7 things to do this weekend: November 11-13

Model Train Show: Event is the Great Train Show, Nov. 12-13, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.: From the trainshow.com site: "Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of miniature railroading at the train show! The train show is designed for children of all ages; for modelers, collectors and enthusiasts; for families in search of good old-fashioned fun; and for the simply curious." The event is at the Western Washington Fairgrounds, located at 110 9th Avenue, Puyallup. Follow this link for details.

28^th Annual Best of the Northwest Art & Fine Craft Show Fall 2016 at Hangar 30 at Magnuson Park Nov. 11-13. More than 100 artists and artisans are expected to be there. The event is presented by the Northwest Art Alliance. For directions and details, follow this link.

Film Festival: SIFF's Cinema Italian Style, starting Friday, Nov. 10-17. If you love Italian films, some big names in Italian cinema will be featured. The site describes it as a mini-festival that will show 15 films. Follow this link for details.

Norm Macdonald at the Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom, 7:30 p.m., Thursday Nov. 17^th. Veteran stand-up comedian Norm Macdonald brings the laughs to the Snoqualmie Casino Ballroom. Follow this link for details. (Sponsored)

Ski and Snowboard Swap at Newport High School, Nov. 11-12. Friday 1-9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. The event is described as the largest on the Eastside and expected to feature thousands of square feet of snow sports gear. The event is free. 4333Factoria Blvd. SE, Bellevue, WA. Follow this link for details.

LEGO Mania at Seattle Library: Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch, Sunday, Nov. 13, 1 p.m.-3 p.m. This event is free for all ages. Library site: "Join us to play with Lego bricks! Create something super-fantastic from your own imagination." 1134 33^rd Ave., Seattle, WA 98122. Follow this link for details.

HIGH SCHOOL DRAMA CAPTURES 20^TH CENTURY LIFE IN KENT, Friday – Saturday, Nov.11-12. 7pm – 8:30pm. Kent-Meridian High School site: "Catch a play with the family this weekend! Through a collection of 18 overlapping funny, heartwarming, sad and sometimes contentious scenes, the play paints a portrait of life in the 20^th century American dining room."  Cost $8. Kent-Meridian High School Performing Arts Center, 10020 SE 256 St, Kent, WA 98030. Follow this link for details.

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