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Wet and Wonderful Water

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Heather Larson

“Do you want to know what’s in your poop?” my daughter called to me from an interactive display at the WET Science Center in Olympia. “It’s very interesting.” My daughter, three-year-old granddaughter Kita and I were all mesmerized by the … Continue reading →

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Bellevue’s KidsQuest Children’s Museum Fun for Adults

Posted on April 19, 2012 by Heather Larson

When I visited KidsQuest, I had to wear a sticker that said, “Unaccompanied Adult…and wishing I were a kid again! How true. I just wanted to dig right in and play alongside the kids.   The first area you come … Continue reading →

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Partner Up for a Street Dance

Posted on July 6, 2011 by Heather Larson

Something is always happening on Whidbey Island, a great place for a day or even a weekend trip. On July 20 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m, the Community Street Dance at the Bayview Cash Store features local band, Ruzivo … Continue reading →

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CamOcean: A Free Festival Celebrating World Oceans Day

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Heather Larson

What do “The Home Grown Tomatoes,” beachcombing, wooden boats and Smokey Bear have in common? You will find out at the CamOcean – World Oceans Day Festival on Saturday, June 18, 2011 at Cama Beach State Park on Camano Island. … Continue reading →

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Win a Book: The Cheap Bastard’s Guide to Seattle

Posted on January 31, 2011 by Heather Larson

Hot off the press, The Cheap Bastard’s Guide to Seattle by David Volk reveals all kinds of secrets for living the good life – for less – in Seattle.   Did you know you can get free passes to advance … Continue reading →

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Haunted Happenings in Yakima

Posted on October 21, 2010 by Heather Larson

I love free, fun activities and here’s one that shouldn’t be missed this month. Shorty, a stage hand has been caught haunting the Capitol Theatre. Hear all about his handiwork on this tour. The P.A.S.T. is Present Paranormal Investigation Team … Continue reading →

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An Aquarium at Redondo

Posted on September 9, 2010 by Heather Larson

This past week-end I found more free attractions right in my own backyard. One of them is an aquarium put together by the Marine Science and Technology Center (MAST) at Highline Community Center. Located next to Salty’s Restaurant in Redondo … Continue reading →

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20 Free Things To Do In Western Washington

Posted on September 2, 2010 by Heather Larson

Here are some options for totally free activities to help stretch your budget. In Seattle: Frye Art Museum 704 Terry Ave. Seattle 206-622-9250 Always free Center for Wooden Boats 1010 Valley St. Seattle 206-382-2628 Free “Living Museum” and free boat … Continue reading →

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