Chase Family 4th @ Lake Union
Join JACK for the largest and most spectacular fireworks in the Northwest – the Chase Family 4th at Lake Union on Saturday, July 4th in Gas Works Park! Gates open at noon and admission is free, but get to the park early to reserve the best spots and enjoy a full day of family fun! Plus, make sure you listen to 96.5 JACK-fm to hear the official soundtrack to the fireworks display…the fireworks are precisely timed to the music and you’ll need your radio to get the full patriotic effect of the pyrotechnic magic! For more information about this event, visit ChaseFamily4th.org. Celebrating July 4th with Chase, Washington’s new bank, and 96.5 JACK-fm!
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The Seattle Seafair Pirates are Landing!
On Alki Beach in West Seattle on Saturday, July 11. This be yer warnin’ shot! The cutthroat Seafair Pirates crew has made a deal with their new Captain Kidd – "Barnacle" Doug Kuehne and are comin’ to collect the bounty they left behind last year! Avast, the Seattle Seafair Pirates will sail in from the seven seas and land on the beach at noon. Don’t be gettin in their way! The merchants will be puttin out their finest wares startin at around 9:30 AM and ye can shop, eat and dance along with the Pirates throughout the day! Don’t be forgettin’ that the first 500 kids (starting @ 10:30 am) will get a free toy pirate kit ta take home. Have your little pirates come dressed fer the occasion and visit the Kiwanis tent to get a free sample of a great root beer brewed here. Later in the day they can be part of a Pirate look-a-like contest to win some booty.
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NHRA Nationals At Pacific Raceways
NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing returns to Pacific Raceways in Kent for the 22nd NHRA Northwest Nationals July 17th thru 19th. Get your tickets at www.ticketmaster.com! NHRA Full Throttle Drag Racing. Speed Thrills.
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All Summer Long: Fun Runs Galore!
For instance, the Fremont 5K Fun Run and Briefcase Relay -where you dress from the waist up in business attire with your running clothes on the bottom half -- each person runs only 1k, carrying a briefcase with a phonebook in it.
And, if you want to do a short run but your spouse wants a long one, there's the Annual Bridle Trails "Party in the Park" 5K, 10K, 30K. Bridle Trails State Park, Kirkland. A ton of fun runs are listed here
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Now through September - Darrington Open Air Market
Darrington Open Air Market - Saturdays, 10-3, all summer long - Hwy 530 in Darrington
If you are looking for something different to do this weekend within two hours of Seattle, how about open air shopping in the most beautiful place in the northwest? The Darrington Open Air Market features food, entertainment, fresh farm products, handmade arts and crafts and more nestled so close to the famous Whitehorse Mountain that you feel as if you could reach out and touch it. Take I-5 to Hwy 530 and go about 30 miles east into the Cascade foothills.
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Now thru 8/16: Jim Henson's Fantastic World
Now through August 16 - EMP - Jim Henson’s Fantastic World is running now thru mid-August at the Experience music project- so head on over and meet the hands behind your favorite muppets. www.empsfm.org/exhibitions/index.asp
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7/4: Evergreen Speedway
4th of July - At the Evergreen Speedway you get fireworks and a demolition derby - Details
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7/4: Bellevue
4th of July - Bellevue Daytime events include C-17 flyover - Details
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7/4: Arlington
4th of July - Arlington has a Triathalon and a parade with fireworks at dusk Details
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7/4: Everett Aquasox
4th of July - The Everett AquaSox are hosting Yakima with post-game fireworks - Details Here
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7/1 - 7/25: The Responsi-Bull Project
Owning a Pit Bull - 7/1 - 7/25
Due to the incredible success of the previous offerings of The Responsi-Bull Project, four animal welfare organizations have partnered again to sponsor the program in July to encourage responsible pit bull ownership, and ultimately lower the euthanasia rates of this breed currently facing an epidemic of homeless. A three part program, The Responsi-Bull Project includes FREE spay and neuter, a FREE responsible pit bull ownership workshop, and FREE obedience classes for pit bulls and their owners.
Part I: Pit-Fix
Beginning July 1st, for a limited time, owners of pit bulls can have their dogs spayed or neutered free of charge at the Coalition: HUMAnE Spay & Neuter Clinic in Tacoma. To schedule an appointment email chappts@yahoo.com or call (253) 627-SPAY. Email preferred. A picture of your dog must be emailed to chappts@yahoo.com or mailed to the clinic to schedule an appointment – Space is limited. The clinic is located at 2106 Tacoma Avenue S., Tacoma, WA 98402.
Part II: Pit-Ed
Do you want to combat the misconceptions about the pit bull breed? Worried about the Breed-Specific Legislation changes proposed in the Puget Sound? Tired of seeing people shy away from your beloved pit bull? Learn the “do’s and don’ts” of owning this amazing breed and help restore its family dog image. Attend a FREE Responsible Pit Bull Ownership Workshop hosted by BullsEye Dog Rescue on Sunday, July 19th from 2-4 p.m., held at Positive Approach Dog Training located at 1501 S. Center St., Tacoma, WA 98409. Space is limited, so register now by visiting our online registration form at http://www.bullseyerescue.org/responsibullsignup.htm.
Part III: Train-A-Pit
Positive Approach Dog Training and BullsEye Dog Rescue have teamed up to offer a four week basic obedience class for pit bulls that is FREE to those who complete the class. You will be asked to pay a $40 registration fee and every week you attend you will receive $10 back. Attend all 4 classes and the class is FREE (normally a $150 value.) Classes will be offered Saturday evenings from 2:30-3:30 p.m., 4-5 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. starting July 25th. Don’t miss this great opportunity to teach your dog new tricks! Contact Lorrie at lorrie@bullseyerescue.org to register. Space is limited, so register now by visiting our online registration form at http://www.bullseyerescue.org/responsibullsignup.htm
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7/10 and 7/11: Bobcat Goldthwait
The comedian is coming to Laughs Comedy Spot in kirkland on July 10 and 11th - Tickets and Info
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7/10: Jungle Party Awareness Event
Jungle Party Awareness Event - 7/10 - 5:00 p.m.
Woodland Park Zoo North Entrance N. 59th & Evanston Ave. N. Seattle 98103
Help understand the plight of the elephants at Woodland Park Zoo. Free elephant scarf to first 50 attendees. www.freewpzelephants.org, 206-595-7770
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7/25: Cat's Amore
A WineTasting Extravaganza and Auction Benefitting MEOW Cat Rescue in Kirkland, WA. July 25, 2009 from 7:00-10:00 PM - North Bellevue Community Center- 4063 148th Ave NE - Bellevue - A Whiskers and Wishes Event. General Admission is free. Wine tasting for $20.00 and must be 21 to attend. Wine Tasting provided by Pete’s Wine Shop. MEOW - www.meowcatrescue.org for details.
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