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DUBSTEP KAI WACHI

DUBSTEP KAI WACHI

CINN-A-GRAM FUNDRAISER Meals on Wheels Spokane is now accepting orders for its annual Valentine’s fundraiser, delivered to recipients Feb. 14. Each Cinn-AGram contains two Cinnabon cinnamon rolls, a ceramic mug, Roast House coffee, two chocolates and other goodies. $40. Orders must be placed by Feb. 8. mowspokane.org

THE WINNER WINNER BASH This event benefits Emerge, an arts nonprofit in Coeur d’Alene. The evening includes live art making, a dance floor, live music, food and an auction. Feb. 3, 6-9 pm. $85. Honey Eatery and Social Club, 317 Sherman Ave. emergecda.com (208-930-1876)

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SUNDAY FUNDRAISE Flatstick Pub hosts

Spokane Helpers Network, a nonprofit that serves low-income households. Spokane Helpers Network shares how to access basic needs, as well as how to volunteer or donate. Saturdays from 1-4 pm through Feb. 26. Free. Flatstick Pub, 618 W. Main Ave. flatstickpub.com/spokane

MARDI BRAS This monthlong fundraiser aims to provide access to bras, underwear and personal hygiene items to people experiencing poverty and homelessness. Drop off items on March 3 from 2-4 pm at Hope House. Free. bit.ly/3YsbK0O

Comedy

JO KOY Jo’s relatable comedy began in a Las Vegas coffee house. This tour features all new material from the comedian. Feb. 2 (sold out) and Feb. 3, 8 pm. $42-$82. First Interstate Center for the Arts, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org (509-279-7000)

BAD TRIP Comics try their hand at reviewing a fresh crop of unusual and psychedelic art, while telling trip stories. Feb. 3, 7-9 pm. $10. Shotgun Studios, 1625 W. Water Ave. shotgunstudiosspokane.com

EDDIE GRIFFIN Griffin is a comedianturned-actor who’s appeared opposite Lady Gaga, Dave Chappelle and Bradley Cooper. Feb. 3 and Feb. 4, 7:30 & 10:30 pm. $35-$50. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com

I SAW YOU! Join the BDT Players as they pull comedy from the weekly readersubmitted section of the Inlander. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite (family friendly) posting to the show. Feb. 3-24, Fri at 7:30 pm. $9. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. bluedoortheatre.org (509-747-7045)

GONZAGA THEATRE SPORTS Gonzaga’s student comedy improv group showcases family-friendly humor. Feb. 4, 9 pm. $1. Gonzaga University Magnuson Theatre, 502 E. Boone Ave. gonzaga.edu/ theatreanddance (509-313-5383)

SAFARI Blue Door’s version of “Whose Line,” a fast-paced improv show with a few twists and turns added. Rated for mature audiences/ages 16+. Reservations recommended. Feb. 4-25, Sat at 7:30 pm. $9. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. bluedoortheatre.com

SOCIAL HOUR COMEDY NIGHT The Drink N Debate Comedy Showcase features two teams of comedians facing off in a comedy competition filled with absurdity. Feb. 4, 8-9:30 pm. $12. Black Diamond, 9614 E. Sprague Ave. fb.me/ e/45vsGUIBN (562-544-4612)

LEWIS BLACK Black’s trademark style of comedic yelling and finger-pointing has been featured on late night shows such as Jimmy Fallon as well as on CNN. Feb. 5, 8 pm. $35-$55. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague. bingcrosbytheater.com

NEW TALENT TUESDAYS Watch comedians of all skill levels work out jokes together. Tuesdays at 7 pm (doors at 6 pm). Free. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com

OPEN MIC STAND-UP Wednesdays at 7:30 pm. See website for sign-up details. Free. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com

DERRICK STROUP Stroup is an Alabama native and recently filmed his own Dry Bar Comedy special. Feb. 9, 7:30 pm, Feb. 10, 7:30 & 10:15 pm and Feb. 11, 7 & 9:45 pm. $15-$28. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com

