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The Spokesman-Review Newspaper
Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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Today

Converted Creatures - Moran Prairie - Creatures are invading the library. Celebrate National Recycling Week by constructing your own creature out of recycled items. Part of the Kids Explore & Discover Club, exploring a different aspect of science, technology, engineering and math each month. For kids in kindergarten through fifth grade. 4 p.m. Moran Prairie Grange, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

Tween Craft Club: Washi Tape Fun - We’ll personalize a pencil and notebook with Washi Tape, the decorative and versatile tape. The Tween Craft Club meets monthly and all tweens are welcome. 4 p.m. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. Free. (509) 444-5375.

“The Last Unicorn” with Peter S. Beagle - See the animated fantasy film on the big screen. Event includes a Q&A and book signing with author Peter S. Beagle. Costumes encouraged. Visit http://lastunicorntour.com/ for tickets. Signing begins at 5:30 p.m., film begins at 6 p.m. Wandermere Village Center Cinemas, 12622 N. Division St. $10. (509) 232-7727.

Gonzaga Volleyball vs. Santa Clara - Gonzaga Volleyball team hosts Santa Clara. Dollar Dog Night: $1 Hot Dogs at the Concession Stand (while supplies last). 6 p.m. $5 adults, $4 children 12 and younger and seniors 65 and older, $3 groups. (509) 313-6000.

Vertical Introduction Class - Learn the fundamentals to climb indoors, including fitting the harness, knot tying, and proper belay technique. This class (or previous experience and passing our belay test) is a prerequisite for top roping at Wild Walls. Includes equipment. Two-hour session, plus a one-week trial membership. Ages 12 and up. 6-8 p.m. Wild Walls, 202 W. Second Ave. $35. (509) 455-9596.

“The Haunting of Hill House” - Presented by Central Valley High School Theatre Department. 7:30 p.m. Central Valley High School, Performing Arts Center, 821 S. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $10. (509) 228-5100.

Ongoing

A T-Rex Named Sue - Through Jan. 4. See a fully assembled skeleton cast of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered. The exhibition, assembled at Mobius Science Center, will also feature visitor-controlled mechanical models, videos, and free-standing interactive exhibits. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Mobius Science Center, 811 W. Main Ave. Free for members; $10 for adults; $7 for kids; free for kids age 3 and under. (509) 321-7133.

“Felts Field - 1927 National Air Races” - “Felts Field - 1927 National Air Races,” Spokane Valley once hosted the most popular flying event in the nation. Celebrity and military pilots performed death-defying stunts and displayed the latest in flight technology of the time, through Dec. 30. Hours are Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Call to schedule group tours. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. 12114 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. $6/adults, $5/seniors, $4/age 7-17, free/age six and younger. (509) 922-4570.

Riverfront Park Ice Palace – Open through March 1. Hours are Tuesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., extended hours Wednesdays-Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. and Fridays-Saturdays, 7-10 p.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Discounts: $2 Tuesday (admission only); $1 Wild Wednesday (college ID required, admission only); $5 Lunch Bunch (Tuesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., includes skate rental); $5 After School special (Tuesdays-Fridays, 2-5 p.m., ages 17 and younger only, includes skate rental). 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $5/general, $3.50/ages 3-12, seniors and military with ID; $3.50/skate rental, $45/season pass (all ages). (509) 625-6600.

Disney On Ice: Let’s Celebrate! - It’s one colossal party on ice, with all your favorite Disney friends. Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they celebrate a Very Merry Unbirthday Party with Alice and the Mad Hatter; Mardi Gras with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen; a Royal Valentine’s Day Ball with the Disney princesses; a Hawaiian luau with Lilo and Stitch; a winter wonderland with Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; a Halloween haunt with the Disney villains and more in a magical medley of holidays, celebrations and festivals from around the globe. Performances are Thursday-Friday at 7 p.m., Saturday at 11:30 a.m., 3:30 and 7 p.m. and Sunday, 1 and 5 p.m. 7 p.m. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $18. (509) 279-7000.

Parents & Tots Ice Skating Lessons - Session 1: Fridays through Dec. 5, 9-10 a.m. Session 2: Fridays, Jan. 16-Feb. 13, 9-10 a.m. Five weeks of lessons, skate rentals, and 5 admissions per participant. Program allows parents to share the ice skating experience with their preschooler (ages 3 and older). 9-10 a.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $40/parents and child; $19/additional child. (509) 625-6200.

Homeschooler Ice Staking Lessons - Session 1: Friday-Dec. 5, 10-11 a.m. Session 2: Fridays, Jan. 16-Feb. 13, 10-11 a.m. Five weeks of lessons, skate rentals, and 5 admissions per participant. Program allows parents to share the ice skating experience with homeschoolers (age 6 and older). Register online or by phone. 10-11 a.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $40. (509) 625-6200.

“Peter Pan” - Through Nov. 16. Christian Youth Theatre Spokane presents this Tony Award-winning musical based on J.M. Barrie’s classic tale about soaring high and never growing up. Performances are Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Nov. 16 at 3 p.m. 7 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $10-$14. (509) 227-7638.

Friday

Snowlander Expo - Shop for ski and snowboard deals with Inland Northwest retailers, regional resorts will be on hand offering great deals on season passes and taking season pass photos before the snow falls. Plus, PowderKeg Inlander Brew Festival is bigger than ever, with 25 breweries and cideries featuring their Winter Brew Debut and Brewmaster’s Choice and latest movies from Teton. The Washington Trust Rail Jam! Watch ski and snowboard athletes from around the region compete on a custom rail course - right in the Convention Center breezeway. 4-9 p.m. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $7/both shows, free/age 12 and younger. (509) 325-0634, ext. 241.