Engineering Fair and Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest
Seattle Area
Engineering Fair. Learn about opportunities in engineering careers from representatives from the local chapters of national engineering societies, several university engineering departments and student clubs. Grades K through 12 and parents. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Popsicle Stick Bridge Contest. Watch local teams of high school students build bridges that are judged, then tested to failure with a hydraulic press. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $13 active military, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Love ‘em or Leave ‘em
Seattle Area
5K run/walk, one of the largest Valentine’s Day Dash events in America, includes a kids’ dash. 8 a.m. registration. $30 to $40, free kids’ dash (youth T-shirt $10).
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-729-9972.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 AM.
Green Lake Park
7201 E. Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.valentinesdaydash.com. Northwest Flower & Garden Show
Seattle Area
Preview spring with display gardens (theme: “A Floral Symphony”), vendor marketplace, speakers, kids’ treasure hunt and The PlayGarden (hands-on projects and entertainment for kids). Food available. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 8-11, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 12. $20 ($16 if purchased by Feb. 7), $10 half day (after 3 p.m. or 2 p.m. Sun.), $5 ages 12 to 17, free ages 11 and younger.
ROCKIN’ ROBIN FOR LITTLE SPROUTS
The show’s popular PlayGarden that debuted last year returns with the theme of “Rockin’ Robin” and we’re chirping for joy with the musical acts that will be appearing daily on the Sprout Stage.
Caspar Babypants is better known as Chris Ballew, the twice Grammy-nominated songwriter and lead singer for the four times platinum rock and roll band The Presidents of the United States of America. As his alter ego, Caspar Babypants, he makes high quality, thoughtful, simple, acoustic sing along songs for parents and kids of all ages to enjoy together. (10:30 a.m. Feb. 8-12)
Your Imaginary Friend is…
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-756-2121.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Washington State Convention and Trade Center
800 Convention Place
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.gardenshow.com. Polar Plunge
Seattle Area
Help support local Special Olympics athletes by collecting pledges and plunging into frigid waters. 9 a.m. registration, noon plunge. $50 minimum in pledges/donations.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:00 AM.
South Lake Union Park
1000 Westlake Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit seattleplunge2012.kintera.org. Point Defiance Valentine’s Day
South Sound
The animals at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium receive special Valentine treats and toys called enrichment from their keepers. Included with admission. $14.50, $13.50 seniors, $12.50 ages 5 to 12, $8.25 ages 3 to 4, discounts for Pierce County residents.
Type of Animal Event: Zoo Events. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-591-5337.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 9:30 AM – 4:00 PM.
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
5400 N. Pearl St.
Tacoma WA 98407.
For more info visit www.pdza.org. Tales & Trails: Little Tykes (ages 0-3)
Seattle Area
Come on an adventure of reading and the outdoors. Introduce your child to nature with story time in our upstairs classroom. Explore the trails in Seward Park right outside our doors. Tales & Trails occurs regularly on Wednesdays and alternating Saturdays.
Newborn to age 3. 10 to 11 a.m. Saturdays Feb. 11 and 25. $2 per person.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-652-2444. Email: jmanson@audubon.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Seward Park Audubon Center
5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit sewardpark.audubon.org. Valentine’s Enrichment for the Animals
Seattle Area
Woodland Park Zoo’s animals receive special Valentine’s Day treats like herbal bouquets, heart-shaped steaks, ice pops and more. See the schedule below. Included with admission. $11.75, $9.75 seniors, $8.50 ages 3 to 12, free ages 2 and younger.
Jaguar 10:00
Otters 10:30
Siamangs 10:30
Golden lion tamarins 11:00
Orangutans 11:00
Lemurs 11:15
Turkey vulture 11:15
Wolves 11:30
Willawong Station 11:30
Sloth bears 11:30
Anoa 11:45
Pigs 1:00
Goats 1:15
Gorillas 1:20
Meerkats 1:30
Penguins 1:30…
Type of Animal Event: Zoo Events. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-548-2500.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Woodland Park Zoo
601 N. 59th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.zoo.org. Family Birdwalk
Eastside
Enjoy an easy stroll on paved paths and boardwalks to discover the winter waterfowl of the Lake Washington shoreline. A perfect Saturday morning outing with kids and grandparents. Meet at 10:00 at the information kiosk, dress for weather and bring your binoculars.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-576-8805. Email: office@eastsideaudubon.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Juanita Bay Park
2201 Market St.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.eastsideaudubon.org. Green Kirkland Rocks with Pearl Jam
Eastside
Join Green Kirkland Partnership and Forterra at Crestwoods Park in Kirkland to help mitigate the impact of Pearl Jam’s 2009 world tour. Volunteers will plant hundreds of trees and remove invasive blackberry plants. Pearl Jam fans are strongly encouraged to join this family-friendly event. There will be Pearl Jam trivia and volunteers can win cool swag donated by the band.
Tools, gloves, and water provided.
Bring LUNCH and (optionally) your favorite gloves and a water bottle.
Dress for the weather and wear layers.
Suitable for adults, teens and families. Minors under the age of 14 years must be accompanied by an adult. Youth 14 to 17 years should be accompanied by an adult, or bring a signed waiver form, or a parent/guardian to sign you in.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: Yes.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Crestwoods Park
1818 Sixth St.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.forterra.org. Winter Wildlife – Local Area Walk
Eastside
Learn all about your wild neighbors on a nature walk with a park ranger in Coal Creek Park.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-452-7225.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Red Town Trailhead
7336 Lakemont Blvd S.E.
Bellevue WA 98027.
For more info visit www.bellevuewa.gov. Northwest Model Hobby Expo
North Sound
Vendors, displays, fun fly area ($5 to $20, pre-register), indoor flying demonstrations, simulated tank battles, model sailboat races and more. 2 to 8 p.m. Feb. 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 11, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 12. $12 Fri. $10 Sat. $7 Sun. $5 military, free ages 9 and younger with adult.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-696-4344.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Evergreen State Fairgrounds
14405 179th Ave. S.E.
Monroe WA 98272.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Dental Health Activities and Screenings
South Sound
To celebrate Dental Health Month, there will be dental health screenings, special activities and take-home projects at the Hands On Children’s Museum. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 4-25. Included with admission. $7.95, $6.95 seniors, $5.95 toddlers.
Feb. 4: Silly Smiles Masks.
Feb. 11: Make a Tooth Fairy.
Feb. 18: Egg-speriment - the effects of test brushing teeth.
Feb. 25: Dental Floss Painting.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-956-0818 ext. 0.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Hands On Children’s Museum
106 11th Ave. S.W.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit www.hocm.org. Winter Wonderland Family Nature Walk
South Sound
Explore Tacoma Parks during this seasonal naturalist-led family walks. Discover the amazing plants and animals that live in these parks and how they adapt in the different seasons. Not recommended for strollers or children younger than age 3. Pre-registration requested.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 253-591-6439. Email: tnc@tacomaparks.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Wapato Hills
6231 S. Wapato St.
Tacoma WA 98409.
For more info visit www.tacomanaturecenter.org. Kindiependent Concert
Seattle Area
Kids’ entertainment from Johnny Bregar and his talented Country Dawgs. $6, $12 family.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM.
Mount Baker Community Clubhouse
2811 Mt. Rainier Drive
Seattle WA 98144.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Saturday Stories
Seattle Area
Stories and activities that celebrate gardens, plants and nature. Ages 3 to 8 and their families.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-543-0415.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM.
Elisabeth C. Miller Library
Center for Urban Horticulture
3501 N.E. 41st St.
Seattle WA 98105.
For more info visit depts.washington.edu. Valentine Train
North Sound
Ride Lake Whatcom Railway’s vintage passenger train, pulled by a diesel locomotive. 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. $20, $35 per couple, $10 ages 2 to 17, free younger than age 2. Limited seating. Advance tickets from Lake Whatcom Railway, P.O. Box 91, Acme, WA 98220. Include check, self-addressed stamped envelope, phone number, preferred time and number of adults and children attending. 1-1/2 hour ride leaves the terminal at Wickersham, 10 miles north of Sedro Wooley, on State Highway 9.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 360-595-2218.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Lake Whatcom Railway
Wickersham WA.
For more info visit www.lakewhatcomrailway.com. 20th Anniversary Celebration of the Federal Way Library
South Sound
The Federal Way Library is 20 years old! Celebrate with treats and many fun activities!
Enjoy the Rodney the Shark Puppet Show presented by Rowbes Puppet Productions.
The Longest Birthday Card and Timeline-when did YOU first come to the library?
Library history, photos and memories!
Door prizes!
Meet the Federal Way Historical Society.
Speakers will include Federal Way Mayor Skip Priest, Fire Commissioner Bill Gates, Library Manager Donna McMillen and KCLS Director Bill Ptacek.
Cost: FREE. Age recommendation: All ages. Phone: 253-838-3668. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Federal Way Library
34200 First Way S.
Federal Way WA 98003.
For more info visit www.kcls.org. Rocket to the Moon!
Seattle Area
Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Saturn V - the rocket that took United States astronauts to the moon. Then make your own model of this famous spacecraft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-26. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Tales & Trails: Preschoolers
Seattle Area
Come on an adventure of reading and the outdoors. Introduce your child to nature with story time in our upstairs classroom. Explore the trails in Seward Park right outside our doors. Tales & Trails occurs regularly on alternating Saturdays.
Ages 4 to 5. 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 11 and 25. $2 per person.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-652-2444. Email: jmanson@audubon.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Seward Park Audubon Center
5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit sewardpark.audubon.org. The Not-Its!
Seattle Area
Music for the whole family from the rockin’ Seattle kids’ band. $7.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-417-4645.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Shoreline Community College's Campus Theater
16101 Greenwood Ave. N. Bldg. 1600, Shoreline WA 98133.
For more info visit www.shorelinearts.net. Crafts for Kids
Eastside
Every Saturday, Lakeshore Learning Store offers FREE crafts for kids ages 3 and older.
1/21/12
Anchors Aweigh! Floating Boat
Description:
Set sail for fun & adventure—with a spectacular, kid-crafted boat that actually floats!
1/28/12
Groundhog Puppet
Description:
Enjoy the changing seasons…with a cute-as-can-be groundhog puppet kids will love to make & play with!
2/4/12
Design-Your-Own Notebook
Description:
Kids design a cool, flip-open book they’ll be proud to draw & write in!
2/11/12
Be Mine! Valentine Mailbox
Description:
Receiving Valentines is double the fun…with a heart-shaped mailbox to collect them in!
2/18/12
My Little Log Cabin
Description:
Presidents’ Day is extra-special…with a log-cabin collage kids will love to make!
