Things to do
Ongoing
“Catch the Reading Bug at Your Library!” - Summer reading program hosted by Spokane County Library District and Spokane Public Library. Children can sign-up to receive a reading log to keep track of books they read or hear. Finishers of the program will receive a prize. Program runs through Aug. 31. (509) 444-5307.
Camp Dart-Lo Community Open Swim - Youths age 13 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Mondays-Fridays. 4-6 p.m., Camp Dart-Lo, 14000 N. Dartford Drive. $3/single swim time; $50 pass for 25 swims. (509) 747-6191.
Camp Dart-Lo Swim Lessons - Presented by the American Red Cross. Learn safety and build skills. Monday and Wednesday classes begin June 23; Tuesday and Thursday classes begin June 24. New classes begin every three weeks. Registration is due one week before class starts. 4-6 p.m., Camp Dart-Lo, 14000 N. Dartford Drive. $40 for six half-hour sessions. (509) 747-6191.
CYT Theatre Arts Classes - Register now for studio style dance classes for ages 4 and older. Classes include: tap, ballet, hip-hop, and swing. Adult swing classes will also be offered. Christian Youth Theatre, 6205 E. Mansfield, Suite A. (509) 487-6540.
Free Family Film Festival - Spokane Valley Mall Cinemas - Movies play at the same time every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. “Doogal” (G) and “Shrek the Third” (PG); 10 a.m., Spokane Valley Mall Cinemas, 14760 E. Indiana Ave. Free.
Free Kids Summer Movies at the Garland Theatre - Doors open at 9 a.m., show at 9:30 a.m. Monday-Friday, “The Spiderwick Chronicles,” rated PG. Garland Theatre, 924 W. Garland Ave. Free. (509) 327-1050.
Spokane Soccer - Register for the fall 2008/spring 2009 season. Deadline is July 15. Call for location. $50 registration fee. (509) 747-5017.
Valley Youth Soccer sign-up - Youth soccer sign-up for fall 2008/spring 2009 season. 9116 E. Sprague Ave., Suite 138, Spokane Valley. $55/ages 8 and older, $45/ages 4-7. (509) 924-7661.
Today
Baby Lapsit (North) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs and stories. For children up to 18 months of age. 10:30 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.
Barnes & Noble Storytime - Celebrate Flag Day with a story, crafts and treats. 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E Indiana Ave. Free. (509) 922-4104.
Tuesday
Family Story Evening - All ages are welcome. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas and bring their favorite blanket or stuffed toy. Library locations include: North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road (509) 893-8350; Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400. 7 p.m. Free.
Wednesday
Barnes & Noble Storytime - Book will be “Close to You,” written by Kimiko Kajikawa. Crafts and treats will be provided. 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E Indiana Ave. Free. (509) 922-4104.
Thursday
Spokane Valley Anime Club - For teens in grade 6 or above. Watch this month’s feature: “InuYasha the Movie 4: Fire on the Mystic Island” (rated PG-13). Snacks will be provided. 4 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.
Friday
Baby Lapsit (Valley) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs and stories. For children up to 18 months of age. 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.
Disney’s “Snow Buddies” - Free family movie. Join the puppies for their latest adventure in Alaska. Rated G. Free snacks will be offered. 7 p.m., Lidgerwood Presbyterian Church, 4449 N. Nevada St. (509) 487-9667.
Saturday
“The Wizard Rockumentary” - Appropriate for children sixth grade and older. Watch this movie made by twin sisters, Mallory and Megan Schuyler of Spokane, which documents the growing phenomenon of “Wizard Rock,” music inspired by the Harry Potter books. 3 p.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main St. Free. (509) 444-5336.
Barnes & Noble Storytime - Enjoy a book about summer, make a craft and have a treat. 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E Indiana Ave. Free. (509) 922-4104.
Chester Hills Pool Open House - The community pool will have free swimming and activities for kids. Food items will be available for purchase. Pool memberships are $165 per year, plus an initiation fee of $400 over four years and a $35 annual maintenance fee. Noon-3 p.m., Chester Hills Pool, 2008 S. Balfour Road. (509) 924-5172.
Central Valley High School Garage Sale - To raise money for new uniforms for the marching band. 8 a.m.-4 p.m., Central Valley High School, 821 S. Sullivan Road. (509) 228-5100.
Mobius Kids’ Gecko Fest - Event will feature gecko facts, crafts, and activities. The gecko-naming contest winner will be announced at 1:59 p.m. 1-3 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. $5.75/person; Free/children 12 months of age and younger; Senior and military personnel receive a $1 discount. (509) 624-KIDS (5437).
Medical Lake Founders Day - Activities include 3-on-3 basketball tournament, a parade, kid games, music, food, vendors, Trailblazer Triathlon and more. Saturday-Sunday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m., downtown Medical Lake at Lake and Broad streets. (509) 299-3682.
Youth Book Group - For children age 8-13. Discuss “Gregor and the Code of Claw,” written by Suzanne Collins. 2 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Youth Declare Yourself Day - Games, prizes, hip-hop dances, singing, cultural performances by local teens, and more. Sponsored by Cricket Wireless & PONY TALES Youth Services. 3-6 p.m., Riverfront Park. Free. (509) 979-4401.