Events
Today
Prospective Foster Parents Informational Session - PATH Idaho (www.pathidaho.org) will hold information sessions for prospective treatment foster parents on Mondays, 6-7 p.m., today and June 27, July 11 and 25, Aug. 8 and 22, Sept 5 and 19. Children in treatment foster care present more challenges than traditional foster care and reimbursement, training and support for treatment parents is higher. Harding Family Center, 411 N. 15th St., Room 105, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 699-9065.
Teen Knitting Club - For ages 12-18. Learn to knit, bring a knitting project, meet other teen knitters, receive free patterns and some supplies. Sign up by calling (208) 769-2315 or email info@cdalibrary.org. 4 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front St., Coeur d’Alene. Free.
Tuesday
Flag Day Ceremony - Idaho Department of Labor, 600 N. Thornton St., Post Falls. Free. (208) 457-8789, ext. 3917.
Flag exchange - Bring your old flags for proper disposal. The first 50 people will get a free new flag. Also, free hot dogs, pop corn, snow cones and pop. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Sullivan Park Assisted Living, 421 S. Adams Road. (509) 924-5555.
Jessica Sharpe Benefit Day at HuHot - Join Jessica’s family, friends and co-workers in raising funds to offset her medical expenses. HuHot will contribute 15 percent of the entire day’s sales to the Jessica Sharpe Donation Fund. HuHot employee, EWU pre-nursing student and Central Valley High School graduate, Jessica Sharpe was struck head-on in a devastating I-90 collision following Easter dinner with her family. After more than a month in Seattle recovering, Jessica has returned to Spokane’s St. Joseph Care. 11 a.m.-9 p.m., HuHot Mongolian Grill, 11703 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 891-8711.
Wednesday
Meet the Principal Candidates - Finalists to replace Kindergarten Center Principal Joanne Comer will be present at a community forum. Each candidate will speak about their qualifications and accept questions from the audience. 6:30-8 p.m. Central Valley Administration Office, 19307 E. Cataldo Ave. (509) 228-5400.
West Valley Outdoor Learning Center HOOT Show - HOOT (Hawk and Owl Outreach Talks) will introduce participants to the world of raptors. Meet two live raptors and learn about them from WVOLC’s trained educator. Family-friendly event. 7-8:30 p.m., at REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.
Thursday
Children’s Entertainment in the Park - Comedy by Matt Baker, music by Swing’s the Thing. 6-8 p.m., East City Park, Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-3925.
“The Tastiest Catch” - One of the world’s most popular fisherman, Captain Keith from the Wizard, along with his brother Monte Colburn, will meet and greet fans. Ticket price also includes a full crab boil buffet dinner, a special Wizard T-shirt, a pint glass, an autographed card, and a drink ticket. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Northern Quest Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $40. (800) 325-SEAT.
The Magic of Jay Owenhouse - “Magic on the Edge,” includes two Bengal tigers and stage show. Proceeds benefit the Bonner County Sheriff Explorer Post 303. 7 p.m., Sandpoint Middle School, Sandpoint. $15/all in advance, $20/kids and $25/adults at the door. (800) 779-8600.
Family Camping - Local experts at REI will share the basics of camping together as a family, including: how to prepare, what to bring, what to expect and where to go. Register for this free class at rei.com/spokane. 7-8:30 p.m., 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.
Friday
Inland Empire Railway Historical Society - Today and Saturday. Visitors may ride the miniature train, tour the Museum of Inland Northwest railroading. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $5/family, $10/car/van. (509) 924-9781.
KPBX Kids’ Concert: Leonardo’s World - Music in the Time of da Vinci. Hosted by KPBX Producer Jim Tevenan, with Leo’s Whistlers, led by Verne Windham and Antiquus Temporalis, led by multi instrumentalist Don Thomsen. Noon-1 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 363-5315.
Family Movie Night - Watch “Space Jam” at 6 p.m. and “Despicable Me” at 8 p.m. The movies are free; concession items will be available for purchase. Bring your pillows and blankets to sit on. 5:30 p.m., Valley HUB, 19619 E. Cataldo. (509) 927-0602.
“Hachi: A Dog’s Tale” - Family film stars Richard Gere and is based on a true Japanese tale from pre-World War II. Free snacks. 7 p.m., Lidgerwood Presbyterian Church, 4449 N. Nevada St. Free. (509) 487-9667.
Touring Nordic Land of Lakes Choirboys of Minnesota - Free performance of sacred and secular music by one of the youngest touring choirs. 7 p.m., Community United Methodist Church, 1470 W. Hanley Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free admission/donations accepted. (208) 765-8800.
Saturday
Medical Lake Founders’s Day - 40th annual celebration begins with a parade at 10 a.m.; followed by 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Trailblazer minitriathlon, games, craft fair, food. Waterfront Park, Medical Lake. (509) 565-5000.
Saturday Climbing - For all ages. Easy to moderate routes to choose from. Climbing gear will be provided. 1 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free for members; $5 for nonmembers. (509) 328-9900.
Culpepper and Merriweather Circus - Family entertainment with shows at 2 and 4:30 p.m. Sponsored by Rathdrum Parks and Recreation Department. Arrive between 9:30 and 10 a.m. to watch the raising of the Big Top and stay for a free tour. The Midway and box office open at 1 p.m. with rides, moon bounce, concessions. Stub Myer Park, 8320 W. Fourth St., Rathdrum. $9/adults, $6/ages 2-12, free/age one and younger; Day of show tickets are $10.50 and $7.50. (208) 687-2399.
Flag Day Parade and Flag Retirement Ceremony - Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. from Spokane Convention Center and continues along Spokane Falls Blvd. to Veterans Park. For a donation of $25 or more to the Boy Scout Flag Fund, Scouts will properly retire your worn flag and replace it with a new one. Flag ashes will be deposited in the American Flag Memorial. Flags will be collected between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in Veteran Park. All flags will be retired in accordance with Section 8 of the United States Flag Code. Free. (509) 242-8235.
Father’s Day Storytime - Listen to stories about dads and then make a special present to celebrate Father’s Day. 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.
Author Esta Rosevear - Children’s author presents her latest book in her Rebecca series, “Rebecca and the Purple Bracelet,” followed by book signing. 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Hastings, 1704 W. Wellesley Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 327-6008.
Father’s Day Storytime & Craft - Listen to stories that celebrate Father’s Day and make a card for your dad. Noon, Auntie’s Bookstore in River Park Square on skywalk level, 808 W. Main Ave. (509) 456-4775.
Juneteenth - Presented by the Spokane Minister’s Fellowship and other community organizers. Featuring live music, food, education, entertainment and vendors. Noon, Liberty Park.
Ongoing
Junior Golf Lessons - Presented by the city of Spokane Municipal Golf Courses. For ages 6-7 and 8-17. Learn the basics through four, one-hour lessons. Preregistration is required. For more information, visit www.spokaneparks.org. Area golf courses. $80. (509) 625-6200.
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