December 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
Winterfest. Welcome winter and its holidays with continuous entertainment and activities through Dec. 31, including ice-skating (through Jan. 6), carousel, holiday train exhibit, concerts, dances, cultural performances, storytelling, films, special events, exhibits and more. Train exhibit 10am-7pm daily, ice rink and carousel 11am-8pm Sundays-Thursdays, 11am-10pm Fridays-Saturdays. FREE (ice rink $5, $3 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger with paying adult, $2 skates, cash only; carousel $1). Seattle Center House, Fisher Pavilion and grounds, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-684-7200. www.seattlecenter.com.
Family Storytime. “Young Gardeners” includes stories and activities that celebrate gardens, plants and nature. Ages 2-7 and parents. 10-10:45am. FREE. Elisabeth C. Miller Library, Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 NE 41st St., Seattle. 206-543-0415. www.millerlibrary.org.
Diva Dash. Fun walk/run for women and girls includes 1K Little Diva Dash (9am) and optional costume contest. Run benefits Girls on the Run, after-school physical activity and life-skills program for ages 8-11. 8am check-in. $15-$20. Seward Park, 5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S, Seattle. www.divadash.com.
Model Train Display. Train layout from United Northwest Model Railroad Club includes passenger and freight trains and plenty to keep visitors busy and entertained. 10am-5pm through Sun. Included with admission. $7, $5 children. Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-324-1126. www.seattlehistory.org.
Drawing Jam. Gage Academy of Fine Art’s annual fest features figure, portrait and gesture models, food, live music, free art supplies, kids' art room (10am-6pm) and teens’ art room (7-10pm). 10am-10pm. $10, $5 students, free kids and teens. 1501 10th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-323-4243. www.gageacademy.org.
Holiday Family Concert and Sing-Along. Northwest Girlchoir performs annual holiday concert. 2pm. Call for cost. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-526-1900. www.northwestgirlchoir.org.
Tree Lighting. City of Renton’s tree lighting includes entertainment and Santa. FREE. 5-7pm. The Piazza, S Third St. and Burnett Ave. S, Renton. 425-917-0173. www.piazzarenton.com.
Sound It Out. Entertainment with taiko drums, koto string instrument and flute. Explore the Seattle Asian Art Museum galleries, then create a work of art to take home. Ages 3-12 with parent/guardian. 11am-2pm. FREE, drop-in. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Special Education Program Fair. Representatives from organizations that provide education, support, enrichment and services to children with disabilities. 9am-12:30pm, mini-workshops from Seattle School District 10am and 11am. FREE. Meany Middle School, 301 21st Ave. E, Seattle. 206-328-4804. nancyspeer@comcast.net.
Holiday Brunch. Santa brunch includes the holiday play The Year Santa Slept In. 10am today, Dec. 2, 9, 16, 16, 22 and 23. $17.50, $15.50 ages 11 and younger, plus tax, reservations required. Macy’s, 1601 Third Ave., Seattle. 206-506-4386. www.macys.com.
Winterfest. Hayrides, photos with Santa and more. 10am-5pm. FREE. Olde Burien, SW 152nd St. between Ambaum and 10th, Burien. 206-433-2882. www.discoverburien.com.
Celtic Holiday Concert. Annual concert features Irish and Scottish instrumentals, vocals and dance. 7-9pm, doors open 6:30pm. $15, $12 students and seniors. Bastyr University Chapel, 14500 Juanita Dr. NE, Kenmore. 425-602-3272. www.bastyr.edu.
Discover Music: Holiday Special for Kids. Seattle Symphony’s series for ages 5-12 features two young virtuosos. 11am. $20, $15 children and seniors. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
A Christmas Carol. A Seattle tradition, Charles Dickens’ classic returns to ACT Theatre. Ages 5 and older. Various dates and times through Dec. 24. $25-$45. ACT’s Allen Theatre, Kreielsheimer Place, 700 Union St., Seattle. 206-292-7676. www.acttheatre.org.
Black Nativity: A Gospel Song Play. Tenth anniversary of the hand-clapping, roof-raising musical celebration features on-stage band, dancers and gospel singers. Ages 4-adult. $10-$42 (pay-what-you-can Dec. 6, $70 family packages available for limited performances). Various times and dates through Dec. 28. Intiman Theatre, 201 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-269-1900. www.intiman.org.
Whistle Down the Wind. Andrew Lloyd Weber’s uplifting musical about the innocence of children and the transformative power of love. Twelve local children are part of the cast. Parental guidelines available online (rated G, ages 7 and older). 2pm and 8pm today, 1:30pm and 7pm Sun. $18-$75. 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-625-1900. www.5thavenuetheatre.org.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre’s production of the beloved children’s story by J.M. Barrie. Ages 7 and older. Various dates and times through Dec. 23. Kids dressed in favorite Peter Pan costumes can meet the cast after the Dec. 9 show. $15-$40. Seattle Center House, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-216-0833. www.book-it.org.
A Christmas Carol. Dickens’ tale with a comedic twist: The Farndale Avenue Housing Estate Townswomen’s Guild Dramatic Society’s Production of A Christmas Carol. Ages 10 and older. 7:30pm Wednesdays-Thursdays, 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays through Dec. 29. $20-$33. Taproot Theatre, 204 N 85th St., Seattle. 206-781-9707. www.taproottheatre.org.
Nutcracker. Holiday tradition from Pacific Northwest Ballet with sets and costumes by children’s author and illustrator Maurice Sendak. Various times and dates through Dec. 29. $20-$125, family packages $158-$432 (four discounted tickets plus coupons for cookies and milk or cider). McCaw Hall, 301 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-441-2424. www.pnb.org.
Seussical the Musical. Favorite Dr. Seuss characters are brought to life in this popular musical performed by Civic Light Opera. 8pm today, 2pm Sun. $25-$35. Magnuson Park Theatre, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. 206-363-2809. www.seattlemusicaltheatre.com.
The Snow Queen. Young Gerda travels to the frozen north in search of her best friend Kai. Performed by adult actors and puppets. Grades K-3. 7pm Thursdays-Fridays, 1pm and 5pm Saturdays through Dec. 15. $10, $8 youth. Moonpaper Tent Theater, 918 NE 64th St., Seattle. 206-422-6616. www.moonpapertent.com.
Eastside
Gingerbread Lane. Gingerbread houses made by local businesses and families are on view in front of KidsQuest Children’s Museum. 10am-5pm through Sun. Factoria Mall, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Family Service Project. Help decorate residents’ doors for the holidays at Brighton Gardens retirement community. 10am-1pm. FREE, pre-register. 15241 NE 20th St., Bellevue. 425-746-9077. www.bellevueymca.org.
Cultural Birthday Bash. Celebration of Sponge School’s anniversary includes cultural games and mini-language classes in Japanese, Spanish, French and Mandarin. Newborn-age 5 with adult. 2-5pm. FREE, pre-register for classes. 375 NW Gilman Blvd., Issaquah. 425-274-5188. www.spongeschool.com.
Beauty and the Beast. Classic play performed by Bellevue Youth Theatre. Ages 4 and older. 7pm today, 2pm Sunday. $9. 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue. 425-452-7155. www.cityofbellevue.org.
’Twas the Night. Family musical comedy loosely based on the famous holiday poem. Annual holiday favorite written by the creative team from StoryBook Theater. Ages 5 and older. 7pm Fridays, 10am, 1pm, 4pm and 7pm Saturdays, 1pm and 4pm Sundays through Dec. 16. $12. Studio East, 402 Sixth St. S, Kirkland. 425-827-3123. www.studio-east.org.
The King and I. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s classic musical. All ages (Production Preview Guide online under “Plan Your Visit”). Family room available for families with ages 3 and younger. 7:30pm selected Tuesdays, 8pm Wednesdays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays and selected Saturdays, 7pm selected Sundays through Jan. 6. $20-$55. Village Theatre, 303 Front St. N, Issaquah. 425-392-2202. www.villagetheatre.org.
North Sound
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Edmonds Library. 11am-12:30pm today and Dec. 15. FREE. 650 Main St., Edmonds. 425-771-1933. www.readingwithrover.org.
