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his week we’re peering into the future of HEALTH CARE, and to be frank, things are a bit hazy. What will happen to Obamacare under President Trump? How will a new medical school in Spokane impact care? And what’s behind the hospital mergers and consolidation? We dig into those questions and many others, while we explore ways you can become an empowered patient who gets the most out of your health care. As one patient advocate tells staff reporter Wilson Criscione: “The doctor is a professional, but nobody is more informed about an individual than that particular individual.” Our coverage begins on page 20.

Also this week: We take a closer look at Coeur d’Alene’s exploding arts scene (page 27), restaurateur Jeremy Hansen’s newest ventures (page 31) and the various players lining up to replace Congresswoman Cathy McMorris Rodgers, should she join the Trump administration (page 13).

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uring just a 10-year period of time, 70 textile mills were closed or relocated.

They all came from a region where 80 percent of the entire United States cotton textile industry had existed — a percentage that shrunk to 20 percent in about 20 years.

So these corporations must have moved to Mexico, right? That damn NAFTA! Nope. These companies didn’t move to Mexico; they moved to the American South from New England, leaving a trail of ghost mill towns in their wake.

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uring the early 1950s we lived in Newport, Rhode Island. I remember weekend family drives up through Fall River, Massachusetts, where we saw rows of late 19th-century brick industrial buildings — all boarded up.

And it didn’t end with textiles. New England eventually lost jobs to the South in machinery, hosiery, apparel, electrical, paper, chemical and other important industries.

So why all this relocation? Long ago, in 1954 to be exact, John F. Kennedy, then a first-term senator from Massachusetts writing for the Atlantic Monthly, analyzed the causes. Kennedy acknowledged that the South had certain advantages: a milder climate, a larger potential workforce and cheaper power. He made clear that he wasn’t complaining about industrialization in the South.

Indeed, he praised the South for finally “obtaining some of New England’s many and well known advantages in skilled labor, research markets and credit facilities.” No, his complaint went to what he viewed to be an uneven playing field in large part created by Congress. He referred to the union-busting Taft-Hartley Act, together with the absence of federal minimum wage standards.

All the more annoying was the South’s unwillingness to acknowledge the important role that the federal government had played in the region’s economic progress and social services.

Kennedy noted that at the same time the South denounced big government, it was more than willing to use cheap power, courtesy of the federally developed Tennessee Valley Authority. In contrast, New England, Kennedy wrote, hadn’t “acquired for itself a single federal hydroelectric project.”

Back to the resultant unfair labor practices, Kennedy noted that not one of the Northeast’s mills that had moved still permitted collective bargaining. (This carried obvious long-term consequences, as today the U.S. ranks No. 1 in the world for its unequal distribution of wealth.)

Kennedy also drew attention to federal tax amortization benefits that Congress had granted to promote expansion in the South. He noted the unfair shipping rates and tax-free plant construction — all built with federal tax-exempt bonds.

Despite the troubles caused by these laws, Kennedy actually argued for more federal intervention, particularly where relocation was hit

hardest. He wanted to see “loans and assistance to small business, retraining unemployed industrial workers [and] tax amortization benefits for industries expanding in areas of chronic unemployment.”

The federal government was best positioned to fund and direct all these initiatives. (Think of the WPA, PWA and the CCC; think also of the G.I. Bill, Medicare and Medicaid. And yes, more recently, the Affordable Care Act.) Kennedy argued that his plan would benefit not just New England but the South as well.

After all, as he pointed out, despite its recent economic development, the South continued to experience a range of problems that brought with them seriously threatening long-range implications, including inadequate use of water resources, one-industry towns, the debilitating effects of long-term unemployment and economically insecure old age — “all trouble,” he pointed out, “to some degree in certain areas in the South, as well as in New England.” (He might also have brought up and discussed the self-inflicted effects of racism in the South, but he didn’t.)

Kennedy went on to note that even in 1954, employment in the South had “been affected by the impact of synthetic fibers, foreign competition and migration of the cotton textile industry” to Mexico, Central America and Asia. He argued that we ignore these storm signals at our peril; in effect, we tolerate robbing Peter to pay Paul — not a good way to go, especially in the global economy that Kennedy saw coming.

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he comparisons to today are especially on point when you read how Kennedy labeled industries attracted by unfair labor practices as “migrants.” He then asked a question as pertinent today as it was back in 1954: “What happens when [the South’s] new found benefactor leaves for another bargain elsewhere?” Today, those bargain destinations are Mexico, China or Vietnam; in Kennedy’s time it was South Carolina or Georgia.

And if you were an out-of-work textile worker in New England back in 1954, what difference would it have made whether your industry had relocated to South Carolina or Mexico? None whatsoever.

Kennedy concluded his article with these words of wisdom: Our goal should be, he wrote, “the expansion and prosperity of every section of the nation, not the ephemeral aggrandizement of one at the expense of another through the exploitation of impermanent and ultimately selfdestroying values.”

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COMMENT | TRAIL MIX

‘Hamilton Electors’ FINING THE ‘FAITHLESS’

Two Washington state electors could be fined $1,000 each for violating their signed pledges to vote for HILLARY CLINTON when the Electoral College meets Dec. 19. The electors, Bret Chiafalo and Levi Guerra, have filed a lawsuit in federal court arguing that the fine is unconstitutional.

The two are part of a national movement known as the “Hamilton Electors,” bent on denying DONALD TRUMP the presidency by voting for an alternative, yet unnamed, GOP candidate. However, Chiafalo and Guerra are Democratic electors, so their votes for a different Republican would not detract from Trump’s total. They hope to gain enough support around the country to subtract the 37 electoral votes it would take to bounce Trump from the White House.

Trump’s campaign has filed a response to the lawsuit, arguing that it threatens state laws elsewhere that bind electors to their pledge. Washington Attorney General Bob Ferguson also filed a response in defense of the state law. Similar lawsuits have popped up in Colorado and California.

A spokesman for Washington Secretary of State Kim Wyman tells the Seattle Times that a fine for “faithless electors” has never been assessed. The law was enacted in 1976 when a 30-year-old Republican elector named Mike Padden voted for Ronald Reagan over Gerald Ford. Padden is now a state senator representing Spokane Valley. (MITCH RYALS)

RAUL VS. CATHY

Idaho U.S. REP. RAUL LABRADOR wasn’t a Trump man. At least, not at first.

In May, Labrador only grudgingly endorsed Donald Trump’s presidential campaign, criticizing him for “not knowing much about the Constitution or politics.” But as the campaign progressed, Labrador championed Trump, holding rallies for the candidate in states across the nation.

Now, it’s possible that the congressman may be rewarded for his support with a position in the Trump administration. While reporting initially suggested that Labrador’s geographic neighbor, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers from Spokane, was going to be Trump’s pick to lead the Department of the Interior, the language surrounding Labrador sure sounded related to the same department.

“We discussed how we can work together to better manage our federal lands and unlock our country’s vast natural resources,” Labrador said in a statement after his meeting with Trump.

Similarly, Trump’s transition team leader Jason Miller praised Labrador’s “great familiarity with interior issues.”

By late Tuesday, however, news outlets began to report that Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke was now favored for the post. (DANIEL WALTERS)

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COMMENT | CONSERVATION merce and the Idaho Forest Group, the largest timber company in North Idaho.

It’s support that has been hard won over the past 12 years by the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness, a local advocacy group whose membership stretches across political lines to include everyone from ardent environmentalists to hardcore conservatives (and quite a few people who could be considered both). Together, they’ve secured the support of more than 6,700 people, 80 percent of whom live within two hours of the proposed Wilderness.

Our nation’s greatest monuments come not from what we choose to build, but from the places we choose to protect and preserve.

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any countries are defined by the common ancestry of their citizens. Here in the United States of America, we are defined by our shared landscape. We come to this place from every corner and every culture of the world, and it is this shared place — along with our democratic political system — that makes us Americans.

Sure, we celebrate rising cities with their skyscrapers, and these too are quintessentially American. However, our nation’s greatest monuments often come not from what we choose to build, but from the places we choose

to protect and preserve.

Acting in that spirit, this past week in the final days of the 114th Congress, Idaho U.S. Senator Jim Risch introduced legislation to create the Scotchman Peaks Wilderness Area. If so designated, Scotchman Peaks would become the first official Wilderness Area in North Idaho and, if only by a few dozen miles, the closest to Spokane.

Risch is acting on broad local support for the protection of the nearly 14,000 acres, known for their iconic mountain goats and the incredibly beautiful (and steep) climb to the area’s highest peak. The Wilderness designation is supported unanimously by the Bonner County Commission, the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Com-

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Risch’s reliance on breaking through partisan barriers and working with broad coalitions to protect Idaho’s public lands is nothing new. As Idaho’s governor, he steered the collaborative efforts leading to the state’s Roadless Rule, which provides temporary protection to the Scotchman Peaks and millions of similar priceless acres of functional wilderness today.

His focus on building public consensus can be powerful, and it’s smart — because he won’t be able to secure permanent protection on his own. While Risch has already committed to reintroducing the legislation early next year, he is actively seeking input from the public before proceeding. More voices are going to be needed to protect the Scotchman Peaks.

Idaho’s entire congressional delegation needs to get on board. It’s also particularly important that our representatives to Congress from Washington state endorse the effort, and this chance to protect wilderness so close to our border and Spokane.

