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INSIDE Defying Conventions............ 6 You Gotta Laugh................. 10 Staying Flexible...................14 Bouncing Back.....................18 The Great Outdoors............ 22 In the Spotlight................... 26 Cinematic Escape............... 30 Colorful Days Ahead.......... 34 Close to Home.................... 38 Health Bumpers.................. 42 Art in Flux........................... 46

On The Cover The First Interstate Center for the Arts overlooking the Spokane River

Long Time Coming We thought things would be better by now.

Back in March when the pandemic first caused shutdowns, we thought the closures and restrictions aimed at controlling COVID-19 would be over before summer. When the case numbers dipped with warmer weather and many businesses were able to reopen, albeit with safety measures still in place, we thought maybe by summer’s end we’d be back to some sense of “normal.” Then school started, cases began to rise again at a frightening clip, and we again see our community and local economy battered by a disease and a renewed round of restrictions.

In other words, it’s been a really rough year. And typically when we all go through a rough patch, we’re able to help each other through by gathering for a concert, or playing basketball at the Y, or having drinks and watching a standup comedian bring some laughter to soothe whatever pain we’re experiencing.

The pandemic has taken that from us, and while retail and restaurants have been able to at least muddle through with the help of our community, some businesses have barely been able to open their doors; some haven’t been able to at all.

The performing arts are at a standstill. No Spokane Symphony season. No Broadway shows at the FIC. No concerts at Berserk or Lucky You Lounge or under the Pavilion at Riverfront Park. Movie theaters were only open for a few weeks before being forced closed again. Local museums had a longer window after reopening, but closed again in the latest round of health restrictions. All the businesses and buildings dedicated to keeping Spokane County entertained

are going to need our help, whether it’s by purchasing gift cards for future shows, or attending everything you can once they’re able to fully reopen and fire up their spotlights again.

“We’ve been closed for months with no end in sight and, you know, bills to pay and staff with families to feed,” Spokane Comedy Club co-owner Adam Norwest says in this sixth edition of Back to Business, describing how instead of delivering laughs to survive, the club started delivering pizzas and milkshakes.

Back to Business is a local marketing effort developed by the Inlander and several community institutions, including GSI, STCU and Washington Trust Bank (see page 5 for more details). These partners recognize the struggles of our local arts and entertainment entities, and their importance to making life worth living in the Inland Northwest.

This issue is the sixth in a series, and this one is dedicated to supporting local businesses. Inside you’ll learn how our local theater companies are surviving the pandemic, where you can get a safe gym or yoga workout, what’s happening with the convention and tourism business during this trying time, what’s the latest from our local professional sports teams, and much more.

Life is going to look a lot different on the other side of the pandemic, but we know we need artists and the venues that support them to make it, for the good of Spokane County’s soul. And we’re going to want to go to a ballgame, or a movie, or take an art class with our friends again. It’s good to know we can all have a hand in making sure that happens. ◆

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...Support Local Arts, Culture and Entertainment business: Our arts, culture and entertainment industries are critical to the Inland Northwest, and we all need to do our part to help them survive a devastating year. Fortunately, there are a lot of attractive reasons to shop local. Spending your hard-earned cash in local museums, theaters, concert venues and gyms helps the local economy, keeps your neighbors employed and generates much-needed revenue for our local governments. So go buy some tickets to a future show, sign up for an art class or get some gift cards for Christmas presents for your friends and family. Also, help spread the word about what our local shops are doing well, and what great buys you’ve found. Finally, tell your friends and family to pick up this guide!

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Together, We're Greater This year started as they all do for most of us: a fresh start, a blank slate and ripe with opportunity. A New Year celebration to enter 2020 held promise and hope. As we all know, we took a hard turn in March and are forever changed.

We can collectively agree this is hard. When the questions came more quickly than the answers, this community pressed on. For many businesses, promise and hope have been hard to find in 2020. What has kept us going? New and deepened partnerships and the realization that we all have the power to improve our communities’ health and our economy.

Yes, this is hard, but THE POWER OF WE will get us back to enjoying this region and everything it has to offer. THE POWER OF WE will help us turn the page on this most difficult year. THE POWER OF WE will continue to move obstacles that none can move alone. By keeping our family, neighbors, friends, and businesses in mind, WE will transform our community — for the better.

Spreading Kindness has always been about THE POWER OF WE and about being part of the solution. And the sooner we are all back healthy, we will be Back to Business. We will innovate, adapt, and grow stronger, continuing to spread resiliency, compassion and, yes, kindness, along the way.

That’s how this community was built, and how WE will build it again — with a New Year celebration to enter a 2021 filled with promise, hope and opportunity.

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Defying Conventions With the convention business dead for now, Spokane’s tourism industry has had to improvise

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For decades, local tourism-focused groups like Visit Spokane, the Spokane Sports Commission, and the Spokane Public Facilities District have been centered on one united mission: How can they bring as many tourists to Spokane as possible, packing them into big events like track meets and conventions, so the whole local economy would flourish?

But then, last March, that entire premise came to shuddering halt. Instead, they faced a slew of new questions.

How could you pack the Arena when sports and concerts were all canceled? How could you promote tourism when interstate travel was dangerous? How could you hold conventions when the convention business effectively ceased to exist?

And most importantly: what now?

First, it meant assessing the damage. Spokane County Fair and Expo cut their staff in half. Visit Spokane laid off their entire sales staff.

