Thursday, November 18, 2010

weekend fun (nov 19-21)

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(FRI) Terrific Toddler Time Series Presents....Casper BabyPants
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Avenue Southwest
Seattle, WA 98126-4217
(206) 684-7422
Set time 1:00pm

(FRI) One, two, tree
Santa isn't waiting until after Thanksgiving to arrive in Bellevue -- head over to The Bravern for a lighting of the tree, an appearance by Santa and the Sea Gals (!?), hot cocoa, entertainment and a cool light show.
Friday, Nov. 19, 6 p.m. FREE

(FRI/SAT) Mega Brands Toy Outlet Holiday Sale
Friday: 10:30AM -6:30PM
Saturday: 9:00AM – 5:30PM
2511 70TH AVENUE EAST
FIFE, WA 98424
(253) 517- 2442 ext. 142
SFM note: You should see signs directing you to parking in the back, oh, and Fife is Full of traffic cameras. Make sure you are going the speed limit and coming to complete stops-even on a free right hand/red .
CASH ONLY (ATM AVAILABLE for a 2.50 fee)

(FRI) NOVEMBER 19: Family Science Night @ Hiawatha Community Center: Family Science Night will dazzle, amaze, and educate families. We will provide great fun with Mad Science!! From foggy dry ice storms and gravity-defying beach balls to a Mad Science burp-flavored potions. Audiences will be amazed by what they see, hear, and ugh..taste! Ever see scissors sizzle and shiver? Ever taken a bubble shower? Here’s your Chance! Show starts at 6pm, experiments start at 7:00pm.
Friday, November 19
6 pm-8 pm
Hiawatha C.C. Auditorium

(FRI/SAT) Block Printing Holiday Card Workshop with Drew Jeffers
Includes all material to make two blocks and 10 prints
Bring images, inspiration and your favorite card making materials!
When: Friday & Saturday Nov 26 - 27
9am - 12:30pm; FREE
Where: Artist & Craftsman Supply, Seattle
4350 8th Avenue NE Seattle

(SAT) Eastside Family Fair
It's back! The second annual Eastside Family Fair is being held this Saturday from 10am to 3pm at the Carol Edwards Center in Woodinville. Brought to you by the many wonderful and local businesses that make up the Spot Card, this is your chance to check out some of the fabulous products and services that the Eastside has to offer you and your family. Some fo the businesses participating include Cozy Baby Boutique, Cruzin' Kids, My Mama's Love, and many more. Your kiddos will have a great time playing at the various stations, like jumping on trampolines from SpringFree Trampolines and more. This event was incredibly popular last year, so don't miss out! All the details you need are here!

(SAT) Taste of the Holidays
Country Village in Bothell knows how to get you into the holiday spirit! Stop by this Saturday for their Taste of the Holidays event and take in the sights and sounds of the holidays. All of the shops will be decorated, you can help decorate some of the Village yourself, and just enjoy the fuzzy warm feelings you get seeing the lights and decorations! Ho ho ho!

(SAT) Alki Bathhouse puppet Theater
Cost: $5 per pre-registered or $8 at the door.
All shows start at 1 p.m.
The Alki Bathhouse is located at 2701 Alki Ave. S.W.
Thistle Theater Presents: "Little Red Riding Hood"
Germany – Little Red Riding Hood goes to Grandmutter’s house with a basket of goodies and stumbles into an armful of adventure. This very funny version of the classic tale is set in Bavaria and includes an interactive song in which children are invited to sing and operate puppets with Little Red Riding Hood.

(SAT) DISCOVER: Meet the Mammals
What: Find out facts on creatures from aardvarks to zebras and participate in hands-on activities.
Why: Smile pretty for a picture with the Mariner Moose.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture, 17th Ave. NE, at NE 45th St. (206-543-5590). Adults, $9.50; children, $6; under 5, free.

