Tuesday, October 18, 2011

weekly fun (october 21-28)

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(FRI) Free Fridays at Soundbridge
Free admission to Seattle Symphony’s Soundbridge noon to 4 p.m. Fridays. Musical storytelling 1:30 p.m. for ages 2 to 5. Donations accepted.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 12 – 4 p.m.
Benaroya Hall
Second Avenue and Union Street
Seattle WA 98101
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Freaky Fall Festival
It’s that spooky time of year again! Join us for this annual evening of treats and a few tricks. Come in costume and enjoy carnival style games, a jump toy, crafts and more. Meet your neighbors, let your kids loose and have fun. Ages 12 and younger. $3.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center
6535 Ravenna Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115

(FRI) Halloween Carnival
Get dressed up and join us for an evening of family fun featuring games and sweet treats. The Balloon Buffoon will be there to twist his award-winning balloon animals. Ages 12 and younger.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Delridge Community Center
4501 Delridge Way S.W.
Seattle WA 98106
FREE

(FRI) Hamlin Halloween Haunt
Join us for our 15th annual Hamlin Halloween Haunt where you can toast marshmallows around a campfire while listening to songs and stories, ride a hay wagon, play games, have your face painted and your picture taken. Dress warm, wear a costume and bring a flashlight.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 6 – 8:30 p.m.
Hamlin Park
16006 15th Ave. N.E.
Shoreline WA 98155
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Night of the Pumpkin
Bonfire, carnival games ($4 per child), music, puppet theater, Day of the Dead festivities and more.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 6:30 – 9 p.m.
Burien Community Center
14700 Sixth Ave. S.W.
Burien WA 98166
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Goblin Splash
Wear a costume for games, prizes and refreshments. Bring a swimsuit for a ghostly swim. FREE swim with canned food or monetary donation.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Forest Park Swim Center
802 Mukilteo Blvd.
Everett WA
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Cupcakes & Couture
Who doesn't love FREE TROPHY CUPCAKES, Hot Cafe Vita coffee, a super fun photo booth, and some of THE most talented women in Seattle, all coming together for one fabulous morning for shopping! Gather up your girlfriends, scoot the kiddies into the car and join us for Cupcakes & Couture! This is one event you will want to mark your calendar for...some of Esty's best, along with Stella & Dot will be joining forces to create "the ultimate" early Holiday Shopping Experience. Keep heading back to this event, as wel will highlight each of our super creative and saavy vendors! Can't wait to see you there.
Friday, Oct. 21, 10 p.m. – Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 1 a.m.
Trophy Cupcake and Party
Wallingford Center
1815 N. 45th St.
Seattle WA 98103
All ages; FREE

(FRI/SAT) Halloween Dress Rehearsal Party
Come celebrate Halloween (a little early!) at the Disney Store. Kiddos will enjoy games, a special viewing of Rapunzel's coronation, and a costume parade! Plus, kiddos (ages 3 and up) who wear their Halloween costume will receive a free gift.
Friday: 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm & 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:30 am & 12:00 pm
Where: Disney Store - Bellevue Square
575 Bellevue Square
Bellevue , Wa
Oct 21–22, 2011
Free
Ages: 3+

(FRI/SAT) Schack-toberfest
Art and harvest themed festival benefiting the Schack Art Center. Events include pumpkin carving demonstrations 1 to 5 p.m. Oct. 22, pastel painting demonstrations with Janet Hamilton on Friday 3 to 5 p.m. Oct. 21 and 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 22, live glass pumpkin blowing all weekend and “Make Your Own” glass pumpkin classes in the hot shop.
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 21-22, noon to 5 p.m. Oct. 23.
Friday, Oct. 21, 2011, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Schack Art Center
2921 Hoyt Ave.
Everett WA
All ages; FREE

(SAT) Halloween Carnival
Kids carnival with something for everyone! Silent auction with over 100 items, train rides, lots of games, raffle for cash prizes, bake sale, food and inflatable obstacle course. Come in costume and bring a friend! Ages 1 to 8. FREE, small fee for games.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
North City Elementary
816 N.E. 190th St.
Shoreline WA 98155
FREE

(SAT) Apple Harvest Festival
Join Dog Mountain Farm for our annual Apple Harvest Festival. Help make apple cider and apple butter! Buy fresh apples, cider, and produce. There will be farm tours, activities for the kids, and horse-drawn wagon rides. $5 donations accepted.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Dog Mountain Farm
7026 Tolt Highlands Road N.E.
Carnation WA 98014
All ages

