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After growing up among steel mills near Dusseldorf, Germany, Juergen Mross felt very much at home when he moved to Pittsburgh in the 1970s. But he wasn’t as comfortable in the 1950s red-brick Colonial he and his wife, Renate, bought in Edgeworth in 1986. It was large enough for the couple and their four sons, but it had a small entrance and lacked character.

With the help of Gretchen Barlett of Barlett Design, the couple added a foyer and portico with six massive columns in front. Then, in 2006 and 2007, they had landscape architect Ed Werley of Werley Associates and landscape contractor Eichenlaub transform the grounds around the house. Now Mr. Mross feels at home.

Although the house separates the front and back areas, the garden is unified by repetition and contrast, both of naturally mounding plants like azalea, spirea and itea and of curving formal hedges of sheared hornbeams and boxwood. The rows of tall hornbeams, in particular, give the front landscape a formal, European feel. Recently, Hilbish McGee Lighting Design added low-voltage lighting that highlights the hornbeams, facade and other features at night.

In the front and back, large uplights catch the huge old maples and pine trees that form the backdrop for the new landscaping and, in one sense, inspired it. After large limbs nearly struck the house during a storm, Mr. Mross decided it was time for a big change, starting with the elevations. Mr. Werley, who works with his son, John, said the front yard was raised 3 feet and a series of sandstone walls installed around a central curving staircase of carved limestone slabs.

Brick pavers were added near the street to create a dropoff area and are repeated in the walkways and a landing. There, a sculpture of upright logs cast in bronze by artist Peter Calaboyias is the center of a fountain. Originally on the side of the house, it was moved “for greater visual impact,” Mr. Werley said. At night, the hornbeams also pack a visual punch, each with its own uplight.

“There’s a lot going on there, but it’s not bright. It’s subtle,” said Halbane Hilbish, principal owner of Hilbish McGee and a member of the International Association of Lighting Designers.

In the back, Mr. Hilbish subtly lit Japanese maples, weeping Camperdown elms and low sandstone walls topped by loose hedges of yew and blue holly and rows of spirea and cranberry bush viburnum. Three weeping cherries and other specimen trees were salvaged from an earlier redesign and reused.

Other older elements play parts in the new design. A new arched gate leads to “the treehouse,” where the four Mross boys held countless sleepovers. They’re now ages 30, 27, 25 and 18. The new curving stone walls bracket a new cedar garden house built by Vixen Hill, and new sheared boxwood hedges line the new conservatory. More ‘Winter Gem’ boxwood and a bay window frame a Japanese Stewartia that has been limbed up slightly to enhance the view of the garden. Around its base are Yak rhododendrons, fothergilla and ‘Goldflame’ spirea.

“The spirea has flowers and nice fall color — a yellowish red,” said Ryan Johnson, project administrator for Eichenlaub.

He said the hardest part of this project was access — a road had to be cut from front to back — and finding space to stockpile plants and materials. When it was finished, it won an Award for Landscape Excellence from the Pennsylvania Landscape and Nursery Association.

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Yesterday workmen dug up a bone, which is yet to be identified, near the centre of the new roundabout.
A specialist team from Te Papa was flown to Invercargill yesterday to see if it could identify the bone.
Dr Taitea Rabbit last night said he was unsure of the origins of the bone but believed it was from an animal.
%26quot;Ultimately we need to treat this find as of huge historical importance.
%26quot;This could be a discovery of an animal that was never previously known to live here.%26quot; It was expected that DNA tests would be carried out on the bone to determine what species the animal belonged to.
However, the unearthing could mean further hikes for Invercargill ratepayers.
If the site is deemed to be of historical significance it could mean the road is permanently closed, requiring either another road to be built or all traffic to use Curran and Bay roads.
The specialist team will return to the site today and further excavation will take place.
It was expected the dig would be finished by noon today.

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After an impressive showing at the Western Regionals at Holiday Valley in western New York March 1 and 2, the freestyle ski members of the Western Pennsylvania Race Team were invited to compete in the Eastern finals this weekend at Bristol Mountain near Rochester, N.Y.

Alicia English, 13, of Upper St. Clair, won the overall girls’ mogul championship. David Wagner, 16, of Monroeville, won the overall boys’ mogul title. Logan McKee, 16, of Mount Lebanon won the slopestyle competition, an event that involves two jumps and a rail slide.

Gunnar Huffman, 14, of Moon, was fourth in the moguls competition; Ben Schenk, 16, of Scottdale was sixth and McKee was seventh.

“Our program has made tremendous strides in the three short years of its existence,” said Chris Huffman, freestyle coach and father of Gunnar. “I think this shows Western Pennsylvania not only produces great football players, but also good skiers.

“Our success would not have been possible without the tremendous cooperation we get from Dick Barron [director of ski and snowboard operations at Seven Springs],” he added. “He has given us the ability to build world-class mogul runs for our training.”

Chris Huffman said the members of the freestyle team compete primarily in mogul events sanctioned by the United States Ski Association. The team is a member of the Western Division of Eastern Freestyle and competes against freestyle skiers from Pennsylvania, New Jersey and New York.

“We’ll be skiing against the best mogul skiers on the East Coast next weekend,” he said. He expects strong competition from the freestyle teams from the side-by-side ski areas of Hollimont and Holiday Valley. He said 2002 Olympic silver medal moguls winner Travis Mayer got his start at Holiday Valley.

For more information on the freestyle team, go to www.wprcskiteam.org or call 1-800-452-2223. For more information on Eastern Freestyle, go to www.easternfreestyle.org.

Spring discounts

Hidden Valley and Seven Springs are offering significant discounts on lift tickets, lessons and packages on weekdays and weekends through the end of the season.