So make a call, send an email, write a letter to the editor, and make sure your members of Congress know that this little piece of our nation deserves to be protected for generations to come.

Together, we can protect Scotchman Peaks for all of us. In this way, our democracy can protect our landscape.

Really, is there anything more American than that?  John T. Reuter, a former Sandpoint City Councilman, has been active in protecting the environment, expanding LGBT rights and Idaho’s Republican Party politics.

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Fidel,” 12/8/16) wondering why Cuba is communist after 50 plus years of Fidel Castro’s communism. When are we going to look at history and wonder why people hate the U.S.? There are two sides to every story.

Prior to 1959 there was a dictator [Fulgencio Batista] controlling Cuba.

The Mafia had control of numerous casinos in the country. Batista and a few cronies were rich and corrupt. Most of the people were poor and illiterate.

Prostitution was rampant as a way to survive. The government ruled by torture and murder. The country was ripe for a revolution by anybody with strength and charisma.

Castro came along and took over the country. He deceived the world by hiding his communistic beliefs for a little while and then came out openly.

So, the country went from one extreme on the right to the other extreme on the left.

In 1961, I met a young man in college who escaped from Cuba after Batista fell from power. He told me the story of how he was watching a baseball game. During a break, Castro’s soldiers marched out a group of people LETTERS who were then machine-gunned Send comments to to death in front of the crowd. That editor@inlander.com. opened my eyes to the fact that Castro wasn’t a saint. But the person telling me the story had a hard glint to his eyes, also. I could easily picture him being from the ruling class who subjugated the majority of the people.

I’ve since learned that the majority of the Cubans are now literate and can get free education as high as they want to go. Cubans have a large number of doctors who don’t get paid well but they do serve the health needs of the population. Opposition leaders are apparently still jailed, but I haven’t heard of any more rampant executions for a long time. We do business and trade with other communist countries like China all the time, so it is inconsistent to continue a boycott against Cuba.

My point is that violence and extremism on the right or left is wrong.

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KAREN LEWIS: This is a disaster for public lands and natural resources. :( CAROL IRION: Am extremely disappointed that the Inlander chooses to sugar-coat this very important Cabinet appointment! McMorris Rodgers has proven, by her Congressional voting record and other support (and her avoidance of constituents who disagree politically) that she is in lockstep with Republican leadership, especially Paul Ryan, who is committed to helping the Koch brothers and developers mine and develop America’s national parks and monuments! 

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With reports that Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers would become Donald Trump’s Secretary of the Interior, Spokane’s brashest politicians leapt to replace her — perhaps a bit too quickly, it appears

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athy McMorris Rodgers, the U.S. Representative for Eastern Washington’s 5th District, has never been a firebrand. She’s risen in Republican leadership by hewing close to GOP talking points. She’s been responsible for very few — if any — surprises during her 12 years in office.

The opposite is the case for the first four men vying to replace her: They’re among the brashest — occasionally the most incendiary — politicians in Spokane County.

Last Friday, several prominent newspapers reported that McMorris Rodgers was likely to be President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for Secretary of the Interior.

No official announcement was made, and by Tuesday afternoon, media outlets began to report that Montana Rep. Ryan Zinke was now favored. (Even if Zinke gets the Interior post, McMorris Rodgers, as a high-ranking Republican, could conceivably join the Trump adminstration in a different role.)

Despite the uncertainty, within hours of the reports on Friday, the local political landscape was in upheaval,

as many of Spokane’s biggest names began campaigning to replace McMorris Rodgers.

First, there’s City Council President Ben Stuckart, who, amid a scandal involving public records during the past year, accused Mayor David Condon of “blatant lies” and demanded that members of his administration resign.

Next, there’s Michael Baumgartner, an influential Republican state senator who gleefully trolls liberals on Twitter with tweets like the one calling the Washington State Supreme Court “mushy-headed” puppets of the teachers union.

Then there’s county Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich, who’s given long public lectures arguing that many critics of police — including media outlets — were dishonest and are making the world a more dangerous place.

Finally, there’s Washington state Rep. Matt Shea.

Reporters from local publications couldn’t even directly see Shea’s announcement on Facebook — he’d long ago blocked them. Shea uses the press as a foil, slamming the local media — he refers to them with names like the

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“In-Slander” and the “Socialist-Review” — to cheers from his crowds.

Others watching from the wings considered joining the fray: WSU Spokane Chancellor Lisa Brown, former Democratic state Speaker of the House, was waiting to see what McMorris Rodgers did.

Outgoing Republican state Rep. Kevin Parker said he was “seriously considering” a run, after his kids recently told him they were supportive.

Each of the first four declared candidates for McMorris Rodgers’ seat are brawlers, eager to leap into the ring and let their rhetorical punches fly.

On Friday, Baumgartner summed up the developing race by tweeting a screencap from the battle-to-the-death Hunger Games series: “Let the games begin. May the odds be ever in your favor.”

STUCKART AND BAUMGARTNER

Stuckart had planned to be mayor. In April, he officially filed — for a race that wouldn’t be held for three years.

He told the Inlander that he wouldn’t change his mind unless something drastic happened.

But even before Donald Trump was elected, Stuckart had changed his mind. His talents and experience, he now says, are as a legislator, not an administrator.

“I will definitively not be running for mayor in 2019,” Stuckart says. Trump, and his “super-partisan cabinet appointments,” just settled it. Local issues seemed less important to him than the fight against Republican proposals to gut Social Security or voucherize Medicare.

Stuckart says he wants to tackle poverty and income inequality at a national level. He wants to improve agricultural policy.

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Stuckart says he has a head start on challenging the congresswoman in 2018.

Yet he’s given up what almost seemed like a sure thing in the mayoral race — the city of Spokane leans slightly to the left — for a near impossibility. Stuckart would run as a Democrat, in the 5th District where the Democrats have lost every race in the past 22 years, usually by 20 percentage points or more.

And Stuckart — who has championed sickleave policies, universal health care and changing the name of Columbus Day to “Indigenous People’s Day” — doesn’t pretend he isn’t liberal.

“I think Ben is pretty radical and left-wing in his policy views,” Baumgartner says.

Baumgartner has mocked Stuckart’s leadership on Twitter — calling the Spokane City Council a “mini-me” of Seattle. After Stuckart passed a policy mandating sick leave for most businesses, Baumgartner pushed for legislation preventing local governments from passing sick-leave policies or minimum-wage increases.

He says he’s running for two reasons: “Beating radical socialists and beating radical Islamic terrorists.”

Baumgartner, an economics affairs officer with the State Department in Baghdad during the Iraq surge, texts over a list of how the United States can better fight ISIS, ranging from reworking how the government handles contractors to bringing in more speakers fluent in Arabic, Pashto and Farsi.

“Knowledge of how to defeat this enemy is really missing in Congress,” Baumgartner says.

That scorn is bipartisan.

During the primary, Baumgartner tweeted that Trump was “a narcissistic clown show” and “laughably vapid on policy.”

But since then, Baumgartner says, he’s been impressed with the pick of Gen. James “Mad Dog” Mattis for Secretary of Defense. He was pleased with Trump’s call with Taiwan’s president — the one that sent China into a tizzy.

Baumgartner, as conservative as Stuckart is liberal, relishes political maneuvers that infuriate Democrats.

He gloats, often on Twitter, about Republicans seizing control of the Senate, of successfully firing Gov. Jay Inslee’s Secretary of Transportation, and of sabotaging Inslee’s climate plan with a “poison pill” in a transportation package.

Both Stuckart and Baumgartner point to the other’s temperament as a weakness.

“Based on what we’ve seen from City Hall and the council, it looks pretty adversarial,” Baumgartner says.

Stuckart doesn’t apologize for his outspoken style. “I don’t ever really hold my mind back on speaking issues,” Stuckart says.

He criticizes Baumgartner for his eagerness to “throw bombs.”

However, both have readily shown that they can flip a switch from bomb-thrower to diplomat.

Stuckart’s salvos against Condon ceased the moment the recall effort against the mayor failed, and he resumed eagerly pursuing economic development strategies for the city. Baumgartner was the only local Republican to support the gas tax hike to fund a transportation package, ensuring funding for the north-south freeway.

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As critical as Baumgartner and Stuckart can be of each other, that’s nothing compared to the animosity between the two other men interested in McMorris Rodgers’ job.

SHEA VS. OZZIE

Plenty of local Republican politicians can talk about bad experiences they’ve had with state Rep. Matt Shea. Parker can talk about the time Shea came “unglued” after Parker voted against one of his amendments. Former County Commissioner Todd Mielke can tell you about being the target of an explosion of “spontaneous, extreme anger” from Shea.

But no two Spokane politicians, on either side of the aisle, talk about each other with as much venom as Shea and Sheriff Ozzie Knezovich.

Shea says the sheriff is “dangerous,” lacks integrity, and refers to him as a “willfully ignorant Loyalist” — like the colonists who sided with the British in the Revolutionary War. Knezovich has repeatedly called Shea a liar.

He’s suggested that Shea’s incendiary rhetoric could get police officers killed. He talks about the road rage incident where Shea brandished a firearm, about Shea’s involvement in the standoff at Cliven Bundy’s ranch in Nevada, and about Shea’s role in igniting the illegal occupation of the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge in eastern Oregon earlier this year.

