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Take It Apart - Use basic tools, gloves and safety goggles to take apart electronics, small appliances and other devices that no longer serve their purpose. Grades Kindergarten and older. Children eight and younger must bring an adult. Jan. 6, Feb. 3, March 3, April 4, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road Free. (509) 893-8350.
Storytime: Jeni Leidenfrost and Jessica Linn Evans - Jeni Leidenfrost is the author and Jessica Linn Evans is the illustrator of “Little Mouse Finds a Friend.” 11 a.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.
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Girls Brick Build - A fun STEM challenge using LEGO bricks followed by a free-build time. Selected creations displayed in the library. For girls ages 6-12. 4 p.m. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free. (509) 444-5380.
Augmented Reality - Augmented reality is used by programs, such as Pokemon Go, to blend 2D and 3D realities. Learn to create and understand augmented reality in this class. Bring a smartphone (any platform: iOS, Android or Windows). No coding experience is necessary but computer literacy skills are a must. Registration required. Age 16+. Jan. 9, 6 p.m. and Jan. 27, 2 p.m. 6 p.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road Free. (509) 893-8350.
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Math: More Than Counting - Early math for toddlers and preschoolers is more than just counting. Explore how young children learn about math using the Learning Pathways in Numeracy. With an in-depth look at the Learning Pathways, the group will discuss ways to incorporate hands-on activities for early math learning and investigate how to use picture books to teach math concepts in developmentally appropriate ways. 10 a.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road Free. (509) 893-8350.
Forensics Club with EWU - Explore kid-friendly activities at five different forensic stations. Drop in to match shoe prints to “suspect” shoes and complete other “crime scene” investigations. Activities are presented by the EWU Forensics Club. All ages, but kids 8 and younger must bring an adult. 4 p.m. Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney Free. (509) 893-8280.
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Open House - Crescendo Community Chorus welcomes the community to an open house rehearsal. The open house will give kids an opportunity to rehearse and see what it’s like to sing in a larger group. Parents will be able to ask questions. The Prep Choir (ages 7-11) will begin at 5 p.m. and the Concert Choir (ages 11-18) will begin at 6 p.m. For more information, please visit www.crescendocommunitychorus.org 5 p.m. Knox Presbyterian Church, 806 W. Knox Ave. Free. (509) 714-0555.
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Wednesday
Drop-in Die-Cut Days - Teachers, parents and caregivers can create felt board stories to keep the kids occupied. Die-cut machines offer a fast way to create “5 Little Whatsits,” “ABCs and 123s” and other multipurpose felt pieces. Provided are die-cut machines, a variety of dies (including the alphabet, shapes, paper dolls, insects). Please bring your own felt and fabric scissors. 5 p.m. Spokane Valley Library , 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley Free. (509) 893-8400.
The Peking Acrobats - For the last 30 years, they have performed daring maneuvers atop a precarious pagoda of chairs; they are experts at trick-cycling, precision tumbling, somersaulting, and gymnastics. They defy gravity with amazing displays of contortion, flexibility, and control. They push the envelope of human possibility with astonishing juggling dexterity and incredible balancing feats. Accompanied by live musicians skillfully playing traditional Chinese instruments and high-tech special effects, this all-family event features all the festive pageantry of a Chinese Carnival! Part of the Fox Presents Family Series. 7 p.m. Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $25-$60. 1-800-325-SEAT.
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Thursday Brick Build - Children and families are invited to an afternoon with LEGO bricks. Build whatever you like or accept the monthly challenge. Selected creations displayed in library. Children ages five and older. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380. 4 p.m. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free. (509) 444-5380.