(SAT) Great SBCC Pumpkin Race
Make your own racing pumpkin or pick up a racing kit ($15). Pre-register to race.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 10 a.m.
South Bellevue Community Center
14509 S.E. Newport Way
Bellevue WA 98006
All ages; FREE
Pre-register Yes
425-452-4240

(SAT) Seattle Tilth Farm Works Open House
Visitors will be guided on a tour of the farm and have the opportunity to meet the farmers and staff while they are busy harvesting and preparing the fields for winter.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 10 – 11:30 a.m.
Seattle Tilth Farm Works
17601 S.E. Lake Moneysmith Road
Auburn WA 98092
All ages; FREE

(SAT/SUN) U-Pick Pumpkin Patch and Living Playground
Bring your family to Oxbow Farm on Saturdays and Sundays in October for some autumn fun! Farm stand open. Huge U-pick pumpkin patch, magical Living Playground with the Caterpillar Tunnel, Creepy Tepee, sorghum spiral, climbing tractor, fun projects always happening at Oxbow's Kid's Farm. Picnic tables and self-guided tours available.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Oxbow Farm
10819 Carnation-Duvall Road N.E.
Carnation WA 98014
All ages; FREE

(SAT/SUN) Harvest Fair
Kid’s Halloween Party includes a costume contest, games and prizes and a penny hunt. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 22-23.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Wight’s Home & Garden
5026 196th St. S.W.
Lynnwood WA 98036
All ages; FREE

(SAT) Special Story Time with Caspar Babypants and Kate Endle
Caspar Babypants–aka Chris Ballew from the Presidents of the United States of America—will arrive with cut-paper collage artist Kate Endle to read and sing the story of animals in different kinds of light, from dawn to fire to starlight.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 11 a.m.
University Book Store
4326 University Way N.E.
Seattle WA 98105
FREE

(SAT) eMoms EMOMs Toys & Togs Sale RESCHEDULED to Oct 22nd
Saturday, October 22 · 10:00am - 2:00pm
Bellevue College
The EMOMs (Eastside Mothers of Multiples) Fall Toys and Togs Sale has been rescheduled to October 22nd at Bellevue College from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Please accept our most sincere apologies for any inconvience this rescheduling may have caused you. You are very important to us.
Please join us to find everything you need for the well-equiped baby and child!
-- Clothing (preemies to juniors)
-- Cribs, changing tables, bassinets
-- Car seats, strollers, high chairs, potty chairs
-- Rattles, dolls games, puzzles
-- Books, videos, DVDs
-- Bottles, diapers, bibs, training pants
-- Nursery decorations, bedding, furniture
-- Maternity clothing, nursing equipment
-- Outdoor toys and play equipment

SAT) Crafting Community Joins Splendid to Celebrate New Store Opening
Join the fun with Crafting Community as we launch Splendid’s new store at The Bellevue Square Mall with crafting, creativity and imagination for kids and adults alike. Join us for some of our favorite crafts, including button-making and Fun with Fabrics, and the debut of some new seasonal crafts. We’ll also be rolling in the Sew Splendid Cart where you can make your own fabulous custom scarf out of Splendid’s yummy fabric collection.
Bring the whole gang—we’ll have blocks for the little ones, a relaxing lounge area, sips + snacks and plenty of opportunities to make some fabulous holiday gifts!
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 1 – 3 p.m.
Splendid
Bellevue Square
N.E. Eighth Street and Bellevue Way
Bellevue WA 98004
All ages; FREE
Pre-register Yes
bellevue@splendid.com

(SAT) Kidgits Halloween Bash!
Halloween is here and the Northgate Mall is inviting all lil' ghouls, goblins, and boo'tiful princesses to come have a frightfully good time at the annual Kidgits Halloween Bash. Come decked out in your best costume and make spooky hand-print spiders and lollipop ghosts. Plus, dance in the Halloween parade (around the mall) with the Radio Disney crew! And, pick up your free trick-or-treat goodie bag and Dole samples (while supplies last). It’s sure to be a howlin’ good time! Bonus: The first 100 Kidgit members will receive bat wing clappers!
This event is free to Simon Kidgits Club members. If you're not a member, join the club for only a $5 annual membership fee at the event or at Simon Guest Services near JCPenney.
Northgate Mall - Ben Bridge Court
401 NE Northgate Way
Seattle, Wa
Oct 22, 2011
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Cost: Free ($5 annual membership)
Ages: 3-12