It’s a conflict driven by both personality and philosophy. Shea speaks out against armored police vehicles, and has supported bills to constrain the use of civil forfeiture and unmarked police cars. By contrast, Knezovich has given multiple public lectures arguing that police militarization is a “myth.”

Knezovich is a counterpuncher. Hit him on his record or his integrity, and he hits back hard. He gets into fights with local conspiracy theorists on Facebook. He threatened Ron Wright, a former cop who sends out emails critical of the sheriff, with a defamation suit. He challenged wild-eyed Infowars conspiracymonger Alex Jones to a one-on-one debate.

Shea, meanwhile, has attacked Knezovich in interviews with Infowars. (Shea did not respond to requests for comments from the Inlander.)

The Knezovich-Shea feud goes back years and — despite a 2012 diplomatic summit between the two at a food court table near Yakisoba Noodles in the Spokane Valley Mall — has only escalated.

Shea praised Anthony Bosworth, who’d made a threatening Facebook post about Knezovich. Knezovich is aghast that Shea sent Bosworth down to the Malheur refuge as a “security specialist.”

In September, after Shea falsely alleged that a gun used in a 2015 triple murder had come from a sheriff’s deputy, Knezovich asked the local Republican Party to censure Shea. The Spokane County GOP refused to get involved.

Shea paints the world as a dramatic clash between good and evil, burnishing his fiery, sermon-like speeches with quotes from the Bible and the film Braveheart. He’s been predicting the catastrophic collapse of the U.S. economy for years — and argues that loving your neighbor means stocking up on food and ammunition for when the collapse finally comes. Knezovich sees this as fearmongering that could lead to violence.

Shea describes his campaign as part of a “no-compromise, principled constitutional conservative movement.” It’s a movement that doesn’t include McMorris Rodgers. Shea refused to endorse her during this year’s primary, considering an infrastructure and energy bill she supported to be “antithetical to Constitutional Conservatism.”

This stark approach to ultraconservative purity has its costs.

“His uncompromising nature has led to no real accomplishments in terms of policies passed,” Baumgartner says.

Two years ago, Baumgartner had complimented Shea for having “moved a lot of legislation.” Today, however, he pooh-poohs the bills Shea has actually passed, like those allowing counties to let ATVs drive on public roads, as “pretty milquetoast” measures that require “the permission of Seattle Democrats” to get through the Democratic-controlled Senate.

Knezovich, meanwhile, denies that his motivation for running is his feud with Shea.

“I think running for office to get even with somebody is a foolhardy venture,” Knezovich says. Instead, he says he looks at a country where police officers are shot and killed — and wants to unite a divided country.

“You’re not going to get there by electing people who weaponize hate — weaponized fear,” Knezovich says. He believes the federal government needs to fund community-led policing efforts.

By improving policing, Knezovich hopes, the tension between cops and the communities they serve can be lessened.

He also says that the U.S. needs to improve its mental-health system and continue to pursue independence from foreign oil.

Knezovich points to his willingness to stand up to Shea, when few other local Republicans would, and says it shows he’d be willing to defy Trump if necessary.

“I won’t surrender my core values,” Knezovich says. “Any policy that further divides this nation, you can expect me to stand up and say, ‘That’s a no-go.’”

But there’s a hypothetical scenario where Knezovich’s campaign could backfire: Knezovich and Baumgartner — and possibly Parker — could split the votes of more moderate Republicans in a primary contest, pitting Stuckart or Brown against Shea in the general election. And then, by sheer virtue of partisanship in a strongly conservative district, Shea could conceivably become McMorris Rodgers’ replacement.

Knezovich shudders at the idea.

“That would be a nightmare for this nation,” Knezovich says.

“Mr. Shea is unfit to be a congressman.” n danielw@inlander.com

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CRIME The investigation into the death of Spokane VA SURGEON JOHN MARSHALL was featured on an episode of Crime Watch Daily with Chris Hansen this week. It’s been more than 10 months since police found Marshall’s body on the north bank of the Spokane River, and Marshall’s widow, Suzan Marshall, a surgeon herself, isn’t convinced by the official account. The medical examiner has ruled the death accidental, and police have suspended their investigation. Suzan Marshall points to details in the autopsy report that she says don’t line up with the medical examiner’s findings. (MITCH RYALS)

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More than a year ago, Idaho legislators passed into law a plan to pay teachers more money through a “Career Ladder” program. Teachers, partially through a teacher evaluation process, would have to earn their bump in pay grade over time.

But now, the process to evaluate teachers has been called into question. An independently conducted audit report, obtained by Idaho Education News last week, found that in the 2014-15 school year, 99 percent of teacher evaluations that the report’s authors collected were either inaccurate or incomplete.

“The findings suggest a need for greater focus on consistency and adherence to key components of the evaluation system,” the report says.

The Idaho State Board of Education asked for the audit, which was finished in the summer of 2016, but not directly released to the public. The results have caused an uproar among some educators in Idaho, who argue that the audit findings are inaccurate and the state laws on teacher evaluations were confusing.

But the audit, Idaho State Superintendent of Public Instruction Sherri Ybarra tells the Inlander, was only intended for “clarity moving forward,” and has no connection to the Career Ladder regulations.

“I can’t speak for other board members, but the audit is a blessing because it shows that we need more clarity and training,” Ybarra says. “This audit was never intended to be an ‘I gotcha.’”

She says that new requirements were in place for 2015-16, along with the adoption of the Career Ladder.

An audit of the 2015-16 evaluations will be conducted and presented to the Legislature for the 2017 session.

The Idaho State Board of Education will meet this week to discuss the audit and its implications. Out of 225 evaluations audited in the state, only three had been completed correctly, according to the report.

In a memo sent to school district administrators throughout the state, Ybarra called on them to “stand tall, stand proud, and stand together” in response to the audit report.

“The report proves that you are not only working hard, but we all need further clarification as the expectations keep changing,” Ybarra wrote. (WILSON CRISCIONE)

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The controversial practice of CIVIL ASSET FORFEITURE in Washington state is attracting scrutiny in Spokane. This week, City Councilman Breean Beggs

introduced a draft of an ordinance that would bring transparency and accountability to the Spokane Police Department’s use of asset forfeiture funds.

Civil asset forfeiture is the legal process used throughout the country that gives law enforcement the authority to seize money and property they believe is linked to a crime. In Washington state, the cops can keep your stuff regardless of whether or not you’re convicted of, or even charged with, a crime.

Additionally, the funds gained from forfeitures do not show up as a normal item in the city budget, meaning that police are free to distribute the funds as they please within guidelines set by state law. Beggs’ proposed ordinance would require SPD to ask the city council for approval before spending forfeiture money.

“The reason it’s important, aside from transparency, is that if the department wants to spend this money on something that doesn’t make sense for the rest of the city, they have to come to us and ask,” Beggs says. “You don’t want any department to spend money that the public thinks is a waste.”

Chief Craig Meidl says he has no problem reporting the department’s use of those funds to the City Council.

SPD’s civil forfeiture program has come under fire before — most recently in a whistleblower complaint filed

by Lt. Joe Walker last year. In his draft ordinance, Beggs notes that the department has implemented new policies and ethical standards.

The amount of civil forfeiture funds SPD takes in annually averages about $200,000, though Beggs says he’s seen that amount as high as $300,000. The money is spent on a variety of things from safety equipment to undercover drug buys, Beggs says.(MITCH RYALS)

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In their efforts to improve Spokane’s justice system, Judge Maryann Moreno (left) and Criminal Justice Administrator Jacquie van Wormer say it’s time to re-evaluate a reform program. YOUNG KWAK PHOTOS

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BY MITCH RYALS

M

en in yellow jail smocks sit behind the table of attorneys and wait to be called. One seasoned prosecutor sits alongside a rotating cadre of public defenders in a jailhouse courtroom where defendants appear before a judge via teleconference.

Most of these cases are nonviolent, low-level felonies — property and drug crimes — but felonies nonetheless.

Each one is being considered for “early resolution,” based on the nature of the crime and a defendant’s history.

The Early Case Resolution system, known as ECR, can be a release valve for overflowing dockets and overcrowded jails. The idea is for prosecutors to hand over all their evidence — for ECR cases, typically that’s just a police report — to defense attorneys within 24 hours of charges being filed. At the same time, prosecutors offer a plea deal, which is a vastly accelerated timeline compared to standard criminal cases. By the time defendants appear in court, they have a decision to make.

The program hinges on a team of defense attorneys and prosecutors working together to resolve a high volume of cases. However, since the program appeared in Spokane County, the Washington State Supreme Court imposed new caseload limits on public defenders.

The consequence? To lessen workloads, ECR cases

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are now spread around the entire public defender’s office, instead of being handled by a specialized team intimately familiar with the program.

“When you have lawyers who are covering ECR, plus handling their own trials, it becomes really difficult to give the ECR case the attention it deserves,” says Spokane County Superior Court Judge Maryann Moreno, who presided over ECR cases when the program first arrived in 2009.

Public defenders still see the benefits in the program’s efficiency for some of their clients. They get out of jail quicker, and potentially receive lesser sentences. For others, shoving cases through the system is problematic.

They argue that the pursuit of swift justice might come at the expense of its quality — especially now that attorneys less familiar with ECR processes share the caseload.

