July 2007
Editor’s Note: Event information is subject to cancellation or change. Please phone ahead to confirm event dates, times and costs.
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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. 10am-2pm today, 12:30-3:30pm July 4, 10am-2pm July 14-15, 9:30am-12:30pm July 28, 10am-1pm July 29. 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). 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org/conservation/beach.
Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival. Boat tours and rides, model boat pond, toy boat building, boat races, knot tying, food, music and more. 10am-6pm through Mon., 10am-6pm Wed. Suggested donation $5, $10 per family. Center for Wooden Boats, 1010 Valley St., Seattle. 206-382-2628. www.cwb.org.
Family First Sunday. Family activities include a craft project for kids at Seattle Aquarium. Today’s program is “Pufferfish.” 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org.
Pocket Park Beach Exploration. Join a beach naturalist at Seattle Art Museum’s Olympic Sculpture Park to explore the intertidal community at low tide. Dress for the weather; waterproof footwear recommended. All ages. 11am-1pm today, 10:30am-1:30pm July 14, 11am-1pm July 15. FREE. Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org/conservation/beach.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Microsoft Orchestra today, Seattle Civic Band July 4, Cascadia Jazz Band July 7, The Tempos July 8, Elliot Bay Woodwind Quintet July 14, Greenwood Concert Band July 15, Ballard Sedentary Sousa Band July 21, Coal Creek Jazz Band July 22, Greenwood Concert Band July 28, West Seattle Big Band July 29. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. All ages. 2-3pm. FREE. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, 3015 NW 54th St., Seattle. 206-789-2622 ext. 210.
Hispanic Seafair Festival. Music and entertainment, food, information booths, art exhibits and children’s activities. 11am-8pm. FREE. Seattle Center lawn between fountain and Fischer Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-749-5600. www.hispanicseafair.com.
Swashbuckler Marathon. Vintage adventure films at Northwest Film Forum. The Sea Hawk (1940), 2pm. The Crimson Pirate (1952), 4:30pm. King Solomon’s Mines (1950), 7pm. Come dressed as a pirate or British explorer for free popcorn, or as Deborah Kerr for a free candy bar. $8.50, $6 children and seniors. 1515 12th Ave., Seattle. 206-329-2629. www.nwfilmforum.org.
Rocket Power! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the history of rockets, then build a seltzer-powered rocket. 11:15am and 1:15pm today, July 7 and 8. 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.
The Green Sheep. Interactive play for parents and toddlers, based on the book Where Is the Green Sheep? by Mem Fox and Judy Horacek. Performed by Windmill Performing Arts, presented by Seattle Children’s Theatre and Children’s Museum, Seattle. Ages 1-4. 10am and 11:30am Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10am Wednesdays and Fridays, 10am, noon and 2pm Saturdays, 11:30am and 2pm Sundays, through Aug. 31 (ASL performance 10am July 26 and 2pm Aug. 18). $17.50. Children’s Museum, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
Eastside
Fools. The townspeople of an idyllic Russian village are under a curse of chronic stupidity that newly arrived teacher Leon Tolchinsky has 24 hours to break. Enjoy Neil Simon’s slapstick comedy in an outdoor amphitheater overlooking Snoqualmie Falls. 3 and 8pm Saturdays, 3pm Sundays through July 21, plus 8pm July 20. $16, $14 seniors and students, $6 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger. Dinner $5-$16, reservations required. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, 36800 David Powell Rd. SE, Fall City. 425-736-7252. www.foresttheater.org.
North Sound
Low Tide Beach Walk. Join a ranger-naturalist for a guided beach walk. All ages. 11:30am today, 10am July 28. FREE. Brackett's Landing Beach, foot of Main St., Edmonds waterfront. 425-771-0227. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Elmo Makes Music. Favorite characters from Sesame Street (Elmo, Big Bird, Cookie and more) perform in a Broadway-quality musical production. All ages. 1pm and 4:30pm. $12-$28. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 866-322-8499. www.everetteventscenter.com.
South Sound
Beach Exploration. Join a beach naturalist to explore the intertidal community at low tide. Dress for the weather; waterproof footwear recommended. All ages. 10am-2pm today, 12:30-3:30pm July 4, 10am-2pm July 14-15, 9:30am-12:30pm July 28, 10am-1pm July 29. FREE. Meet at Des Moines Beach Park. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org/conservation/beach.
Taste of Tacoma. Twentieth anniversary of Tacoma’s “Ultimate Family Picnic” includes entertainment for all ages. 11am-8pm. FREE. Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 425-283-5050. www.tasteoftacoma.com.
The Pacific Northwest Historics. More than 250 rare, vintage racecars compete on the racetrack. Benefits Children’s Hospital and Regional Medical Center. 9am-5pm. $25, $5 ages 7-16, free ages 6 and younger. Pacific Raceways, 31001 144th Ave. SE, Kent. 206-389-5200. www.northwesthistorics.com.
Pocahontas. Musical from Encore! Theater retells the legend of 10-year-old Pocahontas who strives for peace between her tribe and the settlers of Jamestown. Bring a picnic to the outdoor setting. 7pm. $15, $11 seniors, teens and military, $8 ages 7-12, $6 ages 6 and younger. Impact Church International, 4819 Hunt St. NW, Gig Harbor. 253-858-2282. www.encoretheater.org.
Farther Afield
Olympic Music Festival. Enjoy chamber music in a farmyard setting. World-famous musicians perform classical music Saturdays-Sundays through Sept. 9. Purchase seats inside the barn or bring a picnic and sit on the lawn. Doors open 1pm, concert starts 2pm. Barn seating $15-$24, lawn seating $10-$15. No dogs allowed except service dogs. Olympic Peninsula (directions online). 206-527-8839. www.olympicmusicfestival.org.
Seattle Area
Mommy Mondays. Moms and caregivers get pampered on Mondays while kids enjoy play and storytime with childcare professionals. 10am-7pm. Julep Nail Parlor, 5001 25th Ave. NE, Seattle. 877-585-3707. www.myjulep.com.
Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival. Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle. See July 1.
Seattle Area
Music Under the Stars. Music from the Seattle Chamber Music Society’s Summer Festival is broadcast through speakers to the lawn at Lakeside School. Bring a blanket or folding chair and picnic. 7pm recital, 8pm main concert. Today, Thu. and Fri. this week, then Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays through July 27. FREE. 14050 First Ave. NE, Seattle. Speakers moved indoors during inclement weather. 206-283-8808. www.seattlechambermusic.org.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
North Sound
Patriot Dance. Dance for all ages features Cheryl Arnold and the Blue Mariah Band. 7-10pm. FREE. Park at Bothell Landing, 9919 NE 180th St., Bothell. 425-486-7430. www.ci.bothell.wa.us.
Wed., July 4: Independence Day
Seattle Area
Naturalization Ceremony. Witness more than 500 petitioners from more than 70 countries being sworn in as new U.S. citizens. 11am-1pm. FREE. Seattle Center, Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-443-1410. www.ethnicheritagecouncil.org.
Twenty-Seven Flags. Join the Veterans of Foreign Wars for an educational salute to all 27 historical versions of the American flag at Museum of Flight. 11am and 2pm. 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.
Fourth of July Picnic. Games and races for ages 5-11 (6pm), concert by the Weavils (7pm), barbeque (6-8pm, $2). Magnuson Amphitheater, 6344 NE 74th St., Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Beach Exploration. Seven local beaches, Seattle. See July 1.
Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival. Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle. See July 1.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
South Sound
Beach Exploration. Des Moines Beach Park . See July 1.
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 Art Museum is FREE 10am-9pm first Thursdays. 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org. The Henry Art Gallery is FREE 11am-8pm Thursdays. Western edge of University of Washington, 15th Ave. NE and NE 41st St., Seattle. 206-543-2280. www.henryart.org.
Terrific Trolls! Listen to Nordic troll tale, then make related craft. Preschool-age 8. 2-3pm Thursdays through Aug. 2. FREE. Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.com.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 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.
North Sound
Jetty Island Opening Sandblast. Flag raising ceremony (11:30am) and buried treasure hunt – wear a pirate outfit. Two-mile long human-made island with sandy beaches one quarter mile off the Everett waterfront. Adults must accompany kids younger than 12. 10am-5:25pm Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11am-5:25pm Sundays through Sept. 2. FREE, donations accepted. Free ferry to the island at 10th St. boat launch off W Marine View Dr., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org/parks.
South Sound
Market Play Days. Visit the Children’s Museum of Tacoma FREE Thursdays in July and Aug. (Don’t miss the nearby Downtown Tacoma Farmer’s Market.) 10am-5pm. 936 Broadway, Tacoma. 253-627-6031. www.childrensmuseumoftacoma.org.
Farther Afield
Kids’ Concert. Children’s entertainers Bobs and Lolo entertain at Kids Discovery Museum. Noon-1pm. Included with admission. $5, free younger than 1. 305 Madison Ave. N, Suite C, Bainbridge Island. 206-855-4650. www.kidimu.org.
Seattle Area
DANCE this… Cultural and contemporary youth dance groups collaborate with professional dancers, performing styles including hip-hop, ballet, Lindy Hop, dances from India and more. 7:30pm through Sat. $20, $12 students. The Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.themoore.com.
Day in the Life of an Astronaut. Drop in at Museum of Flight for informal program with fun activities to gain insider’s look at career as an astronaut. 11am-5pm. 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.