2/25/12
Super-Silly Storybook Character
Description:
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s upcoming birthday…with a super-silly stick puppet designed by you!
3/3/12
Designer Mirror
Description:
Kids design & decorate a fanciful mirror with sparkling g…
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Lakeshore Learning
11027 N.E. Fourth St.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.lakeshorelearning.com. Kids’ Cove Concert
Eastside
Enjoy free family-friendly concerts 11 a.m. second Saturdays Jan. 14 through Aug. 11.
Jan. 14: Caspar Babypants
Feb. 11: Linda Severt's Juggletunes
March 10: Eric Ode
April 14: Nancy Stewart
May 12: Brian Vogan
June 9: Recess Monkey
July 14: Johnny Bregar
Aug. 11: Rowbes.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Bellevue Square Center Court
N.E. Eighth St. and 100th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.bellevuecollection.com. The Frog Prince
Eastside
StoryBook Theater’s interactive musical country-western version of the amphibian tale. Ages 3 to 10. 11 a.m. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-12. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Reading With Rover
North Sound
Read to a therapy dog at Barnes and Noble.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-771-2220.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Barnes and Noble
19401 Alderwood Mall Pkwy.
Lynnwood WA 98036.
For more info visit www.readingwithrover.org. BULA!
South Sound
Activities, entertainment, food, kids’ cultural activities, Hot Hula sessions and more. Features Asia and the Pacific Islands, with this year’s focus being the island of Fiji.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-383-3900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Tacoma Dome Exhibition Hall
2727 E. D St.
Tacoma WA 98421.
For more info visit www.asiapacificculturalcenter.org. Don Quixote
Seattle Area
This popular classical story ballet features lush sets and costumes, a rousing score and technical feats. Activities for children and families, including crafts and dance classes, begin one hour before all matinee performances. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-12, plus 7 p.m. Feb. 12. $28 to $168. See FAQ about kids at the ballet at www.pnb.org/Community/PNBKids/FAQ.aspx.
Don Quixote is the largest production in Pacific Northwest Ballet’s history. The production originally cost Dutch National Ballet $3 million to build, and will cost PNB $860,000 to premiere. Other factoids:
· Don Q is so expansive that it requires 2,200 square feet of dancing space on stage; most of PNB’s story ballets require just 1,700 – 1,800 square feet.
· Eight shipping containers were required to transport the elaborate sets and costumes from Amsterdam to Seattle.
· More lumber and other building materials were used to construct the ballet than were used to creat…
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-2424.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pnb.org. Dr. Seuss's 75 Years of Imagination
Seattle Area
Be part of the fun with Dr. Seuss!
Help us celebrate 75 years of imagination as your whole family participates in activities that celebrate all things Dr. Seuss:
• View episodes of The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!
• Cat in the Hat costume character
• Parade
• Decorate your own Parade hat
• Dr. Seuss Activity Booklets
• Bookmark Coloring Activity
• Book Readings
• Goody Bags (while supplies last)
• Prizes and more!
Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-362-4778.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Northgate Mall, Ben Bridge Court
401 N.E. Northgate Way
Seattle WA 98125.
Lil Diggers Playtime - Special Session
Seattle Area
Come enjoy our indoor beach sandbox, even when it's raining outside! Check online for special hours. $6.
Regular Times: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-624-2899. Email: info@sandboxsports.net.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Sandbox Sports Seattle
5955 Airport Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit sandboxsports.net. Nature’s Wonders Guided Nature Walk
Seattle Area
Our naturalists will help bring the park alive for you with walks to the eagles nest, through the old growth forest, and along the water’s edge. Hopefully the winter weather is beautiful so come enjoy an afternoon in the old growth forest with an Audubon naturalist and enjoy the lushness and color of our beautiful forest and lake. Ages 5 and older.
Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-652-2444. Email: jmanson@audubon.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Seward Park Audubon Center
5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Rocket to the Moon!
Seattle Area
Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Saturn V - the rocket that took United States astronauts to the moon. Then make your own model of this famous spacecraft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-26. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Seattle Area
There's only one individual who knows the true story about one wolf, three houses and three little pigs: Alexander T. Wolf. In this revealing no-squealing adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book, A. Wolf has a chance to tell his side of the story. Performed by Paul Mesner Puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 11-19. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Northwest Puppet Center
9123 15th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Valentine's Day Ice Cream Social
Seattle Area
Andy Crow plays the Wurlitzer organ at Kenyon Hall, followed by "Organized Open Console" - bring your music and put your name on the play list (three songs or 10 minutes). Create your own ice cream sundae at the "Topping Table." $12 to $15, free ages 16 and younger, pre-register by Feb. 9 (if phoning, leave message with number in your party).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-525-7859. Email: barbara@pstos.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Kenyon Hall
7904 35th Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98126.
For more info visit www.pstos.org. The Frog Prince
Eastside
StoryBook Theater’s interactive musical country-western version of the amphibian tale. Ages 3 to 10. 11 a.m. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-12. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Ugandan Orphans Choir
North Sound
Traditional Ugandan drumming, singing and high-energy dancing. Included with admission. $7.95, free ages 1 and younger.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-258-1006.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Imagine Children's Museum
1502 Wall St.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.imaginecm.org. Family Day: Mi Amore
South Sound
Create a personalized photo frame to display pictures of loved ones. Included with admission. $12, $10 seniors, military and students, $5 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger, $36 family.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 866-468-7386.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Museum of Glass
1801 Dock St.
Tacoma WA 98402.
For more info visit www.museumofglass.org. Phantom Tollbooth
South Sound
In the lands beyond the Phantom Tollbooth, Milo befriends a Watchdog named Tock, and together they encounter a host of other strange and wonderful characters brought to life by Olympia Family Theater’s youth only cast and crew. Ages 7 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-19. $16, $13 seniors, military and students, $9 ages 12 and younger, all tickets by donation Feb. 9.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-570-1638.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington St. S.E.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit olyft.org. Valentine Train
North Sound
Ride Lake Whatcom Railway’s vintage passenger train, pulled by a diesel locomotive. 10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m. $20, $35 per couple, $10 ages 2 to 17, free younger than age 2. Limited seating. Advance tickets from Lake Whatcom Railway, P.O. Box 91, Acme, WA 98220. Include check, self-addressed stamped envelope, phone number, preferred time and number of adults and children attending. 1-1/2 hour ride leaves the terminal at Wickersham, 10 miles north of Sedro Wooley, on State Highway 9.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 360-595-2218.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Lake Whatcom Railway
Wickersham WA.
For more info visit www.lakewhatcomrailway.com. Annie, Jr.
Seattle Area
Shortened and condensed version of the musical Annie, performed by students from Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre. Grades K through 4. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, noon and 5 pm Sundays through Feb. 12. $12.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Broadway Performance Hall
1625 Broadway
Seattle WA 98102.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Hamlet
Seattle Area
Shakespeare's classic, performed by high school actors from Seattle Public Theater's Youth Program. 2 p.m. Saturdays, 7 p.m. Sundays Feb. 4-12.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-524-1300. Email: admin@seattlepublictheater.org.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Bathhouse on Greenlake
7312 West Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.seattlepublictheater.org. Hamlet
Seattle Area
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-524-1300.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Bathhouse on Greenlake
7312 West Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.seattlepublictheater.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. The Flying Karamazov Brothers
Seattle Area
These pranksters dance, prance, pun, dunce, sing, aspire, perspire and mesmerize their way through an evening of reinvention. The Seattle favorites juggle everything. Bring an object (heavier than an ounce, less than 10 pounds and no bigger than a breadbox) for The Challenge (a juggling feat), and bring grandma and the kids, who will all savor this saucy dish of laughter and levity. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 1 and 5 p.m. Sundays Feb. 2-12. $35, $28 seniors, $20 ages 25 and younger, $15 students, $5 Teen Tix.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
ACT Theatre
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. Auntie Lena’s African Stories
Eastside
Auntie Lena and her friend Possum are back to tell more African stories. Performed by Thistle Theatre using the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3 to 12. 2 and 4 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $9, $8 children and seniors.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-524-3388.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theater
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.thistletheatre.org. Hairspray
Eastside
Outrageous hit Broadway musical takes place in 1960s Baltimore and stars young actors from Youth Theatre Northwest. Ages 9 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 27 through Feb. 12. $13 to $15.
Hairspray delighted audiences by sweeping them away to 1960s Baltimore, where the ‘50s are out -- and change is in the air. Loveable plus-size heroine, Tracy Turnblad, has a passion for dancing, and wins a spot on the local TV dance program, "The Corny Collins Show." Overnight she finds herself transformed from outsider to teen celebrity. Can a larger-than-life adolescent manage to vanquish the program's reigning princess, integrate the television show, and find true love (singing and dancing all the while, of course!) without mussing her hair?
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-232-4145 ext. 109.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Youth Theatre Northwest
8805 S.E. 40th
Mercer Island WA 98040.
For more info visit www.youththeatre.org. Nature Walk
Eastside
Explore Mercer Slough Nature Park with a park ranger. 2 to 3 p.m. Saturdays.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-452-2565.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Mercer Slough Nature Park Visitor Center
1625 118th Ave. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.myparksandrecreation.com. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. My Gym 5 Year Anniversary Party
South Sound
Join My Gym Kent/Covington in celebrating our 5 year anniversary! We are hosting a 3 day Open House full of games, relays, puppets, gymnastics, play time and great deals on classes and parties! Great for kids 0-13 years!
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Phone: 253-315-4411. Email: mygymjackie@gmail.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
My Gym
24030 132nd Ave. S.E.
Kent WA 98042.
For more info visit www.mygymfun.com. Reflections on Ice
South Sound
Professionally choreographed figure skating show features local talent and up and coming stars. 4 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Feb. 12. $12 to $18.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-798-4000.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Sprinker Recreation Center
14824 C St. S.
Tacoma WA 98444.
For more info visit www.co.pierce.wa.us. Monkey Magic
Eastside
Colorful collection of Chinese folk tales dramatized in story-theatre form, performed in the traditional Chinese style and enhanced by mime and music. Ages 5 and older. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10-11, 2:30 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $14, $12 seniors and youth.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-827-3123.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 2:30 PM.
Studio East Mainstage Theater
11730 118th Ave N.E. Ste 100
Kirkland WA 98034.
