Here is this week’s list of family-friendly free or frugal events for around the Northwest, as well as some events going on around the country.
Don’t forget to check out Goldstar for Discount Tickets on many local activities and events, if you are looking for a specific event and want to save some money!
Hit Musical Comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee (Seattle; 2/20 – 2/23; tickets as low as $21.20 plus service fee)
Beneath the Streets: Subterranean Walking Tour (Seattle; 2/21, 2/24 & 2/18; tickets as low as $7.50 plus service fee)
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.: A Musical Adventure for Kids (Portland; 2/21 & 2/18; tickets as low as $6.50 plus service fee)
Goodnight Moon: Children’s Favorite Comes to Life (Portland; 2/23 & 3/2; tickets as low as $11 plus service fee)
Magic Show for Kids and Parents: The I Hate Children Children’s Show (Seattle; 2/22 – 2/23 Saturdays & Sundays; tickets as low as $7.50 plus service fee)
Aida: Elton John’s Score Soars in Tony Award-Winning Musical (Portland; 2/22, 3/1 & 3/8; tickets as low as $16.15 plus service fee)
Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr.: A Musical Adventure for Kids (Portland; 2/21 & 2/28; tickets as low as $6 plus service fee)
If you see a fun, frugal event that’s not listed, feel free to leave a comment so we can add that event to our list.
PUGET SOUND AREA::
Friday, February 21st :
*Paint Me a Story - Bellevue; 2/21; 10:00am – 10:30am or 10:30am – 11:00am; Join us for this popular weekly story time and painting activity. Ages 2 and older. Please check website for current schedules. No registration required. FREE
*Nature Alphabet – Tacoma; 2/12; 3; 10:30am – 11:30am; Preschoolers explore different nature topics through stories, hands-on activities, nature walks and crafts. Note – two location options: Tacoma Nature Center and Center at Norpoint. Adult participation is recommended, children younger than age 4 require an adult present. Space is limited, advance registration required. $6.
*FreeTête-à-têter At Frye Museum – Seattle; 2/21; 11:00am – 5:00pm; Frye Museum entrance and parking are free all the time. You can check their events page here, for a list of weekly events.
*Pay-What-You-Can at Seattle Symphony’s “Soundbridge”- Seattle, Beneroya Hall; 2/21; 12:00pm to 4:00pm; Soundbridge is a music discovery center and Friday afternoons are “Pay What You Can” entrance- suggested donation $5 – $15 per family; Ages 2-5, 30 minute interactive storytelling with song & rhythm, dance & musical instruments at 1:45pm.
*Teen Space presents: Movie Matinee of ‘The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ – Seattle; 2/21; 2:30pm – 5:00pm; Don’t Panic — join us for some Mid-Winter Break fun! Eat popcorn and watch “The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy,” a 2005 film based on Douglas Adam’s humorous SF series. For teens.
*FREE Friday Night Live at Imagine Children’s Museum – Everett; 2/21; 5:30pm – 9:00pm; Imagine Children’s Museum offers FREE admission on the third Friday of each month, 5:30 to 9 p.m. All ages.
Saturday, February 22nd :
*Tales & Trails for Little Tykes – Seattle; 2/22 & 2/26; 10:00am – 11:00am; Introduce your toddler to nature with story time, songs, and fun activities inside, followed by exploration along the trails of Seward Park. Walks are easy and less than one mile in length. Pre-register, space is limited. Recommended for ages birth to 3. Cost: $2 per person.
*Kids Rock Concert Series: Johnny Bregar - Seattle; 2/22; 10:30am; Part of the Mount Baker Community Club’s Kids Rock season. Doors open 10 a.m., show starts 10:30 a.m. $5, $15 per family of four, season tickets available.
*Mother Goose Story Time – Seattle; 2/22; 1:00pm – 2:00pm; Bring your kids ages 6 and younger to meet master storyteller Mother Goose for myths and legends, sing-alongs, scavenger hunts and other activities highlighting birds and animals of Seward Park and legends of the Northwest. Guest appearances by Talking Tree, Sasquatch, Owl, Eagle and Bear.
