Plus, this charming local town is even better in winter.
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This charming town is even better in winter
Find out why this local destination shines bright during the holiday season.Â
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Skip the sitter: Drop-off spots the kids will love
Sneak in a night out or do some holiday shopping while the kids have a blast at these Eastside spots — usually for less than a babysitter!
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Visit Santa at The Village
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Meredith’s top 10 weekend picks
December has arrived! While there’s no snow in the forecast, there is certainly a flurry of winter activities ahead. My
top 10 weekend events
are filled with them, in fact, from a
meet and greet with Santa’s reindeer
to a
glowing walk
with hot cocoa in hand. And of course, you won’t want to miss the
opening weekend of a Broadway spectacular
that will have you saying “Hakuna matata!”
— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor
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5 things to do with the kids this weekend
 Warm up your vocal chords and
join a free festive caroling sing-along
of your favorite tunes with dueling pianos. Hot chocolate provided!
(FRI.)
Visit a maritime museum by the harbor for free
this holiday season and soak in the local history and cultural traditions of our region.Â
(FRI.–SAT.)
Treat your family to a Broadway spectacle and
witness the “Circle of Life”
play out in this Disney favorite brought to the stage.
(FRI.–SUN.)
Delight your crew with an outing to view this
popular sparkling garden light display
inspired by nature’s beauty.Â
(FRI.–SUN.)
Head to this local zoo to meet Santa and
visit a real-life Dasher and Dancer
and other members of his antlered crew.
(FRI.–SUN.)
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Noon Year’s Eve Party Dec. 31
Party in your pj’s and ring in the new year early at the Hands On Children's Museum in Olympia. Hourly countdown, ball drop and bubble dance party.
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Family fun at Crossroads Bellevue
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