For more info visit www.studio-east.org. The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Seattle Area
There's only one individual who knows the true story about one wolf, three houses and three little pigs: Alexander T. Wolf. In this revealing no-squealing adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book, A. Wolf has a chance to tell his side of the story. Performed by Paul Mesner Puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 11-19. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Northwest Puppet Center
9123 15th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Frog Prince
Eastside
StoryBook Theater’s interactive musical country-western version of the amphibian tale. Ages 3 to 10. 11 a.m. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-12. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Auntie Lena’s African Stories
Eastside
Auntie Lena and her friend Possum are back to tell more African stories. Performed by Thistle Theatre using the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3 to 12. 2 and 4 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $9, $8 children and seniors.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-524-3388.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 4:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theater
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.thistletheatre.org. Star Party
Seattle Area
Dress in warm clothes to view celestial objects through instruments provided by Seattle Astronomical Society. Dusk at two locations, event canceled if rain or cloud cover.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-523-2787.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:00 PM.
North shore of Green Lake
West of Bathhouse Theatre
7312 W. Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.seattleastro.org. Star Party
Seattle Area
Dress in warm clothes to view celestial objects through instruments provided by Seattle Astronomical Society. Dusk at two locations, event canceled if rain or cloud cover.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-523-2787.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Paramount School Park
15500 Eighth Ave. N.E.
Shoreline WA 98155.
For more info visit www.seattleastro.org. Family Valentine's Dance
Eastside
Moms & Dads; bring your daughters and sons to Samena’s Valentine’s Dance. Dress up and enjoy a night of dancing, laughing and fun. We will have crafts, games and appetizers for all. $15 to $20 per couple, $10 additional guest.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 425-746-1160. Email: info@samena.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:15 PM – 7:00 PM.
Samena Swim & Recreation Club
15231 Lake Hills Blvd.
Bellevue WA 98007.
Parents’ Night Out
Seattle Area
Supervised activities for ages 5 to 12 at Pacific Science Center include exhibit exploration, science demonstrations, and a hands-on science workshop, dinner included. $30 to $40.
Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-443-2925.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 5:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit pacificsciencecenter.org. Parents’ Night Out
South Sound
Themed adventure includes craft, pizza dinner and creative play for age 4 to 10 with independent bathroom skills. $25 to $30, $20 to $25 sibling.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 360-956-0818 ext. 0.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Hands On Children’s Museum
106 11th Ave. S.W.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit www.hocm.org. Daddy Daughter Dance
North Sound
Wear your party best to this Valentine-themed dance. $25, $6 additional daughter.
Grandpas, big brothers and other trusted male role models are welcome as escorts, too.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 425-257-8300 ext. 2.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Forest Park Floral Hall
802 E. Mukilteo Blvd.
Everett WA 98203.
For more info visit www.ci.everett.wa.us. Daughter’s Night Out
South Sound
Dress up for a night out with music, dessert and more. $20 per couple, $5 additional person.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 253-835-6900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Federal Way Community Center
876 S. 333rd St.
Federal Way WA 98003.
For more info visit www.itallhappenshere.org. Annie, Jr.
Seattle Area
Shortened and condensed version of the musical Annie, performed by students from Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre. Grades K through 4. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, noon and 5 pm Sundays through Feb. 12. $12.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Broadway Performance Hall
1625 Broadway
Seattle WA 98102.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Table Tennis Showcase and Exhibition
Seattle Area
Seattle Pacific Table Tennis Club and Green Lake Table Tennis Center present the Table Tennis Showcase and Exhibition. The event will feature 60 local students and six professional athletes from China. Spectators will get to see how the students train, from the youngest to the most advanced. The highlight of the evening will be an exhibition by the six Chinese professionals. These phenomenal players will put on a show full of lightning smashes, sky-high lobs, sizzling chops, and unbelievable athleticism.
A limited number of free tickets are available for spectators. For more information, please call 425-644-7833 or email ttshowcasedebuts@gmail.com.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: Yes.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Green Lake Community Center
7201 E. Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.glttc.org. Father-Daughter Valentine Dance
Eastside
Dance and refreshments for girls grades 1 to 5 and their dads. $20 per couple.
Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 425-837-3300.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Issaquah Community Center
301 Rainier Blvd. S.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.ci.issaquah.wa.us. Float In Movie Night!
Eastside
Join us to watch a movie from the pool. Bring your pool floats, grab the kids, your friends, and neighbors and come for a night of floating in the water while watching a movie on the big screen. $8, $24 family.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-746-1160. Email: info@samena.com.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Samena Swim & Recreation Club
15231 Lake Hills Blvd.
Bellevue WA 98007.
Hairspray
Eastside
Outrageous hit Broadway musical takes place in 1960s Baltimore and stars young actors from Youth Theatre Northwest. Ages 9 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 27 through Feb. 12. $13 to $15.
Hairspray delighted audiences by sweeping them away to 1960s Baltimore, where the ‘50s are out -- and change is in the air. Loveable plus-size heroine, Tracy Turnblad, has a passion for dancing, and wins a spot on the local TV dance program, "The Corny Collins Show." Overnight she finds herself transformed from outsider to teen celebrity. Can a larger-than-life adolescent manage to vanquish the program's reigning princess, integrate the television show, and find true love (singing and dancing all the while, of course!) without mussing her hair?
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-232-4145 ext. 109.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Youth Theatre Northwest
8805 S.E. 40th
Mercer Island WA 98040.
For more info visit www.youththeatre.org. A Chorus Line
Seattle Area
PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 10 through March 4, plus 7:30 p.m. March 1.
A Chorus Line follows a group of desperate to work actor/dancers through their audition experience for a spot on the synchronized dance chorus of an upcoming Broadway production. Ironically, Director Zach uses the audition to mine each of their very unique personal events that shaped their lives as dancers.
The show is a historical piece as well. Written from the experiences of real dancers on Broadway in 1974, it is filled with several pop cultural references of the time. This was a different era, where skeletons were locked securely in closets, and there was no social media to reveal one’s secrets. The social revelations in A Chorus Line were ground breaking in their day. The themes, however, are timeless, as the experiences of Cassie, Paul, and Mark and the others of “the line” leaves the audience with a deeper understanding of overcoming pain and fear in our search to experience what we…
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-363-2809.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Seattle Musical Theatre
Magnuson Park
7120 62nd Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.seattlemusicaltheatre.org. All Through the Night
Seattle Area
This play sweeps through the lives of German gentile women from their teen years to adulthood during the holocaust, and the aftermath. Ages 13 and older. Various dates and times Jan. 18 through Feb. 12. $32, $29 seniors, $10 ages 24 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-938-0339.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
ArtsWest
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98116.
For more info visit www.artswest.org. Don Quixote
Seattle Area
This popular classical story ballet features lush sets and costumes, a rousing score and technical feats. Activities for children and families, including crafts and dance classes, begin one hour before all matinee performances. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-12, plus 7 p.m. Feb. 12. $28 to $168. See FAQ about kids at the ballet at www.pnb.org/Community/PNBKids/FAQ.aspx.
Don Quixote is the largest production in Pacific Northwest Ballet’s history. The production originally cost Dutch National Ballet $3 million to build, and will cost PNB $860,000 to premiere. Other factoids:
· Don Q is so expansive that it requires 2,200 square feet of dancing space on stage; most of PNB’s story ballets require just 1,700 – 1,800 square feet.
· Eight shipping containers were required to transport the elaborate sets and costumes from Amsterdam to Seattle.
· More lumber and other building materials were used to construct the ballet than were used to creat…
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-2424.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pnb.org. Prairie Nocturne
Seattle Area
Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 7 through March 4, plus 2 p.m. March 3. $22 to $44, pay-what-you-will Feb. 7 and 8.
Set in 1924, Ivan Doig's novel encompasses historical milestones and events of the late 19th- and early 20th-century that shape the lives of three characters: from immigration, Montana’s early statehood, the evolving culture of the American West, to World War I, Suffragism and racism.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-216-0833.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Book-It Repertory Theatre
Center House Theatre
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.book-it.org. The Flying Karamazov Brothers
Seattle Area
These pranksters dance, prance, pun, dunce, sing, aspire, perspire and mesmerize their way through an evening of reinvention. The Seattle favorites juggle everything. Bring an object (heavier than an ounce, less than 10 pounds and no bigger than a breadbox) for The Challenge (a juggling feat), and bring grandma and the kids, who will all savor this saucy dish of laughter and levity. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 1 and 5 p.m. Sundays Feb. 2-12. $35, $28 seniors, $20 ages 25 and younger, $15 students, $5 Teen Tix.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
ACT Theatre
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. Monkey Magic
Eastside
Colorful collection of Chinese folk tales dramatized in story-theatre form, performed in the traditional Chinese style and enhanced by mime and music. Ages 5 and older. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10-11, 2:30 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $14, $12 seniors and youth.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-827-3123.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Studio East Mainstage Theater
11730 118th Ave N.E. Ste 100
Kirkland WA 98034.
For more info visit www.studio-east.org. Hometown Hootenanny
North Sound
Annual bluegrass show featuring high-energy, toe-tapping bluegrass music from Northern Departure and Runaway Train. The show also features "old-timey" acoustic music with the Canote Brothers and the unique ragtime sounds of the Beehive Juggernauts. $15, $12 students, seniors and military, $5 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-258-6766.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
The Historic Everett Theatre
2911 Colby Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.everetttheatre.org. Reflections on Ice
South Sound
Professionally choreographed figure skating show features local talent and up and coming stars. 4 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Feb. 12. $12 to $18.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-798-4000.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Sprinker Recreation Center
14824 C St. S.
Tacoma WA 98444.
For more info visit www.co.pierce.wa.us. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Pictures at an Exhibition
Seattle Area
Wyckoff Masterworks Season concerts are part of the Seattle Symphony’s new Family Connections program, which offers free companion tickets for up to two children between the ages of 8 and 18, when accompanied by a paying adult. Companion tickets are available by phone or in person through the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office in Benaroya Hall, beginning three weeks prior to the concert. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9, noon Feb. 10, 8 p.m. Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Feb. 12. $17 to $115, free ages 8 to 18 when accompanied by paying adult (passes required).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Sound Off!
Seattle Area
Experience Music Project’s annual underage battle of the local bands. Semifinals Feb. 11, 18 and 25, final round March 3, 8 p.m. doors open 7 p.m. $12, $8 students.