(SAT) Pumpkin Bash
Bring the whole family for an evening of ghoulish fun! Kids will enjoy more than 25 carnival games, holiday entertainment, face painting, candy and prizes, two large jump toys, and the ever popular cakewalk. There will be a special room just for preschoolers. Please bring a can of food for our local food bank, and don’t forget to wear a costume. Ages 2 to 10. FREE, 25 cents per game ticket.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Bitter Lake Annex
13040 Greenwood Ave. N. (Broadview Thomson Elementary School)
Seattle WA 98133
FREE

(SAT/SUN) Rapunzel
Molbak’s annual play staged by professional actors. Elementary age through adult. 11 a.m., 2 and 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Oct. 15-30. FREE, limited seating, monetary donations accepted for Northshore Wranglers-To-Camp.
Saturday, Oct. 22, 2011, 11am, 2pm, 4pm
Molbak’s
13625 N.E. 175th St.
Woodinville WA 98072
lementary School, Middle School, High School
FREE

(SUN) CroatiaFest
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, 12 – 8 p.m.
Seattle Center Exhibition Hall
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109
All ages; FREE
Music and dance performances, art, traditional dress, history, food and folklore of Croatia, Croatian marketplace and kids’ crafts
Join in folkdance lessons and a dance party, learn the art of Croatian cuisine and wine tasting and purchase your favorite ethnic crafts and products. Acclaimed dance ensembles and musicians, intricate costumes, art exhibits, tourist information and historical displays showcase Croatia’s rich past and dynamic present.

(SUN) Howl-O-Ween
Pumpkin carving, scary (and not-so-scary) stories, haunted pumpkin patch trail and more. No dogs.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, 1 – 5 p.m.
IslandWood
4450 Blakely Ave. N.E.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110
All ages; FREE
Pre-register Yes
06-855-4384
Christinad@islandwood.org

(SUN) Seattle Farm Co-op Harvest Party
The party will include barter (homemade goods - both food and non-food items), potluck (bring something to share), square dance, a beer fundraiser for the Co-op and official book release for The Urban Farm Handbook.
For more information about Backyard Barter, or to RSVP, email connect2barter@gmail.com or call 206-790-5144.
Sunday, Oct. 23, 2011, 5:30 – 9 p.m.
Upstairs at Phinney Neighborhood Center
6532 Phinney Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98103
All ages; FREE

(MON) Toddler Drop in Program for children with developmental disabilities.
Enjoy a dedicated play space filled with lots of children’s toys and books. It’s a great way for your child to learn and socialize with other children and play in a safe, fun, and interactive space with balls, ride-ons, and many educational
toys. This program is for children from birth to 5 years old with mild to severe disabilities. Siblings of children are welcome if less than five. Parents must stay with children at all times while in the space.Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, 11 a.m.
Laurelhurst Community Center
4554 N.E. 41st St.
Seattle WA 98105
FREE
Pre-register Yes
Phone 206-684-4950
Jessica.Zemke@seattle.gov
ates:Mondays, October 3-December 5

(MON) Toddler Halloween
Dress in costume and bring a bag and hunt for candy and prizes. Ages 1 to 5. $2 suggested donation.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, 6 – 7 p.m.
Green Lake Community Center
7201 E. Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98115

(MON) Special Story Time with Caspar Babypants and Kate Endle
Caspar Babypants–aka Chris Ballew from the Presidents of the United States of America—will arrive with cut-paper collage artist Kate Endle to read and sing the story of animals in different kinds of light, from dawn to fire to starlight.
Monday, Oct. 24, 2011, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Third Place Books
17171 Bothell Way N.E.
Lake Forest Park WA 98155
Age recommendation Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Elementary School
FREE

(WED) Little Bookworms Spooktacular
Wednesday, October 26, 2011 from 10am to 8pm
The Shops at The Bravern.
Kids and parents are invited to dress up and visit The Bravern for trick-or-treating at participating stores, story time, live music, face painting and much more! There will even be a red carpet for parents and kids to show off their costumes and have their Halloween photos taken. We anticipate your readers look to you for the latest family-friendly activities and we believe they would be interested in hearing about this unique and fun Halloween celebration.
EVENT SCHEDULE
10:15 - 10:45 a.m.: Story time with A Nanny For U
11:00 - 11:45 a.m.: Live music from The Not-Its!
12:00 – 1:00 p.m.: Halloween cookie decorating at Sur La Table
12:00 - 5:00 p.m.: Face painting, coloring and temporary Halloween tattoos
1:00 - 1:30 p.m.: Magic show with Nate Jester
1:30 - 3:00 p.m.: Balloon animals with Nate Jester
12:00 - 8:00 pm: Trick-or-Treating at select stores (look for the Little Bookworm in the store window)
Snacks will be available from HAPPYBABY, mini cupcakes from Trophy Cupcakes and FREE valet parking!

