A Sunshine Filled Weekend for the PNW

The rain has (mostly) faded into the mist as the sun sets its sights in the Pacific Northwest. Here's a look at what's happening around the region.

-Gamers rejoice. This weekend at the Seattle Center, the Pokémon Regional Video Game Championship will draw in upwards of 500 Pokémon enthusiasts. The Nintendo game, created in 1998, is the company's second most-popular game. Winners of the tournament will move on to national and world championships in late 2010.

-Interested in experiencing the boating culture of the PNW but don't own a boat? No problem. The Center for Wooden Boats is hosting a free public sail on Sunday May 9th. The center's Cast Off! program allows visitors to get an insider's look at sailing in classic boats. To reserve a spot, stop by the center at 10 a.m. on the day of sail.