Madison Pearson

A sign that read "St. Joseph's Catholic School Gymnasium" used to hang above the front door of a brick building in Spokane's West Central neighborhood, but it's since been replaced by a simple metal sign bearing the surname "Hamilton."

Some people's favorite day of the year is their birthday. Some prefer the fun of dressing up on Halloween. Others like the summery scene of...

Young Kwak photo The Spokane Arts team in the Chase Gallery. From left: Skyler Oberst, Shelly Wynecoop, Shelby Allison, Jeremy Whittington and Devonte Pearson.

T hose who say "lost time is never found again" haven't met Hazel Miller.

Spokane artist Karen Mobley released her third poetry collection.

Spokane will always love Bing Crosby. I n the early 1910s, a quaint house at 508 E. Sharp Ave. in Spokane's Logan neighborhood was the home of someone who'd become one of the biggest multimedia stars of the 20th century.

I f you don't have a regular group to play with or you're looking to try Dungeons & Dragons for the first time, these local spots have one-shots, beginner campaigns and more D&D fun to join in on. Some of the following events are suitable for all ages, but children must be able to follow along with the story, stay focused, and do basic math in order to participate.

Snow Queen Ballet Danish author Hans Christian Andersen wrote many highly acclaimed and beloved fairy tales in his day like The Little Mermaid, Thumbelina and The Ugly Duckling, but The Snow Queen is one of his most-loved winter classics. Adapted into a dance production by Ukraine’s Grand Kyiv Ballet, the wondrous, wintry tale is set to the music of Edvard Grieg, Jules Massenet, Mozart and Vivaldi. It features cherished characters like Kai, the Snowman, Gerda and, of course, the fierce Snow Queen, all dancing in time in front of a beautiful set. Experience the touching tale of family, love and holiday joy performed by the company’s impressive soloists and principal dancers.

Emerge's signature events may suffer if the fundraising goal is not met. T ucked just a block from downtown Coeur d'Alene's bustling Sherman Avenue sits an oasis of art education. Emerge is an art gallery and retail space, but also a hub of creative energy and expression, offering classes and workshops for rising local artists.

Tucked behind the Looff Carrousel and encircled by trees, Spokane's Garbage Goat resides in a shadowy grotto, almost blending in with the surrounding rocks.