ride the ponies at Kelsey Creek Farm Park. Ages 2 and older, weight limit 100 pounds. 10-11:30am today, May 17 and 31. $3 per ride. 410 130th Pl. SE, Bellevue. 425-452-7688. www.cityofbellevue.org.

Snohomish County

Story Hour. Enjoy story hour Thursdays and Saturdays. 10am. FREE. Mostly Kids’ Books, Etc., Country Village, 23718 Bothell Everett Hwy., Bothell. 425-424-8708.

Friday, May 4

Seattle Area

Cinco de Mayo Celebration. Break a piñata, sing songs and speak Spanish. Bring a Mexican dish to share. 1-3pm. FREE, pre-register. 1501 N 45th St., Seattle. 206-694-6727 ext. 6725. www.familyworksseattle.org.

Parents’ Night Off. Activities for ages 4-12. 6:30-9:30pm. $12, pre-register by May 2. Spartan Recreation Center, 18560 First Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-418-3383. www.cityofshoreline.com/parks.

Parents’ Night Out. Pizza, swim, movies and more. Grades K-6. 6-10pm. $10, pre-register. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.

Brother Coyote and Sister Fox. Thistle Theatre’s production of the beloved Mexican folktale, performed with Bunraku-style puppets. Ages 3-12. 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.

The Pied Piper. The classic tale takes place within an unusual puppet stage that turns to present all the places in the story. Production by Parasol Puppets. Ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 7:30pm Fridays, 1pm and 3pm Saturdays-Sundays through May 20 (ASL performance 1 pm May 5). $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Young orphan Han, who sweeps the gates of the ancient Chinese city of Wu, discovers that things are not always what they seem. Ages 5 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2pm and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays, through June 12. $16-$32. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Addy and her mother flee their life of slavery on a North Carolina plantation in 1864. Ages 8 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2pm and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays, through June 10 (ASL performance 2pm May 12). $18-$32. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Eastside

Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE 5-8pm Fridays. Partake in Space Day activities today. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

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

Family Night Out. Sports, games, arts and crafts, movie and refreshments. All ages, children with parents. 8-10:30pm. FREE. Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St., Bellevue. 425-452-6885. www.ci.bellevue.wa.us.

Pinocchio. The classic fairytale with some creative SPROUTS twists. An original hour-long musical featuring lively songs, magic and audience participation. Ages 4 and older. 7pm Fridays, 1 and 3pm Saturdays-Sundays through May 20. 1pm May 6 and 13 are Small Sibling Sunday shows, admitting children younger than age 3. $8.75. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Upstairs at Redmond Town Center, 16587 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-881-6777. www.secondstoryrep.org.

Searching for King Arthur. World premiere tells the story of Camelot, performed by students from Youth Theatre Northwest’s Conservatory Troupe. 7pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through May 12. $13, $15 opening night. 8805 SE 40th, Mercer Island. 206-232-4145. www.youththeatre.org.

Snohomish County

Pow Wow. This annual Pow Wow is one of the largest in Washington, a celebration of American Indian singing, drumming, dancing and arts and crafts. Grand entries, dance and drum ceremonies: 7pm today, 1pm and 7pm Sat., 1pm Sun. FREE. Edmonds Community College, Seaview Gym, 20000 68th Ave. W, Lynnwood. 425-640-1125. www.edcc.edu/powwow.

Friday Nights Out. Supervised activities in toy room, stories and snack. Ages 1-7. 6-9pm Fridays through June 1. $18. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0268. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.

Farther Afield

Annie. Optimistic Broadway musical based on the comic strip “Little Orphan Annie”. All ages. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through May 20. $15, $11 seniors and teens, $8 pre-teens, $6 ages 6 and younger. Encore! Theater, 6615 38th Ave. NW, Gig Harbor. 253-858-2282. www.encoretheater.org.

Island of Hope and Through the Eyes of a Friend. Presentation from Living Voices explores two stories of young girls – one a Russian Jew immigrating to America with her family in the early 1900s, the other the fictional best friend of Anne Frank. Family-friendly. 7:30pm. $12, $8 youth. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 565 Camano Avenue, Langley. 800-638-7631. www.wicaonline.com.

Saturday, May 5

Seattle Area

Seattle Art Museum Grand Opening. The new SAM is open to the public for 35 hours straight. Festivities include world music and dance, tours, artist demonstrations, art activities for all ages, food and more. 10am today-9pm Sun. FREE (timed ticket required from tent on the corner of First Ave. and University St.). 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Opening Day. Official opening of Seattle boating season features dragon boat exhibition race, crew races, sailboat race, and decorated boat parade. 10am-4:30pm (approximate). FREE. Montlake Cut, Seattle (parking available in University of Washington lots). 206-325-1000. www.seattleyachtclub.org.

Average Joe Cat Show. A cat show for everyday cats. Categories include “Longest Tail”, “Most Obnoxious”, “Owner Look-Alike” and “Most Average Cat”, among others. 10am-3pm. $5, $12 per family. Shoreline Center, 118560 First Ave. NE, Shoreline. 360-652-9611 ext. 4. www.purrfectpals.org.

Maasai Journey Opening Festivities. Opening weekend of the African Savannah and African Village at Woodland Park Zoo includes African music, temporary tattoos and more. 9:30am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.

Family Bird Walk. Learn about birding with Seattle Audubon. Practice using field guides and binoculars. All ages, ages 9 and younger with adult. 9-11am. $30 per family (up to four members), $10 additional person, pre-register. Washington Park Arboretum, Graham Visitor Center, 2300 Arboretum Dr. E, Seattle. 206-523-4483. www.seattleaudubon.org.