“I’m presenting a budget to my board today that shows us losing $4 million next year,” says Stephanie Curran, CEO of the Spokane Public Facilities District, which runs Spokane’s Arena and convention center. “This morning, I was thinking never would I have ever thought in my lifetime I would present a budget that was going to lose even $1 million, nevermind $4 million.”

Meg Winchester, president of Visit Spokane, says things may not truly get back to normal until 2023. Even once most people are vaccinated, a fear of travel may linger.

But each of these groups has found ways to adapt, to find the opportunities scattered among the ashes.

“I, from the beginning, have refused to be a victim of this,” says Curran. “A lot of venues across the country have just laid everybody off and shut down. But we’re kind of small and mighty in Spokane.”

The Spokane County Fair and Expo couldn’t hold the Interstate Fair. So they had drive-in movies and held a fair-food drive-thru event.

Eric Sawyer, CEO of the Spokane Sports Commission, says his team even tried to pitch a West Coast college basketball version of the NBA bubble — they’d play in the Arena and the convention center and attend classes in Spokane hotel rooms. But with the patchwork of different state and local rules, it was too difficult to make it work.

Still, those local tourist groups have also found ways to turn their empty buildings and unused lots into an asset to fight the virus and the challenges it posed.

The fairgrounds opened for use in drive-thru COVID testing. And in the same way that nearly a century ago one of Spokane’s Prohibition-shuttered breweries became housing for transients, the Spokane Arena was turned into a temporary homeless shelter.

“The mayor called me and she’s like, ‘I’m in a desperate situation,’” Curran recalls “‘We need to find a [place for homeless people to stay] because of social distancing,’ I was like, ‘Great, we’re the perfect place.’

Normally, we couldn’t do stuff like this because we would be booked.”

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And when air quality turned dangerous, the Arena again became a shelter.

Meanwhile, they’ve turned to how they can prepare for the future.

With a reduced staff, Visit Spokane partnered with sales staff at Curran’s Public Facilities District and looked for openings to make a pitch for the promise of Spokane.

Visit Spokane found 20 high-end event planners and, instead of giving them a tour in person, they did it virtually. They sent them bottles of wine from Barrister Winery and coffee beans from Indaba. So, when Visit Spokane presented the merits of our fair city to the region over video chat, the event planners could sip some of Spokane’s finest beverages while watching.

“They were like ‘Wow!’ afterwards,” Winchester says. “We’d never done anything like that before. It was actually very successful.”

Not only that, but the dearth of tourism-related travel, Curran says, gave Spokane a chance to get in front of the sorts of influential event planners who would never have given the Lilac City a second look before.

“There was one in particular; he said, ‘OK, fine, you’ve convinced me. I’ll come to look at Spokane,’” Curran says.

Using $2.5 million of CARES Act money, Visit Spokane has been running ads all over the place, including in Seattle and Portland.

It may seem odd to spend money on tourismrelated advertising during a time when tourism is so limited. But Winchester argues that it makes perfect sense. It’s about planting a seed that, by the time restrictions are finally lifted, has blossomed into fullgrown Spokane-bound wanderlust.

“People are dreaming right now,” Winchester says.

“Our job is to get people to dream and commit.”

And that’s where Sawyer, with the Sports Commission, sees a lot of hope.

“There’s going to be some tremendous opportunities for those communities around the country who have survived COVID,” Sawyer says. They’re lining up events for the third and fourth quarter next year.

In one sense, Spokane got lucky.

For years, the delays and setbacks getting the Podium — the $53-million state-of-the-art sports tourism megaplex — off the ground had been a source of frustration. Think of all the economic impact we were losing out on!

It turns out, it was more like missing a flight for a plane that ended up crashing. The Podium’s soft opening is scheduled for next fall, right when — hopefully — the virus has been beaten back enough to take advantage of the megaplex.

“Maybe we’re all vaccinated,” Sawyer says. “Who knows what’s going to happen.”

And when the time comes for vaccinations, the facilities district knows of a few huge, well-ventilated facilities perfect for administering those vaccinations.

“At the convention center, they are ready to possibly become one of the locations for vaccinations,” Winchester says. ◆

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HUMOR

COMEDIAN CASEY STRAIN AT NEATO BURRITO

You Gotta Laugh Spokane’s comedy community is working to keep the funny alive If there was ever a time we could all use a good laugh, it’s 2020. But of all the sectors of the economy punished by the pandemic, it’s arguably been the worst for live entertainment venues and the artists that fill them.

For the Spokane comedy scene, the various shutdowns and gathering restrictions have meant no live shows on local stages, from the tiniest open-mic nights at bars and restaurants to the big-name headliners like Jo Koy or Kevin James who had to cancel tour stops in the Lilac City at the FIRST INTERSTATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS and the FOX THEATER, respectively.

The SPOKANE COMEDY CLUB relies on a combination of touring comedians and local talent to fill its stage every week, and they’ve had to completely pivot their business plan since March in the hope of surviving to host real standup shows again.

The club is booking touring headliner comedians for the months ahead while hoping restrictions ease, including Pauly Shore (Jan. 21-23), Bobcat Goldthwait (Feb. 26-27), Jen Kirkman (March 4-6) and Spokane’s own Kelsey Cook (June 3-5). But waiting for a real reopening, the business has converted into a restaurant

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called SPOKANE SHAKE COMPANY to keep its staff working and building open. It offers 30 flavors of milkshakes as well as pizzas, gourmet hot dogs and more.

