Family Fun Day with a 5th Avenue Theatre performance, a speaker and book signing, arts and crafts and more at the Wing Luke Museum in Seattle - Saturday, May 9th 2015 from 11am-4pm

" Family Fun Day is packed with activities for children of all ages! "

All images courtesy of Wing Luke Museum.

11am: The 5th Avenue Theatre presents the powerful musical "Baseball Saved Us", an adaptation of the award-winning children's book by author Ken Mochizuki. The story follows a young boy who, with his family, is imprisoned in a "camp" unlike any other. When he learns how to play baseball, he finds out that the lessons are beyond mere gameplay. 

1pm: Ken Mochizuki, author of Baseball Saved Us, will discuss why he became a writer and share some of his other books as well. He will be on-hand to answer questions and sign books which are available in the museum Marketplace.

2pm: Join artist Midori Kono Thiel as she demonstrates the art of Japanese calligraphy. Then she will go over basic brush strokes so that you can create your own calligraphic art.

Midori is one of the artists who will be featured in the upcoming exhibit, Construct\s: Installation by Asian Pacific American Women Artists, on display starting May 15, 2015.

Family Fun Day is free to the public.

For more info. go here.

Candy Experiments 2 by Loralee Leavitt - An interactive science demo and book signing at University Bookstore in Bellevue - SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28th 2015 at 11am

Check out this cool and fun free event!

" Following the success of Candy Experiments, kitchen scientist and Seattle-area mom Loralee Leavitt is back with more fun ways to destroy candy and learn basic science in the process. In Candy Experiments 2, Leavitt gives kids and parents 70 new candy experiments—like growing giant gummy worms and turning M&Ms into dazzling comets—to try themselves. Sound like fun? Join us for the chance to try out some of the most fun projects from the new book at this interactive science demonstration with Loralee Leavitt. "

For more info. go here.

AUTHOR KAREEM ABDUL-JABBAR READS FROM HIS SECOND BOOK 'STEALING THE GAME' - TONIGHT, Thursday, February 19th 2015 from 7-8pm - FREE ADMISSION BUT "LESS THAN A LATTE" EACH TO PARK IN THE CENTRAL LIBRARY GARAGE FOR $6 - DOORS FOR EVENT OPEN AT 6:30PM

Go and see basketball legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar read a selection from his new book!

" NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar celebrates the release of the second installment of the "Streetball Crew" series of novels for young adults...

"Stealing the Game" is the fast-paced and entertaining story about teamwork, friendship, dark secrets and having blind faith for those in our lives who have earned it.

"Stealing the Game" is not a saccharine-infused young adult novel. It is a wry and rollicking thrill ride that also tackles substantive issues like building self-esteem in teenagers, celebrating one’s individuality and what it means to feel special. And it never loses sight of the fact that teenagers also talk trash on the court, debate zombies and fall in love while watching classic French movies.

Library events and programs are free and open to the public. Tickets and reservations are not required.

Parking is available in the Central Library garage for $6 after 5 p.m. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

This event is supported by The Seattle Public Library Foundation, media sponsor The Seattle Times and presented in partnership with The Elliott Bay Book Co. Books will be available for purchase and signing. "

For more info. go here.

Pine & 14th Family Day with firetruck and station tours, arts and crafts, photo opps., face painting and more presented by the authors of Momstology in Seattle - Saturday, May 24th 2014 from 10am-3pm

For more info. go here.

The Cheap Bastard's Guide to Seattle: Secrets of Living the Good Life...for less! Author event at Third Place Books in Lake Forest Park - Friday, January 31st 2014 at 6:30pm

Want to learn more ways to save money in the Seattle area? Then check out Third Place Books' author event with David Volk!

The Cheap Bastard’s Guide to Seattle: Secrets of Living the Good Life--- For less! by David Volk

" Seattle is full of free and ridiculously cheap stuff--one just needs to know where to look. Leave it to The Cheap Bastard to uncover all the ins and outs and exclusive bargains to be had, and to set forth the real deal with wit and humor. "

For more info. go here.

Children's Book Author Matthew Porter presents his book "Monkey World: The Thunderbolt Express" at Secret Garden Books in Seattle - Saturday, January 11th 2014 at 2pm

Take the kids and check out the work by this local author!

