Join American Sign Language (ASL) students from three Kent high schools – Kent-Meridian, Kentridge and Kentwood – as they interpret, choreograph and perform at this year’s “Feel the Music” event.
This year’s event is scheduled for May 31-June 1 at the Kent-Meridian Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $7/adults and $4/students with ASB and can be purchased at the event. Doors open at 6 p.m. Performances begin at 7 p.m.
*Stuff the RV: This event is a local fundraiser to collect donations to send care packages to troops stationed overseas. For each donation you bring, you’ll receive a raffle ticket.
Items needed: non-perishable food, hygiene products, letters of encouragement and support, books, magazines and games
Continuing our lists from January and February, our March 2013 list will include 31 more reasons that I Love Kent. Follow the series on our iLoveKent.net Facebook page, where we post a new reason to love Kent daily. Please comment, add your own suggestions and tell us what you love about Kent!
Mar. 1: Kent People – People like Mike Hanis and Merle and Marti Reeder make Kent a fun, friendly place to live.
Mar. 2: Farm animals – We have a lot of variety in Kent — llamas, alpacas, cows, chickens, goats and more.
Mar. 3: Allegro Performing Arts Academy – This local dance academy has such a wide variety of dance classes available to people of all ages. I also love that Allegro is active in the community, coming up with events like Kent’s Got Talent.
Mar. 4: Curran Law Firm – In addition to being a sponsor of iLoveKent.net, attorneys at the firm are very active in the community, including Greg Haffner who serves as the Kent Rotary president this year.
Mar. 5: Jack Becvar, our city’s historian, is one of my favorite Kent residents. He has a wealth of historical information about Kent, and he and his wife Mary Lou truly love our city.
Mar. 6: Mayor Suzette Cooke – Regardless of your politics, Mayor Cooke is an enthusiastic, friendly and approachable leader.
Mar. 7: Annual “Fun for Funds” Dinner Auction – Each year the Children’s Therapy Center and its Dynamic Partners host their annual “Fun for Funds” dinner auction to raise money to help children with special needs and their families.
Mar. 8: Seattle Thunderbirds – It is so much fun having a WHL hockey team right here in Kent. It is fun family entertainment and the hockey players are not only talented but friendly and humble. [See my story on the mentoring program at Neely O'Brien Elementary.]
Mar. 9: Lazy Larry’s Ranch – Located on 132nd, I watch the cows daily from my office window. What a delight to see these huge creatures romping around the pasture!
Mar. 10: Shindig Martini Bar - This classy bar in downtown Kent is a nice break from the usual sports bar. The martini selection is excellent, and happy hour makes these otherwise pricey drinks affordable.
Mar. 11: Regional Justice Center – This full-service municipal building was beautifully designed, housing our local courts as well as services like CASA, marriage applications and more.
Mar. 12: Wilson Playfields – Beautiful athletic complex on Kent’s East Hill, ideal for soccer and track events.
Mar. 13: Lake Meridian – It may be small, but it is ours. With views of Mt. Rainier, this calm, quiet lake is a nice departure from the hustle & bustle of our busy lives.
Mar. 14: Kent TV 21 – Want to know what’s going on in Kent? You can find it on Kent TV 21. The city’s own TV channel features programs regarding local events like the Kent International Festival as well as streaming Kent City Council meetings live.
Mar. 15: Small Business Development Center at Green River College – For business owners on a budget, the SBDC is a useful resource for starting and growing a business in Kent.
Mar. 16: McLendon Hardware – It may not be a big box store, but it has just about everything you could want. I love the garden section!
Mar. 17: Kent Station Easter Egg Hunt – Easter Egg Hunts at Kent Station have become a new Kent tradition. Free family fun.
Mar. 18: Soos Creek Trail – Located between Kent and Covington, Soos Creek Trail provides miles of paved trails for walking or running, and every once in awhile, you’ll see a horse on the path.
Mar. 19: Children’s Bookshop – This downtown store is a good resource for teaching supplies as well as educational books, toys and games for kids.
Mar. 20: Stefano Langone of American Idol fame is a graduate of Kentwood High School.
Mar. 21: Kaibara Park, downtown Kent
Mar. 22: Coldstone Creamery
Mar. 23: Arbor 360 Skate Park
Mar. 24: Petco is where Jelly Bean shops for her favorite food – Solid Gold Wee Bits and treats we don’t get at Mud Bay.
Mar. 25: Fig & Feather – a fun home decor and gift store on W. Meeker St. in downtown Kent
Mar. 26: Planned Parenthood – I’m glad we have affordable health care and family planning options close to home.
Mar. 27: Spiro’s Greek Island on First Ave. South has great food in a fun atmosphere right in downtown Kent.
Mar. 28: Historic homes on Scenic Hill keep a thread of Kent’s past running through the city.
Mar. 29: Shari’s Pies. Do I really need to explain this one?
Mar. 30: Sue Froyd, owner of AAA Pest Control and Maggie’s on Meeker, is a wonderful, generous woman.
Mar. 31: Kent Covenant Church opens its doors regularly to community events.
The City of Kent is celebrating National Youth Arts Month by hosting Kent Kids’ Arts Day on Sat., Mar. 2 at Kent Commons (525 Fourth Ave. N.) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The day long festival will feature 14 hands-on art projects lead by professional artists. Geared toward children ages 4 to 12, the projects include Print Making, Recycled Robots, Sumi Painting, face painting, Wall of Words and more. In addition, Grammy award winner Bill Harley will perform at 3 p.m. in the Crystal Mountain Hall.
Admission is $10 per child and includes all of the art-projects. Parents accompanying their children and kids under the age of 2 will not have to pay an admission fee. For an additional $5, children can attend Harley’s Performance. Concessions by Pull My Ear Concessions and Sturgis Sweets Kettle Korn will also be available. Visit the city’s website for more information.
Folks at the City of Kent and local volunteers are busy planning another fun You We Me, an interactive evening of free family fun. This year’s event will be held at ShoWare Center on Fri., Mar. 1 and will feature a variety of activities for kids of all ages. In addition to collecting food for the Kent Food Bank, event highlights include:
Kent Food Bank will be on hand to accept donations of nonperishable food items. The event is organized by a cross-section of community groups, the Kent School District, Kent Parks, local youth groups, sports teams, scouts, churches, local businesses and service clubs. Come join the fun!
The Kentridge High School dance team, the Chatelaines, is participating in “Kick It Up,” a dance and drill competition next Sat., Feb. 9 at Kentridge High School, 12430 SE 208th St., Kent. The competition begins at 1 p.m.
Booster Club parents Joy Theisen and Carol Jackson said that 28 teams with more than 670 dancers, including Kentridge High School, have signed up to compete in the event. The girls are coached by head coaches Ashley Naset and Staci Mattson and assistant coaches Tami Printz and Joelle Fleming. The competition will help the Chatelaines raise money to pay for other competitions, uniforms and other dance team-related needs. Cheer on our local dancers.
