Events - November
Earshot Jazz Festival
October 17 - November 2, 2008
Phone: 206-547-9787
Website
There are many reasons why this excellent festival has been around for decades, but its consistently interesting (and long) list of performers has a lot to do with Earshot's longevity. From classic styles to fresher, cutting-edge sounds, the festival showcases a wide range of jazz and its myriad offshoots. In addition to all the ear candy, attendees can catch films, art, poetry, and readings over the two-and-a-half weeks.
Bunnicula
November 1, 2, 8 & 9
2PM
Tacoma Musical Playhouse
Phone: (253) 565-6867
Admission: $10-15
Website
It is a dark and stormy night...and Chester (the Monroe family cat) and Harold (the family dog) sit waiting for their owners to return home from the movies. When the Monroes finally do arrive home, they come bearing a surprise: they've found a bunny in the movie theater. But when the family's produce starts losing it's juice, Chester thinks he knows what's causing the fantastic phenomenon...this bunny is a vampire! Singing and dancing their way through this hilarious mystery, the furry friends find room in their hearts, and in their home, for one very unique bunny. Originally premiered at the Seattle Children's Theater, Bunnicula is a clever stage rendering of the classic first installment of James Howe's much-beloved series. Directed by Maria Valenzuela.
JeffCo Holiday Fair
November 1-2
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
4907 Landes St
Port Townsend, WA 98368-2014
Phone: (360) 385-1013 / Contact Sue McIntire
Website
Start your holiday shopping at our Arts, Crafts Gift Fair over 40 different vendors to choose from. Free admission.
JeffCo Holiday Fair
November 1-2
Jefferson County Fairgrounds
4907 Landes St
Port Townsend, WA 98368-2014
Phone: (360) 385-1013 / Contact Sue McIntire
Website
Start your holiday shopping at our Arts, Crafts Gift Fair over 40 different vendors to choose from. Free admission.
5th Annual Buddy Walk of Whatcom County
November 4
11AM-2PM
Maritime Heritage Park
Downtown Bellingham, WA
Cost: $5
Phone: (360) 715-0170 x307
Down syndrome Outreach, a program of The Arc of Whatcom County, invites you to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness month at the 5th Annual Buddy Walk of Whatcom County. Join us, along with Pete Kremen, County Executive, and Bellingham Mayor Dan Pike as we enjoy music, games, exhibits, face-painting, and more while recognizing the talents and abilities of individuals with Down Syndrome.
High School Musical on Ice
November 6-9
Thu-Fri 730PM; Sat 1130AM, 330PM & 730PM; Sun 1PM & 5PM
Comcast Arena
2000 Hewitt Avenue
Everett, WA 98201
Phone: (425) 322-2600
Cost: $16-$65
Ages: 6 and up
High School Musical transcends a whole new level of "cool" during an ice tour that features a live fusion of songs, dance, and team-spirited fun.
Motorsports 2008
November 7-9
Fri: Noon-9PM; Sat: 10AM-9PM; Sun: 10AM-6PM
Tacoma Dome
Phone: 253-272-3663
Admission: $12.50 per 1 adult & 1 child under 10
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Schedule
Motor Sports 2008 is excited to be the largest and most entertaining show of its kind ever held in the Northwest. The Tacoma Dome will be full of awesome sights and will have something for everyone. In addition to a large collection of hot rods and vintage motorcycles, the show will feature the largest hydroplane display in the history of the sport. More than 30 vintage and modern hydroplanes will be on hand.
Also, the first family of racing in the Northwest, the Austin’s, will have a superb display of race cars and collector cars never before seen at a Northwest car show. Finally, the highlight of the weekend will be the opportunity of fans to meet celebrity drivers like Chip Hanauer, Pat Austin, Bucky Austin, Jerry Ruth, and more. Each of the three days of the event will be filled with unique autograph opportunities.
Day of the Dead Festival
November 7
Phinney Center
6532 Phinney Avenue N
Seattle, WA 98103
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Phone: (206) 783-2244
Website
The PNA's celebration of the traditional Mexican holiday features a candlelight procession (630PM, beginning at 75th and Phinney) followed by a festival (7PM) with live music, a community altar, hot cocoa, and craft activities.
Deep Blue (Rated G)
November 7
7-9PM
Northwest Stream Center
600 128th Street SE
Everett, WA 98208
Phone: (425) 316-8592
Cost: $3 donation requested
Ages: 3 and up
Northwest Stream Center hosts a screening of Deep Blue (G), an epic underwater exploration into the secret lives of sea creatures.
