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Issue 5-8-2008
| Category Name |
Event Title |
Description |
| HOLIDAY |
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH |
Champagne, a buffet and an auction will be a part of this event on May 11 from 9 am-2 pm. Cost: $20; $6, children. Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Rd. (448-1224 ext. 10) |
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MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION |
A brunch will be on May 11 from 8:30 am-2 pm. Cost: $25. Twigs, 4320 S. Regal St. (443-8000) |
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MOTHER’S DAY TOUR |
A self-guided tour of the Spokane designs penned by the Olmsted Brothers will be on May 11 from noon-4 pm. Cost: $15; $10, members. The MAC, 2316 W. First Ave. www.northwestmuseum.org (456-3931) |
| FILM |
AYAMYE |
A documentary film about the Village Bicycle Project’s efforts to provide bicycles to the people of Ghana, Africa will show on May 14 at 7 pm. Free. Will be collecting donated bikes for project. REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. (328-9900) |
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BEYOND SILENCE |
The story of a musically inclined woman whose parents are deaf will be shown on May 14 at 7 pm. Cost: $6; $3, college faculty and staff; free, CCS students. The Garland, 924 W. Garland Ave. (389-8735) |
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THE COUNTERFEITERS |
The Australian film and Oscar winner will be shown on May 8 and May 10 at 7:30 pm. Cost: $6; $5, students, seniors. Panida, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint, Idaho (208-263-9191) |
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THE GREAT DEBATORS |
The film starring Denzell Washington will show on May 9-10 at 5:15 pm and 8 pm. It will show again on May 11 at 4:15 pm and 7 pm. Cost: $6; $3, children 12 and younger. Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow, Idaho (208-882-4127) |
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THE MAN FROM SNOWY RIVER |
The 1982 film will show on May 16 at 7 pm. Free. Lidgerwood Presbyterian Church, 4449 N. Nevada St. (487-9667) |
| MUSIC |
AVRIL LAVIGNE |
The pop star will perform on May 9 at 7 pm. Tickets: $30-$40. The Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. (325-SEAT) |
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BERNSTEIN’S BROADWAY |
The music from West Side Story, Peter Pan, On the Town, Candide and Wonderful Town will be conducted by Morihiko Nakahara in a performance on May 10 at 8 pm. Tickets: $20-$44. INB Performing arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (624-1200) |
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HOLY BLUEGRASS |
The band New Horizons will perform on May 10 at 7 pm. Free. Holy Names Music Center, 3910 W. Custer Ave. (326-9516) |
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JUNI FISHER |
The singer and songwriter will perform on May 8 at 7:30 pm. Cost: $15. Woman’s Club, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. (443-2710) |
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KENNY LOGGINS |
The singer and songwriter will perform on May 9 at 8:30 pm. Cost: $50-$60. Northern Quest, 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, Wash. (242-7000) |
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MUSICFEST NORTHWEST |
A festival of music and dancing will be from May 11-16. See website for prices and times. The Bing, 901 W. Sprague Ave. www.musicfestnorthwest.org (327-3455) |
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SCOTT KIRBY |
The composer, pianist and visual artist will perform on May 9 at 7 pm. Tickets: $12; $8; students. Panida, 300 N. First Ave., Sandpoint, Idaho (208-255-7801) |
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TRIBUTE TO LOUIS |
Byron Stripling will perform the music of Louis Armstrong on May 9 at 8 pm. Cost: $26-$30. The Bing, 901 W. Sprague (325-SEAT) |
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AUDITION FOR CNO |
Christians Night Out is looking for a few good bands to perform at their monthly events. cnospokane@yahoo.com (342-6446) |
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CROOKED KILT |
The folk singers will hold a benefit concert on May 16 at 7 pm. Donate a can or more of food. Proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. Borders, 9980 N. Newport Hwy. (466-2231) |
| THEATRE |
ANNIE! |
The story of the little orphan with red hair will be performed on May 16, May 23, May 30 at 7 pm; on May 17-18, May 24, June 1 and June 8 at 1 pm; and May 31 and June 7 at 10 am and 4 pm. Cost: $10; $8, child. SCC, Lair, 1810 N. Mission Ave. (325-SEAT) |