*Bellevue Art Museums Get Crafty Saturday – Bellevue; 2/22; 1:00pm to 3:00pm; Free craft time for kids each Saturday. $2 material fee or free with admission.
*Nature Walk at Lake Hills Greenbelt – Bellevue; 2/22; 2:00pm; Explore Lake Hills Greenbelt with a park ranger. Learn the history of the park, tour community gardens, and learn about local wildlife. All ages. 2 p.m. Saturdays. $1 suggested donation per person.
*Mercer Slough Nature Walk – Bellevue; 2/22; 2:00pm-3:00pm; Meet a Mercer Slough park ranger at the visitor center for a free guided tour and learn about the fascinating flora, fauna and history of the Mercer Slough Nature Park. Please dress for weather. No registration is required. FREE.
*Teen Workshop: Figure Drawing – Bellevue; 2/22; 3:00pm – 5:00pm; Looking to improve your drawing skills and to try something out of the ordinary? Join the Teen Arts Council for an engaging classical drawing workshop led by artist Alex Chubotin. Teens will explore line, form and composition of the human figure using graphite and charcoal. Be ready to learn and play in this special workshop for both beginning and experienced young artists. Free for teens. R.S.V.P. online.
Sunday, February 23rd:
*Bitter Lake Pancake Breakfast – Seattle; 2/23; 9:00am – 12:00pm; Bring the whole family and enjoy all-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, juice and coffee! Proceeds from this annual event will help provide scholarships for our low income neighbors. $5, free ages 3 and younger.
Monday, February 24th:
*Masterpiece Monday - Bellevue; 2/24; 10:00am – 10:45am; Create a special art project each week to take home during this fun drop-in class. Activities vary from painting to collage and mosaics. Ages 3 and older. Most Mondays 10 to 10:45 a.m. $2 supply fee per class. Please check website for current schedules. No registration required.
*Pajama Story Time – Seattle; 2/24; 6:45pm – 7:15pm; It is pajama story time at the Queen Anne Branch! All ages are welcome to join us for stories, songs and crafts. You can wear your pajamas!
Tuesday, February 25th:
*Village Playdays – Seattle; 2/25; 10:00am – 11:00am; Kid-friendly storytime, crafts and activities at a different University Village store or restaurant each Tuesday. Parents receive discounts and offers for that day. Check website for details.
*Detective Cookie’s Urban Youth Chess Club – Seattle; Children and teens, ages 7 and up, are invited to join the group. Family and community members are also welcome. Drop by to learn and play chess!
Wednesday, February 26th:
*FREE Drop-In Playgroup – Seattle; 2/26; 10:00am – 12:00pm; Join kids ages birth to 5 and their parents/caregivers every Wednesday and Friday for a drop-in playgroup! Have fun playing with other families, reading, and singing. First-time families will be asked to fill out a registration form. FREE
*Pajamas & Puppets – Seattle; 2/26; 7:00pm – 7:30pm; It’s time for pajamas and puppets at the Northeast Branch! Bring your preschoolers and toddlers to enjoy a puppet show — along with stories, rhymes, songs and fun — with our children’s librarian.
Thursday, February 27th :
*Kids Co. Play and Learn – Seattle; 2/27; 10:00am – 11:30am; Come play and learn with us! Snack is included and an outside play area is available. Newborn to age 5 with caregiver – come for all or just part of the time! FREE
*Tugboat Storytime – Seattle; 2/27; 11:00am – 12:00pm; Listen to stories about boats and the sea aboard the Arthur Foss, a 100-year-old tugboat. After stories, there is time to explore the boat. This is an indoor/outdoor activity; dress accordingly. Ages 2 to 5. Not intended for preschool groups.
*Half Priced Admission Imagine Childrens Museum – Everett; 2/26; 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. is half priced ( $3.88)
For more lists of local events in WA check out these websites::
*Sounds Fun Mom - Maegen always has a great list of events local to the South Sound area of WA
*Grays Harbor Deals - Annaliese lists some great events each weekend for Grays Harbor county (Long Beach, Hoquiam, Aberdeen, Moclips, Ocean Shores, Raymond, Elma & more!)
