The Friends of the Ladera Ranch Library will host a free Caribbean Drum Circle. Welcome, Joseph Peck, who introduces the innovative design, development, and cultural significance of the steel drum. Through call and response, singing rhythms and playing percussion instruments, participants will enjoy jamming in a drum circle!
The Free Pre-Ballet Series introduces young dancers, ages 6-9, to the fundamentals of ballet. These free classes help children decide if ballet is right for them. We welcome all new dancers in this commitment-free, three-class series, with the goal of giving students the basic foundations and an appreciation of dance. Sign up and find out why TPB is Portland’s premier academy for nurturing, student-centered ballet training.
September 15, 22, 29
Saturdays • 12:30pm-1:30pm
Are you looking for something fun to do in the forest? Join the Tillamook Forest Center staff for a variety of fascinating, forest-related programs. From Dutch oven cooking presentations to wildflower walks, there’s something for everyone. Most events are free and open to all ages.
11:30 am – 12 pm: Trees of the Tillamook Forest Walk
This old fashioned fair, running Aug. 23 through Sep. 3, will feature tons of animals, a popular carnival, an awesome rodeo and fab food and entertainment, plus contests, exhibits, concerts, rides, games and more! View daily schedules here.
Bonus: On Opening Day, Aug. 23, everyone will receive free gate admission until 3 p.m. with three non-perishable food items per person. Must be present to qualify.
Carnival Hours
August 24- September 2: 11 a.m.-11 p.m.
September 3: 11 a.m.-7 p.m
Mark your calendars for the University Heights Center’s 2018 Summer Music Festival. Each week, enjoy captivating cultural music and dance groups at UHeights Park, plus tasty bites from the University District farmers market vendors.
Tsunami Pinata is a duo consisting of Luz Gaxiola (accordion + vocals) and Francis Brennan (banjo, guitar, pennywhistle, vocals). They specialize in intricate instrumentals and songs in many languages including Spanish, Russian, French, English, Czech, German, Arabic, Irish Gaelic, Malayalam, Italian, Portuguese, and Finnish. Come and experience this acoustic party music from around the world, arranged for banjo and accordion.
Come enjoy our first “Millbrae Goes to the Movies” with food trucks, popcorn, a photo booth sponsored by MCTV, lawn games, and a FREE movie under the stars!
Join other families at the Lacey Museum on July 21 for Story Time at the Museum! Follow along as museum educators regale you with stories from Washington’s past.
Note: This event will take place outside and on the lawn, so be sure to bring your blankets and sunscreen!
The OC International Auto Show returns to the Anaheim Convention Center with more than 600 new cars, trucks, crossovers, SUVs and more. One of the largest auto shows in the country, this is the place to check out the latest 2019-model vehicles in a non-selling environment. Attendees are invited to sit behind wheels, inspect engines, experience new technologies and even take a spin in more than 100 new vehicles. The OC International Auto Show will also feature a multi-million dollar collection of exotic vehicles, electric vehicles, pre-production models, interactive displays, fun for the little ones and more. Additionally, the SoCal Work Truck & Van Show within the auto show returns with a collection of the latest work trucks and vans from top manufacturers.
Free family entertainment!
Andy Z Concert – Special Performer and Emcee! Concert at 10:30 and 11:30
Inflatables
Demonstrations
music by School of Rock
Booths and giveaways
The July 12 West Seattle Art Walk during Summer Fest Eve brings lots of fun activities for kids of all ages. The fun will kick off with the Bubbleman around 6:30 p.m. and artists will be creating chalk art on the street (there’s even an area for kids to make their own chalk art). Plus, kids and their parents can contribute to the community mural project.
Note: the streets will be closed during the event.