Summer Family Concert. Family entertainment includes Orkestar Zirkonium today, Emerald City Jazz Ensemble July 13, Salsriba July 20 (this concert followed by family movie), Shumba and Amandayo July 27. 7pm. FREE. Magnuson Amphitheater, 6344 NE 74th St., Seattle. In case of rain, concert moves indoors (Bldg. 47). 206-684-7026. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
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.
Kiddie Kilo Race. Friday Night Track Racing at the Marymoor Velodrome includes a FREE race for ages 2-12 today and July 20. Bring a bike and a helmet, parent permission required. 7:30pm, cancelled if rain. Spectators $4, free ages 16 and younger. Marymoor Park, 6046 W Lake Sammamish Parkway NE, Redmond. 206-957-4555. www.velodrome.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.
South Sound
Outdoor Movie. Barnyard (G) 9:45pm tonight, Night at the Museum (PG) 9:35pm July 20. FREE. Steel Lake Park, 2410 S 312th St., Federal Way. In case of rain, Federal Way Community Center, 876 S 333rd St., Federal Way. 253-835-6900. www.cityoffederalway.com.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Musical version tells the classic love story of Belle and the Beast. Ages 2-adult. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays and selected Saturdays through Aug. 5. $23, $21 seniors, military and students, $16 ages 12 and younger. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave., Tacoma. 253-565-6867. http://tmp.org.
Seattle Area
Baffle Gab Milk Carton Derby at Seafair. Features seaworthy crafts made primarily of milk cartons (one category is Seattle’s Child’s Childhood Fun). Arts and crafts, entertainment, kids’ entertainment and activities, food and more. 10am-4pm. FREE. Southwest shore of Green Lake, Seattle. 206-728-0123. www.seafair.com.
Seafair Pirates Landing. Entertainment, inflatables, kids' pirate look-alike contest and more. 9am-6:30pm (landing 11:30am-12:30pm). FREE. Alki Beach, 1702 Alki Ave. SW, Seattle. www.seafairpirates.com.
Street Scramble. Urban orienteering event; search for 30 mapped checkpoints on foot or bike. At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for 90 minutes or three hours. Rules and tips online. Registration 8:30am, start 10am. $10-$15, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger, $30 family team. Ballard Community Center, NW 60th St. and 28th Ave. NW, Seattle. 206-367-0839. www.streetscramble.com.
Pioneer Square Fire Festival. Firefighter Memorial (noon), antique fire trucks, entertainment, vendors and food, hands-on kids’ area, Firefighter Combat Challenge, kids’ challenge course, Dalmatian parade and more. 10am-7pm. FREE. Pioneer Square, Seattle. 206-652-5027. www.pioneersquare.org.
Picnic and Children’s Parade. Part of annual Madison Park Days. Parade starts noon, picnic afterward. FREE. 4009 E Madison St., Seattle. www.madisonparkseattle.com.
Tivoli/Viking Days. Grounds of Nordic Heritage Museum are transformed into a Viking marketplace with Scandinavian food, craft demonstrations, living history dramatic tours and kids’ area with Viking crafts. 10am-6pm today (Swedish pancake breakfast 9am-noon, salmon dinner 5 or 7pm), 11am-5pm Sun. (breakfast 10am-1pm). FREE, children’s activities 50¢ and up. 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.com.
Tanabata Festival. Traditional Japanese festival at Seattle Japanese Garden. Poetry, crafts, entertainment and tea demonstrations. 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $5, $3 ages 6-17, free newborn-age 5. Washington Park Arboretum, 1075 Lake Washington Blvd. E, Seattle. 206-684-4725. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Free Museum Visit. Celebrate Tanbata, the Japanese star festival, with family activities at Seattle Asian Art Museum. Ages 5-11 and their adults. 11am-2pm. FREE, drop-in. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Children’s Parade. Wear a costume and bring a decorated bike, trike, Razor or wagon to join the Queen Anne Children’s Parade. Community picnic follows. All ages. 10:30am. FREE. McClure Middle School parking lot, W Crockett and First W, Seattle. 206-282-1540.
Wallingford Kiddie Parade. Children’s parade 11am, Wallingford Street Fair 10am-5pm. FREE. Wallingford Ave. N, between N 43rd and N 45th Streets, Seattle. 206-632-3165. www.wallingford.org.
Animal Planet Expo. Family activities include live animals, bug encounters, face painting, games and more. FREE. 10am-4pm through Sun. Seattle Center, Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. http://animal.discovery.com.
Fremont Outdoor Movies. Bring low-back chairs and wear a costume. The Neverending Story (PG) today, Santa Claus (PG) July 14 (Twisted Flicks version – see July 26). 7:30pm, movie at dusk. $5 suggested donation. N 35th and Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. www.fremontoutdoormovies.com.
Renton Cinema. Movies for families include Grease (PG) today, Happy Feet (PG) July 14, Goonies (PG) July 21. 7pm. FREE. Liberty Park, 1100 Bronson Way N, Renton. 425-430-6700. www.rentonwa.gov.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
DANCE this… The Moore Theatre, Seattle. See July 6.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See July 1.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Derby Days Summer Festival. Bicycle Criterium race (starts 2pm), family entertainment, food, carnival, kids’ and grand parades (10am), interactive games and inflatables, fireworks and more. Shuttles available. 10am-10pm. FREE. City Hall Campus, 15670 NE 85th St., Redmond. 425-556-2299. www.redmond.gov.
Farm Tour. Take a tour of 21 Acres farm. Walk trails, meander the wildlife corridor and see what’s currently growing. Bring picnic lunch, enjoy free farm salad. Dress for the weather, wear sturdy shoes. 9am-2pm, tours on the hour. FREE. 13701 NE 171st St., Woodinville. www.21acres.org.
Crafts for Kids. Visit Lakeshore Learning for crafts 11am-3pm Saturdays. Ages 3 and older. FREE. Lakeshore Learning, 11027 NE Fourth St., Bellevue. 425-462-1671. www.lakeshorelearning.com.
Fools. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 1.
South Sound
CinemaGig Outdoors. Gig Harbor’s outdoor summer theater. Bring a picnic and blanket or lawn chair. Over the Hedge (PG) 9pm today, Happy Feet (PG) 8:45 July 21. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park, 3207 Harborview Dr., Gig Harbor. 253-857-4842. www.gigharborguide.com.
Tanabata Festival. Traditional Japanese festival at Tacoma Art Museum. Kabuki theater, printmaking and origami projects and Japanese cultural treasure trunks. 1-5pm. Included with admission. $5. 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 253-272-4258. www.tacomaartmuseum.org.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Saturday Storytime. Stories that are set on islands, here in the Northwest and around the world. 11am. FREE. Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-5332. www.eagleharborbooks.com.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seattle Area
Tivoli/Viking Days. Nordic Heritage Museum, Seattle. See July 7.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
Animal Planet Expo. Seattle Center, Seattle. See July 7.
Rocket Power! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See July 1.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Fools. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 1.
North Sound
Kite Day. Make your own kite and learn how to fly it from experts on Jetty Island, Everett. All ages. Noon-4pm. FREE. See July 5 for Jetty Island details.
Summer Concert. Enjoy tropical Latin music from Bochinche. ASL provided. 3-4pm. FREE. Edmonds City Park, Third and Pine, Edmonds. 425-771-0228. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
South Sound
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Families on the Edge! Fundraiser for Bainbridge Performing Arts’ Theater School includes food, family-friendly improv comedy, raffle and small auction. 5-8:30pm. $50, $30 children. 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.theplayhouse.org.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seattle Area
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Seattle Area
Dad & Me with the Seahawks. Behind-the-scenes tours, on-field activities, games, contests and more. Purchase package at Macy’s Men’s Sportswear Department; includes hat, admission and dinner. 3-7pm today or Wed. $35, quantities limited. Quest Field, 800 Occidental Ave. S, Seattle. www.macys.com.
Lunchtime Music Series. Eric Ode performs fun songs for kids. Noon-1pm. FREE. Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, 2021 NW 190th St., Shoreline. 206-546-5041. www.cityofshoreline.com/parks.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
North Sound
Music in the Parks. Entertainment for children and families. Alleyoop today, Sparkle & Sweezle July 17, Dana & Rowdy July 24, Eric Herman and the Invisible Band July 31. Noon-1pm. FREE. Legion Park, 145 Alverson Blvd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org.
South Sound
Children's Concert Series. Entertainment for kids. Eric Hanes today, Buck & Elizabeth July 17, Fraggle Rock July 24, Taylor Ware July 31. Noon-1pm. FREE. Pioneer Park, 324 S Meridian, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Seattle Area
LEGO® Guy Space Toy Day. LEGO Guy’s space-vehicle creations celebrate Museum of Flight’s exhibit Space: Exploring the New Frontier. Explore the exhibit and make your own creations. 10am-5pm. 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.
Peanut Butter and Jam. Concert series for kids and families. Bring a picnic and blanket. Steve Hamilton today, Turk the Magic Genie July 18, Eric Ode July 25. Noon-1pm. FREE. Cascade View Park, 14211 37th Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Dad & Me with the Seahawks. Quest Field, Seattle. See July 10.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Summer Performing Arts. Performances for children and families. Eric Herman and the Invisible Band today, Joel Brantley July 18, Captain Bogg and Salty July 25. 10am. $2 suggested donation. Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza Dr., Kirkland. 425-587-3350. www.ci.kirkland.wa.us.