When able to be open under limited capacity, the club hosted trivia nights and comedy shows on video, and it pivoted yet again to takeout-only when the latest shutdown kicked in.

“We’ve been closed for … months with no end in sight and, you know, bills to pay and staff with families to feed, and we realized we needed to do something for the club to survive and thrive longterm,” co-owner Adam Norwest says. “As soon as something happens that allows us to have comedy, we’ll have it again.”

Open-mic nights at spots ranging from NEATO BURRITO to the KNITTING FACTORY-adjacent DISTRICT BAR to the RIDLER PIANO BAR, among others, have obviously been put on hold, meaning local standup talent has been forced offstage. Some of them have enhanced their profile online, including long-time Spokane comedian Deece Casillas, who hosts THE SOCIAL HOUR podcast, as well as short video clips.

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some tour dates in states with different regulations governing gatherings, but haven’t been able to perform in Spokane since March. Spokane’s preeminent improv theater group, BLUE DOOR THEATRE, hasn’t opened its doors for live shows since March, but has filled the void by creating videos for YouTube.

Some comedians have tried doing live shows via Zoom, but Casillas says those shows just lack the energy bouncing between performer and audience that comedy requires to satisfy anyone.

“There’s an energy and vibe with it that just gets disrupted over online when you just have people staring at you through a screen,” Casillas says.

While comedy fans will have to wait until venues reach Phase 4 of the state’s reopening guidelines, barring some change from Gov. Jay Inslee, Casillas is confident the audience will be there.

“The audience will be grateful, comics will be grateful, everyone will be grateful,” he says. “We’ll have a better perspective of what we have in the ability to go out and enjoy a night of laughter instead of the chaos we have been more accustomed to these days.”

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HEALTH

Staying Flexible Local gyms and yoga studios keep adjusting to ongoing pandemic If you had just gotten back into your gym routines, the

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new, in-person restrictions from Gov. Jay Inslee may have thrown you a bit of a curveball. Like all industries, exercise spots are having to adjust to a new climate of uncertainty, balancing financial pragmatism with their longterm commitments to community health.

After all, we exercise to stay healthy; no one wants to pick up the virus along with their barbells. While it may be frustrating to have to adjust your exercise routine, there are many local businesses looking to assist you, and waiting eagerly to welcome you back once it’s safe for them to do so.

One of the more fascinating and uplifting elements of the pandemic has been seeing the response of local communities to rally and support one another. For instance, FARMGIRLFIT, a woman-owned gym with locations in East Spokane and Coeur d’Alene, posted their surprise when one of their members reacted to the new restrictions by designing a shirt for the business that they could sell to raise money. They also have branded masks available for purchase, as does SPOKANE BOXING GYM. Another locally owned studio, SPOKANE BARRE, has been similarly innovative, spending the past few months creating a library of video workouts for members to watch at home.

More traditional gyms have also been impacted by this yo-yo of restrictions and relaxations of guidelines. In response to the new closure, MÜV FITNESS, with locations scattered across the Spokane area, is in the process of developing virtual classes to post online.

PLANET FITNESS, famous for its incredibly affordable plans, has been doing an excellent job uploading regular content to support home workout routines, as has the YMCA OF THE INLAND NORTHWEST. Gyms like ANYTIME FITNESS are recognizing their role in providing health and fitness information that can help keep the community healthy. Other gyms, like SNAP FITNESS, have their eyes on re-opening after this phase is over.

In the meantime, they are suspending all membership dues.

One exercise experience that can be harder to re-create at home is the yoga studio. Many of us go to yoga classes precisely to escape our daily routines, to settle into a place specifically set aside for meditation, focus and self acceptance. SHALA LIVING YOGA, which recently moved into a new home studio, is currently live-streaming classes. BEYOUTIFUL, a hot yoga studio with locations around the area and a connected business, HOME GROWN KIDS YOGA, is also running virtual classes which can be booked through the Mindbody app. HARMONY YOGA, a long-standing studio on the lower South Hill, is also offering Zoom classes.

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SPOKANE SHOCK

Bouncing Back It won’t be long before sports are back in Spokane In March, the SPOKANE SHOCK — a name once thought to be no more when the Arena Football League franchise folded in 2015 — were almost back. The first game of the year was days away for the Indoor Football League team.

But then, of course, the COVID-19 pandemic hit.

For team owner Sam Adams, the COVID-19 pandemic was — for lack of a better term — a major shock.

“We were ready to go,” Adams says. “And then it was kaput.”

Adams, a retired Seattle Seahawks defensive tackle, says he thought it might only delay the season by a few months. But ultimately, the Indoor Football League canceled the season.

Today, however, Adams is optimistic that the next season will start on time, almost exactly a year after the pandemic first hit. The Shock will host the Tampa Bay Tornadoes in a preseason game on March 21 before the season officially starts on April 2.

The IFL announced that season tickets will go on sale at the end of November, and all season ticket holders from 2020 will have their tickets rolled over for 2021.

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What will the games look like? That’s still up in the air. Adams says he doesn’t know yet if Spokane will be able to have fans at the games, adding that he will rely on the advice from state and local health officials. He has strong belief, however, that a vaccine will be distributed to enough people to allow fans in the Spokane Arena.

