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Reading...racing...our dogs are doing it all this week! Dog lovers will be in...well...hog heaven. Read on!

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Your favorite book and your favorite dawg come together at this special event just for literate labs and poodles! It's the Reading With Rover literacy project. Stick around -- Redmond Town Center's weekly concert series follows from 7-9 p.m. Free. All ages. Redmond Town Center, 16495 N.E. 74th St., Redmond. Thursday, Aug. 7, 5-7 p.m.
 
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Parades, fireworks, kids' activities in the Fun Zone and food contests, all within sight of Mt. Si in North Bend! The Grand Parade takes off at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday along North Bend Way; fireworks at 9:45 p.m. Other activities take place at Si View Community Center Park, 400 S.E. Orchard Dr., North Bend. Directions, schedule. Aug. 8-10: Friday 6-10 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.-10 p.m., Sunday 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 
 
Pet tricks
Again with the dogs! Pump up your pup for the annual Muttmazing Race, an obstacle course for dogs and the nutcases that love them. It's part of the beloved South Lake Union Block Party, a lively summertime celebration full of outdoor fun and entertainment. Fun, free activities for children of all ages including arts & crafts, interactive games, a piñata, toy boat making, several bounce houses and -- new this year -- a shaded space just for tots. Groove to the sounds of local bands on the live music stage and watch a movie under the stars. Northwest corner of Westlake and Denny, Seattle. Free. All ages. Friday, Aug. 8, noon-11 p.m.
 
Mondo Edmondo
Big happs up north this week! The Taste of Edmonds festival brings family faves Tim Noah, Buck & Elizabeth and the Reptile Man to the Kid Stage; arts and crafts in the children's area; roving artists; entertainment on the Main Stage...and tastes of food of every kind. Downtown Edmonds, Sixth and Bell. $3, 12 and under free. All ages. Directions, shuttle info. Aug. 8-10: Friday, Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
 
Pow wow!
Here's a chance for your kids to see some very cool Native American dancing! It's the annual Stillaguamish Festival of the River and Pow Wow. Look at wildlife displays, take a salmon habitat tour, visit the storytelling tent and children's entertainment stage, and feast at a salmon bake ($12). Buffalo burgers, too. River Meadows County Park, 20416 Jordan Road, Arlington. Free admission. Saturday, Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m.; Sunday, Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m.
 
It's all about me!
Now you can say that without looking like a diva! Why? Because you are creating your own self-portrait after a visit to the the new Inspiring Impressionism exhibit! Register in advance. Free with admission: $14-$20, ages 12 and under free. Ages 12 and under. Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Avenue, Seattle. 206-654-3100. Saturday, Aug. 9, 10 a.m.-noon
 
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great deal Summer clothes sale!

That sweet spot in West Seattle, smallclothes, is having a summer clothes blowout! Check out this charming resale boutique this Saturday, Aug. 9, and save 30 percent on kids' summer clothes.

Visit between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. for a unique chance to see the BabyLegs Fall '08 Organic Collection. 206-923-2222, 3236 California Ave. S.W., Seattle.

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baby legs Free BabyLegs!

Aw, heck, we love BabyLegs so much, and so do you! We've even seen you moms wearing them on your arms! Why resist the cuteness?

Kick off a new addiction - or just feed your existing beast - with a free BabyLegs gift pack. Email us your mailing address - be sure to put "babylegs" in the subject line. 

 
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