Columbia City Kids Fair 2007
Musica Entertainment is proud to have produce the "Columbia City Kids Fair 2007."
 
The Columbia City neighborhood and business district geared up to host a day of festivities for both kids and parents.  The Columbia City Kids Festival took place Saturday July 21st, 2008 from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. 

Here are a few of the days events and highlights that await all of our Columbia City guests: 
 
A few of Rodney's best friends  joined him on stage at the Columbia City Theater between 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.: 
 
Tilly The Clown
has been clowning around for children and adults alike all over Western Washington for the past several years.  She also studied early childhood education in college. Visit www.tillytheclown.com for more information.
 
T. Tator Tot
will be clowning around and sculpting balloons for up-and-coming little clowns! Visit http://www.ttatortot.com.
 
The Reality Check Dance Team
 
A trapeze artist
 
There was also information available on parenting, family resources, school readiness and much more.

Presentations for parents or interested folks include:  
CITI Smith Barney Second Vice President - Wealth Management Amani Y. Harris was on hand to discuss "Preparing the financial future of your child". 
Amani Y. Harris   
The Community Coalition or Environmental Justice discussed  fun and learning ways for parents to make children more aware of their environment and environmental issues.  www.ccej.org
Emotion Literacy Advocates, a non-profit organization that creates learning forums for insight into emotion through language and the arts, was on location all day at the Columbia City Theater to share information about their most recent innovation: The Full Spectrum Birthday Song CD Gift Program. Visit www.emolit.org
Columbia City Merchants will be celebrating the Kids fair in many ways all day including:
Andaluz: 4908 Rainier Ave South - This is the hot spot to find eclectic gifts, garb and home décor. Owner Karla lives in the community and said “The Columbia City Kids Fair is perfect for our diverse community.  It’s who we are anyway."  Visit the website at www.andaluzseattle.com. Andaluz will be set up shop outside during the fair to help create an inviting “Street Fair” environment. Many merchantsfollowed her lead. Kids found special surprises at Andaluz that Saturday.
 
Geraldine’s Counter: 4872 Rainier Ave South - Patrons found information on school readiness, parenting and child health care along with the best in Americana comfort food. Visit www.geraldinescounter.com
 
Retroactive Kids: 4859 Rainier Ave. South - You’ll find a fantastic combination of new and vintage toys and clothing. But that’s not all, along with great kid gadgets there’s also a children’s hair salon and art lab. Retroactive kids will be offered kids free “Goodie Bags” all day on Saturday the 21st. Visit www.retroactivekids.com 
* Bob's Quality Meats - 4862 Rainier Ave South - will be handed out suckers and provided parenting and early learning information all day!
 
* BAOL International Ethnic Gifts: 4906 B Rainier Ave. South - Owner Mamadou’s selection of masks, fabrics, baskets, clothing, drums, music and more is frequented by celebrities, tourists, and locals seeking gifts of all kinds along with authentic African imports of the highest quality.
  A Major Thanks to: 
 
Seattle Metropolitan Credit Union: A sponsor of the Kids Fair that also helps Columbia City neighbors achieve their financial goals to realize their dreams.  Visit their website at www.smcu.com
 
 
Special thanks as well to:
 
The Washington State Department of Early Learning
El Sombrero Family Mexican Restaurant
Talaris Research Institute
Bookworm Exchange
La Medusa
De Afric Restaurant
Within Reach
New Freeway Hall
The Atlantic Street Center
Columbia City Art Gallery
The Foundation for Early Learning
The Columbia City Branch of the Seattle Public Library
 
 
Thanks to everyone who participated Saturday July 21st, 2007 at the Columbia City Kids Fair!
 
 
Thank you for your interest in furthering open dialogue and education through music
 
 
Rodney Raccoon & Friends in the Columbia City Theater

10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Space is limited for this event.  We suggest advance tickets or early arrival. 

Birthday parties and group rates available: events@musicaentertainment.com
 
 suggested donation: 
12 & under- $5.00
Adult - $10.00
 
advance tickets available 
 
proceeds benefit 
La Escuelita Bilingual School
 
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