2012 SOUND OFF! FINALS LIVE PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
SEMIFINAL ROUND ONE - Saturday, February 11 at EMP’s Level 3
• The Autonomics: Portland, OR – indie rock
• The Deep Wake: Bainbridge Island, WA – folk
• Dungeon Science: Tacoma, WA – garage/surf rock
• The Unibroz: Seattle, WA – electronic/hip hop
SEMIFINAL ROUND TWO - Saturday, February 18 at EMP’s Level 3
• Ulrich: Spokane, WA – shoegaze
• Brothers From Another: Seattle, WA – hip hop
• Honora: Seattle, WA – folk
• Nude: Spokane, WA – dream pop
SEMIFINAL ROUND THREE - Saturday, February 25 at EMP’s Level 3
• Cassiopeia: Bellingham, WA – folk pop
• Feet: Seattle, WA – indie rock
• Special Explosion: Bellevue, WA – indie rock
• Your Rival: Portland, OR – power pop
FINAL ROUND - Saturday, March 3 at EMP’s Sky Church
The winning bands from the three semifinal rounds, plu…
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 877-367-7361.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Experience Music Project
325 Fifth Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.empsfm.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Saturday, February 11, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Northwest Flower & Garden Show
Seattle Area
Preview spring with display gardens (theme: “A Floral Symphony”), vendor marketplace, speakers, kids’ treasure hunt and The PlayGarden (hands-on projects and entertainment for kids). Food available. 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Feb. 8-11, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Feb. 12. $20 ($16 if purchased by Feb. 7), $10 half day (after 3 p.m. or 2 p.m. Sun.), $5 ages 12 to 17, free ages 11 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-756-2121.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Washington State Convention and Trade Center
800 Convention Place
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.gardenshow.com. Seattle Bike Swap
Seattle Area
Great deals on new and used bikes and bike-related goods. $5, free ages 15 and younger, everyone free 1 to 2 p.m. Bring cash or checks.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-769-6575.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Seattle Center Exhibition Hall
225 Mercer St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.cascade.org. 4-H Rabbit & Cavy Show
Eastside
View hundreds of rabbits and Guinea pigs of all types. Largest show in King County. Food available.
Type of Animal Event: Pet Events. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Pickering Barn
1730 10th Ave. N.W.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.erc4h.org. Chinese New Year Celebration
Eastside
Make Chinese dragon puppets, sample traditional "good luck" foods, listen to a special story about how the Chinese zodiac animals were chosen, and take New Year-themed mini language classes in Mandarin. Ages 10 and younger. FREE, reservations recommended.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Phone: 206-227-7138. Email: info@spongeschool.com.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Sponge
13219 N.E. 20th St. Suite 203
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.spongeschool.com. Northwest Model Hobby Expo
North Sound
Vendors, displays, fun fly area ($5 to $20, pre-register), indoor flying demonstrations, simulated tank battles, model sailboat races and more. 2 to 8 p.m. Feb. 10, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 11, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 12. $12 Fri. $10 Sat. $7 Sun. $5 military, free ages 9 and younger with adult.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-696-4344.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Evergreen State Fairgrounds
14405 179th Ave. S.E.
Monroe WA 98272.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Rocket to the Moon!
Seattle Area
Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Saturn V - the rocket that took United States astronauts to the moon. Then make your own model of this famous spacecraft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-26. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. The Frog Prince
Eastside
StoryBook Theater’s interactive musical country-western version of the amphibian tale. Ages 3 to 10. 11 a.m. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-12. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. My Gym 5 Year Anniversary Party
South Sound
Join My Gym Kent/Covington in celebrating our 5 year anniversary! We are hosting a 3 day Open House full of games, relays, puppets, gymnastics, play time and great deals on classes and parties! Great for kids 0-13 years!
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Phone: 253-315-4411. Email: mygymjackie@gmail.com.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
My Gym
24030 132nd Ave. S.E.
Kent WA 98042.
For more info visit www.mygymfun.com. Annie, Jr.
Seattle Area
Shortened and condensed version of the musical Annie, performed by students from Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre. Grades K through 4. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, noon and 5 pm Sundays through Feb. 12. $12.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 12:00 PM.
Broadway Performance Hall
1625 Broadway
Seattle WA 98102.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Don Quixote
Seattle Area
This popular classical story ballet features lush sets and costumes, a rousing score and technical feats. Activities for children and families, including crafts and dance classes, begin one hour before all matinee performances. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-12, plus 7 p.m. Feb. 12. $28 to $168. See FAQ about kids at the ballet at www.pnb.org/Community/PNBKids/FAQ.aspx.
Don Quixote is the largest production in Pacific Northwest Ballet’s history. The production originally cost Dutch National Ballet $3 million to build, and will cost PNB $860,000 to premiere. Other factoids:
· Don Q is so expansive that it requires 2,200 square feet of dancing space on stage; most of PNB’s story ballets require just 1,700 – 1,800 square feet.
· Eight shipping containers were required to transport the elaborate sets and costumes from Amsterdam to Seattle.
· More lumber and other building materials were used to construct the ballet than were used to creat…
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-2424.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pnb.org. Rocket to the Moon!
Seattle Area
Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Saturn V - the rocket that took United States astronauts to the moon. Then make your own model of this famous spacecraft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-26. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. The Flying Karamazov Brothers
Seattle Area
These pranksters dance, prance, pun, dunce, sing, aspire, perspire and mesmerize their way through an evening of reinvention. The Seattle favorites juggle everything. Bring an object (heavier than an ounce, less than 10 pounds and no bigger than a breadbox) for The Challenge (a juggling feat), and bring grandma and the kids, who will all savor this saucy dish of laughter and levity. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 1 and 5 p.m. Sundays Feb. 2-12. $35, $28 seniors, $20 ages 25 and younger, $15 students, $5 Teen Tix.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM.
ACT Theatre
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Seattle Area
There's only one individual who knows the true story about one wolf, three houses and three little pigs: Alexander T. Wolf. In this revealing no-squealing adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book, A. Wolf has a chance to tell his side of the story. Performed by Paul Mesner Puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 11-19. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Northwest Puppet Center
9123 15th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. The Frog Prince
Eastside
StoryBook Theater’s interactive musical country-western version of the amphibian tale. Ages 3 to 10. 11 a.m. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-12. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Phantom Tollbooth
South Sound
In the lands beyond the Phantom Tollbooth, Milo befriends a Watchdog named Tock, and together they encounter a host of other strange and wonderful characters brought to life by Olympia Family Theater’s youth only cast and crew. Ages 7 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-19. $16, $13 seniors, military and students, $9 ages 12 and younger, all tickets by donation Feb. 9.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-570-1638.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington St. S.E.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit olyft.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 1:30 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. A Chorus Line
Seattle Area
PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 10 through March 4, plus 7:30 p.m. March 1.
A Chorus Line follows a group of desperate to work actor/dancers through their audition experience for a spot on the synchronized dance chorus of an upcoming Broadway production. Ironically, Director Zach uses the audition to mine each of their very unique personal events that shaped their lives as dancers.
The show is a historical piece as well. Written from the experiences of real dancers on Broadway in 1974, it is filled with several pop cultural references of the time. This was a different era, where skeletons were locked securely in closets, and there was no social media to reveal one’s secrets. The social revelations in A Chorus Line were ground breaking in their day. The themes, however, are timeless, as the experiences of Cassie, Paul, and Mark and the others of “the line” leaves the audience with a deeper understanding of overcoming pain and fear in our search to experience what we…
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-363-2809.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Seattle Musical Theatre
Magnuson Park
7120 62nd Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.seattlemusicaltheatre.org. Bike Tune-Ups
Seattle Area
Is your bike out of commission? Bring it to DubSea Bikes at the White Center Food Bank. This free event will focus on minor repairs only to get more bikes on the street in White Center and beyond. More complex jobs may be referred out to a full bike shop.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-860-1432. Email: elliep@uw.edu.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
White Center Food Bank
10829 Eighth Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98146.
Pictures at an Exhibition
Seattle Area
Wyckoff Masterworks Season concerts are part of the Seattle Symphony’s new Family Connections program, which offers free companion tickets for up to two children between the ages of 8 and 18, when accompanied by a paying adult. Companion tickets are available by phone or in person through the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office in Benaroya Hall, beginning three weeks prior to the concert. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 9, noon Feb. 10, 8 p.m. Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Feb. 12. $17 to $115, free ages 8 to 18 when accompanied by paying adult (passes required).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Prairie Nocturne
Seattle Area
Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 7 through March 4, plus 2 p.m. March 3. $22 to $44, pay-what-you-will Feb. 7 and 8.
Set in 1924, Ivan Doig's novel encompasses historical milestones and events of the late 19th- and early 20th-century that shape the lives of three characters: from immigration, Montana’s early statehood, the evolving culture of the American West, to World War I, Suffragism and racism.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-216-0833.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Book-It Repertory Theatre
Center House Theatre
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.book-it.org. Auntie Lena’s African Stories
Eastside
Auntie Lena and her friend Possum are back to tell more African stories. Performed by Thistle Theatre using the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3 to 12. 2 and 4 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $9, $8 children and seniors.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-524-3388.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theater
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.thistletheatre.org. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. Hairspray
Eastside
Outrageous hit Broadway musical takes place in 1960s Baltimore and stars young actors from Youth Theatre Northwest. Ages 9 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 27 through Feb. 12. $13 to $15.
Hairspray delighted audiences by sweeping them away to 1960s Baltimore, where the ‘50s are out -- and change is in the air. Loveable plus-size heroine, Tracy Turnblad, has a passion for dancing, and wins a spot on the local TV dance program, "The Corny Collins Show." Overnight she finds herself transformed from outsider to teen celebrity. Can a larger-than-life adolescent manage to vanquish the program's reigning princess, integrate the television show, and find true love (singing and dancing all the while, of course!) without mussing her hair?
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-232-4145 ext. 109.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Youth Theatre Northwest
8805 S.E. 40th
Mercer Island WA 98040.
For more info visit www.youththeatre.org. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Lily’s Crossing
North Sound
Heartfelt historical drama set during World War II, based on the Newbery Honor book by Patricia Reilly Giff. Production by ArtsPower. Grades 3 and higher. $15.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-257-8600.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Pied Piper Presents
Everett Performing Arts Center
2710 Wetmore Ave.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Reflections on Ice
South Sound
Professionally choreographed figure skating show features local talent and up and coming stars. 4 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Feb. 11, 2 p.m. Feb. 12. $12 to $18.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-798-4000.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Sprinker Recreation Center
14824 C St. S.
Tacoma WA 98444.
For more info visit www.co.pierce.wa.us. Monkey Magic
Eastside
Colorful collection of Chinese folk tales dramatized in story-theatre form, performed in the traditional Chinese style and enhanced by mime and music. Ages 5 and older. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10-11, 2:30 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $14, $12 seniors and youth.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-827-3123.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 2:30 PM.
Studio East Mainstage Theater
11730 118th Ave N.E. Ste 100
Kirkland WA 98034.
For more info visit www.studio-east.org. All Through the Night
Seattle Area
This play sweeps through the lives of German gentile women from their teen years to adulthood during the holocaust, and the aftermath. Ages 13 and older. Various dates and times Jan. 18 through Feb. 12. $32, $29 seniors, $10 ages 24 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-938-0339.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM.