(WED) Special Story Time with Caspar Babypants and Kate Endle
Caspar Babypants–aka Chris Ballew from the Presidents of the United States of America—will arrive with cut-paper collage artist Kate Endle to read and sing the story of animals in different kinds of light, from dawn to fire to starlight.
Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2011, 11 a.m.
University Bookstore
15311 Main St.
Mill Creek WA 98012
FREE

(THURS) Toddler Pumpkinpalooza
Come dressed in your best costume for pumpkin painting, carnival games and more. Each child will receive a bag of age-appropriate goodies upon leaving. Ages 1 to 5.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98126
Toddler, Preschool
FREE

(THURS) Twins and Triplets Costume and Play Party
This is a special Halloween party for twins and triplets! Come in costume to a playtime in the gym just for you. We’ll have trikes, scooters, bounce houses, balls and more to enjoy along with a special Halloween treat. Ages 6 months to 5 years. $3 per child.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 2 – 4 p.m.
Northgate Community Center
10510 5th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98125

(THURS) Ghostology Event
Montlake Community Center hosts a Ghostology event with bats, cats and spiders. Take the one and only “Ghost Tour” of Montlake after dark and wear a costume to win a prize and join the party. Ages 10 and younger. FREE, game tickets 25 cents.
Thursday, Oct. 27, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Montlake Community Center
1618 E Calhoun St.
Seattle WA
FREE

(FRI) Museum of Fright
Safe and fun family Halloween activities including storytelling, ghost parachute drops, shadow puppets and scary flights aboard simulators at the Museum of Flight. Costumes encouraged.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 4 – 8 p.m.
Museum of Flight
Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Fall Carnival
Join us for games, prizes, face painting and all the stuff that makes fall fun. Bring the family, your friends and even your neighbor for this fun-filled party. Ages 10 and younger. 5 to 8 p.m. FREE.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 5 – 8 p.m.
Miller Community Center
330 19th Ave. E.
Seattle WA 98112
FREE

(FRI) All Hallow’s Eve Carnival
Come visit Rainier Community Center for family fun. We have activities planned for children ages 2 to 12, from face painting to carnival games, from storytelling to the haunted house. There’s something for everyone. And if you dare, try the Rainier brew from the cauldron. Ages 2 to 12. $1.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 4:30 – 7 p.m.
Rainier Community Center
4600 38th Ave. S.
Seattle WA 98118

(FRI) Halloween Community Carnival
Come dressed as the scariest creature you can think of! Participate in fun carnival games and eat some candy (just this once!). Activities include a cakewalk, face painting, a costume contest, bounce toy, and great music. You can buy concessions at the Teen Café, and all proceeds go to support teen programs. 5 to 7 p.m. ages 12 and younger; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. ages 13 to 19.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 5 – 9:30 p.m.
Southwest Community Center
2801 SW Thistle St.
Seattle WA 98126
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Toddler Halloween Play Time
Here’s a Halloween treat both kids and parents will enjoy! Bring the little ones dressed in their Halloween costumes for a special toddler playtime. We’ll have trikes, scooters, bounce houses, balls and a special Halloween treat. Ages 6 months to 5 years. $3 per child.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 5 – 8 p.m.
Northgate Community Center
10510 5th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98125
Age recommendation Infant, Toddler, Preschool

(FRI) Fright Night Trick-or-Treat Walk and Halloween Party
Pick up a map and treat bag at North Seattle Family Center to trick-or-treat at local businesses (5:15 to 6:15 p.m.), then end the night at Lake City Community Center with games, food, crafts, costume contest and prizes (6:30 to 8:30 p.m.). Ages 2 to 12, all families welcome. North Seattle Family Center, 3200 N.E. 125th St., Suite 2, Seattle. Lake City Community Center, 12531 28th Ave. N.E., Seattle
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 5:15 p.m.
North Seattle Family Center
3200 N.E. 125th St., Suite 2
Seattle WA 98125
FREE

