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Music
Celtic Music Spokane:
Presents Martin Hayes and Dennis Cahill, Traditional Irish Duo. Today, 7:30 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Tickets are $18 through the Bing box office or TicketWest. (509) 922-5931.
Frankhauser Benefit Concert:
For The Krista Foundation for Global Citizenship, which supports young adults in long term volunteer service in the areas of urban America, developing countries, and environmental stewardship. Featuring local musicians John Frankhauser, Kresha Faber, Katie Frankhauser, and Linda Siverts, and will present a variety of classical and sacred works in both serious and unexpected ways. Today, 7:30 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 318 S Cedar St. Free, donations accepted. (509) 448-0805.
Rocktoberfest 2008:
Doors open at 7 p.m., music by Kent Rockmore at 8 p.m.; followed by Fairmont Chase at 10 p.m. Proceeds will be donated to “A Time for Veterans” a non-profit organization dedicated to mental health treatment for veterans of all ages. Beer, wine and bratwurst dinner available for purchase. Age 21 and older only. Today. German American Society, 25 W. Third St. $10. (509) 270-0957.
UI Jazz Choir I, Jazz Band II and Jazz Band III:
Concert. Today, 7:30 p.m. University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music recital hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. $5/adults, $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-6231.
WSU Music Faculty Artist Series:
The program will feature Jazz Northwest. Today, 8 p.m. Washington State University, Kimbrough Concert Hall, Pullman. $10/general admission; $5/seniors and students. (509) 335-3970.
WSU Student Recital:
The program will feature Tiffany Stephens on percussions. Today, 3:10 p.m. Washington State University, Kimbrough Concert Hall, Pullman. Free. (509) 335-3970.
WSU Student Recital:
Katherine Brown, violin. Today, 3:10 p.m. Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Pullman. (208) 885-6231.
WSU Student Recital:
Elizabeth Wollstein, flute. Today, 4:10 p.m. Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Pullman. (208) 885-6231.
Kool & the Gang:
One of the world’s greatest rhythm and blues party bands. Saturday, 8:30 p.m. Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $55-$65, TW.
KPBX Kids’ Concert:
Female Folkies, with folk guitarist Jenny Edgren and members of bluegrass group Molly and Tenbrooks. Mobius will also host a craft project for kids of all ages. Saturday, 1-2 p.m. River Park Square, Atrium stage, 808 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 328-5729.
Kris Orlowski:
Rock/pop/Flamenco. Saturday, 9:30 p.m. Zola, 22 W. Main Ave. (509) 624-2416.
Oktoberfest:
Live music, German food and beer, arts and crafts, used Bavarian clothing sale, musical groups from Germany and the U.S. and a traditional Oktoberfest Procession. Saturday through Oct. 18. Leavenworth Festhalle, Leavenworth, Wash. (509) 548-5807.
Spokane Farmers’ Market:
Live blues music by Laddie Ray Melvin. Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Second Avenue at Division Street, behind First Covenant Church. Free admission. (509) 995-0182.
Spokane Symphony Classics – Colors of Russia:
Eckart Preu conducts Prokofiev’s “The Love for the Three Oranges,” Stravinsky’s “Violin Concerto,” and Rachmaninoff’s “Symphony No. 2.” Featuring violinist Stefan Jackiw. Performances Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $17-$39. (509) 624-1200.
Music From Mountain Kings Concert:
Multi-cultural concert featuring pianist George Conrad, violinist Arvid Lundin, vocalist Julie Powell and accordionist Sammy Thomas. Sponsored by the Sons of Norway 2010 Convention Committee. Tickets available at the lodge at 200 E. Railroad Ave. in Post Falls, or in Coeur d’Alene at Centre Beauty Supply, Great Harvest, Kindermusik, Lundin’s Violins, Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center in Post Falls and the Kellogg American Lutheran Church. Sunday, 4 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 521 E. Lakeside Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $15/in advance, $18/at the door. (208) 664-5860.
Summer Concerts at Arbor Crest:
Just Plain Darin, variety. No one under 21 allowed and no outside alcohol. Sunday, 5:30 p.m. Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruithill Road, Spokane Valley. $5. (509) 927-9463.
Strictly Strange Tour:
Featuring Tech N9ne, Skatterman, Snug Brim, Grave Plot, and Prozak. Rap music. Monday, 8 p.m. The Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $26/in advance, $30/day of show, TW.
Overkill:
Metal music. Tuesday, 8 p.m. The Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $17.50, TW.
WSU Jazz Concert:
Concert. Tuesday, 8 p.m. Washington State University, Kimbrough Concert Hall, Pullman. Free, both events. (509) 335-3970.
Adam Gregory:
Country music. Wednesday, 7-11 p.m. Big Al’s Country Club & Concert Hall, 6163 E. Seltice Way, Stateline, Idaho. $20. (208) 777-8312.
Spokane Farmers’ Market:
Live folk music by Jennie Edgren. Wednesday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Second Avenue at Division Street, behind First Covenant Church. Free admission. (509) 995-0182.
