2010 Northwest Women’s Show
March 5 to 7, Qwest Field Event Center, Seattle
This Northwest tradition features 500 exhibits and five stages of fashion, fitness, food, and fun for women.
1000 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle | (206) 831-8000

Everett Home and Gardening Show
March 5 to 7, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, Everett
Shop, compare, and save with special show pricing on all of your home and garden projects.
2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett | (425) 257-7001

Green Elephant Plant Swap
March 6, Episcopal Church of the Holy Cross, Redmond
No plant sales, just exchanges and freebies at the Green Elephant Plant Swap. Expert gardeners share free plants and advice, and for those with no plants to swap, cookies and chocolate work just as well.
10 a.m. | 11526 162nd Avenue NE, Redmond | (425) 223-7249

The Moisture Festival
March 11 to April 3, ACT Theatre, Seattle
The Grand Variete features family-friendly entertainment with acts of skill and daring, including clowns, jugglers, acrobats, and magicians.
$10 to $25 | 700 Union Street, Seattle | (206) 292-7676

Young Playwrights Festival
March 11 to 13, ACT Theatre, Seattle
ACT’s eighth annual festival showcases eight outstanding plays written by local high school students and brought to life by professional actors and directors.
700 Union Street, Seattle | (206) 292-7676

Irish Festival
March 13 to 14, Seattle Center, Seattle
Enjoy Irish tunes and step dancing, participate in Gaelic games, and enjoy Irish movies and cultural exhibits.
305 Harrison Street | (206) 684-7200

Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center’s Rider Showcase
March 16, Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center, Woodinville
Horses are therapists for children and adults with disabilities at the Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center. Meet the horses, tour the facility, and watch demos of Little Bit riders. (Not a fundraising event.)
2 p.m. | RSVP to Emily Roberts by March 11 | 19802 NE 148th Street, Woodinville | (425) 882-1554

Quilters Anonymous Quilt Show
March 19 to 21, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe
A spectacular quilt show featuring contests and a quilt raffle.
14405 179th Avenue Southeast, Monroe | (360) 805-6700

Early Spring Edible Plant Sale
March 20, Magnuson Park, Seattle
Choose from an amazing selection of cool weather plant varieties, as well as perennial edibles and unusual fruiting shrubs and trees.
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. | 7400 Sand Point Way Northeast, Seattle | (206) 684-4946

Whirligig!
March 26 to April 11, Seattle Center, Seattle
Pre-teen kids can glide, slide, and ride on super-sized inflatable rides. Roaming clowns and face painters add to the entertainment.
305 Harrison Street, Seattle | (206) 684-7200

Brazilian Carnival
March 27, Northshore Performing Arts Center, Bothell
This highly energetic performance features beautifully-costumed dancers and athletic capoeira performers.
7:30 p.m. | 18125 92nd Avenue Northeast, Bothell | (425) 408-7997

The Best of the Northwest
March 27 to 28, Magnuson Park, Seattle
The 22nd annual show showcases works by over 100 emerging and established Northwest artists. Shop for glassware, ceramics, jewelry, photography, sculpture, and more.
$7 admission | 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | 7400 Sand Point Way Northeast, Seattle

Northwest Flower and Garden Show
February 3 to 7, Washington State Convention Center, Seattle
Explore six acres of inspiring gardens with thousands of flower varieties, learn from free seminars, and
browse 350 gardening exhibits.
800 Convention Place, Seattle | (206) 694-5000

Cirque Sublime
February 2, ShoWare Center, Kent
February 3, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, Everett
One of Canada’s most sought-after troupes, these world-class athletes and artistic performers create a mesmerizing visual experience.
ShoWare Center: 625 West James Street, Kent | (253) 239-7825
Comcast Arena: 2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett | (425) 257-7001

Boats Afloat Show
January 29 to February 6, South Lake Union Park, Seattle
Climb aboard, kick some anchors, and check out a huge variety of cabin cruisers, sailboats, trawlers, and
yachts.
860 Terry Avenue North, Seattle | (206) 684-7254

