Family calendar

Daily

After-school Club – caters to middle and high school students with developmental disabilities. Open 2:30-6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday at The Arc of Spokane Community Center, 116 W. Indiana; 789-2247, ext. 123.

Before- and After-school Programs – at the Northeast Youth Center, 4001 N. Cook. Transportation to and from some elementary schools is available, and state pay is accepted. Includes a USDA-approved snack; 482-0708.

Boys and Girls Club of Spokane County – After-school programs for ages 6-18, 544 E. Providence; 489-0741.

Camp Fire USA – For children age 3 through 12th grade; for more information, call Camp Fire USA Service Center, 747-6191.

Girl Scout Program Center – for girls ages 5-17, offering arts and crafts room, computer lab and life skills center, 1404 N. Ash St. Center also has a large kitchen, gymnasium, fitness room and rock climbing wall. Open weekdays 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Cost: $5 30-day plus $10 registration fee; scholarships are available; 747-8091 or visit www.gsewni.org.

Jump Rope Academy – Instruction includes single rope and double Dutch, 2727 N. Madelia St., Suite 5; ages 2-adult. Monday-Saturday. Free introduction class. Birthday and group workshops; $8 per person. Combination parent and child classes; motor skill and brain-development exercises. Wednesday, Friday and Saturday classes available; 869-3018.

Libby Teen Center – Open for basketball, volleyball and table games Tuesday through Saturday from 4:30-9 p.m. Free. Also scheduling outdoor activities, field trips and aerobics classes at the center, 2900 E. First Ave. For more information or to volunteer, call 536-8152.

Library Activities – look for events for all ages at area libraries; call your nearest branch or visit www.scld.org for a schedule.

Multicultural Folk Dancing: Silver Spurs Youth Folk Dancers – Children in grades three through 12 can learn clogging, German, Ukrainian, Romanian and Irish folk dancing, swing and more at Silver Spurs International Folk Dance Youth Group, 1426 E. 19th Ave. Some scholarships are available. For information, call Susan at 533-9966.

Riverfront Park Carrousel - The Looff Carrousel is open daily from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Created in 1909 by Charles Looff, Spokane’s famous Carrousel is a National Historical Landmark and listed on the National Historical Registry. The Carrousel includes 54 carved horses, one giraffe, one tiger and two Chinese dragon chairs. Runs through Monday. Riverfront Park. $2/adults, $1/seniors/children age 12 and under. 625-6600.

Route of the Hiawatha - The “crown jewel” of rail-to-trail mountain bicycle trails is operated by Lookout Pass Ski Area. Wind through 10 tunnels and seven high trestles. This 15-mile route crosses the Bitterroot Mountains between Idaho and Montana, best known for the long St. Paul Pass or “Taft” Tunnel which is 1.66 miles in length. It’s all downhill with shuttle buses available to take you and your bike back to the top. Open daily through Oct. 7. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Adjacent to I-90 at the Idaho/Montana state line, exit 0, 12 miles east of Wallace, Idaho. Day pass: $9/adults, $5/ages 3-13. Shuttle: $9/adults, $6/children. (208) 744-1301.

Silverwood Theme Park - Admission to the park includes all rides, attractions, and shows. Saturdays-Sundays, Sept. 29-Oct. 7, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 27843 North Highway 395, 15 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene, Athol. $35.99/general, $19.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older, free/ages 2 and younger. Two-day passes: $55.99/adults, $31.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older. Tax not included in admission fee. $4/parking. (208) 683-3400.

X-Brain Yo-Yo – Learn amazing tricks at yo-yo classes at Colors on the Wind, 118 E. Wellesley Ave. Classes are Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon. Registration and classes are free. For more information, call Becky at 484-5483.

Today

CANS Film Festival - NorthTown Mall - Includes all shows, except “no pass” attractions are eligible. This event supports Second Harvest Inland Northwest. Area Regal Cinemas, Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area. Donate three cans of non-perishable food for free admission and small popcorn. 252-6260.

Cut Paper Collage Workshop - Create your own cut paper collage. Appropriate for school aged children. 4 p.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free. 444-5331; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5331.