Free Museum Visit. Visit the modern Chinese exhibition at Seattle Asian Art Museum, then paint your own trees with a calligraphy brush and ink. 11am-2pm. Family film 1:30pm: Porco Rosso (1992, PG). FREE, drop-in. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

First Saturday Family Program. Museum of History and Industry offers families an exploration of a current exhibit. Includes storytime, hands-on exploration and craft activity. $7, $5 seniors, kids free with adults. 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org.

La Bohème. Puccini’s romantic, recognizable opera is possibly the world’s most popular opera. In Italian with English captions. 2 hours and 45 minutes, with two intermissions. Opera etiquette tips online (click “Opera 101” on homepage). Mature ages 10 and older. 7:30pm Tuesdays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through May 20. $51-$141. McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-389-7676, www.seattleopera.org.

Discover Music! Seattle Symphony’s series for ages 5-12 continues with “Side-by-Side Spectacular”. Explore Soundbridge Music Discovery Center before or after the concert. 11am today and May 12. $20, $15 children and seniors. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.

WalkAmerica. Join a five-mile March of Dimes walk to support families affected by prematurity. 7am registration and pancake breakfast, 9:15am walk. No minimum pledge amount. Qwest Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S, Seattle. 206-624-1373. www.walkamerica.org.

Comet Tales! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about comets, hear stories of comets, then make your own comet model. 11:15am and 1:15pm Saturdays-Sundays through May 20. Included with admission. $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.

Hogwash – An Improvised Tall Tale. Improvisation, music, storytelling and drama combine for an hour of interactive family theater. 2pm Saturdays through May 19. $10, $8 children free younger than 3. Historic University Theater, 5510 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-297-1767. www.hogwashtime.com.

Brother Coyote and Sister Fox. Sunset Hill Community Club, Seattle. See May 4.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Eastside

Multi-Cultural Festival. “Cultures of Our Community” includes a kids’ fair, performances, arts and crafts, cultural parade, international market, workshops, cultural presentations, booths, interfaith fair, and more. All ages. 10am-3pm. FREE. Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Bellevue. 425-452-7922. www.bcc.ctc.edu/stupro.

Farm Tour. Take a tour of 21 Acres farm. Walk trails, meander the wildlife corridor and see what’s currently growing. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes. 9am-2pm, tours on the hour. FREE. 13701 NE 171st St., Woodinville. www.21acres.org.

Celebrate Mama. Entertainment, products, services, and information for mamas of all ages and stages. 11am-4pm. FREE. Factoria Mall, 4092 Factoria Blvd. S, Bellevue. 800-569-1624. www.celebratemama.com.

Children’s Day Celebration. Games, crafts and Korean cultural events for all ages. Sponsored by Korean Focus NW, which provides support for families with children adopted from South Korea. 1-3pm. $15 per family. The Lodge at Beaver Lake Park, 25101 SE 24th St., Sammamish. www.koreanfocusnw.org.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Searching for King Arthur. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 4.

Snohomish County

Spring Gardening Festival. Garden ideas, children’s hands-on activities and live music. 9am-3pm today and May 12. FREE. Downtown Edmonds Farmers Market. 425-778-8848. www.edmondswa.com.

Bicycle Safety. Join Cultural Care Au Pair at their spring meeting for bicycle and helmet safety tips, plus learn about the au pair childcare program. Have your helmet adjusted for correct fit, or buy one ($7). Noon-2pm. FREE, pre-register. Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 206-310-1580. www.culturalcare.com.

Arlington Airport Appreciation Day. FREE flights for ages 7-18, preference given to first-time flyers. 9am-2pm, 9am-1pm registration, parent permission required. Events subject to weather. 18204 59th Dr. NE, Arlington. 360-435-5857. www.arlington.wa.us.

Los Pinguos. Band originally from Argentina plays an infectious blend of Latin rhythms, performed with Spanish guitars, a Cuban Tres, Peruvian cajón (box-drum) and harmonizing vocals. 8pm. $24, $20 seniors and students, $12 ages 17 and younger. Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. 425-275-9595. www.edmondscenterforthearts.org.

Pow Wow. Edmonds Community College, Lynnwood. See May 4.

Farther Afield

Seagull Calling Contest. Watch competitors vie for title of Best Seagull Caller in the Country, or join in the fun. Open to all. 12:30pm. FREE. Port Orchard Marina Park, waterfront, Port Orchard. 800-982-8139. www.portorchard.com.

Migratory Madness. Learn about migratory birds through scavenger hunts, games and special displays. 10am-4pm through Sun. Included with admission. $13.50, $12.50 seniors, $9 ages 5-12, $6 ages 3-4. Northwest Trek, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-6117. www.nwtrek.org.

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Sunday, May 6

Seattle Area

Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month 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.

NW Biodiesel Forum. Learn about renewable fuels. Fifth annual forum includes kids’ activities, interactive panels and booths, music, food and more. 10am-5pm. FREE. Seattle Center, Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.nwbiodiesel.org.

Cultural Sundays. The Children's Museum, Seattle, features cultural celebrations on Sundays. Today, join Kimi Ginn Rabun for African storytelling and an art project. All ages. 1-2pm. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

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

Safe from the Sun Walk and Run. Health fair, free skin cancer screenings, 2-mile walk and 5k run plus kids’ dash. 1-4pm, 1:15pm kids’ dash. $30, $15 ages 2-10, free younger than age 2. Magnuson Park, Hanger 30, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. www.melanomainternational.org.

