Summer concerts and festivals in the parks continue all around Seattle and the eastside this week. You could also see amazing sand sculptures in Duvall, earn a superhero cape in Burien, or be a foodie all weekend at Bite of Seattle.
Monday, July 15
Pocketful of Poems Caldecott Medal recipient Javaka Steptoe will talk about poems – specifically haiku. Learn the science behind poetry as it relates to the seasons, how butterflies are created and more. 11 a.m. to noon. Braodview Branch Library, Seattle.
Later tonight, hear Steptoe read from his children’s book and discuss his journey as a writer and illustrator. Free books will be available while supplies last. 6 p.m. Africatown Center, Seattle.
Music Under the Stars Set out a blanket in the park and hear a live audio broadcast of Seattle Chamber music from Benaroya Hall. During intermission watch student musicians play in the park. 7:30 p.m. Seattle Chinese Garden (West Seattle) and Yesler Terrace Park (First Hill).
Tuesday, July 16
Beach Naturalist Program Head to the shores at low tide and explore the beach with a naturalist as your guide. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Various locations: Richmond Beach, Carkeek Park, Golden Gardens, Charles Richey Viewpoint, Lincoln Park, Seahurst Park and Saltwater State Park.
Live at Lunch Concert: Adrian Zavier. Hear world reggae music at this free lunchtime concert. Noon to 1:30 p.m. City Center Plaza, Bellevue.
Wednesday, July 17
Swingin’ Summer Eve Festival Enjoy a mid-summer family festival that includes live music by a Beatles tribute band, plus a used music and books sale ($). 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Cromwell Park, Shoreline.
Sounds of Summer Concert Watch folk-rock band The Paperboys play live at U-Village. Seating begins at 6 p.m. 7:30 to 8 p.m. University Village, Seattle.
Thursday, July 18
Everett Children’s Concert Series Bring a picnic and your sunscreen to this Recess Monkey concert. 10 to 11 a.m. Thornton A. Sullivan Park, Everett.
Ella-Bella Bee & the Pollinators Learn about bees and other important pollinators at this musical full of interactive songs and colorful costumes. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Madrona Playground, Seattle.
Summer at SAM Make art, listen to live music and take guided tours of the Olympic Sculpture Park at this weekly summer series. 6 to 8 p.m. Olympic Sculpture Park Beach, Seattle.
Friday, July 19
Pop-Up Play in the Park Gather on the lawn for family-friendly games, activities and fun in the park. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Downtown Park, Redmond.
Bite of Seattle Admission is free to this popular food festival, where you can dance to blues, rock and funk music at the Fountain Lawn Stage, or head to the Family FunZone for face-painting, bubble wands and more. (Fee for food tasting). 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. today through Sun. FunZone is located at the Artists at Play playground, Seattle Center.
The All-American Magic Show Explore the magic of math, drawing and science with lots of audience participation and mind-reading. 2 to 3 p.m. Rainier Beach Branch Library, Seattle.
Free Friday Night Admission to the children’s museum is free on the third Friday of the month. 5:30 to 9 p.m. Imagine Children’s Museum, Everett.
Saturday, July 20
Awesome Kids Day Kids can earn their very own superhero cape by doing good community deeds and learning about healthy lifestyles. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Town Square Park, Burien.
Open Play at the PlayGarden Drop by and play at this beautiful, inclusive park. PlayGarden staff will be onsite to help facilitate play between kids and help them visit with the animals or work on a garden art project. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Seattle Children's PlayGarden.
SandBlast Festival of the Arts See amazing sand sculptures and create sand castles of your own, plus enjoy kids’ art activities, live music and more. Noon to 6 p.m. today and Sunday. McCormick Park, Duvall.
CfAD Playlab Learn about architecture through kids activities that including drawing and building an original design. 1 to 4 p.m. Center for Architecture and Design, Seattle.
Sunday, July 21
Alki Point Lighthouse Tour Take a look inside a fully functioning lighthouse on an active U.S. Coastguard site. 1 to 4 p.m. Alki Lighthouse, West Seattle.
The Odyssey: An Exploration of Myth, Magic and Monsters Book-It Repertory Theatre presents a free show about Greek legends. 1 to 1:45 p.m. Hot Spot Stage, Pier 58, Seattle Waterfront.
Bug Sunday Explore the world of local bugs using science tools. 2 to 3 p.m. Ballard Branch Library (bug exploration takes place behind the library at the end of the loading dock on NW 56th St.
