It’s our great big list of everything to do with kids in the South Sound this weekend!
What’s Fun for Kids at the Library This Week
Need free fun to do with the kids when it’s raining?
Or just any day?
Look no further than your library!
We’re rounded up the best things going on for kids at Tacoma, Puyallup, and Pierce and South King County library branches.
We’ve just included two days worth since this is a new-to-the-site feature. Let me know if you find it helpful, and we’ll do it again!
Also note that I have only included special events that sounded like,
“Best bets.” I haven’t included regular story times. As usual, links are provided so you can check the details! Make sure you’ve signed up for summer reading, too!
“Best bets.” I haven’t included regular story times. As usual, links are provided so you can check the details! Make sure you’ve signed up for summer reading, too!
Thursday
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium – How the Moon and Stars Affect Wildlife on Earth at the Orting Library 1:00pm – 2:00pm Glowing orbs in the sky inspired us to send people into space. But what do they mean for wild animals?Transformations, brave journeys, odd behaviors
Nancy Stewart – Up, Up and Away at the Milton/Edgewood Library 1:30pm – 2:30pm Join Nancy Stewart in a singing celebration of people, places and things that are out of this world!
Emily’s Paper Crafts – Star Wars Origami at the Gig Harbor Library 2pm Learn how to fold and create several origami Star Wars characters and space ships. Take home your folded creations.
Puppet Theater Presents – Little Red and Dog House at the South Hill Library 2:30 Pierce County Library puppeteers present classic stories. Ages 6 and up.
Come out for an afternoon of tie dye in the park. Bring your own shirt or other item to tie dye. Tie dye colors will be provided
Popsicle Stick Puzzles at the South Tacoma Library 3pm
Create a personal puzzle with Popsicle Sticks. You’ll draw a design and once it’s done, get someone to TRY to solve it.
Friday
Superhero at Storytime at the Puyallup Library 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Meet our own community superhero, an officer from the Puyallup Police Department, during Preschool Storytime. Ages 3-5 years. More Details
Building Madness at the Gig Harbor Library 10:30 Use Lego bricks, Straws & Connectors, blocks and more to construct fabulous contraptions. Creative fun for the whole family. Age 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Animal Encounters – Australian Animals at the Bonney Lake Library 11am Australia is home to some of the most unique animals on the planet. Visit with a few of these creatures while you learn about their habitats, behavioral and physical adaptations, and more!
Science Tellers – Aliens: Escape from Earth at the Key Center Library 11am See an action-packed and educational adventure totally out of this world!
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium – How the Moon and Stars Affect Wildlife on Earth at the Tillicum Library 2pm Glowing orbs in the sky inspired us to send people into space. But what do they mean for wild animals? Transformations, brave journeys, odd behaviors…
Summer Reading STEM – Light Sensing Robots at the Sumner Library 2PM Many scientific discoveries in space have happened because there are robots/machines that can sense changes in light. Join us to make a robot that can do the same thing!
Summer Stories and Crafts – at the Orting Valley Farmers Market 3:30pm – 4:30pm Drop by to hear a story, make a craft and meet your local library staff!
Altered Art – Aliens or Fandom Characters at the Fife Library 4:30pm Paint UFOs, aliens or fandom characters onto thrifted paintings to create an altered work of art.
Free Slurpee Day 2019
A quick reminder that today, Thursday, July 11th, you can score a free Slurpee at 7-11 because it’s 7-11.
My boys and I do this every year. It’s silly, it’s totally not healthy, and it’s free. Again, you may want to double check with your store, but I’ve never found one not participating. It runs 11am-7pm.
Note that it’s a small size. I think Henry had his done by the time we were out the door last year.
South Sound Weekend Kids’ Calendar: Family Fun and Things to Do This Weekend-July 5th, 6th, and 7th
South Sound Weekend Kids’ Calendar: Family Fun and Things to Do June 28th, June 29th, and June 30th
Auburn Kids Day 2019
Eep! School is (finally) out, which means it’s time for one of our favorite things: Auburn Kids Day!