North Sound
Arlington Fly-In. Third largest U.S. air show features flying machines of all descriptions. Today is Kids’ Day (kids free with paying adult 9am-3pm), with hands-on exhibits and activities and air show (1pm). 8am-6pm today-Thu, 8am-8pm Fri.-Sat., 8am-2pm Sun. $15. Arlington Airport, 4700 188th St. NE, Arlington. 360-435-5857. www.nweaa.org.
Wonderstage. Lynnwood’s performance series for ages 5-10 and families. Noon. FREE, free popsicles after the performance. Performers include: Brother from Different Mothers today, Breaking Point Dance Company July 18, Reptile Man July 25. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, 18927 72nd Ave. W, Lynnwood. In case of rain, Lynndale Elementary School Gym, 7200 191st St. SW, Lynnwood. 425-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.
Children’s Concert Series. Kids’ entertainers include Hans Mayer today, Nancy Stewart July 18 and Brothers from Different Mothers July 25. Bring lunch and a blanket. Noon-1pm. FREE. Liberty Park, 15429 Bothell-Everett Hwy., Mill Creek. 425-745-1891. www.cityofmillcreek.com.
Puppets at the Library. Weekly puppet show at alternating Everett Public Library locations. 2pm today and July 25. FREE. Main Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030. www.epls.org.
South Sound
Wednesday Picnic Performance. Performances especially for kids. Tickle Tune Typhoon today, Roberto the Magnificent July 18, Diane Ferlatte July 25. Noon-1pm. FREE. Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park, 742 E Titus St., Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us.
Walking with Dinosaurs. Fifteen life-sized dinosaurs, including Tyrannosaurus-Rex, come to life onstage. Based on the award-winning BBC TV series. 7:30pm today-Thurs., 1pm and 7:30pm Fri., 11am, 3:30pm and 7:30pm Sat., 1pm Sun. $24.50-$79.50. Tacoma Dome, 2727 E “D” St., Tacoma. 253-627-8497. www.tacomadome.org.
Seattle Area
Picnic Pizzazz. Kids’ entertainment from Castro the Magician today and Cap’n Arrr July 19. Bring a picnic. Noon-1pm. FREE. Kiwanis Park, 815 Union Ave. NE, Renton. 425-430-6700. www.ci.renton.wa.us.
Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy alt-country music from Memphis Radio Kings. Noon-1:30pm. FREE. City Hall Plaza, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
Water Carnival. Join Tukwila City Pool staff for fun and games (3-4pm), then return for family swimming and movies (7:30-9:30pm). FREE, canned food donations accepted. 4414 S 144th St., Tukwila. 206-267-2350. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Terrific Trolls! Nordic Heritage Museum, Seattle. See July 5.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Storytime. Barnes & Noble, Bellevue. See July 5.
North Sound
Arlington Fly-In. Arlington Airport, Arlington. See July 11.
South Sound
Kent Cornucopia Days. Street fair, carnival and midway, roving and stage entertainment, children’s area (10am-5pm Sat.-Sun.), fun run, dragon boat races, parade (2pm Sun.) and more. Various times through Sun., most events Fri.-Sun. FREE. Downtown Kent, along Meeker St. 253-856-5050. www.kcdays.com.
Market Play Days. Children’s Museum of Tacoma, Tacoma. See July 5.
Walking with Dinosaurs. Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. See July 11.
Seattle Area
West Seattle Summer Fest. Arts and crafts, food, Family Fun Zone and more. 10am-8pm today through Sat., 11am-7pm Sun. FREE. West Seattle Junction, California Ave. SW and SW Alaska St., Seattle. www.westseattlefestival.com.
All Nations Cup. Fifth anniversary of Seattle’s own two-week soccer tournament and international festival. Entertainment, food, and music, crafts and youth games for ages 6-14 (July 21-22). FREE opening ceremonies 7pm today. Festival and games July 14-15, July 20-22, July 24-26. $5, free ages 12 and younger. Fort Dent Park, Starfire Sports, 6840 Fort Dent Way, Tukwila. 206-267-9000. www.allnationscup.org.
Bugsy Malone Jr. Musical staged by performers ages 7-14 from The Hi-Liners. Audience costumes encouraged. 7pm through Sat., 1pm Sun. $10. The Renton Civic Theater, 507 S Third St., Renton. 206-617-2152. www.hi-liners.org.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Tony nominated Broadway musical. Ages 5 and older. 7:30pm Wednesdays-Thursdays, 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, through Aug. 11. $25-$32. Taproot Theatre, 204 N 85th St., Seattle. 206-781-9707. www.taproottheatre.org.
Public Art Dedication. Children are a Window to the World is a stone and bronze sculpture created by youth residents of Katharine’s Place Family Housing, sculptors Sabah Al-Dhaher and Mary Coss and poet Pesha Gertler. The piece will be dedicated 3-5pm. FREE. Martin Luther King Way S and S Orcas St., Seattle. 206-760-4289.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Summer Family Concert. Magnuson Amphitheater, Seattle. See July 6.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Day Out With Thomas™. Thomas the Tank Engine™ and Sir Topham Hatt™ visit Northwest Railway Museum. Train ride, hands-on activities, storytelling, music and more. Several departures daily today through Sun. and July 20-22. $16 ages 2 and older, free younger than 2 with adult, reservations required. Snoqualmie Depot, 38625 SE King St., Snoqualmie. 425-888-2206. www.trainmuseum.org.
Footloose – The Musical. Movie musical with an Oscar-nominated top 40 score is performed by students from Youth Theatre Northwest. 7pm Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 2pm Saturdays and Sundays through July 22. $13, $15 opening night. 8805 SE 40th, Mercer Island. 206-232-4145. www.youththeatre.org.
Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See July 6.
North Sound
Cinema Under the Stars. Family activities, followed by a PG movie. Over the Hedge today, Charlotte’s Web July 20, Flushed Away July 27. 7:30pm, dusk screening. $1 suggested donation. Thornton A. Sullivan Park, 11405 Silver Lake Rd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.ci.everett.wa.us.
Arlington Fly-In. Arlington Airport, Arlington. See July 11.
South Sound
Robin Hood! Presented by Missoula Children’s Theatre with a cast of local children. 7pm today, 3pm Sat. $5, $3 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. Des Moines Field House Park, 1000 S 220th St., Des Moines. 206-870-6527. www.desmoineswa.gov.
Kent Cornucopia Days. Downtown Kent. See July 12.
Walking with Dinosaurs. Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. See July 11.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Bremen Town Musicians. Performed by students (grades 1-2) of Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 11am. FREE, donations accepted. Puss N’ Boots. Performed by students (grades 3-4). 12:30pm. FREE, donations accepted. The World of Shakespeare – Fantasy & History. Performed by students (grades 5-9). 3pm and 7:30pm. $10. The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.theplayhouse.org.
Seattle Area
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 July 29. FREE. 2521 Lake Park Dr. S, Seattle. 206-684-4075. www.cityofseattle.net/parks/Athletics/bikesatsun.htm.
Chinatown-International District Summer Fest. Lion and dragon dances, taiko drumming, drill teams, karaoke, arts and crafts, children's area, ethnic food and more. Limited parking. 11am-8pm today, 11am-6pm Sun. FREE. Hing Hay Park, 409 Maynard Ave. S, Seattle. 206-382-1197. www.cidbia.org.
Crazy Campfire. Join a Camp Long naturalist for nature walks, campfire songs, stories and more. Dress for the weather. Ages 3 and older. 7-9pm. $7, pre-register by July 13. 5200 35th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-684-7434. www.seattle.gov/parks.
City Chickens Tour. See how Seattle’s creative chicken owners shelter their feathered friends. Self-guided car tour available through Seattle Tilth. Noon-4 pm. $20 per family of four, pre-register by July 6. Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave. N, Room 120, Seattle. 206-633-0097. www.seattletilth.org.
Tukwila Days. Pancake breakfast (8-10am), kids' parade (10am), vendor fair, Fun Zone for kids and art show (10am-3pm), entertainment and chalk art contest (11am-3pm) and Family Fun Challenge (noon-2pm). FREE. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
SAM Family Fun. Build your own museum and fill it with your masterpieces at Seattle Art Museum. 9:30-11:30am. FREE. 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Flying Straw-cers. Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about some of the pioneering rocket scientists, then build an air-powered “spaceship.” 11:15am and 1:15pm Saturdays-Sundays through July 22. 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.
Ballard Street Fair and Music Fest. Music, bouncy house for kids, snacks, vendors, children’s activity booths and dunk tanks. Proceeds go to Gracewinds Global Breast Milk Initiative. Noon-3pm. FREE. NW 70th St. between Alonzo and 14th Ave. NW, Seattle. www.gbmi.us.
Entertainment at the Library. The Brian Waite Band presents The Treasure Map. 2-2:45pm. FREE. Lake Forest Park Library – Third Place Commons, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park. 206-362-8860. www.kcls.org.
Studio Opening. Grand opening of Open Door Studios includes hands-on activities for the whole family. 1-4pm. FREE. 2731 Eastlake Avenue E, Seattle. 206-329-5471. www.opendoorstudios.net.
Beach Exploration. Seven local beaches, Seattle. See July 1.
Pocket Park Beach Exploration. Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle. See July 1.
West Seattle Summer Fest. See July 13.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
Fremont Outdoor Movies. Seattle. See July 7.
