1. Go Lunar!
Ring in the Lunar New Year! The Year of the Dragon doesn’t officially start until Monday, January 23rd but the celebration begins this weekend! There will be Korean, Chinese and Cambodian New Years tradition, foods and games. A colorful Lion Dance with drums and firecrackers will explode outside and inside the Wing Luke Museum. There will be craft activities too. Plus, take part in a special Japanese tradition, the Oshogatsu Tea Ceremony. Break out your coloring skills too because the annual Coloring contest is on with a chance to win a $1500 photography package, $100 toy gift cerficate and more! (Sorry adults, the contest is reserved for 12 and under.)
When: Saturday 10am – 8pm
Where: Wing Luke Museum
Price: FREE admission to the Museum & all activities except Oshogatsu Tea Ceremony is $5 adults, $3 children
Click HERE for more info.
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2. Go Clamming!
Roll up your pant legs and break out the shovel, it’s the first razor clam dig of 2012! You’ve been cooped up in the house all week, get out there, breathe in the salty ocean air and get a little dirty! The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife approved the evening dig at Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks beaches after marine toxin tests showed that the clams on those beaches are safe to eat. “The clams we’ve been seeing are in very good condition, with more fat than usual,” said Dan Ayres, WDFW coastal shellfish manager. “That makes them especially good for frying.” All diggers age 15 or older must have an applicable 2011-12 fishing license to harvest razor clams on any beach. Never done it before??? Don’t freak! Here’s the info you need!
http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfish/razorclams/howt...
Be sure to also follow all rules & regulations! HERE http://wdfw.wa.gov/fishing/shellfish/razorclams/rule...
When: Friday 4:28pm & Saturday 5:17pm
Where: Long Beach, Twin Harbors, Copalis and Mocrocks
Price: Cost of License
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3. Go Mad Men!
Glam up your hair, put on your ‘60’s cocktail dress and be transformed to another decade. It’s BAMignite: Mad Men & Martini Party! This party is complete with lounge music, martinis & (candy) cigarettes and Black Jack. Dress vintage and get ready to mingle. There will be free photos and prizes for best outfit! **Insider tip: BRING CASH! Vintage cocktails are only $5 a pop but it is cash only.
When: Friday 8pm – 11pm
Where: Bellevue Art Museum
Price: $10 admission (21+ only)
Click HERE for more info.
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4. Go Winter!
Take advantage of the snow with a guided 90 minute snowshoe walk! Get some fresh mountain air and get a little sweaty with this great winter fun activity on Stevens Pass. No experience is necessary and even better, the Forest Service provides the snowshoes! Learn about winter ecology too, so the next time you go you’ll sound like an expert among your friends. Make reservations Jan. 8- Feb. 26 at Skykomish Ranger District, 360-677-2414. ***Closer to Snoqualmie Pass? They offer programs too! Just click the link.
When: Saturday & Sunday 11:30am & 2pm
Where: Stevens Pass
Price: $10 donation suggested. (call for reservations!)
Click HERE for more info.
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5. Go Art!
It’s the 10th Northwest Biennial at the Tacoma Art Museum. What is that? It’s local art and artists at their best! There will be 30 regional artists from Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana and B.C. Why do you want to go? Art is cool. Mingle among the creative, get a insight into who we are as residents of the Pacific Northwest, enjoy the ambience and stick around for the rockin’ after party! This is also a great place to meet new people. I always walk away with at least one new friend after a trip to a gallery.
When: Saturday 7:15pm, After party at 9pm
Where: Tacoma Art Museum, After party at Harmon Brewery and Restaurant
Price: $10
Click HERE for more info.
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