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April 14

Friday Family Skate Night
April 14, 21, 28, 6:30-8:15 pm
$3 per person
Bring your family for a night of skating fun! Games, prizes, music, plus a whole lot of fun! Bring your own skates/blades or use a pair of ours. The snack bar will be open and sells candy, chips, juice, and more.
Bitter Lake Community Center
13035 Linden Ave. N
Seattle
206-684-7524

Owl Hoots and Monkey Hollers
April 14, 7-9 pm
$8 Adults, $6 kids under 12
Camp Long's Barred Owls not only ask "who cooks for you", but also do monkey laughs and other strange calls. On this evening hike we hope to see Great Horned and Screech owls as well and maybe other critters too.
Camp Long
5200 35th SW
Seattle
206-684-7434

Friday Family Fun Movie Nights
April 14, 21, 28
$3 per person
Bring a pillow and make yourself comfortable! Free popcorn will be served to make this family adventure worth the trip. Please call the center to RSVP by 3:00 p.m. on each date.
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
Seattle
206-684-7422

Little Folks and Animal Friends
April 12-16
Ages 8 and under
Included with admission
Meet and learn about different animals each day. Valentine's Performing pigs, pony rides, story times, craft workshops, face painting and bug collections.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave.
Seattle
206-443-2001

The Sleeping Beauty
April 13-23, Thursdays and Fridays 7:30 pm, Saturdays 1 and 7:30 pm, Sundays 1 pm
$20-134
Lavish costumes, sumptuous sets, good versus evil, fairies that really fly and an array of superb classical roles for performances to be remembered happily-ever-after. The Sleeping Beauty is the ultimate family-friendly entertainment and an ideal opportunity to introduce ballet to someone new.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
McCaw Hall, 301 Mercer St., Seattle Center
Seattle
206-441-2424

Dive into Spring Break
April 8-16

Talk to Aquarium divers when they dive in the Underwater Dome. Meet divers and learn about their equipment before they go in the Pacific Coral Reef exhibit. Learn how and why animals dive. Activities include kid’s crafts, talks and demonstrations throughout the week.
Seattle Aquarium
1483 Alaskan Way
Seattle
206-386-4300

Whirligig!
March 23-April 16, Monday - Thursday, 11 am-4 pm; Friday-Sunday, 11 am-6 pm
Just $7 + Free Thursdays
Seattle Center’s annual carnival of fun for kids. Now in its 24th year, this one of a kind wacky world of carnival color and kid-sized action is the definition of fun. Remember being told, “no running in the house?” Well, here’s a house (Center House) where kids can bounce, slide, glide and ride – all on seven super cool, super-size inflatable rides. Featured this year are Treasure of the Caribbean, Victory Lap Slide, SS Buccaneer, Monster Truck Slide, and Three in One Jungle Adventure.
Seattle Center House
305 Harrison Street
Seattle
206-684-7200

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

Girl of My Dreams
March 15-April 23, Selected Tuesdays and Wednesday through Saturday evenings: 8:00 PM; Sundays and selected Saturdays: 2:00 PM and selected Sunday evenings: 7:00 PM
$24-48
Performing for the troops of World War II, a traveling USO Troupe discovers life and love as they encounter the world and embark on an eye-opening journey.This diverse and spectacular group of performers will warm your heart as they tickle your funny bone. Step back in time to salute "The Greatest Generation" and fall in love!
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N
Issaquah
425-392-2202

Early Bird Walk
April 5, 14, 19, and 26 and May 3 and 17, 7-9 am
$8 Adults, $6 kids under 12
Spring migration is here and so are warblers, tanagers and vireos, ducks and grebes, hawks and eagles. Learn successful birding tips at Seward Park. Beginner to advanced birders are welcome. Pre-register and pay by the day before the bird walk to ensure a space and that the class is not cancelled.
Seward Park
5902 Lake Washington Blvd S.
Seattle
206-684-4396

April 15

Discover Music!: Cinderella in a Russian Music Extravaganza
April 15, 11 am
$15 students/seniors, $20 adults
Prokofiev’s Cinderella comes to life in this enthralling production. Also, hear excerpts from great Russian masters including Tchaikovsky and Rimsky-Korsakov. Part of the Discover Music series.
Seattle Symphony
Benaroya Hall, 200 University St.
Seattle
206-215-4747

