December 2005
Editor’s Note: Event information is subject to cancellation or change. Please phone ahead to confirm event dates, times and costs.
Spotlight: A Different Kind of Jungle Opens for Parents and Kids
Thursday, Dec. 1
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Welcome winter and its holidays with continuous entertainment and activities at Seattle Center through Jan. 2. Ice skating, carousel, holiday train exhibit, concerts, dances, cultural performances, storytelling, poetry, special events, exhibits and more. 10am-7pm daily (ice rink and carousel 11am-8pm Sundays through Thursdays, 11am-10pm Fridays and Saturdays). FREE (ice rink $5, $3 ages 6 to 12, free younger than 5, $2 skates; carousel $1). 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.seattlecenter.com.
Free Museum visit. Museum of History and Industry is FREE first Thursdays. 10am-8pm; 11am and 2pm guided tours. 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org.
Little Women. Book-It Theatre stages Louisa May Alcott's classic. Various dates and times through Dec. 23. $15 to $30. Seattle Center House Theatre, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-216-0833. www.book-it.org.
The Sound of Music. The Rodgers and Hammerstein musical based on the true story of the Trapp family singers who fled their native Austria to escape the Nazi regime. 7:30pm Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 8pm Thursdays through Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays, 1:30 and 7pm Sundays through Dec. 18. $19 to $71. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-621-PLAY (7529). www.5thavenuetheatre.org.
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge. Humorous follow-up to A Christmas Carol. Recommended for ages 5 and older. 7:30pm Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays through Dec. 30. $21 to $30. Taproot Theatre, 204 N 85th St., Seattle. 206-781-9707. www.taproottheatre.org.
Voices of Christmas. A multi-cultural sharing of holiday experiences both poignant and humorous through stories, skits and songs. All ages. 7:30pm Tuesdays through Fridays, 3 and 7:30pm most Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 26. $12 to $30. ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave SW, Seattle. 206-938-0339. www.artswest.org.
Eastside
Magic Season. Annual holiday events continue in downtown Bellevue. Magic Season Ice Arena in Bellevue’s Downtown Park is a partially open-air arena with a warming hut. 11am-11pm daily through Jan. 1. $6, $8 includes skates (cash only). 10201 NE Fourth St., Bellevue. 425-451-2455. Design in Light features light sculptures created by local architecture, engineering and construction firms. NE Sixth St. pedestrian corridor. FREE. 425-451-2455. Snowflake Lane along sidewalks of Bellevue Square, Bellevue Place and Lincoln Square features live toy soldiers, music and a light show. 7pm Saturdays, 5pm Sundays through Dec. 18, 4pm Dec. 24. FREE. 425-454-8096. Bellevue Botanical Garden creates Garden D'Lights, a winter garden with thousands of mini-lights in plant and animal shapes. 5-9:30pm daily through Jan. 1. Entertainment 7pm Mondays through Thursdays through Dec. 15 (see schedule online). FREE, donations encouraged. 12001 Main St., Bellevue. 425-451-3755. www.bellevuebotanical.org. www.magicseason.com.
CATS. Village Theatre presents Andrew Lloyd Webber's Broadway musical. Family guide available online. Family rooms for younger than 4. 8pm Wednesdays through Saturdays and selected Tuesdays, 2pm Sundays and selected Saturdays, 7pm selected Sundays through Dec. 31. $24 to $48. 303 Front St. N, Issaquah. 425-392-2202. www.villagetheatre.org.
Snohomish County
Civic Lights. Lynnwood’s annual celebration features children’s stories, holiday crafts, entertainment, Santa photos and more. All ages. 6-9pm. FREE. Lynnwood Civic Center, 19100 44th Ave. W, Lynnwood. 425-771-4030. www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us.
Oliver! The Driftwood Players perform the musical version of Charles Dickens' classic. Recommended for the whole family. 8pm Thursdays through Saturdays, 2pm Sundays, through Dec. 18. $17 to $20. Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. 425-774-9600. www.driftwoodplayers.com.
