Things to do

Mon., May 19, 2008

The Spokesman-Review

Ongoing

“Anne of Green Gables” - The Central Valley High School Theatre Department closes its 2007-08 season with the classic children’s story. Runs Wednesday-Saturday and May 28-31, 7:30 p.m., Central Valley High School, 821 S. Sullivan Road. $7. (509) 228-5218.

“Annie” - Presented by the Spokane Children’s Theatre. Friday and May 30, 7 p.m.; Saturday, June 1 and 8, 1 p.m.; May 31 and June 7, 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Spokane Community College, Lair Auditorium, 1810 N. Greene St. $10/adults, $8/age 18 and younger. (509) 325-SEAT.

Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” - Presented by Christian Youth Theater Spokane. Performances Friday-Saturday and May 30-31 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 31 and June 1 at 3 p.m., and discounted matinees on Saturday at 3 p.m. and May 31 at noon. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $9/adults, $8/seniors/children, $6/discounted matinees. (509) 487-6540.

Lifeguard Clinic - For high school and college students. Learn how to become a lifeguard. Class runs through June 1. Eastern Washington University. $100. (509) 359-2206.

Spokane Junior Soccer - Ages 4 to 9, sign-up for youth soccer at www.SpokaneSoccer.org. 9116 E. Sprague Ave., No. 138. $50. (509) 747-5017.

Spokane Soccer - Register for the fall 2008/spring 2009 season. Deadline is July 15. Call for location. $50 registration fee. (509) 747-5017.

Spokane Valley Summer Soccer – Camps held weekly July 14 to Aug. 15, sponsored by Valley Youth Soccer. Visit www.VYSOCCER.org. 3303 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. $45/week. (509) 924-7661.

Storytime at Borders - Recommended for children 18 months-3 years of age. Free. Held every Saturday. Visit www.bordersstores.com. Runs 11:30 a.m., Borders Books & Music, 9980 N Newport Highway. (509) 466-2231.

Today

Combating Childhood Obesity - Learn more about the physical and mental complications of childhood obesity and how to reduce your child’s risk of obesity. Pre-registration is required. Noon-1 p.m., Valley Hospital, Health and Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 232-8138.

Princess Night - Girls age 4-7 will enjoy a Cinderella waltz lesson, a Sleeping Beauty facial and a Snow White nail treatment. Pre-registration is required. 6:30-7:30 p.m., Northeast Youth Center II, 2121 E. Wabash Ave. $9. (509) 482-0708.

Tuesday

After-school Specials - Explore Polynesia through stories, crafts, and games. Learn about a different culture each month; 4 p.m., free. Library locations include: Airway Heights, 1213 S. Lundstrom St. (509) 893-8250; Fairfield, 305 E. Main St. (509) 893-8320.

Parenting Class - seven-week class for military veterans, guard and reserve personnel in any stage of parenting. Offered by the Veterans Outreach Center and based on the book “Growing Up Again.” All books, supplies and refreshments provided. Sorry, no child care available. Veterans Outreach Center, 100 N. Mullan Road, Suite 102. (509) 444-8387.

Preschool Storytime (Downtown) - For children 3-5 years of age. 10:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main St. Free. (509) 444-5356.

Toddler Storytime (Downtown) - For children 18 months-3 years of age. Free. 10 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main St. (509) 444-5356.

Wednesday

After-school Specials (Argonne) - Explore Polynesia through stories, crafts, and games. Learn about a different culture each month; 4 p.m., free. Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road. (509) 893-8260.

College Bound Scholarship Program Information Meeting - Learn about the College Bound Scholarship program for middle schoolers. Dinner will be provided. All parents/guardians of a middle school students are invited to attend. Families with foster youths and students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals are particularly urged to attend. The scholarship application deadline is June 1 for eighth-graders. 6 p.m., Rogers High School, 1622 E. Wellesley Ave. (509) 354-5900.

Thursday

Beyond Words Benefit Breakfast - Raises funds for RiteCare Spokane, a Scottish Rite Masonic Charity, to continue free speech therapy services for children ages 2-7. 8 a.m., Spokane Athletic Club. $100. (509) 838-2310.

Preschool Storytime - For children 3-5 years of age. Free. Library locations include: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Storytime - For children 18 months-3 years of age. Free. Library locations include: South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10 a.m.

West Valley Community Appreciation Block Party - The annual event hosted by the West Valley board of directors includes a free spaghetti dinner, games, prizes, student performances and free family photos. 5-8 p.m., West Valley High School, 8301 E. Buckeye. (509) 922-5488.

Friday

An Evening with Lirico - The Lirico Chamber Singers of University High School will perform more than 35 selections. The select group of vocalists includes several soloists. 7 p.m., University High School, 12420 E. 32nd Ave., Spokane Valley. $5 at the door. (509) 228-5306.

Preschool Storytime - For children 3-5 years of age. Free. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356 ; East Side, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes (509) 444-5395; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry (509) 444-5385; and Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10:30 a.m.

Toddler Storytime - For children 18 months-3 years of age. Free. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356 ; East Side, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes (509) 444-5395; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry (509) 444-5385; and Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10 a.m.

Saturday

Peeps Party - Make a garland out of assorted Peeps, jelly beans and satin ribbon. 11 a.m., Aunties Bookstore, Second Floor Conference Room, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Sunday

Scandinavian Heritage Luncheon - Find out about genealogy, history, sports and more. Reservations needed by Wednesday. 1 p.m., Sons of Norway Tordenskjord Lodge, 6710 N. Country Homes Blvd. (509) 326-9211.

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