Family fun
Try 'carschooling'
Audio books put wasted time in the car to good use
Date: 05/28/2012 | I Brake for Moms
Outdoors talks planned at Gold Basin campground
A series of talks are scheduled to learn about ways to enjoy summer weekends at the Gold Basin Campground Amphitheater.The campground is less than three miles east of the Verlot Public Service Center on the Mountain Loop Highway. Each presentation is free and open to the public.
Date: 05/26/2012 | Life
Market, music, laser light show for Darrington Day
DARRINGTON -- The second annual Darrington Day is Saturday with activities throughout town.
Date: 05/25/2012 | Local News
The treasures of Tut
King Tut Seattle exhibit last chance to see it in U.S. (gallery)
Date: 05/24/2012 | Local News
Beach ABCs sneak learning into fun time
The next time your family is having fun at the beach, take a moment with your kids to try writing words in the sand.
Date: 05/21/2012 | I Brake for Moms
Oso Mill offers ‘open sawmill’ Saturday
For the second year, the people who run the Oso Mill are hosting an open house complete with mill demonstrations and chain saw carving competitions.The free event is scheduled from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. today, when an auction is scheduled for all the chain saw sculpture creations.
Date: 05/19/2012 | Life
Safety fair set for Saturday in Sultan
SULTAN -- Sky Valley families are invited to spend Saturday learning all about safety."The name of our fair is Safety Fair, and that's exactly what we focus on," Police Chief Jeff Brand said.The Sultan Safety Fair is planned from noon to 4 p.m. at First and Main streets.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Local News
Penn Cove fest features NW tribe canoe races
Canoe races have always been the centerpiece of the Penn Cove Water Festival and Saturday's event is no exception.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Entertainment
Elmo's in town
Sesame Street comes to Comcast, but your kids knew that
Date: 05/18/2012 | Entertainment
Squirrel Butter brings its funky tunes to Everett
You can get lots of diverse items at Pike Place Market, from sushi to earrings. You can also enjoy some Squirrel Butter.And on Sunday, you can savor Squirrel Butter right here in Everett.
Date: 05/18/2012 | Entertainment
Have fun this weekend
Hit 'Sesame Street,' see motorcycles or chow down
Date: 05/18/2012 | Entertainment
Splash into summer
Fairs, festivals, concerts and everything else for your calendar
Date: 05/17/2012 | Entertainment
Feed a child's mind through gardening
If you think it's hard getting kids to eat their vegetables, wait until you try recruiting them for garden work.But the challenge is worth it: Children just might add more healthy foods to their diet if they've grown them themselves.
Date: 05/17/2012 | Home and Garden
What's coming up at Everett parks
There are always lots of things going on at Everett's Parks and Recreation Department.On Wednesday, take part in the Forest Park Hill Climb, a 30-minute timed event where participants climb 12 hills.
Date: 05/12/2012 | Life
Take Mom for a free cruise Saturday on historic boats
Go sailing: If you are still splashing about for last-minute Mother's Day ideas, why not take her out to Cama Beach State Park on Camano Island for a scenic ride on a historic vessel.And the price is right: free.
Date: 05/11/2012 | Life
Kids’ Resources
Everett Public Library: Main branch, 2702 Hoyt Ave., 425-257-8030; Evergreen branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, 425-257-8250; www.epls.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Events are free.
Date: 05/07/2012 | Life
Moms skate for free Sunday
Moms who eat too much at Mother's Day brunches get to skate off some of those extra calories for free.The Comcast Community Ice Rink is hosting an Enchanted Mother's Day Skate on Sunday.
Date: 05/07/2012 | Life
Mill Creek's rec guide out
It's time to plan ahead for summer ... You know, that time of year when the kids are off school and the weather's a little better.
Date: 05/05/2012 | Life
Arlington Airport fest Saturday
ARLINGTON -- Free airplane rides for kids are among the activities Saturday at the annual Arlington Airport Appreciation Day.The event is 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. near the airport office, 18204 59th Drive NE.
Date: 05/04/2012 | Local News
Ideas for weekend fun
Plant sale, Cinco de Mayo, and gaze at an extra-big moon
Date: 05/04/2012 | Entertainment
Head to Arlington for a double dose of magic
Magic is in the air this weekend in Arlington where families can choose from two magic shows. Magician Joey Pipia promises no smoke or mirrors in his show, just wonder and amazement during his 60-minute show, "The Magic Chamber," on Saturday in Arlington.