GABRIEL RUTLEDGE Rutledge has made numerous TV appearances including Comedy Central’s Live at Gotham, Nickelodeon’s Nickmom Night Out and Laughs on Fox. Feb. 14, 7:30 pm. $22-$30. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com (509-319-9998)

Community

THE SPOKANE HOMELESS COALITION

MEETING Meet to discuss ways to continue serving those in need throughout the community. Feb. 2, 9:30-10:30 am. Free. Central Library, 906 W. Main Ave. spokanelibrary.org (509-444-5300)

INVENTION CONNECTION Spark transforms into an invention lab for kids to explore, code or build something from their imagination. Feb. 3, 3:30-5:30 pm. Free. Spark Central, 1214 W. Summit Pkwy. spark-central.org (509-279-0299)

LOVE LETTERS TO EARTH Show your love and appreciation for Mother Earth with a fun craft using new and recycled materials. This program is intended for kids ages 9-12 (4-8 with an adult). Feb. 3, 4-5 pm. Free. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. spokanelibrary.org

ROLE-PLAYING GAME DROP IN Improve your RPG skills by watching and participating in games. Fridays from 4-8 pm and Saturdays from 1-5 pm. Free. RPG Community Center, 101 N. Stone Street. rpgcenter.org (509-608-7630)

SQUISHY CIRCUITS: A HOMESCHOOL

EVENT Learn where electricity comes from and how it gets to our cities. Create a light-up sculpture with conductive dough, LED lights and batteries illustrating the concepts of conductivity and insulation. This program is for kids ages 9-11, and 5-8 with an adult. Feb. 3, 10:3011:30 am. Free. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. spokanelibrary.org

1912 CENTER WINTER MARKET The market includes dozens of vendors selling wares, food and drinks. Feb. 4 and March 4, 9 am-1 pm. Free. 1912 Center, 412 E. Third St. 1912center.org

DROP IN & RPG Stop by and explore the world of role playing games. Build a shared narrative using cooperative problem solving, exploration, imagination and rich social interaction. First and Third Saturdays from 1-3:45 pm. Free. Spark Central, 1214 W. Summit Pkwy. sparkcentral.org (509-279-0299)

SUDS & SCIENCE: THE MARTIAN A night of analyzing science from The Martian, and a discussion of what they got right and what they got wrong. Feb. 4, 7-9 pm. Free. Golden Handle Brewing Co., 154 S. Madison St. golden-handle-project-spc. square.site (509-863-9167)

BRAIDING BASICS Sharron Davis shares braiding techniques like parting/sectioning, single (individual) braids and French braids. Bring a friend to practice on or use a provided mannequin head. Registration required. Feb. 5, 2-3:30 pm. Free. Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. spokanelibrary.org (509-444-5300)

OPEN STUDIO AT THE HIVE Stop by to check out Artist-In-Residence studios, tour The Hive and ask questions. JWed from 4-7 pm through Feb. 22. Free. The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague Ave. spokanelibrary.org (509-444-5300)

SOIL HEALTH STEWARDS ANNUAL

MEETING Keith Berns from Green Cover Seed shares the benefits of cover crops in improving low and no-till farming practices through research, education and product development. Other presenters include the Washington Soil Health Initiative Team and Natural Resource Conservation Service. Feb. 10, 9 am-3 pm. $20. Deer Park Fire Hall, 315 E. Crawford St. pocd.org (509-684-7579)

‘TIL DEATH DO WE PART A Valentine’s Day-themed murder mystery. Feb. 11, 6-9 pm. $29-$39. Crime Scene Entertainment, 2775 N. Howard St. crimesceneentertainment.com (208-369-3695)

FAMILY GREEN SCREEN VIDEO MAGIC

Bring the whole family for hands-on experience with video recording and editing using a green screen and keyframing to incorporate special effects. Participants are encouraged to bring their own digital images and/or video to use during editing. Ages 12+. Registration required. Feb. 11, 12:30-2:30 pm. Free. Cheney Library, 610 First St. scld.org

