Stories by Stephanie Hammett for the Spokesman-Review

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UPDATED: Wed., Oct. 19, 2022

1 SPOOKtacular Night Market and Street Fair – 5 p.m. on Friday, 303 E. Spokane Ave., Coeur d'Alene. A pre-halloween costume party and night market featuring family-friendly booths, live music and food trucks organized by the Wavy Bunch. For information, visit the Wavy Bunch on Facebook or contact alenahorowitz@hotmail.com. Admission: FREE

‘American Impressionism: Treasures from the Daywood Collection’ opens at the MAC

Sun., Oct. 9, 2022

Taking a hard turn from the digital world of Dreamworks and back toward the world of fine art, the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture’s next exhibition will showcase a selection of 41 pieces of American impressionist art from the Daywood Collection at the Huntington Museum of Art.

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UPDATED: Thu., Oct. 6, 2022

1 Take Out Apple Dumplings – 10 a.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. Sunday, Green Bluff Church, 9908 E Greenbluff Road, Colbert. Green Bluff Church will be selling apple dumplings this weekend. Visit the church’s drive-thru for apple dumplings served with vanilla sauce. Cash, check or credit card accepted. For information, call (509) 979-2607. Admission: $5

A&E > Stage

‘According to Coyote’ features Nez Perce actor Kellen Lewis and will take to the Pavilion stage for Indigenous People’s Day

UPDATED: Sat., Oct. 8, 2022

John Kauffman, a Nez Perce actor and playwright, wrote a one-man show called “According to Coyote,” which shared stories of the trickster of Native American mythology, and toured it throughout the Northwest and Hawaii until his death in 1990.

A&E > Art

Terrain, Spokane’s favorite art party, returns with more than 300 artists under one roof

UPDATED: Thu., Oct. 6, 2022

After more than two years of hiatus, Terrain is back for an evening unlike any other.

De España a worthy addition to Spokane’s food scene

Wed., Oct. 5, 2022

My first impression of Adam Hegsted’s De España – from the temperature of the restaurant, the music and decor to the staff’s mood – was just “yes.”

A&E > Art

Arts Wrap: Lowe Conducts Rachmaninoff, Alcohol & Feelings, SVST season tickets go on sale, October at Trackside Studio, New Exhibition at Moscow Contemporary

UPDATED: Thu., Oct. 6, 2022

In their second masterwork concert of the season, the Spokane Symphony will perform Sergei Rachmaninoff’s second symphony. A sort of prelude to Rachmaninoff’s 150th birthday year in 2023, the work is “full of melodic passion.”

A&E > Music

Spokane Jazz Orchestra revives ‘The Groove Summit’

Thu., Sept. 29, 2022

Harkening back to their 2017 concert of the same name, the Spokane Jazz Orchestra’s Groove Summit is returning to the Bing Crosby Theater for a jazzy night of standards, newer treatments and a few original works.

A&E > Stage

Arts Wrap: SVST 2023 season, Whitworth does ‘The Sound of Music’

UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 29, 2022

During its 2023 season, Spokane Valley Summer Theatre will feature an old favorite and two regional premieres.

Spokane-born singer-songwriter pursues her dreams in Nashville

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 30, 2022

Natalie Johnson grew up singing, putting on shows for family and friends. But writing was her first passion.

Spiceology is ready for its close-up: Spokane spice company making a splash with TV chefs

Wed., Sept. 28, 2022

If you’ve been keeping up with the latest seasons of “MasterChef,” you might’ve noticed a familar label or two popping up around chefs’ stations .

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UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 29, 2022

1 Trial & Error – 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. Blue Door Theatre hosts “Trial & Error,” a weekly show in which improv comedians perform “the trial of the century” based on audience suggestions. For information, visit bluedoortheatre.com or call (509) 747-7045. Admission: $8

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Rare Earth’s Peter Rivera and company light up the Fox with a symphony of hits

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 23, 2022

Rare Earth rocker Peter Rivera brought an infectious enthusiasm and a unique twist to classic hits performed at the Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox Friday night.

A&E > Seven

‘Significant Other’ at Civic explores the questions of finding, or not finding, the perfect someone

UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 22, 2022

Spokane Civic Theatre’s production of “Significant Other” explores the societal pressure to find a life partner when finding that partner, however much you might want to, proves beyond your control.