Red Wine and Chocolate
February 4 to 14, E.B. Foote Winery, Burien
Enjoy dozens of chocolates along with current and newly-released red wines. Dress warmly and casually, no reservations needed.
$10, applied towards wine purchase | 127-B Southwest 153rd Street, Burien | (206) 242-3852

Seattle RV and Outdoor Recreation Show
February 11 to 14, Qwest Field Event Center, Seattle
Now in its 47th year, this is the largest RV show in Washington state. Compare hundreds of RVs and the
latest in other outdoor recreational equipment.
1000 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle

Lunar New Year Celebration
February 13, Hing Hay Park, Seattle
First-class multicultural entertainment, with Lion and Dragon dancers, taiko drummers, drill teams, and fun
activities for kids.
423 Maynard Avenue South, Seattle | (206) 684-4075

7th Annual Father/Daughter Dance
February 12, Old Redmond Schoolhouse Community Center, Redmond
Enjoy an evening of dancing, music, crafts, and refreshments. For girls aged three to twelve and their
father, uncle, grandfather, or special friend.
6:30 p.m. | $25 per couple | 16600 NE 80th Street,
Redmond | (425) 556-2300

Seattle Home Show
February 20 to 28, Qwest Field Event Center, Seattle
The 66th annual Seattle Home Show features hundreds of displays of home and garden products, free seminars, and more than fifty model kitchens.
1000 Occidental Avenue South, Seattle | (425) 467-0960

CPR and First Aid Training
February 20, Redmond
A traditional Heartsaver CPR and First Aid class. Call to sign up.
8:30 a.m. | $50 | 14681 NE 95th Street, Redmond | (425) 739-0700

The Beard and Stache Dash
February 20, Cherry Street Coffee House, Seattle
Part scavenger hunt and part race, the 25-mile Dash pits man against machine, with prizes for both bicycle and moped riders. Benefits Treehouse and the foster children of King County.
1212 First Avenue, Seattle | (206) 414-8943

Haiti Benefit Concert
February 20, Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland
Join Children of the Revolution for their world-famous blend of Flamenco, Greek, Latin American, Middle
Eastern and Rock music. All profits from this event will benefit relief efforts in Haiti.
8 p.m. | 350 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland | (425) 893-9900

Starlight Beach Walk
February 24, Olympic Beach Visitor Station, Edmonds
Join Edmonds Discovery Programs and Snohomish County Beach Watchers for a low tide beach walk under the stars, followed by hot chocolate at the Visitor Station.
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | 200 West Dayton Street, Edmonds | (425) 771-0227

2010 Sewing and Stitchery Expo
February 25 to 28, Puyallup Fair and Events Center, Puyallup
A show designed to please both experienced and beginner sewers and quilters, with over 400 booths and many seminars to learn from.
110 Ninth Avenue Southwest, Puyallup | (866) 554-8559

Puyallup Home and Garden Show
January 8 to 10, Puyallup Fair and Events Center, Puyallup
A show designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping, and decorating. See hundreds of exhibits and product demonstrations.
110 Ninth Avenue Southwest, Puyallup | (253) 845-1771

Northwest Bridal Showcase
January 9 to 10, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, Everett
This year the Bridal Showcase features over 100 local wedding specialists in every category.
2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett | (425) 257-7001

Family Day at the Museum of Glass
January 9, Museum of Glass, Tacoma
Bring the family for an afternoon of creativity! Create beaded snowflakes, winter-themed sun-catchers, and colorful ornaments.
1 pm to 4 pm | 1801 Dock Street, Tacoma | (253) 396-1768

Seattle Wedding Show
January 16 to 17, Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Seattle
An elaborate extravaganza designed to show couples the best options available when it comes to planning a wedding.
800 Convention Place, Seattle | (206) 694-5000

