Family calendar

Ongoing

All Star Cheerleading Classes & Teams - For ages 4-18, presented by Build It Athletix. Mondays and Wednesdays. 5:30-8 p.m., Spokane Elite Gymnastics, 5615 E. Broadway Ave. $58-$78/month. 389-4028.

“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. 325-SEAT.

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

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. 487-6540.

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

Silverwood Theme Park - Admission to the park includes all rides, attractions and shows. May: Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday and May 31, 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Monday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Special events: Saturday-Monday, American Heroes Weekend, all military personnel, police officers and firefighters with ID receive free admission to the park and immediate family members are half-price general admission at the front gate. 27843 North Highway 395, 15 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene, Athol. $36.99/general, $19.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older, free/ages 2 and younger. Two-day passes: $55.99/adults, $31.99/ages 3-7 and seniors ages 65 and older. Tax not included in admission fee. $4/parking. (208) 683-3400.

Spokane Junior Soccer - Ages 4 to 9, sign-up for youth soccer at www.SpokaneSoccer.org. 9116 E. Sprague Ave., #138. $50. 747-5017.

Spokane Soccer - Register for the Fall 2008/Spring 2009 season. Deadline is July 15. Call for location. $50 registration fee. 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. 924-7661.

Storytime at Borders - Recommended for children 18 months to 3 years old. Held every Saturday. Visit www.bordersstores.com. 11:30 a.m., Borders Books & Music, 9980 N Newport Hwy. Free. 466-2231.

Today

Author Michael Harmon - Local young-adult author of “Skate” will present his latest novel, “The Last Exit to Normal.” 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Liberty Cafe, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. 838-0206.

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

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

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

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. 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. $5 at the door. 228-5306.

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

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

Saturday

“York” - Based on the life of William Clark’s slave/manservant who was the only African American member of the Lewis and Clark Expedition. This presentation is suitable for children ages 12 and older. An award-winning one-man play written by David Casteal and Bryan Harnetiaux and performed by David Casteal. Sponsored by a Teaching American History Grant administered by ESD 101 and Eastern Washington University. 2-4 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, Eric A. Johnston Memorial Auditorium, 2316 W. First Ave. $5. 456-3931.

Cooper’s Corner Safety Fair - Enjoy an interactive safety fair. Hosted by Mobius Kids and various community partners including: Spokane Transit Authority, Spokane Police Department, Avista Utilities, Spokane Public Schools, the Traffic Safety Commission, Eastern Washington University Police Department, and the Spokane Fire Department. Noon-3 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. Admission is $5.75/person; Free/children 12 months of age and younger; Senior and military personnel receive a $1 discount. 624-KIDS (5437).

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

Sunday

Scandinavian Heritage Luncheon - Find out about genealogy, history, sports and more. Reservations needed by May 21. 1 p.m., Sons of Norway Tordenskjord Lodge, 6710 N. Country Homes Blvd. 326-9211.