GALENTINE’S DAY OUT! This boutique crawl features five local boutiques. Fill out a Valentine card provided by the host, and once completed, drop off the filled-in card at any of the participating boutiques and be entered to win $400 in gift cards to all of the businesses. Feb. 11, 12-4 pm. Free. Rebel Hart Co., 6630 E. Sprague Ave. fb.me/e/2Dla67aaN

SONS OF NORWAY CRAFT AND CULTURE FAIR This market features Norwegian foods, presentations, exhibits, demonstrations and local artisan vendors. Feb. 11, 9 am-3 pm. Free. Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 N. Fifth St. fb.me/ e/3jwzyHExK (208-262-8020)

2023 DOWNTOWN SPOKANE MEETING

This annual meeting invites the public to hear from representatives of Downtown Spokane talk about the accomplishments of 2022 as well as goals and objectives of 2023. Feb. 15, 8:30-10:30 am. Free. Central Library, 906 W. Main Ave. downtownspokane.net (509-456-0580)

Film

AMADEUS The life, success and troubles of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as told by Antonio Salieri, the contemporaneous composer who was deeply jealous of Mozart’s talent and claimed to have murdered him. Feb. 2, 7-10 pm. $7. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy. org (208-882-4127)

SPOKANE JEWISH CULTURAL FILM

FESTIVAL This 19th annual event takes place online and in person in 2023. The film lineup includes Spokane’s Voices of the Holocaust, Where Life Begins, Tiger Within and more. For full schedule and details, see website. Through Feb. 5. $7$54. Gonzaga University, 502 E. Boone

Ave. sjcff2023.eventive.org

THE ELLA BAKER STORY FILM PREMIERE & DINNER A film about Ella Baker, a friend and advisor to Martin Luther King Jr. Screening is followed by a Q&A with professor Terry Buffington. See website for dinner menu. Feb. 3, 7 pm. $75. Gladish Community Center, 115 NW State St., Pullman. gladishcommunity.org

GREEN FLANNEL & REPO MAN A night of live punk music with Green Flannel and a showing of Repo Man, a punk rock musical featuring an alien invasion. Feb. 3, 7 pm. $10. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127)

SPIFF: SPOKANE INTERNATIONAL FILM

FESTIVAL This annual film festival celebrates local and regional filmmakers, including the Best of the Northwest Shorts program and internationally produced features in a variety of genres. Feb. 3-9; times and locations vary. See website for schedule. spokanefilmfestival.org

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES Showings of cult classics and B-movies. Check social media for details each week. Every other Mon at 5:30 pm. Free. Golden Handle Brewing Co., 154 S. Madison. goldenhandle-project-spc.square.site

BLACK HISTORY MONTH SCREENING:

THIS IS MY BLACK This documentary shows the nuances of Black adolescence and surviving institutional violence, explored through the musically inclined students at Philadelphia’s Pine Forge Academy. Pine Forge Music Director Jarrett Roseborough joins for a Q&A. Feb. 7, 7 pm. Free. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127)

PALOUSE CULT FILM REVIVAL: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS This annual film festival features four films with interactive elements. Feb. 8, 7:30-9:30 pm. $5-$50. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. palousecultfilms.org (208-310-1200)

DOG DAY AFTERNOON A finely detailed snapshot of people in crisis with tensionsoaked drama shaded in black humor. Feb. 9, 7-9:30 pm. $7. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org

VHS MANIA II: ESCAPE FROM NEW YORK & THE WARRIORS This double feature is screened from original VHS tapes of both films. Feb. 11, 7-11 pm. $10. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127)

SKINAMARINK Two children wake up in the middle of the night to find their father is missing and all the windows and doors in their home have vanished. Feb. 12, 7-9 pm. $7. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127)

EVENTS | CALENDAR

FOOD & DRINK

BRING YOUR OWN VINYL NIGHT Bring your own vinyl to spin while sipping on craft cocktails and listening to music. Thursdays from 3-10 pm. The Boneyard - Side Hustle Syrups, 17905 E. Appleway Ave, Ste A. sidehustlesyrups.com

FIRESIDE DINNER & MUSIC SERIES Enjoy selections from Arbor Crest’s seasonal menu along with wine and beer from Square Wheel Brewing. Music lineup varies, see website for more. Thu-Sat from 6-8 pm. Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruit Hill Rd. arborcrest.com

