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You shall be my squishy.
Want eight good reasons to hit the zoo with your squirmy things this week? Read on! Plus, sow a row at the garden show...and catch a little live Pooh. Tons o'fun: click here.
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Wood You?
That's just the way it is in fairy tales: You set out to sell your cow and wind up eaten by a wolf. It's all so Grimm...but shouldn't be missed! Catch Into the Woods, a Tony-winning musical, put on by local teen actors with professional sets and costumes. $9-$11; all ages. Everett Performing Arts Center, 2710 Wetmore Ave., Everett. 425-257-8600. Feb. 15-24: Fridays, Saturdays 7:30 p.m.; Sundays 2 p.m.
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Armazons
I want to hold your hand, hand, hand, hand, hand....suction cups never look so fetching as they do during
Octopus Week. So much cephalopod, so little time! Giant Pacific octopus releases on Feb. 16, daily octopus feedings and talks, crafts for the kids, and a chance to watch divers swimming with an octopus. Plus...the riveting 8th annual octopus census! Free with admission. All ages. Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle . 206-386-4300. Saturday, Feb. 16-Saturday, Feb. 23, events at various times (check schedule by clicking on the link).
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Park It
Goggle once more at the super-cool sculptures, and then have a little arty fun with the kids at the Olympic Sculpture Park's PACCAR Pavilion. Art class is free, but register online. Ages 3-12 and caregiver. 206-654-3121. Saturday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m.-noon.
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First String
Emo puppet sez: "I dance because I care." The famous Cashore Marionette troupe uses illusions to demonstrate the joys and sorrows of everyday life. This is a "thoughtful" performance - meaning best for kids ages 8 and older. $10-$19. Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Ave., Kirkland. 425-893-9900. Saturday, Feb. 16, 2 p.m.
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Disney On Down
Oh, yeah! It's like money in the bank at nap time. A few tickets to this show and you are Best. Parent. Ever. Playhouse Disney Live! on Tour features all those little TV friends -- the Little Einsteins, Handy Manny, Tigger and Pooh -- onstage and bigger than life. Get ready for crazy preschool noodle dancing. All ages. At Key Arena on Saturday, Feb. 16, 12:30 p.m. ($18-$45), or Everett Events Center , Sunday, Feb. 17, noon, 3 p.m. ($19-$46).
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Go with the Hoe
Roam the rows of this giant garden show with your little buds, then head to Sproutopia! for mad green-thumb fun for kids - including bugs and bats and treasure hunts. Check out the Children's Gardens and the Funky Junk exhibit, and prowl the vendor booths. And psst, parents, two words: free childcare. Adult $13-19, youth (6-17) $3, children under 5 free. All ages. Washington State Convention Center in downtown Seattle. Wednesday, Feb. 20-Saturday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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American Girl Gala
...those three little words are guaranteed to thrill your little Kit or Samantha fan - and bring hope and help to a family in need. The American Girl Fashion Show is a fundraiser for Children's Hospital - and features a fab dolly-n-me style show, lunch, door prizes, and goody bags. $55. This event sells out quickly. Ages 4 and older. At Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue. Saturday, Mar. 1, 10 a.m., 2 and 6 p.m.; Sunday Mar. 2, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. |
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