Merrysville for the Holidays. Community holiday celebration includes Electric Light Parade, family outdoor concert, water tower lighting, food and Mr. and Mrs. Claus. 6:30pm. FREE. Comeford Park, Fifth St. and State Ave., Marysville. 360-363-8400. www.ci.marysville.wa.us.
Tween Night. Games, activities and snacks for grades 5-6. 7:30-10pm. $3. Northshore YMCA, 11811 NE 195th, Bothell. 425-485-9797. www.ymcanorthshore.org.
Home for the Holidays. Annual concert by Seattle Men's Chorus features vaudevillian Hokum W. Jeebs playing tuned Coke bottles, tuba and musical saw. 8pm. $34-$45. Everett Civic Auditorium, 2415 Colby Ave., Everett. 206-388-1400. www.flyinghouse.org.
The Nutcracker. Olympic Ballet Theatre’s annual production of the traditional favorite accompanied by the Seattle Philharmonic Orchestra. 2pm and 7pm today, 2pm Sun. $18-$30. Northshore Performing Arts Center, 18125 92nd Ave. N, Bothell. 425-774-7570. www.olympicballet.com.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley. Dickens narrates Scrooge’s journey from damnation to redemption. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays, 11am selected Fridays through Dec. 9. $20, $15 seniors, military and students, $10 ages 10 and younger. New Everett Theatre, 2911 Colby Ave., Everett. 425-258-6766. www.everetttheatre.org.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Musical parable tells the Biblical saga of Joseph and his coat of many colors. Production by Driftwood Theatre. 8pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Dec. 16. $17-$20. Wade James Theatre, 950 Main St., Edmonds. 425-774-9600. www.driftwoodplayers.com.
Santa Paws. Santa poses for photos with your pets - dogs, cats, mice or even hamsters are welcome. 9:30am-3:30pm today and Dec. 8. $20. Proceeds benefit Everett Animal Shelter. 2732 36th St., Everett. 425-257-6000.
South Sound
Santa Parade. Parade, community caroling and tree lighting. 4:30pm. Costumes encouraged. FREE. Main St., Auburn. 253-931-3043. www.auburnwa.gov.
Tree Lighting. Santa arriving by fire truck, caroling and treats for children. 5pm. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park, Harborview Dr., 3207 Harborview Dr., Gig Harbor. 888-843-9444. www.gigharborguide.com.
Festival of Trees. Professionally decorated trees on view to the public before they are sold to benefit Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Live entertainment. 10am-3pm today, 11am-4pm Sun. $6, $2 ages 13-18, free ages 12 and younger. Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center, 1500 Broadway, Tacoma. 253-403-1368 or 253-403-3095. www.multicare.org.
Victorian Country Christmas. Puyallup Fairgrounds transforms into a Victorian village with strolling musicians, merchants and crafters in Victorian storefronts, carolers, a living nativity, kids’ area and more. 10am-9pm today, 10am-6pm Sun. $9, $7.50 seniors and grades K-12, free ages 5 and younger, free parking. 110 Ninth Ave. SW, Puyallup. 253-770-0777. www.avictoriancountrychristmas.com.
19th Century Christmas. Re-enactors portray the Christmas season of 1855 at Fort Nisqually Living History Museum. All ages. 11am-4pm. $4, $3 seniors and ages 13-17, $2 ages 5-12, free ages 4 and younger. 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5339. www.fortnisqually.org.
Victorian Holiday Celebration. Volunteers in Victorian costumes serve refreshments against backdrop of poinsettias and narcissus at the Victorian-styled W.W. Seymour Conservatory. Have photos taken with Santa (small fee). FREE, donations of socks, hats, mittens or cash encouraged. 316 S “G” St., Tacoma. 253-591-5330. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Narnia. Musical based on C.S. Lewis’ “The Chronicles of Narnia,” performed by Auburn Regional Theatre. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2:30pm Sundays through Dec. 16. $20, $15 seniors, students and military, $12 ages 12 and younger. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. 206-325-6500. www.experience-art.org.
Sleeping Beauty. Musical version originally staged by Seattle Children’s Theatre. Ages 5 and older. 8pm today, 2pm Sun. $22, $20 seniors, students and military, $18 ages 11 and younger. Tacoma Little Theatre, 210 N “I” St., Tacoma. 253-272-2281. www.tacomalittletheatre.com.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Family musical based on the 1944 film. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through Dec. 16. $23, $21 seniors, military and students, $16 ages 12 and younger. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave., Tacoma. 253-565-6867. www.tmp.org.
Cinderella. Holiday production by Centerstage Theatre, done in the 'English Christmas Pantomime' style. Ages 4 and older. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through Dec. 23. $25, $20 seniors, students and military, $8 ages 18 and younger. Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way. 253-661-1444. www.centerstagetheatre.com.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The poorly behaved Herdman children participate in a church Christmas play. 7:30pm Fridays-Saturdays, 4pm Sundays through Dec. 16. $8-$18. Paradise Theatre, 9911 Burham Dr. NW, Gig Harbor. 253-851-7529. www.paradisetheatre.org.
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-adult. Times vary, today or Dec. 9. $74-$95. 206-870-6527 (Des Moines Park & Recreation), www.desmoineswa.gov, today only. 425-771-0230 (City of Edmonds), www.ci.edmonds.wa.us. 425-587-3300 (Kirkland Parks), www.kirklandparks.net. 425-771-4030 (Lynnwood Parks), www.ci.lynnwood.wa.us. 253-841-5457 (Puyallup Parks), www.cityofpuyallup.org, today only. 425-556-2300 (Redmond Recreation), www.redmond.gov.
Author Appearance. George Shannon reads from and signs his new book Rabbit’s Gift (recommended reading ages 4-8). 11am. Eagle Harbor Book Company, 157 Winslow Way E, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-5332. www.eagleharborbooks.com.
Seattle Area
Family First Sunday. Family activities include a craft project for kids at Seattle Aquarium. Today’s program is “Jellyfish – Beautiful Drifters.” 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.
K-9 Candy Cane Fun Run. Run/walk for all ages, with or without dogs. 9am-noon. $20, $25 day of race. Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Hwy., Renton. 425-430-6700. www.ci.renton.wa.us.
Holiday Cruise. More than 2,000 developmentally disabled people take a cruise around Lake Union and Lake Washington, Seattle, on private and charter boats. 3:30-5:30pm. FREE. 206-728-0123 ext. 103. kristy@seafair.com.
Preschool Open House. Open house and information session for parents or ages 2-5 at Zoom Spanish Immersion Preschool. 10am-noon, presentation 10:30am. FREE, pre-registration appreciated. 1116 NW 54th St., Seattle. 206-783-5000. www.zoomlanguage.com.
The Big Friendly Giant. An unlikely friendship begins when Sophie finds herself whisked away to a strange land by the lovable Big Friendly Giant. Based on the book by Roald Dahl. Ages 5 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays through Dec. 30, plus 11am and 7pm Dec. 27. $17-$33. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
Chicken Little. StoryBook Theater’s original musical comedy is performed by an adult professional touring company. Suitable for ages 3-9 and families. 1pm and 3pm. $8. Museum of History and Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E, Seattle. 877-827-1100. www.studio-east.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Model Train Display. Museum of History and Industry, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Holiday Brunch. Macy’s, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Whistle Down the Wind. 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Seussical the Musical. Magnuson Park Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
Redmond Lights. Month-long celebration with festivities, food and entertainment from around the world kicks off with tree lighting at City Hall followed by entertainment, a kayak parade along the Sammamish River Trail, and food, kid activities and entertainment at Redmond Town Center. 4-8pm. FREE. Redmond City Hall, 15670 NE 85th St., Redmond. Redmond Town Center, 16495 NE 74th St. 425-556-2299. www.redmond.gov.
Wildlife Tour. Join volunteer rangers for an interpretive tour of Juanita Bay Park. Bring binoculars. 1pm. FREE. Meet in parking lot, 2201 Market St., Kirkland. 425-587-3312. www.ci.kirkland.wa.us.
Gingerbread Lane. KidsQuest Children’s Museum, Bellevue. See Dec. 1.