KITCHEN COOKING CLASS: RAVI -

OLI Commellini Estate’s executive chef teaches how to create ravioli. Class culminates in a meal served family style. Feb. 2, March 8 and March 9, 6:30 pm. $85. Commellini Estate, 14715 N. Dartford Dr. commellini.com

CHOCOLATE DECADENCE Stroll through downtown Pullman, participate in free giveaways, collect Valentine cards and possibly win a golden ticket prize. Feb. 3, 5-8 pm. Free. Pullman. downtownpullman.info

SAGEMOOR WINE DINNER A five-course dinner features Sagemoor Winery’s very own verjus, the juice of under-ripened grapes, in every course. Feb. 3, 5-9 pm. $150. Gander & Ryegrass, 404 W. Main Ave. ganderandryegrass.com

WINE TASTING Taste February selections from Vino’s Wine of the Month Club. Includes cheese and crackers. Reservations not required. Feb. 3, 3-6:30 pm. $10. Vino! A Wine Shop, 222 S. Washington St. vinowine.com (509-838-1229)

PEPPER BRIDGE WINE MAKER DINNER

This dinner features a sparkling wine, two wines from Amavi and two wines from Pepper Bridge. Feb. 4, 6-9 pm. $100. Fête - A Nectar Co, 120 N. Stevens St. nectarcateringandevents.com (509-951-2096)

WINE TASTING Taste a selection of wines from Italy’s Piedmont region. Includes cheese and crackers. Reservations not required. Feb. 4, 2-4:30 pm. $15. Vino! A Wine Shop, 222 S. Washington St. vinowine.com (509-838-1229)

DRAG BRUNCH The cast of Runway performs while enjoying a full breakfast menu and mimosas. Hosted by Savannah SoReal. Sundays from 10 am-2 pm. Globe Bar & Kitchen, 204 N. Division. globespokane.com (509-443-4014)

NOVA KAINE’S DON’T TELL MAMA

CABARET & DRAG BRUNCH Inland

Northwest drag performers take the stage and perform pieces choreographed by Troy Nickerson. First and third Sun of every month, 11 am. Highball A Modern Speakeasy, 100 N. Hayford Rd. northernquest.com (877-871-6772)

BLIND BOOK & BREW Each blind book is wrapped and curated from a range of popular genres and best-of lists. Each wrapping is tagged with a genre and the first sentence of the book. Step outside of your comfort zone and let the mystery of the book be a part of this story. All books are served with choice of local brew. Feb. 7, 5 pm. $10. Heritage Bar & Kitchen, 122 S. Monroe St. heritagebarandkitchen.com

WINE WEDNESDAY All seven dinners in the series feature food from culinary regions south of the equator. Each meal comes with three wines paired by owner Josh Wade. Wednesdays from 6-8 pm . $27.50. Fête - A Nectar Co, 120 N. Stevens St. nectarcateringandevents.com

THE CHOCOLATE AFFAIR Wander through downtown businesses as they feature their in-house treats and become pop-up chocolate shops. Feb. 11, 4-7 pm. Downtown Coeur d’Alene, Sherman Ave. cdadowntown.com (208-415-0116)

VALENTINE’S CLASSIC COCKTAIL

CLASS Learn how to create classic cocktails with bartender Ryan Kurtz. Cocktails include the old fashioned, French 75 and the Gold Rush. Feb. 11, 4-6 pm. $75. Tavolata, 221 N. Wall St. ethanstowellrestaurants.com (509-606-5600)

WINEMAKERS SUPPER CLUB WITH MARYHILL WINERY Commellini Estate prepares a meal of Italian cuisine and pairs each course with wine from Maryhill. Feb. 11 and Feb. 14, 5:30-9:30 pm. $120. Commellini Estate, 14715 N. Dartford Dr. commellini.com/valentinessupperclub

BIG GAME PARTY Watch the Gonzaga game on a big screen while eating food from Victory Burger and enjoying beer specials from No-Li Brewhouse. Feb. 12, 2 pm. Prices vary. Victory Burger, 835 N. Post St. ethanstowellrestaurants.com (509-606-8900)