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BROADWAY BOUND |
The final chapter of Neil Simon’s Eugene Trilogy will be performed during a session of Reader’s Theatre on May 9-10 at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $10. The Old Church, 405 William St., Post Falls, Idaho (208-667-1323 or 208-457-8950) |
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DANCING AT LUGHNASA |
The Pend Oreille Players Association presents the play written by Brian Friel on May 9-10 and May 16-17 at 7 pm. Matinee performances on May 11 and May 18 at 3 pm. Tickets: $10; $8, seniors and students. Create Place, Fourth Ave. and Fea St., Newport, Wash. (447-3787) |
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GROUP THERAPY LIVE |
Watch as improvisers act out their problems on May 9, May 16 and May 23 at 9 pm. Cost: $8; $6, children, seniors and students. The show “Safari,” featuring short-form improv, will be on May 17 at 9 pm. Cost: $5. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. (747-7045) |
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HOLLYWOOD ARMS |
The play based on the memoir of Carol Burnett will be performed on May 8 and May 15 at 7:30 pm, May 9-10 and May 16 at 8 pm and on May 11 and May 18 at 2 pm. Tickets: $7-$18. The Civic, Firth J. Crew Studio Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. (325-2507) |
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INTO THE WOODS |
The story of a childless baker and his wife, who must lift a curse in order to have children, will be portrayed through May 18 with performances on Thursday-Saturday at 7:30 pm and on Sunday at 2 pm. Tickets: $16; $13, seniors, students; $10, juniors. Lake City Playhouse, 1320 E. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene (208-667-1323) |
|
OLEANNA |
The controversial play written by David Mamet will be performed on May 9-10 and May 16 at 8 pm; May 10 and May 17-18 at 2 pm; and on May 7-8 and May 14-15 at 7:30 pm. Tickets: $10-$21. Interplayers, 174 S. Howard St. (455-PLAY) |
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PROOF |
The Tony Award-winning play that explores the relationship between genius and madness will be performed on May 14, May 16 and May 17 at 7:30 pm. Matinee performance on May 15 and May 18 at 2 pm. Tickets: $5; free, EWU students . EWU, 526 Fifth St., Cheney, Wash. (359-6672) |
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ROPE |
Ignite! Community Theatre will perform this murder mystery as part of a reader’s theater on May 10 at 7 pm. Free. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. (993-6540) |
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TALKING WITH |
A play consisting of 11 monologues about women who are exploring different ways of dealing with conflict will be performed on May 8-10, May 15, May 17 at 8 pm. A matinee showing will be on May 11 at 3 pm. Tickets: $19-$23. CenterStage, 1017 W. First Ave. (74-STAGE) |
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THE JUNGLE BOOK |
The story about an abandoned boy named Mowgli, who befriends the animals of the jungle, will be performed through May 18 with performances on Sundays at 2 pm and on Fridays and Saturday at 7 pm. Tickets: $5. Theater Arts for Children, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. (325-SEAT) |
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THE ODD COUPLE |
The play about the TV series will be performed on May 9-10 at 7 pm, May 16 at 7 pm, and on May 17 at 2 pm. Cost: $10. Unity Church, 2900 S. Bernard St. (838-6518) |
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THE TEMPEST |
The audience will read this play out loud on May 18 at 1:15 pm. Cost: $2. The Mirror Theater, St. Mark’s Parish Hall, 111 S. Jefferson St., Moscow, Idaho (208-882-1394) |
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WITHERCRAFT MANOR |
Youth (ages 13-18) are invited to audition for a summer theater camp on May 11 at 5 pm for new campers and at 7 pm for returning campers. Tuition: $350. Camp will be from July 21-Aug. 10. Performances scheduled for Aug. 7-9 and Aug. 13-17 at 7 pm. Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. (326-6311) |
| DANCE |
BROADWAY UNBOUND |
Whitworth choreography students will dance scenes of original pieces created by students who worked at the Center for Justice in a performance on May 9 at 7 pm. Cost: $1. Whitworth, 300 W. Hawthorne Ave. (777-3707) |
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THE LILAC CITY FEIS |
Irish dancers from schools in Idaho, Oregon and Washington will compete on May 10 from noon-5 pm. Free. Good Samaritan Society, 17121 E. Eighth Ave. (924-6161) |
| ART EVENTS |
BLOCK EXCHANGE |
