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Sat., Feb. 17, 2007

The Spokesman-Review

Chugging along

For some people the sound of a train whistle sparks an immediate interest. Train connoisseurs are invited to a large HO scale model train layout on display today from 7 to 9:30 p.m. at 11811 E. First. The miniature trains will wind their way through mountains, towns, bridges, tunnels and other scale environments.

The layout spans 40 feet by 60 feet and includes 1,000 feet of mainline and 500 feet of branch line. So go ahead, grab the kids and head over to take a look at a slice of Americana. Consider this a warm up for the Model Train Show Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Spokane Community College Lair Building, 1810 N. Greene.

Have a heart

Some of us don't need much of an excuse to chomp down on a burger from Red Robin. But those who need a little encouragement will find it in the annual Burgers with a Heart fundraiser going on at all the area Red Robin locations. Until Feb. 25 the restaurants will donate 50 cents for each gourmet burger sold to the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery.

This is the seventh year for the fundraiser. Previous efforts have netted a total of $76,660. The Valley location is at 14736 E. Indiana Ave. near the Valley Mall.

Today

For the Love of Movies - A free showing of the film “Curious George,” 3 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. 926-6283.

Free Tax Preparation Site - Valley - Priority given to lower-income taxpayers. Mondays, 4-7 p.m., Thursdays, 1-4 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Bring valid picture ID, Social Security cards for you, spouse and household members, copy of last year’s tax return, copy of all 2006 W-2s, 1099 forms for you and spouse; proof of other income from you or spouse; child-care provider information. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. Free. (888) 227-7669.

Model Railroad Annual Open House - The 40-foot by-60-foot HO model train layout contains towns, bridges, tunnels, mountains and rail yards; 7-9:30 p.m., Giorgio’s Fitness Center building, 11811 E. First Ave. 939-5845.

Spiderwick Magical Creature Costume Party - Dress as a fairy, gnome, pixie, wizard or something similar. Learn Spiderwick’s advice for “Care and Feeding of Sprites.” Enjoy snacks, puzzles, and creativity. Also, Monica J. Hardie signs copies of her book “Hannah and the Sprite”; 3 p.m., Hastings, 15312 E. Sprague. 924-0667.

Spokane Valley Heritage Museum - Grand Coulee Dam exhibit hosted in conjunction with the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation. Runs through April 30. Thursdays and Fridays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Saturdays, noon-5 p.m. 12114 E. Sprague Ave. $5/adults, $4/seniors, $2/children. 922-4570.

Burgers with a Heart fundraiser - Going on at all the area Red Robin locations. Until Feb. 25 the restaurants will donate 50 cents for each gourmet burger sold to the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. The Valley location is at 14736 E. Indiana Ave. near the Valley Mall.

Sunday

All Ages Dance - Western old-time and country music by the Country Jammers. Refreshments will be served. 1-4 p.m., Tri Community Grange, one block north of Trent on Starr Road. Admission by donation. 926-3803.

Spaghetti Dinner - Menu includes spaghetti and meatballs, salad, rolls, coffee, dessert and milk; 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., St. John Vianney Catholic Church, 503 N. Walnut Road. $7/adults, $5/seniors and children age 6-12, free/younger than age six. 926-8540.

Monday

Inspirational Readers Group - Christian book group will discuss “Traveling Light” by Max Lucado. Group meets on the third Monday of every month. New members welcome; 7 p.m., Hastings, 15312 E. Sprague. 924-0667.

Tuesday

Fitness and Nutrition Series - Lecture series hosted by the Liberty Lake Athletic Club every Tuesday; 7-8 p.m., Liberty Lake Athletic Club, 23410 E. Mission Ave. $10 per class. 891-2582.

How and Why Prescription Drugs are Harming Our Kids - Town Hall sponsored by The Greater Spokane Substance Abuse Council. There will be a panel of local experts and families affected by prescription drug abuse, and also local high school students who choose to be drug-free, and what they are seeing in their schools. Refreshments provided; 7-9 p.m., Spokane Valley Community Center, 10814 W. Broadway Ave. 922-8383.

Liberty Lake City Council meeting - Check www.libertylakewa.gov for the agenda; 7 p.m., Liberty Lake City Hall, 22710 E. Country Vista Drive. 755-6700.

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