Preschool Storytime (Shadle) - For ages 3-5. Runs through Friday. 10:30 a.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.

Race to Cub Scouting Event and Fall Roundup Rally - Meet racecar driver Danny Nelson and race in his simulator car, race a friend around the Cub Scout race track, run through the Turbo Rush 360 inflatable obstacle course, try out the Pinewood Derby, special race to Cub Scouting crafts, free hot dog, chips and drink for everyone. 4-7 p.m., Spokane Arena parking lot, Boone Avenue at Washington Street. Free. 242-8249.

Rockin’ B Ranch Cowboy Supper Show - Thursdays-Saturdays, 5:45-9 p.m., through Saturday. Fun-filled family atmosphere with fiddlers, a cowboy shoot-out, a kids posse, and after dinner, boot-tappin’ Western music by the Riders of the Rockin’ B on the main stage. Reservations required. Runs through Saturday. 3912 Spokane Bridge Road, Liberty Lake. 891-9016.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney. Free. 893-8280; 10 a.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. 893-8340; 10 a.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.

Friday

The Amazing Corn Maze - More than 12.5 acres of family fun with three different mazes and a haunted path. Enjoy music, games, prizes and more. 4-11 p.m. No pets, no purses or backpacks in maze, strollers and wheel chairs enter at own risk. Maze open through Oct. 29. Beck Road just off Highway 53, Hauser, Idaho. $8/adults, $5/ages 5-12 and seniors age 60 and older, free/age 4 and younger, group rates available for 30 or more and school groups. Haunted maze begins Oct. 19. (509) 242-CORN (2676).

Authors Linda Johns and Kristi Young - Johns is a Seattle librarian originally from Cheney who will tell about her three-book series featuring Hannah West, a girl detective who, with her mother, house-sits in various neighborhoods in Seattle. Local realtor Young will present “The Secret Club,” which is the first book of the Powderpuff Club in which Sara, Tasha and their friends enjoy horses, school dances and more. 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Liberty Cafe, 402 W. Main Ave. 838-0206.

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale - The region’s largest children and maternity consignment sales event. Everything from clothing to play equipment to videos to toys. 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Runs through Sunday. Spokane County Fair and Expo, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $3 admission. 255-5237.

MOMS Club of Spokane - North - Meet other moms who share your interests and concerns while providing the opportunity for your child to meet other children. Visit http://www.momsclubofnorthspokane.org. 10-11 a.m., Spokane Friends Church, 1612 W. Dalke Ave. 499-8158.

Preschool Storytime (Downtown) - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5356; East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. 444-5375; Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. 444-5395; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. 444-5385.

Rockin’ B Ranch Cowboy Supper Show - Thursdays-Saturdays, 5:45-9 p.m., through Sept. 29. Fun-filled family atmosphere with fiddlers, a cowboy shoot-out, a kids posse, and after dinner, boot-tappin’ Western music by the Riders of the Rockin’ B on the main stage. Reservations required. Runs through Saturday. 3912 Spokane Bridge Road, Liberty Lake. 891-9016.

Standing Up, Speaking Out: Writers and Musicians Take a Stand for Peace - Held in honor of International Peace Day and International Culture of Peace Month. Local poets and musicians will share their peace-related works. Sponsored by the youth of the Spokane UU Roots & Shoots group, a local chapter of the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots and Shoots organization. 7 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church of Spokane, 4340 W. Fort George Wright Drive. 323-8708.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5356; East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. 444-5375; Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. 444-5380; Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. 444-5395; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.

Y to Y Family Walk - 12.8 miles on the Centennial Trail with eight legs, from 1 to 2.5 miles with water stops and rest stops. Shuttle available from downtown finish to the Valley YMCA. Walk begins at 8 a.m. with a celebration at Valley YMCA from noon-3 p.m. Start at either the Valley YMCA or Downtown YMCA. Free. 777-9622, ext. 126.

Saturday

The Amazing Corn Maze – More than 12.5 acres of family fun with three different mazes and a haunted path. Enjoy music, games, prizes and more. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. No pets, no purses or backpacks in maze, strollers and wheel chairs enter at own risk. Maze open through Monday, Oct. 29. Beck Road just off Highway 53, Hauser, ID. $8/adults, $5/ages 5-12 and seniors age 60 and older, free/age 4 and younger, group rates available for 30 or more and school groups. Haunted maze begins Oct. 19. 242-CORN (2676).

Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser - Washington state law enforcement officers will trade in their handcuffs for aprons to raise tips for the annual event benefiting Special Olympics Washington athletes. The tips earned by officers are tax deductible and all of the proceeds will benefit the athletes, providing year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Noon-8 p.m., Red Robin locations at Spokane Valley Mall, Downtown Spokane and Newport Highway. (206) 362-4949, ext. 218.

Alpaca Day - Two local farms will celebrate National Alpaca Farm Day with presentations, drawings, and refreshments. Items made from Alpaca fiber will be available for purchase. Runs through Sunday. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Foothills Suri Alpacas, 17005 E. Macmahan Road, and SuperSuris Alpacas, 16219 N. Day Mt. Spokane Road. 928-0299 or 981-6004.

Apple Festival at Green Bluff - Large variety of apples, fresh pressed cider and pumpkins. Live music, food, craft booths, antiques, farm mazes and animals. Saturdays-Sundays, through Oct. 28. Green Bluff, 15 minutes north of Spokane.

Fingerprinting and DNA Identification Kit - Providing parents with the vital tools recommended by the FBI and the Department of Justice, endorsed by John Walsh. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., George Gee Buick, Pontiac, GMC, Hummer, 21502 E. George Gee Ave., Liberty Lake. Free. 927-1000.

Hispanic Heritage Festival - In recognition of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the festival will include a presentation of flags from 11 Hispanic countries, a children’s area with bouncy inflatable toys and pinatas, as well as food and information booths. Performances by Mariachi band Estrella del Norte, dancers Los Bailadores del Sol and Simply Dance Studio and Latin music by Los Vigiles and Milonga. Presented by the Spokane Hispanic Business Professionals Association and the Washington State Parks Commission’s Folk and Traditional Arts in the Parks program. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Riverside State Park in the former equestrian area off Government Way. Free. 459-5268.

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale - The region’s largest children and maternity consignment sales event. Everything from clothing to play equipment to videos to toys. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $3 admission. 255-5237.

Pop-up Creations - For ages 5-18. Color and create your own pop-up using designs created by Matthew Reinhardt, Robert Sabuda and David Carter. We will color and cut to create miniature pop-ups that you can take home. 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Rockin’ B Ranch Cowboy Supper Show - 5:45-9 p.m. Fun-filled family atmosphere with fiddlers, a cowboy shoot-out, a kids posse, and after dinner, boot-tappin’ Western music by the Riders of the Rockin’ B on the main stage. Reservations required. 3912 Spokane Bridge Road, Liberty Lake. 891-9016.

Rockin’ Saturday with Dee Schwendiman - Rock collecting, jewelry making and polishing. For ages 7 to adult. 10:30 a.m., On Sacred Grounds, 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. Free. 747-6294.

Storytime - We will read “Clifford the Big Red Dog” with special guest Clifford. Have your picture taken with him. 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. 922-4104.

Templin’s Cruise - Fall Foliage Cruises held Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. Red Lion Templin’s Hotel on the River, 414 E. First Ave., Post Falls. $15.75/adults, $14.75/seniors, $9.75/ages 4-12, free/age three and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.

Walk to D’Feet ALS - Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, commonly referred to as Lou Gehrig’s disease, is a progressive, fatal neuromuscular disease that attacks nerve cells and as a result the brain cannot control the voluntary muscles and the muscles atrophy. Registration at 9 a.m., 3-mile walk starts at 10 a.m. Mirabeau Meadows Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. Free. 1 (866) STOP ALS.

Sunday

The Amazing Corn Maze - More than 12.5 acres of family fun with three different mazes and a haunted path. Enjoy music, games, prizes and more. Noon-5 p.m. No pets, no purses or backpacks in maze, strollers and wheel chairs enter at own risk. Maze open through Monday, Oct. 29. Beck Road just off Highway 53, Hauser, ID. $8/adults, $5/ages 5-12 and seniors age 60 and older, free/age 4 and younger, group rates available for 30 or more and school groups. Haunted maze begins Oct. 19. 242-CORN (2676).