This is a great, free event, right at Les Gove Park in downtown Auburn, and open to all! This year’s event is June 25th!
Admission is FREE and so are most of the activities!
Highlights include inflatables, mini golf, a rock climbing wall, and face painting. The ArtRageous Zone, where kids get to create masterpieces with professional artists, is also back, as is an expanded (!) Touch-A-Truck area, and much more!
There are a few paid attractions like the popular bungee trampolines and old growth tree climbing, so bring along a bit of cash if your kids will want to do those or buy some eats.
I will tell you straight up that this is a very popular event, so don’t go here if you’re seeking peace and quiet! Do go with your spirit of adventure and just a bit of a plan for where to park, when to arrive, and what to do first. How to make one? Here are some tips:
Parking is available in and around the park, with overflow parking at Grace Community Church and street parking surrounding the park. If you can’t go on the early side, I’d just go find the church parking.
My boys and I have gone to this event several times and always had fun. The biggest lines seem to be for the inflatables, rock climbing, and the face painting. You may want to hit those early, or talk the kids into doing some other things. There are really a lot of great choices.
We also like to go early or late in the day for even more fun with lighter crowds, but I’ll leave that part up to you. Do get a map when you arrive (any vendor should have one). It’s totally possible to skip the for-profit vendors and just go to the community booths-each of whom should have some kind of freebie for the kids! There will also be all kinds of free, on-stage entertainment.
For additional event information, parking information, a festival map or entertainment schedule, you can check out the fb event page here or the city website here.
Disclosure: We are proud to be a media partner with the City of Auburn Parks Department. They’ve been super cool partners of ours since way back when. If you have a chance to say you heard about their events on Sounds Fun Mom, I’d really appreciate it!
South Sound Weekend Kids’ Calendar: Family Fun and Things to Do June 22nd and June 23rd
Saturday
All Over
Many Farmer’s Markets are now open. Find your fresh here!
See, “Kids’ Club,” for details. Check out their, “Camp creativity,” events, too! Patriotic BirdHouse craft today
Storytime at Barnes and Noble stores
Toy Story 4 tie-in today
South King County
Meet Buzz Lightyear at Learning Express Toys in Renton
The American Crown Circus is at The Commons in Federal Way all weekend. This is a new-to-us event.
Wonders of Space Show at the Maple Valley Library 2-3PM
Explore the mysteries of space including black holes, planets and gravity through slapstick comedy, a touch of magic, music and juggling. Free tickets available at the Maple Valley Library Front Desk beginning June 17, 10am.
Mary Olson Farm Open House Hours
Free admission during regular open hours (special events may charge).
A suggested donation of $5 per adult and $2 per child is greatly appreciated. The Farm will be open 12pm – 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays from June 22 – August 25, 2019. The Farmhouse is open to tour each day from 1 – 4pm. Quiet, unplugged outing
Reber Ranch Customer Appreciation Event
Vendors, petting zoo, and other fun
Neely Mansion Birthday Celebration refreshments and tours
Visit the HCC Mast Center at Redondo The center and its touch tanks of sea critters are free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2
Puyallup/South Hill/Orting/Greater Pierce
at the Graham Library 11am-1PM Defy gravity and test your balance as if you were walking on the moon! Complete an obstacle course while wearing moon shoes.
Summer Reading Kickoff – KaBOOM! Imagination Playground™ at the Eatonville Library 11am-4pm
Summer Reading Kickoff Carnival at the South Hill Library – South Hill Meeting Room 12-2pm
Out of This World Movie – Lost In Space at the Fife Library 1-3pm Rated PG-13.
Summer reading kick off party at the Puyallup Public Library
Celebrate the start of summer reading with science fun, games, and crafts for everyone. Go on a stargazing adventure with Pacific Science Center’s travelling planetarium (sign up in advance), discover Lego creations, and more.
Farm Days at Left Foot Farm Link has detailed info.