ArtsWest
4711 California Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98116.
For more info visit www.artswest.org. The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Seattle Area
There's only one individual who knows the true story about one wolf, three houses and three little pigs: Alexander T. Wolf. In this revealing no-squealing adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book, A. Wolf has a chance to tell his side of the story. Performed by Paul Mesner Puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 11-19. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Northwest Puppet Center
9123 15th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. The Frog Prince
Eastside
StoryBook Theater’s interactive musical country-western version of the amphibian tale. Ages 3 to 10. 11 a.m. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-12. $10.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-893-9900.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Kirkland Performance Center
350 Kirkland Ave.
Kirkland WA 98033.
For more info visit www.kpcenter.org. Galumpha
South Sound
Three performers form shapes that defy gravity with stunning acrobatics. $15 to $29.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-291-7593.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Pantages Theater
901 Broadway
Tacoma WA.
For more info visit www.broadwaycenter.org. Images of China
Farther Afield
Dragon Art Studio presents an all-ages show featuring the ancient art of rod puppetry. The show includes five vignettes, based on Chinese traditional (and sometimes not so traditional) tales. $10, $25 for family of up to 4, $5 additional family member, limited seating.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-855-4650.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 3:00 PM.
IslandWood
4450 Blakely Ave. N.E.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
For more info visit bainbridgemandarinlc.net. Auntie Lena’s African Stories
Eastside
Auntie Lena and her friend Possum are back to tell more African stories. Performed by Thistle Theatre using the Bunraku style of puppetry. Ages 3 to 12. 2 and 4 p.m. Feb. 11-12. $9, $8 children and seniors.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-524-3388.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 4:00 PM.
Bellevue Youth Theater
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.thistletheatre.org. Annie, Jr.
Seattle Area
Shortened and condensed version of the musical Annie, performed by students from Broadway Bound Children’s Theatre. Grades K through 4. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 2 and 7 p.m. Saturdays, noon and 5 pm Sundays through Feb. 12. $12.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Broadway Performance Hall
1625 Broadway
Seattle WA 98102.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. The Flying Karamazov Brothers
Seattle Area
These pranksters dance, prance, pun, dunce, sing, aspire, perspire and mesmerize their way through an evening of reinvention. The Seattle favorites juggle everything. Bring an object (heavier than an ounce, less than 10 pounds and no bigger than a breadbox) for The Challenge (a juggling feat), and bring grandma and the kids, who will all savor this saucy dish of laughter and levity. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Fridays, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturdays, 1 and 5 p.m. Sundays Feb. 2-12. $35, $28 seniors, $20 ages 25 and younger, $15 students, $5 Teen Tix.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 5:00 PM.
ACT Theatre
700 Union St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.acttheatre.org. Don Quixote
Seattle Area
This popular classical story ballet features lush sets and costumes, a rousing score and technical feats. Activities for children and families, including crafts and dance classes, begin one hour before all matinee performances. 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-12, plus 7 p.m. Feb. 12. $28 to $168. See FAQ about kids at the ballet at www.pnb.org/Community/PNBKids/FAQ.aspx.
Don Quixote is the largest production in Pacific Northwest Ballet’s history. The production originally cost Dutch National Ballet $3 million to build, and will cost PNB $860,000 to premiere. Other factoids:
· Don Q is so expansive that it requires 2,200 square feet of dancing space on stage; most of PNB’s story ballets require just 1,700 – 1,800 square feet.
· Eight shipping containers were required to transport the elaborate sets and costumes from Amsterdam to Seattle.
· More lumber and other building materials were used to construct the ballet than were used to creat…
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-441-2424.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Pacific Northwest Ballet
McCaw Hall
321 Mercer St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.pnb.org. Hamlet
Seattle Area
Shakespeare's classic, performed by high school actors from Seattle Public Theater's Youth Program. 2 p.m. Saturdays, 7 p.m. Sundays Feb. 4-12.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-524-1300. Email: admin@seattlepublictheater.org.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Bathhouse on Greenlake
7312 West Green Lake Drive N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.seattlepublictheater.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Sunday, February 12, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Toddler Time
Seattle Area
Hands-on activities for ages 5 and younger with an adult. 9:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 6, 7 and 13. Included with admission. $19, $12 ages 4 to 12, free ages 3 and younger.
Type of Animal Event: Aquarium Events. Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-386-4300.
Monday, February 13, 2012, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM.
Seattle Aquarium, Pier 59
1483 Alaskan Way
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattleaquarium.org. Masterpiece Mondays
Eastside
A fun drop-in to expose your child to a variety of different art mediums. Create a special art project each week to take home. Activities vary from painting, collage, mosaics, etc... Ages 3 and older. $2 supply fee.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-453-8959. Email: info@bellevueartandframe.com.
Monday, February 13, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:45 AM.
Bellevue Art and Frame
13131 N.E. 20th St.
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.bellevuartandframe.com. Bird Walk
South Sound
Find out which of our avian friends call the Adriana Hess Wetland Park their home on a guided walk through the park. Please call for more information.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-565-9278. Email: tnc@tacomaparks.com.
Monday, February 13, 2012, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Adriana Hess Wetland Park
2917 Morrison Road W.
University Place WA 98466.
For more info visit www.tahomaaudubon.org. Kids Co. Play and Learn
Seattle Area
Come play and learn with us! Snack is included and an outside play area is available. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver - come for all or just part of the time! This group is facilitated in both Spanish and English.
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups are organized play groups for young children and the people who take care of them – grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters, parents and other family members and friends. At Kaleidoscope Play & Learn, children and caregivers take part in play activities that support children’s early learning. They also get a chance to meet new friends, hear more about other early learning and family support programs in their neighborhood, and to get out of the house and have fun. Caregivers also learn more about child development and what they can do at home to support the healthy growth and learning of the children in their care.
Find other groups all over Seattle and beyond at http://www.childcare.org/ffn-care/play-and-learn-groups.asp.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-633-0333. Email: debet@kidscompany.org.
Monday, February 13, 2012, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Kids Co. at McDonald
4400 Interlake Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.kidscompany.org. Toddler Indoor Play Gym
Seattle Area
Does your child need to burn off some energy? Join us for Toddler Indoor Gym! We have a variety of toys for toddlers. Your child will learn social skills, develop hand-eye coordination, and make new friends. A parent or responsible caregiver (18 or older) must be present at all times. $3. No program on city holidays.
Age recommendation: Toddler. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-684-7422. Email: lakema.bell@seattle.gov.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98126.
For more info visit www.seattle.gov. Indoor Playground
Eastside
Indoor Playground drop-in Program for ages 1 to 5 plus parent. Children play while adults stay and supervise. Riding toys, balls, basketball hoops, play kitchen, play workbench, strollers, wagon, and dolls. Lots of room to run and play. $3 fee per child each visit. Open: Tuesdays (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Wednesdays (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), Thursdays (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Pay at the door, no pre-registration. FALL Session Sept 13 through Dec 22; WINTER Session Jan 10 through March 29. No Indoor Playground during the summer.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 4255873350. Email: tharrison@kirklandwa.gov.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
North Kirkland Community Center
12421 103rd Ave. N.E.
Kirkland WA 98034.
For more info visit www.ci.kirkland.wa.us. Valentine’s Day Tea Party
Seattle Area
Join the fairies at Moonpaper Tent for dress-up, adventure, tea, snacks, and crafts. Ages 4 and older. $25 per child. Parents welcome to stay or leave.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-708-6741.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Moonpaper Tent
918 N.E. 64th St.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.moonpapertent.org. Family Valentine’s Party and Dance
North Sound
Dancing, photos, games, crafts, food and more. FREE, bring a non-perishable food donation.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-263-8180.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 5:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Rosehill Community Center
304 Lincoln Ave.
Mukilteo WA 98275.
For more info visit www.ci.mukilteo.wa.us. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:30 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Tuesday, February 14, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. Kids Co. Play and Learn
Seattle Area
Come play and learn with us! Snack is included and an outside play area is available. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver - come for all or just part of the time!
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups are organized play groups for young children and the people who take care of them – grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters, parents and other family members and friends. At Kaleidoscope Play & Learn, children and caregivers take part in play activities that support children’s early learning. They also get a chance to meet new friends, hear more about other early learning and family support programs in their neighborhood, and to get out of the house and have fun. Caregivers also learn more about child development and what they can do at home to support the healthy growth and learning of the children in their care.
Find other groups all over Seattle and beyond at http://www.childcare.org/ffn-care/play-and-learn-groups.asp.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-725-8000. Email: debet@kidscompany.org.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kids Co. at South Shore
4800 Henderson
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit www.kidscompany.org. Play Group
Seattle Area
Join us for indoor play groups on Wednesday mornings. Free play, story time, crafts, games. Call if you have questions or need directions.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-723-1301. Email: rbfcinfo@atlanticstreet.org.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Rainier Beach Family Center
4730 32nd Ave. S.
Seattle WA 98118.
Polly-Glots Spanish Story Time
Seattle Area
Story time in a bank? This place is more like a community space - you'll love it. Come hang out! Free coffee, cookies and juice, plus loads of car and stroller parking.
Polly-Glots hosts FREE weekly story times for all ages at 10am in the Queen Anne Umpqua Bank. Check out www.polly-glots.com for our story time schedule.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM.
Queen Anne Umpqua Bank
1630 Queen Anne Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
Tales & Trails: Little Tykes
Seattle Area
Come on an adventure of reading and the outdoors. Introduce your child to nature with story time in our upstairs classroom. Explore the trails in Seward Park right outside our doors. Tales & Trails occurs regularly on Wednesdays and alternating Saturdays.
Newborn to age 3. 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesdays Feb. 1-29. $2 per person.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-652-2444. Email: jmanson@audubon.org.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Seward Park Audubon Center
5902 Lake Washington Blvd. S.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit sewardpark.audubon.org. Indoor Playground
Eastside
Indoor Playground drop-in Program for ages 1 to 5 plus parent. Children play while adults stay and supervise. Riding toys, balls, basketball hoops, play kitchen, play workbench, strollers, wagon, and dolls. Lots of room to run and play. $3 fee per child each visit. Open: Tuesdays (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Wednesdays (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), Thursdays (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Pay at the door, no pre-registration. FALL Session Sept 13 through Dec 22; WINTER Session Jan 10 through March 29. No Indoor Playground during the summer.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 4255873350. Email: tharrison@kirklandwa.gov.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
North Kirkland Community Center
12421 103rd Ave. N.E.
Kirkland WA 98034.
For more info visit www.ci.kirkland.wa.us. Play & Learn
Eastside
Songs, stories, art and games for ages 2 to 5 with adult. 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays.
Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-644-1111.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM.