Hop Into Spring Breakfast
April 15, 8:30-10:00 am
Members: $20 per person, Non-members: $25 per person
Flapjack breakfast, live farm animals, performance by “Puppets Please Marionettes,” and Hippity Hoppity You Know Who! Reservations required: Call (425) 258-1006, Ext. 1014
Imagine Children’s Museum
1502 Wall Street
Everett
425-258-1006

Dive into Spring Break
April 8-16
Talk to Aquarium divers when they dive in the Underwater Dome. Meet divers and learn about their equipment before they go in the Pacific Coral Reef exhibit. Learn how and why animals dive. Activities include kid’s crafts, talks and demonstrations throughout the week.
Seattle Aquarium
1483 Alaskan Way
Seattle
206-386-4300

The Black Stallion
April 9-16, Sunday at noon, Tuesday at 11 am, Thursday at 1 pm, Saturday and Sunday at noon and 8:30 pm
$5 members, $6 seniors/children, $8 adults
Carroll Ballard's directorial debut, THE BLACK STALLION, has been widely hailed as a masterpiece of children's cinema. Adapted from William Farley's beloved children's book, the film combines stunning cinematography, an epic plot, and brilliant acting as it tells the story of a young boy and an Arabian stallion who are shipwrecked together on a desert island.
Northwest Film Forum
1515 12th Ave.
Seattle
206-267-5380

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

Girl of My Dreams
March 15-April 23, Selected Tuesdays and Wednesday through Saturday evenings: 8 pm; Sundays and selected Saturdays: 2 pm and selected Sunday evenings: 7 pm
$24-48
Performing for the troops of World War II, a traveling USO Troupe discovers life and love as they encounter the world and embark on an eye-opening journey.This diverse and spectacular group of performers will warm your heart as they tickle your funny bone. Step back in time to salute "The Greatest Generation" and fall in love!
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N
Issaquah
425-392-2202

Bird Tour
April 1-May 13, Saturdays 8-10 am
Ages 8 and up
Discover the wonders of birding. Join experienced leaders as we explore for spring migrants and year-round residents within Discovery's many varied habitats. Dress for the weather. Bring binoculars. Pre-registration required
Discovery Park
3801 W Government Way
Seattle
206-386-4236

April 16

http://www.zoo.org/special_events/events.htm#easter
Easter Brunch
April 16, 9-11 am
$12.95-26.95; Advance reservations and pre-payment required
Usher in spring at Woodland Park Zoo's Easter Brunch at the Rain Forest Food Pavilion. The delicious menu includes carved ham, potatoes, fruits, pastries and more. It also includes a special visit from the Easter Bunny and an up-close animal encounter.
Woodland Park Zoo
750 N. 50th Street
Seattle
206-684-4800

http://www.pacsci.org/events/
Little Folks and Animal Friends
April 12-16
Ages 8 and under
Included with admission
Meet and learn about different animals each day. Valentine's Performing pigs, pony rides, story times, craft workshops, face painting and bug collections.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave.
Seattle
206-443-2001

http://www.pnb.org/season/sleepingbeauty.html
The Sleeping Beauty
April 13-23, Thursdays and Fridays 7:30 pm, Saturdays 1 and 7:30 pm, Sundays 1 pm
$20-134
Lavish costumes, sumptuous sets, good versus evil, fairies that really fly and an array of superb classical roles for performances to be remembered happily-ever-after. The Sleeping Beauty is the ultimate family-friendly entertainment and an ideal opportunity to introduce ballet to someone new.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
McCaw Hall, 301 Mercer St., Seattle Center
Seattle
206-441-2424

http://www.seattleaquarium.org/events/detail.php?eventid=48
Dive into Spring Break
April 8-16
Talk to Aquarium divers when they dive in the Underwater Dome. Meet divers and learn about their equipment before they go in the Pacific Coral Reef exhibit. Learn how and why animals dive. Activities include kid’s crafts, talks and demonstrations throughout the week.
Seattle Aquarium
1483 Alaskan Way
Seattle
206-386-4300

