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Seattle’sChild July/August 2019 // Issue 475 “Seattle is my town. I know this city inside and out… or so I thought until I had kids.” Seattle’s Child is your guide to getting to know your city all over again. Finding things to do, places to eat, and how to get around — it’s a whole new ballgame with kids in tow. We’re interested in how parents make homes in a space-challenged urban environment, how families create community, and what parents are really talking about. Seattle’s Child reflects real Puget Sound families and their broad range of parenting experiences. ANN BERGMAN Publisher, Founder abergman@seattleschild.com BOO DAVIS Art Director bdavis@seattleschild.com
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Katie Anthony negotiates a compromise between her two boys.
Is sharing really caring? How should we teach sharing to our kids, as citizens of both our family and the world? by K A T I E A N T H O N Y / photo by J O S H U A H U S T O N
It all began with a baggie of pretzels. Owen*, 6, was eating them. Ben*, 4, wanted some, too. I took — seriously — one step toward the coffee, and behind me the living room
erupted in shrieks, snarls, and a crash that reminded me why we buy our furniture “pre-disastered” on Craigslist. No, a pair of mating raccoons had not just fallen through the ceiling onto the living room floor. My sons were trying (and failing) to share. My kids aren’t especially selfish; our problem is that I’m inconsistent about sharing. Sometimes, I command my sons to share under threat of no dessert for a week, because dammit, I will raise good, generous
men! Sometimes, I remind them that forcing a share is just an abuse of power, because dammit, I will raise good, respectful men! But which is the right way to teach sharing to our kids, as citizens of both our family and our world? Our social, cultural, and political landscape is in the process of shifting around the ideas of power, consent, who has the right to say, “You can (or cannot) have some,” about things that belong to them, and who needs to check their CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE >
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entitlement regarding things that don’t actually belong to them. Sharing feels like the modern parent’s Grand Central, the terminal where so many of the issues that plague us intersect: Are you worried about teaching consent? You’re worried about sharing. How about healthy boundaries? That’s sharing. Entitlement? Sharing. Equity and privilege? Sharing. Teaching both selfrespect and community-mindedness? Yeah, babe, that’s sharing. When I was a kid, the rules were simple: If you have enough to share, you share. If you don’t have enough to share, cut it in half, then share. Most adults I know were raised to share without question, yet most parents I know are also trying to implement a more boundary-aware and progressive “you don’t have to share” policy in their families. I’m kind of doing both, and neither that well. Theoretically, I love the idea of teaching my sons to share the pretzels when they are ready. Practically, though, I can’t do it. The learning curve is too steep. It freaks me out. When Owen hoards the pretzels and Ben whines as if he’s been robbed of his pretzel birthright, I see a flash of my sons as pouty, neckbearded men who don’t think the new Star Wars movie should have a girl in it, and that’s not a feeling that leads me to make good choices at the bakery counter. On the other hand, if I force Owen to give Ben pretzels “because I said so,” I teach my sons about the importance of power, not generosity. I see a flash of my sons as TV executives with buttons
in their desks that lock their office doors, and that’s not a feeling that leads me to make good choices in the secret candy cabinet after the kids are asleep. I make my kids share because I want them to learn they aren’t better than anybody, and that nobody else is better than they are. Then I spin on my heel and protect their right to say no to sharing because I want them to learn that they aren’t entitled to anyone’s personal things, and that nobody else is entitled to theirs. I understand why they’re confused; neither lesson feels expendable, yet they feel impossible to teach side-by-side. “You must share” and “You may share” are a few letters and a world apart, each an incomplete but true tip for being a decent human being in a world that needs them, like, yesterday. And the more I watch the news, the easier it is to give vivid form to the nightmarish turd-people I could raise if I mess up sharing. So that’s how pretzels kicked off my parenting crisis. I marched back into the living room to find Owen and Ben circling each other, each trying to get close enough to bite his brother while remaining at such a distance that he could not, himself, be bitten. Engaged in a head-bobbing dance of vicious grace, they’d totally forgotten about the baggie of pretzels on the floor. I had no idea what to do about the pretzels. I still don’t. All I can do is teach my sons that important things are almost always complicated and frustratingly inconsistent, but that we have to wrestle with those inconsistencies. In the meantime, I’m buying a truly unreasonable amount of pretzels. * Names have been changed ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Katie Anthony, boy mom and jumpsuit savant, writes about feminism, family, and other f-words at KatyKatiKate.com
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A little encouragement from across the fence by J E F F L E E , M D
Not how it was supposed to be When your dreams get tossed in the dumpster fire of divorce, don’t dive in after them A friend of mine just found out that her ex-husband is dragging her to court claiming she violated their parenting agreement. It’s going to mean weeks of lost sleep and antacids. It’s going to divert most of her son’s college fund into their lawyers’ pockets. Eventually, it’s going to end with roughly the same result as if two adults just sat down and had a conversation about it. She called me up the other night, seeking advice and wisdom. “That really sucks,” I said. This is why I make big bucks as a parenting expert. But really, what else is there to say? Any of us who have parented our way through a divorce can testify that it does suck, in every conceivable way. It sucks that the person you loved and wanted to raise a family with doesn’t love/like/give a rat’s ass about you anymore. It sucks that you can’t walk away from that person because you’re legally tethered to them for the next umpteen years. It sucks that your barely-adequate-two-income financial plans have been blown to smithereens. And most of all, it sucks that you’re only going to get half the birthdays, half the holidays, and half the precious moments with your child from now until eternity. Like I said: it really sucks.
That’s the obvious part. The question now is what to do about it. Having gone through all of this myself, with plenty of mistakes to learn from, I’ve got a few ideas on the subject. Of course, everyone’s situation is different, so take it with a grain of salt. Your results may vary. Still, it’s a place to start. When your dreams get tossed into a dumpster fire, don’t dive in after them. Sorry, that was harsh. What I meant was: those old dreams that included your perfect little family staying together forever aren’t on the menu anymore. But there are seven pages of perfectly good dreams that are on the menu, and that includes desserts and cocktails! Okay, mixed garbage-food metaphors aside, you have every right to grieve the things you’ve lost, but don’t build your future on them. Grief isn’t a good foundation for life planning. We dig our heels in. We get angry and petty. We take “principled stands” that undermine our own interests, not to mention those of our kids. You have important decisions to make. Make them for the future, not the past. Don’t compete for your kid’s love. If your kid loves your ex, and they love your kid, only good can come of it — even if your ex hates your guts. Your child’s affection is not a limited resource. The more love they receive, the more they have to give, and that CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE >
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A Healthier Family
Exercise and Pregnancy You’ve made it! It’s July in Seattle and summer is here! The Mountain is out, and the grey drizzle of November is a distant memory. But hold on, you’re also pregnant or thinking about pregnancy. What does that mean for your jog around Green Lake, or your stroll around the neighborhood or your next barre/ yoga/CrossFit class? Exercise in pregnancy is a hot topic and there are many long-held beliefs and much unsolicited advice pregnant women come across. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recommends pregnant women get at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise each week. Ideally this would be split up throughout the week, for example 30 minutes a day, 5 days a week. If you already have an exercise routine, it’s likely that you can continue it through pregnancy. If you don’t have a routine, and you are pregnant, now is a great time to get moving! Before starting an exercise program (or if you have any questions), check with your healthcare provider. Most exercise during pregnancy is safe and beneficial to both mom and your developing baby. Just a few of the benefits of regular exercise during pregnancy are a reduction in the risk of gestational diabetes (diabetes of pregnancy), lower risk of needing a C-section and faster postpartum recovery.
Activities that are generally considered safe range from walking, swimming, and cycling, to Pilates, jogging and yoga. As your pregnancy progresses, some modifications may be necessary to avoid positions that might limit blood flow to the uterus or cause sudden drops in blood pressure. Additionally, it is normal for joints to become looser and balance to change during your pregnancy. These changes can increase the risk of injury during some activities and should be addressed with your physician or midwife. Until about 12 weeks of gestation, the bones of the pelvis largely protect the uterus, but there is still concern about traumatic falls and the effect they might have on a developing pregnancy. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) does suggest that there are some activities, such as contact sports, sports with a high risk of falling, scuba diving, skydiving and hot yoga, that are safer to avoid in pregnancy. While it may be safer to let someone else enjoy the water skiing during your pregnancy, there is no better place to be than the Pacific Northwest in the summer. Enjoy being outside and take advantage of all that our corner of the world has to offer.