Beauty and the Beast. Bellevue Youth Theatre, Bellevue. See Dec. 1.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 1-2pm. FREE. Everett Mall, 1402 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett. 425-267-3246. www.readingwithrover.org.
Mannheim Steamroller. Multi-media events includes Christmas music and family-friendly Christmas village with costumed characters. 8pm. $30-$152. Comcast Arena, 2000 Hewitt, Everett. 866-322-8499. www.comcastarenaeverett.com.
The Nutcracker. Northshore Performing Arts Center, Bothell. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley. New Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 1.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
Santa Paws. Everett Animal Shelter, Everett. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Red, White and Blue Christmas. Holiday concert performed by the 133rd Army Band. 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.
Festival of Trees. Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Victorian Country Christmas. Puyallup Fairgrounds, Puyallup. See Dec. 1.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
Sleeping Beauty. Tacoma Little Theatre, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
Sing with the Symphony. Child-centered concert with Santa 1:30pm, holiday symphony classics 4pm. $10-$25, $5 ages 3-16, each concert separate. Center for the Arts, 2011 Mottman Rd. SW, Olympia. 360-753-0074. www.olympiasymphony.com.
Seattle Area
Storytime. Celebrate literacy in the new Storytelling Circle at The Children’s Museum, Seattle. 11am Mondays and Wednesdays. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.
Organ Demonstration. Seattle Symphony hosts a demonstration of the Watjen Concert Organ, a 26-foot tall instrument with 4,490 pipes. Today’s recital is “Holiday Favorites.” Grades 5 and higher. 12:30pm, optional noon and 1pm Benaroya Hall tours. FREE. 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4856. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
Hanukkah Sing-Along. Hanukkah songs for children in English, Hebrew, Yiddish and Ladino. 3pm. FREE. Sammamish Public Library, 825 228th Ave. NE, Sammamish. 425-836-8793. www.kcls.org.
Tuesday, December 4 - Hanukkah Begins
Seattle Area
Tot Trek. A professional naturalist shares new topics weekly through walks, stories, songs, crafts, and outdoor activities. Ages 2-3 with adult. 10:30-11:30am Tuesdays through Dec. 18. $5 child, $2 adult, pre-register. Carkeek Park, 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy a concert at Seattle Municipal Tower. The Dickens Carolers today, Ballard High School Chamber Orchestra Dec. 11, Windsong Dec. 18. Noon-1pm. FREE. 700 Fifth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Borders®. 7-8pm. FREE. Redmond Town Center, 16549 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-869-1907. www.readingwithrover.org.
Wacky Winter Adventure. Madcap puppet show presented by Elizabeth Luce. 11am. FREE. Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. SE, Mercer Island. 206-236-3537. www.kcls.org.
Seattle Area
Toddler Time. Activity stations, storytelling, songs and games for ages 5 and younger with adult. 10am-12:30pm Wednesdays-Thursdays through Dec. 13, drop-in. Admission plus $3 per family. Admission: $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4300. www.seattleaquarium.org.
Santa Storytime. Ms. B from the Library Connection @ Southcenter and Santa offer stories, finger plays, movement and music. All ages, ages 6 and younger with adult. 10am Wednesdays through Dec. 19. FREE. Westfield Southcenter, 633 Southcenter, Tukwila. 206-246-0423. www.westfield.com.
Back Home Again. Holiday concert special features the music of John Denver plus modern and traditional Christmas carols. Various times and dates through Dec. 24. $15-$64. Seattle Repertory Theatre, 155 Mercer St., Seattle. 206-443-2222 or 877-900-9285. www.seattlerep.org.
The Gifts of the Magi. Musical version of the classic O. Henry story. Ages 7 and older. 7:30pm Wednesdays-Saturdays, 1pm and 5pm Sundays through Dec. 23. $10-$32. ArtsWest, 4711 California Ave SW, Seattle. 206-938-0339. www.artswest.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Seattle Area
Free Museum Visits. The Museum of Flight is FREE 5-9pm first Thursdays. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org. 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 and Science Fiction Museum are FREE 5-8pm first Thursdays. 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 206-770-2700. www.empsfm.org. Seattle Art Museum is FREE 10am-9pm first Thursdays. 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org. Seattle Asian Art Museum is FREE 10am-9pm first Thursdays. 1400 E Prospect St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Tyke Hike. A professional naturalist shares new topics weekly through walks, stories, songs, crafts, and outdoor activities. Ages 4-5 with adult. 1:30-2:45pm Thursdays through Dec. 20. $5 child, $2 adult, pre-register. Carkeek Park, 950 NW Carkeek Park Rd., Seattle. 206-684-0877. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Crafting at the Children’s Museum. Bellevue Arts Museum hosts a craft activity at The Children’s Museum, Seattle. 1-2pm. Included with admission. $7.50, $6.50 grandparents, free younger than age 1. 305 Harrison St., Seattle. 206-441-1768. www.thechildrensmuseum.org.
Holiday Pops. Favorite holiday music from Seattle Symphony and Broadway sensation Doug LaBrecque. 7:30pm today, 8pm Fri., 2pm and 8pm Sat., 2pm Sun. $17-$95. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Seattle Presents. Bring lunch and enjoy a concert at City Hall. Bobby Medina Quartet today, Medieval Women’s Choir Dec. 13, Northwest Chamber Chorus Dec. 20. Noon-1pm. FREE. 600 Fourth Ave., Seattle. 206-684-7171. www.seattle.gov/seattlepresents.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The incorrigible Herdman kids take over the church pageant. 7pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 1pm and 3pm Sundays through Dec. 23 plus 1pm and 3pm Dec. 24. $15-$24. Seattle Public Theater at the Bathhouse on Greenlake, 7312 W Greenlake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-524-1300. www.seattlepublictheater.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Snow Queen. Moonpaper Tent Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
Drop-In Crafts. After-school art activities presented by members of National Art Honor Society from Bellevue High School. 3:30-5pm. FREE. Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org.
Tree Lighting. Santa arrives 6:30pm. Take a horse-driven carriage ride and enjoy warm apple cider and cookies. FREE. Railroad Park gazebo, downtown Snoqualmie. 425-888-1555. www.ci.snoqualmie.wa.us.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
Seattle Area
Holiday Magic Festival. Annual celebration of the season features entertainment, food, costumed holiday characters, Santa and more. 3-7pm. FREE. Upper Queen Anne, Seattle. 206-384-5777. jaimejac@comcast.net.
Great Figgy Pudding Street Corner Caroling Competition. Zany annual event involves more than 40 teams of carolers competing in various categories, in and around Westlake Center. 6-8:30pm. FREE. Pine St. between Third Ave. and Seventh Ave., Seattle. www.figgypuddingpmsc.org.
Community Concert. Annual concert features Northwest regional choir Breath of Aire performing seasonal and holiday favorites. All ages. 8pm, doors open 7:30pm. FREE. Bastyr University chapel, 14500 Juanita Dr. NE, Kenmore. 425-602-3272. www.bastyr.edu.
It’s a Wonderful Life. Live radio production complete with music, sound effects and celebrity voices. All ages. 8pm. $10-$13. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 800-838-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.
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 and Saturdays, 3:30pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 23. $14, $10 family rate (four or more). 4035 Stone Way N, Seattle. 206-633-1883. www.stonesouptheatre.com.
BeatWalk. Music, food and entertainment in six businesses along Rainier Ave. 7-10pm. $5, kids free. Columbia City Historic District, Rainier Ave. S between S Angeline St. and S Hudson St., Seattle. 206-963-8599. www.columbiacitybeatwalk.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Holiday Pops. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
The Snow Queen. Moonpaper Tent Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
Free Museum Visits. Bellevue Arts Museum is FREE 5:30-9pm first Fridays. 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org. KidsQuest Children’s Museum is FREE 5-8pm Fridays. Factoria Mall, 4091 Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Woodinville Light Festival. Tree lighting ceremony, Santa’s arrival, kids’ crafts, lighted train ride, gingerbread house and model train displays, entertainment and more. 5:30-9pm. FREE. Carol Edwards Center, City Hall and Brittany Park Retirement Community, Woodinville. 425-984-2346. www.ci.woodinville.wa.us.
