Community centers offering childcare if teachers strike on Friday

With the possibility of a teacher strike looming, several community centers and other groups are offering free or low-cost childcare on Friday. Here is a list of available programs: West Central Community Center, 1603 N Belt St.

• Childcare available 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. for $28
• Advance registration required; call (509) 326-9540 to register or for more information.

East Central Community Center, 500 S Stone St.

• Free childcare available for K-6 students from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
• 50 spots available on a first-come, first-serve basis
• Program includes two snacks and lunch, gym time and some academic activities
• For more information, contact Matthew West at (509) 808-2122 or MattW@ecspokane.org

Northeast Youth Center, 3004 E Queen Ave.

• Childcare available for K-6 students from 6 a.m.-6 p.m. for $28
• No limit on spots, but parents will have to register children when they drop them off. Registration should take about 15 minutes.
• Lunch will be provided but children should eat breakfast before being dropped off.
• For more information, call (509) 482-0708

Indian Trail Church, 9010 N Indian Trail Road

• Free childcare available for K-6 students from 8:15 a.m.-3:15 p.m.
• Advance registration required, register online here. Friday registration is now open.
• For more information, contact Laura Dobratz at (509) 879-3398 or laura@indiantrailchurch.com

Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery, 1004 E 8th Ave.

• Free emergency childcare available 24 hours per day for children ages 0-6
• First-come, first-serve basis; call (509) 535-3155 to check availability or with questions