Family Calendar

Thu., Sept. 6, 2007

The Spokesman-Review

Daily

Riverfront Park Carrousel - The Looff Carrousel is open daily from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Created in 1909 by Charles Looff, Spokane’s famous Carrousel is a National Historical Landmark and listed on the National Historical Registry. The Carrousel includes 54 carved horses, one giraffe, one tiger and two Chinese dragon chairs. Runs through Oct. 1. Riverfront Park. $2/adults, $1/seniors/children age 12 and under. 625-6600.

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, exit 0, 12 miles east of Wallace, Idaho. Day pass: $9/adults, $5/ages 3-13. Shuttle: $9/adults, $6/children. (208) 744-1301.

Silverwood Theme Park - Admission to the park includes all rides, attractions, and shows. Sept. 3, 8-9, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sept. 8-23; Saturdays-Sundays, Sept. 29-Oct. 7, 11 a.m.-6 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.

Today

After-school Specials (Moran Prairie) - Explore Scandinavia through stories, crafts and games. Learn about a different culture each month. 4 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. 893-8340.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Runs through Thursday. 11 a.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney. 893-8280; Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. 893-8340; North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350;

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.

Rockin’ B Ranch Cowboy Supper Show - Thursdays-Saturdays, 5:45-9 p.m., through Sept. 29. Fun-filled family atmosphere with fiddlers, a cowboy shoot-out, a kids posse, and after dinner, boot-tappin’ Western music by the Riders of the Rockin’ B on the main stage. Reservations required. 3912 Spokane Bridge Road, Liberty Lake. 891-9016.

Storytime - For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., Airway Heights. Free. 893-8250; Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. 893-8390.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney. 893-8280; Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. 893-8340; North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. 893-8350; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. 444-5385.

Toddler Storytime (Valley) - For ages 18 monthe-3 years. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. 893-8400.

Friday

Baby Lapsit (Valley) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. 893-8400.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. 444-5356. Free; 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; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.

Spokane Interstate Fair - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival rides and food. Rodeo performances today and Saturday, 7 p.m. Fair hours: 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Special events: Opening Day is today with half-price admission. Carnival hours are 2-10 p.m. Daily mutton bustin’ competition at 1, 2:30, 4 and 7 p.m. in the northwest corner of North Lawn for ages 6 and younger and under 60 pounds. Runs through Sept. 16. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/adults, $5/seniors and ages 7-13, free/ages 6 and younger. 477-1766 or 325-SEAT.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5356; Eastside Library, 524 S. Stone St. 444-5375; Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. 444-5380; Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. 444-5395; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.

Twist Open House - Basic class 4-5 p.m., with open house through 8 p.m. Tour the new studio and meet the instructors who will be available to answer any questions or demonstrate various yoga poses. Enter to win prizes and enjoy a free massage. 176 S. Howard St. Free. 995-5505.

Saturday

“Capturing Moments in Nature” - Slide show with wildlife photographers Stan and Susan Bousson highlighting experiences at many national refuges. Open to ages 5 and older. Presented by Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department along with Friends of Turnbull. 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Cheney. $3/vehicle entry fee. 328-0621 for reservations.

Clifford the Big Red Dog - Visits the Spokane Interstate Fair for National Literacy Day. Take pictures with Clifford. Free books for ages 13 and younger will be given away on behalf of Barnes & Noble in the entry of the plaza. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Free. 477-1766.

Lilac City Roller Girls vs. Tacoma’s Dockyard Derby Dames - Spokane’s all-female roller derby league will host Tacoma’s Dockyard Derby Dames for a bout. Special musical guest Sonic Death Ray. 7 p.m., Market Street Market, 5906 N. Market St. $10/adults, $5/children younger than age 12.

Responsible Dog Ownership Day - Hosted by the AKC and Spokane Kennel Club. There will be clinics on training, demos, talent and costume contests, dog sports, kid safety and more. Well behaved dogs on leashes are welcome. No puppies under 4 months. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Clark Park, Division and Empire. 328-7652.

Spokane Interstate Fair - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival rides and food. Rodeo performances at 7 p.m. Demolition derby events are set for Sept. 15, 4 p.m. with motorcycles, Sept. 16, 7 p.m. with compact cars, and Sept. 16, 4 p.m. with full-sized cars. Fair hours: 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Carnival hours are 2-10 p.m. Daily mutton bustin’ competition at 1, 2:30, 4 and 7 p.m. in the northwest corner of North Lawn for ages 6 and younger and under 60 pounds. Runs through Sept. 16. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/adults, $5/seniors and ages 7-13, free/ages 6 and younger. 477-1766 or 325-SEAT.

