June Happenings

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by: Spokane Coeur d'Alene Living / in Datebook, Spokane CDA Living

COMMUNITY

June 7, July 5: First Friday

Enjoy visual arts, musical presentations, sample local foods, get acquainted with local performing artists and more at this monthly event sponsored by the Downtown Spokane Partnership. On the first Friday of each month, participating galleries, museums, boutiques and more host a city-wide open house with refreshments and entertainment. First Friday is free and open to the public. Downtown Spokane. downtownspokane.org.

June 14, July 12: CdA ArtWalk

5-8pm every second Friday of the month, April-December, stroll through beautiful downtown Coeur d’Alene and enjoy local and nationally acclaimed artists. Visit supporting galleries, shops, restaurants and businesses. A free, family-friendly event. Downtown Coeur d’Alene. Artsandculturecda.org.

June 29-30: Hoopfest

Spokane Hoopfest is the largest 3-on-3 outdoor basketball tournament on Earth. That means over 6,000 teams, 3,000 volunteers, 225,000 fans and 450 courts spanning 45 city blocks! Beyond basketball, it is an outdoor festival with shopping, food and interactive entertainment. Downtown Spokane. spokanehoopfest.net

ART

June 2, June 17, July 7, July 15: Spokane Poetry Slam and BootSlam

Spokane Poetry Slam is competitive performance poetry at its Northwest finest. Every first and third week of the month spoken word warriors battle for Inland Empire supremacy, and a $50 Grand Prize. Each poem is judged by five members of the audience and, after two rounds of poetry, whichever poet has the highest cumulative score is declared the winner. Bootslam, at Boots Bakery, is held on the first Sunday of each month, while Spokane Poetry Slam, held at the Bartlett, is held on the third Monday of each month. Boots Bakery and Lounge, 24 W. Main Ave. The Bartlett, 228 W. Sprague Ave. spokanepoetryslam.org.

Currently open: The Inuit Art of Povungnituk

Over a decade in the making, Cory Trépanier’s Into the Arctic exhibition tour presents the most ambitious body of artwork ever created from the Canadian Arctic, a wilderness so remote and untouched, that many of its landscapes have never been documented before. Adding to his majestic paintings are a series of three Arctic films, which cinematically convey the wonder, awe, and challenges of his northern painting expeditions. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. (509) 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org or themac@northwestmuseum.org

Currently open: Into the Arctic

The artists in Povungnituk, located in Arctic Quebec, have been recognized for over a quarter of a century for the quality of their printmaking and their distinctive style. The Povungnituk sculptures and prints chronicle the history and legends of a people. Characterized by crisp images of native animals and human figures set against stark backgrounds, many of the artworks reveal the rituals that have allowed the Inuit people to survive. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. (509) 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org or themac@northwestmuseum.org

Currently open: Luminous: Dale Chihuly and the Studio Glass Movement

In partnership with the Museum of Glass in Tacoma, the MAC presents an exhibition featuring works by eighteen internationally renowned studio glass artists including Dale Chihuly, Preston Singletary, and Lino Tagliapietra. The Pacific Northwest serves as a center of innovation for this medium, and the Museum of Glass has built a collection by artists who are masters in the field. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. (509) 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org or themac@northwestmuseum.org

Opening July 2019: Giants, Dragons, & Unicorns: The World of Mythic Creatures

The world is full of stories about brave heroes, magical events and fantastic beings. Tales of mythic creatures have been with us for thousands of years, sometimes inspired by living animals or even fossils. Some of these creatures symbolize danger—others promise to bring luck or joy. Together mythic creatures give shape to humankind’s greatest hopes, fears and most passionate dreams. This traveling exhibition from New York’s American Museum of Natural History combines unique cultural objects, dramatic models, engaging multimedia, and interactive games to tell the origin stories behind the legends of mythical creatures from around the world. Joined by a complementary exhibit about Northwest mythic creatures like Sasquatch and Coyote. Museum of Arts and Culture. 2316 W. First Ave. (509) 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org or themac@northwestmuseum.org

MUSIC

June 7: John Ford Coley and Friends

Famous as part of the Grammy® nominated duo with England Dan, John Ford Coley reached multi-gold and platinum status with several hit albums and singles. Their debut album in 1976, “Nights Are Forever,” shot the duo to stardom with the hit singles “I’d Really Love To See You Tonight” and “Nights Are Forever Without You.” In addition to a regular touring schedule performing his own hits, Coley is also known for producing songs for other artists, including Eddie Money, Tom Wurth, Vince Gill and Lynn Bryant. Fox Theatre. 1001 W. Sprague Ave. (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

