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This weekend. . .
. . . you can have bites and bites of fun at the Bite of Seattle, the Northwest’s premier food festival.
Bringing you all the food, music, and entertainment that you can handle, this free event is a popular summer tradition.
In response to public demand, this year the Bite has […]
If you feel like you’re racing through the day, the Speed exhibit at the Pacific Science Center will be just your. . . well, speed!
With interactive displays suitable for all ages, and an underlying educational message that encompasses math, velocity, acceleration, friction, and technology, it’s easy to see why this exhibit is a visitor favorite.
Don’t […]
This Weekend. . .
. . . commemorate the storming of the Bastille with celebratory events that a part of Seattle’s Bastille Day Festival.
The French Revolution is long over, but the celebration lives on with events both solemn and festive.
In Seattle, festivities kick off on Saturday evening with the Bal des Pompiers, or […]
Did you know that the Children’s Poet Laureate lives here in the Seattle area?
Honestly, I didn’t even know there was a Children’s Poet Laureate – but after learning that it’s a recently established award (2006), I don’t feel too badly about my lack knowledge.
Currently heading into the home stretch of a two year term […]
Whether you are staying in Seattle this 4th of July weekend, or traveling around our fair state, there are lots of community celebrations that you can choose from.
Seattle’s festivities will be at Lake Union Gas Work’s Park (www.familyfourth.org), and Tacoma’s along the Ruston Way Waterfront (www.freedomfair.com).
If you’re headed out of town, here are a few […]
On a typical day, Pioneer Square is full of business people going a hundred different directions, shoppers, tourists, and, since I believe in honesty here — a few men and women who call the park benches there home.
This is a great area to explore, whether you are a visitor or resident, as the area […]
This weekend. . .
. . . enjoy the food, drink, and entertainment of the Taste of Tacoma! And since the weather is supposed to be warm and sunny, it will be a great way to enjoy the weekend.
The Taste of Tacoma is one giant family picnic – without the annoying relatives! There are […]
Trees are an important part of saving our planet. They absorb carbon dioxide emissions, filter air pollution, and reduce noise pollution. They provide a habitat for birds and wildlife. They provide shade in warm weather, and act as a buffer from winds in the bad weather. And they make our neighborhoods look nice, too!
If […]
Catch a movie beneath the stars starting this Saturday night, at the Fremont Outdoor Movies.
Singles, families and couple set up viewing sites, bring seating that ranges from camping equipment to couches from the living room. Theme nights add in the twist of costumes and prizes, and some special entertainment provided by the cast of […]
This weekend. . .
. . .celebrate the Summer Solstice in our own “Center of the Universe” – Fremont!
What would you expect from the funky and friendly neighborhood of Fremont, but a festival that celebrates the very best of what the city has to offer?! It’s a weekend of community – art, spirit, and working […]
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Written by Mary Jo Manzanares [email] for b5media.
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