(FRI) Fright Fest
Bring your little goblin in to our fun and festive party! Our family-friendly costumed extravaganza will offer fun, safe trick-or-treating and interactive games filled with thrills and chills. Just show up in your costume and enjoy the fun. Ages 10 and younger.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
International District/Chinatown Community Center
710 Eighth Ave. S.
Seattle WA 98104
FREE

(FRI) Fall Festival and Haunted House
Wear your best costume and bring a bag to fill with treats! Enjoy an evening of games, crafts and fun. Ages 11 and younger (haunted house is for older kids, per parents’ judgment). Games 25 cents or 5 for $1; haunted house $1.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Where Jefferson Community Center
3801 Beacon Ave. S.
Seattle WA 98108

(FRI) Halloween Carnival
Join us for a fright fest of activities. Show us your best costume and remember to bring a goodie bag. Festivities include Halloween carnival games, crafts, mini pumpkin decorating, cookie decorating, a cakewalk, and ghastly prizes. We’ll have a special area for tots. Ages 11 and younger.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Loyal Heights Community Center
2101 N.W. 77th St.
Seattle WA 98117
FREE

(FRI) Halloween Carnival
Come join the South Park staff and volunteers for games, face painting, treats and prizes. Costumes are encouraged but optional. Ages 2 and older. FREE, activity tickets 25 cents.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
South Park Community Center
8319 Eighth Ave. S.
Seattle WA
FREE

(FRI) Halloween Carnival
Join us for a family night of spooktacular fun! We will have games, face painting, treats and prizes. Costumes are encouraged but optional. Ages 1 and older. FREE, activity tickets 25 cents.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Hiawatha Community Center
2700 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA
FREE

(FRI) Halloween Carnival
Families, friends, and neighbors, come and enjoy a safe evening of games and goodies. Celebrate by wearing a costume, and bring a bag or basket to collect all your goodies and prizes. We’ll have refreshments available for sale. Ages 12 and younger.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Van Asselt Community Center
2820 S Myrtle St.
Seattle WA 98108
FREE

(FRI) Halloween Carnival
Yesler Community Center’s annual Halloween Carnival is full of fun! Enjoy an evening with your friends, family and neighbors for carnival games, tricks, treats and more. Feel free to come in costume. We’ll have refreshments available for sale. Ages 12 and younger. $1 per child.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Yesler Community Center
917 E. Yesler Way
Seattle WA 98122

(FRI) Halloween on the Big Screen
Join us for a family-fun screening of a Halloween classic, “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown.” Enjoy some popcorn and other treats, too. 6 to 8 p.m., movie begins promptly at 6:15 p.m. $3.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Queen Anne Community Center
1901 1st Ave. W.
Seattle WA 98119
All ages

(FRI) Noogiefest
Bring your friends and family to Gilda's Club (non-profit for anyone touched by cancer) for a haunted house, fortune telling, cookie decorating, games, prizes and “Thriller” dance by Roosevelt High School students. Costumes welcome.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Gilda's Club
1400 Broadway
Seattle WA 98122
All ages; FREE
Pre-register Yes
206-709-1400
www.gildasclubseattle.org

(FRI) Fall Fun Fest
Wear a costume for activity booths, Toddler Time toys, face painting and prizes. Run by children in grades 6 to 9 from Issaquah Youth Center. Ages 1 to 6. $2.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Issaquah Community Center
301 Rainier Blvd. S.
Issaquah WA 98027

(FRI) Monster Mash Bash
Halloween party with costume contest, games, haunted house and treats. Ages 3 to 12.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
South Park Community Center
4851 S. Tacoma Way
Tacoma WA 98409
FREE

(FRI) Halloween Bounce
This Green Halloween event is kid-tested and parent-approved: no candy and all fun. Prizes are included. $2.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Ballard Community Center
6020 28th Ave. N.W.
Seattle WA 98107
All ages

(FRI) Special Story Time with Caspar Babypants and Kate Endle
Join Kate and Caspar Babypants (aka Chris Bellew of The Presidents of the United States of America) for a very rockin' storytime! They will sharing their new book Bunny Rabbit in the Sunlight.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 6:30 p.m.
Mockingbird Books
7220 Woodlawn Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115
FREE