" "All aboard!" calls the station master. So starts a magical train ride with Jango Jenkins and his Dixieland Band, Oscar the magician, Miss Trixie and her pug dog Napoleon. This is about what happens when a pleasant journey goes all wrong. The pug goes missing. The bridge ahead is missing. And, the handle on the train brake is broken. Only in the series of books created by this Seattle author/illustrator under the general series title of Monkey World can the solution to this pickle involve shedding all weight to attempt to fly the train! Matthew Porter is a children's book illustrator and writer. His stories and imagery present the perfect balance of nostalgia with modern elegance. His work has become ubiquitous throughout the Pacific Northwest and he has been called the undisputed king of the hipster board book genre. His books are populated by wide eyed animals and his cheeky monkeys. Matthew's pieces are acrylic paint on wood. The artwork is sanded to highlight the woods natural grain and is rounded out by his use of strong bold lines.""

For more info. go here.

Santa Story Time at Parkplace Books in Downtown Kirkland - Sunday, December 8th 2013 from 2-4pm

Wow...take the kids to see Santa himself read stories!

" Join in the Holiday fun! Santa will read holiday favorites and sign books. Refreshments will be provided.  Storytime benefits First Book-Seattle, a non-profit that provides books to children in need within King County. "

For more info. go here.

Special storytime featuring The Bob Books series and the original author's daughter and current author herself at Mockingbird Books in Seattle! - Saturday, November 9th 2013 at 11am

Are you a Bob Books fan? Then check out this special storytime featuring Lynn Maslen Kertell!

" Story Time with Lynn Marslen Kertell the daughter of the original BOB BOOKS will read from her new ready-to-read books that feature Bob and friends. The Bob Books are benchmarks for early literacy, with tiny boxed sets that specialize in letter sounds, sight words or word families. These gems really teach children to read. "

For more info. go here.

Author Matthew Porter's Book Release Party with games, activities and more in Seattle - Saturday, September 28th 2013 from 5-8pm

For more info. go here.

Urban Craft Uprising - Huge indie craft event at Seattle Center Exhibition Hall - Saturday and Sunday, July 13th and 14th from 11am-5pm

A huge fun craft show with all kinds of demos, giveaways and more!

For more info. go here.

Free Open Studio Night for Teens at Schack Art Center with hands-on art project stations and more in Everett - Today, Thursday, April 25th 2013 from 6-8pm

A fun, free teen event happening tonight!

" Join us for these free, after hours events just for teens. Each event includes up to four different hands-on art project stations where teens get to meet and work with local artists, as well as refreshments and glassblowing demonstrations.

Also, a signing with author Mindy Hardwick on April 25th. Mindy will be signing both of her books for teens, "Stained Glass Summer" and "Weaving Magic". "


For more info. go here.

Children's Book Author/Illustrator Kadir Nelson presents his new book "I Have a Dream" at the Seattle Public Library's Central Branch - Wednesday, January 16th 2013 from 7-8pm

 

" Meet Caldecott Honor-winning author Kadir Nelson, author of the highly anticipated children's picture book, "I Have a Dream," featuring Martin Luther King Jr.'s celebrated speech illustrated with exquisite paintings. "

Library events and programs are free and everyone is welcome.

Registration is not required.

(Books will be available for purchase and signing through University Book Store.)

For more info. go here.

"The Elf on the Shelf" Special Author Appearance at Pottery Barn Kids at University Village in Seattle - December 7th 2012 from 11am-1pm

 

Meet "The Elf of the Shelf" co-author Chanda Bell at Pottery Barn Kids and learn all about the family tradition that became a popular book and movie!


For more info. go here.

 

Urban Craft Uprising at Seattle Center - Saturday and Sunday, December 1st and 2nd 2012 from 11am-5pm both days!

Free swag bags to first 100 attendees each day (arrive very early), free raffle every hour, tons of demos, book signings and more at Seattle's largest indie craft show!


Plus,

" Also, keep an eye out for this one:

This is a little sign that will be at many vendors' booths, letting you know that they have super-affordable $5 items for sale.  Who doesn't love a bargain?!  "

For more info. go here.

And now something for the mamas... a day just for you..."It's Your Day!" featuring Beauty, Fashion, A book signing with Ann and Nancy Wilson of HEART and much more at Northgate Mall - Saturday, October 27th 2012 from 12-4pm

“It’s Your Day!” A free & fabulous way to enjoy an afternoon of fashion, entertainment and more!
Fall is in the air, the kids are back in school and it's time to focus on you! Don't miss your chance to discover cutting edge health information, exceptional wellness and beauty advice, cooking tips, and luxurious spa treatments. Plus hourly giveaways, and enter-to-wins! It's About Health! It's About Beauty! It's About Fashion! It's Your Day!

