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Editor’s Note: The calendar is prepared two months in advance. Dates, times and places of events sometimes change, so please call to confirm information.
UP Fest 06
Puget Sound Parent and the City of University Place invite families to
a one-day festival Aug. 5, beginning with a pancake breakfast and ending
with a musically choreographed fireworks show. Throughout the day a variety
of top-notch family entertainers will perform, including Tim Noah, a favorite
children's entertainer, Eric Haines, presenting a family comedy show and
Reptile Man, complete with snakes, lizards and turtles. Also featured
will be a car show, more than 100 vendors and the Kids Zone, filled with
inflatables, arts and crafts, a trout pond and more. 10am-10pm. FREE admission;
pancake breakfast is $4. Curtis High School, 8425 40th St. W, University
Place. 253-460-5434. www.cityofUP.com.
Get Your Kicks in 2006!
It’s time for the 59th Annual Pierce County Fair, a yearly celebration
of rural life, agriculture and family values. The Pierce County Fair links
an agricultural past with a fast-paced modern life through family education
and entertainment. Visitors will find a wide selection of fair foods in
addition to free entertainment acts and attractions. 10am-10pm Aug. 10-12,
10am-6pm Aug. 13. $5 adults, $3 children, $3 parking. Kids are admitted
free Aug. 10 with paying adult. Pierce County Fair, 21718 Meridian Ave.
E, Graham. 253-847-4754. www.piercecountyfair.com.
Fort Nisqually Brigade Encampment
More than 100 volunteers will recreate the 1855 arrival of fur brigades
from east of the mountains to this Hudson’s Bay Company post. Activities
include fur trappers’ races, an elegant ladies’ tea and dancing
to the music of bagpipes. As part of the popular “Engage for the
Day” program, kids will sign on as honorary apprentices with the
Hudson’s Bay Company and learn about skills such as starting a fire
with flint and steel, blacksmithing and spinning wool. All ages. 11am-5pm
Aug. 12 and 13. $5 adults, $4 ages 13 to 17, $2.50 ages 5 to 12. Fort
Nisqually, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5339.
www.fortnisqually.org.
Hot Tips
Babies are Okay Matinees
Moms and Dads with babies are invited to enjoy theater movies without
worrying about a crying baby disturbing other patrons. The volume and
lights will be baby friendly during the special screenings. The stroller-accessible
theater features a changing area and comfy couches in the mezzanine. 2:30
pm Sundays. $6 adults, $3 ages 5-15. Capitol Theater, Home to Olympia
Film Society, 206 East 5th Ave., Olympia. 360-754-3635, ext. 3. www.olyfilm.org.
Hershey's Cocoa Classic
Hershey's invites youth ages 8-18 to create their own brownies, cookies
or bars, and enter them in a contest at county fairs throughout the state.
The treats must be made from scratch, include a minimum of 1/4 cup Hershey's
Baking Chips, and if chocolate icing or drizzle is part of the recipe,
must include Hershey's cocoa. Recipes listing all ingredients, preparation
instructions and recipe author must be submitted. First, second and third
place winners will receive prizes. For contest information, participants
should contact their local county fair. The contest will be held at the
Pierce County, Southwest Washington and Kitsap County Fairs.
Gig Harbor Shuttle
Summer visitors to Gig Harbor can take advantage of a free shuttle that
makes stops along the historic waterfront, the Farmers Market, Visitor’s
Center and more. 10 am-4pm Saturdays, through August. For schedule, call
253-857-4842 or visit www.gigharborguide.com.
Summer Adventure Passport
REI stores are offering a free pint-sized book to children, toddlers to
preteens, featuring hikes, bike rides, swimming holes and water trails
only a short car ride away. All outings are free or low cost. Kids fill
out the passport with photos of themselves and notes from each outing.
Finishing at least three hikes is rewarded with a summer-end celebration.
Passports can be picked up at Puget Sound area REI stores. 253-274-1938.
www.rei.com.
Postcards from YOU
In the PBS kids’ series Postcards from Buster, Buster Baxter makes
video postcards of kids and families across North America. Now kids have
an opportunity to make their own one-minute video postcards to submit
to a video competition. Winning entries will be broadcast in upcoming
episodes of the series or posted on the Web site. Theme suggestions, contest
rules and filming tips are available online. Submissions due by Aug. 31.
www.pbskidsgo.org/buster/videos/fromyou.