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
January 18, Seattle Center, Seattle
A full afternoon of awards, activities, and entertainment to honor the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
12 pm to 5 pm | 305 Harrison Street, Seattle | (206) 684-7200

75th Annual Sports Star of the Year Awards
January 19, Benaroya Hall Music Center, Seattle
These awards honor top local professional and amateur sports icons, as well as inspirational youth, best sports media figures, sports executives, and many others.
7:30 pm | 200 University Street, Seattle | (206) 215-4800

28th Annual Bellevue Home Show
January 22 to 24, Meydenbauer Center, Bellevue
Whatever your home remodeling or decorating needs are, this show is sure to provide inspiration and ideas.
11100 Northeast Sixth Street, Bellevue | (425) 637-1020

Seattle Travel Show
January 23 to 24, Seattle Center, Seattle
Over 120 travel companies and 300 travel professionals from around the world fill the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall to showcase the world’s most exotic destinations and great vacation ideas.
305 Harrison Street, Seattle | (206) 684-7200

Washington Sportsmen’s Show
January 27 to 31, Puyallup Fair and Events Center, Puyallup
The fairgrounds will be packed with boats, outfitters, recreational vehicles, field-trial dogs, expert anglers, and the world’s keenest hunters.
110 Ninth Avenue Southwest, Puyallup | (253) 845-1771

Boats Afloat Show
January 29 to February 6, South Lake Union Park, Seattle
Climb aboard, kick some anchors, and check out a huge variety of cabin cruisers, sailboats, trawlers, and yachts.
860 Terry Avenue North, Seattle | (206) 684-7254

Popovich’s Comedy Pet Theater
January 29 to 30, Kirkland Performance Center, Kirkland
This one-of-a-kind indoor circus act features trained dogs, cats, geese, doves, mice, and more.
350 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland | (425) 893-9900

Disney Live! Rockin’ Road Show
January 31, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, Everett
Kids will love watching and singing along as Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, and Donald head off on an adventure and find some great friends to help them out.
2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett | (425) 257-7001

October Fall Harvest Festival
September 26 to November 1, Remlinger Farms, Carnation
Come to the festival for the corn maze, pumpkin patch, a variety of food vendors, and much more.
32610 Northeast 32nd Street, Carnation | (425) 333-4135

Everett Fall Home Show and Go Green Showcase
October 2 to 4, Comcast Arena at Everett Events Center, Everett
This premiere fall event features hundreds of specialized local businesses ready to help you customize, update, or design the home you have always wanted.
2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett | (425) 257-7001

2009 Issaquah Salmon Days Festival
October 3 to 4, Downtown Issaquah
Enjoy the Grande Parade, foods of the world, live entertainment, creative crafts, and celebrate the returning salmon making their way up Issaquah Creek.
125 West Sunset Way, Issaquah | (206) 270-2532

2009 Skagit Valley Festival of Farms
October 3 to 4, Mount Vernon
Explore a variety of Skagit Valley’s farms with plenty of activities for kids, including racing veggie cars, milking an artificial cow, creating art, exploring a corn maze, and pony rides.
Various locations around Mount Vernon | (360) 428-8547

Croatia Fest
October 4, Seattle Center, Seattle
With internationally acclaimed folk dance ensembles, musicians, artists, and intricate costumes, this festival provides a glimpse into the rich Croatian culture.
305 Harrison Street, Seattle | (206) 684-7200

Chick-N-Coop Craft Show
October 9 to 10, Country Village, Bothell
Come enjoy sweets, wood and glass collectibles from the past, and gift ideas from over 50 Northwest crafters.
23714 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell | (425) 483-1042

Willkommen Oktoberfest Northwest
October 9 to 11, Puyallup Fair and Events Center, Puyallup
Celebrate with brats, beer, authentic German treats and entertainment, as well as activities for the entire family.
110 Ninth Avenue Southwest, Puyallup | (253) 845- 1771