Highlights:

Noon - Macy’s Fall Fashion Show

1pm - Psychic readings by Darleen

2pm – Barnes & Noble presents "Heart's" Ann & Nancy Wilson

California Pizza Kitchen’s “Beer & Wine Garden”

Hourly Giveaways

Exhibitor Booths

Swag bags for the first 200 people!

 

 

 

 For more info. go here.

 

 

Kids Book Author Bob Shea of the "Dinosaur vs. ..." Series at Secret Garden Books in Seattle - Saturday, October 20th 2012 at 2pm

Author Bob Shea presents his latest in the "Dinosaur" series "Dinosaur vs. Santa"!

Oh my!



For more info. go here.

Kids Book Authors Wendy Wahman and Joe Wahman at Secret Garden Books in Seattle - Tuesday, October 16th 2012 at 6:30pm

 

 Meet Wendy and her husband Joe who are launching a new kids book in which they both collaborated - "Snowboy 1, 2, 3"!

Also, they are doing a Mitten Drive with this launch, so if you can try to bring a pair of new or lightly worn mittens that will go to a child in need.

For more info. go here.

"Gifts of the Crow" Author event at Seward Park Environmental and Audubon Center - Thursday, September 27th 2012 from 6:30-8:30pm

 

Gifts of the Crow with John Marzluff
 

Thursday, September 27th 2012
6:30 - 7:00 pm Author Reception, refreshments
7:00-8:30 pm Presentation / Discussion / Book signing
Cost: Free

 

 
Learn all about crows and how they are similar to humans! You know, those very crafty creatures that are always trying to steal your snacks when you are at the park or on the playground!
  
" John Marzluff, author of "Gifts of the Crow: How Perception, Emotion, and Thought Allow Smart Birds to Behave Like Humans", shares riveting stories of crows who, like humans, acknowledge their recently deceased, bestow gifts, seek revenge, warn of impending danger, recognize faces, commit murder, dream, play tricks, design and use tools, and work together to accomplish tasks. Marzluff presents the breakthrough science that accounts for this behavior along with co-author Tony Angell‘s arresting illustrations of the crow’s antics and anatomy. "

Recommended for adults and kids ages 10 and up.


For more info. go here.

Northwest Bookfest with 100+ authors and a lot more in downtown Kirkland - Saturday and Sunday, September 22nd and 23rd 2012 from 10am-6pm both days!

Head to Northwest Bookfest in downtown Kirkland and meet 100+ authors, enjoy 50+ writing workshops, a children's story tent, activities and more!

" Celebrate the literary arts at Northwest Bookfest, where readers, writers, publishers and authors connect for a jam-packed weekend of workshops, panels, classes and author readings. This family-friendly event features dozens of author appearances and book signings, scores of exhibitors and booksellers, readings on multiple stages, storytellers and hands-on activities for kids, live music and a delicious variety of food and drink for sale. All events are free and open to the public. "

Event will be held in Peter Kirk Park and the surrounding buildings.



For more info. go here.

Wizard Fest at Country Village in Bothell - Saturday, July 21st 2012 from 11am-4pm

Take the kids for wand-making, wizards, music, and more!  Some things free, some for a fee!

Wizard Fest Features:

Wizard Shows performed by Payne Fifield

Center Stage (near the duck pond)  12:00 noon,  1:30, & 3:30pm

Wand Making with Artist Dennis Brown

11am 1pm, and 3 pm

Cost: $10 or spend $10 at any Country Village Shop and show Dennis a receipt to make your wand for FREE!

Basil Sprig

Fantasy Author and wandering Wizard will be enchanting visitors and signing books

Magical Vendors

Shop from various peddlers and craftsman to find the perfect souvenir to remember Wizard Fest, including Uncle Stinky's Magic Tricks

JJ Books

Several book readings and signings throughout the day

Toys That Teach

"Find your familiar"

Adventure Children's Theater

Quidditch Run located in the back fields near the train during the afternoon

Life Solutions Healing Center

Sorcerer's Infirmary Specials for $10:

Reiki, Clairvoyant Readings, Yoga or Qigong class, Vision Board Class (scheduled in August), Personal Power Cards

Plus free: Wizardly Wellness Consults

Country Blend

20% off Children's headbands and gifts

Chapters Photography

Free Facebook photos of your wizard or princess at the studio

Merlin Display Tent courtesy of Artist Dennis Brown

For more info. go here.