Work on a quilt at this potluck on May 10 from 9:30 am-3:30 pm. Free. Bring a side dish. Country Homes Christian Church, 8415 N. Wall St. (435-3889) |
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CDA ARTWALK |
Downtown Coeur d’Alene will be open and showcasing art on May 9 from 5-8 pm. Free. Angel Gallery of Fine Art, 423 E. Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene (208-665-7232) |
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CHAIR AFFAIR |
Artist demonstrations, food, auctions and more will be a part of this event on May 9 from 6-9 pm. Free. Talk-N-Coffee, 119 E. Astor Rd., Colville, Wash. (509-684-3002 or 509-684-2373) |
|
CLAY POTS |
Learn how to make pots on May 9 from 10-30 am-4 pm. Cost: $45. A class on soft pastels will be on May 17 from 10:30 am-4 pm. Cost: $15. Naples Art Gallery, Hwy. 95 at mile marker 495 1/2. (208-267-6575) |
|
STEP INTO AFRICA |
An exhibit focusing on the AIDS crisis will be on display from May 16-19. Free. First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar St. (747-1058) |
|
WHIMSICALS FOR MOMMY |
Students 14 years and older can create a clay lady pin for mom on May 10 from 1-2:30 pm. Cost: $20. A fiddle troupe will play on May 10 at 7 pm. Cost: $5. Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. (509-229-3414) |
| GALLERIES |
ANTWIQU’ED |
The abstract interpretations of Northwest areas by Ben Joyce will be on display through May 31. 309 W. Second Ave. (838-3053) |
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ARBOR CREST TASTING ROOM |
The metal sculptures and paintings of Paul Kuhlmann will be on display through May 31. River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. (747-3903) |
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ART SPIRIT GALLERY |
Fifteen clay artists’ work will be on display from May 9-31. Artist reception: May 9 from 5-8 pm. 415 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene (208-765-6006) |
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ARTISANS’ WARES |
The mosaic collages of Charleen Martin will be on display through May 30. 1009 W. First Ave. (456-6030) |
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BANK LEFT GALLERY |
The artwork of Kay Montgomery will be on display through May 31. 100 S. Bridge St., Palouse, Wash. (509-878-8425) |
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BARRISTER WINERY |
The paintings of Tim Lord and the wood carvings of Rich Greinert will be on display through May 31. 1213 W. Railroad Ave. (465-3591) |
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CENTERSTAGE |
The photography of Roopam Kakoti will be on display through May 31. 1017 W. First Ave. (747-8243) |
|
CHASE GALLERY |
The artwork of Katherine Nelson and William Turner will be on display through June 27. 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (625-6079) |
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CONEXION DEL TANGO |
The landscapes and nudes of Derek Poole will be on display through May 31. 122 S. Monroe St. (990-2739) |
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DAHMEN BARN |
The exhibit “Life’s a Zoo,” featuring the pastel and scratch board work of Judy Fairley, will be on display through May 31. Hwy 195, Uniontown, Wash. (509-229-3655) |
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DOWNTOWN LIBRARY |
The art and poetry of adolescent artists will be on display through May 30. 906 W. Main Ave. (444-5420) |
|
EMPYREAN |
The oil paintings of Natalie Gauvin and the watercolors and pastels of Sohee O’Conner will be on display through May 31. 174 S. Madison St. (838-9819) |
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FRAME OF MIND GALLERY |
A series of photos taken by adolescents will be on display through May 16. 119 N. Second St., Coeur d’Alene (208-769-2315) |
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GALLERY OF THUM’ |
The artwork of Barbara Hamann, Thelma Giampietri, Ethelynn Coleman, Dixie Slaton and Debbie Hughbanks will be on display through May 31. 159 S. Lincoln St. (294-9234) |
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GELLHORN GALLERY |
The oil paintings of Victoria Brace will be on display through May 18. 174 S. Howard St. (455-7529) |
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GRAND RONDE CELLARS |
The fused glass and jewelry by John Stokesberry, the blown glass of Callahan McVay, the Balinese furniture of Ayu Sustilawati and the paintings of Marsha Marcuson, Shirley Hackett, Louise Saylor and more will be on display through May 31. 906 W. Second Ave. (928-2788) |
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KOHLER GALLERY |
The senior art exhibit “Hard NOX” will be on display through May 17. Whitworth, 300 W. Hawthorne Ave. (777-3258) |