Date: 05/04/2012 | Entertainment
The learning is free at libraries' classes
Cut energy costs, find a better job, spend more time with your family, spend more time for yourself, expend more energy, spend less money. Our instructions for living get more complicated every day.
Date: 04/30/2012 | Life
Shake, rattle and goo: Take your baby dancing
Toddlers, waddlers and wee creepers can exercise those rhythmic little legs in the Everett Parks Department's dance, music and movement classes.Instructor Laura Harris teaches the dance classes designed to develop the tots' motor skills and coordination and promote parent-child bonding.
Date: 04/30/2012 | Life
6 new books for nature lovers
It's always a pleasure to pick up a book or field guide pamphlet created by Rick Harbo.The writer/photographer and Harbour Publishing have that knack of packaging information, photographs and graphics in a way that keeps the pages turning.
Date: 04/28/2012 | Life
Upgrade doubles restrooms at Pike Place Market
SEATTLE -- The Pike Place Market says a three-year $68 million renovation has been completed on time and on schedule.Perhaps one of the biggest changes that visitors will notice at the Seattle tourist attraction is a doubling in the number of restrooms.
Date: 04/27/2012 | Northwest
Ideas for weekend fun
Plant sales, football, outdoor expo, stargazing and more
Date: 04/27/2012 | Entertainment
Expo at fairgrounds promises food, fun and more
Let's translate what the third annual Evergreen Recreation and Sportsmen Expo actually means:Carnival. Championship barbecue. Kid's fishing pond.In other words: family fun.
Date: 04/27/2012 | Entertainment
Wheat growers excluded from Spokane parade
SPOKANE -- Wheat may be king in the Palouse region, but don't look for its float at Spokane's annual Lilac Festival parade.
Date: 04/25/2012 | Northwest
Fantastics finale
Dance instructor Eleanor Leight's last Mother's Day show looms
Date: 04/23/2012 | Local News
Everett art center celebrates 1st birthday
Slice up the cake. Blow up the balloons. Schack Art Center is having a birthday.Schack is turning a year old and is sending out an invitation to everyone to help it celebrate May 6.There will be cake and balloons and party favors in the form of artwork that you, the guests, create.
Date: 04/23/2012 | Life
Spend day in water for free
How about going swimming today? Yes, indoors, and yes, it's free.Today is the city of Everett's annual April Pools Day at Forest Park Swim Center. Head there between 12:30 and 2 p.m. to take a swim and learn about water safety.
Date: 04/21/2012 | Life
Go on scavenger hunt for prizes at Seattle Center
The annual Emerald City Search, a kind of scavenger hunt around Seattle, kicks off the 10-day game Saturday.
Date: 04/20/2012 | Life
Celebrate Earth Day on Whidbey
Whidbey Island's sixth annual Earth Day festival celebrates the planet through dance, drama and a huge human peace symbol on Sunday.The Earth Day Festival begins at noon in Langley with Dances of Universal Peace, in which audience members can take part.Other events:
Date: 04/20/2012 | Entertainment
Send us your summer events
It's time to send us your fairs and festivals, your events and concerts for The Herald's annual guide to all things summer. We need to have event information in hand by May 4. Email your summer lineup to astewart@heraldnet.com with "Splash" in the subject...
Date: 04/19/2012 | Home and Garden
Kids Resources
Everett Public Library: Main branch, 2702 Hoyt Ave., 425-257-8030; Evergreen branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, 425-257-8250; www.epls.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Events are free.
Date: 04/16/2012 | Life
What's going on this week at children's museum
Imagine Children Museum is still in the Easter mood this week. Young museum visitors can hop on downstairs to the art studio and make a bunny bonnet from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday.
Date: 04/16/2012 | Life
International children's festival happening at Seattle museum
The third annual International Children's Friendship Festival takes place from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday at MOHAI, Museum of History and Industry in Seattle.
Date: 04/16/2012 | Life
Top picks for the weekend
Garden show, tulips, fairies, Mariners, travel and more
Date: 04/13/2012 | Entertainment
Make a garden fairy, see rhodies Saturday
When all the rest of the county is heading north to the tulips Saturday, hop on a ferry to Whidbey for a little "Meerkerk Magic."