“I believe we will have a vaccine. I believe we will be able to have fans at the beginning of the season. I believe we will be able to have fans in the stands. How many? I’m not sure,” Adams says. “We have every inclination that we will be able to do it.”

If a vaccine doesn’t slow the pandemic by then, they still plan to play the games and test players regularly.

“We’re going to go out there and play in a parking lot if we have to,” Adams says.

For now, the players are all training in different areas of the country, sending videos to the coach of their training regimen. Adams can’t wait for them to return to Spokane in the coming months.

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Meanwhile, they will monitor how things go for other Spokane-area sports teams, including the SPOKANE CHIEFS, who are scheduled to begin a truncated season starting Jan. 8. It remains unclear whether fans will be permitted into any of those games, too. The Western Hockey League says a final determination has not been made, since it will be decided by local health authorities.

“The WHL looks forward to continuing work with government and health authorities in our region and will implement any measures that are necessary to protect our players, staff, officials and fans during the COVID-19 pandemic,” the league announced in a news release.

The SPOKANE INDIANS are looking forward to next season, too. They had their entire season canceled in June, the first time Spokane went a summer without baseball since 1957. The organization did hold other events, however, including Ballpark Dinners to Go for people to get a cheap dinner and the Infield Cafe lunch service at Avista Stadium. ◆

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to be stuck inside. Our region offers ample opportunities to explore, from weather-dependent activities like skiing to endeavors that simply require a slight seasonal adjustment.

Fishing, for example, easily adapts for year-round enjoyment, says Sean Visintainer of SILVER BOW FLY SHOP, whose slogan is “Making fish nervous since 1988.”

The Spokane River is one of the best cold weather fisheries around, says Visintainer.

“The river temps stay warmer than other waters, it never freezes, has plenty of access, and you don’t have to travel far!” Check Silver Bow for gear, then check out more recommendations — the fly shop’s crew members love to share their expertise — including Rocky Ford Creek, a year-round spring creek in central Washington, and the Snake River for steelhead.

SPOKANE PARKS & REC is another trusted name in outdoor activities. Find a park to explore on their website, my.spokanecity.org/parksrec, which lists more than 120 regional parks, community centers and aquatic facilities.

Their winter activity guide includes both crosscountry skiing and snowshoeing, where you can learn and explore with area experts like Cris Currie, author of several guidebooks on Spokane-area skiing.

“The best route for beginning snowshoers at Mount Spokane is the Lower Kit Carson Loop Road to Smith Gap and the snowshoe hut,” says Currie, who will lead several skiing and snowshoe classes for Spokane Parks & Rec this winter.

“There is a Sno-Park lot right across from the trailhead, 1.8 miles up from the park entrance. Trail 100 can be used for the return route and is single-track.”

Of course Parks & Rec has kids’ programs, too, like during winter break for ages 9-12 at Mount Spokane State Park.

With hundreds of miles of biking, hiking and horse trails, MOUNT SPOKANE STATE PARK has been a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts since opening in 1927.

In the winter, get your Sno-Park permit, register the sled and go explore 18 miles of groomed snowmobiling area. Work for it with Nordic or alpine skiing, as well as snowshoeing.

Or head over to nearby MT. SPOKANE SKI AND SNOWBOARD PARK, which is ready for winter with skiing and snowboarding lessons, rentals and lift tickets.

Check out the Ladies Only clinics through March 2021.

And although Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park is not offering tubing this season, they recommend fun-seekers seek out BEAR CREEK LODGE, also in Mead, for an excellent time slipping and sliding your way through winter.

For that all-important winter gear, skiers and boarders should head to SHRED SPORTS OUTLET, DICK'S SPORTING GOODS, REI SPOKANE or the SPOKANE ALPINE HAUS, which boasts more than 40 years in the biz.

Done with that equipment or looking for the most affordable way to ease into the winter sport season?

Check out PLAY IT AGAIN SPORTS for pre-owned gear that fits your shoe size and your budget.

Visit either SPORTSMAN'S WAREHOUSE location (Spokane Valley and Spokane) and NORTH 40 OUTFITTERS for a range of outdoor gear, like binoculars, for a low-impact winter activity that will have you seeing the Northwest in a whole new light.

This is a perfect time to get outside to go BIRDWATCHING, specifically ducks, says Alan McCoy, president of the Spokane Audubon Society, who describes the quackers as “some of the most beautiful birds on the planet in their very freshest and brightest plumage.”

McCoy recommends Mount Spokane, Liberty Lake, Iller Creek, Stevens Creek in general and this handy guide from Audubon Washington: wa.audubon. org/birds/great-washington-state-birding-trail. If you’re specifically looking for ducks, geese or swan, try Slavin Conservation Area, Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge or the Spokane River.

“Even though waterfowl are out in the open and just ‘sitting ducks,’” says McCoy, “when humans approach they will gradually make their way to the other side of the lake or river or abruptly fly away to another spot even farther away.” The best way to view them is a slow and careful approach, leaving the pooch at home and limiting your talking to a whisper.

You’ll need good binoculars for general birdwatching, says McCoy, but for watching waterfowl, he recommends a spotting scope or a camera with a good zoom lens. Another helpful tool: free, downloadable apps that help you identify what you’re seeing.

