Things to do with kids in Washington Category - Page 5 of 8

Cupcake Royale

A cupcake is perhaps nature’s most perfect food. It’s perfectly round, it’s made out of cake, it has creamy frosting, and if you’re a kid, what more do you really need? Three local bakeries seem to have taken the message to heart and offer only the tasty, cakey treats; so now you’ll be able to give your grandchild a smell-memory to cherish. The bakery also has locations in Madrona and West Seattle.

Contact no:(206) 782-9557

Location: 2052 Northwest Market Street, Seattle, WA 98107

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Cloud City Coffee

A fun-filled day on the town with the grandchildren usually requires a coffee break, and Cloud City offers an atmosphere that grandchildren can enjoy, with an area filled with children’s toys and, more often than not, children. Let them run around while you kick back on the couch with a book or magazine, or sit down and play one of the many board games the coffee house keeps on hand.

Contact no: (206) 527-5552

Location: 8801 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle, WA 98115

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Central Cinema

Why take your grandchild to a large, anonymous multi-screen multiplex when you can catch a movie in a smaller space and get a good meal as well? You won’t see the latest blockbuster at central cinema, but you will be able to see second-run and classic movies in a relaxed atmosphere and order from a kid-friendly menu.

Contact no: (206) 686-6684

Location: 1411 21st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98112

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Seattle Storm

If your grandchild plays basketball or enjoys womens’ sports, take him or her to a game for inspiration and maybe even some role models. The Storm’s NBA counterpart, the Supersonics, have moved away for good, making these women the only professional hoops in town. The world’s best female cagers put on a good show and play a fundamentally sound game that is focused more on strategy and execution rather than aerial acrobatics — much like when your grandchildren play.

Contact no: (206) 281-5800

Location: 305 Harrison Street, Seattle, WA 98109

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Seattle Seahawks

Football fanatics won’t want to miss out on the Seahawks, some of Seattle’s finest athletes. Winning their first NFC conference championship in 2006, the team has been part of the NFL since 1976 and boasts one of the league’s loudest fan bases. You and your grandchildren will enjoy seeing the Seahawks play at the beautiful Qwest Field, which seats 72,000 people. Pull out your team colors and get ready for some rowdy competition.

Contact no: (888) 635-4295

Location: 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134

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Seattle Mariners

An old wag once said that no sport could jam pack a half hour’s worth of action into three hours the way baseball can. Fortunately, Seattle’s major league team has the Children’s Hospital Playfield for kids who can’t sit still that long. The area features a playground, wishing well and kids’ concessions. If you’re a fan you can play with the grandchildren and still watch the game. The team also offers discounted tickets on Monday nights and family packages on Wednesday nights.

Contact no: (206) 346-4001

Location: 1250 First Avenue, Seattle, WA 98134

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Zoo Tunes

You just heard your favorite band is coming to town; maybe Great Big Sea or They Might Be Giants. The challenge is, you’ve already agreed to hang out with your favorite youngster. What will you do? If it’s a Zoo Tunes concert, you’re in luck. The summer shows on the grounds of the Woodland Park Zoo are kid-friendly and allow adults to see some of their favorite performers while enjoying them with some of their favorite people. The concerts are done before bedtime, and you can chalk it up to introducing them to more culture.

Contact no: (206) 615-0076

Location: 5500 Phinney Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98103

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Seattle Children’s Theatre

It may be for children, but that doesn’t mean it’s amateur. All shows feature equity actors and many are world premieres. In fact, SCT is the home of the country’s second-largest resident theater company for kids, but that won’t mean as much as the smile on your grandchild’s face as you both lose yourselves in a 90-minute show. Past shows have included A Tale of Two Cities and Goodnight Moon.

Contact no: (206) 441-3322

Location: 201 Thomas Street, Seattle, WA 98109

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Northwest Puppet Center

Punch and Judy aren’t the only game in town — this family theater introduces grandchildren of all ages to the art of puppetry while putting on five shows a year ranging from familiar fare like Madeline and the Gypsies to Coyote Sings. They even offer a baroque marionette opera that may be better suited for the older set. The season runs from October to May; shows run just under an hour.

Contact no: (206) 523-2579

Location: 9123 15th Avenue NE, Seattle, WA 98115

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Frye Art Museum

“Charles and Emma Frye were early Seattle art collectors and business leaders. They loaned a number of works from their private collection to various Seattle events, and they hosted a number of art and charitable events in their home. The Frye museum opened in 1952, with the former Frye collection forming the basis of their exhibits.
However, as part of maintaining the collection, the museum has also tried to maintain the spirit of civic responsibility that Charles and Emma Frye had in hosting the various events at their home, as well as their charitable works. The museum now features a mixture of contemporary works plus items from the collection of Founding Frye Collection. The museum has an extensive public outreach and education part of its work, and there are considerable efforts by the museum to use art work to reach out to marginalized parts of the local society. This may be seen by some of the works on display here.”

Contact no:(206) 622-9250

Location: 704 Terry Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98104

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