Date: 04/13/2012 | Life
In Skagit Valley, Tulip Festival now in full bloom
It's Friday the 13th and hopefully your luck is good and the tulips are blooming.The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival continues through April. Early varieties are up and more tulips are predicted to be popping through April 22.
Date: 04/13/2012 | Entertainment
Ideas for weekend fun
Egg hunts, daffodils, tulips, demolition derby and more
Date: 04/06/2012 | Entertainment
Folklife Festival needs volunteers
The Northwest Folklife Festival is gearing up for the 41st annual event on Memorial Day weekend.Each year, the festival welcomes thousands of people to the Seattle Center for a weekend of free music, dance and the arts.
Date: 04/06/2012 | Entertainment
Where to find egg hunts
Choose from events planned all around the county
Date: 04/06/2012 | Entertainment
What's up at Tulip Fest
Blooms predicted, plus other fun for this weekend
Date: 04/05/2012 | Entertainment
Where to find egg hunts
Choose from events planned all around the county
Date: 04/04/2012 | Entertainment
Kids Resources
Everett Public Library: Main branch, 2702 Hoyt Ave., 425-257-8030; Evergreen branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, 425-257-8250; www.epls.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Events are free.
Date: 04/02/2012 | Life
Laughter can teach kids how to cope
Have you ever done something funny -- put a sweater on backward, stepped in a wad of gum, spelled "happy" wrong on a birthday cake -- then laughed about it?
Date: 04/02/2012 | Life
Hey kids! Let's put on a play
Your kids are out of school for spring break. How about putting on a show?Carol Bouzoukis, a child drama specialist with 25 years of experience, has developed a way to take children's natural affinity for play acting and use it to further their all-around development.
Date: 04/02/2012 | Life
Cartoon eases doctor worries for children
Many TV shows have dispassionate origins, recycling a well-worn format or piggybacking on a trend. But the roots of "Doc McStuffins," an animated program for children ages 2 to 7, are downright maternal.
Date: 04/02/2012 | Life
Nibbles for Easter
Easter morning, before the little ones begin nibbling chocolate bunny ears, heat up a griddle for pancakes made with an assist from a trio of Easter mini pancake molds.
Date: 04/02/2012 | Life
Dancers move to guitar trio's Latin groove at Everett event
This performance is sure to be blazin' hot.The fusion of sexy Latin music and sumptuous ballet moves will toast the audience tonight when Incendio performs at Everett Civic Auditorium.
Date: 03/30/2012 | Entertainment
Sign up for North Cascades classes
Learn how to tie the perfect fly, make beautiful prints, put magic into chocolates and observe backyard birds' nests at the North Cascades Institute.A complete lineup of varied programs, lectures and hands-on classes begins this spring.
Date: 03/26/2012 | Life
Keep your kids busy with these 10 crafting tools
As spring break nears and the days get longer, many parents are searching for meaningful ways to keep children occupied. What better time to make sure your family's crafts cupboard is well stocked and up to date?
Date: 03/26/2012 | Life
It's almost tulip time
Plan your trip to the Skagit Valley for all the festival events
Date: 03/24/2012 | Life
Two fun ways to learn about the environment
OK, Mom and Dad. These two family fun offerings come with a little bit of learning about the importance of our water resources and a guided tour of the universe.But you don't have to tell the kids that.Here are the two events you can check out:
Date: 03/23/2012 | Entertainment
Cama Beach poster contest marks Oceans Day
CAMANO ISLAND -- Saturday is World Oceans Day and to celebrate, state parks officials and volunteers at Cama Beach State Park are sponsoring a poster artwork session for children.
Date: 03/21/2012 | Local News
Actor and activist
George Takei of 'Star Trek' sets course for Seattle's Comicon
Date: 03/20/2012 | Entertainment
Kids’ Resources
Everett Public Library: Main branch, 2702 Hoyt Ave., 425-257-8030; Evergreen branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, 425-257-8250; www.epls.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays. Events are free.
Date: 03/19/2012 | Life
'Pirates' updated for 2012
Village Theatre gives classic a new look
Date: 03/16/2012 | Entertainment
Edmonds theater tour offers look backstage
The curtain is up and the stage is set for visitors to try on costumes, look behind the scenes and take home a gift at the Driftwood Players open house Sunday.
