Holiday Redux

“In our home we have two televisions. We also have a Game Cube and an XBox. On Christmas morning a Wii was added. A recap: That’s two TVs, three video game systems, and four sons …

“I wouldn’t miss Christmas with my family for anything, but I’m seriously considering staying in a hotel from the day after Christmas till school resumes.”

– Posted by Cindy at the Parents’ Council blog.

The Parents’ Council blog is a place for parents to share stories and helpful information about raising a family in the Inland Northwest. Join the discussion at spokesmanreview.com/blogs/parents.

FAMILY ACTIVITIES

Polar Bear Plunge

Taking a freezing dip in Lake Coeur d’Alene on New Years’ Day is an annual tradition. Show up at Sanders Beach at 11:30 a.m., the dive is at noon.

Go skating

Riverfront Park Ice Palace is open today. Hours: Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m.; Fridays, Saturdays and nights before school holidays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission: $4.25/adults and teens; $3.25/children, seniors and military; $2.75 for skate rental. For information on the Ice Palace and other activities at the park, go to www.spokaneriverfrontpark.com.

Snowfest

Cross country, nordic and snow shoeing enthusiasts can try out new gear and attend free clinics showing how to properly use the equipment. Presented by Mountain Gear. Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Mount Spokane Nordic Center. Event is free, but a parking permit is required. For more information, call (509) 238-2220 or go to www.mtspokane.com.

More events

A listing of family-friendly activities is posted daily at spokesmanreview.com/blogs/parents, or you can search the events calendar at spokane7.com/events.