45th Annual Wild Mushroom Show
October 17 to 18, Center for Urban Horticulture, Seattle
The Wild Mushroom Exhibit, one of the largest and most complete in the United States, contains over 200 varieties of wild mushrooms. The mushrooms will be displayed, identified, and classified.
3501 Northeast 41st Street, Seattle | (206) 543-8616

Tacoma Holiday Food and Gift Festival
October 21 to 25, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma
With over 600 exhibits and displays, this is one of the largest holiday gift shows! There will be plenty to see and do, including fun entertainment, food sampling, and more.
2727 East D Street, Tacoma | (253) 272-3663

Seattle Weaver’s Guild Annual Sale and Show
October 22, St. Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle
Over 100 member artists of the Guild create unique works of art that range from functional, hand-woven household items to spectacular wearables and jewelry.
1245 10th Avenue East, Seattle | (206) 323-0300

Edmonds Halloween Celebration
October 31, Downtown Edmonds
A trick or treat adventure for all in downtown Edmonds. Join an estimated 5,000 costumed kids, parents, and pets for a fun-filled trek around town to gather treats.
5 p.m. to 7 p.m. | 121 Fifth Avenue N, Edmonds | (425) 775-2525

Evergreen State Fair
August 27 to September 7, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe
The fair is on again in Monroe! There will be rides, food, competitions, farm animals, arts, crafts, and all types of family fun.
14405 179th Avenue Southeast, Monroe | (360) 805-6700

Bumbershoot
September 5 to 7, Seattle Center, Seattle
This year’s entertainment lineup includes The Black Eyed Peas, Sheryl Crow, Modest Mouse, Jason Mraz, Kay Perry, and many others.
305 Harrison Street, Seattle | (206) 684-7200

20th Annual Bremerton Blackberry Festival
September 5 to 7, Waterfront Boardwalk, Bremerton
The Bremerton Blackberry festival will be packed with free entertainment, including musicians and entertainers performing all three days.
2nd Street and Washington Avenue, Bremerton | (360) 377-3041

44th Annual Lighthouse Festival
September 11 to 13, Rosehill Community Center, Mukilteo
With a grand parade, fireworks, children’s activities, art, live entertainment, and food, there will be something for everyone!
304 Lincoln Avenue, Mukilteo | (425) 355-2514

Puget Sound Bird Fest
September 11 to 13, Yost Memorial Park, Edmonds
Residents and visitors will have a chance to observe birds and learn about ways in which habitats for birds and other wildlife can be preserved.
9535 Bowdoin Way, Edmonds| (425) 771-0227

Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
September 13, Seattle Center, Seattle
Featuring live performances of the hula and mele as well as historical exhibits, films, Hawaiian crafts, keiki activities and ono food.
305 Harrison Street, Seattle| (206) 684-7200

Edmonds Classic Car Show
September 13, City of Edmonds
The Edmonds Chamber of Commerce hosts a car show featuring selected awards for sponsor’s choice, the fun award, the community award, and the people’s choice award.
121 5th Avenue North, Edmonds | (425) 775-2525

Corn Maze Opening
September 12 to 13, The South 47 Farm, Redmond
Venture into the corn maze, greet the farm animals, enjoy refreshments, and enjoy live music.
15410 Northeast 124th Street, Redmond | (425) 869-9777

Puyallup Fair
September 11 to 27, Puyallup Fair and Events Center, Puyallup
One of the top ten highest attended fairs in North America, the Puyallup Fair offers grandstand entertainment, livestock contests, youth shows, food booths, and the Extreme Thrill Ride.
110 Ninth Avenue Southwest, Puyallup | (253) 845-1771

Fremont Oktoberfest
September 18 to 20, Fremont Ship Canal, Seattle
Celebrate the beginning of fall with three beer gardens, a huge selection of microbrews, two entertainment stages, a Dog Day, and a dedicated children’s area.
Phinney Avenue North and North 35th Street, Seattle | (206) 633-0422