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KOLVA/SULLIVAN GALLERY |
The mixed-media work of ceramic artist Mardi Nenno and the fabric-work of Tresia Oosting will be on display through May 31. 115 S. Adams St. (462-5653) |
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LORINDA KNIGHT GALLERY |
The sculpture of Bernadette Vielbig titled “The Pecking Order” and the vintage fabric framed by Kathryn Glowen will on display through June 28. 523 W. Sprague (838-3740) |
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MADELEINE’S CAFE |
The acrylics and pastels on canvas by Mercia Sheets will be on display through May 31. 707 W. Main Ave. (624-2253) |
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NAMASKA |
The acrylic on canvas by Robert York will be on display through May 31. 421 W. First Ave. (328-8283) |
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NEAT OLD STUFF |
The photographs of William Pitt, the watercolors of Cecile Charles and prints of local icons by Harold Balazs will be on display through May 31. 222 S. Bernard St. (536-6390) |
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NORTHWEST ARTISTS CO-OP |
The raku and pottery of Hilda Bradshaw will be on display through May 31. 217 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene (208-667-1464) |
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POTTERY PLACE PLUS |
The conceptual portraits of mothers and children and the lamp worked-glass jewelry of Lisa Moss will be on display through May 31. Main floor of Auntie’s, 602 N. Washington St. (327-6920) |
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SARANAC ARTS PROJECTS |
The exhibit “What is Trade?”, featuring Donald Fels and the signboard painters of India, will be on display through June 29. 25 W. Main Ave. (624-3058) |
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SIMPLY NORTHWEST |
The birdhouses, bookends, candle holders and more of Patsy Pinch will be on display through May 31. 8 N. Post St. (456-8206) |
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SPOKANE ATHLETIC CLUB |
The work of E.L. Stewart will be on display through May 31. 1002 W. Riverside Ave. (838-6511) |
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THE ARTIST TREE |
The exhibits “Glimpses Within—through the eyes of a dreamer” by Melissa Carpenter, “Into the Wild” by Diane Versteeg and “In a Wood” by David Young will be on display through May 31. 828 W. Sprague (456-2300) |
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TIN MAN GALLERY |
The paintings of Ric Gendron will be on display through May 31. 811 W. Garland Ave. (325-1500) |
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TRACKSIDE STUDIO |
The ceramic sculptures of Chris Kelsey and Mark Moore will be on display through May 31. 115 S. Adams St. (462-5653) |
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WOMEN’S HEARTH |
Photography by women of diverse backgrounds will be on display through May 31. 920 W. Second Ave. (455-4249) |
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FAR WEST |
The artwork of Rob York and Megan Whitman will be on display through May 31. Far West, 1001 W. First Ave. (455-3429) |
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KRESS GALLERY |
Asian-style painting and calligraphy will be on display through May 30. River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. (363-0304) |
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MOBIUS KIDS |
The show titled “Invisible Treasures: The Rain Forest Series,” by Heidi Mullins, will be on display through May 30. River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. (624-5437) |
| MUSEUMS |
JUNDT ART MUSEUM |
The work of Gonzaga’s 2008 senior art majors will be on display through May 10. The oil paintings of Pam Ingalls in an exhibit titled “Pam Ingalls: Ah Life” will be on display through July 31. 202 E. Cataldo Ave. (323-3891) |
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MUSEUM OF NORTH IDAHO |
The exhibit “Wings Over North Idaho,” featuring the first municipally owned airport in the United States, Weeks Field, will be on display through Oct. 31. 115 NW Blvd., Coeur d'Alene (208-664-3448) |
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NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ARTS & CULTURE |
Paintings on metal that seek to explore, question, critique and challenge the economic and social impact of the current economic globalization of our world will be on display through June 29. Contemporary American Indian artwork of Edgar Heap of Birds, Emmi Whitehorse, Kevin Red Star, Truman Lowe, George Flett and more will be on display through June 29.