Let’s start with Hidden Valley.

Lift tickets for adults, juniors and seniors will be only $15 from Monday through Thursday for any session — day, twilight or night. The weekday rates for adults, juniors and seniors for the day session had been $39, $25 and $25, respectively.

The rate for the day session on weekends for adults, juniors and seniors now are $30, $20 and $20, respectively. They had been $45, $35 and $35.

But there won’t be as much terrain open Monday through Thursday. The North Summit slopes and trails will be closed on those days for the remainder of the season. The resort plans to close its on-snow operations at 9 p.m. on Easter Sunday, March 23, and then get ready for a number of spring, summer and fall activities, including golf, tennis and mountain biking.

Hidden Valley also is selling season passes for next year. Current passholders will save 10 percent. New passholders also will receive a pass to ski or snowboard free for the rest of this season.

For more information, go to www.myhiddenvalleyresort.com or call 814-443-8000.

Seven Springs has a slew of money-saving offers. Coupons are available at www.7springs.com. Here are some examples:

Season Pass Mondays — Present a valid season pass from any ski resort, including Seven Springs, and get a free lift ticket for yourself or a friend. The owner of the pass must be present and show it at the season pass office.

Clear Channel Radio Carload Days: 3WS-FM Day on Monday — $94 for up to five people in a car. The coupon must be presented at the front gate.

Love a Stray Wednesdays — Bring at least a 5-pound bag of cat or dog food and receive a half-price day or twilight lift ticket. The food will be donated to the Somerset County Humane Society and Animal Angels of Mount Pleasant.

Save with the Penguins — Present the ticket stub from a 2007-2008 Penguins game and receive a half-price lift ticket for the day, twilight or night session — or $5 off a two-hour snowtubing session — on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.

Seven Springs also is offering 50 percent discounts on the Tiny Tot and Junior ski programs and the Level One Beginner Package.

For more information, go to www.7springs.com or call 1-800-452-2223.

Larry Walsh can be reached at lwalsh@post-gazette.com or call 412-263-1488.

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An electric tea kettle is an important kitchen appliance, one that can be used for a variety of different purposes. The process of finding an electric tea kettle can often be rather difficult however, as there are literally hundreds of different options to choose from.

The Selection

The UtiliTEA Variable Temperature Tea Kettle is one great option here, and it is one which is designed for heating water for tea, although it can also be used for a variety of other purposes. There is actually even the option of adjusting the kettle to turn the heat off before it reaches the boiling point, in case the person would like their tea water a little cooler.

The Braun AquaExpress Electric Kettle is another of the most popular electric tea kettle models. One of the best features of this kettle is its nice big handle, which is great for pouring because it keeps the holder from spilling while pouring drinks. Then there is also the Delonghi Cordless Electric Kettle, which is really all about style. It has a futuristic look which makes it great to keep on the countertop and out for display rather than kept hidden in a cupboard.

Making the Decision

When it comes to actually making the decision on which particular electric tea kettle to choose, there are a few things in particular that should be considered. Budget for one is very important and although it is only an electric tea kettle that is being purchased here, some are still quite expensive and so it is important to make sure that the kettle chosen is affordable.

Another issue to be taken into consideration here is the look of the kettle. It is important to choose a kettle that is going to work well with the existing d%26eacute;cor in the home, especially if it is going to be left out on the cupboard for display rather than tucked away somewhere.

Even though it may seem like a simple process, shopping for a tea kettle can definitely be intimidating, since there are so many wonderful options available these days. These kettles all come with a variety of features and there are many different styles and sizes to choose from as well. Finding the right tea kettle is going to be a very important process and one that should be taken very seriously, and taking time to browse through the different options should be the first step.

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ANIMAL EVENTS

Seattle Humane Society Valentine’s Day

THU Add love to your life by adopting a pet, with prize drawings and $25 off adoption gift certificates and $25 off fee for adult cat and dog adoption, noon-7 p.m. today, Humane Society for Seattle/King County, 13212 S.E. Eastgate Way, Bellevue (425-641-0080 or www.seattlehumane.org).

Skagit River Interpretive Center

FRI-MON Last weekend for presentations and information on the eagles wintering in the Skagit River Watershed, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, Rockport; also, trained volunteers provide information, binoculars and spotting scopes to visitors, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Howard Miller Steelhead Park, State Route 20, Rockport; Milepost 100, State Route 20, Rockport; and Marblemount Hatchery, Hatchery Road off Rockport-Cascade Road, Marblemount (360-853-7283 or www.skagiteagle.org).

Pair of Cats Adoption Day

SAT Pairs-only adoption event by Purrfect Pals, adoption fees reduced $150 per pair, all cats are spayed or neutered, viral tested and current on vaccinations, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, Ash Way Pet Supply, 16108 Ash Way, Suite 104, Lynnwood (425-293-5467, www.facade.com).

Point Defiance Zoo %26amp; Aquarium Play Day

SAT Learn about the octopus and how zoo staff provide enrichment for their resident octopus, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Point Defiance Zoo %26amp; Aquarium, 5400 N. Pearl St., Tacoma; $4-$11 (253-591-5337 or www.pdza.org).

Octopus Week

SAT-FEB. 23 Hands-on kids’ activities, daily octopus feeding and talks, Saturday-Feb. 23, divers swimming with octopus, Sunday, Monday, Feb. 23; monitored live octopus release, Saturday; giant Pacific octopus census, all area divers asked to search for and report all octopus sightings in Puget Sound, Saturday-Monday, The Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle (206-386-4300).

BENEFITS

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ANIMAL EVENTS

Skagit River Interpretive Center

FRI, SAT, SUN Presentations and information on the eagles in the Skagit River Watershed, one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in the lower 48 states, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 18, Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, Rockport (360-853-7283 or www.skagiteagle.org).