Tree Lighting, Firehouse Munch. Tree lighting at Mercerdale Park followed by entertainment, Santa photos, firehouse chili and children’s coloring contest at North Fire Station. 7-9pm. FREE, bring unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. 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.
Family Night. Building projects, adventure zone, craft project, swimming and more. 6-8pm, 7:30-9pm swim. $5 per family. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9077. www.bellevueymca.org.
Santa’s Little Helper. Drop the kids off at Mercer Island Pool for arts and crafts, swimming and more. 6-9pm. $6.50. 8815 SE 40th St., Mercer Island. 206-296-4370. www.ci.mercer-island.wa.us.
The Nutcracker Ballet. International Ballet Theatre performs the ballet in its traditional Russian style. 7:30pm today-Sat., 2pm Sat.-Sun. $45, $35 youth and seniors. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
Miracle on 34th Street. Classic story about the power of unconditional love includes 40s music and costumes. Performed by Bellevue Youth Theatre. Ages 4 and older. 7pm today and Sat., 2pm Sun. $10. Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 425-452-7155. www.cityofbellevue.org.
The No Hole Holiday. The Grump Sisters have sabotaged the factory that makes all the holes in the world. Original family musical from SecondStory Repertory Theatre. 7:15 pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2:15 pm Sundays through Dec. 23. $14-$18. Redmond Town Center, 16587 NE 74th St., Redmond. 425-881-6777. www.secondstoryrep.org.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Winterfest. Community sing-along, tree lighting, Santa and hayrides. 5:30pm. FREE. Park at Bothell Landing, 9919 NE 180th St., Bothell. 425-486-7430. www.ci.bothell.wa.us.
Student Art Show. Fine art created by students from the King and Snohomish County regions. Reception and opening 7-9pm tonight, exhibit runs 10am-5pm Mondays-Saturdays through Jan. 16. FREE. The Art Workshop, 724 First St., Mukilteo. 866-814-4200. www.theartworkshopinc.com.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley. New Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 1.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Free Museum Visit. Children’s Museum of Tacoma is FREE 10am-7pm first Fridays. 936 Broadway Ave., Tacoma. 253-627-6031. www.childrensmuseumoftacoma.org.
Tree Lighting. Tree lighting, entertainment and Santa. 6pm. FREE. Big Catch Plaza, S 216th Ave. and Marine View Dr. S, Des Moines. 206-824-9462. www.desmoineswa.gov.
The Sound of Music. Popular musical by Rogers & Hammerstein. 8pm Fridays-Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Jan. 13, plus 2pm Jan. 12. $13.50-$21.50. Lakewood Playhouse, 5729 Lakewood Towne Center Blvd., Lakewood. 253-588-0042. www.lakewoodplayhouse.org.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
Free Museum Visit. The Hands On Children’s Museum is FREE 5-9pm first Fridays. 106 11th Ave. SW, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.
The Nutcracker. Ballet Northwest, Washington state’s oldest ballet company, presents the holiday classic. $16-$26. 7:30pm Fridays, 2 pm and 7:30pm Saturdays, 2pm Sundays through Dec. 16. Washington Center for the Performing Arts, 512 Washington St. SE, Olympia. 360-753-8586. www.washingtoncenter.org.
Seattle Area
Pathway of Light. The paths around Green Lake will be lit tonight with more than 4,500 luminarias. Enjoy entertainers and walk around the lake. 5:30-8:30pm. FREE. 7201 E Green Lake Dr. N, Seattle. 206-684-0780. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Merry-Time on the Waterfront. Experience a seafaring holiday celebration. Kids’ craft activities plus shopping and dining deals at participating Seattle waterfront merchants. Noon-3pm. Between Pier 52 and the Olympic Sculpture Park, Seattle. www.seattlewaterfront.org.
The Sound Quartet. The Youth Symphony String Quartet performs in Seattle Aquarium’s Great Hall. 2-3pm today and Dec. 22. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.
Colorful Tales. Explore the whimsical art of Gaylen Hansen, then create your own visual story. Ages 3-12 with parent/guardian. 10am-noon. Included with admission, pre-register. $15, $12 seniors, $9 ages 13-17, free ages 12 and younger, special exhibits extra. Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Ave., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Northern Lights. Family concert by Seattle Pro Musica includes stories and a sing-along of traditional carols. 3pm. $1-$23. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-781-2766. www.seattlepromusica.org.
Holiday Hayrides. Holiday wreath making ($10), hayrides in Magnuson Park ($10, $5 children, free ages 3 and younger), live music, refreshments and bonfire. 4-8pm, pre-register by Dec. 4. Magnuson Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-684-7026. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Museum Family Program. Alan Hirsch offers songs and stories based in American history and folklore. Ages 5-adult. 11am. Included with admission. $3, $2 Renton residents, $1 ages 8-16. Renton History Museum, 235 Mill Ave. S, Renton. 425-255-2330. www.rentonhistory.org.
Sankta Lucia Celebration. See newly crowned Lucia and her attendants and enjoy traditional Swedish holiday music. 9:30am or 10:30am. FREE. IKEA, 600 SW 43rd St., Renton. 425-656-2980. www.ikea-usa.com/seattle.
Santa Breakfast. Seattle Traditional Santa Breakfasts feature traditional holiday entertainment. Proceeds benefit Arthritis Foundation, Pacific Northwest Chapter. 9:30-11am today, Dec. 15-16 and 22-23. $50, $25 ages 11 and younger. Sheraton Seattle Hotel & Towers, 1400 Sixth Ave., Seattle. 206-547-1290.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7:30pm. $15, $10 students and seniors. Episcopal Church of the Ascension, 2330 Viewmont Way W, Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.nwchoirs.org.
Baby, It’s Cold Outside. Concert by Northwest Sound Men’s Barbershop Chorus features four-part a cappella harmonies. 2 pm and 7pm. $20, $17 seniors, $10 ages 12 and younger. 200 University St., Seattle. 206-292-ARTS (2787). www.nwsound.org.
A Baroque Christmas. Concert by Gallery Concerts features secular and sacred vocal and instrumental works from the 17th and 18th centuries. 8pm. $25, $20 seniors, $10 students, free ages 7-14 with adult (one child per adult). St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 4805 NE 45th St., Seattle. 206-726-6088. www.galleryconcerts.org.
Madeline and the Gypsies. Madeline and her friend Pepe, son of the Spanish ambassador, join a gypsy circus. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3pm Saturdays-Sundays through Dec. 23. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children. Northwest Puppet Center, 9123 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-523-2579. www.nwpuppet.org.
The Neverending Story. Fantastical story based on the novel by Michael Ende. Ages 8 and older. 7pm Fridays, 2 and 5:30pm Saturdays-Sundays through Jan. 27, plus 2pm and 5:30pm Dec. 27 (Family Date Night Dinner Jan. 11, ASL performance 2pm Jan. 12). $17-$33. Seattle Children’s Theatre, 201 Thomas St., Seattle. 206-441-3322. www.sct.org.
Puss in Boots. Holiday production by The Fremont Players, done in the ‘British Panto' style. 3pm and 8pm today, 3pm Dec. 9, 8pm Dec. 14, 3pm and 8pm Dec. 15, 3pm Dec. 16. $12, $6 seniors and ages 15 and younger. Hale’s Palladium at Hale’s Brewery, 4301 Leary Way NW, Seattle. 800-838-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.
Holiday Brunch. Buffet breakfast, Santa visit and mini-performance of The Nutcracker by Olympic Ballet at Woodland Park Zoo. 9-11am today and Dec. 15. $21.95-$27.25, $12.95-$16.75 ages 3-10, free ages 2 and younger, pre-registration required, includes zoo admission. Parking extra. 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle. 206-684-4825. www.zoo.org.
Holiday High Notes. Holiday film footage, including vintage animation, accompanied by music from Northwest Boys Choir. All ages. 1pm and 2:30pm. $8-$12. Northwest Film Forum, 1515 12th Ave., Seattle. 206-329-2629. www.nwfilmforum.org/cinemas/musicmovies.php.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Holiday Pops. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
The Snow Queen. Moonpaper Tent Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Eastside
Merry Chris Mouse. A mouse family finds a new home in the wall of a child’s playroom. Thistle Theatre specializes in the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3-12. 2 and 4pm today-Sun. $9, $7 children and seniors. Bellevue Youth Theater, 16661 Northup Way, Bellevue. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Dec. 7.
