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Fri., June 17, 2005

The Spokesman-Review

music

KPBX Kids Concert

Interactive music performance featuring the Latin dance band Milonga. Today, noon-1 p.m. Riverfront Park, Clock Tower Meadow. Free. 328-5729.

Garratt Wilkin and The Parrotheads

Performing “A Celebration of Jimmy Boffet’s Music.” Today, 7 p.m. Big Easy Concert House, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $10, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT.

Spokane Area Children’s Chorus

Annual farewell/pre-tour concert, titled “If You Can Walk, You Can Dance. If You Can Talk, You Can Sing.” Today, 7:30 p.m. Westminster Congregational Church, 411 S. Washington St. $5 and $6. 624-7992.

Behind the Mic: Young, Local and Original

Original stories, songs and performance art mostly by young people. Today, 8 p.m. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $10. (208) 263-9191.

No Shoes Required

Pend Oreille Arts Council’s Summer Sounds at Park Place. Saturday, noon-2 p.m. First Avenue and Cedar Street, Sandpoint. Free. (208) 263-6139.

“Sing, Sing, Sing!”

Singer Abbey Crawford leads a nine-member troupe in a musical tribute to the USO shows of the 1940s. Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Tekoa Empire Theatre. $6/adults, $3/students. 284-5000.

The Ghoul

Live concert of rock ‘n’ roll. Saturday, 7 p.m. Three Sisters Coffee House, 621 N. Spokane St., Post Falls. $5/door.

Buffalo Jones

Jason Johnson plays Americana elements fused with roots and country alt-rock. Saturday, 7 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Cool Cat

Evening of theater, music and dance featuring the Gemberling Brothers and dancers from the University of Idaho Center for Dance and Spectrum II Dance Studio. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, Moscow. $6/general, free/younger than 3. (208) 882-4127.

Get Your Groove On: Diva Night

“Fabulous Fakes” contest with female vocalists to benefit Women’s Shelter. Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $15/adults, $10/students. (208) 263-9191.

Auburn

New folk rock. Presented by the Coeur d’Alene City Park Concert series. In the event of bad weather, concert will be moved to the Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza, Third Street and Sherman Avenue. Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Coeur d’Alene City Park, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-3162.

The Honeybuckets

Free outdoor concert on Sunday from 5:30 p.m. to sunset. Bring a picnic and enjoy the music. Must be 21 or older to attend; no outside alcohol allowed. Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruithill Road, Spokane Valley. Free. 927-9463.

Music and the Holocaust

Featuring the film “Seed of Sarah,” a chamber opera that depicts excerpts from the diary of Auschwitz survivor Judith Magyar Isaacson. Central Washington University composer Mark Polishook will be in attendance for discussion. Also featuring excerpts from ancient Hebrew chant and works by Franz Kafka and Eli Weisel. Monday, with reception at 6:30 p.m. (includes wine, soft drinks and Jewish delicacies). Concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Cutter Theatre, 302 Park Ave., Metaline Falls. $10. 446-4108.

Whitesnake

The Rock & Roll, Rhythm & Blues Tour. Monday, 7:30 p.m. Big Easy Concert House, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $35, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT.

“The Secret of Susanna”

Opera dinner theater presented by Spokane Coeur d’Alene Opera. Call for reservations. Tuesday-Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Luigi’s Italian Restaurant, 245 W. Main Ave. $60, includes dinner and performance. 533-1150.

Mormon Tabernacle Choir

One of the world’s most respected musical organizations. Tuesday, 8 p.m. Spokane Arena. $15-$59.50, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT.

Charlie Butts and The Filter Tips

Rhythm and blues. Presented by the Downtown Coeur d’Alene Concert Series. In the event of bad weather, concert moves to the CdA Resort Plaza at Third Street and Sherman Avenue. Thursday, 6-8:30 p.m. Sherman Square Park, 314 Sherman Ave. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Moscow Community Band

Fresh Aire Concert performs on Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 p.m., through July 7. East City Park, Moscow. Free. (208) 883-7036.

Amy Martin

Missoula folk musician. Thursday, 7 p.m. The 1912 Building, 412 E. Third St. $8/advance, $10/door. 332-5047.