“But you don’t have to have anything at all to appreciate these wonderful creatures,” says McCoy. “You just need to get outside to a nearby lake or river and watch and listen!” ◆

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In the Spotlight Forced to cancel shows, local theater groups are navigating COVID challenges with the creativity they’re known for Nine months ago, local theaters — like all performing arts venues — had to make the difficult decision to postpone the few remaining shows in their 2019-20 seasons. As the pandemic grew in severity, however, they found themselves facing an indefinite period of closure.

Many venues chose to make the most of the downtime. Instead of the usual nonstop cycle of staging one production while preparing for the next, they seized the opportunity to concentrate on general housekeeping, long-neglected inventories and future programming.

“We’ve never been paused this long,” says Jake Schaefer, creative director at the SPOKANE CIVIC THEATRE. “And so, consequently, we’ve never had this much time to pay mind. All that ‘non-space’ space is finally getting looked at. We’ve reorganized. We’ve cleaned up areas. A lot of the backstage areas and storage areas are being evaluated for safety.”

Other theaters, like STAGE LEFT, took the time to strengthen their grant-writing chops. That has since helped them secure much-needed funds from organizations like ArtsWA and the National Endowment for the Arts.

At the same time, Spokane’s theater community is driven by a perpetual desire to create and perform. As the cancellations that cleared their performance schedules in spring and summer extended into fall, the actors, crew and staff looked for new ways to bring entertainment and escape to their socially distant audiences.

In October, for instance, Stage Left debuted Masterpiece Monologues, a prerecorded collection of regional actors performing 13 one-person plays written by regional playwrights. It cleverly (and safely) filled

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the strange void left by empty seats and empty stages.

And now that winter’s upon us, local theaters large and small are working as hard as ever to continue filling that void. Stage Left is getting into the holiday spirit with An Evening of Carols on Dec. 15 at 7 pm.

Hosted by Molly Allen, this livestreamed evening of songs and stories will feature Abbey Crawford, Amber Fiedler, Alyssa Day, Mathias Oliver and many other favorites of the local stage. See facebook.com/ StageLeftTheater for updates.

The holidays are also causing SPOKANE CHILDREN'S THEATRE to break out in song. On Dec. 20, SCT is planning to host its first-ever Family Christmas Sing-Along. It will be all the fun of doorto-door caroling but from the comfort of your own home. To find out how and when to participate, visit spokanechildrenstheatre.org.

In collaboration with SPOKANE PUBLIC RADIO, the Civic is presenting an updated version of a play that has long been a fixture of the theater’s holiday programming: Minneapolis playwright Barbara Field’s adaptation of A Christmas Carol. This year, Field has restyled her work once again — but this time it’s for the radio.

On Dec. 11, audiences will be able to tune into this audio version of Dickens’ classic live on 91.1 FM. Afterward you can stream it online right up to Dec. 24.

The cast is a veritable who’s who of Spokane’s theatrical talent, including Bryan Harnetiaux, Dawn Taylor Reinhardt, Patrick McHenry-Kroetch, Patrick Treadway, Melody Deatherage, Troy Nickerson, Bill Marlowe and many, many others. You can also catch fun nonholiday-themed performances from the theater’s Civic Presents series at vimeo.com/spokanecivictheatre.

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If improv is more your thing, BLUE DOOR THEATRE has been busy putting its own twist on TV. Over the past few months they’ve built up a collection of Zoom-style sketches about chicken nuggets, TikToks riffing on Earth Day as well as different punchlines to Furby jokes. To watch these improv episodes and whimsical thought experiments, visit bluedoortheatre.com and follow the links to their YouTube channel.

For a little more Broadway-style glitz and pizzazz, the acclaimed cast of Jagged Little Pill is reuniting to perform selections from the recent Tony-nominated rock musical as part of a live concert in New York City. Tickets are available through STCU BEST OF BROADWAY, and they’re good for the livestreamed premiere on Dec. 13 at 5pm as well as on-demand access until Dec. 15. Just a few days after that, on Dec. 19 at 7pm, the FIRST INTERSTATE CENTER FOR THE ARTS is presenting The Hip Hop Nutcracker as a streaming event. This is an updated, high-energy dance spectacular set to Tchaikovsky’s iconic music and enhanced by digital graffiti and other cool visuals.

For tickets, show details and viewing info, head to firstinterstatecenter.org.

For those who are inclined to charitable giving around the holidays, please bear in mind that nearly all of the theaters mentioned here have donation buttons on their websites. Your support helps them keep creating and operating in the midst of so much uncertainty.

Also, during an already trying time, IGNITE! COMMUNITY THEATER has found itself looking for a new host venue. To offer this resilient troupe advice or a helping hand as they search for a new home, reach out to them via igniteonbroadway.org. ◆

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Cinematic Escape Hollywood has taken a hit during the pandemic, but Spokane’s theaters are still hanging in there Going to the movies is an experience like no other.

It’s solitary, because you let yourself get swept up in the story on screen, but it’s also communal, because you’re surrounded by other people doing the same.

It’s that latter aspect that has presented movie theater owners with some challenges during the coronavirus pandemic, as well as bringing Hollywood’s release schedule to a standstill. Although Washington theaters have mostly been closed throughout the pandemic — save for a brief window when they were able to reopen at limited capacities — our city’s big screens are still there, waiting to transport viewers to far-off worlds again. Here’s a rundown of the area’s movie theaters, which will hopefully be projecting great cinema soon.

