Family Calendar

Thu., Feb. 26, 2015

Today

Youth Climbing Club - For youth ages 10-16 interested in advancing their climbing technique. Must be belay certified and ready to learn the intricate body movements and techniques to take climbing to the next level. First class is free. 6-8 p.m. Wild Walls, 202 W. Second Ave. $12/single visit; $100/10-visit punchcard; $65/monthly pass. (509) 455-9596.

Ongoing

Riverfront Park Ice Palace – Through Sunday. Hours are Tuesday-Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., extended hours today, 7-8:30 p.m. and Friday-Saturday, 7-10 p.m. Discounts: $5 Lunch Bunch (Tuesday-Friday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., includes skate rental); $5 After School special (Tuesday-Friday, 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.

“Honk! Jr.” - Today-Sunday. Christian Youth Theatre presents a show about Ugly, a duckling who looks quite a bit different from his brothers and sisters. The little fowl finds himself on an adventure of self discovery and finds out that being different is not a bad thing. Performances are Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 3 p.m. 7 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $10-$14. (800) 325-SEAT.

Friday

Ski and Snowboard Camp - Ages 8-13. An exciting, all-inclusive ski and snowboard camp at 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort. What a great way to hone your skills and become the skier or rider you have always wanted to be. The package includes two nights lodging, two breakfasts, two lunches and one dinner, ski and snowboard equipment rentals, two days of lift tickets, professional instruction, chaperones and transportation. Parent packet and other forms emailed after registration. 5:30 p.m. Mountain Gear, 2002 N. Division St. $279. (509) 625-6200.

Saturday

Spokane Junior Soccer - Outdoor soccer league for youth ages 4-16. Games and practices at nearby schools and parks. Games on Saturdays: April 11-May 30 (no games holiday weekend). Practice times and locations determined by coach: generally once per week for ages 4-7. Ages 8 and older may practice twice a week. Teams located nearby geographically, depending on numbers of players and coaches available. Coach (parent) volunteers are needed. Register by Saturday. Valley Youth Soccer, 9116 E. Sprague Ave., No. 138. $39, plus $14 for two league jerseys, if needed. (509) 747-5017.

Who Pooped in the Forest Near My Library? - Fairield - Spokane County libraries help us learn about exciting wild animals, plants and habitats in the abundance of forests around us. We’ll begin our “Who Pooped?” adventure by listening to Kelly Clark of Exploring Families read the story “Who Pooped in the Northwoods?” written by Gary D. Robson. In a zoo, there are signs that tell you what animal to look for in the cage, such as beaver or moose. In the forest, animals don’t stand in front of a sign. However, they do leave clues in the form of scat. Learn more about identifying animals by what they leave behind. For kids in grades K-5. 10 a.m. Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield. Free. (509) 893-8320.

“Marlene, Marlene Queen of Mean” Storytime and Craft - Do you know someone who is not very nice to others? Ever wonder why? See what becomes of Marlene and maybe get some pointers on being nice, too. 11 a.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

“Akeelah and the Bee” - Celebrate Black History Month with this family movie. 2 p.m. South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.

Spokane Chiefs Hockey – Puck drops at 7:05 p.m. Chiefs vs. Tri-City (Mike’s Hard Pink Lemonade Breast Cancer Awareness Night & Helmet Giveaway). Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $10-$22 (discounts for kids/students/seniors/military). (509) 535-7825.

Sunday

Baby Fair 2015 - 18th annual event, celebrating everything from bellies to babies. The fair will educate and entertain you with resources, seminars, shopping, free samples, contests, prizes and more. Great event for expecting parents, families with infants and/or toddlers, grandparents, caregivers and anyone involved with raising a child. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $5/general, free/age 12 and younger. (509) 242-2500.

Sled Dog Racing/Mushing - Spokane Valley - Members of Inland Empire Dog Sled Association provide an overview of sled dog racing, both in the past and in the present day, and talk about their personal experiences with the sport. 2 p.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Alton Brown Live! The Edible Incredible Tour - Alton Brown brings his brand of quirky humor and culinary-science antics to the stage. The two-hour show is a blend of standup comedy, food experimentation, talk-show antics, multimedia lecture, and, for the first time, live music. Brown has worked his weird magic on live audiences across the nation for over a decade but this is the first time he’s actually hit the road with a live tour. Visit BestofBroadwaySpokane.com for an exclusive meet and greet opportunity with Alton Brown. 6:30 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $31.50-$97.50. (800) 325-SEAT.

Monday

Lego Club - Keep your engineering and problem-solving skills flowing, and your imagination stimulated, with an abundance of Lego bricks. First Monday of the month, 4-5 p.m., October through May. All ages are welcome. Children age 6 and younger should be accompanied by an adult. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Spider Monkeys Climbing Club - Mondays and Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m. Working with professional staff, kids ages 4-10 will learn the essentials of climbing, teamwork and great fun. Please call to register; maximum 10 kids per class. First class is free. 5-7 p.m. Wild Walls, 202 W. Second Ave. $12/single visit; $74/pass for eight visits. (509) 455-9596.

Tuesday

Totally Tubular Tuesday - “High Fidelity,” Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $2.50, free with $10 pre-show purchase at Bon Bon. (509) 327-1050.

Spokane Chiefs Hockey – Puck drops at 7:05 p.m. Chiefs vs. Vancouver (TicketsWest Chiefs Player Magnet, first 1,000 fans). Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $10-$22 (discounts for kids/students/seniors/military). (509) 535-7825.