Summer Guide

MAY

Edmonds Waterfront Festival May 21-23 Edmonds. Food, crafts, programs, entertainment and fishing, noon-10 p.m. today, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. May 22, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. May 23, Port of Edmonds Marina, 336 Admiral Way, Edmonds. $1 donation (425-771-1744).

Seattle Symphony May 22 Fort Worden. Seattle Symphony will perform Mozart, Mendelssohn and Haydn under conductor Adam Stern, 3 p.m. May 22, McCurdy Pavilion, Fort Worden State Park. $12-$16 (360-385-5320).

The Original Fremont Outdoor Cinema May 22-Sept. 11 Seattle. Double features and live music throughout the summer, live music begins 8-9 p.m., movie dates: May 22, 29; June 5, 12, 18-19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 23; Aug. 23, 28; Sept. 11. North 34th Street and Fremont Avenue North, Seattle. $5 suggested donation (206-632-0287).

Run to the Gorge May 29-30 Bellevue to Hood River, Ore. British and Classic cars welcome to tour from Bellevue to Hood River, Ore. One or two-day trip, begins approximately 8:30 a.m., May 29-30, Bellevue. $25 entry fee, call for more information: 425-644-7874.

Luminaria Walk of Remembrance May 30 Yakima. 1,500 candles will light the pathway for a walk around Tahoma Cemetery, 9-11 p.m., May 30, 1802 Tahoma Ave., Yakima. FREE (509-575-6005).

Tap Dance and Live Jazz May 31 Seattle. Tap dance performances by Johnson and Peters with jazz trio, 2-5 p.m. May 31, The New Orleans Creole Restaurant, 114 First Ave. S., Seattle. $5 cover charge (206-729-7620).

JUNE

Fantasy Festival '99 June 4-6 Mountlake Terrace. Carnival rides, arts and crafts, food and game booths. 5 p.m. to midnight June 4, 11 a.m. to midnight June 5, noon to 5 p.m. June 6. St. Pius X School, 22105 58th Ave. W., Mountlake Terrace. (425-670-3881).

Undiscovered & Discovered Potters' Sale June 4-6 Seattle. Work by Northwest potters. 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. June 4 and 5, 9 a.m. 6 p.m. June 6. Phinney Neighborhood Center Hall, 6615 Dayton Ave. N., Seattle. (425-868-3989).

Walk 'n' Roll a-Thon June 5 Redmond. A walk-a-thon benefit. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastlake High School, 400 228th Ave. N.E., Redmond. (425-828-1431).

The Original Fremont Outdoor Cinema June 5-Sept. 11 Seattle. Double features and live music throughout the summer, live music begins 8-9 p.m., movie dates: June 5, 12, 18-19, 26; July 3, 10, 17, 23; Aug. 23, 28; Sept. 11. North 34th Street and Fremont Avenue North, Seattle. $5 suggested donation (206-632-0287).

"Spring Show" June 5-6 Bellevue. A performance by the Island Sound Theatre Company. 7 p.m. June 5, 2 and 7 p.m. June 6. Theater at Meydenbauer Center, 11100 N.E. Sixth St., Bellevue. $10 (206-232-8007).

Mountain Bike Madness June 5 Fall City. 50K and 70K routes. Chief Kanim Middle School, 32627 S.E. Redmond-Fall City Road, Fall City. $30-$85 registration fee (800-800-7047).

Feng Shui Astrology Workshop June 5-6 Seattle. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Green Lake Community Center, 7201 E. Green Lake Drive N., Seattle. $250 (206-522-7997).

Pioneer Square Fire Festival June 5-6 Seattle. Entertainment, food and artisans. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. Occidental Park, Seattle. FREE (206-622-6235).

Vashon Garden Tour June 5-6 Vashon. Private garden tours and workshops. Noon to 5 p.m. both days. Tours begin at Blue Heron Art Center, 19704 Vashon Highway, Vashon. $12-$15 (206-463-5131).

Tastin' 'n' Racin' June 5-6 Issaquah. Live music, kids activities, food and boat races. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Lake Sammamish State Park, Issaquah. FREE (425-427-9828).

SCA Medieval Faire June 5-6 Bremerton. Medieval artisans, dance and food. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days. Kitsap County Fairgrounds, Bremerton. Admission by donation (360-297-4751).

Family Picnic in the Park June 6 Seattle. The band Tiny Giants will perform. 1 to 6 p.m. Woodland Park, Picnic Shelter No. 1, North 50th Street, between Aurora Avenue North and Stone Way North, Seattle. FREE (206-654-2922).

Everett Rotary Run June 6 Everett. 7:30 a.m. registration. Everett Memorial Stadium, Everett. $20-$35 (425-259-9141).

Cancer Survivors Day Celebration June 6 Seattle. Entertainment, information booths and more. 1 to 4 p.m. Waterfront Park, in front of Husky Stadium, University of Washington, Seattle. FREE (206-223-6801 or 360-668-6412).

Summer Band Concerts June 6-Sept. 12 Seattle. Outdoor concerts. 2 p.m. Sundays. Ballard Locks, 3015 N.W. 54th St., Seattle. FREE (206-783-7059).

Criminal Justice Day June 7 Auburn. Meet with 30 law-enforcement agencies. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Green River Community College, 12401 S.E. 320th St., Auburn. FREE (253-833-9111, ext. 4388).

Stars Summer Concert series June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 Issaquah. Concerts for kids. 7 p.m. Stars, Front Street, Issaquah. FREE (425-392-2900).

"Broadway's Best" June 12-13 Mercer Island. A concert by the Island Children's Choir. 7 p.m. June 12, 2 and 7 p.m. June 13. Mercer Island High School, Mercer Island. $8 (206-232-8007).

"Family Fun Day" June 12-Aug. 28 Seattle. Assorted family events. 1 p.m. Saturdays. Ballard Locks, 3015 N.W. 54th St., Seattle. FREE (206-783-7059).

"Impressionism: Paintings Collected by European Museums" June 12-Aug. 29 Seattle. A special exhibition of Impressionist paintings. Seattle Art Museum, 100 University St., Seattle, $7-$10 (206-654-3121).

"All That Dance" performance June 13 Shoreline. A student dance performance. Shorecrest Performing Arts Center, 15343 25th Ave. N.E., Shoreline. $8 (206-524-8944).

Needle Arts and Fiber Show June 14-July 9 Seattle. Visual art. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays through Fridays. Art Center Gallery, 3 W. Cremona St., Seattle. (206-281-2079).

Edmonds Arts Festival June 18-20 Edmonds. Juried art, children's activities, food. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. June 18 and 19, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 20. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. (425-771-6412).

Richard Karn StarDays June 18-27 Redmond, Bellevue, Seattle. Celebrity events to benefit cancer research. Various times and locations. $5-$200 (206-621-5979).

Bulldog Summer Picnic June 19 Buckley. A spaghetti feed and potluck. Noon to 5 p.m. 16207 256th Ave. E., Buckley. $5-$15 (206-522-7178).