Fabulous Felines

SAT Showcase of cats rescued and rehabilitated by Seattle Animal Shelter foster parents and available for adoption, noon-3 p.m. Saturday, Bitter Lake Annex, 13040 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle; $82-$87 adoption fee includes health exam, spay/neuter, microchip (206-386-7387).

Jeff Corwin

SAT Show with Animal Planet host and several of his reptiles at fundraiser for Kids Discovery Museum, noon and 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Bainbridge High School, Bainbridge; $22-$27 (206-855-4650 or www.kidimu.org).

Cat Show

SAT, SUN Evergreen Cat Fanciers all breed championship and household pet cat judging and exhibition, vendors, cats for adoption from rescue organizations, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Seattle Center Pavilion, Seattle; $6, $4/ages 6-12 and ages 65 and older (or www.evergreencatfanciers.org/catshow).

King County Animal Care %26amp; Control

SAT, SUN Valentine’s Adoptathon featuring cats, kittens, dogs and puppies in need of a loving home, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday, Reber Ranch, 28606 132nd Ave. S.E., Kent; free (253-630-3330).

Eagle Watcherson the Upper Skagit

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ANIMAL EVENTS

Skagit River Interpretive Center

FRI, SAT, SUN Presentations and information on the eagles in the Skagit River Watershed, one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in the lower 48 states, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 18, Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, Rockport (360-853-7283 or www.skagiteagle.org).

Eagle Watcherson the Upper Skagit

SAT, SUN The Skagit River Watershed attracts one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in the lower 48 states; trained volunteers provide information, binoculars and spotting scopes to visitors, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Howard Miller Steelhead Park, State Route 20, Rockport; Milepost 100, State Route 20, Rockport; and Marblemount Hatchery, Hatchery Road off Rockport-Cascade Road, Marblemount and (www.skagiteagle.org).

Woodland Park Zoo

ONGOING New phone numbers for zoo information; ongoing events include elephant talk, 2 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and holidays; Humboldt penguin feeding, 11 a.m. Fridays; feeding live fish to piranha, 11:15 p.m. Fridays; raptor-training center, 2:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays; Willawong Station bird-feeding experience, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. weekends and school holidays, seedsticks $1/each; historic carousel; 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, Woodland Park Zoo, 5500 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle; $10.50/ages 13-64, $8/50/ages 65 and older, $7/ages 3-12 (206-548-2500; TTY, 206-548-2599; www.zoo.org).

BENEFITS

Walking Hand in Hand, SWMHM Dinner/Auction

SAT Dinner, entertainment, auction, raffle, appetizers and no-host bar, net proceeds benefit South-West Mental Health Ministry, a program of the Church Council of Greater Seattle for support and advocacy for the mentally ill and their families, 5:30-9:30 p.m. Saturday, Renton Technical College, 3000 N.E. Fourth St., Renton; $35 (253-631-5165).

BIKING

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Animal EVENTS

Wolverines

FRI Lecture and photos on Washington’s wolverines by Keith Aubry, U.S. Forest Service; for middle-school-age children to adults, 7-8:30 p.m. Friday, Northwest Stream Center, 600 128th St. S.E., Everett; $5-$7, reservations required (425-316-8592 or www.streamkeeper.org).

Skagit River Interpretive Center

FRI, SAT, SUN Presentations and information on the eagles in the Skagit River Watershed, one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in the lower 48 states, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 18, Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, Rockport (360-853-7283 or www.skagiteagle.org).

Eagle Watchers

on the Upper Skagit

SAT, SUN The Skagit River Watershed attracts one of the largest wintering populations of bald eagles in the lower 48 states; trained volunteers provide information, binoculars and spotting scopes to visitors, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Howard Miller Steelhead Park, State Route 20, Rockport; Milepost 100, State Route 20, Rockport; and Marblemount Hatchery, Hatchery Road off Rockport-Cascade Road, Marblemount and (www.skagiteagle.org).

BENEFITS

Benjamin Franklin climbs 5,000 Stairs

THU Historical presenter G. Robin Smith as Ben Franklin climbs 5,000 + stairs to raise awareness and funds for the Leukemia %26amp; Lymphoma Society (LLS), the public is invited to join Smith’s Big Climb team, donate and cheer him on, 2-4 p.m. today, University of Washington, Seattle (www.goBENgo.info).

“A Moment In Time”

SAT Buffet dinner, live and DJ jazz, blues and R%26amp;B, for ages 21 and older only; proceeds support programs of Yesler Community Center and Garfield Teen Life Center, 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Saturday, Yesler Terrace Community Center, 917 Yesler Way, Seattle; $25, by reservation (206-386-1245).

Leif Erikson Lodge Crab Feed

PLAN AHEAD Crab feed dinner, silent auction and dance to music by Miles from Chicago; proceeds benefit scholarship fund for Sons of Norway camps and other youth programs, 6 p.m. Jan. 26, Leif Erikson Lodge, 2245 N.W. 57th St., Seattle; $20/through Jan. 22, then $30/adults, $12/students and children age 13 and younger, $10/dance only (206-783-1274).

Gifts from the Earth

PLAN AHEAD Multicourse dinner prepared by 15 celebrity chefs paired with 30 Washington wineries to recognize South Seattle Community College’s Culinary Arts, Wine Studies and four-year Hospitality programs; proceeds benefit the South Seattle Community College Foundation, 5-9:30 p.m. Jan. 26, South Seattle Community College, 6000 16th Ave. S.W., Seattle; $175 (206-764-5809).

