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May 17-19, 2013

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University District Street Fair
SAT-SUN More than 300 local arts & crafts vendors, food, street performers, music, kids’ play area and more. Map
(udistrictstreetfair.org)

Seattle International Film Festival
THRU JUN 09  The largest film festival in the United States featuring independent and foreign films. Venues
(www.siff.net)

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)

Auburn Petpalooza
SAT An event for pet lovers with live entertainment, Seattle Flydogs demos, pony rides, kids petting zoo, over 150 vendor booths, giveaways and lots of activities to keep both humans and pets entertained. Map
(www.auburnwa.gov)

An Evening With A Mystic
FRI Meet self-realized master Sadhguru Jaggi Vasudev, and listen to a blend of ancient wisdom and modern insight. Map Sadhguru
(www.ishausa.org/seattle/)

Poulsbo Viking Fest
FRI-SUN Annual parade, Viking Village, carnival, food and crafts in Poulsbo. Map
(www.vikingfest.org)

Paine Field Aviation Day
SAT Aircraft displays, historic warbirds, kids activities, helicoptor rides. Directions
(www.painefield.com)

Bremerton Armed Forces Day Parade
SAT Annual parade honoring our military with flag corps, marching bands and drill teams in downtown Bremerton. Pancake breakfast before the parade and bbq after. Map
(www.bremertonchamber.org)

Port Townsend Rhody Festival
MON-SAT Craft fair, flower show and carnival in picturesque Port Townsend. From Seattle metro area take the Kingston Ferry at Edmonds and head north on Hwy 104. Map
(www.rhodyfestival.org)

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May 10-12, 2013

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Mother’s Day Events
SUN
o Mother’s Day Social at the Bellevue Botanical Garden Map
o Pike Place Market Flower Festival Map
o Mother’s Day at the Arboretum Map
o Mom & Me at the Zoo Map

Backyard Wildlife Festival
SAT Celebrate wildlife and nature with a variety of exhibitors, vendors, and nature enthusiasts. Features a presentation from local experts Ciscoe Morris and Marianne Binetti. At the Tukwila Community Center. Map
(backyardwildlifefestival.org)

Seattle Maritime Festival
TUE-SAT World’s biggest tugboat race, fireboat demonstrations, kids’ activities and a chowder cook-off. Waterfront Park and Piers 59-86 along the Seattle Waterfront. Map
(www.seattlepropellerclub.org)

Piegrogi Festival
SAT Celebrating Polish food and cultural traditions with several kinds of Pierogi, beer garden, Polish folk music, food vendors at the Polish Cultural Center in Seattle. Map
(www.polishhome.org)

Sequim Irrigation Festival
THRU SUN Craft fair, car show and events for the entire family in historic Sequim. Oldest continuously running festival in Washington State. Map
(irrigationfestival.com)

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December 21-23, 2012

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Model Train Festival
FRI-JAN 01 Miniature villages transport you back to the days when the iron horse was king. At the Washington State History Museum in Tacoma. Map
(www.washingtonhistory.org)

Firwood Alpaca Farm Christmas Store
THRU DEC 30 You can feed the alpacas and shop for unique gifts made from alpaca fiber. Kids love these gentle animals. Located in Fife, about 30 min South of Seattle. Map
(www.firwoodfarmalpacas.com)

Christmas Ship onshore viewing
See the lighted and decorated Christmas ship and listen to the live choir. Last weekend.
FRI:
o 8:20-8:40 Magnuson Beach Park
SAT:
o 3:55-4:25 Kirkland Marina Park
o 4:55-5:15 Madison Park
o 9:35-9:55 Madrona Beach Park
SUN:
o 4:05-4:25 Yarrow Point Park
o 4:45-5:05 Waverly Beach Park
o 8:45-9:05 West Montlake Park
o 9:45-10:05 Gas Works Park Grand Finale
(www.argosycruises.com)

