Things to do

Tuesday

Christian Youth Theater Auditions - The crew will be putting on a fully-staged musical fundraiser in just 24 hours time. Come and audition for the stage or behind the scenes. Auditions at 4 p.m. for the show on Wednesday at 7:30 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. The Kroc Center, Coeur d’Alene. $15/show, free for youth ages 8-18 who participate. (208) 819-9281.

Open Crafts - All ages. Make a special winter craft. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hayden Public Library, 8385 Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 772-5612, ext. 120.

Hollipalooza Variety Show - Talent show featuring music, dance, skits by performers age 21 and younger. Sponsored by Pend Oreille Players in Training Youth Group (POPIT). 7 p.m., Pend Oreille Players Association Community Theatre, 240 N. Union Ave., Newport, Wash. $5 at the door. (509) 671-3389.

Thursday

Storytime at Colfax Library - Baby Time for children up to 2 years at 10:10 a.m.; Toddler Time for ages 2-3 at 10:30 a.m.; and Preschool Time for ages 4-6 at 11 a.m., U.S. Bank Building, second floor, 101 N. Main St., Colfax. Free. (877) 733-3375.

Storytime at Whitman County Library - A variety of books and activities for children and their families, including poetry, finger plays and action activities, games, musical events, crafts, puppets, and creative dramatics. All activities promote cognitive development and reading readiness. Baby Time, ages 2 and younger: 10:10-10:30 a.m.; Toddler Time, ages 2-3: 10:30-11 a.m.; Preschool Time, ages 4-5: 11-11:30 a.m. Whitman County Library, 402 S. Whitman Ave., Rosalia, Wash. Free. (877) 733-3375.

First Night Spokane - Family event. 3 p.m.-midnight, downtown Spokane. $12/general, free/age 10 and younger. 1-800-325-SEAT.

Gonzaga University Men’s Basketball - Vs. Oklahoma. Ronald McDonald House Christmas Classic. 6 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $65. 1-800-325-SEAT.

Schweitzer’s Annual New Year’s Party in Taps Lounge - Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the celebration kicks off with a DJ at 7:30 p.m. followed by Sol Jibe at 9 p.m. Ninjazz will perform a free concert at 9 p.m. in the Chimney Rock Grill. A teen tubing party for ages 12-17 will include a campfire, s’mores, snacks, games and midnight group soda belch as well as Wii entertainment inside. The ’tween party is for ages 7-11 and will include games, Wii, snacks, crafts, contests, a midnight toast and more. Parent pick-up for the event is 12:30 a.m. Tickets can be purchased at the Schweitzer Activity Center and will include free appetizers, party favors, and a champagne toast for adults at midnight as well as a free shuttle service between the Park and Ride lot at the bottom of the mountain or the Red Barn parking lot and Schweitzer Village. A specially scheduled concert bus will be heading down the mountain at 1 a.m., Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 1000 Schweitzer Mountain Road, Sandpoint. (208) 255-3081.

Friday

Choose to Lose - Improvised game show where two contestants choose games for Blue Door players to compete in with the ultimate goal of losing in order to win prizes. All ages welcome. 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.

Ongoing

Before and After School Camps - For ages 5-12. Children will be provided with games, snacks and transportation to and from school. Schools include: Sheridan, Stevens, Lincoln Heights, Franklin, Grant, Adams Elementary Schools and St. Aloysius School. Held Monday-Friday, 6:30-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m. Registration is required. East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone St. $53 per week; state pay accepted. (509) 482-0708.

Campbell House - Visitors can tour the historic house on their own, listen to student pianists, watch old-fashioned cooking demonstrations in the kitchen and check out the special display of historic artifacts including period dresses, World War I mementos and antique calling card cases. Several guided tours will be available daily 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. Included in the regular museum admission, including guided tours. (509) 456-3931.

Children’s Activities and Classes - A variety of classes, camps and workshops will be offered for children ages 3 and older. Dates, times and costs vary. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Pre-registration is required. $15-$159. (509) 625-6200.

Christian Youth Theater-Spokane Classes - Winter Session - For ages 6-18. Classes will begin next Monday and will be offered Tuesday and Thursday from 5-7 p.m. in the Spokane Valley, 6205 E. Mansfield; Mondays from 5-7 p.m. in North Spokane, 13521 N. Mill Road. For more information, visit www.cytspokane.com. (509) 487-6540.

Free Community Winter Walking Groups - Hosted by Community Health Education and Resources. Open to all ages. Walking groups meet at the Downtown YMCA at 507 N. Howard Street in the gym. For easy access, use the East entrance of the building. For more information, call (509) 232-8138 or visit www.cherspokane.org. Dates and times include: Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m. and Wednesdays, noon-1 p.m. (509) 232-8138.

“ Journey to the North Pole” Cruises - The 40-minute cruise departs nightly through Friday at 5:30, 6:30 and 7:30 p.m. from the Boardwalk Marina with boarding 15 minutes prior to cruise. Includes a visit to the North Pole, greetings from Santa and Mrs. Claus and lighting of the “world’s tallest living Christmas tree.” Reservations required. Boardwalk Marina on Lake Coeur d’Alene near Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $15.75/adults, $14.75/seniors ages 55 and older, free/children ages 12 and younger. (208) 765-4000, ext. 21.

Kinder Camp - Hosted by the Northeast Youth Center. For ages 5-6. Children will receive transportation to and from school. Immunization records required. Schools serviced include: Sheridan, Stevens, Lincoln Heights, Franklin, Grant, Adams Elementary Schools and St. Aloysius School. Held Monday-Friday, 12-6 p.m. Registration is required. East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone. $76 per week; $50 registration fee with scholarships available. (509) 482-0708.

Riverfront Park Ice Palace - Open through Feb. 28. Mondays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Tuesdays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m.; Fridays-Saturdays and nights before a holiday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.; Sundays, noon-4 p.m. Riverfront Park Pavillion. $4.25/adults and teens, $3.25/children, seniors and military w/ID; $3/skate rental (not included with admission). (509) 456-4386.

Sing from the Heart for Teens - For ages 12-16. Learn music creativity, confidence and self-expression on stage. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Held every Tuesday from 3:45-4:45 p.m. Runs Jan. 12-Feb. 16. Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand Blvd. $115. (509) 625-6200.

Spring Soccer registration - Outdoor soccer league held in April and May with games on Saturdays. South Hill locations. $40. (509) 747-5017.