Calendar

Children/Family

Digital photography and video workshops - Several classes on a variety of topics will be offered. The photography workshops run from Jan. 27 to March 13. The video workshops run from March 21 to April 28. Each workshop series includes drop-in hours at The Lab at North Spokane Library on Wednesdays 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays 2-5 p.m. The Studio at Spokane Valley Library offers drop-in hours Tuesdays 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For children fourth to 12th grade. For more information on class topics and dates, visit www.scld/express-your-creativity. Saturday, Jan. 27-April 24, , North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, Country Homes. Free. (509) 893-8350.

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - Jan. 26-Feb. 11. A musical adaptation of the story of “the coat of many colors” as told in the Book of Genesis. Lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The Jan. 28 show is interpreted in American Sign Language. Presented by Spokane Children’s Theatre. Showtime is Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday at 2 p.m. Friday, Feb. 2, , Spokane Children’s Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia Ave. $14; $10/children younger than 12. (509) 328-4886.

Family Dance and Potluck - Easy circle, line, contra and folk dances will be taught by Susan Dankovich with music from Pluck and Squeek. All ages welcome and no experience or partner is necessary. Potluck begins at 6:30 p.m. with dancing from 7-8 p.m. Co-sponsored by the Youth and Teen Ministry. Friday, Feb. 2, , Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 127 E. 12th Ave., Spokane WA. (509) 533-9955.

Smurfs: The Lost Village - Smurfette and her friends race through the Forbidden Forest and discover the biggest secret in Smurf history. Rated PG. Animated. Run time: 1 hour 30 minutes. Young children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Coloring pages provided. Friday, Feb. 2, Friday, 2 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.

Cars 3 - Lightning McQueen sets out to prove to a new generation of racers that he’s still the best race car in the world. Rated G. Animated. Rune time: 1 hour 42 minutes. Snacks and coloring pages provided. Young children should be accompanied by a caregiver. Friday, Feb. 2, Friday, 3 p.m., East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. Free. (509) 444-5375.

Ceramic Valentine card - Children ages five to 16 are invited to make a ceramic Valentine card with stamps and press molds. Register at least 24 hours in advance by calling or visiting www.artisanbarn.org. Friday, Feb. 2, Friday, 4-5:30 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, Highway 195 N., 419 Park Way, Uniontown. $20. (509) 229-3414.

Family Storytime - 10 a.m. at South Hill Library 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385. 10:30 a.m. at Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley. (509) 444-5390. Saturday, Feb. 3, Free.

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. Saturday, Feb. 3, Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Extreme Science with Radical Rick: Forces - Tornadoes, vortexes, and gyroscopes—explore the forces that are all around us with Radical Rick. Space is limited; please register by visiting http://www.scld.org/. Children fourth grade and older. Saturday, Feb. 3, Saturday, 1-2 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, Country Homes. Free. (509) 893-8350.

Cool Runnings (1993) - Celebrate the upcoming Olympics with a film about a the creation of the first Jamaican bobsled team. Directed by Jon Turteltaub, starring Leon and John Candy. Rated PG. Run time: 1 hour 39 minutes. Saturday, Feb. 3, Saturday, 2 p.m., Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Free. (509) 444-5380.

Extreme Science with Radical Rick: Forces - Tornadoes, vortexes, and gyroscopes—explore the forces that are all around us with Radical Rick. Space is limited; please register by visiting http://www.scld.org/. Children fourth grade and older. Saturday, Feb. 3, Saturday, 3-4 p.m., North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, Country Homes. Free. (509) 893-8350.

The Inklings - A teen writer’s group that provides support from fellow teens and published local authors. Get feedback on current work and get writing prompts for new work. Snacks provided. Saturday, Feb. 3, Saturday, 3-5 p.m., Spark Central, 1214 W. Summit Parkway. Free. (509) 279-0299.

“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” - Jan. 26-Feb. 11. A musical adaptation of the story of “the coat of many colors” as told in the Book of Genesis. Lyrics by Tim Rice and music by Andrew Lloyd Webber. The Jan. 28 show is interpreted in American Sign Language. Presented by Spokane Children’s Theatre. Showtime is Friday at 7 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday at 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 4, , Spokane Children’s Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia Ave. $14; $10/children younger than 12. (509) 328-4886.

