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April 19: Art Rock, Student Artwork up for Auction and Great Music. The Spokane Public Schools Foundation (SPSF) raises funds to support a variety of activities and projects in grades K-12. The Foundation supports the annual 5th and 6th grade Spring Band and Strings Concert held at the Veterans Arena, and mini-grants for projects or activities not funded in the district's operating budget. The ART ROCK fundraiser will feature artwork created by high school students to be sold in a silent auction. The event will also include dancing to the classic tunes of The 8-Tracks, a popular local band playing tunes from the 1970s and 1980s. Proceeds from the event will benefit the SPSF. The Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln Street, Spokane, WA 99201. Suggested minimum donation is $10 per person. For more information e-mail info@spokaneschoolsfoundation.org. March 2-April 30: Metalworks at the Chase Gallery. During the months of March and April, the Chase Gallery, on the lower level of the Spokane City Courthouse will feature metalworks by Tim Biggs, Peter Jagoda, Karma Lloyd, David Sailing, Jason Sheldon, Bill Simmons, Sean Smith, Steffan Wachholtz and Rick Willmering. An artists’ reception will be held on Friday, March 5, from 5-8pm. Chase Gallery, lower level of Spokane City Hall. 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane, WA 99201. For more information, call (509) 625-6050. http://www.spokanearts.org/chase.aspx. beginning March 13: The Arts and Crafts Movement in the Pacific Northwest. Early 20th century Northwest architects, furniture manufacturers, craftspeople, artists, and photographers expressed the new Arts & Crafts style with a regional flair. Now, a century later, Craftsman architecture, hammered metal work, ceramics, embroidery, and graphic design have reached another peak in popularity. The 1906 copper fireplace from the Davenport family apartment in Spokane introduces a traveling exhibit by former MAC Director Glenn Mason and architectural historian Lawrence Kreisman. An adjacent exhibit highlights the museum's Campbell House and Davenport Decorative Arts Collection. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. Call (509) 456-3931 or e-mail themac@northwestmuseum.org. beginning May 1: Ruben Trejo: Beyond Boundaries, Aztlán y más allá . Ruben Trejo was one of our region’s most important and respected artists. His work is in many collections, including the Smithsonian American Art Museum collection. Aztlán y más allá is a survey of over 45 years of the artist's sculpture, mixed media constructions, paintings and drawings. The University of Washington will publish the exhibition catalogue. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. Call (509) 456-3931 or e-mail themac@northwestmuseum.org.
EVENTSApril 10-11: Funky Junk Antique Show. It's time to shower yourself with optimism and join us for a junking party like no other, the Funky Junk Antique Show! So, smart and savvy shoppers, come and stretch your junking budget. Spend the weekend refreshing your senses with the amazing and affordable vintage, re-purposed, antique, and creatively designed finds at your local and original Funky Junk Antique Show & Crafts Market!! There’ll even be train rides available for the little ones! Irish Dance Hall Grange. Take Hwy 2 North, turn right on Elk-Chattaroy Rd, veer right onto Big Meadows Rd and go 3 miles. 10am-4pm. $2 Admission; 12 and under free (good both days). Check us out at funkyjunkantiqueshow.com. May 2: 34th Annual Bloomsday Run. A 12 kilometer (7.46 mile) race through downtown and west Spokane, Bloomsday is one of the nation’s largest road races. After more than three decades, Bloomsday has worked its way into the fabric of life in the Inland Northwest. For most residents, it's impossible to imagine spring in Spokane without Bloomsday. This event starts at 9 a.m. All runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs and strollers are welcome to participate. Downtown Spokane. For more information and to register, please log on to http://www.bloomsdayrun.org/ May 6-8: Joyce Meyer Ministries Conference. Joyce Meyer Ministries Conference will offer four worship sessions in Spokane: Thursday, May 6 at 7pm, Friday may 7 at 10am and 7pm, and Saturday, May 8 at 10 am. Each session will include a powerful message from Joyce, and worship with Darlene Zschech and the Hillsong Band. Doors will open 2 hours prior to each session, so be sure to arrive early so you can grab a seat and have time to check out the resource tables. Interpretation for the deaf and hard of hearing will be provided. These sections will be reserved until 30 minutes before the start of each session. Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For more information visit www.joycemeyer.org/ourministries/conferences/spokane10 May 7-9: Mother’s Day Spring Barrel Tasting Event. Spokane's local wineries gear up for their annual Spring Barrel Tasting - a weekend of wine, food and fun. For the first time ever, 15 Spokane wineries will be opening their doors to visitors and guests on Mother's Day Weekend. Spring finds wineries everywhere gathering together to share their newly made wines with friends and colleagues. This is a time of celebration that typically marks the end of the winemaking season and the start of a new wine year. Spokane's local wineries invites their friends from near and far to join them in the festivities of their annual Spring Barrel Tasting. Activities at each winery include: Sample new and pre-released wines, sample wines still in the winemaking process directly from barrels or tanks and talk with knowledgeable and friendly wine lovers at each winery. For more information on the 15 wineries involved in the Spring Barrel Tasting, please log on to: http://www.spokanewineries.net/ May 8: An Evening with David Sedaris. David Sedaris may well be the closest thing the literary world has these days to a rock star. His speaking engagements are now consistently standing-room-only, a far cry from his early days as a housecleaner in New York City. Sedaris made his comic debut recounting his strange-but-true experiences of his job as a Macy's elf clad in green tights, reading his Santa Land Diaries on National Public Radio's Morning Edition. His sardonic wit and incisive social critique have since made him one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. The great skill with which Sedaris slices through cultural euphemisms and political correctness proves that he is a master of satire and one of the most observant writers addressing the human condition today. He is the author of the bestsellers Barrel Fever and Holidays on Ice, as well as collections of personal essays, Naked and Me Talk Pretty One Day, both of which became immediate bestsellers. His essays appear regularly in Esquire and The New Yorker. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ May 8: Junior Lilac Festival Parade. The Jr. Lilac Parade is a treasured, long-standing tradition in Spokane, WA. In fact, our next parade will be the 59th Annual event. Each spring, our community comes together in downtown Spokane to celebrate our children. You'll see elementary and middle school bands and drill units, youth organizations such as Scouts, dance groups, and other clubs. You might even see some of our local mascot celebrities, such as Butch, Swoop, and Spike. Many of our local city and county officials, as well as area businesses, join in the fun. It's an event you don't want to miss. Downtown Spokane. For more information, please log on to: http://www.spokanejrlilacparade.com/. May 8-9: Blooms on the Bluff. Come up to the bluff for beautiful flowers, plants, crafts, and fun. This festival will run for two weekends. The trees are blooming, the weather is wonderful, and it is a great opportunity to get out of the house and get ready for spring and summer. Green Bluff is located about 15 minutes north of Spokane and is nestled at the foothills of Mt. Spokane. It is divided into two loops of farms, the East and the West. The farms offer a wide variety of fruits and vegetables either picked or you-pick. Not all farms participate in all events. Green Bluff, WA. For more information, please log on to: http://www.greenbluffgrowers.com/ May 9-14: Musicfest Northwest 2010. Since 1945, Musicfest Northwest has provided young music and dance students the opportunity to perform and have their talent adjudicated by top professional artists from across the U.S. It is the largest festival of its kind on the West Coast. Students from elementary to post- graduate level participate in ballet, brass flute, guitar, organ, percussion, piano, reed, and string and voice divisions. The aim of Musicfest Northwest, a non-profit volunteer organization, is to develop in young people an enjoyment and appreciation of all the arts, encouraging the study of music and the arts and to promote high standards of performance. Everyone is welcome to all Musicfest Northwest adjudicated classes and evening performances. Some people like to spend the day enjoying the young performers and gleaning “pearls” from the adjudicators’ comments. A more complete schedule will be posted online at a date closer to the festival. Musicfest Northwest classes and competitions will be held at a variety of Spokane venues. For more information and scheduling information, please log on to: www.musicfestnorthwest.org or contact Musicfest Northwest at (509) 327-3455 or by email at musicfest@juno.com May 14-15: Southside Senior Activity Center’s 11th Annual Garage Sale and Donations. The Southside Senior Activity Center is collecting donations of gently used items for their annual garage sale. This is one of the premier fundraising events at the Center. As you clean out your closets and prepare for spring, the Center is accepting donations! Find a new home for your gently-used treasures. Stop by the Center any time between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. These donations are tax deductible and we will provide you with a receipt. Southside Senior Activity & Community Center. 