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ulture trumps strategy,” author unknown, is among my favorite quotes and one I frequently pass on to entrepreneurs seeking insight on how to build a successful business. Creating a differentiated product, targeting a rapidly growing market and establishing a profitable business model is important, but none of those guarantee success if you don’t have a team that is aligned, empowered and excited to show up to work every day.

I often use quotes as a concise and colorful means of motivating and inspiring teams. Effective quotes are like commercial jingles — they are punchy, memorable and drive action. They’re among the building blocks many founders and CEOs deploy as they develop a desired culture or outcome. I regularly observe famous quotes stenciled on the hallways and in the conference rooms of innovative and emerging companies or in their marketing materials.

Avis, for example, famously made good use of, “If you can’t fix it, feature it,” by Sir Ernest Shackleton. In 1962, Avis was second to Hertz with 11 percent market share and had not been profitable in 13 years. To fix this, the company embraced their No.-2 status by proudly featuring it in advertisements along with a new tagline: “We try harder.” Avis’ campaign, and supporting maniacal focus on customer service, changed everything. By 1966, Avis had a 35 percent market share and was making money.

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ayne Williams, former CEO of Telect and currently general manager of Amphenol Telect, and one of our region’s most prominent entrepreneurs, has assembled a slide deck of leadership quotes he features in presentations to management teams. His favorites, as well as the context under which he uses them, are shared below.

“Anything that won’t sell, I don’t want to invent. Its sale is proof of utility, and utility is success,” by Thomas Edison. Williams uses this to communicate to engineers and others that no matter how great an idea is, unless you can exchange money between two parties, it’s just an idea and not a commercially viable product.

“Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly and move on with improving your other innovations,”

by Steve Jobs. This quote reminds teams not to focus so exclusively on perfection that they can’t stop, learn, develop another innovation and pivot.

“Only the paranoid survive,” by Andy Grove.

Williams highlights this quote by one of the founders of Intel to instill a healthy dose of fear in the minds of team members. “The competitor you know is trying to take your lunch away,” Williams likes to add, “and there’s another one you don’t know also trying to steal it.”

“A person who never made a mistake never

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tried anything new,” by Albert Einstein. Doing something with movement, even imperfectly, is better than sitting idle or with fear of failure, per Williams.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe,” by Abraham Lincoln. Although Williams uses a chainsaw today, what he likes about this quote is that it drives home the importance of preparing for the task; readying the tools, equipment and people.

Williams himself is quite quotable, and I often preach one that he coined more than 20 years ago, “It is who you know that gets you the look, it’s what you show that gets you the work and it’s what you do that lets you keep it.” This summarizes the fundamentals of old fashioned yet solid business practice.

Other local entrepreneurs I have worked with also maintain a repertoire of favorite quotes.

Andy Barrett, founder of Berg Co.: “Innovation is taking two things that already exist and putting them together in a new way” (author unknown).

Jordan Allen, co-founder & CEO of Stay Alfred: “If you always do what you’ve always done, you always get what you’ve always done,”

by Tony Robbins.

John Pariseau, local real estate developer: “Necessity is the mother of taking chances,” by Mark Twain.

Josh Neblett, co-founder & CEO of etailz: “If you dislike change, you are going to like irrelevance even less,” by retired Army Gen. Eric Shinseki. Neblett also has one of his own: “Don’t make the mistake of making money.” The context for his quote is the incredible valuations money-losing unicorns often receive from investors. Although counter to my training as a certified public accountant, I tend to agree with him in situations where capital is no object.

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ccasionally quotes get tweaked over time. Historically, I have aspired to “overpromise, underperform,” as management guru Tom Peters put it. That was until I heard Mark Benioff, CEO of Salesforce, say, “overpromise and overperform,” which I now advocate as part of my personal “no excuse policy.”

My own made-up quote is, “Don’t get Netflixed.” Blockbuster could have and should have pivoted to the business model ultimately deployed by Netflix. Instead, Blockbuster’s management either misread the future, were resistant to change or couldn’t rally the troops. Which leads to my final quote for you to ponder: “Onward and upward,” also by President Lincoln. n

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COMMENT | CONSERVATION

A Mountain of Politics

CALEB WALSH ILLUSTRATION

The Scotchman Peaks have become an ideological Rorschach for Bonner County

BY ZACH HAGADONE

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y wife is on the short list of pregnant women to summit the 7,009-foot-tall Scotchman Peak. She was three or so months along with our son when we went up the mountain in October 2011, part of a small group including members of the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness. It was perfect, cool weather for the ascent, which features a punishing 20 percent grade for the first half-mile and an average 1,000 feet of elevation gain per mile thereafter.

That bun-in-the-oven she lugged up Scotchman turned 6 at the end of April and the peaks are headed to

the ballot in Bonner County on May 15, when voters will be asked whether they think the 13,960-acre area should be designated wilderness.

The trek toward wilderness designation has been in the works for more than a decade and the upcoming vote is “advisory.” Still, Idaho Republican Sen. Jim Risch, who sponsored the proposal in Congress, told residents in an April 11 op-ed in the Sandpoint Reader that he will “follow the decision made by you, the people of Bonner County.”

That makes the outcome potentially more important than its advisory status lets on.

The vote is also more politically important than its subject might suggest. Much is at stake in the May primaries. What does a wilderness designation on the Idaho-

Montana border amount to? Plenty when you consider Scotchman Peaks has become a kind of Rorschach test for residents in one of the most conservative regions of the one of the most conservative states in the country. As essayist Joseph Epstein wrote of the ’60s, “Tell me what you think of that period and I shall tell you what your politics are.” The same could be said of the Scotchman Peaks.

Peruse the comment threads on any of the several Sandpoint community Facebook pages and you’ll find the rhetoric against the Scotchman wilderness proposal comes angry and often. It’s also stunning in its predictability. Long story short: The feds, aided by a shady cabal of Soros-funded lobbyists in Boise and D.C., are coming to steal our land. Some variants include shades of the old John Birch Society hobbyhorse that the United Nations is somehow behind it, too.

That the U.S. Forest Service already manages the Scotchman Peaks area as a “recommended” wilderness — and has done so since 1987 — doesn’t seem to matter to those folks, which isn’t surprising, because their opposition has little to do with the wilderness designation itself.

For many, opposing the proposal is a stand against government as a concept; part of the flight from public enterprise in general that helped motivate waves of migrants to North Idaho from Barry Goldwater Country, California, through the 1980s and ’90s. First, they fled the cities for the suburbs, then they fled the suburbs for the forests of the Northwest. Now they’re trying to flee from everything including school bonds, building permits, sports field renovations — whatever smacks of public ownership, public responsibility or public stewardship.

To be sure, anti-government attitudes have run through North Idaho for generations, but the hypervirulent separatism that animates so many in Bonner County today is a relatively recent political shift that has replaced common sense with ideological gamesmanship.

For evidence, look no further than the Confederate-flag waving, Sharia-law-fearing demagogues who keep getting sent to the Idaho Capitol from the bowels of the imaginary Redoubt.

People of good faith can disagree about any policy decision, but arguments about government “land grabs” and conspiratorial interest groups don’t wash with the Scotchmans. They only illustrate how unproductive — and backward-looking — the politics of North Idaho have become.

I, for one, look forward to showing my son what he missed the first time we hiked Scotchman. n Zach Hagadone is a former co-publisher/owner of the Sandpoint Reader, former editor of Boise Weekly and current grad student at Washington State University.

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In other words: Put away your credit card, and pull out your library card.

“We need to let go of the old-fashioned picture about libraries and thinking of them as just warehouses for books,” says Jane Baker, communication and development director for the Spokane County Library District. “We are anything but.”

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COMMENT | FROM READERS

CALEB WALSH ILLUSTRATION

FORMAT MATTERS do not own a television, and I can’t stand Roseanne Barr, but Chelsea

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Martin’s review of the Roseanne reboot is one of the funniest pieces of writing I’ve ever read. After proving that format, not content, is the only true message of any on-screen entertainment, she concludes with the most triumphant diss of a bad show I’ve ever seen. Bravo!

MICHAEL HUMISTON Grand Coulee, Wash.

OFFhe TARGET problem with Chelsea Martin’s article about Roseanne is that

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she is apparently obsessed with the way the show is filmed using a multi-camera format and the use of a laugh track instead of the show’s content. From Ms. Martin’s picture, she appears to be a millennial and not truly the target audience, which is the older working class, still struggling with growing older and still facing hard times.

I remember when Roseanne first premiered in the late ’80s. I related to the show because I grew up in a blue-collar working-class family.

LETTERS My parents struggled to make ends Send comments to meet and college wasn’t a priority. editor@inlander.com.

I was the only one in my family to get a GED and then graduate from college. But I have never forgotten my roots.

It is one of the better programs currently on TV. I’m sick of scripted and self absorbed shows like the Housewives franchise or the Kardashian nonsense. There are way too many so-called “reality” shows or crime shows that show nothing but blood and gore.

I’ll take a reboot of Roseanne any day.

ANITA CERVANTES Spokane, Wash.

Readers respond to a blog post about a Coeur d’Alene pastor who has defended slavery and denied the numbers from the Holocaust. But is he leading a hate group, as the Southern Poverty Law Center says?

VICTOR VANDERHOVEN: Well, yes. But, I ask you all, where are these humans to go? You cannot make thoughts and speech illegal.

It’s against the founding principles of our government and common sense.

Do they do some of the most vile and stupid things with these two freedoms? Yes. The problem is, when you attempt to crush and obliterate thought you make it more seductive to some very entropic humans. These headspaces require a place to vent them.

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icture a single location where a homeless man could walk in and have a bevy of different services at his fingertips.

He could apply for housing assistance, get employment advice and have experts help him apply for state benefits, food assistance and child care assistance. And he could get a physical or mental health care screening while he waited.

“It’s an idea that’s been around and talked about with the social services community for the last 10 years,” says Dawn Kinder, head of the city’s Neighborhood and Business Services division. “Trying to get one place where somebody can come just one time and access those services.”

The creation of an integrated social service site is already a part of the mayor and City Council’s strategic plan.

This isn’t just an aspirational idea on some city whiteboard: For several months the city has been meeting with a slew of different nonprofits. They’ve been talking with a designer from NAC Architecture about how to transform space in the city-owned downtown Intermodal Center into the new social service facility.

Right now, the city is looking at launching the pilot site as early as late summer — depending on the construction schedule. But for some members of the Spokane City Council, there’s a massive catch: the location.

The Intermodal Center also contains a Greyhound bus depot that has, increasingly, become a civil liberty and immigration enforcement flashpoint. For years, armed Customs and Border Protection agents have regu-

larly conducted sweeps at the station, asking bus patrons to show identification.

Last year, border officials arrested dozens of Greyhound bus riders suspected of being unauthorized immigrants.

“They’re literally going through city property, walking onto Greyhound buses and asking people for people’s status,” City Council President Ben Stuckart said at a committee meeting last month.

It’s led Stuckart to not only worry that Border Patrol’s presence could discourage vulnerable residents from taking advantage of a such facility, but to outright oppose the facility’s creation until the problem is fixed.

ALL IN ONE

The notion of an integrated social service site isn’t new to Spokane.

Back in 2013, the city of Spokane launched Community Court, a widely praised fusion of the city’s judicial and social services systems. When people get arrested for, say, loitering, they go to Community Court once a week, where they’re connected with resources to try to address their deeper needs.

Increasingly, Kinder says, Community Court gained a reputation as a place you’d go if you needed help in general.

“About 50 percent of the people who attend on Mondays are there without being required to be there,” Kinder says. “They come to access services, without any mandate by police to force them to attend.”

The challenge for low-income residents isn’t just the

availability of services — it’s the coordination. An assessment at Spokane Neighborhood Action Partners may refer you to an appointment for a medical services at a health care clinic two days later. But transportation and scheduling are huge barriers.

“It’s rare in that situation for somebody to follow up on that referral,” Kinder says. “One of the great things about Spokane is that we have nonprofits who do what they’re good at. [But] you may need to see three different agencies to have your needs best met.”

By contrast, at places like Next Generation Zone, run

by Workforce Development Spokane, young people looking for jobs can get education, skills training and career resources all in the same spot.

“We remove the artificial barriers, including complicated paperwork,” says Dawn Karber, chief operating officer with Workforce Development Spokane. “One person can work with a professional at our location to quickly get access to all the services they would need.”

The city’s partnering with the Workforce Development Council — as well as the Spokane Housing Authority, Career Path Services, CHAS Health and Volunteers of America — to design something similar for a broader array of needs at the proposed social service site.

Initially, Kinder says, the site would have eight to 12 representatives from social service agencies. The city still hasn’t decided which organizations would be sending employees to staff the new facility. But Kinder says she wants to make sure the facility focuses on providing actual care, not just administrative referrals. ...continued on next page

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Either way, the Intermodal Center — which already houses the city’s downtown police precinct — seemed like the perfect spot to do it: The city is already paying for rent and maintenance for the facility and the space is mostly vacant.

“We want it to be a site that’s welcoming and safe,” says Tija Danzig, the city’s homeless services program manager. “We want to make sure that it’s accessible to anyone.”

And that’s where things get tricky.

they have reasonable suspicion they’re here illegally.

In fact, last year Border Patrol agents “took into custody at least 34 people after subjecting many more people to bus immigration checks in the Spokane area,” according to a letter sent by the ACLU urging Greyhound to stop allowing Border Patrol to conduct raids on their buses.

“They’re not only targeting LOCATION IS EVERYTHING undocumented people. They’re targeting The message, local Latino community activist Jennyfer people of color and racially targeting Mesa says, has gone out across Facebook pages aimed passengers.” at Latinos in Spokane: Avoid the Greyhound depot.

“I won’t go there,” Mesa says. “I won’t let my son go there.”

Mesa’s a green card holder, and says her mother is a U.S. citizen. But she worries that the environment around immigration is too fraught to risk putting her status in peril by appearing at the Greyhound station.

“My uncle was arrested in 2012 on the Greyhound bus,” Mesa says. That time, it was in Georgia, she says — and he was detained for a week.

Downtown Spokane is within 100 miles from the Canadian border, giving Border Patrol special leeway to ask people if they’re U.S. citizens if

At a panel discussion last month with the ACLU, Stuckart says, most of the discussion centered on the bus depot controversy. Mesa, a member of the panel, argues the Border Patrol’s actions haven’t just affected unauthorized immigrants.

“They’re not only targeting undocumented people,” Mesa says. “They’re targeting people of color and racially targeting passengers.”

Kinder says the city is trying to specifically design the integrated services center to address those worries.

“We’re trying to create our own lobby space.

Not have a shared lobby with the Greyhound

passengers,” Kinder says. “There’s some security in that.”

Kinder says the city even looked at having an entirely separate entrance for the services center. That would be quite expensive, Kinder says, but the city would consider that if necessary if the pilot proves successful.

But neither of those solutions satisfy Stuckart. After all, what assurances does Spokane have that Border Patrol won’t just walk into the lobby of the social service center?

Danzig says city staffers have already been researching the issue, and they want to speak with Border Patrol.

“We have been contacted by the city,” spokesman for Customs and Border Protection spokesman Jason Givens told the Inlander last Friday. “We’re planning on meeting with them sometime in the next week or so.”

City Councilman Breean Beggs suggests the city could also make policy changes: At the more radical end of the spectrum, the city could look to King County, which recently passed an ordinance heavily limiting the city’s interactions with immigration enforcement.

The city could ban Border Patrol from even entering the center at all, Beggs argues, unless it has a warrant. Beggs insists his proposal still wouldn’t technically make Spokane a “sanctuary city,” but it would still represent the city taking a more defiant stance against an immigration enforcement agency.

LETTERS Meanwhile, few issues Send comments to make Stuckart as passionate editor@inlander.com. as immigration: Growing up, Stuckart attended a church that protected Central Americans who entered the United States illegally to flee persecution.

“I won’t vote for any approval of any construction for the project or any funding until this is resolved,” Stuckart says. “I’m actively opposed to it.” n danielw@inlander.com

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A BAD DEAL In March, two EASTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY volleyball coaches — including head coach Michael King (above) — were fired in what the university called a “university personnel matter.” But EWU public records reveal that they were let go weeks after they allegedly tried to pay a player $300 in cash. The university launched an investigation into the alleged payment on March 2. The investigation substantiated that the payment occurred, when King placed $300 on his desk and left the player alone with the money, apparently implying that she take it as payment for a summer camp she worked the year before. Though Michael King argued he didn’t mean to give the student $300 when he left the money on his desk, the university investigation found King’s argument not to be credible. (WILSON CRISCIONE)

THE PASTOR RACE Why in the world would the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), a national civil rights organization, put a small, relatively unknown Idaho church on its “Hatewatch” list? That’s the question asked by two recent Idaho Statesman articles and an Idaho Statesman video. The newspaper suggests that, perhaps, the LORDSHIP CHURCH in Coeur d’Alene was being unfairly maligned.

“According to the SPLC, most of Idaho’s hate groups proclaim racist or anti-Semitic views,” the Statesman proclaims. “Lordship Church is different.”

But that isn’t exactly true. The Lordship Church put nearly 100 sermons from Pastor Warren Mark Campbell online — and the Inlander combed through dozens of them. We found that Campbell has repeatedly preached that the Bible condones forms of slavery. That the South were the heroes of the Civil War and the North were the villains. That whites are victims and blacks are whiners. And that the death toll of the Holocaust was exaggerated.

(DANIEL WALTERS)

DAMS BILL MOVES FORWARD The U.S. House passed a bill last week to protect four Lower Snake River dams and stop court-ordered extra spill over the dam system in Washington.

The legislation, sponsored by Republican Rep. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS, has now been sent to the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works. If passed, it would stop extra spill started in April, which judges in two courts held was necessary to help juvenile salmon on their way to sea.

It’d also implement a 2014 federal plan to protect salmon and steelhead trout while operating the dams. That plan was rejected by the courts after environmental groups argued it didn’t do enough to protect the fish. “Some have said that this is a bill that would ensure that salmon go extinct,” McMorris Rodgers said last week. “It’s actually just the opposite.”

(SAMANTHA WOHLFEIL)

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Sex Ed Ain’t Dead

Last week, a federal court in Spokane granted a permanent injunction to prevent the Trump administration from cutting grants to Planned Parenthood’s TEEN PREGNANCY PREVENTION PROGRAM in Western states.

The decision was a blow to the administration’s effort to push abstinence-only sex education.

“The courts confirmed it: The Trump-Pence administration’s efforts to impose their ideological agenda on young people is unlawful,” says Dawn Laguens, Planned Parenthood Federation of America’s executive vice president.

In February, Planned Parenthood of Greater Washington and North Idaho sued Alex Azar, secretary of U.S. Health and Human Services, for terminating a grant for the organization’s Teen Pregnancy Prevention Program. The suit was joined by Planned Parenthood affiliates in several other states. They argued that HHS acted unlawfully when it cancelled their five-year grants with no explanation.

