EVENTS | CALENDAR
BENEFIT
GAMBLING FOR GOOD: COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS The evbent includes appetizers, dinner, dessert and “funny money” for games, live auction and raffle prizes benefitting Communities In Schools of Spokane County. March 18, 5:30-8:30 pm. $75. Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford. bidpal.net/cis HEARTS FOR HOMES DINNER & AUCTION The 8th annual dinner and auction generates funds to support North Idaho Habitat for Humanity’s Home Building Program and A Brush with Kindness, a home repair program. March 24, 6-9:30 pm. $45. Best Western Coeur d’Alene, 506 W. Appleway. northidahohabitat.org
COMEDY
FELIPE ESPARZA After 17 years of stand-up comedy, various TV appearances and two movies, Felipe walked away with the title prize on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” in 2010. March 16-18 at 8 pm, March 18 at 10:30 pm. $15-$26. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com CRIME SHOW The BDT Players offer a comedic take on TV’s staple “whodun-it.” Rated for general audiences. Fridays, at 8 pm, Feb. 17-March 24. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. bluedoortheatre.com (747-7045) THE IMPROV CO-OP: NEARLY KILT YA The Co-op is back for St. Patrick’s day with a comedy show full of Irish accents, potatoes, and a kilt or two. March 18, 7 pm. Free. Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway. (342-2055) SAFARI The Blue Door’s fast-paced, short-form improv show. Rated for mature audiences. Saturdays at 8 pm. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. bluedoortheatre.com (747-7045) LEWIS BLACK Known worldwide for his outrageously funny views on life, Black has been speaking his mind to audiences for more than 30 years. March 19, 7:30 pm. $45/$55/$75. Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Rd. northernquest.com PABLO FRANCISCO Pablo’s two Comedy Central specials “They Put It Out There” and “Ouch!” continue to stay on the network’s most requested list. March 19, 8 pm. $20-$27. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. (318-9998)
COMMUNITY
INLAND EMPIRE SHUFFLE Strictly Swing Spokane presents a full weekend devoted to swing dancing and live music. Includes workshops and a la carte pricing. March 17-19; Fri 7-11 pm; Sat, 10 am-11 pm and Sun, 10 am-5 pm. $150/$175 for weekend pass. Southside Senior & Community Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. strictlyswingspokane.com SERVICE ANIMAL PUBLIC FORUM Spokane City Councilman Mike Fagan hosts a series of public forums to educate attendees on the issue of “service animals” in the city of Spokane. Currently the city of Spokane does not have a comprehensive policy regarding this matter. March 17, 6-7 pm. Free. West Central Community Center, 1603 N. Belt St. bit.ly/2mouETP (323-7497) STATE OF THE COUNTY Commissioner Al French shares the progress Spokane County has made to improve the quality of services and maximize the value
of the community’s tax dollars. March 17, 7:30-9 am. $25/$55. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. spokanecenter.com (279-7000) THIRD FRIDAY SWING DANCE Includes a beginner lesson at 7 pm with guest instructor Joel Plys. Then dance to live music from 8-10 pm by Johnny J and the Flat Foot Floogies, with Dj’d dancing from 10-11. March 17, 7-11 pm. $10/$12. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth. strictlyswingspokane.com CDA CASINO ANNIVERSARY POWWOW The Casino celebrates its 24th anniversary and culture during the event; Grand Entries begin at 1 and 7 pm in the Events Center. March 18. Free. Coeur d’Alene Casino, 37914 S Hwy 95. cdacasino.com (800-523-2467) BLOOMSDAY TRAINING CLINICS Get ready for the 41st Bloomsday at free clinics from Providence and Group Health. Walk, jog or run at your own pace. Routes begin with one mile, adding one mile each week. March 18-April 29, meets Saturdays at 8:30 am. Register online. Free. Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene St. phc.org HARDY SUCCULENTS FOR SPOKANE AREA GARDENS Master Gardner Eva Lusk shows how to take advantage of Spokane’s almost ideal growing condition for succulents. RSVP via email. March 18, 10 am. Free. Manito Park, 1800 S. Grand Blvd. (456-8038) WVOLC OPEN HOUSE Join center staff for a day of critters, crafts and outdoor games. March 18 and April 15, from 10 am-2 pm. $5 suggested donation. West Valley Outdoor Learning Center, 8706 E. Upriver Drive. olc.wvsd.org SPOKANE VIGIL TO PROTECT THE ACA Local labor, faith and community groups in the Hear Our Voices coalition hold a candlelight vigil in Spokane to demand that Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers vote NO on the bill to repeal the ACA. March 18, 7-8:30 pm. Free. CHAS Denny Murphy Clinic, 1001 W. Second. fusewashington.org (509-444-8200) SEED STARTING WORKSHOP Master Gardener Kathy McKeown from the University of Idaho Extension Service discusses and demonstrates techniques for seed selection, seed-starting soil mixes, flats and pots, lighting, temperature and more for transplanting and optimum growth. March 20, 6-7:30 pm. Free. