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Today

Alter This! (North) - For teens. Create art from damaged books using fabric, paint, chalk, crayons, paper, scissors, glue, and more. Snacks and supplies provided. 7 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Amphibians All Around (Otis Orchards) - Enjoy frog songs, toad crafts and more. 2 p.m., Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 893-8390.

Baby Lapsit (Moran Prairie) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months of age. 10:30 a.m., Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

Comics with Lars Brown (Indian Trail) - For teens. Learn about the process of writing and drawing comics with this local graphic novel author. 3:30 p.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes. Free. (509) 444-5331.

Play and Learn Storytime - For children age 2-5. Enjoy stories, songs and fingerplays that explore the concepts of math, science, art and literacy. Parents and caregivers are asked to join in for the entire 60 minutes. Library locations include: Cheney, 610 First St. (509) 893-8280; Otis Orchards, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave. (509) 893-8390. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Poems with Ken Nesbitt (Shadle) - Appropriate for school-age children. Part of Summer Reading program. Held at 2 and 3:30 p.m. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5331.

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

Preschool Storytime (North) - For children 3-5 years of age. 11 a.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Ruby Devine in Concert (Hillyard) - Enjoy American folk songs. For children in grades K-5. 3:30 p.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free. (509) 444-5331.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Tri-City Dust Devils. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.

Storytime (Airway Heights) - For children 2-5 years of age. 10:30 a.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St. Free. (509) 893-8250.

Summer Music Workshops - Hosted by Family School of Music. Children and adults are invited to experiment with a variety of instruments while learning basic music theory and skills. For more information or to register, visit www.familyschoolofmusic.com. Cornerstone Christian Academy, 1801 E. 29th Ave. Free.

Time Capsule of Fun (Cheney) - Presented by the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. Look at genuine old toys, historic artifacts and photos. Held at 2 and 3 p.m. Cheney Library, 610 First St. Free. (509) 893-8280.

Toddler Storytime - For children 18 months-3 years of age. Library locations and times include: 10 a.m., North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 893-8350; 10:30 a.m., Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400. Free.

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

Ongoing

“Be Creative at Your Library!” - Summer reading program presented by Spokane County Library District and Spokane Public Library. Enjoy storytimes, crafts and more. Children and teens who read or listen to 15 books or read for 15 hours throughout the summer will receive a prize. For more information, visit www.summer readingspokane.org. Runs through Aug. 31. Free. (509) 444-5307.

“Stone Soup” - Presented by Theater Arts for Children. Directed by Paige Wamsley. Shows Friday-Saturday and July 24-July 25 at 7 p.m.; Sunday and July 26 at 2 p.m. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. $7/age 13 and older; $5/age 12 and younger. (509) 892-5413.

Free Child ID Kits and Fundraiser - Presented by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Spokane-area families and Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Inc. Red Robin restaurants will give away free child ID kits with the purchase of a kids’ menu item. In addition, 50 cents of every kids’ meal will be donated to NCMEC’s child safety initiatives. Red Robin locations include: North Spokane, 9904 N. Newport Highway; Downtown Spokane, 725 W. Main Ave.; Spokane Valley, 14736 E. Indiana Ave.; Coeur d’Alene, 1501 W. Riverstone Drive. Runs through Sunday. (303) 846-6108.

Free Family Film Festival - Spokane Valley Mall Cinemas - Movies play at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Thursday, “Tale of Despereaux” (G); and “Kung Fu Panda” (PG); Tuesday-Thursday, “Everyone’s Hero” (G); and “Surf’s Up” (PG); July 28-30, “Doogal” (PG); and “Journey to the Center of the Earth” (PG); Aug. 4-6, “Mr. Magorium’s Wonder Emporium” (G); and “Bee Movie” (PG); Aug. 11-13, “Mr. Bean’s Holiday”(G); “Alvin & the Chipmunks” (PG); Aug. 18-20, “Space Chimps” (G); and “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” (PG). 10 a.m., Spokane Valley Mall Cinemas, 14760 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (800) 326-3264.

Free Summer Movies at the Garland Theater - Thursday-Friday, “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” (PG); July 20-24, “Hotel for Dogs” (PG); July 27-31, “The Tale of Despereaux” (G); Aug. 3-7, “Marley and Me” (PG). No outside food or drinks allowed. Runs through Aug. 7. 9:30 a.m., Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. (509) 327-1050.

Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture - Out of this World: “Extraordinary Costumes from Film and Television”: The traveling exhibit features more than 30 costumes and related objects from science fiction films and television programs such as, “Star Wars,” “Blade Runner,” “Terminator,” “Star Trek,” “Battlestar Galactica” and “Batman.” Examine how costume design incorporates color, style, scale, materials, historical traditions and cultural cues to help performers and audiences engage with the characters being portrayed. Noon-4 p.m., come dressed in your favorite science fiction character’s costume and win a prize for children and adults. Runs through Sept. 5. 2316 W. First Ave. $7/adults, $5/seniors and students with ID, free/age 5 and younger. (509) 456-3931.

Riverfront Park Pavilion Attractions - The Looff Carrousel and Spokane Falls Skyride operate daily, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., open until 10 p.m. Fridays-Saturdays. Day passes are $15.49 for all ages, summer season passes are $48.99. Runs through Sept. 7. Riverfront Park. Carrousel: $2/adults and teens, $1.25/seniors, military and ages 12 and younger. Skyride: $7.25/adults, $6.25/ages 13-17, seniors and military, $4/ages 3-12, free/ages 2 and younger. Tour Train, $4.50. (509) 625-6600.

Soccer League Sign-up - Outdoor soccer league for ages 4 to 10 for Fall 2009/Spring 2010. Runs through Aug. 31. 9116 E. Sprague Ave., Suite 138. $50. (509) 747-5017.

Splashdown - Family waterpark. Open daily through Sept. 7. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., and until 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays; noon-6 p.m. on Sundays. 11127 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. $12.99/48 inches and under; $15.99/over 48 inches; Free for ages two and younger and seniors age 65 and older, $14/viewing pass with $7 refund. (509) 924-3079.

Spokane Teen Videofest - Spokane County youth, ages 14-19, can register for the chance to win up to $1,000 by creating 3-5 minute videos about teen health issues. Register by Aug. 10 at www.thedailyrisk.com or call Mishelle at (509) 324-1494. Runs through Aug. 10. Spokane Regional Health District:, 1101 W. College Ave., No. 360. Free. (509) 324-1494.

Spokane Valley Heritage Museum - “Apollo 11, One Small Step.” The historic walk on the moon by Neil Armstrong was 40 years ago. Come see artifacts, photos and get to know the moon. Hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Wednesdays-Saturdays. Runs through Oct. 31. 12114 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. $5/adults, $4/seniors, $3/age 18 and younger. (509) 922-4570.

Summer Jobs - Blue Door players will get suggestions of actual summer jobs held by audience members to improvise comedic scenes. All ages welcome. Show Fridays through July 31. 8 p.m., Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.

U-pick lavender - Daily through Sunday. Visit www.leisurelavender.com for details. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Leisure Lavender Farm, 3529 N. Lynden Road. (509) 226-3071.

Women’s and Children’s Free Restaurant - Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 4:15-5:45 p.m. and Fridays, 12:30-2:30 p.m. with take-out from 1-3 p.m. Runs through Sept. 25. St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1620 N. Monroe St. (509) 324-1995.

Friday

Amphibians All Around (Valley) - Enjoy frog songs, toad crafts and more. 2 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.

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.

Horse and Carriage Rides - Friday evenings in July and August. Travels through downtown Spokane, guests receive a complimentary rose, as well as a sheet of dining specials at some of downtown’s restaurants. Sponsored by the Spokane Teachers Credit Union and the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District. First come, first served. No Reservations. 4-10 p.m., corner of Wall Street at Main Avenue. $5/person, free/age 8 and younger with a paid adult. (509) 456-0580, ext. 102.

Poems with Ken Nesbitt (Downtown) - Appropriate for school-age children. Part of Summer Reading program. 2 p.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 444-5331.

Preschool Storytime - For children three to five years of age. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356; East Side, 524 S. Stone St.; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes. (509) 444-5395. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Tri-City Dust Devils. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.

Spokane Valley Anime Club - For children sixth-grade or older. Watch anime episodes, eat snacks and more. 4 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.

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

Saturday

“Twilight” - Based on Stephenie Meyer’s book. 3 p.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.