3151 S 27th Ave. Spokane, WA 99223. For more information, please call (509) 535-0803 or log on to http://www.sssac.org/. May 15: “Cruisin’ the Falls” Heaven’s Cruisers Car Show. Cruisin’ the Falls is a part of the Lilac Festivities sponsored by the Heaven’s Cruisers Car Club in conjunction with the Spokane Lilac Festival. With Riverfront Park as a backdrop, hot rods and specialty vehicles line Spokane Falls Boulevard and adjoining downtown streets for a Show and Shine. The fun day is capped off with pre-parade entertainment as participants exit the show by cruising the parade route before the Torchlight Parade begins, to the delight of the crowd. Downtown Spokane. For more information and registration applications, please log on to: http://www.heavenscruisers.com/ May 15: Spokane Lilac Festival Armed Forces Torchlight Parade. The 72nd Anniversary "Freedom is Not Free" Armed Forces Torchlight Parade celebration at the Spokane Lilac Festival is always held on the 3rd Saturday in May. This Spokane tradition will feature everything from antique cars to drill teams and marching bands to floats and military units. Bring the whole family down and watch the best of the Inland Northwest march through beautiful downtown Spokane. We look forward to seeking you at the parade! Downtown Spokane. For more information and registration applications, http://www.lilacfestival.org/ May 15: AAUW Dollars for Scholars. Join the Spokane Branch of AAUW (formerly the American Association of University Women) to celebrate its annual scholarship luncheon. The program includes entertainment, raffles, a book sale and presentation of current year’s scholarships. All funds raised support local women’s scholarships. Prepaid reservations are required by May 7. The cost is $25 and includes the luncheon. Luncheon will begin at 11am. Red Lion River Inn, N. 700 Division, Spokane, Washington 99202. For more information, please call 509-534-1696. May 16: Ralphie May. Ralphie May’s new comedy special, Ralphie May: Austin-Tatious was recently released on DVD and CD in 2009. Recorded live to a sold-out crowd at the Paramount Theater in Austin, TX, this marks the comedian’s fourth recording in just a few short years. Ralphie’s popularity exploded from the success of NBC’s hit show, “Last Comic Standing” making him one of the biggest comedians in the country. In 2008, Ralphie was named one of Variety’s “10 Comics to Watch” and has performed stand-up on numerous late night talk shows, including four appearances on CBS’s “The Late Late Show” as well as eleven appearances on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”. He was the first comedian in over 10 years to receive a standing ovation on “The Tonight Show.” The Bing Crosby Theatre. 901 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99204. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. For more information, please visit www.ralphiemay.com May 28: Smucker’s Stars on Ice. Fresh off the ice in Vancouver, the Stars will bring the excitement of their performances directly to you. The Smucker's Stars on Ice Tour captures their spirit as it visits cities across the USA, each for one night only. Don’t miss your only opportunity to see Olympic Silver Medalist Sasha Cohen, World Champion Evan Lysacek, Olympic Silver Medalists Tanith Belbin & Benjamin Agosto and MORE of the world’s best skaters in this magical combination of artistry, athleticism, and great music — all in one show! Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. For more information, please visit http://www.starsonice.com. June 4-6: ArtFest. It's our 25th Annual ArtFest! ArtFest is one of the Northwest’s most respected and dynamic art fairs. Three days of fine music, good food, the large and popular Make-It-Art children’s hands-on art making area, and over 100 fine artists and craftspeople, all in Spokane’s beautiful and historic Coeur d’Alene Park in Browne’s Addition. Coeur d’Alene Park. 300-398 S Chestnut St, Spokane, WA 99201. MUSICApril 24: Spokane Symphony SuperPops 6: Wylie Gustafson & Paul Zarziski, The Cowboy Show. In this era of prepackaged superstars - of pale imitations of country music being pushed onto the public by faceless media giants - the music of Wylie & The Wild West is a beacon of truth and honest beauty. By being himself, Wylie Gustafson has become one of the most exciting and endearing acts in contemporary music: Country, Western, Folk or otherwise. Joined by Cowboy Poet Paul Zarzyski, who has been featured at 22 consecutive annual National Cowboy Poetry Gatherings in Elko, NV, and has appeared on Garrison Keillor’s "A Prairie Home Companion", these authentic heroes of song and word will thrill symphony listeners like never before. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ May 1: Nickelback, with Breaking Benjamin, Shinedown and Sick Puppies. Country-rock superstars Nickelback bring their high-powered jams back to Spokane. You’ve heard them on the radio, from 2001’s “How You Remind Me” to “Never Gonna Be Alone”, off their smash 2009 album, Dark Horse. Nickelback will be joined by Breaking Benjamin, Shinedown, and Sick Puppies -- three bands who each have their own hard-hitting, arena-filling style of rock. Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. May 1-2: Spokane Symphony Classics 10: Entangled in Passion. The schedule for the Spokane Symphony Classics concert 10, “Entangled in Passion” will include: Richard Wagner’s Venusberg music (Bacchanale), Richard Strauss’s Don Juan and Cesar Franck’s Symphony in D minor. Strauss’ music is dazzling in his great tone poem, Don Juan, an unqualified success that is both filled with passion and yet is virtuoso in its technical demands. Franck, a Belgian organist is remembered for a handful of works, wrote his Symphony late in life. It is a rare fusion of the cyclical form, common in French music of the time, and the Germanic romantic symphony. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ May 4: Arlo Guthrie “The Guthrie Family Rides Again”. Folk music icon Arlo Guthrie brings his timeless stories and unforgettable classic tunes to the stage with three generations of Guthries for the “Guthrie Family Rides Again” tour. A celebrated artist in American music, his artistic ventures help bridge an often-divided world through his powerful spirit of song. "Guthrie Family Rides Again" brings his singular voice as both a singer-songwriter and social commentator to the stage alongside his beloved children and grandkids. May 9: Spokane String Quartet Mother’s Day Concert. Spokane area native, Archie Chen, now living in Ireland, returns home for this Mother's Day Concert. As the Irish Times described his playing, "The grand gesture, whether of gorgeously full tone or daring velocity, seems to be at the heart of Chen's approach to romantic repertoire. The eagerness with which he launched himself into the most daunting of challenges suggests a fiery temperament, and the necessary elements of technique are there to support it." Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ May 14: The 5 Browns with the Spokane Symphony. Back by popular demand, this dynamic family will be sure to thrill Spokane audiences yet again, as they did in their sold out performance two years ago. The first half will feature the Browns performing a selection of duets and trios with the Spokane Symphony, while the second half will be a repeat of their trademark extravaganza on five pianos.The Browns present themselves as they really are: young adults with a modern look who love fashion, sports, computer games, dancing and all types of music – most of all, classical. And audiences, especially the kids, are blown away when the five perform in concert. When the 5 Browns sit down to perform on their five Steinway grand pianos … their eyes lock … a silent signal passes between them. And in an instant they are transformed, from “regular” kids to musical dynamos. Flawless in precision and steeped in passion, they invariably stun critics and shatter the preconceptions of those who find classical music inscrutable or intimidating. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ May 20: Tim McGraw -- Southern Voice Tour, with Lady Antebellum and Love and Theft. In his record-shattering career, Tim McGraw has sold over 40 million albums, and dominated the charts with 30 Number One singles. Since the release of his debut album in 1993, he has won three Grammys, 14 Academy of Country Music Awards, 11 Country Music Association Awards, and 10 American Music Awards, while simultaneously maintaining a parallel career as a successful actor. Now, with the release ofSouthern Voice -- his tenth studio album, and his first in over two years -- Tim McGraw is extending his achievements even further. The disc's twelve songs represent a new level of depth and intensity for the singer from the small town of Start, Louisiana; they tell unforgettable stories of lives lived and lessons learned, and reveal a man staring down what it means to be a father, a husband, a Southerner. This is 21st century country music at its best. For this tour, McGraw will be joined by country and pop-charts juggernauts Lady Antebellum and Love and Theft. Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. May 22: Barenaked Ladies. Canadian band Barenaked Ladies are going on tour, just in time for the release of their 11th album All in Good Time, which finds Ed Robertson (guitar/vocals), Jim Creeggan (bass/vocals), Kevin Hearn (keyboard/guitar/vocals) and Tyler Stewart (drums/vocals) exploring a very creative and fertile phase of their careers. Appearing with Barenaked Ladies on stage in Spokane will be Serena Ryder, the award-winning Canadian singer-songwriter who has left an "indelible impression" on the Canadian music scene and is rapidly gaining in popularity in the U.S. In celebration of the release of their new album, Barenaked Ladies is including a free download of All in Good Time with every ticket transaction. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ May 30: Carrie Underwood -- “Play On” Tour, with Craig Morgan and the Sons of Sylvia. She is a four-time Grammy Award winner, the ACM Entertainer of the Year, a three-time CMA and three-time ACM Female Vocalist of the Year, and on Sunday, May 30, 2010 you can get carried away with one of country music’s most prolific and versatile power vocalists when Carrie Underwood takes the stage at the Spokane Arena! Launching her new headline “Play On Tour” in March 2010, Carrie Underwood could not be more excited: “I cannot wait to perform new music and see familiar faces across the U.S. and Canada!” For this tour, Underwood will be joined by Craig Morgan and the Sons of Sylvia. Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. For more information, please visit http://www.carrieunderwoodofficial.com. June 18: Best of the Classics. The symphony will reprise selections from the 2009-2010 Classics Season as chosen by popular vote from concert goers. Given the string of spellbinding performances given by the orchestra this season, this will be a tough choice. There will be a wine tasting before and after the concert in the Theater parking lot, featuring a selection of wines from the great wineries that call Spokane home. The $15 wine tasting will be from 5-7 p.m. and again from 9-10:30 p.m. Must be 21 years or older. Martin Woldson Theatre at the Fox. 1001 W. Sprague Avenue, Spokane, WA 99201. For more information or tickets, please call (509) 624-1200 or log in to http://www.foxtheaterspokane.com/ THEATREApril 9-25: Escanaba in da Moonlight. If the town misfit doesn't shoot a buck by season's end, he will be the oldest man in his family to fail in that tradition, and in the Michigan U.P., failing the hunt is not an option. This hilarious farce was written by renowned actor and musician Jeff Daniels. This production will be directed by Troy Nickerson. Spokane Civic Theatre. 020 N Howard St. Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information call 509-325-2507 or 800-446-9576. http://spokanecivictheatre.com/performances/. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. April 15-May 1: Eleemosynary. Eleemosynary, written by Lee Blessing, is a delicate and probing examination into the meaning of family and the often-unknown strength of the emotional bonds that bind us.In this play, three singular women -- daughter, mother and grandmother -- share delicate relationships. Share the love and the frustration of family tension with Echo, Artie and Dorothea in this vivid portrayal of the complexities of affection. Plus, you’ll learn what “eleemosynary” means! Interplayers Theatre. 174 S. Howard St., Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information, call 455-PLAY (7529). For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com. April 30-May 23: LIps Together, Teeth Apart. Two married couples, spending the 4th of July weekend together, discover that their secrets float beneath a transparent surface. Inevitably the truth will break through, and it will be up to each of them to sink or swim. Lips Together, Teeth Apart was written by Terrence McNally (Frankie and Johnny in the Claire de Lune and Kiss of the Spider Woman). This performance will be directed by Wes Deitrick.Spokane Civic Theatre. 020 N Howard St. Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information call 509-325-2507 or 800-446-9576. http://spokanecivictheatre.com/performances/. