family calendar

Tuesday

Co-op Kids - Children and their caregivers are invited to enjoy free activities, with snacks and materials donated by the Moscow Food Co-op. Meet at Friendship Square for outdoor activities. 9 a.m., Moscow Food Co-op Cafe, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-8537

Tap Grandmas’ Annual Recital - With the Spring Chicks cloggers. To support extracurricular activities for homeless schoolchildren. 7-8:30 p.m., Southside Senior Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $5 donation at the door. (509) 624-4758, (509) 499-5813

Waldorf School Main Lesson Tour - Information on Waldorf education and curriculum. 8:30-10:30 a.m., Sandpoint Waldorf School, 2007 Sandpoint West Drive, Sandpoint. Free. (208) 265-2683

Wednesday

“Hansel & Gretel” and “The Toymaker” - Presented by Sandpoint Charter School. 7 p.m., Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint. (208) 263-9191

Thursday

“Project Hope” - Written, directed and performed by drama students in the Ferris High School theater arts department, shedding light on the topic of family and intimate partner abuse. Benefits the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. Today-Friday, 7 p.m., Ferris High School, 3020 E. 37th Ave. $4/advance, $6/door. (509) 354-6006

“The Magic of Getting Kids to Listen” - Hosted by Spokane Child Abuse Network (SCAN). This parent education class will discuss how to control obnoxious behavior. Curriculum is based on the book, “1-2-3 Magic” by Thomas W. Phalen. Child care available. Registration required. 4-6 p.m., East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone St. Free. (509) 458-7445

After-School Specials - Make your own book. 4 p.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., (509) 893-8280; Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., (509) 893-8390. Free.

Coeur d’Alene Youth Marimbas Dinner and Music Concert - Performances by Bryan and Winton choruses plus Coeur d’Alene Youth Marimbas, to support a youth trip to Zimbabwe Music Festival in Boulder, Colo. Silent auction and raffle. 5:30-7:30 p.m., Bryan Elementary School, 802 E. Harrison Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Dinner: $4.50/adults, $3/children age 10 and under. (208) 667-3361

Spokane Area Children’s Chorus Concert - “Honor the Earth.” 7 p.m., St. Aloysius Church, 330 E. Boone Ave. Call for ticket information. (509) 624-7992

Swing in the Cathedral for Military Families - Music by Tuxedo Junction Big Band. To benefit Operation Spokane Heroes and the Guard’s Family Assistance Centers to provide financial aid to financially strained military personnel and their families. 7 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. $10. (509) 838-6131, (509) 325-SEAT

Friday

“The Magical Music of Walt Disney” - The Spokane Symphony performs music from Disney movies, along with visuals from the Disney vault. 7:30 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $32-$37/adults, $14/children. (509) 325-SEAT, (509) 624-1200.

Camp Dart-Lo Family Night - Meet the staff, tour camp, make s’mores, play games and learn about the summer schedule. Free to attend, barbecue dinner $5/person, $20/family. 6-8 p.m., 14000 N. Dartford Drive. (509) 747-6191

God’s Closet - Choose and receive gently used children’s clothing (baby items and children’s clothing up to size 12). Today and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Central SDA Church Fellowship Hall, 804 W. Spofford Ave. $1. (509) 991-4541

Lilac City Figure Skating Club - “Legends on Ice” show. Today, 7 p.m.; Saturday, 2 and 7 p.m. Eagle’s Ice-Arena, 6321 N. Addison St. $5. (509) 230-6201

St. Mary’s Family Night Carnival - Booths, jumping castle, cakewalk, silent auction and face-painting. 2:45-7 p.m., St. Mary’s Catholic School gym, 14601 E. Fourth Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 924-4300

Saturday

Fairies and Wizards Kids Festival - Presented by the Corbin Art Center. For children ages 6-11. Enjoy game and craft tables, listen to a story, make your own wizard hat or fairy wings and tour the Moore-Turner Heritage Gardens. Preregistration required. 9-11:30 a.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $15. (509) 625-6677

Fire Truck Tour - For children ages 3-5 and their parents. See a fire truck and talk to real firefighters. Registration required. 10-11 a.m., South Hill Spokane Fire Department, 1807 S. Ray St. $14/adult and child; $5/additional child. (509) 625-6200

Hannah Montana Rock the World Party - Make your own DVD from Hannah’s music and visit the salon for a star photo shoot. Proceeds benefit children’s programs in the Hillyard community. Preregistration is required. 1-3 p.m., Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $22. (509) 482-0708, (509) 625-6200.

Poe Kids’ Day 2009 - Bring the family and ride or operate dump trucks, loaders, graders – all kinds of heavy construction equipment – and enjoy food and activities. First 200 kids receive hard hats. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County. Tickets available at D.A. Davidson & Co. - Coeur d’Alene, Post Falls Chamber of Commerce, Boys & Girls Club of Kootenai County. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 2732 N. Beck Road, Post Falls. $8/child. (509) 457-9089

Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade - 71st annual event with Lilac queen and princesses, floats, school bands and more. 7:45 p.m., through streets of downtown Spokane. Free. (509) 535-4554

Spokane Tribe Cultural Day - Join the Spokane Tribe at Mobius Kids to celebrate Native American culture and enjoy traditional dancing, music, crafts and other activities. 1-3 p.m., Mobius Children’s Museum, lower level of River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. $5.75/adults, $4.75/seniors and military, free/children 12 months and younger. (509)-624-5437

Sunday

“Cocktails with Mimi” - Spring play. 3 p.m., Gonzaga Preparatory School, 1224 E. Euclid Ave. $5/adults, $4/students. (509) 483-8511

AJ’s Tails & Trails Fun Dog Walk and 5K Run - Family-oriented fundraiser. Participants may run or walk with or without a pet; dogs must remain on a leash and be up-to-date on vaccinations. Call for start time and register early online. Woodland Middle School and Prairie Trail, Coeur d’Alene. $25/pledge to receive T-shirt. (208) 772-4019

Spokane Youth Symphony - “Here Comes the Sun,” final concert of the season performed entirely by the senior orchestra. 4 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $14/adults, $12/seniors, $10/children. (509) 448-4446