Community Holiday Choir:
Featuring the Coeur d’Alene Community Holiday Choir, conducted by North Idaho College’s choral director Max Mendez, as they prepare to perform Handel’s Messiah. Rehearsals every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Latter-day Saints Church, 2801 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 777-0545.
UI Concert Band:
Wind Ensemble with Vanessa Sielert, saxophone. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. University of Idaho, University Auditorium, Moscow. $5/adults, $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-6231.
WSU Graduate Recital:
The program will feature Chelsea Bloomberg on the piano. Thursday, 8 p.m. Washington State University, Kimbrough Concert Hall, Pullman. Free. (509) 335-3970.
Anberlin with Scary Kids Scaring Kids, Straylight Run, and There for Tomorrow:
Alternative rock. Oct. 10, 8 p.m. The Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $17/in advance, $20/show. (509) 244-3279.
WSU Student Recital:
The program will feature Tiffany Stephens on percussions. Oct. 10, 3:10 p.m. Washington State University, Kimbrough Concert Hall, Pullman. Free. (509) 335-3970.
Teen Aid Benefit:
Music by 6 Foot Swing. Oct. 10, 6:30-9:30 p.m. CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place. (509) 688-0300.
Literary/Poetry
Author James C. Glass:
Local science fiction author Jim Glass presents his latest book, “The Viper of Portello.” Eduardo Cabral, nicknamed “the Viper,” is on hiatus from his career as a military strategist/assassin and has fled to an artistic life on a peaceful planet. His involvement in a recent war is not completely over, and Eduardo finds himself drawn back into the fray. Today, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Friends of Deer Park Library Book Sale:
Proceeds will support various library programs, activities, and services. Today and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Deer Park Auto Freight, 2405 E. Crawford St., Deer Park. (509) 893-8300.
Teacher and Librarian Appreciation Day:
Stop by and pick up a bag full of goodies. There are book reviews, study guides, stickers, posters and more for you to take back to the library or classroom and share with your kids. Today, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Author Nisi Shawl:
Reads and discusses her first collection of fiction stories, “Filter House.” She will discuss questions about writers of color, the deep connections between the fantastic genres and the African-American experiences and other issues. Saturday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. BookPeople of Moscow, 521 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-7957.
Friends of the Spokane Valley Library Book Sale:
Proceeds will support various library programs, activities, and services. Saturday, 9 a.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400.
Author Monica Olsen:
Local author presents her book, Secrets No More: “Breaking Free From Abuse,” in which she describes how she survived sexual abuse by a priest in New Mexico as well as parental and spousal abuse. This is the author’s story of recovery. Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
OSG Writers Club:
Individual short stories. Tuesday, 1 p.m. On Sacred Grounds, 12212 E. Palouse Highway. (509) 747-6294.
Author Alex Kuo:
Book reading and signing of his book “White Jade and Other Stories.” Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. BookPeople of Moscow, 521 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-7957.
Author Jim McPherson:
By Whitworth University associate professor of Communication Studies and author of “The Conservative Resurgence and the Press: The Media’s Role in the Rise of the Right.” Thursday, 7 p.m. Borders Books & Music, 9980 N. Newport Highway. (509) 466-2231.
Author Pete Earley:
Reading of his book “Crazy: A Father’s Search Through America’s Mental Health Madness.” Crazy relates Earley’s experiences with his son’s manic episode and documents what happens when people with mental illness interact with the mental health and the criminal justice systems. Also a panel discussion. Thursday, 5:30 p.m. Rude Girls Room of the Sandpoint Library, Sandpoint. (208) 597-2047.
Author Robert J. Spitzer, S.J.:
Gonzaga University president presents his latest book, “Five Pillars of the Spiritual Life: a Practical Guide to Prayer for Active People.” The book presents five essential means through which the contemplative and active aspects of people’s lives can come together to strengthen their spiritual lives. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Author Sherry Jones:
Local journalist presents her first novel, “The Jewel of Medina.” This is a fictional recreation of historical events which surround the heroine, A’isha bint Abi Bakr, the daughter of a rich merchant from Mecca who is married to the prophet Muhammed at age nine. As she grows to love her kind husband, A’isha’s ingenuity and devotion make her an indispensable advisor to Muhammed and she ultimately becomes one of the most important women in Islam and a fierce protector of her husband’s words and legacy. Oct. 10, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Comedy
Comedy at the Knit:
With Gabriel Rutledge, winner of the 2004 Seattle International Comedy Competition. Music by DJ Yochanan after the show. Thursday, 8 p.m. Alter Knit Lounge, 916 W. First Ave. $6/general, $30/reserved table for two, $100/party booth for six. (509) 244-3279, ext. 3.
Comedian Bob Bailey:
Showtime’s “Funniest Man in Washington.” Today and Saturday, 8 p.m. Uncle D’s Comedy Underground, 2721 N. Market St. $10. (509) 483-7300.