ORLANDO’S VALENTINE’S DAY DIN -

NER A four-course menu with or without wine. Contact office via phone for reservation and/or pre-payment. Feb. 14-15 at 5:30, 6 & 6:30 pm. $50-$65. Orlando’s Restaurant, 1810 N. Greene St., SCC Bldg. 1. scc.spokane.edu/For-Our-Students/ Around-Campus/Orlando-s

VALENTINE’S DAY BURLESQUE SHOW

& DINNER A three-course dinner with a burlesque show. Menu includes braised short rib, lasagna, creme brûlée and more. Feb. 14, 7:30 pm. $75. Prohibition Gastropub, 1914 N. Monroe St. facebook. com/Prohibition.Gastropub.Spokane1

HERITAGE ORCHARD CONFERENCE

This annual conference is organized into a series of monthly webinars about heritage tree fruits. See website for full schedule. Feb. 15, March 15 and April 19, 10-11:30 am. Free. University of Idaho

Extension-Sandpoint Organic Ag Center, 10881 N. Boyer Rd. uidaho.edu/cals/soac

FRENCH VALENTINE’S COOKING CLASS

A French-inspired cooking class featuring roasted duck breast, a red wine pan sauce, risotto and a flourless chocolate tart for dessert. Each meal is paired with a glass of wine. Feb. 17, 5:30 pm. $95. Wanderlust Delicato, 421 W. Main Ave. wanderlustdelicato.com (509-822-7087)

Music

JAPANESE TAIKO DRUMMING OPEN

HOUSE Play the drums at this hands-on open house and demonstration. Spokane Taiko is a nonprofit founded in 1997 to build community and create awareness through the traditional music, and especially rhythms, of Japan. Feb. 2, 5:306:30 pm. Free. Salem Lutheran Church, 1428 W. Broadway Ave. spokanetaiko. com (509-270-5308)

JARED HALL JAZZ QUARTET Live jazz music performed by Jared Hall. Cocktails available for purchase. Feb. 2, 7-9 pm. Free. Emma Rue’s, 15 S. Howard St. emmarues.com (509-703-7389)

JAZZ BY DESIGN: FREEDOM BEYOND

WORDS Jazz Northwest members are joined by colleagues from the University of Idaho in a varied night of music in styles ranging from Charlie Parker bebop through Freddie Hubbard fusion and beyond. Feb. 3, 7:30-9 pm. Free. Bryan Hall Theatre (WSU), 605 Veterans Way. music.wsu.edu (509-332-9600)

SPOKANE SYMPHONY MASTERWORKS

6: MADE IN AMERICA Works by Sydney Guillaume, Samuel Barber, George Frederick McKay and William Grant Still. Feb. 4, 7:30 pm and Feb. 5, 3 pm. The Fox Theater, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. spokanesymphony.org (509-624-1200)

TUNE TIME: MALLETS WITH ROSIE Participants experiment with mallet instruments to discover what sounds these instruments make and how they make them. Get creative with musical games, then make some noise together in a finale of beats. Feb. 4, 12-1 pm. Free. Spark Central Studio, 1206 W. Summit Pkwy. spark-central.org/ (509-279-0299)

JAZZ NIC FESTIVAL CONCERT This concert features musicians participating in the JazzNIC festival workshops and classes. Feb. 7, 7:30 pm. Free. North Idaho College, 1000 W. Garden Ave. nic. edu (208-769-3300)

SPIRIT OF SPOKANE CHORUS REHEARSAL Sit in on the rehearsals of the Spirit of Spokane chorus. Tue from 6:309 pm through Nov. 28. Free. Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Rd. spiritofspokanechorus.org

BLUEY’S BIG PLAY The award-winning animated preschool series, Bluey, which airs on Disney Junior, Disney Channel and Disney+, takes to the stage and features puppetry and live actors. Feb. 8-9 at 6 pm. First Interstate Center for the Arts, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org (509-279-7000)

