5 iconic stops for a kid-friendly art crawl

From popular destinations to hidden gems, a local travel expert maps out the ultimate walkable museum-district itinerary for families.

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Local hotel pools families are obsessed with

Skip the hefty travel costs (hello $5.50-a-gallon gas) and stay close to home — these hotel pools turn any staycation into a destination.

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Kids’ meals starting at $9

Feed the whole family without breaking the bank at Stanford’s in Northgate — our kids’ meals start at just $9 for a drink, entree, side and dessert!

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Meredith’s top 10 weekend picks

It’s the last weekend of April and while I was expecting more rain showers, I’m thrilled to see the sun peeking out in the forecast. My top 10 events make the most of it, whether you want to spend a perfect spring day on the farm or explore a salmon hatchery. Looking for something unexpected? Try improv with the kids.

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor

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‘Philharmonia Fantastique’

On May 9, follow a magical sprite on a journey as the Seattle Symphony introduces the four families of the orchestra alongside an animated film.

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5 things to do with the kids this weekend

Follow a couple of brave animals on a treasure hunt in a theatrical reimagining of classic fairy tales. (FRI.–SUN.)

Catch a special show, enter a giveaway and let the kids have a blast at this energetic block party. (SAT.)

See sheep get their spring haircuts, then jump on a tractor-pulled wagon ride and travel back in time with fun activities at this family-favorite festival. (SAT.)