Pictured at right: Kentridge HS Senior Talia Carchedi, daughter of Joe and Alison Carchedi
Photo by Jeff Heiss
UPDATED Jan. 31, 2013: As promised, I’m going to list 365 reasons I love Kent, Washington throughout the year, one reason for every day of the year. My reasons for loving Kent may be different than yours, but the ones on mu list represent people, places or things that I continue to make Kent, Washington my home. I’d love to hear your reasons! Add them in the comments below or visit our Facebook page.
January 2013
1. Danny Mumaugh, goalie for the Seattle Thunderbirds (why is Danny #1? because he’s #1)
2. Reds Wine Bar, celebrating its 2nd anniversary, this wine bar is located at the GRCC end of Kent Station
3. Kent Station, an outdoor shopping center in downtown Kent with dozens of shopping, dining and entertainment options
4. Sweet Themes Bakery, a fabulous new bakery in downtown Kent featuring custom cookies, pastries, cakes, soups, salads, sandwiches & more
5. Kent’s Historic District, it’s a small but quaint part of Kent that reminds us of our city’s past
6. Greater Kent Historical Museum, a fun blast from the past in the historic Bereiter house (855 E. Smith St.)
7. Titusville Station, located at the corner of First and Gowe in downtown Kent
8. ShoWare Center, 2-for-Tuesday
9. Thrift and discount stores (Value Village, St. Vincent de Paul, St. James Thrift Store, etc.)
10. Kelly Latte’s, 24220 132nd Ave. SE, Kent, mochas, lattes, smoothies and more
11. Tyler Alos, retired from the Seattle Thunderbirds
12. Mud Bay, 10457 Southeast 240th Street, Kent, Jelly Bean’s favorite spot for dog food, toys & supplies
13. Maggie’s on Meeker, one of the best breakfast spots in Kent
15. Green River Community College, quality education close to home
16. Teddy Bear Toss, Seattle TBirds fan “toss” their teddy bears onto the ice to be given to children in crisis
17. Nevermind Tavern, beer, wine & hot dogs in a friendly neighborhood bar
18. Nature’s Market, grocery store featuring organic, gluten free & other specialty items
19. Chad Gleason, commercial realtor and community volunteer
20. KWHS Munch Madness, Kentwood High School collected 55,000+ pounds of food for the Kent & Maple Valley Food Banks
21. ShoWalk, free indoor winter walking, Monday & Wednesday mornings
22. Dilettante, 514 Ramsay Way, a cafe at Kent Station serving coffee, tea, mochas, lattes, chcolates, pastries and more
23. Kent Library, 212 2nd Ave. N., a branch of the King County Library System right in downtown Kent
24. Luke Lockhart, Seattle Thunderbirds
25. Airways Beer & Bistro, 320 W. Harrison St., the name says it all – beer & bistro, cozy, friendly and delicious!
26. Murals in downtown Kent
27. Kent Food Bank, 515 W. Harrison St., Ste. 107, feeding individuals and families in and around Kent.
28. Bella home & garden, 417 Ramsay Way, Kent Station, beautiful home & garden store, gorgeous floral arrangements, unique gifts & more.
29. Blanc ‘n Schwartz Salon, 207 E. Meeker St., I just love Wade, Shelby and Nicolette. Fun environment, great service, love my “new” hair!
30. The Yellow House
31. Grocery Outlet, 23910 104th Ave. SE, locally owned, affordable grocery shopping.
We’d like to extend a special thank you to Jeff Heiss (Jeff Heiss Painting) for donating his time, talent and photography for this project.
Seattle Center Kwanzaa Showcase and Celebration (Seattle Center)
As part of Seattle Center’s Winterfest, there will be a Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday December 27, 2008 at 2:00pm on the Center House Stage.
Participants can join or watch the Adefua African Music and Dance Company for an all-city Kwanzaa Harvest Festival celebration. The performance and subsequent cultural exhibit is designed to honor African-American ancestors and the principle of collective work and responsibility (Ujima).
This is Seattle’s biggest group Kwanzaa celebration.
Seattle Children’s Museum
Every year, the Seattle Children’s Museum hosts a Kwanzaa learning event as part of its Cultural Sundays program. This year, you can look for it on Sunday December 28th. For more information, visit the museum online at www.thechildrensmuseum.org.
Meredith Matthews YMCA Kwanzaa Clinic and Meal (Central District)
The date hasn’t been set yet, but the Meredith Matthews YMCA on 23rd is promising to host another Kwanzaa this December (likely mid-to-late month) with a meal, education and fun for all. Check their website at http://www.seattleymca.org/page.cfm?id=mm for updated details.
Community Hanukkah Celebration, Seattle
Come celebrate the Festival of Lights during one of the largest community Hanukkah Celebrations in Seattle. Everyone is invited to join in the fun… which includes Arts and Crafts… you can even `make‘ Holiday Decorations. Festive Food and Music add to the cheer of this really fun holiday celebration.
Hours are Saturday, December 15th, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM. Free admission with donation of personal items to Jewish Family Service. Stroum Jewish Community Center, 3801 Mercer Way. http://sjcc.org/index.php?src=news&refno=415&category=SJCC%20News
Hanukkah celebration, Bellevue
Music and singalongs with the Seattle Jewish Chorale & Shalom Ensemble, plus a menorah lighting ceremony. 7:30-10 p.m. Saturday, Crossroads Bellevue, N.E. Eighth and 156th Ave. N.E., Bellevue; free (425-644-1111 or www.crossroadsbellevue.com).
Hanukkah party
Games, singing, crafts, potluck, latkes. 5:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, Secular Jewish Circle of Puget Sound, 117 E. Louisa St., Seattle; free (206-528-1944 or www.secularjewishcircle.org).
Chanukkah party
Featuring the Seventh Annual Latke-Off. 5-8 p.m. Saturday, Congregation Kol Shalom, 9010 Miller Road N.E., Bainbridge Island; free (206-842-9010 or www.kolshalom.net).
The Big Spin Hanukkah party
Carnival, proceeds benefit uncompensated care at Seattle Children’s. Noon-3 p. m. Sunday, Museum of History & Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E., Seattle; $18. Pre-sale tickets are sold out; a limited number of tickets will be available at the door (www.thebigspin.org).
Chanukka Party
Candle lighting, singing, potluck latke dinner, children’s activities. 5 p.m. Sunday, Temple Beth Am, 2632 N.E. 80th St. Seattle; $3-$5 (206-525-0915 or www.templebetham.org).
Menorah Lighting at University Village
Klezmer music and dreidels for children. 6 p.m. Monday, University Village, 25th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 45th Street, Seattle; free (206-523-0622 or uvillage.com).