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«DadNextDoor includes what they give to you. Ah, you say, but what if your no-good, dirty-rotten ex starts badmouthing you and turns your kid against you? I promise, that’s going to backfire like a ’72 Dodge with a bad muffler. Your kid has firsthand knowledge of you that’s powerful enough to withstand any untruth from any source. Love your kid the best way you know how. The rest will take care of itself. Your ex is not trying to destroy you. OK, I don’t know that for certain. Maybe they’re a monster. Maybe they spend all day fiendishly plotting to make your life a living hell. But more likely, they’re just like you, and they only spend a couple of hours doing that, tops. The rest of the time, they’re just an imperfect, confused human being thrashing around in their own poop, and you happen to be the one who’s standing in the splatter zone. It’s really icky, but it’s not as personal as it seems. A lot of the ways that this sucks for you might suck just as badly for them. Maybe worse. After all, would you really rather be them than you? I didn’t think so. This won’t last forever. It probably won’t even last until your kid turns 18, though that’s what your parenting agreement says. Time passes, people move on, your ex finds some other partner to love or torment, and life gets better. Kids adjust to having two households, and time without them starts to feel like an unexpected gift. Maybe someone fabulous learns to love you, even with all your baggage and flaws. Imagine that: brandnew dreams, even better than the ones you lost in that dumpster fire. I don’t mean to be glib. When I went through it, it was the most painful thing that ever happened to me. It still is. But I have two great kids, and a really wonderful life, and I wouldn’t be where I am now if I hadn’t walked through that hell. I wouldn’t wish it on anyone, but I hope it turns out as well for you as it did for me. I like your chances. ABOUT OUR COLUMNIST
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What we eat on summer vacation tells a story about who we are and where we’re from. Whether you plan to carry on the summer food traditions of your youth or start from scratch, we offer up inspiration from local families and eateries (and things to do when you’re not eating). Have a great summer!
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Monday, July 1
Escape to the lake It’s not summertime in Seattle until you’ve spent a day lounging at a lake. Inflate the alligator raft, grab loose change for the ice cream truck, and head for the water. With so many beautiful beaches nearby, you could make lake-hopping a weekly activity. Try the new Meydenbauer Bay Park, which boasts a big swimming area, water sport rentals, a playground, picnic tables, and awesome views. You could also take a tour of Green Lake on an electric pedal boat. At Seward Park, bring bikes and scooters for a roll along the flat, 2.6-mile loop to a sunny beach or shady playground. Soren and Fenix McGillie at Woodshop BBQ in the Central District.
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Spooky folklore, tall tales, or close encounters: What kind of stories does your family share around the campfire? Local artist Ty Juvinel invites you to learn about a legend that stems from Salish culture. Meet at the new Alice Ball Park in Greenwood at 11 am for Salish Stories and Discoveries, where you’ll explore the history of Mount Rainier and learn important lessons about persistence.
Wednesday, July 3
Family fitness Introduce the kids to different styles of exercise and meditation while staying fit as a family. Many local parks offer free, summer fitness programs — yoga, Zumba and circuit training — for all ages and skill levels. Try
a Zumba class at Seattle Center’s Artists at Play Plaza today at 6 pm. Later in the week, do Saturday yoga at Cascade Park in South Lake Union, where older kids can join you in a flow and younger kids climb and swing at the nearby playground.
Thursday, July 4
Daylight family fun Happy Independence Day! The city will be bursting with fireworks displays tonight, but good luck staying awake that late if you have young kids. For those whose bedtime routines begin before the stars come out, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the Star-Spangled Banner before dinnertime. Block parties, parades, bounce houses, live music: take your pick! Here’s a sampling (more at 3 seattleschild.com):
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Sweet&Savory Naturalization Ceremony: “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America.” Witness more than 500 U.S. citizenship candidates, from Angola to Zambia, say those words for the first time as new U.S. citizens. The free event begins at 10:30 am at Seattle Center’s Fisher Pavilion.
Burien Independence Day Parade: This Fourth of July parade has been a local tradition for nearly a century and is one of the bestattended parades in Seattle. See marching bands, floats, the Seafair Pirates and much more. The parade
starts at 3 pm in downtown Burien, but get there early to stake out a prime viewpoint. Bothell Freedom Festival: This year’s theme is “Nicest Place in Washington,” and we agree! Start with a friendly ‘hello’ to neighbors at the Pancake Breakfast, from 8:30 to 10:30 am at the Downtown Fire Station. Then take the kids to the Children’s Parade at 11 am, where they can ride decorated scooters, pedal bikes, wagons or strollers. The Grand Parade begins at noon and ends with a food truck festival and kids’ activities at the
Northshore Senior Center. Both the Grand Parade and Children’s Parade start at Main Street and 104th Avenue NE. Four on the Fourth Dog Walk: Booming fireworks can make for a long, anxious night for our fur babies. Show them some love today at a noncompetitive 4K jog that brings dog lovers and their furry friends together for some patriotic fun. The walk begins at 9 am at downtown Bellevue’s Ashwood Park, and an “after paw-ty” includes a doggie costume contest, bounce houses and goodie bags.
11-13 near the city of Carnation. Timber! is popular with families for its part-camping, part-adventure, part-concert vibe. In between music sets (bands include the Oh Sees, Mark Lanegan and Seattle’s Tribute to The Last Waltz) you can pack in mini-excursions: a 5K run, kayaking, paddleboarding, nature painting, a river float regatta, or a cosmic drum circle. Camp Timber! welcomes the smallest music fans for crafting, creativity and performances by family favorites The Not-Its! and Mikey Mike the Rad Scientist. Festival tickets are a bit pricey at $125 for a weekend pass (plus additional fees for camping, parking and food vendors), but children younger than 12 get in free. You can also bring your own food to cook at designated fire rings and grills, and there’s a grocery store within walking distance. With all of the best parts of summer packed into one weekend, Timber! might be worth the splurge.
Friday, July 5
“School” at BAM Most Seattle-area museums host Free First Thursdays, but not the rebellious Bellevue Arts Museum. BAM’s Free First Friday program offers complimentary admission and extended hours today from 11 am to 8 pm. Take a guided tour of the exhibitions and see a special lecture or presentation. School, an exhibition by artist Joseph Rossano, casts light on the diminished state of global salmon populations. The installation features a school of several hundred mirrored salmon sculpted from molten glass, and your family can learn about salmon conservation via video accounts from scientists, artists and native peoples.
Alexandria Wallace and her 8-year-old son at Frankie & Jo’s pop-up on Alki Beach.
Saturday, July 6
Battle of the bots Robot fight! Western Allied Robotics calls machines and their makers into the pit at Seattle Center Armory for the region’s biggest combat robot tournament, 10 am today and Sunday. The event is free to watch and compete, but bot builders need to preregister. 3 robotcombatevents.com
Sunday, July 7
Baby, let’s cruise
Jason and Rebecca Spears and their two children are ready to open a new family-friendly taproom in West Seattle.
Swarm to Alki for cider Locust Cider & Brewing Co. is opening a new family-friendly taproom in West Seattle (2820 Alki Ave. SW) with a view of Alki Beach and the Seattle skyline. Kids can play free retro video games and tinker with the toys in the kids’ corner while you sip hard cider in refreshing flavors like Honey Pear, Mojito and Watermelon. Cider not your thing? Locust has seven new beer styles, including traditional flavors like Mexican Lager and Chocolate Porter and experimental ones like Passionfruit Milkshake IPA and Smoked Blueberry Rauchbier. Hungry? Snack on a menu of gluten-free food options. Owner Jason Spears and his wife Rebecca created kid-friendly spaces in their Woodinville, Tacoma and Ballard taprooms with their own family in mind. In 2015, the Spears’ 4-yearold daughter Lucy was diagnosed with hydrocephalus, an incurable brain condition requiring multiple surgeries. When you buy Locust bottles and cans, a portion of all sales go to hydrocephalus research. Donate or join the Spears in a family walk to find a cure on August 10. q locustcider.com
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Every Sunday, rain or shine, you can cruise Lake Union — for free! Sign up for a Sunday Public Sailing time slot at the Center for Wooden Boats. Volunteer skippers will take the whole family on an unforgettable voyage aboard a spirit boat, steamboat, electric boat, schooner, yacht — you name it. Also on Lake Union today: Swashbucklers of all ages can join a band of merry pirates aboard Queen Anne’s Revenge for an interactive Family Treasure Cruise. Cast off from Lake Union Park at various times; tickets range from $10 to $25. If your sea legs are a little weak, take a free tour of the docked wood-hull steamer Virginia V, an icon of maritime history.
Monday, July 8
Let space come alive Hear stories, music and folktales from around the world about the constellations, moons and planets at Stories in the Sky. This free library story time comes alive through dance and movement games, and is held at several library locations throughout the summer. Hear today’s performance at the Federal Way and Issaquah libraries. Space is limited; arrive early to secure a spot. For more astronomical fun, blast off to the outer reaches of the universe at the Pacific Science Center Planetarium, which has separate shows tailored for preschoolers and ages 5 and older.
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Saturday, July 13
Live music and seafood Eat amazing seafood and groove to live music (including Joy Formidable, The Moondoggies and Pickwick) at the Ballard Seafood Fest. The Kids Deck offers little skippers plenty of entertainment: giant slides, bounce houses, musical instruments, art projects, fire trucks, skateboarding, all-ages performances, and Full Tilt Ice Cream. Seafood Fest takes over the Ballard neighborhood July 12-15.