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This is the area’s largest multiplex, boasting a whopping 20 screens on the top floors of the downtown River Park Square shopping center. Spokane’s AMC location offers something for everyone: You can check out all the biggest blockbusters in Dolby sound and on IMAX screens, but you’ll also be able to feed your brain with the indie, arthouse, foreign films and documentaries that the theater books through its Artisanal Films series. 808 W. Main, amctheatres.com, 877-262-4450

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First opening in 1945, the Garland Theater had a long history of management changes and business models before settling into its status as Spokane’s favorite and longest-running discount movie theater.

You only have to wait a few weeks after its initial release date to see a major movie at half the price of a regular ticket, and with its attached craft cocktail bar, Bon Bon, and recently updated food menu, the Garland is one of the best places in town to enjoy a night out. 924 W. Garland, garlandtheater.com 327-2509 Another cinematic Spokane institution, the Magic Lantern first started screening arthouse offerings in 1973 in a location on Wall Street. It closed and reopened, and closed and reopened again, and it’s been in the Community Building on Main Street since 2007. In all that time, however, the Lantern’s commitment to the out-there and the offbeat hasn’t changed, and you can always expect to see something challenging and insightful on either of its two screens. Enjoy beer and wine alongside the bottomless popcorn. 25 W. Main, magiclanternonmain.com, 209-2383 SPONSORED CONTENT

One of the biggest movie theater chains in the country has two locations in Spokane — one in the Northtown Mall, the other in the Valley Mall — both of which have been bringing cinematic treasures to the Inland Northwest for at least a couple decades now. Enjoy the most talked-about films from their comfy reclining seats, and signing up for the Regal Crown Club program gets you rewards and freebies the more often you go to the movies. 4750 N. Division and 14760 E. Indiana, Regmovies.com, (844) 462-7342

The Village Centre theater chain isn’t anywhere near as big as AMC or Regal, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t equally committed to crystal clear picture, rumbling sound and a diverse roster of cinematic offerings.

Its Wandermere and Airway Heights locations are regional favorites, and you’re just as likely to see a family-friendly box office hit as a more obscure drama for grownups on their screens. 12622 N. Division and 10117 W. State Route 2, spokanemovies.com, 2327727 ◆

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Colorful Days Ahead The pandemic offers the perfect time to explore your creative side We're pretty sure math genius Albert Einstein meant it positively when he reputedly said, “Creativity is contagious. Pass it on.” And how apropos to 2020 when many people have rediscovered their inner artist, especially while spending more time at home and in need of outlets for their creative energies. Whether you’re just starting out or an experienced maker, there are three avenues to consider: art and craft supplies, take-home kits, and classes or events designed to spur you on.

SPOKANE ART SUPPLY

They’ve been the go-to art supply depot since 1954, beloved by experienced and would-be artists alike.

How about a traveling watercolor kit for the many, many (many) jaunts you’ve been taking outdoors lately? Discover a range of painting and drawing media and benefit from their expert advice, including recommendations for gift ideas for all the other budding artists you know. 1303 N. Monroe St., spokaneartsupply.com, 327-6628

ART SALVAGE

Other than a friendly staff excited to share the latest donations they’ve received in their northside store, you never know what you’re going to find at Art Salvage.

The region’s first retail outlet for repurposed, recycled and related arts and craft materials is geared toward any level of maker. Let their ever-changing inventory inspire your next project or check out one of their many craft kits like the DIY Wine Cork Board kit. 1925 N. Ash St., artsalvagespokane.com, 598-8983

SPOKANE PRINT & PUBLISHING CENTER

Located next door to Art Salvage, this innovative space offers hands-on workshops in all manner of printing. Although classes are on hold for now, consider a gift certificate for a future class, such as learning to use the letterpress or creating your own screenprint.

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For everyone looking forward to 2021, the MAC offers yet another reason to do so. In January, they’ve scheduled a batik class with artist Nicholas Sironka, which bodes well for future classes at everyone’s favorite museum. 2316 W. First Ave., northwestmuseum.org, 456-3931 SPONSORED CONTENT

POLKA DOT POTTERY

Four locations dot the Spokane-area map for this fun ceramic arts center: Northwest Boulevard, Pines in Spokane Valley, Spokane Valley Mall and River Park Square. Reserve a table where you can glaze your own pre-made clay items (masks required, limited capacity), create a to-go kit to do at home, or choose a pre-made kit. Once your painted pieces are finished firing, they’re ready for pickup and, since you’re there, you’ll probably want to see what else you can try.

2716 W. Northwest Blvd., 327-5437; 808 W. Main Ave #225, 624-2264; 118 S. Pines Rd., Spokane Valley, 924-2292; 14700 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley, 596-8076; polkadotpottery.com

PINOT'S PALETTE

They started as the perfect pairing, adult beverages and art, but the plethora of paint-and-sip venues have become a fun entrée into making art, with or without the wine. Pinot’s Palette on Sprague Avenue offers both virtual classes — use your own supplies or purchase theirs — and assorted take-home painting kits that appeal to all ages. 319 W. Sprague Ave., pinotspalette.com/spokane, 290-5098

PAINTING WITH A TWIST

Find more paint-to-go kits at this Spokane Valley store, with either prerecorded virtual instruction or live instruction via Zoom. Stay tuned to their website, which is teeming with events, including transitioning back to in-studio painting sessions so you and your friends can make a date out of it. 11703 E. Sprague Ave., #B3, Spokane Valley, paintingwithatwist.com, 413-9892

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Similar to paint-and-sip locations, Board & Brush offers in-person workshops (currently on a limited basis) and at-home kits to help you paint, letter and craft ordinary wood into ornaments, signs and other home décor. 1314 S. Grand Blvd., #3, boardandbrush. com/spokane, 821-0105

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Traveling to far and distant places always makes for a welcome change from the familiar. But, let’s face it, it can also be a pain in the neck. Planning, packing, missed connections, long layovers, unfamiliar streets, stressful interactions — these are the kinds of things that make us need a post-vacation vacation. And these days, we also can’t forget that even a short domestic flight carries some additional risks requiring extra precautions.