Electric Storyland. Children’s music favorites The Sippy Cups combine skilled musicianship with a love of classic rock and roll, and perform songs that appeal to both kids and parents. All ages. 1pm. $15. The Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.themoore.com.

An Afternoon with PDQ Bach. Humorous music from “the world’s worst composer” in a concert by Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra. 2pm. $30. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-525-0443. www.seattlephil.com.

A Little Mermaid. This version of Hans Christian Anderson's classic lets the audience decide whether the Little Mermaid should keep her legs or not. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 1pm and 3pm. $8. Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dashpoint Rd., Federal Way. 253-835-2020. www.cityoffederalway.com.

Seattle Art Museum Grand Opening. SAM, Seattle. See May 5.

Comet Tales! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 5.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Brother Coyote and Sister Fox. Sunset Hill Community Club, Seattle. See May 4.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Eastside

Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Park Place Books. 2-3:30pm. FREE. Kirkland Parkplace, Central Way and Sixth St., Kirkland. 425-828-6546. www.readingwithrover.org.

Joyas Mestizas. Seattle’s first youth Mexican folkloric dance group. 4pm. $10, $5 youth. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Searching for King Arthur. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 4.

Snohomish County

Beach Treasure Hunt. Search for a hidden treasure bottle while helping clean the beach. Use beach litter to create entries for the Kids For Puget Sound Art Contest, and finish with a low tide walk. 1-3:30pm. FREE, space limited, pre-register. Lower parking lot, Howarth Park, 1127 Olympic Blvd., Everett. 206-382-7007. www.pugetsound.org.

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

Pow Wow. Edmonds Community College, Lynnwood. See May 4.

Farther 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 5.

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Monday, May 7

Seattle Area

Silent Movie. Why Worry (1923) and Hot Water (1924) star Harold Lloyd, known for his comedy and daredevil stunts. Accompanied by Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ. 7pm. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.

Tuesday, May 8

Seattle Area

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Wednesday, May 9

Seattle Area

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Thursday, May 10

Seattle Area

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Eastside

Storytime. Weekly songs and stories with Miss Malissa. 10:33am Thursdays. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www.bn.com.

Friday, May 11

Seattle Area

Kaleidoscope Dance Company. Seattle’s longest running modern dance company features performers ages 8-16. All ages. 7:30pm today, 2pm and 7:30pm Sat., 3:30pm Sun. $12, $8 seniors and younger than age 16. Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway, Seattle. 206-363-7281. www.creativedance.org.

The Wizard of Oz. Shorecrest High School Drama Department presents the familiar MGM movie musical version. All ages. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through May 20. $9, reserved seats. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. NE, Shoreline. Tickets also available at Third Place Books, Lake Forest Park Towne Centre. 206-393-6224. www.shorelineschools.org/shorecrest.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE 5-8pm Fridays. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Rock & Roll High School. Bellevue Youth Theatre performs the rock musical that takes a look at four decades of music and fads. Ages 6 and older. 7pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through May 20. $8. 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue. 425-452-7155. www.cityofbellevue.org.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Searching for King Arthur. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 4.

Snohomish County

Family Night at the Y. The Northshore YMCA offers themed games, activities, Adventure Zone, pool fun, snacks and more. 6:30-8pm. FREE. 11811 NE 195th, Bothell. 425-485-9797. www.ymcanorthshore.org.

Family Fun Night. Family swim, arts and crafts, and snack. 6:30-10pm. $17 per family. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.

Clifford The Big Red Dog™ Live! Brand new musical adventure featuring the beloved characters from Birdwell Island. All ages. 7:30pm today,11:30am and 3:30pm Sat. $10-$45. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 866-322-8499. www.everetteventscenter.com.

Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See May 4.

Farther Afield

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Saturday, May 12

Seattle Area

Kids' Night Out. Activities include swimming, Adventure Zone, gym games and healthy snacks. Ages 5-12. 5-10pm. $35, $5 additional child. Auburn Valley YMCA, 1620 Perimeter Rd. SW, Auburn. 253-833-2770. www.auburnvalleyymca.org.

NIKETOWN 5K. Includes NikeGo, a 1-mile run/walk for ages 12 and younger with parents. Entry fees are donated to local schools. Finishers ages 18 and younger receive finisher’s medal and gift bag. 8am 5K start, 9am 1-mile start. $20. NIKETOWN, 1500 Sixth Ave., Seattle. 206-447-6452. www.niketown5k.com.

Bicycle Saturdays and Sundays. The four-mile stretch of Lake Washington Blvd. Between Mount Baker Beach and Seward Park is closed to motorized traffic 9am-6pm today and May 20. FREE. 2521 Lake Park Dr. S, Seattle. 206-684-4075. www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Athletics/bikesatsun.htm.

A Family Affair: The Grand Tour! Celebrate the opening of the new Seattle Art Museum. Puppet shows, stories and hands-on art creation for families. 10am-5pm. Included with admission. $13, $10 seniors, $7 ages 13-17, free ages 12 and younger. 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

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 Playfield, 4301 S Genesee St., Seattle. 206-725-9408. www.bikeworks.org.

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

Migratory Bird Day Celebration. Events at Discovery Park include Early Risers Bird Walk (7-9am), Neither Early nor Late Bird Walk (8-10am) and Late Risers Bird Walk (10am-noon). Ages 8 and older. FREE. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.discoverypark.org.

Backyard Wildlife Festival. Arts, crafts and nature booths, nature education, music, kids’ area, food and Procession of the Species Costume Parade (noon - participants dress up as wildlife). 10am-3pm. FREE. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.backyardwildlifefair.org.