http://www.nwfilmforum.org/cinemas/calendar.php
The Black Stallion
April 9-16, Sunday at noon, Tuesday at 11 am, Thursday at 1 pm, Saturday and Sunday at noon and 8:30 pm
$5 members, $6 seniors/children, $8 adults
Carroll Ballard's directorial debut, THE BLACK STALLION, has been widely hailed as a masterpiece of children's cinema. Adapted from William Farley's beloved children's book, the film combines stunning cinematography, an epic plot, and brilliant acting as it tells the story of a young boy and an Arabian stallion who are shipwrecked together on a desert island.
Northwest Film Forum
1515 12th Ave.
Seattle
206-267-5380

http://seattlecenter.com/events/festivals/detail.asp?EV_EventNum=23
Whirligig!
March 23-April 16, Monday - Thursday, 11 am-4 pm; Friday-Sunday, 11 am-6 pm
Just $7 + Free Thursdays
Seattle Center’s annual carnival of fun for kids. Now in its 24th year, this one of a kind wacky world of carnival color and kid-sized action is the definition of fun. Remember being told, “no running in the house?” Well, here’s a house (Center House) where kids can bounce, slide, glide and ride – all on seven super cool, super-size inflatable rides. Featured this year are Treasure of the Caribbean, Victory Lap Slide, SS Buccaneer, Monster Truck Slide, and Three in One Jungle Adventure.
Seattle Center House
305 Harrison Street
Seattle
206-684-7200

http://thechildrensmuseum.org/program-calendar.asp
Japanese Programming at The Children’s Museum
April 2, 16
Included with admission
Hanami Festival: Make Paper Bento
The Children’s Museum
305 Harrison St.
Seattle
206-441-1768

http://www.tulipfestival.org/
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

http://www.villagetheatre.org/
Girl of My Dreams
March 15-April 23, Selected Tuesdays and Wednesday through Saturday evenings: 8 pm; Sundays and selected Saturdays: 2 pm and selected Sunday evenings: 7 pm
$24-48
Performing for the troops of World War II, a traveling USO Troupe discovers life and love as they encounter the world and embark on an eye-opening journey.This diverse and spectacular group of performers will warm your heart as they tickle your funny bone. Step back in time to salute "The Greatest Generation" and fall in love!
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N
Issaquah
425-392-2202

April 17

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 18

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 19

Nature’s Storytime
April 19, May 17 and June 7, 10:30-11 am
$1 per person
30-minute story session geared towards preschoolers with adults. Included are storybook readings and a short activity. Great entertainment for you and your children and an opportunity for you to find out about nature-oriented children's books. Pre-registration is requested
Discovery Park
3801 W Government Way
Seattle
206-386-4236

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 20

Puyallup Spring Fair
April 20-23, Thursday 3-10 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am-10 pm, Sunday 10 am-7 pm
Adults $8, children $6, children 5 and under free
Farm animals, pig races, stage acts, KidZone, rides, exhibits and more. Parking is free
Puyallup Fair Grounds
Puyallup
253-841-5045

Carkeek Tyke Hikes
April 13-June 8, 1:30-2:45 pm
3 to 6 year old accompanied by a an adult
$25.00 per child for entire series or $5.00 per child per session.
You and a naturalist will share a new subject each Thursday through stories, songs, crafts and outdoor activities. Pre-register.
Carkeek Park Environmental Learning Center
950 N.W. Carkeek Park Rd.
Seattle
206-684-0877

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 21

Puyallup Spring Fair
April 20-23, Thursday 3-10 pm, Friday and Saturday 10 am - 10 pm, Sunday 10 am - 7 pm
Adults $8, children $6, children 5 and under free
Farm animals, pig races, stage acts, KidZone, rides, exhibits and more. Parking is free
Puyallup Fair Grounds
Puyallup
253-841-5045

Preschool/Parent Nature Adventures
April 21, May 26, 10 am-noon
$5 per person
Adults, this is your chance to share an adventure with your child or with your favorite little 4 and 5 year old friend. Each class we explore an area or an animal from Discovery Park and share a snack and/or a craft project. Dress for the weather; programs happen rain or shine.
Discovery Park
3801 W Government Way
Seattle
206-386-4236

Parents’ Night Out
April 21,May 12, June 9 6:30 – 9 pm
$10
Parents it's your turn to take time out for yourselves. Bring your child to the center for an evening of fun - including roller skating! - while you enjoy a movie in the Admiral neighborhood or fine food along Alki Beach.
Alki Community Center
5817 SW Stevens St.
Seattle
206-684-7430