“To plead someone to a felony on a fast pace, you often don’t get the investigation,” says Karen Lindholdt, an attorney who recently left the Public Defender’s Office. “You get the police report and, generally, an offer of credit for time served.”

People often take the deal just to get out of jail — with little thought to the fact a felony conviction can follow them for life.

RACE AGAINST TIME

Spokane County hired consultant David Bennett in 2007 to study the criminal justice system and make recommendations for reform. His first key recommendation was to institute the ECR program as a kick in the pants to police and prosecutors.

On average, Bennett found, it took prosecutors 57 days to file charges from the time a person was booked into jail. For those who posted bond or were released, it took prosecutors 70 days. Part of the delay was due to police not forwarding paperwork to the prosecutors in a timely manner.

Jails can’t hold a person for more than 72 hours without charges on file. As Moreno described to the Inlander in 2012, that meant people were released without knowing when to return to court. They would miss the court date, a judge would issue a warrant and the cycle started again. At the time, Moreno pointed out the absurdity of marijuana possession cases that took two years to resolve.

That changed when the ECR program began.

A year after Bennett’s report, Spokane assembled a team of veteran prosecutors and public defenders to handle ECR cases, with Moreno overseeing them.

The system demanded a team of experienced lawyers who could “size up” a case quickly, Moreno says now. “It was designed for low-level offenders who really wanted to take responsibility, perhaps get a lesser sentence and get out of jail faster. We had a nice team concept.”

The county collected data to evaluate whether or not the system was working, but nobody knew what to do with it, Moreno says.

In 2013, the Blueprint for Reform, another report with suggestions for criminal justice reform in Spokane County, recommended that the program get a second look. That hasn’t happened within the county, but Lauren Block, then a doctoral student at Washington State

University, dug into the data before and after ECR was implemented. She published her findings in her dissertation last year.

Block found that the median time it took to resolve ECR cases for in-custody defendants was more than cut in half, from 126 days to 50 days, when compared to cases before the program began. For defendants awaiting charges out of jail, the median number of days was reduced from 133 to 54. People were also sentenced to prison time less often, and were more likely to receive suspended sentences, where the charge is dropped if they comply with probation.

Block also found that ECR significantly reduced the number of people who missed court dates and violated release conditions, such as failing a drug test. She surmises this is due to the accelerated timeline, which gives people less of a chance to reoffend while another case is still pending. Or perhaps the reason has to do with the types of cases chosen for ECR. Whatever the reason, that means less time and resources spent trying to resolve a single case.

One significant hole in Block’s research, she points out, is an analysis of the strength of evidence in ECR cases.

Aside from the abandoned team approach to ECR, it’s this factor that concerns public defenders who say they don’t have enough time to question the police, track down witnesses or gather forensic evidence.

“It was designed for low-level offenders who really wanted to take responsibility, perhaps get a lesser sentence and get out of jail faster.”

A SECOND LOOK

Even before the specialized team of public defenders handling ECR issues was dismantled, fast-paced plea deals were problematic, says Lindholdt, the former public defender.

Defendants always have the option to move their case into the standard criminal caseload. However, when an offer is on the table, defense attorneys are obligated to tell their clients.

Multiple public defenders say that under these circumstances, people will often plead guilty just to get out of jail, even if it means a felony record. The system could also disincentivize therapeutic court options, says Spokane County Deputy Prosecutor John Grasso, who decides which cases qualify for ECR. Grasso says the ECR docket may have had an impact on drug court participation. For some defendants in ECR, prosecutors will offer two options: drug court or a straight-up guilty plea.

Drug court usually means slightly more time in jail and more contact with the court after release.

Second, and perhaps most significant, Grasso says, is the time it takes him to make a charging decision versus the time it takes defense attorneys to investigate a case.

“It’s impossible for them to act on the offer as quickly as we make it,” he says. “So these cases tend to get treated like regular prosecution cases because of that.”

Grasso says that about 1,180 of the 4,215 felony cases this year have gone through the ECR program as of the end of November.

Earlier this year, Spokane Regional Criminal Justice Administrator Jacquie van Wormer met with Spokane County Public Defender Tom Krzyminski, County Prosecutor Larry Haskell and others to discuss ECR. A second look at the program’s usefulness is forthcoming, she says.

“That’s one of the reasons we had success, is everyone was centered around the same philosophy of what’s best for the client,” van Wormer says. “It appears they’ve moved away from that team concept. There’s competing interests, and not everybody has the same philosophical view of what’s best for the client.” n mitchr@inlander.com

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How to get better value from your health care and avoid medical disasters

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April Box couldn’t see a way forward. Two surgeries failed to fix a disorder she had since birth that affected her ability to walk, and a doctor told her she would never get around again without crutches.

She couldn’t accept that.

So she sought other opinions. She had more procedures done. Finally, three years ago, she underwent hip replacement surgery, allowing her to walk again without issues.

Most important, she learned how to advocate for herself as a patient. Today, more than 25 years later, she helps others do the same thing. Box is a professional patient advocate in Spokane, helping those struggling through the health care system achieve success.

“You’re a consumer,” she says. “It’s one of the harder areas in our life to think of ourselves as consumers, because we just kind of take it as we see it, because insurance says, ‘Go see this person.’ They’re in a position of authority. So you have to push back on that a bit and [advocate for] your own wishes and desires.”

The business of medicine is changing, and patients must now take more responsibility for their own medical treatment. But navigating the complex health care scene can be daunting for patients. In order to avoid a potential disaster, they need to know things like how to protect themselves in the hospital, or how to understand their medical bill.

Robin Shapiro is co-founder and president of Washington-based Allied Health Advocates, a company that encourages people to be active participants in their health care.

“Nobody,” Shapiro says, “teaches us how to be a patient.”

GETTING A BETTER VALUE

It used to be simpler. Doctors would examine a patient, then recommend treatment without patients having much say. That’s changing, says Shapiro.

“It’s evolved into a shared model, where the doctor will use his or her background and skills, and also incorporate value and what [the patients] want,” she says.

“Together they can come up with treatment.”

Part of the reason for the change has to do with the Choosing Wisely campaign. Choosing Wisely is a national initiative of the American Board of Internal Medicine that encourages physicians and patients to discuss necessary treatment based on evidence-based recommendations. It recommends, for example, that doctors cut down on prescribing antibiotics for upper respiratory infections, or reduce the frequency of certain unnecessary procedures.

Ideally, it results in patients spending less for more effective treatment.

Reducing unnecessary treatment will reduce costs of medical care for everyone, says Carl Olden, a physician at Pacific Crest Family Medicine, a clinic in Yakima.

However, convincing patients to avoid a treatment they may not need can be difficult.

Olden is a member of the board of directors for the American Academy of Family Physicians, which partners with the Choosing Wisely campaign. He gives the example of administering a CT scan. Many patients who

come see him for a headache may want a CT scan, on the off chance something is seriously wrong. But often, the risk of a CT scan outweighs any potential benefit. It’s a challenge explaining to patients that they don’t need it, Olden says.

“That takes a long time to have that discussion. It’s easier to say, ‘Let’s go ahead and get it,’” Olden says. “We have to fight against that.”

Olden says one of the challenges of implementing Choosing Wisely recommendations is that the system is set up against it. Providers generally get paid more if patients are repeat customers. Olden says health care reimbursement needs to change, incentivizing quality, evidence-based practices over quantity of visits.

“That’s wishful thinking,” Olden says. “But that’s where we need to get if we want to bend cost curves and improve outcomes.”

That means giving physicians more incentive to provide quality care.

Kelly Stanford, Group Health’s vice president of clinical operations and market integration, says that physicians now largely are compensated every time they do something — perform a procedure or order a test — a “fee-for-service” system. But for the amount of money we’re spending nationally on health care, the results of the current system are lacking, she says.

tion. If patients know they have some control in making decisions, they may take more ownership and be better informed, Stanford says.

“I think it’s key in making this shift to value-based care,” she says. “You have to have the patient engaged and involved.”

MISTAKES WILL HAPPEN

One of the benefits of being an informed customer, Shapiro says, is that it helps avoid hospital mistakes.

“Your doctor or surgeon is really a partner in care, and it’s not a ‘me vs. you’ scenario,” she says. “The doctor is a professional, but nobody is more informed about an individual than that particular individual.”

In many cases, both patient advocates and health care professionals say that hospital mistakes may be prevented if patients know the right questions to ask, aren’t afraid to advocate for themselves, and have someone at their side to help out.

Medical care, by nature, is imperfect, says Richard Cook, an anesthesiologist and research scientist studying patient safety at Ohio State University. New treatments and new surgical procedures are always being developed, meaning that improving patient safety is a moving target.

“We try and reach as far as we possibly can and get the best results for people we can, knowing we are going to fail, knowing we are not going to have good results for some people,” Cook says. “That’s not reassuring for the patient.”

Hundreds of thousands of people in the U.S. acquire infections during treatment in a health care facility each year, and tens of thousands of people die from those infections, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Additionally, 400,000 people experience an error in medication each year at a hospital, according to a report from the Institute of Medicine.

Io Dolka is a founding board member of the Washington State Health Advocacy Association and patient advocacy organization GreyZone. As a patient, Dolka experienced errors in surgeries to remove brain tumors twice within a span of five years. In 2010, following the first surgery, she had to go back to the hospital because of a complication that dropped her blood sodium level down to a dangerous level. Protocols were in place, but the signs that could have predicted the issue went unnoticed.

