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 in the Puget Sound region
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Getaway: Annual festivals in Leavenworth (120 miles)
Leavenworth, Washington is a small town (pop. ~2,000) about 120 miles east of Seattle. Nestled in the western foothills of the Cascade Mountains, the area is graced by mountains rising to 5,000 and 8,000 feet. The area is known for sunshine, low rainfall (9 inches per year), and nearby fruit orchards. The town of … [Read more...] about Getaway: Annual festivals in Leavenworth (120 miles)
Discounts, free stuff, and events for Veteran’s Day
Here’s our list of Veteran’s Day events, including a long list of discounts and free stuff for active military and veterans at restaurants and retailers in Seattle and around the Puget Sound region. We update this information each year beginning in October and continue to add events, discounts for veterans and … [Read more...] about Discounts, free stuff, and events for Veteran’s Day
Annual Glitter Sale at Seattle Goodwill
Seattle Goodwill's most anticipated event, the November Glitter Sale happens every fall (usually the 1st or 2nd weekend in November) at the Dearborn Street store. Shop for designer, vintage, unique one-of-a-kind items, "glam attire" clothing and accessories. The Seattle Goodwill Glitter sale features loads of … [Read more...] about Annual Glitter Sale at Seattle Goodwill
10 best free events in November
For November 2018, we inspected the Greater Seattle on the Cheap calendar and website for free events that might be especially worthy of your consideration. Since we publish hundreds of events every month, we like to highlight a few of the more unique events throughout the region. The holiday season kicks off … [Read more...] about 10 best free events in November
Discount tickets and info for November fairs and festivals
These November festivals, fairs, parades, and expos in the Seattle-Tacoma metropolitan region have free or cheap admission ($15 or less). We sometimes include significant or popular events with an admission fee higher than $15, providing any available discount information or volunteer opportunities that lower the … [Read more...] about Discount tickets and info for November fairs and festivals
Michael Jackson’s Thriller dance, Seattle and Redmond
Performed in over 150 cities throughout 30 countries, Thrill The World (TTW) is an annual worldwide simultaneous dance of Michael Jackson's “Thriller" for world records and charity. Seattle and Redmond Thrillers join Thriller groups in other nations to perform at the same exact time each year. All official Thrill … [Read more...] about Michael Jackson’s Thriller dance, Seattle and Redmond
Seattle restaurants open on Christmas Day
If you are planning to eat out at a restaurant on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day in the Puget Sound region, check our list of restaurants. The list includes locally owned and operate restaurants as well as popular chain restaurants. Prices do not include tax and gratuity, or extras such as cocktails or wine. You … [Read more...] about Seattle restaurants open on Christmas Day
Discount tickets & info for October festivals
These October fairs, festivals, parades, consumer shows and expos around the Puget Sound region have free or cheap admission ($15 or less). We include some significant events with an admission fee higher than $15, especially where there are ticket discounts or volunteering opportunities to bring the cost down. There … [Read more...] about Discount tickets & info for October festivals
10 best free events in October
For October 2018, we inspected the Greater Seattle on the Cheap calendar and website for free events that might be especially worthy of your consideration. Since we publish hundreds of events every month, we like to highlight a few of the more unique events throughout the region. The top 10 free or cheap October … [Read more...] about 10 best free events in October
Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival in Seattle
Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival at the Center for Wooden Boats (CWB) on south Lake Union in Seattle is an old-fashioned, down-home waterfront festival where everything is fun, nothing much is fancy, and almost everything is free. It's as authentically grassroots American as you can get. About The Center for Wooden … [Read more...] about Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival in Seattle
Free parks pop-up in Seattle once a year
PARK(ing) Day is an annual worldwide event where artists, designers and citizens transform metered parking spots into temporary public parks. Seattle PARK(ing) Day happens only once a year, on the third Friday in September. What is Seattle PARK(ing) Day? This international event raises awareness about the importance … [Read more...] about Free parks pop-up in Seattle once a year
Free family-friendly Sustainable Ballard festival
Sustainable Ballard Festival is a festival like no other. Eclectic, artsy, earthy, urban and committed to a better future... you will find all this and more at the 13th Annual Sustainable Ballard Festival. When you join this group of Ballard neighbors on Aug 27th at Ballard Commons Park, you will encounter creativity, … [Read more...] about Free family-friendly Sustainable Ballard festival
Freedom to read what you want: Banned Book Week
Banned Books Week (BBW) is an annual event held during the last week of September. In 2018, BBW occurs September 23 - September 29. The event highlights the benefits of free and open access to information. Intellectual freedom—the freedom to access information and express ideas, even if the information and ideas … [Read more...] about Freedom to read what you want: Banned Book Week
Free Small Business Fair in Renton
Washington Small Business Fair (Biz Fair) is an free annual event for new and existing small business owners. The purpose of the fair is to provide a wide spectrum of information that small business owners need, in a non-sales environment. The no-sales policy sets the tone for the day to be about education and free … [Read more...] about Free Small Business Fair in Renton