“Contested Ground: The Landscape Redrawn,” by Pacific Northwest artists whose works explore our relationship with the natural world, will be on display through Aug. 17.
“Olmsted Brothers: Designing Spokane Landscapes,” an exhibit of correspondence, photos and plans from the prestigious Boston landscaping firm hired to create Spokane’s park plan, will be exhibited through Aug. 17. Cost: $7; $5, seniors and students; free, children 5 and younger. MAC, 2316 W. First Ave. www.northwestmuseum.org (456-3931) |
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SPOKANE VALLEY HERITAGE MUSEUM |
The exhibit “America at War,” featuring the Civil War, WWI and WWII, will be on display through June 24. Cost: $5, $4, seniors; $3, youth. 12114 E. Sprague (922-4570) |
| KIDS |
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME |
Kids can illustrate a book cover while they hear a story on May 10 at 11:30 am. Free. Borders, 9980 N. Newport Hwy. (466-2231) |
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HACKIN’ HOOPS |
A 3-on-3 basketball tournament for youth (grades 2-12) will be on May 10. Free to watch. Mt. Spokane High School, 6015 E. Mount Spokane Park Dr., Mead, Wash. (218-2008 or 220-8682) |
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ON THE RAILROAD |
Sidetrack will sing train tunes on May 10 from 1-2 pm. Free. The Bing, 901 W. Sprague (328-5729) |
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TIKE STORYTIME |
Toddlers can hear a story on May 9 at 10 am and Preschoolers can hear a story at 10:30 am. Free. East Side Library, 524 W. Stone Ave. (444-5375) |
| LECTURES |
MINING HISTORY |
Regional experts and UI faculty will discuss the history of Idaho in a lecture on May 9 from 7-9 pm. Free. 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St., Moscow, Idaho (208-885-7472 or 208-882-1004) |
| COMEDY |
RICHARD SENNE |
The comedian will perform on May 8 at 8 pm. Cost: $6. He will perform again on May 9-10 at 10 pm. Cost: $12. Brickwall Comedy Club, 105 E. Mission Ave. (458-4149) |
| WRITING |
AT AUNTIE’S |
Domenic Stansberry will present his book Ancient Rain on May 9 at 7:30 pm. N.D. Wilson 100 Cupboards,a book for young readers, will be presented on May 14 at 7:30 pm. Missoula author Susanna Sonnenberg will present Her Last Death: a Memoir on May 15 at 7:30 pm. Free. Auntie’s, 420 W. Main Ave. (838-0206) |
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GREY PINE |
T.Lloyd Winetsky will discuss how his experience when Mount St. Helens erupted inspired his novel in a lecture on May 9 from 4-6 pm. Free. Barnes & Noble, 4790 N. Division (482-4235) |
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POETRY CONTEST |
Submissions are now being accepted for The Idaho Prize for Poetry 2008. Cost: $25. Entries must be postmarked by May 15, 2008. Lost Horse Press, 105 Lost Horse Lane, Sandpoint, Idaho (208-255-4410) |
| OUTDOORS |
ADAPTIVE SILVICULTURE |
Walk through the McGovern Forest and discuss treatments and adaptive management with Karel Stoszek on May 16 from 8:30 am-4 pm. Cost: $5. Must register by May 9. UI Coeur d’Alene, 1000 W. Hubbard St., Coeur d’Alene (208-446-1680 or 208-446-1694) |
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EAGLE POW WOW |
EWU’s Native American Student Association will have their 40th Powwow on May 10 from 1-7 pm. Free. EWU, 512 Fifth Ave., Cheney, Wash. www.ewu.edu/ais (359-6660) |
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GARDEN EXPO |
More than 400 green thumbs will present their garden-related goods on May 10 from 9 am-5 pm. Free. SCC, 1810 N. Greene St. (535-8434) |
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RUNNING CLUB |
The Flying Irish Running Club will jog for 3 miles on May 8 and May 15 at 6 pm. Free. O’Doherty’s Irish Grill, 525 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (747-0322) |
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WOMEN’S CLIMBING NIGHT |
Learn some basic climbing skills on May 12 at 6 pm. Free. REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. (328-9900) |