Farmers Markets
Waterfront Art Tours
Visitors to Olympia's Farmers’ Market are invited to meet at the
west side of the market at 11am each Saturday in August and take a free
guided tour, learning about Olympia’s public art and how it defines
the community. 360-709-2678.
Puget Sound Farmers’ Markets
Federal Way
9am-3pm Saturdays, through Oct. 28
The Commons at Federal Way
253-261-8157
www.federalwayfarmersmarket.com
Gig Harbor
8:30am-2pm Saturdays, through Sept. 30
3500 Hunt St. NW
253-884-9672
www.gigharborfarmersmarket.com
Olympia
10am-3pm Thursdays through Sundays, through Oct. 29
700 North Capitol Way
360-352-9096
www.farmers-market.org
Port Orchard
9am-3pm Saturdays, through Oct. 28
Waterfront Marina, behind Bay St.
360-377-3173
www.pofarmersmarket.org
Poulsbo
9am-1pm Saturdays, through Oct. 14
Seventh Ave. and Iverson St.
3-7pm Wednesdays, through Oct. 11
Hwy. 305 and Hostmark
360-779-6720
www.poulsbofarmersmarket.org
Puyallup
10am-2pm weekends, through Aug. 27
Pioneer Park
Meridian and Pioneer Streets
253-840-2631
www.puyallupmainst.com
Proctor District, North Tacoma
9am-2pm Saturdays, through Oct. 28
N 27th and Proctor Streets
253-219-9427
www.proctorfarmersmarket.com
Tacoma
3-7pm Tuesdays, through Sept. 12
9am-3pm Thursdays, through Aug. 31
Broadway St. between Ninth and 11th
253-272-7077
www.tacomafarmersmarket.com
University Place
9am-2pm Saturdays, through Oct. 14
35th St. and Bridgeport Way
253-884-2496
www.thefarmersmarket.us
Pioneer Park Children's Concert Series. Today’s feature is the Sardis Raptor Show, birds of prey. All ages. Noon-1pm Tuesdays, through Aug. 29. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Wet and Wild. Features water slides, water balloon toss and more. Ages 5-11 1:30-3pm. $3. Pioneer Park, 324 S Meridian, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Children’s Entertainment Series. Today’s feature is Comedy Magic with Steve Hamilton. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket for a relaxing evening at the park. All ages. 6:30-7:30pm. FREE. Huntamer Park, corner of Seventh Ave. and Woodland Square Loop, Lacey. 360-491-0857. www.ci.lacey.wa.us.
Summer Sounds at Skansie Concert Series. Today’s feature is Groovin’ Higher Jazz Orchestra. All ages. 6:30pm every Tuesday through Sept. 5. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium. Visitors experience close encounters with tigers, sharks, polar bears, beluga whales and elephants, plus there is an outdoor theater and a children's exploration area. 9:30am-6pm daily, through Sept. 4. $10 ages 13 and older, $8 ages 4-12, free ages 3 and younger. Pierce County residents receive discounted admission. Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337. www.pdza.org.
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park. Open 9:30am-6pm daily. $12 ages 13 and older, $8 ages 5-12, $5 ages 3-4, free ages 2 and younger. Pierce County residents receive discounted admission. Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-7166. www.nwtrek.org.
W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory. Colorful flowers celebrate summer at the Seymour Conservatory in Tacoma’s Wright Park. Hydrangeas and azaleas, some of which grow as trees up to six feet tall, are part of the display. 10am-4:30pm Tuesdays-Sundays. Special musical performance second Sundays 1-2:30pm. FREE, but donations welcome. W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, 316 S G St., Tacoma. 253-591-5330. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Wild, Wacky and Sometimes Wet Wednesdays. Kids and parents are invited to drop in to learn about the undersea world. Topics include Famous Submersibles, Fish Prints, Deep Sea Diving, Deep Sea Vents, Sinking and Floating, Navy Uniform Heritage, Build a Submarine, Undersea Art and Locomotion in the Ocean. Visitors can participate in hands-on activities and craft projects. All ages. 10am-2pm Wednesdays, through Aug. 30. FREE. Naval Undersea Museum, 1103 Hunley Rd., Silverdale. 360-396-5547. http://naval.undersea.museum.