U.S. District Court Judge Thomas Rice agreed, writing that HHS “arbitrarily and capriciously terminated the TPP program.”

The TPP program mostly funds organizations that work to prevent teen pregnancy if they have been shown to be effective.

Otherwise, the program tries new strategies to combat teen LETTERS pregnancy. The organizations Send comments to are required to measure the editor@inlander.com. effectiveness of the programs in reducing pregnancy.

The Trump administration last month issued new rules for funding programs to prevent teenage pregnancy. Those rules favor programs promoting abstinence and programs that may not be proven to work in reducing teen pregnancy. Studies have shown that abstinence programs fail to change teenage sexual behavior.

Rachel Todd, director of education for Planned Parenthood’s local affiliate, says in a statement that the court’s decision last week sent a “clear message” that the “Trump-Pence administration can’t turn back progress, ignore science and the needs of young people.” (WILSON CRISCIONE)

THE 411 ON 311

Since February of 2017, the city of Spokane has allowed you to call 311 when you’re in the 509 area code and get all sorts of questions answered with the city. But using your voice over the phone, as everyone knows, is so passé. So on Monday, the city launched an online CHAT SERVICE. “A lot of people prefer to chat rather than to be on the phone,” says Carly Cortright, My Spokane Customer Service director.

It not only makes it easier for citizens to multitask while they’re getting their questions answered, it gives the 311 employees flexibility when answering them. For example, Cortright says, a 311 employee can’t exactly take a phone call while simultaneously occupying the front desk at City Hall. But they could answer questions on chat in the moments between their other duties.

Navigate to the city’s website at myspokane.org and you’ll see a little tab sticking out of the right side of the frame. Click on it, and it immediately brings up a chat window. We tested it out Tuesday, asking if the city knew why there were a whole bunch of no-parking signs zip-tied to trees in Browne’s Addition over the weekend.

Within minutes, an operator named Sascha had set out to try to answer my question, contacting the permitting department and street departments — and sending out Parking Enforcement to see if there are any signs still up.

My question wasn’t the only one: On Tuesday morning, Cortright says, one person wanted to know when the Skyride gondolas at Riverfront Park opened up. Others wanted to know where they could buy city golf passes or where they could complain about a person illegally camping in their RV. “You leave feeling like your problem has been solved and you mattered,” Cortright says. (DANIEL WALTERS)

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GOP CANDIDATES FOR IDAHO GOVERNOR TOMMY AHLQUIST

BACKGROUND: A former emergency room doctor who’s now a businessman and developer. Ahlquist is a first-time candidate and recently earned endorsements from two young, prominent Trump supporters including Candace Owens, an African American YouTube commentator who is critical of the Black Lives Matter movement.

FOCUSED ON: Improving the environment for small businesses and making health care cheaper for families. In a video on his campaign website, Ahlquist says he is in favor of reforming Medicaid by making the program more “personally accountable for those who receive it, and also putting limits on those monies that are spent.”

CRITICIZED FOR: Flip-flopping, donating money to Democrats (though he’s donated more to Republicans) and spending millions on attack ads with false or misleading claims.

From the debate stage recently, Rep. Raúl Labrador pounced on Ahlquist’s failure to say whether he’d sign a bill punishing women for having abortions. Ahlquist had previously said he would support such legislation. (MITCH RYALS)

RAÚL LABRADOR

BACKGROUND: A four-term congressman, co-founder of the House Freedom Caucus and a Trump supporter, who grew up in Puerto Rico and later became an immigration attorney.

FOCUSED ON: Slashing nearly $1 billion in state taxes by eliminating “loopholes,” defending Idaho’s right to define marriage within the state and combating Medicaid expansion in Idaho. Labrador said he would consider working against the will of Idaho voters if, in November, they pass an initiative to expand Medicaid in the state.

FROM TOP: Boise developer Tommy Ahlquist, Lt. Gov. Brad Little and Congressman Raúl Labrador.

‘Free-for-All’

CRITICIZED FOR: Being an ineffective congressman and perhaps too far right. An ad paid for by an Ahlquist-backing PAC, claimed that Labrador has not sponsored any bills that have become law. Actually, three of Labrador-authored bills have become law, as have 18 of his co-sponsored bills. (MR)

Things are getting personal as three main challengers fight to be the Republican nominee for Idaho governor

LT. GOV. BRAD LITTLE

BY SAMANTHA WOHLFEIL

T

he race for Idaho governor is heating up as three Republican frontrunners try to differentiate themselves enough to win their party’s nomination during the May 15 primary and set their sights on November.

With current Republican Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter not running for re-election, the wide-open contest has created a crowded Republican ticket with seven names, but three candidates lead in polls, spending and campaigning: political newcomer and Boise developer Tommy Ahlquist, four-term 1st District Congressman Raúl Labrador, and Lt. Gov. Brad Little, who also served in the state Senate.

“This is an incredibly tight primary race, which is very unusual for Idaho,” says David Adler, a constitutional scholar and president of the Idaho Falls-based Alturas Institute, a nonpartisan nonprofit dedicated to civic education. “The three-way race, I think, represents a free-for-all as three candidates compete for the very few people who will turn out to participate in the primary.”

While Otter and Little share a fair amount of support in the state, Adler says there are cracks in the Republi-

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can establishment and the Otter/Little brand is fading.

Indeed, while the lieutenant governor might have entered as the frontrunner, he faces a tight race with Ahlquist and Labrador.

For their part, Labrador and Little appeal to a very similar base, though Labrador (co-founder of the House Freedom Caucus) skews farther right, Adler says.

Little comes from a long-time Idaho ranching family and served in the Idaho Senate for about eight years before getting appointed lieutenant governor in 2009.

Labrador, who grew up in Puerto Rico, moved to Nevada as a teen and later worked as an immigration attorney and served in the Idaho House before representing Idaho in Congress.

Ahlquist, on the other hand, has no political experience. He was an emergency room doctor for almost 20 years, and has a large base of support in Boise, where he’s developed much of his commercial property, including the Zions Bank building, the tallest in the state. ...continued on page 20

BACKGROUND: An Idaho native, a rancher and former state senator currently serving as Idaho’s lieutenant governor. As the grandson of the “sheep king of Idaho,” Little is filthy rich.

Recently disclosed financial assets are valued between $12 million and $24 million in 2016, according to multiple news reports.

FOCUSED ON: Lowering taxes as the state’s revenue continues to grow, reforming the education system, including raising teachers’ starting salaries, and reforming Idaho’s health care system. Little and Otter co-signed an executive order directing the state’s insurance department to sell cheaper plans that do not meet Obamacare requirements. It’s unclear whether the order is legal because Obamacare’s mandatory coverage of essential health benefits such as maternity care and mental health is still in place.

CRITICIZED FOR: Attack ads accuse Little of voting to raise taxes, taking a steady pay raise and slurping up more than $100 for per diem — all of which are technically true but with caveats. For example, Little has no control over his salary increases. The Legislature handles that. Also, Little has spent 17 years in Idaho politics and some argue that he represents an entrenched establishment — the opposite of “draining the swamp.” (MR)

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But there are more similarities between the candidates than differences, Adler says, and nothing shows how close the race is more than the negative ads the campaigns have been airing on television, radio and in print.

“The fact it has become personal, with them accusing each other of being liars and demagogues, reveals that the three of them understand this is a very close race,” Adler says. “It seems to me the question is: Where are the fault lines within the Republican Party that suggest any one of the candidates can win?”

MEDICAID AND HEALTH CARE

One area where the three have differed is Medicaid. All three say that health care and health insurance has gotten too expensive under the Affordable Care Act (ACA, also known as Obamacare), but their approaches to reforming the system would be different.

Labrador wants to overturn the ACA, and has said he doesn’t support Medicaid expansion, which would help insure more than 60,000 Idahoans who don’t qualify for subsidized health care right now. He recently told the Spokesman-Review that even if a voter-led initiative to expand Medicaid makes it on the November ballot, which appears likely, he might work to overturn it if passed.

Little, on the other hand, said during a televised debate, “I will adhere to the will of the voters.”

The difference seems noteworthy to Adler. Little was involved in a recent move by Otter to try to allow Idaho insurers to sell health plans that don’t adhere to rules set out in the ACA, which is of questionable legality.

“Brad Little, who has for a number of weeks been moving to the right, both to gather supporters and protect himself against accusations he’s not conservative enough, has now tacked more toward the middle, to support the will of the people,”Adler says.

During the same debate, which aired on Idaho Public Television April 24, Ahlquist said the health care system as a whole needs to be overhauled to provide affordable care to patients.

“Expanding Medicaid, more federal dollars into a system that has an appetite that will never be satiated, is

The contest to replace Gov. C.L. “Butch” Otter has drawn a crowded field of Republican candidates. YOUNG KWAK PHOTO not what we should be talking about,” Ahlquist said.

TAXES

All three have vowed to slash costs at the state level, though their methods differ. All support exempting grocery sales from the state’s 6 percent sales tax, a move state lawmakers have tried to make, but Otter has vetoed.

Ahlquist plans to cut $100 million in state spending in his first 100 days and has supported dropping the personal income tax from 7.4 percent to 5 percent.

Little would also like to cut personal income tax and reduce state spending by more than $100 million a year when revenues are up, so long as education funding is maintained at an appropriate level.

Labrador wants to cut the state sales, personal and corporate income taxes to 5 percent a piece in his “5-5-5 plan,” which would slash about $1 billion in taxes that he would plan to replace by closing the same amount from an estimated $3 billion in tax loopholes.

ATTACK ADS

The campaign ads have turned nasty, and Ahlquist and

his supporters have been leading the way in spending, buying more than $2 million on TV ads to attack both Little and Labrador, according to tallies reported in Washington and Idaho papers.

The ads paint Little and Labrador as establishment politicians and set Ahlquist up as a “breath of fresh air,” Adler says.

Some ads accuse Labrador of not doing enough in Congress, and others attack Little for taking per diems for a second residence he maintains in the capital.

Meanwhile, groups backing Labrador and Little are hitting back with ads claiming Ahlquist is a flip-flopper and criticizing him for supporting Democrats (though he’s donated more to Republicans).

One ad bought by a Labrador-supporting PAC calls Little and Ahlquist “snakes.”

“Unfortunately, negative advertising works,” Adler says. “For all the times voters say they don’t like negative ads, the reason candidates continue to do that here and across the country is that they are effective.”

And it’s a rule in campaign politics that if you’re hit, you have to hit back hard, Adler says, or risk appearing weak. That divisiveness could lead to a higher than normal primary turnout.

SPLIT PRIMARY

As all three have leaned farther right in advance of the primary, they’ve set themselves up to defend some deeply conservative viewpoints come November, Adler says.

For the Republican primary, Idaho voters must register as party affiliates (Democrats left their primary open to anyone), and it’s expected all three candidates’ supporters will make a strong showing.

But some Democrats may also “cross over” to have a say in which of the three Republican candidates moves on to November, Adler says. For some, that may be what they see as their best shot at making a difference in Idaho.

“I think it’s significant, and if they are, they’re probably going for Little or Ahlquist,” Adler says. “In a close election, it could make a difference to decide who gets to 34 percent.” n samanthaw@inlander.com

OTHER GOP CANDIDATES FOR GOVERNOR HARLEY BROWN

BACKGROUND: A Harley-riding, gun-and beerloving former commanding officer of naval construction forces and perennial, though unsuccessful, candidate for public office. The “Harleyisms” section of Brown’s website features several racist, sexist and misogynistic quips and jokes.

FOCUSED ON: Combating political correctness and becoming president of the United States.

During a 2014 gubernatorial debate, as two cigars peeked out of his breast pocket, Brown exclaimed that he had been chosen by God to become “Commander in Chief.” He has a notarized letter from a bishop in Kenya to prove it. This governor thing is just practice.

CRITICIZED FOR: His foul mouth, bigoted humor and most recently multiple threats to kill (like, actually murder) a Boise radio host. Brown sent two emails to the station, the Idaho Statesman reports, with the subject lines “die m----- f-----” and “death wish and mental health hazard.” Police investigated the threats and Brown was not charged, according to a Boise Police Department public information officer. (MR)

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DALTON BEN CANNADY

BACKGROUND: A single father and Army veteran who now works in a wastewater treatment plant in Boise.

FOCUSED ON: Getting money and corruption out of politics, defending gun rights, making health care more affordable. Cannady also supports same-sex marriage as well as a private business’ right to refuse service to gay people. He says Gov. Butch Otter’s decision to spend taxpayer money to fight same-sex marriage was “stupid.”

Cannady has not taken a single contribution because he does not want to be beholden to any special interests, he says.

CRITICIZED FOR: Not much. Cannady’s campaign is mostly word-of-mouth, and he hasn’t been invited to any debates, so no one’s thrown him much shade. Cannady says he has never run for public office. (MR)

LISA MARIE

BACKGROUND: Was defeated in the 2014 and ’16 Republican primaries for seats in the U.S. House.

FOCUSED ON: Child well-being and more civic engagement. Marie says children need better education and better quality air, water and food that doesn’t contain toxic chemicals and “nanoparticles.”

CRITICIZED FOR: Marie says she hasn’t spent much time campaigning but has spent a total of $992.72 on hotels, gas and a handful of posters, although she’s reported no contributions or expenditures as of December 2017, according to her financial disclosure report filed with the state.

Marie says she attended the recent March for Our Lives rally, though not because she supports gun law reform. “We don’t have a gun control problem. These things are being staged so that people can live in fear and have to give up their guns,” she says referring to mass school shootings. (MR)

STEVE PANKEY

BACKGROUND: Originally from Ventura, California, Pankey ran as a Republican for Idaho lieutenant governor in 2010 and lost. Pankey also ran unsuccessfully as a Constitution Party candidate for Idaho governor in 2014. He described himself during that campaign as Idaho’s only openly gay gubernatorial candidate.

FOCUSED ON: Lowering taxes, scrapping Common Core education standards and clamping down on immigration. Pankey wants to do away with Idaho’s income tax and ween the state off of federal funds. “When the federal government isn’t giving you money, it’s harder for them to micromanage the great state of Idaho,” he says during an interview with InterMountain Christian News posted to YouTube.

CRITICIZED FOR: Spending about $250,000 on newspaper ads defending 1950s demagogue Sen. Joe McCarthy’s unproven claims that communists had subverted government circles. (MR)

The Long Game

Starting with the gubernatorial primary election, Democrats in Idaho hope to build momentum for the future

BY WILSON CRISCIONE

I

n deep red Idaho, a lot would have to happen for the winner of the Democratic primary to become governor. The only chance they have, says Jasper LiCalzi, a professor of political economy at the College of Idaho, is a “Roy Moore type of situation,” a massive scandal that hits months before the election making the Republican candidate unelectable.

Rather, for the Democrats, this race is for the future.

“What the Democrats should be looking at is not winning the election, but how do we create our brand going forward?” LiCalzi says. “This isn’t a race for today, but for four, eight, 12 years from now.”

While agricultural attorney Peter Dill is in the race, the frontrunners are A.J. Balukoff, a wealthy Boise School Board member, and Paulette Jordan, a former two-term state representative who would be the first Native American to serve as a governor.

Jordan and Balukoff have similar priorities. They both want to increase education spending, but neither would commit to raising taxes to do so, instead opting to close tax loopholes. They both want to close the gap that disqualifies many Idahoans from Medicaid. And both want to protect public lands.

Jordan is running a bit to the left of Balukoff. For example, she supports marijuana legalization, arguing it would provide money that can be spent on schools and would benefit those who would use it for medicinal purposes. Balukoff, meanwhile, says he opposes recreational marijuana.

The issues aren’t much different from the 2014 gubernatorial race, says LiCalzi. Then, Balukoff ended up losing in the general election to Gov. Butch Otter after Balukoff spent $3 million of his own money on the campaign. The biggest differences between Balukoff is less to do with policy, and more in personality: You have the typical Democratic candidate in Balukoff, “an old rich guy from Boise,” and Jordan, a candidate from rural Plummer, Idaho, who is energizing younger voters.

Shelby Scott, political director for the Idaho Democratic Party, generally sees it the same way.

While the goal remains to win the gubernatorial race, she says it’s important for Jordan or Balukoff to push Democratic priorities of higher wages, more investment in education and protection of public lands.

She encourages Democrats to vote in the primary, instead of registering as a Republican just to vote for a more moderate candidate. A moderate candidate, she says, can’t be found on the Republican side.

“That candidate is going to be found in the Democratic primary,” Scott says. n

DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES A.J. BALUKOFF BACKGROUND: Member of the Boise School Board since 1997, businessman and certified public accountant.

FOCUSED ON: Balukoff wants to fix education in Idaho, and he thinks he has the credentials to do it. For Balukoff, that means investing in preschool so fewer students begin their schooling behind their peers, and encouraging students to fill jobs in science, technology, engineering and math. Balukoff also wants to fill the Medicaid gap in Idaho, believing everyone deserves health care. He’s also pledged to fight any effort to sell public lands to “special interests and out-of-state billionaires.”

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CRITICIZED FOR: In 2014, Balukoff lost in the gubernatorial election to Butch Otter and only earned 39 percent of the vote, calling into question his ability to beat the Republican candidate this time around. His opponents have noted he’s originally from California, not Idaho, suggesting he’s out of touch with the needs or rural Idahoans.

PAULETTE JORDAN BACKGROUND: Former twoterm member of the Idaho House of Representatives.

FOCUSED ON: Like her top opponent, Jordan is focused on education. “That would be at the very top, because it has been at the bottom for far too long,” she told the Inlander earlier this year. She wants to make health care access easier for people, and she wants to improve the economy by investing in transportation in every Idaho city.

CRITICIZED FOR: Balukoff has questioned Jordan’s qualifications for the job, arguing that Jordan, 38, may not have the experience to be governor. (Jordan has pointed out she has more legislative experience than Balukoff.) Jordan attended Gonzaga Prep in Spokane, and her older son plans to do the same, prompting frequent questions about her interest in improving Idaho schools.

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RUNNING ISSUE WHY WE RUN

BY DANIEL WALTERS

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nd so it comes to pass that in the city of Spokane, every year without fail, over 40,000 runners gather at a starting line and run more than 7 miles on a perfectly nice Sunday morning.

It seems insane. Not just Bloomsday itself, but the act of running.

We formed civilization — domesticated horses and built railroads! — to avoid running.

We invented agriculture to eliminate the need to run after food and created the TV remote to avoid running over to the TV to change the channel.

So why do we run? In a sense, there are 40,000 different reasons.

We run because it’s the best form of meditation. Because the rhythm of our breath and the beat of our hearts and pounding of our feet on the trail is the most inspiring soundtrack.

Because all our best ideas come when we’re halfway

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through a 5K at 7 am.

We run because we’re fugitives — if only for a half an hour — on the lam from our prison of whining kids and demanding bosses and Facebook and Twitter and Instagram and CNN and Trump and Comey and whatever Kanye just said.

