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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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Today

Waste-to-Energy Facility Tours - Interested in knowing what happens to our garbage? Walk-in groups of 10 or fewer are welcome at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Group tours for more than 10, individuals with special needs, and classrooms can be arranged by calling ahead. Spokane Regional Solid Waste System, 2900 S. Geiger Blvd. (across from the Washington State Patrol) Free. (509) 625-6521.

Ongoing

Indoor Soccer Opportunities for Youth - Includes Sunday clinics for ages 4-9, spring session for ages 4 1/2-11 and SoccerTots classes for ages 18 months-6 years. For more information, visit www.kidsportsspokane.com. Kids Sports Spokane, 416 N. Madelia. (509) 534-KIDS (5437).

Historic Campbell House - Tours feature household life from 1898-1924. Visitors discover business challenges and household employees’ stories. Successful ventures in Idaho’s silver mines financed this English Revival Tudor house, designed by renowned Spokane architect Kirtland K. Cutter for Amasa and Grace Campbell and their daughter Helen. Part of the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, admission tickets include the exhibit galleries and a tour of the house. Several guided tours will be available Wednesdays-Fridays noon-3 p.m. and self-guided tours on Saturdays. The museum exhibit galleries are open Wednesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. $7/adults, $5/seniors and students with ID, free/age 5 and younger; includes admission and guided tours in the museum. (509) 456-3931.

Riverfront Park Amusement Rides Open - Open Saturday through April 8 daily from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. The Tilt a Whirl, Sizzler, Spider, Red Baron, Tour Train, Ferris Wheel open for spring break. The Carrousel, IMAX and SkyRide also available. 11 a.m. Riverfront Park, 507. N Howard St. $39.95/season pass through April 8. Discounted day passes available on line. (509) 625-6601.

Song and Dance Spring Break Workshop - For youth in grades K-2. Learn songs, make costumes and props, and perform at the end of the week for parents. Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration is required. River Day School, 116 W. Indiana Ave. $120 plus $10 supply fee. (509) 326-6595.

Kitchen Chemistry Spring Break Workshop - For youth in grades 3-6. Enjoy cooking a variety of recipes while learning about chemistry, food safety and healthy eating. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday-Friday. Call (509) 326-6595 for more information. The Nurturey Child Care Center, 116 W. Indiana Ave. $120 plus $15 supply fee.

Mobius Kids Classes - Mobius Kids will be offering a variety of classes in April and May for ages 4-8. For prices, dates and registration, visit www.mobiusspokane.org/ events/. Mobius Kids Children’s Museum, 808 W. Main Ave. (509) 624-5437.

Video Production Spring Break Camp - Monday-Friday. Middle School students are invited to spend spring break at Tincan creating a short film using professional equipment and editing software. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Tincan, 1317 W. Second Ave. Free. (509) 744-0972.

Friday

SFCC Planetarium - Public shows at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Seating begins 15 minutes prior to the show and programs start on time. No food or drink allowed inside the planetarium. Advance purchase required in person at SFCC cashier’s office in the Student Union Building, Building 17; or by phone. Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. $6/adults, $3/age 18 and younger. (509) 533-3569.