For a city with such a rainy reputation, Seattle sure has a lot of ice cream options. Start with Frankie and Jo’s (2758 Alki Ave. SW), a plant-based ice cream pop-up on Alki Beach through Labor Day. Made with a coconut and/or cashew milk base in flavors like brown sugar vanilla, mint brownie, and beet strawberry rose sorbet, kids can slurp scoops off a maple-vanilla waffle cone or grab a pint for a picnic on the beach. Here’s a few more to try: Sweet Alchemy, Molly Moon’s, Salt & Straw, Kurt Farm Shop, The Cookie Counter, Full Tilt, Central District Ice Cream Company, Seattle Freeze (ice cream and donuts), and Old School Frozen Custard, just to start. Wash those sticky hands and then have everyone brainstorm and draw your own original flavors and sundaes. Rainbow Unicorn Chocolate Birthday Cake, anyone?
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Musical meals
Movies under the stars, on the lawn
Open books, open minds
Pack a picnic lunch and dinner al fresco, and head to Shoreline parks for free, live music. Kindie rock favorite Recess Monkey plays a Lunchtime Concert today at Richmond Beach Saltwater Park. Tonight, sing to the trees at Karaoke in the Park from 5:30 to 8 pm at Cromwell Park. Kirkland Kid Concerts include kindie rock favorites on Tuesday mornings at Juanita Beach Park; Lacey in Tune brings family bands and kidapproved comedy to Huntamer Park on Tuesday evenings; and Free Summer Concerts at the Ballard Locks presents live music every weekend afternoon through Labor Day.
In these long days of lingering sunlight, it feels extra special to bring the living room outside. Save your couch-potato evenings for the wintertime, and curl up beneath the stars for movie night at the park. Bring the kids (the family dog, too!) to watch childhood classic Ferris Bueller’s Day Off at Marymoor Park tonight. Food trucks are onsite, seating begins at 6:30 pm, and the movie starts at dusk. Other films in the Marymoor series: Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (July 24), Incredibles 2 (Aug. 7) and The Princess Bride (Aug. 28).
Sunday, July 14
Shakespeare in the Park
All hail the Queen of Westlake Park! The glamorous Kara Sutra is hosting Drag Queen Story Time every Thursday in July, from 10 am to noon, at the downtown courtyard. Gather around to hear stories about love, family and diversity (and to marvel at Kara’s magnificent makeup).
Friday, July 12
Musical camping Mic check, one-two, one-two. This summer’s family music festival is going to be epic. Today marks the start of the Timber! Outdoor Music Festival, taking place July
All the world’s a stage, but local parks are the backdrop for Seattle Shakespeare Company summertime plays. Tonight, head to Volunteer Park on Capitol Hill to watch a whirlwind of mistaken identities unfold in Twelfth Night. Over at Luther Burbank Park on Mercer Island, star-crossed lovers will tumble headlong into passion and tragedy in a production of Romeo and Juliet. Both performances begin at 7 pm and are free to attend; no tickets required. Bring a blanket or a chair and clothing layers for cool evenings.
Monday, July 15
Nature journaling Encourage the kids to keep a travelogue about their summertime adventures, or spend the day at a park where they can write nature haikus or sketch the flora and fauna. Today at 10 am, families can walk through the wetlands near Mercer Slough Environmental Education Center, where naturalists will lead you in drawing, writing, and making scientific observations.
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Fly twice as high When you’ve run out of arts and crafts, and when your feet can’t stand another day at a festival, pump up the adrenaline with a high-flying adventure. Go parasailing above Elliott Bay or take a ride on the 175-foothigh Seattle Great Wheel on the Seattle waterfront. Thrill seekers 10 years and older can climb, jump, grab, haul, walk, swing and balance — 50 feet above the ground! — at Adventura Adventure Park in Woodinville.
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Tuesday, July 16
Bloom and grow It may be midsummer, but it’s not too late to plant a garden. Turn last fall’s too-small rain boots into an herb garden, or add some colorful, late-season annuals to a tired flowerbed. Give your kids a spade and watering can (and check any notions of award-winning garden design) and watch your busy little bees happily spend an entire afternoon digging in the dirt. You could also take the family to the Magnuson Children’s Garden, which offers free gardening classes and kids activities every month.
Playground hop Branch out from your neighborhood go-to and discover a new playground! Check out the new High Point Play Area, which features a big climbing tower and four slides. Spider-Man fans might enjoy crawling on the gigantic webs at the Gas Works Park playground, which opened last fall.
Friday, July 19
All aboard! Choo-choo! Day Out with Thomas & Friends is approaching the
Northwest Railway Museum. Join Thomas the Tank Engine and Sir Topham Hatt for a steam train tour and Thomas & Friends activities. Catch the No. 1 blue engine July 1214 and 19-21. trainmuseum.org
Saturday, July 20
Strawberry fields forever Classic cars, a parade, and strawberries everywhere. The 110-yearold Vashon Island Strawberry Festival is an old-timey tradition filled with intergenerational fun. Hop a morning ferry to the picturesque island and begin the day by whetting your appetite at a pancake breakfast. Spend the rest of the afternoon gorging on strawberries in all forms (jams, sundaes, lemonade, pie). Burn off the calories with live music, dance parties and strolls by artist booths. The free festival runs July 19-21.
Sunday, July 21
Get in the (kid) zone The freedom of zero obligations, the bliss of warm grass between bare toes, the zip of a Frisbee through warm air: Summertime may never feel as glorious as it does when you’re a kid. Kid-centric
Brain drain or summer slide: Whatever you call it, children’s literacy slips during the summer. In addition to reading every day, kids can keep their literacy skills sharp by writing. Encourage your kids to write to a pen pal: It could be a cousin, a classmate, a grandparent, an astronaut or an athlete. (No guarantee on reciprocal correspondence from the latter two, but it’ll be fun to try!) Award bonus points to children who write with actual pencil and paper and post letters through the U.S. mail.
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Pop the lid off the costume bin and let kids create characters and storylines from their own imagination. Use curtains or bed sheets taped to the wall, and voila!: an impromptu living room stage. Older kids could use butcher paper, cardboard and paint to design their own sets. Aspiring writers might try their hand at a screenplay, and young directors can shoot scenes using cellphones or tablets. There are plenty of free movie-making apps that kids ages preschool to teens can try: LEGO Movie Maker provides a step-by-step guide to stop-motion animation, and GoldieBlox teaches kids to use pictures, drawings and graphics to stitch scenes together.
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festivals all across Seattle are here to make sure kids experience the joy of summer and make lasting memories. Parkadilly, today at Lake Sammamish Park, features a petting zoo, climbing walls, trampolines, face painting, music and more. Admission is free, but you’ll need a $10 Discover Pass to enter the park. Also this month: Cascade Playground’s Kids Days (July 13, noon to 3 pm) are filled with arts and crafts, lawn games, and bouncy houses; Burien Awesome Kids Day (July 20) lets kids become superheroes by learning to do good community deeds.
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Saturday, July 27
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Sunny day, sweepin’… Sesame Street off the screen and on the road! As part of the PBS show’s 50th anniversary celebration, Sesame Street Muppets are making a three-day stop in Seattle, July 2527. Today, Sesame Workshop — the nonprofit behind Sesame Street — is hosting a one-day family festival at West Seattle’s Lincoln Park, including a stage show; a giant maze; a treasure dig; plenty of photo opportunities with Big Bird, Elmo and the gang; and a milkand-cookies station. The festival is free, but you need to preregister at 3 sesamestreet.org/anniversary/ road-trip-seattle
Inspired by her mother’s original recipe, Ashley White, a first-generation Filipina mother of two young daughters, started Lola’s Lumpia (pronounced LOOM-pee-ah) with her sister. Ashley fills her lumpia (a Filipino spring-roll appetizer) with chopped vegetables, beef, chicken and pork, and offers a vegan option. A team helps with the prep, but Ashley carefully hand-rolls each tasty lumpia wrapper herself (no easy task!). You can find Lola’s Lumpia at several Seattle-area restaurants including Super Six in Columbia City, Marination Amazon on 6th Avenue, Patrick’s Cafe & Bakery in White Center, Classic Eats in Burien and Elliott Bay Brewery in West Seattle. Or order them frozen and fry them in hot oil for five minutes to serve at your next family gathering. q lolascuisine.co
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Bring your buckets and shovels to the beach and sculpt a masterpiece. Will you build a castle high on a hill, complete with turrets and seawater moat? A giant octopus with eight sucker-lined tentacles? Or maybe a sea turtle with a shell made from found objects? There are so many ways to be creative when the beach is your medium. Enter your family into Edmonds’ amateur Sand Sculpting Contest today at Marina Beach. It’s open to all ages, and Bucket Awards will be given to the top three sculptures in each category: Adult (ages 15 and older), Family Group (all ages) and Children Group (ages 14 and younger). Sign up at 10 am and start digging!
Overheard from a 3-year-old at the Ballard Farmers Market: “Mommy, blueberries grow on trees!” With farmers markets in full swing, now is a great opportunity for kids to discover where food comes from. Today, learn all about zucchini at the Columbia City Farmers Market. Kids can build and decorate a zucchini car and race it against other vegetable roadsters in the Zucchini 500. Other farmers markets with good kid programs: Lake City’s Thursday market has a story time presented by the Lake City Library; The Bellevue Farmers Market (also Thursdays) uses games, tastings and activities to teach kids about healthy food.