We run because the worst way to experience Spokane is from behind a steering wheel at a stoplight — and the best way is on the miles of unbroken riverside trails.

We run to get another hit of those sweet, sweet endorphins. Because it’s the closest thing we have to alchemy — magic that transmogrifies flabby calves into steel. Because when you run, the whole world is your gym, where the membership’s always free and the machines are never out of order.

We run because it’s the closest we’ll ever get to living in the prose of a Nike ad. We run because our Dad’s the coach and he’s making us do track.

We run because of community. Because of peer pressure. Because all the other guys in the book club are doing it.

We run because of the camaraderie. Because of that moment when you pass another sweatdrenched wretch shuffling on the trail, and you meet their eyes and nod, sending a silent message: You’re companions in misery. You feel each other’s pain.

Because even though we may run at vastly different speeds and finish hours apart, when we run, we’re all in this race together. n

Runners gather outside the Lantern Tap House in the Perry District for a Tuesday evening run.

Do It with Friends

Running clubs offer a variety of ways to socialize while getting in shape BY ERIC SCHUCHT

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t was 10 years ago that Andy LeFriec and a group of his friends formed their own running club. Named the Spokane Distance Project, the club was dedicated to pushing members to their finest. LeFriec and others wanted to be able to run at a nationally competitive level.

The runs were challenging. While any of them could have trained by themselves, LeFriec said the support from each other helped push them through the hardships of their runs. The bond of camaraderie was as strong as ever.

“It’s a lot easier to suffer in a group than it is alone,” LeFriec says. “Misery loves company.”

If you’re looking for a way to meet people while getting in shape, then joining a local running club might just be your thing.

Running clubs offer the chance to surround yourself with a community who’ll support you while running.

Here’s a list of some clubs in the Inland Northwest:

FLEET FEET SPORTS: Not just a series of local and running and fit-

ness equipment shops, the business also offers a variety of racing and running groups to join. There’s a wide range of activities to participate in — from its No Boundaries 12-week programs that trains people from all skill levels for their first 5K to a newer trail running group.

FLIGHTLESS BIRDS: Runs start at Barrel House Pub & Pizza in Cheney every Tuesday from April to November. Runs go for 3-4 miles and start 6 pm, with later meeting times in the hot summer.

Everyone is encouraged to run at their own pace, but stick around for post-run food and drinks. Those who participate in a single run will be allowed to enter in the group’s end-of-the-year halfmarathon.

FLYING IRISH RUNNING CLUB: What was once a small club for

races and weekly trail runs along with an annual 12K. The group serves as an umbrella organization for many running clubs in town.

Check out their website (brrc.net) for a list of marathons, events, schedules and local groups to join.

local runners has grown into the largest social running club in the country. Runs average 300 participants and offer a great way to meet new people. Earn the right to wear a club shirt by completing six runs and telling an Irish joke on stage. Meet the Flying Irish at 6 pm at O’Doherty’s Irish Grille every Thursday, March through November.

DOWNDRAFT RUNNING CLUB: Spokane isn’t the only scene for pub

LANTERN TAP HOUSE RUN CLUB: Looking for another run that ends

BLOOMSDAY ROAD RUNNERS CLUB: This club organizes multiple

runs. Meet at 6 pm on Thursdays at Downdraft Brewing in Post Falls for either a 3K or 5K run. Membership is free but participants must register at info@downdraftbrewing.com or at the tap room before the event. All those who participate can enjoy $3 pints after the run.

at a pub? Then join the Lantern Tap House Running Club on most Tuesdays at 6 pm. Runners may choose from one of two runs: a 3 or 5-mile run. Average attendance is about 100 runners who are more than welcome to stay for a pint after a jaunt. Extra runs are posted on the restaurant’s website regularly.

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LIBERTY LAKE RUNNING CLUB: Meet at the Twist Cafe on Thursdays at 6 pm for a 3-mile run. Weekly runs occur March through October.

Some months feature a few extra themed runs, such as crazy sock runs, a strolling storytime for kids and a Halloween run.

MANITO RUNNING CLUB: This affiliate of the Bloomsday Road Run-

ners Club has been meeting for more than a decade at the 18th and Grand parking lot at Manito Park. Come join the group of 20 runners on Saturdays at 8 am for a 5 to 6-mile run, followed by coffee and socializing at Rockwood Bakery.

MONTEREY CAFE RUNNING CLUB: Formerly known as C:/NextIT/ Run, this group meets at the Monterey Café every Tuesday at 6 pm between March and Thanksgiving for a 3 to 5-mile run. Collect the coveted group T-shirts after your fifth, 37th, 67th, 101st and 139th runs. Afterwards join the group for pizza and “recovery beverages.”

PALOUSE ROAD RUNNERS CLUB: Come join the Palouse Road Run-

ners for a variety of runs in the Moscow area, including a weekly social run every Thursday at 6 pm at Friendship Square or participate in one of their four annual races. There’s a huge mix of events and activities for people in the club to choose from.

SOHI RUNNING CLUB: This casual South Hill (SoHi) running club meets at Miguel’s Mexican Restaurant every Monday at 6 pm, rain or shine, even on holidays. Runs average a dozen members in attendance. Chips with salsa along with drinks afterwards are always sure to follow the group’s 4 to 5-mile run.

SPOKANE DISTANCE PROJECT: This club offers a solid support group for men who are serious runners. Dues are $50 twice a year and include membership in the USA Track & Field organization.

SPOKANE SWIFTS RUNNING TEAM: This club, celebrating its 10th anniversary, is for women who love running and want to improve their fitness in the company of other women. Serious runners of all ages are welcome. The current group consists of people anywhere from 20-70 years of age. The Spokane Swifts’ goal is to encourage and empower women through running.

SPOKANE VALLEY RUNNING CLUB: Runs start at 6 pm on Mondays at the Spokane Roadhouse and go for 3-8 miles. The group is aimed at all skill levels and encourages new people to join. As they say, why run alone when you can run with friends? n

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CHECK THE RESULTS

Watch the Inlander on May 10 for overall Bloomsday 2018 winners and results. Bloomsday and the Inlander will not be publishing a separate post-race results booklet, but all runners’ times are available online. To check your own time, log into bloomsdayrun.org anytime after the race on May 6.

You can still register for $40 at the Bloomsday check-in on Friday (11:30 am-8 pm) and Saturday (9 am-6:30 pm) at the Spokane Convention Center.

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What you need to know: from Snapchat filters to changes for race spectators BY SAMANTHA WOHLFEIL

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very year, Bloomsday is filled with traditions that’ve been built up for more than 40 years of race history, from the coveted finisher shirts to the booths, parties and music around the 12K race across Spokane that the crowds have come to know and love.

But there are always a few new things, from new twists on continuing traditions to features that haven’t been around before and tools or course changes meant to help things go smoothly. For 2018, here’s what’s new:

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This year you can add location-specific race filters to your Snaps while walking or running the race. From the start and finish lines to Doomsday Hill and the “one mile to go” mark, you’ll be able to change your Snaps with geofilters and keep an eye on the day’s events at Bloomsday’s official account.

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For a few years now, finishers have had the option of buying souvenir finisher medals (either generic or engraved with their name and race time) featuring popular scenes from the course. Each medal features a new scene, and for 2018, it’s a rendering of Bill Robinson’s vulture: You’ll recognize him as the big bird who’s perched at the top of Doomsday Hill every year since 1987.

“It’s our coolest looking medal,” says Don Kardong, Bloomsday founder and race director.

No one will be able to access the finish line on Monroe Street Bridge other than race finishers and officials this year. In the past, people who were watching the race could cross the bridge from the north or the south, but for security reasons this year, organizers are asking that spectators gather near the course’s final turn at Broadway onto Monroe to watch the end of the race.

NEWSLETTER AND BIRTHDAY GREETINGS

Since January, for people who’ve participated before or signed up to receive updates, Bloomsday has been sending out newsletters twice a month and wishing people a happy birthday with reminders to sign up ahead of the race, the first Sunday in May. The efforts have led to an earlier surge of sign ups this year, Bloomsday staff reports.

2018 CHARITY PARTNER: SPOKANE GUILDS’ SCHOOL AND NEUROMUSCULAR CENTER

While Bloomsday supports various charities each year, there’s always an official charity that runners get the option to donate to when they sign up, and this year that charity is Spokane Guilds’ School and Neuromuscular Center. The 57-year-old nonprofit helps kids, from birth to 3 years old, who have developmental disabilities and delays. The nonprofit provides high-quality early intervention teaching techniques, helps families struggling to pay for costs of care for their children and provides a variety of therapies, classes and other services for kids and families. n

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Register for a local race this season; then, go hit the pavement BY CHEY SCOTT GIRLS ON THE RUN OF SPOKANE COUNTY 5K

More than 300 local girls have worked hard all spring to walk, run, skip and jump over the finish line. Proceeds from the race benefit the local Girls on the Run program and funds scholarships for girls who cannot afford full registration. Starts/ends in Grant Park. Sat, May 19 at 9 am. $15. Register at gotrspokane.org/5K.

WINDERMERE MARATHON

The annual race serves as a Boston Marathon qualifier and takes place along a flat course offering scenic views of the Spokane River. Includes half and full-marathon distances.

Sun, May 20; start times from 5-7 am. $90-$110. Register at windermeremarathon.com.

COEUR D’ALENE MARATHON

The annual race includes a marathon, half-marathon and a 5K run along the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene, starting and finishing in McEuen Park. Sun, May 27; start times from 5:30-7:30 am. $20-$162. Register at cdamarathon. com.

PRIEST LAKE FESTIVAL SPRING RUN

Distances include a half-marathon, 10K, 5K and a 1K kids’ dash, and includes awards for all age groups and divisions in first through third place. Sun, May 27; start times from 8:30-10:45 am. $30-$75. Register at priestlakerace.com.

THE BIG RUN 2018

The second annual nationwide event hosted by Fleet Feet Sports offers timed and untimed options for a 5K run, which begins and ends at the Nest in Kendall Yards. Wed, June 6 at 6 pm. Free. Register at fleetfeetspokane.com.

DAD’S DAY DASH

The sixth annual 5K run or 1.4 mile walk starts and ends in Manito Park and benefits Spokane Neighborhood Action Plan’s (SNAP) mission to provide resources aiding lowincome residents, including business loans and housing.

Sun, June 17 at 9 am. $18-$25. Register at snapwa.org/ dddK5.

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SUMMER SOLSTICE 10K

The annual 10K and kids’ race benefits the Children’s Tumor Foundation and starts/ends at Fleet Feet Spokane in Kendall Yards. Fri, June 22 at 6 pm. $15-$35. Register at bit.ly/2HtIsuX.

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THE DIRTY DASH

The popular, annual 5K race takes place on a mud-filled obstacle course through the Riverside State Park ORV area and includes the “Piglet Plunge” kids’ event ($20; ages 12 and under). Sat, June 23 at 8 am. $45-$70. Register at thedirtydash.com.

JACEY’S RACE

This annual race in Sandpoint raises funds to support a local nonprofit supporting kids with cancer and their families. Distances include a 5K and 1K; kids 12 and under can register for free. Sun, July 8 at 8:30 am. $15-$30. Register at jaceys-race.com

STRIDES FOR STRONG BONES

The ninth annual 3- or 6-mile fun run and walk in Medical Lake raises awareness and funds to treat and screen for osteoporosis. Sat, July 14 at 9 am. $5-$30. Register at emdesports.com

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HUCKLEBERRY COLOR FUN RUN & WALK

Runners and walkers are showered in colorful powdered dye as they run along the scenic course at Schweitzer Mountain Resort. Sun, Aug. 5 at 11 am. Entry fee TBA. Register at schweitzer.com.

SCENIC HALF

This annual race crosses Sandpoint’s Long Bridge over Lake Pend Oreille and includes options for a halfmarathon and 10K route. Sun, Sept. 16 at 8 am. $35-$55.

Register at scenichalf.com.

HAPPY GIRLS RUN

The fifth annual run winds around Riverside State Park and includes options for a half-marathon, 10K and 5K, and includes pre- and post-race celebrations. Sat, Sept. 22 at 9 am. $30-$75. Register at happygirlsrun.com. n

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If the Shoe Fits How to buy the right pair of running shoes and why it matters

BY MITCH RYALS

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he first (and only) time I got fitted for a new pair of running shoes, I didn’t realize that I would walk out feeling equally like Cinderella and the subject in some foot-related science experiment.

Shoe experts these days, including the people at Fleet Feet, have this sizing thing down.

First, they tell me to strip from the ankles down. I walk my bare feet over to this platform that looks like it could teleport me into space. It’s actually a scanner called the Volumental, which scans my smelly dogs and sends the data to my email. The specs will help Danielle Ramsay, an assistant manager at Fleet Feet, know what

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Danielle Ramsay, an assistant manager at Fleet Feet, reviews Kim Gray’s foot scan. size and shape shoes to give me to try on. She pulls up the 3D image on her iPad and shows me just how unique my feet are.

The left one is narrower than the right, Ramsay tells

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me. But not so narrow that I need to wear special shoes.

Phew. That could have been embarrassing. My arches are on the “lower side,” so no need to look for a super spacious shoe. Finally, Ramsay studies my walk as I strut

across the store. I’m trying to walk correctly, but the entire time I’m thinking: “What the hell is the correct way to walk?”

Apparently, I have some “over pronation,” which means my feet roll inward when I walk.

“All that means is we want to get you in what’s called a stability shoe,” Ramsay says. I blame my weak ankles, but she reassures me that many runners need stability shoes, which have more support at the arches of your feet.

Next, Ramsay hands me a (much needed) fresh pair of socks and we get to trying on some shoes. This is the part where I feel like Cinderella. Ramsay takes each pair out of the box, explaining their particular shape and material. She loosens the laces and opens the tongue just wide enough for me to slip my feet inside.

I stand, and she checks how much room is between my big toe and the top of the shoe. A half-to-full-thumb’s length is ideal.

Your feet will expand when you run, she tells me.

I find a pair I like (and that are on sale), but what if I didn’t have Ramsay fairy-godmothering me through this ordeal?

Her first piece of advice for someone looking to buy running shoes on their own is to measure the length and width of your foot. Most shoe stores have Brannock Devices to help. If one foot is bigger or wider, go with the bigger size. Next, she says, the shoes shouldn’t be too tight, but they shouldn’t slip in the heel either.

She adds that “you shouldn’t feel like you have to break your shoes in. You should walk out feeling like you can run in them.

Maybe not like a marathon, but they should feel comfortable when you buy them.”

Finally, she recommends getting a new pair every 300-500 miles.

“The function of a shoe is to protect your body, and it does that for a certain amount of time,” Ramsay says. “Over time the midsole tends to compress, and then the body starts to take the impact.” n

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ure, you can pay each month to run on a treadmill while news headlines flash on the TV in front of your face. But with so many great running trails around Spokane and North Idaho, why wouldn’t you go outside?

The trails in the Inland Northwest feature great views, and sometimes you don’t even have to hurt your knees on the pavement. Here’s a list of some of the top running trails around.

RIVERSIDE STATE PARK LOOP

This may be the most popular running trail around, and

for good reason. It’s just under 4 miles, and it’s mostly even ground, taking you through a forest and along the river. It’s only a few miles from downtown, so it’s pretty easy for anyone to get to. It’s a wide enough trail that you’ll be able to run in peace. You might run into some dogs on leashes though.

SOUTH HILL BLUFF

This is a great run at sunset. Park your car on High Drive on the South Hill and venture down onto the South Hill Bluff with an unpaved trail featuring a view of the west that’s perfect for an evening run. With Latah Creek just

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below, look up to the sky if you get a chance and you may catch a glimpse of some birds of prey. Look out for bikers.

TRAIL OF THE COEUR D’ALENES

It’s a 72-mile paved trail across North Idaho that follows the Coeur d’Alene River, Coeur d’Alene Lake, other chain lakes, farmland and forests. There are trailheads all over the place, starting in Plummer near the south end of Coeur d’Alene Lake and moving northeast. It’s open year-round and it’s well maintained. It’s a good trail to catch some scenery.

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Run through an old-growth forest and by a waterfall on this 8-mile loop at Liberty Lake Regional Park. There’s a bit of an incline here, with an ascent of 1,339 feet, but hey, at least it evens out on the way down. There’s plenty of shade here too, so it’s a good spot to beat the heat.

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The Dishman Hills Natural Resources Conservation Area features plenty of unpaved trails for runners of all experience. Located just off Appleway Boulevard in Spokane Valley, the trails let you choose your own adventure, in a way. Runners, though, should watch out for rocks or exposed roots.

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Starting near the southwestern corner of Spokane, the Fish Lake Trail theoretically could take you all the way to Cheney, if that’s what you’re into. It’s paved and well-maintained, with only a light ascent. It’s convenient to get to, and you’ll quickly get away from the busy city. n

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BY ERIC SCHUCHT

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oving a 14-foot stuffed giraffe into a tent is a lot harder than you’d think. That thought was on the minds of three friends as they worked on Das Fischer. The indie film set in Idaho was the passion project of Moscow native and outdoor photographer/ director Ben Herndon, and starred his friends Chris Staudinger and Andy Abrams.

“Kind of the whole point was there wasn’t really a point,” Herndon says. “All we wanted out of it was to make something fun with friends.”

This Wes Anderson-inspired comedy won in the fishing category at the online-only Film Festival Flix Mountain & Adventure Film Festival last spring. The story follows Staudinger as Otto Rubschlager — a German who goes on a fly-fishing trip to Idaho. While there, he runs into and is outclassed by the legendary outdoorsman

Hildebrand Richwine — played by Abrams.

“Basically we just started writing this ridiculous narrative thing,” Herndon says, “and that’s kind of how it took off from there.”

The film took a year to make and is full of vintage props. From lederhosen to fishing rods — yes, even the taxidermied giraffe — everything was borrowed from friends and neighbors. The $3,000 Herndon did spend on the project went mostly towards film equipment, food and gas.

The giraffe in the film was one of several antiques that decorated the inside of Richwine’s tent. It comes from a consignment store in Moscow called the Storm Cellar where the entire tent scene was shot. So large that only the head could fit inside, the giraffe makes only a brief appearance in the film,

but had a lasting impression on those who had to maneuver it.

“That was the hardest part of the whole movie,” Abrams said. “It was just about as much as two people could carry.”

The only items on screen that were purchased for the project were Abrams’ red flannel shirt and the small dog tent that Staudinger’s character in the film sleeps in. Filming of the fishing and camping scenes took place in southeastern Washington and northeastern Oregon, not far from Idaho. Work ended up going so late that Staudinger actually did end up sleeping in the dog tent overnight.

“It was surprisingly comfortable,” Staudinger says.

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Andy Abrams plays a German tourist visiting Idaho is Das Fischer.

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Filming for Das Fischer took place all over the Northwest. The house at the film’s start was in Moscow while the scene at the M. Crow grocery store at the film’s end was in Lostine, Oregon.

The Scooter scenes were taken on a rural highway just south of Clarkston, Washington.

