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March 7-9, 2014

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Dinosaur Day at Burke Museum
SAT See the newly discovered mammoth tusk from South Lake Union! Dinosaur experts, fossils, hands-on activities for all ages at Burke Museum of Natural History & Culture at UW. Map
(www.burkemuseum.org)

Issaquah Wine Walk
FRI Enjoy music, art and wines from local boutique wineries poured in various designated tasting locations up and down Front Street, Issaquah. Map
(http://www.downtownissaquah.com/)

Polar Science Weekend
FRI-SUN Presented in partnership with the University of Washington’s Applied Physics Laboratory, students, families and guests of all ages will enjoy three action-packed days of hands-on activities, demonstrations, exhibits and more – all transporting you into the extreme environments of the Arctic and Antarctic. At the Pacific Science Center. Map
(www.pacificsciencecenter.org)

Everett Home and Garden Show
FRI-SUN Home building and remodeling ideas, vendors and information for your home, garden and yard at Comcast Arena. Map
(www.everetthomegardenshow.com)

Tacoma Remodeling Expo
FRI-SUN Explore hundreds of exhibits on remodeling kitchens, baths, outdoor spaces and more at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center. Directions & Parking
(homeshowcenter.com)

International Gem & Jewelry Show
FRI-SUN Diamonds, silver, gold, necklaces, estate jewelry, watches and more at Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. Map
(www.intergem.com)

Children’s Story Program at the Elisabeth C. Miller Library
SAT Programs are presented one Saturday a month for children ages 3 to 8 and their families. All ages are welcome. 10:30 AM at the UW Elisabeth C. Miller Library. Map
(depts.washington.edu/hortlib/index.shtml)

Northwest Perennial Alliance March Mania Plant Sale
SAT March Mania is one of the first big plant sales of the year in the Seattle area. It features spring ephemerals, which are plants that are unique to early spring. At the Bellevue Botanical Gardens Map
(www.northwestperennialalliance.org)

Daylight Savings Time begins
SUN Set your clocks ahead one hour on Sunday.

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February 28 – March 2, 2014

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Northwest Outdoor Adventure Expo
FRI-SUN More than 125 exhibitors including apparel, equipment and accessories manufacturers, as well as onsite adventures for attendees such as an indoor zip line, paddle pool and rock wall. Directions
(www.nwoutdooradventureexpo.com)

Poverty Bay Wine Festival
FRI-SUN Enjoy live musical entertainment and the historic setting while tasting wines from over twenty Washington State Wineries and sampling delicacies from local food merchants. Hosted by the The Rotary Club of Des Moines at the Landmark Event Center in Des Moines. Directions
(www.dmrotary.org)

Seattle Golf & Travel Show
FRI-SUN The largest consumer golf & travel show on the west coast with over 200 exhibitors, travel destinations, manufacturer’s representatives and demonstrators. At Centurylink Field Event Center. Directions
(www.seattlegolfshow.com)

Seattle International Bicycle Expo
SAT-SUN Cascade Bicycle Club event celebrating cycling with largest consumer bicycle show in the United States! Expect more than 300 exhibits of bikes, gear, travel, health and fitness. At the Smith Cove Cruise Terminal. Map
(www.cascade.org)

Snohomish Wine Festival
SAT The Festival will showcase 19 wineries from Oregon and Washington and will include many of the Snohomish area wineries. Guests will receive a commemorative wine glass, wine tastings, appetizers from local area restaurants and caterers, and entertainment by Back Porch Blues Unplugged and Bubbles & Fog at A Manor of Wine. Map
(www.snohomishwinefestival.com)

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February 21-23, 2014

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Seattle Home Show
THRU FEB 23 America’s Biggest Open House, will have over 500 home and garden displays, daily Meet the Experts seminars, New Products Pavilion area, Made in America feature and wine tasting. Show exhibits will feature model kitchens and bath vignettes, the newest in building products and materials, landscape displays, living green, arts & crafts and home decorating ideas. At CenturyLink Field Event Center. Directions
(www.seattlehomeshow.com)

Chocolate on the Beach Festival
FRI-SUN Five miles of chocolate at various venues from Copalis Beach to Moclips, with chocolate themed events. Map
(www.chocolateonthebeachfestival.com)

Pacific Northwest Yo-Yo Championships
FRI-SAT Championship level yo-yo players come to Seattle Center to compete for the title of Pacific Northwest Regional
Champion in the seventh annual Pacific Northwest Yo-Yo Championships. Directions
(northwestyoyo.com/)

LaConner Smelt Derby
SAT Smelt Fishing, pancake breakfast, art & antique shopping, family fun in scenic LaConner. Map
(www.laconnerrotary.org/)