Family Fun Night
November 7
6-8PM
Bellevue Family YMCA
14230 Bel-Red Rd.
Bellevue, WA 98001
Phone: (425) 746-9900
The Bellevue Family YMCA invites families to enjoy Family Fun Night. Activities include Home Depot building projects, craft projects, gym activities and swimming. Open to the community. Free for YMCA members; $5 per family for non-members.
Family Night
November 7
630-830PM
West Seattle Family YMCA
4515 36th Ave. S.W.
Seattle, WA 98126
Phone: (206) 935-6000
The West Seattle Family YMCA invites families to Family Night. Kids and parents will enjoy swimming in the pool and gym activities. Free for YMCA members; $2 for each non-member.
Alien Invasion!
November 8
1115AM and 115PM
Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way S
Seattle WA 98108
All Ages
Phone: (206) 764-5720
Website
Learn about the famous 1938 radio story The War of the Worlds, then design your own alien invasion vehicle. 1115AM and 115PM Saturdays-Sundays through Nov. 9. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free younger than age 5.
The Knack - Where Kids Discover
November 8
Website
Michaels new kids' program, The Knack, lets your kids explore their creativity through a wealth of great ideas, projects and crafts designed just for them. And to enhance kids' creative experience, Michaels offers fun in-store events and activities for kids and their families to enjoy -- from The Knack FreeSM Family Events (free to participate) to The KnackSM Saturdays, during which kids ages 5-12 will create their own fun craft for only $5 per child, including supplies. The KnackSM Saturdays have 30 minute sessions at 10, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 am.
November 8: Under the Sea Figurines and Activity Book
November 15: Yarn Cake Slices
November 22: Kids' Choice Day
Hmong New Year Celebration
November 8
10AM-5PM
Seattle Center
305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98109
Phone: (206) 356-6673
Website
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Celebrate the Hmong New Year, symbolizing the end of the harvest, a time when Hmong relax, prepare special foods, and begin courtships. Dance, music, cultural shows, foods, children's activities, and historical exhibits demonstrate the cultural legacy of the Hmong people.
Veterans' Day Parade
November 8
9AM-3PM
E Main Street and Auburn Way
Auburn, WA 98071
Phone: (253) 931-3043
Website
Cost: Free
Ages: All ages
Auburn's annual celebration of our nation's finest includes one of the largest Veterans' Day parades west of the Mississippi. The event begins with a remembrance ceremony (9:45am), followed by a parade (11am) featuring honor guards, drill teams, floats, antique cars, horses, dogs, kids, military marching units and vehicles, bands, and more. The parade begins in downtown Auburn on E Main Street and Auburn Way and continues west on Main Street.
Big Show of Miniature Engines and Flyable Model Airplanes
November 9
10AM-5PM
Free with Museum Admission
Museum of Flight
9404 E. Marginal Way S.,
Seattle, WA (Exit 158 off Interstate 5)
Phone: (206) 764-5720
Website
Discover the hobbies of flyable model airplanes and miniature motors at The Museum of Flight on Sunday, Nov. 9. The Puget Sound Electric Model Flyers will host a "Model Aviation Exhibit" in the Museum's Side Gallery, while a display of hand-crafted, miniature engines will be on view the Great Gallery. Enthusiasts of both hobbies will be on hand to answer visitors' questions.
The aviation display will include model airplanes of every size and type of radio control, free flight and control line models. This prestigious showcase of Northwest model airplanes looks at both the history and the future of model aviation. Engineering marvels include radio control parachutists and flying boats. Noted author and Model Aviation Hall of Fame member Bob Benjamin will also be on hand.
The Small Engine Show features dozens of operating scale models of steam powered engines, aircraft engines, automobile engines and original creations. The builders will be on hand to demonstrate the engines and talk about their construction.
Fans of model airplanes can also see the Museum's extensive Holtgrewe Model Collection. This collection of 1/72 scale models represents over 400 WWII aircraft, probably the most complete collection of its kind. The models were constructed by Dr. Logan Holtgrewe over a period of seven years. Visitors will find the collection in the WWII gallery of the Personal Courage Wing. Motor enthusiasts can see some of the Museum's collection of vintage aircraft engines on view in the Great Gallery and the Personal Courage Wing.