Crossroads Bellevue
15600 N.E. Eighth St.
Bellevue WA 98008.
For more info visit www.crossroadsbellevue.com. Reading with Rover
North Sound
Read to a therapy dog at Mountlake Terrace Library.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-776-8722.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Mountlake Terrace Library
23300 58th Ave. W.
Mountlake Terrace WA.
For more info visit www.readingwithrover.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:30 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Prairie Nocturne
Seattle Area
Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 7 through March 4, plus 2 p.m. March 3. $22 to $44, pay-what-you-will Feb. 7 and 8.
Set in 1924, Ivan Doig's novel encompasses historical milestones and events of the late 19th- and early 20th-century that shape the lives of three characters: from immigration, Montana’s early statehood, the evolving culture of the American West, to World War I, Suffragism and racism.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-216-0833.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Book-It Repertory Theatre
Center House Theatre
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.book-it.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. New Shanghai Circus
South Sound
Acrobats, jugglers and contortionists bring more than 2,000 years of Chinese circus traditions to the stage. $35, $30 seniors, $20 youth.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-856-5051.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Kentwood Performing Arts Center
25800 164th Ave. S.E.
Covington WA 98042.
For more info visit www.kentarts.com.. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Kids Co. Play and Learn
Seattle Area
Come play and learn with us! Snack is included and an outside play area is available. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver - come for all or just part of the time!
Kaleidoscope Play & Learn groups are organized play groups for young children and the people who take care of them – grandparents, aunts and uncles, brothers and sisters, parents and other family members and friends. At Kaleidoscope Play & Learn, children and caregivers take part in play activities that support children’s early learning. They also get a chance to meet new friends, hear more about other early learning and family support programs in their neighborhood, and to get out of the house and have fun. Caregivers also learn more about child development and what they can do at home to support the healthy growth and learning of the children in their care.
Find other groups all over Seattle and beyond at http://www.childcare.org/ffn-care/play-and-learn-groups.asp.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-725-3540. Email: debet@kidscompany.org.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM.
Kids Co. at Graham Hill
5149 S. Graham St.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit www.kidscompany.org. Toddler Indoor Play Gym
Seattle Area
Does your child need to burn off some energy? Join us for Toddler Indoor Gym! We have a variety of toys for toddlers. Your child will learn social skills, develop hand-eye coordination, and make new friends. A parent or responsible caregiver (18 or older) must be present at all times. $3. No program on city holidays.
Age recommendation: Toddler. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-684-7422. Email: lakema.bell@seattle.gov.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
High Point Community Center
6920 34th Ave. S.W.
Seattle WA 98126.
For more info visit www.seattle.gov. Indoor Playground
Eastside
Indoor Playground drop-in Program for ages 1 to 5 plus parent. Children play while adults stay and supervise. Riding toys, balls, basketball hoops, play kitchen, play workbench, strollers, wagon, and dolls. Lots of room to run and play. $3 fee per child each visit. Open: Tuesdays (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.), Wednesdays (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), Thursdays (10 a.m. to 1 p.m.). Pay at the door, no pre-registration. FALL Session Sept 13 through Dec 22; WINTER Session Jan 10 through March 29. No Indoor Playground during the summer.
Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 4255873350. Email: tharrison@kirklandwa.gov.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
North Kirkland Community Center
12421 103rd Ave. N.E.
Kirkland WA 98034.
For more info visit www.ci.kirkland.wa.us. Thursday Special
North Sound
Imagine Children's Museum is half price 3 to 5 p.m. Thursdays. No groups or field trips.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-258-1006.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Imagine Children's Museum
1502 Wall St.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.imaginecm.org. Third Thursday Artwalk
South Sound
Visit Tacoma’s downtown galleries. FREE, includes the Museum of Glass, Washington State History Museum (free 2 to 8 p.m.) and Tacoma Art Museum. South 23rd and “A” Street to Sixth and Fawcett, Tacoma.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-272-4327.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Downtown Tacoma WA.
For more info visit www.artwalktacoma.com. Phantom Tollbooth
South Sound
In the lands beyond the Phantom Tollbooth, Milo befriends a Watchdog named Tock, and together they encounter a host of other strange and wonderful characters brought to life by Olympia Family Theater’s youth only cast and crew. Ages 7 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-19. $16, $13 seniors, military and students, $9 ages 12 and younger, all tickets by donation Feb. 9.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-570-1638.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington St. S.E.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit olyft.org. Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 2
Seattle Area
Wyckoff Masterworks Season concerts are part of the Seattle Symphony’s new Family Connections program, which offers free companion tickets for up to two children between the ages of 8 and 18, when accompanied by a paying adult. Companion tickets are available by phone or in person through the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office in Benaroya Hall, beginning three weeks prior to the concert. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16, 8 p.m. Feb. 18. $17 to $115, free ages 8 to 18 when accompanied by paying adult (tickets required).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Prairie Nocturne
Seattle Area
Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 7 through March 4, plus 2 p.m. March 3. $22 to $44, pay-what-you-will Feb. 7 and 8.
Set in 1924, Ivan Doig's novel encompasses historical milestones and events of the late 19th- and early 20th-century that shape the lives of three characters: from immigration, Montana’s early statehood, the evolving culture of the American West, to World War I, Suffragism and racism.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-216-0833.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Book-It Repertory Theatre
Center House Theatre
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.book-it.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Thursday, February 16, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 9:30 AM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Paint Me a Story
Eastside
Painting and story time together! Join us for this popular story time and painting activity. For every six visits receive a free Golden Book. Ages 2 and older.
Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-453-8959. Email: info@bellevueartandframe.com.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Bellevue Art and Frame
13131 N.E. 20th St.
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.bellevuartandframe.com. Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 10:30 AM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Dental Health Workshop
Eastside
A local dentist talks about tools dentists use, dental hygiene and more. 11 a.m. to noon Fridays Feb. 10-17. Included with admission. $8, $7 seniors, free younger than age 1.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-637-8100.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
KidsQuest Children’s Museum
Factoria Mall
4091 Factoria Blvd. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98006.
For more info visit www.kidsquestmuseum.org. Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 11:30 AM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Toothapalooza
North Sound
Visit the dentist at the museum. Local dentists will be performing
mini teeth exams. Practice brushing away plaque using a toothbrush and a hard boiled egg.
Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-258-1006. Email: info@imagineCM.org.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Imagine Children's Museum
1502 Wall St.
Everett WA 98201.
For more info visit www.imaginecm.org. Friday Night Out
North Sound
Fun-filled toy room, healthy snack and stories. Come in pajamas. Ages 1 to 9. 6 to 9 p.m. Fridays Feb. 3-24. $26, $20 sibling.
Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-771-0230.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Frances Anderson Center
700 Main St.
Edmonds WA 98020.
For more info visit www.ci.edmonds.wa.us. Phantom Tollbooth
South Sound
In the lands beyond the Phantom Tollbooth, Milo befriends a Watchdog named Tock, and together they encounter a host of other strange and wonderful characters brought to life by Olympia Family Theater’s youth only cast and crew. Ages 7 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-19. $16, $13 seniors, military and students, $9 ages 12 and younger, all tickets by donation Feb. 9.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-570-1638.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:00 PM.
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington St. S.E.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit olyft.org. A Chorus Line
Seattle Area
PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 10 through March 4, plus 7:30 p.m. March 1.
A Chorus Line follows a group of desperate to work actor/dancers through their audition experience for a spot on the synchronized dance chorus of an upcoming Broadway production. Ironically, Director Zach uses the audition to mine each of their very unique personal events that shaped their lives as dancers.
The show is a historical piece as well. Written from the experiences of real dancers on Broadway in 1974, it is filled with several pop cultural references of the time. This was a different era, where skeletons were locked securely in closets, and there was no social media to reveal one’s secrets. The social revelations in A Chorus Line were ground breaking in their day. The themes, however, are timeless, as the experiences of Cassie, Paul, and Mark and the others of “the line” leaves the audience with a deeper understanding of overcoming pain and fear in our search to experience what we…
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-363-2809.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Seattle Musical Theatre
Magnuson Park
7120 62nd Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.seattlemusicaltheatre.org. Prairie Nocturne
Seattle Area
Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 7 through March 4, plus 2 p.m. March 3. $22 to $44, pay-what-you-will Feb. 7 and 8.
Set in 1924, Ivan Doig's novel encompasses historical milestones and events of the late 19th- and early 20th-century that shape the lives of three characters: from immigration, Montana’s early statehood, the evolving culture of the American West, to World War I, Suffragism and racism.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-216-0833.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Book-It Repertory Theatre
Center House Theatre
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.book-it.org. Open Mic Night
North Sound
Take the microphone at Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater. Songs, instruments, skits and jokes – anything family-friendly is welcome. 7:30 to 11 p.m. Fridays. Suggested donation $5, $3 performers.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-568-9412.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 7:30 PM – 11:00 PM.
Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater
1211 Fourth St.
Snohomish WA 98290.
For more info visit www.thumbnailtheater.com. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. The Young Man from Atlanta
Seattle Area
1995 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama written by Horton Foote. Ages 14 and older. 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays Feb. 17 through March 10. $14 to $22.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-633-1883.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Stone Soup Theatre
4029 Stone Way N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Friday, February 17, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Winter Fiddle Festival & Barn Dances
Farther Afield
February 18-20,
February 18th – Barn Dance
Master musicians Stuart Williams, Sara Comer, Dave Cahn and Sherry Nevins return for three days of fantastic fiddle and guitar workshops, with jamming, band labs, barn dances, calling classes, and winter fun. Space available - great for families and musicians of all ages.
Prices are as follows:
Participants: Tuition includes registration, all classes, jamming, community dance, and the participant dance.
• Students under 16: $100 for the weekend
• Adults 16 and older: $130 for the weekend
Non Participating Guests: For those who want to come hang out, listen to the jamming, maybe take a drop in class, and join the Barn Dances:
Drop in Rates:
Kids under 16: $15
Adults 16 and older: $25 for the weekend.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 509-548-6347. Email: lgrundy@icicle.org.
Saturday, February 18, 2012 – Monday, February 20, 2012.
Icicle Creek Center for the Arts
7409 Icicle Road
Leavenworth WA 98826.
For more info visit www.icicle.org. You Knock My Socks Off
South Sound
5K (9 a.m.) and kids’ dash (8:45 a.m.). $20 to $30, kids’ dash free.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-851-2226.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:45 AM.
6565 Kimball Drive
Gig Harbor WA 98335.