Miracle of Light Hanukkah Party
Music by the Klez Katz, dinner, community candle lighting, talent show. 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday, Congregation Beth Shalom, 6800 35th Ave. N.E., Seattle; $5-$10 (206-524-0075 or www.bethshalomseattle.org/events.html).
Family Gingerbread Workshops
Friday, December 7 from 6-8pm
Saturday, December 8 at 10-11:30am, 12:30-2pm, and 2:30-4pm
$40 per family
Hilton Hotel Bellevue, 300 112th Ave SE
All materials for building your own gingerbread creation are provided. Enjoy snacks and cider while you work. Sign up at www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Great Figgy Pudding Street Caroling Competition
Friday, December 7
5-6pm – Pre-show entertainment on main stage
6:15-7:15pm Caroling teams compete on the streets
7:30-8:30pm – Main stage sing-off and awards
Free; Suggested donation $10/person
Pine Street from 3rd to 7th Avenues and at Westlake Park, 401 Pine St.
A holiday tradition that attracts almost 10,000 people each year. More than 40 caroling teams sing on street corners in and around Westlake Center. The top teams then compete on the Figgy Main Stage.
http://www.pikemarketseniorcenter.org/figgy-pudding
Bring Your Own Camera Santa Event – Volunteer Park Conservatory
Saturday, December 8 and Sunday, December 9
Noon – 3pm
Free
1400 E Galer St.
Take photos with Santa and your own camera. Light refreshments.
http://www.volunteerparkconservatory.org/support-the-conservatory/volunteer/
Weihnachten: A German Christmas
Saturday, Dec 8, 2012 7:30p
Town Hall Seattle Seattle, WA
Experience the joyous sounds of traditional German choral music for the Christmas season, including our atmospheric candlelight processional, traditional carols, and beautiful works by Bruckner, Mendelssohn, Biebl and Distler. Last season’s Christmas concerts sold-out in advance, and elicited glowing reviews: “It’s no accident that this choir is considered one of the best in the country.”
Also, Dec. 15, 2012, 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm, Bastyr University
http://www.seattlepromusica.org/
Price $12-$35
Christmas Rush Fun Run
Saturday, Dec 8, 2012 10:00a
Russell Road Park Kent, WA
Celebrating 30 years of running in Kent this December! The Rush is a 10k run and 5k run/walk. Both courses are certified and chip timed by BuDu racing. Highlights include awards for the top 5 finishers in each age category, random prize drawings, live jazz and fun give a ways to honor 30 years of the event.
Price $10 and $25 with shirt. Week of race $20 and $35 with shirt
Jingle Bell Run/Walk
December 9, 8 a.m. to noon
Westlake Center, 4th and Pine
Dress up in holiday costume, tie jingle bells to your shoe laces, and run or walk this level course. Funds raised go to Arthritis Foundation. Cost is $35.
http://seattlejinglebellrun.kintera.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=1022939
KPC’s Old Time Holiday Show
December 14-16
Kirkland Performance Center
This Christmas variety show includes comedians, music, and fun for all ages. Cost is $18 youth, $30 adult.
http://www.kpcenter.org/performances/kpcs-old-time-holiday-show-1
Mad Girl Productions ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas’
Thursday, Dec 13, 2012 8:00p to 2:00a
The Social, Capital Hill, Seattle, WA
Mad Girl Productions, the Sugar Art and Fashion Show, and Prysm Magazine bring to you a dark and decadent celebration of the arts with “A Nightmare Before Christmas” Art and Fashion Show!
Check out the official Facebook Event Page at www.facebook.com/events/444545675596672/?f
Sugar is a night of collective artistry supporting emerging and underground talent, gathering different genres of artists from music, fashion, photography, and visual… Show more art into one venue in an innovative and non-traditional manner.
Join us as the emerging and underground battle it out for an editorial spot in an upcoming issue of Prysm Magazine.
The night will begin at 8pm with an artist and photography showcase featuring over 20 of the Pacific Northwest’s edgiest emerging artists and photographers! Followed by a fashion show featuring up 15 emerging and underground local fashion and accessory designers.
This is not your typical fashion show so be prepared to rock out to some of your favorite local bands, and shake it on the dance floor while our DJ goes hard reppin on the ones and twos!
Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door! Anyone who shows up with a Nightmare Before Christmas inspired outfit will receive $5 off their door admission!
VIP tickets are also available on a first come first serve basis for $40!
To remain true to the Sugar DNA the night will be full of fun and outlandish surprises! Be sure to dress like the rock star you are! The venue will be full of event photographers and interactive photo booths!
P.S. Don’t forget to bring cash so you can shop ’til you drop!!! There will be pop-up shops on site selling one of a kind designer threads, jewels, and unique items!
Magical Strings 34th Annual Seattle Celtic Yuletide Concert
December 14: Urban Grace Church, Tacoma
December 15: Town Hall, Seattle
Magical Strings is a musical group made up of harpists armed with harps of all types and sizes. Count on their holiday concert having an angelic sound.
http://www.magicalstrings.com/Calendar.html
The Christmas Revels
December 15-16, 18-19; Rialto Theater, Tacoma
This show mixes a bit of everything–seasoned actors and community members; fine performance and silly comedy. This year, the show is set in the 12th century for a bit of historic Christmas fun. Event cost is $14-$29
http://www.broadwaycenter.org/season/showDetails.asp?key=441
An Inspirational Christmas with Elvis
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 7:30p
Auburn Ave Theater Auburn, WA
From the many years of admiration of Elvis, Danny Vernon has created a show that holds the excitement of the King on stage throughout various stages in his career. With the voice, look, and passion of the twentieth century icon, Danny Vernon returns to the theater with Marcia Ann Margret and the DeVilles as they portray the King of Rock-n-Roll like no other! Tickets are $18 – $20.
Auburn, WA. Bronn and Katherine Journey’s 31st Annual Christmas Concert
Saturday, Dec 15, 2012 7:30p
Auburn Performing Arts Center Auburn, WA
Bronn and Katherine Journey and their friends will present a casually elegant evening featuring music celebrating the joy of the Christmas season. Bronn’s friendly and folksy style is sure to make you feel comfortably at home. Be prepared to thoroughly enjoy the warmth of this special event that combines harp, humor, and song. The program will include music from many genres, but the highlight of the evening will be the beauty of traditional Christmas classics. Tickets are $14 – $24
Christmas: B-Sides & Rarities
Monday, Dec 17, 2012 7:30p; 203 N 36th St in Fremont
West of Lenin Seattle, WA
Christmas: B-Sides & Rarities is back. In 2010, we shook up the season with our dark and bluesy take on Yuletide, and we’re ready to do again – bigger, darker, bluer.
