EVENTS

Today

After School Specials (North) - “Forces of Attraction.” Look at what draws things together and forces them apart. A different science project will be offered every month. 4 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Tuesday

Stinky Sneaker Basketball Game - GSL school spirit game with Central Valley High School vs. University High School. Girls play at 5 p.m.; boys play at 7:15 p.m., Spokane Arena, 320 W. Mallon Ave. (509) 228-5100.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Library locations and times include: 10 a.m., Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave.; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5356; 10:30 a.m., Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

North Spokane Anime Club - For teens in grades 6 or above. Watch anime episodes, eat snacks and more. 3:30 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

After School Specials (Valley) - “Forces of Attraction.” Look at what draws things together and forces them apart. A different science project will be offered every month. 4 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Wednesday

Storytime - For ages 2-5. Library locations include: Medical Lake, 321 E. Herb St. (509) 893-8330; Argonne, 4322 N. Argonne Road. (509) 893-8260; Cheney, 610 First St. (509) 893-8280. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Barnes & Noble Storytime - Story will be “Rainbow Fish.” Also make a craft and enjoy a treat. 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104.

After School Specials (Medical Lake) - “Forces of Attraction.” Look at what draws things together and forces them apart. A different science project will be offered every month. 4 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake. Free. (509) 893-8330.

“The Secret to Getting Ahead is Getting Started” - Shadle Park High School counselors will host a workshop on post-high school options for parents and students in grades 9-11. The workshop options include: public four-year college; private four-year college; community colleges of Spokane, financial aid; pre-apprenticeships; NCAA athletic eligibility; and military. Booths will also be available for parents and students to gain more information on a variety of post-high school options. Reservations are requested to Stacey Donahue at staceyd@

spokaneschools.org. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Shadle Park High School, 4327 North Ash St. Free. (509) 354-6709.

Thursday

Storytime at Whitman County Library - A variety of books and activities are catered to children and their families. 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.

Project Health Used Book, Record and Movie Sale - Today and Friday. The Panhandle Public Health Foundation will hold its annual fundraiser 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit programs for public health in the five northern counties of Idaho. Panhandle Health District office, 8500 N. Atlas Road, Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 415-5103.

After School Specials - “Forces of Attraction.” Look at what draws things together and forces them apart. A different science project will be offered every month. Library locations include: Cheney, 610 First St. (509) 893-8280; Otis Orchards, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave. (509) 893-8390. 4 p.m. Free.

Friday

Seventh Annual Inland Northwest Motorcycle Show - Today, 4-9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $10/adults, $5/ages 6-12, free/age 5 and younger. (509) 466-4256.

2010 Spokane International Auto Show - Sponsored by the Spokane New Car Dealers Association. 24 auto manufacturers representing Spokane’s new car dealers will be exhibiting the latest automotive technology. Today, 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; and Sunday-Feb. 15, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Broadway at Havana Street, Spokane Valley. $7/general, $6/seniors, free/age 12 and younger; admission good for all weekend. (509) 995-1100.

EnviroKids Day - All ages. Make recycled-paper valentines and enjoy earth-friendly activities and crafts. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. Free with museum admission; $1 off for EnviroKids Club members. (509) 624-KIDS.

Food distribution - Second Harvest will distribute free food and fresh produce from its mobile food bank truck to anyone who needs it. No appointment or documentation is required and the distribution does not count as a food bank visit. Those seeking food are asked to bring their own box. Noon-2 p.m., Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road. (509) 924-2350.

Saturday

KPBX Recordings and Videos Sale - Thousands of gently used, bargain basement-priced albums, CDs, videos, DVDs, and equipment, R&V-goers will also be treated to live music from 1-3 p.m. both days. Benefits Spokane Public Radio station KPBX 91.1. Today, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Masonic Center, 1108 W. Riverside Ave. Free admission. (509) 327-5729.

Car Seat Check-ups - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring your vehicle, child seat and seat owner’s manual. Sponsored by Moscow Police Department and Success by 6. Moscow Police Department, 118 E. Fourth St., Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 883-7054.

Book sale - Hosted by the Friends of Liberty Lake Library to raise funds for the facility. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Liberty Lake Library, 23123 E. Mission. (509) 232-2510.

Art on the Edge Kids Carnival - Art marking and performances. Nonprofit program of St. Vincent de Paul of North Idaho. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 1416 First St., Coeur d’Alene. $5 for all access pass. (208) 676-0917.

Free Family Fun - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Have a family portrait taken for free in the store and stay for a color workshop and kids crafts. Color workshop will teach the basics of coordinating colors in your home, help you understand how color impacts your family’s psyche and show you how color can enrich your life. Two workshops: 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., Quality Floors and Interiors, 706 E. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 747-2295.

“A Movie With the Stars” - Choose among any G, PG or PG-13 movie playing today. Admission includes a raffle ticket for a chance to win T-shirts autographed by Hollywood stars, movie posters and other prizes. Proceeds help support Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County youth scholarships. Sponsored by the Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County and hosted by the Post Falls Theater. 10 a.m., Post Falls Theater, 1486 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls. $4. (208) 457-9089.

Chinese New Year Culture Fair - Celebrate the Year of the Tiger with the Spokane Chinese Association. Visitors can try their hand at Chinese calligraphy, paper cutting and making spring flowers, buy arts and crafts and taste Chinese cuisine. Special activities and games will be available for children. The tiger’s brother, the lion, will be dancing at the Chinese Variety Show at 3:30 p.m., which will include Ribbon Dancing, Martial Arts, Chinese Opera, and performances by the Spokane Chinese Language School Students. Anyone wearing traditional Chinese dress will be invited to participate in a Fashion Show. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, in advance at Best Asian Market at 1801 E. Sprague Ave., or by phone. 1-5 p.m., Central Valley High School, 821 S. Sullivan Road. Free admission to Culture Fair; $8 for variety show. (509) 720-8825.