Kids Calendar
Today
A T. Rex Named Sue - Tells the story of the largest, most complete, and best preserved T. Rex fossil yet discovered. The exhibition features a fully articulated, life-sized cast of The Field Museum’s star dinosaur. Visitors of all ages will marvel at Sue’s size and ferocity while learning about her scientific importance through engaging interactives. This exhibition was created by The Field Museum in Chicago, and made possible through the generosity of McDonald’s Corp. Exhibit hours are Tuesdays-Sundays 11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., closed Mondays. Runs through Sept. 2. Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. $7/adults, $5/ages 6-18 and seniors, free/age five and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.
Breanna Sings for Autism - Raising awareness and money for families living with autism in Spokane. The Ionic Burrito will donate $1 for every burrito, quesadilla or salad sold to the Northwest Autism Center in addition to proceeds from Breanna’s CD sales. Breanna was voted this year’s favorite entertainer on the Bloomsday course by runners. 6-8 p.m., 1415 N. Hamilton St.
Friday
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. (509) 444-5395.
Toddler storytime - For ages 18 months to 3 years. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. (509) 444-5395.
Saturday
Battle of Spokane Falls - A Civil War Reenactment - Visit the camps, see how they lived, watch their battles. Infantry, cavalry, artillery and medical units will be doing Living History presentations. Sponsored by Washington Civil War Association. Public Hours: Saturday-Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Battle times are: Saturday-Sunday, 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., Monday at noon. Show up early and watch the troops get ready for battle. Riverside State Park, Equestrian Area. $7/adults, free/age 15 and younger. Pre-purchase by May 15 and pay $5.50. (509) 995-8619.
Curious George Visits Mobius - Curious George will be available to give hugs and shake hands with some of his biggest fans. 2-4 p.m., Mobius Kids, lower level of River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. $5.75/general, $4.75/military and seniors, free/age 12 months and younger. (509) 624-KIDS.
Youth Book Group - Discussion of “Keys to the Kingdom: Lady Friday,” by Garth Nix. For ages 8-12. 2 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Second Floor Conference Room, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.