“Best of Broadway”

Filled with all-time favorite Broadway hits, this show offers many song and dance numbers from “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream Coat,” “Grease,” “Crazy for You” and many more. Thursday through June 25. 7 p.m., Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $7. (208) 667-1323.

dance

Spring Ball

Semi-formal to formal dance presented by Brotherhood of Friends. Saturday, with variety music from 6:30-10:30 p.m. and dinner from 6-8 p.m. 933 W. Third Ave. 838-2395.

Cool Cat

Lady of the Lake Kick Off Dance

With music by Wild Asparagus. Saturday, 8 p.m. Women’s Club, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $12/general, $10/Spokane Folklore Society members. 747-2640.

Swing Dance

The Spokane Swing Club hosts dances on the first and third Sunday of each month. Beginner’s lesson included. Sunday, 6-10 p.m. German American Society Hall, 25 W. Third Ave. $5/members, $8/non-members. 444-FAME.

Contradance

Wednesdays. Beginners, singles and couples welcome. Lessons at 7 p.m., dance is 7:30-9:30 p.m. Women’s Club, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $5. 747-2640.

“Best of Broadway”

Festivals/Fairs

Moscow Artwalk

Second annual event coordinated by Moscow Arts Commission. Thirty-five Moscow businesses and organizations partner with local artists. Brochures will be available for self-guided tours. Today through Sept. 10. Downtown. Free. (208) 883-7036.

Sandpoint Artwalk

Runs today through July 20. Sandpoint. Free.

Playwrights’ Forum Festival

22nd annual event presented by Spokane Civic Theatre. Seven scripts submitted by amateur playwrights across the country were chosen for this year’s festival. Each play is reviewed and adjudicated by committee, and a winner is selected at the end of the festival. Audience members also may rate plays for the Best of the Fest Audience Choice Award. Plays are 15 to 30 minutes long. Rotation A: “Noir Light,” “Fertilizer” and “Members of the Club,” Saturday and June 24 at 8 p.m. Rotation B: “Accused of Comedy,” “Can Can’t,” “My Trivial Life” and “Genesis,” today and June 25 at 8 p.m. and Thursday at 7:30 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $7/one rotation, $10/two rotations. 325-2507.

Summer Festival

Craft booths, music, lunch by Longhorn Barbecue, swimming, picnicking, fishing, boat launch and more. All proceeds benefit the Wishing Star Foundation. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Granite Point Park, Loon Lake. Donation. 744-3411.

Northwest Renaissance Festival

Music, theater, magician, equestrian shows, vendors and more. Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday: Free for fathers. Visit nwrf.net for more information. 6493 Highway 291, Nine Mile Falls. $7.50/adults, $5/children and seniors. 747-2506.

Juneteenth Celebration

Hosted by African Free Inc. Juneteenth is the oldest African-American celebration in the country and is celebrated in more than 200 cities. Mr. and Miss Juneteenth coronation, slide show, live music, DJs, food and games. Join with friends, neighbors and other community members for this educational walk through time and celebration of the African American heritage. Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Moscow High School, indoor/outdoor commons, 402 E. Fifth St. (208) 883-1118.

shows/expos

Car d’Lane

A Classic Car weekend of models ‘78 and older. Today: Downtown Car Cruise from 6-10 p.m.; Saturday: Automotive Swap Meet, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Kootenai County Fairgrounds; also Car d’Lane Car Show and Shine from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. at Vendor Alley, includes Children’s Area and award presentation at 4 p.m.; Sunday: Demolition Derby at 1 p.m., Kootenai County Fairgrounds. Coeur d’Alene. (208) 667-5986.

The Lipizzaner Stallions

World Tour presented by White Stallion Productions. Fourteen stallions will showcase dressage, perform an equine ballet and the famed “airs above the ground.” Today, 7:30 p.m., at the Grant County Fairgrounds, Moses Lake. $18.50/adults, $16.50/seniors and ages 2-12. 765-3581. Saturday, 7 p.m., and Sunday, 2 p.m., at the Spokane Arena. $19.50-$24.50, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., at the Northeast Washington Fairgrounds, Colville. $19.50/adults, $17.50/seniors and ages 2-12. 684-2585.

Sandpoint Saddle Club Open Horse Show

63rd annual event. English Day on Saturday; Western Day on Sunday. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4205 N. Boyer Ave., Sandpoint. Free/spectators, $4-$6/exhibitors. (208) 263-4091.

arts/crafts

Oil Painting Workshop

Sue Bradley will demonstrate her oil painting techniques and the basics of oil painting. Materials list supplied. Today, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland Ave. $25. 325-1500.

