Special FREE FIRST SATURDAY: LUNAR NEW YEAR at the ASIAN ART MUSEUM in Seattle - Saturday, February 7th 2015 from 11am-2pm

Here is another one I highly recommend! These are monthly but this one (Feb 2015) will also feature a live martial arts performance in honor of the Lunar New Year!

" Each Free First Saturday has an exciting new theme and drop-in workshops guided by teaching artists. Model traditional costumes, enjoy a special performance, watch a family-friendly movie, discover a new book, and embark on a sketching tour of the galleries.

This month celebrate the Lunar New Year with drop-in art activities that highlight the year of the Sheep, live martial arts performances from Mak-Fai, music, dress-up, and a family-friendly sketching tour throughout the galleries. Create your own flipbook with your own portrait and zodiac animal! "

Event location: FULLER GARDEN COURT

For more info. go here.

Fire Day at MOHAI with free admission, firetrucks old and new, dress-up, crafts, giveaways and more in Seattle - Saturday, October 11th 2014 from 10am-2pm

" Your little firefighter will love everything about this family friendly event, co-presented with the Seattle Fire Department. Activities include trying on firefighter gear, learning fire safety tips and tricks, exploring antique and present day fire engines, hands-on artifacts, crafts, giveaways, and more!

Museum admission is FREE during the hours of this special event! "

For more info. go here.

Queen Anne Days Festival with live music performances including The Not-Its and The Johnny Bregar Band, a car show, kiddie parade, scavenger hunt, games and tons more fun at Big Howe Park on Queen Anne! - Saturday, July 12th 2014 from 10am-4pm

Look at all the fun things to do at this year's Queen Anne Days Festival!

Carnival Games:

Pin the Sprinkle on the Cupcake

3 Spinning Wheels ($)

Bean Bag Toss

Lucky Duck

Disc Drop

Ring Toss

Sporting Activities:

Parkour 

1on1 Basketball

Gymnastics/tumbling (Little Gym of Interbay)

Fitness Fun

Hula Hooping

Arts and Crafts:

Umbrella Tree yoga and cooking

Pottery wheel

Bubble station

Dog Bandana painting

Sweet Pea Cottage craft

Children’s Workshop preschool craft

And there’s more:

Outdoor Games from Blue Highway Games

Robotics by Coebotics

Build and launch your own water bottle rocket

Group photo booth with costumes!

Massages

Face Painting

Animal Balloons

Lanyard Photos by PEMCO

Tae Kwon Do Demo

Balloon Pop Fundraiser ($)

Car Show

Bouncy Houses

Scavenger Hunt

And of course there will be bands, food trucks, the not-to-be missed kiddie parade and cool cars. Check out the schedule for more details!

For more info. go here.

NAAM presents "A Day Out with Dad!" with a free movie "The Jackie Robinson Story", baseball dress-up and photos, arts and crafts, ballpark snacks and more in Seattle - Sunday, June 15th 2014 from 12-4pm - Movie showing at 1pm

A Day Out with Dad!

June 15 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Free

 

" Spend Father’s Day at NAAM, now featuring Pitch Black: African American Baseball in Washington! To complement the exhibit, we are hosting a Day Out with Dad with activities to celebrate fathers, summer, and America’s favorite pastime! Join us at 1:00 pm for the screening of The Jackie Robinson Story, the 1950 black-and-white film starring Jackie Robinson himself. Throughout the day you and Dad can enjoy arts and crafts activities, baseball dress up and picture taking, and ballpark snacks. The museum will also provide whiffle ball gear and bases for some friendly outdoor pickup games. Come have a ball with us this Father’s Day! "

For more info. go here.

KIDSTOCK! - A FREE family event featuring musical performances, theatre, arts education workshops, and activities for kids at Edmonds Center for the Arts - Saturday, February 8th 2014 from 9:30am-2:30pm - Register now for this free event!

KIDSTOCK! - a FREE FAMILY EVENT at ECA

- One Pass Per Family - 

Kidstock! is a FREE family event at Edmonds Center for the Arts and will feature musical performances, theatre, arts education workshops, and more fun activities for kids! 

The ECA Main Stage will host Tim Noah, The Not-Its!, Alex Zerbe (juggling), and Aaron Nigel Smith. There will also be performances by Book-It Repertory Theatre (The Phantom Tollbooth) and Thistle Theatre (Mrs. Periwinkle and Possum), as well as face-painting, food concessions, hula hoops, bouncy houses, and a Seattle Shakespeare Company costume photo booth too.

Take the whole family and join us for a day of creativity and fun! Make a family reservation and print your confirmation at home.