Farther Afield
Peter Pan. Performed by students grades five to eight from Bainbridge Performing Arts Theatre School. 7:30pm today and Fri., 3pm Sat. $12, $9 students and seniors. The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.theplayhouse.org.
Friday, Dec. 2
Seattle Area
Fruitcake Follies. Annual fruitcake competition culminates in a fruitcake relay. Teams of four speed-walk through a marked course while holding a platter of fruitcakes. Noon. Anyone can participate in the Fruitcake Toss. 2pm (meet by Rachel the Pig). FREE. Pike Place Market, Pike Place, Seattle. www.pikeplacemarket.org.
Clam Lights. City of Renton’s annual holiday event. Entertainment (6:30pm) and Clam Lights lighting on Coulon Beach (7:30pm – see Clam Lights nightly through Jan. 1). Gene Coulon Beach Park, 1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N, Renton. 425-430-6700. www.ci.renton.wa.us.
Family Friday. Family activities at Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center. Today's topic is Salmon's Remarkable Journey. 7-8:30pm. FREE, pre-register. 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.ci.seattle.wa.us/parks.
Great Figgy Pudding Street Corner Caroling Competition. Annual event involves more than 40 teams of carolers competing in various categories, in and around Westlake Center. 6:30-7:30pm competition, 7:35-8:30pm awards ceremony and community singalong. FREE. Pine St. between Third Ave. and Seventh Ave., Seattle. www.pikemarketseniorcenter.org.
Sleeping Beauty. Musical retelling of the well-loved fairy tale features a headstrong princess and new characters. Recommended for ages 5 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 4 (plus special added holiday performances in Dec). $15 to $30. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
The Nutcracker Puppet Ballet. Hand puppets, rod puppets, shadow puppets and trick puppets help tell the tale of Clara's magical adventure. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 7:30pm Fridays, 1 and 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 18 (ASL performance 1 pm Dec. 3). $9.50, $8 seniors, $7.50 children. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Adaptation of the Dylan Thomas poem, performed by student actors from Stone Soup Theatre and professional adult actors. 7:30pm Fridays, 3 and 7:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 17. $12, $8 per family. 4035 Stone Way N, Seattle. 206-675-TIXS (8497). www.stonesouptheatre.com.
Nutcracker. Pacific Northwest Ballet presents a Seattle holiday tradition. Sets and costumes by children’s author and illustrator Maurice Sendak. Various times and dates through Dec. 28. $18 to $102, family packages $140 to $367 (four tickets plus coupons for cookies and milk or cider). McCaw Hall, 301 Mercer St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-2424. www.pnb.org.
4 Christmases. Holiday production by Centerstage Theatre. Ages 5 to adult. 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Dec. 11. $7 to $20. Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way. 253-661-1444. www.centerstagetheatre.com.
Nothing is the Same. Play by Honolulu Theatre for Youth takes a look at lives and friendships of four children of Korean, Japanese and Filipino descent living in Hawaii after the bombing of Pearl Harbor. Recommended for ages 8 and older. 7pm today, 2 and 5:30pm Sat. $15 to $30. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
Black Nativity: A Gospel Song Play. Hand-clapping, roof-raising musical celebration features an on-stage band, modern dancers and gospel singers. All ages. $35 to $42. Various times Tuesdays through Sundays, through Dec. 24. Intiman Theatre, 201 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-269-1900. www.intiman.org.
A Christmas Carol. A Seattle tradition, Charles Dickens’ classic returns to ACT Theatre. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Various dates and times through Dec. 24. $19 to $37. ACT’s Allen Theatre, Kreielsheimer Place, 700 Union St., Seattle. 206-292-7676. www.acttheatre.org.
Little Women. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
Woodinville Light Festival. Tree lighting ceremony, Santa’s arrival, kids’ crafts, Elf Express lighted train, model train displays, entertainment and more. 5:30-9 pm. FREE. Woodinville Community Center, 17401 133rd Ave. NE, Woodinville. 425-984-2346. www.ci.woodinville.wa.us.