The plot of Das Fischer begins with the German, Rubschlager, flipping through a magazine. The issue features the legendary fly fisherman Hildebrand Richwine. Inspired, Rubschlager heads to Idaho to fly fish himself. While there, he encounters Richwine and is outclassed by him at every turn. The film ends with the outdoorsman leaving behind a note for the German encouraging him to take pride in doing his best.

Herndon wrote the main character as a German stereotype he thought would be funny. He also thought Germans wouldn’t get offended. Bart Budwig — Herndon’s friend and the sound engineer for the film — proved Herndon right when he showed Das Fischer to a group of four older fly fisherman while on a trip to Germany. “The only parts they laughed at were the [German] stereotype parts,” Herndon says. “So I thought that was kind of an approval for that.”

Herndon went for a slowly paced, nine-minute film with zero dialogue as he found it easier to produce. He enjoys that style of film, but admits that it isn’t for everyone. He’s had both positive and negative reactions to Das Fischer — which he views as a good thing. “I think that means you’re doing something right, if some people aren’t into it,” Herndon says. “It’s not for everyone, but if it’s your sense of humor, right on!”

Das Fischer is currently being shown at various international screenings as a part of the Mountainfilm World Tour, including a stop in Winthrop on Aug. 24-25. n You can view Das Fischer on Vimeo or Amazon Prime — just search for the movie’s title.

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TO MARKET Farmers market season in the Inland Northwest is about to kick off; here are opening dates for some area favorites: Perry Street Thursday Market Opens May 3; Thursdays from 3-7 pm, at 924 S. Perry St. Kootenai County Farmers Market Opens May 12; Wednesdays from 4-7 pm (downtown Coeur d’Alene); Saturdays from 9 am-1:30 pm (U.S. Highway 95 and Prairie Avenue, Hayden) Spokane Farmers Market Opens May 12; Saturdays from 8 am-1 pm, at 20 W. Fifth Ave. Kendall Yards Night Market Opens May 16; Wednesdays from 5-9 pm, along West Summit Parkway. (CHEY SCOTT)

Fortunate Lessons

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BY ALLA DROKINA

or me, reading The Series of Unfortunate Events as a child was like being able to sit at the adults’ table — if the adults at said table were discussing shocking tales and grim realities. All of a sudden, the childhood veil was lifted. The world no longer looked a rosy hue.

Nostalgia flooded back as the second season of Netflix’s The Series of Unfortunate Events appeared.

Thanks to the flu, I finished it all in one weekend. By the end, I was delighted, and that’s not just the DayQuil talking.

The television series juxtaposes comedy and tragedy in an absurd and captivating way without somehow being too campy. Neil Patrick Harris stars as Count Olaf.

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ON THIS WEEK’S PLAYLIST Some noteworthy new music arrives online and in stores May 4. To wit:  BELLY, Dove. The ’90s alt-rock darlings put Tanya Donelly back in the spotlight, where she belongs.  DAMIEN JURADO, The Horizon Just Laughed. The Seattle songwriter is simply one of the best.  D.O.A., Fight Back. The old-school Vancouver, B.C. punks have a fresh album and stop at the Pin! on June 16.  LEON BRIDGES, Good Thing. Bridges proved one smooth operator on his breakthrough debut. Can he do it again?  SHAKEY GRAVES, Can’t Wake Up. The rambunctious Texan puts out a batch of new tunes before his tour that includes Knitting Factory shows, Aug. 26-27.  PARKER MILLSAP, Other Arrangements. The freakishly talented alt-country cat delivers an electrifying new record. (DAN NAILEN)

Nearly every episode, he transforms into a new disguise.

He is as funny as he is sinister.

The Netflix series doesn’t stray much from the original literature, probably because Daniel Handler, who writes under the pen name Lemony Snicket, helped guide production. Watching the second season, streaming now, I found myself fondly recalling all the lessons I had once learned from the books as a child.

The first time I immersed myself into Lemony Snicket’s literary world I felt emotions other children’s books hadn’t elicited before. For one, I felt a deep rage at the injustice faced by the Baudelaire orphans. The books presented a world where the “system” was equally ludicrous and deeply flawed. As a child, seeing a story world where the institutions weren’t pristine or void of blunders helped prepare me for our own real world. The orphans, three precocious and resourceful children, were left to their intellect and wits to fend for themselves.

In Lemony Snicket’s realm, I was schooled about irony and dark humor. I was taught literary devices, such as foreshadowing and narrative, even before I knew what to call them. Vocabulary definitions and lessons were so artfully tucked amidst the adventure and mystery that it was okay for me to be receiving a grammar lesson from a book that wasn’t a school assignment.

Most importantly, the books taught me that life is not a formula. The Baudelaire children are good and noble, but life doesn’t go their way. Every time they reach a respite, it’s stripped away from them. The brutality of unhappy endings clashed against my sense of justice, yet brought up poignant questions for me at that age that still echo throughout my adulthood: Will I still make the right choice if the end result doesn’t always go my way? Will I still be a good person if it doesn’t always pay off? n

BIG WEEKEND You might not have heard of Michelle Wolf before her “controversial” roasting of everyone in the room at the recent White House Correspondents Dinner: Trump’s administration, the Democrats, even the media outlets hosting.

Wolf honed her topical chops writing for Late Night with Seth Meyers and the Daily Show with Trevor Noah, and while Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ fans probably don’t have any interest in hearing more, the rest of you should delve into her recent HBO special, Michelle Wolf: Nice Lady, in which she tackles feminism, sexist texting and modern romance. Consider it a warm-up for her new Netflix series, The Break with Michelle Wolf, launching May 27. (DAN NAILEN)

BACK IN… WHITE That collective groan you heard last weekend? That was the sound of a Spokane population exasperated with another Rachel Dolezal news cycle as the new Netflix documentary, the Rachel Divide, was released.

Much of it rehashes what you already knew about Dolezal. What’s new, and at times heartbreaking, however, is when the documentary explores Dolezal’s quest for national attention at the cost of her community and family, most notably her son, Franklin. The documentary asks a critical question: Setting aside the fraudulence of her rise to prominence, does Dolezal realize, or care, how her actions impact those closest to home? (WILSON CRISCIONE)

HALL OF FAMERS In a Tuesday morning ceremony, Inlander founder and publisher Ted S. McGregor, Jr. (above) was inducted into the Spokane Citizen Hall of Fame — honored in the category of Innovation and Leadership — for, among other things, his work on the Inlander and as the Riverfront Park Committee chairman on the Spokane Park Board. Among the other 2018 inductees were Ken Spiering (Arts and Letters); Tom Simpson (Economic Development and Business); Father Bernard Coughlin (Education); Lois Stratton (Public Service and Philanthropy); and Drs. Deb Harper and Katherine R. Tuttle (Science, Health and Medicine). (JACOB H. FRIES)

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Afternoon Delight Hit the sidewalks to see the sights and hear the sounds of May’s First Friday event

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pokane’s monthly arts showcase features events, including gallery receptions, live music and a chance to meet local artists, across the downtown core and beyond. Receptions for this month’s event happen on Friday, May 4, from 5-8 pm, unless otherwise noted below, where events are listed alphabetically by venue.

These listings were compiled from information provided by First Friday’s organizer, Downtown Spokane Partnership, as well as host venues and artists. Red stars denote Inlander staff picks; for additional information visit firstfridayspokane.org. (CHEY SCOTT) ART SEED SPOKANE, 1115 W. First “Pow!!! An Art Exhibition” features works by local artists in various media. Reception 5-10 pm.

AUNTIE’S BOOKSTORE, 402 W. Main “3 Minute Mic;” readers can read up to three minutes’ worth of poetry. Starts at 8 pm.

AVENUE WEST, 907 W. Boone Ave. “The Trees of Ancestors” features acrylic collage and watercolors by Nancy Rothwell.

BARILI CELLARS, 608 W. Second Featuring pastels by Vicky Cavin and mixed-media pieces by Linda Malcom. Reception 4-9 pm.

J BARRISTER WINERY, 1213 W. Railroad Ave. Spokane artist Melissa Cole showcases a collection of colorful, textural paintings, alongside music by “Lonesome” Lyle Morse.

BISTANGO, 108 N. Post Featuring music by Kosh, with happy hour specials from 3-6 pm.

BRIDGE PRESS CELLARS, 39 W. Pacific Ave. Photography by Mary Jo Rawlsky and music by Maxie Ray Mills, from 6-9 pm.

BRUNCHEONETTE, 1011 W. Broadway Ave. Watercolors by Megan Perkins from her “Artist’s Eye on Spokane” series. On display through May 31.

J CHASE GALLERY, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.

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themed photography by Seattlebased artists Melinda Hurst Frye, Tara McDermott and Meggan Joy. J COMMUNITY PINT, 120 E. Sprague Photography by Kristen Black, with live music by Deb from 6-8 pm.

CORE PILATES AND WELLNESS, 1230 W. Summit Pkwy.

Paintings celebrating nature by Linnea Tobias.

CRAFTSMAN CELLARS, 1194 W. Summit Pkwy.

Paintings by Pamela Van Kirk; winery open from 2-9 pm.

J DODSON’S JEWELERS, 516 W. Riverside Ave. “Kindred Spirits” features art by LuAnn Ostergaard and her son Joseph Rastovich, both inspired by metal and open spaces.

HILLS’ RESTAURANT & LOUNGE, 401 W. Main Music by the Back Porch Trio: Michael Robinson, Alan Fischer and Rick Singer, from 6:30-9:30 pm.

IRON GOAT BREWING CO., 1302 W. Second Railroad-themed photography by Frederick Simon.

J KOLVA-SULLIVAN GALLERY, 115 S. Adams St. “An Unusual Show Title” features drawings, paintings and mixed media by artists Garric Simonsen and Ruth Mortensen. Reception 5-9 pm; on display through May 26.

J LIBERTY CIDERWORKS, 164 S. Washington St.

Fall Fortune from the collection of Melissa Cole on display at Barrister Winery.

A continuation of a showcase of pop culture-themed art by L.A.-based artist Byron Black.

Reception 4-9 pm.

MARMOT ART SPACE, 1202 W. Summit Pkwy.

“Italian Hilltowns, Etc.” by Gordon Wilson, alongside art by Melissa Cole, Alfredo Arreguin, Ruben Trejo, Rick Davis, Jim Dhillon, Michael Dinning and Ken Roth.

MARYHILL WINERY SPOKANE, 1303 W. Summit Pkwy.

Art by Kathy Baldwin and live music by Gil Rivas from 4:30-7:30 pm.

NECTAR TASTING ROOM, 120 N. Stevens St. Art by Hara Allison, also featuring work by her daughters, Savana and Sonya, with music by Christy Lee. Reception 6-10 pm.

NEW MOON ART GALLERY, 1326 E. Sprague The gallery showcases art by Sister Betty Bradley, alongside new works by Kay West. Reception from noon-5 pm.

POTTERY PLACE PLUS, 203 N. Washington May’s show “Images and Ash” features guest artists Cindy Sustman and Shirley Johnson.

RESURRECTION RECORDS, 1927 W. Northwest Blvd.

“Mother: A Psycho-Themed Show;” a portion of proceeds benefit the cancer funds of Susan Webber and Kelly Fay Vaughn.

Reception 6-9 pm.

RIVER CITY BREWING CO., 121 S. Cedar St. The brewery’s monthly garage party includes beer, local food

trucks and live music by Ragtag Romantics from 4-10 pm.

ROBERT KARL CELLARS, 115 W. Pacific Ave. Featuring mixed-media art by German-born artist Irene Dahl.

J SARANAC ART PROJECTS, 25 W. Main The gallery features “Underpinnings,” a print and stop-motion animation collection by Margot Casstevens, and “Embrace the Struggle,” a sound installation, by Dan McCann.

SENATOR GUITARS, 618 N. Monroe Featuring art by members of the Vet’s Garage, including wood turned vases and bowls, drawings, metalwork and acrylic paintings.

SPARK CENTRAL, 1214 W. Summit Pkwy.

“Virtual Reality First Fridays” offers an opportunity to experiment with games and creative tools in a virtual 3D space. From 5-6:45 pm.

SPOKANE ART SCHOOL, 811 W. Garland “A Reluctant Compromise” features new art by Joseph Tomlinson.

J SPOKANE PUBLIC LIBRARY, 906 W. Main “Spokane Women Together: Portraits and Stories” by Rick Singer and Hilary Hart is a photography collection exploring Spokane’s diverse population of women.

STA PLAZA, 701 W. Riverside Ave. An outdoor concert by Spokane musician Nick Grow, from 5-6 pm.

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Street tacos are $1.50 or $2.50 on Tuesdays at La Michoacana.

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hough its origin has been widely disputed — and its moniker even trademarked by a national fast food chain — one thing’s for sure: Taco Tuesday is one of the tastiest nights of the week and one of the best dine-out bargains around. We sent five Inlander writers to check out some local Taco Tuesday specials recommended to us and this is what we found: a highly regarded, authentic Mexican spot in the Valley, a collegiate favorite downtown bar, a brewery and more.

LA MICHOACANA MINI MARKET

9907 E. Sprague, Spokane Valley The special: $1.50 or $2.50 street tacos What we got: one each of the adobada (marinated pork), carnitas (pork), carne asada (beef), pollo asado (chicken) and pescado (fish) Don’t let the “Mini Market” part of the name fool you; when you walk in La Michoacana, you’re entering a massive space that houses a bakery, a butcher, a bar, a market full of Mexican cooking and household products and, best of all, a sprawling restaurant that knows how to do Taco Tuesday right.

The deal is a sweet one — you can buy tacos in two sizes, either $1.50 or $2.50 each, delivered on tortillas made in-house — and includes no less than 12 different

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types of tacos to choose from, made from pork, beef, fish, chicken or goat. The buche (pork stomach) or tripa (cow intestine) might not be your thing, but I can vouch for the carnitas (pork), carne asada (beef), chicken and fish tacos. I ordered five of the $1.50 tacos and there’s no way I could finish that $7.50 plate of goodness — these are no meek little two-bite tacos, but legit, double-tortilla’d street snacks with plenty of meat, topped by onions and cilantro and delivered with some nice salsa verde and a side of white beans. Throw in the chips, salsa and bean dip presented before the meal and one of La Michoacana’s $1.50 draft beer specials and you might find yourself a Tuesday regular in no time. (DAN NAILEN)

ZONA BLANCA

154 S. Madison The special: $2 featured tacos; minimum order of three What we got: three octopus and Spanish chorizo; three rockfish, a bowl of guacamole It takes a different kind of taco to really impress me.

No, I’m not picky, or even a well-versed food critic, but I go with my gut (literally), and I know a good taco when I taste one. Zona Blanca’s “tako tacos” combine chorizo and octopus (tako in Japanese) with cooked cabbage, salsa

verde and cilantro to create an explosion of taste and texture wrapped up in 4-inch corn tortillas. They’re juicy, meaty and have just enough spice to remind you that this is, in fact, Taco Tuesday at a ceviche bar.

Yet, these tacos are somewhat of an aberration. Each Taco Tuesday, Zona Blanca comes up with a new recipe.

You can expect beef barbacoa tacos, kimchi tacos and smoked jackfruit tacos in the future. If you’re looking for something more reliable, and maybe less adventurous, try the rockfish tacos. It’s simple, straightforward and delicious. Top it all off with a fat bowl of tortilla chips and zesty lime guacamole ($15). Wash your meal down with a beer in the restaurant’s casual dining setting — shared with the Steel Barrel Taproom — while people-watching from from the big open windows. (QUINN WELSCH)

BORRACHO TACOS & TEQUILERIA

211 N. Division The special: $1 house tacos (al pastor, pollo, chorizo, beef, veggie) What we got: one each of the pollo, beef and veggie Stepping inside this hip and happening downtown spot on a warm spring afternoon made me feel like I’d been transported to Austin, Texas — a place I’ve visited ...continued on page 38

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FOOD | MEXICAN “TACO PARTY,” CONTINUED... several times, and that’s dotted with trendy, Mexican-influenced bars featuring huge patios. Though the crowd at Borracho leans heavily toward college coeds, don’t let that keep you from hitting up its insane Taco Tuesday. Based on the lack of available patio tables at the peak time of 5:30, plenty of locals know this is the place to be for “TT.” Despite the venue’s popularity, a fellow Inlander staffer and I get a table right away. We immediately decide we’re taking advantage of the Taco Tuesday drink specials: $5 house margaritas (add a flavor for $1) and $3 Mexican bottled beers. Choosing what to order is a breeze and a bargain: all five of Borracho’s house tacos, served on double-layer, 2-inch flour tortillas, are on special for $1 each. I go with the chicken, beef and the veggie, the latter of which is a hearty mix of zucchini, yellow squash, red bell peppers and onions sauteed in the house-made sofrito sauce. I’m obviously not a vegetarian, but those who are won’t be disappointed by this rare option (at least based on our observations of the mostly meatfocused special) for Taco Tuesday enjoyment. Three tacos per person, depending on your appetite, seems to be a perfect amount of food. I add a side of small guacamole for $2, which is more than enough to add a little extra flavor to each taco. As an added bonus, if you get there between 3-6 pm, the bar also serves $2 Modelos and $3 chips and queso. At the end of the meal, we walk away with full bellies and tabs under $10. (CHEY SCOTT)

PERRY STREET BREWING

1025 S. Perry St. The special: Two tacos for $5 (fillings vary, some options include grilled chicken, beef barbacoa, pork banh mi, chipotle chicken, chili lime pinto bean and smoky adobo lentil) What we got: two each of the grilled chicken and beef barbacoa Just as I’m walking up to Perry Street Brewing on a recent Tuesday after work, packs of joggers in bright clothing come whoosh-

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MORE TASTY TACO SPOTS FOR ANY DAY OF THE WEEK:

TACOS EL SOL Find this sunshine yellow food truck open regularly on the edge of a parking lot at 401 W. Sprague.

COCHINITO TAQUERIA This new Latin and Mexican eatery in downtown Spokane from chef Travis Dickinson focuses on a higher-end preparation of traditional street food dishes.

TACO WORKS CDA This Coeur d’Alene food truck, with two mobile units, recognizes Taco Tuesday with $1 street tacos, along with “Burrito Thursday” offering two burritos for $8.

FREEDOM BURRITO This Mexican quick-serve spot in Post Falls offers $1 street tacos all day on Tuesdays and serves a full menu of southern goodies from burritos to tortas and ceviche.

DE LEON’S TACO & BAR Owned by the family behind local favorite De Leon Foods Mexican grocery, this North Spokane spot serves fresh, south-of-theborder flavors in all forms — tacos included.

A second location near Gonzaga is set to open later this year.

ing past. They’re with the Lantern Taphouse Run Club (located just across the street), a friend tells me. I briefly consider my own failure to exert any strenuous physical effort that day, and a wave of shame and regret washes over. Then I see the taco options.