Following the second surgery to remove a separate benign tumor, Dolka found out she had a specific condition that could lead her to experience a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction if given blood. But nobody ever told her about it; she had to find it on her own.

“If it wasn’t for me looking for it, this would have slipped through the cracks,” Dolka says.

For Dolka, these experiences illustrate the fact that medicine is an error-prone art and science, and that some ...continued on next page

“Your doctor or surgeon is really a partner in care, and it’s not a ‘me vs. you’ scenario.”

According to a 2015 analysis by the Commonwealth Fund, the U.S. spent almost 50 percent more on health care as a percentage of Gross Domestic Product than the next highest spender, France, and almost twice as much as the United Kingdom. But the report notes, “Despite spending more on health care, Americans had poor health outcomes, including shorter life expectancy and greater prevalence of chronic conditions.”

Stanford says that Group Health, soon to be part of Kaiser Permanente, a nonprofit that refers to itself as an “integrated managed care consortium,” has always paid attention to health care value because it operates under a system in which care is integrated with the patient’s coverage.

“We need to fundamentally change the system to align what people are paid for and what they’re working on,” Stanford says.

The Choosing Wisely campaign and a value-based approach both ultimately depend on patient coopera-

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HEALTH CARE catching a scenario in which a patient is billed for a procedure they never received. That’s up to the patient to find.

Becky Reith, director of operations for Premera Blue Cross, says that medical insurance has changed in the past 20 years. Consumers, she says, didn’t need to understand their benefits decades ago. But now that deductibles are increasing, and more people have insurance who never had it before, it’s become more necessary for patients to learn how to understand their bills.

That means not only understanding the hospital bill, but also what your plan covers. Reith says she would hope that people start to understand their medical insurance coverage like they do their car insurance.

Adds Coon, “The more savvy people are, and the more they understand what they’re getting, that helps bring down the cost of care for everyone.”

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“EMPOWERING PATIENTS,” CONTINUED... errors are harder to avoid than others. While more vigilance could have caught the drop in blood sodium levels, Dolka says it “went from point A to point B so fast” that it would have been difficult. But the second error — not notifying her about a condition that could have put her in danger — was something that the medical team is fully responsible for, Dolka says.

Either way, she says it’s better if patients are active in their own care.

“We all, as patients, need to know that no matter what you do, mistakes will happen,” Dolka says. “All you can do is be extremely prepared for it.”

from somewhere in California if that’s the place that gets the lab,” Sinha says.

Walkup says a common error is duplicating charges.

If a patient gets a lab test done, sometimes the billing office will bundle all of the charges from one test. But sometimes you’ll get charged again for each different test.

“Those are excess charges, and most people don’t even catch them,” Walkup says.

“We all, as patients, need to know that no matter UNDERSTANDING YOUR BILL Dianne Walkup, a patient advocate based in Tacoma, what you do, mistakes will helps catch errors in people’s bills for a living. From her perspective, too many bills have some kind of coding happen.” error that could cost patients, except that patients usually don’t catch them.

“They’re deliberately written so that you can’t understand them,” Walkup says.

After any sort of medical procedure, patients will receive a few things. First, as you leave the hospital, a list of services that were performed. This is not a bill. Later on, you’ll receive an explanation of benefits from your insurer. This also is not a bill; it explains how insurance benefits were applied to that claim.

In between, you’ll probably receive the bill from your provider, with a list of charges for each service. Often, there’s more than just one bill. Why? Renu Sinha, a thyroid surgeon with Inland Surgical Associates in Spokane, says it’s because the doctors who see patients are not always a part of the hospital bill. An anesthesiologist, for example, might be part of a separate bill. Hospitals also sometimes outsource specialties like pathology and radiology.

“Sometimes even the blood work that you have done at hospitals is going to be sent out. So you might get a bill

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Sinha says all patients should be checking their bills for accuracy. Errors can be as simple as a provider, like Sinha, simply missing a number when inputting the code.

“There’s clerical errors that cause a lot of this from the provider end, and also from the coding end,” she says. “And I think we have to remember that, as patients, we have to watch out for this. Just like when a Visa or MasterCard bill comes, you should look at it.”

While insurance companies should catch some errors, they won’t catch all of them. Melanie Coon, spokeswoman for Premera Blue Cross, says Premera processes nearly 15 million claims per year. Of those, 86 percent are never touched by a human. She says the system is configured to catch potential errors. The other 14 percent get stopped for some kind of edit — a member hasn’t paid their bill, or there’s some sort of error.

But the insurance company would have no way of

Although no one wants to exaggerate an illness or run up a big bill, Cook, the anesthesiologist and research scientist at Ohio State University, says it’s better to get to the hospital before you are critically ill, if possible.

Once at the hospital, he says, patients need to ask questions and make sure they understand what is going on; the American College of Surgeons (facs.org) has a detailed questionnaire you can refer to, and Cook advises people to be as honest and complete as possible about all the medications and substances they’re taking. Patients should also ask providers what the procedure will cost.

You can research your hospital ahead of time, too.

Word of mouth can be helpful, but there are more vigorous assessments available. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit whose volunteer expert panelists produce a Hospital Safety Score each year (hospitalsafetygrade. org). More than 2,500 hospitals received letter grades in 2016, including the hospitals of the Inland Northwest.

And Medicare just released its own star-based hospital ratings in July (medicare.gov/hospitalcompare).

If you are going in for surgery, Shapiro recommends taking time to choose a surgeon. Ask the surgeon how often they perform the surgery. Generally, the more times a surgeon does a procedure, the more proficient he or she becomes at it. Surgical errors can range from a dangerous object left in a patient’s body to a relatively harmless accidental cut. Ask about the surgeon’s complication rate for the surgery you are undergoing. The public interest journalism group ProPublica calculated complication rates for eight common surgeries and published those results in July 2015. Patients or prospective patients can search ProPublica’s “Surgeon Scorecard” database online at projects.propublica.org/surgeons.

Though each surgery is different, Shapiro, of Allied Health Advocates, says a few safety tips apply to most medical procedures or hospital stays. Stay alert about the medications you are being given. If you’re hooked up to an IV, Shapiro says you should ask the nurse to remind you what’s going in the bag and write it down. Be on the lookout for the potential of acquiring an infection; make sure anybody coming into the room has washed their hands. And it never hurts to have another set of eyes and ears. Ideally, someone should stay with you, especially overnight to make sure an accidental fall doesn’t occur.

After a procedure, collect all the bills and a list of any medications. Keep track of what’s been done to you, maybe even have a notebook handy, and then compare that to the bills you collect, Shapiro says. If there’s an error on the bill, go to the billing source. There are databases online where you can look up billing codes, so use those to your advantage. And it might be a good idea to have someone, anyone, help you go over the charges.

“I think an informed consumer is the best consumer of anything,” Shapiro says. “And nowhere is that more important than our health.” n

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fter ending their partnership for medical education in Spokane, both Washington State University and University of Washington want more than to simply have their own medical schools.

They want the schools to expand and thrive.

This school year, 60 new medical school students began their training in the University District, part of the UW School of Medicine’s partnership with Gonzaga University.

It was the largest-ever incoming class of medical students in Spokane.

But it likely won’t be for long. Washington State University’s new medical school — the Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine — aims to welcome 60 students next year. Down the road, says WSU Spokane Chancellor Lisa Brown, the goal is to have 120 students enter the program per year.

Not to be outdone, the UW-Gonzaga partnership plans on asking the state Legislature in the upcoming session for funding in order to expand its Spokane class from 60 students to 80 students, starting in fall 2017, and possibly more in the future.

This means the University District will see new medical buildings and research facilities. The influx of medical talent could help transform the already revitalized part of town.

“I think we’re becoming a hub for health science professional education,” Brown says.

The goal, for both medical schools, is to help

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solve the doctor shortage in rural parts of the state, since students are more likely to practice medicine in the state where they went to school.

The UW School of Medicine has provided medical education in Eastern Washington for 45 years through a five-state program called WWAMI (Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana, Idaho). It formerly partnered with WSU for medical education in Spokane before WSU announced plans to launch its own medical school. After some jostling, the two schools agreed to part ways, and each now has its own medical school in Spokane. In October, WSU earned accreditation, planning to enroll its first class of 60 students in August 2017.

Brown says that having strong medical schools, along with the nursing programs in the University District, can become an “anchor for industry” in the community. With the increase in medical school students, both the UW-Gonzaga partnership and WSU envision building more facilities in the area. Part of the University District’s development involves a pedestrian bridge that will connect to the East Sprague business area.

Brown sees the University District becoming like Seattle’s South Lake Union neighborhood, having a “marriage of academic research with health delivery entities.”

“We know that private development adjacent to the campus in the U-District is really just about to take off in a very big way,” Brown says.

Greater Spokane Incorporated is leading an initiative called Vision 2030 for the U-District, with the goal of developing health care and life sciences industry growth to benefit the local economy. Courtney Law, director of the UWGonzaga regional health partnership, says that Gonzaga wants to make sure it has a seat at the table for that vision.

“You realize more economic vitality through having a strong health care system, through having schools here and contributing our piece,” she says.

Ian Goodhew, UW Medicine director of government relations, says the UW hopes to invest more in the Spokane community down the road.

