Head back to an era of coal-fired engines and iron tracks. Learn about how the West was made - through railroads! Over 80 artifacts, rare railroad memoribilia, photos and paintings are included in the exhibit. Date: 04/13/2008 - 01/24/2009 Time: During museum hours Location:Washington State History Museum, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with museum admission Event Info: 253-272-3500 | Web site
Mirrored Murrelets by Joseph Rossano
Over 250 mirrored glass birds float above the Museum's reflecting pond , appearing to skim the surface. The birds are a likeness of the Marbled Murrelet, a small sea bird found in the Pacific Northwest. Date: 06/07/2008 - 12/31/2009 Time: During museum hours Location:Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 253-284-4750 | Web site
Dale Chihuly: The Laguna Murano Chandelier
Chihuly's masterful five-piece installation, in collaboration with Italian glass artists Lino Tagliapietra and Pino Signoretto, showcases a 1,500 square foot chandelier modeling a lagoon crawling with sea creatures and plant life. Date: 09/14/2008 - 09/30/2009 Time: During Museum hours Location:Museum of Glass, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free with Museum admission Event Info: 253-284-4750 | Web site
The Adventures of Mr. Potato Head
Mr. Potato Head's your host at this new exhibit, which debuts in Seattle before it leaves for a multi-city tour. Kids explore literacy, social studies, math, science and other educational topics as they wander through a jungle safari, outer space, under the sea, and an archaeological dig. Date: 09/27/2008 - 01/11/2009 Time: Daily, open hours Location:The Children's Museum Seattle, Seattle | Map It Ages: Ages 3-8 Cost: Free with admission Event Info: 206-441-1768 | Web site
Lucy's Legacy: The Hidden Treasures of Ethiopia
Explore Ethiopia's long, rich history and its diverse culture, and view the 3.2-million-year-old hominid fossil of Lucy. Last entry time is 1.5 hours prior to closing. Date: 10/04/2008 - 03/08/2009 Time: Mondays-Wednesdays, Fridays 10:15 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursdays 10:15 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturdays, Sundays 10:15 a.m.-6 p.m. Location:Pacific Science Center, Seattle | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: $9-$20.75, ages 2 and under free Event Info: 206-443-2001 | Web site
The Little Doll with a Big Story: Nancy Ann Dolls
Submitted by Abby Kaminski
The beloved lines of dolls created by Nancy Ann Abbott are now on temporary exhibit at the Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art. Abbott’s Storybook Dolls are the highlight of the exhibit, displaying early bisque dolls to the later plastic. Also featured are Abbott’s larger plastic dolls, which include Muffy, Debbie, Miss Nancy Ann, and Nancy Ann Style Show dolls. Whether you seek a nostalgic trip down memory lane or to simply appreciate the tiny dolls themselves, be sure to visit them while they are here. For those who collect, the Museum Store also has many Storybook Dolls, complete with their polka dot boxes, for purchase. The Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art , 1116 108th Ave. N.E., Bellevue. Date: 10/25/2008 - 02/01/2009 Time: Mondays-Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays 1-5 p.m.
