family calendar
Ongoing
Camp Fire Candy Sale - Sales take place Saturday through March 2 throughout the area. Varieties available: Creamy Smooth Mint Patties, Almond Roca Buttercrunch, Caramel Clusters and P-Nuttles. $5. 747-6191, ext. 19.
Girl Scouts Cookie Sale (Pre-orders) – Pre-orders taken through Feb. 17. Booth and direct sales will be March 21-April 13. Varieties include: All Abouts, Tagalongs, Thin Mints, Do-Si-Do’s, Trefoils, Samoas and new sugar-free Chocolate Chips and Lemon Chalet Cremes. $4. 747-8091.
Help Choose Free Movies in the Park - Vote for which family movie and teen movie you would like to watch in Mirabeau meadows this summer. Vote online by visiting www.spokanevalley.org and clicking on the link provided under “Hot Topics” or complete a ballot at CenterPlace. Runs through Feb. 25. CenterPlace, 2426 Discovery Place. 688-0190.
“The Hoboken Chicken Emergency” - Presented by the Spokane Children’s Theatre. Saturday, 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Sundayand Feb. 16, 1 and 4 p.m.; Feb. 17, 1 p.m. Spokane Community College, Lair Auditorium, 1810 N. Greene St. $10/adults, $8/age 18 and younger. 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 Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 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. 624-KIDS.
Making Paper at the Spokane Public Library - The Spokane Regional Solid Waste System offers paper recycling activities. Free. Today, 4 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St.; Saturday, 11 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave.; and 2 p.m. at Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave.; Feb. 13, 4 p.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St.; Feb. 14, 4 p.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Ave. 625-6580.
Riverfront Park Ice Palace - Ice skating outdoors. Mondays-Thursdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.; Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Runs through March 3. Riverfront Park. $4.25/adults and teens; $3.25/children, seniors and military; $2.75/skate rental, $39.99, plus tax for season pass. 625-6600.
Spring Soccer - Sign-up for spring soccer. Coed microsoccer games for ages 4-7 (born 8/1/99 to 12/31/03), $35; and age 8 and older, $45. Practices at nearby schools and/or parks. Runs through April 5. 9116 E. Sprague Ave. No. 138. 747-5017 or 924-7661.
Storytime at Borders - Recommended for ages 18 months-3 years. Free. 11:30 a.m., Borders Books & Music, 9980 N Newport Highway. 466-2231.
Today
After-school Specials (Moran Prairie) - Explore West Africa through stories, crafts and games. Learn about a different culture each month. Free. 4 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. 893-8340.
Preschool Storytime - For children 3-5 years of age. Free. Library locations and times include: 10:30 a.m., South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; 11 a.m., Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. 893-8340; North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350; Cheney, 610 First St. 893-8280.
Sibling Preparation - This class will help prepare children age 2-6 for their role as a big brother or sister. One parent or caregiver must be present with child. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Valley Health and Education Center, Spokane Valley. $10. 232-8138.
Storytime - For ages 2-5. Free. Library locations include: Otis Orchards, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave. 893-8390; Airway Heights, 1213 S. Lundstrom St. 893-8250. 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Free. Library locations and times include: 10 a.m., South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; Cheney Library, 610 First St. 893-8280; Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. 893-8340; North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350; 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.
Friday
“It’s for Mom and Me: Valentine Fun” - For ages 4-6. Enjoy making a heart picture frame, heart necklace, and gift card. 9:30-11 a.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $12. 625-6200.
Baby Lapsit (Valley) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. Free. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.
Candy on Ice - A kick-off pep rally for Campfire USA’s annual candy fundraiser. Enjoy singing, cheering and life-size candy mascots performing on ice. 5:30 p.m., Riverfront Park Ice Palace, 507 N. Howard St. 747-6191, ext. 20.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Free. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. 444-5356; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; East Side, 524 S. Stone St. 444-5375; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes. 444-5395. 10:30 a.m.
Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Free. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. 444-5356; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. 444-5390; East Side, 524 S. Stone St. 444-5375; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes. 444-5395. 10 a.m.
