1 “The Gorgon” 7:30 p.m. today, 2 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 2 p.m. Sunday, University of Idaho, Forge Theater, 404 Sweet Ave., Moscow. Zana Previti’s play explores the turmoil inside an aging sculptor and those surrounding her. Presented as a staged reading by the University of Idaho Department of Theatre Arts. (208) 885-6465. Admission: FREE for UI students; $10/general
2 Stubborn Son 9 p.m. today, Checkerboard Bar, 1716 E. Sprague Ave. Seattle-based rockers with a Spokane-bred lead singer. Also playing: Dawn of Life. (509) 535-4007. Admission: FREE
3 Fiesta Spokane Heritage Festival Noon to 8 p.m. Saturday, Riverfront Park, Gondola Meadow, 507 N. Howard St. Second annual family-friendly event sharing and celebrating the Latino culture with the community. Featuring food, mariachi, folkloric dancers, Latin entertainment and a children’s carnival. Food vendors will be set up on Post Street. (509) 625-6601. Admission: FREE
4 Carolyn Stephens: Review of Work: 1975-2015 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. weekdays, Monday through Oct. 16, with lecture and reception. 11:30 a.m. Thursday. A sample of drawings and mixed media art by the recently retired SFCC art instructor. (509) 533-3710. Admission: FREE
5 Spokane Poetry Slam 8 p.m. Monday, the Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. Competitive performance poetry. Poets have three minutes to present their original work without costumes, props or musical accompaniment. Audience judges chosen at random score the poem and the highest cumulative score after two rounds of poetry wins the $50 grand prize. This is loud and raucous, and audience participation is highly encouraged. Content is not censored. Sign-ups at 7 p.m. (208) 340-2750. Admission: $5/competitor or audience member
6 Rachel Bade McMurphy Trio 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Road. Jazz with jewelry by Dona Farsdahl. 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
7 Pops Concert 7 p.m. Thursday, Spokane First Church of the Nazarene, 9004 N. Country Homes Blvd. Dr. John Atwell, a theater organist from Melbourne, Australia, has performed for more than 40 years around the globe. He will be playing on the historic Wurlitzer Theatre Organ. (509) 467-8986. Admission: FREE, donations accepted for the Organ Fund.
8 James Reid 7:30 p.m. Thursday, University of Idaho, Lionel Hampton School of Music, Haddock Performance Hall, 1010 Blake Ave., Moscow. Faculty guitar recital. (208) 885-6231. Admission: $5/adults, $3/students and seniors
9 Refresh Your Run 7-8:30 p.m. Thursday, REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. This class will help you get in the groove and provide training and technique insights to get you back in shape and/or prepare for your upcoming race. Learn about training tips, injury prevention, secondary training strategies, and the qualities of a runner. Additionally, we will spend some time outside working on running form and exercises. Dress accordingly for light activities, drills and exercises. (509) 328-9900. Admission: FREE
!0 Lunch and Learn with Jen Mueller 11 a.m. Thursday, Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. Root Sports sideline reporter and award-winning television and radio sportscaster for the Seattle Mariners and Seattle Seahawks will discuss her book, “Talk Sporty to Me.” Lunch and door prizes before the lecture. (800) 325-SEAT. Admission: $10