This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]
Free and cheap things to do this week
This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]
Events this month in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
This event calendar for the greater Seattle-Tacoma metro area focuses on free and affordable things to do that make the … [Read More...]
Hobbies & Interests
2025 Solstice and Equinox dates
The word solstice comes from the Latin word solstitium, meaning sol (sun) and stitium (to stop). The solstice occurs … [Read More...]
Free guided Puget Sound low tide beach walks in summer
During summer, you can visit Puget Sound beaches during low tide and learn about the marine plants and animals. The … [Read More...]
Independent bookstores are key to Seattle’s literary scene
Independent bookstores in the Seattle-Tacoma metro region are staffed by passionate, well-read booksellers. These … [Read More...]
Tours & Special Events at Seattle Japanese Garden
The Seattle Japanese Garden is located in Madison Valley within the Washington Park Arboretum. Over 100,000 people visit … [Read More...]
15 fish hatcheries you can visit in Washington State
You may not know there are many, many salmon fish hatcheries throughout Washington State. Fish hatcheries here and … [Read More...]
Bird Watching in the Puget Sound region
Bird watching is a popular activity for many residents and visitors in the Puget Sound region and one of the fastest … [Read More...]
Arts & Entertainment
Parades on July 4th in the Puget Sound region
Parades are another great way to celebrate community. Seafair festivals and parades happen in Seattle all summer long. Some are community parades that have been held since before … [Read More...]
Free outdoor summer music concerts
Here's our big list of (mostly) free outdoor summer music concerts in Seattle and cities around the Puget Sound region. If the weather looks iffy, check their website before you … [Read More...]
Washington State Fair events at Puyallup Fairgrounds
Washington State Fair (formerly known as the Puyallup Fair) is the largest single attraction held annually in the state of Washington. The Fair continually ranks as one of the … [Read More...]
Seattle-Tacoma metro area sports teams (pro & college)
Here’s the roster of men and women’s professional sports teams and selected college teams in Seattle-Tacoma metro area. We include major and minor league baseball teams, football … [Read More...]
Northwest African American Museum discounts on admission
Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) in Seattle preserves the history, art, and culture of people of African descent, including roots in American slavery as well as African … [Read More...]
About the Hibulb Cultural Center in Tulalip
Hibulb Cultural Center & Natural History Preserve is a museum on 50 acres of forest and wetlands on the Tulalip Reservation. Located in Western Washington, north of Everett and … [Read More...]
Fitness & Recreation
Free swim lessons (ages 6-16) at Seattle beaches
Seattle Parks and Recreation offers safe, lifeguarded beaches at nine beaches around the city: Green Lake, Madison Park, … [Read More...]
Where Kids Bowl Free all summer in Western WA
Bowling centers, schools, and other community organizations have worked together to provide affordable bowling to kids … [Read More...]
Free water safety guides & Washington boating laws
If you plan to get out on any of the many waterways in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region, be sure you are … [Read More...]
Car-free Bicycle Weekends in southeast Seattle
Seattle Parks and Recreation has announced the schedule for 2023’s set of open street events on Lake Washington … [Read More...]
10 frugal ways to stay fit in Seattle
Fitness exercise is a popular reality in Seattle. The city consistently ranks as one of the healthiest places in the … [Read More...]
Free and cheap meditation resources
Meditation is a great way to relax and reduce stress or “unplug” from the pace and responsibilities of everyday life. … [Read More...]
Practical Matters
Washinton State berries and summer berry festivals
Washington State is one of the nation's largest producers of many types of berries. Listed below are descriptions of … [Read More...]
Pac NW retailers for thoughtful gifts, party supplies & holiday decor
Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of … [Read More...]
Food deals and discounts on coffee, fast food, and fine dining
Listed below are food deals (and drink deals) and restaurant dining discounts available throughout the Seattle-Tacoma … [Read More...]
Free, safe disposal of unwanted medications
Safely disposing of unwanted medicines is an important part of being safe at home. Protect your family and the … [Read More...]
How to get the most from the Northwest Flower & Garden Show
The Northwest Flower & Garden Show at the Seattle Convention Center every February is one of the largest flower and … [Read More...]
Seattle Home Show at Lumen Field Event Center
The Seattle Home Show is the largest consumer home show in the Northwest. There are two annual Seattle home shows: … [Read More...]
Shredding services help prevent costly identity theft
Shredding services are inexpensive and easy to do. Compared to the cost of fixing your credit if your identity is … [Read More...]
Tools to recognize, avoid, and report SSA scams
National “Slam the Scam” Day is designated by Social Security’s Office of the Inspector General to raise awareness of … [Read More...]
