Events

Today

Riverfront Fright Haunted House - Haunted house recommended for ages 13 and older. 7-9:30 p.m. Riverfront Park IMAX. $8/adults, $6/students. (509) 795-0004.

Tunnel of Terror - 7-10 p.m., 7980 W. Diagonal Road at Highway 41, Rathdrum, Idaho. $5/ages 12 and older, $3/ages 6-11, free/age 5 and younger.

Trick or Treat at Moscow Good Samaritan Villages - Residents will receive trick-or-treaters from 6-7:30 p.m. at both locations at 403 Samaritan Lane and 640 N. Eisenhower St. Moscow, Idaho. Free. (208) 882-6560.

Post Falls Lions Club Haunted House - 6-10 p.m. All proceeds benefit local sight/hearing charities and food banks. Corner of Fourth and Post streets, Post Falls. $7/person or two cans of food for up to $2 off. (208) 457-2018.

Downtown Coeur d’Alene Trick or Treat - Dress in costume and enjoy the safety at the downtown merchants. 4-6 p.m., Sherman Avenue, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 415-0116.

Halloween Bash - Plan spooky games, do crafts, dress up in costumes, eat pizza. 4-7 p.m., Mobius Kids, River Park Square, lower level, 808 W. Main Ave. $5. (509) 624-KIDS.

University SCOPE Open House - Stop by and learn about the SCOPE program. There will also be candy for children. 4:30-7:30 p.m., University SCOPE, 10621 E. 15th. (509) 477-2582.

Wild West Halloween Party - Play in the pool, watch a movie, see Sheriff R.J. Kroc and visit the General Store to stock up on penny candy. 5-8 p.m., Salvation Army Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-1865.

RLM Harvest Festival - For ages through fifth grade. Includes games, candy, vendors, prizes, bounce houses and a chance to win a Silverwood Gold Pass. Free. 5-8 p.m., Real Life Ministries, 1866 Cecil Road, Post Falls. Free. (208) 777-7325.

Rockford Halloween party - The annual Halloween party features games, treats, prizes and a cake walk. The town’s Lions Club will also have its annual bonfire and serve hot dogs and hot cider in the City Park two blocks away. 5:30-8 p.m., McIntosh Grange, 319 S. First St., Rockford, Wash. Free.

Free Kids Halloween Carnival - Food, games, prizes and more. The fire department will be on site and McGruff the Crime Dog will make an appearance. 6-9 p.m., The Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. Free. (509) 863-2171.

Halloween Party at Eastpoint - Candy, prizes, games, inflatable, food and more. 6-9 p.m., 15303 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 533-6800.

Tuesday

Books are Fun Book and Gift Fair - All proceeds benefit Good Samaritan resident activities and the Central Valley School book drive. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Good Samaritan Retirement Center, Good Samaritan Society, 17028 E. Eighth Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 924-6161.

Halloween Candy Buy Back - Receive $1 per pound of candy brought in. All candy will be shipped to troops overseas for holiday care packages. Sponsored by Kidds Dental and Dr. Jared Evans. 4-7 p.m., Kidds Dental, 1327 N. Stanford Lane, Suite B, Liberty Lake. Free. (509) 891-7070.

Wednesday

Books Are Fun Book and Gift Fair - Books and gifts for all ages with proceeds going to Chase Youth Foundation. Today through Friday. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Spokane City Hall, first floor, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free admission. (509) 953-3246.

Free College Information Night at SFCC - Learn about career training, liberal arts-transfer opportunities, financial aid and how to choose a program of study. 6-8 p.m., Spokane Falls Community College, Spokane Falls Community College, SUB Lounges A and B, Building 17, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Free. (509) 533-3500.

Thursday

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.

After School Special (Moran Prairie) - “Black as Night.” For school-age children. A different activity will be offered each month. 4 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340.

TWINE (Valley) - Teen Writers of the Inland Empire. For youth in grades six and up. Participate in creative-writing games and activities. Pen and paper will be provided. 4 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Friday

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

Preschool Storytime - For ages 3-5. Library locations include: 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. (509) 444-5395. 10:30 a.m. Free.

Baby Lapsit - Enjoy nursery rhymes, songs, and stories. For children up to 18 months of age. Library locations include: Spokane Valley, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400; Cheney, 610 First St. (509) 893-8280. 10:30 a.m. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Saturday

19th Annual Performathon - A marathon recital that celebrates and showcases the wonderful musicians from Holy Names Music Center. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. River Park Square, Atrium, 808 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 326-9516.

Eric Carle Storytime - Listen to a reading of “The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse,” plus some old favorites. 1 p.m., Auntie’s at the Square, River Park Square on skywalk level, 808 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 456-4775.

Author Kenn Nesbitt - Local author will talk about his new middle reader book “The Ultimate Top Secret Guide to Taking Over the World.” 2 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Auntie’s Bookstore mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Sunday

Logan Magazine Fashion Show and Auction - “Winter Wishes” presented by the fashion/lifestyle magazine for young people with disabilities. 3 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $25. (509) 279-7000.

Spokane Youth Symphony - A concert based on the book, “This Scarf Has Wings” by local authors Deborah DuPey and Claire Rudolf Murphy. Children in costume will play selected parts based on their ethnicity and the music performed will reflect the regions of the world where their stories take place. 4 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $16/adults, $14/seniors, $12/age 17 and younger. (509) 624-1200.

Ongoing

“Oliver Twist”- Runs through Sunday. Adapted by Joellen Bland, based on Charles Dickens’ classic book. Shows Fridays-Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., Spokane Valley Partners building, 10814 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley. $10/general, $8/age 12 and younger. (509) 995-6718.

Starlight Children’s Foundation-Northwest Benefit - Make a minimum donation of $5 and enjoy free appetizers and drink specials. Held every Wednesday in October and November from 3-6 p.m. All proceeds to benefit seriously ill children and their families. Applebee’s South Hill, 2107 E. 29th Ave. (509) 321-0799.

Volleyball Open Gym - Drop in and play volleyball every Friday, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Play at Chase Middle School if you want some competition, or play at Salk Middle School if you prefer playing in a more recreational setting. Chase Middle School, 4747 E. 37th Ave. $3/per evening, $30/season. (509) 625-6200.

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