Signs of spring are popping up all over town, and it’s an instant reminder of how lucky we are to call the Pacific Northwest home. Need more convincing? Hopefully my top 10 weekend events will do the trick, whether it’s celebrating the seasonal return of gray whales, the fleeting beauty of cherry blossoms or a beloved ice cream shop dishing out free scoops at its newest location.

— Meredith Charaba, family fun editor