A Celebration of Mothers. Premiere of new maternity photography by Jennifer Loomis. Party and raffle to benefit Within Reach of Washington. Free bra fittings, henna tattoos, gift bags, food and beverages. 1-4pm. Bump Urban Maternity Wear, 920 NE 64th St., Seattle. 206-522-BUMP (2867). www.bumptobaby.net.

Northwest Enterprising Mom’s Event. Meet mother-entrepreneurs, see their products and be inspired by stories of how successful businesses have been launched and built by mothers who are raising children. 10am-2pm. FREE, children welcome. Ravenna Eckstein Community Center, 6535 Ravenna Ave. N, Seattle. www.northwestenterprisingmoms.com. http://enterprisingmoms.blogspot.com.

Mom & Me at the Zoo. 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. $8.50, quantities limited. Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.

Lace Demonstration. Expert lace-makers demonstrate their techniques, complementing the current exhibit Amazing Lace: A Delicate Construction at White River Valley Museum. Noon-4 pm. Included with admission. $2, $1 children and seniors. Les Gove Park, 918 H St. SE, Auburn. 253-288-7433. www.wrvmuseum.org.

Comet Tales! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 5.

Discover Music! Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Hogwash. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See May 5.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

The Wizard of Oz. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 11.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Story Time. “Sing Along!” from children’s entertainer Nancy Stewart at Island Books. Ages 3 and older. 11-11:30am. FREE. 3014 78th St. SE, Mercer Island. 206-232-6920. www.mercerislandbooks.com.

Family Safety Fair. Safety fair sponsored by Woodinville Toddler Group includes safety representatives from community and regional groups. Bring your teddy bear to the Teddy Bear Clinic. Bike helmets available ($6). 10am-1pm. Northshore United Church of Christ, 18900 168th Ave. NE, Woodinville. www.woodinvilletoddlergroup.com.

Mothers 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 age 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.

Country fun. Opening weekend for Remlinger Farms’ Family Fun Park, with more than 25 rides and attractions. 11am-5pm through tomorrow. $10. 32610 NE 32nd St., Carnation. 425-333-4135 or 425-451-8740. www.remlingerfarms.com.

The Ever-Changing Sky. Digital planetarium show at Bellevue Community College’s Willard Geer Planetarium includes a wild finale that takes the audience through a wormhole in space. Ages 7-adult. 7pm and 8pm. $2, tickets available only in advance and in person at the BCC Main Campus Bookstore. 3000 Landerholm Circle SE, Bellevue. 425-564-2321. www.bcc.ctc.edu.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Searching for King Arthur. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See May 4.

Rock & Roll High School. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 11.

Snohomish County

Fishing Kids. T-shirt, fishing pole and tackle provided, along with expert fishing assistance. Ages 5-14. 7:45 am-3pm. $5, space limited, pre-register. Thornton A. Sullivan Park at Silver Lake, 11405 Silver Lake Rd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org/parks.

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

Healthy Baby Day. Get information from experts on everything baby-related. Baby Basics Seminar (11:30am, 1pm and 2:30pm). 11am-3pm. FREE. Babies “R” Us, 19500 Alderwood Mall Parkway, Lynnwood. 425-672-3220. www.babiesrus.com.

Car Clinic. Northshore YMCA and Clearview Foursquare Church provide oil changes to single moms. 8:30am-2pm. FREE, pre-register. 17210 Highway 9 SE, Snohomish. 425-485-9797. www.ymcanorthshore.org.

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.

Mother’s Day Sail. Classic sailboats The Adventuress, Joshua and Samurai will be providing rides in Saratoga Passage. Sponsored by The Center for Wooden Boats. 10am-4pm. FREE. Camano Island State Park, Camano Island. 206-382-2628. www.cwb.org.

Mother’s Day Show. Mother’s Day Flower and Garden Show at Country Village, Bothell, includes a “pot your own” flower basket booth for all ages to enjoy. 11am-4pm through Sun. 23718 Bothell-Everett Hwy., Bothell. 425-483-2250. www.countryvillagebothell.com.

A Little Mermaid. This version of Hans Christian Anderson's classic lets the audience decide whether the Little Mermaid should keep her legs or not. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 11am and 1pm today, 1pm and 3pm Sun. $8. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California St., Everett. 425-827-3123. www.studio-east.org.

Spring Gardening Festival. Downtown Edmonds Farmers Market. See May 5.

Clifford The Big Red Dog™ Live! Everett Events Center, Everett. See May 11.

Farther Afield

Art Together Family Tour. Hour-long interactive family tour of Tacoma Art Museum, followed by art activities. 1pm. $20 per family (two adults and up to four children ages 17 and younger), pre-register. 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 253-272-4258 ext. 3039. www.tacomaartmuseum.org.

Family Day. Create Mother’s Day cards, decorate cupcakes and watch new film from the Museum of Glass, “Fire Gods: A Short Animated History of Glass”. All ages. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $10, $8 seniors, military and students, $4 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger, $30 family (two adults, up to four younger than age 18). Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 866-4MUSEUM (468-7386). www.museumofglass.org.

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

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Sunday, May 13

Mother’s Day

Seattle Area

Cultural Sundays. The Children's Museum, Seattle, features cultural celebrations on Sundays. Today, join Modibo Traore for West African drumming. All ages. 1-2pm. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

Comet Tales! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 5.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Edward Scissorhands. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 1.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

The Wizard of Oz. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 11.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Free Pass for Moms. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE today for Moms. Noon-5pm. $6, free younger than age 1. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Mothers Ride Free. Snoqualmie Valley Railroad, Snoqualmie or North Bend. See May 12.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Rock & Roll High School. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 11.

