Lindsey Treffry

When a classic Christmas claymation film is remade into a stage musical, audience members probably expect to have a good time. But this audience member didn’t expect to feel a pang of nostalgia and emotion at the sight of one little puppet.

As a clinical and systems psychologist, Shann Ray is well-versed in discussing the intricacies of romantic relationships. The 30-year Gonzaga University professor specializes in something called forgiveness studies: the idea that the act of forgiving can reap rewards for your well-being.

Evacuation orders were given Sunday for a 50-acre wildfire burning west of Equestrian Lane and a quarter mile south of Morin Trailhead in Riverside State Park.

Viewers tuning into the Super Bowl (on Fox, Tubi and NFL+) may see some familiar faces in an advertisement for mayonnaise.

In the days leading up to the election, award-winning pianist Sara Davis Buechner – in addition to her civic duty – is finding her own way to celebrate America.

Going out on a date night? In this economy? While stagflationary dining may seem outlandish, it is possible with $50 and a little scheduling. Better than that, you can eat at places that inspire you to dress up and don’t limit you to Rainier and fries (unless that’s your vibe; no judgment).

The Spokane Symphony is beginning its season by hosting a Grammy Award-winning musician who has played for Big Bird, Bill Clinton (twice) and Barack Obama.

Nearly 40 years ago, two Grammy Award-winning musicians didn’t bond over Bach or Brahams, Mozart or Beethoven. Cellist Zuill Bailey and pianist Awadagin Pratt bonded over ping-pong.

I’ve never been much of a princess fan, so Disney’s “Frozen,” while funny and cute, hasn’t made it to the top of my favorite Disney films. However, that didn’t stop me from wanting to join my stepson in viewing the Broadway adaptation of the Elsa and Anna tale.

Spark Central hosts many programs and classes aimed toward the creative and artsy. But what if you don’t feel particularly creative or artistic?

This is the story of the Carousel of Happiness in Nederland, Colorado. It is a fairly long story, over a century in length ... It starts in Utah, at an amusement park called Saltair, and then takes us south of Salt Lake City to a town called American Fork, where the carousel operated for a few decades. Then it moves to Colorado, to the town of Nederland. – Janette Keene Taylor in “Don’t Delay Joy: The Story of the Carousel of Happiness.”

Kids who are hungry for art might enjoy Spark Central’s Garbage Goat-themed event: Feed Me, Spokane.

Spokane author Jess Walter (“Beautiful Ruins,” “Cold Millions,” “Citizen Vince,” “Ruby Ridge” and more) has earned the O. Henry Prize, the oldest major prize for short fiction in America.

When the World’s Fair in Spokane shuttered in November 1974, archivists quickly packed up 246 boxes from the corporate Pavilion offices and archived them within what was then called the Cheney Cowles Museum.

The Spokane Symphony is taking on the musical score of John Williams’ “Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back” on Saturday – May 4, of course – and Sunday.

Next season’s Spokane Symphony calendar includes classics like “Rhapsody in Blue,” Joseph Haydn’s “Creation,” Beethoven classics and new ventures, like a TikTok-famous conductor, a 2024 Grammy-award winning song and artificial intelligence experimentation.

Watercolor painting has gained popularity in recent years, offering a peaceful respite for people wanting to get in touch with their creative side.

Season 17’s “Bachelorette” Katie Thurston is returning to her home state – not to hand out roses, but to share laughs at comedy clubs in Lynnwood, Tacoma and Spokane next week.

The tale of Wilbur the pig and Charlotte the spider has been enjoyed for decades by readers of all ages. Spokane Falls Community College is giving their take on E.B. White’s timeless book and Joseph Robinette’s stage adaptation through Sunday.

Grief takes the center stage in author Erin Pringle’s work.

USA Today readers have named Spokane’s Indigenous Eats the No. 4 best new restaurant in the U.S.

The Spokane Nordic Ski Association’s Winterfest at Mount Spokane State Park has been postponed due to frigid temperatures.

The food and travel editors of the Seattle Met Magazine have named three Spokane restaurants the best in the state.

There’s something you oughta know if you’re wanting to make it in the music industry.