Best of the Northwest Bike Ride June 19 Seattle. 50- or 100-mile bike ride. Sign-in begins at 6:30 a.m. Woodland Park, Picnic Shelter No. 3, Woodland Park Avenue North and North 50th Street, Seattle. $20-$24 registration fee (206-374-0760).

Back Yard Wildlife Sanctuary Festival and Garden Tour June 19 Kent, Auburn, Federal Way, Maple Valley. Yard tours, speakers and vendors. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Various locations. $8-$10 (253-852-7766).

"American Theater Masters: The Songs of George Gershwin and Stephen Sondheim" June 19, 20 Renton. A performance by the Rainier Chorale. 7:30 p.m. June 19, 2 p.m. June 20. Carco Theater, 1717 Maple Valley Road, Renton. $8-$10 (253-939-5721).

Sports Collectors Association Convention June 19-20 Seattle. Special autograph guest Seattle Seahawks' Warren Moon. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. June 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20. Flag Pavilion, Seattle Center, Seattle. $2 (206-523-8740).

Fremont Arts Festival June 19-20 Seattle. Artwork and refreshments. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sophie Wrenchey Gallery, 717 N. 36th St., Seattle. FREE (206-632-7994).

Burien Strawberry Festival and Heritage Fair June 19-20 Burien. Arts & crafts, entertainment and food. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Southwest 146th Street and Fourth Avenue Southwest, Burien. FREE (206-244-3513).

Bell Street Pier Classic Rendezvous June 19-20 Seattle. Vintage yachts and classic cars. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 19, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 20. Pier 66, downtown waterfront, Seattle. FREE (206-937-6211).

Darrington Wildflower Festival June 19-20 Darrington. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 19, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 20. Darrington School Complex, Darrington. (360-436-1794).

Darrington Fly-In June 19-20 Darrington. 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. both days. Darrington Municipal Airport, Darrington. (360-436-1454).

The Prom Reunion June 19-Aug. 28 Seattle. An "interactive theater piece." 7 p.m. Saturdays. Phinney Ridge Neighborhood Center, 6523 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle. $30-$35 (206-783-6263).

Olympic Music Festival June 19-Sept. 12 Quilcene. The annual series of chamber music "concerts in the barn." Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m. Ten miles west of Hood Canal bridge, Quilcene. $10-$22 (206-527-8839).

Redmond to Spokane Bicycle Tour June 23-27 Redmond. Three-hundred-mile ride across Washington state. Call for specifics. $35-400 (206-298-9288).

Wonder Stage Performance series June 23-Aug. 18 Lynnwood. Outdoor performance series for youth. Noon Wednesdays. Lynndale Park Amphitheater, 18927 72nd Ave. W., Lynnwood. FREE (425-771-4030).

Port Townsend Country Blues Festival June 25-26 Port Townsend. Music festival. 7 p.m. June 25, 2 and 7 p.m. June 26, McCurdy Pavilion/Littlefield Green, Fort Worden State Park, Port Townsend. $12-$14 (360-385-3102).

artsEdge Festival June 25-27 Seattle. A celebration of off-the-edge, experimental and unpredictable art. 6 to 11 p.m. June 25, 2 to 11 p.m. June 26, and 2 to 9 p.m. June 27. Several venues, Seattle Center, Seattle. FREE (206-684-7197).

Quilt Show June 25-27 Sequim. Historic quilts from local families. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 25 and 26, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 27. Sequim Middle School, 301 W. Hendrickson Road, Sequim. (360-681-4530).

San Juan Island Triathlon & Relay Race June 26 Friday Harbor. A benefit race. 9 a.m. Various locations on San Juan Island. $25-$35 (360-378-4449).

Tacoma Highland Games June 26 Graham. Dancing, piping and field events. Gates open at 8 a.m. Frontier Park, 217th Street and Meridian Avenue East, Graham. $4-$6 (253-939-8413).

Walk for Rice June 26 Seattle. A walk to benefit the ACRS Food Bank. 8 a.m. to noon. Alki Beach Park, 61st Avenue Southwest and Alki Avenue Southwest, West Seattle. (206-695-7551).

Leap for Learning June 26 Shelton. A parachute-jumping event. 9 a.m. to dusk. Mason County Fairgrounds, Highway 101, Shelton. (425-882-0506).

Earth Acupuncture Workshop June 26-27 Seattle. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Graham Visitors Center, 2300 Arboretum Drive E., Washington Park Arboretum, Seattle. $200 (206-522-7997).

Shoreline Arts Festival '99 June 26-27 Shoreline. A festival of music, dance and food. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. June 26, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. June 27. Shoreline Center, 18560 First Ave. N.E., Shoreline. FREE (206-542-1989).

Northwest 2 Cylinder Exposition III June 26-27 Chehalis. Restored farm equipment, tractor pull, flea market. 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. both days. Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, 1725 S. Gold St., Chehalis. $5-$12 (360-736-6442).

Lawman 1000 Charity Motorcycle Ride June 26-27 Federal Way. A ride to benefit the Northwest Burn Foundation. Sign up 4 to 6 a.m. June 26. SeaTac Mall, Federal Way (888-662-8767).

Midsommer Celebration June 27 Poulsbo. Folk parade, music and children's activities. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Frank Rabb Park, Poulsbo. $5 (206-784-7470).

Classic Car Show June 27 Auburn. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Super Mall, Auburn. $10 (253-435-5988).

Pride Parade and Freedom Rally June 27 Seattle. Parade begins at noon at Broadway and East Pike Street, rally begins at 2 p.m. at Volunteer Park. (206-292-1035).

JULY

The Climb for Clean Air July 1-30 Mount Rainier. A fund-raiser for the American Lung Association. Renowned climber and guide Lou Whittaker will lead groups of climbers up Mount Rainier. Open to beginning and experienced climbers. Professional guide service, lodging at the historic Paradise Inn and all the necessary equipment will be provided. Four climbs July 1-2, 9-10, 16-17 and 29-30. $100 registration fee along with commitment to raise $3,000 for the Lung Association (206-441-5100 or 800-732-9339).

Seafirst Gallery Exhibit July 1-Aug. 13 Seattle. Seafirst Gallery celebrates the opening of Safeco Field with an exhibit, "A Good Eye: Artists at the Ballpark." Historic and contemporary baseball art will be highlighted. Various times July 1-Aug. 13. Seafirst Gallery, Columbia Tower, 701 Fifth Ave., third floor, Seattle. FREE (206-585-3200). Handicapped accessible.

Taste of Tacoma July 2-5 Tacoma. Featuring 34 restaurants and 20 food-product companies with continuous entertainment, beer and wine garden and more than 100 arts and crafts exhibits. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 2-4, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 5. Point Defiance Park, 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma. FREE (206-232-2982).

Yankee Doodle Day July 2 Lynnwood. Children interpret a skit and make holiday crafts. 11 a.m. to noon July 2. Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, 18900 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. $8 (425-771-4030).

Festival of American Fiddle Tunes July 2-3 Port Townsend. Three rousing concerts featuring the finest traditional fiddle musicians from various cultural backgrounds. 7 p.m. July 2, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. July 3, McCurdy Pavilion at Fort Worden State Park, 26 Eisenhower Way, Port Townsend. $12, children 14 and under $2 (800-733-3608). Handicapped accessible.