Renton Cinema. Liberty Park, Renton. See July 7.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Bugsy Malone Jr. Renton Civic Theater, Renton. See July 13.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
Summer Celebration! The Town Center Street Fair in downtown Mercer Island includes crafts marketplace, food, parade (10am today), hands-on kids’ art and activities and entertainment. Activities at Luther Burbank Park (2040 84th Ave. SE, Mercer Island) include boat rides (11am, 1pm and 3pm today), kids’ area, fireworks (about 10:15pm today) and more. 10am-7pm today, 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. 206-236-7285. www.mercergov.org/summercelebration.
Habitat Restoration. Help remove tansy ragwort, an invasive weed, from the Cedar River Watershed. Work with professional botanists to identify, count and remove the weed. Ages 12-adult. 9am-2:30pm. FREE, pre-register (transportation is provided into the protected watershed, typically off-limits to public access). Cedar River Watershed, near North Bend. sarah@cedarriver.org.
Raspberry Rhapsody Farm Celebration. Wagon rides, storytelling, music, farm animals and refreshments. FREE. Organic u-pick and farm stand produce available. 11am-3pm through Sun. The South 47 Farm, 15410 NE 124th St., Redmond. 425-869-9777. www.south47farm.com.
Kirkland Uncorked. Family activities at this wine/food festival include art demonstrations, food, entertainment and kids’ area. FREE. 11am-6pm through Sun. Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza Dr., Kirkland. www.kirklanduncorked.com.
Teddy Bear Clinic. Bring a favorite stuffed animal for a check-up with a real doctor, and a visit to a mini-hospital. 10am-1pm. Included with admission. $6, free younger than 1. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Day Out With Thomas™. Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie. See July 13.
Fools. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 1.
Footloose – The Musical. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See July 13.
North Sound
Low Tide Beach Walk. Join a ranger-naturalist for a guided beach walk. All ages. 11am today and July 29. FREE. Marina Beach, south of Admiral Way, Edmonds waterfront. 425-771-0227. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Beach Expo. Low tide beach exploration with experts, geared for kids. Handle critters in touch tanks. 11am-4pm. FREE. Howarth Park, 1127 Olympic Blvd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org/parks.
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Edmonds Library. 11am-12:30pm today and July 28. FREE. 650 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-1933. www.readingwithrover.org.
Late Night Campfire. Campfire on Everett’s Jetty Island. “Campfire Ghost Stories” today, “Native American Flute and Stories” July 28. 7-8pm. FREE. Last ferry before campfire 6:30pm, return ferries 8:15, 8:35 and 8:50pm. See July 5 for Jetty Island details.
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.
Skagit Valley Highland Games. Celtic games, spectator sports, dancing, food, music, sheepdog trials, children's area and more. 9am-6pm through Sun. $10, $8 students, seniors and military, free ages 4 and younger, $5 additional family member, $25 family of four. Edgewater Park, 600 Behrens Millett Rd., Mount Vernon. 360-416-4934. www.celticarts.org.
Arlington Fly-In. Arlington Airport, Arlington. See July 11.
South Sound
Doc Doc Goose. Musical for all ages from Encore! Youth Theater, acted by young people. 2pm through Sun. $5 at the door. Encore! Theater, 6615 38th Ave. NW, Gig Harbor. 253-858-2282. www.encoretheater.org.
The Best of Wolf Haven. Wildlife festival celebrating 25 years of wolf conservation. Music, food, arts and crafts vendors and abbreviated, reduced-rate tours. 10am-7pm today, noon-5pm Sun. FREE. Wolf Haven International, 3111 Offut Lake Rd., Tenino. 360-264-4695. www.wolfhaven.org.
Family Day. Join artists at the Museum of Glass to create memory books. 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.
Kids’ Night Out. Auburn Valley YMCA offers an evening of swimming, Adventure Zone, gym games and snacks for ages 5-12. 5-10pm. $25, $5 additional child, pre-register. 1620 Perimeter Rd. SW, Auburn. 253-833-2770. www.auburnvalleyymca.org.
Summer Arts Festival. Arts and crafts, music, food and children’s entertainment. 10am-6pm today, 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. Judson St., downtown Gig Harbor. Shuttle from Kimball Ave. Park & Ride. 253-265-8139. www.peninsulaartleague.com.
Summer Splash-tacular! Learn basic water safety 11am-noon, followed by open swim noon-5pm. All ages. $5, $4 youth. Stewart Heights Pool, 402 E 56th, Tacoma. 253-573-2532. www.stewartheightspool.com.
Beach Exploration. Des Moines Beach Park . See July 1.
Kent Cornucopia Days. Downtown Kent. See July 12.
Robin Hood! Des Moines Field House Park, Des Moines. See July 13.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Walking with Dinosaurs. Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. See July 11.
Farther Afield
Samish Bay Bivalve Bash. Oyster shell sculptures, food, music, contests and games. Low Tide Mud Run includes a Kids’ Mud Run (age 8-12, 11am, $13-$23, limited space). 9:30am-5pm. $5. Taylor Shellfish Farms, 2182 Chuckanut Dr., Bow. 360-766-6002. www.bivalvebash.com.
The Enchanted Castle. Medieval marionette play filled with fairies, sorcerers, ghosts, goblins and knights in shining armor. Northwest Puppet Center show takes place in garden setting. 1pm. $15, $10 ages 11 and younger, pre-registration only. Bloedel Reserve, 7571 NE Dolphin Dr., Bainbridge Island. 206-842-7631. www.bloedelreserve.org.
Outdoor Cinema. Suncadia offers an outdoor film series. Food available. Bring lawn chairs and blankets. Dusk. FREE. RV (PG) today. I-90 exit 80 (Roslyn/Salmon La Sac), 3320 Suncadia Trail, Roslyn.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seattle Area
Seafair Triathlon. Triathlon for all abilities includes a kids’ race; choose between two categories of difficulty – one for beginners and one with a bit more challenge (ages 6-12, 10:30am, $15, pre-register). Co-sponsored by Seattle’s Child. Seward Park, 5902 Lake Washington Blvd., Seattle. 206-728-0123. www.seafair.com.
Family Low Tide Beach Walk. Join a Discovery Park naturalist to explore the beach. Dress for the weather with shoes that can get wet. 10am-noon. FREE, pre-register. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.seattle.gov/parks.
Bastille Day. Celebrate Bastille Day, national holiday of France. Food, entertainment, children’s’ activities, vendor booths and more. 11am-6pm. FREE. Seattle Center, Center House and Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.seattle-bastille.org.
Asperger Family Picnic. Opportunity to meet and network with others in the Asperger community. Potluck, games, resources and more. Bring a dish to share (label for allergies, etc.) and lawn chairs, pets welcome. 1-4pm. FREE. Sandpoint Magnuson Park, Shelter #3, 7400 SandPoint Way, Seattle. seattleaspergers@yahoo.com.
Northwest Boychoir Concert. Northwest Boychoir kicks off its 2007 West Coast Tour with a concert of classical choral works and traditional American folk songs. 7pm. $15, $10 seniors and students. Green Lake Church, 6350 E Green Lake Way N, Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.nwchoirs.org.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
Beach Exploration. Seven local beaches, Seattle. See July 1.
Pocket Park Beach Exploration. Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle. See July 1.
Chinatown-International District Summer Fest. Hing Hay Park, Seattle. See July 14.
West Seattle Summer Fest. See July 13.
Flying Straw-cers. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See July 14.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Bugsy Malone Jr. Renton Civic Theater, Renton. See July 13.
Eastside
Raspberry Rhapsody Farm Celebration. The South 47 Farm, Redmond. See July 14.
Kirkland Uncorked. Marina Park, Kirkland. See July 14.
Summer Celebration! Mercer Island. See July 14.
Day Out With Thomas™. Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie. See July 13.
Fools. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 1.
Footloose – The Musical. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See July 13.
North Sound
Low Tide Beach Walk. Join a ranger-naturalist for a guided beach walk. All ages. 11:30am. FREE. Olympic Beach, 200 W Dayton St., Edmonds. 425-771-0227. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Sand Castle Contest. Join the contest or just have fun. Bring digging tools and buckets. All ages. Noon-3pm. FREE. See July 5 for details on Everett’s Jetty Island.
Arlington Fly-In. Arlington Airport, Arlington. See July 11.
Skagit Valley Highland Games. Edgewater Park, Mount Vernon. See July 14.
South Sound
Tacoma Narrows Bridge Run. The only time the new bridge span will be open for 5K run/walk. 8am. $30, $12 ages 12 and younger (youngsters who don’t want to be timed are free). War Memorial Park, Jackson Ave. and Highway 16, Tacoma. info@bridgerun.mulitcare.org. www.perfecttimeevents.com.
Doc Doc Goose. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See July 14.
Beach Exploration. Des Moines Beach Park . See July 1.
Kent Cornucopia Days. Downtown Kent. See July 12.
The Best of Wolf Haven. Wolf Haven International, Tenino. See July 14.
Summer Arts Festival. Downtown Gig Harbor. See July 14.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Walking with Dinosaurs. Tacoma Dome, Tacoma. See July 11.
Farther Afield
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seattle Area
Hairspray. Preview of the new motion picture starring John Travolta (rated PG). Includes a big hair contest, a 1960s dance lesson, free popcorn and door prizes. Benefits 5th Avenue Theatre, Enterprise Community Partners and Cascade Land Conservancy. 7pm. $25. The 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-625-1900. www.5thavenue.org.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Seattle Area
Family Concert. Dvorak in America: Themes and Variations on a Composer’s Life features Seattle’s Klassikon String Quartet; KING FM’s Dave Beck narrates. Part of Seattle Chamber Music Society’s Summer Festival. Free lemonade and hot dogs on the lawn at 6pm, performance 7-7:45pm. Ages 6-12 and families. $8. Lakeside School, 14050 First Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-283-8808. www.seattlechambermusic.org.