Seattle Food and Wine Experience
SUN A new showcase for food and wine in the Northwest with wine from more than 10 countries as well as artisan breweries and culinary exhibitors plus live music at Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. Map
(www.seattlefoodandwineexperience.com)

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February 14-16, 2014

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Seattle Home Show
SAT-FEB 23 America’s Biggest Open House, will have over 500 home and garden displays, daily Meet the Experts seminars, New Products Pavilion area, Made in America feature and wine tasting. Show exhibits will feature model kitchens and bath vignettes, the newest in building products and materials, landscape displays, living green, arts & crafts and home decorating ideas. At CenturyLink Field Event Center. Directions
(www.seattlehomeshow.com)

National Parks Free Entrance Days
SAT-MON Free admission at Mount Rainier National Park, Olympic National Park and all other National parks. In celebration of Presidents Day. Find a Park
(http://www.nps.gov/index.htm)

Seattle International Motorcycle Show
FRI-SUN Commercial show with custom bike show, stunts, seminars and more. At the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle. Map
(www.motorcycleshows.com)

PNW Rain Festival
SAT Decorated umbrella contest, rain-themed poetry, Fairhaven Rain Festival Queen and court at Fairhaven Village Green in Bellingham. Map
(www.fairhaven.com)

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January 31 – February 2, 2014

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Seattle Boat Show
THRU FEB 02 Display and sale of all kinds of watercraft and seminars at CenturyLink Field Event Center and on the water at South Lake Union. Map
(www.seattleboatshow.com)

Children’s Film Festival Seattle
THRU FEB 02 The best and brightest in international children’s cinema with live performances, animation, features, and hands-on workshops for the filmmakers of tomorrow. At NW Film Forum on Capitol Hill in Seattle. Map
(www.nwfilmforum.org)

Belgianfest
SAT breweries pouring more than 50 Belgian-style beers at Bell Harbor International Conference Center. Pier 66 Seattle. Map
(www.washingtonbeer.com)

Seattle International District Lunar New Year Celebration
SAT Celebrate the Year of the Horse with dragon dance, food walk, children’s costume parade and live reptile show At Hing Hay Park. Map
(www.cidbia.org)

NW Model Railroad Show
SAT-SUN Model Railroad Show and swap meet to benefit Snohomish County 4-H Clubs. At the Evergreen State Fairground in Monroe. Map
(www.unwclub.org)

Snohomish Slew GroundFrog Day
SAT See if Snohomish Slew the frog sees his shadow to predict the coming of spring in a local version of Groundhog Day, with ceremony and kid friendly activities. At the National Guard Armory Building in Snohomish. Map
(groundfrogday.com)

Groundhog Day 2014
SUN According to legend, if the groundhog sees his shadow there will be six more weeks of winter. If he does not see his shadow there will be an early spring.
(www.groundhog.org)

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January 24-26, 2014

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Seattle Boat Show
FRI-FEB 02 Display and sale of all kinds of watercraft and seminars at CenturyLink Field Event Center and on the water at South Lake Union. Map
(www.seattleboatshow.com)

Mariners FanFest
SAT-SUN Q&A sessions with Mariner players and coaches, interactive baseball experiences, club and field access, Mariner Hall of Fame and History of Baseball in The Northwest exhibit, meet the Mariner Moose and other kids’ activities at Safeco Field. Map
(www.mariners.com)

Children’s Film Festival Seattle
THRU FEB 02 The best and brightest in international children’s cinema with live performances, animation, features, and hands-on workshops for the filmmakers of tomorrow. At NW Film Forum on Capitol Hill in Seattle. Map
(www.nwfilmforum.org)

Skagit Eagle Festival Week 4
SAT-SUN Guided walks, photography workshops, arts & crafts sales, tours, raft trips, dance performance and music. About 2 hrs north of Seattle in Concrete, WA. Map
(http://concrete-wa.com)

Hawaii Weekend at Seattle Aquarium
SAT-SUN Featuring Hawaiian entertainment, hands-on activities and special diver shows. Dress in your best Aloha wear and come enjoy Aloha spirit at the Aquarium. Map
(target=”_blank”>www.seattleaquarium.org)

Ursulmas Medieval Faire
FRI-SUN A full weekend of events including fighting, crafts, Bards, archery, youth activities and merchants at the Evergreen State Fairgrounds in Monroe Map
(www.aquaterra.antir.sca.org)

Washington Sportsman’s Show
WED-SUN Fishing, hunting, camping equipment and vendors plus kids’ activities and seminars at the Puyallup Fair and Events Center. Map
(www.otshows.com)