A Celebration of Washington Wines

PLAN AHEAD A black-tie gala featuring premium wines, dinner, silent and live auctions featuring wines, travel packages, weekend getaways, proceeds benefit Washington State University’s program in Viticulture and Enology, 6 p.m. Jan. 26, Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 N.E. 145th St., Woodinville; $225 (509-335-6479).

BIKING

Highline Bicycle Club

SAT Social-pace ride by the river, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Bicentennial Park, 6000 Christensen Rd., Tukwila; call first (206-243-8677).

Stinky Weather Poker Run

SAT 16-mile poker mountain-bike loop around the Sammamish, Powerline, Upper Bear Creek and Tolt Pipeline Trails, participants collect playing cards along the way with prizes for the best hands, all proceeds/profits benefit the Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center, 9 a.m. Saturday, Redhook Ale Brewery, 14300 N.E. 145th St., Woodinville; $30 (425-985-9402 or www.stinkyspoke.org).

DANCE

Century Ballroom

THU-SUN Salsa dance, for 21 and older, lesson 9 p.m., dance 9:30 p.m. today and lesson 9 p.m., dance 9:30 p.m. Saturday; all ages swing dance, lesson 9 p.m., dance 9:30 p.m. Sunday; outdancing Gay Night for ages 21 and older, lesson 8:30 p.m., dance 9 p.m. Friday, Century Ballroom, 915 E. Pine St., Seattle; $5-$10 (206-324-7263).

Emerald City Contra Dance

FRI All dances taught, no partner necessary, no perfume, cologne or other scented products, beginners’ workshop, 7 p.m., dance to live music and caller, 7:30-10 p.m. Friday, Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle; $4-$7 (206-440-9839).

Skandia Folkdance Society

FRI, SAT, SUN Dance, 8 p.m. Friday; music and dance workshops, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, concert, 7 p.m. Saturday, dance, 8 p.m. Saturday; workshops, potluck, jam session, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday, Swedish Cultural Center, 1920 Dexter Ave. N., Seattle; $7-$15 (206-784-7470 or www.skandia-folkdance.org).

Northwest Dance Network

SAT Swing variations dance lesson, 7:30-8:30 p.m., dance with The Max Band, 8:30 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Leif Erikson Lodge, 2245 N.W. 57th St., Seattle; $10/workshop, $13/dance, $17/workshop and dance, $10/dance and workshop for ages 23 and younger with student ID (206-783-1274).

Burns Night Celebration

SAT Join in the worldwide celebration of the birthday of Scottish poet Robert Burns with poetry reading, haggis and other traditional Scottish food and Scottish folk dancing to live music for all ages, 7 p.m. Saturday, Mercer Island Congregational Church, 4545 Island Crest Way, Mercer Island; $6-$12 at the door (206-232-7800 or www.rscds-seattle.org).

Swing and Everything

SAT Swing dance lesson, 7 p.m., dance to a variety of ballroom, Latin and swing music, singles and couples welcome, 8-11 p.m. Saturday, North Bellevue Community %26amp; Senior Center, 4063 148th Ave. N.E., Bellevue; $15 (425-889-8000).

Rockin’ at the Barn

SAT West Coast Swing dance lesson, 7:30 p.m., dance to rock, country and swing music for singles and couples age 18 and older, 8 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Rockin’ Horse Dance Barn, 11820 150th Ave. S.E., Renton; $12 (425-255-9211).

Sno-King International Folk Dance Club

SAT Folk-dancing lesson, 7:30 p.m., international folk dancing, 8:30-10:45 p.m. Saturday, Cedar Valley Grange, 20626 52nd Ave. W., Lynnwood; $2-$5 (425-385-2088). EXPOS/Festivals

Washington Sportsmen’s Show

PLAN AHEAD Fishing, hunting, boats, campers, outdoor survival, camp cooking and other outdoor-oriented features, exhibits, seminars, vendors and kids’ activities, noon-8 p.m. Jan. 23-25, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 26, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 27, Puyallup Fair and Events Center, 110 Ninth Ave. S.W., Puyallup; $10/adults, $5/ages 6-16, parking free (253-841-5045 or www.otshows.com).

Seattle Boat Show

PLAN AHEAD Display of more than 1,000 watercraft with seminars, accessories and the latest boating innovations, noon-8 p.m. Jan. 24-25, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Jan. 27, noon-8 p.m. Jan. 28-Feb. 1, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Jan. 2, Qwest Field Event Center, 800 Occidental Ave. S., Seattle; and display of 200 boats on the water at Lake Union, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 24-25, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 27, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 28-Feb. 1, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Feb. 2, South Lake Union, 901 Fairview Ave. N., Seattle; $10/adults, $5/ages 11-17, free/ages 10 and younger; $18/3-day flex pass; free shuttle bus service continuously between the two venues (206-634-0911 or www.seattleboatshow.com).

Skagit River Bald Eagle Festival

PLAN AHEAD Vendors, presentations, bus and walking tours to see bald eagles that winter along the upper Skagit River, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Jan. 26, and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Jan. 27, Howard Miller Steelhead Park, State Route 20, Rockport; most events free, bus tours $13-$17, reservations available online (360-853-7293 or www.skagiteagle.org).

GARDENING

Master Gardener Clinic

SAT Master Gardeners answer gardening questions, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Center for Urban Horticulture, 3501 N.E. 41st Ave. N.E., Seattle; free (www.king.wsu.edu/gardening /PlantClinics.html).

King County Master Gardener Foundation Talk

SAT Year-round color with flowering shrubs, 10:30 a.m., Master Gardener Demonstration, 15500 S.E. 16th St. Bellevue; free (425-485-5942).

