Music Appreciation
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.
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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!
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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!
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Bellevue's Magic Season.
December 08, 2008
This year marks the 12th year that the Bellevue Downtown Association has sponsored Bellevue's Magic Season. Held traditionally beginning the day after Thanksgiving into the new year, the Magic Season will run until January 11, 2009, giving you plenty of time to head to the Eastside to experience all the magic the festival has to offer. What I'm looking forward to the most? Each evening at 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...
Things you must do with your children in Seattle before they grow up: Volume 5.
August 15, 2008
We greet you this warm Friday with volume 5 of our series "Things to do with your child before they grow up". For this edition, I can honestly tell you I have completed only ONE of these activities - can you guess which one? 21. Go camping on the Olympic Peninsula . Did you know Olympic National Forest holds an actual rainforest ? True story. 22. Bike across Lake Washington on the I-90 Read more...
Trade your preschooler's kazoo for a summer concert.
July 22, 2008
My husband recently returned from a business trip that caused him to be away from the house for an entire week He brought them kazoos . KAZOOS. As much as I like to support my children's interest in music; I've had to set some rules regarding the use of the kazoos. The two main rules are nokazooing while someone in the house is sleeping (mostly for my benefit) and no kazooing in the car Read more...
Three Days In and Around Seattle: Day 2, the Kitsap Peninsula.
July 09, 2008
The great month of escapes continues at The Savvy Source; yesterday was day one , covering the urban Seattle highlights. We started the day at the Seattle Aquarium , played at the Seattle Center , and shopped at the historic Pike Place Market . Whew. Day two of our "Three Days In and Around Seattle" series will take us west out to the Kitsap Peninsula. Your preschooler and friends are in for Read more...
Five songs to keep you dancing all summer long.
July 01, 2008
The longest day of the year was just over a week ago, but these summer
days still contain plenty of daylight hours. And I'm always looking for
fun ways to fill them. So, how about putting some of these songs on and
dancing the day away? Because, sometimes, my son has got to ROCK. 
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Mozart, Moby or Miles: Seattle's own music man.
May 30, 2008
I'm sure you've heard of New York's Laurie Berkner , who burst onto the children's music when neighborhood moms started passing her bootleg tapes around the playground. But Seattle has it's very own children's music maestro in the form of Brian Waite of the Brian Waite Band. Brian started writing children's music in 1999 and formed his eponymous band in 2001. Since that time they 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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