Chinatown International District Art Walk
September 19, Theatre Off Jackson, Seattle
The indoor and outdoor walk will include works and performances by local artists at various venues throughout the Chinatown International District.
409 Seventh Avenue South, Seattle | (206) 640-1049

Decibel Festival
September 24 to September 27, Seattle
This critically acclaimed multimedia art and music event is dedicated to live electronic performance, visual art, and new media.
701 Pike Street, Seattle | (206) 461-5800

West Coast Sea Kayak Symposium
September 25 to 27, Fort Worden State Park, Port Townsend
The Symposium is a collection of the finest kayak manufacturers, speakers, and instructors, all brought together in one place so paddlers can experience everything that is sea kayaking. For beginner and veteran paddlers alike.
200 Battery Way, Port Townsend | (360) 344-4400

October Fall Harvest Festival
September 26 to November 1, Remlinger Farms, Carnation
Start the day in the Family Fun Park with the Farm Theatre, 4-H petting zoo, and Mini Canoe Adventure. Also explore the pumpkin patch and corn maze while sampling food from various vendors.
31904 Northeast 8th Street, Carnation | (425) 333-4677

Keybank Air Show at Seafair
July 31 to August 2, South Lake Washington, Seattle
The fastest powerboats in the world, Unlimited Hydroplanes, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, fabulous northwest food and a spectacular Saturday evening fireworks show.
Various locations around Lake Washington | (206) 461-5800

Awesome August Celebration
August 1 to 2, Country Village, Bothell
A celebration for kids, with pony rides, games, train rides, face painting and much more.
23714 Bothell-Everett Highway, Bothell | (425) 483-1042

Evergreen Classic Horseshow
August 5 to 9, Remlinger Farms, Carnation
The best horses and riders in the Northwest region compete in hunter/jumper events at Remlinger Farms.
32610 Northeast 32nd St., Carnation | (425) 333-4135

Auburn Good Ol’ Days
August 7 to 9, Auburn
A diverse festival featuring live music, model boats, a car show, and many vendors.
25 West Main Street, Auburn | (253) 931-3043

South Lake Union Block Party
August 7, South Lake Union Discovery Center, Seattle
Summertime fun starts at noon. Enjoy local food, live music, and an outdoor movie.
101 Westlake Avenue North, Seattle | (206) 342-5900

Celebrate Shoreline
August 11 to 16, Ridgecrest Elementary School, Seattle
It’s a birthday party for Shoreline, with a jazz walk, teen skate, a parade, and a sand castle contest.
16516 10th Avenue Northeast, Seattle | (206) 361-4272

Taste of Edmonds
August 14 to 16, Civic Center Playfield, Edmonds
Three days of food and entertainment, with arts and crafts, children’s performers, and beer and wine available for purchase.
Sixth Avenue North and Bell Street, Edmonds | (425) 771-0268

Fresh Paint Festival
August 15 to 16, Arts Council of Snohomish County Gallery, Everett
The Everett Marina Promenade is turned into a sidewalk gallery filled with artists at work. This year the Hot Shop from the Tacoma Museum of Glass will be featured.
1507 Wall Street, Everett | (425) 257-8380

Arts in Nature Festival
August 22 to 23, Camp Long, Seattle
Wandering performers, string quartets, dance troupes, and fire performers expose people to eclectic art in a beautiful natural setting.
5200 35th Avenue Southwest, Seattle | (206) 684-7434

Evergreen State Fair
August 27 to September 7, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe
See the farm animals and enjoy arts and crafts, rides, and great local food.
14405 179th Avenue Southeast, Monroe | (360) 805-6700

Maritime Fest
August 29 to 30, Port of Tacoma
Spend the day on the waterfront taking in boat races, boat building, boat tours and a variety of art and food.
1 Sitcum Way, Tacoma | (253) 383-5841

