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The Weekend Ahead.

August 20, 2009

The kids and I are headed out this weekend on our final summer HURRAH before preparing for the upcoming school year. Unfortunately, this requires a six hour car ride, but we get to spend a fantastic time with family doing funactivities like hiking and spending time at a water park. Plus, the weather should be PERFECT.

The weather should hold up pretty well 'round these parts, too. And there's still plenty of outdoor (and indoor!) fun to be had this weekend.

Get out on Friday evening to enjoy Concerts at the Mural at Seattle Center. It begins at 6pm, and this week features Fruit Bats, The Moondoggies, and Johnny and the Moon.

The Seattle Center is also hosting Tibet Fest this weekend. There will be a ton to see and do (and maybe learn a bit, too). The colorful costumes and dramatic dance is just the beginning.

It's Seattle's Central Area's turn to hold their Seafair sanctioned event - the Central Area Community Festival. Held Saturday from 11am to 9pm; it promises "food, fun and music". I'm sure they'll deliver.

Need a moment of downtime? Then perhaps the storytime at Mockingbird Books is just for you and your toddler. They'll be reading morning at 11am, except Sundays.

One of my favorite children's performers, Nancy Stewart, will be working her musical magic at the Greenwood Public Library this Sunday at 1pm.  Read more...

Looking Ahead, Weekend Style.

August 13, 2009

The cooler weather this week has been a welcome change for my family. I had to go digging into my kids' closets to find pants for them to wear; only to realize that they were almost too short. I see some school clothes shopping in my future.

But until then, we have a few more weeks and weekends of summer to enjoy. Here are some options for you, too.

Start the weekend off right, by listening to Music in the Park at Bothell Landing. The concert starts at at 7:00 pm and this week features Alex Duncan Reggae Band.

Run to Mercer Island for Island Jam. It includes a Summer Carnival that will include face painting, slides, bouncers, games and more! Friday, from noon to 4:00 pm.

Hungry? Head to Edmonds for their 37the Annual Taste of Edmonds. It will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday in downtown Edmonds. Enjoy music, kids' activities, and, of course, plenty of food!

On Sunday, bring your picnic basket and blanket to enjoy Edmonds' Concert in the Park featuring Portage Bay Big Band. Located at Edmonds City Park (3rd and Pine), the concert starts at 3:00 pm.

Enjoy these last summer weekends; only a few left!  Read more...

There's Only So Many Weekends Left.

August 06, 2009

On the last day of school, my kindergartner was sent home with more paperwork and materials that I had EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE.

Okay, that may have been a bit dramatic.

But still! Somehow, the most important piece of paper of the lot (the 1st grade supply list) I had somehow misplaced. Thank goodness I ran into a mom of my son's classmate in the supermarket last week and she mercifully emailed me a scanned copy.

Why is this so important now?

Because the school year will be here before you know it. So now is the time to enjoy every last drop of summer. Every morsel of fun. Every festival and event there is.

And this is a great weekend to experience just that.

Enjoy Music in the Park at Bothell Landing this Friday evening. This week features an 80s tribute band! Sweet!

The Rainer Valley Chamber of Commerce is hosting their annual Rainer Valley Heritage Festival and Parade. The parade starts at 11:00am and everybody loves a parade!

It's fair season! Celebrate at the Pierce County Fair in Graham. I don't even need to describe all the preschooler-friendly activities available - IT'S A FAIR. You get the general idea.

All weekend (Fri-Sun), enjoy Auburn Good 'Ol Days - where you can "celebrate like the did in the good 'ol days!" Translation: BBQ, entertainment, and kid's fun. Sounds good to me.

There's another opportunity to catch Recess Monkey at the Bellevue Library of the King County Library System. They'll be there Saturday at 11:00 am.  Read more...

Weekend Plans for When You're Not in Water or Melting.

July 30, 2009

All I have to say about this week is:

AGH.

MEH.

GRR.

It is just TOO hot. So hot, in fact, that my preschooler suffered from heat exhaustion this past Monday. It was pretty scary for a few moments, but now we know more about how to keep us all cool. Which basically revolves around drinking LOTS of water and limiting sun exposure.

While the weekend should bring us slightly lower temps - but still in the high 80s and low 90s - you'll still need something to do to fill in the times between dips in your kiddie pool. So pack plenty water and have fun!

