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May Day: Seattle Style.

by Bethany Dunn

April 30, 2009

May Day is tomorrow, May 1st; and it's a great opportunity to share some fun, spring crafts with your preschooler.

While May Day is celebrated for many traditions and in many ways across the world; in the United States it is generally celebrated with the creation of May Baskets. The baskets are usually filled with flowers and then left at a friend or neighbor's door. The giver will then ring the door bell or knock and run away. If the receiver of the May Day Basket is quick enough and can catch the giver; a kiss is exchanged.

To me the day puts two of my favorite things together: flowers and crafts! Here's how you can have fun, too.

Make a May Day Maypole. Another fun May Day activity is the tradition of a Maypole. For this smaller version, you'll just need some ribbon or streamers, a paper towel roll and stickers.

No May Day would be complete without a May Day Basket. They are easy enough to make, you'll have enough time to make one to give away and one to keep. Another option for your May Day Basket are these made out of paper plates. So hard to choose, we may make both.

In France, wishing wells feature prominently in the celebration of May Day. Make one of your own and get your wishes (and coins!) ready.

Not up for a full-blown craft project? Then how about coloring some May Day themed coloring pages? Print these out and you're ready to go.

Enjoy May Day!  Read more...

Preparing for Inauguration Day.

by Bethany Dunn

January 19, 2009

No matter how you voted, Tuesday, January 20, 2009, is an historic day in our county as the first African American President is inaugurated into office. While most of the action, perse , is taking place in our nation's capital, Washington, DC, there are local events that can make you ALMOST feel like you are there. The Seattle Central Library is hosting a viewing of the inauguration in  Read more...

Five! Fun! Seattle! Activities!

by Bethany Dunn

November 18, 2008

Now, I don't have to tell you just how fun Seattle is for preschoolers, do I? (Oh, wait, I do! That's why I'm here.) This Tuesday were looking at five activities that make Seattle fun for our families. So many fabulous things to do - you better get started NOW. The greater Seattle area is home to many fantastic and fun children's museums. From The Children's Museum in Seattle, Imagine  Read more...

Seattle weekend guide: consider this your sanity.

by Bethany Dunn

June 06, 2008

It is really disheartening to come home after work, turn the key in the lock, open the door and hear the heater running in June. But, yet, that is what greeted me this evening. Again. In June. And this weekend? Not looking promising . By the way, just WHAT IS the difference between "rain" and "showers" anyway I have lists and lists of ideas and plans for great summer, outdoor activities  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in seattle

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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