Riverfest
August 30, Downtown Bothell
A family event that includes a car show, inflatable rides for kids, live music, and crafts for sale.
18305 101st Avenue NE, Bothell | (425) 485-3256

Bellevue Family 4th
July 4, Bellevue Downtown Park, Bellevue
Live entertainment, children’s activities, and a laser light and fireworks display.
Starts at 2 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m. | 10201 Northeast Fourth Street, Bellevue

Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival
July 4 to 5, Center for Wooden Boats, Seattle
A free, old-fashioned waterfront festival with public boat rides, visiting vessels, activities for kids, and family boat building.
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. | 1010 Valley Street, Seattle | (206) 382-2628

Woodinville BluesFest
July 4, Wilmot Gateway Park, Woodinville
The cities of Bothell, Kenmore and Woodinville team up with live blues bands, crafts for kids, and more.
3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. | 17301 131st Avenue Northeast, Woodinville

Arlington Fly-In and Air Show
July 8 to 12, Arlington Airport, Arlington
Fireworks, live entertainment, vintage airplanes, and a hot air balloon glow on Saturday at dusk.
18204 59th Drive Northeast, Arlington

West Seattle Summer Fest
July 10 to 12, West Seattle Farmer’s Market, Seattle
Food courts, a beer garden, dozens of bands and hundreds of merchants are part of the 27th annual celebration.
4301 Southwest Alaska Street, Seattle | (206) 547- 2278

Seafair 2009 Allstate Milk Carton Derby
July 11, Green Lake Park, Seattle
Over 100 creatively designed milk carton boats compete for prizes on Green Lake.
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. | 7201 East Green Lake Drive North, Seattle

4th Annual Poochapalooza
July 11, Totem Middle School Asbery Field, Marysville
Purebreds and mutts alike compete in flyball, disc catching, and dog dancing competitions. Donations go towards the development of the city’s first off-leash dog park.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m. | 1605 7th Street, Marysville

Chinatown International District Summer Festival
July 11 to 12, Hing Hay Park, Seattle
The largest Pan-Asian festival in the Pacific Northwest, with lion and dragon dances, taiko drumming, karaoke and children’s activities.
423 Maynard Avenue South, Seattle | (206) 684-4075

Redmond Derby Days
July 11, Redmond City Hall Open Space, Redmond
Live entertainment, a carnival, food, beer, wine, and activities for children. A fireworks finale tops off the celebration.
10 a.m. to 10 p.m. | 15670 Northeast 85th Street, Redmond

Kirkland Uncorked
July 17 to 19, Kirkland Marina Park
A festival of style and taste that celebrates wine, art, food, music, and lifestyle. A portion of the proceeds benefits the Hope Heart Institute.
$15 to $25 admission | 25 Lakeshore Plaza, Kirkland

Mill Creek Festival and Street Fair
July 18 to 19, Mill Creek Town Center
Arts and crafts, live entertainment, car and motorcycle shows, and a Dock Dogs Big Air competition.
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. | Main Street, between 151st and 153rd, Mill Creek

Bellevue Festival of the Arts
July 24 to 26, Cost Plus World Market, Bellevue
An array of finely crafted items, including jewelry, photography, textiles, glass, fine art, woodworking, sculpture, ceramics and pottery.
10 a.m. | 10300 Northeast Eighth Street, Bellevue

Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair
July 24 to 26, Bellevue Arts Museum, Bellevue
A popular arts fair with 352 fine art artists, art demonstrations, stage performances and a Kidsfair.
510 Bellevue Way Northeast, Bellevue

Bite of Seattle
July 24 to 26, Seattle Center, Seattle
Over 150 entertainment acts, along with food and cooking demonstrations from over 60 great restaurants.
305 Harrison Street, Seattle | (206) 684-7200

Keybank Air Show at Seafair
July 31 to August 2, South Lake Washington, Seattle
The fastest powerboats in the world, Unlimited Hydroplanes, the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, fabulous northwest food and a spectacular Saturday evening fireworks show.
Various locations around Lake Washington | (206) 461-5800