*SnoCo Mom - Emily shares all about Snohomish County family & kids activities on her blog & you’ll find some great weekly events.
PORTLAND AREA:
Here’s our list of weekly events for the Portland area.
Friday,February 21st :
*Little Kids Ride at the Lumberyard – Portland; 2/21, 2/24 – 2/26; 9:00am – 12:00pm; The Lumberyard, Portland’s indoor bike park, includes jump lines, pump tracks, skill sections and technical trail riding for beginners to experts. Weekday mornings that major Portland area metropolitan schools are in session kids 6 and under ride for just $6 from 9 am until noon. If they want to continue riding after noon it’s just another $6 until 2 pm.
*Ladybug Nature Walks – Portland; 2/14; 10:00am; Explore nature in Portland parks with trained naturalists! Mid-February through early November, rain or shine. $4 per preschooler, no charge for adults. For more info, call 503-823-3601503-823-3601.For ages 2-5 with grown-up.
*Author Storytime at Little Red Press – Portland; 2/21; 10:00am – 10:30am; Come hear local author Jennifer Coughlin read her picture book The Great Impersonator, a story about a little boy so great at imitating animals, he’s got the whole town wondering just what wild critters are walking around the city. The book will available for purchase and signing, as well as prints of the book illustrations. Come join us for a fun, free event in downtown Kenton.
*Mo Phillips at Treehouse Children’s Boutique – Portland; 2/21; 10:00am; Mo has devised a fine, music blend of Americana, soul and blues in his secret ninja laboratory and is not afraid of a poppy hook, or straight rocking’ out! $5 per child.
*Red Yarn at Warehouse Cafe – Portland; 2/21; 10:00am – 10:45am; Weaving together energetic live music, puppetry and storytelling, Red Yarn teaches positive values while reviving American folklore for a younger generation. Join Red Yarn & his lovable critters every Friday morning at Warehouse Cafe. Audiences will sing, dance, act, and experience the joy of community during Red Yarn’s interactive shows. This show is hosted by Warehouse Cafe, a coffee shop, market and community space committed to healthy food at fair prices.http://knowthyfood.com
*Music From Mr. Hoo from The Alphabeticians – Portland; 2/21; 11:00am – 12:00pm; Mr. Hoo will be singing songs with and for kids. He’ll play his guitar and sing some original songs, some Alphabeticians songs, some classic kid songs and Hoo knows what else? $3 suggested donation pp.
*Story and Stroll at Tryon Creek – Portland; 2/21; 1:00pm – 2:15pm; This program integrates nature exploration, art, literature, music, movement, and outdoor play. It is geared toward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6 but all are welcome.) For more specific information, call (503) 636-9886(503) 636-9886 ext. 225. FREE.
*Story Time with Olive and Dingo at Pie Spot – Portland; 2/21; 3:00pm – 4:00pm;Fun for all. Full of comedy, songs, stories, balloons and laughter. Balloons twisting at the end of the show. Cost: $5 per child for balloons and entertainment
*Lori Henriques in Concert – Lake Oswego; 2/21; 7:00pm – 8:00pm; Award winning musician Lori Henriques performs jazz music fro the whole family! $5 suggested donation
*Family Friday Concerts at The Community Music Center – Portland; 2/21; 7:15pm – 10:15pm; MT Duo performs. Our volunteer-run series of once-a-month low-cost concerts for children & families returns. All Family Friday concerts start at 7:15 pm and run about an hour (no intermission). Admission is free, with suggested donation of $5 per person or $15 for a family. Doors open at about 6:45 pm.
Saturday, February 22nd :
*Free Dental Sealant Day – Portland; 2/22; 8:00am – 4:00pm; February is National Children’s Dental Health Month. To honor children in the Portland metro area, Portland Family Dentistry will offer free sealants for children ages 7 to 15 years old. on Saturday, February 22nd. Children will be seen by appointment only, so please contact 503-284-3588503-284-3588 to schedule a convenient time. Children do not need insurance to take part in the complimentary sealants. There are no restrictions or requirements, and there will be no fees associated with treatment on Sealant Day. Sealants can reduce cavities by more than 60% by creating a barrier to protect teeth against decay-causing bacteria. Sealant material used is BPA-Free. All treatment is provided by Dr. Travis Agee and the team at Portland Family Dentistry.
