Things to do

Mon., Jan. 21, 2008

The Spokesman-Review

Ongoing

Corbin Art Center Youth Classes - A variety of classes will be offered for children ages 3-12. 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. $38-$47. (509) 625-6200.

“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. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Runs through May 15. 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.

Riverfront Park Ice Palace - Ice skating outdoors. 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. 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. (509) 625-6600.

Spring Soccer - Sign-up for spring soccer. Coed micro soccer games for ages 4-7 and age 8 and older. Practices at nearby schools and/or parks. Runs through April 5. 9116 E. Sprague Ave. #138. $35-$45. (509) 747-5017 or (509) 924-7661.

Today

“Exploring Printmaking” - A family event. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Spokane Art School, 920 N. Howard St. Free. (509) 328-0900.

Martin Luther King Day at 2nd Look Books - Reading and activities for children, grades K-3. 1-2:30 p.m., 2829 E. 29th (Lincoln Heights Shopping Center). Free. (509) 535-6464.

Young Ladies and Gentlemen’s Class - An etiquette class for ages 7-12. Pre-registration is required. 1-4 p.m., Palm Court Dining Room, The Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. $42. (509) 625-6200.

Tuesday

Drop-In Knitting Class - Enjoy knitting and crocheting with others. Please bring your own project or needles and yarn. For ages 10 and older. 4 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.

Elementary School Choral Concert - Presented by Spokane Public elementary schools. 7 p.m., Ferris High School. Free.

Math Explorers: Counting Fun with Gummi Bears - For ages 4-7. Practice counting and adding in this creative class. 2-3 p.m., Mobius, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. $10. (509) 624-KIDS.

Spokane Junior Wrestling Sign-Up - For children ages 5-12. Register for this developmental wrestling program. Practices are two times a week between 6 and 7 p.m. and program includes four tournaments. $50, includes tournament fees, club T-shirt, insurance and more. Call (509) 220-2348 for registration locations.

Wednesday

Preschool Storytime - For children 3-5 years of age. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400; 11 a.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St. (509) 893-8280; North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 893-8350;

Thursday

Music Together Classes - For children 6 mos.-6 years of age. Class is 10 weeks. Holy Names Music Center, 3910 W. Custer Drive. $195. (509) 326-9516.

Friday

Youth Cooking Class - For ages 9-13. Learn how to make taco salad and salsa. Pre-registration is required. 6-8:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $22. (509) 625-6200.

Saturday

Kids’ Health Sports Day - Meet with local representatives from the YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Spokane Youth Sports Association, and Spokane Valley Soccer to learn more about their facilities and programs. Noon-2 p.m., Joe’s Sports, Outdoor, and More, 13902 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 227-7110.

Yu-Gi-Oh - Phantom Darkness Sneak Preview - See the new cards and make new friends. These events are open to all players and are run using the Swiss pairing format and the Open play format. Registration at 10 a.m. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $20. (503) 764-9871.

Sunday

College Goal Sunday - Get assistance with filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. All participants should bring a Social Security number, driver’s license, or state identification; any financial records related to income; and a FAFSA pin number if available. 2 p.m., Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Free. (509) 533-3500.

It’s Great to Skate Clinic - Sponsored by Lilac City Figure Skating Club. This clinic is open to all beginning, hockey, figure skating, and adult skaters. The clinic includes free ice time, skate rental and instruction. 1-3 p.m., Eagles Ice Arena, 6321 N. Addison St. (509) 701-5477 or (509) 991-7804.

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