Downtown Lunch Series. Today's feature is Deluxe Reverbs, classic rock and roll. All ages. Noon-1pm. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Free Summer Movies. See free morning movies this summer as part of AMC's Kids’ Film Fest. Doors open at 9:30am; movies start at 10:30am. Today and Aug. 9. Visit Web site for featured movies. FREE. Limited seating available on a first-come, first-served basis. Kent Station 14, Fourth Ave. N and West James St., Kent. 253-373-9262. www.amctheatres.com/amctheatres/user-controller/summermoviecamp.com
Lacey in Tune. A cultural performance venue for young families. All ages. Noon-1pm today and Aug. 9. FREE. Huntamer Park, corner of Seventh Ave. and Woodland Square Loop, Lacey. 360-491-0857. www.ci.lacey.wa.us.
Drawing You In. Artists of all media are invited to participate in this creative event. A costumed model will maintain pose for three hours (with breaks). Additional easels will be placed at the site so that anyone can join in. All ages. 1-4pm Wednesdays, through Aug. 30. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Pioneer Park Family Concerts. Today's featured guests are Lewis and Lane Duo, classic guitar, and Michael Powers, jazz guitar. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm Thursdays, through Aug. 31. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Jazz under the Stars. Today's feature is the Reuel Lubag Trio. Bring a blanket and picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of jazz. Starbuck’s will hand out free coffee. 7-9pm. FREE. Mary Baker Russell Amphitheater on the Pacific Lutheran University campus. Tacoma. 253-535-7602. www.plu.edu.
Kids at Play. Musical productions by students ages 8-16 at South Puget Sound Community College's new Kenneth J. Minnaert Center for the Arts. 7:30pm Thursdays through Sundays and 2pm Sundays, through Aug. 13. $14 adults, $9 students. Call or visit Web site for schedule. Capital Playhouse, 612 E Fourth Ave., Olympia. 360-943-2744. www.capitalplayhouse.com.
Free night at the Washington State History Museum. All ages. 5-8pm. FREE every Thursday. Washington State History Museum, 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma. 1-888-238-4373. www.wshs.org.
Free night at the Museum of Flight. All ages. 5-9pm. FREE first Thursdays. 9404 E Marginal Way S (next to Boeing Field), Seattle. 206-764-5720. www.museumofflight.org.
Free night at the Henry Art Gallery, University of Washington. All ages. FREE Thursdays 5-8pm. 15th Ave. NE and NE 41st St., Seattle. 206-543-2280. www.henryart.org.
Free First Friday Night at Hands On Children’s Museum in Olympia. Features free books courtesy of the South Sound Reading Foundation. All ages. 5-9pm. FREE. Hands On Children’s Museum, 11th Ave. and Capitol Way, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.
Free First Friday at Children’s Museum of Tacoma. All ages. 10am-7pm. FREE for families. Children’s Museum, 936 Broadway, Tacoma. 253-627-6031. www.childrensmuseumoftacoma.org.
Play Tacoma: Family Carnival. This afternoon of family fun includes arts and crafts, games, and moon bounce inflatables. All ages. 4:40-6:30pm. FREE. McKinley Park, 700-799 E Upper Park St., Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Bremerton’s First Friday Art Walk. Stroll the downtown Arts District within walking distance of the ferry. Features entertainment and refreshments. All ages. 5-8pm. FREE. Bremerton. www.visitkitsap.com.
Jimanji at Outdoor Zoo Cinemas.
Watch family-friendly movies under the stars at Point Defiance Zoo and
Aquarium. Includes close encounters with animals and children's activities.
Gates open at 7pm; movies start at dusk. Fridays, through Aug. 25. Donation
suggested.
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5337.
www.pdza.org.
The King and I. Tacoma Musical Playhouse presents the moving
story of Anna Leonowen, a British widow who comes to Siam to educate the
king's children. All ages. 8pm today and tomorrow, 2pm tomorrow and Sunday.
$14-$24. Tacoma Musical Playhouse, 7116 Sixth Ave., Tacoma. 253-565-6867.
www.tmp.org.
