Stargazing is simply observing the night sky. It's an enjoyable hobby enjoyed by many outdoor enthusiasts and amateur astronomers. Stargazing is an activity that can be done any time of the year, alone, with friends, or at a group "star party". Regardless of your experience level, a star party is a great time … [Read more...] about Free stargazing events around the Sound
Hobbies & Interests
Wine tasting in Seattle and the Puget Sound region
One reason to go to a wine tasting is to try several wines at one time, allowing you to compare the characteristics of the different wines, and figure out which ones you prefer. There are no right or wrong answers. It’s like any other food or beverage preference. Some people prefer chicken over beef, broccoli over … [Read more...] about Wine tasting in Seattle and the Puget Sound region
Dance lessons and social dancing around the Sound
The following free and cheap dance classes and social dances are offered at dance studios and ballrooms around the Puget Sound region. They feature classes and dances in a variety of styles including contra, country, line, salsa, soul, swing, and several others. A few dance classes are free and others are $15 or less … [Read more...] about Dance lessons and social dancing around the Sound
Free online encyclopedia of Washington state
HistoryLink.org is the first and largest free, online encyclopedia of community history created expressly for the Internet. It written by Washingtonians, about Washington State. The content increases almost daily. New features fill gaps and enlarge upon selected subjects. Existing articles are often expanded or … [Read more...] about Free online encyclopedia of Washington state
Free trade magazine subscriptions
TradePub.com offers free business and technology trade magazine subscriptions and technical document downloads. TradePub.com became the first online subscription services provider for business-to-business (B2B) magazine publishers in 1994. Today, TradePub.com goes beyond magazines, providing a sophisticated … [Read more...] about Free trade magazine subscriptions
Free and cheap e-books + free e-reader software
Digital media is any file that can be used on a computer or other digital device and includes electronic or e-books, audiobooks, magazines, music such as mp3 files, and movies. An audiobook is a spoken version of the book to be listened to on an audio device. An e-book is a digital version of a printed book that can be … [Read more...] about Free and cheap e-books + free e-reader software
Glass Blowing Studios and Glass Art Galleries
Only Murano island, near Venice, Italy has more glassblowing studios than found in Seattle. Read more about the history of glass and development of the art in Seattle: While the history of glass is, as the saying goes "old as dirt", glass blowing, manufactured glass, and glass art is much more recent. Naturally … [Read more...] about Glass Blowing Studios and Glass Art Galleries
Planetarium shows in the Puget Sound region
The following planetariums and observatories in the Puget Sound region and around Washington State have regularly scheduled public astronomy shows that have free or cheap admission of $15 or less. Planetariums feature digital videos displayed on a dome-shaped screen with breathtaking images of the universe or … [Read more...] about Planetarium shows in the Puget Sound region
Free tickets for Seattle Opera volunteers
Seattle Opera is a cultural icon in the Emerald City that speaks to all residents and visitors in the Puget Sound region by offering opera’s unique fusion of music and drama that speak deeply to people’s hearts and minds. The company presents the classics of the European repertoire as well as new works of American … [Read more...] about Free tickets for Seattle Opera volunteers
Free NPR podcasts include news, music, talk
National Public Radio (NPR) is a mission-driven, multimedia news organization and radio program producer widely recognized as a media leader in the digital arena. NPR produces news, talk, music, and entertainment programs. Drawing on more than 340 news staff (reporters, correspondents, newscasters, editors, … [Read more...] about Free NPR podcasts include news, music, talk
Our list for disaster relief and charitable donations
The best way to help whenever a disaster strikes at home or abroad is to donate money to reputable, established charities. Clean-up and rebuilding takes months of effort, and sometimes years. Every dollar you donate to well-established aid organizations will go toward relief efforts. Experts say whatever you do, … [Read more...] about Our list for disaster relief and charitable donations
Family loaner backpack for Arboretum adventures
Washington Park Arboretum holds a world class collection of woody plants that can be explored independently, as well as through tours, classes, and activities hosted at the site. All parts of the Washington Park Arboretum (except the Japanese Garden), are open to the public and are free of charge. The Arboretum has 230 … [Read more...] about Family loaner backpack for Arboretum adventures
Free and safe places for teens around Puget Sound
Here's a list of free (and low cost) places in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region where teens can hang out and do the things teens do. Like, hang out. Greater Seattle Teen Hangouts Seattle Parks & Recreation Teen Programs. Seattle Parks Department offers a wide array of programming to Seattle area youth … [Read more...] about Free and safe places for teens around Puget Sound
Free small airplane rides for adults and kids
Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) was founded in 1953 by a group of individuals in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, who were interested in building their own airplanes. EAA is the only association that offers the fun and camaraderie of participating in the flying, building, and restoring of recreational aircraft. Membership … [Read more...] about Free small airplane rides for adults and kids
Best places to find used books around the Sound
The following organizations regularly hold used book sales in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region. It's a great way to donate books you no longer want to the local economy. Be sure to visit their website for information on what books or other materials are acceptable, as well as dates, drop-off locations, and other … [Read more...] about Best places to find used books around the Sound