Hence the beauty of the staycation. It’s a break from the mundane but without the hassle of being in transit. You get to leave behind your predictable routines and the boredom of the ordinary, yet you’re still close enough to nip back home and triple-check that you locked the back door and turned off the oven. That’s the peace of mind that makes for a truly relaxing time.

Here are five local spots that can help you escape the monotony of sheltering at home without having to work too hard for it.

MIRABEAU PARK HOTEL

Of the 235 spacious guest rooms at Mirabeau Park Hotel, those with fully equipped kitchenettes might be best for enjoying top-notch takeout for two from the hotel’s Max restaurant and lounge. And during the holiday season, the hotel’s stunning light display makes things even more festive. This year, its “Home for the Holidays” promotion (Dec. 20–26) is perfect for staycationing couples. It includes two complimentary glasses of wine or beer, and guests who pay for two nights get a third night free. 1100 N. Sullivan Rd., Spokane Valley, mirabeauparkhotel.com, 924-9000

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HOTEL INDIGO SPOKANE

Hotel Indigo might be the new kid on the block, but this dog-friendly boutique hotel pays plenty of homage to the history of its building as well as its city. Each of its elevator lobbies takes a cue from one of the hotel’s previous names: Atlantic, Earle, Milner, Otis and Willard.

And each of its 108 rooms features a mural of Spokane past or present. The onsite restaurant, Magnolia American Brasserie, serves dishes inspired by rustic French cuisine as well as perennial favorites for domestic palates. 110 S. Madison St., ihg.com, 862-6400

NORTHERN QUEST CASINO & RESORT

Far enough outside Spokane to feel like a minibreak, close enough to be, well, super close, Northern Quest gathers every amenity you could want and puts it under one roof. La Rive Spa pampers you while also practicing safe public health guidelines. Masselow’s Steakhouse offers premium three- or four-course curated meals, whereas EPIC Sports Bar lets you indulge your comfort food cravings in style. And, of course, there’s always the chance to win big at the casino itself.

100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, northernquest. com, 877-871-6772

RUBY RIVER HOTEL

For riverside relaxation with proximity to downtown, nothing beats the Ruby River Hotel. On brisk winter mornings, you might wake up and see the steam wisping off the Spokane River. Better still, it’s close to SPONSORED CONTENT

walking, jogging and cycling paths like the Centennial Trail — which, incidentally, will be lit in grand style in front of the hotel to celebrate the holiday. The in-house Osprey Restaurant & Bar pairs handcrafted cocktails with seasonal, regional ingredients. 700 N. Division St, rubyriverhotelspokane.com, 326-5577

MONTVALE HOTEL

Back in 1899, you could rent a room at the Montvale for $5 per month. Today, Spokane’s oldest boutique hotel still remains affordable — though not quite to the same degree. Its historic charm and downtown location make it ideal for a cozy, upscale retreat, even if the free WiFi lets you stay connected with the wider world.

Downstairs you’ll find the Gilded Unicorn, which makes a fine signature mac ’n’ cheese and some excellent cocktails to go. The bonus? As a guest, you get 10 percent off there. 1005 W. First Ave., montvalespokane. com, 624-1518

THE HISTORIC DAVENPORT

There are few places in Spokane that are more synonymous with the history of the city than the Davenport Hotel. Today, this regal landmark continues to offer more than just luxury lodging and premium amenities. With its magnificent architecture and impeccable service, it’s something closer to the experience of being transported to a world of timeless grandeur that exists outside the here and now. What better spot for an overnight getaway? 10 S. Post St., davenporthotelcollection.com, 800-899-1482 ◆

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Health Bumpers Local bowling alleys face unique challenges with COVID restrictions Unlike some activities, bowling really can’t be replicated on Zoom. For one, carrying a bowling ball around your home sounds like a recipe for squashing a toe or giving a cat a heart attack.

Whether you bowl professionally or just like having the option for date nights, family-friendly excursions, bachelorette parties or other outings, you have probably felt the absence of another of our communal escapes. Like movie theaters, bowling alleys in the Spokane area are temporarily closed, and with them has disappeared the familiar smell of french fries, squeak of bowling shoes and sound (or, for the less talented among us, lack of the sound) of pins crashing.

Below you’ll find some information on our local bowling alleys, the steps they’ve taken to comply with pandemic guidelines, and the outlook for these businesses moving forward.

