If your child entertains fantasies of running off with the circus, you might want to sign her up for this summer's first-ever Camp ZinZanni, put on by the ZinZanni Institute for Circus Art. (Yes, that's their real name. This is serious stuff.)
By Lilium Pierson | May 14, 2008
If your kid is the type to spend hours sketching dream outfits, you'll be happy to know about the new Make It Workshop that opened last week in West Seattle.
By Lilium Pierson | May 8, 2008
To celebrate their 10-year anniversary, Curious Kidstuff in West Seattle is having a big sale all day Sunday, May 4. For one day only, all items in stock will be 25 percent off. With a selection of educational and entertaining toys and books for kids from birth on up, everyone should find something great to snag. Time to stock up for the next birthday!
By Lilium Pierson | May 3, 2008
Baby showers, like bridal showers, have great possibilities. On one hand, the event could be a sweet celebration with close friends in anticipation of an amazing, life changing event. The other possiblity, not to sound ungrateful, is a pile of useless gifts and too much cake.
By Lilium Pierson | May 1, 2008
Last week I was talking with some local indie business people about the need for a space where parents can work and network with their kiddos in tow -- something like a playground or a cafe that was both kid- and parent-friendly. So this morning I was pleased when I received word that just such a spot is slated to open this weekend.
Playmatters, which will celebrate its grand opening this Saturday on Phinney Ridge, is conceived as a place where parents and other caregivers can network while their children ages birth through five can safely play.
By Lilium Pierson | April 29, 2008
Although we've lived in West Seattle for several years, it wasn't until last summer that I got into the Water Taxi Habit. We live just far enough from the Seacrest dock that it never seemed to be anything more than a bus alternative, but once I actually rode the thing, I realized that speed is not the point of getting on the little boat.
By Lilium Pierson | April 24, 2008
On May 17, the Connecticut-based musician Steve Roslonek, also known as SteveSongs, will perform a benefit concert for Children's Hospital. This playful singer and his accompanying band will lead young ones through a host of fun, danceable tunes, with plenty of interactive fun to keep everyone excited.
By Lilium Pierson | April 22, 2008
In a refreshing change from the usual car washes and bake sales that typically comprise school fund raisers, the class of 2009 at West Seattle High School has put together, for the second year in a row, the Pet Rodeo and Snooty Walk. This year's event will be held Saturday, April 19 at Hiawatha Playfield.
By Lilium Pierson | April 15, 2008
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