Get Out and Play
Seattle's spring is blooming nicely, and we've discovered plenty to do outdoors and in on this Earth Day weekend. In Seattle, celebrate cherry blossoms and the culture of Japan at Seattle Center, enjoy a folk music concert, check out a ginormous garage sale and say thank you to a team of children's booksellers before they move on. On the Eastside, cheer for Cinderella, get fit, and celebrate Earth Day with art. And don't forget that the biggest day on Little One's agenda is fast approaching: Day Out with Thomas, the wildly popular July event where Thomas the Tank Engine chugs into town and takes kiddos on the ride of their lives. Tickets go on sale Sat.; they sell out at lightning speed, so get yours early.
PS —Itching for a road trip? Check out our recommendations for Best Spring Day Trips (and feel free to add your own)
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Party at All for Kids
Books & Music Perhaps you've heard
the news: after more than twenty-five years in the kids' book biz, All
for Kids' owner Chauni Haslet is retiring to spend more time with her
family. Long-time buyer René Kirkpatrick is planning a career transition.
Before they go, the ladies are hosting a party to celebrate change, with
current and past staff on-hand. Re-live old times, such as the fabulous
Harry Potter parties, and say hello to the two passionate booksellers
before they scatter. Oh, and check out the city's best array of books
for kiddos and teens, too! PS —The
party will start immediately following an appearance, at 1 p.m., by beloved
Seattle author Sherman Alexie, who's celebrating the success of his young
adult novel, The Absolutely True Diaries of a Part-Time Indian. www.allforkidsbooks.com
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When:
Sat., April 19, at 3 p.m. |
Where:
All for Kids Books & Music, 2900 NE Blakeley St. (Behind University Village) |
Cost:
FREE |
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