Schedule:**

On the Main Stage
9:45-10:30: Tim Noah
11:00-11:45: Alex Zerbe Juggling
12:15-1:00: The Not-Its!
1:30-2:15: Aaron Nigel Smith

Theatre, Live!
10:00-10:45: The Phantom Tollbooth (Book-It Repertory Theatre) (Gr. K-6)
11:15-12:00: Book-it Repertory Theatre's "Themes in Motion" Workshop (Gr. K-2)
1:00-2:00: Mrs. Periwinkle and Possum (Thistle Theatre) (Ages 3+)

**Schedule subject to change. Please note that Theatre, Live! events are first-come, first-served. In consideration of our patrons, please note that there will be no late seating for these performances.

For more info. go here.

100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION FOR THE QUEEN ANNE BRANCH OF THE SEATTLE PUBLIC LIBRARY - Sunday, January 12TH 2014 FROM 2–4pm

Wow...100 years old...that is amazing!

" Join the Library in celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Queen Anne Branch, one of six Carnegie libraries in Seattle. Festivities will include crafts, historical photos, vintage clothes and more!...


Step back in time to see clothing styles from the 1900s! Enjoy music, refreshments, crafts and more at this 100th anniversary celebration.

Representatives from Goodwill's Vintage Fashion Collection will provide an exhibit at the branch featuring vintage clothing and an interactive hat show with 50 hats to view and try on.

The Queen Anne Historical Society will be present to share information on local history.

There will also be a whirligig craft for children, refreshments and commemorative bookmarks, an anniversary scrapbook of Queen Anne Branch memories, and historical photos of the branch. "


For more info. go here.

Seattle Fire Day at the MOHAI with fire engines, dress-up, crafts, giveaways plus FREE Admission in Seattle - Saturday, October 5th 2013 from 10am-2pm

Fun day at the MOHAI for your little firefighters!

" Your little firefighter will love everything about this family friendly event, co-presented with the Seattle Fire Department. Activities include trying on firefighter gear, learning fire safety tips and tricks, exploring antique and present day fire engines, hands-on artifacts, crafts, giveaways and more!

Note: Admission is free during the hours of this special event. "

 For more info. go here and here.

 

"Day in the Park 2013" with TONS of Activities at Mount Baker Park in Seattle - Sunday, September 22nd 2013 from 10am-3pm

There will be all kinds of fun including bouncy house, Seattle Gymnastics Academy's mobile tumbling gym, a magician, music, performances, games, a red carpet for rock star posing AND paparazzi, a parade, flash mob, talent show, bake sale, face painting and more!

Event is happening Rain or Shine!

For more info. go  here and  here.

"Talk like a Pirate Day" at Krispy Kreme Doughnuts = FREE Doughnut! OR Dress up like a Pirate and get a FREE DOZEN! - Thursday, September 19th 2013 - All day!

For more info. go here.

(Pics from last year!)

Pirate Day at Country Village in Bothell - Saturday, September 14th 2013 from 12-4pm

 " Country Village Presents PIRATE DATE!

Your voyage begins at noon, on Saturday, September 14th 2013.

Come in your best pirate costume and follow the clues on a treasure map. Solve the mystery and collect your pirate treasure. Pirate booty will be at participating shops. 

Don't miss the Pirate Puppet Show at 2pm by Zero & Somebuddy.

The Pirates of Treasure Island will be plundering Country Village at noon - 3pm.

See you here if you dare! "

For more info. go here.

Pirate and Princess Party with Radio Disney at Southcenter Mall - Thursday, September 5th 2013 from 10am-12pm

Dress up those pirates and princesses and head on over!

" Join The Radio Disney AM 1250 Road Crew for a very special Princess & Pirates themed party! There will be activities including a sword and crown making craft, Disney princess trivia, Pirate games, and exclusive Disney Princess and Pirate prizing. Plus, don’t forget to wear your favorite Princess or Pirate costume! "


For more info. go here.

 

Scott (Full Gear) Firefighter Combat Challenge with a special kids challenge too in Everett - Saturday, August 24th 2013 from 11am-6pm (earlier to register to compete)

Cool spectator event and fun for kids too if they want to try and compete!

Watch firefighters in full gear compete against each other and time on various "life saving" tasks!

" The competition is free to watch and spectators are encouraged. In addition to the main event and the Kid’s Combat Challenge (free), there will also be antique and modern fire engines, Fire Safety house, Kid-sized bunker gear, vendors/booths, and more-all free! "

For more info. go here and here.

Dress-up Tea Party for Girls AND Boys with refreshments and door prizes at Bellevue Art and Frame/The Toy Place - Saturday, August 17th 2013 from 2:30-4pm - "Less than a Latte" at $5 - Preregister!

For more info. go here.

FREE Teen Night with DJ and more at Seattle Art Museum - Friday, May 10th 2013 from 7-10pm

Great interactive event for high school teens!