Valentine’s Manners Matter - For homeschooled children ages 6-12. Learn social etiquette. Please bring a lunch. Cake and punch will be served. Pre-registration is required. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $21. 625-6200.
Youth Cooking Class - For ages 9-13. Sponsored by the City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Learn how to make chili and cornbread. Pre-registration is required. 6-8:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $22. 625-6200.
Saturday
“Exploring Printmaking on Glass” - For ages 13-18. Presented by the Spokane Art School. 1-4 p.m., The Clay Connection, 714 E. Sprague Ave. $85; Scholarships are available. 328-0900.
“It’s for Mom and Me: Valentine Fun” - For ages 4-6. Enjoy making a heart picture frame, heart necklace, and gift card. 9:30-11 a.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $12. 625-6200.
Babysitting Basics - For ages 10-15 who are interested in babysitting. This course covers infant and toddler care, safety, first aid, CPR, discipline issues as well as sitter responsibilities. Pre-registration required. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Valley Health and Education Center, Spokane Valley. $40. 232-8138.
Family MACFest: Cultural Friendships - Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture partnered with the regional tribes to organize the free celebration with music, dance, and hands-on activities that celebrate the region’s American Indian culture. Sponsored by Spokane Teachers Credit Union. Noon-3 p.m., Northern Quest Casino, Kalispel Tribe’s Event Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. 456-3931.
Family Movie: “Spirited Away (PG)” - Watch this animated fantasy about a young girl who becomes lost in a strange spirit-world and must rescue her parents from danger. Free. 2 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 444-5385.
Personalized Valentines Workshops - For ages 3-11. Create a Valentine frame card, a personalized note holder card, heart-shaped cards, and more using beads, clay, ribbons, and various other materials. Pre-registration is required. 10:30 a.m.-noon. Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $12. 625-6200.
Valentine Gifts Workshop - For ages 3-11. Create your own Valentine’s Day heart pins and gift boxes. Pre-registration is required. 1-2:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $12. 625-6200.
Valentine’s Celebration - Enjoy storytime, make a craft, and have a treat. Free. 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E Indiana Ave, Spokane. 922-4104.
Sunday
Lilac Coronation - Celebrating its 70th year and presenting the Royalty Scholarship Coronation with scholarships awarded. 3:30 p.m., Spokane Masonic Temple, 1108 W. Riverside Ave. $10. 325-SEAT.
Monday
Baby Lapsit (North) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months. Free. 10:30 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350.
Toddler Storytime (Valley) - For ages 18 months-3 years. Free. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.
Tuesday
Family Story Evening - All ages are welcome. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their favorite blanket or stuffed toy. Free. Library locations include: North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road 893-8350; Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400. 7 p.m.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Free. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main St. 444-5356; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400.
Storytime (Fairfield) - For ages 2-5. Free. 10:30 a.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St. 893-8320.
Toddler Storytime (Downtown) - For ages 18 months-3 years. Free. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main St. 444-5356.
Wednesday
After-school Specials (Medical Lake) - Explore West Africa through stories, crafts and games. Learn about a different culture each month. Free. 4 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St. 893-8330.
AVP Hot Winter Nights - Association of Volleyball Professionals presents its first indoor volleyball national tour. Intense three-hour competition and beach festival, with more than 200 tons of luxurious sand on the Spokane Arena floor. Two-player teams competing in round robin play format with many world Olympic Gold medalists. 7 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $15-$65. ticketswest.com; 325-SEAT.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Free. Library locations and times include: 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. 893-8400; 11 a.m., North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350; Cheney, 610 First St. 893-8280; Deer Park, 208 S. Forest Ave. 893-8476.
Science with Sandy and Magali: Here is my Heart - For ages 4-9. Learn about your heart. 3:30-5 p.m., Mobius, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. $14. 624-KIDS.
Storytime - For ages 2-5. Free. Library locations and times include: 10 a.m., Medical Lake, 321 E. Herb St. 893-8330; 10:30 a.m., Argonne, 4322 N. Argonne Road. 893-8260.
Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Free. Library locations include: North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. 893-8350; Deer Park, 208 S. Forest Ave. 893-8476. 10 a.m.