Miracle on 34th Street. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 7.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
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. www.amtrakcascades.com/edmonds.aspx.
North Pole Party. Holiday activities, food, crafts, Santa Claus and more. 10am-5:30pm. Included with admission. $7, free ages 1 and younger. Imagine Children’s Museum, 1502 Wall St., Everett. 425-258-1006. www.imaginecm.org.
Reading With Rover. Read to a therapy dog at Barnes and Noble. 11am-noon. FREE. 19401 Alderwood Mall Pkwy., Lynnwood. 425-771-2220. www.readingwithrover.org.
Kid’s Morning Out. Swimming, crafts, games and more in a safe environment. Ages 3-12. 10am-2:30pm today or Dec. 15. $24, pre-register. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Kids Night Out. Dinner, crafts and gym time for ages 1-10. 5:30pm-midnight. $30. Northshore YMCA, 11811 NE 195th, Bothell. 425-485-9797. www.ymcanorthshore.org.
Tree Lighting. Visit Country Village for holiday light displays, entertainment, complimentary roasted chestnuts (5pm), kids’ train rides (small fee) and Santa's arrival (7pm). FREE. 23730 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell. 425-483-2250. www.countryvillagebothell.com.
The Nutcracker. Olympic Ballet Theatre’s annual production of the traditional favorite accompanied by the Everett Symphony Orchestra. 2pm and 7pm today, 2pm Sun. $14-$38. Everett Civic Auditorium, 2415 Colby Ave., Everett. 425-258-1605. www.everettsymphony.org.
Tim Noah and Friends Holiday Concert. Includes traditional, original and sing-along favorites. 7pm. $10. 1211 Fourth St., Snohomish. 360 794-8348. www.timnoah.com.
The Snow Prince. Ballet Bellevue performs the holiday story, accompanied by a professional orchestra. 2pm and 7:30pm today, 2pm Sun. $17-$22. Northshore Performing Arts Center, 18125 92nd Ave. NE, Bothell. 800-992-8499. www.npacf.org.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley. New Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 1.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Candlelight Open House and Gig Harbor Lighted Boat Parade. Gig Harbor Waterfront Merchants’ late night shopping event includes Santa and carolers, wine tasting and hors d' oeuvres. FREE. 6-9pm. Parade starts at 5:30pm. Santa photos with the scenic harbor in the background 11am-5pm today and noon-4pm Sun. at Skansie Brothers Park pavilion. Downtown Gig Harbor. 253-857-4842. www.gigharborguide.com.
Illuminated Traditions. Explore diverse cultural holiday celebrations at the Museum of Glass with hands-on art activities and music performances. Chanukah today, Santa Lucia Dec. 15, Christmas Around the World Dec. 22, New Year’s Party Dec. 29. 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). 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 866-468-7386. www.museumofglass.org.
Living History. Fort Steilacoom comes alive when reenactors lead candlelight tours of officers’ quarters. Includes kids’ crafts. 4-7:30pm. $5, $10 per family. Fort Steilacoom Quarters 1-4, grounds of Western State Hospital, 9601 Steilacoom Blvd., Lakewood. 253-582-5838. www.fortsteilacoom.com.
Home for the Holidays. Annual concert by Seattle Men's Chorus features vaudevillian Hokum W. Jeebs playing tuned Coke bottles, tuba and musical saw. 3pm and 7:30pm. $34-$45. Rialto Theater, 310 S Ninth St., Tacoma. 206-591-5890. www.broadwaycenter.org.
Jingle Bell Brunch. Brunch, crafts, entertainment and pictures with Santa. 9:30-11:30am. $8, $6 ages 2-11, pre-register by Nov. 30 (give ID code 20346). Federal Way Community Center, 876 S 333rd St., Federal Way. 253-835-6900. www.cityoffederalway.com.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
Celtic Yuletide Concert. Magical Strings' annual show features Celtic music and instruments, Irish step dancing and special guests. 7:30pm. $12-$25. St. John’s Episcopal Church, 114 20th Ave. SE, Olympia. 253-857-3716. www.magicalstrings.com.
The Nutcracker. Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Olympia. See Dec. 7.
Seattle Area
Street Scramble at the Market. Urban orienteering event; search for 30 mapped checkpoints (on foot). At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Rules and tips online. 10am-noon. $5-$15, $30 family team, pre-registration advised. Pike Place Market, 1428 Post Alley, Seattle. 206-367-0839. www.streetscramble.com.
Jingle Bell Run. Annual run or walk to help the fight against arthritis includes Run with Elves, a 1K fun run for ages 8 and younger. Dress in holiday-themed attire. No dogs. 6:45am registration, 8am costume contest, 8:20am kids' run. $25 ($35 day of event), $10 ages 8 and younger. Westlake Center, 500 Pine St., Seattle. 206-547-2707 ext. 102. www.seattlejinglebellrun.org.
Children’s Christmas in Scandinavia. Christmas celebration at the Nordic Heritage Museum includes Nordic crafts, a Lucia pageant and dancing around the Christmas tree. 1-3:30pm. FREE, exhibits separate. 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle. 206-789-5707. www.nordicmuseum.org.
Tidings of Great Joy. Seattle Children’s Chorus performs holiday concert. 7:30pm. Call for cost. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-526-1900. www.seattlechildrenschorus.org.
Home for the Holidays. Annual concert by Seattle Men's Chorus features vaudevillian Hokum W. Jeebs playing tuned Coke bottles, tuba and musical saw. 8pm today and Dec. 21-23, 2pm Dec. 23. $15-$70. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-388-1400. www.flyinghouse.org.
A Baroque Christmas. Concert by Gallery Concerts features secular and sacred vocal and instrumental works from the 17th and 18th centuries. 3pm. $25, $20 seniors, $10 students, free ages 7-14 with adult (one child per adult). Queen Anne Christian Church, 1316 Third Ave. W, Seattle. 206-726-6088. www.galleryconcerts.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Holiday Pops. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Holiday Brunch. Macy’s, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Madeline and the Gypsies. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Puss in Boots. Hale’s Palladium, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
Santa Skate. Ice-skating for ages 3-adult. 2:30-4:30pm. FREE. Kingsgate Ice Arena, 14326 124th Ave. NE, Woodinville. 425-984-2346. www.ci.woodinville.wa.us.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland. See Dec. 7.
Merry Chris Mouse. Bellevue Youth Theater, Bellevue. See Dec. 8.
Miracle on 34th Street. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 7.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
The Elves & the Shoemaker. Two merry elves save a shoemaker from an unhappy holiday. Produced by California Theatre Center. Grades pre-K-3. 2pm and 4pm. $12-$14. Pied Piper Presents, Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. www.villagetheatre.org.
Raggs Holiday Jam. Musical production features characters from the preschool TV series and includes favorite Christmas carols. 1-2:30pm or 5-6:30pm. $12-$45. Comcast Arena, 2000 Hewitt, Everett. 866-322-8499. www.comcastarenaeverett.com.
The Nutcracker. Everett Civic Auditorium, Everett. See Dec. 8.
The Snow Prince. Northshore Performing Arts Center, Bothell. See Dec. 8.
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge & Marley. New Everett Theatre, Everett. See Dec. 1.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Celtic Yuletide Concert. Magical Strings' annual show features Celtic music and instruments, Irish step dancing and special guests. 3pm. $20, $16 students and seniors, $62 family. Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 SE 256th St., Kent. 253-856-5050. www.ci.kent.wa.us.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
Skagit Eagle Watch. Skagit Preserve. See Dec. 1.
The Nutcracker. Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Olympia. See Dec. 7.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Seattle Area
Capitol Hill Art Walk. Make paper dolls and bird feeders. All ages. 5-8pm. FREE. Bootyland, 1317 E Pine St., and The Copper Vine, 1315 E Pine St., Seattle. www.myspace.com/2tue.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Tot Trek. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Dec. 4.