*Rain City Rock Out! at Rain City Coffee – Portland; 2/22; 10:00am – 11:00am; Mo Phillips jams his originals, classic family jams, and supa sweet familiar pop tunes to charge up your Saturday! Cost: $5 suggested donation
*Guided Nature Walks at Tryon Creek – Portland; 2/22; 10:00am-11:30am; Free guided nature hikes exploring the forest and stream ecosystems and natural history at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Topics will vary from week to week but will be appropriate for all ages. Parents must accompany kids on all hikes.
*Music Class at the Treehouse with Mr. Ben – Portland; 2/22; 10:00am; Enjoy music with kindie favorite Mr. Ben – now on Saturday! Cost: $5
* Kids Saturday Morning Skate Session At Oaks Park – Portland; 2/22; 10:30am – 12:00pm; For $6 children 10 and under can skate (skates included). Parents free with paid child admission.
*Hike It Baby Meet-up and Hike at the Bull and the Bee – Portland; 2/22; 11:00am – 12:30pm; Meet at the store at 11am and the group will head out around the Sellwood/Moreland neighborhood. Enjoy 10% off purchases that day for participating in the walk. Allow for 90 minutes for the walk. For more information about the group, check out http://hikeitbaby.com/
*Oregon Pacific Railroad Train Rides at Rail Heritage Center – Portland; 2/22; 1:00pm – 5:00pm; The Oregon Pacific Railroad is offering round trip diesel locomotive powered passenger train rides to the public from the Oregon Rail Heritage Center, located near OMSI. Passenger trains will operate on Saturdays and depart the Oregon Rail Heritage Center at 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm and 4:30 pm. Rides last approximately 45 minutes. Locomotive cab rides are available for an additional fee. Cost: $5
*Monsters Under Bridges at Green Bean Books – Portland; 2/22; 1:00pm – 1:30pm; Meet a slew of lovable monsters who reside under the many different bridges of the Pacific Northwest. Join author Rachel Roellke Coddington and the creative team Jolby as they read from their popular picture book Monsters Under Bridges. Stay after for a drawing activity and to get your book signed.
*Cascade Festival of African Films Family Day at PCC Cascade – Portland; 2/22; 2:00pm; Baba Wagu Diakit of Mali, artist and author, will be host and storyteller before the film. Khumba is an animated adventure comedy about a half-striped zebra who is blamed for the lack of rain by the rest of his superstitious herd. He decides to embark on a quest to earn his stripes. Khumba ventures beyond the fence, encountering a colorful range of characters, including a migrating herd of antelope in search of greener pastures, a new-age community living safely within the confines of a luxurious national park, an endangered rabbit who has survived extinction by mastering impersonations and beat-boxing, a group of hysterical dassies (rock rabbits) who fanatically worship the Mighty Black Eagle, and Nora, a loony, solitary sheep living on an abandoned farm. Through these interactions, Khumba begins to learn that diversity is essential for survival and that one’s difference can, in fact, be one’s strength. In English.
* Free Family Swim At Marshall Community Center - Vancouver; 2/22; 4:45pm – 6:30pm; Bauman Chiropractic is sponsoring free family swims at Marshall Pool Saturday evenings.
*Family Friday Flicks at the Hillsboro Main Library – Hillsboro; 2/22; 6:30pm – 8:00pm; Friday Family Flicks features family friendly movies on the third Friday of most months at the Main Library! Popcorn provided, courtesy of Regal Cinema’s Movies on TV Highway. Recommended for ages 4+ and adult family members. Children must be supervised by adult family members. Seating is limited to 100 people.
Sunday, February 23rd:
*Pointed Man Band at Cafe au Play – Portland; 2/23; 10:00am – 11:00am; Pointed Man Band has stories to tell of adventure, emotions and even fun facts about bugs through music made for all to enjoy. Original tunes, tall tales and plenty of High-Fives! You’ll dance, laugh and sing along as we all grow and play together. $5 suggested per family
*Family tour of the Portland Art Museum – Portland; 2/23; 12:30pm – 1:30pm; Take a tour of the art museum with a docent skilled at engaging visitors of all ages. Tour is free with admission and free for kids 17 and under. Cost: $15 (adults), Free (kids under 18).
