Things to do
Ongoing
Corbin Art Center Youth Classes - A variety of classes will be offered for children ages 3-13. Dates, times and costs vary. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Pre-registration is required. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $16-$47. (509) 625-6200.
“Disney’s High School Musical” - Tuesday-Saturday at 7:30 p.m., Sunday at 6:30 p.m., matinees Saturday at 2 p.m. and Sunday at 1 p.m. Runs through Sunday. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $20-$60. (509) 325-SEAT.
“It’s a Nano World” - Introducing children and their families to the biological wonders and tools of the nano-sized world through 14 fun, interactive exhibits. On display through May 15. Hours are Mondays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit www.mobiusspokane.org. Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. $5.75/general, $4.75/seniors and military, free/age one year and younger. (509) 624-KIDS.
Music Together Classes - Music classes for children ages 6 months-6 years and parents. Thursdays at 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. Holy Names Music Center, 3910 W. Custer Drive. $195. (509) 326-9516.
Storytime at Borders - Recommended for children 18 months-3 years. Held Saturdays. Visit www.bordersstores.com. 11:30 a.m., Borders Books & Music, 9980 N. Newport Highway. Free. (509) 466-2231.
“Jungle Book” - A Theater Arts for Children production. Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday at 2 p.m. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E. Broadway. $5. (509) 891-8325.
Today
“How to Become a Foster Parent” Information Meeting - Sponsored by Olive Crest Foster Family Agency. 7-8 p.m., Deaconess Health and Education Center, Room 268, 800 W. Fifth Ave. (509) 468-0700.
Tuesday
Ben & Jerry’s Free Scoop Day - Enjoy an ice cream. Donations accepted for The Wishing Star Foundation. Noon-8 p.m., Ben & Jerry’s, River Park Square, Atrium level, 808 W. Main Ave. (509) 455-8500 or (509) 744-3411.
Learn How to Become a Foster Parent - 4:30 p.m., Children and Family Services 1313 N. Atlantic, Suite 2000. (509) 389-7192.
Wednesday
31 Cent Scoop Night - Partnering with the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, an organization that honors America’s fallen fire heroes and their families; 5-10 p.m., Baskin & Robbins locations. Each scoop costs 31 cents. (617) 646-3309.
Barnes & Noble Storytime - Listen to a story about spring, make a spring craft, and enjoy a treat. 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. Free. (509) 922-4104.
Thursday
After-School Specials (Moran Prairie) - Explore Polynesia through stories, crafts and games. Learn about a different culture each month. 4 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.
Author Jane Nelson - Speaking on parenting and her most recent book “Positive Discipline.” 6 p.m., Lewis and Clark High School auditorium, 521 W. Fourth Ave. (509) 838-0606.
Saturday
Bike Rodeo/Safety Demonstration - Volunteers from the Spokane County SCOPE office will be present; noon-2 p.m., Joe’s Sports, Outdoor & More, 13902 E. Indiana Ave. Free. (509) 227-7110.
Cast For Kids - Youths ages 5-14 will take home a rod and reel, a Fishing Kids T-shirt and have the opportunity to catch rainbow trout under supervision of local volunteers. Pre-registration required. Clear Lake. $5. (509) 477-2638.
Free Comic Book Day - For all ages. 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Merlyn’s, 19 W. Main Ave. Also, from 2-5 p.m. visit with Darth Vader and a host of Star Wars villains. (509) 624-0957; Also, 10 a.m., The Comic Book Shop, 1401 N. Division, (509) 326-7018 and NorthTown Mall, (509) 487-4175.
Friends of the Spokane Valley Library Book Sale - Proceeds will support various library programs, activities and services. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400.
Yu Gi Oh! Sneek Peek and Tournament - First chance to get these new cards. 9 a.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (509) 279-7000.
Sunday
Olive Crest Walk for Kids - Sign-up to walk or run Bloomsday for Olive Crest Homes and Services for Abused Children. Visit www.olivecrest.org/bloomsday, print information and pledge sheets, get sponsors, earn prizes, and help raise money for abused children in our community. Donations will also be accepted at the Web site. Downtown Spokane. (509) 468-0700.
Spokane Symphony YES - Infinite Love - Youth Exploration Series for children ages 8-14. Great seats with kid-friendly site lines to the orchestra and opportunity to meet the conductor and guest artists. Receive your own program book and hands-on activities. Receive a free Brahms T-shirt in the lobby and go on a backstage treasure hunt. Eckart Preu conducting. 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $20/adults, $10/children. (509) 624-1200.