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CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT |
The infantry, the calvalry, the medical personnel and the civilians will all be a part of this event on May 24 from 9 am-5 pm, on May 25 from 9 am-1 pm and on May 26 from 9 am-1 pm. Cost: $7; free, children 12 and younger. Riverside State Park, Equestrian Area. www.ewcwc.org (468-1739) |
| SPORTS |
PAMPERING SKIN |
A class that discusses skin cancer, anti-aging and more will be on May 10 from 9 am-noon. Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. (232-8138) |
| WELLNESS |
HANDLE CHANGE |
Dr. Sandi Wilson will show ways to deal with changes in the workplace on May 15 from 5-7 pm. Cost: $200. St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. (483-6495) |
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INTRO TO YOGA |
A class for people who are new or need to be reintroduced to yoga will be from May 12-June 30 on Mondays from 7-8:30 pm. Cost: $130. Twist Yoga, 176 S. Howard St., Suite A. (995-5505) |
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MINDFUL MAMAS |
A support group for mothers will be on May 15 at 10:30 am. Free. City Yoga, 505 E. 24th Ave. (981-8659) |
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PERSONAL WISDOM |
Explore the second half of life in a class on May 8 from 7-8:30 pm, May 9 from 9 am-4 pm and on May 10 from 9 am-noon. Cost: $75-$90. St. Joseph Family Center, 1016 N. Superior St. (483-6495) |
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PRACTICE MINDFULNESS |
Accept arises in awareness during a meditation on May 11 from 1-4 pm. Cost: $30. Mellow Monkey Yoga Studio, 9017 E. Euclid Ave., Millwood, Wash. (270-0001) |
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FALUN GONG |
Practice this form of qigong on Saturdays at 9 am. A class on Tai Chi will be at 10 am. Free. Manito Park, 1800 S. Grand Blvd. (252-0433)
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SCIENCE OF SPIRITUALITY |
A program for all levels of meditators will be offered every Saturday at 10 am. Free. 327 W. Brita Ave. (279-2807) |
| FOOD & DRINK |
HUCKLEBERRY BLUSH & MOM |
A wine tasting in honor of mom will be on May 10-11 from 5-8 pm. Cost: $5, five flights. Pend d’Oreille Winery, 220 Cedar Ave., Sandpoint, Idaho (208-265-8545) |
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TOP TEN UNDER TWENTY |
Taste 10 wines that cost less than $20 on May 9 at 7 pm. Cost: $25. Includes breads and cheese. Rocket Market, 726 E. 43rd Ave. (343-2253) |
| BENEFITS |
AUCTIONING FOR PEACE |
A potluck, silent and live auction benefiting the Peace and Action Justice League will be on May 9 at 6 pm. Free. Mountain Gear Headquarters, 6021 E. Mansfield Ave. (838-7870) |
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BENEFIT WASHOUT |
A spaghetti dinner, bingo, cup cake walk and more will be a part of this event to benefit the Downing family from Camden on May 10 from 1-7 pm. Cost: $10; $6, youth 12 and younger. Camden Grange Hall, Elk-Camden Rd., Elk, Wash. (292-2492) |
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DINE IN |
Order a gourmet lunch that will be delivered by volunteers on May 14. Cost: $12. Lunch must be ordered by May 12. Proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels. Mid-City Concerns, 1222 W. Second Ave. (232-0864 or 456-0397) |
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GARDEN BENEFIT |
Annuals, Perennials, herbs and more will be for sale on May 15 from 9 am-6 pm. Free. Proceeds benefit the Lilac Blind Association. Camyn’s Greenhouse, 4317 S. Garfield St. (747-8613) |
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HEART BENEFIT |
The bands London Get Down, Sweet Hollow, International Heroes, The Let Up and The JonnyForest will perform at a benefit concert to raise money for children with congenital heart disease on May 10 at 6:30 pm. Cost: $10. Big Easy, 919 W. Sprague (325-SEAT or 385-8276) |
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HEROES ON THE RUNWAY |
Local firefighters will be modeling clothing from Chico’s and Mountain Gear in order to raise funds for the American Red Cross on May 15 from 5:30-8:30 pm. Northern Quest, 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, Wash. (326-3330) |