Special slug themed fun included with admission. Also Sunday
Tacoma/South Tacoma/Lakewood/Parkland
Visit any branch today starting at 1 p.m. for a Summer Reading Launch Event! Enjoy free hands-on activities and find out more about the fun programs we have throughout the summer. If you haven’t already, pick up a bingo card for your age level, and start completing squares to earn prizes (available while supplies last)!
Washington Homeschool Conference at the Tacoma Dome Expo Hall
While not a kids’ event, this is a great opportunity if you homeschool or are considering it. Tons of booths and informational resources and presentations.
food booths, stage entertainment and other fun at Point Defiance
Oink, Wooves, Hoof event at Tacoma Lutheran Home
Spend the afternoon with some of the Tacoma Lutheran Home support animals! I *think* this is open to the public
Bee Festival at the Proctor Farmer’s Market
Dockside Tours of the tall ship Lady Washington at the Foss Waterway Seaport Tours are included with the cost of museum admission; sails (pricey but probably amazing!) are also available
Roman and Greek myths are brought to life, illuminating stories behind the constellations. Starring Pegasus!This production is a non-stop kid-friendly puppet-romp of excitement and fun for everyone. 2:30
Saturday morning cartoons at Fern Hill 10:15
Family story time at Wheelock Library 10:30
Family story time at Moore10:30
Baby Massage at the Moore Library 11:30. Join Carrie Mori, from Mary Bridge Children’s Therapy Services, to learn the benefits and basics of infant massage. Bring a blanket and your baby for bonding and practice.
Traveling Lantern Theatre Company – Summer Reading Kickoff! at the University Place Library 11am
Enjoy a performance of “My Mother The Astronaut.” To the moon and beyond!
See a children’s show at the Science Dome-the area’s only indoor planetarium. So fun!
Summer Reading Kickoff at the Tillicum Library 12:00pm – 2:00pm
An afternoon of fun activities for all ages and a community barbecue to kickoff the 2019 Summer Reading Program!
Read to a Dog at the Parkland/Spanaway Library 1-2PM
Kids can share a book with a furry friend while improving their reading skills.
Fairy Fest at Lakewold Gardens June 21-23
10 am to 4 pm
$9 General | $7 Military, Seniors, Students | FREE kids 12 and under All kinds of fairy themed fun; family friendly
Family summer event at Bass Pro Shops
EVERY Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday (starting Saturday June 22nd) from 12pm – 4pm there will be free family fun activities, like the inflatable Daisy BB Range, and the S.A.F.E. Archery Inflatable Range, plus workshops with crafts (limited to first 40 kids each day).
Lacey/Olympia/Dupont
Alls Faire at the Thurston County Fairgrounds
Come one and all to Thurston County Fairgrounds’ largest Medieval/Fantasy festival on June 22 & 23, 2019. All’s Faire is a family friendly event. The daytime activities include: castle battles and tournaments, black powder demonstrations, kids carnival, live music and stage acts, arts and crafts, as well as merchants and vendors. Free admission; 10.00 parking
dance, food, and fun celebrating the cultures of the Polynesian Islands
Fire Rescue Spectacular at the Hands-On Children’s Museum
Meet firefighters, explore vehicles, and much more. Special activities included with admission.
Traveling Lantern Theatre Company – Summer Reading Kickoff! at the DuPont Library 2-3PM Enjoy a performance of “My Mother The Astronaut.” To the moon and beyond!
Family story time at the Olympia Farmer’s Market 11:00 AM
Music, movement, and books for the whole family. All ages welcome. Meet in front of the Market Garden. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
Visit the LOTT Wet Science Center and tour the treatment plan today.
Attend a 1 pm presentation followed by a tour of the Budd Inlet Treatment Plant. See how LOTT cleans your dirty water and the steps taken to protect Puget Sound. Tour participants must be 10 or older and wear closed shoes. Wetland-related activities all day.
Gig Harbor
Jr. Ranger Program-Beachside Edition at Kopachuck State Park 2:30-3:30pm
Junior Rangers and potential Junior Rangers are encouraged to take this beach training! Youth will learn about beach etiquette, wild life found at Kopachuck State Park and basic water safety. Best for kids 6-12; meets in the parking lot.
Ride the trolley! It’s back!