Author Sharon Cramer - Book signing of the first in a series of children’s stories called the “Cougar Cub Tales.” In the first story “Cougar Cub Tales: Lost and Alone,” two cougar cubs learn a valuable lesson about forgiveness and the importance of family. Noon-2 p.m., Aunties Bookstore main floor, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Bugs and Blooms - Gardening for Individuals with Disabilities - For age 12 and older. Learn about different types of bugs and plants and flowers that attract insects. Registration is required. 1-2:15 p.m., Spokane Valley YMCA Greenhouse, 2421 N. Discovery Place. $14. (509) 625-6200.

Cherry Celebration – Visit www.greenbluffgrowers.com for map of growers. Green Bluff.

Northwest Renaissance Festival - Enjoy entertainment including gypsies, the mud show, Whip Show, Variety Puppet show, nine-foot Ogre, foot-stomping music, jousting tournaments, quadrille and more. 11 a.m.-7 p.m., 6493 Highway 291, 18 miles north of Spokane, between mile markers 18 and 19, Nine Mile Falls. (509) 276-7728.

Rockford Farmers Market - Every Saturday in Rockford Park on First Street. To reach Rockford head south on Highway 27 from Spokane Valley. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Rockford Park.

Singing Nuns Courtyard Concert - Tours of the historic building start every 20 minutes, beginning at 4 p.m. The outdoor concert takes place at 7 p.m. Enjoy the beautiful grounds, shop at the booths and giftshop, visit with the Sisters, picnic on the lawn or purchase concessions, and take in the pre-show. Bring your own lawn chairs. 4 p.m., Mount Saint Michael, 8500 N. St. Michaels Road. $5/person: $15/car; $30/van. (509) 467-0986, ext. 121.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Everett AquaSox. Saturday-Wednesday. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.

Wiggles Go Bananas - Music show for children. Shows at 1:30 and 5 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $15-$30. (509) 624-1200.

Sunday

Cherry Celebration - Visit www.greenbluffgrowers.com for map of growers. Green Bluff.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Everett AquaSox. Saturday-Wednesday. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.

Monday

Girl Scouts Summer Science in the Park - All school-age girls are invited to take part in a no-cost program, doing hands-on science activities. They will launch bottle rockets, explore gravity, discover polymers, and investigate air pressure. 1:30-2:30 p.m., Mirabeau Point Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 747-8091, ext. 230.

Girl Scouts Summer Science in the Park - All school age girls are invited to take part in a no-cost program, doing hands-on science activities. They will launch bottle rockets, explore gravity, discover polymers, and investigate air pressure. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Terrace View Park, 13525 E. 24th Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 747-8091, ext. 230.

Living History Fur Trade Encampment - Visit the years 1810-1826. Talk with traders, voyageurs, trappers, Metis and Indian Daughters of the Country. Visit camps and lodges, see flintlock guns, tools, equipment, leather goods, hand-stitched clothing, flintlock demonstrations, period music and games. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Riverside State Park, Spokane House and Interpretive Center. (509) 226-0480.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Everett AquaSox. Saturday-Wednesday. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.

Tuesday

Girl Scouts Summer Science in the Park - All school-age girls are invited to take part in a no-cost program, doing hands-on science activities. They will launch bottle rockets, explore gravity, discover polymers, and investigate air pressure. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Terrace View Park, 13525 E. 24th Ave., Spokane Valley; 1:30 p.m., Edgecliff Park, 800 S. Park Road. Free. (509) 747-8091, ext. 230.

Living History Fur Trade Encampment - Visit the years 1810-1826. Talk with traders, voyageurs, trappers, Metis and Indian Daughters of the Country. Visit camps and lodges, see flintlock guns, tools, equipment, leather goods, hand-stitched clothing, flintlock demonstrations, period music and games. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Riverside State Park, Spokane House and Interpretive Center. (509) 226-0480.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Everett AquaSox. Saturday-Wednesday. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.

Wednesday

Girl Scouts Summer Science in the Park - All school-age girls are invited to take part in a no-cost program, doing hands-on science activities. They will launch bottle rockets, explore gravity, discover polymers, and investigate air pressure. 9:30-10:30 a.m., Terrace View Park, 13525 E. 24th Ave., Spokane Valley; 1:30-2:30 p.m., Mirabeau Point Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 747-8091, ext. 230.

Spokane Indians Baseball - vs. Everett AquaSox. Saturday-Wednesday. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St. (509) 535-2922.