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PING PONG TOURNAMENT |
Finger food, prizes and of course pong will all be a part of this event on May 9 at 5 pm. Cost: $15. The Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada St. (466-1565) |
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UNIVERSITY WOMEN |
The American Association of University Women will hold a benefit luncheon on May 17 at 11 am. Cost: $25. Northern Quest, 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, Wash. (487-1080) |
| VOLUNTEERING |
CLOTHING BANK VOLUNTEERS |
Three to four people are needed to distribute clothing to families in need. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. (927-1153) |
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FESTIVAL WEEK |
Volunteers are needed to prepare for and work at Musicfest Northwest. The festival will be from May 11-16. www.musicfestnorthwest.org (448-8726) |
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VOLUNTEER AT ARTFEST |
Work on art projects, give information or work in the beer and wine garden from May 30-June 1. Coeur d’Alene Park, Browne’s Addition, 2195 W. Second Ave. www.northwestmuseum.org (290-2542) |
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VOLUNTEER AT KSPS |
Groups of 15 to 20 persons are needed to answer phones and take pledges during on-air campaigns. KSPS Public Television, 3911 S. Regal St. (354-7724) |
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VOLUNTEER FOR PEACE |
The Peace and Justice Action League of Spokane is looking for people to join them in working on world and local issues. Community Building, 35 W. Main Ave. pjals@qwest.net (838-7870) |
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HELP AT HOLY |
Volunteers are needed to provide aid to patients. Holy Family Hospital, 5633 N. Lidgerwood St. (482-2253) |
| ETC… |
BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT |
John and Judy Kolb will speak about praise and worship at this luncheon on May 13 from 11 am-2 pm. Cost: $11.25. Includes lunch. Preregistration recommended. Best Western, 414 Appleway St., Coeur d’Alene (209-772-4800) |
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BIKE TO WORK WEEK |
Pedal yourself to work with other Spokane residents from May 12-16. Register online at www.biketoworkspokane.org |
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CALLING JUDY GARLAND |
The Garland Street Fair Planning Committee is currently accepting applications from local artists, non-profits and vendors for the Aug. 16 event. (324-2323) |
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GETTING ALONG WITH PEOPLE |
A six-week workshop taught by Thubten Chondron will be on Tuesdays beginning on May 13 at 7 pm. Cost: Donations requested. Create Place, 900 W. Fourth St., Newport, Wash. (447-5549) |
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GREEN DRINKS |
A grassroots meet-up of social networking for eco-professionals will discuss (over cocktails) the state of the planet on May 13 at 5:30 pm. Free. Buy your own booze. Brooklyn Nights, 122 S. Monroe St. (228-8673) |
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RUNWAY RENEGADES |
A craft fair will be on May 10 from 2-10 pm. A fashion show will be on May 10 at 7 pm. Cost: $5. All ages until 9 pm. Elements, 21 E. Lincoln Ave. (218-7469) |
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SAVE OUR SHIRE |
A festival showcasing various ways to save the environment will be from May 8-12 at various times during the week. Tickets: $20; $40, per week; $80, per family. SOS Open-Air Experience & Eco Show, 101 Harry Pierce Rd., St. John, Wash. (509-648-3272 or 509-648-3707) |
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SCIENCE ON TAP |
Rhena Cooper will discuss the three different types of fat on May 13 at 5:30 pm. Free. Buy your own brew. Coeur d’Alene Brewery, 209 Lakeside Ave. (208-699-6240) |
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SCRABBLE FUN |