NW Whitewater Kayak Races

Downriver and slalom races on the Cedar River south of Hobart.

www.nwwhitewater.org/

Saturday, April 4:
10:00 am: Downriver sprint round 1, 10:30 am: Downriver sprint round 2, 12:00 pm: Downriver head to head competition, 4:00 pm: Downriver classic start

Sunday, April 5:
10:30 am: Slalom Race Run 1, 12:00 pm: Slalom Race Run 2

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival

The 26th Annual Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is set to go, featuring a full slate of events and activities, plus hundreds of acres of blooming tulips.
04/01/2009 through 04/30/2009
Admission: Varies By Event
Presented at: Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
311 Kincaid Street, Mount Vernon
(360) 428-5959
www.tulipfestival.org

Alpacapalooza

(Come on, you know you want to attend an event called ‘Alpacapalooza’.

Regional alpaca shows in the country with 600 alpacas from more than 100 judged for their form and fleece, fiber demonstrations and displays, vendors, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday
Phone(s): 206-805-1197

www.alpacapalooza.com

Puyallup Fair and Events Center
110 Ninth Ave. S.W.
Puyallup, WA 98371

Saturday, April 4: All day event
Sunday, April 5: All day event

Seminars at Swansons Nursery

What vegetables to plant now, April 4; wildlife friendly gardening to attract songbirds and beneficial insects, April 11; container gardening for all seasons, 10 a.m. April 18; choosing and growing tomatoes, April 19
Swansons Nursery

Phone(s): 206-782-2543
www.swansonsnursery.com

9701 15th Ave. N.W.
Seattle, WA 98117

Saturday, April 4: 10:00 AM
Saturday, April 11: 10:00 AM
Saturday, April 18: 10:00 AM
Sunday, April 19: 10:00 AM

Whirligig!

This event offers amusement aplenty for all pre-teen ages! Kids can glide, slide and ride on super-cool, super-sized inflatable rides. Eye-popping colors, roaming clowns, face painters and entertainment add to the mix of non-stop craziness that keeps kids coming back for more! A special Toddler Zone is also available.

Monday-Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm
03/27/2009 through 04/12/2009
Admission: $7.50/All-Day Pass, $4.50/All-Day Toddler Pass, $1.50/Single Ticket, Free/Thursday
Presented at: Seattle Center
305 Harrison Street, Seattle
(206) 684-7200
www.seattlecenter.com

When the sun is shining down a beautiful 72 degrees like it is today and birds are trilling outside my window it can be easy to forget what we’re really commemorating this Memorial Day.

But the fact is, if I have the luxury of sitting here safely at my computer, posting pretty much whatever I have on my mind to say, and knowing that in the fall I’ll be casting an election vote for someone without the fear of being dragged out into the street and shot in retaliation, it’s in large part because throughout the lifespan of this country a lot of people have put their lives and health on the line serving in the U.S. military.

(It’s also because the founding fathers were incredibly smart in how they set the whole country up to begin with – but that’s another story.)

All of us who live in this country reap the benefits, daily, of someone else’s sacrifice.  So regardless of your political stance, please consider taking some time to honor veterans this Memorial Day.

I’ll be honest – the past few years I’ve found ‘better’ things to do.  But this year I’m reminding myself that, basically, someone died so that I would have the right to skip their memorial service.  Which is simply the truth, and puts the BBQ I could be passing up in a whole different light.

Seattle and Puget Sound Area Memorial Day Events for 2008

Here’s a list of Puget Sound Memorial Day events that Mike Gilbert at the News Tribune put together:

http://blogs.thenewstribune.com/military/2008/05/21/memorial_day_observances

The one in Seattle is at 1:30 pm at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 11111 Aurora Ave. N., Seattle.

Here’s a link to a selection of fun Seattle and Eastside community events for May 2008:

http://www.teamirene.com/resources/seattle-and-eastside-community-events/