Make It Take It Workshop

Deborah Ellis will demonstrate and teach how to make handcrafted silver charms. Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland Ave. $25/materials fee. 325-1500.

Pine Needle Basketry Workshop

Begins Tuesday, 6-9 p.m. Class runs for four weeks. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $48. 625-6677.

food/drink

Business Connections breakfast

Hosted by the Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce. Reservations are required. Today, 6:30-9 a.m. Decades, 10502 E. Sprague Ave. 924-4994.

Stem & Stein

Wine and beer tasting party to benefit the Spokane AIDS Network. Today, 6-10 p.m. Northern Quest Casino, Airway Heights. $35. 838-1170.

Annual Grape and Grain Wine Tasting

Featuring some of the Northwest’s finest wineries and breweries. Today, 7-10 p.m. Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute. $30/advance, $40/door. 328-5855.

Anniversary Celebration at Pend d’Oreille Winery

Celebrating 10 years of winemaking excellence. Try the 2003 Syrah and Chardonnay releases, test your nose in the Smelling Bee, save 20 percent on all wine and merchandise and relax on the lawn to live music. Saturday, noon-7 p.m.; Sunday, noon-5 p.m. 220 Cedar St. Free. (208) 265-8545.

Strawberry Celebration

Pick strawberries Saturday, Sunday and June 25-26 in Greenbluff.

Burn Victims Fund-raiser

Event to help with medical expenses for two little boys, Brian Ashmore and Alex Brown, who were burned while paying on a slide June 4. Proceeds will be donated to the Ashmore and Brown Trust Funds. Reservations are requested. Saturday, 3-6 p.m. Luigi’s Italian Restaurant, 245 W. Main Ave. $10/adults, $5/children. 624-5226.

Sunday Brunch on the Farm

Sponsored by the Rural Roots “Buy Fresh, Buy Local” campaign, Sundays through Sept. 11. Tour the farm and enjoy a brunch made from fresh produce. Reservations are required; please advise of dietary restrictions or food allergies when reserving. Greentree Naturals Inc., 2003 Rapid Lightning Road, Sandpoint. $35. (208) 263-8957.

Raceway Youth Services Benefit Dinner and Auction

A Nascar-type themed event hosted by The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary and Trans-System Inc. Tuesday, with silent auction at 6 p.m., dinner at 7 p.m. and loud auction at 7:30 p.m. Red Lion Inn at the Park. $45. 994-8201.

“The Secret of Susanna”

Guest Chef Cooking Series

Vegan and vegetarian cooking with Chef Duane Sunwold. Tuesday, 7-8 p.m. 9th Street Bistro, Huckleberry’s Natural Market, 926 S. Monroe St. $20/class. 624-1349.

home/garden

Home Depot June Free Clinics

This month’s workshops include: “You Can Create An Outdoor Patio with Pavers,” Fridays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Improve Your Home’s Safety and Security,” Saturdays at 10 a.m.; “You Can Install A Faucet,” Saturdays at 2 p.m.; “You Can Build A Deck,” Sundays at 2 p.m.; “You Can Have Fun with Faux Painting: Basic and New Techniques,” Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; and “You Can Lay Ceramic Tile,” Thursdays at 7 p.m. Local Home Depot stores. (800) 430-3376.

Iris Garden

With 2,500 varieties of iris. Fridays through Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., through June. 40 miles north of the Y, 200 N. Quail Ave., Newport. Free. 447-2552.

Friends of Manito Annual Spring Perennial Sale

Perennials, grass, herb and house plants. Open to the public. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Manito Park maintenance yard, east of Gaiser Conservatory. Free. 456-8038.

farmers’ markets

Cheney Farmers’ Market

Fridays, noon-4:30 p.m. First and College streets, Cheney. 235-2220.

Market Street Market

Fridays, 3-7 p.m., and Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Runs through fall. 5906 N. Market St. 444-7633.

St. Maries Farmers’ Market

Fridays, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Adjacent to the Hughes Historical House, St. Maries.

Boundary County Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Highway 95 at Kootenai Avenue in the Visitor’s Center parking lot, Bonners Ferry. (208) 267-7698.

Columbia Basin Farmers’ Market and Bazaar

Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Moses Lake Civic Park, Moses Lake.

Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Farmin Park, Sandpoint. (208) 263-2844.

Kootenai County Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m. Entertainment Saturday by Daniel Jaklich. Highway 95 at Prairie Avenue, Hayden. (208) 772-2290.

Lavendar Farm (U-pick)

Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Runs through June 26. Fleur de Provence, 7019 E. Day-Mt. Spokane Road (on way to Greenbluff). $5/bundle. 466-4236.

Liberty Lake Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Liberty Square Building parking lot, 1421 N. Meadowwood Lane. 343-6000.

Moscow Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. Runs through October. Entertainment by Laddie Ray Melvin playing folk, blues and country. Jackson Street public parking lot, off Friendship Square, downtown Moscow. (208) 883-7036.

Northeast Washington Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Corner of Main and Astor. 684-3306.

Pend Oreille Valley Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Highway 2 at Calispel Avenue, across from the Golden Spur Motel, Newport. 447-5730.

Plummer Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Runs through September. Highway 95 at B Street, next to the Gateway Cafe, Plummer. (208) 686-1716.

Priest River Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Corner of High and Treat streets, south of the post office, Priest River. (208) 448-0944.

Spokane Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.; Wednesdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Blues and folk music by Lyle Morse. Second Avenue, between Division and Browne streets.

Moran Prairie Farmers’ Market

Sundays, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Corner of Regal Street and Thurston Avenue. 343-6000.

Colville Farmers’ Market

Wednesdays, noon-6 p.m. Highway 20 and Highway 395 intersection, Colville. 732-6619.

things to do

Swimsuit Drive

New children’s swimsuits and swim diapers will be accepted at NorthTown Mall and Spokane Valley Mall customer service centers, through Monday. Monday, Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. NorthTown and Spokane Valley malls. 482-0209.

Silverwood Theme Park/ Boulder Beach Waterpark

Admission to the park includes the more than 60 rides, attractions and shows. Today, 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 15 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene on Highway 395, Athol. $29.99/general, $18.99/ages 3-7 and seniors, $3/parking. (208) 683-3400.

Riverfront Park Pavilion Attractions

Enjoy the rides and tour train daily from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., open until 9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The Looff Carrousel operates daily from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., open until 10 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Riverfront Park. $39.99/season pass, day passes: $14.99/adults and teens, $11.99/youth. 456-4FUN.

American Cancer Society Relay for Life

18-hour walk-a-thon will raise awareness and funds in the fight against cancer. Relay starts at 6 p.m. today and continues until noon on Saturday. Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint. Free. (208) 263-5141, ext. 142.

Spokane Riverhawks Baseball

Vs. Wenatchee. Today, 6:30 p.m. Avista Stadium, Havana Street at Broadway Avenue. $5, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT.

Tony Hawk’s Boom Boom HuckJam

Action sports stunts on skates, BMX bikes and Motocross freestyle riders. Today, 7 p.m. Spokane Arena. $12.50-$75, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT.

Spokane Shadow Soccer

Vs. Yakima Reds. Today and Saturday, 7:05 p.m. Joe Albi Stadium. $7-8/adults, $5-6/students, seniors and military, through TicketsWest. 326-GOAL or 325-SEAT.

The Lipizzaner Stallions

World Tour presented by White Stallion Productions. Fourteen stallions will showcase dressage, perform an equine ballet and the famed “airs above the ground.” Today, 7:30 p.m., at the Grant County Fairgrounds, Moses Lake. $18.50/adults, $16.50/seniors and children ages 2-12. 765-3581. Saturday, 7 p.m., and Sunday, 2 p.m., at the Spokane Arena. $19.50-$24.50, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m., at the Northeast Washington Fairgrounds, Colville. $19.50/adults, $17.50/seniors and children ages 2-12. 684-2585. June 24, 7:30 p.m., at Washington State University, Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum, Pullman. $19.50/adults, $17.50/seniors and children ages 2-12. 335-3525.

Behind the Mic: Young, Local and Original

Original stories, songs and performance art mostly by young people. Today, 8 p.m. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $10. (208) 263-9191.

Spokane Arthritis Walk

Bring your friends, family and dogs. Open to teams and individuals featuring a three-mile and one-mile course. Call to register. Saturday, 9 a.m. Starts on the Centennial Trail near Gonzaga University Law School. Raise $100 and receive a T-shirt. (877) 232-2898.