Tree Lighting, Firehouse Munch. Community tree lighting at Mercerdale Park followed by entertainment, Santa photos, refreshments and children’s coloring contest at North Fire Station. 7-9pm. FREE. Bring unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots Drive. Mercerdale Park, 77th SE and SE 32nd, Mercer Island. North Fire Station, 3030 SE 78th, Mercer Island. 206-236-3545. www.ci.mercer-island.wa.us.
Holiday Family Skate. Everyone skates 6-7pm today and Dec. 9. Helmets recommended for beginners. $3, rental skates included. Kingsgate Arena, 14326 124th Ave. NE, Kirkland. 425-587-3300. www.kirklandparks.net.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. The classic fairy tale with some creative SPROUTS twists. An original hour-long musical featuring adult, professional actors from the Mainstage Series at SecondStory Repertory. Recommended for ages 4 and older. 7pm Fridays, 1 and 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 18. 1pm Dec. 4 is Small Sibling Sunday, admitting children younger than 3. $8.50, reservations recommended. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Upstairs at Redmond Town Center, 16587 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-881-6777. www.secondstoryrep.org.
’Twas the Night. Family musical comedy loosely based on the famous holiday poem. This is the fifth season for the holiday favorite, written by the creative team from StoryBook Theater. Ages 5 and older. 7pm Fridays, 10am, 1, 4 and 7pm Saturdays, 1 and 4pm Sundays through Dec. 18. $11. Studio East, 402 Sixth St. S, Kirkland. 1-877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.
A Christmas Carol. Charles Dickens' classic story of redemption. 7pm Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 12, 2 and 7pm Dec. 17. $15, $10 seniors and children. Unity Theater, 119.5 North Bend Way, North Bend. 425-831-5667. www.spolin.com/unitytheater.
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Snohomish County
Bothell Winterfest. Community singalong, tree lighting, Santa and hayrides. 6:30-7:30pm. FREE. Park at Bothell Landing, 9919 NE 180th St., Bothell. 425-486-7430. www.ci.bothell.wa.us.
Book Fair. Meet authors and have books signed. Children's authors, storytimes and entertainment at Read My Books shop. 10am-8pm through Sat. FREE. Country Village, 23730 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell. 425-483-2250. www.countryvillagebothell.com.
A Christmas Story. All Ralphie wants for Christmas is a Red Ryder BB gun. Jean Shepherd’s classic story set in the 1940s. 8pm Fridays and Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Dec. 11. $16, $14 seniors, military and students, $9 ages 12 and younger. Historic Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. 425-258-6766. www.everetttheatre.org.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Stage adaptation of C. S. Lewis' classic presented by the Jackson High School Theatre Society. Ages 4 and older. 6:30 Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 10. $7 adults, $5 students, $3 younger than 10, available at the door. 158 136th St. SE, Mill Creek. kguffey@everett.wednet.edu.
Farther Afield
Peter Pan. The Playhouse, Bainbridge Island. See Dec. 1.
Saturday, Dec. 3
Seattle Area
Salmon Migration. Watch chum salmon making their annual migration up the creeks in Carkeek Park. Trained Salmon Stewards are stationed by Piper's Creek to answer questions. FREE. 11am-2pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 11. 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.ci.seattle.wa.us/parks.
Marsh Restoration. Help People for Puget Sound restore part of the Duwamish River by planting trees and shrubs. Bring sturdy footwear, sack lunch. All ages; ages 10 and younger with one-on-one adult supervision. 9am-2pm. FREE. Diagonal Ave. S and Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-382-7007. www.pugetsound.org.
Drawing Jam. Seattle Academy of Fine Art’s annual drawing fest features figure, portrait, costumed and dancing models, food, live music, free drawing supplies and a kids' art room. Recommended for artists of all ages and skill levels. 10am-10pm. Suggested donation $10 or art book, free younger than 12. 1501 10th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-526-2787. www.seattlefineart.org.
Burien Winterfest. Horse and carriage rides, hayrides, photos with Santa and more. 10am-3pm. FREE. Olde Burien, SW 152nd St. between Ambaum and 10th SW, Burien. 206-433-2882. www.discoverburien.com.