Me and My Teddy Bear Luncheon
April 21, 12:30-1:30 pm
$2
Join us for a fun Teddy Bear Luncheon. Bring your teddy bear and a lunch and join us for some teddy bear fun. We will do crafts, sing a song or two and have some teddy bear fun.
Ravenna-Eckstein Community Center
6535 Ravenna Ave. NE
Seattle
206-684-7534

Cherry Blossom Festival
April 21, 10 am-6 pm
Free
Enjoy tea ceremonies, traditional Japanese costumes, martial arts, hands-on kids activites and more.
Seattle Center
305 Harrison Street
Seattle
206-684-7200

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 22

Skimming the Surface
April 22-23 and 29-30, 11:15 am and 1:15 pm
Included with admission
What kind of vehicle can operate on land but has no wheels, can motor across water but is not a boat, and flies on a cushion of air but is not an airplane? A hovercraft! Get the scoop on these incredible “floating” machines, and then make your own miniature hovercraft.
Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way South
Seattle
206-764-5700

Ecofest
April 22, 11 am-4 pm
Free
EcoFest is a community celebration with a huge selection of vendors and displays to delight you with all kinds of environmental education & eco-friendly products. Bring the kids, because children’s activities abound, including clowns, crafts, games and the parade!
Stillwaters Environmental Center
26059 Barber Cut Off Road
Kingston
360-297-2876

U-District Street Scramble
April 22, register and check in at 8:30
Adults $12, students 6-12, $3, under 6 free, families $25, discounts available
Thirty locations are circled on a neighborhood map. On foot or bike, how many can you visit in 90 minutes? In 3 hours? Fun for families, runners, cyclists, and anyone who likes to explore. Prizes, how-to clinics, and lunch included.
University Heights Center
5031 University Way NE
Seattle
206-367-0839

7201 E Green Lake Dr. N
Come Fish with Us
April 22, 9 am-2 pm
Ages 5-14
$5 for each child
Bring your kids and we'll teach them to fish. You'll learn lots about fishing, including water safety, different kinds of fish, how to case and what to do with a fish when you catch it. Every child who participates will receive a T-shirt and a rod and reel to take home, and you'll even bring home a trout!
Green Lake Community Center
7201 E Green Lake Dr. N
Seattle
206-684-0780

Salamander Search
April 22, 9:30-11:30 am
$8 Adults, $6 kids under 12
Poke in the pond to see Northwest and Long-toed salamander larvae, eggs and maybe adults. Look under logs for Red-backed and Ensatinas and their invertebrate roommates. Pre-registration is required.
Camp Long
5200 35th SW
Seattle
206-684-7434

Saturday Morning Series: People in Your Neighborhood
April 22, 11 am
Included with admission
On Earth Day, Carolyn L Driedger, volcanologist will talk about the Cascade Mountains and volcanoes.
The Children’s Museum
305 Harrison St.
Seattle
206-441-1768

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 23

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 24

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 25

Cute Critter Tales
April 11 and 25, 11 am and 1 pm
Included with admission
Pacific Science Center’s preschool story and craft program Stories & Such is featured twice monthly throughout the school year on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month. A different theme highlighted each month. Join storyteller Debbie Deutsch in lower Building 3, room 301/302.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave.
Seattle
206-443-2001

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 26

Nature Walks for Tots
April 5, 26, 29, May 10, 13, 24
Each walk is $3.00 per person. Pre-registration required.
One-hour nature exploration walks for children 2-3 years old with an adult. Children must be at least two years old and less than four years old to be in this class.
Discovery Park
3801 W Government Way
Seattle
206-386-4236

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 27

Environmental Film Nights
April 27, May 25, June 15, 7-9 pm
Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month for a screening of a different sustainability or environmental film. Snacks provided, discussion welcome, pay by donation. Pre-registration requested.
Camp Long
5200 35th SW
Seattle
206-684-7434

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 28

Girl of My Dreams
April 28-May 14, Wednesday through Saturday evenings: 8 pm; Saturdays and Sundays 2 pm, and Sunday evenings: 7 pm
$20-40
Performing for the troops of World War II, a traveling USO Troupe discovers life and love as they encounter the world and embark on an eye-opening journey.This diverse and spectacular group of performers will warm your heart as they tickle your funny bone. Step back in time to salute "The Greatest Generation" and fall in love!
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett
425-257-8600