VILLA BLUES N’ JAZZ CONCERT: LOVE IS ALL AROUND This evening of music features Heather Villa and is themed around love. Beverages and snacks available for purchase. Feb. 11, 7-9 pm. $30$50. Unity Spiritual Center Spokane, 2900 S. Bernard St. unityspokane.org

NATIONAL LIBRARY LOVERS MONTH

CONCERT A love-themed concert with local musician Brad Sondahl performing songs about the phases of love, longing, infatuation, love triangles and more, Feb. 13, 1-2 pm. Free. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. cdalibrary.org

SPOKANE SYMPHONY CHAMBER

SOIREÉ 2 Musician-curated chamber music accompanied by refreshments, wine, coffee and dessert from Beacon Hill Catering. Feb. 15-16, 7:30 pm. Barrister Winery, 1213 W. Railroad Ave. spokanesymphony.org (509-465-3591)

OUR PLANET: LIVE IN CONCERT The Emmy Award-winning Netflix Original documentary series has been fused with new orchestrations by Steven Price with narration by Sir David Attenborough. Feb. 18, 7 pm. $30-$75. First Interstate Center for the Arts, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. firstinterstatecenter.org

SPORTS & OUTDOORS

GONZAGA MEN’S BASKETBALL GAME

SCREENING Watch the Zags face off against the Santa Clara Broncos on the big screen. Feb. 2, 8 pm. Free. Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. garlandtheater.com (509-327-1050)

MT. SPOKANE NIGHT SKI Ski in the dark on Mt. Spokane’s 16-lighted runs. Wed-Sat from 3-9 pm through March 11. $36. Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park, 29500 N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. mtspokane.com (509-238-2220)

SPOKANE NORDIC SKI-A-THON All February, skiers self-report their kilometers skied and rack up donations. Earn prizes for reaching certain milestones. Free. spokanenordic.org

FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS Ski during sunset and into the night with live music and food and drink specials. Fridays from 3-9 pm through Feb. 24. $36. Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park, 29500 N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. mtspokane.com

SPOKANE CHIEFS VS. SWIFT CURRENT

BRONCOS Promotional events include Avista Poster Series Giveaway. Feb. 3, 7:05 pm. $12-$30. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanechiefs.com

CHEWELAH WINTERFEST This fourth annual event takes place in downtown Chewelah and includes activities such as a skijor demo, a rail jam and a chili cookoff. TFeb. 4, 10 am-6 pm. Prices vary. Chewelah. chewelah.org

CONQUEST OF THE CAGE A mixed martial arts event features several live fights.

Feb. 4, 7 pm. $49-$129. Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Rd. northernquest.com (509-242-7000)

CROSS COUNTRY / SNOWSHOE MOON -

LIGHT TOURS & DINNER Take a guided cross-country skiing or snowshoeing trip through the woods at Mt. Spokane and enjoy a scratch meal afterward. Fee includes skis, boots, poles and dinner. Feb. 4, 6-9 pm. $51. Selkirk Lodge, N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. spokanerec.org

SPOKANE CHIEFS VS. RED DEER

REBELS Promos include the Coca-Cola Bobblehead Giveaway. Feb. 4, 7:05 pm.

$12-$30. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanechiefs.com (279-7000)

SNOWSHOE MOUNT SPOKANE Learn the basics of snowshoeing during a guided hike. Travel on snowshoe trails through the snow-covered trees and hills around Mount Spokane. Fee includes: snowshoes, poles, trail fees, instruction, guides and transportation. Jan. 21-March 18, Sat from 9 am-1 pm. $39. Mt. Spokane State Park, 26107 N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. spokanerec.org (509-755-2489)

SNOWSHOE TOUR 49 DEGREES NORTH Tour the trails with a guide who gives tips leading to better control and more fun on your snowshoes. Fee includes: snowshoes, poles, trail pass, instruction, guides and lunch. Feb. 5, Feb. 25 and March 11, 10 am-2 pm. $45. spokanerec. org (509-755-2489)

SPOKANE AUDUBON SOCIETY: VUL-

TURES This program discusses the conservation challenges of vultures presented by Audubon member, avid birder and Washington Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Kim Thorburn. She’ll cover the taxonomy of new-world and old-world vultures. Hosted via Zoom. Feb. 8, 7-8 pm. Free. audubonspokane.org