This year, we take the festivities to Fremont’s hottest live theatre venue, West of Lenin, and are amassing a frankly ridiculous line-up of talent. Producers Jim Jewell, Paul Shipp and Joe Zavadil are joined by Sky Lynn of Levator, John McKenna, Kathie Whitehall, Jennifer Jasper, Paul Mullin, Jose Amador, Kymberlee della Luce, Scot… Show more Augustson, Graham Isaac and more (line-up subject to change). Theatre shorts, poetry, rockin’ and bluesy tunes – that’s what we call Christmas.
Tickets are $15 for this one-night-only holiday experience that is like nothing else you will see this season.
https://www.facebook.com/pages/B-Sides-Rarities/452727091435927
Celebrate Las Posadas – Mexican Christmas
Wednesday, Dec 19, 2012 6:00p
Sumner Pierce County Library Sumner, WA
Enjoy traditional Mexican rituals, food and entertainment at this free event. Register at the library or online @ piercecountylibrary.org/calendar
Celebran Las Posadas
Disfruten rituales tradicionales, comida y entretenimientos.
Miercoles, el 19 de Deciembre a las 6p.m.
Registrese en la biblioteca o en linea @ piercecountylibrary.org/calendar
http://www.piercecountylibrary.org/
The Irish Tenors’ Holiday Concert
Wednesday, Dec 19, 2012 7:30p to 10:30p
Benaroya Hall Seattle, WA
The World Renowned Irish Tenors, whose voices have resounded throughout the world, will perform a special Holiday Concert at Benaroya Hall on Wednesday, December 19th at 7:30pm to benefit the Ballard NW and West Seattle Senior Centers.
Price Reserved Concert Seating is $45 to $85. Limited 150 Tickets include premier seating and artist’s reception are $150.
Erwilian: Christmas 2012
Saturday, Dec 22, 2012 7:00p
Renton Carco Theatre Renton, WA
Join Erwilian for an eclectic blend of traditional and modern instrumental music for the holidays!
Born from years of collecting and experimentation with music and instrumentation, Erwilian’s vibrant, acoustic contemporary folk is the product of their attitude of, “we play what we want!!” Their enormous variety of instruments includes familiar standbys – recorders, guitars, and drums – as well as the more unusual, hammered dulcimers, marimba, and even a vintage celesta. Likewise, Erwilian’s personnel… Show more draw on their varied backgrounds in music, bringing inspirations from classical to electronica, new age to bluegrass.
Look forward to a Christmas-themed musical journey both ancient and modern, familiar and foreign. Rarely does something this unique come from our own backyard! All ages. Cost is $10 – $12.
A Christmas Carol
December 20th-December 23rd
Auburn Ave Theater Auburn, WA
It is Christmas Eve, and Ebenezer Scrooge must suffer visits from three Christmas spirits to help him confront his past, present, and future in the hopes of saving his soul.
Former business partner, Jacob Marley, deceased seven years prior, pays a visit to warn Scrooge that if he doesn’t change his bitter heart he will suffer a horrible existence in the afterlife.
Begin a new family holiday tradition by joining us for this Victorian era story, classically told, as Dickens intended. Tickets are $20.
http://www.auburnwa.gov/things_to_do/arts_entertainment/auburn_avenue_theater.htm
A Christmas Carol
November 23-December 30; ACT Theatre
The traditional Charles Dickens tale about Ebenezer Scrooge and three ghosts who visit him to guide him back into the spirit of Christmas. Tickets are $27-$50.
http://www.acttheatre.org/Tickets/OnStage/AChristmasCarol?date=11%2f25%2f2012
Polar Plaza in Tacoma
November 23-January 6
Tollefson Plaza, across from Tacoma Art Museum
The only ice skating rink in the South Sound is in downtown Tacoma. Enjoy some hot chocolate or even ride a camel, special events or a train ride for the kids. Admission is $4-$8 and $2 skate rental
http://www.tacomaartmuseum.org/Page.aspx?nid=399
Chaplins Bellevue Volkswagen Ice Arena
November 23 – January 13
NE 1st St. and 102nd Ave NE, one block south of Bellevue Square
Admission $10 (includes skate rentals for all ages, including toddlers)
$7 if you bring your own skates
The region’s largest open-air ice skating rink! But don’t worry, there’s a cover over it. There are beverages and snacks on-site, specials like 2-for-1 Tuesdays, free lessons on Wednesdays, and onsite skate sharpening. Stroller skating is every Thursday from 2-3pm (12/22 and 12/29 from 10-11am).
http://www.magicseason.com/events/icearena.html
Nutcracker
November 25-December 27; McCaw Hall
The world’s most recognized and celebrated production of Nutcracker with choreography by Kent Stowell and performed by Pacific Northwest Ballet. The sets and costumes were designed by children’s author Maurice Sendak and they are amazing. This is a Seattle holiday tradition. Tickets are $25-$115, discounts for children.
http://www.pnb.org/Season/12-13/Nutcracker/
Miracle on 34th Street
November 30-December 23; Tacoma Little Theatre
One of the oldest community theaters in the U.S., Tacoma Little Theatre is a quaint place to catch unique performances. This year’s holiday show follows a young girl as her faith in Santa is tested (and, of course, holds out). An excellent show for a family outing. Tickets are $12.50-$24.50.
http://www.tacomalittletheatre.com/Mainstage.php#miracleon34th
Baby, It’s Cold Outside by Seattle Men’s Chorus
November 30-December 22; Benaroya Hall
The Seattle Men’s Chorus likes to add a bit of cheeky comedy into Christmas. Expect traditional Christmas songs as well as some lesser-known international ones, too.
http://www.flyinghouse.org/smc/2012-13/babyitscoldoutside.asp
ELF – The Musical
November 30-December 31; 5th Avenue Theatre, Seattle
Buddy, a human raised by elves, sets off for the city to find his father and deliver up heaping helpings of Christmas spirit along the way. A funny and charming story based on the movie of the same name. Tickets are $25-$75.
http://www.5thavenue.org/show/elf-the-musical
Nativity
December 6-23; Moore Theatre, Seattle
A gospel celebration of Christmas complete with stomping, clapping, and a generally great time.
http://home.stgpresents.org/artists/?artist=1941
The Nutcracker
December 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23; Pantages Theatre, Tacoma
The Tacoma City Ballet puts on a lovely production of “The Nutcracker” at the historic Pantages Theatre. Tickets are $19-$60.
http://www.broadwaycenter.org/season/showDetails.asp?key=440
Wisemen
December 13-22, 8 p.m.; ACT Theatre, 700 Union Street, Seattle
A very nontraditional way to celebrate the holidays, “Wisemen” follows the tale of an evil Santa while three lawyers (Goldberg, Frankenstein and Murray) put him on trial. Tickets are $20 in advance/$25 at the door
http://www.acttheatre.org/Tickets/OnStage/Wisemen?date=12%2f13%2f2012
Scrooge: The Musical
November 16 – December 9
7:30pm; 2pm on Sundays
Seattle Musical Theatre
Magnuson Park Community Center, 7120 62nd Ave NE
The timeless story of Ebenezer Scrooge told with a fabulous musical score and dance numbers. This is a winner.
http://seattlemusicaltheatre.org/shows/Season35/Scrooge/
Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Christmas Carol
November 16 – December 29
Taproot Theatre
204 N. 85th Street, Seattle, WA
After being presumed dead for three years, a hardened Sherlock Holmes resurfaces, turning his back on the people who need him most. Three unexpected callers arrive on Christmas Eve uncovering clues from the detective’s past, present and future. A mystery full of Christmas spirits your whole family will enjoy.
http://taproottheatre.org/contact-us/
Argosy Christmas Ship Festival
Friday, November 30th 7:00p to Sunday December 23rd
Argosy Cruises Pier 55 Seattle, WA
The Argosy Christmas Ship™ festival is a holiday celebration that has been a Northwest tradition since 1949. Its main purpose is to bring communities together to celebrate the holiday season.