Gig Harbor Farmers’ Market. Enjoy plant starts, flowers and bouquets, fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts. 8:30am-2pm Saturdays, through September. Entertainment and pony rides provided. Free pancake breakfast 8:30-10am the first Saturday of the month. FREE. Stroh's Field, just off Hwy. 16 in Gig Harbor. 253-884-9672. www.gigharborfarmersmarket.com.
Woofstock 06. An animal adoption music festival. Bands include Dudley, Left Hand Smoke, In Lunar Blue, The Vells, The Degrees, The Forgery and Pete Bush. All ages. 9am. $20 adults, free ages 12 and younger when accompanied by an adult. Proceeds will benefit Pierce County's homeless animals. Cheney Stadium, Tacoma. 253-572-7700. www.duganfoundation.org.
Play Tacoma: Family Punt, Pass and Kick. Families compete alongside each other in punting, passing and place-kicking in conjunction with the NFL Punt, Pass and Kick Program. All ages. 10am. FREE. Heidelberg Field, 2502 S Tyler St., Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Washington Renaissance Fantasy Faire. Jousting knights on horseback, damsels in distress, Celtic dancing, wandering minstrels and magicians combine to make a great annual celebration. Costume rentals, face painting, puppet shows and storytelling add to this medieval fun. All ages. Call or visit Web site for schedule and ticket prices. 10am-6pm today and tomorrow, Aug. 12-13 and Aug. 19-20. Held at Minter Creek Ranch, 10215 State Rd 302, Gig Harbor. 253-851-4114. www.washingtonrenfaire.com.
Proctor Summer Arts Fest. All ages. 10am-6pm. FREE. Proctor District, N 26th and Proctor Streets, Tacoma. www.tacomabusinessdistricts.com.
Camp 6 Logging Train Rides. Working railroad connects work sites with historic bunkhouses. All ages. Noon-6:30pm with departures every half hour. Saturdays and Sundays. $4 adults, $2.50 ages 3 to 12, free ages 2 and younger. Camp 6 Logging Museum, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-752-0047. www.camp-6-museum.org. www.camp-6-museum.org/c6.html#Logging_Train_Rides.
Paper Coats at the Museum of Glass. Seek inspiration from the beautiful cast glass dresses of Karen LaMonte, then join California artist Patricia Bulitt in creating a wearable paper garment. All ages. 1-5pm. Included with admission. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-12, free younger than age 6. Museum of Glass, 1801 E Dock St., Tacoma. 253-284-4750. www.museumofglass.org.
Gig Harbor Art Walk. Enjoy specials
and demonstrations at Gig Harbor’s art galleries.
All ages. 1-5pm. FREE. Downtown Gig Harbor. 253-851-5546. www.gigharborguide.com.
REI Family Campout. Families can experience the joys of sleeping outdoors at Fort Nisqually. Equipment, a light dinner and breakfast snack and activities are provided; personal gear is welcome. Ages 4 and older. 4pm today-11am tomorrow. $7 per person, advance registration required. Fort Nisqually Living History Museum, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St. 253-594-7847. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Wolf Haven Howl-In. Wolf tours, prairie walks, kids’ games, interactive entertainment, storytelling and crafts. Picnics welcome, but no alcohol allowed. All ages. Gates open at 5:30pm; activities 6-9pm every other Saturday, through Aug. 19. Today’s guest is Harvest Moon. $15 adults, $8 ages 3-12, free ages 2 and younger. Families can also register for Overnight Camp Check-in is 4-5pm Saturdays, check-out is 10am Sundays. Ages 5 and older, children younger than age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. $35 per person includes a tour, the Howl-In and a continental breakfast. Pre-registration required. Wolf Haven International, 3111 Offut Lake Rd., Tenino. 360-264-4695. www.wolfhaven.org.
Summer Sounds and Cinema. Head to the park for an evening of music and movies. Tonight: Performer Danny Vernon and the inspirational family movie Dreamer. All ages. Concert begins at 6:30pm; movie follows. FREE. Heidelberg Field, S 19th and Tyler St., Tacoma. 253-305-1076. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Stories in the Park, Stories in the Dark. Bring a blanket, snack and flashlight to hear stories told by the South Sound Storytelling Guild. All ages. Family stories 7-8pm, spooky stories 8:30-9:30pm. FREE. Priest Point Park, 2600 E Bay Dr., Olympia. 360-753-8380.
