Special events
Snohomish and Island counties
Multicultural Family Fair: The fifth annual event celebrates the diversity of the community with songs, dancing, stories and arts and crafts, noon to 5 p.m. April 22, Lynnwood Convention Center, 3711 196th St. SW, Lynnwood; 425-670-8984, ext. 4.
Dance Festival: Dance performances from children ages 12 through 18, 11 a.m., 2:30 p.m., 7 p.m. April 22, Marysville-Pilchuck High School, 5611 108th St. NE, Marysville; www.dancefestival2006.com.
Psychic fair: Readings, mediation workshops, 1 to 5 p.m. April 22, 2 p.m. workshop, $10 donation per reading. CDM Psychic Institute, 2402 Summit Ave., Everett; 425-258-1449, www.c-d-m.org.
Spring Fling: Everett Norwegian Male Chorus annual event featuring entertainment, open mike session, Norwegian buffet, 5 p.m. April 23, $15, $10 children, Normanna Hall, 2725 Oakes, Everett; 360-435-3144.
“Poetry Death Match”: Northwest Spokenword Lab presents a spoken word for teens and adults, 6:30 p.m. April 27. Mill Creek Library, 15429 Bothell-Everett Highway, Mill Creek; 425-337-4822.
Bingo: 11 a.m. first and third Mondays of month at Granville Grange, 9401 163rd St. NE, Granite Falls; 360-691-7867.
Everett Chess Club: 6 to 9 p.m. Tuesdays. Free, open to all ages and skill levels. Espresso Americano, Everett Public Library, main branch, auditorium, 2702 Hoyt Ave., Everett; 425-514-3209, bradchess@hotmail.com.
Meditation hour: Weekly meditation to learn techniques in group setting, 7 p.m. Wednesdays, donations accepted, CDM Psychic Institute, 2401 Summit Ave., Everett; 425-258-1449.
Psychic and alternative health fair: Psychic readings, gift items, learn about Reiki, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. second Saturdays, free admission. Triway Grange Hall, 3509 Seattle Hill Road, Mill Creek; 425-338-3663.
Seattle and beyond
Mobile Negro Leagues Baseball Museum: “Times of Greatness,” featuring photos, videos, uniforms and other memorabilia, presented by Roadway Express, 5 to 8 p.m. April 21, 5:30 to 7 p.m. April 22, Safeco Field, across from the home plate entrance, Seattle.
Seattle Cherry Blossom &Japanese Cultural Festival: Oldest cultural festival at Seattle Center, April 21 through 23, Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle; 206-684-7200, www.seattlecenter.org.
2006 Swinomish Earth Enhancement Celebration: Assist with community enhancement projects, view educational displays, meet local artists, participate in cultural activities, traditional music and salmon lunch, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 22, Swinomish Social Services Building, 17337 Reservation Road, La Conner; 360-336-1931.
Benefits
Snohomish and Island counties
Scholarship benefit concert: Lakewood Education Foundation and Victory Music host Grammy award-winning Doug Smith, 6:30 p.m. April 22, $15. Lakewood High School Theatre, 17023 11th Ave. NE, Arlington; 425-344-3126.
A Touch of Class: Everett Dance Theatre;s annual gala features music and dance to benefit student scholarship programs, features Pacific Chamber Ballet, 8 p.m. April 21, $12, $10 advance. PUD Auditorium, 2320 California Ave., Everett; 425-348-5955.
“A Night in Old New Orleans”: Everett Symphony annual champagne reception, gala dinner and auction, 5 p.m. April 22, $75. Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Ave., Everett; 425-258-1605, www.everettsymphony.org.
Seattle and beyond
Friends of the Animals Foundation fundraiser: Annual event feature live entertainment, local celebrities, adoptable animals and silent auction, 1 to 3 p.m. April 22, West Seattle Golf Course, 4470 35th Ave. SW, Seattle; 206-938-1266.
Billboard
Snohomish and Island counties
Farmers market: County Village Shops seeks vendors for Farmer Market season held Fridays, May 19 through Sept. 29. 425-483-2250, www.countryvillagebothell.com.
Poochapalooza: Seeking vendors for the new dog-oriented Marysville Strawberry Festival activity June 18. 360-659-7664, www.maryfest.com.
