Monday, August 20
Story Time at the Park Enjoy story time, science and craft activities outdoors. Hit up the playground before or after. 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Albert Davis Park, Olympic Hills.
Free Admission at PlayDate SEA Beat the heat and play indoors for free on Monday evenings. Food and drinks available for purchase. 5 to 8 p.m. PlayDate SEA, Seattle (South Lake Union).
Tuesday, August 21
Monarch See a live puppet show by Tears of Joy Theatre about the life and migration of the butterfly. 2 to 3 p.m. Delridge Community Center, West Seattle.
Seattle Children’s Play Garden A garden and playground that celebrates all needs and abilities. Open play is 3 to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday through Aug. 31.
Wednesday, August 22
Kids Graphic Novel Book Group Learn about different kinds of graphic novels and how to make your own. Bring a favorite graphic novel to share, and art supplies to create. 10:30 a.m. University Book Store, University District.
Caspar Babypants Get up and dance to the music of local kids’ favorite, Caspar Babypants. 11 to 11:50 a.m. Park at Bothell Landing Amphitheater, Bothell.
Afternoon Art Camp Clover Toys is hosting a weekly, drop-in art camp on Wednesday afternoons through August. Recommended for ages 4 and older. Each week is a different theme—today, create sock puppets. 3 to 5 p.m. Clover Toys, Ballard.
Sidewalk Chalk Mural Learn the basics and help create a sidewalk chalk mural. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Westlake Park, Downtown Seattle.
Tukwila Family Fest Celebrate Tukwila's diverse communities with an evening of music, resources, arts & crafts and more. 5 to 8 p.m. Tukwila Community Center, Tukwila.
Professor Ficklestein’s Energy Extravaganza Professor Finkelstein will share physics concepts utilizing physical comedy, mime, music, magic, sound effects and lots of audience participation. 5 to 6 p.m. Columbia Branch Library, Columbia City.
Hit Explosion The last in the U Village Summer Concert Series, Hit Explosion is a high energy cover band that performs a mix of pop hits. Seating opens at 6 p.m. Show begins at 7 p.m. University Village, U District.
Thursday, August 23
Scarecrow Video Children's Hour A multi-media educational series, ideal for pre-K. Each week, kids can enjoy a story, video clip, hands-on activity all related to the theme of transportation. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Scarecrow Video, Ravenna.
West African Stories and Music Experience a hands-on music and storytelling workshop with Kofi and Amma. 11 a.m. to noon. Southwest Branch Library, West Seattle.
Gansango Music and Dance Join teaching artists from Gansango Music and Dance company in an interactive performance of West African song and dance. 2 to 3 p.m. Greenwood Park, Greenwood.
Cascade Summer Stage Every Thursday throughout the summer, enjoy concerts featuring local musicians. 4 to 6 p.m. Cascade Playground, Seattle (South Lake Union).
Top Ten Toys Play Day Create festive a pom pom garland out of tissue paper. Recommended for ages 4 and older. 4 to 5 p.m. Top Ten Toys (Greenwood).
Cartoon Happy Hour Watch cartoons on the big screen and enjoy special food and drink offers ($). And there’s air-conditioning! 5 to 7 p.m. Central Cinema, Seattle (Central District).
Summer at SAM Closing Celebration Enjoy the last day of this series with live music, hands-on art, food trucks, and kids activities in the PACCAR Pavilion. 6 to 8 p.m. Olympic Sculpture Park, Belltown.
Caspar Babypants Yet another chance to rock out to kids’ musician, Caspar Babypants at this outdoor concert. Arrive early to waddle in the wading pool (noon to 6 p.m.) or hang out at the nearby playground. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Hiawatha Park, West Seattle.
Chess Club All skill levels and ages are invited to learn how to play chess or just find someone to play with. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Northeast Branch Library, Ravenna.
Friday, August 24
Stretching Slime Each week, enjoy a hands-on activity hosted by KidsQuest Children’s Museum. Today, create stretchy slime! 10 a.m. to noon.
Community Kite Painting Paint a kite to be included in Freeway Parks’ Annual Art-Kite Installation. Materials provided. Noon to 2 p.m. Freeway Park, Downtown Seattle.
End of Summer Celebration Celebrate the end of the summer literacy program with the Seattle Public Library. Festivities include science, crafts, snacks, and a dance recital followed by a dance party. Albert Davis Park, Olympic Hills.
Family Fun Evenings Create art, participate in games, and enjoy kid-friendly concerts, and other special activities in the last of this series. 6 to 8 p.m. Donnie Chin International Children’s Park, International District.
Coco See the Disney-Pixar animated hit from 2017 outdoors on the big screen. Seating begins at 6 p.m. Movie begins at dusk. Denny Park, Downtown Seattle.
Saturday, August 25
Cedar River Salmon Journey Watch the salmon migration through the Ballard Locks and learn from volunteer naturalists. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hiram M. Chittenden Locks, Ballard.
Dig In! Examine fossils, rocks, minerals and cast replicas of dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals with educators from the Burke Museum. 10 a.m. to noon. Northgate Branch Library, Northgate.
Tibet Fest Festival features live music, dance, visual exploration, authentic foods, workshops, demonstrations and hands-on learning for kids and adults. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 25-26.
Yesler Terrace Park Celebration Celebrate the new park with an official dedication ceremony (noon), music, art, and food trucks. The Seattle Sounders’ RAVE Foundation will sponsor activities at the soccer field, and the Seattle University men’s basketball team will be hosting activities at the basketball court. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Yesler Terrace Park (835 Yesler Way), International District.
Add A Little Fancy Enjoy kids activities based on the new Disney series. 1 to 3 p.m. Northgate Mall (Ben Bridge Court), Northgate.
Hai, Japantown! Seattle’s historic Nihonmachi (Japantown) comes to life with festivities including a historic heritage walk, the dedication of Nihonmachi Alley art, Hawaiian music, Spam musubi making contest, nashi (Japanese pear) picking and more. 3 to 7 p.m. International District.
Tasty Tunes Live music (including The Not-Its! at 5 p.m.), food trucks, voter registration, raffle, face painting, African drumming, juggling and more. 4 to 7 p.m. Loyal Heights Community Center, Loyal Heights.
Sunday, August 26
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 o
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