Lunchtime Music Series. Naby Camara and Lagni Sussu perform African rhythms and songs. Noon-1pm. FREE. Hamlin Park, 16006 15th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-546-5041. www.cityofshoreline.com/parks.
Mad Science. Mad Science demonstrates how detectives use science to solve cases. 11am-noon. FREE. Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton. 425-430-6700. www.ci.renton.wa.us.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
North Sound
Wenatchee Youth Circus. Youth 5-19 perform trapeze flying, unicycle riding, tightrope walking and more. 7pm today, 1 and 7pm Wed. $6, $4 ages 2-16, $19 families (two adults, up to four children). Civic Center Playfield, Sixth and Bell, Edmonds. 425-771-0230. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
Music in the Parks. Legion Park, Everett. See July 10.
South Sound
Children's Concert Series. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. See July 10.
Seattle Area
Comedy Film Marathon. Northwest Film Forum presents a retrospective of Jacques Tati films. His films feature physical comedy, and appeal to all ages. Jour De Fete (1949) today through Thu. Mr. Hulot’s Holiday (1953) July 25-26. 7pm and 9:15pm. $8.50, $6 children and seniors. 1515 12th Ave., Seattle. 206-329-2629. www.nwfilmforum.org.
Celestial Viewing. Take a tour of the Theodor Jacobsen Observatory, listen to a talk on the solar system or another topic, and join University of Washington undergraduates and the Seattle Astronomical Society in viewing celestial objects through the open dome (weather permitting). 9-11pm. 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. larsen@astro.washington.edu.
Peanut Butter and Jam. Cascade View Park, Tukwila. See July 11.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
First Tech Movies @ Marymoor Park. Bring low-back lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy family movies. Food available for purchase, dogs welcome. School of Rock (PG-13) today, The Princess Bride (PG) July 25. 7pm (movie at dusk). Suggested donation $5, $15 families. 6046 W Lake Sammamish Parkway NE, Redmond. 206-296-4999. www.metrokc.gov/parks/movies.
Summer Performing Arts. Marina Park, Kirkland. See July 11.
North Sound
Shakespeare in the Park. Bring snacks, a blanket and the family to enjoy Shakespeare outdoors. The Merry Wives of Windsor today through Thu., The Merchant of Venice July 25-26. 7pm. FREE. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, 18927 72nd Ave. W, Lynnwood. 425-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.
Giraffe & Staff Puppet Show. Features giant animal puppets. 2pm. FREE, tickets must be picked up in advance, starting July 5. Evergreen Branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, Everett. 425-257-8030. www.epls.org.
Wonderstage. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, Lynnwood. See July 11.
Wenatchee Youth Circus. Civic Center Playfield, Edmonds. See July 17.
Children’s Concert Series. Liberty Park, Mill Creek. See July 11.
South Sound
The King County Fair. Oldest fair west of the Mississippi (145 years!) includes farm animals, family entertainment, food preservation and cooking exhibits, logger’s competition, food, kids' area and more. 10am-10pm through Thu., 10am-11pm Fri.-Sat., 10am-8pm Sun. $8, $6 ages 6-12 and seniors, free ages 5 and younger with adult, $5 parking. Thu. is Kid’s Day; ages 6-12 half-price. Sat. is Family Day; $20 two adults, four person maximum. King County Fairgrounds, 45224 284th Ave. SE, Enumclaw. 206-296-8888. www.metrokc.gov/fair.
Kids Summerstage. Entertainment from Eric Haines today, Eric Herman’s Invisible Band July 25. Noon. FREE. Les Gove Park, 11th and Auburn Way S, Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.
Hooked on History. Family activity before Kids Summerstage at White River Valley Museum. 10:30-11:30am today and July 25. FREE. 918 H St. SE, Auburn. 253-288-7433. www.wrvmuseum.org.
Wednesday Picnic Performance. Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park, Kent. See July 11.
Seattle Area
Burien Family Fiesta. Annual party includes food, children’s activities and roving entertainment. 6-8pm. FREE. Lake Burien School Park, SW 1485th and 16th Ave. SW, Burien. Inclement weather, Burien Community Center Auditorium, 425 SW 144th, Burien. 206-988-3700. www.burienparks.net.
Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy Global Drum Masters. Noon-1:30pm. FREE. City Hall Plaza, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
Terrific Trolls! Nordic Heritage Museum, Seattle. See July 5.
Comedy Film Marathon. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See July 18.
Picnic Pizzazz. Kiwanis Park, Renton. See July 12.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
Storytime. Barnes & Noble, Bellevue. See July 5.
North Sound
Shakespeare in the Park. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, Lynnwood. See July 18.
South Sound
Thursday Playground Performances. Performances especially for kids. Tears of Joy Theater today, Eric Herman July 26. Noon-1 pm. FREE. West Fenwick Park, 3824 Reith Rd., Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us.
The King County Fair. King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw. See July 18.
Market Play Days. Children’s Museum of Tacoma, Tacoma. See July 5.
Seattle Area
Bite of Seattle. Includes more than 100 food booths, seven entertainment stages, family area with games, activities, karaoke and entertainment, chef demonstrations and more. 11am-9pm today through Sat., 11am-8pm Sun. FREE. Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-283-5050. www.biteofseattle.com.
Seafair Indian Days Pow Wow. More than 400 dancers of all ages in full regalia, drum groups, food, arts and crafts, and salmon bake. 5-11pm today, 11am-11pm Sat., 11am-8pm Sun. Grand entries 7pm today, 1 and 7pm Sat., 1pm Sun. $5, free younger than 12, free today. Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, Discovery Park, 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-285-4425. www.unitedindians.com.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
Summer Family Concert. Magnuson Amphitheater, Seattle. See July 6.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See July 6.
Kiddie Kilo Race. Marymoor Velodrome, Redmond. See July 6.
Day Out With Thomas™. Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie. See July 13.
Fools. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 1.
Footloose – The Musical. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See July 13.
North Sound
Cinema Under the Stars. Thornton A. Sullivan Park, Everett. See July 13.
South Sound
Third Thursday Artwalk. Visit Tacoma’s downtown galleries. All ages. 5-8pm. FREE, including the Tacoma Art Museum (free all day, youth dance showcase 6:30-7pm), the Washington State History Museum and the Museum of Glass. Tacoma. 253-272-4327. www.artwalktacoma.com.
Fort Nisqually Family Fun Night. Join in games, music and dancing of the mid-1800s at Fort Nisqually. Bring a picnic supper. The Candy Cannon will be fired and lemonade and ice cream served while supplies last. 6-9pm. Included with admission. $4, $3 seniors and ages 13-17, $2 ages 5-12, $12 per family. Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5339. www.fortnisqually.org.
Cyndi Soup’s Imagine Inn. Join Cyndi Soup and the Thumbs Up Puppeteers on an “imagination vacation” through story and song. 10am Fridays through July 27. $5. Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater, 1211 Fourth St., Snohomish. 360-794-8348. www.thumbnailtheater.com.
The King County Fair. King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw. See July 18.
Outdoor Movie. Steel Lake Park, Federal Way. See July 6.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Harry Potter Event. Harry Potter party includes the film Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (PG-13) at Winslow’s Waterfront Park, refreshments, prizes and activities. Movie 9pm, followed by activities at bookstore. FREE. Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-5332. www.eagleharborbooks.com.
Seattle Area
Bon Odori Festival. Traditional Japanese dance celebrates 75th year. Food, dance, crafts, flower arrangements and Taiko drum performances. 4-10pm today, 3-8pm Sun. FREE. Seattle Buddhist Church, 1427 S Main St., Seattle. 206-329-0800. www.seattlebetsuin.com.
Family Day at EMP/SFM. Doll-making project with artist Marita Dingus, music from Board of Education (1pm and 3pm). 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.
Night & Day Street Scramble. Urban orienteering event; search for 60 mapped checkpoints on foot or bike. At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for three hours. Rules and tips online. 4pm. $20, $5 child, $35 family team. Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E Green Lake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-367-0839. www.streetscramble.com.
West Seattle Grand Parade. Oldest community parade in Seattle. 11am. FREE. California Ave. SW from Lander St. to SW Edmonds St., Seattle. 206-935-9407.
Family Fun. “Zippity Do Da!” Take a family holiday along the “z” path at Olympic Sculpture Park with other families. Includes art activity. Ages 5-11 with adult. 9:30-11:30am. FREE, pre-register. PACCAR Pavilion, Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
White Center Jubilee Days. Parade (1pm today), street fair, entertainment, carnival, food, kids’ area and more. 10am-6pm today through Sun. FREE. 17th Ave. SW and SW Roxbury, White Center. 206-947-3885. www.jubileedays.org.
Sustainable Living and Renewable Energy Fair. Interactive exhibits, “Transportation Zone,” vendors, speakers, “Taste of Shoreline” and “Kid Zone.” Sponsored by Shoreline Solar Project. 10am-6pm. FREE, donations accepted. Meridian Park School, 17077 Meridian Ave. N, Shoreline. www.shorelinesolar.org.
