Kids calendar

Ongoing

Spokane Winter Glow Spectacular - Riverfront Park is getting dressed up for the holidays with more than 25 lighted displays, an Animal Light Zoo and wagon and carriage rides available. Through Dec. 31. Begins nightly at 5 p.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Free.

A T. Rex Named Sue - Through Jan. 4. See a fully assembled skeleton cast of the most complete Tyrannosaurus rex ever discovered. The exhibition, assembled at Mobius Science Center, will also feature visitor-controlled mechanical models, videos and free-standing interactive exhibits. Hours are Tuesdays-Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mondays. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mobius Science Center, 811 W. Main Ave. $10/adults, $9/seniors and military, $7/kids, free/age 3 and younger. (509) 321-7133.

Riverfront Park Ice Palace - Open through March 1. Hours are Tuesdays-Sundays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., extended hours Wednesdays-Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. and Fridays-Saturdays, 7-10 p.m. Holiday hours: Thursday-Jan.1, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-10 p.m.; New Year’s Eve, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. and 7-11:30 p.m.; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Jan. 19, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; President’s Day, Feb. 16, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed: Christmas Day. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Discounts: $2 Tuesday (admission only); $1 Wild Wednesday (college ID required, admission only); $5 Lunch Bunch (Tuesdays-Fridays, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., includes skate rental); $5 After School special (Tuesdays-Fridays, 2-5 p.m., ages 17 and younger only, includes skate rental). 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $5/general, $3.50/ages 3-12, seniors and military with ID; $3.50/skate rental, $45/season pass (all ages). (509) 625-6600.

Campbell House Holidays - Campbell House comes alive for the holiday season with living history demonstrations, festive decorations and music box tunes. Regular museum admission pricing applies. Open Wednesdays through Sundays, 12-4 p.m. Through Jan. 4. Closed Christmas Day. Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. Admission: $10 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5 students, free for children 5 and younger. (509) 363-5355.

Saturday

Cross-Country Ski Lessons - Ages 13 and older. Learn the basics of cross-country skiing skills at Mt. Spokane Selkirk Nordic Area, taught by our certified cross-country ski instructors. Cross-country skiing is a wonderful way to spend time with family and friends during the winter while getting great exercise outdoors. Includes: skis, boots, poles, ski area fees, instruction and transportation. Additional information emailed after registration. 10 a.m. $36/adult; $31/youth age 13-17 (with adult). (509) 625-6200.

Make a Pipe Cleaner Penguin - Come by any branch during open library hours to make a fun craft. We will have pipe cleaners and other supplies along with directions to make your own pipe cleaner penguin. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Spokane Public Library, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 444-5300.

“If You Take a Mouse to the Movies” Storytime and Party - A busy little mouse and his busy little stories. Read a few and nibble on some popcorn. 11 a.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, children’s section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Spokane Chiefs Hockey - Puck drops at 7:05 p.m. Chiefs vs. Tri-City (Coeur d’Alene Casino Buck Night). Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $10-$22 (discounts for kids/students/seniors/military). (509) 535-7825.

Monday

Camp Youth Winter Adventure - Two-day camp; not overnight. Kids ages 9-12 can learn cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort from our certified instructors and travel the trails romping around in the snow through old growth cedar forests. We will also learn to build snow caves and search for animal tracks. Please bring a lunch each day. Transportation, snowshoes, skiing equipment, trail passes and instruction provided. 8 a.m. $79. (509) 625-6200.

Build It Club - We’ll get out the Keva Planks, straws and connectors, architecture blocks and other construction materials so that you can build to your heart’s content. 4 p.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Tuesday

Totally Tubular Tuesday - Tuesday: “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles”; Jan. 6: “The Breakfast Club”; Jan. 13: “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off”; Jan. 20: “The Lost Boys”; Jan. 27: “Mary Poppins.” Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $2.50, free with $10 pre-show purchase at Bon Bon. (509) 327-1050.

Dino-riffic Dino Camp - We’ll learn all about these amazing creatures while making a dinosaur costume. Plus, we’ll take a dino-filled field trip across the street to the science center to meet a T. rex named Sue. For ages 4-8. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Mobius Kids Children’s Museum, 808 W. Main Ave. $20/members, $25/nonmembers. (509) 624-5437.

Movie: “Frozen” – Become Elsa or Olaf at the library singalong of “Frozen.” 2 p.m. South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.

Frozen Science Camp - Brrrr! It’s cold outside. We’ll make dry ice bubbles, perform frozen science experiments, and learn how polar bears stay warm during this super cool winter break camp. For ages 4-8. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Mobius Kids Children’s Museum, 808 W. Main Ave. $20/members, $25/nonmembers. (509) 624-5437.

Wednesday

Kids Night Out - 14th annual event. Celebrate the New Year with a family-friendly festival of arts and entertainment as part of First Night Spokane. Crafts, crown making, robotics, face painting, live performances and more takes place from 3-6 p.m. Ballet Arts Academy’s Junior Company will perform “The Four Seasons” at 4 and 5 p.m. Free parking and shuttle service with shuttles every 10 minutes from Riverpoint Campus. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free. (509) 456-0580, ext. 101.

Resolution Run - Runners and walkers make their way through the snow and ice downtown. Each runner/walker is given an opportunity to write a resolution that they carry with them throughout the course. As they cross the finish line, the runner/walker then throws the resolution into our commemorate fire pit as a symbolic gesture to the New Year. No button necessary. Must sign waiver and release form. 6:45 p.m. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Free.

New Year’s Eve Contra Dance - Community dance, no partner needed, fun for all ages and everyone is welcome. Bring your favorite treat to share. 7-10 p.m. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $12. (509) 747-2640.

Glad City New Year’s Party - Bring in 2015 with a dance party for all ages. Just like a club, but without the drinking and cussing. Perfect for young adults that love to dance (but don’t love that creepy-club vibe), families and anyone who loves good clean fun. Enjoy a live DJ, dance competitions, prizes, live performances and fun stuff to keep the kids busy (and awake). 7 p.m. Millwood Presbyterian Church, Community Center, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Spokane Valley. $5/general, free/age 4 and younger, $20/family. (509) 348-0132.