Thousands of people gather around roaring bonfires anticipating the arrival of the Christmas Ship™. You can either join us on board in the Christmas Ship Parade or if you own your own boat, add lights to you vessel and join in the festival and help form the largest holiday floating parade in the world! Tickets are Price $12-$35
http://www.argosycruises.com/themecruises/xmasSchedule.cfm
Festivals of Light
November 19 – January 6
$6.50 – $7.50
Seattle Children’s Museum
Seattle Center
Learn about winter holiday traditions around the world such as Diwali, Hanukkah, Santa Lucia, Christmas, and Kwanzaa.
http://www.thechildrensmuseum.org/fol
Snowflake Lane
November 23 – December 31
7:00pm Nightly
Free
Bellevue Way and NE 8th St, Bellevue
This is a beautiful display of holiday lights, music, drammatic drumming from live toy soldiers, magical snow, and characters including a Snow Queen and King, and Sugar Plum Fairies along the sidewalks of Bellevue Way and NE 8th St.
http://www.magicseason.com/events/snowflake.html
Winterfest at Seattle Center
November 23 – January 6
Six weeks of free and affordable, fun-filled activities and entertainment. Visit Center House – displaying its winter finest – or explore the enchanting Winter Train and Village. The Ice Rink returns (through Jan. 1), along with music and comedy, jazz and dance, cultural celebrations, ice sculpting, fireside singing, student showcases, the Dickens Carolers, and lots more.
http://www.seattlecenter.com/winterfest/
Zoolights
November 23 – January 1
5pm – 9pm
$7.50 online at www.pdza.org
$8.50 at the gate
Age 2 and under free
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium
5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma
Lights display and light sculptures of animals and local landmarks such as the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. Every Tuesday and Wednesday night of Zoolights at 6pm, you can see Santa scuba dive with the sharks.
Garden D’Lights – Bellevue Botanical Gardens
November 24 – December 31
5pm – 10pm
$5, ages 10 and younger free
Tickets go on sale Oct. 31 at www.gardendlights.org
12001 Main St., Bellevue
Avoid long lines by purchasing tickets online ahead of time. Free nights are Nov. 26, 27, 28, and 29, and Dec. 3, 4, 5, and 6 – first come, first served.
Santa Train 2012 – Northwest Railway Museum
Nov. 24 & 25; Dec. 1 & 2; Dec; 8 & 9; Dec. 14 & 15
Tickets are $18 for members, $20 for non-members and a ticket is required for each person 2 years of age and older.
North Bend Depot, 205 McClellan Street, North Bend
Board the train at the North Bend Depot for a 20-minute, 3.5-mile trip to Snoqualmie. There visitors will enter the historic Snoqualmie Depot for a visit with Santa Claus. Children will receive a small gift from Santa. Then enter the restored railway kitchen car for coffee, hot chocolate, and cookies. There will be a little time to visit local shops and attractions before boarding the train for the return trip to North Bend. Visit www.trainmuseum.org for more info.
http://www.trainmuseum.org/SantaTrain.asp
A(n Improvised) Christmas Carol
November 29 – December 29
Market Theater at Pike Place Market
Based on audience suggestions, this timeless tale of Charles Dickens’ Ebenezer Scrooge gets all sorts of hilarious new twists and turns — and each show is different. Another Unexpected Productions masterpiece.
http://www.unexpectedproductions.org/show/Christmas
Gingerbread Lane
December 1 – December 16
Hilton Hotel Bellevue, 300 112th Ave SE
Family Gingerbread Workshops, Dec. 7 & 8
A display of gingerbread houses and structures created by local architectural firms and KidsQuest Children’s Museum. Sign up for workshops at www.kidsquestmuseum.org.
Snow Train to Leavenworth’s Lighting Festival
Snow Train at www.alkitours.com
December 1 – December 22
$149 per person, Children are 10% discount
Alki Tours, 6417A Fauntleroy Way SW
800-895-2554 or www.alkitours.com
Each Saturday in December Alki Tours offers a rail tour to Leavenworth, a quaint Bavarian Village in the Cascade Mountains. Passengers board the train at King Street Station, Edmonds Station, or in Everett. The train winds through the Snohomish Valley and then ascends majestic Steven’s Pass. Along the way passengers enjoy a catered continental breakfast and onboard entertainment including strolling musicians, commentators, magicians and of course Santa! Near the 4000 foot summit, the train transits the Cascade Tunnel – the second longest in North America. At approximately 12:30pm, the train rolls to a stop in Leavenworth. Leavenworth is dressed to the hilt for the holidays with chestnuts roasting on an open fire, carolers strolling the streets, food booths, sleigh rides, local crafts, outdoor entertainment and more. At dusk everyone gathers to sing “Silent Night” and witness the grand tree lighting as it transforms the village into a magical holiday wonderland! Afterwards, passengers reboard the train and enjoy a catered dinner on the return trip.
It’s Your Wonderful Life
December 6 – December 22
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
$14 General Admission
$10 Students/Seniors/Military
Wing-It Productions
5510 University Way NE
One volunteer from the audience takes the stage each night to find out what their life would be like if they’d never been born. A unique, audience-driven improvisational play based on Frank Capra’s classic “It’s a Wonderful Life”.
http://wingitpresents.com/wonderfullife/
Santaland Diaries
December 6 – December 24
Seattle Public Theater at the Bathhouse
7312 W. Greenlake Dr. N
Get an insider’s look at the Christmas season through the eyes of a man working as an elf in Macy’s Santaland. A hilarious one-man play for mature audiences only.
http://seattlepublictheater.org/events-santaland.htm
A Child’s Christmas in Wales
December 7 – December 24
Stone Soup Theatre
4029 Stone Way N
Based on the poem by Dylan Thomas. One of the most enduring, yet oft-forgotten holiday memoirs, Dylan Thomas’s “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” comes to life at Seattle’s Stone Soup Theatre, recreating the nostalgic magic of Thomas’ childhood Christmases in South Wales during a time when everything seemed brighter, better and more alive.
http://www.stonesouptheatre.org/event/a-childs-christmas-in-wales-2012/
Candy Cane Lane
December 8 – December 31
4pm-11pm
Northwest Park Road, off Ravenna Blvd.