Northwest Gay and Lesbian Summer Sports Festival July 2-4 Seattle. More than 1,000 gay athletes and spectators will participate in various sporting events. Various times and locations throughout Seattle. FREE (206-322-7769).

Seventh Annual International Exhibition July 2-Sept. 24 Seattle. Various visual art exhibits. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Washington State Convention and Trade Center, Eighth and Pike streets, Seattle. FREE (206-694-5000).

The Original Fremont Outdoor Cinema July 3-Sept. 11 Seattle. Double features and live music throughout the summer, live music begins 8-9 p.m., movie dates: July 3, 10, 17, 23; Aug. 23, 28; Sept. 11; 34th Street and Fremont Avenue, Seattle; $5 suggested donation (206-632-0287).

Issaquah Chorale July 3 Issaquah. A family concert celebrating the country's rich and varied musical heritage. 7 p.m. July 3. Issaquah High School Commons, 700 Second Ave. S.E., Issaquah. $5, children age 5 and under free (425-392-8446). Handicapped accessible.

Bothell's Patriot Street Dance July 3 Bothell. An annual dance in the streets. 6:30 to 10 p.m. July 3; 101st Avenue Northeast between Main Street and 183rd Avenue Northeast, Bothell. FREE (425-486-7430).

Methow Arts Festival and Family Olympics July 3 Twisp. A family hands-on arts festival with a number of art activities and demonstrations. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 3. Twisp City Park, Twisp. FREE (509-997-4004).

Pacific Northwest Historic Vintage Car Race July 3-4 Kent. More than 250 competitors from around the world will race in pre-1970 automobiles including Ferraris, Lotuses, Porsches, Corvettes and many others. Vintage and collector cars will also be on display. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 3 and 4. Seattle International Raceway, 31001 144th Ave. S.E., Kent. $5-$20 (206-389-5200).

Lake Union Wooden Boat Festival July 3-5 Seattle. A showcase of more than 150 wooden vessels of all sizes, with maritime skills and boat-building demonstrations. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 3-5. South end of Lake Union, 1010 Valley St., Seattle. Various admission fees (206-382-2628).

Pioneer Days July 2-4 Cle Elum. A street fair featuring a pioneer breakfast, 10K run and heritage festival and derby. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 2-4. Downtown Cle Elum. FREE (509-674-5958).

Seattle Chamber Music Festival July 5-30 Seattle. A four-week summer festival featuring 12 chamber music concerts with internationally acclaimed musicians. 7 p.m. July 5-30. Lakeside School, 14050 First Ave. N.E., Seattle. $15-$30 (206-283-8808). Handicapped accessible.

Imagination Northwest July 5-Aug. 23 Seattle. Various programs for children in arts and the art movement. Various times July 5-Aug. 23. Imagination Northwest, 4530 Union Bay Place N.E., Seattle; $70 per session (206-524-6073).

Kent Summer Concert Series July 6-Aug. 12 Kent. A series of free performing arts events including "Wednesday Picnic Performances," "Thursdays at the Lake," "Take-Out Tuesdays" and "Playground Performances." Various times July 6-Aug. 12. Held at four parks in Kent; Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park, 742 E. Titus St.; Lake Meridian Park, 14800 S.E. 272nd St.; Kent-Kherson Peace Park, Second and Gowe Street; West Fenwick Park, 42nd Avenue South and Reith Road, Kent. FREE (253-859-3991).

Shoreline Concerts in the Parks July 7-Aug. 18 Shoreline. Seven Wednesday evening concerts. Have a picnic with family and friends. 7 p.m. July 7-Aug. 18. July 7 and 14 Lake Forest Park School, 18500 37th Ave. N.E.; July 21 and 28 Cromwell Park, Meridian Avenue North and North 182nd Street; Aug. 4, 11 and 18 Richmond Beach Saltwater Park, 2021 N.W. 190th St., Shoreline. FREE (206-542-1989).

Kirkland's Waterfront Concerts July 7-Aug. 18 Kirkland. Seven Wednesday morning children's concerts, seven Tuesday and Thursday evening concerts. 10 a.m. July 7-Aug. 18, 7 p.m. July 7-Aug. 18. Marina Park Pavilion, Central Way and Market Street, Kirkland. FREE (425-828-1105).

Redmond Derby Days July 8-11 Redmond. The nation's oldest bicycle race event with other family activities including a 5K run, music fest, health and fitness expo, kids parade and skating events. Various times and locations throughout downtown Redmond. (425-885-4014).

Port Townsend Writer's Conference July 8-18 Port Townsend. A literary event offering lectures, readings and manuscript workshops for writers of fiction, nonfiction and poetry. Acclaimed authors and poets from across the country will be highlighted along with a special symposium on East Asian literature. Various times July 8-18. Fort Worden State Park Conference Center, 223 Battery Way, Port Townsend. $5-$325 (360-385-3102). Handicapped accessible.

Music in the Park July 8-Aug. 19 Shelton. Thursday evening concerts with visitors encouraged to bring picnics while enjoying various swing, jazz, rock, Irish folk and blues performances. 7 to 8:30 p.m. July 8-Aug. 19. Shelton. FREE

Shakespeare in the Parks presents "Cymbeline" July 9 Bellevue. A performance of Shakespeare's romantic comedy. 7 to 9 p.m. July 9. Northwest Arts Center, 9825 N.E. 24th St., Bellevue. FREE (425-452-4106).

West Seattle Street Festival July 9-11 West Seattle. A family festival including arts and crafts, food, kids activities and a beer and wine garden. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 9 and 10, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 11, street dance 8 p.m. to midnight July 10, farmer's market 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 10. California Avenue Southwest between Southwest Edmunds and Southwest Oregon streets, Seattle. FREE (206-935-9966).

Mercer Island Summer Celebration July 9-11 Mercer Island. Mercer Island's annual community festival featuring more than 100 juried crafts booths, garden show and tour, a parade, kids activities and fireworks. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 10 (10 a.m. parade), 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 11. Mercerdale Park, 77th Street Southeast and Southeast 32nd Avenue, Mercer Island. (206-236-7285).

Seattle Gilbert & Sullivan Society presents "The Grand Duke" July 9-24 Seattle. 8 p.m. and 2 p.m. July 9-24. Bagley Wright Theatre, Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St., Seattle. $12-$24 (206-682-0796).

Seafair Milk Carton Derby July 10 Seattle. Build a milk-carton boat and join more than 100 other contestants in this annual Seafair sponsored event. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 10. Southwest corner of Green Lake. FREE (206-728-0123).

Return to Renton Benefit Cruise-In July 10 Renton. A classic car show featuring more than 300 restored, custom, unique and antique vehicles. Also featured are a police canine demonstration, trivia contests, scavenger hunts and raffle. 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. July 10. Renton High School, 400 S. Second St., Renton. $10-$15 registration per car, spectators FREE (425-827-8463).

White Center Home Garden Tour July 10 Seattle. A self-guided tour of 10 home gardens throughout White Center. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 10. Various locations throughout the White Center area, Seattle. FREE (206-767-6337).