Hi Hopes Flea Market

Bring whatever you’d like to sell. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hi Hopes Collective car park, near post office, Hope. $10/space. (208) 264-5856.

Silver Mountain Summer Hours

Open Saturday and Sunday and June 25-26 and Wednesdays through Sundays from June 29 through Sept. 4, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Gondola hours of operation are weekdays from 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. and weekends from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Chairlift 1 and 2 hours are weekdays 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. and weekends 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Kellogg. Day passes: $20/adults, $16/youth and seniors, $49/family pass (up to three members); single rides: $12.95/adults, $9.95/youths and seniors, $32/family pass. (800) 204-6428.

Living History Fur Trade Encampment

Co-sponsored by Friends of Spokane House and Riverside State Park. Visit the years 1810-1814 at the site of the early Spokane House Trading Post. Talk with traders and trappers, see fur trade demonstrations and visit the Interpretive Center. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 9711 W. Charles Road, Nine Mile Falls. Free. 465-5064.

Thunder in the Desert 2005

Jet boat spring racing. Saturday, gates open at 10:30 a.m., qualifying starts at noon, non-stop racing until 5 p.m. Richland O.R.V. Park, Richland. $12/adults, $10/seniors, $10/ages 13-17, free/ages 12 and younger.

Peaceful Valley/ Browne’s Addition Walking Tour

For ages 18 and older. Visit these two historic districts that were prominent in Spokane’s early history. Be prepared to walk up and down stairs. Walk is done rain or shine. Registration required. Saturday, 1-4 p.m. Meet on the south side of Coeur d’Alene Park near Fourth Avenue and Chestnut Street. $10. 625-6200.

A Good Ol’ Summer Time

Spend the afternoon at the Keller Heritage Center on Saturday, 2-5 p.m. Native American storytelling by Marilyn James, Old Tractor Club display, blacksmithing demonstration, hands-on activities, music, food, games and more. 700 N. Wynne St., Colville. (509) 684-5968.

Burn Victims Fund-raiser

Comedian David Brenner

Saturday, 8 p.m. Northern Quest Casino. $55-$65, through TicketsWest. 325-SEAT.

Raffle Open House

See the $200,000 custom home built by students in North Idaho College’s carpentry program. The home is the grand prize in NIC’s 12th annual Really BIG Raffle, which benefits education needs at NIC. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event and are $100 each. The drawing will be held July 6. Sunday, noon-4 p.m. 1374 Coquille Court, in the Montrose subdivision, Post Falls. (208) 769-3271.

City Swimming Pools

Open beginning Tuesday at 1 p.m. Cannon, Comstock, Hillyard, Liberty and Witter pools are open Mondays-Fridays, 1-4:30 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. (except Witter), and Saturdays, 1-7 p.m. The Shadle indoor pool is open Mondays-Thursdays, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., and family swim is Fridays, 1-4:30 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m. The Shadle outdoor pool is closed. $2/adults, free/younger than 18. 625-6960.

Make It Take It Workshop

Deborah Ellis will demonstrate and teach how to make handcrafted silver charms. Tuesday, 6-8 p.m. Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland Ave. $25/materials fee. 325-1500.

Regal Cinemas Riverstone Grand Opening

Gala to celebrate the opening of Regal Cinemas Riverstone, a theater with 14 screens and more than 2,000 seats. The evening includes live entertainment, wine, hors d’oeuvres and feature film. Dress is semi-formal. Ticket proceeds will benefit North Idaho College athletics. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Riverstone development off of Northwest Boulevard, Coeur d’Alene. $50, must be purchased in advance. (208) 769-3348 or (208) 667-2156.

Hoopfest

Three-on-three basketball tournament, with more than 6,300 teams expected. Team packet pickup is Thursday, 4-8 p.m., and June 24, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tournament is June 25 and 26, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., in the streets of downtown Spokane. Free/spectators. 624-2414.

film

“Jail Bait”

CenterStage continues “The Worst Midnight Movie Series Ever.” Saturday, 11 p.m. 1017 W. First Ave. $3. 747-8243.

Free Kids Summer Movies at the Garland Theatre

Doors open at 8:30 a.m., show is at 9:30 a.m. All shows are Rated PG. Monday-June 24: “Shrek.” Garland Theatre, 924 W. Garland Ave. Free. 327-1050.