Each Taco Tuesday at PSB is a little different. Today’s three options are grilled chicken, beef barbacoa and adobo lentil. Tacos come in pairs for $5, but you can’t mix and match, so I get two each of the chicken and barbacoa. Each come double wrapped and brimming with meat and veggies. The spicy honeydew salsa and green cabbage crema balances well with the chicken, and the salty barbacoa with pineapples and pickled onion is a perfect combo of sweet, salty and tangy. I wash each pair down with an ice cold pint.

If you get there early enough, Perry Street’s happy hour includes $1.50 off pints between 2-5 pm. (MITCH RYALS)

POOLE’S PUBLIC HOUSE

5620 S. Regal St. The special: $1.25 beef tacos, $2.75 chicken or steak tacos What we got: Two beef, one chicken and one steak taco Residents of Spokane’s South Hill neighborhoods love Poole’s, judging by how busy it is every weeknight, and Taco Tuesday is no different. At Poole’s, the tacos stay true to the neighborly feel of the place. These aren’t street tacos; they’re more like what you might make at home. The meat rests on top of melted cheese in a chewy shell, topped with lettuce and tomato. There’s nothing fancy going on here. Nobody’s trying to do too much. But three tasty tacos will be sure to fill you up.

The chicken and steak tacos are good, but I’m not sure if it’s worth the extra $1.50 in price. Guacamole is going to cost you extra. But the Taco Tuesday deals don’t end with food at Poole’s: Mexican beers are just $3, margaritas are $6 and beef nachos are just $5.50. (WILSON CRISCIONE) n food@inlander.com

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Taking Root The new Radicci Italian Bistro in Hayden serves up familyfriendly, Italian-style cuisine

BY CARRIE SCOZZARO

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espite a Venetian gondola painting at the entrance and Italian music playing throughout, the new owners of Radicci Italian Bistro are low-key about their restaurant’s Italian origin.

“I’m only a little bit Italian,” explains Danny Morey, who opened the restaurant in the former Daanen’s Delicatessen location with wife Jennifer earlier this year.

Radicci loosely translates to “little roots,” adds Morey, who likes to focus on root vegetables in his cooking, such as the parsnips in the Radicci salad with arugula and piquant roasted tomatoes ($6.50/half, $9.50/whole) or the root vegetables in the Tuscan bean soup ($4/cup, $5.50/bowl).

The Moreys relocated to North Idaho from Southern California, where Danny attended Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School, worked in a restaurant once featured on Food Network’s Restaurant: Impossible, then signed on with national food distributor US Foods. The couple wanted to be closer to Danny’s mother, who keeps tabs on Morey’s rendition of his great-grandmother’s spaghetti sauce and meatballs, which Radicci serves three ways: as a side

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Radicci serves its pasta dishes in three sizes; as a side, single entree or family-style. ($10), a single portion ($14) and family style ($23).

Excluding Grandma’s Spaghetti, all pasta dishes and entrees can be modified for gluten-free diners. Try the veggie-centric spaghetti squash pasta with sausage and mozzarella ($10/$14/$23), the popular roasted chicken in cream sauce with bacon and fennel ($15/$24) or herbcrusted salmon with parmesan risotto ($22).

Radicci bases its pizza on a unique sourdough crust, baking it in a Marra Forni-brand Neapolitan brick pizza oven for the perfect char. Try a 10 or 16-inch pie with prosciutto and arugula, topped with artichokes and basil, or “arctic” style with cream sauce, roasted chicken, bacon, tomatoes and basil ($12/$17).

The restaurant’s sourdough is featured in the zep-

pole: fried dough coated in powdered sugar that this writer remembers fondly from New York City’s annual Feast of San Gennaro. Radicci’s version is chewier, drizzled with chocolate sauce and served with a smear of decadent mascarpone ($6.50).

A kids’ menu, modest beer and wine list and varied seating — an open, airy dining room, bar and a separate dining area for large parties — make Radicci Bistro a family-friendly place worth trying. n food@inlander.com Radicci Italian Bistro • 8049 N. Wayne Dr., Hayden • Open Tue-Thu, 11 am-9 pm; Fri-Sat, 11 am-10 pm; Sun, 11 am-9 pm • radiccibistro.com • 208-635-5821

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MOTHER OF THE YEAR Tully, the latest from the director and writer of Juno and Young Adult, is a radical comedy about contemporary womanhood

BY MARYANN JOHANSON

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have no children. I am not a mother. I am perfectly happy with this decision. So when I tell you that Tully moved me profoundly — to laughter and to tears — it has nothing to do with any firsthand experience in that arena, or with any regrets for not having had that experience. I tell you this because Tully isn’t about motherhood in the 21st century. It’s about womanhood in the 21st century.

Of course Tully does concern motherhood. I don’t mean to diminish the incredibly important bravery of this movie in that aspect in any way. We only rarely see movies that deal with the difficult, complicated realities of motherhood — with the physical, emotional and psychological impact that it has on women’s bodies and minds — and we have never seen a movie about motherhood like this one. When someone tells the hugely, uncomfortably pregnant Marlo (Charlize Theron) that she’s glowing, it lands with all the sincerity of a sappy greeting card. This is a movie that rolls its eyes and barks out snark in the face of all the clichés about motherhood.

Many films in which characters are pregnant look exactly like what has been done to achieve this effect: an extremely thin actress has been fitted with a fake baby belly. For Tully, Theron gained 50 pounds. She looks pregnant, and then she looks like a woman who has just given birth and is too exhausted, mentally and physically, to do a damn thing about “getting into shape.” Even more realistically, Theron embodies, in a beautifully worn-out

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way, Marlo’s utter personal devastation.

There’s an extraordinary sequence, just after the birth, a montage of night after night of sleep deprivation and of her entire existence, just about, given over to the insistent and never-ending demands of the screaming infant. The baby’s bawlTULLY ing cuts right through Rated R you. We don’t think Directed by Jason Reitman of a movie like Tully, a Starring Charlize Theron, Mackenzie small domestic dramDavis, Mark Duplass, Ron Livingston edy, as being one in which sound design is essential. But that newborn’s crying is as aurally violent as anything you’ll hear in a disaster flick or an action movie.

It’s after a while of this that Marlo reluctantly accepts the offer of her wealthy brother (Mark Duplass) as a baby present: He’ll pay for a “night nanny,” who will come in and babysit overnight, so Marlo can sleep, with only brief wakeups for nursing. (Tully is also brutally realistic about breastfeeding. It can be a nasty, messy, painful endeavor for new mothers.) Enter Tully (Mackenzie Davis). She’s young, eager, vastly knowledgeable about many things and vastly empathetic to Marlo’s predicament.

And this is where Tully becomes all about the condition of women today, and an even more extraordinary cinematic depiction of womanhood… or at least of the big slice of womanhood that is overachieving, fiercely

independent — which is true of Marlo even though she is married, to Drew (Ron Livingston) — and proud of her own smarts and abilities. Screenwriter Diablo Cody’s brilliantly wise and funny script recognizes how difficult it can be for women like Marlo to accept help, to even admit that they need help. It’s tough for women like Marlo to even be kind to themselves. To ourselves.

We know we’re supposed to be able to cope, to have it all and do it all, and it becomes a failure of modern womanhood to admit that we can’t. Not a failure of the world to admit that our ideas about womanhood are screwed up. A personal failure: We have failed to be the superwomen we’ve convinced ourselves we are supposed to be.

Tully director Jason Reitman is deeply, intimately sympathetic to Marlo in a way that I have never seen on-screen before when it comes to a female protagonist.

But the film is also deeply critical and fully enraged at all the unseen burdens that women place upon themselves, even as it suggests that we are merely getting a jump on those burdens getting loaded on us by the world. Instead of getting angry at how we are never good enough and perfect enough in the eyes of others, we place impossibly high standards and expectations on ourselves.

Tully takes the term “self-care” and tosses it away as another one of those impossible expectations and tells us it’s okay to accept help. Which is a very radical thing to say to women. n

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OPENING FILMS BAD SAMARITAN

A couple of petty criminals discover their latest mark (David Tennant) is a kidnapping psychopath, and he’ll stop at nothing to keep his true identity a secret. From the director of last year’s ultra-stupid Geostorm. (NW) Rated R

OVERBOARD

The 1987 Kurt Russell-Goldie Hawn comedy gets a gender-flipped remake, as a rich jerk (Eugenio Derbez) suffers amnesia and is made to believe he’s

married to the poor single mother (Anna Faris) he once mistreated. (NW) Rated PG-13

TULLY

Charlize Theron stars in this deeply, intimately sympathetic dramedy about womanhood in the 21st century, playing a new mother who develops an unexpected bond with the young woman she’s hired as a nanny. Directed by Jason Reitman and written by Diablo Cody, both of Juno fame. (MJ) Rated R

NOW PLAYING AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR

This epic franchise crossover event assembles just about every character from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to stop supervillain Thanos from decimating half the world’s population.

There are plenty of solid geek-out moments, but most of the film’s boldest moves will no doubt be undone in the next installment. (JB) Rated PG-13

BLACK PANTHER

Marvel’s latest is set in the nation of Wakanda, where its new king T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) must face warring factions who want to usurp the throne. As directed by Ryan Coogler (Creed), it’s more serious-minded than

typical superhero fare, full of nobility and purpose without sacrificing fun and charm. (ES) Rated PG-13

BLOCKERS

A trio of helicopter parents discover their teenage daughters have made a pact to lose their virginity on prom night, and they’re determined to thwart it. Don’t let the premise fool you: This is a sweet, if oddly structured, comedy, buoyed by a delightful and diverse cast. (MJ) Rated R

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I CAN ONLY IMAGINE

A faith-based drama about Bart Millard, the frontman of Christian rock group MercyMe, who escaped his abusive childhood through music. The title is lifted from the band’s signature song.

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Amy Schumer plays an insecure woman who suffers a head injury in an exercise class, only to wake up with the poise and confidence of a supermodel. She mostly carries this low-key comedy, even as the script follows the most obvious narrative routes. (NW) Rated PG-13

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THE LEISURE SEEKER

Helen Mirren nabbed a Golden Globe nomination for this wistful comedy, playing a woman who takes her Alzheimer’s-afflicted husband (Donald Sutherland) on an RV trip to Ernest Hemingway’s Key West. At the Magic Lantern. (NW) Rated R

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who must stop a trio of geneticallyaltered super-creatures from leveling all the world’s cityscapes. Barring a few fun action moments near the end, it’s not nearly deranged enough to be memorable. (NW) Rated PG-13

READY PLAYER ONE

Steven Spielberg’s adaptation of the bestselling novel is shiny escapism and nothing more, a Saturday morning cartoon on a blockbuster budget.

In the future, a teen orphan searches for a hidden fortune in a virtual reality world with a corrupt tech CEO on his tail. (NW) Rated PG-13

SHERLOCK GNOMES

I’m sure they thought of the title first, then worked backward. An animated follow-up to 2011’s Gnomeo & Juliet, in which some sentient garden gnomes hire a detective to track down missing lawn ornaments. (NW) Rated PG

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cult comedy reunites those mischievous Vermont state troopers, this time going tête-à-tête with mounties on the U.S.-Canada border. All the tired jokes from the original are recycled, but with the added stink of middle-aged desperation. (NW) Rated R

TRUTH OR DARE

A round of the classic schoolyard game turns sour when the college kids playing realize that anyone who doesn’t follow the rules meets a grisly end. Idiotic and amateurish. (NW) Rated PG-13

YOU WERE NEVER REALLY HERE

Joaquin Phoenix is a shell-shocked veteran-turned-killer assigned to track down a senator’s young daughter, who’s been sold into prostitution. An unusually shallow tone poem from the great director Lynne Ramsay, which maintains her sense of fluid visual poetry while merely paying lip service to its themes of vengeance and trauma.

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A QUIET PLACE

In this brilliant post-apocalyptic thriller, a mother and father (real-life couple Emily Blunt and John Krasinski, who also directed) must protect their children from monsters that are attracted only to sound. A smart reinvention of a genre we thought had been exhausted, and a truly audacious major studio horror film. (MJ) Rated PG-13

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them to be pallbearers, and they accompany him on the circuitous journey to his family cemetery plot in New Hampshire. Director Richard Linklater’s typical low-key approach is the right one, blending genuine heartbreak with heartwarming camaraderie. (NW) Rated R

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Avengers Keep on Assembling

Avengers, collecting six powerful gems known as the Infinity Stones that will allow him to have ultimate power over the universe.

Thanos is a stronger villain than many of the MCU’s notoriously forgettable antagonists, although it doesn’t help that trickster god Loki (Tom Hiddleston), the best MCU villain, is only around for one scene. Thanos possesses a degree of pathos thanks to Brolin’s soulful line readings, and there’s a sort of haunted, regretful quality to his plan to wipe out half of all life in the universe, but he’s still not as fun to watch as Loki, Killmonger or Vulture.

Thanos may actually have the most substantial character arc in the movie, thanks to his complex relationship with his adopted daughter Gamora (Zoe Saldana). Infinity War is as much a Guardians of the Galaxy movie as it is an Avengers movie, and Gamora and her fellow spacefaring heroes get a lot of screen time, although screenwriters Christopher Markus and Stephen

BY JOSH BELL McFeely aren’t as adept at writing the Guardians’ quippy dialogue as writer-director James Gunn is s devoted readers of superhero comic in the main Guardians movies. books know, no one ever stays dead in Markus and McFeely do throw in some the Marvel universe (or the DC uniwelcome bits of humor in the banter among the verse, for that matter). That’s a helpful, but also various heroes, especially between MCU elder somewhat disheartening, lesson to keep in mind statesman Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), and while watching Avengers: Infinboth his young protégé Peter ity War, the massive crossover Parker (Tom Holland) and AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR his reluctant ally Dr. Strange event featuring superheroes from (almost) all of the mov- Rated PG-13 (Benedict Cumberbatch).

Directed by Anthony and Joe Russo ies in the Marvel Cinematic The actors mostly know Starring Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Universe. how to make their somewhat Marketed as the culmina- Mark Ruffalo, Chris Evans limited screen time count, tion of a decade’s worth of even if some big names big-screen superhero adventures, Infinity War (including Chris Evans’ Captain America) get is essentially all climax, jumping right into the lost in the shuffle. Marvel has created such high action and never letting up for two and a half expectations for the integration of all its charachours. With so many characters crammed into ters that some fans may be disappointed that not the story, there’s pretty much no time for quieter, every obscure (or even major) character gets to more reflective moments, or for building on the make an appearance. It would be awesome to see relationships that have been cultivated in the characters from the entire MCU, including the previous MCU movies. neglected TV division, onscreen at once, but that There is plenty of time for huge superhero would be a photo op and not a narrative. battles, though, and for the geek-out moments Marvel’s movies are always exciting, meticuthat fans will go crazy for, seeing all their favorite lously constructed thrill rides, but the best of characters interacting, many for the first time. them have emotional resonance that goes beyond The heroes must come together to oppose computer graphics creations pummeling each intergalactic villain Thanos (played via motion other. Infinity War features pummeling on a herecapture by Josh Brolin), who’s been popping up tofore unprecedented scale, but there’s not much briefly in Marvel movies since 2012’s original left to care about once the dust has settled. n

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Apocalyptica gives hard rock the classical treatment, reworking Metallica classics for a symphony crowd.

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CLASSIC(AL) ROCK Finnish cello group Apocalyptica tackles the Metallica canon in a whole new way

BY DAN NAILEN

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t’s hard to overstate just how massive Metallica was in 1993, both in America and around the world.

After methodically building an audience for its brand of thrash-metal — full of time changes and bonecrushing riffs — over the course of their first decade, Metallica’s self-titled 1991 album (aka The Black Album) was a global sensation, selling more than 16 million copies in the United States alone and millions more overseas. The album kept Metallica on tour across the globe for years.

In Finland, where Eicca Toppinen was studying classical cello at Helsinki’s Sibelius Academy, Metallica was massive, going multi-platinum and inspiring the young musician to team up with some fellow cellists to try taking on some of Metallica’s tunes with a classical approach. Toppinen’s group was just in it for a little fun at first, blowing off steam outside the classroom. But their cello-fueled covers soon gathered the group a following, as well as a name that would do Metallica proud: Apocalyptica.

“I just love the music,” Toppinen says of Metallica’s

songs, in an interview from the road as Apocalyptica tours the U.S., including a stop in Spokane on Monday.

“I get a lot of energy from the music itself.”

Toppinen wrote out the first Metallica arrangements for his cello quartet himself, a couple of songs from the same album “because I had money to only buy one sheet music book.” But he and his friends didn’t just do Metallica; within a couple months they were also creating arrangements of songs by Brazilian metal band Sepultura as well. It was, Toppinen recalls, “all about playing music we like with instruments we can play.”

A record label eventually approached Apocalyptica about recording an album of rock-fueled cello and suggested they merely focus on Metallica.

The rest, as they say, is history.

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n 1996, Apocalyptica, released its debut album Plays Metallica by Four Cellos, a collection of eight dramatically reimagined Metallica classics like “Enter Sandman,” “Master of Puppets” and “Creeping Death.”

The album sold a couple million copies and launched a successful career for Toppinen and his bandmates Paavo Lötjönen, Perttu Kivilaakso and Antero Manninen in both reworking rock ’n’ roll tunes and writing original songs that deliver the same type of energy. They’ve released eight albums in all, plus an expanded, remastered version of the debut that they’re celebrating with their Metallica-focused current tour.

Figuring out how to reimagine and then perform the songs was not easy at first, Toppinen says, but the band’s improved skill through the years allowed them to add a few new Metallica covers on the reissued Four Cellos album. “‘Battery’ was one of those songs, when we did the first album, we couldn’t even dream about playing because it felt so difficult,” Toppinen says of the batteringram opening tune of Metallica’s 1986 album Master of Puppets. “With the cello technique that we had, the classical technique, it just felt impossible to play. So [recording ...continued on next page

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it for the reissue], that was kind of our revenge on the old times. We’re like, ‘Now we can do whatever we like! Let’s record ‘Battery!’”

Toppinen’s path to playing cello professionally wasn’t exactly in the stars from the beginning. His parents were music lovers and could play a little bit, and his dad had a big collection of vinyl: “My father loved piano music and classical music. And of course they had some Beatles stuff.”

But for the young Toppinen, classical music didn’t have much appeal until his older sisters started playing violin and piano.

Not wanting to be left out, Toppinen started cello because “I just wanted to play something!” Despite starting on his instrument “pretty late, I was 9 years old,” Toppinen’s affinity for the cello took him to Sibelius Academy, where he was taught the classical techniques that would eventually allow him to explore the instrument in ways his classical peers never imagined. Namely, to rock out to some Metallica.

“It’s great music, and the songs are great, really great compositions,” Toppinen says. “Of course, as cello players, we can use other skills that we don’t use in the classical playing. Many things are very challenging to play by cello. It’s a similar instrument to guitar, even the range is kind of the same, but the techniques and where the strings are and stuff, it’s a lot harder to play

cello. Very challenging.”