Tacoma Home & Garden Show
THU-SUN Display gardens, home decorating and improvement exhibits, vendors and seminars and more at the Tacoma Dome. Map
(www.otshows.com)

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January 17-20, 2014

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Bavarian Ice Festival in Leavenworth
SAT-SUN A weekend grab bag of invigorating outdoor events includes snow sculpture, tug o’ war, an ice cube scramble for kids six and under, the great Frisbee sweep, and Leavenworth’s famous Smooshing Contest. Map
(www.leavenworth.org)

Skagit Eagle Festival Week 3
SAT-SUN Guided walks, photography workshops, arts & crafts sales, tours, raft trips, dance performance and music. About 2 hrs north of Seattle in Concrete, WA. Map
(http://concrete-wa.com)

MOHAI Family Day
SAT Sample MOHAI’s terrific educational programs, try some hands-on crafts, and enjoy special performances and guest appearances. Map
(www.mohai.org)

Hawaii Weekend at Seattle Aquarium
SAT Featuring Hawaiian entertainment, hands-on activities and special diver shows. Dress in your best Aloha wear and come enjoy Aloha spirit at the Aquarium. Map
(www.seattleaquarium.org)

Lasting Homes Expo
SUN Get answers to your questions on home repair, maintenance, remodels and design! Northgate Mall. Map
(lastinghome.com)

Model Train Show
SAT-MON A Northwest family tradition for 36 years, the Model Railroad Show brings many creative layouts and different scales of models for you to enjoy at the Pacific Science Center. Map
(www.pacsci.org)

Northwest Bridal Showcase
SAT-SUN Bridal suite open house, professional displays, fashion shows and gown sale at Tulalip Resort. Map
(nwbridalshowcase.com)

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January 10-12, 2014

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Ski Areas Open
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Winter Trails Days
SAT Free snowshoe tours and demos! Kids are welcome and no experience is necessary to enjoy this family friendly event. At Snoqualmie Summit. Map
(www.mountaineers.org)

Seattle Wedding Show
SAT-SUN Wedding vendors including florists, bakeries, ministers, musicians, gowns and more at the Washington State Convention Center. Map
(www.weddingshow.com)

Winter Friends Children’s Story Program at UW
SAT 10:30AM – For those who wonder where animals go when the weather gets frosty, these stories offer factual information as well as imaginative fun. After the stories, make a winter habitat tree. All ages are welcome. At the Elisabeth C. Miller Library on the UW Campus. Map
(depts.washington.edu/hortlib/index.shtml)

Skagit Eagle Festival Week 2
SAT-SUN Guided walks, photography workshops, arts & crafts sales, tours, raft trips, dance performance and music. About 2 hrs north of Seattle in Concrete, WA. Map
(http://concrete-wa.com)

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January 3-5, 2014

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Seattle Home Remodeling Expo
FRI-SUN Experts showcase everything for the home including cabinetry, flooring, additions, basements, energy efficiency and more at the Washington State Convention Center. Directions and Parking
(www.homeshowcenter.com)

Puyallup Home & Garden Show
FRI-SUN Find the latest in kitchen, bath, garden and decor all in one place, the Puyallup Fair and Events Center. Map
(www.thefair.com)

Skagit Eagle Festival Week 1
SAT-SUN Guided walks, photography workshops, arts & crafts sales, tours, raft trips, dance performance and music. About 2 hrs north of Seattle in Concrete, WA. Map
(http://concrete-wa.com)

Bainbridge Island Mochi Tsuki Festival
SUN Traditional Japanese New Years celebration with making and eating the sweet rice treat mochi at Islandwood school on Bainbridge Island. Map
(www.bijac.org)

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December 13-15, 2013

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Christmas Ship onshore viewing
See the lighted and decorated Christmas ship and listen to the live choir. Many onshore viewing locations have bonfires.
FRI:
o 7:15-7:35 Shilshole Bay
o 8:00-8:20 Blue Ridge
o 8:35-8:55 Carkeek Park
SAT:
o 4:20-4:40 Medina
o 5:30-5:50 Houghton Beach
o 8:55-9:15 Sheridan Beach Club
o 9:45-10:05 Matthew Beach Park
SUN:
o 5:15-5:35 Carillon Point
o 6:25-6:45 Meydenbauer Bay
(www.argosycruises.com)

MEHVA Santa’s Lights Tour
SAT Santa Claus takes time out from his busy schedule at the North Pole for a 3-hour tour of Seattle’s best Christmas lights. Buses depart at 7 p.m. from 2nd Ave. S. and S. Main St., across from the Seattle Fire Department Headquarters. Map
(www.mehva.org)

Geminid Meteor Shower Peaks
FRI-SAT This is one of the best meteor showers of the year and never seems to disappoint observers.

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