Concert for Kids. Multicultural storytelling and music from Allan Hirsch. Ages 3 and older. 11am. $2 to $3, free ages 17 and younger. Renton Historical Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S, Renton (park on the opposite side of Mill St.). 425-255-2330. www.ci.renton.wa.us.
Breakfast with Santa. Pancake breakfast, holiday entertainment and Santa visit (photo additional fee). All ages. 9-11am. $5, limited seating. Tukwila Community Center, 12424 42nd Ave. S, Tukwila. 206-768-2822. www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Tree Lighting. Music, cider and Santa. 5-7pm. FREE. Piazza Park, S Third St. between Burnett Ave. S and Logan Ave. S, Renton. 425-917-0173. www.ci.renton.wa.us.
Search and Rescue! Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Coast Guard's lifesaving duties, then design and build your own rescue base. 11:15am and 1:15pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 24. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5 to 17, free younger than age 5. While there, check out the 100 Years of Flight outdoor holiday lighting display. 5:30-7:30pm daily through Jan. 2. FREE. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.
Santa Brunch. Join Santa at Macy's for breakfast and holiday play Holiday Ranch. 10am today, Dec. 4, 11, 17, 18, 22 and 23. $17.50, $15.50 ages 11 and younger, plus tax, reservations required. Third and Pine Streets, Seattle. 206-506-7599. www.bonmacys.com.
Winter Family Concert. Northwest Girlchoir's annual holiday concert includes a singalong. 1:30pm. $12, free ages 5 and younger. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-985-3973. www.northwestgirlchoir.org.
Discover Music! Seattle Symphony’s series for ages 5 to 12 continues with Holiday Classics: Peter and the Wolf to Nutcracker. 10am pre-concert activities, 11am performance. $20, $15 children and seniors. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Little Women. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Sleeping Beauty. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
4 Christmases. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 2.
The Nutcracker Puppet Ballet. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Nothing is the Same. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Eastside
Kid Crafts. Today, snowman place card holder. Dec. 10, gingerbread man wall hanging. Dec. 17, New Year's noisemaker. 11am-3pm. FREE. Lakeshore Learning Materials, 11027 NE Fourth St., Bellevue. 425-462-8076. www.lakeshorelearning.com.
Parents’ Night Out. Parents can take the evening off, knowing their children are enjoying activities, games, crafts and more. Ages 3 to 7 (must be potty-trained). 6-9pm. $7, pre-register. Woodinville Community Center, 17401 133rd Ave. NE, Woodinville. 425-398-9327. www.ci.woodinville.wa.us.
Santa Train. Board the Snoqualmie Valley Railroad at the decorated depot in North Bend for a 20-minute ride to the Snoqualmie depot. Visit Santa, receive a gift and free refreshments, then ride back to North Bend. Hourly departures 9am-3pm. $12 ages 2 and older, trains usually sell out. Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 12, plus Dec. 17. North Bend Depot, 205 McClellan St., North Bend. 425-888-2206. www.trainmuseum.org.
Happy Holly Day. Thistle Theatre’s production explores holiday traditions from around the world with various characters from dancing potatoes to Santa. Ages 3 to 12. 2 and 4pm through Sun. $9 adults, $7 children and seniors. Factoria Mall, 4089 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See Dec. 2.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 2.
A Christmas Carol. Unity Theater, North Bend. See Dec. 2.
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Snohomish County
Amtrak Holiday Open House. Amtrak Edmonds annual event includes Santa arriving by train, a model railroad layout by Swamp Creek and Western Railroad Club, Mrs. Claus and Tiny the elf, and refreshments. 9am-3pm. FREE, bring donation of non-perishable food items or a new, unwrapped toy. 211 Railroad Ave., Edmonds. 425-778-3213.
Merrysville for the Holidays. Community holiday celebration includes Electric Lights Parade (6:30pm), family outdoor concert (7pm), water tower lighting, food and a bonfire. FREE. Comeford Park, Fifth St. and State Ave., Marysville. 360-363-8400. www.ci.marysville.wa.us.