Family Day at the WIng. Artist Stewart Wong leads family art activities at Wing Luke Asian Museum. 1-3pm. FREE. 407 Seventh Ave. S, Seattle. 206-623-5124 ext. 114. www.wingluke.org.
Life Jacket Sale. Purchase a properly fitted life jacket. Sponsored by Seattle Parks, Rehab without Walls, Coast Guard Auxiliary and Mustang Survival. 10am-2pm. $20 (wearer must be present). Evans Pool, Green Lake, 7201 E Green Lake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-684-7440. www.drowning-prevention.org/events.htm.
Wedgwood Art Festival. Local arts and crafts, entertainment, children’s art activities and children’s art contest. 10am-5pm. FREE. Homestreet Bank, 8200 35th Ave. NE, Seattle. http://wedgwoodfestival.googlepages.com/home.
Roosevelt Bull Moose Festival. Music, food, children’s activities, car show and more. 8am-dusk. FREE. Roosevelt Way NE and NE 65th St., Seattle. www.rooseveltneighborhoodseattle.org.
The Reluctant Dragon. Fifteenth annual Classic in the Park family play performed by Theater Schmeater. 5pm Saturdays and Sundays through Aug. 4, plus Aug. 11-12. FREE. Volunteer Park Amphitheater, 1247 15th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-5801. www.schmeater.org.
Bite of Seattle. Seattle Center, Seattle. See July 20.
Seafair Indian Days Pow Wow. Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, Seattle. See July 20.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
Renton Cinema. Liberty Park, Renton. See July 7.
Flying Straw-cers. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See July 14.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
TrailsFest. Hands-on outdoor activities for all ages include guided hikes, fly-fishing, kayak paddling and rock wall climbing. Sponsored by Washington Trails Association. 9am-4pm. FREE. Rattlesnake Lake and Education Center, North Bend (Exit 32 off I-90, turn right on 436th Ave. SE, follow for 2.7 miles); limited parking, carpooling strongly recommended. 206-625-1367. www.trailsfest.org.
Cabin Chores and Capers. Pretend to be a settler at the 1888 Fraser Cabin. Help with chores (pump water, hunt for eggs, grind grains, wash clothes), then play children’s games, dress in period clothing. Noon-3pm. FREE. Kelsey Creek Farm Park, 410 130th Pl. SE, Bellevue. 425-450-1049. www.eastsideheritagecenter.org.
Sand Blast Festival. Arts, music, sand sculpture, food and fun. Call for hours, through Sun. FREE. McCormick Park, downtown Duvall. 425-788-3928. www.duvallarts.org.
Outdoor Movie. Grease (PG) 9:35pm. Bring a low-back chair and picnic. $5 suggested donation per family. 9703 NE Juanita Dr., Kirkland. 425-587-3300. http://kirklandparks.net.
Community Campout. Staff from South Bellevue Community Center facilitates this family campout. Barbecue, scavenger hunts, games, stargazing, camp songs and more. 3pm today-10am Sun. $25 per family (two adults, up to two children), $10 additional person. Eastgate Park, 14509 SE Newport Way, Bellevue. 425-452-6885. www.ci.bellevue.wa.us.
Outdoor Movie Night. My Big Fat Greek Wedding (PG) today, Happy Feet (PG) July 28. Bring a low-back chair or beanbag. Dusk. $5 suggested donation to Hopelink. The Plaza at Carillon Point, Kirkland. 425-822-1700. www.carillon-point.com.
Camlann Medieval Faire. Knightly tournaments, scenes from 14th century village life, demonstrations of old world crafts and early music ensembles. 11:30am-6pm Saturdays-Sundays through Aug. 26. $9, $6 seniors and ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger (ages 12 and younger adult-supervised). $40 fair plus banquet. Camlann Medieval Association, 10320 Kelly Rd. NE, Carnation. 425-788-8624. www.camlann.org.
Day Out With Thomas™. Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie. See July 13.
Fools. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 1.
Footloose – The Musical. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See July 13.
North Sound
Kla Ha Ya Days. Arts and crafts, carnival, parade (6-8pm today), music, fireworks (10pm Sat.), contests and more. 10am-10:30pm today, 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. Citywide in Snohomish. 360-568-7076. www.klahayadays.com.
South Sound
Maple Valley Kids' Festival. Inflatable toys, water games, entertainment (Brian Waite Band 3:30pm) and more. Toddlers-age 12. 11am-5pm. FREE. Lake Wilderness Park, 22500 SE 248th St., Maple Valley. 425-413-8800. www.maplevalley.org.
Harry Harbor. City-wide Harry Potter party in Gig Harbor. Party at Peninsula Library (2pm, 4424 Fosdick Dr.) with food, crafts and a reading. Followed by activities at Skansie Brothers Park, 3207 Harborview Dr.: make a magic wand (4pm). Pose with your Harry Potter book for a community photo (5pm). Community read-aloud of the first few paragraphs from Harry Potter and the Deathly Hollows (6pm). Outdoor movie at 8:30pm – Happy Feet (PG). FREE. www.gigharborguide.com.
Auburn Idol Jr. Karaoke or serious singers can audition today (11am-1:30pm) or Sun. (1-3:30pm), finals concert Aug. 3. Ages 8-15 residing within the Auburn School District boundary. $10 audition fee. Mural Stage, downtown Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.
In The Spirit. Northwest Native American Arts Market and Festival includes art, food, dance groups, storytellers and musicians. 10am-4pm today, noon-4:30pm Sun. Outdoor activities FREE, demonstrations included with admission. $8, $7 seniors, $6 ages 6-17 and military, free ages 4 and younger, $25 family (two adults and up to four children). Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 1-888-BE-THERE (238-4373). http://washingtonhistory.org/arts-festival.
Summer Outdoor Cinema. Today's feature is RV (PG). Dusk. FREE. Bradley Lake Park, 531 31st Ave. SE, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
The King County Fair. King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw. See July 18.
CinemaGig Outdoors. Skansie Brothers Park, Gig Harbor. See July 7.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Washington Hispanic Festival. Ethnic food, children’s activities, music, entertainment, education and health activities, dance workshops and more. 10am-9pm today, 11am-6pm Sun. FREE. Centralia College, 600 Centralia College Blvd., Centralia. 360-748-8619. www.washingtonhispanicfestival.com.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seattle Area
Chinatown Seafair Parade. Features 100-foot Chinese dragon. 7 pm. FREE. Between S Jackson and S King St., Seattle. 206-949-4868. www.chinesechamber.net.
Centennial Berry Bash. Farmers’ market, music, chefs, kids’ activities and blueberry pie eating contests. 11am-4pm. FREE. Pike Place Market, between Virginia and Pike St., west of First Ave., Seattle. Public Market Parking Garage, 1531 Western Ave., Seattle. 206-774-5254. www.pikeplacemarket.org.
Cyclefest. Cascade Bicycle Club sponsored Tour de France-inspired event includes a family bicycle treasure hunt, kids’ bicycle parade, food, booths, bike polo competition, street sprint racing, and an outdoor screening of part of the Tour de France (dusk). 3-10:30pm. FREE. Sandpoint Magnuson Park, 7400 SandPoint Way, Seattle. 206-522-3222. www.cascade.org.
Pista Sa Nayon. Festival features Filipino cuisine, arts and crafts, entertainment, and more in a family atmosphere. 9am-8pm. FREE. Seward Park Amphitheater, Lake Washington Blvd. S and S Juneau St., Seattle. 206-296-4004. www.pista.org.
Bite of Seattle. Seattle Center, Seattle. See July 20.
Bon Odori Festival. Seattle Buddhist Church, Seattle. See July 21.
The Reluctant Dragon. Volunteer Park Amphitheater, Seattle. See July 21.
Seafair Indian Days Pow Wow. Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center, Seattle. See July 20.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
White Center Jubilee Days. White Center. See July 21.
Flying Straw-cers. Museum of Flight, Seattle. See July 14.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Sand Blast Festival. McCormick Park, Duvall. See July 21.
Camlann Medieval Faire. Camlann Medieval Association, Carnation. See July 21.
Day Out With Thomas™. Northwest Railway Museum, Snoqualmie. See July 13.
Footloose – The Musical. Youth Theatre Northwest, Mercer Island. See July 13.
North Sound
Kla Ha Ya Days. Snohomish. See July 21.
South Sound
Auburn Idol Jr. Mural Stage, Auburn. See July 21.
The King County Fair. King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw. See July 18.
In The Spirit. Washington State History Museum, Tacoma. See July 21.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Musical Tour of the Americas. Hands-on children’s rhythm and percussion workshop (2pm) followed by performance by Bochinché (3:30pm). Takes place in garden setting. $25, $15 ages 11 and younger, pre-registration only. Bloedel Reserve, 7571 NE Dolphin Dr., Bainbridge Island. 206-842-7631. www.bloedelreserve.org.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Washington Hispanic Festival. Centralia College, Centralia. See July 21.
Seattle Area
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Seattle Area
Lunchtime Music Series. Halau Hula O’ Napualani performs Pacific Island dance. Noon-1pm. FREE. Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, 2021 NW 190th St., Shoreline. 206-546-5041. www.cityofshoreline.com/parks.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Kids First Concert. Rene Bibaud, professional jump roper. Noon-1pm. FREE. The Lodge at Beaver Lake, 25101 SE 24th St., Sammamish. 425-295-0500. www.ci.sammamish.wa.us.
North Sound
Music in the Parks. Legion Park, Everett. See July 10.
South Sound
Children's Concert Series. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. See July 10.