Fruit Planting

SAT, SUN Learn correct ways to prune trees and other fruiting plants for best results, 11 a.m. Saturday and noon Sunday, Emery’s Garden, 2829 164th St. S.W., Lynnwood; free (425-743-4555 or www.emerysgarden.com).

HIKING

Auburn Senior Activity Center hikes and walks

FRI Rain or shine hikes, bring lunch and water, hiking boots and walking stick recommended; Puget Creek/Ruston Way 5 miles, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Friday; Squak Mountain 6.7 miles with 1,900-foot elevation gain, Jan. 25, Auburn Senior Center, 809 Ninth St. S.E., Auburn; $7/per hike, preregistration required, space limited (253-931-3016).

Issaquah Alps Trails Club

SAT, SUN Tiger Mountain-Tradition Plateau 4 miles, 10 a.m. Saturday; Twin Falls 4-5 miles with 900-foot elevation gain, 9 a.m. Sunday; hiking shoes, daypack, food and water required, Issaquah Alps Trail Club clubhouse, First and Bush Streets, Issaquah. (issaquahalps.org).

HOBBIES

Pacific Northwest Shell Club

SUN Join members to study mollusks and the hobby of shell-collecting, meetings include programs, shells for sale, door prizes, 2 p.m. Sunday, Our Savior Lutheran Church, 12509 27th Ave. N.E., Seattle (206-362-1634).

MUSEUM EVENTS

EMP/SFM Celebrates Jazz

THU-SUN Roosevelt Jazz Band and Garfield Jazz Ensemble concert, 7 p.m. today, $7-$10; Esperanza Spalding and Micheal Shrieve’s Spellbinder concert, 7 p.m. Friday, $12-$15; JazzReach interactive educational performance group for all ages, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, included with museum admission; “Jazz on Film: Treasures from the Archive,” 3 p.m. Saturday; Afro-Caribbean jazz with Jerry Gonzalez and the Fort Apache Band, 7 p.m. Saturday, $12-$15; Joa Santiago Afro-Cuban Jazz Ensemble, noon and 2 p.m. Sunday; oral history live, 3 p.m. Sunday, $5; Seattle Jazz Awards featuring Jovino Santos Neto Quinteto, 7 p.m. Sunday, $7-$10, Experience Music Project, 325 Fifth Ave. N., Seattle; museum admission $15/adults, $12/seniors, youth, military and students with ID (206-770-2702).

“Courage Untold”

THU-SUN Last weekend for exhibit telling the story of Japanese-American soldiers who were in the U.S. Army Military Intelligence Service during World War II, noon-4 p.m. today, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, White River Valley Museum, 918 H St. S.E., Auburn; $1-$2 (253-288-7433).

Tea Ceremony Demonstration

SAT Japanese tea-ceremony demonstration in the museum’s skyspace, followed by tea service in the museum cafe, 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday, Henry Art Gallery, 4100 15th Ave. N.E., Seattle; suggested donation $10 or $5/students, seniors and museum members; reservations required, space limited (206-616-9894).

Paranormal Research team Best Cases

SAT See evidence of ghosts from local ghost-hunting group, 7 p.m. Saturday, Museum of the Mysteries, 623 Broadway E., Seattle; $5 (206-328-6499).

Kent Historical Society

SAT Information historical society activities, tour of new museum exhibits, 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Kent Historical Museum, 855 E. Smith St., Kent (253-854-4330 or www.kenthistoricalmuseum.org).

Native Experience in Film Festival

SAT Movies and panel discussions with actors, producers and directors, by Skagit County Historical Museum, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, Swinomish Youth Center, 17275 Reservation Road, La Conner; $15/at the door, includes lunch (360-466-3365).

Model Railroad Show

SAT, SUN Model-train layouts in many scales on display throughout the Science Center, kid-size ride-on train, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Pacific Science Center, 200 Second Ave. N, Seattle; $8-$11 (206-443-2001).

Lincoln: The Constitution and the Civil War

SAT, SUN Opening Saturday, exhibit from the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia detailing the secession, slavery and civil-liberties constitutional crises faced by President Abraham Lincoln, and companion exhibit “Blue vs. Gray: The Civil War in the Pacific Northwest” depicting the multitude of influences the Civil War had on life in the Northwest, both through April 20, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, until 8 p.m. first Thursdays, Museum of History %26amp; Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E., Seattle; $7/adults, $5/ages 5-17 and ages 62 and older, free the fwirst Thursday of each month (206-324-1126).

Museum of Flight

SAT, SUN “American Fighter Aces Panel: Night Fighter Aces” presentation and autograph session, 2-3:30 p.m. Saturday; Tip-to-Tail tour of Focke Wulf FW-190 D-13 “Yellow 10,” 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Sunday; NASA Future Forum exhibition on space exploration featuring a Mars meteorite, Jan. 24-27, museum open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily, Museum of Flight, 9404 E. Marginal Way S., Seattle; $14/adults, $13/ages 65 and older, $7.50/ages 5-17 (206-764-5720).

Seattle Art Museum

THU-MON The museum, usually closed on Mondays, is open special holiday hours for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday; regular museum hours 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Thursdays and Fridays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays-Sundays, Seattle Art Museum, 100 University St., Seattle; $13/adults, $10/ages 62 and older, $7/ages 13-19 and students with ID, ages 12 and younger free (206-654-3100 or www.seattleartmuseum.org).

PADDLE SPORTS

Dragon boating

SAT, SUN Introduction to the sport followed by hourlong outing on the lake, all equipment provided, no experience necessary, for ages 18 and older or ages 12 and older with parent, 8 a.m. Saturdays, 3 p.m. Sundays, South Lake Union Park, 950 Westlake Ave. N., Seattle (206-523-4518 or www.tacomadragonboat.org).