Music and the Holocaust

Regal Cinemas Riverstone Grand Opening

Gala to celebrate the opening of Regal Cinemas Riverstone, a theater with 14 screens and more than 2,000 seats. The evening includes live entertainment, wine, hors d’oeuvres and feature film. Dress is semi-formal. Ticket proceeds will benefit North Idaho College athletics. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. Riverstone development off of Northwest Boulevard, Coeur d’Alene. $50, tickets must be purchased in advance. (208) 769-3348 or (208) 667-2156.

“Millions”

British comedic fantasy by the director of “Trainspotting.” Presented as part of the Global Cinema Cafe film series. Thursday through June 25, 7:30 p.m. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. $6/adults, $5/seniors and students. (208) 263-9191.

lecture/seminar

Smart Surfing on the Internet

Learn to evaluate Web sites and Web addresses, deal with error messages and surf the Internet safely. Must have familiarity with using a Web browser and have some experience searching the Web. Pre-registration required. Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Downtown Library, Gates Computer Lab (second floor), 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5336.

Engineers Forum of Spokane

“Current Issues in the Electric Power Industry,” presented Dr. Tom Karier, Eastern Washington representative on the Northwest Power and Conservation Council. Monday, with lunch at noon for $11 and program at 12:30 p.m. Airport Holiday Inn, 1616 Windsor Drive. 244-3467.

literary/poetry

Western Writers of America Signing

More than 70 authors in town for the Western Writers of America conference will gather for a multi-author book signing. Authors include Elmer Kelton, Don Coldsmith, Kat Martin and Deborah Morgan. Drawings for autographed books. Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke is the special guest. Today, 7-9 p.m. Mirabeau Park Hotel, 1100 N. Sullivan Road. Free. 926-6793.

Author Phil Condon

Discussing his latest collection of essays on contemporary life in the American West in “Montana Surround.” Today, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Author Patricia Kowal

Book signing only of local author’s new novel, “Stillpoint.” Saturday, 12:30-2 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Book Signing by Mary Jane Butters

Organic farmer will autograph her new book, “MaryJane’s Ideabook, Cookbook, Lifebook.” Saturday, 1:30 p.m. Footlights Gallery, Tekoa Empire Theatre, Tekoa. 284-5000.

Signing with Jim Kershner

Local author and newspaper columnist Jim Kershner will sign copies of his book, “Mountain Goats Are My Weakness.” Saturday, 2 p.m. Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. 922-4104.

Author Andy Kelly

The author’s book “Magellan and I” is about young men in World War II who used sextant skills to deliver planes and their passengers around the globe. Monday, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Author Andrew Vachss

His new novel is “Two Trains Running,” an epic story of postwar America. Wednesday, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Authors Ray Edwards and Don Robison

Edwards’ new novel is “Wind Seer: The Story of One American Boy’s Contribution to the Anazasi Culture.” Robison’s is “Justice Never Sleeps: A Novel of Murder and Revenge in Spokane.” Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

Author Jess Walter

Reading by local author of his newest novel, “Citizen Vince.” Thursday, 7:30 p.m. Tinman Artworks, 811 W. Garland Ave. 325-1500.

children/family

Swimsuit Drive

New children’s swimsuits and swim diapers will be accepted at NorthTown Mall and Spokane Valley Mall customer service centers, through Monday. Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. NorthTown and Spokane Valley malls. 482-0209.

Art on the Edge Summer Classes

Free art classes for area youth. Elementary school: Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Middle school: Tuesdays, 3-5 p.m. (open studio). High school: Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. (open studio). 1416 N. First St. (208) 676-0917.

Summer Reading Club: Dragons, Dreams and Daring Deeds

Children will receive a reading log to keep track of the books they read this summer. Read 15 books by Aug. 31 to receive a free book. Sign up continues through August. City and county libraries. Free. 444-5307.

University of Fun Summer Day Camp Registration

Registration now open. Camp will run Monday through Aug. 26, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., with extended care available. Includes activities, field trips, USDA breakfast and lunch and camp T-shirt. Northeast Youth Center, 4001 N. Cook St. $87 per week. 482-0708.

Corbin Kids Fine Arts and Crafts Summer Camp

Series of weekly fine arts and crafts programs for ages 3-11. Weeklong camps (ages 6-11) include adventure, drama, mystery, nature and science camps from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Hourly workshops (ages 3-11) in drawing, painting, sculpting, crafting, jewelry making, cartooning, tie-dying and more from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Students may attend up to four workshops per week. Pre-registration is required. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $21-$92. 625-6677.

