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1 month ago | 
seattleschild.com | Lisa Stiffler |Caitlin Flynn |Alison Behnke
Perhaps you never progressed beyond stick-figure drawings, and a glue gun in your hands might be a more deadly weapon than crafting essentials. Not to worry. You can fan that creative spark in your kids through a variety of visual art classes around the Puget Sound region. Here are nearly two dozen spots to begin your arts education exploration, and paint, sculpt, and create art. Remember that many local city and county-run community centers also offer affordable instruction.
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Nov 5, 2024 | 
seattleschild.com | Lisa Stiffler |Caitlin Flynn |Alison Behnke
Here are places for kids to paint, sculpt, and create art. Perhaps you never progressed beyond stick-figure drawings, and a glue gun in your hands might be a more deadly weapon than crafting essentials. Not to worry. You can fan that creative spark in your kids through a variety of visual art classes around the Puget Sound region.
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Sep 5, 2024 | 
seattleschild.com | Fiona Cohen |Alison Behnke
Fall fun runs for Seattle area families are a great way to start a weekend morning, and get the family out in the fresh air, exercising, in the rain or on a sunny day. Fun runs — for fitness, for charity or just for kicks — are a great feature of Seattle life in the fall. Many cater to families and have special activities for kids. Costumes are encouraged most of the time, and especially on events near Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.
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Apr 6, 2024 | 
seattleschild.com | Lisa Stiffler |Alison Behnke
Seattle parks that are interlaced with miles of hiking trails, streams, and peaceful vantages are scattered citywide. So skip the two-hour drive to a crowded hiking trail and embark on an in-city nature family adventure (yes, your kid can still take a nature pee if necessary) on a city park hiking trail.
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Oct 13, 2023 | 
seattleschild.com | Alison Behnke
Behind the abundant skulls and skeletons of Día de los Muertos is a notion that’s more tender than macabre. This Mexican holiday is a time to remember and honor loved ones who have died, through special foods, offerings, artwork and other traditions.
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Aug 16, 2023 | 
seattleschild.com | Erika Bigelow |Alison Behnke
“Thwack! Sproing! Click. Ding-ding!”The myriad sounds were music to my ears the moment I walked into the Seattle Pinball Museum. Located in the International District (508 Maynard Ave. S.), the museum is the mecca of lovers of the old-time flipper and steel ball machines. It’s been spinning its way into players’ hearts since for 13 years. And with more than 50 machines and unlimited play for one fee the museum a fine place to play away a day with your bigger kids.
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Jun 24, 2023 | 
seattleschild.com | Greta Hardin |Alison Behnke
Raspberry picking usually starts in late-June and peaks in July – start checking the websites of the farms below in mid-June for the exact opening dates. Blueberry picking tips:Dress for the weather, and wear shoes that protect your feet from the prickers. Bring sunscreen, water, and snacks. Some of these farms take cash only and some will not take cash. EastsideHarvold Berry Farm, 5207 Carnation-Duvall Rd NE, Carnation. 425-333-4185. Call or check Facebook for updates.
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Apr 20, 2023 | 
seattleschild.com | Erika Bigelow |Alison Behnke
Ten years ago I gave birth to my first child — and my inner event planner. And since that very first First Birthday party, I have spent hours plotting and planning, browsing and building birthday invitations, party favors, decorations, activities and themes, and I have reveled in it.
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Apr 6, 2023 | 
seattleschild.com | Alison Behnke
1) Get free museum admission with your library card. You can reserve free admission tickets for nine different Seattle museums using your Seattle Public Library card. Tickets can get snapped up quickly, but those who are patient and flexible can save big bucks on places like the Museum of Pop Culture, Seattle Art Museum, and the Museum of Flight. You’ll find similar programs with King County Library and Pierce County Library. 2) Visit a garden.
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Mar 24, 2023 | 
seattleschild.com | Alison Behnke
Before you hit any trail, no matter how easy, how short, or how close to home, make sure your backpack is loaded with the 10 essentials. When in the backcountry you are responsible for your own safety, and any one of these 10 essential items may help to save your life. Carry each one and know how to use them. In addition to these items, know your limits and be sure you leave an itinerary with friends or relatives. Map. Always carry a detailed map of the area that you are hiking in.