What's summer without fresh blueberries? Come celebrate the local harvest as Bryant Blueberry Farm and Nursery hosts their Blueberry Festival on Saturday. They'll have pony rides, BBQ goodies, and, of course, plenty of blueberries to pick and enjoy.

It's Pioneer Days in Lake City! The fun will include a street fair, family activities and a parade! Rumor has it - there may also be a visit from the Seafair Pirates. Start August off right with a visit to this festival on Saturday.

You have a couple of opportunities to see Recess Monkey this weekend as they play two show around town. They'll be at Alphabet Soup Books in Wallingford on at 11am and at 3rd Place Books at 3pm on Saturday. The three members of the band used to be classroom teachers - so they know how to handle a crowd of kids with music and fun.

And remember, whatever you do, HYDRATE.  Read more...

It's Going to be Hot, Hot, HOT.

July 23, 2009

With weekend temperatures heading towards the mid-90s, you may want to do nothing more than lounging in your backyard in the kiddie pool.

Resist that urge! Here's some fun ideas to enjoy the weekend ahead.

Those in the south end may enjoy Renton River Days. Sponsored by Ikea, this festival has plenty of activities just for kids - from a Lego Playzone to face painting. And, of course there will be inflatables! 

The Tour de Terrace in Mountlake Terrace takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is a parade, musical entertainment and plenty to entertain the kids - big and small.

Got an artist in the house? Then ArtRageous in Auburn is your place to be this Saturday. This event boasts over 30 hands-on art activities, plus musical performances and artists in action.

Food more your thing? Enjoy seafood? Then your family will be in HEAVEN at the 35th Annual Ballard SeafoodFest this Saturday and Sunday. And it's not just about the food, kids have their own set of activities to enjoy as well!  Read more...

Weekend Plan Overload.

July 17, 2009

It's going to be hard to figure out just how to cram everything into this weekend.

So. Many. Option. For. Fun.

What will you choose?

Those foodies among us will be at the Bite of Seattle. With free admission and the new Just a Bite! promotion (right portions at the right price) you just can't go wrong. This is a very popular event - so come early and bring your patience. And your appetite.

Want to learn all about energy conservation? Then the 6th annual Shoreline SolarFest is for you. There will be tons of exhibitors (including energy providers and local environmentally friendly businesses) and a special spot for kids to play. I took my two kids last year and we had a great time!

A great event for the cultured family is the Wedgewood Art Festival. The perfect opportunity for strolling and admiring local artists.

Saturday is also Family Day at the Experience Music Project - meaning, FREE admission!

Enjoy!  Read more...

What You Sould Be Doing This Weekend.

July 10, 2009

I'm just going to say it; even though your probably don't want to hear it.

I actually enjoyed the cloudy and cooler weather this week.

(I KNOW! SACRILEGE.)

It was just nice for a few days to not have to water the plants twice a day, be able to wear a sweater to work, and not have the kids have trouble falling asleep because of the heat.

But the sun is back! And since summer is in full swing, you'll have plenty to occupy your family with this weekend.

Seafair kicks off tomorrow! It's the 60th Anniversary of the classic Seattle summer festival. The Seafair Pirates will greet you to open the festival this Saturday at 11:30 am at Alki Beach. Be sure to check out the Seafair website to see all the fun activities they have in store over the next few weeks.

Mercer Island is hosting it's annual Summer Celebration at Luther Burbank Park and Mercerdale Park. My guess? You'll be spending most of your time at the Children's Fun Zone. But no worries - there's food and entertainment as well.

Those in or near West Seattle have easy access to the West Seattle Summerfest. There will be live entertainment, vendors, food, and more.

Over on the Eastside, head to Redmond's Derby Days, featuring a bicycle race, live music, kids' parade, and carnival.

Now, if I can just decide how many events I can fit in this weekend...  Read more...

Welcome to Summer!

June 18, 2009

We've moved on from what may have been the most gorgeous spring EVER in Seattle (at least in my 15 years of living here!) into summer 2009. Which means for most weekends through September, you'll have your choice of festivals and events to enjoy.