(FRI) Fall Pumpkin Swim
Join us at Evans Pool for our Fall Pumpkin Swim! We’ll have games, prizes and fun for all. There will be pumpkins in the pool! Please remember that children younger than 6 must be accompanied in the water by an adult who is within arm’s reach.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 7 – 8 p.m.
Evans Pool
7201 E Green Lake Dr. N.
Seattle WA 98115
All ages; FREE

(FRI) Halloween Family Swim
Looking for an activity for the whole family? Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Southwest Pool and take a dip with the pumpkins! We’ll have games, a penny dive, bobbing for apples, and other fun activities. Anyone younger than 18 must be accompanied in the water by an adult.
Friday, Oct. 28, 2011, 7 – 8 p.m.
Southwest Pool
2801 SW Thistle St.
Seattle WA 98126
All ages; FREE

(FRI/SAT) Fall/Winter Kent Creme Brulee kids Event
Thursday Oct.27th-Saturday Oct.29th, 2011 at the Kent Commons in Kent, Washington.
Thursday: PRESHOPPING! our consignors and a friend get in at 7:00 pm
Open to the Public:
Friday: 10am-7pm
Saturday (Discount Day!) 10am-4pm

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

weekly fun (october 6-12)

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FREE MUSEUM THURSDAY **Call ahead to confirm hours!
* Kids Discovery Museum (Bainbridge Island)
* KidsQuest Children’s Museum
* Bellevue Arts Museum
* Soundbridge @ Benaroya
* Hands On Children’s Museum Olympia
* Seattle Art Museum 10:00am-9:00pm
* Museum of Flight 5:00pm-9:00pm
* Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture *10:00am-8:00pm
* Experience Music Project & Science Fiction Museum *5:00pm-8:00pm
* Henry Art Gallery 11:00am-8:00pm
* Museum of History and Industry 10:00am-8:00pm
*Northwest African American Museum 11:00am-7:00pm
* The Wing Luke Museum of the Asian Pacific American Experience 10:00am-8:00pm
* Frye Art Museum *always FREE; donations accepted
* Northwest African American Museum
* Burke Museum

(FRI) Kruckeberg Garden Tots
Bring the kids to our Fall Tree and Shrub Sale to look for fall leaves and make a magic seed spreading wand.
Friday, Oct. 7, 2011, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Kruckeberg Garden
20312 15th Ave. N.W.
Shoreline WA 98177
Toddler, Preschool
FREE

(FRI) Story Hour with Curious George!
Join Curious George at Northgate Mall for Story Time presented by Simon & Schuster. Listen to stories, sing songs and make crafts with Curious George and the children's librarian from the Seattle Public Library. You may even win a book courtesy of Simon & Schuster! All ages.
Some of this month's Story Time selections include:
-Bear’s Loose Tooth by Karma Wilson / Illustrations by Jane Chapman
-Apples and Pumpkins by Anne Rockwell / Illustrations by Lizzy Rockwell
-Ten Little Caterpillars by Bill Martin Jr / Illustrations by Lois Ehlert
Story Time is located at the north entrance to the mall, between Azteca and California Pizza Kitchen. We look forward to seeing you!
Friday, Oct. 7, 2011, 10:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Northgate Mall
401 N.E. Northgate Way
Seattle WA 98125
All ages; FREE

(FRi/SAT/SUN) Just Between Friends Fall 2011 Sale
Oct. 7-9th, at the Levitz Center (lower West Building) next to McDonalds Furniture,
4520 200th ST SW. Lynnwood WA
Friday, Oct 7th - 9 to 7pm ($2 admission)
Sat, Oct 8th - 9 to 7pm (free admission)
Sun, Oct 9th- 9 to 2pm (free admission, most items 50% off!)
Volunteer & Consignor Presale- Thursday October 6th

(SAT) eMoms Fall Toys & Togs Sale
October 8, 2011
Bellevue College
Public shop 10 am-2 pm
Twice each year, EMOMs holds its h-u-g-e sale of gently used (and some new) items for infants, children, and pregnancy. This is not your usual garage sale! Our sale features items from 150 sellers, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting EMOMs programs for club members and families with multiples

