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Last Day of the Rosalie Whyel Museum of Doll Art and More: Play Date!

Fun activities and some sweet deals for the whole family this upcoming week, March 1 - 7.

March 1:

  • 10 am to 5 pm
  • Come say goodbye to the Bellevue museum, which is closing tomorrow, March 1.
  • Questions? Call (425) 455-1116
  • Cost: Adults $10, Kids age five to 17 $5, children under age five are free

March 3: Kids Workshop at

  • 9 am to noon
  • Kids ages five to twelve with an adult caretaker
  • This month’s project is a #20 speedster race car. Kids will learn to build their very own race car while learning tool safety.
  • Kids get to bring home their project, a kids-size workshop apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
  • Cost: Free. No preregistration required.

March 4: Drop In Gym at the for Special Needs Kids and Teens

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  • 2 pm to 4 pm
  • Enjoy this program for special needs kids and teens ages five to fifteen.  Meet up with friends and family to enjoy playing in facility with your child or teen.  The facility is not staffed so supervision by a parent or caregiver is required at all times. Program is offered every other Sunday this fall so next drop in gym will be March 18th.
  • Cost: $3.25 per resident, $4.50 for non-residents of Mercer Island.

March 5: Indoor Playground at the

  • 9:30 am to Noon
  • Kids six and under accompanied by an adult caregiver will enjoy zipping around on scooters and playing with balls, giant blocks and other fun toys. A great place for you and your child to get out of the rain and run, play, socialize and have fun.
  • Questions? Call 206 275-7609
  • Cost: Mercer Island residents, $3.25 per child, non residents, $4.50 per child. Program sponsored by the Mercer Island Preschool Association.

Cavalia: Shows ends March 4th

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  • Don’t miss your last chance to see this extraordinary show at . 
  • Last show in Redmond will be the 2 pm matinee Sunday, March 4th.
  • See all remaining available tickets and show times online.

March 6: Baby Rhyme Time at the

  • 10 am to 10:30 am
  • For ages three months to one year with an adult caregiver
  • Introduce your baby to books and the library! Stories, rhymes, music, tickles, bounces and fun!
  • Cost: Free

March 6: Preschool Story Time at the

  • 11 am to 11:35 am
  • For ages three to five with an adult caregiver.
  • Stories, music, rhymes and fun alphabet activities.

Sweet Deals

  • Are you expecting or looking for a great deal on a baby shower gift?
  • Save 15% with online coupon on apparel and accessories for infants and children including car seats, baby furniture and strollers.
  • Good Through: March 3, 2012
  • Finally get those photos organized with scrapbooking supplies on sale for up to 40% off. 
  • Good Through: March 3, 2012

 

 

 

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