Snohomish County

Ladies of Slack Key Guitar. Brittni Paiva, Owana Salazar and Cindy Combs play Hawaiian Slack Key. All ages. 3pm. $24, $20 seniors and students, $12 ages 17 and younger. Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. 425-275-9595. www.edmondscenterforthearts.org.

Mother’s Day Show. Country Village, Bothell. See May 12.

A Little Mermaid. PUD Auditorium, Everett. See May 12.

Farther Afield

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Monday, May 14

Seattle Area

Seattle International Children's Festival. Family Day features performances from around the world including a Global Dance Party and a play especially for toddlers. Discovery Centers offer hands-on multi-sensory activities. Age recommendations vary, but there is something for everyone ages 2 and older. 12:30-6pm, Discovery Centers noon-5pm. $15-$45, $10-$30 seniors and youth, advance ticket purchase recommended. Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-325-6500. www.seattleinternational.org.

Silent Movie. Movie Crazy (1932) stars Harold Lloyd, known for his comedy and daredevil stunts, and was actually one of his early “talkies”. 7pm. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.

Tuesday, May 15

Seattle Area

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Eastside

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

Wednesday, May 16

Seattle Area

Celestial Viewing. Take a tour of the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory, listen to a talk on the solar system, and join University of Washington undergraduates and the Seattle Astronomical Society in viewing celestial objects through the open dome (weather permitting). 9-11pm first and third Wednesdays through Sept. FREE, reservations suggested. Limited parking available in lots N1, N4 and N5 (parking fee may be charged). University of Washington, 17th Ave. NE and NE 45th, Seattle. 206-685-7856. www.astro.washington.edu/observatory.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Thursday, 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, museum exhibits included, donations appreciated. 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, 6-8pm, starting from NW 62nd St. and 24th Ave. NW, Seattle. www.syttendemaiseattle.com.

Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy music from Metropolitan Opera soprano Indra Thomas, Seattle pianist Byron Schenkman and violinist Quinton I. Morris. Noon-1pm. FREE. Lobby at City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.

Arts in the Afternoon. The Children's Museum, Seattle, features special projects third Thursdays. Today, join Christine Juarez for “Cornish Creative Movement”. All ages. 1-2pm. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

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

Mind Games. Marc Salem’s entertaining show explores how the mind creates reality and meaning. He was a director of research at Sesame Street, studying the development and nature of the mental process. 7:30pm today, 8pm Fri. $25-$35.50. The Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.themoore.com.

Pinocchio. Family favorite about the wooden puppet who wants to be a real boy. New adaptation based on the original story by C. Collodi. 7:30 pm Thursdays-Fridays, 11am and 2pm Saturdays, 1pm and 3:30pm Sundays through June 3. $19, $10 ages 24 and younger. ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-938-0339. www.artswest.org.

Eastside

Storytime. Weekly songs and stories with Miss Malissa. 10:33am Thursdays. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www.bn.com.

Farther Afield

Lipizzaner Stallions. The dancing white stallions perform traditional movements and exercises as a work of art. The show segment “Airs Above the Ground” looks like equestrian ballet. All ages. 7:30pm today-Fri. $20.50-$32.50. Tacoma Dome, 2727 E “D” St., Tacoma. 253-627-8497 or 206-628-0888. www.tacomadome.org.

Friday, May 18

Seattle Area

Twisted Flicks. Cheesy “B” movie shown with live, improvised dialogue, sound effects and music based on audience suggestions. All ages. 7pm. $12, $10 students and seniors, $14 at the door. IKEA Performing Arts Center, 400 S Second St., Renton. 425-204-3455. www.ikeapac.org.

Peter Pan. Silent film first released in 1924. All ages. 5pm and 7pm today and Sun., 7pm Sat. Live harp accompaniment at 7pm screenings, live intertitle reading at 5pm Sun. screening. $8.50, $6 children and seniors. Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave., Seattle. 800-838-3006. www.nwfilmforum.org.

Mind Games. The Moore Theatre, Seattle. See May 17.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

The Wizard of Oz. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 11.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE 5-8pm Fridays. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Don Quixote. International Ballet Theatre’s production of the whimsical tale features soloists from St. Petersburg’s Mariinsky Ballet Theatre. 7:30pm today-Sat., 2pm Sat.-Sun. $35, $25 students and seniors, $15 ages 11 and younger. Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 425-284-0444. www.ticketwindowonline.com.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Rock & Roll High School. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 11.

Snohomish County

Friday Night Live! Entertainment and activities 5:30-8:30pm at Imagine Children’s Museum. Ages 4-12. $6.50, free ages 12 months and younger. Imagine Children's Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.

Scenes from Sleeping Beauty. Dance from Ballet Bellevue, set to music of Mozart and Tchaikovsky performed by Everett Symphony. 8pm. $10-$30. Everett Civic Auditorium, 2415 Colby Ave., Everett. 425-258-1605. www.everettsymphony.org.

Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See May 4.

Farther Afield

Viking Fest. Celebrate Norway's Constitution Day with vendors, carnival, food, Poulsbo Marine Science Center open house 4-8pm today), parade (2pm Sat.) and festivities. 4-10pm today, 10am-10pm Sat., 10am-4pm Sun. Downtown Poulsbo. 360-779-FEST (3378). www.vikingfest.org.

Lipizzaner Stallions. Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. See May 17.

