1 “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea Invitational” Today through Aug. 29, with opening reception from 5 to 8 p.m. today, Spokane Art School Gallery, 811 W. Garland Ave. This year’s themed invitational gets all Jules Verne, with works by Sondra Barrington, Roger DuBois, Larry Ellingson, Jo Fyfe, Lynne Haines, Rick Singer & Hilary Hart, Sally Jablonsky, Tim Lord, Dan McCann, Mason McCuddin, Lindsey Merrell, Karmen Naccarato, Judy Patterson, Tom Quinn, Bernadette Vielbig, Gordon Wilson and Angelika Wilson-Wipp. The Front Porch Trio will provide the music tonight. (509) 325-3001. Admission: FREE
2 “A Tree Grows on Garland” 8 p.m. today, Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. Historical facts mixed with your suggested hysterical facts create a comedic twist on local stories. Fridays nights in June at 8 p.m.
(509) 747-7045.
Admission: $7
3 Spokane Accordion Ensemble Pops Concert 7 p.m. today, St. Marks Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. This Spokane ensemble will play a concert of pops music, featuring works by Billy Joel, Simon & Garfunkel, Elton John and others. Directed by Beverly Fess. (208) 610-8426. Admission: $10 at the door; children and music students with ID admitted free
4 3 Minute Mic 7 p.m. today, Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Monthly poetry event that coincides with First Friday. The “Remember the Word” showcase will feature actress-singer- director Abbey Crawford. Open mic poets will have up to three minutes to share their poetry, or someone else’s. Open to all, but content is never censored. (509) 838-0602. Admission: FREE
5 Tanner Azzinnaro
7 p.m. Thursday, The Big Dipper, 171 S. Washington St. Spokane-based Christian indie pop/rock singer will take the stage. With help from Zach Taylor, The Kilgore Office and Billy Ward. (509) 703-9468. Admission: $8 advance; $10 at the door
6 Butterscotch Blonde 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road. Enjoy country rock as part of the winery’s Performers on the Patio series. Age 21 and older; photo ID required. No outside liquor, no pets. Portable lawn chairs or blankets are encouraged. (509) 927-9463. Admission: FREE
7 Open Paint 11 a.m. Sunday, Pinot’s Palette, 32 W. Second Ave. Create 8-by-8-inch self-guided paintings; offered on a first come, first served basis. There are about 20 different paintings to choose from, and everyone paints their own work of art at their own pace. There will be some tables out in the foyer for minors as well. (509) 290-5098. Admission: $10
8 Welcoming Summer Concert
2 p.m. Sunday, Sacred Heart Parish, 219 E. Rockwood Blvd. The Spokane Chamber Music Society will perform music for the season. (509) 747-5810. Admission: FREE
9 “Thank You Spokane” 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. To thank Spokane voters for approving the recent park bond, all Riverfront Park attractions will be free for the first 10,000 patrons on Saturday. There also will be $1 hot dogs, beer garden and live music. https://my.spokane city.org/riverfrontpark/. Admission: FREE
!0 Festival of Speed Car Show 4-7 p.m. today, Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. See 30 to 40 vintage race cars on display at Fountain Plaza. Also new cars from local dealers on display, plus vendor booths. www.spokane festivalofspeed.com. Admission: FREE