Seattle and beyond
Volunteers needed: Cougar Mountain Zoo seeks volunteers 18 and older. 425-392-6278.
Call for pirates: Pirates of Treasure Island looking for a few good men and women. Must be 21 years old and enjoy working in parades, festivals and more. Email piratestreasisland@yahoo.com or call 206-992-7117.
Public dances
Snohomish and Island counties
Dance classes: Sponsored by the Boeing Employee’s Big Band Dance Club, beginner and intermediate lessons available, 6:45 p.m. beginner lessons, 7:45 p.m. intermediate lessons, Mondays, through May 8, $4. Everett Boeing Recreation Center, 6400 36th Ave. W., Everett; 425-334-2746.
Folk dance: Sno-King International Folk Dance Club, 7:30 p.m. April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 27. Cedar Valley Grange, 20526 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood; 425-889-0541.
Public dance: Harry Lindbeck plays smooth dance music, 1 to 4 p.m. Thursdays, $5. Normanna Hall, 2725 Oakes Ave., Everett; 425-252-0291.
Public dance: Versatones play from 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays at Normanna Hall, 2725 Oakes Ave., Everett. Cost is $4. 425-252-0291.
Public dance: Free dance lessons, 6 p.m., potluck, 7 p.m., dancing, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m., April 22. Dennis &Eddy Dance Band, Oakes St., Everett; 425-483-2560.
Scottish country dancing: No partner needed, Wednesdays at Rosehill Community Center, 304 Lincoln Ave., Mukilteo; 425-438-8977.
Square dancing: Checkerboard Squares holds beginning lessons from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sundays, $5, dances 8 to 11 p.m. second and fourth Saturdays, pre-rounds at 7:30 p.m., at Masonic Hall, 515 Dayton, Edmonds; 425-335-4671, 425-778-8472.
Square dancing: Dudes and Dolls Square Dance Club lessons, 7:30 p.m. Tuesdays. Cedar Valley Grange Hall, 20526 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood; 425-742-6334, 425-774-6574.
Square dancing: Sky Valley Whirlwinds Club dances 8 p.m. third Fridays from September through April and second Saturdays in May, pre-rounds at 7:30 p.m., $5. TriWay Grange Hall, 35th and Seattle Hill, Mill Creek. 360-794-8240.
Square dancing: Happy Hoppers Square Dance Club dances, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. first and third Saturdays. Stillaguamish Senior Center, 18038 Smokey Point Blvd., Arlington; 360-568-1176.
Square dancing: Whirlybirds Square Dance Club dances at 7:30 p.m. third Saturdays; lessons at 7:30 p.m. Thursdays. Hearing enhancement available. The Hayloft, 15320 35th Ave., Lynnwood; 425-745-1228, 425-513-1349.
Square dancing: With Stephen Cole, 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays at Fern Bluff Grange Hall, Highway 2 and Cascade St., Sultan; 360-793-0946.
Square dancing: With Doug Coleman, 1 to 3 p.m. Fridays, Everett Senior Center, 3025 Lombard, Everett; 425-334-2919.
Tango lessons: With Ina and Jon Howe, 6 p.m. Wednesdays, 1 p.m. Saturdays. Small donation. Everett Senior Activity Center, 3025 Lombard, Everett; 425-257-8780.
Seattle and beyond
Ballroom dance: Dancing with a live band, 1 to 3 p.m. Wednesdays. $4. Northshore Senior Center, 10201 E. Riverside Drive, Bothell; 425-487-2441.
Square dancing: The Freewheelers Square Dance Club mainstream square dances for singles and couple, 7 to 10 p.m. first and third Sundays. Classes available. Richmond Masonic Hall, N. 185th and Linden Ave. N., Shoreline; 425-673-0858.
Singles
Snohomish and Island counties
Everett Mountaineers Singles: Social group for singles, offers hiking, walks, dining, golf, cross-country skiing, snow shoeing and dancing. Meets second Wednesdays of each month at Alfy’s, 9620 19th Ave. SE, Everett. Email singles@everettmountaineers.org.