June 18: Indigo Girls

The Indigo Girls are returning to Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox to create their signature harmonies and dynamic soundscapes. Twenty years after they began releasing records as the Indigo Girls, Amy Ray and Emily Saliers have politely declined the opportunity to slow down with age. With a legacy of releases and countless U.S. and international tours behind them, the Indigo Girls have forged their own way in the music business. Selling over 14 million records, they are still going strong. Amy & Emily are the only duo with top 40 titles on the Billboard 200 in the ’80s, ’90s, ’00s and ’10s. Fox Theatre. 1001 W. Sprague Ave. (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

July 9: Khalid: Free Spirit World Tour

Multi-platinum global superstar Khalid has announced his North American headline dates for “Khalid Free Spirit World Tour” which includes a stop at the Spokane Arena. The tour is in support of his upcoming sophomore album Free Spirit. Khalid has enlisted his friend Clairo, the 20-year-old “Pretty Girl” singer-songwriter, as special guest on his summer tour. Spokane Arena. 720 W. Mallon Ave. (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

EVENTS

July 11: Jay Owenhouse: The Authentic Illusionist

Jay Owenhouse, a legendary escape artist and one of the most awarded illusionists in history, returns to Spokane by popular demand for one night only in “Dare to Believe.”, an illusion spectacular. Jay welcomes you into his mysterious world of wonder and the impossible. You will experience a night of grand illusions with the most amazing magic in the world, Bengal tigers up close, dangerous escapes, and inspiring storytelling. Seeing Owenhouse live is an evening that will leave you breathless with a feeling of childhood wonder. Fox Theatre. 1001 W. Sprague Ave. (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

June 20: Rain: A Tribute to the Beatles

In celebration of the anniversary of Abbey Road, Rain will bring the greatest hits of this epic recording to life, in addition to all your early Beatles favorites. This mind-blowing performance takes you back in time with the legendary foursome delivering a note-for-note theatrical event that is “the next best thing to seeing the Beatles” (Associated Press). Experience the world’s most iconic band and come celebrate the best of Abbey Road. First Interstate Center (previously INB Performing Arts Center). 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

June 22: WWE Live: Summerslam Heatwave Tour

This will be your chance to see Universal Champion Seth Rollins, AJ Styles, Braun Strowman vs Drew McIntyre, Baron Corbin and Bobby Lashley in a Six Man Tag Team Match. Plus Alexa Bliss, The Usos, Naomi, Natalya and many more of your favorite WWE Superstars. *Card is subject to change* Spokane Arena. 720 W. Mallon Ave. (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

THEATRE

Through June 16: Young Frankenstein

Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor, and a leggy lab assistant, Inga, Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. “It’s alive” he exclaims as he brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather’s. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds. Spokane Civic Theatre. 1020 N. Howard St. (509) 325-2507. For tickets: (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

June 13-30: Disney’s Beauty and the Beast

Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, tells of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed into his former self. But time is running out. This “tale as old as time” is perfect entertainment for the whole family. Salvation Army Kroc Center. 1765 W. Golf Course Rd. Coeur d’Alene, ID. For tickets and more information: cdasummertheatre.com

June 20-23: 31st Playwrights’ Forum Festival

Spokane Civic Theatre is proud to present it’s Playwrights’ Forum Festival, which showcases new one-acts by playwrights across the region since 1983. The festival is performed in two separate sets on alternating days. Spokane Civic Theatre. 1020 N. Howard St. (509) 325-2507. For tickets: (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

June 21-30: Always… Patsy Cline – Revival

Always…Patsy Cline is based on the true story of Patsy Cline’s friendship with Houston housewife Louise Seger. The relationship, which began as fan worship evolved into one of mutual respect. It is the kind of relationship that many fans would like to have with their heroes. Over a pot of strong coffee, the two women chatted about their common concerns. When Cline finally left for Dallas, her next job, the two women had exchanged addresses and telephone numbers. Seger never expected to hear from Cline again, but soon after she left, Seger received the first of many letters and phone calls from Cline. The pen-pal relationship provides much of the plot of the show. U-High Theater. University High School campus. 12420 E 32nd Ave. Spokane Valley. Tickets and more information available at svsummertheatre.com

June 25: Arsenic and Old Lace

We meet the charming and innocent ladies who populate their cellar with the remains of socially and religiously “acceptable” roomers; the antics of their nephew who thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt; and the activities of the other nephew—these require no further description or amplification here. Salvation Army Kroc Center. 1765 W. Golf Course Rd. Coeur d’Alene, ID. For tickets and more information: cdasummertheatre.com

July 11-28: Oklahoma.

