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No April Fools Here!
April 02, 2009
It's sort of tradition to have cruddy weather during Spring Break in Seattle; and this week has been no exception. My son and I traveled to Idaho to visit family and were greeted by five fresh inches of snow once we arrived. On Wednesday, we ventured back over the snowy Cascade Mountains and were greeted by snow falling in the greater Seattle area.
Ah, April Fool's Day. But, no, REALLY, it happened.
Welcome to Spring in Seattle.
The weather may not be cooperating, but there is still plenty to do now that Spring has sprung (at least on the calendar).
Have a love of alpacas? Head over to the Puyallup Fair Grounds for ALPACAPALOOZA! This free event will feature live alpacas in competitions, demonstrations and more. All day Saturday and Sunday.
It's April - which means it's time for the annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Other than all the gorgeous tulips to view, there are a lot of family friendly events and activities to enjoy.
Have a Tuesday music break at the Mercer Island Public Library for Songfest! Your preschooler can dance and sing away their morning energy with performer Patrick Doherty.
And, don't forget, Whirligig at Seattle Center runs through April 12!
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Pumpkins!
October 17, 2008
I love pumpkins. I LOVE PUMPKINS. I love pumpkins so much that I had them be a major part of my floral centerpieces when I got married (trust me, it was SPECTACULAR). And, as Halloween is approaching (quickly!), it is pumpkin season in the Puget Sound. And while we've already taken a closer look at the great farms to visit this harvest season , here we'll look specifically at the pumpkin Read more...
Seattle's farm fest harvest guide.
October 10, 2008
Fall in Seattle (for those of you not totally depressed by the passing of summer) is a beautiful season, full of glorious fall colors, tastes and smells. And experiencing the farms of the Puget Sound Region is a perfect way to also see the animals and foods alike go along with it. These farms are one of the reasons life is great for Seattle families. You can live in the city with all its Read more...
Things you must do with your children in Seattle before they grow up: Volume 6.
August 28, 2008
Remember the Mt. Saint Helens eruption? Enjoy Washington grown apples? Then this volume of "Things to do with your preschooler before they grow up" is for you. Get ready for numbers 26-30. 26. Witness living history at Mt. Saint Helens . I witnessed the 1980 eruption siting on the roof of my uncle's house in Portland. The visitor's center at Mt. Saint Helens still sends shivers up my Read more...
Family time at Ocean Shores.
August 25, 2008
Need one quick trip this summer before school starts? Ocean Shores is just under three hours south-west of Seattle and has a variety of preschooler-friendly family activities that are perfect for a weekend or weekday getaway. There are many options for housing - from condos and hotels to homes and everything in-between. And plenty of fun to be had; not all of it involves sand! Pack your Read more...
We all scream for ice cream!
July 25, 2008
It's the perfect time of year to venture out as a family on a warm summer evening and enjoy a few scoops of ice cream. Lucky for all us Seattle-ites; there are many places to experience the joy that is the perfect scoop of ice cream (or gelato!). If you're into classic ice cream taste, a good choice is always Cold Stone Creamery , with locations throughout the Puget Sound. There is Read more...
More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in seattle
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Our Urban Jungle
Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune
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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors
Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun
A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories
Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet
The Most Fun in Life Is Free!
The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots
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