• Take in one of the most stunning views available of downtown and Elliott Bay at Dr. Jose Rizal Park on the northwest tip of Beacon Hill, 1008 12th Ave. S. Picnic tables,

• Mount Baker Rowing & Sailing Center,

3800 Lake Washington Blvd. S. offers programs in rowing, sailing, kayaking and windsurfing for ages 8 and up, regardless of ability to

• Columbia City Beatwalk features music by local musicians in neighborhood businesses on first Fridays through September, 7-10 p. m. $7 covers all venues. Kids are free. • Columbia City Gallery, 4864 Rainier Ave. S. a co-op gallery with consistently high-quality work — definitely worth a drive across town. www.columbiacitygallery.com

• Visit the Museum of Flight, 9404 East Marginal Way S., one of the largest air and space museums in the world. www.museumofflight.org