Kids’ Night Out. Kids enjoy snacks, playtime and snow-related activities at the Imagine Children’s Museum. Ages 4 to 12. 6-9pm. $20, $10 additional sibling, pre-register. 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006 ext. 1012. www.imaginecm.org.
Tree lighting. Visit Country Village for live music, complimentary roasted chestnuts and Santa's arrival. 7pm. FREE. 23730 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell. 425-483-2250. www.countryvillagebothell.com.
Teddy Bear Breakfast. Includes a play produced by Village Theatre, followed by ice skating at the public ice skating facility. Proceeds benefit Providence Children's Center. 10am-noon. $20. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 425-258-7500. www.providence.org/Everett.
Santa Pony Photos. Have your picture taken on a Santa hat-wearing horse from Equine Rescue Association of Marysville. 1-4pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 11. $7. 2506-B 128th St. NE, Marysville. 360-658-5494. www.equinerescueassociation.com.
The Nutcracker. Olympic Ballet's annual production of the traditional favorite. 2pm today and Sun. $20, $15 seniors and students, $12 ages 10 and younger. Mountlake Terrace Performing Arts Center, 21801 44th Ave. W, Mountlake Terrace. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.olympicballet.com.
Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The incorrigible Herdman kids take over the church pageant. 2pm Saturdays, 7pm Sundays, 8pm Mondays and Tuesdays through Dec. 13. $10 includes dessert buffet. Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. 425-774-9600. www.driftwoodplayers.com.
Book Fair. Country Village, Bothell. See Dec. 2.
A Christmas Story. Historic Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 2.
Oliver! Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Jackson High School, Mill Creek. See Dec. 2.
Farther Afield
Skagit Eagle Watch. Float the Skagit River with experienced rafting guides and eagle watchers in search of bald eagles congregating in the Skagit Preserve. Includes hot meal. Ages 6 to adult. 10am-3pm (hours vary). $69 to $88. 206-870-6527 (Des Moines Park & Recreation), 425-771-0230 (City of Edmonds), 425-587-3300 (Kirkland Parks), 425-771-4030 (Lynnwood Parks and Recreation), 425-556-2300 (Redmond Recreation) or 206-768-2822 (Tukwila Parks and Recreation). www.desmoineswa.gov, www.ci.edmonds.wa.us, www.kirklandparks.net, www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us, www.redmond.gov or www.ci.tukwila.wa.us.
Santa Train. Ride the Lake Whatcom Railway train with Santa. Vintage passenger cars pulled by diesel locomotive. Departures 9:30am, noon and 2:30pm Saturdays through Dec. 17. $14, $7 younger than age 18, free under age 2. Advance reservations, by mail only. Specify date, time, number of adults and children, and include check and self-addressed, stamped envelope and telephone number. PO Box 91, Acme, WA 98220. 360-595-2218. www.lakewhatcomrailway.com.
Alice's Looking Glass. Original production picks up where Lewis Carroll's classic stories left off. Ages 10 and older. 1 and 3pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 18 (no 3pm Dec. 11). Included with admission. $10, $8 seniors, military and students, $4 ages 6 to 12, free ages 6 and younger. Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 1-866-4MUSEUM (468-7386). www.museumofglass.org.
Peter Pan. The Playhouse, Bainbridge Island. See Dec. 1.
Sunday, Dec. 4
Seattle Area
Children’s Christmas in Scandinavia. Christmas celebration at the Nordic Heritage Museum includes crafts (1-2pm), Santa Lucia pageant, Scandinavian singing, Santa visit and dancing around the Christmas tree. 1-3:30pm. FREE, exhibits not included. 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.org.
A Red, White and Blue Christmas. Holiday concert performed by The 133rd Army Band of the Washington National Guard and Air National Guard Band of the Northwest includes a singalong. Ages 5 and older. 2:30pm. FREE, tickets required, non-perishable food donations accepted. Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 East Main St., Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.ci.auburn.wa.us.
Family First Sunday. Family activities including a kids' craft project at the Seattle Aquarium. Sea Turtles - World Travelers 11am-3pm today. Included with admission. $12, $8 ages 6 to 12, $5 ages 3 to 5, free ages 2 and younger. Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.