Neighborhood Christmas display with lights and music.
Handel’s Messiah
December 14 – December 16
Friday, 8pm
Saturday, 1pm and 8pm
Sunday, 8pm
Benaroya Hall
200 University St.
A Seattle tradition, Handel’s Messiah performed by Seattle Symphony and Chorale, plus distinguished soloists.
http://www.seattlesymphony.org/symphony/buy/single/production.aspx?id=12216&src=t&dateid=12216
Seattle’s Traditional Santa Breakfasts
December 16 – December 23
9:30am – 11:00am
Sheraton Seattle Hotel, 1400 Sixth Avenue
Child under 12: $25 (includes keepsake ornament)
Adult $55 (includes $25 donation to Arthritis Foundation’s programs for juvenile arthritis)
This beloved holiday tradition includes a holiday breakfast for children and adults and features traditional holiday entertainment: The Strolling Minstrels, Leo the Clown, Bob the Magician, and the Olympic Ballet Theatre presenting an abridged version of The Nutcracker. And, of course, Santa! Reduced parking rates are available in the City Centre Garage.
Looking for Halloween activities, haunted houses or corn mazes? We’ve got you covered. Check out this list of fun fall happenings around the Sound!
October 25th – October 27th
Terror on the Trail Volunteers Wanted – Puyallup
The Puyallup Recreation Department is excited to announce a new Halloween event called Terror on the Trail in Bradley Lake Park. Volunteers are needed to help make the event as exciting as possible by serving as characters in scenes throughout the park. A required volunteer meeting is being held on October 3rd at 5:30pm in the Puyallup Activity Center for interested people. Call Tyler Eidson at (253) 770-3325 for more information about volunteering for this TERRIFYING event.
October 27th – October 28th
Pumpkin Express Train – Elbe
Ride the train to the Mineral Lake Pumpkin Patch. The “Great Pumpkin” will greet your young ones and host a hunt for their own pumpkin. Don’t forget your costume and camera. Enjoy the cool temperatures and beautiful colors only found this time of year in the foothills of Mt. Rainier.
http://www.seattlesouthside.com/events/1925-pumpkin-express-train
Halloween Train at the Northwest Railway Museum – North Bend/Snoqualmie
Watch an old-fashioned cider press demonstration, listen to live music, enjoy Depot and train decorations, and sip warm apple cider. This fun celebration of fall and Halloween is a great time for people of any age!
http://www.seattlesouthside.com/events/1899-halloween-train-at-northwest-railway-museum
October 27th
9 am – 4pm Pioneer Park, Puyallup – “Boo” Allup
Pet costume contest. (See Downtown “Boo” allup post on http://facebook.com/ilovewashington.net)
The annual tradition brought to you by Dog Daze returns to Pioneer Park Saturday, October 27th! Get your pets ready to strut on stage in their finest costumes and compete for prizes and bragging rights!
Following the contest The Elite School of Dance will perform their take on the ‘Thriller’ dance for everyone’s enjoyment and Tacoma Glassblowing Studios will have their glass pumpkin patch in the Pavilion from 9 – 4 that day. http://www.puyallupmainstreet.com/events/trick-or-treat-boo-yallup/
Pumpkin Patch Party, Oct. 27, 4 – 8 p.m. – Kent Covenant Church (age 2 through 5th grade)
Come for a fun evening for the whole family with game booths for children 2 years through 5th grade. Parents must accompany their children at all times. For those of you who like to dress up, this is your big chance – but please no scary costumes. Cost is $1 per child, no charge for adults. We will also be collecting non-perishable food for the KCC Food Pantry – bring a can! Hot dog meal (hot dog, chips, & bottled water) available to purchase for $1. Bring a friend and enjoy the fun! http://www.kentcov.org/content.cfm?page_content=announcement_include.cfm&content_id=122
6 pm Fright Night at Freighthouse Square, Oct. 27 @ 6 p.m.
Fright Night at Freighthouse Square is a fun, adults only Halloween party with the opportunity to give to a great cause – helping kids with special needs! This is a free event hosted by Children’s Therapy Center in the Rainier Room at Freight House Square. Bring your friends for free food, cash bar, costume and dance contests.
https://www.facebook.com/events/417016461668192/
Reber Ranch Howl and Prowl
Pet parade, professional photographer, coffee, doughnuts, hayrides, and sales all day.
October 30th
6 pm – 8pm Autumn Harvest Carnival – Tukwila Community Center
Enjoy Halloween crafts, games, a costume contest, and much more. Bring your friends, dress up in your best costume and come have a ghoulishly fun night! Parents must accompany their children. Concessions will be available.
http://www.seattlesouthside.com/events/1901-autumn-harvest-carnival
October 31st
3 pm – Close Applebee’s (must be 21 or older)
Half price selected appetizers, $2 domestic pints, $1 Jell-o shots (visit now and ask for a $5 off coupon good on Halloween only).
October 27th
2 pm to 4 pm LeMay Halloween Trunk-or-Treat – Tacoma
Trick-or-treating and a costume contest (bonus for car related costumes)! Visit the link for more information, or to register a car.
http://www.lemaymarymount.org/lemay-trunk-or-treat.htm
4:30 pm to 7 pm – Kent United Methodist Church Trunk or Treat
Kent United Methodist Church on Kent’s East Hill, 11010 248th St., Kent, WA
http://kentmethodist.com
October 28th
12 – 1:30 pm Trunk or Treat Community Event – Des Moines
Come out to our parking lot on Sunday, Oct. 28th, 12-1:30 pm for fun and festivities. Free event for the families of the South Sound Community. Lifepoint Foursquare Church, 2038 S 222nd St, Des Moines, Washington 98198. More info. here: https://www.facebook.com/events/507415249268504/
– All candy will be store sealed
– 100% free and family friendly event
– Hot Apple Cider and Coffee will be available
– Hot Dogs, Chips, & Soda will be for sale
October 31st
3 pm – 6 pm Downtown Merchants Trick-or-Treating – Puyallup
Bring the kids downtown for a safe and secure trick-or-treating experience! Over 30 businesses will be handing out candies and treats for all the little ghosts and ghouls.
http://www.puyallupmainstreet.com/events/trick-or-treat-boo-yallup/
4 pm – 6 pm Kent Station – Kent
Enjoy the costume contest and trick-or-treating at participating merchants.
http://www.kentstation.com/Event/Event.asp
4 pm – 6 pm 4th Annual Kent Community Trunk or Treat – Kent
Target parking lot (Target on 104th)
Are you looking for a safe and enjoyable way to Trick or Treat this Halloween? Then get all dressed up and come to Trunk or Treat! 30 Decorated trunks, popcorn, apple cider, hot chocolate and candy! Everything is free! For children 3 to 12.
