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A&E >  Books

Plan a walk to check out these 10 little free libraries in the Inland Northwest

UPDATED: Mon., May 13, 2019

Though there are dozens more libraries in the Inland Northwest, here’s a look at 10 standouts. For a complete list of little free libraries, visit www.littlefreelibrary.org.

News >  Family

Make memories with mom this Mother’s Day

UPDATED: Thu., May 9, 2019

A look at events happening Mother’s Day weekend in the Inland Northwest.

A&E >  Music

Pianists Archie Chen and Rhona Gouldson work to revamp Musicfest Northwest

UPDATED: Thu., May 9, 2019

This year, Musicfest Northwest, in its 74th year, takes place Sunday through May 17 at Gonzaga University and the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox.

A&E >  Music

‘Ancient Land’ brings Celtic Woman to the Fox on Saturday

Thu., May 9, 2019

“Ancient Land” features original compositions, traditional Irish songs and covers.

A&E >  Stage

Young playwrights premiere work during Kid’s Korner at Stage Left

Wed., May 8, 2019

Plays were written by Evergreen Elementary School first graders and are performed by local actors.

A&E >  Music

Robert Plant announces Sept. 29 show at the FICA

Tue., May 7, 2019

Tickets are $61-$101. Fan pre-sale begins Wednesday at 10 a.m. through

A&E >  Stage

Civic’s ‘House of Blue Leaves’ the definition of dark humor

Tue., May 7, 2019

Both the dark moments and the laugh-out-loud moments help bring audience members even further into the world of Artie, his family and the company he keeps.

A&E >  Music

Seattle’s the Cave Singers to headline inaugural Get Out Fest

Mon., May 6, 2019

Get Out Fest, held June 27-30 on the Ferry County Fairground in Republic, Washington, features camping, a variety of activities and live music.

A&E >  Music

Jan Pellant closes first season with Coeur d’Alene Symphony with ‘Sounds of Magic’

Thu., May 2, 2019

“Sounds of Magic” features performances of Paul Dukas’s Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Alexander Glazunov’s Saxophone Concerto and Ottorino Resphigi’s Pines of Rome.

A&E >  Music

Triple play: Terri Clark, Pam Tillis and Suzy Bogguss team up for ‘Chicks with Hits’

UPDATED: Fri., May 3, 2019

The trio will headline the First Interstate Center for the Arts on Monday.

News >  Family

Free Comic Book Day, Star Wars Day celebrated Saturday

Thu., May 2, 2019

Both the Comic Book Shop and Merlyn’s Comics and Games will have freebies, sales and demos to celebrate.

A&E >  Movies

Screening showcases films completed during 50 Hour Slam

Thu., May 2, 2019

The top 15 films, plus the film from the team who posted the best tweet during the slam weekend, will be screened at the Bing.

A&E >  Music

Pianist George Winston announces Oct. 4 concert at NIC’s Schuler Performing Arts Center

UPDATED: Wed., May 1, 2019

Tickets are $32 for students and $19 for those younger than 12 and are available now.

News >  Family

‘Wild Kratts Live’ coming to the FICA on Oct. 1

UPDATED: Tue., April 30, 2019

Tickets are $35-$100 and go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. Tickets are available through all TicketsWest outlets, www.ticketswest.com and (800) 325-SEAT.

A&E >  Music

3 Doors Down announces Aug. 21 concert at the FICA

Mon., April 29, 2019

Tickets are $39.50-$88.50 and go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. Tickets will be available through all TicketsWest outlets,

A&E >  Stage

Ventriloquist Terry Fator to perform at Northern Quest on Friday

Mon., April 29, 2019

Terry Fator has been headlining his own show at the Mirage since winning “America’s Got Talent” in 2007.

A&E >  Music

Arlo Guthrie celebrates 50th anniversary of ‘Alice’s Restaurant’ at Bing Crosby Theater

Fri., April 26, 2019

The song, a rambling, satirical protest against the Vietnam War draft, clocks in at 18 minutes.

A&E >  Stage

‘Pivot: Last Shot’ indulges need to share, and hear, stories

Thu., April 25, 2019

Pivot’s upcoming mainstage event, Thursday at the Washington Cracker Building, is hosted by Mika Maloney and features voice and guitar duo Michael and Keleren Millham.

A&E >  Music

Northwest Regional Fiddle Contest showcases players of all ages

Thu., April 25, 2019

Brad Bulla, father of Spokane musician Jenny Anne Mannan, will perform at the contest Saturday with his band Fireball Mail.

A&E >  Stage

Comedian/actor Jim Gaffigan to share new special ‘Quality Time’ with Spokane audiences

Thu., April 25, 2019

Jim Gaffigan recorded “Quality Time” at the State Theatre in Minneapolis in March for Amazon, marking the company’s first original stand-up special.

A&E >  Music

Guitar Hour concert series closes with Chaconne Klaverenga

Thu., April 25, 2019

This concert was rescheduled from April 12.

A&E >  Music

Sammy Hagar and the Circle added to Northern Quest summer series

UPDATED: Wed., April 24, 2019

Tickets for the Aug. 24 show are $59-$109 and go on sale Friday at 9 a.m.

A&E >  Music

John Mellencamp brings high energy, humor to the First Interstate Center for the Arts

UPDATED: Mon., April 22, 2019

The singer performed Saturday as part of his “The John Mellencamp Show” tour.

A&E >  Music

Matchbox Twenty’s Kyle Cook cancels solo Spokane show

Mon., April 22, 2019

Tickets purchased with a credit or debit card have been refunded. All other refunds will be issued at the Spokane Arena box office, 720 M. Mallon Ave.

A&E >  Music

Inland Northwest Opera to perform ‘The Toy Shop,’ ‘Così fan tutte’ ‘Madame Butterfly’ as part of 2019-20 season

UPDATED: Mon., May 6, 2019

“Madame Butterfly” features the talents of Metropolitan opera performers Elizabeth Caballero, Chad Shelton and Sandra Piques Eddy.