Danger Zone Paintball Challenge
November 11
12-530PM
Lakewood Community Center
Phone: (253) 798-4091
Admission: $42/person
Website
Pierce County Parks and Recreation will take on other teens for Paintball Challenge 2008. Who will walk home with the title of Paintball Champion? Join us to find out, it could be you! We're headed to Danger Zone Paintball faiclity with five diferent fields and approximately 50,000 square feet of fun! Additional waiver required. Bring a sack lunch or money for food.
Kids Cooking Club
November 12
530-730PM
Northshore YMCA
11811 N.E. 195th St.
Bothell, WA 98011
Phone: (425) 485-9797
The Northshore YMCA invites children ages 7-10 to participate in Kids Cooking Club. Participants will learn kitchen basics and prepare recipes using familiar and healthy ingredients. Cost for facility members is $15 per class; $30 per class for non-members.
Family Adventures in Science
November 13
6PM
Kidsquest Children's Museum
Factoria Mall
4033 Factoria Square Mall SE
Bellevue WA 98006
Website
Conduct "electrifying" experiments and explore physical concepts. $10-$15.
Great Train Expo
November 15-16
10AM-4PM
Puyallup Fairgrounds, 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA
Phone: (630) 279-4048
Admission: Adult: $7; Kids under 12: FREE
Website
The show offers a variety of operating model railroad and toy layouts for the entire family to enjoy in many different scales and gauges. Check them out and get some great ideas for your own layout! If you're interested in joining a local model railroading club, the Great Train Expo is a great place to visit some of the different clubs in your area and learn more about them.
Sci-Fi Rockets!
November 15
1115AM and 115PM Saturdays-Sundays through November 30
Museum of Flight
9404 E Marginal Way S
Seattle WA 98108
Phone: (206) 764-5720
Website
Learn about the rocket designs artist created for magazine cover, television and movies, then design your own outer space sci-fi rocket. Included with admission. $14, $13 seniors, $7.50 ages 5-17, free younger than age 5.
Reindeer Festival
November 15 - 16
9AM - 6PM
Swanson's Nursery
9701 15th Ave. NW
Seattle WA 98117
All ages
Cost: FREE
Phone: (206) 782-2543
Website
Celebrate the return of reindeer Dasher and Blitzen to Swanson’s Nursery with music, refreshments and children’s activities. 9am-6pm November 15-16.
9th Annual Scandinavian Fair
November 15
10AM - 4PM
Fox Hall, Hampton Inn
3985 Bennett Drive, Bellingham, WA
Event Cost: $1-Age 12 and under free
Phone: (360) 592-4065
Open to the public. Put on by the Nellie Gerdrum Lodge of Daughters of Norway to "Celebrate Their Scandinavian Heritage." It features a Scandinavian Bakery, Cafe with lunch available all day, Nordic Gifts and Crafts, Entertainment and Hourly Prize Drawings.
The Knack - Where Kids Discover
November 15
Website
Michaels new kids' program, The Knack, lets your kids explore their creativity through a wealth of great ideas, projects and crafts designed just for them. And to enhance kids' creative experience, Michaels offers fun in-store events and activities for kids and their families to enjoy -- from The Knack FreeSM Family Events (free to participate) to The KnackSM Saturdays, during which kids ages 5-12 will create their own fun craft for only $5 per child, including supplies. The KnackSM Saturdays have 30 minute sessions at 10, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 am.
November 15: Yarn Cake Slices
November 22: Kids' Choice Day
Hopelink Turkey Trot
November 16
Registration starts at 12PM
Marina Park, Kirkland, WA
Price: $20 per person. $15 per person for teams of four or more
Phone: (425) 558-5910
Website
5K fun walk to raise money for providing meals to low-income families during the holidays.
Winter Pineapple Classic
with The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
November 16
10AM
530 Dexter Ave. North, Ste. 300
Seattle, WA 98109
Ages: 13 and over
Cost: $100/2-person team; $175/4-person team. Registration is required.
Phone: (206) 628-0777 (Wilma Comenat - wilma.comenat@lls.org)
Website
The Winter Pineapple Classic is a 5k team adventure race where participants must navigate a series of obstacles and physical challenges. The event, designed for teams of two or four, is open to anyone ages 13 to 116, who would enjoy racing across a field, scurrying over obstacles, and competing against other teams and the meteorological vagaries of a November Day in Seattle, then celebrating the accomplishment with a Hawaiian luau. Come with clothes to change into for the luau.
