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SAM LIGHTS IS FREE, FUN, & FAMILY FRIENDLY - Brighten your winter with a luminous evening stroll through the Olympic Sculpture Park. Experience the wonder of the iconic sculptures in the park lit with the glow of luminaria. Make art, listen to music, sip a hot drink, grab a sweet bite, and take in the sights. Come dressed in your best light-inspired ensemble and become a part of the night!

Our mission is to promote, encourage, and serve as an advocate for fine artists. Come meet the Artists Nov.17th, Sat. 4:00 to 9:00.

Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park
2345 Blanche Way - Camano Island, WA 98282
Open every weekend Friday - Saturday - Sunday 11-5
Weekdays by Appt.
360-387-2759 - email: matzke@camano.net
visit: www.matzkefineart.com for directions (1 hour north of Seattle)

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Immerse yourself within the colorful ever-changing soul of Seattle's Pike Place Market. The oldest running farmer’s market in the country is rich with history and it’s brimming with delicious food and vibrant characters. Join us for an hour long cornucopia of everything that is and was the Market we have all come to love. Expect a samples, vendor interaction, history, and a great guide to lead you to the Market’s hidden secrets. Space is limited. Registration is required.

Highlights:

Samples

History and Anecdotes

The oldest Starbucks

Rachel the Pig

Mostly under cover and out of the Rain

Pike Place Fish Company (The famous fish throwers)

The infamous Gum Wall

Post Alley

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Each painting of the Soft Floral series is 24" x 24". Anne is an award-winning artist who has exhibited her paintings professionally for more than 15 years.  Learn more about her outstanding artwork at www.annewatersart.com

The gallery has a new show up this month called "Creatures Great & Small". The front of the gallery is filled with lots of animals.

The Kirkland Art Walk this month is Friday, September 14th  2018 from 5-8 pm. Parklane Gallery - 130 Park Lane, Kirkland, WA 425-827-1462

Wednesday, August 1, 2018 9:30 AM - 8:30 PM 
To honor the veterans and active duty military members in the Puget Sound area, Woodland Park Zoo is hosting Honoring Those Who Serve, a day for military families to enjoy the zoo.

During Honoring Those Who Serve, Woodland Park Zoo will extend free admission to active, reserve, retired, and veteran U.S. military personnel and one family member with valid service identification.

August 1 will have extended zoo hours and programing for Evening Zoo as well. The zoo will be open past normal hours until 8:30 p.m. Evening Zoo events include:

Date: July 31 - Aug 05, 2018
Time: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Seafair has hosted Fleet Week on the Seattle waterfront since 1950 in celebration of the men and women who serve our country. This year Seafair, along with the Seattle Navy League and the Port of Seattle, is proud to welcome vessels and personnel from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and Royal Canadian Navy. Come to the Seattle waterfront and Pier 66 on Tuesday, July 31 for a majestic Parade of Ships showcasing these spectacular vessels.

Fleet Week includes the Parade of Ships, where the Fleet makes its entrance into Elliott Bay accompanied by the spray of the Seattle Fire Department boat, and Ship Tours where guests can go aboard Navy and Coast Guard vessels to get a real taste of life at sea. Both events are free and open to the public.

Seafair proudly supports all military services, and is grateful for their service to our country. In appreciation, Seafair offers free admission to all military personnel to Seafair Weekend Hydroplane Race and Air Show on August 3-5, 2018. For more information on Seafair Festival events visit the schedule tab.

Date: July 28, 2018
Time: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Location: Seattle Center

See the Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade floats and entries up close and personal at the Torchlight Parade Fanfest. Watch the floats be assembled and get ready to take part in the 69th annual Torchlight Parade!Bring your family for free entertainment on stage all day, visit exhibit booths with giveaways and participate in the Seafair Treasure Hunt at Seattle Center.Admission is free to the public, but be sure to reserve your seats for the Alaska Airlines Torchlight Parade!

Friday, July 27, 2018 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM 

Uncork some of the Northwest’s finest boutique wines at Woodland Park Zoo’s Tasting Flight after hours, adults onlyPage 5event. Winemakers will be on hand to answer questions and give tips to make the most of your tasting experiences. Additional tastings, full bottles of your favorite selections and small bites will also be available for purchase at the event. Must be 21 and over to attend. Proceeds from this fundraiser benefit the zoo. Visit zoo.org/wine for ticket information.

Join Pacific Science Center as we dance, drink and discover – the second annual Theory 2018 is Seattle’s premier outdoor party of the summer.

Discover the quintessential elements of the Pacific Northwest with a night of craft cocktails, wine and beer under our iconic arches in the beautiful summer sun. Stop by each of our eight bars – a different signature drink at every one – and learn the science behind them. Dance the night away, enjoy laser light show or roll up your sleeves and build your own creation in Tinker Tank. Take our word for it: this is one party you will not want to miss!

Pacific Science Center invites you to party with a purpose; ticket sales go directly to supporting informal science education and enabling access for all. Join us for Theory 2018 as we dance, drink and discover, all in the name of science!

Cocktail Attire | Please drink responsibly | 21+ eventProof of I.D. is required

Thursday, July 26, 2018 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM 

Experience the wild wonders of Evening Zoo after hours until 8:30 p.m. Take a stroll throughout the zoo and be sure to stop in at Molbak’s Butterfly Garden, Tropical Rain Forest and Willawong Station. An assortment of food and beverages will be available for purchase. Ambassador animal presentations and discovery stations with biofacts and nature-inspired activities are among the Evening Zoo offerings on the spacious North Meadow. Make it a date night or a special evening for the family! Evening Zoo costs regular zoo admission or is free for zoo members.