Cinema Gig Family Night. Today's feature is Wallace and Gromit. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy outdoor family movies. All ages. Movies begin 8:30-9pm depending on the light. Today and Aug. 26. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Lacey Outdoor Cinema. Today's feature is an all night Harry Potter event: The Sorcerer's Stone, The Chamber of Secrets, The Prisoner of Azkaban. Enjoy great movies under the stars. All ages. Begins at dusk. FREE. Huntamer Park, corner of Seventh Ave. and Woodland Square Loop, Lacey. 360-491-0857. www.ci.lacey.wa.us.
S’mores and Snores Overnight Family Camp. Pack a tent and spend the night at Northwest Trek. Observe wildlife in the evening, take a special tram tour, make treats for Trek's bears and hear campfire stories. Snacks and breakfast are included. Aug. 5-6 and 12-13. $40 adults and teens, $22 ages 3 to 12. Reservations required. Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 11610 Trek Dr. E, Eatonville. 360-832-7166. www.nwtrek.org.
The King and I. Tacoma. See Aug. 4.
The King and I. Tacoma. See Aug. 4.
Pioneer Park Children's Concert Series. Today’s feature is Budd Bay Buccaneers, pirate songs. All ages. Noon-1pm Tuesdays, through Aug. 29. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Pirates in Puyallup. Dress up as pirates, play pirate games and participate in a huge treasure hunt. Ages 5-11. 1:30-3pm. $3. Pioneer Park, 324 S Meridian, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Family Bike Maintenance 101. Pop it, fix it, grease and ride it. Learn the basics of bike maintenance from roadside flat repair to keeping the parts running smoothly. Participants should bring a front tire and tire pump. Ages 8 and older. 6-8pm. $6. Point Defiance Pagoda, 5400 N Pearl St.,Tacoma. 253-594-7847. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Children’s Entertainment Series. Today’s feature is Juggle Tunes. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic dinner and blanket for a relaxing evening at the park. All ages. 6:30-7:30pm. FREE. Huntamer Park, corner of Seventh Ave. and Woodland Square Loop, Lacey. 360-491-0857. www.ci.lacey.wa.us.
Summer Sounds at Skansie Concert Series. Today’s feature is It’s a Whale, folksy, jazzy, funk band. All ages. 6:30pm every Tuesday through Sept. 5. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Drawing You In. Gig Harbor. See Aug. 2.
Wild, Wacky and Sometimes Wet Wednesdays. Silverdale. See Aug. 2.
Pioneer Park Family Concerts. Today's featured guests are Rumbeggae, rumba and reggae, and Show Brazil, Brazilian show. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm Thursdays, through Aug. 31. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Jazz under the Stars. Today's feature is Jazz Senators, Olympia Big Band. Bring a blanket and picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of jazz. Starbuck’s will hand out free coffee. 7-9pm. FREE. Mary Baker Russell Amphitheater on the Pacific Lutheran University campus, Tacoma. 253-535-7602. www.plu.edu.
Pierce County Fair. Graham. See Highlights.
Fircrest Fun Days. This family festival features food booths, games and rides today and tomorrow. Call for schedule and cost. Fircrest Park, 555 Contra Costa, Fircrest. 253-564-8177.
Play Tacoma: Family Carnival. This afternoon of family fun includes arts and crafts, games, and moon bounce inflatables. All ages. 4:40-6:30pm. FREE. Jefferson Park, N 9th and Monroe St., Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Pierce County Fair. Graham. See Highlights.
Ice Age 2 at Outdoor Zoo Cinemas. Tacoma. See Aug. 4.
Play Tacoma: Health/Safety Back-to-School Supply Fair. Learn about nutrition and health while playing games and earning points redeemable for school supplies. All ages. 10am. FREE. Portland Ave. Park, E 35th and Portland Ave.,Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Museum of Glass Family Day—Chihuly Shoes. Dale Chihuly’s style is unmistakable, including his wild painted shoes! Now families can create a pair of their own. Participants should bring shoes; paint and instruction are provided. At 1:30 and 3:30pm Nancy Wilkinson will delight visitors with her interactive story circles featuring charming tales and fables that relate to exhibition content and glass. All ages. 1-4pm. Included with admission. $10 adults, $4 ages 6-12, free younger than age 6. Museum of Glass, 1801 E Dock St., Tacoma. 253-284-4750. www.museumofglass.org.