(SAT) Ballard Preschool Co-op's Gently Used Kids Gear Sale
Ballard Preschool Co-op to host semi-annual Gently Used Kids Gear Sale: Saturday, October 15 at Phinney Neighborhood Center
Ballard Preschool Co-op will host its popular Gently Used Kids Gear Sale, Saturday, October 15. The sale promises super-duper deals on quality, gently used clothes (newborn-size 8), shoes, toys and gear--including cribs, beds, car seats, strollers, maternity wear and more! Sales support the Ballard Preschool Co-op.
What: Ballard Preschool Co-op's Gently Used Kids Gear Sale
When: Saturday, October 15 from 9 a.m. -- 1 p.m. Enjoy 50% discounts on many items starting at 12 noon
Where: Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Community Hall, Lower Brick Building

(SAT) TWIRL 1 Year Anniversary
We're Turning One!
Join us for a day of celebration and customer appreciation! It's been a YEAR since we opened our doors!
We are going SOUTH to the Caribbean with lots of activities for kids and adults, plus we'll have Ian Dobson's Steel Drum Band in the cafe beginning at 11AM - RSVP and Join us for this FREE event.
Other Activities:
FREE Play All Day
Face Painting
"Fishing" for prizes
FREE Milk from Smith Brothers Farm
Raffle and Door Prizes
Instrument Making
10AM and 1PM Baby Disco - Caribbean Style
11AM - 1PM Ian Dobson Steel Drum Band
The main activities go until 2PM, but we'll be celebrating all day! So if you can't make it earlier, join us in the afternoon or for Happy Hour and Dinner from 5-8PM! Thanks for your continued support! See You Saturday

(SAT) Family Days Harvest Celebration
The whole family is invited to participate in this garden celebration.
Discover the joy of gardening with kids! Indulge in garden snacks and let loose in our organic learning garden. Families can use all of their senses to explore the garden, seek out garden critters and plant a vegetable or flower to take home. Come and see what Seattle Tilth's children's garden programs are all about; no need to rsvp.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Pickering Barn
1730 10th Ave. N.W.
Issaquah WA 98027
All ages; FREE

(SAT) The Great Seattle Fire Day
Your little firefighter will love everything about this fire-safe event, from Henny the Arson Dog to Captain Baer of the Seattle Fire Department to activities highlighting historical firefighting methods. Plus, local firefighters and museum staff will be on-hand to teach you and your kiddos about home fire escapes. Sat., 10:00 am – 1:00 pm. Seattle. Free. All ages.

(SAT) Rainier Valley Co-op Fall Festival
Get a super-big dose of fall fun at this community festival. Enjoy a DJ dance party, live music by Eli Rosenblatt, bike parades (on the hour!), hot dogs, and a bake sale. Plus, there will be plenty of games for the kiddos, a recycled toy shop, a treasure hunt in the sandbox, and face painting. All proceeds from the festival will support the Rainier Valley Co-op Preschool. Sat., 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. Seattle. Costs vary per activity. All ages.

(SAT) Oktoberfest Northwest
Authentic German entertainment, food and crafts, beer garden, wiener dog races, kids’ activities and more. 11 a.m. to midnight Oct. 7-8, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 9. $10, free ages 12 and younger, free 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 7, half-price Oct. 9. Free parking.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, 11 – 12 a.m.
Puyallup Fair and Events Center
110 Ninth Ave. S.W.
Puyallup WA 98371
All ages; FREE

(SAT) Green Halloween Costume Swap
Always purchased new costumes? This year, SWAP! National Costume Swap Day is October 8th, so before heading to the big box store, participate in the local Orange Blossom Society costume swap. Bring in your gently used costumes (& accessories) and receive a token to choose a new-to-you costume to wear this Halloween. Orange Blossom Society and Whole Foods in Redmond will offer drop-off locations for gently used costumes. Drop-off dates and hours will be:
Sept 15 to Oct 5, Mon-Thurs Noon-5:00pm at Orange Blossom Society
Sept 17 to Oct 2, Saturdays & Sundays at Whole Foods, Redmond
On October 8th come to Orange Blossom Society 2-5pm (Preview for OBS members at 1:30pm) to swap your token for a new-to-you Halloween costume. During the swap local businesses such as Whole Foods Redmond, Cedar Grove Composting & Macaroni Kid plan to add to the festive activities. Plus the Redmond Police Department will share important safety tips for families to keep this Halloween spook-tacular!
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, 2 – 5 p.m.
Orange Blossom Society
16715 79th St.
Redmond WA 98052
FREE
Pre-register
425-883-2400
lifeissweet@orangeblossomsociety.com