So embrace summer this weekend by choosing from the following events:

This Saturday, the Fun at the Locks Concert Series brings you children's dance and music groups from the Nordic Heritage Museum to perform at Hiram M. Chittenden Locks in Ballard. There's even an opportunity for your children to participate!

Come find your artistic side at the Edmonds Arts Festival. For children, they host a "Children's Creative Corner", featuring balloon artists, children's musicians and hands on arts activities. 

It's strawberry festival time! In the south end, you have the Burien Strawberry and Arts Festival, and up north, it's the Marysville Strawberry Festival. Both events will have plenty of music, activities and family fun, and of course, strawberries!

And, remember, the Fremont Fair IS a family event! You can enjoy concerts, an arts show, food, performers, and activities. (You may, however, want to skip the Solstice Parade, which is family for its naked bikers. Not that there's anything wrong with that).

PS. And don't forget - this Sunday is Father's Day!  Read more...

Bring on the Weekend; Bring on the Fun!

May 28, 2009

If this weather continues - we just may start expecting this! Here's some ideas - both indoors and outdoors - to keep you busy this weekend and into next week.

On Friday, Saturday and Sunday head over to Edmonds for the Edmonds Rotary Waterfront Festival. They have an extensive schedule of children's events, with inflatables, duck races and music all weekend. Be sure to pack your sunscreen!

Pike Place Market is hosting their Pike Place Market Street Festival on Saturday and Sunday. They'll have plenty of food, music, and, of course, a KIDS ZONE!

Want to pick up from farm fresh foods this weekend? Saturday and Sunday, South 47 Farm welcomes you to their Fields of Green Farm Celebration. Who doesn't like wagon rides, live music, farm animals, food and your pick of fresh veggies and fruits? You may learn a little, too.

This past weekend marked the opening of the Jim Henson's Fantastic World exhibit at the Experience Music Project. It features more than 100 pieces of drawings, cartoons and storyboards that illustrate Henson’s talent as a storyteller and visionary. Who else could have brought us Big Bird and Kermit the Frog? And don't forget -EMP hosts Family Days each month with free or reduced admission prices.  Read more...

The Sun Is BACK!

May 14, 2009

The sun will be back this weekend; and I hope you will be able to get outside to enjoy it (a little gardening perhaps?). If you're looking for a break, we've got some great ideas for you.

Did you know that the Seattle International Children's Festival is now called Giant Magnet? Well, it is and it NOW OPEN in Seattle (running until May 16). It then moves to Tacoma for May 17 and 18. There is so much to see and do at the festival!

This weekend may be just the time to break out your shovels and buckets and head out to one (or more!) of Puget Sound's fabulous beaches. Here are my recommendations for the best there is.

Got Elmo or Sesame Street fans in your house? There are a few tickets left to see Elmo's Green Thumb at Comcast Arena at the Everett Events Center this weekend. My preschooler and I will be visiting Elmo on Saturday and she's really looking forward to it.

Sounds like the sun will be hear to stay next week, so here's some options to take advantage of the fantastic weather.

And, since there should be lots of sun this weekend and the week ahead - be prepared!  Read more...

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!  Read more...

Spring Break!

March 26, 2009

Next week is Spring Break for the Seattle School District and many of the other local school districts (including the one my kindergartner attends). My son and I will be hitting the road to visit family in Idaho (and, yes, I have Angie's recent post on traveling with kids bookmarked so I can use all her tips!).

Since this is our family's first experience of Spring Break as parents of school-aged children combined with the fact that my daughter's preschool doesn't take a week off, our expectations (especially for the kids) are especially low. But yours don't have to be! If you are not headed out of town to warmer weather (I'm jealous), there are still plenty of activities around town to keep your crew entertained.

Visit the Pacific Science Center to enjoy their annual Spring Fling from April 1-5. Included in the price of admission are visits from special animal guests, nature activities and even pony rides!

Want to keep learning? Then head to the Bellevue Arts Museum for FREE on Friday as part of their First Free Friday promotion.

Spring Break in Seattle means its Whirligig time! Just what is Whirligig? Well, it's a "wacky world of child size action"! The Center House is transformed with bouncy houses, slides and much more. There are also roaming clowns, face painting, and free entertainment. It runs for two weeks from March 27 through April 12. Want to miss the crowds? Plan on attending on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday.

