Archive for the family attractions category
November 19th, 2007 by merrill j
Volunteers, Christmas 2006
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In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I thought I’d share a family that we’ve started in recent years. We volunteer to serve others before we serve ourselves on Thanksgiving. Whether we’re volunteering to serve dinner at a shelter or delivering meals to those in need, we find it personally gratifying to serve those who are having particularly difficult times. I’d like to encourage readers to please consider volunteering for one of your community organizations. The local and are two good organizations. Local churches in your communities ususally also have holiday meal programs. From our family to yours, have a happy Thanksgiving!
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November 8th, 2007 by jamie a
November 1- November 10
At the Howard/Mandville Galleries, the is underway. The paintings, 11 x 14 or smaller, have been created by over 100 different artists.
Thursday, November 8 (9 am) - Friday, November 9 (9 am)
At the Center on Contemporary Art, you can watch artists in action at the . On Friday, there will be an auction held for the works completed from 5:30 - 9:30 pm.
Saturday, November 10 - Monday, November 11
Join the Seattle Aquarium for ! Hear live presentations from local scientists, meteorologists, and researchers and participate in some great interactive experiments.
October 19 - December 30
Take the kids to see at the Seattle Children’s Theatre. An adaptation of the beloved Roald Dahl book The BFG, kids will learn that “Friendship comes in all shapes and sizes, if we just keep our hearts open to it.”
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November 5th, 2007 by susan j
Hotel Max, photo courtesy of Hotels.com
Whether you’re bringing the family for a weekend of Seattle sightseeing or you’re doing business at the Seattle Trade Center, Seattle has just the right hotel to fit your needs. All of our picks are conveniently located downtown so you’ll have easy access to all of Seattle’s best attractions.
For those with kids… welcomes kids with a special goodie bag as part of the Westin Kids Club. Amenities include a heated indoor pool, a complimentary 24-four fitness facility, and three different restaurants. The Space Needle® and the Pacific Science Center are just two of the nearby attractions.
For those with pets… Hotel Monaco offers a pet-friendly package so you and you pooch can travel in style. You can even treat your dog to a monogrammed Hotel Monaco dog coat (a portion from each sale goes to the King County Human Society). If you choose not to bring a pet, the hotel will lend you a pet goldfish for the duration of your stay and the housekeeping staff will take care of it for you.
For the business traveler… the has over 1,200 guest rooms and 47 meeting rooms. The Sheraton also features an indoor whirlpool and heated lap pool, copy/printing services, valet parking, and dry cleaning. The Underground Tour and are nearby.
For the artistically inclined… Hotel Max offers the perfect mix of comfort and cutting edge art. Decorated with more than 350 original paintings and photographs by emerging artists from the Northwest, the Hotel Max experience is anything but ordinary. If you’d like to soak up even more culture, the Experience Music Project and 5th Avenue Musical Theatre are located nearby.
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November 1st, 2007 by jamie a
Saturday, November 3 (10 am - 4 pm)
Join the Burke Museum for the ! Pet a sea otter or touch the brain case of Moby Dick at this event that’s great for both families and adults.
Saturday, November 3 (6 pm - midnight)
Appreciate the art of Derek Johnson at the opening of his show, “.” At the Gilt Edge Society Gallery, admission is free and all the proceeds from prints and books sold go to help rebuild New Orleans.
Saturday, November 3 (8 pm)
Experience a night of modern dance with Ronald K. Brown’s amazing choreography in at the Moore Theatre.
Daily! (10 am - 2 pm)
Why not treat yourself this weekend to a and indulge your inner foodie? These tours highlight local businesses, history, and the vibrant culinary scene Seattle has to offer.
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October 31st, 2007 by susan j
If you’re visiting Seattle and still don’t have plans for Halloween, then it’s not too let to get in on the action later tonight. About.com has a list of resources for . You might also check out the Seattle Time’s . Happy Halloween!
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October 24th, 2007 by jamie a
Thursday, October 25 (7:30 pm)
The Seattle Symphony is performing renowned historical works to celebrate the Moore Theatre’s Centennial Series. Featured favorites include Mendelssohn, Mozart and Stravinsky.
Saturday, October 27 - Sunday, October 28 (10 am- 6 pm)
Head on over to the Pacific Science Center for Tricks, Treats & Science Feats! From giant pumpkin sculpting, snake demos, to haunted planetarium shows, you can celebrate Halloween with a scientific twist!
Saturday, October 27 (11 am- 2 pm)
Get your doggies dressed up and let them strut their stuff at Dog-o-Ween, sponsored by the Coalition for Off-Leash Areas. There’s a silent auction, food vendors, and a costume contest, so get ready to see some hilarious garb on both pets and owners alike.
Saturday, October 27- Sunday, October 28
Celebrate at Seattle Center with performance artists, altars, artwork and music. Food and dance will also be featured at the event, paying tribute to the countries of Latin America and creating a compelling and vibrant experience.
Sunday, October 28 (9:30 am - 5 pm)
Kids can trick or treat in the daytime at Trick or Treat on the Waterfront sponsored by the Seattle Aquarium. There’s also underwater pumpkin carving demonstrations, performances by Recess Monkey (three local schoolteachers making family-friendly tunes), along with refreshments and lots of fun!
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October 22nd, 2007 by susan j
Legend has it that the Seattle Museum of the Mysteries is haunted by resident ghost Peter Alexander Dunnovitch. Situated in Seattle’s Capital Hill area, this is the state’s only paranormal science museum.
Every Saturday and selected Fridays from 10 pm to midnight, brave souls can visit the museum for a “Haunted Lock-In” featuring antique ghost poke and a tour of Seattle’s first post-prohibition bar. Saturdays during October the Museum also offers the Capitol Hill Ghost Tour at 5 pm. This two hour tour includes stops at the Harvard Exit Theater, Lakeview Cemetary, and other historical sites around Capitol Hill. On Wednesday, October 31, the Seattle Museum of the Mysteries hosts a special Halloween seance.
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October 17th, 2007 by susan j
Havana / Madrid club souvenir photographic print frame given to guests, circa 1950s, courtesy of Johan Kugelberg.
Since it opened to a flurry of attention in 2000, Seattle’s Experience Music Project has brought popular music to life with interactive activities and special exhibits. The EMP is at it again with the opening of a new exhibit called American Sabor: Latinos in U.S. Popular Culture. This 5,000 square foot bilingual exhibit is the first of its kind.
American Sabor explores the role of Latinos in American popular music focusing on five major cities: New York City, Los Angeles, Miami, San Antonio and San Francisco. Through film clips, hands-on activities, and over 100 artifacts spanning six decades, visitors learn about the diverse contributions made by Latino musicians.
The EMP is conveniently located nearly several other other Seattle attractions including the Space Needle®, Pacific Place Shopping Center, and the Science Fiction Museum and Hall of Fame. Read more about the new exhibit in a Seattle Times article called
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October 8th, 2007 by susan j
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The 6th annual Dungeness Crab & Seafood Festival is scheduled for the coming weekend, October 13 and 14. Named for the Washingtonian village of Dungeness and set on the Port Angeles City pier and the Red Lion Hotel, the festivities include live musical performances, craft booths, and even a “grab a crab tank derby.” This event is a must for seafood lovers!
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