Owl Hoots and Monkey Hollers
April 28, 7:30-9:30 pm
$8 Adults, $6 kids under 12
Seward Park’s Barred Owls not only ask "who cooks for you", but also do monkey laughs and other strange calls. On this evening hike we may see other critters too.
Seward Park
5902 Lake Washington Blvd S.
Seattle
206-684-4396

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 29

Great Starts Spring Lecture and Resource Fair
April 29, 12:30-5:30 pm
Single Presentation $20, Both Presentations $30; discounts for pre-registration
Spring Lecture and Resources Fair featuring two lectures on family sleep issues and kid cooperation by parent educator and best-selling author Elizabeth Pantley. The lectures will be based on her books, The No-Cry Sleep Solution: Gentle Ways to Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night, and Kid Cooperation: How to Stop Yelling, Nagging and Pleading to get Kids to Cooperate.
North Seattle Community College Cafeteria
9600 College Way North
Seattle
206-789-0883

EquiFriends Model Train Show and Swap Meet
April 29-30, Saturday 10 am-5 pm, Sunday 10 am-4 pm
$5 adults; $3 seniors and ages 11-17
This annual show by the United Northwest Model Railroad Club benefits EquiFriends, a therapeutic equestrian program.
Evergreen State Fairgrounds
14405 179th Avenue SE
Monroe

Kids’ Night Out, Spring Fling!
April 29, 6-9 pm
Members: $18 first child; $9 each additional sibling, Non-members: $20 first children; $10 each additional sibling
Wow – winter’s gone and spring is here! Celebrate our favorite spring things like flowers, butterflies, kites, baseball and more! Go on a nature scavenger hunt, play Spring Bingo, make a mosaic placemat and have play time in the Museum! Call (425) 258-1006, ext. 1012 to register.
Imagine Children’s Museum
1502 Wall Street
Everett
425-258-1006

Low Tide Beach Walk
April 29, 11:30 am-1:15 pm

$6 Adults, $3 children
Discover an amazing array of intertidal life at the beach revealed only by low tides. Barnacles doing a headstand! Anemone attack of the clones! Seastar wars! Explore the beach and discover nature is even weirder than science fiction. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the beach after class. Pre-registration required.
Camp Long
5200 35th SW
Seattle
206-684-7434

$10 adults, $6 kids
Natural Dyeing
April 29, 9:30 am-noon
$10 adults, $6 kids
Before commercial dyes were available fabric colors were derived from plants. Come learn about native dye plants and try your hand at dyeing natural fibers.Pre-registration and full payment due by Sat. 4/22/06.
Camp Long
5200 35th SW
Seattle
206-684-7434

Stayin' Alive Between the Tides
April 29, 11:15 am-1:15 pm
Free
Search for sea life while the tide is low. Look on the sand, on the rocks, under the rocks, and even under the sand. Learn how these animals survive when their source of food, air, and shelter is literally out to sea. Dress for the weather. Wear shoes that can get wet. Pre-registration required
Discovery Park
3801 W Government Way
Seattle
206-386-4236

Saturday Morning Series: People in Your Neighborhood
April 29, 11 am
Included with admission
Meet Gregory Dean, Fire Chief.
The Children’s Museum
305 Harrison St.
Seattle
206-441-1768

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959

April 30

The Land of the Mountains and the Flood
April 30, 2 pm
$12, $7 students/seniors, $30 families
This concert will feature special guest artists, John Michel and Carrie Rehkopf, and the winner of of our 2006 Youth Concerto Competition, Mikaela Holland.
Skyline High School
1122 228th Ave. SE
Sammamish
206-517-7777

South Puget Prairie Trip
April 30, 7:45 am-6 pm
$50 Adults, $30 kids under 12
See examples of Oak - Fescue - Camas Lily savannahs like the Seward Park area once supported. See the wildflowers, the butterflies, the birds, and more. Pre-registration required by Tuesday April 25
Camp Long
5200 35th SW
Seattle
206-684-7434

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
April 1-30
Wide variety of events, displays and entertainment. Check out the extensive online calendar.
Locations throughout Skagit Valley
360-428-5959