Apocalyptica’s ability to rise to that challenge has made them global sensations themselves, and led them to perform alongside Metallica on more than one occasion. Early on in 1996, “maybe Apocalyptica show number five,” they opened two shows for Metallica in Helsinki.

“The songs are great, really great compositions. ... Of course, as cello players, we can use other skills that we don’t use in the classical playing.”

“It was kind of ridiculous,” Toppinen says now, but it was the start of a friendship that has lasted for years, and includes Toppinen playing at Lars Ulrich’s wedding, and Apocalyptica performing at Metallica’s 30th anniversary concert alongside Ozzy Osbourne, Megadeth’s Dave Mustaine, Judas Priest’s Rob Halford and other metal royalty.

“The first time we met them, they liked what we played and we became friends with them and we’ve stayed in touch,” Toppinen says. n Apocalyptica • Mon, May 7 at 7:30 pm • $38$60 • Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox • 1001 W. Sprague • foxtheaterspokane.org • 624-1200

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ince I was old enough to buy my own records, I have actively, passionately disliked the Eagles.

My anti-Eagles stance started in seventh grade when I watched a PBS rock ’n’ roll documentary that claimed the band represented the kind of mellow, fake-twang sound that rose to popularity after the raucous psychedelic fuzz (the best parts!) of the late 1960s died down. So I associated the Eagles with the beginning of boring. Historically, the band was a calming, chilled white wine that helped folks “Take It Easy” following the violence of Altamont and the Manson Family murders. But to me, the Eagles sounded as forgettably laid-back as “Ramblin’ Man” or a James Taylor ballad.

As a 13-year-old fan of Nirvana and Bikini Kill, I found nothing remotely edgy or punk about the Eagles. They were a tame, safe L.A. group — “one of the most influential and commercially successful American rock bands of all time,” according to their current tour one-sheet.

Seemed to me that the Eagles became (and remained) popular because they never expressed bold political opinions that might alienate fans.

Instead, the Eagles made vague, noncommittal statements — “this could be heaven or this could be hell … some dance to remember, some dance to forget” — disguised as profound lyrics.

The Eagles do a lot that makes me cringe. If I hear the first five notes of “Hotel California,” I rush to move my radio dial before the Jimmy Buffett-y percussion kicks in.

But in my early 30s, something eerie happened in my car one autumn night.

I was driving alone on Sprague, scanning classic rock stations, when the country-flavored intro to “Already Gone” filled my car. Feeling a surge of positive momentum, I rolled down my window and drummed the steering wheel. I felt free. I did not realize (until an internet search the

Why don’t you come to your senses? No one’s too cool for the Eagles. next day) that the very “victory song” I was woohoo-hooing along to was sung by the f---ing Eagles!

I told no one. “Already Gone” became my secret pleasure.

A year later, when founding Eagles member Glenn Frey passed away, a guy I liked posted a tender online tribute to Frey, associating Eagles songs with happy childhood memories. I figured the guy had decent musical tastes. Maybe he was onto something. What if the Eagles weren’t so bad?

Relationships — from light crushes to hot dates to cohabitation — can teach you cool life hacks and expose you to new films, bands and ideas. Being attracted to a person makes you curious about their interests; their enthusiasm opens your eyes. It’s empowering to realize that preferences aren’t static. Tastes evolve. Saying “I changed my mind” or “I was wrong” is a sign of growth, not flakiness. Of course, relationships can cause heartache, too. There’s always a chance that “somebody’s gonna hurt someone.”

But if you do get hurt, the artists who pull you through that miserable post-breakup phase often earn a permanent soft spot in your heart.

Such was the case when I visited my mom for 10 days to recover from a romantic split.

Mom fired up Netflix and put on a three-hour(!) documentary called History of the Eagles. Too weak to complain, I sipped smoothies and let the rock doc’s familiar upward-rise-and-downwardburnout story arc soothe me. My mom liked the Eagles, and I liked spending time with my mom.

In my sad state, the Eagles’ lyrics didn’t seem so meaningless to me. Even the dang banjo solos provided comfort. By the end of the visit I felt indebted to the Eagles for easing my breakup pain. How embarrassing.

Though “Eagles fan” isn’t a name I’d call myself, I am a fan of certain Eagles songs, the ones that find me right when I’m ready to allow them in. Most relationships — even to bands — aren’t all love or all grudge, but rather a complex mix of appreciation and criticism. With adulthood comes the freedom to say yes to this but no to that.

Though I won’t pay to see the Eagles in concert, I will rejoice if “One of These Nights” comes on at the bowling alley and makes my hips respond.

Our bodies gravitate toward certain songs and people, not others.

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THE BUZZ, Dylan Hathaway CHARLIE’S ACRES, My Own Worst Enemy CHINOOK STEAK, PASTA & SPIRITS (CDA CASINO), Donnie Emerson and Nancy Sophia CORBY’S BAR, Karaoke CRAVE, DJ Stoney Hawk CRUISERS, Karaoke with Gary CURLEY’S, Dangerous Type DOWNDRAFT BREWING, Echo Elysium DRY FLY, Dave McRae, Chad O. Moore FARMHOUSE KITCHEN & SILO BAR, Tom D’Orazi and Friends

J FORZA COFFEE (VALLEY), Adam Foote HILLS’ RESTAURANT, Back Porch Trio HOLLYWOOD REVOLVER, No Rules J HOTEL RL AT THE PARK, Fort Vine J J HUMBLE BURGER, Briana Marela (see above), Son Locust IRON GOAT BREWING, Chris Molitor THE JACKSON ST., Rusted Hands, Burning Clean JOHN’S ALLEY, Sol Seed J J KNITTING FACTORY, Blistered Earth, Dogtown 420, Children of the Sun LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Nick Grow

The Moondoggies • Sat, May 5 at 8 pm • $10$12 • All ages • The Bartlett • 228 W. Sprague • thebartlettspokane.com • 747-2174

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riana Marela’s most recent LP, Call It Love, opens with a seductive slow burner about the ecstasy of new romance, floating on the echoes of a whisper before exploding in synth-drenched rapture. It’s bookended by another gradual builder, one about rising from the ashes of a tarnished relationship. It’s basically a breakup album in reverse.

Marela’s songs always seem to have mysteries at their core, and you wait with bated breath to see if she’ll ever reveal them. Splitting her time between Seattle and Olympia, Marela melds the organic with the synthetic, digital with analog, working alongside regular Sigur Rós producer Alex Somers on her last two records.

Like the ouvre of that beloved Icelandic group, Marela’s music shimmers with intensity, sadness and beauty.

— NATHAN WEINBENDER Briana Marela with Son Locust • Fri, May 4 at 9 pm • $5 • All ages • Humble Burger • 102 N. Main St., Moscow • humbleburger.com • With Newman and Eliza Catastrophe • Sat, May 5 at 9:30 pm • $5 • 21+ • Baby Bar • 827 W. First • 847-1234

MARYHILL WINERY, Gil Rivas MAX AT MIRABEAU, Kosta la Vista MICKDUFF’S BEER HALL, Devon Wade MOOSE LOUNGE, Loose Gazoonz MULLIGAN’S, Scott Tecca NASHVILLE NORTH, Ladies Night NIGHTHAWK LOUNGE (CDA CASINO), Gigawatt NORTHERN QUEST, DJ Patrick O’SHAYS, Arvid Lundin & Deep Roots THE OBSERVATORY, 1967, Voltalux, RagBone, Drone Epidemic ONE TREE HARD CIDER, Marco Polo Collective EP Release PALOUSE BAR & GRILL, Greg Mahugh

PEND D’OREILLE WINERY, Brian Jacobs PEND OREILLE PLAYHOUSE, Open Mic J THE PIN!, Hip-Hop Pajama Party RED ROOM LOUNGE, Moves Collective RIDLER PIANO BAR, Dueling Pianos J RIVER CITY BREWING, Ragtag Romantics ROADHOUSE, Appetite for Deception SEASONS OF CDA, Son of Brad SLATE CREEK BREWING, Keanu and Joey SOULFUL SOUPS & SPIRITS, Haley Young & Jay Condiotti THIRSTY DOG, DJs WesOne & Big Mike

UP NORTH DISTILLERY, Robby French ZOLA, Raggs and Bush Doktor

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219 LOUNGE, Zach Cooper Band J BABY BAR, Briana Marela (see facing page), Newman, Eliza Catastrophe BARLOWS, Just Plain Darin J J THE BARTLETT, The Moondoggies (see facing page) BAXTERS, Monarch Mountain Band J BEVERLY’S, Robert Vaughn J THE BIG DIPPER, The Native Howl, Thunderhound, Klaw BLACK DIAMOND, DJ Kevin BOLO’S, Haze BOOMERS, Slightly Committed BRAVO CLUB, Razakel, Jenocia X, Majik Duce and more J CASA DE ORO (ST. MARIES), PJ Destiny CHARLIE’S ACRES, My Own Worst Enemy CHINOOK STEAK, PASTA AND SPIRITS (CDA CASINO), Donnie Emerson and Nancy Sophia COLVILLE, Appetite for Deception COMMUNITY PINT, Working Spliffs CRAVE, DJ Stoney Hawk

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CRUISERS, Icarus, Rusted Hand CURLEY’S, Dangerous Type J DI LUNA’S, Browne Salmon Truck THE HIVE, Futurebirds, Whiskerman HOLLYWOOD REVOLVER BAR, Raised in a Barn Band J HOTEL RL AT THE PARK, William Nover HOUSE OF CARDS, Devon Wade Band HOUSE OF SOUL, Nu Jack City THE JACKSON ST., Karaoke JOHN’S ALLEY, State of Krisis, Diz Dean, Coaster, L3fty and more J KNITTING FACTORY, YFN Lucci, Q Money, YFN Kay and more LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Kori Ailene MARYHILL WINERY, Kevin Gardner and Scott Randall MAX AT MIRABEAU, Kosta la Vista MOEZY INN, Quarter Monkey MOOSE LOUNGE, Loose Gazoonz MULLIGAN’S, Justin James NASHVILLE NORTH, Ladies Night NIGHTHAWK LOUNGE (CDA CASINO), Gigawatt NORTHERN QUEST, DJ Patrick J NYNE, Son Dulce THE OBSERVATORY, American Heretics, Steeltoe Metronome, Foxtrot Epidemic, Kaylee Goins J PACIFIC AVENUE PIZZA, The Dead Channels, Marina Obscura PALOUSE BAR & GRILL, Greg Mahugh J THE PIN!, Illest Uminati (6pm), DJ Americo and DJ Eazy (10pm) RED ROOM LOUNGE, Orlando Sanchez RIDLER PIANO BAR, Dueling Pianos ROADHOUSE, Gil Rivas w/Down South THE ROCK BAR, Random Generation

SONRISA TAQUERIA, El Primo SPIKE’S, J.W. Scattergun ZOLA, Raggs and Bush Doktor

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ARBOR CREST, One Street Over J J THE BARTLETT, Sallie Ford, Mike Coykendall J BIG BARN BREWING CO., Jessica Haffner DALEY’S CHEAP SHOTS, Jam Night FLAME & CORK, Robby French GARLAND PUB & GRILL, Karaoke J HOTEL RL AT THE PARK, Kyle Richard IRON HORSE (VALLEY), Kevin Gardner and Scott Randall LINGER LONGER LOUNGE, Open Jam J MARYHILL WINERY, Just Plain Darin O’DOHERTY’S, Live Irish Music POST FALLS BREWING, Son of Brad WESTWOOD BREWING CO., Pamela Benton ZOLA, Lazy Love THE BULL HEAD, Rusty Jackson J CALYPSOS COFFEE, Open Mic EICHARDT’S, Monday Night Jam RED ROOM LOUNGE, Open Mic ZOLA, Perfect Mess

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MUSIC | VENUES 219 LOUNGE • 219 N. First, Sandpoint • 208-2639934 315 MARTINIS & TAPAS • 315 E. Wallace, CdA • 208-667-9660 ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS • 4705 N. Fruit Hill Rd. • 927-9463 BABY BAR • 827 W. First Ave. • 847-1234 BARLOWS • 1428 N. Liberty Lake Rd. • 924-1446 THE BARTLETT • 228 W. Sprague Ave. • 747-2174 BEEROCRACY • 911 W. Garland Ave. THE BIG DIPPER • 171 S. Washington • 863-8098 BIGFOOT PUB • 9115 N. Division St. • 467-9638 BING CROSBY THEATER • 901 W. Sprague Ave. • 227-7638 BLACK DIAMOND • 9614 E. Sprague • 891-8357 BOLO’S • 116 S. Best Rd. • 891-8995 BOOMERS • 18219 E. Appleway Ave. • 755-7486 BOOTS BAKERY & LOUNGE • 24 W. Main Ave. • 703-7223 BRAVO CONCERT HOUSE • 25 E. Lincoln Rd. • 703-7474 BUCER’S COFFEEHOUSE PUB • 201 S. Main, Moscow • 208-882-5216 BUZZ COFFEEHOUSE • 501 S. Thor • 340-3099 CALYPSOS COFFEE & CREAMERY • 116 E. Lakeside Ave., CdA • 208-665-0591 CHATEAU RIVE • 621 W. Mallon Ave. • 795-2030 CHECKERBOARD BAR • 1716 E. Sprague Ave. • 535-4007 COEUR D’ALENE CASINO • 37914 S. Nukwalqw Rd., Worley, Idaho • 800-523-2464 COEUR D’ALENE CELLARS • 3890 N. Schreiber Way, CdA • 208-664-2336 CRAFTED TAP HOUSE • 523 Sherman Ave., CdA • 208-292-4813 CRAVE• 401 W. Riverside • 321-7480 CRUISERS • 6105 W Seltice Way, Post Falls • 208773-4706 CURLEY’S • 26433 W. Hwy. 53 • 208-773-5816 DALEY’S CHEAP SHOTS • 6412 E. Trent • 535-9309 EICHARDT’S PUB • 212 Cedar St., Sandpoint • 208-263-4005 THE FEDORA • 1726 W. Kathleen, CdA • 208-7658888 FIZZIE MULLIGANS • 331 W. Hastings • 466-5354 FOX THEATER • 1001 W. Sprague • 624-1200 THE HIVE • 207 N. First, Sandpoint • 208-457-2392 HOGFISH • 1920 E. Sherman, CdA • 208-667-1896 HOLLYWOOD REVOLVER BAR • 4720 Ferrel, CdA • 208-274-0486 HOTEL RL BY RED LION AT THE PARK • 303 W. North River Dr. • 326-8000 HOUSE OF SOUL • 120 N. Wall • 217-1961 IRON HORSE BAR • 407 E. Sherman Ave., CdA • 208-667-7314 IRON HORSE BAR & GRILL • 11105 E. Sprague Ave., CdA • 509-926-8411 JACKSON ST. BAR & GRILL • 2436 N. Astor St. • 315-8497 JOHN’S ALLEY • 114 E. Sixth St., Moscow • 208883-7662 KNITTING FACTORY • 911 W. Sprague Ave. • 244-3279 LAGUNA CAFÉ • 2013 E. 29th Ave. • 448-0887 THE LANTERN TAP HOUSE • 1004 S. Perry St. • 315-9531 LEFTBANK WINE BAR • 108 N. Washington • 315-8623 LUCKY’S IRISH PUB • 408 W. Sprague • 747-2605 MAX AT MIRABEAU • 1100 N. Sullivan • 924-9000 MICKDUFF’S • 312 N. First Ave., Sandpoint • 208)255-4351 MONARCH MOUNTAIN COFFEE • 208 N 4th Ave, Sandpoint • 208-265-9382 MOOSE LOUNGE • 401 E. Sherman • 208-664-7901 MOOTSY’S • 406 W. Sprague • 838-1570 MULLIGAN’S • 506 Appleway Ave., CdA • 208- 7653200 ext. 310 NASHVILLE NORTH • 6361 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls • 208-457-9128 NECTAR CATERING & EVENTS • 120 N. Stevens St. • 869-1572 NORTHERN QUEST RESORT • 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights • 242-7000 NYNE • 232 W. Sprague Ave. • 474-1621 THE OBSERVATORY • 15 S. Howard • 598-8933 O’SHAY’S • 313 E. CdA Lake Dr. • 208-667-4666 PEND D’OREILLE WINERY • 301 Cedar St., Sandpoint • 208-265-8545 THE PIN! • 412 W. Sprague • 368-4077 RED LION RIVER INN • 700 N. Division • 326-5577 RED ROOM LOUNGE • 521 W. Sprague • 838-7613 REPUBLIC BREWING • 26 Clark Ave. • 775-2700 THE RIDLER PIANO BAR • 718 W. Riverside • 822-7938 RIVELLE’S • 2360 N Old Mill Loop, CdA • 208-9300381 THE ROADHOUSE • 20 N. Raymond • 413-1894 SEASONS OF COEUR D’ALENE • 209 E. Lakeside Ave. • 208-664-8008 THE SHOP • 924 S. Perry St. • 534-1647 SOULFUL SOUPS & SPIRITS • 117 N. Howard St. • 459-1190 SPOKANE ARENA • 720 W. Mallon • 279-7000 THE THIRSTY DOG • 3027 E. Liberty Ave. • 487-3000 TIMBER GASTRO PUB •1610 E Schneidmiller, Post Falls • 208-262-9593 ZOLA • 22 W. Main Ave. • 624-2416

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MUSIC POPS PEP

There are jazz singers. There are trombone players. And then there’s Aubrey Logan (above). The Seattle native brings her jazz renditions of modern-day pop songs to the next installment of the Spokane Symphony’s Pops series this weekend.

The singer recently wrapped up an international tour across the U.K. and Middle East with Scott Bradlee’s acclaimed Postmodern Jukebox. The group takes modern-day pop songs and performs them in the style of vintage jazz. Logan is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music and took home multiple awards from the Shure-Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland in 2009. She released her debut album, Impossible, last year.

— ERIC SCHUCHT Spokane Symphony Pops 6: Aubrey Logan • Sat, May 5 at 8 pm • $35-$86 • Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox • 1001 W. Sprague • spokanesymphony.org • 624-1200

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FILM REEL CHALLENGE

ARTS UPTOWN UPCYCLE

50 Hour Slam Film Festival • Fri, May 4 at 7:30 pm • $10 • Bing Crosby Theater • 901 W. Sprague • 50hourslam.com • 227-7638

Art Salvage Spokane Grand Opening • Sat, May 5 from 10 am-4 pm • Free • Art Salvage Spokane • 1925 N. Ash • artsalvagespokane.com • 598-8983

Making movies isn’t easy, but the 50 Hour Slam adds even more challenges to your standard guerrilla film shoot. It’s not enough that the participating teams and have just two days — well, technically, two days and two hours — to write, produce and edit a short film. They also have to follow certain criteria, cleverly incorporating specific props, locations, lines of dialogue and actions into the finished product. This year, the Slam teams had to involve the new skating ribbon in Riverfront Park and the nearby runners sculpture, and they had to mine a piece of local art for visual and dramatic inspiration. Filming happened back in March, and now you can see the results of all that hard work. A panel of judges selected the top 15 of 41 submitted shorts and they’ll screen at the Bing on Friday.

