Arts Calendar

Classes and workshops

Beginning Norwegian Needlework – Four-week class begins today, 1-3 p.m., at Avenue West Gallery, 122 S. Monroe St. Cost is $25 plus supplies. Call (509) 747-4926 to register and for supply list and more information.

Avenue West Gallery Class – Learn to write your name in Chinese characters with ink on rice paper; learn sumi-e painting with Keiko Von Holt; and learn to paint on silk material with Olivia Waterman. Monday, 1-3 p.m., Avenue West Gallery, 122 S. Monroe St. Call (509) 838-4999 to pre-register.

Bowl Turning Class – Beginning level class for ages 18 and older. Cost is $55, includes wood, use of power lathe and other tools (students may bring their own tools). Saturday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at the Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. Preregistration required by Friday. Call (509) 229-3414 or visit www.artisanbarn.org.

Heart of Singing Workshops – Vocal Technique – For singers of all levels and styles, Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; $60/advance, $70/door. Deepening Expression – For singers of all levels and styles, Sunday, 1-5 p.m., $40/advance, $50/door. Classes are at Priest River Inn, 114 Main St., Priest River, Idaho. Call (509) 819-9831 or (208) 610-4375 or e-mail info@laughingspiritmusic.com or tlcatlin@gmail.com to register and for more information.

Spokane An Daire Academy of Irish Dance Summer Camp – Designed for beginners. Monday-Wednesday, 9-11 a.m. or 6-8 p.m. Cost is $55. Call (509) 294-3771 or e-mail Spokane@andaire.org to register.

Christian Youth Theater-North Idaho Summer Camps – Weeklong Junior camps (ages 7-12) and Bitty’s camps (ages 5-6), Monday-Friday and July 27-31, will perform a musical revue of the last century called “America’s Most Wanted Kids.” Teen camp participants July 20-24 will perform highlights from “Grease.” Prices range from $90-$175. Call (208) 765-8600 or visit www.cytnorthidaho.com to register or for more information.

The Art Coop Classes – Fused and Cloisonne Glass Jewelry/Magnets – Monday-Thursday. 3-D Wooden Shapes Wall Hanging – July 20-23. Mosaics: Bowling Ball, Terra Cotta Platter, Boulder – July 27-30. Classes are held at 4225 N. “G” St. Open studio format; no registration required, participants may stop by when they have time. Cost is $10 per hour, studio time plus supplies. Special Workshop: Cement Leaves – three-part class, use leaves from hosta, cabbage and rhubarb to make birdbaths, stepping stones or wall hangings, July 25, 1-3 p.m.; July 27, 6-9 p.m.; final class will be in August. Cost is $70; preregistration required. Call (509) 327-3726 or visit www.theartcoop.net.

Art on the Edge Youth Classes – Soap Making – For elementary students. Tuesday-Wednesday, 1-3 p.m., AOE Studio. Painting with Kyle Paliotto – July 28-29, 1-3 p.m., AOE Studio. Pottery Workshop – For elementary students. Aug. 4-6, 1-3 p.m., AOE Studio. Early registration recommended. Call (208) 676-0917 or e-mail aoedirector@gmail.com.

Adult Improv Classes – Beginning level classes, Tuesdays through Aug. 25, 7-9 p.m., at The Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. Cost is $25 per class. Call (509) 747-7045, e-mail improvclasses@ bluedoortheatre.com, or visit www.bluedoortheatre.com to register and for more information.

Card Making Classes – Participants will create four different cards at each session. Wednesdays through Aug. 5, 6-8 p.m., CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Cost is $13 (includes materials); preregistration requested. Call (509) 688-0300.

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn Classes – For children ages 7-14. Thursdays through Aug. 13, 1-3:30 p.m., at the Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. Cost is $20 (discounts available to students registering for all six classes or with a friend or sibling). Preregistration required. Visit www.artisanbarn.org, or call (509) 229-3414 to register.

Sumi-e and Japanese Calligraphy Classes – Thursdays through Aug. 13, 10 a.m.-noon at Spokane Art Supply, 1303 N. Monroe St., or 6-8 p.m. at Spokane Art Supply, 14401 E. Sprague Ave. Cost is $60 in advance for entire session or $15 per class. Call (509) 327-6622 for morning classes or (509) 892-0353 for evening classes.

Festival Dance Workshops – For ages 3 to adult. Workshops include Acting, Princess Ballet, Mommy and Me, Jazz, Hip-Hop, Celtic Workshop and more. Through Aug. 7, University of Idaho Physical Education Dance Studio, 1060 Rayburn St., Moscow, Idaho. Call (208) 883-3267.

Beginning Soap Making Class – Two-part class teaches the basics of cold process soap. Students design their own fragrance and take home handmade olive oil soap. July 29-30, 7-9 p.m., at Greencastle Soap and Supply, 203 N. Stone St. Cost is $45, includes equipment and supplies. Paid reservations must be received by Wednesday. Call (509) 466-7223 or e-mail info@greencastlesoap.com to register or for more information.

Meetings

The Spokane Novelists Group – Writers support/critique group, open to anyone with an interest in writing fiction. Participants should bring 5-10 pages to read aloud and 6-8 copies for others to read along and critique. Next meeting is Saturday, noon, at Spokane County Library, Argonne Branch, 4322 N. Argonne Road. Call Steve at (509) 590-7316.

Call for artists

Spokane Valley Arts Council Artist Showcase Auction – Seeking artists to submit works for jury in the third annual event. New works in all media by professional artists will be considered. Up to three items may be submitted and must be delivered to CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Room 109, Spokane Valley on July 18 from 8-11 a.m. Call (509) 671-3389, (509) 924-5009 or (509) 924-6560.

First Friday – Seeking artists whose work is ready to show in nontraditional venues such as coffee shops, wineries and other downtown businesses during self-guided monthly art walks. Referral opportunity only, venues are responsible for selecting their own artists. Call (509) 625-6079 or visit www.spokanearts.org for more information.

Call for nominations

2009 City of Spokane Arts Awards – Open call for nominations. Awards will be presented in six categories at the Spokane City Council meeting of Oct. 5. Forms are available at www.spokanearts.org/ awards.aspx or at the Chase Gallery, lower level of City Hall, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Nominations can also be completed at http:// spokanearts.spokanetonight.com. Deadline is Aug. 7.

Call for musicians

14th Annual Fall Folk Festival – Seeking musicians, dancers, storytellers and crafters for the festival, Oct. 31-Nov. 1 at Spokane Community College. Applications available at www.spokanefolklore.org. Must be postmarked by Wednesday. Call (509) 747-2640.

Artists Loose on the Palouse – Seeking amateur accordion, harmonica or ukulele players to participate in a talent show during the July 25 event. Prizes will be awarded. Call Elaine at (509) 747-6294.