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Arts Wrap: Gonzaga Dance opens 2022-23 season, Little Spokane River Artist Studio Tour, Gonzaga theater students produce ‘30 Plays in 60 Minutes’, UI theater dept. announces ‘First Bite’ readings

UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 22, 2022

Gonzaga Dance will kick off the 2022-23 season with a performance featuring artist residency guest Ashley Menestrina at the Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center’s Coughlin Theater (211 E Desmet) on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. This performance is free and open to the public, but organizers recommend reserving seats ahead of time. For information, visit gonzaga.edu/ticketcenter or call the box office at (509) 313-2787.

A&E > Stage

Spokane Valley Summer Theatre executive director wins Governor’s Arts & Heritage Award

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 23, 2022

Spokane Valley Summer Theatre executive director Yvonne Johnson will be honored alongside eight other individuals and organizations during the 2022 Governor’s Arts & Heritage Awards.

A&E > Entertainment

Supernatural thriller short-film ‘Strongest at the End of the World’ showcases Salish language

UPDATED: Fri., Sept. 23, 2022

Written entirely in Salish, filmmaker Ryan Abrahamson’s latest work is an audio-video echo of the past. Loosely based on the legend of Devil’s Gap, the story came to Abrahamson like a poem.

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UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 22, 2022

1 Valleyfest Hearts of Gold Parade – 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley. The annual kickoff to Valleyfest will make its way down Sprague Avenue between Gilles and Perrine roads in recognition of those who give back to the community with their “hearts of gold.” This year's parade recognizes new leadership in Spokane Valley schools, with grand marshals Kyle Rydell from West Valley School District, John Parker of the Central Valley School District and Brian Talbott from the East Valley School District. Valleyfest runs through Sunday and will include live entertainment, a multicultural festival, fishing for kids, astronomy at Mirabeau Park and more. For information, visit valleyfest.org. Admission: FREE

A&E > Books

Veteran TV journalist writes debut biography, ‘Cashup Davis: The Inspiring Life of Secret Mentor’

UPDATED: Sun., Sept. 18, 2022

Since leaving a senior investigative reporting role at KOMO TV News in 2015, Jeff Burnside has continued to work and write independently. A veteran TV news reporter, anchor and executive producer, Burnside can now add “author” – and soon “documentarian” – to his list of job titles.

A&E > Entertainment

Review: Spokane Civic Theatre off to great start in ‘Oz’

UPDATED: Sun., Sept. 18, 2022

Spokane Civic Theatre’s production of ‘The Wizard of Oz” opened Friday to an enthusiastic audience. It was community theater in all the best ways.

A&E > Seven

‘Admissions’ at Stage Left Theater delves into questions of class, race and priviledge

UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 15, 2022

Opening Friday at Stage Left Theater, Joshua Harmon’s “Admissions” takes a satirical approach to the white perspective of race, class, privilege and diversity.

A&E > Seven

Arts Wrap: ‘Wizard of Oz’ at Civic, Symphony Sessions at Wonder Building

UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 15, 2022

Spokane Civic Theatre’s production of “The Wizard of Oz” opens this weekend. Based on L. Frank Baum’s classic tale, “The Wizard of Oz” features iconic music from the 1939 film of the same name.

Northwest Pagan Fest will host weekend events for the open-minded and curious

UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 15, 2022

When Rachel Heatley moved from Arizona seven years ago, she knew that finding a place to practice her religion would be difficult.

A&E > Seven

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UPDATED: Thu., Sept. 15, 2022

1 Spokane Valley Farmers Market – 4 p.m. on Friday, CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. The Spokane Valley Farmers Market will be held at CenterPlace near the Discovery Playground every Friday through Sept. 16. In addition to local farmers and producers, the event will feature artisans, food trucks, live entertainment, the Kids KERNEL Program and SNAP Market Match. WIC/Senior check are accepted. For information, visit spokanevalleyfarmersmarket.org. Admission: FREE

Fall is in the air - and in our coffee cups - as pumpkin spice season arrives

Wed., Sept. 14, 2022

With Labor Day behind us and the pumpkin spice latte back at Starbucks, fall is clearly just over the horizon, and local coffee shops are jumping right on the hay ride. Here’s a round-up of fall-themed beverages from your favorite local spots.

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