— NATHAN WEINBENDER

The new storefront for Art Salvage, Spokane’s first creative reuse nonprofit, is celebrating its grand opening this weekend. Founded in 2015, Art Salvage’s mission is to recycle, reuse and resell all manner of craft and art supplies — paint, fabric, beads, glitter, buttons and anything else you can create with. During its first few years, Art Salvage sold donated art supplies at community events, farmers markets, pop-up shops and at hosted workshops. Now, the nonprofit has a home of its own just north of downtown, where it’ll operate a permanent storefront and classroom space. This weekend, come celebrate, shop, learn how to volunteer and bring a T-shirt to get it screen printed for free. The store’s regular hours are Wed-Sat from 10 am-3 pm.

— CHEY SCOTT

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Given his long and occasionally controversial career as host of the Tonight Show following the legendary Johnny Carson, it’s easy to forget that Jay Leno was once considered one of the best standup comedians in the country, someone on par with Robin Williams, George Carlin and his former friend/ later rival David Letterman. Leno never really stopped doing stand-up, even when he was hosting the most popular late-night show in the world for a couple decades, and since leaving NBC he’s continued doing upwards of 200 shows a year between his headlining spots, USO tours and charity work. Even though he’s only in the Inland Northwest for one day, he’s managing to fit two shows in, so clearly the man still loves the stage, and the laughs.

— DAN NAILEN Jay Leno • Sun, May 6 at 4 pm and 7 pm • $59/$69/$89 • Northern Quest Resort & Casino • 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights • northernquest.com • 481-2100

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Registrations must be in by guaranteed deadline.

All entries received prior to then will be included in raffle drawing.

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Your generous support of the 22nd Annual Penny Drive helps ensure that no child with a disability or delay will be denied important therapies and services.

To all of the volunteers and donors whose tireless efforts helped make this year’s event a success...

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SPORTS CAGE MATCH

If you’re itching to see some live body-slamming action to soothe that post WrestleMania 34 withdrawal, consider this locally hosted event which bills itself to be “bringing some of the biggest international wrestling stars to Spokane.” The DEFY Wrestling promotion presents a headliner matchup between Ring of Honor star and former National Guard member Travis “Flip” Gordon (pictured) and “The Machine” Brian Cage, who’s been seen on IMPACT Wrestling and Lucha Underground. Former UFC star and current pro wrestling champ Matt Riddle also makes an appearance. The match is a family-friendly event and will include a full bar with ID. — CHEY SCOTT DEFY Wrestling • Sat, May 5 at 8 pm; doors at 7:30 pm • $25-$65 • All ages • The HUB Sports Center • 19619 E. Cataldo Ave., Liberty Lake • defywrestling.com

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CHEERS MINNEHAHA GOOD SAMARITAN Upon hiking in the park on 4/20 I managed to lose my drivers license like a responsible adult would. I actually went back to look for it the next day. When I didn't find it I assumed that someone was using it to buy themselves a cold one. But behold! You, the raddest, actually mailed it back to me! You are super! Way to be a homie!

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JUST A SHORT NOTE I JUST WANTED TO TELL YOU "I LOVE YOU MR.B"

I SAW YOU VERNO THE INFERNO "Vern, I'm still searching with no luck of finding you. I hope one day you read this so we can connect again. I'm no longer on that site but have tried every other looking for you. Hoping to finger that interstellar relationship you asked me about. That's what I think about most days... Selphy57@gmail.com " COSTCO NORTHSIDE GIRL WITH BLUE AND RED FLOWER JEANS You walked out of the store and I was on my tablet and you said "caught ya texting!" and I said you have a nice Friday and you got into your red van. I went and picked a flower for you but you were just taking off before I got to you.

Maybe you can respond and maybe I can give these flowers to your beautiful self in person :) COSTCO CUTIE I saw you at the Northside Costco on Saturday. You were sporting a turquoise shirt and a beaming smile. I couldn't help but be impressed by your math skills and patience. Maybe we can grab some samples sometime?

LIKE THE OLD DAYS An older child was doing beyond his best trying to keep 3 siblings settled in the waiting room while his Mom was in with the doctor. After food, drink, cartoons on, etc by big brother & the rest of the Moms, you with obvious child training experience sat with them and sang, asked questions, colored, etc and we relaxed in the sounds of happy kids and laughter! Kudos!!! Reminds me of the old times when community was family.

JEERS GIRL & YOUR RUDE HUSBAND HEY so girl in pink sweater who came into Zips in Mead and ordered breakfast during a rush on Sunday 27th of April. The employees had already apologized for your food being delayed and plus if you hadn't noticed they were in a RUSH! And then you went on to tell the girl you worked at zips for like 8 years and that you understand! So after you got your food, your rude pr-ck Husband came in and proceeded to yell at the girl about your stupid breakfast and about how they messed up your order. No reason at all for your dumb husband to yell and cuss at the people. Why don't you cook your

own bfast and STFU! You people are the worst most disrespectful POS on the planet! >:( Sincerely, A Decent Customer!

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The nerve!!) might actually be the ones who are acting a little disrespectful? To just sit there and not dance is an insult to the musicians and to scorn others for cutting loose, that is just plain sad.

Stay home next time, spoilsport.

RE: CROSSWALKS AREN'T OPTIONAL Thank you for the intelligent comment.

As you obviously know, Spokane is filled with people of low intelligence.

Despite the laws, they continue to talk on their phones while driving because they don't have the mental capacity to understand the laws or the many news reports regarding the laws.

Unfortunately these amazingly stupid people will continue to kill people via vehicular homicide and then they can spend the rest of their lives in prison with equally low intelligence people like the fool Bill Cosby.

FIREBUG SMOKERS I'm not going to tell anyone to stop smoking - that's your business. But please, PLEASE

my heart if you all started vaping.

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TIME WASTED For 2 months I drove over to see you and take you out for dinner and drinks. Not once did I ask you to pay, I was glad to spend time with you. When you told me you bought dinner for a couple of friends on a couple of different occasions, it bothered me a little, but I didn't say anything. I asked you to meet my sis and go to church with me. If you didn't feel a connection, why didn't you say something earlier. Well, I still have my pics of logs in my phone. HA! Your'e not a very nice person. R RE: RUDE BEHAVIOR/NO RESPECT, MANNERS The reason people stand/ dance at a concert is because it's a CONCERT. Maybe you should try a Broadway show, opera, or ballet instead. Dancing, whether good or with no rhythm, is a great stress reliever, burns calories, and believe it or not, the musicians feed off and APPRECIATE IT! For some of us, music moves our soul and our body just follows. If you want to sit on your butt, buy a nosebleed seat and take your binoculars or stay home on your

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DOES SPOKANE HATE GOOD SANDWICHES? Jeers to whoever isn't fulfilling my deep-seated need for a Potbelly Sandwich Shop in Spokane.

It doesn't make sense why you don't get going on that franchise paperwork, but you're killing me. Just get it done, please. If I don't get a Potbelly's Chicken Salad Sandwich soon, I just don't know. I really don't. n

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BENEFIT

BOWL FOR KIDS’ SAKE Raise $100 for Big Brothers Big Sisters and come to a party to celebrate with free bowling, pizza, soda, prizes and more. May 4-5 from 3-5 pm and 6-8 pm. Lilac Lanes, 1112 E. Magnesium Rd. lilaclanes.net DISCO FOR DAYBREAK The nonprofit provider of adolescent addiction and mental health treatment services hosts its annual fundraising gala, a ‘70s-themed dance, with all proceeds supporting its mission. May 4, 6-9 pm. $100. Northern Quest Resort, 100 N. Hayford. daybreakyouthservices.org MILITARY APPRECIATION GOLF TOURNAMENT Enjoy a day of golf and support the Spokane Lilac Festival Association and the Wing Morale Fund.

May 4, 7:30 am. $75-$100. Indian Canyon Golf Course, 4303 W. West Dr. (953-3780) C.O.P.S. NEWTECH TACO FEED Come meet Newtech Skill Center students volunteers, enjoy a taco bar, games and a silent auction. May 5, 4-7 pm.

Knox Presbyterian Church, 806 W. Knox Ave. (328-7540) SCC PLANT SALE Shop the greenhouses at the Spokane Community College Greenhouse/Nursery (building 10), where students have grown a variety of garden plants including hanging baskets, trees, and shrubs. All proceeds benefit horticulture program.

May 5, 9 am-3 pm. Free. SCC, 1810 N. Greene St. scc.spokane.edu (533-7277)

COMEDY

GUFFAW YOURSELF! Open mic comedy night hosted by Casey Strain; Thursdays at 10 pm. Free. Neato Burrito, 827 W. First Ave. (847-1234) TONY HINCHCLIFFE Tony has written for the last five Comedy Central Roasts and hosts his live podcast “KillTony.”

May 3-4 at 8 pm and May 5 at 7 and 9:30 pm. $8-$22. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. (318-9998) LATE LAUGHS An improv show featuring a mix of experiments with duos, teams, sketches and special guests.

Events on the first and last Friday of the month at 10 pm. Rated for mature audiences. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland. bluedoortheatre.com YOU NEED A HERO Each week audience suggestions inspire a new superhero who (hopefully) saves the day.

Fridays at 8 pm, through June 1. $7.

Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. bluedoortheatre.com (747-7045) AFTER DARK A mature-rated version of the Blue Door’s monthly, Friday show; on the first and last Saturday of the month, at 10 pm. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland. (747-7045) FIRE BRIGADE IMPROV! A performance by Ignite’s in-house, familyfriendly improv troupe. Shows on the first Saturday of the month, at 7 pm. $5. Ignite! Community Theatre, 10814 E. Broadway. igniteonbroadway.org SAFARI The BDT’s fast-paced, shortform improv show in a game-based format relies on audience suggestions to fuel each scene. Ages 16+. Saturdays from 8-9:30 pm. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland. bluedoortheatre.com JAY LENO Making his first comedy appearance on the Tonight Show in 1977 to perform his stand-up routine, Jay Leno’s career came full circle when he later became the host of the evening talk show from 1992 to 2009. Shows at 4 and 7 pm. May 6. $59/$69/$89.

Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Rd. northernquest.com THE SOCIAL HOUR COMEDY SHOWCASE Featuring comics from the Northwest and beyond, and hosted by Deece Casillas. Sundays, from 8-9:30 pm. Free. The Ridler Piano Bar, 718 W. Riverside Ave. socialhourpod.com TIMESUCK PODCAST LIVE WITH DAN CUMMINS Dan takes listeners on a weekly deep dive each Monday, in his own irreverent and entertaining style.

May 6, 7:30 pm. $16-$22. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com

COMMUNITY

MORAN PRAIRIE GRANGE: A WASHINGTON RURAL HERITAGE EXHIBIT Explore the historical artifacts, photos, and stories of the Moran Prairie Grange in this exhibit made possible by a grant from Washington State Library with funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. May 5-29; open Mon-Thu 10 am-8 pm, Fri-Sat 10 am-6 pm, Sun 1-5 pm. Free. Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. scld.org TITANIC: THE ARTIFACT EXHIBITION This blockbuster exhibit takes visitors on a journey back in time to experience the legend of Titanic. Through May 20; Tue-Sun 10 am-5 pm (Thu until 8 pm). $10-$18. Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org (456-3931)

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s much as pot can be used as a cure for one’s anxieties, the mood enhancer can sometimes be fickle and counterproductive. For veterans, the idea of getting “too high” is well out of sight in the rear view mirror, but many recreational users still plunge too far into the deep end when lighting up. Here are some quick solutions to help you handle your intensely inebriated introspection.

FIGHT TERPENES WITH TERPENES

Similar to how the terpenes in your herb help dictate your pot experience, the terpenes in certain foods are linked to the effects of THC on your brain. The terpene limonene, found in lemons, has shown a link to the modulation of THC’s effects on the brain. So if you’re lucky enough to have a couple of lemons lying around, make some fresh squeezed lemonade. Hell, throw in the rind with it.

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“beta-caryophyllene.” Apparently, the black pepper’s terpene has a similar profile to the cannabis terpenes that counteract paranoia and anxiety. Whiffing some freshly cracked peppercorns should result in some quick alleviation. Just be prepared to sneeze.

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Sure, it’s easy to say now, but worrying about your time in the haze is only going to make things worse. You can’t overdose on weed. Dwelling on your predicament or mentally pacing is only going to exasperate your time high further.

There are a few tasks you can do to distract yourself while also promoting mental and physical cognition. If you’re able, hop into the shower. Few things reinvigorated the nervous system quite like a shower. Go outside and get some fresh air. A little secluded stroll or simple breathing exercise can greatly help your blood flow. But if

you’re feeling a bit weak or light headed, lying down can do wonders for your heart rate and clock-watching.

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CBD may be the most sound antidote to your THC troubles. Studies have shown the incredible relationship of the two, which allows for the enhancement of THC’s painkilling abilities while simultaneously diminishing the paranoia and anxiety that can come from the psychoactive compound.

The important thing here is to always look for the THC and CBD ratio when shopping for your quick fix CBD elixir. Many CBD strains still contain a considerable THC component, which won’t really help diminish the THC already present in your body. Also consider that inhaling CBD will act faster than ingesting CBD oils as they’re absorbed straight into your bloodstream rather than traveling to your stomach and liver first. n

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FRIENDS OF THE SPOKANE VALLEY LIBRARY BOOK SALE Proceeds from book sales support various library programs, activities, and services. May 4 from 3-5 pm (preview) and May 5 from 9 am-3 pm. Free. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. scldfriends.org MOSCOW RENAISSANCE FAIR The 45th celebration of spring fills the park with arts and crafts, food vendors, regional and local music, a parade on Saturday, Maypole dance, and kid activities, including an imagination station for hands-n fun, raptors, bungee jumps and more. May 5, 10 am-9 pm and May 6, 10 am-5 pm. Free. East City Park, 900 E. 3rd St. moscowrenfair.org ART SALVAGE GRAND OPENING The local nonprofit’s new store offers affordable and unique art materials for sale to artists, students, teachers, crafters and makers of all ages. Bring a used T-shirt (cotton is best) and get your an upcycled and hand-printed shirt screen. May 5, 10 am-4 pm. Free.

Art Salvage Spokane, 1925 N. Ash St. artsalvagespokane.com DOWNTOWN WALKING GHOST TOUR Enjoy a spooky, 2-hour stroll through downtown Spokane with storyteller and Spokane historian Chet Caskey. May 5 and 19 from 7:30-9:30 pm. $15. Montvale Hotel, 1005 W. First. spokaneparks.org (363-5418) FREE COMIC BOOK DAY Customers can stop by for three free comics, cosplayers and more. May 5, 10 am-7 pm.

Free. The Comic Book Shop, 3207 N. Division St and inside Northtown Mall. thecomicbookshop.net LIBRARY CON! An event for fans of manga, anime, comics and superheroes. Come visit with various local vendors, authors, and artists. May 5-6.

Free. South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry. spokanelibrary.org PLANT STARTER EXCHANGE Add variety to your garden and bring extra plant starts to share and pick up some left by other enthusiasts. May 5, 1-4 pm. Free. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd. scld.org (893-8350) ANNUAL CUSTOMER APPRECIATION BBQ & CLASSIC CAR SHOW Admire 75+ classic cars, enjoy a community barbecue and rock out to a live DJ. Tune Tech has been hosting this appreciation event for more than 10 years.

All are welcome. At 3011 N. Monroe.

May 6, 10 am-3 pm. Free. (324-8863) BLOOMSDAY The 42nd annual 12K road race starts and ends in downtown Spokane, and is open to all runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs and strollers. May 6, 9 am. $20/$40. bloomsdayrun.org JANE AUSTEN SOCIETY TEA Join the E. Washington & N. Idaho chapter for a tour of the McConnell Mansion in Moscow (110 S. Adams) with the Latah County Historical Society, followed by tea and desserts while we discuss Jane Austen’s novel “Persuasion” and the theme sympathy. May 6, 2-4 pm. $10/$20. bit.ly/2H61jYL OUR HOMES OUR VOICES Socks for the Homeless Spokane is inviting all to come help collect and donate hygiene products for the homeless, along with letter writing to local legislators to request more affordable housing. At University Mercantile, 1514 E. Sprague.

May 6, 11 am-2 pm. Free. (869-5512) 350 SPOKANE MONTHLY MEETING May’s meeting hosts a representative

from Yes On I-1631 to answer questions about Initiative 1631, and how you can be involved in helping to get this on the ballot. May 8, 6:30-8 pm. Community Building, 35 W. Main. (232-1950) HISTORY OF YOUR HOUSE Archivists from the Northwest Room and the MAC join with Spokane’s historic preservation officer to offer a program on learning how to research your old house and apply for historic designation status. May 9, 10:30 am. Free.

South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. spokanelibrary.org (444-5331) 2018 GSI ECONOMIC UPDATE An event to share the latest news about the local and national economy, with a presentation by Steve Scranton, Senior Vice President, Chief Investment Officer and Economist for Washington Trust Bank. May 11, 7:30-9 am. $35$55. Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Rd. greaterspokane.org SOUTH HILL SUPER SAMPLE SALE Twice yearly, a group of Northwest fashion reps bring their apparel sample lines to the Moran Prairie Grange, and offer them to the public at prices that are least 50-80 percent off. May 11 from 9 am-7 pm and May 12 from 9 am-6 pm. Free admission. Moran Prairie Grange, 6006 S. Palouse Hwy. southhillsupersamplesale.com

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50 HOUR SLAM SHOWCASE The 8th annual film competition and festival features submissions by filmmakers in the Spokane and Coeur d’Alene area, including new and emerging independent artists and more established filmmakers of the region. May 4, 7:30 pm. $12. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague. 50hourslam.com (227-7404) SPOKANE PUBLIC SCHOOLS SUPER VIDEO CHALLENGE A screening of submissions from the timed film competition open to young filmmakers, ages 13-19. May 4, 4:30-6 pm. Free.

Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main. (230-9273) KYRS PRESENTS: THE HEMINGWAY SERIES KYRS and the Magic Lantern host monthly screenings of classic films based on Ernest Hemingway’s writings. Second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 pm: May 8 (For Whom the Bell Tolls), June 12 (Hemingway’s Adventures of a Young Man), July 12 (Under My Skin), Aug. 14 (The Old Man and the Sea). $5/show. Magic Lantern Theatre, 25 W. Main Ave. (209-2383) SFCC INTERNATIONAL FILM FEST Festival lineup: May 8, “Youth” (China); May 15, “Esteban” (Cuba). $5/general.

