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That’s cool and all, but chances are you never loaded your schooner full of fir trees, sailed them across Lake Michigan to Chicago, then sold said trees to German immigrants. Am I right? Well that’s what A Christmas Schooner is all about. It’s a musical presented by the Spokane Civic Theatre based on real-life events that occurred in the 19th century. It’s an award-winning production that ran for 12 consecutive seasons in Chicago after debuting in 1996, and here it’s in Spokane. Check it out at 7:30 pm; tickets cost $22-$30. (EF) FRI, DEC. 20
CAMPBELL HOUSE HOLIDAY TOUR
Ever wondered what a Spokane mansion circa 1910 was like? Wonder no more. Check out the historic Campbell House — in living color. Local professional actors will portray residents of the house in all their festive attire. Hosted by the MAC, regular admission ($5-$10) covers the house tour as well. The house will be open from noon until 4 pm. (EF)
VISIT FIRSTNIGHTSPOKANE.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.
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SEASONALLY APPROPRIATE ALCOHOL
It’s been a long week. If you’ve faithfully dragged yourself to every event mentioned above, you’re bound to be tuckered out. So take a load off, don’t worry about getting cultured, giving back or shopping for your significant other’s present (well, maybe that last one). Instead, why not drink and watch the snow fall? Of course, you’ll want something warm — check out this deliciously sneaky concoction. You’ll be serenading your neighbors with Christmas carols before you know it. It’s simple: Simmer one 32-ounce jar of apple cider with about three cups of white wine. Add one teaspoon each of cloves and nutmeg and two tablespoons of cinnamon. Once it’s all incorporated, take it off the heat and squeeze half a lemon into it. Pour into glasses and add shots of Fireball — how much is up to you. (EF)
13TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
2014
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31ST DOWNTOWN SPOKANE PICK UP YOUR PASSPORT and return it when completed to one of our four convenient locations (Spokane Convention Center, INB Performing Arts Center, Bank of America, and River Park Square) during the First Night event. 7p.m. to 10 p.m. Complete information at firstnightspokane.org
Buttons Now On Sale!
BUY YOUR ADMISSION BUTTON EARLY & SAVE! • $15 through Dec. 30 • $18 on Dec. 31 • Children 10 & Under FREE
Admission buttons now available at Cenex Zip Trip Stores, River Park Square Concierge, Aunties Book Store & Aunties Annex, and Tickets West.
OVER 150 PERFORMANCES AT 40 LOCATIONS INB Performing Arts Center Haran Irish Dancers and Floating Crowbar 7 p.m., 8 p.m. & 9 p.m. and The Curt Show 10 p.m. & 11 p.m.
4TH ANNUAL 5K RESOLUTION RUN Starting in River Front Park at 6:45pm on New Year’s Eve, Entry is Free!! For complete race information go to firstnightspokane.org
SPONSORED BY NUMERICA CREDIT UNION
Hotel Packages Available
Convention Center Ballrooms A&B – 7 p.m. – 11:40 p.m. - Variety Show with Alex Zerbe, David Lichtenstein a.k.a., Leapin’ Louie, Dan Raspyni, The Comedy Circus Show and Charlie Williams, The Noise Guy. Miss Abbey’s Steampunk Spectacular, Blue Door Theatre, Bopping Heads and much, much more. North of Main Avenue Singing in the New Year Finale – IMAX Theatre 7 p.m. – 11:40 p.m., Free Carousel Rides sponsored by STCU, Fox 28 Main Stage dancing until midnight, Spokane Civic Theatre players at Wheatland Bank Drive-thru West of Post Street Ballet at the Bing, 48 Hour Film Festival, Comedy, Theatre, Drumming, Music, Crafts and Magic. South of Main Avenue Music and dance from Latin to rock and roll, visual arts, craft making and more
FREE PARKING & SHUTTLE SERVICE Shuttles every 10 min. from Riverpoint Campus
Midnight Fireworks Spectacular by
See package listings at www.visitspokane.org,
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December 19th issue of
Extended hours 7-9pm
HOLIDAY GUIDE 2013 INLANDER 21