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The Spokesman-Review Newspaper
Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Kids and families

Superhero Science Explore the science of superhuman feats with Mobius Science Center. Free. Today, 10 a.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., (509) 893-8340. Today, 2 p.m., Cheney Library, 610 First St., (509) 893-8280.

Escape the Ordinary: Martial Arts at the Library Join us for a presentation from martial artists from Warhorse Karate. Today, 2 p.m., Spokane Public Library, Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 444-5336.

“Seussical the Musical” Spokane Civic Theatre Academy presents musical fun for the whole family. Performances are at 7:30 p.m. today, Saturday, and Wednesday-Aug. 1, and at 2 p.m. Sunday and Aug. 2. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $10-$19. (509) 325-2507.

Escape the Ordinary: Hula Dance Party Come learn some simple hula dance moves. For all ages. Drop by our library sometime during the week before to make a paper lei and a paper flower to wear at the party. Saturday, 10:30 a.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free. (509) 444-5380.

Harry Potter’s Birthday Party Harry Potter turns 35 this year, and he deserves a party. Don your dress robes, bring your brooms, and don’t forget your wands. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

“Iron Man” Our summer reading program is all about superheroes, and we figured that’s a great excuse to show “Iron Man.” Rated PG-13, 126 minutes. Saturday, 2 p.m., Spokane Public Library Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 444-5336.

Summer Lego Club All ages welcome. Children age 6 and younger should be accompanied by an adult. Free. Mondays through Aug. 24, 6-8 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., (509) 893-8400. Tuesdays through Aug. 25, 6-8 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, (509) 893-8350. Thursdays through Aug. 27, 1-3 p.m. Thursday, 1-3 p.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield, (509) 893-8320.

Eric Herman and the Invisible Band Rock out with Eric to his original music for all ages. Free. Monday, 2 and 7 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, (509) 893-8350. Monday, 10 a.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park, (509) 893-8300. Tuesday, 2 and 7 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., (509) 893-8400. Tuesday, 10 a.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield, (509) 893-8320. Wednesday, 10 a.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., Airway Heights, (509) 893-8250. Wednesday, 2 p.m., Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake, (509) 893-8330. Thursday, 10 a.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road, Millwood, (509) 893-8260. Thursday, 2 p.m., Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., (509) 893-8390.

To Catch the Wind Design, test and construct your own model wind turbine, then compete in a global contest to see who has the most power. For children in grades 6-8. Tuesday, 8:30 a.m., University of Idaho – Coeur d’Alene, 1031 N. Academic Way, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 667-2588.

Co-op Kids Children and their caregivers are welcome to make fruit salad (bring a melon baller if you have one). Tuesday, 9-10 a.m., Moscow Food Co-Op, 121 E. Fifth St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-8537.

Supersized Games Take favorite games like Banana Grams and Yahtzee and make them life-sized. For grades four and older. Free. Tuesday, 2 p.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., (509) 893-8250. Tuesday, 2 p.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road, Millwood, (509) 893-8260. Thursday, 2 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., (509) 893-8340.

Escape the Ordinary: Cecil the Magician Cecil the Magician will keep you guessing and wondering how he does it. Free. Tuesday, 3 p.m., East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St., (509) 444-5375. Wednesday, 2 and 3:30 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St., (509) 444-5385. Thursday, 3 p.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St., (509) 893-8320.

Escape the Ordinary: Dog Heroes! Join us for some great stories about dog heroes. We’ll also meet some dog friends from SCRAPS and learn tips for kids about being around dogs. Wednesday, 1 and 2:30 p.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Free. (509) 444-5395.

Pajama Storytime Kids of all ages, get comfy in your favorite pajamas, grab your blanket and come hear bedtime stories with Miss Nichole under the tree in Hayden’s Corner. Wednesday, 7 p.m., Colfax Library, 102 S. Main St., Colfax. (509) 397-4366.

Summer Creativity Program For children 6 to 12. Upcycled wind chimes and hemp bead bracelets. Register by calling (509) 229-3414 or visit www.artisanbarn.org. Thursday, 1-3:45 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, Highway 195 North, 419 Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. $18 per child per afternoon.