Garland Theater, 924 W. Garland Ave. garlandtheater.com (509-327-1050) FULL DRAW FILM TOUR A festival featuring bowhunting and adventure on the big screen. May 11, 7-9 pm. $10$17. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. fulldrawfilmtour.com (208-255-7801)

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VOLUN-VINO Second Harvest partners with Ste Michelle Wine Estates to host a 2.5 hour event consisting of one part service and one part wine. Ages 21+. May 3, 5:30-8 pm. $25. Second Harvest, 1234 E. Front. (252-6249) WINE TASTING Taste May selections from Vino’s Wine of the Month Club and view the artwork of photographer Dan Harris. May 4, 3-8 pm. $10. Vino!, 222 S. Washington. vinowine.com

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Advice Goddess PUTTING THE REMOVES ON SOMEONE

AMY ALKON

I recently had my addiction recovery memoir published.

I’m very honest and vulnerable in it, and readers feel super-connected to me because of it. Most just briefly thank me for how it changed their life, etc. However, a few have really latched on to me via social media. I respond to their first message, and then they write back with pretty much a whole novel and message me constantly. I don’t want to be mean, but this is time-consuming and draining.

—Unprepared

Not to worry…that fan won’t be stalking you forever — that is, if you’ll just sign the medical release she’s had drawn up for the two of you to get surgically conjoined.

In writing your book, you probably wanted to help others get the monkey off their back — not point them to the open space on yours so they could line up to take its place. The interaction these fans have with you is a “parasocial” relationship, a psych term describing a strong one-sided emotional bond a person develops with a fictional character, celebrity, or media figure.

These people aren’t crazy; they know, for example, that Jimmy Kimmel isn’t their actual “bro.” But we’re driven by psychological adaptations that are sometimes poorly matched with our modern world, as they evolved to solve mating and survival problems in an ancestral (hunter-gatherer) environment.

Though it still pays for us to try to get close to high-status people — so we might learn the ropes, get status by association, and get some trickle-down benefits — the adaptation pushing us to do this evolved when we gathered around fires, not flat-screens. This makes our poor little Stone Age minds ill-equipped to differentiate between people we know and people we know from books, movies, and TV. Psychologist David C. Giles and others who study parasocial relationships were used to these interactions remaining one-sided, as until recently, it was challenging to even find a celeb’s agent’s mailing address to send them a letter (which might only be seen by some assistant to their agent’s assistant). However, as you’ve experienced, that’s changed thanks to social media, which is to say, Beyonce’s on Twitter.

But the fact that you can be reached doesn’t mean you owe anyone your time. As soon as you see someone trying to hop the fence from fan to friend, write something brief but kind, such as: “It means a lot to me that you connected with my book.

However, I’m swamped with writing deadlines, so I can’t carry on an email exchange, much as I’d like to. Hope you understand!”

This message establishes a boundary, but without violating your fan’s dignity.

Dignity, explains international conflict resolution specialist Donna Hicks, is an “internal state of peace” a person feels when they’re treated as if they have value and their feelings matter. Preserving a person’s dignity can actually make the difference between their hating you and their accepting your need to have a life -- beyond waiting around to respond to their next 8,000-word email on their dating history, their medication allergies, and their special relationship with cheese.

HELLO. IS IT ME YOU’RE COOKING FOR?

I’m a single woman in my mid-30s, and I can’t cook. I’m also not interested in learning.

My parents are old-school, and this worries them. They keep telling me that “the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” Is that really still true? —Takeout Queen A man does not stay with a mean woman simply because she makes a mean pot roast: “Yeah, bro, I was all ready to leave her, but then my stomach chained itself to the kitchen table.”

However, what really matters for a lot of men is that you’re loving as you pry the plastic lid off their dinner. Being loving is not just a state of mind; it is something you do — a habit of being responsive to what marriage researcher John Gottman calls “bids” from your partner for your attention, affection, or support.

Being responsive involves listening to and engaging with your partner, even in the mundane little moments of life. So when your man grumbles that his hairline is retreating like the Germans at Kursk, you say something sweet or even funny back — as opposed to treating his remark like background noise or snarling something about being late to work.

Sure, some men will find it a deal breaker that you don’t cook — same as some will find it a deal breaker if you aren’t up for raising children or llamas. But even a cursory familiarity with male anatomy suggests there are a number of ways to a man’s heart, from the obvious -- a surgical saw through the sternum — to a more indirect but far more popular route: showing him you can tie a cherry stem into a knot with your tongue. n ©2018, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved. • Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon, 171 Pier Ave, #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405 or email AdviceAmy@aol.com (www.advicegoddess.com)

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EVENTS | CALENDAR BOTTOMS UP! BRUNCH A lively brunch with a burlesque performance, aerialists, and more. ages 18+; food and drink not included with ticket. May 5-6 at 11:30 am. $15-$25. Wiley’s Downtown Bistro, 115 N. Washington St. bit. ly/2HoDqLQ (509-838-4600) KENTUCKY DERBY PARTY A day of drink specials, prizes, legal betting on the horses, awards, a beer garden, whiskey tastings and more. May 5, 2-6 pm. Bon Bon, 926 W. Garland Ave. bit. ly/2Fum9iP (509-413-1745) SIP OF BEVERLY’S An introductory wine class and tasting event with Beverly’s Sommelier Trevor Treller. First Saturday of the month, at 3 pm. Ages 21+. $25. Beverly’s, 115 S. Second St. beverlyscda.com WINE TASTING Come experiment with Vino staff as they create wine-based spring cocktails. May 5, 2-4:30 pm. $10.

Vino! A Wine Shop, 222 S. Washington St. vinowine.com (838-1229) ONE DINNER This series benefits the Inland Northwest Food Network, and is part of a series of dinners showcasing organic, local, seasonal foods prepared by some of our region’s most acclaimed chefs. James Beard Award nominee Laurent Zirotti prepares a feast featuring eggs from local farms of all types.

May 7, 6-9 pm. $75. Fleur de Sel, 4365 E. Inverness Dr. inwfoodnetwork.org COOKING WITH A MULTI-COOKER This class on pressure cooking includes a demo on how to make tikka masalastyle chicken and coconut rice. May 8 and 22, 5:30-7 pm. $39. Kitchen Engine, 621 W. Mallon. thekitchenengine.com FRIED CHICKEN & LOCAL BEER The monthly event from Chef Adam Hegsted features fried chicken paired with beers from a local brewery. Second Wednesday of the month, 6-9 pm. $35.

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WINDS OF SPRING CONCERT The Gonzaga Wind Ensemble, led by music director Robert Spittal, presents a concert featuring works from 1600 to contemporary. May 3, 7:30-9 pm. $10.

Gonzaga Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet Ave. gonzaga.edu/music COEUR D’ALENE SYMPHONY SEASON FINALE A concert conducted by Artistic Director candidate Jan Pellant. Program includes an overture of choice by the conductor candidate, a Strauss violin concerto featuring soloist James Buswell and Dvorak’s Symphony No. 9, the New World. May 4 at 7:30 pm and May 5 at 2 pm. $10-$20. Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Rd. cdasymphony.org CRESCENDO COMMUNITY CHORUS A spring concert featuring the Concert Choir, Preparatory Choir, and the Mukogawa girl’s ensemble. May 4, 7-8 pm.

Free. St. Stephen’s Episcopal, 5720 S. Perry. crescendocommunitychorus.org WHITWORTH CHOIR: BENEDICITE The performance features Bach’s Motet VI, Mozart’s Solemn Vespers for the Confessor, K. 339, Johannes Brahms’ Opus 29, No. 2, and the rarely performed “Benedicite” (“Bless”) by Ralph Vaughan Williams. May 4, 8 pm. $5-$7.

Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague. (624-1200) AUBREY LOGAN WITH THE SPOKANE SYMPHONY Adored in Scott Bradlee’s acclaimed group, Postmodern Jukebox,

Logan performs jazz, net-soul, classic rock and more. May 5, 8-10 pm. $39$86. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague. (624-1200) ROCKIN’ THE HOUSE Pages of Harmony men’s a cappella/barbershop chorus and quartets present the 2017 Barbershop Harmony Society 4th place medalist quartet “Throwback." May 5, 3-5 pm. $10-$15. Valley Assembly of God, 15618 E. Broadway. pagesofharmony.org SPOKANE JAZZ ORCHESTRA FEAT. NIC VIGIL & MILONGA Concertgoers hear performances of classic big bands and jazz legends as well as modern jazz ensembles. May 5, 7:30 pm. $17-$27.

Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. bingcrosbytheater.com APOCALYPTICA The Finnish band performs instrumental versions of heavy metal music as a cello quartet. May 7, 7:30 pm. $38-$60. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague. foxtheaterspokane.com (624-1200)

SPORTS & OUTDOORS

BEGINNING BIRD WATCHING Learn the basics of bird watching and then take a walk at Turnbull to see and identify regional species. May 5 and June 2, from 8:45-11 am. Free. Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, 26010 S. Smith Rd. fotnwr.org/activities.html (235-4723) DEFY WRESTLING: SPRING TOUR ‘18 Featuring international wrestling stars to Spokane: ROH Star Flip Gordon, IMPACT Wrestling Brian Cage and former UFC Fighter Matt Riddle. May 5, 8-11 pm. $35-$65. HUB Sports Center, 19619 E. Cataldo Ave. defywrestling.com FREE ROLLER SKATING LESSONS Learn to skate with members of Lilac City Roller Derby. Class size limited to 15 skaters per lesson. Sign up begins at the SkyRibbon Café at 11 am. Sessions on May 5-6, 13 and 19-20; times vary.

Riverfront Park, 705 N. Howard. bit. ly/2KnQBi6 (509-625-6601) FULL DRAW FILM TOUR Full Draw shares the passion and pursuit of bowhunting and outdoor films. May 10, 7 pm. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. bingcrosbytheater.com

THEATER

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL: CRYSTAL This unique production pushes boundaries by combining stunning skating and acrobatic feats. May 3-5 at 7:30 pm; May 5 at 4 pm and May 6 at 1:30 and 5 pm. $47-$127. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. spokanearena.com MISALLIANCE A sharp and keen comedy examining themes of passivity, propriety and political non-involvement in Victorian England. Through May 20; Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $14$27. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. spokanecivictheatre.com SEEDS OF CHANGE Three Nazarene spinsters live with the blessings and burdens of their parent’s strict religious upbringing. Through May 6; Fri-Sat at 7 pm, Sun at 3 pm (dinner theater May 5 at 6 pm; $30). $10-$12. StageWest Community Theatre, 639 Elm. (768-4792) YOU’RE A GOOD MAN, CHARLIE BROWN A fresh approach to the 1967 classic, based on the beloved comic strip by Charles Schultz. May 4-5, 10-12 at 7 pm, May 5 and 12 at 2 pm. $14. Lib-

erty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway. libertylaketheatre.com GOD OF CARNAGE Two sets of parents discuss a playground incident between their sons. As the night progresses, the conversation shifts from polite exchanges to heated words as relationships explode. May 4-5 and 10-12 at 8 pm. $12-$20. Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N. Grand Ave. (334-0750) NT LIVE: JULIUS CAESAR An new promenade staging of Shakespeare’s work has been filmed at the new Bridge Theatre in London and is screened as part of the Bing’s Stage to Screen series. May 6, 2 pm. $7-$15. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague. (227-7404)

ARTS

INFLATION CELEBRATION A show curated by local artist Jennifer Rod featuring 50+ works of art and poems inspired by inflatable objects. May 3-June 5. Reception May 11, 5-7 pm; gallery open Mon-Fri 8 am-5 pm. Free. Third Street Gallery, City Hall, 206 E. Third St. ci.moscow.id.us/art FIRST FRIDAY Art galleries and businesses across downtown Spokane and beyond host monthly receptions to showcase new displays of art. Receptions held the first Friday of the month, from 5-8 pm. Additional details at firstfridayspokane.org.

CREATURES AMOUNG US Northwest artists Judy Fairley, Janene Grende and Dave Gressard display a variety of mediums all depicting Northwest birds, wildlife and equine. Reception May 6 from 1-3 pm; show runs through May 27, Thu-Sun from 1-6 pm. Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way. artisanbarn.org THE FLOATING WORLD: JAPANESE WOODBLOCK PRINTS An informal lecture and discussion on the history and culture of a unique art form that emerged in Japan in the 17th-19th centuries. May 8, 6:30 pm. Free. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Rd. (444-5331)

WORDS

PAUL LINDHOLT: THE SPOKANE RIVER Hear more about this new collection of River-related stories and studies edited by EWU English professor Paul Lindholdt. May 3, 7 pm. Free. Auntie’s, 402 W. Main Ave. auntiesbooks.com PIVOT MAINSTAGE: MAYDAY! An open-mic story slam featuring local storytellers. May 3, 7 pm. Washington Cracker Co. Building, 304 W. Pacific. terrainspokane.com SPIRITUALITY, SERPENTS & SOCIAL MEDIA Award-winning journalist Julia Duin discusses her book: “In the House of the Serpent Handler: A Story of Faith and Fleeting Fame in the Age of Social Media.” May 5, 2-3:30 pm. $10 (free to students). Gonzaga Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet. (313-6942) POWER 2 THE POETRY OPEN MIC An open mic featuring works around mental health awareness. 15 slots available; sign up to read is first come, first served from 5:30-5:50 pm. May 8, 6 pm. Free.

Downtown Spokane Library, 906 W. Main Ave. spokanelibrary.org CHRIS CRUTCHER: LOSERS BRACKET A provocative novel about family, loss, and loyalty from the bestselling author of “Staying Fat for Sarah Byrnes” and “Whale Talk.” May 9, 7-8:30 pm. Free.

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OPENING MAY 5TH

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Opening day at Silverwood Theme Park is set for May 5

SPECIAL DATES & EVENTS SILVERWOOD ANNIVERSARY • MAY 5TH & 6TH To celebrate Silverwood’s opening in 1988 everyone gets in for only $19.88 per person, per day, when purchasing a ticket at Silverwood’s front gate. (a savings of $18.12!)

MOTHER’S DAY • MAY 12TH & 13TH Celebrate Mother’s Day at Silverwood! When a family brings Mom to the park and PURCHASES their ticket online or at the front gate, Mom gets in FREE! Plus everyone receives a special pricing of only $38.00 for general admission and $21.00 for youth/senior admission. Want to save even more? Purchase your tickets online.

GARFIELD SPECIAL • MAY 19TH & 20TH SAVE up to $14 on your admission into the park when you visit during our Garfield Special Weekend! General admission (ages 8-64) is only $24.00 and youth/senior (ages 3-7 & 65+) is $19.00! Enjoy some family memories at Silverwood and meet your favorite comic strip and movie stars Garfield and Odie during your visit.

AMERICAN HEROES WEEKEND • MAY 26TH, 27TH & 28TH All military personnel, veterans, police officers and firefighters (identification required) Receive FREE admission to the park on these special event days and their immediate family members (spouse and children) also receive a special discounted rate ($24.00 plus tax, ages 8-64, $19.00 plus tax, ages 3-7 and 65+, a savings of up to $14.00!) when purchasing tickets at Silverwood’s front gate!

BOULDER BEACH OPENING JUNE 9TH FATHER’S DAY • JUNE 16TH & 17TH Celebrate Father’s Day at Silverwood! When a family brings Dad to the park and PURCHASES their tickets online or at the front gate, Dad gets in FREE!

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The Theme is Fun

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or many Inlanders, Silverwood Theme Park is like an old friend they’ve watched grow up. It’s come a long way since founder Gary Norton’s vision of a humble home for the old train he successfully purchased by outbidding none other than Walt Disney himself. Over the past 30 years, Silverwood has evolved into one of the largest theme parks in north America, occupying several hundred acres with more amenities than you can imagine.

Silverwood is actually two parks in one: Boulder Beach Water Park (opens June 9) and the rest of the park, with more than 70 rides and numerous attractions, like the 30-minute magic show by Nick Norton and Garfield’s Summer Camp, featuring regular appearances by the lovable characters of the popular cartoon series about the lasagna-eating cat. In between rides, enjoy arcade and midway-style games, places to shop for a special souvenir

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of your awesome day at the park, and more than two dozen eateries, from sitdown places like Lindy’s for burgers, to grab-and-go spots for kettle corn, ice cream and classic caramel apples.

Thrill attractions like the 140-foot Panic Plunge drop you while the Aftershock hurtles you through mind-bending loops at speeds comparable to the cars you’ll see on adjacent Highway 95! Gentler rides can be had via the spinning Scrambler, the family-friendly Krazy Koaster or the classic Ferris Wheel offering panoramic views of the park.

Rides for little tykes abound, including the Flying Elephant ride and Polliwog Park, where getting wet is half the fun.

One ride all ages can agree on is the original steam engine train, which tours you through the park in a relaxing 30-minute ride (unless you’re stopped by “bandits,” which is known to happen from time to time).

There’s a lot to do at Silverwood, which is why the park expansion plans

have included the creation of an adjacent RV park for overnight stay. The park also welcomes large groups to take advantage of its picnic area and offers catered meals for large groups such as a school outing or family reunion. Season passes make visiting the park a snap, with free parking, discounts at Lindy’s Restaurant and the RV park, as well as unlimited admission for you and up to two guests.

Come visit Silverwood on opening day, May 5, when the park kicks off the season with an anniversarythemed price of only $19.88 per person (the park was formed in 1988). It’s just their way of saying thank you to all the friends they grew up with.

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Upcoming Events Cinco de Mayo MAY 5

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Resort Plaza Shops with live games, a no-host bar featuring tequila and margarita specials, a street taco bar, giveaways, a sombrero contest, a DJ and dancing. Ages 21+; tickets $25; Resort Plaza Shops; 7-11:30 pm.

Ambrosia MAY 13

1970’s soft rock takes over the Coeur d’Alene Casino when Ambrosia takes the stage to play some of its top 40 singles, along with songs from its new album to be released this year.

Peter Beckett, best known as the lead singer for Player also joins the band. Tickets $15-$25; Coeur d’Alene Casino; 7 pm.

Discover a New World MAY 4-5

This season, Coeur d’Alene Symphony has featured five conducting candidates to lead the orchestra, each competing for the Artistic Director position. The Discover a New World performance is the season finale, featuring Jan Pellant from Lexington, Kentucky, conducting the orchestra performing Dvorak’s New World Symphony. Tickets $10-$20; Salvation Army Kroc Center; Friday, 7:30 pm, Saturday 2 pm.

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Entertainment JOHN KAY & STEPPENWOLF Event Center | 7 pm Tickets from $35 An innovator on Rock’s rugged side. John Kay and Steppenwolf brought us rock staples like “Born to be Wild” and “Magic Carpet Ride”, now they bring their distinctive sound to the event center to prove that Rock never softens.

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Cedric’s universal appeal, versatility, and tremendous career successes spanning television, live performances, and film have solidified his standing as one of the premier entertainers in the world.

Trace Adkins’ trademark baritone has powered countless hits to the top of the charts. The three-time GRAMMY-nominated member of the Grand Ole Opry will be stopping by on July 20th for the How Did We Get Here Tour!

With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ classics such as “Can’t Buy Me Love,” “Yesterday,” “A Day In The Life,” “Twist And Shout,” “Here Comes The Sun,” and “Hey Jude”, the Fab Four will make you think you are watching the real thing.

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