Holiday Displays and Festivals
o Holiday Lighting Displays
o Seattle Center Winterfest [Map]
o Bellevue Magic Season [Map]
o Bellevue Botanical Garden d’Lights [Map]
o Woodland Park Zoo Wildlights [Map]
o Christmas Ship Festival
o Gingerbread Village [Map]
o Clam Lights [Map]
o Issaquah Reindeer Festival [ Map]
o Firwood Alpaca Farm Christmas Store [Map]
o Point Defiance Zoolights [Map]
o Lights of Christmas at Warm Beach [ Map]

Ski Areas Open
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November 30 + December 1-2, 2012

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Redmond Lights Winter Festival
SAT Redmond Centennial Celebration. Enjoy festivities, food, and entertainment from Redmond’s past, present and future. This once in a lifetime event will feature Cultural entertainment, kids activities, a Holiday Craft Market, and Interactive Historical Displays. Fun for the whole family. Map
(redmondlights.com)

Christmas Ship onshore viewing
FRI-SUN See the lighted and decorated Christmas ship and listen to the live choir. See detailed schedule for onshore viewing times.
FRI:
o 8:00-8:20 Gene Coulon Park
o 8:50-9:10 Newport Yacht Club
SAT:
o 7:10-7:30 Kirkland Marina Park
o 8:25-8:40 Gas Works Park
SUN:
o 5:40-6:00 Ferdinand Street Park
o 6:15-6:35 Stan Sayres Park
o 6:45-7:05 Mt. Baker Beach
(www.argosycruises.com)

Victorian Country Christmas
WED-SUN Victorian themed commercial exhibition with 560 holiday shops, gourmet food and wine tasting. At the Puyallup Fair and Events Center in Puyallup. Map
(www.avictoriancountrychristmas.com)

Bainbridge Island Studio Tour
FRI-SUN Juried art show features works by local artists. At various locations on Bainbridge Island. Location map Ferry Schedule
(www.bistudiotour.com)

Festival of Trees
SAT-SUN Nearly 70 elaborately decorated Evergreen trees and holiday decor. Games and crafts for kids. Festival benefits Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital. Directions & Parking
(www.multicare.org)

Holiday Festivals
THRU Jan 13
o Seattle Center Winterfest [Map]
o Bellevue Magic Season [Map]
o Bellevue Botanical Garden d’Lights [Map]
o Woodland Park Zoo Wildlights [Map]
o Christmas Ship Festival
o Gingerbread Village [Map]
o Clam Lights [Map]
o Issaquah Reindeer Festival [ Map]
o Point Defiance Zoolights [Map]

Ski Areas Open
Click here for latest ski report. For your safety please check the current pass report and have the appropriate legal traction devices when travelling in mountain passes)

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November 22-25, 2012

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Thanksgiving Holiday
THU A uniqely American tradition of giving thanks.

Macy’s Holiday Parade
FRI A Holiday Tradition in Downtown Seattle as the parade makes it’s way through the streets followed by the official arrival of Santa Claus. Map
(www.macys.com/believe)

Black Friday Sales
FRI So-called because this is the day that retailers hope to put their balance sheets in the black.

Holiday Festivals
The holidays bring many local festivals, celebrations and displays. Here are some from David’s list:
o Seattle Center Winterfest [Map]
o Bellevue Magic Season [Map]
o Bellevue Botanical Garden d’Lights [Map]
o Woodland Park Zoo Wildlights [Map]
o Christmas Ship Festival
o Gingerbread Village [Map]
o Issaquah Reindeer Festival [ Map]
o Point Defiance Zoolights [Map]

Ski Areas Open
Winter storms bring snow in the mountains, enabling some ski areas to open early this year. Click here for latest ski report. For your safety please check the current pass report and have the appropriate legal traction devices when travelling in mountain passes)

Magic in the Market
SAT Entertainment, food and a holiday concert & Santa followed by a tree-lighting ceremony at Pike Place Market. Map
(www.pikeplacemarket.org)

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