Summer Sounds and Cinema. Head to the park for an evening of music and movies. Tonight: Dance Factory and the swashbuckling movie The Legend of Zorro. All ages. Concert begins at 6:30pm; movie follows. FREE. South End Recreation Area, S 60th and Adams St., Tacoma. 253-305-1076. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Parents’ Night Out. Take a break or make a date while the kids have a blast at Hands On Children’s Museum with activities, pizza and creative play. Ages 4-10. 6-9:30pm. $20 first child, $15 each additional sibling. Pre-registration required. Hands On Children’s Museum, 11th and Capitol Way, Olympia. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.
Pierce County Fair. Graham. See Highlights.
Fort Nisqually Brigade Encampment. Tacoma. See Highlights.
S’mores and Snores Overnight Family Camp. Eatonville. See Aug. 5.
Second Sunday Music Series. Enjoy music and flowers at the W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory. A variety of musicians, instruments and music styles are featured the second Sunday of each month. All ages. 1-2:30pm. FREE, but donations welcome. W.W. Seymour Botanical Conservatory, 316 S G St., Tacoma. 253-591-5330.
Pierce County Fair. Graham. See Highlights.
Fort Nisqually Brigade Encampment. Tacoma. See Highlights.
Southwest Washington Fair. The Southwest Washington Fair celebrates its 97th season this year with a variety of exhibitions, competitions and entertainment. Fair gates will open at 10am today through Aug. 20. Gate admission is $7 adults, $4 ages 6 to 12, free ages 5 and younger. Parking is $5. Aug. 15 is designated as Kids’ Day (kids admitted at half price) and Aug. 20 as Family Day (everyone admitted at half price). Southwest Washington Fair, 2555 N National Ave., Chehalis. 360-736-6072. www.co.lewis.wa.us.
Get in the Game. Enjoy cooperative games where everyone is a winner. Ages 5-11. 1:30-3pm. $3. Pioneer Park, 324 S Meridian, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Pioneer Park Children's Concert Series. Today’s feature is Fred Penner, national children’s singer and entertainer. All ages. Noon-1pm Tuesdays, through Aug. 29. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Summer Sounds at Skansie Concert Series. Today’s feature is Magical Strings, Celtic harp and dulcimer. All ages. 6:30pm every Tuesday through Sept. 5. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Peach Fruit Festival. Enjoy peach cobbler while listening to the sounds of a cappella group The Coats. All ages. 11:30am-1pm. $2.50. Red Square on the Pacific Lutheran University campus, Tacoma. 253-535-7430. www.plu.edu/~summer/programs-events/home.html
Downtown Lunch Series. Today's feature Caribbean Vision, steel drums. All ages. Noon-1pm. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Drawing You In. Gig Harbor. See Aug. 2.
Wild, Wacky and Sometimes Wet Wednesdays. Silverdale. See Aug. 2.
Drive, Chip and Putt. Kids compete in a fun series of events to develop and test their golf skills. Golfers must provide their own equipment. Ages 7-14. 3-6pm. FREE. Meadowpark Golf course, 7108 Lakewood Dr., W, Tacoma. 253-473-3033. www.meadowparkgolf.com.
Pioneer Park Family Concerts. Today's featured guests are Konzelman Family, family folk, and Tara McCormick, young country. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm Thursdays, through Aug. 31. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Jazz under the Stars. Today's feature is PLU Regency Jazz Ensemble. Bring a blanket and picnic dinner and enjoy an evening of jazz. Starbuck’s will hand out free coffee. 7-9pm. FREE. Mary Baker Russell Amphitheater on the Pacific Lutheran University campus, Tacoma. 253-535-7602. www.plu.edu.
Play Tacoma: Family Carnival. This afternoon of family fun includes arts and crafts, games, and moon bounce inflatables. All ages. 4:40-6:30pm. FREE. Wright Park, 6th Ave. and S Yakima St., Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Raiders of the Lost Ark at Outdoor Zoo Cinemas. Tacoma. See Aug. 4.