*The David Show! at Rain City Coffee – Portland; 2/23; 1:00pm – 2:00pm; Musical variety show for children of all ages and their families.
*Story and Stroll at Tryon Creek – Portland; 2/23; 1:00pm-2:15pm; This program integrates nature exploration, art, literature, music, movement, and outdoor play. It is geared toward families with young children (preferably ages 2-6 but all are welcome.) For more specific information, call (503) 636-9886(503) 636-9886 ext. 225. FREE.
*Dance Party at Echo Theater – Portland; 2/23; 3:00pm – 5:00pm; It is a rockin’ dance party for the whole family with hula hoops, disco lights, the Zig Zags and Greasy Kid Stuff. $5.00
*Mr. Hoo’s CD Release Party at Village Ballroom – Portland; 2/23; 4:00pm – 5:30pm; Local children’s musician Mr. Hoo, one half of the children’s band The Alphabeticians, has released his first solo CD, Metamorphosis, and is celebrating with a big party. Mr. Hoo’s CD release party will provide plenty of opportunities for families to sing, dance and interact with the music. He will have several local children’s musicians join him on songs. Tallulah’s Daddy (Matt Lynch) and Matt Clark are both talented solo artists who have joined Mr. Hoo in the past. And Mr. E (Eric Levine) is his partner in The Alphabeticians. Together they will provide Mr. Hoo with a full band. Tickets are $5 in advance, available through BrownPaperTickets.com. If still available, tickets will be $7 at the door. Babies are free. Doors will open at 3:30, and the show is from 4-5:30 pm. Food and drinks will be available through the Oregon Public House and the event is hosted by Woodlawn Swap n Play.
Monday, February 24th :
*Music Class with Johnny Keener at The Treehouse – Portland; 2/24; 10:00am; He will craft music for kids that is exciting and fun, as well as artistically satisfying. He is committed to inviting kids into the musical process providing them with a musical experience they won’t forget! Best for ages 0-6. Cost: $5 per child
*Storytime with Olive Rootbeer and Dingo at Laurelhurst Cafe – Portland; 2/24; 10:00am – 11:00am; Join Olive and Dingo for stories, balloons and songs at Laurelhurst Cafe, a quaint restaurant serving organic local high quality meals. (Gluten free and kids menu options too.). $5 suggested donation.
*Tallulah’s Daddy at Rain City Coffee – Portland; 2/24; 10:00am – 11:00am; Come sing, dance and play with Tallulah’s Daddy as he plays guitar, bass and cajon. Tallulah’s Daddy plays fun, energetic acoustic music for your little ones, and you can grab some coffee, tea or a snack. We start with musical storytime, then sing songs, and we leave a little bit of extra time for the kids to get their hands on some percussion instruments! No cover charge, donations appreciated.
*Washington County Museum Free Admission – Portland; 2/24; 10:00am to 4:30pm; Admission is free to this museum every Monday.
*The David Show at Cafe au Play – Portland; 2/24; 10:30am – 11:30am; Fun and interactive musical variety show performed by David Rutiezer. Fun for all ages! Cost: $3 suggested donation
*Mondays On The Mall – Portland – Downtown Central Transit Mall; 2/24; Free events all day including Wii play, caricatures, the original photo booth and entertainment.