PARK EVENTS

Winter woodland walk

SAT Learn about plant and animal life in winter, 2:30-4:30 p.m. Saturday, Camp Long, 5200 35th Ave. S.W., Seattle; $6-$8, preregister at least a day in advance (206-684-7434).

Starlight beach walk

SAT Environmental Science Center family friendly beach walk, bundle up against the weather with boots or waterproof shoes, warm hat and gloves, bring a flashlight, 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Seahurst Park, Southwest 136th Street and 13th Avenue Southwest, Burien; free (206-988-3712).

Family beach bonanza

SAT See nocturnal sea creatures during low tide on walk over slippery seaweed; for ages 6 and older, flashlights recommended, 7-9 p.m. Saturday, Golden Gardens Park, 8498 Seaview Place N.W., Seattle and Mee Kwa Mooks beach, Southwest Jacobsen Road and Southwest Beach Drive, Seattle; $6-$8, preregister (206-684-7434).

Kids ‘n’ Critters Naturefest

SAT, SUN Crafts, games and other indoor and outdoor activities to help kids learn about animals, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Northwest Trek Wildlife Park, 11610 Trek Dr. E., Eatonville; one adult paying full price can bring up to four children ages 3-12 for free (360-832-6117 or www.nwtrek.org).

PERFORMANCES

Much Ado About Nothing

FRI, SAT A student version of Shakespeare’s romantic comedy, 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Northshore Performing Arts Center, 18125 92nd Ave. N.E., Bothell; $8 (425-408-7977).

Seattle Folklore Society

SAT Guitarist/songwriter Pat Donohue, 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Phinney Neighborhood Center, 6532 Phinney Ave. N., Seattle; $14-$18 (206-528-8523 or www.seafolklore.org).

Hitchcock Film Classics

SAT Classic Alfred Hitchcock film “Shadow of a Doubt,”discussion with film historian, refreshments; 1 p.m. Saturday, Mercer Island Library, 4400 88th Ave. S.E., Mercer Island; free (206-236-3537).

RUNNING

Eastside Runners

SAT Run or walk 5K or 10K routes on Kirkland streets, 8:30 a.m. Saturday, Marina Park, 25 Lake Shore Plaza, Kirkland (www.eastsiderunners.com).

SALES

Brides Against Breast Cancer

FRI, SAT Nationwide tour of gowns sales for brides-to-be, new and used name brand and designer gowns, most $89 to $799 with designer and couture gowns valued up to $20,000 are also available at discounted prices, portion of the proceeds benefit Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Bellevue Hilton, 300 112th Ave. S.E., Bellevue; free (503-307-5600).

West Seattle Winter Farmers Market

SUN Fresh produce, fish and seafood, dried fruits and vegetables, meat, cheese, pasta, baked goods, ciders, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Sundays, Southwest Alaska Street and California Avenue Southwest, Seattle (206-547-2278 or www.seattlefarmersmarkets.org).

SNOW SPORTS

Best places to snowshoe

THU Dan Nelson, author of “Snowshoe Routes Washington” guidebook, recommends places to snowshoe for all skill levels, 7 p.m. today, REI, 222 Yale Ave. N., Seattle (206-223-1944).

Snowshoe walks, Snoqualmie Pass

SAT, SUN Forest Service walks weekends through March 30, moderately paced 90-minute interpretive walk to learn about snowshoeing and winter ecology, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays; extended half-day outing to Commonwealth Basin that requires a higher level of fitness and winter preparedness, 9:15 a.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting; snowshoes provided on all walks; no children under age 10; Kids on the Snow introduction to winter exploration and some snow play time for kids and families, 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 17, March 23, Snoqualmie Pass; requested donation $10/90-minute walk, $20/extended outings; reservations required, space limited (425-434-6111).

Mount Rainier Winter Recreation

SAT, SUN Ranger-led two-hour snowshoe walks, minimum age 8, 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through April, free, donations accepted, snowshoe rental $1/pair or bring your own; reservations available for groups only, 12-25 people, 360-569-2211, ext. 3314; sledding and sliding is permitted only in the designated snow play area at Paradise, only soft sliding devices, flexible sleds, inner tubes and saucers are allowed, no toboggans or runner sleds; cross-country skiing available when there is adequate snow cover to protected vegetation, check with the Jackson or Longmire Visitor Centers for the latest information on conditions; snowmobiles permitted in designated areas only, information available at Longmire; Jackson Visitor Center exhibits, park information, gift shop and food service, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. weekends and holidays only; Longmire visitor information, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, weather and road conditions permitting, Mount Rainier National Park, Tahoma Woods, Star Route, Ashford; $15/per vehicle park entry fee (360-569-2211, ext. 1, or www.nps.gov/mora).

Hurricane Ridge

SAT, SUN Guided 90-minute snowshoe walks, 2 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays and Monday holidays through April 1, $5/per person, space limited, sign-up available at visitor center 30 minutes before walks; Sunrise Family Snowplay Area and Small Children’s Snowplay area for ages 8 and younger open for sliding and tubing, conditions permitting; cross-country and snowshoe trails available; downhill ski tows, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, conditions permitting; Hurricane Ridge Road may be closed due to weather conditions or when the summit parking lot is full, bus from Port Angeles available Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 25, $8; road and visitor center open 9 a.m.-dusk, weather permitting Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Hurricane Ridge Visitors Center, off Highway 101, 18 miles outside Port Angeles, Port Angeles; $15/per vehicle entrance fee (360-565-3131 or www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/hurricane-ridge-in-winter.htm).