For more info visit www.route16runwalk.com. Bird Banding Demonstration
Seattle Area
Watch as live birds are captured in mist nets, tagged with numbered bands by BirdWatch Student Naturalists, and released.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-523-4483.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Audubon Center, Seward Park
5900 Lake Washington Blvd.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit www.seattleaudubon.org. Beach Clean Up
South Sound
Help tidy the beach at Point Defiance Marina.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 253-591-5325.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Point Defiance Marina
Point Defiance Park
5912 N. Waterfront Drive
Tacoma WA 98407.
For more info visit www.metroparkstacoma.org. Octopus Week
Seattle Area
Activities at Seattle Aquarium include hands-on activities for kids plus daily octopus feeding and talks. Highlights: live video feed of an octopus being released into Elliott Bay (noon Feb. 18 and 25), divers swimming with an octopus (noon Feb. 19, 20, 24 and 26). 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 18-26. Included with admission. $19.95, $13.95 ages 4 to 12, free ages 3 and younger.
Type of Animal Event: Aquarium Events. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-386-4300.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Seattle Aquarium
1483 Alaskan Way
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattleaquarium.org. Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 9:30 AM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Great Backyard Bird Count Super Saturday
Seattle Area
What birds live in your backyard right now? During the 15th Annual Great Back Yard Bird Count you can be part of one of the largest crowd science programs in the world! The GBBC is a great way to share your love of birds with friends and family plus help scientists learn about bird population trends. Enjoy building bird feeders, arts & crafts, and discover fun facts about our winter birds.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-652-2444.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Audubon Center, Seward Park
5900 Lake Washington Blvd.
Seattle WA 98118.
For more info visit sewardpark.audubon.org. Great Backyard Bird Count Super Saturday
Seattle Area
What birds live in your backyard? During the Great Back Yard Bird Count you can be a part of one of the largest citizen science programs in the world. No matter what your skill, kids of all ages will enjoy building bird feeders, making arts & crafts, and learning all about birds!
Age recommendation: Toddler. Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-652-2444. Email: lmorton@audubon.org.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
5902 Lake Washington Blvd S
Seattle, WA 98118.
For more info visit sewardpark.audubon.org. Northwest Scale Modelers Show
Seattle Area
Show features immaculately detailed model aircraft, cars, tanks, trucks, spacecraft and more. Experts on hand to answer questions. Ages 6 and older with adult can build a scale aircraft model. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 18-19. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Fancy Nancy: Bonjour, Butterfly
Eastside
Family-friendly ballet from Evergreen City Ballet. Robin Preiss Glasser, illustrator of the book Fancy Nancy: Bonjour Butterfly, will autograph books. 10 a.m. 1 and 4 p.m. Feb 18-19. $19, $12 ages 2 to 18.
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM.
Meydenbauer Theater
11100 N.E. Sixth St.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.evergreencityballet.org. Dental Health Activities and Screenings
South Sound
To celebrate Dental Health Month, there will be dental health screenings, special activities and take-home projects at the Hands On Children’s Museum. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 4-25. Included with admission. $7.95, $6.95 seniors, $5.95 toddlers.
Feb. 4: Silly Smiles Masks.
Feb. 11: Make a Tooth Fairy.
Feb. 18: Egg-speriment - the effects of test brushing teeth.
Feb. 25: Dental Floss Painting.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-956-0818 ext. 0.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Hands On Children’s Museum
106 11th Ave. S.W.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit www.hocm.org. Kids ‘n’ Critters
South Sound
Nature-themed arts and crafts and trailside encounters with Northwest Trek Wildlife Park's smaller animals. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 18-20. $17, $15.50 seniors, $12 ages 5 to 12, $9 ages 3 to 4, free ages 2 and younger, discounts for military and Pierce County residents.
Type of Animal Event: Zoo Events. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 360-832-6117.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park
11610 Trek Drive E.
Eatonville WA 98328.
For more info visit www.nwtrek.org. Restoration at Ebey’s Landing
Farther Afield
The Nature Conservancy is seeking volunteers willing to work hard for nature when it’s cold and wet. Volunteers will remove invasive weeds and block off unwanted trails along the scenic bluff at Ebey’s Landing. The Robert Pratt Preserve at Ebey’s Landing is one of the Conservancy’s most popular preserves and one of the least disturbed coastal habitats in the state. Rain gear is a must. The Conservancy will provide snacks and gloves. This will be a physically intense but rewarding experience.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-343-4345 ext. 381. Email: julie.edwards@tnc.org.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Ebey's Landing
Whidbey Island WA.
Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:30 AM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Arts Alive!
South Sound
Family entertainment from Goofy Gideon's Magic Show. $3, $5 at the door.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-870-6527.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 10:30 AM.
Des Moines Activity Center
2045 S. 216th St.
Des Moines WA 98198.
For more info visit www.desmoineswa.gov. Reading With Rover
Seattle Area
Read to a therapy dog at Barnes and Noble.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Email: ekbrink@gmail.com.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Barnes and Noble
300 Andover Park W.
Tukwila WA 98188.
For more info visit www.readingwithrover.org. Rocket to the Moon!
Seattle Area
Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Saturn V - the rocket that took United States astronauts to the moon. Then make your own model of this famous spacecraft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-26. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Saturday Family Concert
Seattle Area
THEESatisfaction, the “lo-fi rebel hiphop” duo of Seattle’s Stasia Irons and Catherine Harris-White, has a way with playful rhymes. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. $5, free ages 12 and younger with paying adult, $25 unaccompanied adult, ticket required.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:00 AM.
Town Hall
1119 Eighth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.townhallseattle.org. Crafts for Kids
Eastside
Every Saturday, Lakeshore Learning Store offers FREE crafts for kids ages 3 and older.
1/21/12
Anchors Aweigh! Floating Boat
Description:
Set sail for fun & adventure—with a spectacular, kid-crafted boat that actually floats!
1/28/12
Groundhog Puppet
Description:
Enjoy the changing seasons…with a cute-as-can-be groundhog puppet kids will love to make & play with!
2/4/12
Design-Your-Own Notebook
Description:
Kids design a cool, flip-open book they’ll be proud to draw & write in!
2/11/12
Be Mine! Valentine Mailbox
Description:
Receiving Valentines is double the fun…with a heart-shaped mailbox to collect them in!
2/18/12
My Little Log Cabin
Description:
Presidents’ Day is extra-special…with a log-cabin collage kids will love to make!
2/25/12
Super-Silly Storybook Character
Description:
Celebrate Dr. Seuss’s upcoming birthday…with a super-silly stick puppet designed by you!
3/3/12
Designer Mirror
Description:
Kids design & decorate a fanciful mirror with sparkling g…
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Lakeshore Learning
11027 N.E. Fourth St.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.lakeshorelearning.com. Reading With Rover
North Sound
Read to a therapy dog at Edmonds Library. 11 a.m. to noon Feb. 4 and 18.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-771-1933.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Edmonds Library
650 Main St.
Edmonds WA 98020.
For more info visit www.readingwithrover.org. Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 11:30 AM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T
Seattle Area
Best known for his deliriously creative books, Dr. Seuss co-wrote and designed this underappreciated musical gem. Desiring to play baseball more than practice the piano, 8-year-old Bart falls asleep at the piano and dreams of a fantasy world where his evil piano teacher, Dr. Terwilliger, forces 500 captive boys to practice piano 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Bart is the boys’ only hope of rescue. Noon Feb. 18-19 and 26. $4.
Before the film, we'll have prizes for the best Muchausen-inspired costumes and impressions. Both kids and adults are eligible!
Note: This film is rated PG and may have moments that are frightening to more sensitive children.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 PM.
SIFF Cinema at the Film Center
Seattle Center
Seattle WA.
For more info visit www.siff.net. Louie Foxx Magic Show
North Sound
Visit the Evergreen Branch for “The Reading is Magic Show” filled not just with magic, but also comedy and tons of other entertainment techniques that Louie has learned from books. Some highlights of the show are when the audience:
• Gasps in amazement as Louie's head shrinks!
• Ooh's and Ahh's as Louie balances a 4 foot spoon on his arm!
• and giggles in delight at Louie demonstrates different soap bubble.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-257-8025.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 12:00 PM.
Evergreen Branch Library
9512 Evergreen Way
Everett WA 98204.
For more info visit www.epls.org. Family Fun Day at Wing Luke Museum
Seattle Area
Family Fun Day. Create ink and water color Food Portraits inspired by the exhibit From Fields to Family: Asian Pacific Americans and Food.
The Wing is FREE 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. first Thursdays and third Saturdays.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-623-5124.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Wing Luke Museum
719 S. King St.
Seattle WA 98104.
For more info visit www.wingluke.org. Rocket to the Moon!
Seattle Area
Family Fun Workshop at the Museum of Flight. Learn about the Saturn V - the rocket that took United States astronauts to the moon. Then make your own model of this famous spacecraft. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 4-26. Included with admission. $16, $14 seniors, $9 ages 5 to 17, free ages 4 and younger.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 206-764-5720.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.
Seattle WA 98108.
For more info visit www.museumofflight.org. Sailing the Musical Seas
Seattle Area
Tiny Tots, Seattle Symphony’s series for birth to age 5, featuring Let Your Music Shine with Lisa & Linda. Musical games, stories and songs. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 17, 9:30, 10:30, 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Feb. 18. $12.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Infant. Toddler. Preschool. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Saturday Family Concert
Seattle Area
THEESatisfaction, the “lo-fi rebel hiphop” duo of Seattle’s Stasia Irons and Catherine Harris-White, has a way with playful rhymes. 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. $5, free ages 12 and younger with paying adult, $25 unaccompanied adult, ticket required.
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Town Hall
1119 Eighth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.townhallseattle.org. The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Seattle Area
There's only one individual who knows the true story about one wolf, three houses and three little pigs: Alexander T. Wolf. In this revealing no-squealing adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book, A. Wolf has a chance to tell his side of the story. Performed by Paul Mesner Puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 11-19. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Northwest Puppet Center
9123 15th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Fancy Nancy: Bonjour, Butterfly
Eastside
Family-friendly ballet from Evergreen City Ballet. Robin Preiss Glasser, illustrator of the book Fancy Nancy: Bonjour Butterfly, will autograph books. 10 a.m. 1 and 4 p.m. Feb 18-19. $19, $12 ages 2 to 18.
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Meydenbauer Theater
11100 N.E. Sixth St.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.evergreencityballet.org. Get Crafty Saturdays!
Eastside
Hands-on crafts related to current exhibit at Bellevue Arts Museum. Ages 4 to 12. 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 4, 18 and 25. $2 materials fee, or free with admission. $10, $7 students and seniors, free ages 5 and younger, $25 family.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-519-0770.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Bellevue Arts Museum
510 Bellevue Way N.E.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.bellevuearts.org. Phantom Tollbooth
South Sound
In the lands beyond the Phantom Tollbooth, Milo befriends a Watchdog named Tock, and together they encounter a host of other strange and wonderful characters brought to life by Olympia Family Theater’s youth only cast and crew. Ages 7 and older. 7 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 3-19. $16, $13 seniors, military and students, $9 ages 12 and younger, all tickets by donation Feb. 9.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 360-570-1638.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 1:00 PM.