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Saturday, May 19

Seattle Area

U District StreetFair. This event kicks off Seattle’s festival season. Arts and crafts, music on two stages, live theatre stage, street performers and international food. YMCA-sponsored children's area at University Way NE and NE 50th St. with inflatables, family entertainment and more. 10am-7pm today, 10am-6pm Sun. FREE. University Way NE, Seattle. 206-547-4417. http://streetfair.udistrictchamber.org.

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.

Come Fish With Us. Information and instruction on fishing and water safety. Ages 5-14. 9am-2pm. $5, pick up form at any Seattle Parks and Recreation facility. Seward Park, 5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.

Beach Exploration. Explore North Beach at low tide with a Discovery Park naturalist. Ages 6 to adult. Noon-2pm today, 12:30-2:30pm Sun. FREE, pre-register. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.discoverypark.org.

NestQuest. Workshop at Woodland Park Zoo teaches how to properly monitor birds nesting in your neighborhood, bird banding and identification. Ages 8-adult. 8am-noon. FREE, pre-register by May 9. Festival for the Birds. Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with activities and bird demonstrations in Woodland Park Zoo’s Family Farm. 9:30am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. 601 N 59th St., Seattle. 206-684-4800. www.zoo.org.

Family Day. Create an Asian kite with Greg Kono at Wing Luke Asian Museum. Noon-4pm, activities 1-3pm. Included with admission. $4, $3 students and seniors, $2 ages 5-12. 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124 ext. 114. www.wingluke.org.

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.

Family Fun. “Big, Tall, Small!” Explore the different shapes and sizes of sculpture at Olympic Sculpture Park with other families. Ages 5-11 with adult. 9-11am. FREE, pre-register. PACCAR Pavilion, Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.

Family Day at EMP/SFM. Disney-related art project, music demonstrations, tours and workshops. 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $12 seniors, student, military and ages 5-17, free ages 5 and younger. 206-EMPLIVE (206-367-5483). Experience Music Project, JBL Theater, 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 206-770-2702. www.emplive.org.

Burien Bicycle Rodeo. Bring your bike and helmet to earn a Safe Bicycle Driving Certificate. Ages 12 and younger (adaptive bikes available for all ages). 9:30am-noon. FREE. Gregory Heights Elementary School, 16201 16th Ave. SW, Burien. 206-988-3700. www.burienparks.net.

Comet Tales! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 5.

Hogwash. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See May 5.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Peter Pan. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See May 18.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

The Wizard of Oz. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 11.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Child Safety Fair and Baby Extravaganza. Annual fair includes Operation Child Safe identification program, bicycle helmet fitting ($7), carseat checks and entertainment. 10am-3pm. Factoria Mall, 4055 Factoria Mall SE, Bellevue. 425-688-5259. www.overlakehospital.org.

Street Scramble. Urban orienteering event; search for 30 mapped checkpoints in the University District (on foot or bike). At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for 90 minutes or three hours. Refreshments included. Rules and tips online. Registration 8:30am, start 10am. $15, $10 youth, $5 child, $30 family, $5 more day of event. Crossroads Shopping Center, 15600 NE Eighth St., Bellevue. 206-291-8250. www.streetscramble.com.

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Don Quixote. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See May 18.

Rock & Roll High School. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 11.

Snohomish County

Puget Sound Bird Fest. Guided bird and nature walks (see schedule online), speakers, field trips and children’s activities. 9am-4pm. FREE, field trip registration $5. Edmonds Plaza Room, 650 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0227. www.pugetsoundbirdfest.org.

Paine Field General Aviation Day and Taste of Mukilteo. Activities for all ages, food, pancake breakfast (9am, $5) and entertainment. Free flights for ages 8-17 (parent permission required), aircraft displays, demonstration flying, flight simulators, local vendors and more. Event begins 10am-4pm. FREE. Paine Field, 3220 100th St. SW, Everett. 425-353-2110 ext. 5. www.wpa-paine.org/special_events.htm.

Flight for Sight Fun Run & Walk. 10K run/jog, 5K run/walk or 1-mile walk, with proceeds benefiting Guide Dogs of America. 7:30-9am registration, 9:30am runners, 9:45 walkers. $20. Everett Boeing Activity Center, 6098 36th Ave. W, Everett. 206-764-0335. www.iam751.org/funrun.html.

Lipizzaner Stallions. The dancing white stallions perform traditional movements and exercises as a work of art. The show segment “Airs Above the Ground” looks like equestrian ballet. All ages. 2pm and 7:30pm today, 2pm Sun. $20.50-$32.50. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 866-322-8499. www.everetteventscenter.com.

Farther Afield

Bear Awareness Day. Learn how to prevent bear break-ins, and what makes bears tick. Bring your teddy bear for a health check-up. 10am-4pm. Included with admission. $13.50, $12.50 seniors, $9 ages 5-12, $6 ages 3-4. Northwest Trek, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-6117. www.nwtrek.org.

Armed Forces Day. Bremerton’s parade is the longest continually running Armed Forces Day event in the nation. More than 100 floats, bands and dance teams from military and non-military organizations. 10am. FREE. Downtown Bremerton. 360-479-3579. http://bremertonchamber.org/ArmedForcesFestival.php.

Bear Awareness. A conservation weekend at Point Defiance Zoo focuses on polar bears. 9:30am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. $10, $9 seniors, $8 ages 5-12, $4 ages 3-4. 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337. www.pdza.org.

Viking Fest. Downtown Poulsbo. See May 18.

