EVENTS
Today
2010 Spokane International Auto Show - Sponsored by the Spokane New Car Dealers Association; 24 auto manufacturers representing Spokane’s new car dealers will be exhibiting the latest automotive technology. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Broadway at Havana St., Spokane Valley. $7/general, $6/seniors, free/age 12 and younger; admission good for all weekend. (509) 995-1100.
Spokane Chiefs Hockey - Vs. Everett for Washington’s Lottery Night. 3 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. (800) 325-SEAT.
Tuesday
HER Day - Registration is due today. Sponsored by Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho. Daylong event for middle and high school girls promoting self- esteem through healthy and responsible life choices. Various workshops will be offered including yoga, dance, nutrition, self-defense, skin care, rock climbing and creative writing. Guest of honor will be Kris Crocker, KXLY4’s chief meteorologist. HER Day will be Feb. 27, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Girl Scout membership is not required. Girl Scouts Program Center, 1404 N. Ash. $20 per person, includes lunch. Scholarships available. (800) 827-9478, Ext. 212.
Wednesday
Preschool Storytime - For children ages 3-5. Times and library locations are: 10:30 a.m., Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. (509) 893-8340; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390; 11 a.m., North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, (509) 893-8350. Free.
Barnes & Noble Storytime - Story will be “Tiger’s Adventures” by Nick Butterworth. Also make a craft and enjoy a treat. 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104.
Thursday
“Enchanted April” - Regional Theatre of the Palouse presents this Tony Award-nominated play written by Matthew Barber. Shows today-Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday at 2:30 p.m., RTOP Theatre, 122 N. Grand Ave., Pullman. Adults: $15 in advance, $17 at the door; Children: $8 in advance, $10 at the door. (509) 334-0750.
Spokane Valley Anime Club – For youth in grades 6 or above. Watch anime episodes, eat snacks and more. 4 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400.
Fancy Nancy Party - Appropriate for school-age children. Join in celebrating the character, Fancy Nancy. 4 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5331.
Friday
Monster Jam - Today and Saturday at 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday at 2 p.m., Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $18-$40. (800) 325-SEAT.
Jazz Concert and Auction - The Central Valley High School Band and Color Guard Boosters present “Jazz Under the Stars,” an evening of music, dessert and a silent auction. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Central Valley High School, 821 S. Sullivan Road. $5 students, $10 adults, $15 at the door. (509) 228-5100.
Movie: “October Sky” - Rated PG. Free snacks will be offered. 7 p.m., Lidgerwood Presbyterian Church, 4449 N. Nevada St. Free. (509) 487-9667.
Saturday
“Charlotte’s Web” - Directed by Judy Brender. Shows today and Sunday at 1 and 4 p.m.; Feb. 27 at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. (signing provided for the hearing impaired); Feb. 28 at 1 p.m., Community College Lair Auditorium, 1810 N. Greene St. $10/adults, $8/children. (800) 325-SEAT.
Spokane Golf Show - Golf seminars, retailers, area and regional golf courses and new equipment. Hours are today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Each paid admission will receive a round of golf from a variety of courses. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $10/adults, free/age 12 and younger. (509) 621-0125 or (800) 325-SEAT.
Blood and Guts - All ages. Learn about body parts, nutrition and more with Group Health. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. Free with museum admission. (509) 624-KIDS.
Pajama Party Storytime - Come to Auntie’s Bookstore in your pj’s and listen to some bedtime stories. 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
18th Annual Friendship Dance - Pow wow open to the public. Sponsored by the Kalispel, Coeur d’Alene, Spokane and Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Northern Quest Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. Free. (509) 456-3931.
Author A.T. Draxlir - Book signing of his children’s book “The Flower.” 1 p.m., Corner Bookstore, 106 W. Main St., Sandpoint. (888) 361-9473.
Crab Feed – Old-fashioned Crab Crack will benefit the West Valley track and field program. 5:30-7 p.m., West Valley High School, 8301 E. Buckeye Ave. $25. (509) 922-5488.
Music Showcase - The Inland Northwest Bluegrass Association presents its Music Showcase with Custer’s Grass Band, Prairie Flyer and HeartBreak Pass. 7-9:30 p.m., University High School, 12420 E. 32nd Ave. $5 adults; free for children 12 and under. (509) 891-8558.
Sunday
Ongoing
Before and After School Camps - For ages 5-12. Children will be provided with games, snacks and transportation to and from school. Schools served include: Sheridan, Stevens, Lincoln Heights, Franklin, Grant, Adams Elementary Schools and St. Aloysius School. Held Monday-Friday, 6:30-9 a.m. and 3-6 p.m. Registration is required. East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone St. $53 per week; state pay accepted. (509) 482-0708.
Eastside Little League - Registration is under way for Eastside Little League for ages 5-14. The registration deadline is Feb. 28. Late registrations are an additional $10 and must be received by March 13.Visit www. eastsidelittleleague.net. $95-$125. (509) 927-2255.
Free February H1N1 Vaccinations - Panhandle Health District will provide the vaccines for all ages on a walk-in basis from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Fridays through February at the PHD office. Panhandle Health District office in Hayden, 8500 N. Atlas Road, Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 415-5108.
Kids’ Winter Reading at the Coeur d’Alene Library - Children’s winter library programs include: Preschool Storytime for ages 3-5, Wednesdays from 10:30-11 a.m. and 1-1:30 a.m.; Tales for 2s and 3s, Tuesdays from 11-11:30 a.m.; Book Babies Lap-Sit for ages newborn to 2 accompanied by a parent or adult, Tuesdays from 10:15-10:45 a.m. and Fridays from 10:30-11 a.m.; Lonely Books Club for ages 9-12, Wednesday from 4-5 p.m.; Lego Club for ages 5-10, Thursdays from 4-5 p.m. Programs run through March 19. Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315, Ext. 438.
Spokane Junior Soccer - Sign up for ages 4-10 through Feb. 28 (late fees after Feb. 28). Outdoor games on Saturdays in April through May. 9116 E. Sprague Ave., No. 138, Spokane Valley. $40. (509) 747-5017.
Spring Soccer registration - Outdoor soccer league held in April and May with games on Saturdays. South Hill locations. $40. (509) 747-5017.
Upward Soccer - The Christian-based sports program is now accepting registrations for the spring season for children in fourth through the sixth grade. Early registration ends Feb. 27. Late registration ends March 5. Volunteer coaches and referees are also needed. Visit www.svwesleyan.org. $70 early registration, $80 late registration.
Valley Youth Soccer Registration - Sign up for the spring season (April-May) is under way for ages 4-14 (born 1995 through 2005). 9116 E. Sprague Ave., No. 138, Spokane Valley. $40. (509) 924-7661.