Game Day - Come anytime between 1-5 p.m. to play an assortment of board games. Sunday, Feb. 4, , Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.

Ceramic Valentine card - Children ages five to 16 are invited to make a ceramic Valentine card with stamps and press molds. Register at least 24 hours in advance by calling or visiting www.artisanbarn.org. Sunday, Feb. 4, Sunday, 1-3 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, Highway 195 N., 419 Park Way, Uniontown. $20. (509) 229-3414.

Toddler Storytime - For children 18 months to three years of age. 10 a.m. Multiple locations and days offered. Tuesdays: Downtown and South Hill libraries. Wednesdays: Hillyard and Shadle libraries. Thursdays: Shadle and South Hill libraries. Fridays: Downtown, East Side and Indian Trail libraries. Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5336. South Hill Library 3324 S. Perry St. (509) 444-5385. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. (509) 444-5380. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley. (509) 444-5390. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. (509) 444-5395. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5375. Tuesday, Feb. 6, Free.

Preschool Storytime - For children ages three to five. 10:30 a.m. Multiple days and locations offered. Tuesdays: Downtown Library. Wednesdays: Hillyard Library. Fridays: Downtown and East Side libraries. Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. (509) 444-5336. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. (509) 444-5380. Tuesday, Feb. 6, Free.

Preschool Play and Learn - For children ages three to five. 10:30 a.m. Multiple days and locations offered. Tuesdays: South Hill library. Wednesdays: Shadle Library. Thursdays: Shadle and South Hill libraries. Fridays: Indian Trial Library. South Hill Library 3324 S. Perry St. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Tuesday, Feb. 6, Free.

Build - A combination of simple and complex toys for children of all ages. 3 p.m. Multiple locations and days offered. Tuesdays: East Side and South Hill libraries. Wednesdays: Indian Trail Library. Thursdays: Hillyard and Shadle libraries. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. South Hill Library 3324 S. Perry St. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley. Tuesday, Feb. 6, Free.

Brick Build - An evening with Lego bricks. Build anything or accept the monthly challenge. For children ages five and older with their families. Tuesday, Feb. 6, Tuesday, 6:30 a.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Free. (509) 444-5395.

Taking Flight - Explore the science of flight by investigating several paper airplane designs and modifying them to make them fly further. For homeschooling children Kindergarten through sixth grade. Young children should be accompanied by a caregiver. Thursday, Feb. 8, Thursday, 10:30 a.m., Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Road. Free. (509) 444-5395.

Embroidered Valentine Cards - Use thread, yarn, an embroidery needle and paper to make Valentine cards. Supplies provided. For school-aged children through adults. Thursday, Feb. 8, Thursday, 4 p.m., Spokane Public Library - Downtown , 906 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 444-5336.

African American Storytime - Celebrate African American History Month with storytellers from the Spokane Storytelling League. For children in Kindergarten through fifth grade. Young children should be accompanied by a caregiver. Thursday, Feb. 8, Thursday, 4 p.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.

“Across the Great Divide” - Coeur d’Alene Summer Theater (CST) On the Road uses the story of Lewis and Clark to teach about history and the modern-day social challenges faced by students. Thursday, Feb. 8, Thursday, 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315.

“Shopkins Live!” RESCHEDULED for Feb. 9 - All of Shopville is in a tizzy as preparations get underway for the annual “Funtastic Food and Fashion Fair.” Shady Diva showcases her latest fashion designs; Lippy Lips gives colorful advice at the nail salon; Kooky Cookie tries to get in a beauty nap! But wait!! No event is complete without a few hiccups! Who has high-jinxed the fashion pageant? Where is the super-secret celebrity guest? Will Slick Breadstick ever find a dance partner? The Shopkins and Shoppies need your help — the show must go on! Friday, Feb. 9, Friday, 7 p.m., INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $25-$100. 1-800-325-SEAT.