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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Film events

“Far From the Madding Crowd” Thomas Hardy’s story of independent, beautiful and headstrong Bathsheba Everdene (Carey Mulligan), who attracts three very different suitors: Gabriel Oak (Matthias Schoenaerts), a sheep farmer, captivated by her fetching willfulness; Frank Troy (Tom Sturridge), a handsome and reckless sergeant; and William Boldwood (Michael Sheen), a prosperous and mature bachelor. Rated PG-13. Shows today at 8 p.m., Saturday at 5 and 8 p.m. and Sunday at 4 and 7 p.m. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $6. (208) 882-4127.

Free Outdoor Movies – Airway Heights All movies shown on Fridays and begin at dusk. “Annie.” Today, Sunset Park, King at Ninth St., Airway Heights. Free. (509) 244-4845.

Seattle Children’s Film Festival Enjoy the best 17 of the festival’s 2015 films including singing octopi, a magical kitchen and a young girl’s creative uses for balloons. Children and parents alike will love this imaginative and unique film experience perfect for ages 5 and older. Saturday, 11 a.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $5. (800) 325-SEAT.

Swim and a Movie: “Paddington” Two-hour swim followed by this family-friendly screening at dusk. A young Peruvian bear travels to London in search of a home. Finding himself lost and alone at Paddington Station, he meets the kindly Brown family and finds a temporary haven. Rated PG. Presale tickets will be given collectors tickets and speed-lane entrance into the facility. Saturday, 6 p.m., Southside Aquatics Center, 3724 E. 61st Ave., (509) 448-5090, and Northside Aquatics Center, 18120 N. Hatch Road, (509) 468-5107. $5/general, $4/seniors, $2.50/ages 3-5, free/age 2 and younger.

“The Princess Bride” Part of the Summer Camp Series, presented by the Garland Theater and River City Brewing. Raffle prizes, beer specials and more. Check website for showtimes. Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday. Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 327-1050.

$1 Summer Movies Express at Spokane Valley Regal Theater Choose from “Rio 2” and “How to Train Your Dragon 2.” Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m., Spokane Valley Mall, 14760 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. $1. (509) 922-2590.

“Go Set a Watchman”: A Harper Lee Celebration We’re celebrating the release of Harper Lee’s new novel, “Go Set a Watchman.” We’ll watch the 2014 film “Hey Boo: Harper Lee and To Kill a Mockingbird,” which explores Harper Lee’s life and the context and history of her first novel’s setting. Then we’ll share thoughts about the new novel and enjoy southern-inspired refreshments. Tuesday, 6 p.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Free. (509) 444-5395.

“The Princess Bride” While Rated PG. Shown on a 40-foot inflatable movie screen and presented by PEMCO Outdoor Movies. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Dog-friendly and tobacco-free. Seating opens at 7 p.m., and movie starts at dusk. Live entertainment, movie trivia and food trucks. Wednesday, Riverfront Park, Lilac Bowl, 507 N. Howard St. $5/general, free/age 5 and younger. (509) 625-6600.

“Book of Life” From producer Guillermo del Toro and director Jorge Gutierrez comes an animated comedy that tells the journey of Manolo, a young man who is torn between fulfilling the expectations of his family and following his heart. Rated PG. Shows Wednesday-Thursday at 1 p.m. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. $3. (208) 882-4127.

Another Cheesy Superhero Movie Night for Millennial Meetup “Batman Forever” will be screened as a Millennial Meetup, the library’s program geared toward patrons in their 20s and 30s. Popcorn and other refreshments will be provided. Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315.

Spokane Film Society Come watch films, meet people and talk about ideas as they relate to film. Drink and food specials. Thursday, 9 p.m., Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. $5. (509) 327-1050.