Family calendar

Thu., June 16, 2011

Today

Toddler Storytime (North) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Library locations: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10 a.m. Free.

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.

Storytime (Airway Heights) - For ages 2-5. 10:30 a.m. Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., Airway Heights. Free. (509) 893-8250.

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.

Preschool Play and Learn Storytime (Cheney) - For ages 3-5. 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. Cheney Library, 610 1st St., Cheney. Free. (509) 893-8280.

Baby Lapsit (Moran Prairie) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs and stories. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m. Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations: South, 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385; Shadle, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. (509) 444-5390. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Preschool Storytime (North) - For ages 3-5. 11 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Family Camping - Local experts at REI will share the basics of camping as a family, including how to prepare, what to bring, what to expect and where to go. Register for this class at www.rei.com/spokane. 7-8:30 p.m. 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.

Ongoing

Cowboy Supper Shows with the Riders of the Rockin’ B - Shows Thursdays, beginning next Thursday through Aug. 25 and Fridays and Saturdays, through Oct. 1. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. with pre-show youth performers. (509) 891-9016.

Mobius Kids Classes - A variety of classes and camps will be offered through August for ages 2-10. Visit www.mobiusspokane.org to view the full list and details. Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. $5-$50. (509) 624-KIDS.

Spokane Indians Baseball - Friday-Tuesday, Indians vs. Salem-Keizer Volcanoes. Avista Stadium, 602 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. (509) 343-OTTO (6886).

Friday

“Playtime!” - Blue Door Theatre Players will improvise using toys and games of our youth. All ages welcome. Shows at 8 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.

Inland Empire Railway Historical Society - Visitors can ride the train, tour the Museum of Inland Northwest railroading, test their knowledge of “What is it?” and participate in “Make it and Take it.” Fundraiser to help the Society move to their new site near Reardan. Hours are 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.

Friends of the Airway Heights Library Book Sale - Proceeds from book sales support various library programs, activities and services. Held 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hicks Open Market Building, 12435 W. 13th Ave., Airway Heights. Free. (509) 893-8250.

Manito Live Music Series Kick-off - Free outdoor acoustic concerts every Friday night from 5:30-7:30 p.m., sponsored in part by the Spokane Parks Foundation. Concerts continue until Labor Day Weekend. For a complete listing of artists, visit http://spokaneriverfront park.com/index.php/RFP/ page/710. Manito Park Bench, 1928 S. Tekoa St. Free. (509) 625-6632.

Toddler Storytime - For 18 months-3 years. Library locations: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356; East Side, 524 S. Stone St.; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes Road. (509) 444-5395; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380. 10 a.m. Free.

Baby Lapsit (Valley) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5356; East Side, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375; Hillyard, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380; Indian Trail, 4909 W. Barnes Road. (509) 444-5395. 10:30 a.m. Free.

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. The concert will also include images from the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. Noon-1 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Free. (509) 363-5315.

International District Arts Walk - Family event with local art, literature, live music, dance demonstrations and children’s activities at local businesses. 5-9 p.m. One World Spokane, 1804 E. Sprague Ave. (509) 768-9479.

“Hachi: A Dog’s Tale” - This heartwarming and tear-inducing film stars Richard Gere and is based on a true Japanese tale from pre-World War II. Free snacks will be offered. 7 p.m. Lidgerwood Presbyterian Church, 4449 N. Nevada St. Free. (509) 487-9667.

Saturday

“Expedition” - Short-form improv showcase presented by Blue Door Theatre. Suitable for all ages. Shows at 7 p.m. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $7/all seats. (509) 747-7045.

Spokane Shock Arena Football - 7 p.m. Shock vs. Chicago. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $13-$62/individual tickets; $99-$475/season tickets. (800) 325-SEAT or (509) 242-7462, ext. 1.

Medical Lake Founder’s Day - 40th annual celebration begins with a parade at 10 a.m.; followed by 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Trailblazer mini-triathlon, games, craft fair, food and more for the family. Waterfront Park, Medical Lake. (509) 565-5000.

Saturday Climbing - For all ages. Easy to moderate routes to choose from. Climbing gear will be provided. Held 1 p.m. each day. REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free for members; $5 for nonmembers. (509) 328-9900.

8th Annual Northwest Run/Walk for Epilepsy - One- and three-mile walk options. Registration 9:30-10 a.m.; kick-off ceremony at 10 a.m., followed by run/walk at 10:30 a.m.; closing ceremony from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Raising money for Epilepsy Foundation Northwest programs and services and increasing public understanding about epilepsy. Riverfront Park, Northbank Shelter. $25, includes T-shirt. (509) 325-1128.

Flag Day Parade and Flag Retirement Ceremony - Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. from Spokane Convention Center and continues along Spokane Falls Boulevard to Veterans Park. Flag ashes will be deposited in the American Flag Memorial. Free. (509) 242-8235.

Father’s Day Storytime - Let’s celebrate our dads! Join us to read some great stories about some of the people who love us most, and then make a special present to celebrate the 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 and Craft - Come enjoy some books about the guy who loves you most. Then, make a card for him. Noon. Auntie’s Bookstore in River Park Square on skywalk level, 808 W. Main Ave. (509) 456-4775.

Juneteenth - Presented by the Spokane Ministers Fellowship and other community organizers. Featuring live music, food, education, entertainment and vendors. Noon. Liberty Park.

Lady of the Lake Warm Up Dance - Contra dance sponsored by Spokane Folklore Society. 7 p.m. Spokane Community College Lair cafeteria, 1810 N. Greene St. $15/general, free/age 17 and younger accompanied by an adult. (509) 747-2640.

Monday

Baby Lapsit (North) - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs and stories. For children up to 18 months. 10:30 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Basketball open gym - Every Monday and Wednesday. Youth players must be accompanied by an adult or be at least age 17. 6-8 p.m. Valley HUB, 19619 E. Cataldo Ave. $5. (509) 927-0602.

Tuesday

Toddler Storytime - For ages 18 months-3 years. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave.; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. 10 a.m. Free. (509) 444-5356.

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations include: Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave.; South Hill, 3324 S. Perry St. 10:30 a.m. Free. (509) 444-5356.

Play and Learn Storytime (Fairfield) - 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. Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield. Free. (509) 893-8320.

Toddler Storytime (Moran Prairie) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10:30 a.m. Moran Prairie, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

Wednesday

Toddler Storytime (Shadle) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.

Toddler Storytime (North) - For ages 18 months-3 years. 10 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Preschool Storytime (Shadle) - For ages 3-5. 10:30 a.m. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.

Preschool Storytime (North) - For ages 3-5. 11 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Spokane Summer Parkways - For all ages. Bring your bikes, boards and feet to promote active forms of transportation. 6-9 p.m. Manito/Comstock neighborhood. Free. (509) 625-6200.

Basketball open gym - Every Monday and Wednesday. Youth players must be accompanied by an adult or be at least age 17. 6-8 p.m. Valley HUB, 19619 E. Cataldo Ave. $5. (509) 927-0602.