10 Under $10

1. “Different Drummers” 5:30 p.m. Wednesday, Gonzaga University, John J. Hemmingson Center Auditorium, 502 E. Boone Ave. A true story about two boys growing up in Spokane in the 1960s – David, a fourth-grader who uses a wheelchairbecause of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, is growing progressively weaker, while his classmate Lyle has a problem with an ever-increasing energy level. This made-in-Spokane film explores themes of friendship, family, how God talks to us and the way a loving community can support children who struggle with health and behavior issues. (509) 328-4220. Admission: FREE

2. Author Bethany Schultz Hurst 7:30 p.m. Friday, EWU Phase I Building, EWU Spokane. Her book “Miss Lost Nation,” won the 2013 Robert Dana-Anhinga Prize for Poetry. Hurst has been published in Best American Poetry 2015 and in journals such as American Literary Review, Cimarron Review, Drunken Boat, Gettysburg Review and New Ohio Review. She teaches creative writing at Idaho State University. Part of the 2015-2016 Eastern Washington University Visiting Writers Series. (509) 838-0206. Admission: FREE

3. “A Charlie Brown Christmas” 1 and 3 p.m. Saturday, 7 p.m. Sunday (a benefit night and includes a silent auction) 10 a.m. Dec. 12 and 7 p.m. Dec. 13, Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. The over-commercialization of Christmas has Charlie Brown quite depressed. Lucy suggests he direct the annual Christmas play, which helps not just Charlie Brown, but the entire gang learn the true meaning of Christmas. A production by Civic’s Academy Winter Intensive Program. (509) 325-2507. Admission: Saturday and Dec. 13, $10/adults; $5/children age 12 and younger; $5 all tickets Dec. 12; $15 Sunday.

4. “Red Hot Patriot: The Kick-Ass Wit of Molly Ivins” Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., through Dec. 20, Stage Left, 108 W. Third Ave. The story of Molly Ivins, the famously brassy newspaper columnist and best-selling author. A true Texas original, Ivins was a sharp-tongued wit who skewered the political establishment and the “good ol’ boys” with her unforgettable humor and wisdom. (509) 838-9727. Admission: $10

5. Sessionz Smooth Jazz featuring Heather Simmons 7:30 p.m. Saturday, The Big Dipper, 171 S. Washington St. An evening of local smooth jazz and neo-soul. (509) 863-8098. Admission: $10

6. Hangmans Joke 8 p.m. Sunday, the Pin, 412 W. Sprague Ave. Hard rock with this North Dakota trio, with support from All But Lost, Method of Conflict, and Killer E’s. (509) 368-4077

7. “Ave!” Celebrate and Rejoice 2 p.m. Sunday, Convent of the Holy Names, 2911 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Seventh annual concert presented by Holy Names Music Center, Spokane’s community music school. Featuring 16th century to modern-day music. Spokane Choral Artists performing with Max Mendez and Andrea Olsen; Jody Graves, piano; John Paul Shields, guitar; Ken and Ann Couch, harmonica duet. Reception will follow with hot apple cider and gingersnap cookies. All proceeds benefit the HNMC programs and music education outreach in our community. (509) 326-9516. Admission: FREE (donations appreciated)

8. Winter Concert and Seasonal Dance Sunday, doors open at 5:30 p.m., Palomino Club, 6425 N. Lidgerwood St. Mary Chavez & the Pink Tango Trio, along with guest artist Michael Lenke on trumpet, will perform seasonal music mixed in with jazz/pop/Latin/swing. Bring your dancing shoes. The Palomino, a newly remodeled dance/concert hall on Spokane’s North Side. (509) 242-8907. Admission: $6

9. Black Sabbitch 7:30 p.m. Thursday, The Big Dipper, 171 S. Washington St. Doing for Black Sabbath what Hell’s Belles does for AC/DC, this L.A.-based all-female tribute band brings the music of Ozzy Osbourne & Co. to life. (509) 863-8098. Admission: $7 advance; $10 day of show com/

10. Bing Crosby White Christmas Open House 1-4 p.m. Saturday, Crosby House, 508 E. Sharp Ave. Visit Bing Crosby’s home and museum and see it decorated for the holidays. Enjoy hot cider and cookies. (509) 313-3847. Admission: FREE