Location: Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art 1116 108th Avenue NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: $5-$8, ages 4 and under free Event Info: 425-455-1116 | Web site | email
Chihuly at Seymour 100
View displays of Dale Chihuly's glass masterpieces as the topping to the 100th anniversary celebration at the conservatory. Closed on major holidays. Date: 11/16/2008 - 02/22/2009 Time: Tuesday-Sunday 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Location:W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, Tacoma | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free, $5 suggested donation Event Info: 253-591-5330 | Web site
Get Moving
Preschool Skate
Hit Castle Ice Arena's weekday skate -- if you're a parent with a preschooler (or a homeschooler), you'll get in for a very nice price. The schedule is subject to change, so call before dropping by. 12620 164th Ave. S.E., Renton. Date: 01/02/2009 - 03/27/2009 Time: Mondays-Fridays 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Location: Other Ages: All ages Cost: Homeschoolers, preschoolers and parents skate for $3, which includes skate rental Event Info: 425-254-8750 | Web site
Lunchbreak Skate
Skate during the lunch hour for a cool price (includes skates). This is an ongoing event, so check for unexpected schedule changes before dropping by. Comcast Community Ice Rink at Everett Events Center. Date: 12/03/2007 - 02/27/2009 Time: Mondays-Fridays noon-2 p.m. Location:Comcast Arena at Everett, Everett | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: $5 Event Info: 425-322-2650 | Web site
Public Skate
Strap on your skates for a spin on the ice at the Kingsgate Ice Arena. The schedule is subject to change, so call or check online before dropping by. 14326 124th Ave. N.E., Kirkland. Date: 01/04/2009 - 04/30/2009 Time: Tuesdays, Thursdays 11:15 a.m.-2:15 p.m.; Wednesdays 3-6 p.m.; Sundays 2:30-4:30 p.m. Ages: All ages Cost: $7, ages 6-12 $6, ages 5 and under $3 Event Info: 425-821-7133, Ext. 104 | Web site
Indoor Play
Arena Sports Fun Zone
An indoor inflatables playground for kids that includes an obstacle course, double slide and bouncy house. Hours are for drop-in play, but they can change at any time -- best to call before you go. Date: 01/01/2007 - 02/27/2009 Time: Mondays-Fridays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Location:Arena Sports Redmond, Redmond | Map It Ages: Preschool and school age children Cost: Non-members $7/child, members $5/child, parents free Event Info: 425-885-4881 | Web site
Arena Sports Fun Zone
An indoor inflatable playground for kids that includes an obstacle course, double slide and bouncy house. It's open for drop-in play, but hours can change at any time, so call before you go. Date: 01/01/2007 - 02/27/2009 Time: Mondays-Fridays 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Location:Arena Sports Magnuson, Seattle | Map It Ages: Preschool and school-age children Cost: Non-members $7/child, members $5/child. Parents free. Event Info: 206-985-8990 | Web site
Crossroads Kid Zone
Drop by the game room for table tennis, pool, air hockey, foosball and games. All kids under 7 must be accompanied by an adult, and all teens must still be in high school. This is a drop in, ongoing event, so check for unexpected schedule changes or holiday closures.
Date: 01/01/2009 - 03/31/2009 Time: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays 2:30-5:30 p.m.; Wednesdays 1-5:30 p.m. Location:Crossroads Community Center, Bellevue | Map It Ages: Ages 7 and up Cost: Free Event Info: 425-452-4874
Game On
Get your game on at the library with favorites like Guitar Hero, DDR, Brawl and more. Date: 01/06/2009 Time: 3-5 p.m. Location:Sumner Library, Sumner | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-863-0441 | Web site
Toddlers of Mercer Island
Mercer Island Preschool Association's new indoor playtime for toddlers includes a different craft every week, tactile learning stations, large-motor-play activities (gym mats, bounce house), songs and stories, and healthful snacks. Adults are treated to coffee and the chance to form new friendships. VFW Hall, 1836 72nd Ave. S.E., Mercer Island. Date: 09/02/2008 - 06/30/2009 Time: Tuesdays 10-11:30 a.m. Ages: Toddlers Cost: MIPA members $3/family, non-members $5/family Event Info:Web site
Seattle Gymnastics Indoor Playtime