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Student actors in the Seattle Children’s Theatre Drama School take center stage during the summer; they are at the helm for rehearsals, performances, lighting, costumes and the production of full-length shows. Today through Saturday, see a Disney doubleheader that’s perfect for ages 5 and older: 101 Dalmatian Kids & Aristocats Kids. Also this summer: In the Forest Grim/A Wrinkle In Time (July 18-20, ages 8+), Anon(ymous) (Aug. 1-3, ages 13+), and Heathers the Musical, High School Edition (Aug. 9-11, ages 13+).
From the Eastside to the Westside, two vibrant arts festivals are painting the town. In Bellevue, bring the kids to the 73rd annual BAM ARTSfair. Meet local artists, browse unique and handcrafted works from more than 300 local artists, watch visual arts performances and more. The main fair site is at Bellevue Square, today from 10 am to 6 pm (9:30 am to 9:30 pm on Friday and Saturday). Bellevue Arts Museum is hosting KIDSfair, where budding Picassos ages 3 to 10 can get creative, be messy and make their very own masterpiece. On the other side of Lake Washington, check out Alki Art Fair in West Seattle, where local art and music will fill the promenade along Alki Beach from 10 am to 6 pm. Kids can hang in the expansive, interactive Kidz Zone, presented by galactic-themed play space Outer Space, where kids can get physical and explore creative activities. Leave the parking struggle behind and take the free shuttle from the West Seattle Park and Ride at Admiral Junction.
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Fenix, Soren, Reese and Jason McGillie dive into a BBQ lunch at Woodshop.
When the sun’s rays turn to drizzle — or if it’s still dry and sweltering and you need some A/C — visit a family fun center. They can be less crowded in the summertime, so take advantage of a chance to be first in line for bumper cars, laser tag and bouncing pits. And don’t worry: not all “fun centers” overwhelm with flashing lights and oversized talking mice. Try We Rock the Spectrum (1910 132nd Ave. NE, Suite 7) in Bellevue for its sensory-friendly play space. Little ninjas might like the new Defy Tacoma (1680 S. Mildred St.), which features a zipline, huge foam pits, a ninja course, trapeze, parkour and more.
Bike everywhere The Outdoors for All Foundation, a local nonprofit that provides adaptive recreation opportunities for children and adults with disabilities, will offer free, drop-in adaptive cycle rentals at The Brig at Magnuson Park seven days per week from 10 am to 6 pm this
Got a case of the Mondays? The Museum of History and Industry (MOHAI) has you covered. Bring your early learner to explore sensory bins, craft, hear stories and play pretend from 10 am to 1 pm on Mondays. The summer interactive
Tuesday, August 6
Neighborhood party Is that live music you hear right outside your doorstep? Yes it is. Tonight is National Night Out, a national event promoted locally by Seattle Police Department Crime Prevention designed to “heighten crime prevention awareness, increase neighborhood support in anti-crime efforts, and unite our communities.” It’s kind of like a block party, but with a safety focus. Meet police officers from your local precinct and learn how to come together as a community during a natural disaster. Depending on your neighborhood, there will likely be food, drink, and a street closure where the kids can play. Find a Night Out event near you: 3 seattle.gov/police/ community-policing/night-out
Wednesday, August 7
Be yourself Drop in for Open Play at Seattle Children’s PlayGarden, a welcoming, safe, fun, and
accessible place for kids (and parents) to be themselves, located just south of Colman Park. PlayGarden staff are on hand to help you tend the sunflowers, visit with farm animals, facilitate inclusive play between kids, and work on a construction, art or garden project. No prior registration or fees required. 3 childrensplaygarden.org
Thursday, August 8
Board game meet-up Playing Ticket to Ride or Candy Land on the living room floor might seem simplistic, but in the big list of summer activities (with more than a month of summer still to go!) a low-key game day might be just the breather you need. Games will also help your kids practice their math, language and strategy skills: win-win! Dust off the classic games from your childhood for a dose of nostalgia, or visit Meeples Games in West Seattle, where families who homeschool meet up on Thursday afternoons all year long. Kids play fun, educational games while parents chat over coffee and snacks from the Meeples café. 3 meeplesgames.com
Friday, August 9
Wade in Get relief from the dog days of summer in one of Seattle’s many wading pools. Five of them — Green Lake, Lincoln Park, Volunteer Park, Van Asselt Playground and Magnuson Park — will open every day for the busiest part of summer. If the weather forecast calls for rain, a temperature lower than 70 degrees, or poor air quality, the wading pool will close. Call the wading pool hotline at 206-684-7796 to learn more about a wading pool near you.
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It’s not summer without a backyard barbecue, but if you don’t have a yard or don’t feel like firing up the grill, head over to Woodshop BBQ (2513 S. Jackson St.) in the Central District. Eat outside on Woodshop’s spacious picnic-table patio with the kids and the family dog. Try the wood-smoked, Texas-style brisket or Kansas City-style short ribs with a creamy bowl of mac and cheese on the side. q thewoodshopbbq.com
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Tuesday, July 30
Ah, the sweet smell of hot dogs and popcorn; the ‘thwack!’ of a batted ball; the blue skies above and the green turf below. There’s nothing more iconic about summertime than a day out at the ballpark. This month, there are three professional baseball teams to cheer on in and around Seattle: The Mariners in the major leagues, the Everett AquaSox and Tacoma Rainiers in the minor leagues. T-Mobile Park has a Kids Zone and lots of opportunities to meet the Mariner Moose. At the Rainiers’ home, Cheney Stadium, get lawn tickets for more space to roam free and play on the adjacent playground. Everett’s Memorial Stadium also has a Fun Zone, with a big slide, bouncy house and pitching cage.
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Escape the heat (and likely the wildfire smoke) inside the heavily air-conditioned CSz Seattle theater, home of Comedy Sportz in Fremont. On Sunday afternoons, families can catch a hilarious, clean improv comedy show. The shows are based entirely on audience suggestions, so if your child likes to shout out random words in public (“pineapple!”) or wants to command grown adults to perform the Fortnite Dance, this is the perfect opportunity to make that dream a reality. Tickets can be purchased online in advance, or at the door for $10. Grab a cone at Bluebird Ice Cream next door or dig into some fish and chips at Shawn O’Donnell’s down Fremont Avenue before the show begins at 4 pm. 3 cszseattle.com
pop-up exhibit is all about Seattle Style. Pack a picnic or swing by the MOHAI café and lunch out on the shore of South Lake Union when the kiddos start to lose steam.
summer through September 30. Outdoors for All will also rent adaptive cycles in Seward Park and White Center Playground on select dates. Call ahead to confirm the bike you need is available. 3 outdoorsforall.org
August Thursday, August 1
Dinosaur day Sort and classify fossils for the new Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture opening in October. The Burke is calling on citizen scientists to examine sediment for microfossils that
scientists will use in their research. Interact with real scientific specimens and tools, including cast replicas of dinosaur fossils. Head over to the West Seattle Library (2306 42nd Ave. SW) from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Free.
Friday, August 2
Umoja Fest with friends Children’s Day at Umoja Fest is a joyful day of youth-focused performances and activities celebrating the black community and African diaspora culture in the Northwest. Head to Judkins Park for crafts, games, bouncy houses and more. The Umoja Festival runs through Sunday. Catch the Africatown Heritage Parade featuring dance
troups and drill teams and taste delicious flavors from Mama Sambusa’s Small Kitchen, South African Food Affair, Sweet Momma Brown’s, Boujee Food & Things and more. 3 umojafestnw.com
Saturday, August 3
Join the parade in Magnolia If your little extrovert isn’t content to just watch the Magnolia Seafair Parade, show up a little early (9:45 am) to the corner of 34th Avenue West and West Raye Street and join the Kids’ Parade. As the day unfolds, enjoy toy boat races, games with the Girl Scouts, arts and crafts, food and more family fun at Magnolia Summerfest. 3 magnoliasummerfest.org
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Visit museumofflight.org to learn more about events throughout the city.
Rocket launches, interstellar virtual reality experiences, planetarium shows and maximum moon adventure.
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Call 425-883-3271 for a tour. • Child-centered, joyful atmosphere with strong academic focus • Experienced, Montessori-certified teachers • Preschool, kindergarten, and STEAM Enrichment in g • Family owned and operated since 1977 N o w E n r o ll • Summer, before & after school programs • Prep Program, (starting ages 2 1/2-3)
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a mini-mountain cave, climb a spider’s web, and slide like an otter under the cover of shady trees. Go for a spin on The Historic Carousel, or if the weather is sweltering and smoky, pop into Zoomazium, an indoor play place with nature-themed activity spaces. Feed your new baby in the corner while your toddler crawls through a log, and your big kid climbs a 20-foot tree. You can even borrow headphones, fidgets, weighted lap items, and other sensory supports. zoo.org
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Learn Kendama from the best Kendama is a traditional Japanese wooden skill toy that has regained popularity in recent years. Much like a yo-yo or a ball-and-cup toy, Kendama is great for performing tricks and developing hand-eye coordination. The 2018 Gloken Kendama World Cup winner, Nick Gallagher, and his twin brother, Zack Gallagher (both UW students) will lead a family-friendly Kendama tutorial in the beautiful Seattle Japanese Garden today. Learn the game, then explore the grounds. Free garden admission to all youths 12 and younger from 10 am to 2 pm.