Have a great Spring Break and stay safe!  Read more...

What Will You Be Doing This Weekend and Upcoming Week?

March 19, 2009

Starting when I was five, I played years and year and years AND YEARS of Little League. Well, thirteen years to be exact. I considered the experiences I had as some as my favorites from my youth. I waited years and years AND YEARS to have kids of my very own who could play Little League, too, and have just as much fun as I had.

That year has finally come.

My son is now in tee-ball and this weekend is the annual pancake breakfast and JAMBOREE. So, I know what WE will be doing this weekend - but what will you be up to?

It's Baby Loves Disco weekend! On Saturday head down to Heaven in Pioneer Square and boogie on down!

Do you have a rock lover in your house (and not the musical kind)? Then they may enjoy the Rock and Gem Show at the Lake City Community Center held this Saturday and Sunday. It's free!

And next week brings lots of fun activities as well.

This Monday is Ivar's Flounders Day, where you can enjoy a choice of entrees for $1.04 (with the purchase of any regular prices entree)! My kids love the clam strips. Lunch? CHECK.

On Tuesday you can enjoy Nancy Stewart at the Burien Public Library as she performs her Mother Goose on the Loose show. Be prepared to sing along!

Have a great week!  Read more...

Experiencing Spring in Seattle.

March 17, 2009

The snow this weekend was pretty darn incredible. My family and I live in the "Puget Sound convergence zone" so our weather is sort of its own micro-climate - often experiencing what I consider strange weather events. And this Sunday was no different - somehow, snowflakes combined as they were falling from the sky to create these sort of massive "super" snowflakes. There were some snowflakes that were - NO JOKE - the size of small salad plates.

But we soldier on into spring. By my calender, the first day of spring is only 4 days away (March 21). Here's some great ways to enjoy spring in Seattle! (But don't forget your umbrella!)

Spring in Seattle is a great time to get geared up for summer by learning to swim - our very own Angie helps us decide if our preschooler would benefit from private swim lessons.

While Washington, DC has their famous Cherry Blossom Festival, we have our own for you to enjoy: the Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival which is held in April. Other than the festival, great spots to enjoy the cherry blossoms include in the Quad on the University of Washington Campus or along the walkway on Lake Washington Boulevard. Breathtaking.

Get ready for baseball reason (and the return of Junior!!) by scheduling a Safeco Field Tour.

Plan a trip up to Skagit Valley to the annual Tulip Festival. The acres and acres AND ACRES of the tulips are a sight to see; but there are lots of family activities to enjoy, too.

Pack a picnic and enjoy your local park. It may have been MONTHS since you've made this trip - but the days should dry out soon, so make your first trip back special by packing your lunch and inviting some friends to join you.  Read more...

The Sun is Out, but the Snow May Be On Its Way.

March 05, 2009

Snow or no snow...spring is just around the corner - I can FEEL it. Here's some great ways to get through another week while waiting for spring to arrive.

This Friday is Free First Friday Concert night at Music Works Northwest (the non-profit community music school). This month will feature Linda Bailey and Klaus Liebetanz performing family-friendly flute duets. Admission is free.

Want something to do together as a family? The Bellevue Family YMCA is hosting a Family Fun Night on Friday from 6:00 - 8:00 pm - open to the public ($5 for non members). You and your children can enjoy craft projects, gymactivities and swimming.

Go celebrate Dr. Suess' 105th Birthday on Saturday at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park from pm 9:00 - 11:00 am. There will be entertainment, crafts, stories, and, OF COURSE, green eggs and ham!

The City of Kent is hosting Kent Kids' Arts Day on Saturday at the Kent Commons. Artists will guide your little Picasso through a variety of hands-on art experiences. You can also take a brake from all the art and listen to live entertainment all day.

Not ready to give winter up yet? Hold on by enjoying Preschool Skate (Monday through Friday, 11:00am - 3:00 pm) at Castle Ice Arena - free is a great price!  Read more...

The Superbowl Is Not Entirely Preschooler Friendly.

January 29, 2009

With the BIG SUPER BOWL WEEKEND ahead, you may be looking for other options than constant coverage of the pre-game, game, and, of course, post-game. I know I am. The Wing Luke Asian Museum is celebrating the Year of the Ox with 50% off regular museum admission prices. They also have a special exhibit on Native Hawaiians in the Pacific Northwest to enjoy. (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.)  Read more...