Mount Pilchuck Snow Play Area

ONGOING Mount Pilchuck Road closed to all motorized vehicles at Heather Lake Trailhead for the winter season, providing scenic terrain for cross-country skiing, snowshoeing and snow play, Mount Pilchuck Road, 13 miles east of Granite Falls (www.fs.fed.us/r6/mbs).

The Summit at Snoqualmie

ONGOING Summit West and Summit Central and tubing area open, weather permitting, (206-236-1600 or www.summitatsnoqualmie.com).

Crystal Mountain

ONGOING Open for skiing, weather permitting, call for updates (888-754-6199 or www.skicrystal.com).

Mount Baker Ski Area

ONGOING Open for skiing, weather permitting, snowshoe hikes available Saturdays, Mount Baker Highway, Glacier (360-671-0211 or www.mtbaker.us).

Sno-Parks open for winter

ONGOING Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission Sno-Parks open for cross-country skiers and snowmobilers, permits required, available online and at more than 125 retail dealers statewide; permits allow parking in more than 120 parking lots that access winter recreation; nonmotorized Sno-Park permits, $10/one day, $30/seasonal, $30/special groomed trails; snowmobiles allowed in more than 80 designated Sno-Parks, $30/sled plus dealer fees (360-586-6644 or www.parks.wa.gov/winter.)

SPECIAL INTEREST

Green living

FRI Information on green living by Carkeek Park and Seattle Public Utilities, with hands-on activities for all ages, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Friday; Green Bean Coffeehouse, 210 N.W. 85th St., Seattle (206-706-4587).

“One Tree Hill” casting call

SAT TV show cast member Bethany Joy Galeotti scheduled to be on hand signing autographs, part of nationwide contest for a walk-on role on “One Tree Hill,” 2-4 p.m. Saturday, Macy’s, 1601 Third Ave., Seattle (206-506-6000 or www.cwtv.com/macys).

King’s Kaper Winter Carnival

SAT Games and activities for all ages, 4-8 p.m. Saturday, King’s Schools, 19303 Fremont Ave. N., Seattle (206-546-0394).

Northwest Bridal Showcase

SAT, SUN Wedding-related vendors, fashion show and sale of wedding gowns, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday, Comcast Arena at the Everett Events Center, 2000 Hewitt Avenue, Everett; $12 at the door (866-332-8499).

Lecture: Elizabeth MacDonald Burrows

SUN Mystic Elizabeth MacDonald Burrows relates her search for the reality of God and the mystical adventure which ensued, 4-5:30 p.m. Sunday, Theosophical Library, 717 Broadway Ave. E., Seattle; free (206-323-4281).

SPORTS

Seattle Mariners FanFest

PLAN AHEAD Meet past and present players and coaches, autograph sessions, interactive baseball activities, tours of the clubhouse, bullpen and field, kids’ activities, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 26-27, Safeco Field, 1250 First Ave., Seattle; $10/adult, $5/ages 6-14, parking in Safeco Field garage $5 (206-346-4000).

TOURS

Seattle Architecture Foundation

SAT Contemporary Skyscrapers: What’s Up and Coming, 10 a.m. Saturday; Art Deco: The Roaring ’20s, Northwest Style, Jan. 26, Seattle Architecture Foundation, 1333 Fifth Ave, Seattle; $10/advance, $12/day of tour if space available (206-667-9184 or www.seattlearchitecture.org).

TRAVEL EVENTS

Solo Traveler

SAT Informal gathering of travelers to share travel experiences, for anyone who’s traveled solo or plans to, 9 a.m. Saturday, Wide World Books %26amp; Maps, 4411 Wallingford Ave. N., Seattle; free (206-634-3453).

Rick Steves’ Travel Festival

SAT Programs on travel, including Ireland, 9-10:30 a.m., packing light and right, noon-1:30 p.m., Great Britain, 1-2:15 p.m., Europe 101: history and art for the traveler, 2-4 p.m., Germany, Austria and Switzerland, 4:30-6 p.m., Travel as a Political Act with Rick Steves, 7:30-9 p.m. Saturday; special store hours, 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Saturday, Europe Through the Back Door, 130 Fourth Ave. N., Edmonds, events at nearby venues; free, space limited, preregistration required (425-771-8303).

Travel seminars

SAT Travel information on the Andes, Amazon and Galapagos, 10 a.m. Saturday; planning your Italian vacation, 1 p.m. Saturday; Savvy Traveler, 112 Fifth Ave. S., Edmonds; free (425-744-6076).

Seattle Travel Show

PLAN AHEAD Information from 150 exhibitors, including travel agencies, tour operators, airlines, cruise lines and resorts with seminars, travelogues, entertainment and giveaways, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Jan. 26, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Jan. 27, Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, Seattle; $7, ages 11 and younger $6 (206-441-8828 or www.seattletravelshow.com).

VOLUNTEER

Lake Wilderness Arboretum

THU Join volunteers who manage Lake Wilderness Arboretum, help maintain and expand the arboretum’s collections, learn new gardening skills, 9 a.m.-noon every Wednesday and Thursday and first Saturday of every month, Lake Wilderness Arboretum, 22520 S.E. 248th St., Maple Valley (425-413-2572).

Aquarium Volunteer Program

SUN Learn about volunteer opportunities at the aquarium, for ages 18 and older, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sunday, The Seattle Aquarium, 1483 Alaskan Way, Seattle; bring application form available online (206-386-4342 or www.seattleaquarium.org).

WORKSHOPS

Cope with loss through scrapbooking

THU Compassionate Friend bereavement organization hosts workshop to celebrate the life of a deceased loved one by creating a tribute scrapbook, 6-8 p.m. today, Bleitz Funeral Home, 316 Florentia St., Seattle; free, reservations required, space limited (206-282-5220).