Sunday, August 11
Party at Kidchella Pack your diaper bags and don your flower crowns — It’s Kidchella! Dance, baby, dance to live performances by Seattle kid-music legends Caspar Babypants and The Not-Its!, and hula-hoop performer Hoopsmiles. Kids under 18 get in free to this outdoor music festival at Seattle Center’s Mural Amphitheatre, but all kids must be accompanied by an adult. Adult tickets? $30. Witnessing your toddler rush the stage? Priceless.
Monday, August 12
Savor the Golden hours The beach at Golden Gardens Park is an idyllic summer destination for local families. Kids love playing in the sand, exploring tide pools, climbing on the playground, and throwing Frisbees in the grass. The weekends get unbearably busy, so weekdays are your best bet to avoid the crowds (and find parking). For a special treat, try the little Dutch pancakes and slushies at Miri’s Snack Shack at the south end of the Golden Gardens bathhouse. 3 mirisseattle.com
Tuesday, August 13
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Maybe your family is new to Seattle and you want to take advantage of our proximity to nature, but you don’t know how to find the trail. Hike it Baby is a parent group on a mission to get families outside together, enjoying nature in a safe and supported way. The Seattle branch “enjoys toddler walks, adult paced trail hikes, park and plays, costume parades, and urban stroller meanders.” The group takes one hike per week, so if you can’t get it together to get out the door today, you’ll have other opportunities. Join the Facebook group to learn more. facebook.com/groups/ hikeitbabyseattle
Laura Jackson with her daughter Josephine, picking strawberries for jam at Remlinger Farms.
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Growing up on her parents’ bed and breakfast in small-town Idaho, Laura Jackson never had to travel more than a mile in any direction to pick fresh fruit. Now a Washingtonian, she picks summer strawberries at Remlinger Farms in Carnation with her toddler, Josephine (and one on the way) for the 6 quarts of jam she’ll use all year long on pancakes, biscuits, muffins and ice cream. Try your hand at making her Strawberry-Rhubarb Jam.
Friday, August 16
Go for a silly swim One of Seattle’s most popular swimming holes, Mounger Pool (2535 32nd Ave. W.) in Magnolia hosts wacky family fun nights every Friday from 5:30 to 7:30 pm with goofy themes like Outrageous Animal Adventure, Pirate Pool Party and Superhero Swim. Commit to a rotisserie chicken or other low-effort dinner option from the Albertson’s across the street on the way home.
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Saturday, August 17
Work hard, play hard Go all out in an intergenerational game of ultimate Frisbee, pickleball, basketball, wheelchair rugby and other fun physical activities at Big Day of Play, a free event hosted at the Rainier Community Center and playfields (4600 38th Ave. S.) today between 11 am and 5 pm. Shuttles are available throughout the day to the Mt. Baker Rowing and Sailing Center for kayak, paddleboard and other demonstrations. 3 bigdayofplay.org
Combine strawberries, rhubarb, pectin and lemon juice in a large saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Add sugar, stirring until dissolved. Return to a rolling boil. Boil hard for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Remove from heat. Skim foam if necessary. Ladle Adjust two-piece hot jam into hot, sanitized jars, leaving ¼ inch headspace. canner. caps. Process 10 minutes in a boiling-water
homeless children with the gift of a birthday party. Volunteer with your kids to donate presents, bake birthday cakes, and organize activities for kids experiencing homelessness all over the Greater Seattle area.
Attend a volunteer orientation today at 6 pm at the Birthday Dreams office (1084 Kirkland Avenue NE, Renton). You want the lower entrance on the north side of the building. Contact info@ birthdaydreams.org for more information on how to get involved. 3 birthdaydreams.org
Wednesday, August 14
Play at the zoo Sure, the Woodland Park Zoo has lions, tigers and bears, but did you know it also has an outdoor playground designed with natural elements? On the Habitat Discovery Loop, kids can run through
On the Eastside, watch your kids rope-swing over water, climb a rock wall, crawl through a giant mud pit, and overcome a variety of other obstacles at Lake Sammamish State Park. The Kids Mud Run is open to kids ages 4-10 and is part of Sammamish P.O.P. (Party on the Plat), a new festival featuring music, food and family fun. Pre-registration and a $25 fee required for run. 3 sammamishfriends.org/ mud-run-2019
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Chalk it up Sidewalk chalk is taken to the next level as world-renowned 3D chalk artists descend upon Redmond Town Center for the third annual PNW Chalkfest. Enjoy live music,
jaw-dropping street art, activities for kids, tasty food, and an epic sidewalk sale. Taking silly selfies atop the finished murals is a must. 3 pnwchalkfest.com
The newly opened Dune Peninsula Park in Tacoma (5400 N. Pearl St.) features a series of six slides next to the east end of the new Wilson Way bridge. The views are magnificent, and taking the slides makes for a fun way to quickly get down to the marina complex below. Take a walk or ride bikes on the Frank Herbert Trail, named for the Tacoma native and famed author of the science fiction novel Dune. The trail connects to the Ruston Way Waterwalk and Point Defiance Park. 3 metroparkstacoma.org/ dpd-waterfront
Tuesday, August 20
Hit a U-pick in the morning Fresh-picked Washington blueberries can’t be beat. Since weather or heavy picking traffic may close fields for a day or more, always check if the fields will be open before you go. Morning is the perfect time to pick. The weather’s cooler, and the fields are still bountiful with ripe fruit. Most U-picks are cash or check only, so be prepared. Prices generally range from $1.25 to $2.50 per pound. For a blueberry farm near you, visit 3 wablue berries.com/u-pick-farms.
Wednesday, August 21
See a science show Bye-bye Bill Nye the Science Guy; hello Jargie the Science Girl. Jargie (Jocelyn Argueta) and her penguin lab assistant Benjamin make chemistry concepts fun for kids ages 4 to 8 in this hour-long interactive science performance at the Ballard Boys and Girls Club (1767 NW 64th St.). Jargie comes to us all the way from the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C., where she kicked off her national tour. This young Hispanic woman hopes to inspire underrepresented populations to get involved in science. Show starts at 4 pm. No registration required. Free.
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Short films for shorties On Thursday and Saturday mornings at 10:30 am, Seattle’s favorite old-school movie rental shop, Scarecrow Video (5030 Roosevelt Way NE) hosts a free program for pre-K-age kids and their families. The Children’s Hour
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includes a short film, a story, and a fun activity. The theme for the summer is “Celebrations Around the World” and today they’ll be exploring South America. If it’s smoky and hot today, rent a few old movies, break out the DVD player and pass the day inside, snuggling on the couch and watching kid-friendly classics.
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On warm summer days, Seattle mom Guneet Kaur Rekhi likes to make kachi lassi (aka chabeel), a rose-flavored drink popular in northern India. Traditionally, Sikhs set up roadside stands on the hottest day of the year and serve the refreshing beverage for free to all passersby as an act of goodwill in honor of the Sikh guru, Guru Arjan Dev Ji (think lemonade stand, but without the profit motive). To make the drink for her family and community, Guneet combines ½ cup rose syrup (Rooh Afza), 2 cups whole milk, 4-5 cups water, and 1-2 cups ice cubes. The final product should have the consistency of a diluted milkshake and can be sweetened to taste with sugar. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Guneet buys her rose syrup at Mayuri Foods, an Indian grocery with locations in Redmond and Bothell.
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the day like a local once you arrive ashore. After the 35-minute journey across Puget Sound, the kids will have some energy to expend. Drive over to Owen’s Playground (969 Weaver Rd.), a truly unique park with play structures, water features, and a garden where children with physical and intellectual disabilities are able to play side by side with their peers. Then head over to The Marketplace (4738 Lynwood Center Rd. NE)
for lunch. The kids can splash around in spray fountains out front while waiting for sandwiches. Once those bellies are full, walk over to Schel Chelb Park (7595 Heron Hall Lane NE) for a playground with natural elements and a swimming beach. The park connects to the Gazzam Trail network. Take an easy hike through an old-growth forest. Make a pit stop at the Kids Discovery Museum (301 Ravine Lane NE) or just head back to the ferry and enjoy the peace as the kids sleep in the car on the way home.