Drop in to play on the academy's equipment, including foam pit. Parents must stick around during play time. This is an ongoing event, so check for holidays and closures if you've never attended before. Located in Shiveley Gymnasium, 12535 26th Ave. N.E., Seattle. Date: 09/03/2008 - 06/30/2009 Time: Mondays-Fridays 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m., Wednesdays 2:15-3:30 p.m., Saturdays 12:30-1:30 p.m. Location:Seattle Gymnastics Academy, Seattle | Map It Ages: Ages 1-5 Cost: $6/child, $4 member child. Caregivers free. Event Info: 206-362-7447 | Web site
Drop & Go
Drop your kids off (no potty training required) for an hour or two. They'll play on tumbling equipment and do arts and crafts under the watchful eye of a teacher while you do what you need to do. If you reserve a weekly time and prepay, there's a 10 percent discount. Dizzy's Tumblebus, 3205 148th Ave. S.E., Suite E, Bellevue. Date: 10/01/2008 - 01/29/2009 Time: Tuesdays-Thursdays 9 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Ages: Ages 2-6 Cost: $10/hour, $5 siblings Event Info: 425-564-8287 | Web site
Open Play
Drop by Dizzy's for large motor play on mats and gymnastic equipment, sand and water tables, and crafts and coloring. Adult supervision is required, but there's a spot where grownups can hang out and have a cup of coffee while the kids play. This is an ongoing event, so check for holiday closures or unexpected shedule changes before dropping by. Dizzy's Tumblebus, 3205 148th Ave. S.E., Suite E, Bellevue. Date: 10/01/2008 - 01/30/2009 Time: Sundays 2-5 p.m.; Mondays, Fridays 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Tuesdays-Thursdays 1:30-5 p.m. Ages: Ages 6 months and up Cost: $5/hour/child Event Info: 425-564-8287 | Web site
Bouncy Drop-in Playtime
Drop in for play on inflatables at 3-2-1 Bounce! (Don't forget to wear socks.) This is an ongoing event, so check for unexpected or holiday schedule changes before dropping by. 13434 N.E. 16th St., Ste. 110, Bellevue. Date: 12/04/2006 - 02/24/2009 Time: Mondays, Tuesdays 9:30-10:45 a.m. or 10:45 a.m.-noon Ages: Ages 2 and up Cost: $6/child Event Info: 425-378-0321 | Web site
Parent Learning
Power Parenting
Learn about various parenting topics and meet and exhange ideas with other parents as your kids enjoy supervised play. No age limit, but each meeting can only accommodate two children under the age of 2. Date: 01/06/2009 - 12/01/2009 Time: First Tuesdays 6:30-8 p.m. Location:Hands On Children's Museum, Olympia | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 360-956-0818 | Web site
Woodinville Family Preschool Parent/Child Education Classes
Woodinville Family Preschool offers child development and parenting classes, led by highly-qualified educators. Classes are held Mondays-Fridays from September-May; click on the link to the preschool's Web site for specific times. The Woodinville Family Preschool is associated with the Shoreline Community College Parent Education Program. Woodinville Family Preschool, 23713 49th Ave. S.E., Bothell. Date: 09/01/2008 - 05/31/2009 - Happens weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday Ages: Parents of children birth-pre-K Event Info: 425-481-9707, Ext. 3. | Web site
Reading Fun
Story Time at Mockingbird Books
Store manager Geeta treats kids to story time. This is an ongoing event, so check with the store for unexpected schedule changes or holiday closures. Mockingbird Books, 7220 Woodlawn Ave. N.E., Seattle. Date: 07/01/2008 - 01/31/2009 Time: Mondays-Saturdays 11 a.m. Ages: Preschoolers and under Cost: Free Event Info: 206-518-5886 | Web site
Bothell Regional Library Tuesday Story Times
Enjoy stories and songs for toddlers (ages 2-3) on Tuesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m. From 10:30-11:30 a.m., Mother Goose on the Loose Story time introduces young kids to storytelling and nursery rhymes (ages newborn-23 months with adult). Date: 01/06/2009 - 02/10/2009 Time: Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. (ages 2-3) or 10:30 a.m. (ages newborn-23 months) Location:Bothell Regional Library, Bothell | Map It Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
Doggone Family Story Time
Read a book with a certified therapy dog and collect a trading card for each dog you read to. Date: 01/06/2009 - 01/27/2009 Time: Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. Location:Graham Library, Graham | Map It Ages: All ages Cost: Free Event Info: 253-847-4030 | Web site
Pajamarama!
Enjoy stories and songs at this evening story time - and don't forget to put on the PJs. No registration necessary. Date: 01/06/2009 - 02/03/2009 Time: Tuesdays 7 p.m. Location:Bothell Regional Library, Bothell | Map It Ages: Ages 3 and older with adult Cost: Free Event Info:Web site
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