Women Embracing Change

FRI Naturopath Jean Lawler on “7 Habits To a Healthier You” at Women Embracing Change meeting for women facing midlife issues and challenges, includes continental breakfast, 7:30-9:30 a.m. Friday, Bellevue Harbor Club, 777 108th Ave. N.E., Suite 2500, Bellevue; $25, reservation required (425-466-8202 or www.womenembracingchangeseminars.com).

Doing your own history

SAT A six-session Nearby History introduction to historical methods and resources, 1-2:30 p.m. Saturdays through Feb. 23, Museum of History %26amp; Industry, 2700 24th Ave. E., Seattle; $75-$90 (800-838-3006).

Eliminate Chaos

SAT A 10-step organizing process to eliminate chaos in your home, 9-10 a.m. Saturday, Ikea, 600 S.W. 43rd St., Renton; free (425-656-2980 or www.ikea-usa.com/Seattle).

Paper Bead Flower Pins

SAT Easily create beads from vintage wallpaper, sheet music and old maps, 10 a.m.-noon Saturday, The Salvage Studio, 650 Edmonds Way, Edmonds; $32, preregistration required (425-330-5425 or www.thesalvagestudio.com).

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Winter is truffle season in Oregon, and the Third Annual Oregon Truffle Festival is scheduled for Jan. 25-27 in the Willamette Valley in and around Eugene, Ore. Events will include workshops, dinners, a truffle-growers’ forum and a truffle market. For more information, see www.oregontrufflefestival.com or call 503-296-5929.

Washington

Exit the King (live theater), through Feb. 16, Vancouver. 360-695-3770 or www.artsequityinc.com

Winterfest: Fire and Ice, Friday-Saturday, Chelan. 866-789-5071 or www.cometothelake.com

WinterHop BrewFest, Saturday, Ellensburg. 509-925-2002 or www.ellensburg-chamber.com

Windless Kite Festival, Saturday-Sunday, Long Beach. 360-642-4020 or www.funbeach.com

Bavarian Ice Fest , Saturday-Sunday, Leavenworth. 509-548-5807 or www.leavenworth.org

Trout Lake Cabin Fever Festival , Jan. 26, Lyle. 509-395-2318 or www.klickitatcounty.org/Tourism/calendar

Upper Skagit Bald Eagle Festival , Jan. 26-27, Concrete. 360-853-7626 or www.skagiteagle.org

Spokane National Boat Show , Feb. 1-10, Spokane. 509-991-1002 or www.spokaneboatshow.com

Ocean Shores Antique %26amp; Collectible Show , Feb. 9-10, Ocean Shores. 360-289-4411 or www.oceanshoresact.com

Northwest Bach Festival , Feb. 16-24, Spokane. 800-325-7328 or www.nwbachfest.com

Lantern Tours , through Feb. 23, Vancouver. 360-816-6230 or www.nps.gov/fova

Washington State Capitol Tours, daily, Olympia. 360-586-8687 or www.ga.wa.gov/visitor/index.html

Oregon

Rogue Valley Blues Festival , Friday-Sunday, Ashland. 541-535-3562 or www.stclairevents.com

Arthur’s World Portland Children’s Museum , through Monday, Portland. 503-223-6500 or www.portlandcm.org

Good Earth Home Show , Jan. 25-27, Eugene. 541-484-9247 or www.eugenehomeshow.com

Oregon Seafood %26amp; Wine Festival , Feb. 1-2, Portland. 360-210-5275 or www.eventsnw.net

Chocolate Fest , Feb. 2-3, Portland. 503-228-1367 or www.worldforestrycenter.org

Lincoln City Antique Week , Feb. 8-18, Lincoln City. 800-452-2151 or www.oregoncoast.org

Portland Jazz Festival , Feb. 15-24, Portland. 503-228-5299 or www.pdxjazz.com

Fisher Poets Gathering , Feb. 22-24, Astoria. 503-325-6311 or www.clatsopcollege.com/fisherpoets

Idaho

Idaho Business %26amp; Technology Expo , Wednesday-Thursday, Boise. 208-323-4464 or www.idahobusinessleague.com

Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour , Jan. 31-Feb. 5, Coeur d’Alene/Sun Valley/Boise. 208-263-4282/ 208-426-1494 or www.idahotickets.com

McCall Winter Carnival , Jan. 25-Feb. 3, McCall. 208-634-7631 or www.mccallwintercarnival.com

Lionel Hampton International Jazz Festival , Feb. 20-23, Moscow. 208-885-6765 or www.jazz.uidaho.edu

British Columbia

PuSh International Performing Arts Festival , through Feb. 3, Vancouver. 604-605-8284 or www.pushfestival.ca

TELUS Winter Classic (Skiing) , Jan. 25-26, Whistler. 604-938-7321 or ww1.whistlerblackcomb.com/wbfoundation/events/winter.html

Coldsnap 2008 Music Festival , Jan. 26-Feb. 2, Prince George. www.coldsnapfestival.com

Victoria Film Festival , Feb. 1-10, Victoria. 250-389-0444 or www.victoriafilmfestival.com

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The eagles have landed and are happily spending the winter in the Skagit River Watershed. Find out why by visiting the Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center. Christie Fairchild, coordinator for the center, says there’s “a wonderful variety of programs for all ages.” At 11 a.m. every Saturday and Sunday the center has presentations with speakers from parks and environmental organizations, and at 1:30 p.m. offers guided walking tours along the river to view eagles and find out why they come to this watershed more than others.

The center is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and has photo exhibits, a children’s activity room, gift shop and book store.

Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, Rockport (360-853-7283 or www.skagiteagle.org).

Rachel Dooley, Seattle Times staff

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