Waterfront Walking Tours Interactive and fun for all ages!
Sunday
South King County
Mary Olson Farm Open House Hours
Free admission during regular open hours (special events may charge).
A suggested donation of $5 per adult and $2 per child is greatly appreciated. The Farm will be open 12pm – 5pm on Saturdays and Sundays from June 22 – August 25, 2019. The Farmhouse is open to tour each day from 1 – 4pm. Quiet, unplugged outing
The American Crown Circus is at The Commons in Federal Way all weekend. This is a new-to-us event.
Participants of all ages will test their skills in this interactive and family-friendly event. Run the 40-yard dash, catch passes, hit the tackling dummy, test your jumping skills and more. Proceeds from the event will help Doug and the City of Renton build the new Family First Community Center. Requires paid tickets More info here
Presented by Charlie Williams, the Noiseguy.
Join an out-of-this-world space cadet as he shares photos of his vacation through the solar system with noisy sound effects and silly props. Intended for ages 5-11
Free tickets available 30 minutes before performance time at the Information Desk on the day of the program.
Tacoma/Pierce County
food booths, stage entertainment and other fun at Point Defiance
2.00 shortcakes and a big band concert
Dockside Tours of the tall ship Lady Washington at the Foss Waterway Seaport Tours are included with the cost of museum admission; sails (pricey but probably amazing!) are also available
Ft. Steilacooom Museum is open for summer tours Sundays 1-4
Fairy Fest at Lakewold Gardens June 21-23
10 am to 4 pm
$9 General | $7 Military, Seniors, Students | FREE kids 12 and under All kinds of fairy themed fun; family friendly
Family summer event at Bass Pro Shops
EVERY Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday (starting Saturday June 22nd) from 12pm – 4pm there will be free family fun activities, like the inflatable Daisy BB Range, and the S.A.F.E. Archery Inflatable Range, plus workshops with crafts (limited to first 40 kids each day).
Olympia
Alls Faire at the Thurston County Fairgrounds
Come one and all to Thurston County Fairgrounds’ largest Medieval/Fantasy festival on June 22 & 23, 2019. All’s Faire is a family friendly event. The daytime activities include: castle battles and tournaments, black powder demonstrations, kids carnival, live music and stage acts, arts and crafts, as well as merchants and vendors. Free admission; 10.00 parking
As always, if you need a hand, or know something fun we should add, get in touch! We also super appreciate when you mention Sounds Fun Mom to your favorite local businesses and groups. We exist because of awesome sponsors and readers!
South Sound Weekend Kids Calendar: Family Fun and Things to Do June 15th and 16th
Looking for something to do for Father’s Day or fun things to do with the kids this weekend?
We’ve got a great, big list right here! We found some, “Dad specific,” fun and lots of events great for everybody! Don’t forget to sign up for summer reading at your library if you’re one of our Tacoma readers. Read on for the details on that and much, much more.
Saturday
All Over
Many Farmer’s Markets are now open. Find your fresh here!
See, “Kids’ Club,” for details. Check out their, “Camp creativity,” events, too!
Storytime at Barnes and Noble stores
It’s Hop on Pop at most locations
South King County
Scholastic Books Warehouse Sale in Auburn
Slimetopia 2 is a fun family weekend for children/teens/adults of all ages!! Meet famous instagram slimers, trade your homemade slime creations, buy slime, join raffles, and lots, lots more! This is an event you won’t want to miss! Note from SFM: We found this one on fb and don’t know anything about it, but we’d love a report if you go! Also Sunday; you do need tickets
Team Spirit Weekend at the White River Valley Museum in Auburn Wear your favorite team’s gear to the Museum for FREE admission on June 15 & 16!
Show your team spirit and enjoy learning about how sports impact our history and culture in the Smithsonian’s traveling exhibit Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America.
Flag Day Celebration in Federal Way
Join the community as Soroptimist of Federal Way holds their 30th Annual Flag Day Celebration, Saturday June 15! Learn about the history of the flag; hot dogs for purchase, Thomas Jefferson HS band on hand
Summer Reading Kick Off at Kent Panther Lake Library
Sign up for Summer Reading and join in an“out of this world” show complete with a tornado of juggling and a whirlwind of scientific knowledge!