Play Tacoma: Family Walk. Families can enjoy beautiful scenery while promoting fitness during this leisurely walk around Wapato Lake. All ages. 10-11am. FREE. Wapato Park, S 68th and Sheridan Ave., Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Discovery Walk. This nature walk is designed for all ages, with a special invitation to grandparents. Today’s destination is Pack Forest in Eatonville. 10-11:30am. $5. Sponsored by Tahoma Audubon Society. 2917 Morrison Road, University Place. Call 253-591-6439 for directions. www.tahomaaudubon.org.
Olalla Bluegrass Festival. In its 15th year, this outdoor festival features Bluegrass bands, cloggers, fiddlers, arts and crafts, kids' activities, demonstrations, a kids' parade and a berry pie making -contest. All ages. 11am-9pm. $10 adults, $5 ages 6 to 16, $25 family pass, $2 parking. Visit Web site for directions. Olalla. www.olallacommunityclub.org/bluegrass/index.html.
Spinning and Weaving Display. See a display of historic spinning wheels and watch the crafts of spinning and weaving demonstrated. All ages. 11am-5pm. $4 adults, $3 ages 13 to 17, $2 ages 5 to 12. Fort Nisqually, Point Defiance Park, 5400 N Pearl St., Tacoma. 253-591-5339. www.fortnisqually.org.
Summer Sounds and Cinema. Head to the park for an evening of music and movies. Tonight: Country band Latigo Lace and the family movie Madagascar. All ages. Concert begins at 6:30pm; movie follows. FREE. Stewart Heights Park, 402 E 56th St., Tacoma. 253-305-1076. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Steam Train Dinner. Whistles blowing, steam plumes rising, wheels click-clacking along the steel tracks, the Chehalis-Centralia Railroad rolls out a special dinner train. A classic 1916 Baldwin steam engine pulls modest 1920s dinner and passenger cars on this almost two-hour excursion. Passengers are served a catered three-course dinner during the 18-mile roundtrip run along the Chehalis River. All ages. Call for times. Today and Aug. 20. $41.95 includes tax and gratuity. Reservations required one week in advance. 360-748-9593. www.steamtrainride.com.
Wolf Haven Howl-In. Tenino. See. Aug. 5.
Play Tacoma: Family Fun Day. Activities and games. All ages. 3-5pm. FREE. South End Neighborhood Center, 7802 S L St.,Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Pioneer Park Children's Concert Series. Today’s feature is Buck and Elizabeth, comedy, dancing, ventriloquism. All ages. Noon-1pm Tuesdays, through Aug. 29. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Carnival Craze. Features clowns, face painting, game booths and bounce house. Ages 5-11. 1:30-3pm. $3. Pioneer Park, 324 S Meridian, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Summer Sounds at Skansie Concert Series. Today’s feature is The Beatniks, classic sounds of the 60’s and 70’s. All ages. 6:30pm every Tuesday through Sept. 5. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Twilight Tales for Families. Hear about critters that make their home in the Northwest, then search for signs of them along nature trails. Make crafts, play games, try bug juice and enjoy an evening with the animals. Tonight’s theme is Glow in the Dark. All ages. 6:30-9pm today and Aug. 25. $4 per person. Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S Tyler St., Tacoma. 253-591-6439. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Drawing You In. Gig Harbor. See Aug. 2.
Wild, Wacky and Sometimes Wet Wednesdays. Silverdale. See Aug. 2.
Pioneer Park Family Concerts. Today's featured guests are Johnny Bulldog, rock and roll, and The Beatniks, classic rock and roll. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm Thursdays, through Aug. 31. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Sand in the City. Spectators are invited to watch as corporate teams sculpt mammoth works of art from 240 tons of sand 10am-4pm today at the Port Plaza on Olympia’s waterfront. At Saturday’s huge Community Beach Party, 10am-6pm, they can vote for the “People’s Choice” award. The free beach party features more than 40 hands-on art and science activities, live entertainment, and, of course, plenty of sand. Sunday is designated Grandparent’s Day, with specially designed activities for grandparents and kids. Sand in the City is sponsored by Hands On Children’s Museum. 360-956-0818. www.hocm.org.