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Sunday, May 20

Seattle Area

Beach Exploration. Join a beach naturalist to explore the intertidal community at low tide. Dress for the weather; waterproof footwear recommended. All ages. Noon-4pm. FREE. Meet at Constellation Park (S Alki Point), Lincoln Park (next to Vashon ferry terminal), Golden Gardens, Carkeek Park, Seahurst Park (Burien), Des Moines Beach Park or Richmond Beach (Shoreline). 206-386-4365. www.seattleaquarium.org/conservation/beach.

Dog Bite Awareness. Learn helpful tips on how adults and children can reduce the risk of being bit by strange or familiar dogs. Presented by Swedish/Ballard Emergency Room staff. 10am-2pm. FREE. Green Lake Park Playfield, 7201 E Green Lake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-386-2502. www.swedish.org.

Cultural Sundays. The Children's Museum, Seattle, features cultural celebrations on Sundays. Today, create Japanese carp windsocks. All ages. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

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 free diaper derby (ages 3 and younger, pre-register). $15, $25 includes T-shirt, $2 more day of event. Husky Stadium, 3800 Montlake Blvd., Seattle. 206-838-5153. www.beatthebridge.org.

A Little Mermaid. This version of Hans Christian Anderson's classic lets the audience decide whether the Little Mermaid should keep her legs or not. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 1pm and 3pm. $8. Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 425-827-3123. www.studio-east.org.

Bicycle Saturdays and Sundays. Lake Washington Blvd., Seattle. See May 12.

Seattle Cheese Festival. Pike Place Market, Seattle. See May 19.

U District StreetFair. University Way NE, Seattle. See May 19.

Beach Exploration. Discovery Park, Seattle. See May 19.

Comet Tales! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 5.

The Pied Piper. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See May 4.

La Bohème. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See May 5.

Peter Pan. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See May 18.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

The Wizard of Oz. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, Shoreline. See May 11.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Pinocchio. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See May 4.

Don Quixote. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See May 18.

Rock & Roll High School. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See May 11.

Snohomish County

Enchanted Tea. Tasty treats, art project and Princess Cinderella. Ages 3 and older. 10:30-11:30am or 1-2pm. $20, pre-register. Imagine Children's Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1006. www.imaginecm.org.

Cam Jansen. Musical adapted from the best-selling books by David A. Adler about Jennifer “Cam” Jansen’s extraordinary talent for solving crimes. Produced by TheatreworksUSA. Grades 1-4. 2pm and 4pm. $13, $11 youth and seniors. Pied Piper Presents, Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.

Lipizzaner Stallions. Everett Events Center, Everett. See May 19.

Farther Afield

Viking Fest. Downtown Poulsbo. See May 18.

Bear Awareness. Point Defiance Zoo, Tacoma. See May 19.

Annie. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See May 4.

Monday, May 21

Seattle Area

Silent Movie. The Kid Brother (1927) and Speedy (1928) star Harold Lloyd, known for his comedy and daredevil stunts. Accompanied by Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ. 7pm. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.

Wednesday, May 23

Seattle Area

Aluminum Overcast. Seattle-born 1945 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. 800-359-6217. www.b17.org.

Thursday, May 24

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. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 23.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

Eastside

Storytime. Weekly songs and stories with Miss Malissa. 10:33am Thursdays. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www.bn.com.

Friday, May 25

Seattle Area

Northwest Folklife Festival. This year’s program is “Borderlands”, celebrating the communities on both sides of the international border between Washington State and British Columbia. 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 donation $10 per day, $20 per family with children. Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7300. www.nwfolklife.org.

Silent Movie. The Freshman (1925) and For Heaven’s Sake (1926) star Harold Lloyd, known for his comedy and daredevil stunts. Accompanied by Dennis James on the Mighty Wurlitzer Organ. 7pm. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.

Aluminum Overcast. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 23.

Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See May 24.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE 5-8pm Fridays. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.

Snohomish County

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

Friday Nights Out. Frances Anderson Center, Edmonds. See May 4.

Saturday, May 26

Seattle Area

Films4Families. Thoughtful films for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. Surf’s Up is an animated mockumentary that chronicles the 2007 Penguin World Surfing Championship. 11am. $5. Pacific Place Cinemas, 600 Pine St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Family Friendly Film. Several films suitable for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. Team Everest: A Himalayan Journey chronicles a group of disabled trekkers on an expedition to the world’s highest mountain. 11am. $7. Egyptian Theatre, 801 E Pine St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Family Friendly Film. Several films suitable for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. A Life Among Whales is a documentary that chronicles the unique relationship between humans and whales. Preceded by short documentary Sharks: Stewards of the Reef. 1pm. $7. SIFF Cinema, Seattle Center, 321 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Family Friendly Film. Several films suitable for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. Captain Blood is the swashbuckling Errol Flynn classic. 2pm. $7. Egyptian Theatre, 801 E Pine St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Red-Tailed Angels: The Story of the Tuskegee Airmen. Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about World War II African-American pilots, then make your own aviation button. 11:15am and 1:15pm today-Sun. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free younger than age 5. 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-3pm. FREE. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.

Northwest Folklife Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See May 25.

Aluminum Overcast. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 23.

Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See May 24.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Brother Coyote and Sister Fox. Thistle Theatre’s production of the beloved Mexican folktale, performed with Bunraku-style puppets. Ages 3-12. 2pm and 4pm through Sun. $9, $7 children and seniors. Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.

Farther Afield

Street Scramble. Urban orienteering event; search for 30 mapped checkpoints in the University District (on foot or bike). At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for 90 minutes or three hours. Refreshments included. Rules and tips online. Registration 8:30am, start 10am. $15, $10 youth, $5 child, $30 family, $5 more day of event. Skansie Brothers Park, 3207 Harborview Dr., Gig Harbor. 206-291-8250. www.streetscramble.com.