Tuesday, February 25th:
*Story Time with Olive and Dingo at Warehouse Cafe – Portland; 2/25; 10:00am – 11:00am; Fun for all. Not your average Story Time! Full of comedy, songs, stories, balloons and laughter. Sure to get the jumpers jumping, the dancers dancing, wigglers wiggling and the noise makers cooing. Olive and Dingo are bright and cheery, cartoony characters who love inspiring kids and families to be silly, to love imrove and creative performance and to be the best audience members Portland has ever known! Balloons twisting and fellowship is at the end of the show. Folks are encouraged to check Olive and Dingo out on the web. Lots of love! Cost: $5 per child for balloons and entertainment
*Winter Story Time Stay-n-Play at TaborSpace – Portland; 2/25; 10:00am – 11:15am; Darlene Sochin,?a professional classroom teacher of 24 years, will share her love of reading and telling stories with toddlers, preschoolers, parents, and caregivers. Every Tuesday morning this winter here in Portland, she offers story time, and activities to follow, for a fun way to brighten up your rainy winter mornings. A great way to break up the day and for some special learning and exploring before lunch and nap time. Cost: $5
*Preschool Play and Skate at Oaks Park – Portland; 2/25; 10:00am – 11:30am; This special roller skating session is just for your littlest skaters. Children 6 and under enjoy games, songs, blals, a 15 minute group lesson, snack time, and more. Conventional skate rental included. Shoes and strollers welcome on the skating floor. Adults free with paid children’s admission. Cost: $6.00
*Tuesday Art Time at the Treehouse Children’s Boutique – Portland; 2/25; 10:15am – 11:15am; Every Tuesday of the 2012-2013 school year, the Treehouse Children’s Boutique opens its doors and expands into the auditorium of the Sound Roots School of Music for art, craft, science, and play! Suitable for ages 1 to 6 with adult. *Please register in advance! Simply leave a comment on the Treehouse Children’s Boutique facebook wall, drop by the store, or email the teacher, Sarah, at sarahfagan@yahoo.com to secure a spot. Walk-ins welcome as space allows. Cost $6 per child.
*Red Yarn at Cafe au Play – Portland; 2/25; 10:30am – 11:00am; Weaving together energetic live music, puppetry and storytelling, Red Yarn teaches positive values while reviving American folklore for a younger generation. Join Red Yarn & his lovable critters every Tuesday morning at Cafe au Play. Audiences will sing, dance, act, and experience the joy of community during Red Yarn’s interactive shows. Cafe au Play is a nonprofit coffeehouse and community center with play areas for children and activities for children, caregivers, and the community. For more information, visit www.cafeauplay.org Cost: $3/walking person
*Storytime at Green Bean Books – Portland; 2/25; 11:00am – 11:30am; Get ready to get immersed in the world of books! FREE
*Mommy Matinee at the Kennedy School – Portland; 2/25 & 2/26; 2:30pm – 4:30pm; Tuesdays & Wednesdays moms, dads, grandparents, nannies and their babies are welcome. Let the kids fuss – we don’t mind! Click here for today’s movie. Cost: $3 pp
Wednesday, February 26th:
*Visit the Historic Belmont Firehouse – Portland; 2/26; 9:00am – 3:00pm; Drop in any Wednesday to see the exhibits and learn about safety for you and your family. No appointment is necessary.
*African World Music at Rain City Coffee – Portland; 2/26; 10:00am – 11:00am; Neindow and friends bring the rhythms of Africa to Rain City Coffee every Wednesday. Kids of all ages and adults are welcome to join this fun, upbeat music hour of drumming, singing and jamming. Cost: $5
*Story Time with Olive and Dingo at Sound Grounds – Portland; 2/26; 10:00am – 11:00am; Fun for all. Balloons twisting and fellowship is at the end of the show. Folks are encouraged to check Olive and Dingo out on the web! Lots of love! Cost: $5 per child for balloons and entertainment
*Honeybee Hikes at Leach Botanical Gardens – Portland; 2/26; 10:00am – 11:00am; Weekly nature-related activities for young children and their adult caregivers. Discover the secrets of the Garden and its critters through stories and outdoor explorations. Dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes for unpaved, uneven walkways that could be muddy. Strollers limit where we can explore, so carriers are ideal for little ones. No pre-registration required. Best for ages 1-6. Cost: $2 per child
