Leprechaun Hunt
Sat/Sun Mar 9/10 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden FREE
‘Tis true that the wee green folk are popping up in the Garden. Are ye lucky enough to spot one? Join this family-friendly scavenger hunt and see if you can find shamrocks, mischief, rainbows, and gold and possibly a glimpse of real leprechaun.
Rock & Gem Show
Sat/Sun Mar 9/10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Crown Hill Center. FREE
Gems and petrified wood and rocks, oh boy! Come explore the wide world of rocks and gemstones through dealers, a silent auction, fun junior activities, rock demonstrations, club member displays, and more at North Seattle Lapidary & Mineral Club’s 65th annual event. Be sure to check out the awesome grab bags, Rockosaurus rides, Rockhound Dinner display, door prizes, STEAM tables and more!
Great Blue Heron Walk
Sat Mar 9 10 a.m.-noon
Discovery Park, Seattle
There is a reason these birds are called “great." Come join a Seattle Urban Nature Guide to discover why as you journey to a large rookery close to Discovery Park and learn how this amazing bird depends on you for their continued survival. Wear your walking shoes and BYO binoculars if you have them. Ages 8 and older. Register online with code #13054. $5.
Aztec Mosaic Mask Art Workshop
Sat Mar 9 2-3:30 p.m.
Lake Forest Park Library. FREE
Head to the Lake Forest Park Library to learn about the ceremonial use of Aztec masks decorated with turquoise, jade and other precious stones. Then cut out and decorate your own mask using paper mosaic techniques. All supplies provided. Ages 3 and older.
"The Little Engine that Could"
Sunday, March 10; 3 p.m.
Hale’s Palladium, Seattle
Storybook Theatre brings this favorite childhood story to life on stage with a twist. Come meet a broken-down engine who needs help getting her toys to the children on the other side of the mountain. Can she do it on her own? This 55-minute musical is best for children ages 3 to 10. Check the website for sensory-friendly performances. $12.
MoPOP Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival
Sat/Sun Mar 9/10
SIFF Cinema Egyptian Theater
This is the 14th annual Science Fiction + Fantasy Short Film Festival. Calling all cinema enthusiasts, filmmakers and artists – come take a trip in a 10 minute time machine, visit the leading astrodentistry practice in the tri-state, and witness the most unusual deal this side of the mountains of madness in an amazing series of unconventional films. Check website for fee.