Date: 03/12/2012 | Life
Web shows aim to get kids stoked about food
Will kids be more willing to mind the peas and cukes of proper eating if they're taught to get excited about food, cooking and nutrition via their computer screens? Two new Web series are banking that kids are hungry to know that both good food and good times can be had in the kitchen.
Date: 03/12/2012 | Life
Everett’s Shack Art Center offers clay day Saturday
Folks at the Schack are opening their art center up again, this time for a full day of playing with clay where visitors can attend family-friendly workshops to learn to make a clay mask or fire and take home their own raku pot.
Date: 03/12/2012 | Life
Pioneer Craft Show turns back clock in Monroe
Families visiting the Pioneer Craft Show will take a step back in time and see first hand how to load a pre-1840 firearm, how to spin a wool blanket and the many kinds of things blacksmiths made back in the day.
Date: 03/09/2012 | Entertainment
2 fun plays for the family
See 'Frog Prince,' 'Junie B. Jones' in Everett
Date: 03/09/2012 | Entertainment
Evening of spaghetti and swing benefits Stanwood groups
CAMANO ISLAND -- Fundraisers to support the Stanwood Area Historical Society, Safe Harbor Free Clinic and the tourism department of the Stanwood Chamber of Commerce are scheduled for Saturday.
Date: 03/08/2012 | Local News
All aboard Whatcom Easter Train
Sometimes the Easter Bunny travels by train. Vintage train.And you get the chance to travel along to if you book a ride on the Lake Whatcom County Railway's special Easter Train.
Date: 03/05/2012 | Life
Get the kids to help make these buttery cookies
These buttery, rich vanilla shortbread cookies take just minutes to pull together. Once the dough is mixed, it's just a matter of scooping it onto the baking sheet and pressing it flat with the bottom of a glass or measuring cup. It's an ideal cookie to make with the kids.
Date: 03/05/2012 | Life
It's game on for geek girls at AFK Tavern
Girls, it's time to get your game on.Board game that is.The gaming groups GeekGirlCon and Dragonflight are inviting geek girls to test their mettle during a board game party Sunday at AFK Tavern in Everett.
Date: 03/05/2012 | Life
Arlington painting the town purple in Relay for Life fundraiser
ARLINGTON -- The people at City Hall were not to be outdone.
Date: 03/02/2012 | Local News
Celebrate, and eat, mussels in Coupeville this weekend
Head to Coupeville this weekend to celebrate Penn Cove's bountiful bivalve.The Penn Cove MusselFest runs from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. tonight, 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Date: 03/02/2012 | Entertainment
Teatro Zinzanni’s ‘Caliente’ delights but the drab dinner disappoints
"Caliente," the latest Teatro Zinzanni show, brings some of the weighty issues of race, immigration, corporate raiding and unemployment to the century-old spiegeltent.
Date: 03/02/2012 | Entertainment
Marysville nursery to host berry day for kids
Those at The Plant Farm nursery in Marysville know berry season is one that little gardeners really enjoy.So why not make them a part of the berry experience, beyond just the eating part?The Plant Farm is hosting a special seminar geared to young gardeners called "Berry Good Berries."
Date: 02/27/2012 | Life
Kids’ Resources
Everett Public Library: Main branch, 2702 Hoyt Ave., 425-257-8030; Evergreen branch, 9512 Evergreen Way, 425-257-8250; www.epls.org. Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Wednesday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday; 1 to 5 p.m. Sundays.
Date: 02/27/2012 | Life
Kenya Safari Acrobats swing into Edmonds
The term "acrobats" hardly seems to cover it.The Kenya Safari Acrobats perform a nonstop spectacle of gravity-defying human pyramids, balancing, limbo dancing -- with fire -- hurling through hoops and eye-popping contortions.
Date: 02/24/2012 | Entertainment
Old favorite's new spin
Harlem Globetrotters bring new faces to Comcast Arena
Date: 02/24/2012 | Entertainment
Equine magic of 'Cavalia' extended at Marymoor Park
It would seem audiences can't get enough of "A Magical Encounter Between Human and Horse."Even after the sale of nearly 60,000 tickets, performances for "Cavalia" are being extended for a third and final time through March 4 at Marymoor Park.
Date: 02/24/2012 | Entertainment
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