Non Smoking Single 60’s Group: Activities include bowling, bridge/card games, tours, movies, plays, dining out and potlucks; 425-335-5936, 425-357-1417.
Sno-Co Singles: Active social group for ages 40 and older. Events include dining, dances, potlucks and games. Breakfast, 10 a.m. Saturdays at the Village Inn, 8525 Evergreen Way, Everett. Call Carmen, 425-710-0082.
Zoos and Wildlife
Seattle and beyond
Cougar Mountain Zoological Park: 19525 SE 54th St., Issaquah; 425-392-6278, www.cougarmountainzoo.org. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays. $8.50, $7 seniors, $6 ages 2 to 12. Seeking volunteers.
Northwest Trek Wildlife Park: 11610 Trek Drive E., Eatonville; 360-832-6117, www.nwtrek.org. $12, $11 seniors, $8 ages 5-17, $5 ages 3-4. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. Animal care camp, 8 a.m. to noon May 6, $70. Migratory madness, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 6 and 7, $12. Free-roaming area keeper tour, 8 to 10 a.m. May 7, $35, $22 ages 5 through 12. Mother’s Day breakfast, 8:30 to 11 a.m. May 14, $25, $13 ages 3 through 12, reservations required. Bears in your backyard, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 20, $12. Photo tour for adults, 8 to 10 a.m. May 28, $35, reservations required.
Point Defiance Zoo &Aquarium: 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma; 253-591-5337, www.pdza.org. $8.75, $8 seniors, $7 ages 4 to 13. Earth Day Party, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 22 and 23. 16th annual “Mom &Me At The Zoo,” 9:30 to 3:30 p.m. May 13, $8 includes a T-shirt, entertainment, activities and treats.
Seattle Aquarium: 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle; 206-386-4300, www.seattleaquarium.org. $12, $8 ages 6 to 12, $5 ages 3 to 5. Sucia Island Adventure, May 6, $75, $70 ages 7 through 12. Migratory Bird weekend, May 6 and 7.
The Whale Museum: 62 First St. N., Friday Harbor; 360-378-4710, www.whalemuseum.org. To report whale sightings: 800-562-8832.
Woodland Park Zoo: 5500 Phinney Ave. N, Seattle; 206-684-4800, www.zoo.org. $10.50, $7.50 ages 3 through 12, toddlers free, $4 parking. Markets
Markets
Snohomish and Island counties
Everett Farmers Market: Spring Garden Market, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, through May 28. 1600 W. Marine View Drive, Everett; 425-921-3392.
Seattle and beyond
Ballard Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sundays, year round. 5300 Ballard Ave. NW, Seattle; 206-781-6776, www.fremontmarket.com.
Pike Place Market: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sundays, year round. Pike Street and Pike Place, Seattle; www.pikeplacemarket.org.
West Seattle Farmers Market: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sundays April 30 through Dec. 17. Alaska Junction, corner of Alaska and California, in the parking lot behind Key Bank; 206-632-5234, www.seattlefarmersmarkets.org.
Museums
Snohomish and Island counties
Blackman House Museum: 118 Ave. B, Snohomish; 360-568-5235. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, through mid-December.
Edmonds Historical Museum: 118 Fifth Ave. N., Edmonds City Hall, Edmonds; 425-774-0900, www.historicedmonds.org. 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday. $2 adults, $1 children; group tours available. “The Changing Face of Edmonds” and “Our Maritime Heritage,” ongoing.
Imagine Children’s Museum: 1502 Wall St., Everett; 425-258-1006, www.imaginecm.org. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. $6, free 12 months and younger.
Island County Historical Museum: 908 NW Alexander, Coupeville; 360-678-3310. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. “Our Towns: A Look At Island County’s History,” exhibit about Whidbey Island from the mid-to-late 19th century to present day, through 2007.
Lake Stevens Historical Museum: 1802 124th Ave. NE, Lake Stevens; 425-334-3873. 1 to 4 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays. Exhibits include a house built in 1903 by the Rucker brothers.
Monroe Historical Society Museum: Old City Hall, 207 E. Main St., Monroe; 360-794-7382. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturdays, 1 to 4 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays.
