Family events calendar
Today
Toddler Storytime (Valley) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10:30 a.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.
Baby Lapsit (North) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months old. 10:30 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.
Tuesday
Heritage Day Celebration - Second annual event presented by Spokane Tribe of Indians. Storytelling, activity center, exhibits, booths, performances and a mini powwow. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. Free admission and parking. (509) 777-1120.
2010 Fall National College Fair - Hours are 9 a.m.-noon and 6-8 p.m. Information sessions every half hour. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Hall A. Free. (703) 299-6827.
Preschool Storytime - For children 3-5 years of age. Library locations and times include: 10:30 a.m., Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. (509) 893-8340; Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390; 11 am., North Spokane, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 893-8350. Free.
Barnes & Noble Storytime - Listen to “A Bedtime for Bear” by Bonny Becker, make a craft and enjoy a treat. 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104.
After School Special (Medical Lake) - “Pets That Rock.” Make your own pet. A different project will be offered every month. For children in grades K-5. 4 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake. Free. (509) 893-8330.
Thursday
Basketball Clinic - Learn ball handling and develop shooting skills. Grades 1-5 are from 9 a.m.-noon and grades 6-12 are from 1-4 p.m. Additional clinics are scheduled for Dec. 27, Jan. 17 and Feb. 21. Valley HUB, 19619 E. Cataldo. $30 per session. (509) 927-0602.
All American Kids Cooking Camp - For ages 6-11. Cook, create your own chef’s hat and apron, play games and more. Pre-registration is required. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $34. (509) 625-6200.
Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Library locations include: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10 a.m. Free.
Veterans Day Ceremony - 10 a.m., Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. Free. (509) 434-7217.
Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations include: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10:30 a.m. Free.
America Recycles Day at Mobius Kids - Join the Spokane Regional Solid Waste System for a variety of recycling activities. Make recycled paper, dig through a worm bin and much more. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, Lower Level, 808 W. Main Ave. Free with museum admission. (509) 624-KIDS.
Friday
“Seussical the Musical” - CYT-Spokane presents a production of Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty’s musical featuring beloved Dr. Seuss characters. Shows today at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets available at www.cytspokane.com or by calling (509) 487-6540. The Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Advance: $10/adults, $9/children and seniors; At the door: $13 per person; group rates available.
Jubilee International Marketplace - Products from diverse places such as Guatemala, Nepal, Thailand, Africa. Craftspeople are paid a fair price for their goods, supporting fair trade and sustainable practices. Today, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar St. Free admission. (509) 720-0035.
“Aladdin”- Christian Youth Theater-North Idaho presents an original musical. Shows today at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. Tickets available online at www.cytnorthidaho.com. Salvation Army Kroc Community Theater, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. $9/adults, $8/seniors and children age 12 and younger; $10 at the door. (208) 277-5727.
God’s Closet - Free clothing and other items for children and teens. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 804 W. Spofford Road. $1.
Wrapped Up! - For ages 7-13. Make three holiday gifts including a candy tumbler, a “Ball O Life” and a lantern. Pre-registration is required. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone St. $19. (509) 625-6200.
Author Trina Lorraine - Book signing of “Mr. Jingles,” the story of a grumpy mouse who finds the Christmas spirit in an unexpected place. Angel craft, cookies and cocoa at 4:30 p.m. 4-7 p.m., Hastings Books, 101 E. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 664-0464.
Winter Market - Sponsored by Heart of the Arts Inc. Featuring food, crafts, children’s activities, art and more. Open 10 a.m.-2 p.m., today, Dec. 4, Jan. 22 and Feb. 12. 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow, Idaho. (208) 882-0443.
Spokane Symphony Musical Instrument Petting Zoo - Volunteers from the Spokane Symphony will let children explore an assortment of musical instruments. 10 a.m.-noon, Mobius Kids, River Park Square, Lower Level, 808 W. Main Ave. Free with museum admission. (509) 624-KIDS.
Winter Sports Kick-off - Meet and greet with vendors, pick up your season passes for your favorite hills, enter to win gear and learn anything and everything you need to know about going outside in the winter. Also sample some roasted Twinkies. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.
Dinosaur Activities and Storytime - Listen to some Dino tales and make a puppet to take home. 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Build-a-palooza (Downtown) - For school-age children. Use various building supplies to create buildings, bridges, towers and more. 11:30 a.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 444-5331.
Author Stephen Wallenfels - Young adult author will read from his book “POD,” the story of two young people surviving an alien invasion. The reading is part of a monthly partnership between Tinman Too and the Society for Children’s Writers and Illustrators. 1 p.m., Tinman Too, 809 W. Garland Ave. Free. (509) 325-3001.
“That Woman and Big Noise”- For all ages. An interactive play that celebrates the centennial of women’s suffrage in Washington. 2 p.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.
Family Movie: “The Black Stallion”- Watch this film about a young boy and an Arabian stallion shipwrecked and stranded on a deserted island. Rated G. 2 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.
Wii Games - Presented by Coeur d’Alene Public Library. Use the library’s Wii Gaming and DS Lite handheld systems. 3:30-5:30 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315.
All-You-Can-Eat Chili and Soup Supper - Presented by Boy Scout Troop 211. 5-7:30 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Bible Church, 5350 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. $6/adults, $2.50/ages 12 and younger. (208) 664-4883.
Sunday
Mommy and Me Princess Tea Party - For ages 3-5 and their moms. Come dressed up and enjoy tea sweets and lemonade. Learn princess etiquette. Pre-registration is required. 3:30-4:30 p.m., The Davenport Hotel, Palm Court Dining Room, 10 S. Post St. $39. (509) 625-6200.