Visit the HCC Mast Center at Redondo The center and its touch tanks of sea critters are free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2
Puyallup/South Hill/Orting/Greater Pierce
Note from SFM: There are a whole bunch of activities happening downtown this weekend including several graduation events. We’ve handled this before, friends; don’t let it stress you out, but do plan extra time for parking and to navigate road closures.
Meeker Days Puyallup’s annual street fair runs June 14th-16th Food; vendors; kid fun; live stage entertainment
Meeker Mansion/Meeker Days Fiber and Arts Festival
Two big days for fans of comics, heroes, vehicles, and fun! Photo ops, vendors, bounce houses, National Guard demos, and much, much more for the whole family. See more about the show and all the Kids’ Activities here
Tacoma/South Tacoma/Lakewood/Parkland
Free family flick at The Grand It’s Free Willy today The third Saturday of each month, The Grand Cinema welcomes guests of all ages to a family-friendly movie for free! Doors open at 9:30 a.m. and movies start at 10:00 a.m. Seating is first-come, first-served. All children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Sponsored by Colombia Bank
Summer Splash Expo at the Stewart Heights Pool Swim lessons, food, and fun. Free but pre-registration is required.
The first day to join Summer Reading Club and pick up a bingo card is Saturday, June 15!
Summer Reading Club is for everyone: bingo cards are available for little kids, kids, teens, and adults, with activities and prizes (while supplies last) for each age group. Stop by any Tacoma Public Library branch to sign up! Prizes, activities, and tons of reading fun all summer long!
Open ended, snap together building system makes many things, from houses to helicopters! Uses electricity and motors to teach use of circuits that create moving parts and lights. Expand, accessorize, and populate a world of your own! Encourages problem solving, confidence and creativity. Required: Registration and accompanying adult
Dockside Tours of the tall ship Lady Washington at the Foss Waterway Seaport Tours are included with the cost of museum admission; sails (pricey but probably amazing!) are also available
Plough to Plate at Ft. Nisqually
Discover farm to table, 19th century style, at Plough to Plate!
Throughout the day guests can tour the heritage kitchen garden and poultry house, orchard, and grain patch and learn how these relate to the agricultural history of the Fort. To get in on the act visitors can try churning butter and hauling water with a yoke. Kids can participate in an egg and spoon race, a common entertainment in the 19th century.
S.T.E.A.M. Saturdays at the Mottet Branch of the TPL
Join Ms. Elizabeth for some hands on S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) programming. Explore, build, and create fun and imaginative projects. All ages. 2-3
See a children’s show at the Science Dome-the area’s only indoor planetarium. So fun!
Lacey/Olympia/Dupont
Father’s Day Festival at Capital Mall
Family story time at the Olympia Farmer’s Market 11:00 AM
Music, movement, and books for the whole family. All ages welcome. Meet in front of the Market Garden. Children must be accompanied by a participating adult.
South Bay Grange strawberry festival
Read to a dog at the Dupont Library 1pm
Gone Fishing event at Cabela’s
activities, games, crafts, seminars and giveaways!
June 15 and 16:
* Free catch and release pond from 1-4 both days
* Free photo download with fishing theme
* Free “Nibbles and Bites” magazine to the first 100 at the pond
* Free “Gone Fishing” tin door hangers for the first 75 kids at the fish pond each day
* Saturday Only! Free stress fish to the first 100 kids at the pond
* Free “First Fish” certificate to the first 100 kids at the fish pond
* “Let’s Go Fishing” hanging bobber craft from 1-4 both days.
Visit the LOTT Wet Science Center and make a card or gift for dad today.
Visit the South Sound Estuarium interactive marine discovery! Open 11-4 weekends at their new location.
Gig Harbor
Party in the Park at Sehmel Homestead 11 – 4pm
Family event with tasty food trucks, local beverages, and bands!
