family calendar

Thu., Aug. 16, 2007

The Spokesman-Review

Daily

Riverfront Park Pavilion Attractions - The Looff Carrousel and Spokane Falls Skyride operate daily, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., open until 10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Tour Train runs 11 a.m.-7 p.m., open until 9 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Runs through Sept. 3. Riverfront Park. Carrousel: $2/adults, $1/seniors, military and ages 12 and younger. Skyride: $7/adults, $5/ages 13-17, seniors and military, $4/ages 3-12, free/ages 2 and younger. Youth ages 14 and younger must be accompanied by an adult; Tour Train: $4.50. 625-6600.

Splash Down Water Park - Mondays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., open until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays; Sundays, noon-6 p.m. Runs through Sept. 3. 11127 E. Mission Ave. (at Valley Mission Park). $14.99/general, $11.99/under 48 inches, free/seniors, free/age 3 and younger with paid regular admission, $14/viewing pass with $7/refund; Tuesday night is Family night from 4-8 p.m., admission is $8/ages 4 to adult. Prices do not include sales tax. 924-3079.

Horse and Carriage Rides - Travels through downtown Spokane, guests receive a rose courtesy of Peters and Sons, and a sheet of dining specials at some of downtown’s restaurants. Sponsored by the Spokane Teachers Credit Union and the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District, held Fridays during August. Carriage rides provided by Spencer Carriages. 4-10 p.m., Wall Street at Main Avenue. $5/person. 456-0580, ext. 102.

Route of the Hiawatha - The crown jewel of rail-to-trail mountain bicycle trails is operated by Lookout Pass Ski Area. Wind through 10 tunnels and seven high trestles. This 15-mile route crosses the Bitterroot Mountains between Idaho and Montana, best known for the long St. Paul Pass or “Taft” Tunnel which is 1.66 miles in length. It’s all downhill with shuttle buses available to take you and your bike back to the top. Open daily through Oct. 7. 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m., Adjacent to I-90 at the Idaho/Montana state line, 12 miles east of Wallace, Idaho.

Silverwood Theme Park/Boulder Beach Waterpark - Admission to the park includes all rides, attractions, shows and waterpark. August: Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sundays-Thurdays, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Boulder Beach Water Park is open daily June 9-Sept. 3, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. 27843 North Highway 395, 15 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene, Athol. $35.99/general, $19.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older, free/ages 2 and younger. Two-day passes: $55.99/adults, $31.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older. Tax not included in admission fee. $4/parking. (208) 683-3400.

Templin’s Cruise - Held daily through Sept. 3 at 2 p.m. Red Lion Templin’s Hotel on the River, 414 E. First Ave., Post Falls. $15.75/adults, $14.75/seniors, $9.75/ages 4-12, free/age three and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.

Wild Waters Waterpark - 14 slides, two heated pools, two 100-person hot tubs, Dolphin Island for ages 2-6, and a Lazy River with float tubes. Open daily 11 a.m.-6 p.m., and evening sliding on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 6:30-9 p.m. Runs through Sept. 3. I-90 east to Exit 12 (U.S. 95 exit), Coeur d’Alene. Daily: $24.99/over 48 inches, $19.99/under 48 inches, $12.99/seniors and handicapped guests, $12.99 with $10 deposit for viewing only, age 2 and younger/free, Evening sliding on Tues.-Wed.: $12.99/general, $9.99 seniors and handicapped, All day Tuesdays-Wednesdays.: $15.99-$28.99. (208) 667-6491.

Today

Benewah County Fair - Held at the Benewah County Fairgrounds in St. Maries. Features open class and 4-H exhibits, community, educational, commercial booths, music and various events throughout the week of fair. 4-H Livestock Auction and Buyers Appreciation Barbeque on Saturday. Runs through Sunday. Free. (208) 245-3563.

Boundary County Fair - Includes 4-H exhibits and auction, music, and food. A dance will be held Saturday until midnight. Runs through Saturday. 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Boundary County Fairgrounds, Bonners Ferry, ID. Free. (208) 267-7041.