Templin’s Cruise - Fall Foliage Cruises held Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 14 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 3 and younger. 325-SEAT.

Twist Open House - Free basic classes from 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m.; Free Lions, Tigers and Bears Preschool Yoga for ages 2-4 from 11-11:20 a.m. 176 S. Howard St. Free. 995-5505.

Sunday

Spokane Interstate Fair - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival rides and food. Rodeo performances at 4 p.m. Fair hours are 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Today is Singles Day with speed dating on North Lawn from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Carnival hours are 2-10 p.m. Daily mutton bustin’ competition at 1, 2:30, 4 and 7 p.m. in the northwest corner of North Lawn for ages 6 and younger and under 60 pounds. Runs through Sept. 16. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/adults, $5/seniors and ages 7-13, free/ages 6 and younger; Pre-sale tickets beginning July 9 are $5/adults, $2.50/seniors and children ages 7-13. 477-1766 or 325-SEAT.

Tour de Coeur Bicycle Ride and Family Fun Day - Sixth annual event. Rides from 1-66 miles along Lake Coeur d’Alene. Shirts, food, entertainment, massage and more. Registration forms available at www.acsidaho.org. Higgens Point boat launch, Coeur d’Alene. $30. (208) 772-8105.

Monday

Baby Lapsit (North) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. 893-8350.

Spokane Interstate Fair - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival rides and food. Music by the Village People at 7 p.m. Fair hours are 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Carnival hours are 2-10 p.m. Daily mutton bustin’ competition at 1, 2:30, 4 and 7 p.m. in the northwest corner of North Lawn for ages 6 and younger and under 60 pounds. Runs through Sept. 16. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/adults, $5/seniors and ages 7-13, free/ages 6 and younger. 477-1766 or 325-SEAT.

Toddler Storytime (Valley) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. 893-8400.

Tuesday

After-school Specials (Spokane Valley) - Explore Scandinavia through stories, crafts, and games. Learn about a different culture each month. 4 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. 893-8400.

Family Story Evenings - All ages are welcome. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their favorite blanket or stuffed toy. 7 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. 893-8350; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. 444-5356; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.

Spokane Interstate Fair - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival rides and food. Music by Ronnie Milsap at 7 p.m. with full-sized cars. Fair hours: 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m. Today is Senior and Patriots Day, age 65 and older, along with military, law enforcement and firefighters with ID admitted free, a Patriot’s Day parade starts at 4 p.m. at the Yellow Gate. Carnival hours are 2-10 p.m. Daily mutton bustin’ competition at 1, 2:30, 4 and 7 p.m. in the northwest corner of North Lawn for ages 6 and younger and under 60 pounds. Runs through Sept. 16. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/adults, $5/seniors and ages 7-13, free/ages 6 and younger. 477-1766 or 325-SEAT.

Storytime (Fairfield) - For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield. Free. 893-8320.

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

Wednesday

After-school Specials (Medical Lake) - Explore Scandinavia through stories, crafts, and games. Learn about a different culture each month. 4 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St. Free. 893-8330.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. 11 a.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney. 893-8280; Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park. 893-8476; North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.

Spokane Interstate Fair - Entertainment, exhibits, carnival rides and food. Music by Kellie Pickler and Chris Young at 7 p.m. Today is Family Day sponsored by Washington State Lottery with free cake from 10 a.m.-4 p.m., and present a nonwinning lottery ticket stub for a chance to win a prize. Carnival hours are 2-10 p.m. Daily mutton bustin’ competition at 1, 2:30, 4 and 7 p.m. in the northwest corner of North Lawn for ages 6 and younger and under 60 pounds. Runs through Sept. 16. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/adults, $5/seniors and ages 7-13, free/ages 6 and younger. 477-1766 or 325-SEAT.

Storytime (Argonne) - For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road. Free. 893-8260.

Storytime (Medical Lake) - For ages 2-5. 10 a.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake. Free. 893-8330.

Toddler Storytime (Deer Park) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park. 893-8476; North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350.