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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.
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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...
Extra-curricular activities for the discerning preschooler.
June 17, 2008
Is your preschooler tiring of the basic after school activities like swimming or ballet? While my five year old is currently in the midst of a two-day a week love affair with taekwondo, I'm sure one day soon we'll be looking for other activities to feed his eagerness of action. Are you looking for some creative, unique options to broaden your children's perspective? We're lucky to live Read more...
To the farmers market we go!
June 05, 2008
'Tis the season of fresh farmers markets in Puget Sound! While we have several that run year-round; the majority are a summer treat. Why visit and purchase from local farmers markets? Because food offered at these markets is usually fresher than anything your can find in the supermarket and that means it's tastier and more nutritious. Eating local means more for the local economy and less 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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Our Favorite Art Venues
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!
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