Slug Festival July 10-11 Eatonville. A celebration in honor of the native banana slug with face painting, slug facts, slug race and all sorts of wacky slug activities. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 10 and 11. Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 11610 Trek Drive E., Eatonville. Various fees (360-832-6117).

Antique Gas Engine & Tractor Show July 10-11 Roy. Gas engines, tractors, early-day farm and logging equipment and steam engines will be on display. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 10 and 11. Roy Rodeo Grounds, Downtown Roy. $2 (253-847-7991).

Garden Art & Imports Sale July 10-11 Bainbridge Island. Local and regional artists offer garden-related art and Indonesian imports. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 10 and 11. Rose of Sharon's, 10359 N.E. Seaborn Rd., Bainbridge Island. FREE (206-842-6883).

Summerfest! 1999 July 10-11 Kirkland. Downtown Kirkland's arts festival with 120 arts and craft booths, musical entertainment, art performances and demonstrations and children's activities. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 10, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 11. Kirkland Marina Park, Kirkland. FREE (425-822-7161).

Tivoli-Viking Days July 10-11 Seattle. An outdoor celebration of food, crafts, music, children's games and Viking activities. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 10 (with 9 a.m. pancake breakfast), noon to 5 p.m. July 11. Nordic Heritage Museum, 3014 N.W. 67th St., Seattle. FREE (206-789-5707).

Seattle to Portland Bicycle Classic July 10-11 Seattle. Ride 200 miles from Seattle to Portland over scenic views. 5:15 a.m. July 10. University of Washington, E1 parking lot on Montlake Boulevard just north of Husky Stadium, Seattle. $50 (206-522-3222).

Chinatown International District Summer Festival July 10-11 Seattle. More than 50 Pan-Asian artists and performers are highlighted in the festival including an open market, international delicacies, Asian crafts and children's activities. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 10, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 11. Chinatown International District, South King Street between Maynard Avenue South and Eighth Avenue South, Seattle. FREE (206-382-1197).

Mad Science Show July 10 and 24 Lynnwood. Children ages 6-12 will enjoy fun entertainment by mad science instructors. 11 a.m. to noon July 10 and 24. Lynnwood Parks and Recreation, 18900 44th Ave. W., Lynnwood. $10 (425-771-4030).

1999 Seattle Street of Dreams July 10-Aug. 15 Issaquah. The annual one-site luxury home and garden tour takes place this year at the Estates at Treemont. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 1-Aug. 15. The Estates at Treemont, 8 miles from downtown Issaquah off Issaquah Fall City Road, Issaquah. $10-$12 (425-462-1111).

Jazz in the Park July 11 Seattle. Featuring Seattle's very own Edmonia Jarrett and international recording artist Bud Shank. Noon to 5 p.m. July 11. Seward Park Amphitheater, Lake Washington Boulevard South and South Orcas Street, Seattle. FREE (206-723-2216).

Walla Walla Sweet Onion "Harvest Fest" July 11 Walla Walla. A tribute to the Walla Walla onion with a farmer's market, various onion contests and onion dishes featured. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Walla Walla Park, 755 Myra Road, Walla Walla. FREE (509-525-0850).

Horsehead International Sculpture Project July 11-Sept. 30 Seattle. Artists from Ireland, Italy, Canada, Taiwan and others join Seattle-based artists to create outdoor, site-integrated, temporary sculptures. 5 to 9 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends July 11-Sept. 30. Sand Point Naval Base and adjoining Magnuson Park, 7400 Sand Point Way N.E., Seattle. FREE (206-282-2935).

Mostly Music in the Park July 13-Aug. 15 Mercer Island. Enjoy a number of concerts with performers from country music, jazz, big band, rock, Celtic and more. 7 p.m. every Sunday and Tuesday July 13-Aug. 15. Mercerdale Park, 77th Street Southeast and Southeast 32nd Avenue, Mercer Island. FREE (206-236-3545).

The Great Jacobini Magic Show July 14 Bellevue. A children's magic show. 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. July 14. Kelsey Creek Farm, 13204 S.E. Eighth Place, Bellevue. FREE (425-452-4106).

Kla Ha Ya Days Festival July 15-18 Snohomish. A family festival featuring a balloon glow and fireworks, sunset parade and car show. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. July 15 and 16, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 17, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 18. Downtown Snohomish. FREE (360-568-4084).

Quilt Show July 16-18 Bellevue. Sponsored by the Block Party Quilters with more than 275 quilts on display. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 16, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 17, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 18. Sammamish High School, 100 140th Ave. S.E., Bellevue. $3 donation (206-674-9871).

Bite of Seattle July 16-18 Seattle. The Northwest's premier food festival featuring more than 50 Seattle restaurants, 30 food-product companies, three beer gardens and outdoor entertainment. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 16 and 17, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 18. Seattle Center, Seattle. FREE admission, food prices vary (206-232-2982).

Darrington Bluegrass Festival July 16-18 Darrington. A three-day outdoor music festival featuring bluegrass bands from around the country. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. July 16-18. Darrington Music Park, 42501 Highway 530, Darrington. $30-$35 (360-436-1006).

Kent Cornucopia Days July 16-18 Kent. A street fair with more than 600 vendors, carnival, parades and continuous live entertainment. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 16 and 17, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 18. Downtown Kent, Meeker Street between First and Sixth avenues, Kent. FREE (253-852-5466).

Winthrop Rhythm and Blues Festival July 16-18 Winthrop. Washington's oldest rhythm and blues festival featuring 17 bands this year. 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. July 16, noon to midnight July 17, noon to 6 p.m. July 18. Highway 20, one mile west of Winthrop; $40 (509-997-2541).

Lakefolkfest July 17 Lakewood. A Northwest folk music festival featuring groups such as Riley & Maloney, Sugar Beets, Christel, Spring & Carper, Cooke 'n' Green, Slainte and more. A children's stage will also be highlighted. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. July 17. Pierce College Amphitheater, Steilacoom Boulevard and Farwest Drive, Lakewood. $5, children 12 and under free (253-584-0217).

Seattle Landmark Association presents Summer Dance Showcase July 17 Seattle. Youth dance companies perform a range of dances including hip hop, modern, Cambodian and West African. 7 p.m. July 17. Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Ave., Seattle. $7-$10 (206-812-1114). All British Car Show and Swap Meet July 17 Redmond. More than 600 British cars from pre-war models to today's classics on display with a selection of rare parts, accessories and cars for sale. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 17. Clise Mansion in Marymoor Park, Redmond. FREE with $5 parking fee (425-644-7874).

West Seattle Hi-Yu Pirates Landing at Alki Beach July 17 Seattle. Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Seattle Seafair Pirates with an arts and craft fair, vintage Corvette display, smoked salmon barbecue, pole-vault championship and children's pirate costume contest. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 17. Alki Beach Park, Southwest 60th Street and Alki Avenue Southwest, Seattle. FREE (206-932-3345).

Whidbey Island Home Tour July 17 Whidbey Island. Tour five of Whidbey Island's most interesting homes. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 17. Various locations throughout Whidbey Island. $12 (360-579-2506).