Nature Storytime. Join an Audubon naturalist for an exploration of one of the most enchanting wildlife habitats a backyard can hold, then listen to a story. Today’s topic will be In My Own Backyard. All ages. 10:30am-noon. FREE, but reservations required. Call for directions. Fircrest. 253-565-9278. www.tahomaaudubon.org.
Sunshine Hill Garlic Fest. Festival features more than 60 strains of organic garlic, garlic products, food vendors, live music, crafts and hayrides. All ages. $5 adults, free ages 12 and younger. Noon-8pm today, 10am-8pm tomorrow, 10am-5pm Sunday. Sunshine Hill Farm, one mile west on Highway 6 from I-5 exit 77, Chehalis. 360-740-4411. www.sunshinehill.net.
Twilight Tales for Families. Hear about critters that make their home in the Northwest, then search for signs of them along nature trails. Make crafts, play games, try bug juice and enjoy an evening with the animals. Tonight’s theme is Coyote and Cousins. All ages. 6:30-9pm. $4 per person. Tacoma Nature Center, 1919 S Tyler St., Tacoma. 253-591-6439. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Hoodwinked at Outdoor Zoo Cinemas. Tacoma. See Aug. 4.
Puyallup Street Scramble. Urban Orienteering event; search for 30 mapped checkpoints (on foot or bike). At each checkpoint find the answer to a multiple-choice question. Search for 90 minutes or three hours. Rules and tips online. Registration 8:30-9:30am, start 10am. $3-$10, $25 family team. Pioneer Park Pavilion, 300 S Meridian, Puyallup. 206-367-0839. www.streetscramble.com.
Heritage Row. Row from Gig Harbor to Point Defiance and back, just as the pioneers did. All ages. Full row begins at 9am. Amateur row within the harbor begins at 10am. $20. 253-858-8818. www.gigharbormuseum.org.
Lacamas Fair. All ages. 10am-4pm today and tomorrow. Lacamas Community Center, 32113 8th Ave. S, Roy. http://lacamasfair.4.forumer.com.
AnimaloCity 2006 Pet Parade. This all-day family event features a costumed pet parade, artisan market and live auction. Proceeds benefit the Dugan Foundation and the Rwanda Relief Fund. Downtown Tacoma. Email sylviahoo1@netzero.com for schedule. 253-952-3229.
Summer Sounds and Cinema. Head to the park for an evening of music and movies. Tonight: Raucous and the family movie Wallace and Gromit: the Curse of the Were-Rabbit. All ages. Concert begins at 6:30pm; movie follows. FREE. Centre at Norpoint, 4818 Nassau Ave., NE, Tacoma. 253-305-1076. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Chronicles of Narnia. An outdoor movie on the big screen. All ages. Starts at dusk. FREE. Sam Peach Park, 1621 10th Ave. NW, Puyallup. 253-841-5457. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Cinema Gig Family Night. Today's feature is 101 Dalmations. Bring a blanket or lawn chair to enjoy this great outdoor family movie. All ages. 8:30-9pm depending on the light. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Sand in the City. Olympia. See Aug. 25.
Free Day at Titlow Pool. Enjoy free swimming during this last day of the summer season. All ages. Noon-5pm. FREE. Titlow Pool, 8355 6th Ave.,Tacoma. 253-591-5548. www.metroparkstacoma.org.
Sand in the City. Olympia. See Aug. 25.
Pioneer Park Children's Concert Series. Today’s feature is Kids’ Puyallup Idol, a local vocal competition. All ages. Noon-1pm Tuesdays, through Aug. 29. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
Summer Sounds at Skansie Concert Series. Today’s feature is Island Jamz, steel drum band. All ages. 6:30pm every Tuesday through Sept. 5. FREE. Skansie Brothers Park on the Gig Harbor waterfront, 3207 Harborview Dr. 253-853-3554. www.gigharborguide.com.
Drawing You In. Gig Harbor. See Aug. 2.
Wild, Wacky and Sometimes Wet Wednesdays. Silverdale. See Aug. 2.
Pioneer Park Family Concerts. Today's featured guests are Puyallup Idol, a local vocal competition. All ages. 6:30-8:30pm. FREE. Pioneer Park, Puyallup. 253-770-3325. www.cityofpuyallup.org.
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