NORTH BOWL

If you were to choose a bowling alley on food alone, you’d be hard pressed to find a better option than North Bowl. Their extensive menu includes lots of meat and vegetarian options, and is available for takeout. Equipped with a pub, pro shop and nightly light effects, North Bowl is a great option for kid-friendly get togethers, as well as those looking to perfect their skills. 125 W. Sinto Ave., (509) 328-7090

VALLEY BOWL

Valley Bowl makes joining a league welcoming and nonintimidating. They have leagues for all ages and skill levels, encouraging community and growth. Their website features a detailed schedule for when leagues meet, including groups called Senior Slickers and Valley Ladies Scratch. They also have a trophies and award shop, where you can get custom engraved gifts. 8005 E. Sprague Ave., (509) 926-6245

LILAC LANES AND CASINO

If you follow them on Facebook, you know Lilac Lanes and Casino has been maximizing its time during shutdowns to improve their space, working on repairs and renovations that will make reopening even more exciting for patrons who’ve missed their lanes.

While the bowling side of the business is closed, the casino is open, as well as the pro shop where you can get any supplies and equipment that you need. 1112 E. Magnesium Rd., (509) 4675228

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Located inside Rosa’s Pizza, Cheney Lanes is a cozy spot for gettogethers and a staple activity for EWU students. While the lanes are temporarily closed, takeout and delivery is still available for the pizza side of things. Cheney Lanes has worked hard to follow all health and safety protocols, and looks forward to welcoming guests back once it is safe to do so. 1706 2nd St., Cheney, 2355263 ◆

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Art in Flux Many local galleries remain open under COVID-19 restrictions, in addition to hosting virtual exhibitions for at-home viewing While museums across Washington state were recently forced to close their galleries to the public yet again, a good chunk of small, local art galleries that showcase regional artists’ work remain open.

And while its exhibit halls are closed for now, the Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture has figured out creative ways to engage the public.

In-person visits to these spaces are subject to wearing a face mask, using hand sanitizer and staying 6 feet from others. Many of the region’s galleries, full of locally made gift ideas, are also encouraging visitors to schedule appointments to visit to further ensure safety.

Many galleries remain closed, opting to move exhibitions online. This includes most of the region’s universities, as well as some of the area’s larger public galleries.

While viewing art online might not offer the same emotional response as seeing a piece in person, one benefit of these online shows is increased access for art lovers near and far.

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

While folks hoping to see the four current main exhibitions — ranging from pop art to a World War II retrospective — will have to wait until Dec. 15 or later, the museum is engaging the public in several other ways in the meantime. The MAC store — a great place to find local gifts — remains open with limited hours, Friday through Sunday from 10 am-3 pm, during the temporary closure. Other activities centered on the holiday season, like festive fun at the historic Campbell House, also continue. Each Saturday in December, for a $5 suggested donation, families can enjoy a socially distanced, outdoor experience that includes a light display at the Campbell House and a vintage Christmas window display from the old Crescent department store, among other activities. Follow the MAC on social media or head to its website for the latest updates on the reopening of its galleries, and for more news on special events. 2316 W. First, northwestmuseum.org, 456-3931

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This downtown mainstay inside the historic Liberty Building has long been a haven for local artists working in media of all types seeking exposure, and for art lovers to consistently find high-quality gifts, decor, fine art and one-of-a-kind pieces. Pottery Place Plus debuted as an artist cooperative in 1978, and is member owned and operated. Throughout this pandemic-shadowed year, the gallery/shop has continued to host monthly, featured guest artists alongside its members’ work. Pottery Place is open daily for in-person viewing and shopping, but also has an online store and gallery for direct purchases

and inquiries. Gift cards can also be purchased there.

Additionally, the website features an artist page where supporters can find links to each member’s personal website. 203 N. Washington St., potteryplaceplus.com, 327-6920

Spokane Art School

Although its popular classes led by some of the region’s most recognizable artists — Tom Quinn, Karen Mobley, Megan Perkins, Liz Bishop and many more — have been on pause since March, Spokane Art School has thankfully continued sharing art in other ways. Through its small gallery space, the nonprofit has kept people connected with the local art scene, including via its current Small Ornament and Small Works Show, through early January. Spokane Art School also has an online gallery and storefront for those who’d like a glimpse of what’s new without leaving home. If you visit in person, the school is currently open on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 am to 5 pm. 811 W. Garland Ave., spokaneartschool.net, 325-1500

Terrain Gallery

While Terrain lost its flagship events in 2020 to COVID-19, including the titular one-night arts festival and two seasonal artisan markets, the nonprofit’s physical gallery has remained open. While its recent printmaking show Huella Dactilar just wrapped up, arts supporters can expect another exhibition to go up in its place for December, and more in the new year. As with many of its counterparts, Terrain’s staff has also been posting images of recent shows’ art to a virtual gallery space, where purchases can also be made. The Terrain gallery is currently open Thursday through Saturday from 6-8 pm with new showcases debuting the first Friday of the month from 5-8 pm. 304 W. Pacific Ave., terrainspokane.com

Trackside Studio Ceramic Art Gallery

Each December, Trackside Studio on downtown’s west end hosts its annual Cup of Joy invitational, featuring handmade vessels — cups, mugs, steins, bowls, etc. — from artists around the region and the country.

The seventh iteration of the exhibition is open and continues through mid-January. To visit the gallery and working ceramic studio, home to local clay artists Gina Freuen, Mark Moore and Chris Kelsey, current hours are Wednesday through Friday from 11 am to 5 pm, and Saturday from noon to 4 pm. Only three guests are allowed at a time, and face masks are required. The gallery has also launched an online store for those who can’t visit in person. 115 S. Adams St., tracksidestudio. net, 863-9904 ◆

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