*Music Class at the Treehouse with Mr. Ben – Portland; 2/26; 10:00am; Enjoy music with kindie favorite Mr. Ben. Cost: $5 per child
*Mo Phillips Party Time! at Milagros Boutique – Portland; 2/26; 10:30am – 11:30am; Come hang out, sing-along, dance about, and generally carry on in a rock n roll kinda way! $5 suggested donation
*Mommy Matinee at the St Johns Theater- Portland; 2/26; 1:00pm – 2:30pm; Parents, nannies, grandparents and caregivers, bring your babies to these films, from G to R ratings. Let the wee ones fuss, they don’t mind. Every Wednesday, first showing, unless an event has been booked. Check movie listings for showtimes or call 503-249-7474503-249-7474 . Cost $3.00
*Family Day at the Washington County Museum - Portland; 2/26; 2:00pm – 4:00pm
*Story Time with Olive and Dingo at Pieper Cafe – Portland; 2/26; 3:00pm – 4:00pm; Fun for all. Not your average Story Time! Full of comedy, songs, stories, balloons and laughter. Sure to get the jumpers jumping, the dancers dancing, wigglers wiggling and the noise makers cooing. Olive and Dingo are bright and cheery, cartoony characters who love inspiring kids and families to be silly, to love imrove and creative performance and to be the best audience members Portland has ever known! Balloons twisting and fellowship is at the end of the show. Folks are encouraged to check Olive and Dingo out on the web. Lots of love! Cost: $5 per child
*Mo Phillips Party Time! at Oregon Public House – Portland; 2/26; 5:00pm – 6:00pm; Join Mo for some excellent family rock out dinner action. Great food! Great beers! Great pub! Great tunes! The Oregon Public House is a non-profit pub that sends all profits to local charities — and you get to choose which charity on the list you would like your funds to go to!
Thursday, February 27th :
*Tallulah’s Daddy at Warehouse Cafe – Portland; 2/20; 10:00am – 11:00am; Come sing, dance and stomp like a dinosaur as Tallulah’s Daddy sings and plays his guitar, bass and cajon. Tallulah’s Daddy plays fun, energetic and interactive acoustic music for kids, and brings lots of percussion goodies for kids of all ages to play with! Cost: donation
*St Johns Swapnplay Playspace Open Play - Portland; 2/27; 10:00am – 12:00pm; Free to all! This is a chance to come learn, play and grow. Free toddler/preschooler art class from 10-11. First come first served as we run out of materials after 15 students. Open Play is an open time for non-members to enjoy the space.
*Storytime at A Children’s Place Bookstore – Portland; 2/27; 10:30am – 11:00am; Enjoy this free weekly storytime at the lovely A Children’s Place Bookstore. A variety of books for different age ranges will be read. FREE.
*Mommy & Me with a Jewish twist – Portland; 2/27; 10:30am – 11:30am; Join other moms and bond with your child while exploring the Jewish world through play, music & movement, stories and crafts. Ages 0-3 years. Healthy snacks provided. Open to all and free of charge.
*Story Time with Olive and Dingo at Cafe au Play - Portland; 2/27; 10:30am – 11:30am; Fun for all. Not your average Story Time!! Full of comedy, songs, stories, balloons and laughter. Sure to get the jumpers jumping, the dancers dancing, wigglers wiggling and the noise makers cooing. Olive and Dingo are bright and cheery, cartoony characters who love inspiring kids and families to be silly, to love imrove and creative performance and to be the best audience members Portland has ever known! Balloons twisting and fellowship is at the end of the show. Folks are encouraged to check Olive and Dingo out on the web. Lots of love! Cost: $5 per child for balloons and entertainment
*Storytime at Green Bean Books – Portland; 2/27; 3:30pm – 4:00pm; GBB is now offering a second weekly story time! Join us any Thursday afternoon, 3:30-4:00pm for stories and laughter! FREE
For more lists of local events in western OR check out::
* PDX Kids Calendar - this is a comprehensive events-based website for families in the Portland area.
NATIONAL EVENTS:
*Free Craft Activities at Lakeshore Learning Stores– Sat. ; 11am to 3pm; Kids can come to this free craft time each week for a new craft (plus print a $5 off $25 coupon).
*Pottery Barn Kids Book Club- Tuesday 1/22; 11-11:30am; Kids of all ages can attend storytime every Tuesday. Members receive an official Book Club Passport and a special gift after attending 5 storytimes.
*Barnes and Noble Free Storytime - Times and events vary by location. Check your location for specific story’s available this weekend.
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