Bon Odori July 17-18 Seattle. A festival of Japanese folk dance and music. Stemming from Buddhist traditions, this gathering is to honor the spirits of deceased family members. 5 to 11 p.m. July 17, 5 to 9 p.m. July 18. Seattle Buddhist Temple, 1427 S. Main St., Seattle. FREE (206-329-0800).

July Jubilee Days July 17-18 White Center. Two days of family fun featuring a parade, street fair, carnival and kids activities. 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 17, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 18. 15th Avenue Southwest between Southwest 98th and 102nd streets, White Center. FREE (206-763-4196).

Greater Seattle Senior Games July 17-Aug. 1 Seattle. Seniors will compete in 10 sporting events from basketball to track and field. Various times and locations throughout Seattle. FREE (206-362-8310).

Camlann Medieval Faire July 17-Aug. 29 Carnation. A re-creation of a 14th-century English village fair with craft demonstrations, minstrels, musicians, food and various tournaments. 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 17-Aug. 29 (weekends only). 10320 Kelly Road Northeast, three miles north of Carnation. $5-$8 (425-788-8624).

West Seattle Hi-Yu Kids' Fishing Derby July 18 Seattle. Kids 12 and under with adult supervision fish from the pier. Prizes and ice cream will be provided. 6 to 10 a.m. July 18. Seacrest Marina, Harbor Avenue Southwest, Seattle. FREE (206-932-3345).

Mustang Roundup and All Ford Car Show and Picnic July 18 Bellevue. See more than 1,000 restored and specialty Mustangs and other Ford automobiles. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 18. Bellevue Community College, 3000 Landerholm Circle S.E., Bellevue. $10 per car (206-444-4273).

West Seattle Hi-Yu Concert in the Park July 20 Seattle. The West Side Jazz Ensemble performs. 7 p.m. July 20. Hiawatha Play Field, 2700 California Ave. S.W. FREE (206-932-3345).

Healthy Families, Parenting and Immunization Fair July 20 Seattle. A family health fair featuring free immunizations (bring shot record) and participants from various community agencies and hospital services. 1 to 3 p.m. July 20. Providence Seattle Medical Center parking lot, 16th Avenue and East Cherry Street, Seattle. FREE (206-320-3791).

King County Fair July 20-25 Enumclaw. A traditional old-fashioned fair with carnival rides, rodeo, agricultural displays, country music and kids activities. 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 20-24, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 25. King County Fairgrounds, 45224 284th Ave. S.E., Enumclaw. $3.50-$7 (206-296-8888).

"Jekyll & Hyde" July 20-Aug. 1 Seattle. A performance of Robert Louis Stevenson's classic story of the life of Dr. Henry Jekyll. Various times July 20-Aug. 1. Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St., Seattle. $23-$48.50 (206-812-1111).

Summer at the Henry Art Gallery Reception July 21 Seattle. Kick off "Summer at the Henry" events at this reception held in conjunction with the opening exhibition of "Archigram: Experimental Architecture 1961-1974." 6 to 9 p.m. July 21. Henry Art Gallery, University of Washington, 15th Avenue Northeast and Northeast 41st Street, Seattle. $4-$6 (206-543-2280).

Waterland Festival July 21-25 Des Moines. Des Moines' festival featuring arts and craft booths, a carnival, entertainment, salmon bake, fireworks and fun run. 3 to 10 p.m. July 21, noon-10 p.m. July 22, noon to 11 p.m. July 23 and 24, noon to 6 p.m. July 25. Des Moines Marina, 22236 Dock Ave. S., Des Moines. FREE (206-878-7000).

University Village's Summer Courtyard Concert Series July 21-Sept. 8 Seattle. Wednesday evening concerts with a wide variety of music. 6 to 8 p.m. July 21-Sept. 8. University Village, 45th Street Northeast and 25th Avenue Northeast, Seattle. FREE (206-523-0622).

Flea Market July 22 Des Moines. Annual sale held in conjunction with the Waterland Festival. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 22. Wesley Gardens (west parking lot), 815 S. 216th St., Des Moines. FREE (206-870-4529).

FinnFest USA July 22-25 Seattle. An annual festival promoting the appreciation and preservation of Finnish culture. Festival highlights include a performance by the Seattle Symphony, arts and crafts, music and dance, fun run, Finnish fashion show and an exhibit on Finnish technology. 8 a.m. to midnight July 22-24, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 25. University of Washington, Seattle. Various fees (425-401-7100).

Aquafest '99 July 22-25 Lake Stevens. A family water-related festival featuring sporting events, live entertainment, water skiing tournaments, 5K and 10K runs, canoe races and lots of kids activities. Various hours and locations throughout downtown Lake Stevens. FREE (425-359-2172).

Bellevue Art Museum's Pacific Northwest Arts Fair July 23-25 Bellevue. More than 325 artists from across the country and Canada display their works from handmade paper to blown glass. Also featured are artist demonstrations, a kids fair and a food court. 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. July 23 and 24, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 25. Bellevue Square, Northeast Eighth Street and Bellevue Way, Bellevue. FREE (425-454-3322, Ext. 125).

Taste of Bellevue July 23-25 Bellevue. Part of Bellevue's arts and crafts fair weekend. Featuring food booths from around the world. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 23-24, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 25. Bellevue Way between Northeast Sixth and Eighth streets, Bellevue. FREE (425-453-1223).

Lake Stevens Aquafest July 23-25 Lake Stevens. A family fun festival with live music, fishing derby, carnival, the Bite of Lake Stevens, arts and crafts and much more. 4-10 p.m. July 23, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 24, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 25. Downtown Lake Stevens. FREE (425-397-2344).

Mason County Fair July 23-25 Shelton. An old-fashioned county fair with animal and livestock exhibits, a carnival and continuous entertainment. 10 a.m. to 11 p.m. July 23-25. Mason County Fairgrounds, 751 W. Fairgrounds Road, Shelton. $2-$4 (360-427-7789).

Central Area Community Festival July 23-25 Seattle. Celebrating the central area's diverse ethnic heritage. The festival features a carnival, art exhibits, food, cultural exhibits and youth interactive sports. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. July 23 and 24, noon to 8 p.m. July 25. Garfield Community Center, 2323 E. Cherry St., Seattle. FREE (206-684-4366).

Midsummer Night's Jam July 24 Enjoy an outdoor dinner and dance to benefit homeless families. Sponsored by the Windermere Foundation. 7 p.m. July 24. Windermere, 4919 S. Genesee St., Seattle. $10 (206-725-7255).

West Seattle American Legion Grand Parade July 24 Seattle. A family parade. California Avenue Southwest to Southwest Edmunds. 11 a.m. July 24. Seattle. FREE (206-932-3345).

West Seattle Hi-Yu Classic Car and Hot Rod Show July 24 Seattle. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 24. Alki Beach Park, Southwest 60th Street and Alki Avenue Southwest. FREE (206-932-3345).

Bon Odori Festival July 24 Auburn. Participate in Japanese folk dancing and enjoy ethnic food and a taiko performance. 5 to 9 p.m. July 24. White River Buddhist Temple, 3625 Auburn Way N., Auburn. FREE (253-833-1442).