PACIFIC 8 HOCKEY CONFERENCE Eight hockey teams complete to be the PAC8 conference championship. Full schedule TBA. Feb. 9-12. $10-$35. Eastern Washington University, 526 Fifth St., Cheney. ewuacha.com

LADIES DAY CLINIC The day begins with coffee and stretching followed by ski instruction, lunch and a social hour. Feb. 10 and March 10, 8:30 am-2:30 pm. $129. Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park, 29500 N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. mtspokane.com

SPOKANE CHIEFS VS. EVERETT SILVERTIPS Promos include the Coeur d’Alene Casino Bingo Night. Feb. 10, 7:05 pm. $12-$30. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanechiefs.com

WILD & SCENIC FILM FESTIVAL An environmental film fest that illustrates the challenges facing our planet and the work communities are doing to protect the environment and the places we love. All proceeds go to the Idaho Sierra Club. Feb. 10, 7 pm. $15. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127)

Theater

THE 39 STEPS A mysterious organization called “The 39 Steps” is hot on a man’s trail in a nationwide manhunt. Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm through Feb. 12. $10-$39. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. spokanecivictheatre.com

PHOTOGRAPH 51 A portrait of Rosalind Franklin, one of the great female scientists of the 20th century and her fervid drive to map the contours of the DNA molecule. Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm through Feb. 5. $10-$25. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. spokanecivictheatre.com (509-325-2507)

SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET A Victorian-era barber returns to London after 15 years of exile to take revenge on the corrupt judge who ruined his life. Feb. 3-26; Thu-Sat at 7 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $25-$30. Stage Left Theater, 108 W. Third Ave. stagelefttheater.org

NT LIVE: MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING Katherine Parkinson (The IT Crowd) and John Heffernan (Dracula) lead the cast in Shakespeare’s romcom of sun, sea and mistaken identity. Feb. 5, 4-7 pm. $10. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main St. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127)

POOL (NO WATER) In this staged reading, a famous artist invites her old friends to her new home. For one night, the group is back together but celebrations come to an abrupt end when the host suffers a horrific accident. Feb. 9, 7:30 pm and Feb. 10, 7:30 pm. $8. Gonzaga Magnuson Theatre, 502 E. Boone. gonzaga.edu/theatreanddance

Visual Arts

FIRST FRIDAY AT GOLDEN HANDLE

This First Friday event features art by Lon Hyatt and live music from Jason Garrett Evans. Feb. 3, 6:30-9 pm. Free. Golden Handle Brewing Co., 154 S. Madison St. goldenhandle.org (509-863-9167)

SIRI STENSBERG: SCATTERED STORMS

This exhibit explores the intersection of material, color, space and sound via an immersive installation. Mon-Thu from 9 am-4 pm, Fri from 9 am-1:30 pm through Feb. 10. Free. SFCC Fine Arts Gallery, 3410 W. Whistalks Way. spokanefalls.edu/gallery (509-533-3746)

FACING FIRE: ART, WILDFIRE, AND THE END OF NATURE IN THE NEW WEST The artists featured explore fire as an omen and elemental force, as metaphor and personal experience. Mon-Sat from 10 am-4 pm through May 13. Free. Jundt Art Museum, 200 E. Desmet Ave. gonzaga. edu/jundt (509-313-6843)

PLATEAU PICTORIAL BEADWORK: FRED L. MITCHELL COLLECTION During a lifetime collecting Plateau floral, geometric, and pictorial beadwork, Walla Walla resident Fred L. Mitchell has amassed the premier collection of this material. Feb. 1-May 14, Tue-Sun from 10 am-5 pm. $10-$15. The MAC, 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org

RAFAEL SOLDI: MOTHER TONGUE This exhibition examines how queerness and masculinity intersect with immigration, memory and loss. Mon-Fri from 9 am-6 pm through March 3. Free. EWU Gallery of Art, 140 Art Building. rafaelsoldi.com (509-359-2494)

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