http://www.kentcov.org/content.cfm?page_content=announcement_include.cfm&content_id=122
4 pm – 7 pm Freighthouse Square – Tacoma
Trick-or-treating, magician, and a balloon artist.
http://freighthousesquare.com/
5 pm – 7 pm Trick-or-Treating Westfield Shopping Center – Southcenter
Bring your little ghosts and goblins to Westfield Southcenter for safe and dry trick-or-treating! While supplies last, at participating retailers.
http://www.westfield.com/southcenter/spooktacular
5:30pm – 8 pm Trick-or-Treat So Others May Eat! – Auburn Supermall
Bring a non-perishable food item to Guest Services and receive a free Halloween trick or treat bag filled with goodies from The Outlet Collection. All food donations will benefit the Auburn Food Bank. Select stores will be passing out candy and other fun items for all trick-or-treaters while supplies last. Please note: persons over 12 may not wear full face masks inside the mall. See Guest Services or visit The Outlet Collection Facebook page for more information.
http://www.supermall.com/go/mallEvents.cfm
6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Veritas Church Trunk-or-Treat – Lea Hill (Auburn)
Rainier Middle School, 30620 SE 116th, Auburn WA 98092
Biringer Farm Pumpkin Country and Corn Maze Adventure
October 1 – 31
10am – 5pm daily
4625 40th Place NE, Everett
https://www.facebook.com/biringers.black.crow
Maze and a trolley to acres of pumpkins, hay bale maze, kids’ activities, and pony rides on weekends.
Bob’s Corn and Pumpkin Farm
October 1 – 31
10am – 7pm daily
$6 – $10
Bob’s Corn
10917 Elliott Road, Snohomish
www.bobscorn.net
Maze, pumpkin patch, country store.
Carleton Farm Pumpkin Patch/Haunted Swamp Corn Maze
September 15 – October 31
10am – 6pm daily
Trivia Corn Maze, All ages appropriate
Haunted Corn Maze ages 12 and over only, 7pm – 11pm, Fridays and Saturdays
630 Sunnyside Blvd SE, Lake Stevens
www.carletonfarm.com
Also featuring a farm store, pumpkin patch, animals, hayrides, and pumpkin cannon.
Carpinito Brothers Corn Maze
October 1 – 31
9am – dusk daily
6868 S. 277th Street (277th and West Valley Highway), Kent
253-854-5692
Look for printable coupon under Products/Services, Pumpkin Patch/Corn Maze at www.carpinito.com
Two mazes, hayrides, produce stand, and acres of pumpkins.
Craven Farm
September 25 – October 31
9:30am till dark
13817 Short School Road, Near Snohomish, see website for directions
www.cravenfarm.com
Explore the maze, visit baby farm animals, hand-pick a pumpkin, take a tour, visit the Harvest Market, take a tractor-drawn hayride, and lots more. Free admission to the farm, but some activities such as the hayride require a fee. See website for details.
Dr. Maze’s Farm at the South 47 Farm
October 1 – 31
Sunday – Thursday, 10am – 6pm
Friday and Saturday, 10am – 10pm
15410 NE 124th St, Redmond
www.drmazesfarm.com
Hay rides, animals, pumpkin patch, flashlight maze nights.
Farm at Swan’s Trail
September 27 – October 31
10am – 6pm daily
7301 Rivershore Road, Shohomish
425-334-4124
Maze, petting farm, story trail, hay maze, pumpkin patch, café on weekends.
Foster’s Pumpkins and Spooktacular Corn Maze
October 1 – 31
9am – 5pm daily
Night Maze, every Saturday, 5-9pm
5818 SR 530 NE, Arlington
www.fosterscornmaze.com
Pumpkin patch and corn maze with a different theme and design each year, kids’ hay maze, wagon rides, animals, cider, berry pies, gift barn, fall nursery items.
Lattin’s Country Cider Mill and Farm
Open year-round
9am – 5pm
9402 Rich Road SE, Olympia
www.lattinscider.com
Bluegrass music, apple cider, tractor-drawn wagon rides to the pumpkin patch, year-round maze, farm animals, bob for apples, pies, cakes, and so much more including the Less Scary Haunted House and the Very Scary Haunted Barn.
Mosby Farm
October 1 – 31
10am – dusk daily, weather permitting
$5 – $8
3104 Auburn-Black Diamond Road, Auburn
Space Needle corn maze and a pumpkin patch.
Remlinger Farms
September 24 – October 30
Weekends 10am – 6pm
32610 NE 32nd Street, Carnation
www.remlingerfarms.com
Petting zoo, restaurant, steam engine train rides, farmers market, pumpkin patch, maze. Remlinger’s is famous for their fruit and pies – be sure to try one while you’re there.
Thomas Family Farm
Thursdays – Sundays
10am – 10pm Thursdays and Sundays
10am – Midnight Fridays and Saturdays
9010 Marsh Road, Snohomish
http://www.thomasfamilyfarm.com
Zombie Safari Paintball Hayride, corn maze, kid-friendly haunted house, haunted house, and pumpkin patch.
Thomasson Family Farm
October 1 – 31
9:30am – 5:30pm daily
38223 236th Ave SE, Enumclaw
www.thomassonfamilyfarm.com
Pumpkin patch, maze, petting zoo, Kid’s Korral, Korral Kafé country store.
Schilter Family Farm
October 1 – 31
10am – 6pm daily
141 Nisqually Cutoff Road SE, Olympia
www.schilterfamilyfarm.com
Maze, pumpkin cannon, hay rides, petting farm, and more.
Stocker Farms
September 24 – October 31
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
8705 Marsh Road, Snohomish
www.stockerfarms.com
Also featuring hay rides, trout fishing, barrel train, Haunted “Field of Screams” and more.
Rutledge Corn Maze
September 21 – October 31
Open: Daily, opening at 10:00 am and lasting until midnight for the haunted version of the corn maze.
302 93rd Avenue Southeast, Tumwater
Marshawn Lynch corn maze, haunted maze, and “The Farm Maze Investigation”.
October 31st
3 pm – Close Applebee’s
Half price selected appetizers, $2 domestic pints, $1 Jell-o shots (visit now and ask for a $5 off coupon good on Halloween only).