(SAT) S’More Than You Imagine
Bonfire, big band music, dancers and dancing, s'mores, scary stories and face painting.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, 6 – 8 p.m.
Game Farm Wilderness Park
2401 Stuck River Road
Auburn WA 98092
All ages; FREE

(SAT) Bellevue: Kelsey Creek Farm Fair
When: Saturday, Oct. 8 from 11am to 4pm
Where: Kelsey Creek Farm, 410 130th Pl SE, Bellevue WA 98005
Cost: Free admission, but activities vary in price and are cash only
Tractor-pulled hayrides, farm animals, pumpkin decorating, bouncy houses, pony rides, live entertainment, and more!

(SAT) Renton: Fall Harvest Festival
When: Saturday, Oct. 8, 10am to 4pm
Where: Piazza Renton
Cost: Free admission
Vendors, food, entertainment, business booths, and more!

(SAT/SUN) Fall Free for All
What: Dozens of no-cost shows and activities are scattered throughout TACOMA.
Why: The street performers and storytellers deserve a round of applause.
When: Sat., 10 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun., 11:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Where: Locations and schedule online at broadwaycenter.org. Register for wristbands online at surveymonkey.com.
(SUN) Sponge’s Around the World Grand Opening
What: Make crafts, take a mini foreign language class, and tour the new Bellevue location (ages 10 and under).
Why: Adventurous eaters munch on snacks from across the globe.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Where: 13219 NE 20th St., ste. 203, Bellevue. To register for mini classes (by Sat.), call 206-227-7138 or email info@spongeschool.com. Free.

(SAT/SUN) Bothell: Country Village Harvest Festival
When: Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 8-9 from 11 am to 5 pm
Where: Country Village, 23718 Bothell Everett Hwy, Bothell
Cost: Free admission, but some activities have small fee
Train rides, pony rides, face painting, pumpkin painting, food, crafts, entertainment and more!

(SAT/SUN) 2011 Arab Festival
Join us for music, dance, food, coffee, children’s activities, fashion show, Arabic spelling bee, and a bazaar. Performers will perform music and dance that is both traditional and 21st century. Outdoor spaces are intended for socializing, and will feature booths, food, and Arabic coffeehouse.
Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Seattle Center Fisher Pavilion and Pavilion B
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109
All ages; FREE

(SUN) Rocktoberfest
Marysville Rock and Gem Club's annual show features exhibits, dealers, demonstrations, children’s activities, food and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 8-9.
Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Totem Middle School
1605 Seventh St. N.E.
Marysville WA 98270
All ages; FREE

(MON) Toddler Drop in Program for children with developmental disabilities
Enjoy a dedicated play space filled with lots of children’s toys
and books. It’s a great way for your child to learn and
socialize with other children and play in a safe, fun, and
interactive space with balls, ride-ons, and many educational
toys. This program is for children from birth to 5 years old
with mild to severe disabilities. Siblings of children are
welcome if less than five. Parents must stay with children
at all times while in the space.
Dates:Mondays, October 3-December 5
Monday, Oct. 10, 2011, 11 a.m.
Laurelhurst Community Center
4554 N.E. 41st St.
Seattle WA 98105
FREE
Pre-register
206-684-4950
Jessica.Zemke@seattle.gov

(TUES) Lego Meet Up
Take your little Lego lover to the Bellevue Art and Frame and The Toy Place and build and create with other Lego loving kids at this fun, free monthly meet up. This event is recommended for ages 5 and older.
Where: Bellevue Art and Frame and The Toy Place
13131 NE 20th Street
Bellevue, Wa
When: Oct 12, 2011
2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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Cost: Free
Ages: 5+

(WED) Family Days Harvest Celebration
The whole family is invited to participate in this garden celebration.
Discover the joy of gardening with kids! Indulge in garden snacks and let loose in our organic learning garden. Families can use all of their senses to explore the garden, seek out garden critters and plant a vegetable or flower to take home. Come and see what Seattle Tilth's children's garden programs are all about; no need to rsvp.
Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2011, 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Thurgood Marshall Learning Garden
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School
2401 S. Irving St.
Seattle WA 98144
All ages; FREE

(WED) You Will Be My Friend
What: At the gratis story time, author Peter Brown reads his newest book about Lucy the bear.
Why: The tough critics at Secret Garden Books declare it a gem.
When: Wed., 7 p.m.
Where: 2214 NW Market St.