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. May 13-29: Psychopathia Sexualis. John Patrick Shanley’s play Psychopathia Sexualis is a a fiercely funny farce about "men and their befuddlements". Arthur, an obscure young painter struggling in the art world of Manhattan, announces to his self-satisfied friend, Howard, that he is engaged to be married to Lucille, a powerful, attractive, no-nonsense Texas socialite. But, Arthur confides to Howard, there are three problems: Arthur is a fetishist -- he cannot make love without being in proximity to his father's argyle socks, Arthur's psychiatrist, Dr. Block, unable to cure Arthur of his fetish, has stolen said socks and Arthur's wedding night is fast approaching and he needs his socks back. Thus begins this quick-witted play about love, psychiatry, and the peccadillos that make us human. Interplayers Theatre. 174 S. Howard St., Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information, call 455-PLAY (7529). For tickets, call 1-800-325-SEAT or visit http://www.ticketswest.com. May 21-30: The Legend of Pocahontas. Christian Youth Theatre's original musical The Legend of Pocahontas tells of the Algonquin Indian tribe and the courage, friendship and love of a girl named Pocahontas. Learn the truth behind the legend in this historically accurate portrayal. Performed by youth ages 8-18, this show's memorable tunes and dynamite choreography make this a legend to remember. The Bing Crosby Theatre. 901 W Sprague Ave. Spokane, WA 99204. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com May 21-June 13: Annie Get Your Gun. Annie Oakley is just an old-fashioned gal with sharp shootin' aim. When the man she loves becomes her competitor, will Annie have to choose between winning her love or her love of winning? Featuring the timeless tunes: "There's No Business Like Show Business," "An Old Fashioned Wedding," "I Got The Sun In The Morning," and "Doin' What Comes Natur'lly." Featuring the music and lyrics of Irving Berlin, this production will be directed by Yvonne A.K. Johnson. Spokane Civic Theatre. 020 N Howard St. Spokane, WA 99201. For showtimes and more information call 509-325-2507 or 800-446-9576. http://spokanecivictheatre.com/performances/. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. June 12: A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor. Join Spokane Public Radio by attending a live broadcast of A Prairie Home Companion with Garrison Keillor, June 12, in the Star Theatre at Spokane Arena. It’s a special part of our year-long celebration honoring KPBX’s 30 years of broadcasting. The Show’s usual cast of talented characters will all be her: Sue Scott, Tim Russell, sound-effects man extraordinaire Tom Keith, The Guy’s All-Star Shoe Band, along with special regional musical guests. Garrison will share “all the news from Lake Wobegon,” Sing songs, tell stories, perform radio skits, and much more. Come celebrate with us! Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. Tickets may be purchased by calling 1(800) 325-SEAT or http://www.ticketswest.com. For more information, please visit http://prairiehome.publicradio.org/. SPORTSMay 1: Spokane Shock vs. Cleveland Gladiators. 7 pm. At the Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For information and tickets call 509 242-7462. www.spokaneshock.com/. May 22: Spokane Shock vs. Utah Blaze. 7 pm. At the Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For information and tickets call 509 242-7462. www.spokaneshock.com/. May 29: Spokane Shock vs. Jacksonville Sharks. 7 pm. At the Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For information and tickets call 509 242-7462. www.spokaneshock.com/. June 18: Spokane Shock vs. Tulsa Talons. 8 pm. At the Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For information and tickets call 509 242-7462. www.spokaneshock.com/. July 2: Spokane Shock vs. Arizona Rattlers. 8 pm. At the Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For information and tickets call 509 242-7462. www.spokaneshock.com/. July 23: Spokane Shock vs. Chicago Rush. 5 pm. At the Spokane Arena, 720 West Mallon Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For information and tickets call 509 242-7462. www.spokaneshock.com/. HEALTH
May 3, May 22: Prepared Childbirth, Extended. The Prepared Childbirth, Extended class is 8 hours of education. Consider registering for classes around 20 weeks gestation so that you are scheduled to take classes in the early part of your third trimester. Topics covered: Prenatal care, Nutrition, Stages of labor, Practice of pain management techniques, Cesarean birth, Tour of birthing room, Post delivery care, Basic newborn care. 8am-5pm. $75 (includes support partner). Pre-registration is required. May 4: Breastfeeding Basics. Designed to help the mother have her most successful breastfeeding experience, participants of this course learn about positions, solving common problems and returning to work or school. 6-8pm. $25 (cost includes support partner). Pre-registration is required. May 4: Natural Childbirth. If you are planning on a non-medicated birth, this class is for you. This class is taken after Prepared Childbirth and covers additional labor positions, comfort measures and breathing techniques to use during labor. 