Monday, August 13
Crafting with Seattle ReCreative Today, make puppets with recycled materials. 10 a.m. to noon. Westlake Park, Downtown Seattle.
Ice Cream Story Time Kids ages 2 to 8 are invited to enjoy stories followed by a chance to make ice cream and eat it (of course!). Please bring oven mitts, gloves or a small towel. 10:30 and 11:15 a.m. today and Aug. 15. Capitol Hill Branch Library, Capitol Hill.
Crafting at the Library Kids can bring their imagination, crafting materials provided. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. NewHolly Branch Library, Rainier Valley.
Magic Monday Held on the second Monday of the month, each show features the Pacific Northwest's finest magicians. 7 p.m. Third Place Books, Seattle (Ravenna).
Arthropods Up Close From bumblebee basics to the hidden lives of Madagascar hissing cockroaches, learn about the amazing world of arthropods from Woodland Park Zoo, and then meet one in person. 5 to 6 p.m. Green Lake Branch Library, Green Lake.
Tuesday, August 14
The Zoo in South Lake Union Meet some of Woodland Park Zoo’s ambassador animals during the Where the Wild Things Live series. Special presentations at 11:30 a.m. and 12:10 p.m. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. today at Van Vorst Plaza and Aug. 29 at Day 1 Playfield, South Lake Union.
La Ratonicita Presumida (The Vain Little Mouse) Join Tears of Joy Theatre for a bilingual puppet show based on a story from Venezuela. 11 a.m. to noon. Douglass-Truth Branch Library, Central District.
African Beats Workshop Teaching artists from Gansango African Music and Dance Company will lead a hands-on music workshop. Learn West African rhythms with drums, bells, shakers and clapping. 6 to 7 p.m. Northgate Branch Library, Northgate.
Wednesday, August 15
Magic by AlaskaSam! Enjoy an interactive magic show with an educational twist. 2 to 2:45 p.m. South Park Branch Library, South Park.
Thursday, August 16
Ice Cream Story Time Kids ages 2 to 8 are invited to enjoy stories followed by a chance to make ice cream and eat it (of course!). Please bring oven mitts, gloves or a small towel. 11 to 11:30 a.m. Madrona/Sally Goldmark Branch Library, Madrona.
The Three Musketeers See live theatre performed by Greenstage throughout the summer at various outdoor locations. 7 p.m. today and Aug. 18. Volunteer Park, Capitol Hill.
Friday, August 17
Caspar Babypants Concert and Album Release Celebrate the release of Caspar Babypants’ 15th album Keep it Real with a live, on-air concert. 9:30 a.m. KEXP, Lower Queen Anne.
Paint A Kite Bring your imagination and paint a kite to be later included in Freeway Park’s annual kite installation (Sept. & Oct.). Today and every Friday through August. 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Freeway Park, Downtown Seattle.
Zucchini 500 Kids can make and race zucchini cars using car bodies and parts supplied by the farmers market and farmers. Donations appreciated. 4 to 6 p.m. Phinney Farmers Market, Phinney Ridge.
Basketball, Street Art and Pizza Middle and high school aged kids can enjoy a game of pick-up basketball. Younger kids can practice their skills on the courts behind Neighborhood House High Point. Also, take part in a hands-on art workshop led by teaching artists from Nature Consortium. Bonus—free pizza! 3 to 5 p.m. today and Fridays through Aug. 17. Neighborhood House—High Point, West Seattle.
Black Panther Enjoy pre-show activities starting at 6 p.m. followed by Black Panther (PG-13) at dusk. Denny Park, Downtown Seattle.
Saturday, August 18
Autism Early Open Families affected by autism spectrum disorder are invited to explore Pacific Science Center with a morning visit closed to the general public. Also, enjoy softened general lighting and decreased noise level and visual stimulation on interactive exhibits wherever possible. Additional fee for special exhibits. 8 to 10 a.m. Pacific Science Center (Lower Queen Anne).
Polynesian Festival Ninth annual festival featuring live performances, hula, Hawaiian food, shave ice, eating contests and more. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 18-19. Uwajimaya Renton, Renton.
Summer Splash at Green Lake A full day of active fun on the lake for all ages. See a rowing regatta, try various water sports (canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding), enjoy games, inflatables, live entertainment, kids activities and more. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Southwest corner of Green Lake.
Summer at SAM The last in this Seattle Art Museum hosted series featuring free yoga classes (9 to 11:30 a.m.), an open studio session to create art (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.), park tour (1 p.m.), and free Zumba class (2 p.m.). 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Olympic Sculpture Park, Belltown.
Free Drop-In Skateboarding Lessons Drop in skateboarding lessons for kids ages 12 and younger. Spots are filled on a first-come-first-served basis. This is the last Saturday session in this summer series. 10 a.m. to noon. Ballard Commons Park, Ballard, and Virgil Flaim Park, Lake City.
Chomp! Celebrate local food and sustainability with a farmers market, bike rodeo, music, food, kids’ activities, and information on farming, foraging, repairing, upcycling and sustainable practices. Free admission, parking $5. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Marymoor Park, Redmond.
Big Day of Play Try your hand at a variety of recreational activities and games including basketball, yoga, and stand up paddle boarding. Also enjoy music, food vendors, and cultural activities. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Rainier Community Center and Playfields, Columbia City.
Celebrate Shoreline Celebrate the city’s 23rd birthday featuring live music, a petting zoo, children’s theater, food, inflatables, toy workshops and more. Noon to 9 p.m. Cromwell Park, Shoreline.
Thumbelina Oregon Shadow Theater brings the classic story of Thumbelina to life with live music and colorful shadow puppets. 3 to 4 p.m. Greenwood Branch Library, Greenwood.
When You Wish Upon A Pizza See a “cheesy twist” on fairy tale favorites. 5 p.m. Powell Barnett Park, Central District.
Wars Outdoors: A New Hope in the Park See a live, fully dramatized version of Star Wars. Hot dogs for sale most performances, bring a chair or blanket. 7 p.m. weekends through Aug. 26.
Sunday, August 19
Sunday Public Sail Each Sunday, the Center for Wooden Boats offers free 45-minute rides on Lake Union. Set sail on one of the classic boats. Sign up for a slot in person, several trips throughout the day. Space is limited. Sign up begins at 10 a.m. Center for Wooden Boats, Lake Union.
Bicycle Sundays The four-mile stretch of Lake Washington Boulevard between Mount Baker Beach and Seward Park is closed to motorized traffic several Sundays through September. Enjoy biking, jogging or strolling along the water. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Lake Washington Boulevard South, Mount Baker.
BrasilFest Celebrate Brazilian culture with music, dance, workshops, drumming, martial arts and more. Noon to 7 p.m. Seattle Center Armory, Lower Queen Anne.
Pear-a-dise Celebrate the pear harvest in the 100-year-old orchard at Garden House. Enjoy yummy treats, play games, hear live music, and learn about gardening. 1 to 5 p.m. Beacon Arts, Beacon Hill.
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