“I would hope that five, 10 years from now, we have a very big presence and profile in the U-District,” Goodhew says. “That’s our goal, is to be here.” 

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o one knows what will happen to America’s health care safety net when Presidentelect Donald Trump takes office. During his campaign, he made it clear that repealing the Affordable Care Act — Obamacare — was near the top of his list of things to do.

In an interview on 60 Minutes shortly after the election, Trump said he wants to keep certain parts of the ACA, such as the ban on denying coverage to people with pre-existing medical conditions and allowing people to stay on their parents’ health care plan until they turn 26.

Pundits and think tanks are also pointing to Trump’s pick as secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services — Rep. Tom Price (R-Georgia) — to get a read on the future of the nation’s health care landscape. A recent article by the New York Times editorial board identified the conservative representative as “a man intent on systematically weakening, if not demolishing, the nation’s health care safety net.”

Price, a physician and harsh critic of Obamacare, has spoken out in favor of privatizing Medicare, the federal program that provides health care to elderly and disabled Americans, and has made noise about limiting federal spending on Medicaid, which provides coverage for low-income people. He also has introduced bills to replace the Affordable Care Act in every Congress since 2009. Most recently in 2015, Price sponsored a bill that would repeal Obamacare, halt Medicaid expansion in some states, would offer age-adjusted tax credits for health insurance

coverage and would not require health insurance companies to cover services such as birth control and addiction treatment. Price has also backed legislation to strip Planned Parenthood’s federal funding, and has tried to roll back the move to value-based care, a system that pays doctors based on quality and outcomes.

The Urban Institute, a Washington, D.C.based think tank, compared coverage and cost of health care under the Affordable Care Act with a reconciliation bill that President Barack Obama vetoed earlier this year. The report concluded that the number of uninsured people would skyrocket 103 percent from 28.9 million to 58.7 million by 2019 — more than the number of uninsured Americans before the law went into effect.

In Washington state, more than 750,000 residents received health insurance coverage after Obamacare took effect. Repealing the law would have a huge impact on patients and hospitals, says Mary Kay Clunies-Ross, spokeswoman for the Washington State Hospital Association.

“Hospitals don’t turn people down in the emergency room,” she says. “When those folks don’t have health insurance, it puts a huge financial burden on them, and reduces the hospital’s ability to provide care.”

For Aaron Wilson, chief executive of CHAS Health, a regional chain of clinics that provides health care to people regardless of their ability to pay, the most important provision in Obamacare is Medicaid expansion. The number of CHAS clients in Spokane County without insurance decreased from 40 percent to about 8 percent, Wilson says, since Obamacare took effect. Patients are now more likely to address a medical issue earlier. They can afford prescription medication and doctors have greater ability to send people to specialists, Wilson adds.

Last week, the nation’s health insurers came out with a list of provisions that should remain under the new administration. Those include offsetting costs for care of low-income people, and incentives for young people to sign up for coverage.

“It’s an imperfect system,” Clunies-Ross says.

“It’s still costly, and there’s still a lot to figure out, but cutting people out sure limits their options and has huge impacts for communities.” n

Reign of Giants

Hospital systems and insurers have been merging to become bigger than ever — what does that mean for the little guy?

BY DANIEL WALTERS

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ealth care is big business. And the businesses in the health care business keep getting bigger.

Back in 2008, the small, struggling nonprofit that owned Deaconess and Valley hospitals was scooped up by the for-profit Community Health Systems, a big, Tennessee-based Fortune 500 conglomerate. Locally, even they were dwarfed by the behemoth of Providence Health & Services, the nonprofit that owns Sacred Heart Medical Center and Holy Family Hospital.

For years, it was a scramble between the two for market share. In 2010, CHS gobbled up even more of the local health care industry, buying the Rockwood network of clinics. Two years later, Providence took over Swedish Medical, the largest nonprofit health care system in Seattle.

This is not just happening locally. It’s a nationwide trend, one that divides experts regarding the costs and benefits.

The advent of the Affordable Care Act — Obamacare — hasn’t slowed down this sort of consolidation. If anything, it’s sped it up.

Aaron Katz, who lectures about health services at the University of Washington, says that some of the consolidation is a consequence of the move toward electronic medical records, a trend that received an added push from Obamacare.

It’s the sort of thing that’s very hard for a small regional clinic to do.

“Those things are expensive to buy, get providers up to speed and maintain,” Katz says.

“Medical practices are merging, as well as being purchased by larger hospital and health care organizations that provide resources to provide these electronic health records.”

Similarly, larger health systems were more able to take advantage of the push toward “quality-based” health care, which requires tracking a

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complicated series of performance metrics.

The consolidation is also a natural consequence of an industry where the war is fought more in back-room negotiation sessions than in the marketplace. Patient decisions pale in comparison to the titanic battles between pharmaceutical companies, as well as insurance companies fighting to try to obtain the most profitable rates.

A merger puts two weaker players in the body of a much more powerful one, making their bargaining position that much stronger.

A tiny rural clinic in Eastern Washington doesn’t have much power when it comes to negotiating with a massive insurance company. But a giant like Providence? The company will listen.

That doesn’t necessarily help out the little guy. One study from Northwestern University found that when Aetna scooped up Prudential’s health insurance business in 1999, the company was able to bargain for stronger deals — but Prudential’s insurance premiums still went up 7 percent as a result of the merger.

There are other consequences. Suzanne Allen, a family physician in Boise who teaches at the University of Washington’s medical school, describes Boise’s market as divided starkly between the St. Luke’s hospital system and the St. Alphonsus Health System, part of the Trinity Health conglomerate. Increasingly, she’s seen patients who are forced to rely only on one or the other.

“Now people are very specific: ‘My insurance only allows me to see a provider at St. Al’s, see a provider at St. Luke’s,’” Allen says. Instead of having two options, in other words, consolidation left them with only one.

There are advantages to a big health care system, however.

“As new generations of physicians enter the field, some of them have different expectations about their careers than older physicians. Looking for more stability. More structure. More ability to take leave. Not so hectic and all-consuming,” Katz says. “Larger organizations are more able to provide those support structures.”

Of course, “stability” assumes that the large organization remains the same.

This year, with CHS struggling, the two hospitals and the Rockwood network were sold off yet again — this time to Tacoma’s nonprofit MultiCare Health System. 

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On The Map Coeur d’Alene continues to evolve as an arts destination

BY CARRIE SCOZZARO

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owntown Coeur d’Alene might be second in line when it comes to the regional arts calendar — Spokane’s year-round art walk happens on first Fridays — yet the Lake City is holding its own as an arts destination, with more gallery openings than closures this year and a continuing focus on collaboration among arts organizations.

Coeur d’Alene’s downtown arts programming is economically savvy. Held the second Friday from AprilDecember (Music Walk runs January-March), Artwalk allows for Coeur d’Alene’s seasonal tourist industry and effectively doubles opportunities to view art without competing against Spokane’s larger event.

Viewing the arts’ potential to drive the economy is important, says Coeur d’Alene Arts & Culture Alliance Director Ali Shute, whose task list includes helping communicate the positive impact that creative endeavors have on the community.

“I feel that as our community members come to understand and embrace this concept, we will generate the funding and enthusiasm to continue on our path of establishing this area as an arts destination,” says Shute.

As in other communities, says Shute, Coeur d’Alenearea arts organizations face such challenges as funding, especially for nonprofits, and the need for more and

different networking opportunities for arts organizations and businesses. She’s optimistic, however, noting that membership in the Alliance has tripled since 2014 and now totals 130 members. To help arts organizations extend their reach, the Alliance holds monthly networking meetings, has revamped its website and creates collaborative events like Krewe d’Alene, a Mardi Gras-type visual and performing arts fundraiser slated for February 2017.

Although arts funding concerns are ubiquitous, representatives from the Boise-based Idaho Commission on the Arts did its part this summer, conducting statewide roundtables and workshops on grant writing and financial management for arts organizations.

Emerge (full disclosure: I occasionally show my artwork and teach there) hosted one of the ICA’s open forums, as well as participating in grant writing and fundraising workshops, both of which are essential to their operations. Proceeds from this year’s Day of the Dead-themed fundraiser, says founder and director Jeni Riplinger-Hegsted, will help Emerge fulfill its mission to support ascending artists through youth and adult classes, monthly art exhibitions and an annual pop-up show.

That’s where The Art Spirit Gallery first learned of ceramics artist Michael R. Lee, whom Art Spirit featured ...continued on next page

Jeni Riplinger-Hegsted, executive director of Emerge, a nonprofit aimed at bolstering arts and culture in Coeur d’Alene.

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this summer. More recently, Art Spirit included Emerge textile artist Sue Tye in their annual “Small Works” exhibit.

Crossover is common in the regional art scene, especially among downtown’s 10 or so galleries. When Painter’s Chair Fine Art Gallery closed this year, artists Peggy Ann Thompson, Ken Hansen and Will Bullas eventually migrated to Blackwell Gallery, says newly hired gallery manager and curator Beth Brown. Blackwell also represents Jeff Weir, who exhibits at Emerge.

The closure of Painter’s Chair is one of two losses for the arts scene, both healthrelated. Steve Gibbs, Art Spirit Gallery’s owner who also helped establish the Arts & Culture Alliance in 2005, is fighting amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, while owner and artist Stephen Shortridge has taken time off during his wife’s battle with cancer.

