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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Family calendar

Today

Mom and Me: Mother’s Day Celebration - For children ages 3-6 and their moms. Bring 10 photos of you and your child to make memorable gifts for Mother’s Day. Pre-registration is required. 9-11:30 a.m. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $14. (509) 625-6200.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3. Library locations include: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10 a.m. Free.

Toddler Storytime (North) - For ages 18 months-3. 10 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations include: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Friday

The YMCA Green Way Program Plant Sale - Friday-Wednesday. Spring plant sale featuring annuals, perennials, vegetables and houseplants. All proceeds benefit the YMCA Green Way Program. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Valley YMCA Greenhouse, 2421 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Free admission. (509) 777-9622, ext. 206.

42nd Annual EWU Spirit of the Eagle Powwow - Presented by the Native American Student Association. 7 p.m. Eastern Washington University, Reese Court Pavilion, Cheney. Free. (509) 359-6660.

Grandma and Me: Mother’s Day Gifts - For children ages 3-5 and their grandmas. Make gifts for Mom, including a picture frame, card and more. Pre-registration is required. 9-11:30 a.m. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $14. (509) 625-6200.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356; East Side, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380; Indian Trail Road, 4909 W. Barnes Road. (509) 444-5395. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Coming Soon - A show improvising the movie-making process based on audience suggestions. All ages welcome. Shows Fridays through May 28. 8 p.m.-midnight. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.

Saturday

Spokane Junior Lilac Parade - 59th annual event and largest children’s parade in the nation, hosted by the Rotary Club of Spokane. This year’s theme is “Lights, Camera, Action.” The parade doubles as a competition for more than 8,000 middle, junior high and elementary school bands and drill teams along with multiple children’s organizations within the Inland Northwest. Parade route is available at www.spokanejrlilacparade.com. 10 a.m.-noon., downtown Spokane. Free.

42nd Annual EWU Spirit of the Eagle Powwow - Presented by the Native American Student Association. 1 p.m., with free dinner at 5 p.m. Eastern Washington University, Reese Court Pavilion, Cheney. Free. (509) 359-6660.

Help Stamp Out Hunger - Put out nonperishable food items for your letter carriers to pick up. Spokane area.

Spokane Valley Heritage Fair - Antique tractors, gas engines, vintage cars, demonstrations of farm implements and things that spin wool and separate cream. Sponsored by The Spokane Valley Heritage Museum and The Inland Empire Steam & Gas Buffs. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 12114 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. $5/family, $3/person. (509) 922-4570.

The Inland Northwest FIRST Robotics Exhibition and FLL Competition - For students age 6 through high school. Inspire and challenge students to meet science and technology challenges, develop teamwork, practice gracious professionalism, and have fun doing it. Information about how to start a program in your school or organization. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. West Valley High School, 8301 E. Buckeye Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 922-5488.

Super Pet Adoption Festival - The Spokane Humane Society, SCRAPS, SpokAnimal and Pet Savers have joined together to host this event. Dogs, cats and a few other animals will be available for adoption. There will also be animal-related booths and food vendors. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Aslin Finch Parking Lot, 5605 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 995-4542.