Theater
“The Cradle Will Rock”:
Presented by the Whitworth University Theatre Department. A musical satire about union organization and societal corruption. Set in fictional Steeltown, USA, on the night of a labor union rally, the play critically examines corporate greed, media, and the arts, and draws from a variety of musical styles including vaudeville, blues, the music of Kurt Weill and American protest songs. Oct. 10-11 and 17-18, 8 p.m.; Oct. 12, 2 p.m. Cowles Auditorium, Whitworth University. $7/general, $5/students and senior citizens. (509) 777-3707.
“The Dining Room”:
Six performers portray a wide array of diverse characters as they delineate the decline of the now neglected room which was once the vital center of American family life. The actors change roles, personalities and ages with virtuoso skill as they portray a variety of characters, from little boys to stern grandfathers, and from giggling teenage girls to Irish housemaids. Today, 8 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 8 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. Spokane Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. Today and Saturday, $21/general, $19/seniors; Saturday and Sunday matinee, $15/regular, $12/seniors. (509) 455-PLAY.
“Dressed to Kill”:
Mystery dinner theater with audience participation. Come dressed in evening attire from any era. Fridays-Saturdays, Oct. 10-11 and 24-25, 6:30 p.m. The Cutter Theatre, 302 Park St., Metaline Falls, Wash. $30. (509) 446-4108.
“Laryngitis: A Professional Mime Show”:
Presented by Beyond the Glass Box. Performed by two theatre guys from Whitworth University, Beau Chevassus and Matt Park, who have been miming together for more than two years. Beyond the Glass Box is traditional in their approach to mime, from costumes to “mime ethics.” Sunday, 7 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 670-4089.
Night of the Living Wake:
Someone has died. Watch the improvisers celebrate the life of the dead person at this improvised wake. Fridays, Oct. 10-24 and Nov. 7, 8 p.m. All ages shows. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.
“No Clue”:
An improvised murder mystery of comedic proportions. Material not suitable for all ages. Saturday, 9 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.
“Oklahoma!”:
As Oklahoma prepares to unite as a state, two fickle farm girls prepare to unite with their beaus. Now, if they can just figure out which fellas to choose. Enjoy boot-stomping tunes like “The Surrey With the Fringe On Top” and “I Cain’t Say No.” Runs through Oct. 26. Thursdays, 7:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.; Sundays, 2 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, Main Stage, 1020 N. Howard St. $26/adults, $24/seniors, $16/students, $8/student rush tickets, TW.
“Oklahoma!” Benefit:
Because There is Hope “Faye’s House” is a non profit organization that provides temporary, charitable housing plus mental, physical, and spiritual support to women who have traveled to Spokane for cancer treatment. The organization presents a benefit performance, with silent auction and raffle. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, Main Stage, 1020 N. Howard St. $26. (509) 448-1858.
“One Flea Spare”:
The play takes place in the era of the Black Plague and stars four characters that are trapped inside a house and a guardsman. The play involves the transcendence of cultural, social, class and sexual boundaries. Tickets available by phone or at the door. Today and Saturday, 7:30 p.m.; Sunday, 2 p.m. University of Idaho, College of Education, Kiva Theatre (second floor), 921 Campus Drive, Moscow. (208) 885-7212.
“The Phantom of the Opera”:
Wednesday through Oct. 25. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s production traces the tragic love story of a beautiful opera singer and a young composer shamed by his physical appearance into a shadowy existence beneath the majestic Paris Opera House. Tuesdays-Thursdays at 7:30 p.m., with Thursday matinees on Oct. 9 and 23 at 1 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m., with Saturday matinees at 2 p.m.; Sundays at 1 and 6:30 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $25-$68, TW.
“The Rant:
One word, a million possibilities. This long form improv show sees the improvisers get a one word suggestion from the audience and then the audience watches that one word be explored with endless possibilities. All ages show, today, 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.
“Rip Van Winkle”:
A Theater Arts for Children production. Performances are on Fridays and Saturdays, 7 p.m., Sundays, 2 p.m., today through Oct. 19. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. $7/general, $5/ages 12 and younger, TW or at the door.
Stage One Plays:
Tenth annual production. Featuring four one-act plays written, directed and produced by students and presented in conjunction with the WSU theatre program. In “Few and Far Between,” by Lonnie Stuart, the death of a hit man is overshadowed by a comedic lover’s spat. “Something Borrowed, Something Blue,” by Aubry Whitfield, follows a wild story of family and friendship that takes place as the youngest relative prepares to walk down the aisle. In “Behind Closed Doors,” by Mike Coletta, boundaries are tested through the relationship of a young teacher and his student as unsettling accusations are made against a well-respected professor. The final play, “Commitments,” by Dana Bensel, exemplifies sisterhood as two women bond over a life-changing experience and reaffirm their love for each other. Today, Saturday and Oct. 9-11, 7:30 p.m. Washington State University, Daggy Hall, Wadleigh Theatre, Pullman. $10/adults, $7.50/seniors. (509) 335-7236.
“Teddy Roosevelt: One-Man Show”:
Chuck Chalberg is a professor of American history at Normandale Community College (Minn.) who delights audiences with his historical impersonations of American and British characters. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Whitworth University, Robinson Teaching Theatre in Weyerhaeuser Hall. Free. (509) 777-4263.