Tuesday, August 27
Give back (-to-school) Going back to school is expensive. If you’re in a position to shop for school supplies with your kids, consider buying an extra calculator, set of crayons, pair of shoes, or box of snacks to donate to a family experiencing financial hardship. Check in with donation organizers, including Stuff the Bus, Hopelink, and local PTSAs, to find a supply drive near you where you can drop off or pick
Friday, August 23
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Immerse yourself in the history, culture and traditions of Pacific NW Native American tribes. Wednesday–Saturday on Blake Island
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Stop California dreamin’ and head out to Slidewaters Waterpark in Chelan, Washington, instead for a one-of-a-kind surfing experience. The largest stationary wave in the world is opening to the public for the first time this summer, right in our home state. Kids ages 10 and up can practice surfing without the threat of shark attacks and riptides. Lakeside Surf provides a board with a leash and a helmet; all you need is an adventurous spirit. Try a free, 15-minute session at the beginning or end of the day after you hit the water park, or pre-book a longer session online in advance. 3 slidewaters.com/lakeside-surf
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The thrill of climbing a tree is a childhood rite of passage. A little scary for parents, but when done safely, the experience can help your child build confidence while taking risks. The forested area of Carkeek Park (950 NW Carkeek Park Rd.) and Volunteer Park (1247 15th Ave. E.) have strong branches fit for small, brave climbers. To see how the pros do it, catch the Seattle Regional Tree Climbing Competition, an educational event where climbers of all skill levels can learn the latest in safety and climbing techniques. 3 pnwisa.org
Sunday, August 25
Explore the Arctic Wish you were still cool? Chill out at Nordic Sól, a new summer cultural showcase with a focus on the Arctic, at the National Nordic Museum in Ballard. Catch an Arctic short film, play a traditional Inuit game, dance in the (machine-made) snow, and set the kids loose on some STEAM activities while you peruse the cool work of polar artisans. 3 nordicmuseum.org/nordicsol
Monday, August 26
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On scheduled Sundays from May to September 15, a portion of Lake Washington Boulevard between Seward Park and Mount Baker Beach will be closed to cars from 10 am to 6 pm for Bicycle Sundays. Easily three times as wide as the Burke-Gilman Trail, Lake Washington Boulevard affords you plenty of space to ride, run or rollerblade. There are several places to stop along the way for a snack or romp on a playground. If you haven’t made it out for a Sunday yet this summer, today is your chance!
Celebrate the end of summer with ice cream and story time! Librarians at the Capitol Hill branch (425 Harvard Ave. E.) of the Seattle Public Library will show kids how to make ice cream, then eat it. Bring a small towel, gloves or an oven mitt to use when shaking your bag of ice. The fun starts at 11:30 am, but you’ll want to arrive early to make sure your family gets a seat (and a treat).
Thursday, August 29
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Monday, September 2
The Seattle Astronomical Society (SAS) organizes monthly star parties at Green Lake and Paramount Park all year long. But tonight, the party is going down at Brooks Memorial State Park, located 12 miles north of Goldendale, Washington, in a very dark sky region. Camp out with knowledgeable astronomers all weekend long, viewing solar system objects, deep space objects, and constellations through special telescopes. $10 for non-members. 3 seattleastro.org/activities/8
Last hurrah Boasting the World’s Biggest Bounce House, a brand-new Lost World of Dragons exhibit, and the rare opportunity to gather eggs from an animatronic chicken at Sillyville Farm, the Washington State Fair (formerly “The Puyallup”) now offers way more for kids than the classic roller coasters and Fisher scones of our youth. Buy tickets online in advance, get on the road early, and mentally prepare for large crowds. The chaos is substantial, but the memories made and little taste of country life are worth the drive. 3 thefair.com
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Get down to kid business Support your local kid entrepreneurs! The Acton Children’s Business Fair gives kids an opportunity to create a product and market it to the public during a one-day event. In years past, kids have sold sushi-shaped candy, bird treat cookies, skin care products, and other treasures. Participants submitted their business ideas back in June, but there is still much wisdom to gain as Children’s Business Fair attendees. The youth businesses give a portion (if not all) of their profits to charity. Find the fair in the east parking lot of Crossroads Mall in Bellevue from noon to 5 pm. Free. 3 childrensbusinessfair.org/seattle
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The jam-packed outdoor music festival is a teen music-lover’s paradise, but kids under 8 will get a kick out of the action, too (for free!). Heat up with family-friendly acts like the School of Rock Seattle House Band, a group of local young musicians who perform and provide mentorship to their peers. Then cool down in the International Fountain, the “mother of all Seattle splash parks” at Seattle Center. The festival will release a more detailed lineup of kids’ activities and entertainment as the festival approaches. 3 bumbershoot.com
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September Get your passport to adventure! Museums provide a unique opportunity to learn, explore and timetravel. With a dozen museums in Skagit County, there are ample opportunities to travel from the shore to the foothills! Visitors to Skagit Valley can pick up their passport at any of the museum locations, the City of Burlington Visitor Center/Chamber of Commerce, area visitor centers & The Historic Lincoln Theatre. • Anacortes Museum • WT Preston Sternwheel • Maritime Heritage Center • Children’s Museum of Skagit County • Clear Lake Historical Association • Concrete Heritage Museum • Heritage Flight Museum • Museum of Northwest Art • Pacific Northwest Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum • Padilla Bay National Estuarine Funding Research Reserve provided by • Sedro Woolley Museum City of • Skagit County Burlington Historical Museum & Skagit County
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What to do when back-to-school is right around the corner? Spend the day in the park, help lay out the requisite first-day outfit and put backpacks by the door. Then grab the whole family and go jump in the lake for one last night swim. Nothing calms frazzled nerves or nervous Nellies more than the magical feeling of cool water on a warm evening. Follow with delivery pizza and fall into bed with damp hair — it’ll be a while before the chance arises again.
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OUR FAVORITE SUMMER READS Whether your kids like to read in the shade of a big tree or on a sandy beach, these great titles, handpicked by our booksellers, are sure to delight kids of all ages! — Nicholas Carr
Jamberry By Bruce Degan Ages 2-4
A boy meets an endearing, rhyme-spouting bear, who squires him through a fantastic world of raspberry rabbits, brassberry bands, and meadows of strawberry jam! Children will want to devour these rollicking, berryful rhymes and exuberant, colorful pictures again and again.
Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat (Book 1) Written by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth Ages 8-12
Klawde was High Commander of the planet Lyttyrboks. But when he is stripped of his feline throne, he is sentenced to the worst possible punishment: exile to a small planet in a quiet corner of the universe… named Earth.
To Night Owl From Dogfish By Holly Goldberg Sloan and Meg Wolitzer Ages 10+
When their dads fall in love, fearless Bett and bookish Avery are sent, against their will, to the same sleepaway camp. Their dads hope that they will find common ground and become friends. And possibly, one day, even sisters.
Aurora Rising By Amie Kaufman and Jay Kristoff Ages 12+
Thanks to his boneheaded heroism, star pupil Tyler Jones is stuck with Aurora Academy’s losers and discipline cases instead of recruiting his dream squad. But his ragtag group of misfits might just be the galaxy’s last hope.
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Hands-on activities! Imagination Stations located throughout the Museum feature fun craft activities based on current BAM exhibitions. And with two to four rotating exhibitions on view at any one time, there’s always something new to see, explore, and be inspired by.
BAM is the perfect size to explore with kids. Big enough that it’s still an adventure, but not so large that you’ll feel like you need to rush to see everything. Plus free parking and lots of kid-friendly restaurants nearby.
MUSEUM info Address: 510 Bellevue Way NE, Bellevue, WA, 98004 Website: www.bellevuearts.org Hours: Wednesday –Sunday: 11am – 5pm, Free First Friday: 11am – 8pm Cost: Discount & Adult: $12 – $15, Family: $35, Members & kids under age 6: FREE Free/Discounted Museum Days: Free First Fridays & Student Wednesdays Special Events for Families/Kids: Seasonal Free Family Days Summer Day Camps/Classes: visitbam.org/summer-camps-2019
After-School/Weekend Classes: visitbam.org/kids-family-events
Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: visitbam.org/school-tours
Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Imagination Stations, Family Guide
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Sealife Room
The Sealife room reflects Dale Chihuly’s deep love of the sea. Find one of the sea creatures immersed in the Sealife Tower. How many colors of the sea are there?
Persian Ceiling
An exploration of pattern and color, the Persian Ceiling is the only gallery in the Exhibition with white walls. Ten putti, or glass cherubs, are hidden in the ceiling, can you find them all?
Float Boats Inspired by Japanese fishing floats, Dale Chihuly created the glass floats in the Float Boat. Pick your favorite colored Float.
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For kids, Chihuly Garden and Glass is a wonderland of colors, shapes, plants and bright flowers. With inside and outside areas full of art, Chihuly Garden and Glass offers many ways for kids to fuel their imagination.
Parents, don’t let the word “glass” worry you! Chihuly Garden and Glass is meant for all ages. With a kid’s guide, Education Station, live glass demonstrations, free photo opportunities and even a kids’ section in the Bookstore, we are the perfect place for families to enjoy the wonder and beauty of art.
MUSEUM info Address: 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109 Website: www.chihulygardenandglass.com
Viola Crystal Tower
Secret! The Viola Crystal Tower is neither crystal nor glass. The tower is made out of polyvitro, a type of plastic. Can you find it?