Alpaca Day - Two local farms will celebrate National Alpaca Farm Day with presentations, drawings, and refreshments. Items made from Alpaca fiber will be available for purchase. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Foothills Suri Alpacas, 17005 E. Macmahan Road, and SuperSuris Alpacas, 16219 N. Day Mount Spokane Road. 928-0299 or 981-6004.

Apple Festival at Green Bluff - Large variety of apples, fresh pressed cider and pumpkins. Live music, food, craft booths, antiques, farm mazes and animals. Saturdays-Sundays, through Oct. 28. Green Bluff, 15 minutes north of Spokane.

Girl Scout Program Center Open House - Come see all we have for girls age 5-17, including a gym with rock climbing wall, fitness equipment, computer lab, arts and crafts room and teaching kitchen. 3-5 p.m., 1404 N. Ash St. Free. 747-8091.

Just Between Friends Consignment Sale - The region’s largest children and maternity consignment sales event. Everything from clothing to play equipment to videos to toys. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. Admission is free today. 255-5237.

Templin’s Cruise - Fall Foliage Cruises held Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 14 at 2 p.m. Red Lion Templin’s Hotel on the River, 414 E. First Ave., Post Falls. $15.75/adults, $14.75/seniors, $9.75/ages 4-12, free/age three and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.

Youth Bike Race Series - Free community outreach event for children up to age 13. Booths will be set up in the parks at each event so kids can test their strength with Group Health physical therapists “Stretch It Here” program, visit the foundation’s Blood and Guts exhibits and receive a bike safety check at REI. Family games provided by the YMCA of the Inland Northwest and safe cycling tips will be offered by the Safe Kids Coalition. Mirabeau Park, near YMCA in Spokane Valley. Race Times are noon for age 5 and younger; 12:30 p.m. for 6-year-olds; 12:45 p.m. for 7-year-olds; 1 p.m. for 8-year-olds; 1:15 p.m. for 9-year-olds; 1:30 p.m. for ages 10-11; and 1:45 p.m. for ages 12-13. Free. 838-3577, ext. 159.

Monday

“Music Together” Classes (South Hill) - Parents and children will learn to sing in tune, keep a beat and more. Mondays. Appropriate for children 0-5 years of age. Runs through Dec. 3. 10 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., City Yoga, 505 E. 24th Ave. $170 per child for a 10-week session. 926-2386.

Baby Lapsit (North) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs and stories. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. 893-8350.

Corbin Art Center Classes - A variety of classes will be offered for children ages 3-18. Session begins the first week of October and runs for seven weeks. Dates, times and costs vary. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Pre-registration is required. Runs through Nov. 17. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. 625-6200.

Toddler Storytime (Valley) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. 893-8400.

Tuesday

Corbin Art Center Classes - A variety of classes will be offered for children ages 3-18. Session begins the first week of October and runs for seven weeks. Dates, times and costs vary. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Pre-registration is required. Runs through Nov. 17. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. 625-6200.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5356; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.

Puppet Show (Airway Heights) - “Mischief and the Princess,” presented by the Pipkin Family Puppet Theatre. 4 p.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., Airway Heights. Free. 893-8250.

Toddler Storytime (Downtown) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5356.

Wednesday

Corbin Art Center Classes - A variety of classes will be offered for children ages 3-18. Session begins the first week of October and runs for seven weeks. Dates, times, and costs vary. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Pre-registration is required. Runs through Nov. 17. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. 625-6200.

Open House for In Touch - Get information about infant massage and parenting classes being offered at The Women’s Health Center. Enjoy refreshments. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sacred Heart’s Women’s Health Center, The Peaceful Place Classroom, 101 W. Eighth Ave. Free. 747-7377.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5; 11 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. 893-8350; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. 893-8400.

Puppet Show (Medical Lake) - “Mischief and the Princess,” presented by the Pipkin Family Puppet Theatre. 4 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake. Free. 893-8330.

Storytime (Argonne) - For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road. Free. 893-8260.

Toddler Storytime (North) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. 893-8350.