Holiday Tea. Family tea with Mrs. Claus includes entertainment, festive singalong and museum exhibits. 2pm. $22, $18 children, free younger than 2, space limited. Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org.
LUX: Winter Lights. Family concert by Seattle Pro Musica features choral music, carols and Chanukah songs and ends with a singalong of traditional carols. 3pm. Town Hall, Seattle. $20, $15 seniors, $5 children. 206-781-2766. www.seattlepromusica.org.
Salmon Migration. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Search and Rescue! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Santa Brunch. Macy's, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
The Nutcracker Puppet Ballet. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Little Women. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Sleeping Beauty. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Christmas Cabaret. Burien Community Center, Burien. See Dec. 3.
4 Christmases. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 2.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Eastside
Wildlife Tour. Join Juanita Bay Park volunteer rangers for an interpretive wildlife walk. Bring binoculars. 1pm. FREE. Meet in parking lot, 2201 Market St., Kirkland. 425-576-8805. www.elwas.org.
RedmondLights. Month-long celebration kicks off with entertainment and tree lighting at City Hall (3-5pm). Then walk the Sammamish River Trail. Along the way, enjoy entertainers and decorated boats. At Redmond Town Center, merchants host special events, kids' crafts and entertainment. Shuttle available 3:30-8:30pm between the center and City Hall. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16495 NE 74th St., Redmond. City Hall, 15670 NE 85th St., Redmond. 425-556-2300. www.redmond.gov.
Family Day at the Ice Arena. Join the Thunderbirds hockey team and Cool Bird on the ice. 11am-11pm daily through Jan. 1. $6, $8 includes skates (cash only). Magic Season Ice Arena, Bellevue Downtown Park, 10201 NE Fourth St., Bellevue. 425-451-2455. magicseason.com.
Happy Holly Day. Factoria Mall, Bellevue. See Dec. 3.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See Dec. 2.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 2.
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Snohomish County
Santa Pony Photos. Equine Rescue Association of Marysville. See Dec. 3.
The Nutcracker. Mountlake Terrace Performing Arts Center, Mountlake Terrace. See Dec. 3.
A Christmas Story. Historic Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 2.
Oliver! Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 3.
Farther Afield
Author appearance. Author Sandra Boynton presents her new book and CD,Dog Train: A Wild Ride on the Rock-and-Roll Side. 3pm. FREE. Eagle Harbor Books, 157 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-5332. www.eagleharborbooks.com.
Alice's Looking Glass. Museum of Glass, Tacoma. See Dec. 3.
Monday, Dec. 5
Seattle Area
All City Sing Rehearsal. Practice holiday songs with the All City Youth Choir. All vocal abilities welcome; newcomers learn music by ear. Noon-1:15pm. FREE. City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-4186. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
Concert organ demonstration. Seattle Symphony hosts a demonstration of the Watjen Concert Organ, a 26-foot high instrument with 4,490 pipes. Today’s recital is Holiday Favorites. Grades five and higher. 12:30pm; 1pm Benaroya Hall tour. FREE. 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4856. www.seattlesymphony.org
Festivals of Light. Annual series of cultural festivals at The Children’s Museum, Seattle. Diwali (traditional dance, storytelling and music of India) through Dec. 11. Las Posadas (traditional dance of Mexico) Dec. 12 through 18. Santa Lucia (Swedish procession and dance) Dec. 19 through 25. Hanukkah (Klezmer music, storytelling and dance) Dec. 26 through 31. Ages 2 to 12. 10am-5pm Mondays through Fridays, 10am-6pm weekends (performances1-3pm weekends). Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than 1. Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle Center, Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.
Salmon Migration. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Eastside
Holiday Traditions. Bring a holiday dessert to Teaching Parents Association meeting and join a discussion of holiday traditions. 7pm. FREE. Woodinville Library, 17105 Avondale Rd. NE, Woodinville. 206-654-5658. www.washtpa.org.
Snohomish County
Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 3.