Browne’s Addition Summer Concert Series - 11th annual concert series held on Thursdays, presented by Browne’s Addition Neighborhood Council. Music by Canned Music. No alcohol is allowed in park, but picnicking encouraged. Coeur d’Alene Park in Spokane’s Browne’s Addition, Second Avenue and Chestnut Street, Spokane. Free. (509) 747-2853.

Courtyard Concert Series-Post Falls – Music from Columbia. Held Thursdays at the Post Falls Library. 7-9 p.m., 821 N. Spokane Street, Post Falls. Free. (208) 773-1506.

Free Family Film Festival - Riverstone CdA Cinemas - Movies play at 10 a.m., rating in (). “Jonah: A Veggie Tale Movie” (G) and “Open Season” (PG). 2416 Old Mill Loop, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-8185.

Science Explorers: Microscopes (CLASS FULL) - For ages 4-7. Find out what electricity is and learn about its everyday uses. Plus, learn about circuits and put electricity to work for you. 2-3 p.m., Mobius Kids, lower level of River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. $12. (509) 624-5437 ex. 0.

Friday

Bonner County Rodeo - Bonner County Fairgrounds holds its annual rodeo preceding the county fair. The Rodeo Dance follows the rodeo on Saturday. Runs through Saturday. 7 p.m., Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave., Sandpoint. $10/adult, $9/ages 10 and younger. (208) 263-8414.

Boundary County Fair - Aug. 15-18. Includes 4-H exhibits and auction, music, and food. A dance will be held Saturday until midnight. Runs through Saturday. 7 a.m.-10 p.m., Boundary County Fairgrounds, Bonners Ferry, ID. Free. (208) 267-7041.

Free Family Film Festival - Riverstone CdA Cinemas - Movies play all three days at same time, rating in (). “Jonah: A Veggie Tale Movie” (G) and “Open Season” (PG). 10 a.m., Riverstone Cinemas, 2416 Old Mill Loop, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-8185.

Hawaiian Luau Dinner and Dance - Featuring JJ Dion and the Evergreen Junction Band at Post Falls Senior Center. 6:30-9:30 p.m., 1215 E. Third Ave. $10/adults, $5/age 11 and younger. (208) 773-9582.

Saturday

Coeur d’Alene Shootout - 3-on-3 Basketball - Entries must be postmarked by Aug. 10 for the event Aug. 18-19. For third graders through adults, double elimination. Sponsored by Pepsi, proceeds will benefit NIC athletic scholarships. Registration forms available at NIC Athletics Office inside Post Hall, at The Sports Cellar, 420 Sherman Ave., or at www.nic.edu/athletics. North Idaho College, Coeur d’Alene. $90/team of three players, includes t-shirts. (208) 769-5975.

Dutch Oven Cooking - Learn to cook your favorite foods and desserts while camping, hunting or picnicking. Presented by Heyburn State Park. 6:30-8:30 p.m., aboard the “Idaho” cruise boat, Plummer, Idaho. $9.95/adults, $4.95/children. (208) 686-1308.

Emergency Vehicles Display - View vintage police, fire and ambulance vehicles. 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Templin’s, Post Falls. Free. (509) 244-4580.

Schweitzer Mountain Huckleberry Festival - Hosted hikes from the village start at 9 and a.m., chairlift open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., vendors open and barbecue starts at 11 a.m., arts and crafts at noon, music with Blue Diamond Highway from 1-4 p.m., children’s activities. Schweitzer Village, Sandpoint. Free admission. (800) 831-8810.

Unity In The Community – Spokane’s 13th annual multicultural event is an opportunity for people of all ages to come out and celebrate diversity, culture and vitality of the Spokane community. This is a breakout year for Unity growing from 3,000 to some estimated 10,000 attendees. Join us for a blend of fun-filled activities, entertainment and community resources. Also, a special Career, Health, and Education Fair will feature employment opportunities, showcase products and highlight health-screening services. There will also be back-to-school supplies and other raffle drawing items for youth and adults. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Riverfront Park Clocktower. Free. (509) 838-1881.

Youth Outdoor Adventure Day - Free event sponsored by Ducks Unlimited. Decoy setting, duck calling demonstrations, build a wood duck or bluebird box, decoy painting contest, water dog demonstrations, learn about wetland ecosystems and a free lunch served at noon. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, Environmental Education Center (Barn), Bonners Ferry, ID. Free. (208) 263-8698.