The Wizard of Oz
November 21, 22, 28 & 29; 7-9PM, November 23, 30 at 2PM
Bellevue Youth Theatre
16661 Northup Way
Bellevue, WA 98008
Cost: 9$
Directed By Daniel Alpern
Phone: (425) 452-7155
This delightful musical is based on the wonderful book by Frank Baum, made famous by the movie. This play includes all of the familiar songs. It tells the story of a girl named Dorothy who finds herself in a land far different from her farm in Kansas, and her quest to get back home.
The Knack - Where Kids Discover
November 22
Website
Michaels new kids' program, The Knack, lets your kids explore their creativity through a wealth of great ideas, projects and crafts designed just for them. And to enhance kids' creative experience, Michaels offers fun in-store events and activities for kids and their families to enjoy -- from The Knack FreeSM Family Events (free to participate) to The KnackSM Saturdays, during which kids ages 5-12 will create their own fun craft for only $5 per child, including supplies. The KnackSM Saturdays have 30 minute sessions at 10, 10:30, 11 or 11:30 am.
November 22: Kids' Choice Day
Group Health Ice Arena
November 23
Downtown Bellevue Park
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Group Health Ice Arena opens for the Holiday Season! $9 (includes skate rental; cash, debit and credit cards accepted). Bundle up and take a twirl at the region’s only covered, open-air skating experience. Whether you skate like a pro or are just a beginner, it’s holiday fun for the entire family. Nestled alongside the beautiful lighted waterfall in Bellevue Downtown Park, the ice arena features holiday music from STAR 101.5, special events with free skating lessons and a heated viewing area. Visit Group Health Ice Arena or call 425.453.1223 during business hours for complete ice arena details.
Snowflake Lane
November 23
Bellevue Way, Downtown Bellevue, WA
Snowflake Lane premiers at 7:00 pm, when Santa makes his grand arrival for the season at the Bellevue Collection on Bellevue Way.
Fantasy Lights
November 27 - January 4
530-930PM
Spanaway Park
Phone: (253) 798-4177
Admission: $13 per vehicle; $28 per mini-bus (16-24 passengers); $45 for each bus (25+ passengers)
Website
Pierce County Parks and Recreation is pleased to present the 14th annual 'Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park' the largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest, featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and thousands of sparkling lights. The beautiful two-mile drive along Spanaway Lake has become a memorable lakeside tradition for the entire family. Visitors of all ages will be treated to the magical world of animation and imagination. See bears flying kites, penguins sliding off an igloo, Santa snowboarding down a slope, frogs jumping in and out of trees, and reindeer leaping over your car. You will also marvel at several new attractions including rambunctious raccoons, a Model-T Ford, fantasy train and depot, winter wonderland, and musical bears.
As you drive, tune your car radio to FM 93.7 to enjoy special holiday music performed by a local high school to add to the festive atmosphere of the park.
Thanksgiving Buffet
November 27
Thursday 1030AM, 1PM, 330PM
Woodland Park Zoo
5500 Phinney Avenue North, Seattle
Phone: (206) 548-2500
Website
Feast among the beasts with a traditional Thanksgiving dinner at the zoo's Rain Forest Food Pavilion! Tear into a feast of carved turkey and ham with all the traditional fixins', a dessert buffet and cash bar. Also, enjoy an up-close visit with a raptor! Prices include zoo admission! Price does not include service charge or tax. Advance reservations and pre-payment required. For more information and reservations, please call (206) 684-4825.
Turkey Trot
November 27
8AM registration, 930AM start
Centre at Norpoint
4818 Nassau Ave. NE
Tacoma WA 98422
Phone: (253) 591-5504
Website
5K or two-mile walk/run and kids’ dash (ages 3-8). Prizes for best turkey costume. Bring canned food and running shoe donations. $25, $10 kids, $5 more day of race.
Hilltop Holiday Craft Show
November 28-December 1
Phone: (425) 452-4106
Hilltop Holiday Craft Show at the Northwest Arts Center. Browse, shop and enjoy thousands of quality hand-crafted gifts from Northwest artists and designers.