Hours: Mon–Thurs 8:30am–5pm, Fri–Sun 8:30am – 9:30pm Cost: $32 Adults, Youth 5-12 $19, Children 4 and under are FREE Free/Discounted Museum Days: Discounted daily after 6pm. King County residents receive a discount on Adult admission (on-site only) Special Events for Kids/Families: Daily live glass demonstrations Museum Café: Yes Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Kid’s Guide, Education Station, Theater showing educational movies about Dale Chihuly and the art of glassmaking, free photos, kids’ section in the Bookstore, kid’s menu in the Café, snacks in the Art Plaza.
Garden
Explore the Garden for a Chihuly Rose. The Chihuly Rose was named to honor Dale Chihuly and offers buds of brilliant yellow which open to reveal flashes of bright orange and pink.
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Children's Museum of Skagit County MUSEUM info Address: 432 Fashion Way, Burlington, WA 98233 Website: www.SkagitChildrensMuseum.net Hours: Sun noon–5pm, Mon–Sat 10am–5pm, Toddler Tuesday 8:30am-10am Cost: $6.25/person, $5.75/Military & Senior, Free for kids under 12 months of age (admission prices subject to change)
Free/Discounted Museum Days: Community Free Day, 2nd Tuesday of the month
Special Events for Families/Kids: Full STEAM Ahead, Summer family nights, Planetarium shows, movie nights, Winter Wonderland. See our website!
Summer Day Camps/Classes: www.skagitchildrensmuseum.net/education/camps
After-School/Weekend Classes: Coming soon! Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: Field trips always welcome — call to schedule
Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Interactive exhibits and activities for kids of all ages to learn through hands-on play. Spring, summer and winter break camps. Party packages. Special events throughout the year. Museum store. Memberships available.
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New space! New location! Hands-on exploring of science, technology, engineering, art and math concepts for all ages! Spend the day learning through play. Phase 1 open now, Phase 2 opening summer 2019.
The exhibits are as much fun for adults as they are for kids! The museum is geared towards kids and learning through play, but grown-up kids can have fun too! Come now for Phase 1, come back again for Phase 2!
Hands On Children's Museum MUSEUM info Address: 414 Jefferson St NE, Olympia, WA 98501 Website: www.hocm.org Hours: Daily: 10 am to 5 pm Cost: General admission (18 mo–64): $14.95, Seniors (65+): $12.95, Military/First Responder/Foster (with valid ID): $12.95, FREE for members Free/Discounted Museum Days: Access Admission (EBT Cardholders): First 2 guests free/each add. $2; First Friday Nights: First 2 guests free/each add. $2
Special Events for Families/Kids: Summer Splash! (June-Aug), Boo Bash (Oct), Noon Year’s (Dec 31), Ice Adventures (Jan), and Spring Break Weeks (Mar-April)
Summer Day Camps/Classes: www.hocm.org/summercamps
After-School/Weekend Classes: www.hocm.org/special-guests-activities
Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: www.hocm.org/field-trips
Museum Cafe: Yes Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Preschool, Sensory Friendly Special Mornings of Play (Sundays), Birthday Parties, Private Events, Adult Event Series
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150 interactive exhibits including new Megan D Schooner, Art Studio & MakeSpace, two-story Climber and Stream Slide, Ballcano, Emergency! and more. Plus, unique Outdoor Discover Center, Lighthouse Lookout, outdoor tinkering stations, and water play inside and out. Summer long Summer Splash! event features themed adventures, special guests and activities.
Washington’s award-winning museum on Olympia’s waterfront adjacent to WET Science Center and Plaza with 250’ interactive stream. Near downtown, Farmer’s Market, and Percival Landing. Clean and beautiful facility with fresh foods in the Play Day Café. First place winner of King 5’s Best of Western Washington for Kid-Friendly Fun!
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Longhouse
Traditionally, longhouses were homes made from cedar planks that were used for gatherings and communal living. Today, Tulalip Tribes has one central longhouse that is still used for ceremonies.
Helmet This helmet belonged to a tribal member who served in the Army during the Vietnam War. He had 600 hours of flying as a helicopter pilot.
Dentalium shells Dentalium shells were used as currency and regalia. Mostly used for trade, these small, tubular mollusks were symbols of wealth and were commonly incorporated in traditional wear.
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Stories are given as gifts to make one more knowledgeable. Young people can immerse themselves in the stories, music, canoes, cedar and salmon interactive exhibits of the Tulalip people’s past and present at the cultural center.
Our senior curator described the cultural center as the intellectual and cultural soul of the Tulalip people. The center incorporates history, language, science and art in the hands-on activities for a unique, enjoyable learning experience.
MUSEUM info Website: www.hibulbculturalcenter.org
Teaching pole Teaching poles were carvings that represented stories and the morals behind them. In the winter months, grandparents would tell stories to children in the longhouse.
Address: Hibulb Cultural Center and Natural History Preserve, 6410 23rd AVE NE Tulalip, WA 98271, 360-716-2600
Hours: Monday: Closed, Tuesday-Friday 10 am-5 pm, Saturday-Sunday noon-5 pm. Free the 1st Thursday of each month, open until 8pm
Admission: Adult (18 and over): $10, Senior (50+): $7, Student (6-17): $6, Military & Veterans: $6, Child (5 and under): FREE, Family: $25 (2 adults and up to 4 children) Special Events for Families: Yes Summer Day Camps/Classes: Summer Tour programs offered Afterschool/Weekend Classes: Yes
Stone net weights
Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: Yes Family-friendly features: Interactive exhibits, hands-on activity options
Stone net weights were used to weigh down nets for beach seining and fishing. These weights helped the net sink down to catch fish, or to anchor nets in place.
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KidsQuest Children's Museum SCAV EN GE R HU NT
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Mouse House
This tiny mouse house is an homage to the shadowboxes in KidsQuest’s original Factoria location.
Story Tree Characters
Once home to the Roaslie Whyel Museum of Doll Art, KidsQuest has a number of display cases filled with toys and dolls that once filled this entire building.
Climber Sequin Boards If you make it to the pinnacle of the museum’s Atrium Climber, take a look around for a special surprise. Small discoveries are sometimes s. found in the most unusual place
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Kids will love that every corner of the museum offers new opportunities for hands-on play. They can drive a real truck, climb 2 ½ stories, or get soaked in water. Looking for something new to do? Free activities are offered every day, from Science Hour to Musical Storytime to Play with Paint.
Parents will love that their children are engaging in thought-provoking play. The day is made a little easier because beverages are allowed in lidded containers, and indoor snack spots allow for sitting and refueling kiddos without leaving the building. There are also adult-only events like Clay & Cocktails!
MUSEUM info Address: 1116 108th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Measuring Marbles Math makes its way through many of KidsQuest’s exhibits. One hidden gem is a measuring wall. How tall are you in marbles?
Website: www.kidsquestmuseum.org Hours: Mon 9am–5pm through August 26, Tue-Thu 9am–5pm, Fri 9am–8pm, Sat 9am–5pm, Sun noon–5pm
Cost: Single admission: $12.50, Members and children under 1: FREE, Museums for All: $3
Free/Discounted Museum Days: Free Low Sensory Evenings the first Wednesday of every month, 5:30-7:30pm
Special Events for Families/Kids: Wild NW Weekends, Halloween Spooktacular, Gingerbread Workshops
Recycle Rebuild Ferris Wheel
Hidden within the shelves of KidsQuest’s Recycle Rebuild room you will find not only the upcycled creations of children ted and adults, but a Ferris Wheel crea ers. camp er summ of p grou a by
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Summer Day Camps/Classes: www.kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/summer-camp
After-School/Weekend Classes: www.kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/school-age-programs
Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: www.kidsquestmuseum.org/programs/field-trips
Family-Friendly Features: Low sensory bags are available at the front desk, and discounted parking is available at nearby lots. A small snack selection is available in the Museum Store.
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LeMay - America's Car Museum UP CO M IN G EV EN TS
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July 20 & August 17 | Noon – 4 pm ther as you explore Design, build, tinker and learn toge ion to science, relat the world of automobiles and its math. technology, engineering, art and
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In addition to the very cool cars, trucks & motorcycles on display, kids can get in the driver’s seat of a racing simulator or on the slot-car track in the Speed Zone. In the Family Zone, children of all ages can compete in Pinewood Derby races or climb into a car from the 1920s and pretend to drive!
America’s Car Museum aims to inspire curiosity and imagination. Visitors are surrounded by vehicles ranging from horseless carriages to modern-day race cars. This non-traditional classroom provides a unique learning experience exploring the science, technology, engineering, art, history and math of automobiles through discussion and engaging hands-on projects.