Sunday

Benewah County Fair - With open class and 4-H exhibits, community, educational, commercial booths, music and events throughout the fair. 4-H Livestock Auction and Buyers Appreciation Barbeque on Saturday of fair. Runs through Sunday. St. Maries, Idaho. Free admission. (2008) 245-2408.

Coeur d’Alene Shootout - 3-on-3 Basketball - Entries must be postmarked by Aug. 10 for the event Aug. 18-19. For third graders through adults, double elimination. Sponsored by Pepsi, proceeds will benefit NIC athletic scholarships. Registration forms available at NIC Athletics Office inside Post Hall, at The Sports Cellar, 420 Sherman Ave., or at www.nic.edu/athletics. Runs through Sunday. North Idaho College, Coeur d’Alene. $90/team of three players, includes t-shirts. (208) 769-5975.

Hula Hooping Clinic - Hosted by North Idaho College’s Outdoor Pursuits and exploring the use of the hula hoop as a dance and exercise tool. Equipment provided. 7 p.m., NIC’s Yap-Keehn-Um Beach, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-7809.

Lake Coeur d’Alene Dinner Cruise - Sundays through Sept. 2. 1:30 p.m., Red Lion Templin’s Hotel on the River, 414 E. First Ave., Post Falls. $42/adults, $39/seniors, $19/ages 4-12, free/age three and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.

The Kelly Hughes Band - Playing country-western music. Coeur d’Alene City Park concert series, held Sundays through August with various entertainment. Inclement weather moves the event to the Coeur d’Alene Resort Plaza at Third Street and Sherman Avenue. 1-4 p.m., Coeur d’Alene City Park, downtown Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-3162.

Monday

Ballet Classes with Charles Askegard - Spokane students will train with world class dancer and dance educator, Charles Askegard. Advanced classes will be held from 10-11:30 a.m. and Intermediate classes from 12:30-2 p.m. Runs through Aug. 24. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ballet Arts Academy, 109 W. Pacific Ave. $25 per class. (509) 838-5705.

Spokane River Dinner Cruise – Mondays through Sept. 3. 5:30 p.m., Red Lion Templin’s Hotel on the River, 414 E. First Ave., Post Falls. $36/adults, $33/seniors, $18/ages 4-12, free/age three and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.

Tuesday

Ballet Classes with Charles Askegard - Spokane students will train with world-class dancer and dance educator, Charles Askegard. Advanced classes will be from 10-11:30 a.m. and Intermediate classes from 12:30-2 p.m. Runs through Aug. 24. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Ballet Arts Academy, 109 W. Pacific Ave. $25 per class. (509) 838-5705.

Creative Concoctions Camp - For ages 7-10. Be a chemist for a day as you stir up come slimy potions and sticky concoctions that you’ll get to take home. 2-4 p.m., Mobius Kids, lower level of River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. $20. (509) 624-5437 ex. 0.

Free Family Film Festival - Riverstone CdA Cinemas - Movies play at 10 a.m., rating in (). “Curious George” (G) and “Flushed Away” (PG). 2416 Old Mill Loop, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-8185.

Girls’ Basketball Mini-Camp - Hosted by North Idaho College women’s basketball staff and players, for girls entering grades 3-8. Runs through Thursday. 1-4 p.m., North Idaho College, Christianson Gym, Coeur d’Alene. $75, includes t-shirt. (208) 769-3347.

Preschool Storytime (Downtown) - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356.

Toddler Storytime (Downtown) - For ages 18 months to 3 years. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356.

Wednesday

North Idaho Fair and Rodeo - The five day county fair boasts competitive exhibits in home arts, vegetables, field crops, flowers, livestock, and 4-H. There will also be food, carnival rides, and entertainment including Kelly Hughes, Ron Greene, Sound Curfew, PS150 Band. Arena events include Draft Horse Show and Pull, Motocross, PRCA Rodeo, and Demolition Derby. Visit www.northidahofair.com for a detailed schedule. Hours are Wednesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Runs through Aug. 26. Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. $7/adults, $3/ages 6-12, free/ages five and younger. Parking is $3 per day or $7.50 for a five day pass. (208) 765-4969.

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