Both galleries, however, are gearing up for 2017 exhibitions. According to Painter’s Chair director Teresa Eller, the gallery will maintain a web presence for now, featuring the work of Shortridge and whomever else chooses to stay on.

“Steve’s work will have a presence in Coeur d’Alene in the future,” says Eller, who relayed that Shortridge is “not sure whether it will be in another smaller space, or whether it will be a short-term show next summer.” The Art Spirit Gallery, meanwhile, will kick off 2017 with perennial

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Dorey Rowland looks at Arlon Rosenoff’s “April Tulips” as her husband, Bruce Rowland, checks out sculptures at Angel Gallery of Fine Art & Antiques during the monthly Coeur d’Alene Art Walk. YOUNG KWAK PHOTO favorite Harold Balazs, and plans are underway to commemorate its 20th anniversary and 200th show next July.

Bright spots on the horizon include several new Coeur d’Alene galleries opening this year, and the continued support of the community. Photographer Benjamin Powell opened a gallery to showcase his work, while Harvard Gallery offers smaller furniture, interior accents and artwork, according to owner Brianna Harvard.

Although most Coeur d’Alene galleries are downtown, art — especially public art — extends well beyond Sherman Avenue. The Coeur d’Alene Arts Commission, through its percent-for-the-arts funding — 1.33 per-

cent of select capital project budgets support public art — resulted in additional vinylwrapped utility boxes this year, as well as Cheryl Metcalf’s bronze sculpture honoring Coeur d’Alene Tribe Chief Morris Antelope along Lake Coeur d’Alene, and Rolf and Peter Goetzinger’s downtown mural commemorating Coeur d’Alene’s Playland Pier.

“Public art is a vital part of the Coeur d’Alene community and has been for three decades,” says Deputy City Administrator Sam Taylor, who is also liaison to the Arts Commission. “Our reputation for the arts has created crucial economic benefits thanks to more visitors, and enhanced our quality of life for residents.” n

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It doesn’t have to be that way.

On Friday, Schweitzer Mountain Resort opens its highly anticipated Sky House, a new 9,000-square-foot lodge at the mountain’s summit where skiers can enjoy a

meal or just relax and take in the incredible views — no hiking required.

“If you’ve been up here and been in Lakeview Lodge, it can be jam-packed with people,” says Dig Chrismer, the mountain’s marketing manager. “Having the Sky House at the summit adds a whole other place to relax, have lunch, go to the bathroom, and that’s critical. We desperately needed that.”

The resort broke ground for the Sky House in July 2015, pausing the construction last winter and then pushing through to finish the challenging construction job just in time for the snow to fly this year.

The two-story structure houses a restaurant, The Nest, with a full-service bar, as well as the casual Red Hawk café, and there’s combined seating for 180 indoors and outside. Local food purveyors will be featured, ranging from Sandpoint-based Evans Brothers Coffee Roasters to Pend d’Oreille Winery to MickDuff’s Brewing Company, and the menu will range from old-skier standbys like soup to more refined fare like sausage sliders and roasted curry cauliflower.

The Sky House is also the resort’s new home for the Ski Patrol dispatch office, and will be open year-round to accommodate summertime weddings and corporate getaways. No matter what time of year, the 360-degree views of the Selkirk Mountains, Lake Pend Oreille and the resort below are sure to attract both winter athletes and summer hikers.

“The summit of the mountain is such a special location, and this building is gorgeous. It fits so nicely, while in keeping with such a beautiful spot,” Chrismer says.

This makes it possible for us to enjoy it in all weather conditions, and be up there and take it all in.” n

WORTH THE MONEY The snow in the mountains should be here to stay this winter, meteorologists say

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on’t stress, skiers and snowboarders. If you bought a season lift pass to a local resort, you shouldn’t have any trouble using it this winter.

Snow levels in the mountains are already much higher than at the same time last year, according to National Weather Service meteorologist Andrew Kalin. Even before the recent snow that hit the lowlands of the Inland Northwest last weekend, the base amount at Mount Spokane and Silver Mountain ski resorts were six inches higher than this time last year. At Lookout Pass, it was nearly 20 inches more than this time last year.

That’s a trend that should continue through the rest of the season, Kalin says.

“There will probably be more snow than we’ve seen in the last couple seasons, or at least two years ago when we didn’t have much of anything,” he says.

Ski resorts have generally opened earlier this year than last. Last year, temperatures were above normal and precipitation was below normal because it was an El Niño event.

Mount Spokane, for example, opened up a week earlier this year than last, says Brenda McQuarrie, guest services manager.

“It was a typical El Niño year,” she says. “It started with a big bang, and we closed the road because there was so much snow in the trees. Then in spring, [the snow] petered off.”

McQuarrie hopes this year will be more consistent. And according to Kalin, it should be.

This year is a La Niña event, meaning the Pacific Ocean near the equator cools, bringing cooler temperatures and more precipitation to the Inland Northwest. The last La Niña event was in the winter of 2011-12.

The area typically sees above normal snowfall during La Niña, but Kalin calls it a “weak” La Niña event, so there’s some uncertainty about the amount of snowfall.

But one thing seems certain: The snow already on the mountains should be there to stay.

“We’re confident there will be below normal temperatures, which will keep the snow on the ground [in the mountains],” Kalin says. n

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f you’re going to dream, dream big. That’s exactly what Canadian ski guide Jeff Gostlin did not long ago. With a vision that’s been rolling around in his head, finding the right partners and some negotiating, Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge Catskiing was born.

I had the opportunity to visit Jeff and his newly formed catskiing operation last January, when his lodge was in mid-construction and roads were being cut and terrain prepared for this season’s operation. Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge sits in British Columbia’s iconic Monashee Mountains, which are known for incredible snowfall. Getting there from Spokane/Coeur d’Alene is approximately a seven-hour drive. The lodge, which sits between Nakusp and Kelowna, is one of the few catskiing lodges you can actually drive to.

With a few of my powder-skiing-junkie friends, I spent a few days with Jeff as he guided us around his new playground which surrounds the lodge.

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Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge sits in British Columbia’s Monashee Mountains.

Growing up in nearby Kelowna, Jeff’s family had a ski condo at nearby Big White Ski Resort, where he spent many winter days sliding around the hill with family and friends, perfecting his ski skills. It didn’t take long for Jeff’s father to see his son’s passion — make that obsession — with skiing. His father brought Jeff along on a catskiing powder trip at an early age. That’s when things changed.

“I got a passion for catskiing as a kid; growing up, my dad took me as a guest, and I saw what the guides got to do every day,” says Jeff. “From that time, I decided guiding is what I wanted to pursue.”

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hat was more than 25 years ago, and with countless hours of training and certifications through the Association of Canadian Mountain Guides, Jeff has worked for the past 15 years in the tight-knit catskiing industry as a guide. After years of traveling

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throughout the Kootenays and Selkirks, working with numerous operations, he wanted to branch out on his own. Through years in the business, he knew there was a solid market for catskiing, and most trips are booked out a year in advance. Now was the time; he just needed to find a location.

Jeff was working as a heli ski guide when he learned about the old fishing lodge which sat on the shores of Keefer Lake, a small lake recognized for incredible trout fishing.

“I was guiding with Kingfisher Heliskiing, and they introduced me to this area which was for sale,” he says.

“It was mostly a fishing lodge; they did a little bit of hunting and camping and RVing, but it was mostly a summer lodge. We looked into buying it, but we had to play with the tenure a little bit to make it available for catskiing and heliskiing. We got the tenure [the permission to operate], worked out a deal with the previous owners and bought

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It didn’t take long for Jeff to get this ball rolling — after all, it had been on his mind for a long time: “This was always a dream I’d been thinking about, and this lodge has been a design that’s been floating around in my head for over 10 years.”

In the summer of 2015, Jeff’s dream lodge was becoming a reality, going from blueprints to breaking ground. After a year and half of concrete, sawdust and many long days, the Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge has just about come to fruition, as Jeff opens the doors for his first catskiing clients this December.

This 10,000-square-foot, custom-built, timberframe structure is a handcrafted masterpiece, filled with intricate details and all of the finest amenities, including a comfortable lounge, cus-

tom-built bar, a dining area for 20 people and a glass elevator that runs through the lodge, whisking riders with tired legs up and down the four floors. In the lower level there’s a drying room, a massage area, wine cellar, game room, hot tub and wood-fired sauna. The top level is the guest quarters, with nine finely appointed rooms.

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he food and lodge are spectacular, but let’s face it — serious powder riders come to the Monashees for the riding and the snow quality. Gostlin Keefer Lake Lodge shares their large tenure with longtime friends Tim Shanks and Matt Devlin of Kingfisher Heliskiing: “The entire tenure that Kingfisher Heli and

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Keefer have is about 124,000 hectares [nearly 480 square miles]. Of that tenure, Kingfisher uses the outer portion of it, and for Keefer Lake, we are catskiing about 36,000 hectares [about 140 square miles] in the interior part of it that centers right around Keefer Lake,” says Jeff.