Sunday, May 27

Seattle Area

Films4Families. Thoughtful films for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. U the Unicorn is a trippy, comical and charming full-length animated feature from France. 11am. $5. SIFF Cinema, Seattle Center, 321 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Family Friendly Film. Several films suitable for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. A Life Among Whales is a documentary that chronicles the unique relationship between humans and whales. Preceded by short documentary Sharks: Stewards of the Reef. 4:30pm. $7. Harvard Exit, 807 E. Roy St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Cultural Sundays. The Children's Museum, Seattle, features cultural celebrations on Sundays. Today, entertainment from the Morning Star Korean Dance Company. All ages. 3:30-4:30pm. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.

Northwest Folklife Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See May 25.

Red-Tailed Angels. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 26.

Aluminum Overcast. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 23.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

Everyone Knows What a Dragon Looks Like. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Addy: An American Girl Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See May 4.

Eastside

Brother Coyote and Sister Fox. Bellevue Youth Theater, Bellevue. See May 26.

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. www.cruzintocolby.com.

Farther Afield

Robin Hood…the legend continues. Venture across Puget Sound for this family musical performed in a forest setting. All ages. 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through June 17, plus May 28. $13, $8 ages 6-18, free ages 5 and younger with adult, (tickets $10-$15 at the door). Kitsap Forest Theater, 3000 Seabeck Hwy., Bremerton. 800-573-8484. www.foresttheater.com.

Pony Rides. Ride ponies and enjoy cake and punch at this event to benefit the Equine Rescue Association Shelter. Meet the herd of 25 rescued horses and ponies. 2-4pm, weather permitting. $3. 2506-B 128th St. NE, Tulalip (1/2 mile off the freeway, west of Suburban Propane). 360-658-1108. www.equinerescueassociation.com.

Monday, May 28

Memorial Day

Seattle Area

Children’s Day. A traditional Japanese holiday festival at Seattle Japanese Garden features children’s events including kite making, folktales and puppetry, music and dance. 11am-3pm. $5, $3 ages 6-17, seniors, college students with ID, and disabled, free infant-age 5. 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 a ceremony honoring America's military veterans, featuring a tribute to local World War II Tuskegee Airmen. Included with admission, FREE for veterans and current U.S. military personnel. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free younger than age 5. Museum of Flight, 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.

Family Friendly Film. Several films suitable for families are offered as part of the Seattle International Film Festival. Team Everest: A Himalayan Journey chronicles a group of disabled trekkers on an expedition to the world’s highest mountain. 4pm. $7. Egyptian Theatre, 801 E Pine St., Seattle. 206-324-9996. www.seattlefilm.org.

Northwest Folklife Festival. Seattle Center, Seattle. See May 25.

Aluminum Overcast. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See May 23.

Eastside

Military 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 under age 2, war veterans and active military free today with paying passenger. 38625 SE King St., Snoqualmie or 205 McClellan St., North Bend. 425-888-3030. www.trainmuseum.org.

Snohomish County

Cruzin’ to Colby. Show ‘n Shine show - view hot rods, custom and classic cars at Hewitt and Colby Ave. in downtown Everett. 10am-4pm. FREE. www.cruzintocolby.com.

Farther Afield

Robin Hood. Kitsap Forest Theater, Bremerton. See May 27.

Tuesday, May 29

Seattle Area

West Side Story. 2007 is the 50th anniversary of West Side Story, a modern retelling of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. Parental guidelines available online under “Attending a Show” (rated PG). 7:30pm Tuesdays-Wednesdays, 8pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, 1:30pm and 7pm Sundays, through June 17. $20-$75. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-625-1900. www.5thavenuetheatre.org.

Wednesday, May 30

Seattle Area

West Side Story. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 29.

Farther Afield

Aesop’s Mice Tales. Performed by students (grades 1-2) of Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 5pm. Aesop’s Fables. Performed by students (grades 3-4). 7:30pm. FREE, donations accepted. The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.theplayhouse.org.

Thursday, May 31

Seattle Area

Fun Run for Tots. Annual 1K fun run for ages 3-5. 6pm. $15, pre-register. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.seattle.gov/parks/centers/magnuson.htm.

Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy Seattle Pro Musica with a preview performance of the American Masterpieces Choral Festival. Noon-1pm. FREE. Lobby at City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.

Stravinsky 125. Pacific Northwest Ballet celebrates the 125th birthday of Igor Stravinsky with four ballets set to his music: Circus Polka, State of Darkness, Rubies and Symphony in Three Movements. 7:30pm Thursdays-Saturdays through June 9, 2pm June 2 and 1pm June 10. $18-$145. McCaw Hall, 301 Mercer St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-2424. www.pnb.org.

Pinocchio. ArtsWest, Seattle. See May 17.

West Side Story. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See May 29.

Eastside

Storytime. Weekly songs and stories with Miss Malissa. 10:33am Thursdays. FREE. Barnes & Noble, 626 106th Ave. NE, Bellevue. 425-451-8463. www.bn.com.

Farther Afield

King Midas and the Touch of Gold, performed by students (grades 5-6) of Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School, followed by Antigone, performed by students (grades 7-9). 7:30pm through Fri. $10. The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.theplayhouse.org.

Calendar Deadline Details
Submission deadline is the first of the month, one month prior to publication (for example, June 1 for July publication). Include date, time, cost, and appropriate ages, to Seattle's Child, 511 2nd Ave. W., Seattle, WA 98119; fax to 206-686-4336 or email to cstay@aol.com. For questions, call Chris Stay at 425-478-7138. Submissions are run on a space available basis.