Jr. Ranger Program-Camping Edition at Kopachuck State Park 1-2pm
Calling all kids! Learn the basics about exploring the outdoors and the dos and don’ts of camping. Participants will complete the needed training to earn their Junior Ranger Badge. While participants of ALL ages are encouraged to attended, the program is geared towards youth ages 6 to 12. Meets in the parking lot; be prepared to hike a short distance.
Ride the trolley! It’s back!
Sunday
South King County
The Museum of Flight is hosting free admission for Father’s Day! All dads accompanied by children on Sunday are welcome to attend.
Slimetopia 2 is a fun family weekend for children/teens/adults of all ages!! Meet famous instagram slimers, trade your homemade slime creations, buy slime, join raffles, and lots, lots more! This is an event you won’t want to miss! Note from SFM: We found this one on fb and don’t know anything about it, but we’d love a report if you go! Also Sunday; you do need tickets
Team Spirit Weekend at the White River Valley Museum in Auburn Wear your favorite team’s gear to the Museum for FREE admission on June 15 & 16!
Show your team spirit and enjoy learning about how sports impact our history and culture in the Smithsonian’s traveling exhibit Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America.
Read with Rover at the Covington Library 1-2 Kids can drop in and practice reading to a patient canine listener
Take an amazing celestial journey to explore meteorites, constellations and Jupiter’s storms. Manipulate a robot arm to travel across Martian terrain. Ages 5 and older. Part of summer reading!
Puyallup
Meeker Days Puyallup’s annual street fair runs June 14th-16th Food; vendors; kid fun; live stage entertainment
Two big days for fans of comics, heroes, vehicles, and fun! Photo ops, vendors, bounce houses, National Guard demos, and much, much more for the whole family. See more about the show and all the Kids’ Activities here
Tacoma
Dockside Tours of the tall ship Lady Washington at the Foss Waterway Seaport Tours are included with the cost of museum admission; sails (pricey but probably amazing!) are also available
Free summer concert and puppet show in the public amphitheater in front of Albers Mill Lofts and the Museum of Glass.
Clay Martin Puppet Theater will be on the main stage from 12:00-12:30pm and from 2:00-2:30pm.
Half price dads day at the Point Defiance Zoo
Dads are the stars on this special day! Meet animals up close, watch the show put on by the Wild Wonders Outdoor Theater, or sit and enjoy a drink at the café. All dads will receive half-off general admission.
Gone Fishing event at Bass Pro Shops
Catch and release pond, free photo download, and other fun
Ft. Steilacooom Museum is open for summer tours Sundays 1-4
America’s Car Museum is hosting their, “Hoods up,” event. Food trucks will also be on site.
As always, if you need a hand, or know something fun we should add, get in touch! We also super appreciate when you mention Sounds Fun Mom to your favorite local businesses and groups. We exist because of awesome sponsors and readers!
A Heat Wave is Coming: The splash pad guide is ready!
Did you hear a heat wave is coming to Tacoma and the rest of the South Sound?
It’s supposed to be in the upper 80s! Wow!
More, “Beat the heat,” ideas coming your way later today! Stay safe and cool with the kiddos today.
South Sound Weekend Kids’ Calendar: Family Fun and Things to Do June 8th and June 9th
It’s a great weekend for big, free fun!!
I’m still adding a few events and details, but I didn’t want to wait a second longer to get this up for you! Check back at about 9AM for updates. Have a great one!
Saturday
All Over
Many Farmer’s Markets are now open. Find your fresh here!
See, “Kids’ Club,” for details. Check out their, “Camp creativity,” events, too!