In this Roger and Hammerstein classic, the road to true love never runs smooth. Set in the western Indian territory just after the turn of the 20th century, the high-spirited rivalry between the local farmers and the cowboys sets the stage for the romance between Curly and Laurey. Filled with a host of familiar characters, and songs such as “Oh, What a Beautiful Mornin’,” “Surrey With the Fringe on Top,” and the title song “Oklahoma”, you will leave the theatre with a song in your heart. Salvation Army Kroc Center. 1765 W. Golf Course Rd. Coeur d’Alene, ID. For tickets and more information: cdasummertheatre.com

July 12-28: The Sound of Music

When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as a governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazi, who demand the Captain’s immediate service to their navy. The family’s narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre. U-High Theater. University High School campus. 12420 E 32nd Ave. Spokane Valley. Tickets and more information available at svsummertheatre.com

July 12-28: Spring Awakening

The winner of eight Tony Awards, including Best Musical, told by Duncan Sheik and Steven Sater through what Entertainment Weekly called, “The most gorgeous Broadway score this decade,” Spring Awakening explores the journey from adolescence to adulthood with a poignancy and passion that is illuminating and unforgettable. This landmark musical is an electrifying fusion of morality and rock and roll that is exhilarating audiences across the nation like no other musical in years. Spokane Civic Theatre. 1020 N. Howard St. (509) 325-2507. For tickets: (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

July 14: Cosi fan tutte – Opera on the Lake Cruise

Does absence make the heart grow fonder? A test of true love plays out among two military officers who stage an absence to test their fiancées. Will the women fall for their “new” suitors as the opera’s title (“All women do it”) suggests? Join us as we bring Mozart’s satirical humor and ravishing score to Lake Coeur d’Alene for a sunset cruise. Performance in the round. Sung in English with English dialogue. inlandnwopera.com.

July 19-28: Tom Sawyer

Set along the Mississippi River, Tom Sawyer tells the coming-of-age story of the community’s most mischievous boy. Tom fights a bully, gets his friends to help him whitewash a fence, falls in love with Becky Thatcher, loses her to Alfred Temple, puts together a pirate gang with Huck Finn and the other town boys, runs away from home and comes back to witness his own funeral, wins a Bible scripture contest, and witnesses a murder. Tom initially recoils from telling the truth about Injun Joe’s framing of drunk Muff Potter for the murder but ultimately steps forward to “do the right thing” and saves Muff’s life in the final courtroom scene. The play is about learning to be a stand-up person even in the face of tremendous danger. Spokane Civic Theatre. 1020 N. Howard St. (509) 325-2507. For tickets: (800) 325-SEAT or ticketswest.com.

HEALTH

June 15: Stache Dash

The Stache Dash is back for its 3rd year. Get ready for another great event including a 5k or 10k run or walk. Runners, walkers and wheelchair racers welcome. Nsplit.com

June 16: Dad’s Day Dash

The 2019 Dad’s Day Dash is the 7th annual 5K benefiting SNAP, your local community action agency. The event will be a hosting a non-timed 1.4 mile walk and a timed 5k run. Nsplit.com.

July 9, 16, 23: U District PT 5K Summer Series

Join the U District Foundation as they host their Fun Run Series in July. Three nights full of fun, dress up contests, prizes, food and a timed 5k and 1 mile kids run. Come to one or all three and kids even run free. All proceeds help fund the U District Foundation with encouraging Spokane’s youth to be healthy. Nsplit.com.

July 20: Spokenya 7k

100% of your registration fee goes directly to clean water projects in Kenya. Beautiful 7k course begins at Life Center Church, carries runners west and then onto the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River, across the Spokane Falls Community College Campus, through the wooded Mukogawa campus, and back towards Life Center Church. Spokenya lets runners choose to carry water on their heads – Kenyan style. Finish the last 100 meters of the race with a bucket of water on top of your head. This is how women and girls in Kenya must transport all of the family’s water: it’s a challenge for sure. Spokenyarun.org.

July 20: Tiger Tri and Tiger Du

Join the Colville Recreation Department for the 29th Annual Tiger-Tri and its first ever Tiger-Du. The Tiger-Tri consists of a 1K swim, a 40K bike and a 10K run. Not quite wanting to swim? No problem the Tiger Duathlon is a 40K bike and a 10K run. Tigertri.com.

SPORTS

June 21-24: Spokane Indians vs Boise Hawks