Tuesday, Dec. 6
Seattle Area
Mama Mia! Broadway musical based on the songs of popular ’70s group ABBA. Rated PG. 7:30pm Mondays through Thursdays, 8pm Fridays, 2 and 8pm Saturdays, 1 and 6:30pm Sun. through Dec. 17. $25 to $70. The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.theparamount.com.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
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.
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Snohomish County
Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 3.
Wednesday, Dec. 7
Seattle Area
All City Sing. Holiday songs from the All City Youth Choir. Noon-1:15pm. FREE. City Hall, 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-4186. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Mama Mia! The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Eastside
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Thursday, Dec. 8
Seattle Area
Families Sing in Celebration. Interactive songfest for all ages. 6:30-8pm. FREE, canned food bank or cash donations accepted. 1501 N 45th St., Seattle. 206-694-6727. www.familyworksseattle.org.
Little Women. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Mama Mia! The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Eastside
Miracle on 34th Street. Musical is performed by Bellevue Youth Theatre. Two hours with intermission. Ages 3 and up. 7pm today through Sat., 1pm Sat. $8. The Theatre at Meydenbauer, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 206-325-6500. www.cityofbellevue.org.
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Snohomish County
Oliver! Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
Friday, Dec. 9
Seattle Area
Family Friday. Family activities at Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center. Today's topic is Green Holidays. 7-8:30pm. FREE, pre-register. 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.ci.seattle.wa.us/parks.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's annual concert includes holiday readings and traditional holiday carols. 7:30pm. $10-$15. Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 2330 Viewmont Way W, Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The incorrigible Herdman kids take over the church pageant. 7pm Thursdays through Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Dec. 24. $12 to $20. Seattle Public Theater at the Bathhouse on Greenlake, 7312 W Greenlake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-524-1300. www.seattlepublictheater.org.
Seussical. Musical based on the works of Dr. Seuss is performed by Explorer West Middle School students. 7pm through Sat. $10, $5 students, free younger than 10. 10015 28th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-935-0945. www.explorerwest.org.
Happy Holly Day. Thistle Theatre’s production explores holiday traditions from around the world with various characters from dancing potatoes to Santa. Ages 3 to 12. 7:30pm today, 1pm Sat. and Sun. $9 adults, $7 children and seniors. Magnuson Park, Theatre Bldg. 47, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.
The Nutcracker. Traditional entertainment by Evergreen City Ballet. 7:30pm today, 1:30 and 7:30pm Sat., 1:30 and 5:30 pm Sun. $12 to $25. Auburn Performing Arts Center, 700 E Main St., Auburn. 253-833-9039. www.evergreencityballet.org.
Little Women. Seattle Center House Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Nutcracker Puppet Ballet. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Sleeping Beauty. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Sound of Music. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
4 Christmases. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 2.
The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Mama Mia! The Paramount Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Voices of Christmas. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Christmas Cabaret. Burien Community Center, Burien. See Dec. 3.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Eastside
Santa Sitting. Games, crafts, treats and a holiday cartoon for ages 3 to 5 (potty trained) or 5 to 12. 6:30-10pm. $20 to $25, pre-register. 15231 Lake Hills Blvd., Bellevue. 425-746-1160 ext. 0. www.samena.com.
The Nutcracker Ballet. International Ballet Theatre's production includes costumes from Ukraine and a guest Russian soloist. 7:30pm through Sun., 2pm Sat. and Sun. $15 to $35. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
Holiday Family Skate. Kingsgate Arena, Kirkland. See Dec. 2.
Snow White and the Seven Dwarves. SPROUTS Children’s Theatre, Redmond. See Dec. 2.
‘Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 2.
A Christmas Carol. Unity Theater, North Bend. See Dec. 2.
Miracle on 34th Street. The Theatre at Meydenbauer, Bellevue. See Dec. 8.
CATS. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Snohomish County
Parents' Night Out. Pizza, swim, games and movies in a safe environment. Ages 5 to 12. 6:30-10pm. $13. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Oliver! Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Story. Historic Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 2.
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Jackson High School, Mill Creek. See Dec. 2.
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