Seattle Presents. Seattle Municipal Tower, Seattle. See Dec. 4.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Eastside
Crossroads Youth Holiday Party. Refreshments, entertainment and a visit from Santa. Ages 18 and younger. 4:30pm. FREE. Crossroads Community Center, 16000 NE 10th St., Bellevue. 425-452-4874. www.bellevuewa.gov.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Santa Storytime. Westfield Southcenter, Tukwila. See Dec. 5.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
Seattle Area
Handel’s Messiah. Seattle Symphony performs the holiday favorite, including the famed “Hallelujah” chorus. 7:30pm today, 8pm Fri., 1pm and 8pm Sat., 2pm Sun. $20-$85. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Seattle Presents. City Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Tyke Hike. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Toddler Time. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
The Snow Queen. Moonpaper Tent Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
Seattle Area
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7:30pm. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students. St. Thomas Episcopal Church, 8398 NE 12th St., Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
Celestial Greetings. Concert by Seattle Women’s Chorus showcases carols from both near and far, far away. 8pm today and Sat., 2pm Sun. $17.50-$50. Meany Theater, 4001 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-388-1400. www.flyinghouse.org.
Merry Chris Mouse. A mouse family finds a new home in the wall of a child’s playroom. Thistle Theatre specializes in the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3-12. 7:30pm today, 1pm and 3pm Sat. $9, $7 children and seniors. Sunset Hill Community Club, 3003 NW 66th St., Seattle. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Handel’s Messiah. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 13.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
The Snow Queen. Moonpaper Tent Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Puss in Boots. Hale’s Palladium, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
Pajama Party. Wear pajamas and hear author Laura Numeroff read from her book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie (recommended reading for ages 4-8), plus children’s crafts, milk and cookies, prizes and photos with the Mouse character. 4-5:30pm. FREE. Nordstrom, 100 Bellevue Square, Bellevue. 425-455-5800. www.nordstrom.com.
Toymaker’s Workshop. Rick Hartman gives a public performance at Factoria Mall, then kids can make a wooden folk toy at KidsQuest Children’s Museum. 6pm. Factoria Mall, Bellevue. 425-637-8100. www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
The Nutcracker Ballet. International Ballet Theatre performs the ballet in its traditional Russian style. 7:30pm Thursdays-Saturdays, 2pm Saturdays-Sundays through Dec. 23. $45, $35 students, $20 ages 12 and younger. Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 425-284-0444. www.interballettheatre.org.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
North Sound
Mom’s Morning Off. Arts and crafts, games and more in a safe environment. Ages 3-5. 10am-noon. $13, pre-register. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Family Craft Night. Simple family holiday craft projects. 6:30-8:30pm. $20. Recreation Pavilion, 5303 228th St. SW, Mountlake Terrace. 425-776-9173. www.cityofmlt.com.
Family Night. Family fun includes games, activities, crafts and snacks. 6:30-8:30pm. FREE. Northshore YMCA, 11811 NE 195th, Bothell. 425-485-9797. www.ymcanorthshore.org.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Celtic Yuletide Concert. Magical Strings' annual show features Celtic music and instruments, Irish step dancing and special guests. 7:30pm. $12-$25. Urban Grace, 902 Market St., Tacoma. 253-857-3716. www.magicalstrings.com.
The Nutcracker, Beyond the Dream. The traditional ballet with an original musical theater prologue. All ages. 7:30pm today, 2:30pm and 7:30pm Sat., 2:30pm Sun. $7-$20. Encore! Theater, 6615 38th Ave. NW, Gig Harbor. 253-858-2282. www.encoretheater.org.
Seussical the Musical. Musical presented by the Heavier Than Air Family Theatre Company. Ages 6 and older, no babes in arms. Theatre etiquette tips online. 7pm Fridays, 3pm and 7pm Saturdays and Sundays through Dec. 29. $10. Green River Community College, Performing Arts Bldg., 12401 SE 320th St., Auburn. 253-833-9111 ext. 2400 or 206-464-6133 ext. 2400. www.heavierthanair.com.
The Nutcracker. Performances by the Ninth Avenue School of Dance. 7pm today, 1pm and 7pm Sat., 1pm and 6pm Sun. $12-$16. Knutzen Family Theatre, 3200 SW Dash Point Rd., Federal Way. 253-924-0621. www.intodance.com.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
The Nutcracker. Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Olympia. See Dec. 7.
Seattle Area
Holiday Hoopla. Enjoy family games and art activities at Olympic Sculpture Park. Ages 3-12 with parent/guardian. 10am-noon. FREE, pre-register. Western Ave. and Broad St., Seattle. 206-654-3100. www.seattleartmuseum.org.
Star Parties. Dress in warm clothes to view celestial objects through instruments provided by Seattle Astronomical Society. After dark at two locations, event canceled if rain or cloud cover. FREE. North shore of Green Lake, west of Bathhouse Theatre, Seattle. Paramount School Park, 15300 Eighth Ave. NE, Shoreline. 206-523-2787. www.seattleastro.org.
Family Day at EMP/SFM. Family activities include an art workshop and music performances. 11am-3pm. Included with admission. $15, $12 seniors, student, military and ages 5-17, free ages 4 and younger. Experience Music Project, 325 Fifth Ave. N, Seattle. 877-EMP-SFM1 (367-7361). www.empsfm.org.
Wright Spirit Holiday Celebration. Holiday open house at the Museum of Flight features Santa arriving by helicopter (10am) and greeting children with Mrs. Claus (10:30am-12:30pm and 1-2pm), entertainment and more. 10am-2pm. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free ages 4 and younger. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7:30pm. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students. University Presbyterian Church, 4540 15th Ave. NE, Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
Christmas Concert. Seattle Girl’s Choir performs annual holiday concert. 1:30pm. $15. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave., Seattle. 206-526-1900. www.seattlegirlschoir.org.
Celtic Yuletide Concert. Magical Strings' annual show features Celtic music and instruments, Irish step dancing and special guests. 3pm. $12-$25. First Covenant Church, 400 E Pike St., Seattle. 253-857-3716. www.magicalstrings.com.
Jingle Bells Rock. Clay Martin Puppet Theater performs this holiday treat. 1pm. $4. Alki Bathhouse, 2701 Alki Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-684-7430. www.cityofseattle.net/parks.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Holiday Brunch. Macy’s, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Holiday Brunch. Woodland Park Zoo, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Celestial Greetings. Meany Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 14.
Handel’s Messiah. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 13.
Santa Breakfast. Sheraton Seattle Hotel & Towers, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Merry Chris Mouse. Sunset Hill Community Club, Seattle. See Dec. 14.
Madeline and the Gypsies. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
The Snow Queen. Moonpaper Tent Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Puss in Boots. Hale’s Palladium, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
Holiday Pops. Concert by The Sammamish Symphony Orchestra includes holiday favorites. 7:30pm today, 2pm Sun. $15, $10 students and seniors, free ages 10 and younger. Eastlake High School Theater, 400 228th Ave. NE, Sammamish. 206-517-7777. www.sammamishsymphony.org.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 14.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
North Sound
The Nutcracker. Olympic Ballet Theatre’s annual production of the traditional favorite. 2pm and 7pm today, 3pm Sun. $30, $24 seniors and students, $18 ages 10 and younger. Edmonds Center for the Arts, 410 Fourth Ave. N, Edmonds. 425-774-7570. www.olympicballet.com.
Reading With Rover. Edmonds Library, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
Kid’s Morning Out. Recreation Pavilion, Mountlake Terrace. See Dec. 8.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Discovery Walk. Tahoma Audubon Society hosts a nature walk at Commencement Bay in Tacoma. All ages. 10-11:30am. $10. Call for directions. 253-591-6439. www.tahomaaudubon.org.
The Christmas Revels. Music, song, dance and drama from diverse cultures of Eastern Europe. 2pm and 7:30pm (7:30pm ASL interpreted) today, 1pm and 5:30pm Sun., 7:30pm Dec. 18 and 19. $9-$25.50. Rialto Theater, 310 S Ninth St., Tacoma. 253-591-5894. www.pugetsoundrevels.org.
Illuminated Traditions. Museum of Glass, Tacoma. See Dec. 8.