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. cdalibrary.org KNITTING FOR SHELTER PETS The CdA Library’s Well-Knit Tale Knitting Club members are knitting/crocheting blankets for the shelter animals at the Kootenai Humane Society. Anyone is welcome to join on March 21, from 2:30-4 pm; all levels welcome. Bring your own supplies. Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front Ave. cdalibrary.org SUICIDE AWARENESS FORUM SPR’s Steve Jackson moderates the discussion on suicide prevention, mental health, and Washington state’s Death with Dignity Act. March 22, 6:30-8:30 pm. Free and open to the public. Spokane City Hall, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (328-5729)
FOOD
ARGENTINIAN WINE DINNER A special wine dinner with Pablo Piccolo of Catena Wines, featuring 100-point wines from Adriana Vineyard in Argentina. 10 wines are paired with 10 small plates in a tasting-style menu featuring
clams, prawns, and lamb. March 16, 6 pm. $120/person. Inland Pacific Kitchen, 304 W. Pacific Ave. ipkspokane.com PURPLE EGYPTIAN BARLEY PROJECT The weekly series showcases a collaboration between Palouse Pint, Palouse Heritage grain farm, Bellwether and Culture Bread, highlighting beers and breads made from the landrace grain known as Egyptian Purple Barley. Thursdays, through April 7 (check Bellwether FB for start times each week). Free admission. Bellwether Brewing Co., 2019 N. Monroe. facebook.com/ bellwetherbrewing/ (280-8345) SAMPLE THE CELLAR Masselow’s staff pull out old and rare bottles from the cellar to help demonstrate the new Coravin wine dispenser. Three, 2-ounce tastes are included with each ticket, with more available to purchase. Also includes Chef Tanya’s hors d’oeuvres. March 16, 8-10 pm. $35. Masselow’s, 100 N. Hayford Rd. bit.ly/2lXtnGY GARLAND DISTRICT PUB CRAWL The inaugural St. Patrick’s Day weekend event includes stops at Rick’s Ringside, Bon Bon, Beerocracy, Brown Derby and more, with live music, drink specials, prizes and more. March 17, 7-10 pm. $5. Garland District, Spokane. garlandpubcrawl.brownpapertickets.com ST. PADDY’S PILSNER RELEASE PARTY Big Barn is releasing its new Pilsner (offered at $3/pint), with an event featuring games, serving Black & Tans, green beer, and an Irish Feast ($10$12). March 17, 5-9 pm. Free. Big Barn Brewing Co., 16004 N. Applewood Ln. bigbarnbrewing.com (710-2961) BEVERLY’S ST. PATRICK’S IRISH WHISKEY DINNER A special St. Patrick’s Day event, with Irish whiskey pairings and a special Irish-themed dinner by executive chef Jim Barrett. March 18, 6:30 pm. $85+. Beverly’s, 115 S. Second St. ow.ly/ZPAT3092PVN
MUSIC
DINNER CABARET Guests enjoy a three course, European-inspired dinner by Mangia Catering, and a three-act professional cabaret. March 17-18, from 6-9:30 pm. $55. Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center, 405 N. William St, Post Falls. cdasummertheatre.com TAIKO JAPANESE DRUMMING Come play the drums at this hands-on event demonstration. Spokane Taiko is a nonprofit that seeks to build community and create awareness through the traditional music of Japan. March 18, 12-1 pm. Free. Spokane Kendo Club, 829 W. Broadway. SpokaneTaiko.com SPOKANE JAZZ ORCHESTRA The spring concert “Groove Summit” features guest musicians Brent Edstrom and Don Goodwin. March 18, 7:30 pm. $12-$26.50. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. spokanejazz.org SPOKANE BRITISH BRASS BAND The SBB joins the Saint Dominic School Girls Choir for a concert of music by American Composers. March 19, 3-5 pm. $10/ adults; free/kids, students. Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Dr. (999-8717) AUDITORIUM CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES: NEW YORK POLYPHONY The 30th anniversary season of the ACMS continues with a performance by the 2-time Grammy-nominated male classical vocal quartet. March 21, 7:30 pm. $10-$22. U. of Idaho Admin Bldg, 851 Campus Dr. uidaho.edu/class/acms
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