Storytime at Barnes and Noble stores
It’s Moon’s First Friends at most locations
South King County
Meet Paw Patrol at Learning Express
PAW Patrol is back in town! They’re visiting the toy store for a send-off party as Season 7 wraps filming and the crew breaks for summer. Get a photo with CHASE, MARSHALL, SKYE, and RYDER! 1-4pm
Big, small town fun! Also Sunday
Summer Health Fair at Seattle Children’s South
Free bike helmet fittings while supplies last, fire truck tours, and much more
Family Safety and Health Day at the FW Farmer’s Market
Black Diamond Camps Adventure Day
Free and open to the public; fill out the waiver in advance
Summer reading kick off party at the Renton Library
There is also a rainbow carnival/Pride party today
Get ready for 45 minutes of hands-on fun and engaging activities as you learn about the planets and the basic principals that govern our solar system. 2pm for ages 5-10
Visit the HCC Mast Center at Redondo The center and its touch tanks of sea critters are free and open to the public every Saturday from 10-2
Puyallup/South Hill/Orting/Greater Pierce
It’s Spiderman:Into the Spider-Verse at 2pm
June 8-9, 2019 Saturday / Sunday
** On these days only, fishing licenses are not required.Bring the Whole Family! Fish, BBQ, Picnic in the Park, Kids Playground, Horse Shoes, Bad Mitten & Swimming. Shop from our General Store.$5 Day~Use Fee per Person $5 Boat Launch Fee
** On these days only, fishing licenses are not required.Bring the Whole Family! Fish, BBQ, Picnic in the Park, Kids Playground, Horse Shoes, Bad Mitten & Swimming. Shop from our General Store.$5 Day~Use Fee per Person $5 Boat Launch Fee
Left Foot Farm in Eatonville Is Hosting Farm Tours Throughout The Summer! 20.00/family; link has details
Tacoma/South Tacoma/Lakewood/Parkland
Craft Saturday at the Job Carr Cabin Museum
Drop by Job Carr Cabin Museum for their monthly Craft Saturday event. Activities are designed for children ages 3-9 and their families.
Today they’ll have a variety of scavenger hunts available for all ages to explore Old Town Park and the Old Town Tacoma neighborhood. Admission to the Museum and all events are “pay as you can.”
Donuts with Dad at Nordstroms at the Tacoma Mall
Free donuts and crafts
Family Saturday at the Washington State History Museum
Special activities included with admission It’s a train theme today!
Saturday morning cartoons at Fern Hill
Family story time at Wheelock Library
Enjoy free fishing weekend at the Point Defiance Marina
Grab your fishing pole and enjoy the Washington State’s Free Fishing Weekend.
No license will be required to fish or gather shellfish in any waters open to fishing in Washington State on June 8 & 9.
Visit the Point Defiance Marina Complex for:
– Fishing and boating tutorials every hour on the hour from 11 am-5 pm
– Special deals on hot dogs
– Free boating hand-outs
– Discounts on boat rentals (75% off boat and motor rentals) Limited to availability.
Please note: While no licenses are required on Free Fishing Weekend, other rules such as size limits, bag limits and closures will still be in effect. Anglers will also be required to complete a catch record card for any salmon, steelhead or sturgeon caught.
Kids Day at the Proctor Farmer Market
Join Tacoma Nature Center staff at the Eastside Community Center for a monthly nature program and learn about plants and animals, create fun crafts, and go outside to observe nature. $1.00/person or join the Eastside Family Nature Club for $20 and participate for free for the whole year!
Second Saturdays from 2-3 pm
Check in at the reception desk at Eastside Community Center
Anime Club at the Main Branch for ages 13 and up
Roominate at Mottet Register for this one 8 spots left as of this writing
.Gone Fishing event at Bass Pro Shops
Catch and release pond, free photo download, and other fun
See a children’s show at the Science Dome-the area’s only indoor planetarium. So fun!
Lacey/Olympia/Dupont
Gone Fishing event at Cabela’s
Two weekends full of activities, games, crafts, seminars and giveaways!
June 8 and 9, 15 and 16:
* Free catch and release pond from 1-4 both days
* Free photo download with fishing theme
* Free “Nibbles and Bites” magazine to the first 100 at the pond
* Free “Gone Fishing” tin door hangers for the first 75 kids at the fish pond each day
* Saturday Only! Free stress fish to the first 100 kids at the pond
* Free “First Fish” certificate to the first 100 kids at the fish pond
* “Let’s Go Fishing” hanging bobber craft from 1-4 both days.