The Nutcracker, Beyond the Dream. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 14.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
The Nutcracker. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 14.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
The Nutcracker. Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Olympia. See Dec. 7.
Seattle Area
Mount Zion Massed Choir. Two choirs perform gospel music. 8pm. $20-$75. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Celestial Greetings. Meany Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 14.
Santa Breakfast. Sheraton Seattle Hotel & Towers, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Handel’s Messiah. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 13.
Holiday Brunch. Macy’s, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Madeline and the Gypsies. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Puss in Boots. Hale’s Palladium, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
12K’s of Christmas. 12K or 5K walk or run hosted by City of Kirkland includes FREE kids’ dash (ages 10 and younger, 11:15am), food, holiday costume contest, music and more. Marina Park, 25 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland. www.12ksofchristmas.com.
Galumpha. Three performers combine stunning acrobatics, striking visual effects, physical comedy and inventive choreography. All ages. 3pm. $25, $22.50 seniors, $10 youth. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. www.kpcenter.org.
Holiday Pops. Eastlake High School Theater, Sammamish. See Dec. 15.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 14.
’Twas the Night. Studio East, Kirkland. See Dec. 1.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
North Sound
Messiah Sing-Along. Annual holiday tradition by the Everett Symphony Orchestra includes an audience sing-along. 3pm. $15. First Presbyterian Church, 2936 Rockefeller Ave., Everett. 425-258-1605. www.everettsymphony.org.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7pm. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students. Trinity Lutheran Church, 6215 196th St. SW, Lynnwood. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
The Nutcracker. Edmonds Center for the Arts, Edmonds. See Dec. 15.
Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Wade James Theatre, Edmonds. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Snowbound. Hands-on holiday art activities, sing-along, festive food and more. Artist Alex Schweder’s installation Melting Instructions is the centerpiece of the event. Noon-5pm. Two-for-one admission; $7.50, $6.50 seniors, students and military, free ages 5 and younger. Tacoma Art Museum, 1701 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 253-272-4258. www.tacomaartmuseum.org.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Presented by The Tacoma Performing Dance Company. 1pm and 6pm today, 7:30pm Dec. 21 and 22, 1pm Dec. 22 and 23. $15-$22. Stadium High School Theatre, 111 N “E” St., Tacoma. 253-752-8530. www.tacomaperformingdance.org.
The Christmas Revels. Rialto Theater, Tacoma. See Dec. 15.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Narnia. Auburn Mountainview High School, Auburn. See Dec. 1.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Paradise Theatre, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 1.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
The Nutcracker, Beyond the Dream. Encore! Theater, Gig Harbor. See Dec. 14.
Meet Me in St. Louis. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, Tacoma. See Dec. 1.
The Nutcracker. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 14.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Farther Afield
The Nutcracker. Washington Center for the Performing Arts, Olympia. See Dec. 7.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Eastside
Celtic Yuletide Concert. Magical Strings' annual show features Celtic music and instruments, Irish step dancing and special guests. 7pm. $16, $12 students and seniors, $44 family. Meydenbauer Center, 11100 NE Sixth St., Bellevue. 206-325-6500. www.ticketwindowonline.com.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Tot Trek. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Dec. 4.
Seattle Presents. Seattle Municipal Tower, Seattle. See Dec. 4.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Eastside
Holiday Crafts. Holiday-themed craft activities. 4-5pm through Fri. FREE. Bellevue Arts Museum, 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue. 425-519-0770. www.bellevuearts.org.
Bird Walk. Take a relaxing walk around Juanita Bay Park with park rangers and a member of East Lake Washington Audubon Society. Bring binoculars. Meet 9am in the parking lot. FREE. 2201 Market St., Kirkland. 425-587-3312. www.ci.kirkland.wa.us.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Doc Holiday’s Toy Rescue. Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater’s holiday show includes songs, stories, humor and holiday spirit. 7pm through Thu. $15, $10 seniors and ages 10 and younger. 1211 Fourth St., Snohomish. 360-794-8348. www.timnoah.com.
South Sound
The Christmas Revels. Rialto Theater, Tacoma. See Dec. 15.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Santa Storytime. Westfield Southcenter, Tukwila. See Dec. 5.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Eastside
Family Storytime. Gingerbread stories and decorating gingerbread people. 6:30-7:30pm. $10 per family, pre-register by Dec. 17. Bellevue Family YMCA, 14230 Bel-Red Rd., Bellevue. 425-746-9077. www.bellevueymca.org.
Holiday Crafts. Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Dec. 18.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Holiday Fun Puppet Show. Three puppet shows and holiday sing-along. All ages. 7pm. FREE. Main Library, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett. 425-257-8030. www.epls.org.
Doc Holiday’s Toy Rescue. Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater, Snohomish. See Dec. 18.
South Sound
The Christmas Revels. Rialto Theater, Tacoma. See Dec. 15.
Farther Afield
The Snow Queen. Young Gerda travels to the frozen north in search of her best friend Kai. Performed at Bainbridge Performing Arts by adult actors and puppets from Moonpaper Tent. All ages. 4pm and 7pm today, 7pm Thu. $10. The Playhouse, 200 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge Island. 206-842-8569. www.bainbridgeperformingarts.org.
Seattle Area
Holiday Sing-Along. Sing holiday favorites with the Seattle Symphony Chorale, accompanied by the Watjen organ. 7:30pm. $20-$56. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7:30pm. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students. Holy Rosary Church, 4139 42nd Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Seattle Presents. City Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Tyke Hike. Carkeek Park, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Eastside
Holiday Crafts. Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Dec. 18.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 14.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Doc Holiday’s Toy Rescue. Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater, Snohomish. See Dec. 18.
South Sound
Third Thursday Artwalk. Visit Tacoma’s downtown galleries. All ages. 5-8pm. FREE, including the Tacoma Art Museum (free 10am-8pm), the Washington State History Museum and the Museum of Glass. 253-272-4327. www.artwalktacoma.com.
Farther Afield
The Snow Queen. The Playhouse, Bainbridge Island. See Dec. 19.
Seattle Area
Winter Solstice Beach Walk. Explore a nighttime shoreline at low tide, then warm up by a bonfire. Bring a flashlight, wading boots and warm clothing. 7:30-9:30pm. FREE, pre-register. Lincoln Park, south parking lot (nearest Fauntleroy Ferry), 8603 Fauntleroy Way SW, Seattle. 206-382-7007 ext. 217. www.pugetsound.org.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7:30pm. $20, $15 seniors, $10 students. St. Mark's Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave. E, Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Home for the Holidays. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 9.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Eastside
Holiday Crafts. Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue. See Dec. 18.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 14.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
South Sound
Nutcracker. Features performances by the students of Washington Contemporary Ballet. 7:30 today, 2pm and 7pm Sat, 6pm Sun. $12-$15. Mt. Tahoma High School Theatre, 4634 S 74th St., Tacoma. 253-474-4312. www.wcbdance.org..
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Stadium High School Theatre, Tacoma. See Dec. 16.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Saturday, December 22 - First Day of Winter
Seattle Area
Nighttime at the Beach. Join Discovery Park staff to explore the beach at night. Warm drinks offered indoors afterward. Ages 7 and older. 8-10:30pm. $10, $8 additional person, pre-register by Dec. 21. 3801 W Government Way, Seattle. 206-386-4236. www.seattle.gov/parks.
Nocturnal Beach Bonanza. Experience a winter low tide at Camp Long. Wear warm clothing, waterproof footwear and bring flashlight. 8-10pm. $8, pre-register by Dec. 21. 5200 35th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-684-7434. www.camplong.org.
Owl Prowl. Join a dusk-to-dark search for owls in the forest at Camp Long. Ages 5 and older. 7-9pm. $8, $6 children, pre-register by Nov. 2. 5200 35th Ave. SW, Seattle. 206-684-7434. www.camplong.org.
Starlight Beach Walk. Explore a nighttime shoreline at low tide, then warm up by a bonfire. Bring a flashlight, wading boots and warm clothing. 7:30-9:30pm. FREE, pre-register. Seahurst Park, on beach at end of SW 140th St (via SW 144th St. and 13th Ave. SW), Burien. 206-382-7007 ext. 217. www.pugetsound.org.