Holiday fun for the weekend ahead.

December 05, 2008

The holidays are in full swing...do you even NEED more activities to fill your weekend? If you do - here's the funnest stuff out there. As part of their Little Maestro Series , the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra presents a Holiday Hooray with Lisa & Linda . Be prepared to sing and dance along! (Saturday only.) Mountlake Terrace Elementary School is hosting a Holiday Bazaar . You can get  Read more...

A preschooler's guide to Seattle Center's Winterfest.

December 03, 2008

We're just a few days into Seattle Center's annual Winterfest, so there is still so much to see and do. I've pulled together all the best activities and must-see sites of the festival - perfect for tons of family fun, whether is be for an hour or the whole day! Most activities are free or low cost, so be sure to put this on your December must-do list. Everyday at Winterfest  Read more...

Five classic Seattle holiday activities.

December 02, 2008

Welcome to December! The holidays have officially begun! There is so very much to see and do this month in Seattle (with many more activities to be highlighted in the upcoming days), so I wanted to give you the top five classic Seattle holiday opportunities to get you in the holiday mood. Still need your Christmas tree (I know we do!)? There's still time to enjoy the classic tree "hunting"  Read more...

Introduction to the Official State of Washington Flower.

November 14, 2008

After we married I moved into my husband's home in Des Moines (Washington, natch). Our property (just 7,200 square feet) held twenty-seven rhododendron plants. Let me repeat that: TWENTY-SEVEN RHODODENDRON PLANTS. I did a little bit of research on rhododendrons and quickly discovered the they are the official flower of the State of Washington, and apparently, our property held an official  Read more...

A patriotic way to spend your Saturday.

November 07, 2008

The turn into fall and the upcoming Veteran's holiday leaves little preschooler events available this weekend. But, there is a great Veteran's Day related event for your and your family to enjoy on Saturday. On Saturday, you can enjoy one of the largest Veteran's Day parades west of the Mississippi River. Each year, close to 200 parade entries, 20 bands  Read more...

What to do this weekend that has NOTHING to do with Halloween.

October 23, 2008

SHHHH! Today we are NOT TALKING ABOUT HALLOWEEN. This weekend guide consists of no Halloween related events and activities. Okay, I LIED, there is ONE Halloween related activity. But it should be super fun so I made an exception. This weekend in home to this month's edition of the ever popular Baby Loves Disco . You can pre-order tickets or purchase at the door, but whatever you do: put your  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...

Perfect activities for a sunny Seattle fall weekend.

October 09, 2008

Now I realize this weekend you'll be busy with fun Halloween crafts , but there are tons of fun family activities taking place all over the greater Puget Sound this weekend. It is the season of the farm harvest, and I'll do a review of all the location farms on Friday, but what else is scheduled for this upcoming beautiful, sunny fall weekend? The Kelsey  Read more...

Welcome to October!

October 02, 2008

Researching and writing these weekly weekend activity picks has become one of my favorite things about writing for Seattle Savvy. I am amazed about the many fun family events that are available each weekend in and around Seattle. More times than not, my research informs what my family will be doing that particular weekend. This makes me all the more bummed that I will be out of town this  Read more...

The first REAL autumn weekend in Seattle.

September 25, 2008

The official start of fall, the autumn equinox, took place a few days ago on September 20. Now that the rain has arrived, there is no denying that the season has changed and we now must say goodbye to summer. But, we don't have to say goodbye to fun family weekend activities (THANK GOODNESS). And the really good news is that the weather should be looking up just in time for the weekend.  Read more...

The weekend is coming, whether you like it or not.

September 18, 2008

The outstanding warm September weather continues; though they tell us rain should appear by the time Monday dawns. Take part of the weekend (I know it will take me a while) to find where you have hidden yourpreschooler's raincoat in preparation for next week's school and activity adventures. Because, remember, real northwesterners DON'T carry an umbrella. Well, once you locate the raincoat,  Read more...

Warning! Another fantastic weekend ahead!

