1 18th Annual SFCC Pow Wow 7 p.m.-midnight today, and noon-midnight Saturday, Spokane Falls Community College, Gymnasium and Fitness Center, Building 7, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Dancers and drummers from Washington, Montana, Oregon, Idaho and Canada. There will be a Native American graduation ceremony for all graduates in the community, including college, high school and GED graduates, in the lobby of the Student Union Building. There will be a break in dancing events at 5 p.m. on Saturday for a feed in the SUB (Building 17), featuring salmon, fry bread and other delicacies. In addition to the dance competitions, arts and crafts booths showcase work by area artists and different businesses. There are multiple dance categories and different dances, including Traditional, Fancy, Jingle and Grass. (509) 533-4331. Admission: FREE
2 Ari Kelman Lecture Eastern Washington University, Hargreaves Hall, Room 201 (the Reading Room), 526 Fifth St. The noted historian, a professor at Penn State University, will conclude his visit with a talk today at Eastern’s campus in Cheney. He’ll discuss his recent award-winning book, “A Misplaced Massacre: Struggling Over the Memory of Sand Creek.” (509) 868-6072. Admission: FREE
3 “A Little Princess” Fridays at 7 p.m.; Saturdays at 3 and 7 p.m.; and Sundays at 2 p.m., through May 24, Theater Arts for Children, Suite 3, 2114 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. The play, based on Fraces Hodgson Burnett’s 1905 novel, centers on Sara Crewe and her time at Miss Minchin’s boarding school for girls. (509) 995-6718. Admission: $10 adults; $8 students and seniors.
4 Swing into Summer 7:30 p.m. today, University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Student musicians in the Jazz IV Swing Band, Jazz Choir II and the Hamptones show off their stuff in this free show. (208) 885-6231. Admission: FREE
5 EWU Visiting Writer’s Series: Mary Szybist 7:30 p.m. today, Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. The poet and 2013 National Book Award recipient (“Incarnadine”) will be reading and answering questions. (509) 838-0206. Admission: FREE
6 North Idaho Sportsman’s Expo Noon-6 p.m. today, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday, Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. Premier family outdoor adventure show featuring recreational activities such as RVs, boating, ATVs, hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, off-roading and so much more. More than 130 local vendors, a canine aquatics competition and a variety of competitive ATV/UTV events in the main arena, along with professional races and demonstrations. (208) 765-4969. Admission: $7 general, free for 10 and younger; admission good all weekend.
7 Passport to the Arts: Cultural Exchange with the Plateau and the UAE 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave., Family event with a falconry presentation, music, food, Plateau tribal dancing, henna designs and more. Held in conjunction with the new exhibit, “Past Forward: Contemporary Art form the Emirates,” which continues through June 28. (509) 363-5344. Admission: $10 adults, $7.50 seniors, $5 students with ID.
8 Kidical Mass Bike Ride 1 p.m. Saturday, Chief Garry Park, 2701 E. Sinto Ave. Kids and their families are invited to a fun, safe ride. The three-mile route is great for bikes, trailers, Xtracycles, bakfiets, tandems, folding bikes, trikes are welcome. We have 30 helmets to give away, donated by Progressions Credit Union. There also are 12 bikes donated by the police department evidence facility, and Christ the King Church will hand out ice cream and raffle prizes at the end of the ride. Ride through the neighborhood beginning at Chief Garry Park. (509) 723 2908. Admission: FREE
9 Barry Lee White and Reckless Pistols 7 p.m. Saturday, Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. Enjoy a country music performance, with proceeds to benefit Rough Start Horse Rescue. sp.knittingfactory.com. Admission: $10
!0 Eric Neuhausser 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road, Spokane Valley Rhythm and blues, soul music; also, yard art by Jennifer Massie. Part of the Thursday “Performers on the Patio” series. Age 21 and older, photo ID required. No outside liquor, no pets, coolers and containers subjected to search. Portable lawn chairs or blankets are encouraged. (509) 927-9463. Admission: FREE