Ethnic Fest July 24-25 Tacoma. A celebration of international flavors including food stalls, handicrafts and entertainment. Noon to 7 p.m. July 24-25. Wright Park, 501 S. I St., Tacoma. FREE (253-798-7590).

Ballard Seafood Fest July 24-25 Seattle. A special weekend seafood celebration featuring a salmon barbecue, craft booths, kids stage and a lutefisk eating contest. 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 24, noon to 7 p.m. July 25. Downtown Ballard, Market Street and Ballard Avenue. FREE (206-324-3372).

Snohomish Garden Club Garden Tour July 25 Snohomish. Tour a variety of gardens throughout the Snohomish area including the first-place winner of the 1999 Pacific Northwest Gardens Contest. Radio personality Cisco Morris will be on hand to answer questions and participate in other garden activities. Noon to 5 p.m. July 25. Various locations throughout Snohomish. $6 (360-568-2526).

Northwest Muscle Car Meet July 25 Graham. A show of American-made muscle cars past and present. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 25. Pierce County Fairgrounds, 21718 Meridian E., Graham. (425-827-8143).

Renton River Days July 27-Aug. 1 Renton. A six-day community family festival featuring a fun run, parade, antique boat show, children's activities and the annual rubber ducky race. Various times and locations throughout downtown Renton. FREE with nominal fees for certain events (425-430-6528).

Nellie and Hank: The Incredible Performing Pigs July 28 Bellevue. Back by popular demand, these two pigs perform more than 70 tricks including golfing, bowling and spelling words. 10:30 to 11 a.m. July 28. Newcastle Beach Park, 4400 Lake Washington Blvd. S.E., Bellevue. FREE (425-452-4106).

Enumclaw Street Fair July 29-31 Enumclaw. More than 100 vendors with lots of entertainment and kids activities. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. July 29 and 30, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 31. Downtown Enumclaw along Cole Street. FREE (360-825-1448).

Bugaboo July 30 Seattle. An outdoor Caribbean festival to benefit a drive to build a new Seattle aquarium. 6 to 10 p.m. July 30. Hotel Edgewater, 2411 Alaskan Way, Pier 67, Seattle. (206-269-4569).

Magnolia Summer Festival July 30-Aug. 1 Magnolia. Magnolia's community festival featuring sidewalk sales, kids parade, food, karaoke beer garden and arts and craft vendors. 5 to 10 p.m. July 30, noon to 10 p.m. July 31, noon to 6 p.m. Aug. 1. Magnolia Village, 32nd Avenue West and West McGraw Street. FREE (206-284-5836).

Jazz in the Valley Festival July 30-Aug. 1 Ellensburg. Sixteen jazz and blues bands from across the Northwest perform with food vendors and a microbrew beer garden. Various times and locations throughout downtown Ellensburg. $4-$25 (888-925-2204).

WOMAD USA July 30-Aug. 1 Redmond. Seattle's festival of world music, arts and dance with nine performance stages, workshops and ethnic crafts and cuisine. Various times. Marymoor Park, 6046 W. Lake Sammamish Parkway N.E., Redmond. $25-$75 (206-628-0888).

Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races July 30-Aug. 1 Kennewick. A 2 1/2-mile race of power and speed. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 30-Aug. 1. Columbia Park between Kennewick and Pasco, Kennewick. Various fees (509-547-2203).

Bellingham Festival of Music July 30-Aug. 15 Bellingham. "Beethoven in Bellingham" featuring renowned musicians Janos Starker, Garrick Ohlsson, Pepe Romero and others. Also featuring "Jazz by the Bay" with a tribute to Duke Ellington. Various times and locations. $8-$21 (360-676-5997).

Seafair Torchlight Run and Parade July 31 Seattle. An 8K fun run through the streets of downtown Seattle followed by a parade. Don't forget to wear a costume. 6:40 p.m. July 31, 7:30 p.m. parade. Seattle Center, Second Avenue North and Thomas Street; $18 run registration (206-728-0123).

Helicopter Awareness Day July 31 Tukwila. Helicopters from throughout the region will be on display with pilots on hand to discuss flight and operations around Puget Sound. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 31. Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Tukwila. FREE (206-768-7150).

Enological Society Wine and Food Festival July 31 Seattle. The region's most prestigious wine judging competition. This outdoor event will feature more than 200 wines from Northwest wineries along with food pairings prepared by North Seattle Community College Culinary Arts students and staff. 5 to 9 p.m. July 31. North Seattle Community College, 9600 College Way N., Seattle. $60 (253-631-8610).

Pacific Northwest Zone Oldsmobile Show July 31 Edmonds. July 31. Frances Anderson Center, 700 Main St., Edmonds. (425-271-0195).

Warship Regatta July 31 Bellevue. Sponsored by the Taskforce Northwest and Northwest Radio Control Shipmodelers clubs. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 31. Bellevue Park, one block south of Bellevue Square, Bellevue. FREE (253-838-6339).

Sandblast '99 July 31-Aug. 1 Duvall. Duvall's summer arts festival featuring professional sand sculptors who will be on hand to create various pieces, local artists will showcase their work with continuous live music and entertainment. Noon to 5 p.m. July 31-Aug. 1. McCormick Park, Main and Northeast Stephens streets, Duvall. FREE (425-844-9137).

Pacific Northwest Scottish Highland Games July 31-Aug. 1 Enumclaw. A unique Scottish festival featuring Highland dancing, pipe bands, Scottish athletic events and Scottish food. 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. King County Fairgrounds, Enumclaw. $6-$8 (206-522-2541).

Antique and Classic Boat Show July 31-Aug. 1 Renton. More than 60 rare vintage wooden power boats will be showcased in conjunction with Renton River Days. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 31 and Aug. 1. Gene Coulon Park, Renton. FREE (206-232-7504). Handicapped accessible.

AUGUST

Thurston County Fair Aug. 4-8 Lacey. An old-fashioned county fair featuring livestock, arts and crafts, food, games and a carnival. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 4-7, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 8. 3054 Carpenter Road S.E., Lacey. $3-$5, free for children 5 and younger (360-786-5453).

Seafair Fleet Tours Aug. 5-8 Seattle. Tour Navy and Coast Guard ships docked for Seafair. 1-5:30 p.m. Aug. 5-8. Pier 66, Seattle. FREE (206-728-0123).

Der Freischutz Aug. 5-21 Seattle. Seattle Opera's new production of Weber's opera. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 18 and 21, 2 p.m. Aug. 15. Seattle Center Opera House, 301 Mercer St., Seattle. $33-$93 (206-389-7676).

Lake City Pioneer Days Aug. 6-7 Seattle. Salmon bake, rummage sale, street fair, parades, children's activities, battle of the bands, car show. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 6 and 7. Lake City Community Center, 12532 28th Ave. N.E. and surrounding area, Seattle. FREE (206-363-3287).

General Motors Cup Hydroplane Race at Seafair Aug. 6-8 Seattle. The fastest boats in the world. 10 a.m.-4 p.m Aug. 6-8. Lake Washington, Seattle. $12-$220 (206-728-0123).