Washington Center for the Performing Arts
512 Washington St. S.E.
Olympia WA 98501.
For more info visit olyft.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. Nature Walk
Eastside
Explore Mercer Slough Nature Park with a park ranger. 2 to 3 p.m. Saturdays.
Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: FREE. Pre-register: No. Phone: 425-452-2565.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Mercer Slough Nature Park Visitor Center
1625 118th Ave. S.E.
Bellevue WA 98005.
For more info visit www.myparksandrecreation.com. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org. Willy Wonka
South Sound
Roald Dahl’s well-known story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir. Ages 4 and older. 2 and 5 p.m. Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 18-26. $17, $15 seniors, students and military, $12 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-565-6867.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 2:00 PM.
Tacoma Children’s Musical Theater
7116 Sixth Ave.
Tacoma WA 98406.
For more info visit tmp.org. The True Story of the 3 Little Pigs by A. Wolf
Seattle Area
There's only one individual who knows the true story about one wolf, three houses and three little pigs: Alexander T. Wolf. In this revealing no-squealing adaptation of Jon Scieszka's popular book, A. Wolf has a chance to tell his side of the story. Performed by Paul Mesner Puppets. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Visit the puppet museum 30 minutes before or after the performance. 1 and 3 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Feb. 11-19. $10.50, $9 seniors, $8.50 children.
Performance Type: Puppet. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 800-838-3006.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Northwest Puppet Center
9123 15th Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Jungle Book
South Sound
Join your favorite Jungle Book characters and try to catch a tiger by the tail when Missoula Children's Theatre and more than 50 Harbor Heights students present this original musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's classic tale. 3 and 5:30 p.m. $8, $5 students, free ages 5 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-851-7206. Email: starkhj@gmail.com.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 3:00 PM.
Peninsula High School
14105 Purdy Drive N.W.
Gig Harbor WA 98332.
For more info visit www.gigharborguide.com. Fancy Nancy: Bonjour, Butterfly
Eastside
Family-friendly ballet from Evergreen City Ballet. Robin Preiss Glasser, illustrator of the book Fancy Nancy: Bonjour Butterfly, will autograph books. 10 a.m. 1 and 4 p.m. Feb 18-19. $19, $12 ages 2 to 18.
Performance Type: Dance. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 4:00 PM.
Meydenbauer Theater
11100 N.E. Sixth St.
Bellevue WA 98004.
For more info visit www.evergreencityballet.org. Willy Wonka
South Sound
Roald Dahl’s well-known story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir. Ages 4 and older. 2 and 5 p.m. Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 18-26. $17, $15 seniors, students and military, $12 ages 12 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-565-6867.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 5:00 PM.
Tacoma Children’s Musical Theater
7116 Sixth Ave.
Tacoma WA 98406.
For more info visit tmp.org. Parent’s Night Out
Seattle Area
Games, puppet shows, movie, live animal encounter and pizza inside Woodland Park Zoo’s Zoomazium. Ages 4 to 11 (must be potty-trained). $30, $22 sibling.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-548-2500.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Woodland Park Zoo
750 N. 50th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.zoo.org. The Jungle Book
South Sound
Join your favorite Jungle Book characters and try to catch a tiger by the tail when Missoula Children's Theatre and more than 50 Harbor Heights students present this original musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling's classic tale. 3 and 5:30 p.m. $8, $5 students, free ages 5 and younger.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 253-851-7206. Email: starkhj@gmail.com.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 5:30 PM.
Peninsula High School
14105 Purdy Drive N.W.
Gig Harbor WA 98332.
For more info visit www.gigharborguide.com. Kids' Night at the Museum (Aka Parents' Night Out)
Farther Afield
Now, twice the fun each month! On the first Friday and third Saturday, children are invited to KiDiMu for a fun-filled evening of museum playtime, a movie and pizza dinner, while their parents get to enjoy a night out! Recommended ages: 3 1/2 to 10. Participants must be able to use bathroom independently. Registration required by noon the day before. $30 to $40, $10 discount for siblings.
KiDiMu is located within a walking distance from the Seattle-Bainbridge Island ferry terminal.
Age recommendation: Preschool. Elementary School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-855-4650.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Kids Discovery Museum
301 Ravine Lane N.E.
Bainbridge Island WA 98110.
For more info visit www.kidimu.org. A Chorus Line
Seattle Area
PG-13. 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 10 through March 4, plus 7:30 p.m. March 1.
A Chorus Line follows a group of desperate to work actor/dancers through their audition experience for a spot on the synchronized dance chorus of an upcoming Broadway production. Ironically, Director Zach uses the audition to mine each of their very unique personal events that shaped their lives as dancers.
The show is a historical piece as well. Written from the experiences of real dancers on Broadway in 1974, it is filled with several pop cultural references of the time. This was a different era, where skeletons were locked securely in closets, and there was no social media to reveal one’s secrets. The social revelations in A Chorus Line were ground breaking in their day. The themes, however, are timeless, as the experiences of Cassie, Paul, and Mark and the others of “the line” leaves the audience with a deeper understanding of overcoming pain and fear in our search to experience what we…
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-363-2809.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Seattle Musical Theatre
Magnuson Park
7120 62nd Ave. N.E.
Seattle WA 98115.
For more info visit www.seattlemusicaltheatre.org. Prairie Nocturne
Seattle Area
Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Sundays Feb. 7 through March 4, plus 2 p.m. March 3. $22 to $44, pay-what-you-will Feb. 7 and 8.
Set in 1924, Ivan Doig's novel encompasses historical milestones and events of the late 19th- and early 20th-century that shape the lives of three characters: from immigration, Montana’s early statehood, the evolving culture of the American West, to World War I, Suffragism and racism.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-216-0833.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 7:30 PM.
Book-It Repertory Theatre
Center House Theatre
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.book-it.org. Beethoven’s Piano Concerto No. 2
Seattle Area
Wyckoff Masterworks Season concerts are part of the Seattle Symphony’s new Family Connections program, which offers free companion tickets for up to two children between the ages of 8 and 18, when accompanied by a paying adult. Companion tickets are available by phone or in person through the Seattle Symphony Ticket Office in Benaroya Hall, beginning three weeks prior to the concert. 7:30 p.m. Feb. 16, 8 p.m. Feb. 18. $17 to $115, free ages 8 to 18 when accompanied by paying adult (tickets required).
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Pre-register: Yes. Phone: 206-215-4747.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.seattlesymphony.org. Oklahoma!
Seattle Area
Rogers and Hammerstein’s joyous musical, a slice of Americana. Parental guidelines available online (rated PG). Various dates and times through March 4. $29 to $129.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Elementary School. Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-625-1900.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
5th Avenue Theatre
1308 Fifth Ave.
Seattle WA 98101.
For more info visit www.5thavenue.org. Sound Off!
Seattle Area
Experience Music Project’s annual underage battle of the local bands. Semifinals Feb. 11, 18 and 25, final round March 3, 8 p.m. doors open 7 p.m. $12, $8 students.
2012 SOUND OFF! FINALS LIVE PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE:
SEMIFINAL ROUND ONE - Saturday, February 11 at EMP’s Level 3
• The Autonomics: Portland, OR – indie rock
• The Deep Wake: Bainbridge Island, WA – folk
• Dungeon Science: Tacoma, WA – garage/surf rock
• The Unibroz: Seattle, WA – electronic/hip hop
SEMIFINAL ROUND TWO - Saturday, February 18 at EMP’s Level 3
• Ulrich: Spokane, WA – shoegaze
• Brothers From Another: Seattle, WA – hip hop
• Honora: Seattle, WA – folk
• Nude: Spokane, WA – dream pop
SEMIFINAL ROUND THREE - Saturday, February 25 at EMP’s Level 3
• Cassiopeia: Bellingham, WA – folk pop
• Feet: Seattle, WA – indie rock
• Special Explosion: Bellevue, WA – indie rock
• Your Rival: Portland, OR – power pop
FINAL ROUND - Saturday, March 3 at EMP’s Sky Church
The winning bands from the three semifinal rounds, plu…
Performance Type: Music. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 877-367-7361.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Experience Music Project
325 Fifth Ave. N.
Seattle WA 98109.
For more info visit www.empsfm.org. Tartuffe
Seattle Area
Molière’s comic masterpiece, written in 1664, brings us the imposter Tartuffe, a con artist extraordinaire who oozes piety and charm. Will his hypocrisy be discovered before Orgon’s household is turned on its head? This famous farce is a cautionary tale told with lightning-quick wit, complete with star-crossed lovers, a badgering grandma and a plot that could be ripped from the headlines – or a Saturday night comedy show. Ages 12 and older. 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays Feb. 1 through March 3. $22 to $37.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-781-9707.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th St.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.taproottheatre.org. The Young Man from Atlanta
Seattle Area
1995 Pulitzer Prize-winning drama written by Horton Foote. Ages 14 and older. 8 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, 4 p.m. Sundays Feb. 17 through March 10. $14 to $22.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 206-633-1883.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Stone Soup Theatre
4029 Stone Way N.
Seattle WA 98103.
For more info visit www.brownpapertickets.com. Cavalia
Eastside
Acrobatics, dance, aerial artistry and live music with magnificent Appaloosa horses. 8 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays Jan. 24 through Feb. 26. $24.50 to $179.50.
Performance Type: Other Performances. Age recommendation: All ages. Cost: Fee. Phone: 866-999-8111.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Marymoor Park
6046 W. Lake Sammamish Pkwy. N.E.
Redmond WA 98052.
For more info visit unrevedeliberte.cavalia.net. The Odd Couple
Eastside
Neil Simon’s classic comedy about two divorced men – carefree slob Oscar Madison and uptight, fastidious Felix Unger – rooming together. PG-13 (download a Preview Guide online). Family Room available. 8 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays Jan. 18 through Feb. 26, plus 7:30 p.m. selected Tuesdays and 7 p.m. selected Sundays. $22 to $62. Student & Military Rush: ½ price 30 minutes prior to curtain for any available seat.
Performance Type: Theater. Age recommendation: Middle School. High School. Cost: Fee. Phone: 425-392-2202.
Saturday, February 18, 2012, 8:00 PM.
Village Theatre
303 Front St. N.
Issaquah WA 98027.
For more info visit www.villagetheatre.org.