Museum of Snohomish County History: 1913 Hewitt Ave., Everett. 425-259-2022, www.snocomuseum.org. 1 to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. Current exhibit: “Industry on Parade: Early Enterprise in Snohomish County.”
Stanwood Area History Museum: 27112 102nd Ave. NW, Stanwood; 360-629-6110, www.sahs-fncc.org. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fridays, 1 to 4 p.m. Sundays and Wednesdays. The Museum and D.O. Pearson House feature historical exhibits. Current exhibit: “Steamers, Ships &Shorelines: A Historical Photograph Tour of Stanwood &Camano Island.”
Stillaguamish Valley Pioneer Museum: 20722 67th Ave. NE, Arlington; 360-435-7289. 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday; tours and presentations for large groups and school children available.
Seattle and beyond
American Museum of Radio and Electricity: 1312 Bay St., Bellingham; 360-738-3886, www.americanradiomuseum.org. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, $5.
Burke Museum of Natural History &Culture: University of Washington, NE 45th Street and 17th Avenue NE, Seattle; 206-543-5590, www.burkemuseum.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, to 8 p.m. first Thursdays. $8, $6.50 seniors, $5 students. “Toi Maori: The Eternal Thread,” through May 29.
Children’s Museum: 305 Harrison St., Seattle; 206-441-1768, www.thechildrensmuseum.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $7.50, $6 grandparents. “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood – A Hands-on Exhibit,” through May 7.
Experience Music Project: 325 Fifth Ave. N., Seattle; 206-770-2700, www.emplive.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. $19.95, $15.95 seniors and ages 13 to 17, $14.95 ages 7 to 12.
La Conner Quilt Museum: Located inside Gaches Mansion, 703 S. Second St., La Conner; 360-466-4288. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays, noon to 4 p.m. Sundays, $4.
Museum of Flight: 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle; 206-764-5720, www.museumofflight.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, Thursday to 9 p.m. $14 adults, $13 seniors 65+, $7.50 ages 5-17, ages 4 and younger free.
Museum of History &Industry (MOHAI): 2700 24th Ave. E., Seattle; 206-324-1126, www.seattlehistory.org. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Nordic Heritage Museum: 3014 NW 67th St., Seattle; 206-789-5707, www.nordicmuseum.com. $6, $5 seniors, $4 children.
Northwest Railway Museum: Depot at 38625 SE King St., Snoqualmie; 425-888-3030, www.trainmuseum.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays through Mondays. An 1890s depot with exhibits and bookstore.
Olympic Flight Museum: 7637-A Old Highway 99 SE, Olympia; 360-705-3925, www.olympicflightmuseum. com. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays.
Pacific Science Center: 200 Second Ave. N., Seattle; 206-443-2001, www.pacsci.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. $9.50 exhibits, $7 seniors and juniors; $8 IMAX, $7 seniors and juniors; $14.50 exhibits and IMAX, $12 seniors and juniors; $5 Thursday laser light shows; $7.50 Friday and Saturday laser light shows.
Science Fiction Museum &Hall of Fame: 325 Fifth Ave. N, located with Experience Music Project; 206-724-3428, www.sfhomeworld.org. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Fridays through Sundays. $12.95, $8.95 ages 7 to 17 and seniors. Combined tickets with Experience Music Project available. “Star Trek: The Show That Changed The World!,” 40th anniversary gala celebration and conference, Sept. 8 through 10, $95 to $995.
Skagit County Historical Museum,: 501 Fourth St., La Conner; 360-466-3365, www.skagitcounty.net/museum. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays.
Washington State History Museum: 1911 Pacific Ave., Tacoma; 888-238-4373, www.wshs.org. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays, noon to 5 p.m. Sundays, to 8 p.m. third Thursdays. $8, $7 seniors, $6 student and military.
Whatcom County Museum of History &Art: 121 Prospect St., Bellingham; 360-676-6981, www.whatcommuseum.org. “Contrasting Objectives: Fifteen Pacific Northwest Photographers,” through Sept. 10.
Wing Luke Asian Museum: 407 Seventh Ave. S., Seattle; 206-623-5124, www.wingluke.org. 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays, noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. $4, $3 seniors/students, $2 5 to 12.
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