US West Air Show at Seafair Aug. 6-8 Seattle. The skies will be filled with flight demonstrations and operations. Noon Aug. 7-8 (Blue Angels); other acts perform between heats at the General Motors Cup at Seafair Unlimited Hydroplane Race Aug. 6-8. Lake Washington, Seattle. (206-728-0123).

Stanwood-Camano Community Fair Aug. 6-8 Stanwood. An agricultural fair featuring a carnival, arts and crafts, children's activities and commercial exhibits. 9 a.m.-dusk Aug. 6-7, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 8. Stanwood-Camano Fairgrounds, 64th Street and Pioneer Highway, Stanwood. $3-$5.50, free for kids younger than 5 (360-629-4121).

Methow Music Festival Aug. 6-15 Methow. Classical music in the meadows and barns of Mazama. Aug. 6-8 and Aug. 13-15. Various locations, Mazama. $7-$15, free for children 12 and younger; call for group rates (800-340-1458).

Clark County Fair Aug. 6-15 Ridgefield. Nightly entertainment, carnival, food booths, 4-H exhibits. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 6, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 8-12, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 13-14, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 15. 817402 Delfel Road, Ridgefield. $2-$6, free for kids 6 and younger (360-397-6180).

Field Day '99 Aug. 7 Federal Way. New and antique fire engines, chili cookoff, firefighter competitions, safety information. 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. Aug. 7. Headquarters Fire Station, 31617 First Ave. S., Federal Way. FREE (253-946-7349).

Skagit County Fair Aug. 11-14 Mount Vernon. Carnival, animal exhibits, singer Brian White and more. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 11-14. Hazel and Virginia streets, Mount Vernon. $4-$6, free for children 6 and younger (360-336-9453).

Grays Harbor County Fair Aug. 11-15 Elma. Annual county fair with rides, food and entertainment, including a concert by Brian White. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 11-12, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 13-14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 15. Grays Harbor County Fairgrounds, Elma. $3-$5, free for kids 5 and younger (360-482-2651).

Rainier Centennial Celebration Aug. 12 Mount Rainier. Rainier National Park hosts festivities highlighting the establishment of the park. 1:30-3 p.m. Aug. 12. Paradise area, south side of Rainier National Park. FREE (360-569-2211 ext. 2302).

Western Amputee Golf Association Tournament Aug. 12-13 Tukwila. All amputees and people with disabilities are invited to join this non-profit event, with 36 holes of golf, cart rental, barbecue and awards banquet. 8 a.m. Aug. 12-13. Foster Golf Links, 13500 Interurban Ave. S., Tukwila. $40, RSVP by July 1 (206-223-7375).

Charlotte's Web Aug. 12-14 Bellevue. The Highland Players and Crossroads Youth Theatre present the tale of Wilbur the pig and his friends. 10 a.m. Aug. 12 and 13; 7-9 p.m. Aug. 13 and 14. Meydenbauer Center Theatre, 11100 N.E. Sixth St., Bellevue. FREE (425-452-7155).

Pierce County Fair Aug. 12-15 Graham. Agricultural county fair with animals, home arts exhibits, and more. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 12-14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 15. Frontier Park, Graham. $3-$4 (253-843-1173).

Sunset Supper at the Market Aug. 13 Seattle. Enjoy food and drink from more than 40 of Seattle's top restaurants, wineries and beverage companies, plus live music and dancing. 7:30-11 p.m. Aug. 13. Pike Place Market between Pike and Virginia streets, Seattle. $50-$500 (206-682-7453).

Arlington Garlic Festival Aug. 13-15 Arlington. Garlic dishes, arts and crafts, live music and entertainment, beer and wine garden and garden tours. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Aug. 13-15. 14724 Mattson Road, Arlington. $5-$10 (206-360-8577).

Jefferson County Fair Aug. 13-15 Port Townsend. Music, crafts and food. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 13-14, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 15; 49th and Kuhn streets, Port Townsend. $1-$5 (360-385-1013).

Taste of Edmonds Aug. 13-15 Edmonds. Food booths, four entertainment stages, arts and crafts vendors, plus a children's area with pony rides and a petting zoo. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 13 and 14; 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 15. Seventh Avenue North and Bell Street, Edmonds. $1, free for children 5 and younger (425-776-6711).

P-Patch Open Aug. 14 Seattle. Golf tournament, hole-in-one contest, family activities and a barbecue with fish seasoned by celebrity chef Tom Douglas. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Aug. 14. Interbay Family Golf Center, 2501 15th Ave. W., Seattle. Tournament fees $15-$20, barbecue $6.95-$12.95, miniature golf $4.50-$6.50 (206-285-2200).

Der Freischutz Symposium Aug. 14 Seattle. Speight Jenkins moderates a panel of experts discussing Gothic themes in literature, film, music and Weber's "Freischutz." 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday. Seattle Children's Theatre, Seattle Center, Second Avenue North and Thomas Street, Seattle. $40 (206-389-7676).

IndustREALIZING Art Aug. 14 Seattle. Arts Ballard's celebration of art and industry featuring exhibits, live music, artist demonstrations, children's activities and films. Noon-11 p.m. Aug. 14. Ballard Avenue, south of Market Street, Seattle. FREE (206-789-8616).

Eaglen Sings Wagner Aug. 14 Seattle. In a concert to benefit Seattle Opera's 2001 "Ring," Jane Eaglen will sing the identical program that Kirsten Flagstad presented at her farewell performance at Carnegie Hall in 1955. 7:30 p.m. Aug. 14. Benaroya Hall, 200 University St., Seattle. $30-$75, concert and reception packages $150-$250 (206-389-7676).

Schwinn Picnic Aug 14 Seattle. Bring a lunch and your old or new Schwinn bicycle for a picnic and one-lap bike ride around Green Lake, with a stop for photographs halfway around. 11 a.m. Aug. 14. Green Lake Park, lower woodland stove 5, Green Lake Drive North, Seattle; FREE (206-784-9013).

Missoula Children's Theatre Aug. 14 Kent. A week of intensive rehearsals culminates in two performances of "The Pied Piper" by local students. 3 and 7 p.m. Aug. 14. Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 S.E. 256th St., Kent. $5 (253-859-3991).

Art Nature Literature Festival Aug. 14-15 Seattle. Multicultural entertainment, readings, lectures, displays and activities about the arts and the environment. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 14-15. Lincoln Park, Fauntleroy Way Southwest, Seattle. FREE, donations requested (206-932-1072).

Northwest Washington Fair Aug. 16-21 Lynden. Music, fine arts, children's activities, carnival and more. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 16-21. Northwest Washington Fairgrounds, Lynden. $3-$7, free for children 5 and younger (360-354-4111).

Dinner and Auction Aug. 17 Auburn. Enjoy dinner and silent and live auctions at the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders Association's annual fund raiser for the Cornerstone/Thrust Scholarship. 5:30 p.m. Aug. 17. Emerald Downs Race Track, 2300 Emerald Downs Drive, Auburn. $80/couple (253-288-7878).

