Here’s your weekend list! Headed to Seattle or one of our other neighbors? Check out the big list over at ThriftyNWmom compiled by super bargain sleuth Sia of Centsible in Seattle. If you prefer to stay local, read on for the best of South Sound fun.
All Weekend
LMNOP Kids’ consignment sale at the Thurston County Fairgrounds Find gently used kids’ clothes at bargain prices. Owner, Nicole, wants you to know that they have 3o thousand (!) pieces in. If you see her, be sure to tell her I sent you!
Ongoing
Beauty and the Beast Performances by Ascension Theater at the Old Cannery in Sumner Tickets are 15.00; student discounts available; kids under 5 are free.
Friday
Kidz Kaboodle Sale The 6th avenue children’s consignment store sells duds for just .25! Thanks, The Coupon Project. This continues on Saturday, but the best stuff will fly out the door today.
Scholastic Clearance Book Sale-Also on Saturday Score Scholastic favorites at bargain prices at Bates Technical College. Clifford will also be on hand at various times.
For more daytime Friday fun, please see me weekly list: What Sounds Fun This Week.
Saturday
Many area farmers’ markets have opened.
Free pancake breakfast at McLendon hardware and one free 2″ tomato plant per family. Breakfast begins at 7:30. Thanks, ThriftyNWmom.
HC MAST water weekends at Redondo-The center is open again every Saturday from 10-2. Kids can touch sea critter in the tanks and learn about other aquatic animals
The Knack! Make it, Take it event at Michaels. Decorate a t-shirt or apron for mom. Free with purchase of tee or apron. 10AM-12
Magic Show by Giggleworks Free magic show for the whole family at the Steilacoom library at 11AM
Living History Open House at historic Fort Steilacoom All buildings open for public tours; costumed actors on hand Free but donations encouraged
Norwegian Heritage Festival at the Scandinavian Cultural Center at PLU Channel your inner Viking and enjoy vendors, musical performances, and food. 11AM-4PM Free admission
Dragon Boat Festival – Olympia 9:00am to 4:30pm; Free event put on by St. Martins University including spirited dragon boat races, Chinese traditional art demonstrations, traditional lion dances, music, martial arts performances and more. Thanks, Centsible in Seattle!
Learn about the Budd Inlet Water Treatment Plant at the LOTT Wet Science Center in Olympia. Slide show followed by a tour; begins at 1:00 PM Free-Come on, how lucky would your kids be to get to tour a water treatment plant??
Daffodil Arabian Horse Show at the Puyallup fair grounds Got a horse lover? Admission is free; shows both Saturday and Sunday
Fan Go Round at Cheney Stadium Meet, “Old timers,” from area baseball teams. Autograph sessions, memorabilia displays, and a chance to check out the newly renovated stadium. Free admission and parking 1-5 PM
Day of the Books/Day of the Child or El Dia de los Libros/El Dia de los Ninos A free celebration of books, language, and culture at the Puyallup Public Library 2-4 PM
Families in Motion event at the Riverwalk trail in Puyallup A free event celebrating the Riverwalk Trail and encouraging families to get active together. Booths, music, and a fun run. 10-2
Harriet Tubman performances Actress and storyteller Karol Brown portrays the conductor of the underground railroad in two performances at the Tacoma Public Library 11AM at Wheelock and 3PM at Moore
Migratory Madness at Northwest Trek Special activities celebrating migration included with admission *Admission is pricey. There are bogo coupons in the Entertainment Book, or think about upgrading a zoo membership if you would go more than twice a year.
Sunday
Migratory Madness at Northwest Trek Special activities celebrating migration included with admission *Admission is pricey. There are bogo coupons in the Entertainment Book, or think about upgrading a zoo membership if you would go more than twice a year.
Let’s Have A Picnic Americana Celebration at the Tacoma Art Museum Picnic outside or eat at the cafeteria. Part of a celebration of the Norman Rockwell exhibit. Kids are free. Regular admission for adults (you could try to get an Art Access pass from your library to go for free). Hands on activities and performances 10AM-4PM
It’s May Day! Think about making a basket. Scroll one down if you need a link to directions.
or take advantage of this sun! You might want to take a hike, enjoy the new boardwalk at Nisqually, or try the bridge to the beach. I’ve got the scoop on those outings, plus more ideas for area walks right here. You could always take a new playground for a spin -check out #10-6, and 5-1, in my best playgrounds series. I’d love to hear your ideas, too
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