Seattle Area
Kids’ Day. Entertainment, hands-on activities, exhibits, games and the Wenatchee Youth Circus (1:30 or 6pm, $1). No pets. Part of Renton River Days. 11am-5pm. FREE. Liberty Park, 1100 Bronson Way N, Renton. 425-430-6528. www.rentonriverdays.org.
Swingin’ Summer Eve. Music, games, inflatables, used book sale and community barbecue. 5:30-8:30pm. FREE, nominal fee for barbecue and inflatables. Cromwell Park, N 179th St. and Meridian Ave., Shoreline. 206-418-3383. www.cityofshoreline.com/parks.
Greenwood Seafair Parade. Includes a kids’ section. 6pm. FREE. Greenwood Ave. from N 105th St. to N 85th St., west to Sixth Ave. NW, Seattle. 206-633-0422. www.greenwoodparade.com.
Comedy Film Marathon. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See July 18.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Peanut Butter and Jam. Cascade View Park, Tukwila. See July 11.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
First Tech Movies @ Marymoor Park. Redmond. See July 18.
Summer Performing Arts. Marina Park, Kirkland. See July 11.
North Sound
Puppets at the Library. Main Library, Everett. See July 11.
Wonderstage. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, Lynnwood. See July 11.
Shakespeare in the Park. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, Lynnwood. See July 18.
Children’s Concert Series. Liberty Park, Mill Creek. See July 11.
South Sound
Kids Summerstage. Les Gove Park, Auburn. See July 18.
Hooked on History. White River Valley Museum, Auburn. See July 18.
Wednesday Picnic Performance. Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park, Kent. See July 11.
Seattle Area
Twisted Flicks. Cheesy “B” movie shown with live, improvised dialogue, sound effects and music based on audience suggestions. All ages. 8pm today through Sat. $10, $9 with non-perishable food donation. Historic University Theater, 5510 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-781-5761. www.twistedflicks.com.
Comedy Film Marathon. Northwest Film Forum, Seattle. See July 18.
Terrific Trolls! Nordic Heritage Museum, Seattle. See July 5.
All Nations Cup. Fort Dent Park, Tukwila. See July 13.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
Kids’ Show. Linda Severt entertains on the grass outside Robinswood Park Barn. 1:30pm. FREE. 2430 148th Ave. SE, Bellevue. 425-452-6881. www.ci.bellevue.wa.us.
Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy music from Christy McWilson. Noon-1:30pm. FREE. City Hall Plaza, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
Mommy’s Night Out. Luxurious night for moms includes fashion show, massages, refreshments and more. Donate gently used children’s clothing to receive discount on purchases. 6-9pm. Entrance by invitation only (invitations available at the store). Hush Baby, Redmond Town Center, 7303 164th Ave. NE, Redmond. 425-761-5019. www.hushbabyredmond.com.
Storytime. Barnes & Noble, Bellevue. See July 5.
North Sound
Shakespeare in the Park. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, Lynnwood. See July 18.
South Sound
Market Play Days. Children’s Museum of Tacoma, Tacoma. See July 5.
Thursday Playground Performances. West Fenwick Park, Kent. See July 19.
Seattle Area
Renton River Days. Weekend fun includes a skate park exhibition (1-3:30pm today), Nibble of Renton (11am-8pm through Sun.), Weekend Fun for Kids with entertainment and hands-on activities (noon-6pm today, 10am-6pm Sat., noon-5pm Sun.), River Days Parade (10am Sat.), chalk art contest (noon Sat.), Rubber Ducky Derby (4:30pm Sun.) and more. Liberty Park, 1100 Bronson Way N, and other Renton locations. 425-430-6528. www.rentonriverdays.org.
The Odyssey. This version incorporates circus, puppetry, gymnastics, music and dance. Performed by ages 9-14 from Seattle Public Theater’s youth program. 7pm today through Sat., 2pm Sat.-Sun. FREE, donation suggested. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, 7312 W Greenlake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-524-1300. www.seattlepublictheater.org.
Seussical. Annual teen musical. Favorite Dr. Seuss characters in classic tales for all ages. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Aug. 12. $12, $10 students and seniors. Carco Theatre, 1717 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton. 425-430-6751. www.rentonwa.gov.
Music Under the Stars. Lakeside School, Seattle. See July 3.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See July 26.
Summer Family Concert. Magnuson Amphitheater, Seattle. See July 6.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
Bellevue Art Festivals. Downtown Bellevue celebrates the arts as three festivals converge: Bellevue Arts Museum ArtsFair features arts and crafts, Kids' Fair (hands-on activities), demonstrations, entertainment, food and FREE admission to Bellevue Arts Museum. 9:30am-9:30pm today through Sat., 9:30am-6pm Sun. FREE. www.bellevuearts.org. Bellevue Festival of the Arts includes arts and crafts, food and music. 10am-8pm today through Sat., 10am-6pm Sun. FREE. Cost Plus World Market lot, 10300 NE Eighth St., Bellevue. www.bellevuefest.org. 6th Street Fair offers food, music and art. 10am-8pm today through Sat., 10am-6pm Sun. FREE. www.bellevuedowntown.org. Free shuttles from South Bellevue, South Kirkland and Houghton Park & Ride locations.
Library Entertainment. Brothers From Different Mothers juggle their way through Clueless in Seattle. 5:30pm. FREE. The Library Connection @ Crossroads, 15600 NE Eighth St., Suite K-11, Bellevue. 425-644-6203. www.kcls.org/srp.
Free Friday Nights. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See July 6.
North Sound
Tour de Terrace. Entertainment, food, carnival rides and games, miniature golf, arts and crafts, parade (7pm today), fireworks (10pm Sat.) and more. Noon-11pm today, 9am-11pm Sat., 9am-6pm Sun. FREE. Evergreen Playfield, 22400 56th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-7331. www.tourdeterrace.org.
Outdoor Movie Nite. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to watch Wallace & Gromit in The Curse of the Were-Rabbit (G) on an inflatable screen. Dusk. FREE. Frances Anderson Center Playfield, 700 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-0230. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us.
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.
Aquafest. Family-oriented community festival includes land and water sports, arts and crafts, carnival, food, entertainment, parade (kids’ 6pm today, grand 1pm Sat.), fireworks (10pm Sat.) and more. Noon-11pm today, 10am-11pm Sat., 10am-5pm Sun. FREE. Downtown Lake Stevens. 425-397-2334. www.aquafest.org.
Cinema Under the Stars. Thornton A. Sullivan Park, Everett. See July 13.
Cyndi Soup’s Imagine Inn. Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater, Snohomish. See July 20.
South Sound
Enumclaw Street Fair. Arts and crafts market, farmers’ market (9am-noon), entertainment, kids’ area with games, crafts, storytimes, pony rides, petting zoo, inflatables and more. 9am-9pm through Sat. FREE. Cole St., downtown Enumclaw. www.enumclawstreetfair.com.
Covington Days Festival. Vendors, fireworks (tonight), art show, parade (Sat.), picnic (noon Sun.), entertainment, quilt show ($4) and more. 5-11pm today, 10am-dusk Sat., 10am-3pm Sun. FREE. Various locations, downtown Covington. 425-432-9140.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Silverdale Whaling Days. Music, food, arts and crafts, fireworks (10pm today), parade (10am Sat.), outrigger canoe races (Sun.), kids’ area and more. 5-10:30pm today, 11am-10pm Sat., 11am-6pm Sun. FREE. Various locations, Silverdale. 360-692-1107. www.whalingdays.com.
Rumpelstiltskin. Performed by students (grades 1-2) of Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 11am. FREE, donations accepted. The King Stag. Performed by students (grades 3-4). 12:30pm. FREE, donations accepted. The World of Shakespeare – Comedy & Tragedy. Performed by students (grades 5-9). 3pm and 7:30pm. $10. The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.theplayhouse.org.
Seussical the Musical. Popular Dr. Seuss characters come to life onstage. 7:30pm Fridays, 2pm and 7:30pm Saturdays through Aug. 4. Call for cost. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, 525 Camano Ave., Langley, Whidbey Island. 800-638-7631. www.wicaonline.com.
Seattle Area
Seafair Torchlight Parade. Co-sponsored by Seattle’s Child. 7:30 pm. FREE. Reserved seats available. Parade begins at Seattle Center and moves south on Fourth Ave. to Second Ave. and King St., Seattle. Preceded by the Torchlight Run (6:30pm). 206-728-0123. www.seafair.com.
Ballard SeafoodFest. Celebrate Ballard's heritage with arts and crafts booths, seafood vendors, family entertainment, contests and a kids' area. 11am-8pm today, noon-7pm Sun. FREE. 2208 NW Market St., Seattle. 206-784-9705. www.seafoodfest.org.
Shakespeare in the Park. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy Two Gentlemen of Verona. 7pm. FREE, donations welcome. Dottie Harper Park, 421 SW 146th St., Burien. Parking at Burien Community Center Auditorium, 425 SW 144th, Burien. 206-244-7808. www.burienparks.net.
Kids Day Reunion. Thirtieth anniversary of WACAP, celebrating adoptive families with a catered meal. 11am-3pm. $10, ages 10 and younger free. Woodland Park, 50th Ave. NW and Woodland Park Way, Seattle. 206-957-2956. www.wacap.org.
Happy Birthday Boeing Field! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn the history of 79-year-old Boeing Field, then build your own airfield model. 11:15am and 1:15pm through Sun. 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.