6-8pm. $25 per couple. Pre-registration is required. Deaconess Women and Children’s Health Center, 800 W. 5th Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For more information and to register, visit http://www.cherspokane.org. May 6: Detection and Treatment of Early Lung Cancer. Internationally renowned speaker Gregory Loewen, DO, FCCP will provide information on how to detect and treat lung cancer. Detecting lung cancer in the early stages greatly increases your chances of survival. If you are at risk for lung cancer, it is important to know the signs to watch for in order to protect your health and increase your chance of survival. Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center Auditorium, 20 W. 9th Ave. Spokane WA 99201. 6:30pm-8pm. For more information, visit http://www.cherspokane.org. May 8: Babysitting Basics. Course is for youth ages 10-15 to prepare them with the skills they need to be a successful babysitter. Class covers topics such as: How to care for infants, toddlers and older children, CPR and first aid for infants and children, Discipline issues, safety, and business basics. Students will receive a babysitting handbook, a bag they can decorate themselves and a certificate of completion. 9am-2pm. $40. Pre-registration is required. St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St., Spokane, WA 99202. For more information and to register, visit http://www.cherspokane.org. May 8: Prepared Childbirth. Prepared Childbirth is 4 hours of education offered for two consecutive weeks or on one Saturday to best fit your schedule. Consider registering for classes around 20 weeks gestation so that you are scheduled to take classes in the early part of your third trimester. Class covers: stages of labor, overview of pain management techniques, cesarean birth, post-delivery care.$50 per couple. Pre-registration is required.May 8: Valley Hospital Health and Education Center, 12606 E Mission Ave. Spokane Valley, WA 99216. 8am-12pm OR 1pm-5pm. May 19: Holy Family Health and Education Center, 5633 N. Lidgerwood Spokane, WA 99208. May 10-14: Skin Cancer Screenings. Are you at risk for skin cancer? Join CHER for this free screening with local dermatologists to find out your risk. These screenings will take place at local dermatology offices in the Spokane area. Free. May 10, May 26: Quit and Win Tobacco Program. Quitting smoking isn't easy, especially when you try to do it on your own. This free program offers: classes 2 times per month, flexible quit dates, chances to win prizes at each class once you quit, and support to help you quit and stay quit. 6-7pm. Free. May 11: CPR Friends and Family Pediatric. The Family and Friends CPR program teaches how to perform CPR in children or infants and how to help a child or infant who is choking. Follows the AHA guidelines. Includes a book. 6-8 p.m. $25 (cost includes support partner). Pre-registration is required. May 11: Pre-Diabetes. Pre-Diabetes affects more than 57 million Americans. Are you one of them? If you or someone you know is at risk for or has been diagnosed with pre-diabetes, please join us. This is a two-part class series. All participants will receive a free testing meter. 6-8pm. $30. Pre-registration is required. May 13: Prepared Childbirth, Extended – Class 1. The Prepared Childbirth, Extended class is 8 hours of education. Consider registering for classes around 20 weeks gestation so that you are scheduled to take classes in the early part of your third trimester. Topics covered: Prenatal care, Nutrition, Stages of labor, Practice of pain management techniques, Cesarean birth, Tour of birthing room, Post delivery care, Basic newborn care. 6-8pm. $75 (includes a support partner). Pre-registration is required. May 13: Deaconess Women and Children’s Health Center, 800 W. 5th Ave., Spokane, WA 99201. For more information and to register, visit http://www.cherspokane.org. May 18: Baby Care May 22: Stroke Check Screening. At Stroke Check, you will participate in screenings that will show you if you are at an increased risk for having a stroke. The free screening includes the following tests: total cholesterol test, blood pressure, blood glucose, body mass index, body fat percentage. A full lipid panel cholesterol test is available for $20. The full lipid panel test is an 8 hour fasting test that includes: total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, and triglyceride levels.8am-2pm. The Stroke Check screening is free, with an option for a $20 full lipid panel cholesterol test. St. Luke's Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St., Spokane, WA 99202. For more information and to register, visit http://www.cherspokane.org.
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