Family Calendar

Thu., Aug. 12, 2010

Today

Browne’s Addition Summer Concerts - 6-8 p.m. Camille Bloom, edgy acoustic rock from Seattle. Coeur d’Alene Park in Browne’s Addition. Free. (509) 218-9398.

“The Four Princes” - Spokane Civic Theatre Summer Academy musical where modern problems threaten classic fairy tales. Shows at 7 p.m. All ages. Spokane Civic Theatre, Main Stage, 1020 N. Howard St. $14. (509) 325-2507 or (800) 325-SEAT.

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.

Play and Learn Storytime (Otis Orchards) - For ages 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. 10:30 a.m. Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards. Free. (509) 893-8390.

Toddler Play and Learn Storytime (Valley) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 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. 10:30 a.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Kayak Open Pool - For ages 15 and older. Bring your boat and practice in the Witter Aquatic Center. Pre-registration is required. 7-9 p.m. Witter Aquatic Center, East Mission Avenue and Upriver Drive. $10. (509) 625-6200.

Friday

Goodguys Ninth Great Northwest Nationals - More than 1,500 rods, customs, classics and muscle cars through 1972. There will be a swap meet, vendors, live entertainment and more. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St, Spokane Valley. $15/general, $6/ages 7-12, free/age six and younger; parking is free. (925) 838-9876. Continues Saturday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.-3 p.m.

Free Outdoor Movies in Airway Heights – “Back to the Future” (PG). Sponsored by Motion Auto Supply. Sunset Park, Airway Heights. Free.

Free Outdoor Movies - Liberty Lake - “Harry Potter & the Prisoner of Azkaban,” rated PG. Movies shown at dusk. Pavillion Park, Country Vista Drive and Molter Road, Liberty Lake. Free. (509) 755-6726.

Free Horse and Carriage Rides - Friday evenings in August. Travels through downtown Spokane, sponsored by the Spokane Teachers Credit Union and the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District. First-come, first-served. No reservations. Corner of Wall Street at Main Avenue. Free. (509) 456-0580, ext. 102.

Food distribution - Second Harvest will distribute free food and fresh produce from its mobile food bank truck to anyone who needs it. No appointment or documentation is required and the distribution does not count as a food bank visit. Those seeking food are asked to bring their own box. Noon-2 p.m. Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road. (509) 924-2350.

Free Outdoor Movies - Liberty Lake - “Il Postino,” rated PG. Movies shown at dusk. Pavillion Park, Country Vista Drive and Molter Road, Liberty Lake. Free. (509) 755-6726.

Peach Festival - Every weekend through Sept. 6. Visit www.greenbluffgrowers.com for map of growers. Green Bluff, Mead.

Northwest Electric Fly-In - The annual gathering of electric model aircraft enthusiasts from throughout the Inland Empire. This is a casual get together for anyone who is interested in radio control model airplanes, helicopters, and other flying things. Visitors and spectators are welcome. An air show at noon each day will show just what an aircraft can do with a battery and an electric motor. Continues Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Highway 195 at Paradise Road, Cheney. $1. (509) 468-1623.

Garland Street Fair – “Wizard of Oz”-themed eighth annual event with local musicians on two stages from 10:30 a.m.-5:15 p.m. Featuring food, entertainment, arts, crafts and activities for all ages. Judy Garland impersonation contest and a Toto look-alike contest. Dog contestants arrive at 10 a.m. in front of Bark & Snip. Live improv comedy acts throughout the day at Blue Door Theatre; and showing of the 1978 hit “The Wiz” starring Michael Jackson and Diana Ross at the Garland Theatre. A classic car show will be held and funds benefit the Spokane Guilds School, $10 entry fee, (509) 327-2960 for signup. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Post St. at Garland Ave. (509) 324-2323.

Teddy Bear Clinic - Bring in your favorite stuffed animal for a check-up. Group Health providers will give your precious pal an annual exam and show you there is nothing to be scared of; 10 a.m.-noon. Mobius Kids, 808 W. Main Ave., Lower Level. Free with museum admission. (509) 624-KIDS.

Kids Day 2010 - Outdoor fair for children up to 12 years of age. Profit and nonprofit businesses will set up free activities including: a bean bag toss, inflatables, face painting, baseball games, basketball toss, coloring, karate demos and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 507 N. Howard St. Free. (509) 242-2668.

Book Lover’s Bingo - Come down for a few rounds of bingo. Winners will receive book-related goodies. 11 a.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Sunday

Peach Festival - Every weekend through Sept. 6. Visit www.greenbluffgrowers.com for map of growers. Green Bluff, Mead.

Walk for Wishes - Join the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the nonprofit that grants wishes to children with life-threatening medical conditions, for its second annual event. This family-friendly 5K walk for all fitness levels and ages. The course is accessible to strollers. Walkers are also encouraged to fundraise by obtaining donations from family, friends, co-workers, neighbors, etc. and if they register online they can create their own fundraising Webpage. Online registration or a downloadable registration form is now available at http://nwmakeawish. kintera.org/walkforwishes 8:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mirabeau Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. $40. (206) 623-5300.