KPBX Kids Concert

Interactive music performance featuring the Latin dance band Milonga. Today, noon-1 p.m. Riverfront Park, Clock Tower Meadow. Free. 328-5729.

Story Time

Today. Ages 18 months to 3 years, 10 a.m.; ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. 444-5375. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. 444-5380. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. 444-5395. Free.

Spokane Area Children’s Chorus

First Steps to Reading Success

Free demonstration of a new approach to reading for 4- to 6-year-olds. Reservations required. Saturday: Opportunity Plaza, 12626 E. Sprague Ave. Children must be with a parent. Saturday, 9-10 a.m. Spokane.

Kids Workshop

Create and embellish a birdhouse. Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon. Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland Ave. $10/materials fee. 325-1500.

Story Time

The story is “The Daddy Book” by Todd Parr. A craft project and treat will follow. Saturday, 11 a.m. Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. 922-4104.

Storytelling

Listen to storytellers reading children’s classics and dress up from the magic suitcase. Saturday, 1 p.m. Tinman Gallery, 811 W. Garland Ave. 325-1500.

CSz4Kidz (ComedySportz for Kidz)

For ages 14 and younger. Improvisational comedy played like a sport with players interacting with children in the audience for a show designed just for them. Saturday, 2-3 p.m. 227 W. Riverside Ave. $5. 363-1279.

Summer Book Club Meeting

“Wild West Party.” Young readers will write one-act plays with a Western theme. Saturday, 3 p.m. Hastings, 15312 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. 924-0667.

Free Kids Summer Movies at the Garland Theatre

Doors open at 8:30 a.m., show at 9:30. All shows are rated PG. Monday-June 24: “Shrek.” Garland Theatre, 924 W. Garland Ave. Free. 327-1050.

Kids Golf Classic

Tournament for ages 6-12. Ages 6-7 and 8-9 will golf Monday; ages 10-12 will golf Tuesday. Registration forms available at the golf course or the following McDonald’s locations: 2222 N. Argonne Road, 1306 N. Liberty Lake Road, 9305 N. Newport Highway, 4647 S. Regal St. and 2211 W. Wellesley Ave. EagleRidge Short Course, 5840 S. Meadow Lane Road. $15, includes nine holes of golf, shirt and lunch. 242-2668.

Puppet Show: The Last Dragon

Monday, 2 p.m. (school-aged children), and Tuesday, 7 p.m. (all ages). North Spokane Library. 444-5331. Tuesday, 2 p.m. Airway Heights Library. 444-5331. Wednesday, 1 and 2:30 p.m. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. 444-5331. Thursday, 1 p.m. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5331. Free.

City Swimming Pools

Dragon Decoration

Use paper, glitter, glue, colored swatches and sequins to decorate the dragon. Recommended for school-aged children. Tuesday, 1 p.m., at the Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. 444-5356. Wednesday, 1 and 2:30 p.m., at the Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. 444-5331. Thursday, 1 and 2:30 p.m., at the South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5331. Free.

Story Time (Downtown)

Tuesday. Ages 18 months to 3 years, 10 a.m.; ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5355.

Story Time (Hayden)

Tuesday, 11 a.m.; Thursday, 1 p.m. 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden. Free. (208) 772-5612.

Sign Language for Kids

Sponsored by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Ages 6-11 learn basic sign and communication tips. Eight-week series will be held Wednesdays beginning this week, 2-3:30 p.m. Eastern Washington Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, 1206 N. Howard St. $49. 625-6200.

Summer Reading

For ages 4-12. Wednesdays, noon. Registration required; the first 250 children to register receive a free book. Hayden Library, 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden. Free. (208) 772-5612.

Twilight Tales

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. Hayden Library, 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden. Free. (208) 772-5612.

Story Time (Shadle)

Thursday. Ages 18 months to 3 years, 10 a.m.; ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. 444-5390.

Story Time (South Hill)

Thursday. Ages 18 months to 3 years, 10 a.m.; ages 3-5, 10:30 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. 444-5385.

Summer Story Time at The Book Parlor

For ages 4-10. Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., Thursday through July 28. 1414 W. Broadway Ave. 328-6527.