Nightmare at Beaver Lake – Sammamish
The park is transformed from Oct. 19 through 31 (closed 10/22 and 23) into a haunted hallow filled with scary sets and an 1,800 square-foot haunted house. Admission is $10 per person for the Family Scare (7 – 7:45pm), $16/person for the Full Scare (8 pm to closing 10 pm school nights, 11pm Fridays and Saturdays). Bring a canned good for $1 off. All proceeds benefit the Sammamish Rotary Club’s high school scholarships and funding for community and international service projects.
http://www.nightmareatbeaverlake.com/
Creepshow! Terror in Tacoma
Washington State History Museum from 7-11pm on Oct. 25, 26 and 27. Hollywood special effects artists and theatrical professionals transform the museum into a spectacle of shadow and sound to take you on a horror adventure through the decades. http://www.wshs.org/wshm/event-programs.aspx
Pierce County Asylum – Tacoma
Pierce County Asylum. Formerly Black Lake Asylum; the haunted house is located at Cheney Stadium and is open Fridays and Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 6-10pm. Admission is $13 per person.
http://tacomahauntedhouse.com/
Kitsap County Haunted Fairgrounds – Bremerton
Open from 5-11pm each night. Admission is $10.
http://www.kitsaphauntedfairgrounds.com/
Theatrical Nightmare – Fort Lewis
Open from October 25th to October 31st from 7-9pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children under 12, and $2 for the “not-so-scary” version.
http://www.theatricalnightmare.com/
KUBE 93 Haunted House – Seattle/Georgetown
Open September 28th to November 3rd. Receive discount admission for food donations. Admission rates vary.
http://www.kube93.com/pages/haunted_house.html
Dark Hollow Haunted Forest – Maple Valley
Hours vary. General admission is $15, and $5 for the all ages family walk.
http://www.darkhollowhaunt.com/
The park is transformed from Oct. 19 through 31 (closed 10/22 and 23) into a haunted hallow filled with scary sets and an 1,800 square-foot haunted house. Admission is $10 per person for the Family Scare (7 – 7:45pm), $16/person for the Full Scare (8 pm to closing 10 pm school nights, 11pm Fridays and Saturdays). Bring a canned good for $1 off. All proceeds benefit the Sammamish Rotary Club’s high school scholarships and funding for community and international service projects.
http://www.nightmareatbeaverlake.com/
Creepshow! Terror in Tacoma
Washington State History Museum from 7-11pm on Oct. 25, 26 and 27. Hollywood special effects artists and theatrical professionals transform the museum into a spectacle of shadow and sound to take you on a horror adventure through the decades. http://www.wshs.org/wshm/event-programs.aspx
Pierce County Asylum – Tacoma
Pierce County Asylum. Formerly Black Lake Asylum; the haunted house is located at Cheney Stadium and is open Fridays and Saturdays from 7-11pm and Sundays from 6-10pm. Admission is $13 per person.
http://tacomahauntedhouse.com/
Kitsap County Haunted Fairgrounds – Bremerton
Open from 5-11pm each night. Admission is $10.
http://www.kitsaphauntedfairgrounds.com/
Theatrical Nightmare – Fort Lewis
Open from October 25th to October 31st from 7-9pm. Admission is $10 for adults, $7 for children under 12, and $2 for the “not-so-scary” version.
http://www.theatricalnightmare.com/
KUBE 93 Haunted House – Seattle/Georgetown
Open September 28th to November 3rd. Receive discount admission for food donations. Admission rates vary.
http://www.kube93.com/pages/haunted_house.html
Dark Hollow Haunted Forest – Maple Valley
Hours vary. General admission is $15, and $5 for the all ages family walk.
http://www.darkhollowhaunt.com/
*Please note that any errors or omissions are unintentional. We recommend that you contact event hosts to confirm days, times and any other other special requirements.*
Skating fans, get ready! 2012 Skate America is coming to Kent this weekend, Fri., Oct. 19 – Sun., Oct. 21, bringing world class figure skaters to ShoWare Center. Among the skaters are U.S. ladies champion Ashley Wagner who visited Kent for a media tour in September, Armin Mahbanoozadeh, a bronze medalist at 2010 Skate America, and Team USA members Douglas Razzano and Jeremy Abbott. For a complete list of competitors, visit Skate America online. 2012 Skate America is the opening event for the 2012 ISU Grand Prix of Figure Skating Series.
The schedule for the three-day event includes:
Thurs., Oct. 18
Official Practice, 11 a.m.
Fri., Oct. 19
Practice, 11 a.m.
Pairs Short, Men’s Short, 7 p.m. (Sess. 1)
Sat., Oct. 20
Practice, 9 a.m.
Ladies Short, Short Dance, 12:30 p.m. (Sess. 2)
Men’s Free, Pairs Free, 7 p.m. (Sess. 3)
Sun., Oct. 21
Practice, 7:30 a.m.
Free Dance, Ladies Free, 11:45 am (Sess. 4)
Skating Spectacular, 6 p.m. (Sess. 5)
NBC will broadcast live coverage of the event from 4 to 6 p.m. EST on Sun., Oct. 21. The event will also be broadcast in Canada, Japan, Russia and the European Union, among others. For more information, or to buy tickets, visit 2012SkateAmerica.com.
Hosted by the Kent Parks Foundation and Arthur Murray Dance Studios, Local celebrities will gather in the Lindbloom Center at Green River Community College this Sat., Oct. 20 to dance their hearts out in the second annual Dancing with the Stars Kent. Proceeds from this fundraiser will be used to support parks programs including buying new computers for the Big Blue Bus, resistance trainer bike stands for Adaptive Recreation classes, lifeguard supplies for Lake Meridian, supporting Green Kent Partnership and drop-in soccer fields at West Fenwick Park.
Celebrity dancers include:
- State Representative Tina Orwall
- Senator Joe Fain
- Matt Schweitzer, Direction of Operations, Cal’s Classic American
- Kent Councilmember Elizabeth Albertson
- Barbara Smith, Executive Director of the Kent Downtown Partnership
- Patrick Briggs, Executive Assistant to Mayor Suzette Cooke
- Sharona Chandra, Chair of the Kent Arts Commission
- Commander Tracey Church
- Firefighter Ryan Dudley
- David Hobbs, Parks Program Coordinator
- Kent Councilmember Deb Ranniger (winner of last year’s Philanthropic Trophy)
Barbara Smith, pictured above, said, “I feel so honored to be asked to dance; one, because Arthur Murray dancers at Federal Way are fabulous instructions, and because we are raising money for programs to help kids through the Kent Parks Foundation. It’s just a win-win.”
Tickets are available online at KentParksFoundation.org. General admission tickets are available for $30 and VIP Dinner tickets are $100.
This weekend help the Greater Kent Historical Society (GKHS) elebrate with the past, while preparing for the future, at the organization’s annual dinner auction. Scheduled for Sat., Oct. 6, the dinner auction runs from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. at the Kent Senior Activity Center, 600 E. Smith St., Kent. The event features a silent auction, a live auction and a dessert dash. Support the local museum and the historical society’s work by purchasing a ticket for $50.00 each or reserving a table of 8 for $400.00. Call 253-854-4430 for more information.
The Greater Kent Historical Society is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. Donations are tax deductible. GKHS operates the Kent Historical Museum in the Bereiter House (built in 1908) at 855 E. Smith St. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and at other times by appointment.
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