Curiosity Days: Games

Level up through time and look at the vast world of gaming at Curiosity Days: Games. Local gaming aficionados will pack the Pacific Science Center with hands-on demonstrations and workshops at this weekend-long event.

Learn creative coding, explore new VR experiences and try your hand at board games from the past. Participating organizations will include Geocaching, the Academy for Interactive Entertainment, MOX Boarding House, University of Washington’s Center for Game Science, Seattle Indies, Western Washington University’s Economics Program and more.

7-Eleven Free Slurpee Day

Get your brain freeze on with 7-11’s free Slurpee day. Enjoy flavors like Blue Raspberry, Coca Cola or the new summer flavors. What’s summer without America’s #1 icee? And for FREE!

Fresh Fest at Navy Pier

Allstate Insurance Company invites you to Fresh Fest at Navy Pier. Fresh Fest is a two-day fest showcasing Chicago’s talented performing artists, presenting a range of musical and dance talent in a variety of styles, including blues, classical, rock, jazz and more at various stages and spaces at Navy Pier.

Enjoy the Fireworks at Shedd Aquarium

Make it a glorious Fourth with exclusive access to the entire aquarium and the outdoor terraces, which offer the perfect spot to watch the sure-to-be-spectacular Navy Pier fireworks celebration. Enjoy a variety of drinks and food, including all-American favorites such as burgers, corn on the cob and more while listening to some of Chicago’s best jazz musicians live.

Les Misérables for Kids

Talented East Bay youth bring Victor Hugo’s Les Misérables hit musical to Alameda! Do you hear the people sing? Les Miserables takes us to 19th century France, a time when the poor sacrifice their freedom and dignity to survive, until revolutionaries rise up and fight for a brighter future!!!

July Specials at Jake Melnick’s Corner Tap

It’s a big month for Jake Melnick’s Corner Tap! National Mac & Cheese Day is July 14 and Jake’s is celebrating with BBQ Spaghetti made with BBQ sauce mixed with peppers, onions, pork, brisket and topped with shredded cheddar and fresh parsley. That’s not all, July 29th is also International Chicken Wing Day and Jake’s is offering Cherry Bomb Wings, which are jumbo wings fried until crispy and tossed with their house-made cherry BBQ sauce and garnished with fresh cherries and blue cheese crumbles. Both the spaghetti and wings are available all July long for your eating pleasure.

Craft a Cone for a Frozen Treat

The Craft Factory is teaming up with Nectar Frozen Yogurt Lounge, right across the road, to combine treats you can craft with treats you can eat. First, stop by The Craft Factory to craft a cone that won’t melt, then head across the road to receive some frozen yogurt for free from Nectar.

NW SolarFest Sustainable Living Fair

At this fair, families can learn how to live a more sustainable life while having fun in the sun. Kids can visit the KIDZone to get a solar mini car, build a birdhouse and make their own trail mix. On the KIDZone stage, catch the Latona Familiy Band at 11 a.m., the Bubbleman at noon, the Brian Waite Band at 1 p.m. and circus arts and a unicycle in the afternoon.

Solar curious? Talk to local solar installers and see what solar solutions are right for you and visit booths that highlight products, services and information to help you make choices that will help leave a cleaner, safer planet for our children. You can also see the latest in electric transportation and test ride an electric bike and don’t forget to bring your outdated electronics for recycling and join the Seattle Barter Fair from 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Families can also participate in workshops that focus on disaster prepardness in this time of rapid climate change and enjoy the low carbon, high joy, food and entertainment.

Note: Girl Scouts of all ages can earn their Sun Patch at the festival. Scouts can receive their Solar Passport at the Information Booth—visit 5 stations, ask questions and participate in the activities on the worksheet.

Parents’ Night Out: Wondrous Wildlife

Drop off the kids for a fun evening of pizza, science and Museum play time while you enjoy a night out! At Wondrous Wildlife, kids will explore the natural world as they learn about predators and prey and get a closer look at the pelts and skulls of the animals that inhabit the Pacific Northwest. Pre-registration required.

Cost:
$30/member; $35/non-member
$20/member sibling; $25/non-member sibling

Reels on the Ramp

Bring the family for movie nights on the outdoor airplane ramp at the National Air and Space Museum’s Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center. Don’t forget your chairs, blankets, and insect repellent! Food is allowed but alcohol is prohibited.