Thai Bamboo on the opening night of Spokane Restaurant Week. Photo by Young Kwak
We're almost to the weekend, kids. Survive the home stretch with a satisfying meal and some entertainment afterward.
The Drowsy Chaperone The Civic presents a musical comedy about gangsters, booze and romance in the 1920s. 7:30 pm • $22-$29 • Spokane Civic Theater, 1020 N. Howard St. • spokanecivictheatre.com
Where to Dine:
Clinkerdagger, 621 W. Mallon Ave., $28
O'Doherty's Irish Grille, 525 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, $18
Charley’s Grill & Spirits, 801 N. Monroe, $18
Speech and Debate at Interplayers Enjoy this dark comedy about teenagers discovering secrets about one of their teachers via social networking. 7:30 pm • $15-$28 • Interplayers Theatre, 174 S. Howard St. • interplayers.org
Where to Dine:
Twigs Bistro and Martini Bar (South Hill or downtown), 4320 S. Regal St. or 808 W. Main Ave., $18
Steelhead Bar and Grille, 218 N. Howard St., $18
WHY? Finally, nothing stands in the way of Spokane and Yoni, from acclaimed alt-hip-hop group, WHY? Astronautalis and Dream Tiger open the show out North. 7:30 pm, doors open at 7 pm • $12 advance • The Center of Spokane, 6425 N. Ligerwood
Where to Dine:
Thai Bamboo, 5406 N. Division St., $18
Mackenzie River Pizza Co, 9255 N. Nevada, $18
Cafeteria Man This documentary focuses on public school lunch reform, has been selected for many film festivals and even features the First Lady. We recommend that you watch it before dinner — you’ll skip the burger and think gourmet. 6 pm • Free • The Book Parlor, 1425 W. Broadway Ave.
Where to Dine:
Rock City Grill, 808 W. Main Ave., $28
Central Food, 1335 Summit Pkwy., $28