SAT) (SAT) Shoreline Holiday Crafts Market
65 juried artists fill two rooms with their crafts and wares.
When: Saturday, November 20, 2010, 9am – 4pm
Where: Spartan Recreation Center, Shoreline Center
202 N.E. 185th St.
Shoreline WA 98155
All ages; FREE

(SAT) Family Day at EMP
Claudette Boudreaux and her band Whozyamama perform Cajun and Zydeco music in the traditional style of southern Louisiana. Vocals are in Cajun French and you’ll learn the Cajun two-step and waltz as well as Zydeco variations. Dances most appropriate for families with kids ages 10 and up, but all are welcome. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., drop in (facility hours 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.). FREE, admission charge to view museum exhibits. $15, $12 seniors, military, students and ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
When Saturday, November 20, 2010, 10am – 5pm
Where Experience Music Project
325 Fifth Ave. N. Seattle WA
Age recommendation: Elementary School, Middle School, High School
FREE

(SAT) Thistle Theater Presents: “Little Red Riding Hood”
Germany – Little Red Riding Hood goes to Grandmutter’s house with a basket of goodies and stumbles into an armful of adventure. This very funny version of the classic tale is set in Bavaria and includes an interactive song in which children are invited to sing and operate puppets with Little Red Riding Hood.
Cost: $5 per pre-registered or $8 at the door. All shows start at 1 p.m. The Alki Bathhouse is located at 2701 Alki Ave. S.W.

(SAT) Fall Carnival
Carnival for youth and adults with disabilities and their families includes arts and crafts, face painting, cupcake walk, music, food and drinks and more. Parent presentation 12:30 to 2 p.m. from Becky Blake (child care provided during presentation). Youth with disabilities need to be accompanied by parent or adult caregiver. Adults with disabilities can arrange for drop off as early as 11:15 a.m.; pick up time is 1:30 to 2 p.m.
When: Saturday, November 20, 2010, 11am – 2pm
Where: Van Asselt Community Center
2820 S. Myrtle St. Seattle WA 98108
All ages: FREE
Pre-register: Yes

(SAT) Family Day at the Wing
Family art activities at Wing Luke Asian Museum. Add Japanese calligraphy art to holiday gift bags.
When Saturday, November 20, 2010, 1 – 3pm
Where Wing Luke Asian Museum
719 S. King St. Seattle
All ages; FREE

(SAT) Baby Boogie Bash
Dance party featuring music from the 80's, 90's and today. Scarves, hula hoops and balloons available, diaper changing station and nursing area.
Ages 10 and younger. $4 by Nov. 18, $5 at the door (cash only), free ages 2 and younger.
When: Saturday, November 20, 2010, 1 – 4pm
Where: Pacific West Performing Arts
1830 Bickford Ave.
Snohomish WA 98290
Age recommendation: Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School

(SAT) Scottish Extravaganza
Seattle’s Scottish Community celebrates St. Andrew’s Day, Scotland’s National Day, with dance, music and song. Great family entertainment!
When: Saturday, November 20, 2010, 2 – 3:30pm
Where: Central Library, Microsoft Auditorium
1000 Fourth Ave.
Seattle WA 98104
All ages; FREE

(SAT/SUN) Swanson's Nursery Reindeer Festival
# Come visit Curley, the curious Camel and Moe the miniature donkey.
Nov. 20th & 21st - Take your holiday photos with Jingle a tame reindeer, 10 am to 2 pm (no pets please)
Santa will also be here Nov. 20th & 21st for professional portrait photos, 10 am to 2 pm Saturday & Sunday.

(SAT/SUN) Yule like this
Celebrate a Nordic Christmas at the Nordic Heritage Museum's Yulefest -- browse hand-made gifts, visit with Santa, nosh on traditional Scandinavian food and drink, and hang out in the crafts room with the kids. Saturday, Nov. 20 and Sunday, Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

(SUN) FLUSH: World Toilet Day
What: Learn about the history of the loo, catch a puppet show, and more.
Why: Charlie Williams’s sound impressions appeal to your tyke’s less-than-highbrow sense of humor.
When: Sun., 1-3 p.m.
Where: The Seattle Public Library, Central Library, 1000 Fourth Ave., Microsoft Auditorium (206-386-4636).
Admission is free.

(SUN) Festival of Trees
Preview night to view 20 decorated trees, visit Santa, refreshments, entertainment, the Grand Tree lighting and the season opening of the Teddy Bear Suite.
When: Sunday, November 21, 2010, 3 – 5:30pm
Where: Fairmont Olympic Hotel
411 University St.
Seattle WA 98101
All ages; FREE

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