MUSEUM info Address: 2702 E D Street, Tacoma, WA 98421 Website: www.americascarmuseum.org Hours: 10am - 5pm | 7 days a week Cost: ACM Member: FREE | Adults: $18 | Seniors (Age 65+): $16 | Active Duty Military: $16 | Students: $14 | Youth (Ages 6-12): $10 | Child (5 and under): Free
Special Events for Families/Kids: Design, build, tinker, and learn together as you explore the world of automobiles and its relation to science, technology, engineering, art and math. On the third Saturday of each month, you and your child, grandchild, or family can spend quality time together exploring activities throughout the Museum during Family STEAM Day. www.americascarmuseum.org/learn/youth-family-programs/family-steam-days
After-School/Weekend Classes: www.americascarmuseum.org/learn/youth-family-programs/scout-programs
Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: www.americascarmuseum.org/learn/school-programs
Take A Spin
July 11 & August 22 | 11am – 2pm ction and experience Ride in vehicles from the ACM Colle for ACM Members FREE is t even This on! history in moti n. issio adm eum Mus or included with
Museum Cafe: Yes Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Family Zone - www.americascarmuseum.org/ learn/family-zone, Photo Car - www.americascarmuseum.org/explore/activities Speed Zone - www.americascarmuseum.org/explore/activities
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Living Computers: Museum + Labs SCAV EN GE R HU NT
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Code a Robot Beep! Boop! Beep! Use block-based coding to help our Dash robots navigate obstacles, light up, or spin around. You can even change colors!
Ride in a Self-Driving Car
Jump into our 3D-printed car and take a digital drive. Navigate through lanes of traffic for 30 seconds before the computer takes the wheel.
Play an Arcade Game
Take a walk through the 80’s and explore The Bit ns Zone arcade! Featuring free toke and unlimited plays, you’ll get a e real #throwback experience insid our Totally 80s Rewind exhibit.
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What’s better than an arcade or science center? Both experiences in one! Whether they’re tinkering with robots, playing retro video games, or experiencing computing history first hand, kids will have a blast while they learn about computers. Let their curiosity and creativity run wild as your kids discover technology at their fingertips.
Imagine taking the kids someplace where parents can enjoy themselves too… Say hello to Living Computers! With great membership rates and nostalgia around every corner, parents won’t find a better place to connect with their kids — or with technology. With a full schedule of tours, events, and workshops, Living Computers helps both parents and kids beat the summer slump.
MUSEUM info Address: 2245 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134 Website: www.livingcomputers.org
Make a Punch Card
Way before cloud storage and USBs, computers used punch cards to store and process data. Experience these early days of computing first-hand and . make your own souvenir punch card
Survive the Oregon Trail
Grab your parents — we’re taking a journey across the uter Oregon Trail! In this beloved comp se game, you’ll gather supplies, choo ed a path, and keep your fingers cross that no one dies of dysentery.
Hours: Summer Hours, Tuesday–Sunday from 10am–6pm (Closed Monday) Cost: General Admission $18; Children (Up to age 5) Free; Discounted (Student, Senior, etc.) $16. Public tours included with admission (11:15am, 1:15pm & 3:15pm daily).
Free/Discounted Museum Days: Free First Thursdays from 5pm to 8pm. Access Program provides low cost admission & memberships for those who receive government assistance. Visit www.livingcomputers.org for details.
Special Events for Families/Kids: From educational tours, demos, and workshops to events like our Living with Tech: Speaker Series (every 3rd Thursday), we’ve got programs that geeks of all ages will love! Visit www.livingcomputers.org to learn more about our upcoming exhibits and events.
Summer Day Camps/Classes: www.livingcomputers.org/Calendar.aspx After-School/Weekend Classes: www.livingcomputers.org/Calendar.aspx Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: www.livingcomputers.org/Education/Programs.aspx
Museum Cafe: Yes Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Limited FREE museum parking, tech store (museum shop), and café/eating area. Group reservations, private tours, and venue experience rentals are also available.
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National Nordic Museum MUSEUM info Address: 2655 NW Market St. Website: www.nordicmuseum.org Hours: Tue: 10am–5pm, Wed: 10am–5pm, Thu: 10am–8pm, Fri: 10am–5pm, Sat: 10am–5pm, Sun: 10am–5pm, Mon: Closed
Cost: General admission: $15, Seniors (65+): $12, Students (with ID) and youth (K–12): $10, Members and children (0–4): Free
Free/Discounted Museum Days: First Thursdays Special Events for Families/Kids: Bamse Day (July 30); Nordic Stories (August 1); Nordic Sól (August 22-25) Summer Day Camps/Classes: www.nordicmuseum.org/events/172976
Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: www.nordicmuseum.org/tour
Museum Cafe: Yes Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: Free Kids’ Passport; Sense of Place immersive experience; interactive digital exhibit kiosks; videos; enclosed garden space; café; Museum Store
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Kids love our free Kids’ Passport activity book, which helps them write, draw, and color their way through the museum, while kidheight exhibit drawers and digital kiosks are perfect for young learners to explore. Our East Garden (with Viking ship!) is a great place to stretch little legs.
Parents love our mix of artifacts and objects complemented by videos and engaging text panels, which make learning possible at every level. They also love the convenience of our on-site parking and café, as well as our Museum Store with the perfect memento for every age.
Northwest African American Museum MUSEUM info Address: 2300 S. Massachusetts St., Seattle, WA 98144 Website: www.naamnw.org Hours: Wednesday – Sunday 11am-5pm, Open late on Thursdays 11am-7pm, Closed Monday and Tuesday Cost: Adult (13-61) $7, Child (4-12) $5. Student (w/student ID) $5, Seniors (62+) $5. Members and children 3 and younger FREE
Free/Discounted Museum Days: Free First Thursdays, Visitor Admission Partnerships and Special Offers
Special Events for Families/Kids: Every January, we have an amazing Family-Friendly Dr. King Day for the full family to enjoy music, films, arts and crafts. Grandparents Day will be September 8, 2019 and we will have a ton of family-friendly activities for youth and the entire family. Programs for Schools/Homeschoolers: K-12 Tour & Youth Curator Program www.naamnw.org/explore/k-12-education
Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: FREE parking; Black Santa Days every December; Located next to a beautiful, sprawling green park, named after rock legend Jimi Hendrix; We have volunteers that read to children; We occasionally offer MixxedFit which is an all ages, public dance and fitness class for $10
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NAAM is an exciting educational destination with interactive and inquiry-based tours providing an in-depth look at the history, art and culture of African Americans in the Pacific Northwest. Explore the Journey Gallery with our knowledgeable docents as they take you on a fascinating adventure through space and time.
Children get a glimpse of the vibrant experiences of the African American community in the Northwest from the 18th century to the present. There is always a rotating schedule of engaging and educational exhibitions featured throughout the Museum’s Legacy, Northwest Gallery and PACCAR Gallery which offers something new and exciting during every visit.
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Seattle Art Museum MUSEUM info Seattle Art Museum: 1300 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101 Olympic Sculpture Park: 2901 Western Ave., Seattle, WA 98121
Website: www.visitsam.org Hours: Wed–Mon 10 am – 5 pm; Thu open til 9 pm Cost: Kids 14 and under are always FREE! SAM Members are always FREE! | General Admission for Adults: $19.99 | Special Exhibitions + General Admission: $29.99
Free/Discounted Museum Days: The first Thursday of every month, admission to collection galleries and special exhibitions is free for ages 19 and younger. Special Events for Families/Kids: Family Field Day is Saturday, July 20, 2019 at the Olympic Sculpture Park from 11 am–3 pm. visitsam.org/summer
After-School/Weekend Classes: Join us on Sundays July 14–August 25 from 11 am–1 pm at SAM for free, all-ages, drop-in art making inspired by the current special exhibition: http://victorianradicals.site.seattleartmuseum.org School/Homeschool Programs: visitsam.org/educators Museum Cafe: Yes Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: We offer free Family Fun Guides to lead you through our galleries, Gallery Reads that pair children’s books with art in our collection, and Kids Activity Guides for selected special exhibitions.
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Spaces for rest and play! Kids can get creative with art supplies in Chase Open Studio, curl up with a book in the Ann P. Wyckoff Education Resource Center, and build with blocks in the Knudsen Family Room. Children’s imaginations soar at SAM.
Children 14 and under are free at SAM! With three separate family spaces for children to play and learn and activity guides to help you explore the galleries, there are endless ways to spark your child’s inner artist.
Wing Luke Museum MUSEUM info Address: 719 S King St., Seattle, WA 98104 Website: www.wingluke.org Hours: Tues – Sunday, 10 am –5 pm; open until 8 pm on First Thursdays
Cost: $17 Adult, $15 Senior, $10 Youth, $12.50 Student, Free for child under 5
Free/Discounted Museum Days: First Thursdays of the Month
Special Events for Families/Kids: July 18, 2019 (JamFest) Learn more: www.wingluke.org/jamfest
Summer Day Camps/Classes: www.wingluke.org/summercamp
After-School/Weekend Classes: www.wingluke.org/programs/#p-youth
Parent & Kid-Friendly Features: An interactive kid’s exhibit on Lunar New Year celebrations around the world “New Years All Year Round.”
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Kids will have fun learning about Seattle history and Asian American culture by being immersed in the history of the Seattle’s ChinatownInternational District. The Historic Hotel Tour is a must-see with its living quarters of early Asian pioneers. From hands-on exhibits to neighborhood tours, kids are encouraged to explore to pique curiosity and activate senses.
Give your kids an experience that opens their eyes to new cultures and perspectives in a way that textbooks can’t. Exhibits currently on display include the expanding universe of Asian Pacific American science fiction, Bruce Lee, and the ways people celebrate Lunar New Year across the world. The museum also offers food and walking tours to help navigate this historic neighborhood.
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