" Teen Night Out is back! Bursting at the seams with teen talent, these evenings of cool culture will make you have an art attack! For high school-age teens only, these not-to-be-missed evenings showcase creativity and complex cultures alongside incredible DJs, teen art tours, and artmaking workshops led by Seattle’s hottest contemporary artists. "


For more info. go here.

Kodomo no Hi (Children's Day Festival) at JCCCW in Seattle - Sunday, May 5th 2013 from 11am-5pm

 

 

" Children's Day is a fun and exciting introduction to the rich world of children’s culture in Japan. JCCCW welcomes families in the community to take part in the Kodomo no Hi festival as an opportunity to experience multiculturalism while celebrating the health and growth of all children. "

 

 

Highlights include:

 

Traditional Games

Armor and helmet try-on and information table by the Consulate General of Japan in Seattle

Kamishibai (Japanese Story Telling)

Martial Arts

Music

Manga Workshop  

Water Yoyo

Northwest Nikkei Museum - Art Behind Barbed Wire exhibit

Nikkei Bunko (Library)

Hosekibako (Resale Shop)

Mariner Moose

And More!

For more info. go here.

 

 

 

 

"Community Portrait Day" at Seattle Art Museum - Saturday, March 16th 2013 from 11am-2pm - "Less than a Latte" each with suggested donation of $5 for materials

" Get inspired by Rembrandt, Van Dyck, Gainsborough: The Treasures of Kenwood House, London during this afternoon full of art making for all ages!

The day's activities include:

• Work with Seattle artist Joe Park to create a life-sized embellished masterpiece.
• Become your favorite cartoon! Have a local artist from Over the Line Art capture your likeness in a caricature drawing.
• Ready for your close-up? Dress up for a photo op with Youth in Focus.
• Create a portrait of yourself, a member of your family or your friends using a variety of costumes, accessories and props in our artist’s studio.
• Draw all day at drop-in sketching stations. We'll provide the materials.
• Discover the treasures of Kenwood House on a family-friendly sketching tour.

Suggested materials fee $5.00. Attendees will receive complimentary passes to the galleries. "


For more info. go here and here.

"Tale of a Snow Queen" performance plus craft at the Shoreline Library - Thursday, February 20th 2013 at 2pm

Head to a fun, winter-themed event at the library!

" Celebrate the beauty of winter with this adaptation of the classic fairy tale The Snow Queen. We will be surrounded by flurries of make believe snow and a magic rabbit with very important secrets to share. Journey to meet the four seasons and a true promise of spring. Create a snow wand to use as a prop for the performance finish! Winter-themed costumes are welcome. "

Recommended for kids ages 3 to 8, families welcome.


For more info. go here.

FREE Lunar Year Celebration "Year of the Snake" at Seattle Asian Art Museum - Saturday, February 2nd 2013 from 11am-2pm (Movie "Jungle Book" until 3pm!)

This is a not-to-miss celebration and will feature live music, performances and family tours throughout the galleries. Kids can celebrate the lunar New Year and design their own snake prints too!

 

Schedule of Events:

11:30 & 1:30: Dance performances: Enjoy Chinese folk, traditional, and modern dance performances by the Melody Dance Group!

12:30 pm: Martial Arts Performance: Watch members from Mak Fai perform a traditional martial arts Lion Dance!

11 am – 2pm: Art-making: Celebrate the lunar New Year by designing your own snake print!

11 am – 2 pm: All Day activities: Pick up a book and read in our story time corner! Try on some traditional clothing in our dress-up area!

Gallery Tour: Explore the galleries with a sketching tour! *Grab a tour from the Garden Court

1:30pm – 3pm Kid’s Flick: The Jungle Book: This enchanting live-action version of Rudyard Kipling’s tale features Sabu as Mowgli; the jungle-raised boy who communicates and interacts with memorable snake, tiger and wolf characters.

For more info. go here and here.

 

 

Dessert Alert! Free Donuts Today for "Talk like a Pirate Day" - Wednesday, September 19th 2012 - Participating locations

Just saw this...so If you live near Krispy Kreme and would like some free donuts for dessert after dinner tonight take the little one or yourself dressed as a pirate (no weapons please!) to any participating Krispy Kreme location and "talk like a pirate" to receive a box of one dozen donuts!  Or just "talk like a pirate" or wear an eye patch for one free donut! Only valid today and while supplies last.


For more info. go here.

Pirate Party at Ravenna Eckstein Community Center - Wednesday, August 8th 2012 at 1pm - "Less than a Latte"

Go and enjoy a Pirate Party with the kids!

" Ahoy mateys! We be meetin' at 1pm at Ravenna fer adventure as you hunt fer hidden treasure. Lads and lasses, come dressed in yer finest pirate garb & be prepared fer some swashbuckling fun, grub and kiddie spirits! "

"Less than a Latte" at $1 per person for ages 5 and under.


For more info. go here.