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Live & virtual events and things to do this weekend
Our event calendar features fun, free, and cheap things to do around the Puget Sound region. For the weekend of April 16-18, 2021, you'll find virtual (online, streamed) as well as … [Read More...]

Virtual and driving tours to see cherry blossom trees in Seattle
Flowering cherry trees burst into bloom, usually from mid-March through mid-April throughout the Pacific Northwest. Exactly when depends on the variety: early blooming versus late … [Read More...]

These Seattle-Tacoma museums have re-opened!
Seattle-Tacoma museums are beginning to re-open (again). We remain hopeful! Check this page for a list of museums around the Puget Sound region that have already re-opened, or … [Read More...]

Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event
Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event allows you to trade in an old car seat and receive a 20% off coupon toward a new car seat, car seat base, travel system, … [Read More...]

Free Trial at One Day University – their New Online Format helps you get smarter year-round
Want to go on a virtual tour of the Met Museum with a top-tier Columbia art professor? Or learn about the history of the Olympics from a professor at UNC Chapel Hill? How about … [Read More...]

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival April 1-30
The annual Skagit Valley tulip festival runs April 1-30 and is one of the favorite destination events for the Pacific Northwest. For over three decades, every spring hundreds of … [Read More...]

Discount dining for Seattle Restaurant Week
Held twice annually in April and October, Seattle Restaurant Week is the Seattle-Tacoma metro area's largest discount dining celebration. About Seattle Restaurant Week It all … [Read More...]

Here’s where to get help with income taxes
United States income tax season begins in late January and ends on April 15, the deadline for filing personal income tax. If April 15 falls on a Saturday or Sunday, the tax day … [Read More...]

Walking labyrinths in Washington State
A labyrinth is a single, methodical path leading to a center point. Although a labyrinth is like a maze in appearance, unlike a maze it has only one path (unicursal) and no dead … [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 stolen, it's truly a bargain. To protect yourself from identity … [Read More...]

How to start a vegetable garden in the Pac NW
It's easy to start vegetable gardening. Well, it can be. Read on for several ideas for getting started in small, easy ways. Vegetable gardening is a great family activity or for … [Read More...]

Summer camps & school break camps
We've updated our summer camps list for 2021 and indicated those that are cancelled and those that are accepting registration. There is a lot of variety in summer camps schedules … [Read More...]

Spectacular Asian gardens in the Puget Sound region
Here's a list of Japanese and Chinese gardens in the Puget Sound region. The Seattle Japanese Garden at the Washington Park Arboretum is the most well-known. However, there are at … [Read More...]

Month-by-month u-pick crops around Puget Sound
Here’s our list of popular u-pick crops and when to pick them around the Puget Sound region. In addition, we provide links to a list of farms for each u-pick crop. If … [Read More...]

Best summer vacation ideas in Washington State
One of the many benefits of living in Seattle is all the amazing getaways around Washington State. The following summer vacation ideas are some of the most beautiful sites in the … [Read More...]
Just added to our calendar…
These are the newest events added to our calendar. To see all events, go to our virtual/live event calendar.
Virtual: conversation with artistic creators of the new local opera “Tacoma Method”
Executive Director Karina Bharne will interview local composer Dr. Gregory Youtz, librettist Zhang Er and Chinn in this … [Read More...]
Virtual: local composers discuss the making of an opera in Tacoma
Tacoma composer Gregory Youtz and Olympia librettist Zhang Er will discuss their new opera “Tacoma Method” based upon … [Read More...]
Virtual discussion: On becoming a critical thinker to find your true self
Join the Northwest African American Museum for an evening with Dr. Cornel West discussing "Critical Thinking and the … [Read More...]
Getaway: Loggers show in Morton (130 mi. S)
Morton Loggers Jubilee is held every year on the second weekend of August in the historic town. the Loggers Jubilee … [Read More...]
2021 Art Studio Tour on Camano Island
Like most arts events across the country, last year’s studio tour had to be cancelled due to COVID-19. In 2021, the … [Read More...]
Virtual 2021: Free Children’s Day Festival ‘Kodomo no Hi’ in Seattle
Virtual Kodomo no Hi バーチャル・こどもの日 | Children’s Day Festival is going virtual in 2021. It's a wonderful opportunity to … [Read More...]
Free Second Thursday art walks in Seattle
For more information about the West Seattle art walk, visit: http://www.wsartwalk.com/. For information about the … [Read More...]
Free railroad days festival in Snoqualmie
Snoqualmie Railroad Days is the annual community festival celebrating the historic town's origins as a railroad and … [Read More...]
Free online: TEDxUofW 2021 speakers celebrate achievements in hopeless times
Join TEDxUofW for their first-ever online conference. Hear from a diverse array of speakers located nation-wide. Life … [Read More...]
Live comedy: Mother Aerie club house in Lake City
Headliner: Travis Nelson. Features: Taylor Clark & Robert Pidde. $10 at the door. More info: (1) Comedy club … [Read More...]
Free GABBY’S DOLLHOUSE Kitty Fairy Planter Kit at Ravenna Gardens
Dreamworks "Gabby's Dollhouse" (now streaming on Netflix) Celebrates Earth Day at Ravenna Gardens in Seattle. Pick up a … [Read More...]
Opening day: new permanent location for Capitol Hill Farmers Market
The Capitol Hill Farmers Market is moving on April 18th from it's current location at Broadway Ave E and E Pine Street … [Read More...]
Delivery Services

Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
The seed companies listed below are those most often recommended by gardeners in the Pacific Northwest. They offer seed … [Read More...]

Meal Kit delivery service in the Puget Sound region
Meal kit delivery service provides all the ingredients and recipes in the delivery box to make specific dishes and … [Read More...]

Local CSA delivery from farms and other food producers
Listed below are many ways to source local farm foods and products. We update the list from time to time, so check back … [Read More...]

Fresh local flowers pickup and delivery
Flowers are blooming now on farms throughout the Puget Sound region. From April to October, Pike Place Market hosts as … [Read More...]

Grocery delivery services in the Puget sound region
There are many ways to streamline grocery shopping and meal preparation, including online ordering, followed by grocery … [Read More...]

Restaurant delivery service in the Puget Sound region
Restaurants in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan area offer delivery in a variety of ways, directly or through restaurant … [Read More...]
Performing & Visual Arts
Live and virtual events in the Puget Sound region

These Seattle-Tacoma museums have re-opened!
Seattle-Tacoma museums are beginning to re-open (again). We remain hopeful! Check this page for a list of museums around … [Read More...]

Ultimate guide to museums in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Listed below are museums throughout the Puget Sound region. Included are museums focused on art, aviation, science & … [Read More...]

April events and entertainment
Our April events calendar features virtual and live events. Holidays and special events include the Jewish Passover … [Read More...]

Jazz Alley live music show calendar
Jazz Alley eagerly anticipates the return to live music shows. As much as they wanted to open during 2020, conditions … [Read More...]

Our big list of movie theaters (live & virtual)
Below is a comprehensive list* of movie theaters in the Seattle-Tacoma area, including independent first-run movie … [Read More...]

Virtual sacred & classical concerts
St. James Cathedral Music presents a nationally renowned series of sacred music, classical concerts, and organ recitals … [Read More...]
Our big lists of fun

Our big list of public gardens and garden tours

Our big list of camping, sports, and RV Shows

Our big list of movie theaters (live & virtual)

Our big list of wedding shows & bridal expos

Our big list of boat shows & waterfront festivals

Our big list of film festivals and special movie screenings

Our big list of live & virtual music shows & concerts

Our big list of free & cheap tours (live and virtual)

Ultimate guide to zoos, aquariums & wildlife parks
Shopping New & Used

Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event
Target Stores annual child car seat trade-in event allows you to trade in an old car seat and receive a 20% off coupon … [Read More...]

Best retailers for gifts, party supplies, holiday decor
17Here are the best places to buy gifts in the Puget Sound region. Our list focuses on local retailers with a variety of … [Read More...]

Where to order vegetable and herb seeds online
The seed companies listed below are those most often recommended by gardeners in the Pacific Northwest. They offer seed … [Read More...]

Surplus stores, auctions, salvage, and recycled materials
At surplus stores and auctions, you can find new as well as used office supplies and equipment, plus military and army … [Read More...]
Practical Matters

Rent an RV for summer vacation or travel
Advertiser article Summer is coming! It’s time to leave the house you’ve been stuck in all year and venture out to … [Read More...]

Earth Day events in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area
Earth Day events in the Seattle-Tacoma metro area include conservation, recycling, and other activities designed to … [Read More...]

2021 free park entrance days in Washington State
Take advantage of free entrance days in National Parks and Washington State Parks throughout the year. Mark your … [Read More...]

Getaway: Wenatchee Apple Blossom Festival (150 miles)
The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival is (usually) held in Wenatchee (150 mi. E of Seattle) from the last weekend … [Read More...]

Free Trial at One Day University – their New Online Format helps you get smarter year-round
Want to go on a virtual tour of the Met Museum with a top-tier Columbia art professor? Or learn about the history of the … [Read More...]

Walking labyrinths in Washington State
A labyrinth is a single, methodical path leading to a center point. Although a labyrinth is like a maze in appearance, … [Read More...]

Here’s where to get help with income taxes
United States income tax season begins in late January and ends on April 15, the deadline for filing personal income … [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...]