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Things To Do

Today

SNR Camp Allstars Day Camp - Reserve a spot now for the day camp for developmentally disabled youth and adults, today-Jan. 29 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Transportation and scholarships available. Call for details. SNR facility, 1323 E. Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $12/day, some scholarships available. (208) 755-6781.

Unity March - Annual event celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. Starts at INB and ends at River Park Square. 10 a.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free. (509) 455-8722.

Youth Snowshoe-Camp Sekani - For ages 8-13. Explore snow-covered pines and winter wildlife at this old Boy Scout camp. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Meet at Mountain Gear, 2002 N. Division St. $21. (509) 625-6200.

Children’s Learning Resource Fair - Annual event celebrating Martin Luther King Jr. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., STA Plaza, 701 W. Riverside Ave., second floor. Free. (509) 455-8722.

Tuesday

Family Story Evening - All ages are welcome. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their favorite blanket or stuffed toy. Library locations include: North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road (509) 893-8350; Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400. 7 p.m. Free.

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.

After School Specials - “Sound Off.” Explore the dimensions of sound through various hands-on activities. A different science project will be offered every month. Library locations include: Argonne, 4322 N. Argonne Road (509) 893-8260; Deer Park, 208 S. Forest Ave. (509) 893-8300. 4 p.m. Free. (509) 893-8330.

Thursday

Storytime at Colfax Library - Baby Time for children up to 2 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., US Bank Building, Second Floor, 101 N. Main St., Colfax. Free. (877) 733-3375.

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

Cross-Country Ski Lessons - For ages 14 and older. Learn the basics from certified instructions with both an indoor and outdoor session, held today, 6:30-7:30 p.m. and Sunday, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. Sponsored by City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Mountain Gear classroom, 2002 N. Division St. $33, $9 for rental. (509) 625-6200.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m. Library locations include: North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 893-8350; South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. Free.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations and times include: 10:30 a.m., South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390; 11 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

“The Lightning Thief” (South) - For school-aged children. Learn about mythology while celebrating the release of this new movie. 4 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5331.

After School Specials (Airway Heights) - “Sound Off.” Explore the dimensions of sound through various hands-on activities. A different science project will be offered every month. 4 p.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., Airway Heights. Free. (509) 893-8250.

Friday

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes. (509) 444-5395. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Saturday

PK Lions Club Breakfast Fundraiser - Proceeds benefit the Shoshone Community Health Clinic. 6-11 a.m., The PK Lions Club Building in Pinehurst, Pinehurst. $4.50/adults, $4/seniors, $3.50/children ages 11 and younger.

Rosalia Performing Arts Event - Music jam at 3 p.m.; ugly sweater competition at 4 p.m.; chili contest at 5 p.m. 114 E. Seventh, Rosalia, Wash. $5/chili and corn bread feed; donations for coffee and cookies. (509) 569-2261.

Deer Park Winterfest - Community and family events sponsored by Deer Park Kiwanis Club. Events include: 7 a.m.-noon, Clayton Grange Breakfast at Deer Park Eagles; 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Art show and sale at City Hall council room; 9 a.m., Snowshoe Softall at Perrins Field; 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Craft and vendor fair with bake sale and snacks at Arts Center; 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Book Sale at Deer Park Library meeting room; 10 a.m., Opening Ceremony; 10 a.m., Winterfest Chess Tournament at Arcadia Elementary School; 10 a.m., 5K Frostbite Footrace on city streets; 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Children’s activities at Zion Lutheran Church; 11 a.m., 25th annual Snow Treasure Hunt with metal detectors at Perrins Field; 11 a.m., Chili Cook-off at Yoke’s Fresh Market; 12:30-1 p.m., Bubbillusionist entertainment by Jarom Watts at Arts Center; noon, Cross Country Ski Ribbon Run at Missile Site Trails; noon, Outhouse Races at Perrins Field; 1 p.m., Broomball games at Park Plaza Mall; 4-7 p.m., Elvis Tribute and Oldies by Ben “Preslee” Klein and the Rockabilies; 7 p.m., Bonfire of old Christmas tress; 7:30 p.m., Fireworks by Rocketman Pyros. Deer Park. (509) 276-7070.

Coeur d’Alene Symphony Family Matinee - The Intermediate Youth Orchestra will perform at 1:15 p.m. in the lobby prior to the concert at 2 p.m. Featuring soloists Jim Phillips and Merilee Updike. Conducted by David Demand. Call for reservations, tickets available in Coeur d’Alene at the symphony office at 1042 W. Mill Ave., Building B 205, in Coeur d’Alene, and Great Harvest Bread Co., 2106 N. Government Way. Lake City Community Church, 6000 N. Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. $15/adults, $12/seniors, $2/students. (208) 765-3833.

Basic Handgun Safety - For ages 14 and older. Lean all aspects of shooting including defensive use of firearms and how to safely operate a handgun. Pre-registration is required. 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Sharp Shooting Indoor Range, 1200 N. Freya. $85. (509) 625-6200.

Silly Animals Storytime - Listen to funny stories about animals. 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

KPBX Kids’ Concert - Big Red Barn will be performing a mix of rhythm and blues to celebrate KPBX/Spokane Public Radio’s 30-year birthday bash. 1-2 p.m., Spokane Masonic Center, 1108 W. Riverside Ave. Free. (509) 327-5729.

Spokane Symphony Petting Zoo - All ages. Learn how to play a variety of instruments with volunteers from the Spokane Symphony. 1-3 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. Free with museum admission. (509) 624-KIDS.

“The Lightning Thief” (Shadle) - For school-aged children. Learn about mythology while celebrating the release of this new movie. 2 p.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5331.

Family Movie: “WALL-E” - Watch this Academy Award-winning animated feature. Rated G. 2 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.

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