Beach Exploration. Seven local beaches, Seattle. See July 1.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
The Reluctant Dragon. Volunteer Park Amphitheater, Seattle. See July 21.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See July 26.
Renton River Days. See July 27.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Seussical. Carco Theatre, Renton. See July 27.
The Odyssey. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See July 27.
Joseph and the Amazing... Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See July 13.
Eastside
SummerStage. Kids’ treasure hunt (2pm) followed by entertainment from Captain Bogg & Salty (3pm). FREE. McCormick Park, 26200 NE Stephens St., Duvall. 425-788-2983. www.summerstage.net.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Enjoy this all-ages musical comedy in an outdoor amphitheater overlooking Snoqualmie Falls. 3 and 8pm Saturdays, 3pm Sundays through Sept. 2. $16, $14 seniors and students, $6 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger. Dinner $5-$16, reservations required. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, 36800 David Powell Rd. SE, Fall City. 425-736-7252. www.foresttheater.org.
Bellevue Art Festivals. Downtown Bellevue. See July 27.
Outdoor Movie Night. The Plaza at Carillon Point, Kirkland. See July 21.
Camlann Medieval Faire. Camlann Medieval Association, Carnation. See July 21.
North Sound
Insect Safari! Weird and wonderful specimens from insect expert Don Ehlen. 1pm, Evergreen Branch; 3:30pm Main Library. FREE. Evergreen Branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, Everett. Main Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030. www.epls.org.
Nubian Jam. Fifteenth annual community festival sponsored by Black Heritage Committee includes music, dance, food and art. 11am-8pm. FREE. Forest Park, 802 E Mukilteo Blvd., Everett. 425-257-8300. www.everettwa.org/parks.
Sneak Peek. Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE gives a sneak preview of the musical production Suessical™. 11am. Included with admission. $6.50. Imagine Children’s Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006. www.imaginecm.org.
Low Tide Beach Walk. Brackett's Landing Beach, Edmonds. See July 1.
Aquafest. Downtown Lake Stevens. See July 27.
Reading With Rover. Edmonds Library, Edmonds. See July 14.
Late Night Campfire. Jetty Island, Everett. See July 14.
Tour de Terrace. Evergreen Playfield, Mountlake Terrace. See July 27.
South Sound
Kids' Triathlon. Federal Escape Triathlon includes a tri for ages 14 and younger. 11:30am. $25, register online by July 19. Five Mile Lake Park, 36429 44th Ave. S, Federal Way. www.trifreak.com.
Summer Sounds Outdoor Cinema. Entertainment, Tacoma Idol contest and film, Akeelah & the Bee (PG). 6:30pm. FREE. Wright Park, Sixth and S Yakima, Tacoma. 253-305-1000. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games. Competitive dancing, piping and drumming, traditional food, arts and crafts and more. No pets. 8am-11pm today, 8am-5:30pm Sun. $12, $9 ages 5-17, military and seniors, free younger than 5, $4 parking. Enumclaw Expo Center, 45224 284th Ave. SE, Enumclaw. 206-522-2541. www.sshga.org.
Shark Week. Touch shark skin, create a shark craft, watch Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium staff dive among sharks and more. 9:30am-6pm through Aug. 4. Included with admission. $10, $9 seniors, $8 ages 5-12, $4 ages 3-4, discount for Pierce County residents. 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337. www.pdza.org.
Ethnic Fest. Celebrate the different cultures that make up the Tacoma population. Entertainment, food, vendors and kids’ fun zone. Noon-7pm through Sun. FREE. Wright Park, 501 South “I” St., Tacoma. 253-305-1076. www.ethnicfesttacoma.com.
Beach Exploration. Des Moines Beach Park . See July 1.
Enumclaw Street Fair. Downtown Enumclaw. See July 27.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Silverdale Whaling Days. See July 27.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seussical the Musical. Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, Langley.
Seattle Area
Pigs on Parade Street Scramble. Urban orienteering event; search for pig sculptures on foot or bike. At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for 90 minutes or three hours. Rules and tips online. Registration 8:30am, start 10am. $20-$30, $10-$15 ages 13-21, $5 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger, $30-$45 family team. Either Victor Steinbrueck Park, Virginia St. & Western Ave., Seattle or Pike Place Market, Seattle. (Event not finalized at press time; check details online.) 206-367-0839. www.streetscramble.com.
Bicycle Saturdays and Sundays. Lake Washington Blvd., Seattle. See July 14.
Sneak Peek. Village Theatre’s KIDSTAGE gives a sneak preview of the musical production Suessical™. 11am. Included with admission. $6.50. Imagine Children’s Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006. www.imaginecm.org.
Beach Exploration. Seven local beaches, Seattle. See July 1.
Outdoor Concert at the Locks. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Seattle. See July 1.
Ballard SeafoodFest. Downtown Ballard, Seattle. See July 28.
Happy Birthday Boeing Field! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See July 28.
Renton River Days. See July 27.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
The Odyssey. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See July 27.
Seussical. Carco Theatre, Renton. See July 27.
Eastside
Me, Mom & Dad Tri. “Sprint-distance” event designed to be short, fun and family-friendly. Form a family team. 5:30am registration, 8am first wave. $55, donations to Treehouse accepted. Lake Sammamish State Park, E Lake Sammamish Pkwy. SE, Issaquah (exit 15 off I-90). www.memomanddadtri.com.
Tour de Peaks. Scenic bicycle ride includes 4-mile family ride and great food stops. ANSI-approved helmet required. Ride at your own pace. Starts 7-10am, ride 7am-4pm. $27 before July 13, $35 after, $5 ages 3-12, free younger than 3. The day ends with music, entertainment prizes, food, kids’ activities and more. Meadowbrook Farm, 1599 Boalch Ave. NW, North Bend. 425-888-4440. www.tourdepeaks.com.
Let's Go Fishing! Ages 8-13 (with adult) learn fishing techniques. Equipment provided. Fish on Lake Washington with instructor after class. 1-3pm. $16, pre-register. Luther Burbank Park boat dock (main parking lot), 2040 84th Ave. SE, Mercer Island. 206-236-3545. www.ci.mercer-island.wa.us.
Bellevue Art Festivals. Downtown Bellevue. See July 27.
Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games. Enumclaw Expo Center, Enumclaw. See July 28.
Camlann Medieval Faire. Camlann Medieval Association, Carnation. See July 21.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Snoqualmie Falls Forest Theater, Fall City. See July 28.
North Sound
Low Tide Beach Walk. Marina Beach, Edmonds. See July 14.
Aquafest. Downtown Lake Stevens. See July 27.
Tour de Terrace. Evergreen Playfield, Mountlake Terrace. See July 27.
South Sound
Steilacoom Salmon Bake. Grilled salmon on the shores of Puget Sound. Paddle-Row Regatta includes canoes, kayaks and rowing shells (fun paddle 10am, race 1pm). All ages. Noon-4pm. $15, $14 seniors, $6 children. Sunnyside Beach, Lafayette St., Steilacoom. 253-584-4133. www.steilacoomhistorical.org.
Entertainment at the Library. The Brian Waite Band presents The Treasure Map. 5-5:45pm. FREE. Des Moines Library – Marvista Park, SW 200th and Fourth Ave. SW, Normandy Park. 206-824-6066. www.kcls.org.
Ethnic Fest. Wright Park, Tacoma. See July 28.
Shark Week. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Tacoma. See July 28.
Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See July 6.
Farther Afield
Silverdale Whaling Days. See July 27.
Olympic Music Festival. Olympic Peninsula. See July 1.
Seattle
Author Appearance. Family nutrition expert Bridget Swinney, R.D., is author of new book Baby Bites: Everything You Need to Know About Feeding Babies and Toddlers in One Handy Book. 3-4pm she’ll answer questions about infant feeding. 4-5pm she’ll give a talk on “Infant Feeding 101: Starting Solids.” Gracewinds Perinatal, 1421 NW 70th, Seattle. 206-781-9871. www.gracewindsperinatal.com.
Eastside
Entertainment at the Library. The Brian Waite Band presents The Treasure Map. 1-1:45pm and 2-2:45pm. FREE. Issaquah Library, 10 W Sunset Way, Issaquah. 425-392-5430. www.kcls.org.
North Sound
Sand Sculpting Contest. Annual contest gives amateurs of all ages a chance to show off their sand building skills. Sign ups start 10am, judging 12:30pm. FREE. Marina Beach, south of Admiral Way, Edmonds waterfront. 425-771-0230. www.ci.edmonds.wa.us
Magic Tree House Party. Travel back in time this summer like Jack and Annie. Crafts, games and more. Ages 5-11. 2pm. FREE. Mountlake Terrace Library, 23300 58th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-8722. www.sno-isle.org.
South Sound
Shark Week. Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Tacoma. See July 28.
Seattle Area
Lunchtime Music Series. One World Taiko performs traditional Japanese drumming. Noon-1pm. FREE. Hamlin Park, 16006 15th Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-546-5041. www.cityofshoreline.com/parks.
The Green Sheep. Children’s Museum, Seattle. See July 1.
Eastside
Chalk Art Fest. Create a sidewalk masterpiece. All ages. Noon-5pm, winners announced 6pm. FREE. Community Center lawn, 301 Rainier Blvd. S, Issaquah. 425-837-3300. www.ci.issaquah.wa.us.
North Sound
Music in the Parks. Legion Park, Everett. See July 10.
South Sound
Children's Concert Series. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. See July 10.
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