Winterfest
November 28 - December 31
Seattle Center House, Fisher Pavilion and grounds
305 Harrison St.
Seattle WA 98109
Phone: (206) 684-7200
Website
Welcome Old Man winter and the holidays with arts, entertainment and outdoor activities Nov 28 - Dec 31, including ice-skating (through Jan 4), carousel (through Jan 4), Winter Train and Village (10AM-7PM daily), concerts, bonfires (5-7PM Saturdays), cultural performances, storytelling, ice sculpting (noon-2PM Saturdays), films, exhibits and more. Ice rink 11AM-8PM Sundays-Thursdays, 11AM-10PM Fridays-Saturdays; $5, $3 ages 6-12, free ages 5 and younger with paying adult, $2 skates, cash only. Carousel 11AM-8PM Sundays-Thursdays, 11AM-10PM Fridays-Saturdays; $1.
Zoo Lights
November 28-January 4
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium
Phone: 253-591-5337
Admission: Tickets are $5.50 at Bartell Drugs and $7 at pdza.org and the Zoo's front gate.
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Don't miss the Northwest's wildest holiday light display, now in its 21st year! The Zoo comes aglow with more than a half-million lights! Bundle up and stroll the Zoo, enjoying live entertainment, animal visits, holiday shopping and more. Warm up with hot chocolate or a visit to the steamy South Pacific Aquarium!
Scrooge: The Movie Musical and 63rd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
November 29
3PM and 6PM
Pantages Theater
901 Broadway, Tacoma, WA
Phone: (253) 591-5894
Admission: $8
Website
The Annual Holiday Tree Lighting will begin at 5pm and is a free community event.
Albert Finney stars in the 1970 classic Christmas film Scrooge. This musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' novel A Christmas Carol, features greedy Ebenezer Scrooge and his change of heart after spirit visitations on Christmas Eve. This film was nominated for 4 Oscars and won the Golden Globe. This film is Rated G and perfect for a family holiday outing!
Snowball Express
November 29
2PM
Location: Mineral, WA
Phone: (888) 783-2611, (360) 492-5588
Admission: General (13-61) $25, Senior (62+) $22, Military $22, Youth (4-12)$20, Child (3 and under) Free
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You too will Believe! Catch a ride this December when the Three Rivers Rambler becomes the "Christmas Express" Children of all ages will experience the magic of a holiday train ride. Passengers will be served Christmas cookies, cider and hot chocolate. Santa Claus will board the train at the area known as Divide, where passengers will have an opportunity to visit "Santa's car" and we give our little passengers a gift from Santa. The "Snowball Express" will depart from Mineral, WA and make its way along mountain streams, usually covered by snow this time of year. During the ride, carolers will sing and lead traditional holiday songs. These trains will sell out! Please make reservations as soon as possible.
Santa Train
November 29
9AM - 3PM
North Bend Depot
205 McClellan St
North Bend WA 98045
Phone: (425) 888-2206
Website
Board the Snoqualmie Valley Railroad at the decorated depot in North Bend and ride to the Snoqualmie depot for a Santa visit, music, and refreshments, then ride back to North Bend. Hourly departures 9AM-3PM Saturdays-Sundays through Dec. 20. $15, free younger than age 2, pre-register, space limited.
Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony - Kirkland
November 29
530 - 7PM
Marina Park Lift Station - Kirkland Ave
This is the official kick-off to the Holiday Season in the downtown core! Each year, thousands of people come down to hear festive music, enjoy the decorations and witness our beautiful 30 foot tree being lit up for the first time. See the reindeer, have a cup of cider, and help yourself to some festive cookies. Bring your family and friends to this free event. Santa will be there too!
Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Bellevue Galleria
550 106th Ave NE
Bellevue, WA
6 PM
Enjoy live musical entertainment from local children's choirs and watch the giant elm tree come to life with more than 50,000 lights.
Bellevue Magic Season: Ice Skating
November 30
11AM - 6PM
Bellevue Downtown Park
10201 NE Fourth St
Bellevue WA 98004
Phone: (425) 453-1223
Website
Partially open-air ice arena in Bellevue Downtown Park with an adjacent heated tent. Various times daily from November 28 - January 11 (closed December 25). $7, $10 includes skate rental.
Fall Family Afternoon
November 29
12 - 4PM
IslandWood
4450 Blakely Ave. NE
Bainbridge Island WA 98110
All Ages
Pre-registration required
Phone: (206) 855-4340
Website
Email Cynthia at cynthiab@islandwood.org
Musical performances, games and activities, hayrides, photographic displays, and self-guided interactive historical tours of Port Blakely. $5 per family, pre-register.
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