A Festival of Lessons and Carols. Northwest Boychoir's concert includes holiday readings, carols and sing-alongs. 7:30pm. $25, $20 seniors, $15 students. Meany Hall, University of Washington, 15th Ave. NE and NE 40th St., Seattle. 206-524-3234. www.northwestchoirs.org.
Handel’s Messiah. Family matinee performed by Tudor Choir and Seattle Baroque Orchestra. Ages 6 and older. Noon-1pm. $5, free ages 12 and younger with adult. Town Hall, 1119 Eighth Ave, Seattle. 800-838-3006. www.brownpapertickets.com.
Merry Chris Mouse. A mouse family finds a new home in the wall of a child’s playroom. Thistle Theatre specializes in the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3-12. 1pm and 3pm. $9, $7 children and seniors. Warren G. Magnuson Park, Bldg. 47, 7400 Sand Point Way NE, Seattle. 206-524-3388. www.thistletheatre.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Santa Breakfast. Sheraton Seattle Hotel & Towers, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Sound Quartet. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Home for the Holidays. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 9.
Holiday Brunch. Macy’s, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Madeline and the Gypsies. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Eastside
The Nutcracker Ballet. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 14.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
North Sound
Nutcracker. Pacific West Performing Arts’ production features jazz, tap, hip hop and ballet performances. 2pm and 6pm. $12, $10 students, babes on laps free. Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 360-563-2793. www.pacificwestperformingarts.com.
South Sound
Family Winter Fest. Tahoma Audubon Society hosts nature hikes, games, crafts, hot cocoa and campfire stories. 10am-1pm. FREE. Morse Wildlife Preserve, Graham (call for directions). 253-591-6439. www.tahomaaudubon.org.
Illuminated Traditions. Museum of Glass, Tacoma. See Dec. 8.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Stadium High School Theatre, Tacoma. See Dec. 16.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Nutcracker. Mt. Tahoma High School Theatre, Tacoma. See Dec. 21.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Santa Breakfast. Sheraton Seattle Hotel & Towers, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Home for the Holidays. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 9.
Holiday Brunch. Macy’s, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Peter Pan. Book-It Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Madeline and the Gypsies. Northwest Puppet Center, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Gifts of the Magi. ArtsWest, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
A Child's Christmas in Wales. Stone Soup Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 7.
Eastside
The Nutcracker Ballet. Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. See Dec. 14.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
The No Hole Holiday. Redmond Town Center, Redmond. See Dec. 7.
South Sound
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
The Nutcracker Ballet. Stadium High School Theatre, Tacoma. See Dec. 16.
Cinderella. Knutzen Family Theatre, Federal Way. See Dec. 1.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Nutcracker. Mt. Tahoma High School Theatre, Tacoma. See Dec. 21.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
A Christmas Carol. ACT Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Back Home Again. Seattle Repertory Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 5.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. The Bathhouse on Greenlake, Seattle. See Dec. 6.
Tuesday, December 25 - Christmas
Wednesday, December 26 - Kwanzaa Begins
Seattle Area
Science Wonderland. Family fun at Pacific Science Center includes demonstrations, family activities, free laser matinees and more. 10am-5pm weekdays, 10am-6pm weekends through Dec. 31. Included with admission. $11, $9.50 seniors, $8 ages 6-12, $6 ages 3-5, free ages 2 and younger. 200 Second Ave. N, Seattle. 206-443-2001. www.pacificsciencecenter.org.
Winter Break Blast-Off! Daily activities at the Museum of Flight include building and test flying the glider of the day and creating aviation art. Noon-3pm through Dec. 30. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free ages 4 and younger. 9404 E Marginal Way S, Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Model Train Festival. Annual event features elaborate model trains on each floor of the Washington State History Museum. 10am-5pm daily through Jan. 1 (10am-8pm Thu., noon-5pm Sun.). $8, $7 seniors, $6 ages 6-17 and military, free ages 5 and younger, $25 family, free to all 5-8pm Thu. 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 888-238-4373. www.wshs.org.
Seattle Area
Twisted Flicks. Cheesy “B” movie shown with live, improvised dialogue, sound effects and music based on audience suggestions. All ages. 8pm through Sat. $10, $9 with non-perishable food donation. Historic University Theater, 5510 University Way NE, Seattle. 206-781-5761. www.twistedflicks.com.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Science Wonderland. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Winter Break Blast-Off! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Model Train Festival. Washington State History Museum, Tacoma. See Dec. 26.
Seattle Area
Fantastic Fishtival. Join the Seattle Aquarium for hands-on arts and crafts, storytelling and different animal talks daily. 9:30am-5pm through Jan. 6. Included with admission. $15, $10 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle. 206-386-4320. www.seattleaquarium.org.
Beethoven’s Ninth. Music from Beethoven and J.S. Bach performed by Seattle Symphony, Seattle Symphony Chorale and soloists. 8pm today-Sat., 2pm Sun. $20-$125. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. 206-215-4747. www.seattlesymphony.org.
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Science Wonderland. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Winter Break Blast-Off! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 27.
Black Nativity. Intiman Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
Wondering About Wildlife. Hands-on activities and special programs about the critters living in the Cedar River Watershed. 10am-3pm. FREE. Cedar River Watershed Institute, near North Bend, directions online. 206-233-1515. www.cedarriver.org.
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
North Sound
Parent’s 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.
South Sound
The Glass Jungle. Sha Sha Higby uses dance, puppetry, music and elaborate costumes to tell the story of a Burmese Buddha with a glass eye. Ages 8-adult. 5:30-7pm through Sat. $15, $12 seniors and students, seating limited. Museum of Glass, 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 866-468-7386. www.museumofglass.org.
Model Train Festival. Washington State History Museum, Tacoma. See Dec. 26.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Science Wonderland. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Fantastic Fishtival. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 28.
Winter Break Blast-Off! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Twisted Flicks. Historic University Theater, Seattle. See Dec. 27.
Beethoven’s Ninth. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 28.
A Christmas Carol. Taproot Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Nutcracker. McCaw Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Model Train Festival. Washington State History Museum, Tacoma. See Dec. 26.
Illuminated Traditions. Museum of Glass, Tacoma. See Dec. 8.
The Glass Jungle. Museum of Glass, Tacoma. See Dec. 28.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Seussical the Musical. Green River Community College, Auburn. See Dec. 14.
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Science Wonderland. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Fantastic Fishtival. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 28.
Winter Break Blast-Off! Museum of Flight, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Beethoven’s Ninth. Benaroya Hall, Seattle. See Dec. 28.
The Big Friendly Giant. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 2.
The Neverending Story. Seattle Children’s Theatre, Seattle. See Dec. 8.
Eastside
The King and I. Village Theatre, Issaquah. See Dec. 1.
South Sound
Community Workshop. Build a whirling mask in a community workshop led by Sha Sha Higby at Museum of Glass. All ages, children with adult. Noon-5pm. 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), pre-register at eemerson@museumofglass.org. 1801 Dock St., Tacoma. 866-468-7386.
Model Train Festival. Washington State History Museum, Tacoma. See Dec. 26.
The Sound of Music. Lakewood Playhouse, Lakewood. See Dec. 7.
Monday, December 31 - New Year’s Eve
Seattle Area
Winterfest. Seattle Center, Seattle. See Dec. 1.
Science Wonderland. Pacific Science Center, Seattle. See Dec. 26.
Fantastic Fishtival. Seattle Aquarium, Seattle. See Dec. 28.
Storytime. The Children’s Museum, Seattle. See Dec. 3.
South Sound
Model Train Festival. Washington State History Museum, Tacoma. See Dec. 26.
First Night Tacoma-Pierce County. Family-oriented, alcohol-free New Year’s Eve celebration of the arts includes performances and a countdown to midnight. Theatre District, downtown Tacoma. 5pm-midnight. FREE. www.firstnighttacoma.org.
Noon New Year’s Eve. Celebrate New Year’s at the Hands On Children’s Museum. Art and science activities from around the world, games, face paintingt and more, plus a noon-time countdown. 10am-1pm. $8-$10, accompanying adults free.106 11th Ave. SW, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.
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