Washington’s coolest kid-friendly caves

Did you know you can find year-round icicles, sip cocoa in a 7,000-year-old shelter, or explore a mile-long lava tube — all in our very own state?

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Sunflowers are blooming! Best festivals nearby

Wander among towering blooms, snap stunning pics and enjoy more festival fun.

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Lacey in Tune summer entertainment

Pull up to Huntamer Park for all the fun! Kids shows on Tuesdays, concerts on Wednesdays and Fridays, and movies on Fridays. Bring your own seating. Free.

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Meredith’s top 10 weekend picks

Cloudy weather is not about to get in the way of my summer plans. It’s the perfect time to indulge in delicious fried fair food, celebrate different cultures and even dig for fossils. The fun doesn’t stop there, either. Whether or not the sun peeks out from behind the clouds, there’s a bevy of fantastic ways to spend the weekend.

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor

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Pierce College Science Dome

The Science Dome is Washington’s largest digital planetarium! Join us for a public show, field trip, private show or community event.

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5 things to do with the kids this weekend

Groove to music from Northwest artists, shop local vendors and indulge in delicious ice cream from a food truck at this all-ages block party. (FRI.)

Watch local glassblowing artists do their thing, shop for unique treasures and make a friendship bracelet at this awesome Museum of Glass festival. (SAT.)