September 11, 2008

I'm happy to report that my family has settled into our new kindergarten and preschool routine. Both a plus and a minus of kindergarten is that my son comes home EXHAUSTED; not only is he not napping anymore, but the class schedule is much more grueling (if that can be said about the lesson plan for a five year old) than preschool was. So our night routine is basically: come home, make and  Read more...

Seattle weekend plans? CHECK.

August 21, 2008

We're heading out for one last hurrah this weekend - over to Idaho to visit family - before school starts and my son enters kindergarten (!!!). It will just be the kids and me in the car for about six hours (ONE WAY), so if you're hanging around Seattle this weekend, you're definitely getting the better end of the deal. Anyone want to meet for lunch in Othello at the Burger King around  Read more...

What will you be doing this weekend? Here's your guide!

August 07, 2008

The summer weekends keep rolling ahead - one of the great things about living in the great Pacific Northwest is that summer (while late to start) really keeps going deep into August and September. And, lucky for us, that means many more weekends filled with fun summer activities. Here's your weekend guide. Picky eaters? Head to the Taste of Edmonds , where there is sure to be something to  Read more...

Gearing up for another summer weekend.

August 01, 2008

No worries, friends, Thursday's rain was just a minor blip on our screen as we look forward to the weekend. (Okay, okay, there's a small chance of rain on Friday, but I'll believe it when I see it.) I even took my own advice and let the kids splash away in the afternoon rain puddles. Got plans for the weekend? Here are some events to help fill your calendar. Judkins Park in Seattle will be  Read more...

Things you must do with your children in Seattle before they grow up: Vol. 4.

July 31, 2008

What adventure is next on our journey to complete the 100 things you must do with your children before they grow up? From the ocean to elephant ears, it's all included in numbers 16-20. 16. Wiggle your toes (and the rest of your body!) in the Pacific Ocean. I don't care where you do it whether it's at Ocean Shores or Orcas Island , this is MUST. 17. Welcome the troops home at  Read more...

How to get the most out of your ventures out around town.

July 28, 2008

Here at Seattle Savvy Source, we have this habit of sending you all over town and the greater Puget Sound region: to museums, festivals, events and your very own back yard. And, for the most part, you can just pack up your preschooler and be on your way. But could some of these activities be enhanced by a little pre-planning? With a little extra work on your part, you can make your next  Read more...

Gearing up for the weekend: are you ready?

July 17, 2008

I realize that I keep saying this OVER and OVER, but isn't this weather FANTASTIC? You can tell that we're deep into the month of July because there are so many events this weekend that are PERFECT for families with young children. So, take a look, there's sure to be something to please you and your preschooler. As for us, we'll be at the Shoreline Solar Fest - rumor has it, they'll get  Read more...

Are you ready for the weekend?

July 11, 2008

You've got to admit it, this week has been SPECTACULAR. The weather has been my version of perfect, mid 70s and not-too-hot evenings. Bliss. And it seems to be no end in sight. This weekend would be perfect for you to head out and enjoy these preschooler-approved events: For those of you with Nordic background (or just an interest), your family can celebrate Viking Days at the Heritage  Read more...

Five ways to make the most of your three day 4th of July weekend.

July 03, 2008

In Seattle, it's practically tradition that it rains on the 4th of July. So, it's sort of unprecedented that it will be somewhat sunny for the holiday for two, count it TWO, years in a row. Since you won't be stuck in the house with the kids all weekend, here's the best of Seattle area activities to get you moving. Enjoy Seattle at the WaMu Family Fourth . You'll find family activities  Read more...

Events preview for this weekend: it's going to be hot, hot, HOT.

June 26, 2008

Even though the first of July is next Tuesday (!!), only in just this past week has it really felt like summer in Seattle. The beautiful summer weather should come to a crescendo this Saturday, with temperatures expected to be in the mid-to-high eighties. So if you're not headed out camping (like my husband and son are) or out to the beach; it would be a great time to slather on some  Read more...

The summer of music in Seattle.

May 26, 2008

It seems to be the summer of music in the Seattle area; with a variety of options for free or low cost concerts for you and your family to enjoy. City of Shoreline Summer Lunchtime Concert Series . They have many choices for you to enjoy; from jazz, polka or steel drum - they've got it. They are scheduled for Wednesday at lunch - a perfect way to get through "hump day". Bring your  Read more...

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