Evergreen State Fair: Through Sept. 7, Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe. Arts and crafts, animal barns, carnival, concerts. More at www.evergreenfair.org.
“Titanoboa: Monster Snake”: Featuring a full-size replica of the giant snake, through Nov. 15, Burke Museum, corner of NE 45th Street and 17th Avenue NE, UW Campus, Seattle. In a Colombian coal mine, scientists discovered the 60-million-year-old remains of Titanoboa cerrejonensis. Measuring 48 feet and weighing up to 2,500 pounds, this massive predator could devour a crocodile. “Titanoboa” delves into the discovery of this enormous reptile. The Burke is supplementing this traveling exhibit from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service with a display about snakes from Washington state that are alive today. For more, call 206-543-5590 or visit www.burkemuseum.org.
Wizard Festival: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 29 at Country Village Bothell. Wizard shows, wizard quests, fantasy authors and authors vendors. Call 425-483-2250 or visit www.explorebothell.com/wizard-festival-country-village.
Luftwaffe Day: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 29, Flying Heritage Collection, 3407 109th St. SW., Everett. Iconic German aircraft of World War II including Bf 109 Messerschmitt and ultra-rare Focke-Wulf Fw 190. Planes fly at noon. More at www.flyingheritage.com.
Arab Festival at Seattle Center: explores the cultural roots and current influences of Arab countries through live performances, foods, and a traditional shopping bazaar, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Aug. 29 and 30, Seattle Center Armory and Fisher Pavilion. Strong coffee, dancing and workshops, family activities, crafts and more. Free. More at www.arabcenterwa.org. .
Vintage Aircraft Weekend: Sept. 4, 5 and 6, Paine Field Aviation. Flying vintage aircraft, war bird and helicopter rides, live music and gourmet street food, vintage automobiles, military vehicle encampment, vintage uniforms and opportunities for kids and parents to interact with displays and vendors. Big Band Dinner Dance on Sept. 4 is $60; advance purchase recommended. Daytime admission: adults $15; senior/military $12; ages 11 to 17, $10. Free for ages 10 and under. More at www.vintage Aircraftweekend.org.
Storytimes: 11 a.m. Barnes &Noble, 19401 Alderwood Mall Parkway. Sept. 5, “Full Moon at the Napping House” by Audrey and Don Wood; Sept. 12, “Llama Llama Gram and Grandpa” by Anna Dewdney; Sept. 19, “Bug in a Vacuum” by Melanie Watt. Free.
Bumbershoot: Sept. 5, 6 and 7, Seattle Center grounds. Music, comedy, theatre, film, visual arts and lots of activities for kids. More at www.bumbershoot.org.
Jetty Island Days: Ferries from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sundays, through Sept. 7 at 10th Street and W. Marine View Dr., Everett. Cost is $3 for parking. Suggested donation $2 for adults, $1 for kids. For more, visit www.everettwa.org/parks.
Jetty Island events: Puppet shows: 2:15 p.m. Mondays, through Aug. 31. Nature crafts: 2 to 3 p.m. Sundays. Children experience the beauty of nature as art while making treasures to take home. Supplies provided.
Washington State Fair: Sept. 11 through 27, Puyallup. For more, visit www.thefair.com.
Stage
Ringling Bros. and Barnum &Bailey Circus “Built to Amaze”: Oct. 1 through 4, Xfinity Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Tickets are on sale now. Tickets are $20 to $70, with discounts on special shows. For more, go to www.xfinityareaneverett.com or call 866-332-8499.
Disney On Ice presents “Frozen”: Nov. 18 to 22, Xfinity Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett. Tickets are $30 to? $85. Ages two and older must have a ticket. For more, go to www.xfinityareaneverett.com or call 866-332-8499.
Performing Arts Show Biz Kids 4-H Club: 6:30 to 8 p.m. second Thursday of each month, Horseshoe Grange, 164th and Broadway, Cathcart/Clearview area. Call Jan Bond at 360-668-6681 or the 4-H office at 425-357-6044. The grange also is the home of drama, guitar and line-dance lessons.
EXHIBITS
Star Trek: The Exhibition: Washington State Fair, Puyallup. Sit in the Captain’s chair where Captain Kirk and subsequently Captain Picard took command of the U.S.S. Enterprise. Pose in front of a replica of the U.S.S. Enterprise, see one-of-a-kind displays, have hands-on fun with interactive kiosks. This is a separate ticketed exhibit from fair gate admission. Star Trek is located inside the Red Gate, and is $8 per person. Ages 5 and under are free with a paid adult. Advance discount tickets are available until Sept. 10. For more, visit www.thefair.com.
GROSSOLOGY: The (Impolite) Science of the Human Body: through Jan. 3, 2016, at Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N, Seattle. Farts. Snot. Pus. What better way to bond with Dad? Explore the good, bad and downright ugly about how your body works. Included with admission. More at www.pacificsciencecenter.org.
Star Wars and The Power of Costume: A behind-the-scenes look at some of the most iconic costumes in film history. First stop of the 12-city national tour with 60 costumes and numerous artifacts is through Oct. 4 at EMP Museum, 325 5th Avenue N, Seattle Center. Timed ticket entrance every 20 minutes, starting at 10 a.m. daily. For more, go to www.empmuseum.org.
Imagine Children’s Museum: 1502 Wall St., Everett; 425-258-1006; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays. Each third Friday of the month is the museum’s Free Friday Night Live. Play indoors with the kids from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at no cost. For more, visit imaginecm.org.
Schack Art Center: 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett; 425-259-5050. Go to www.schack.org to learn about classes for kids and teens.
CHORAL
Snohomish County Children’s Choir: Open to all kids of all ages, the choir is enrolling new members. More information is available at www.snohomishcountychildrenschoir.com. Rehearsals are weekly at the Everett Music Hall in the Everett Mall.
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