The Lights of Christmas: The festival continues 5 to 10 p.m. through Dec. 29 at Warm Beach Camp, 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood. More than 1 million Christmas lights, dazzling displays, live music, theater, pony and train rides, petting zoo, Santa, Bruce the Spruce. Tickets are $13-18. Children 3 and younger get in free. More at www.thelightsofchristmas.com.
Walking Talk: Explore the Focke-Wulf 190 A-5 at 1 p.m. Jan. 11 at the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum at Paine Field, 3407 109th St. SW, Everett. The German fighter plane from World War II was one of the most feared in the war and the most advanced of its time. The tour and 30-minute talk led by docent Glenn Humann is free with admission to the museum. Tickets are $18 adults or $12 youth. Children 5 and younger get in free. Call 206-342-4242 or go to www.flyingheritage.org.
The Mossyback Morris Men: 2 p.m. Jan. 12, Everett Public Library auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave. in Everett. The Morris is a colorful mix of street theater and dance that has been performed for centuries to spread good cheer within the darkness of winter.Their spirited dances include large sticks which they clash together, handkerchiefs for flicking the devil in the eye, suspenders, colored streamers and jingling bells on their shins. Depending on the dance, they might don antlers or ride a hobby horse. The event is free. More at 425-257-8000 or tinyurl.com/Ev-Mossy
Starlight Beach Walk: Join Discovery Programs staff and the WSU Snohomish County Extension Beach Watchers for an evening of winter discovery under the stars from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at Olympic Beach, 200 Admiral Way, Edmonds. Meet at the base of the fishing pier. Explore the beach as the tide goes out, then go to the visitor station to enjoy hot beverages to take the chill off. Bring a flashlight and dress for the weather. Sturdy footwear or rubber boots are recommended. The event is free. Call 425-771-0227.
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Schack Art Center: 2921 Hoyt Ave., Everett; 425-259-5050. Mark your calendar: Teen Nights are from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 20, March 19, April 30 and May 21. Or sign up for Schack classes, which include drawing, printmaking, basketry, jewelry and metalsmithing, encaustic painting, fused glass and blown glass. Go to www.schack.org to learn more.
Imagine Children’s Museum: The museum offers hands-on exhibits for kids 1-12, plus a water-play area and a rooftop playground. Hours are 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 are free admission nights. Play indoors from 5:30 to 9 p.m. at no cost. More at www.imaginecm.org or 425-258-1006.
Museum of Pop Culture: The museum (formerly EMP) at the Seattle Center, 325 Fifth Ave. N., has exhibits about science fiction and fantasy, Jimi Hendrix, Nirvana, “Star Trek,” indie games, horror films and more. The newest exhibit is “Minecraft: The Exhibition,” open through Sept. 7. Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. More at www.mopop.org.
MOHAI: The Museum of History & Industry is at 860 Terry Ave., at the south end of Lake Union, Seattle. Through Jan. 26, “Beyond Bollywood: Indian Americans Shape the Nation,” explores that rich heritage and the diverse contributions of Indian immigrants and their descendants. More at www.mohai.org.
Hibulb Cultural Center: The interactive displays introduce you to the legacy of the Tulalip people by giving you a historic perspective of the bands that make up the Tulalip Tribes. These stories are told in Lushootseed and English. Currently in the main gallery is “Interwoven History: Coast Salish Wool.” Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; noon to 5 p.m. weekends. Free first Thursdays until 8 p.m.; 6410 23rd Ave. NE, Tulalip; 360-716-2635; www.hibulbculturalcenter.org.
ZOOS & AQUARIUMS
Outback Kangaroo Farm: 10030 Highway 530, east of Arlington. Take a tour of the farm to see kangaroos, alpacas, flying squirrels, peacocks, wallaroos and more. Call 360-403-7474. More at www.outbackkangaroofarm.com.
The Reptile Zoo: The zoo is at 22715 U.S. 2, east of Monroe. Get hands-on with lizards, snakes, an albino alligator and other reptiles. More information at www.thereptilezoo.org.
Seattle Aquarium: 1483 Alaskan Way, Pier 59, Seattle. Dec. 26 to Jan. 5, Winter Fishtival. Hands-on activities, special talks, and opportunities to learn more about the marine animals at the Aquarium and in Puget Sound. Each day will feature a different sea animal and activities. More at www.seattleaquarium.org.
Woodland Park Zoo: Wild Lights, the annual holiday lights festival, returns with sparkling lights, faux snowball fights, up-close animal encounters, hot chocolate and family events from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. through Jan. 5. Admission is adults (13-64) $15.50; child (3-12) $10.50; toddler (0-2) free. The zoo is at 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle. Enter through west entrance on Phinney Avenue N. Parking $6. Call 206-548-2500. More at www.zoo.org.
GO SEE DO
High Trek Adventures: Ride an aerial ropes course and zip lines at Paine Field Community Park, 11928 Beverly Park Road, Everett. There are three levels of difficulty, with 60 different obstacles. The longest zip line travels 250 feet. It’s for ages 4 and up. More at www.hightrekeverett.com.
Summit Everett: The climbing gym at 2820 Rucker Ave. features top rope climbing, auto belay and bouldering. It’s open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. More at www.summiteverett.com.
Paine Field: The Snohomish County Airport is home to several aviation attractions, including the Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour, Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum, Historic Flight Foundation and the Museum of Flight Restoration Center. Find information at www.painefield.com/9/Visiting.
Northwest Stream Center: Want to see trout and crawfish? How about strolling in solitude on an elevated nature trail above a deep forest floor and surrounding wetlands next to a salmon stream? Visit the Northwest Stream Center in McCollum Park, 600 128th St. SE, Everett. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Last admission is at 3 p.m. Tickets are $5 students, $7 adults and $6 seniors. Free to members and children 4 and younger. Call 425-316-8592 or go to www.streamkeeper.org.
FAST & COOL
Everett Community Ice Rink: Skate on an NHL regulation ice sheet. Cheap skate times are 6 to 7:15 p.m. Monday, Thursday and Sunday, and open to skaters of all skill levels and interests. Group rates and punch cards available. Military discount is $1 off admission price. The ice rink is adjacent to the main Angel of the Winds Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Suite 200, Everett. Call 425-322-2653 or go to www.angelofthewindsarena.com.
Lynnwood Ice Center: Public ice skating sessions are offered at various times seven days a week at the ice skating rink, 19803 68th Ave. W., Lynnwood. Call 425-640-9999. More at lynnwoodicecenter.com.
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