Let’s Play Shows at Olympia Family Theater Short shows perfect for the youngest audiences Aesop’s Fables today and Sunday
Visit the LOTT Wet Science Center for a “Soil Safari,” today.
Put on a lab coat, grab a magnifying glass, and dive into the world of decomposers. Examine some of nature’s hardest workers – fungus, bacteria, and insects! Attend a 2 pm presentation or check out the “bug lab” throughout the day.
Visit the South Sound Estuarium interactive marine discovery! Open 11-4 weekends at their new location.
Gig Harbor
Ride the trolley! It’s back!
Join tour guides from the Gig Harbor Downtown Waterfront Alliance, Harbor WildWatch and Harbor history Museum for free, guided walking tours of the downtown waterfront during the summer months!
At 10 am Saturdays, this exciting new tour features a focus on wildlife of the area and the intriquing history of Gig Harbor’s waterfront. This free, family-friendly tour is 1.3 miles for two hours on mostly flat grades and is a one-way trip through downtown Gig Harbor with stops at scenic points of interest.
From Beach to Forest-Guided Nature Walk
June 8th 2019 | 10:00 am – 11:00 am
(253) 265-3606
Location: Kopachuck State Park
Enjoy National Get Outdoors Day with a Free Day in the park and a guided nature walk! Meets near the beach; bring water and be able to walk trails uphill.
Help with a beach clean-up and be part of a human Orca mural. I believe you need to RSVP for this pre Ocean Fest event
Sunday
South King County
Puyallup/Graham
Free talk and book signing in partnership with Puyallup Public Library.
Continue a Year of Reading with the next installment of Pierce County READS featuring Imbolo Mbue, author of the best-seller and Oprah Book Club selection “Behold the Dreamers.”
June 8-9, 2019 Saturday / Sunday
** On these days only, fishing licenses are not required.Bring the Whole Family! Fish, BBQ, Picnic in the Park, Kids Playground, Horse Shoes, Bad Mitten & Swimming. Shop from our General Store.$5 Day~Use Fee per Person $5 Boat Launch Fee
** On these days only, fishing licenses are not required.Bring the Whole Family! Fish, BBQ, Picnic in the Park, Kids Playground, Horse Shoes, Bad Mitten & Swimming. Shop from our General Store.$5 Day~Use Fee per Person $5 Boat Launch Fee
Tacoma
Ocean Fest at the Foss Waterway Seaport
Great event! Booths, science fun, water activities and more. It’s a great, FREE family event! Don’t miss it!
Enjoy free fishing weekend at the Point Defiance Marina
Grab your fishing pole and enjoy the Washington State’s Free Fishing Weekend.
No license will be required to fish or gather shellfish in any waters open to fishing in Washington State on June 8 & 9.
Visit the Point Defiance Marina Complex for:
– Fishing and boating tutorials every hour on the hour from 11 am-5 pm
– Special deals on hot dogs
– Free boating hand-outs
– Discounts on boat rentals (75% off boat and motor rentals) Limited to availability.
Please note: While no licenses are required on Free Fishing Weekend, other rules such as size limits, bag limits and closures will still be in effect. Anglers will also be required to complete a catch record card for any salmon, steelhead or sturgeon caught.
.Gone Fishing event at Bass Pro Shops
Catch and release pond, free photo download, and other fun
Ft. Steilacooom Museum is open for summer tours Sundays 1-4
Olympia
Gone Fishing event at Cabela’s
Two weekends full of activities, games, crafts, seminars and giveaways!
June 8 and 9, 15 and 16:
* Free catch and release pond from 1-4 both days
* Free photo download with fishing theme
* Free “Nibbles and Bites” magazine to the first 100 at the pond
* Free “Gone Fishing” tin door hangers for the first 75 kids at the fish pond each day
* Saturday Only! Free stress fish to the first 100 kids at the pond
* Free “First Fish” certificate to the first 100 kids at the fish pond
* “Let’s Go Fishing” hanging bobber craft from 1-4 both days.
Let’s Play Shows at Olympia Family Theater Short shows perfect for the youngest audiences Aesop’s Fables today and Sunday