Family calendar
Today
South Perry Thursday Market - 3-7 p.m. The Shop, 924 S. Perry St. Free.
T.W.I.N.E. - Teen Writers of the Inland Empire is a writing club for Spokane County teenagers in grades 6-12. No registration is required. We write fiction and poetry, and share our work in an encouraging and positive environment. Sponsored by the Spokane County Library District, pen and paper and inspiration provided. 4 p.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Free. (509) 893-8400.
Ongoing
“Annie” - Spokane Civic Theatre presents this family-friendly musical directed by Yvonne A.K. Johnson. Shows Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. Runs through June 17. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $29/adults, $27/seniors and military, $22/students 24 years of age and younger with student ID, $11/student rush (available 20 minutes before a performance; not available for shows near to selling out). (509) 325-2507 or (800) 325-SEAT.
Riverfront Park Attractions - Pavilion Rides are open weekends through mid-June; then daily through Labor Day. The Giant Screen IMAX, Carrousel, SkyRide and Mini-Golf open daily and Pony Rides are Saturdays-Sundays and available for an additional cost. Check website for hours of operation: www.spokaneriverfrontpark.com. Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Day Pass: $16.95/on the website; $19.95/in person. (509) 625-6601.
Waste-to-Energy Facility Tours - Interested in knowing what happens to our garbage? Walk-in groups of 10 or fewer are welcome at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Group tours for more than 10, individuals with special needs, and classrooms can be arranged by calling ahead. Spokane Regional Solid Waste System, 2900 S. Geiger Blvd., across from the Washington State Patrol. Free. (509) 625-6521.
Friday
SFCC Planetarium - Public shows on Friday at 5:30 and 7 p.m. Advance purchase required in person at SFCC Cashier’s Office in the Student Union Building, Building 17; or by phone. Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. $6/adults, $3/age 18 and younger. (509) 533-3569.
BeGin! - Enjoy outdoor entertainment by Flying Spiders, Octoninjitsu, Locke, Pink Blood Buttons, Freetime Synthetic, C-FLOW, Washington Bus, Cut Out Crew break dancers and, DJ Audio Affiliated. Snacks, no-host bar, gallery cruising. 6-9 p.m. Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. Free. (509) 363-5344.
“Artsy Pants” - Improvised comedy show where audience-made drawings come to life. All ages welcome. 8 p.m.-midnight. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland Ave. $9/general admission, $7/children, seniors, military and students with valid ID. (509) 747-7045.
Saturday
Spokane Farmers Market - 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Fifth Avenue and Browne Street. Free.
Liberty Lake Farmers Market - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 1421 N. Meadowwood Lane, Liberty Lake. Free.
Ninth Annual Parade of Paws Pledge Walk - Walkers and dogs will take part in a fairlike atmosphere, pet blessing, food and vendors. Participants have been collecting pledges and will enjoy a two- or four-mile walk. Funds raised will help provide nutritional food, clean and safe shelter, play time and training, veterinary care and love to our community’s unwanted companion animals. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Spokane Humane Society, 6607 N. Havana St. (509) 467-5235.
Family Health and Safety Fair - Molina Healthcare and Orchard Center Elementary School have teamed up to bring free health screenings and workshops to Spokane Valley families. Screenings available at the event, open to the public include: dental, glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol, body mass index and bone density. Mammograms by appointment only by calling (877) 474-2400. 10 a.m. Orchard Center Elementary School, 7519 E. Buckeye Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (562) 506-9208.
21st Annual Pride Parade and Rainbow Festival - Stand Up! Speak Out! Spark Change! The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Questioning and Allied community, family and friends come together and march with banners, floats, ride in cars or on bikes. Lots of rainbows are encouraged. The march is at noon and the festival is at 12:30 p.m. Riverfront Park, Gondola Meadows, southwest corner of the park by the Bloomsday running statues. Free. (509) 720-7609.
Sunday
Girls and Dolls Tea - Tickets can be purchased in advance at Auntie’s Bookstore. 2 p.m. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $15/children; $10/adults. (509) 590-7439.
Tuesday
Anime Club (North) - For teens in grade six or above. Watch anime and eat snacks. 3:30 p.m. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road Free. (509) 893-8350.
Wednesday
Spokane Farmers Market - 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Fifth Avenue and Browne Street. Free.
Millwood Farmers Market - 3-7 p.m. Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Millwood. Free.
“Annie” Benefit Production - See the Spokane Civic Theatre’s production of Annie and help raise money for children in our community. A portion of proceeds will support children enrolled in the Big Brothers Big Sisters’ mentoring program. 7:30 p.m. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. $30. (509) 328-8310, ext. 223.