Grant County Fair Aug. 17-21 Moses Lake. Highlights include three rodeos, demolition derby, concert and petting zoo. 8 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 17-21. 3953 Airway Drive, Moses Lake. $2-$6, free for children 6 and younger (509-765-3581).

Southwest Washington Fair Aug. 17-22 Chehalis. Carnival, entertainment and animal exhibits. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 17-19, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Aug. 20-21, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 22. Southwest Washington Fairgrounds, 2555 N. National Ave., Chehalis. $3-$5.50, free for kids 5 and younger (360-736-6072).

Skamania County Fair Aug. 18-22 Stevenson. Carnival, crafts, fine arts and food. Noon-midnight Aug. 18, 10 a.m.-midnight Aug. 19-22. Skamania County Fairgrounds, 650 Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson. FREE (509-427-5588).

Chief Seattle Days Aug. 20-22 Suquamish. Princess contest, teen dance, Indian arts and crafts 7 p.m.-midnight Aug. 20. Pow-wow, dance groups, canoe races, salmon bake, Indian arts and crafts, 10 a.m.-midnight Aug. 21 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 22; downtown Suquamish; FREE (360-598-3311).

Foss Regatta Aug. 21 Bellevue. Bring a radio-control tugboat to race in this regatta, sponsored by Foss Maritime and the Northwest Radio Control Shipmodelers. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 21. Downtown Park, 100th Avenue Northeast and Northeast First Street, one block south of Bellevue Square, Bellevue. $5 for entrants, FREE for observers.

Uptown Street Fair Aug. 21 Port Townsend. Historic "Joe Kuhn" Community Clam Bake and street fair with food, family activities, classic car show, music and dancing. Noon, Aug. 21. Port Townsend Community Recreation Center, Lawrence and Tyler streets, and surrounding area, Port Townsend. FREE, clam bake $4.50-$7.50; car show $3-$5 (360-385-7911).

Kent Canterbury Faire Aug. 21-22 Kent. Continuous performances of music, dance and theater, juried crafts marketplace and fine art exhibit, medieval and Renaissance villages, international food booths, high tea, children's activities, free shuttle bus service. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Aug. 21 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Aug. 22. Mill Creek Canyon Earthworks Park, 742 E. Titus St., the adjacent Kent Senior Activities Center and throughout downtown Kent. $1 (253-859-3991).

Swedish SummeRun Aug. 22 Seattle. 5K run/walk and 10K race to raise money for the Marsha Rivkin Center for Ovarian Cancer Research. 9 a.m. Aug. 22; Madison Street East and Minor Avenue, Seattle. $15 before Aug. 14, $20 Aug. 15-21, $25 on race day, cost includes T-shirt (206-386-2738).

Fort Steilacoom's 150th Anniversary Aug. 22 Lakewood. Celebrate the fort's sesquicentennial with a daylong history fair, including costumed characters from the 1840s and 1850s. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Aug. 22, time capsule and monument dedication 2 p.m. 9601 Steilacoom Blvd. S.W., Lakewood. FREE, $2 donation suggested (253-582-3301).

The Original Fremont Outdoor Cinema Aug. 23-Sept. 11 Seattle. Double features and live music throughout the summer, live music begins 8-9 p.m., movie dates: Aug. 23, 28; Sept. 11. 34th Street and Fremont Avenue, Seattle. $5 suggested donation (206-632-0287).

Kitsap County Fair and Rodeo Aug. 24-29 Bremerton. County fair and rodeo. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 24, 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Aug. 25-29. Kitsap County Fairgrounds, 1200 N.W. Fairgrounds Road, Bremerton. $3.50-$6.50, free for children 5 and younger (360-692-3655).

Tickle Tune Typhoon Aug. 25 Bellevue. Unique musical experience for all ages featuring traditional and ethnic music and dance, a colorful band and larger-than-life costumes. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Aug. 25. Robinswood Park, west corner soccer field, 2430 148th Ave. S.E., Bellevue. FREE (425-452-4106).

Evergreen State Fair Aug. 26-Sept. 6 Monroe. Concerts, entertainment, exhibits, auto shows and a carnival. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sept. 5. Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe. $4-$7 (425-339-3309 or 360-794-7832).

Sammamish Kennel Club Dog Shows Aug. 27-29 Woodinville. All-breed match, 6 p.m. Aug. 27; individual breed shows, Aug. 28; all breed show, 8 a.m. Aug. 29. Gold Creek Tennis and Sports Club, 15327 140th Place N.E., Woodinville. Parking $4, includes admission (425-485-7277).

Stevens Foundation Golf Classic Aug. 28 Burlington. 18 holes of golf, cart, refreshments, dinner and event golf shirt, proceeds support community youth wellness programs. 1:30-8:30 p.m. Aug. 28. Avalon Golf Club, 1717 Kelleher Road, Burlington. $125 (425-640-4049).

Annual Children's Ride Aug. 29 Issaquah. Sixty-mile motorcycle ride on country roads, live music and a gourmet barbecue to raise money for Children's Hospital and Regional Medical Center. Ride staging 9:30 a.m. Aug. 29, ride 11 a.m., music and barbecue noon-5 p.m. Lake Sammamish State Park, Northwest Sammamish Road and Seventeenth Avenue Northwest, Issaquah; $30 includes ride, festivities, T-shirt, pin, or $15 for festivities only (206-368-4876).

SEPTEMBER

Bumbershoot Festival Sept. 3-6 Seattle. Music, dance, theater, film, literary arts, visual arts and children's performances, call for times, Seattle Center, Seattle. $10-$32 (206-281-8111).

Kittitas Country Fair Sept. 2-6 Ellensburg. Music, crafts, exhibits, food booths and carnival, events begin noon-10 p.m. Sept. 2, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sept. 3-4, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 6. 512 N. Poplar, Ellensburg. $2.50 -$6. (800-426-5340).

Ellensburg Rodeo Sept. 3-6 Ellensburg. Rodeo features competition for finest riders, ropers, wrestlers and racers in the country. Rodeo begins 7 p.m., Sept. 3; Finals start noon Sept. 6, Ellensburg Rodeo Grounds, Ellensburg; tickets $10-$18. (800-637-2444).

Festival of India Sept 4-6 Seattle. Celebrate the cultures of India through music, dance, plays, philosophy and food, noon-6 p.m. Sept. 4-6, Waterfront Park, Pier 62, Seattle. FREE (206-286-1739).

The Puyallup Fair Sept. 10-26 Puyallup. Fair with live music, petting zoo, rides, arts and crafts, food and more, Sept. 10-26, Western Washington Fairgrounds, Puyallup. Call for tickets and prices (253-841-5045).

The Original Fremont Outdoor Cinema Sept. 11 Seattle. Double features and live music; live music begins8-9 p.m., North 34th Street and Fremont Avenue North, Seattle. $5 suggested donation (206-632-0287).

Greenspire Medieval Arts Festival Sept. 11-12 Seattle. Music, theater performances, and wandering minstrels, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sept. 11, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 12, Blessed Sacrament Church, 5041 Ninth Ave. N.E., Seattle. $3, children under 10 are free (206-732-8359).