The Spokane Scrabble Club will meet on May 12 at 6 pm. Free. Liberty Cafe, 404 W. Main Ave. (218-9113) |
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SPEED NETWORKING CDA |
Go on six one-on-ones on May 14 at 6:30 pm. Cost:$7. Includes wine sampling and free appetizers. Must RSVP. Cena’s, 182 E. Neider Ave., Coeur d’Alene (208-262-4220) |
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SPOCANNABIS |
A group that offers information to ill and injured patients about their rights and responsibilities under the Washington State Medical Marijuana Act will meet on May 10 at 1 pm. Free. Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 314 S. Spruce St. www.spocannabis.org (998-3405 |
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SPRING FESTIVAL |
Garden art, spring plantings, vintage linens and more will be available as well as tea on May 17 from 10:30 am-5 pm and on May 18 from 1-4 pm. Cost: $45; $3, child; $12, family. Red Barn Farms, 501 Wawawai Rd., Colton, Wash. (509-995-6335) |
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VISITOR EVENT |
The Northside Networkers will exhibit and share ways to develop your business on May 14 from 7-8:30 am. Free. Reservations suggested. Teamsters Building, 1912 N. Division (208-661-0191) |
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DONATE YOUR BIKE |
Pedals2People is now accepting donations of gently-used bicycles to provide transportation to people around the world. Please call to donate. 4218 S. Garfield St. www.pedals2people.org (842-6597) |
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RANDY WILLIAMS’ TRAVEL PHOTOS |
Photos from this professor’s trip to England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland will be on display through May 11. Gonzaga, Rosauer Center for Education, 714 E. Boone Ave. (323-3506) |
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VOCAL FAMILIES |
A town meeting titled “Give Families a Voice,” will be on May 17 from 11 am-2 pm. Free. East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone St. (326-4135) |
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WILDFLOWER IDENTIFICATION |
See how to identify plants and flowers on May 17 from 9 am-noon. Cost: $15; $10, per session. Must preregister. Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, 26010 S. Smith Rd., Cheney, Wash. (235-4979) |
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KOOTENAI COUNTY FARMER’S MARKET |
Every Saturday through October 18 homegrown goods will be for sale from 8 am-1 pm. The music of Keith Harris will be a part of the opening on May 10. Highway 95 at Prairie Avenue, Hayden, Idaho. The market will be open on Wednesdays from May 14-Sept 24 from 4-7 pm. Downtown Coeur d’Alene on Fifth St. between Front and Lakeside Ave. (208-661-2431) |
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MILLWOOD FARMERS MARKET |
Local honey, meat, vegetables and eggs will be for sale every Wednesday beginning on May 21 from 3-7 pm. Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Rd. (924-2350) |
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MOSCOW FARMER’S MARKET |
This farmer’s market will be open every Saturday from 8 am-noon through Oct. 31. Free. Friendship Square, 206 E. Third St., Moscow, Idaho (208-883-7036) |
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NESTTING VILLAGE |
Vintage merchandise will be for sale on May 10 from 10 am-5 pm and on May 11 from noon-4 pm. Nestting Vintage Market, 1910 W. Monroe Rd., Colbert, Wash. (995-5335) |
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SANDPOINT FARMERS MARKET |
This farmers market is open on Saturdays from 9 am-1 pm. The Bright Moments will perform during market hours on May 10. Free. Sandpoint, Idaho (208-265-2689) |
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SPOKANE FARMERS MARKET |
Local food will be available for purchase beginning on May 10 and running every Saturday through the summer. The music of Laddie Ray Melvin, Brad Keeler and “Lonesome” Lyle Morse will serenade the opening. 20 W. Second Ave. (995-0812) |
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