They have terrain for all abilities, according to Jeff:

“It’s mostly open trees, some pretty nice glade skiing, mostly sub-alpine skiing, and the peak of our mountains is about 2,200 meters tall and we ski right down to 1,400 meters. The terrain is a mixed bag of everything — we’ve got some really nice, easy skiing for those who don’t have a lot of experience with powder, and there’s some really good intermediate skiing in the Mail Bowl, off of Mt. Yeoward. The back side of the Dome has got some really nice advanced steep lines, about 2,500- to 3,000-verticalfoot runs that are north-facing, and really good steep chutes, and if you like tree skiing, we have some incredible gladed tree runs.”

“It’s like you’re in an old-growth forest, there’s moss hanging everywhere, It’s just such an enchanted feeling when you’re in the woods,” says professional freeskier Essex Prescott from Coeur d’Alene. “The tree skiing here is awesome.”

My daughter, Hannah, was impressed with the 15-passenger snowcat: “Between the short cat rides back up to the top and the scenery, it seems like you’re back at it, doing what you love, fast.”

“The terrain was great. There’s plenty of opportunity to challenge yourself. There’s big cliffs if you want them. There’s trees if you want them. There’s steeps if you want them. Awesome terrain,” says Coeur d’Alene graphic artist Jeremy Deming.

With the positive sound of this winter’s snow forecast, Gostlin’s dream should come out of the gates full-force this December. I know I’m looking forward to a full day of that legendary Monashee powder, then relaxing with a cold one, swapping stories in the newly constructed lodge.  To learn more, visit keeferlakelodge.com.

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DECEMBER NIGHT SKIING KICKOFF PARTY The first night skiing event of the season kicks off, with the runs aglow under the night lights. Dec. 16, from 4-9:30 pm. Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park, 29500 N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. mtspokane.com (238-2220) WHITEOUT PARTY The mountain hosts its “pray for snow” event — wear white and come for a chance to win some prizes. Dec. 17. Lookout Pass, I-90 Exit 0 at Mullan, Idaho. skilookout.com (208-744-1301) LOCAL BREWFEST Local craft breweries head to 49 Degrees North to pour their brews for between-

run refreshments. Participating breweries include Iron Goat, No-Li, Orlison, Twelve String and more. Also catch live music in the lodge by Ray Vasquez, from noon-4 pm. Sat, Dec. 17, from 10 am-1 am.

49 Degrees North Mountain Resort, 3311 Flowery Trail Rd., Chewelah. ski49n.com (935-6649) SNOWSHOE MOONLIGHT HIKE REI hosts an evening snowshoe tour around the meadows and woods of Mt. Spokane. Guides, transportation, headlamps, walking poles and shoes all included in registration fee. Meets at Yoke’s Fresh Market, 14202 N. Market. $29 ($27 for REI members). Dec. 17, 6-9 pm. Register at spokaneparks.org CHRISTMAS ON THE MOUNTAIN An evening of holiday-themed festivi-

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Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208-255-3070) SANTA VISITS WHITEWATER The big man in red visits the base area to say “Hello!” to the kids before his Christmas rush; kids are invited to stop and say “Hi” and take a photo with him.

Dec. 18. Whitewater Ski Resort, 602 Lake St., Nelson, B.C. skiwhitewater.com (250354-4944) HOLIDAY LESSON CAMP During the kids’ winter break, Mt. Spokane offers two series of lessons for kids of all ages. Four-day sessions begin on

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SKI WITH SANTA The big man in red takes a break before the big day to fit in a few runs with Mrs. Claus and a helper, passing out candy to the good kids he encounters on the slopes. Dec. 23, from 1-3 pm. Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208-263-9555) FRIDAY NIGHT SKIING FOOD DRIVE Ride the mountain at night for just $5 if you bring three nonperishable food items; otherwise, lift tickets are $15. Offered Dec. 23 and 30, and Jan. 7, from 4-8 pm. 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort, 3311 Flowery Trail Rd., Chewelah. ski49n.com (935-6649) CROSS COUNTRY SKIING LESSON (49 DEGREES NORTH) Certified ski instructors teach the basics of this winter activity on the Nordic trails at 49 Degrees North. This trip organized through Spokane Parks & Recreation departs from the Wandermere Albertsons (12312 N. Division) and the activity fee includes transportation, equipment rental and instruction. Of-

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CHRISTMAS EVE TORCHLIGHT PARADE One of the biggest events on the mountain every year, families can watch the torchlight parade followed by a fireworks show, and see Santa make his grand entrance in the village. Dec. 24, at 5 pm. Silver Star Mountain Resort, 123 Shortt St., Silver Star Mountain, B.C. skisilverstar.com (800-663-4431)

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CHRISTMAS BALLOON PARADE Santa leads a balloon parade from the top of the Basin Express chairlift down to the village. He’ll visit families and kids on the mountain throughout the day before loading up his sleigh to make his annual trip. Dec. 24, 1-5 pm.

Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208-263-9555)

COLLEGE DAYS Silver Mountain offers discounted lift tickets ($25) for college students with a valid ID. Jan. 3-5. Silver Mountain Resort, 610 Bunker Ave., Kellogg, Idaho. silvermt.com (866-344-2675)

CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCHEON If you’re up at Lookout for the holidays, enjoy the mountain’s annual luncheon between a few runs. Dec. 25, served from 11 am-2 pm; lifts open from 10 am-4 pm. $13.49/adults; $7.99/ages 12 and under. Lookout Pass, I-90 Exit 0 at Mullan, Idaho. skilookout.com (208744-1301) 10 BARREL BREWERY PRAY FOR SNOW PARTY Includes giveaways, live music by Dimestore Prophets and beer inside Taps. Dec. 30, from 3-6 pm. Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208-263-9555) NEW YEAR’S EVE AT SILVER Events on the mountain include night skiing/boarding until 6 pm, late tubing, a balloon drop inside the Silver Rapids Waterpark and a prime rib buffet dinner at Noah’s Loft. Dec. 31, events start at 5 pm. Silver Mountain Resort, 610 Bunker Ave., Kellogg, Idaho. silvermt. com (866-344-2675) NEW YEAR’S EVE AT SCHWEITZER Ring in 2016 on the mountain with live music and entertainment for the whole family, including late-night tubing, a midnight celebration at the clocktower and more. Also includes the Stella Party (21+, $50/person) at Taps. Younger guests (ages 6-11, $35) can attend the Tween Party, with games, crafts, contests and more. Dec. 31, events starting at 7 pm. Schweitzer Mountain Resort,

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WINTER EVENTS NORTHERN LIGHTS The annual event during MLK Jr. Day weekend includes a big torchlight parade down the mountain, followed by a fireworks show in the village and celebrations at Taps. Sign up at 4:30 for one of the 70 spots to be a parade participant.

Jan. 14, at 6 pm. Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208263-9555)

tion for newbies ages 6-17, every Saturday from Jan. 7 through March 11. Beginners at 10 am; intermediate to advanced at 11:30 pm. Free. Lookout Pass, I-90 Exit 0 at Mullan, Idaho. skilookout.com (208744-1301) HANDS-ON ALPINE SKI AND SNOWBOARD WAXING WORKSHOP REI supplies the tools and knowledge; bring your gear to the shop for a small class with expert instruction to help you tune up and wax your gear before hitting the slopes. Jan. 10, from 5:30-7:30 pm. $45-$55. REI Spokane, 1125 N. Monroe St. rei.com/stores/spokane (328-9900) LADIES’ DAY WITH LISA DENSMORE A special women’s skiing event with former U.S. Ski Team member Lisa Densmore, who now coaches and instructs other skiers. Includes a continental breakfast, lunch, demos and instruction for intermediate/advanced skiers. Jan. 11, from 10 am-noon and 1-3 pm. $139 (lift ticket is an additional $20). Mt. Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park, 29500 N. Mt. Spokane Park Dr. mtspokane.com (2382220) CONDITIONING EXERCISES FOR ALPINE SKIING AND SNOWBOARDING Join physical therapy experts for an evening seminar about winter fitness and avoiding injuries on the slopes. Jan. 11, from 6-7 pm. Free; register to save a spot.

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Spokane Nordic Ski Association director Todd Dunfield leads a classroom-style session on cross-country skiing and snowshoeing at Mt. Spokane State Park.

Jan. 12, from 6-7 pm. Free. REI Spokane, 1125 N. Monroe St. rei.com/stores/spokane (328-9900) APRÈS-SKI PARTY After a day on Mt. Spokane (or in the office), enjoy prizes, food and more. Jan. 13, from 5-9 pm. Selkirk Pizza & Tap House, 12424 N. Division. Mtspokane.com (2382220) CROSS COUNTRY MOONLIGHT SKI TOUR AND DINNER Peacefully explore the moonlit woods on cross-country skis, after which you’ll enjoy a meal from Greenbluff Fresh Catering Co. Includes equipment, dinner and guides. Skiing experience recommended; Sno-Park and Discover Pass required. Of-

fered Jan. 14 and Feb. 11, from 6-9 pm. $49/person; ages 18+. At Mt. Spokane State Park Selkirk Lodge. Register online at spokaneparks.org or call 755-2489.

WOODY WAGON WEEKEND The Deschutes Brewery keg wagon returns to the village this year. Jan. 14-16; details TBA. Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208-2639555) NIGHT SKIING To coincide with the year’s first full moon, 49 Degrees North opens up the runs under the light of the moon. Also catch live music by Just Plain Darin in the lodge, from 2-6 pm. Jan. 14. $15 lift tickets. 49 Degrees North Mountain Resort, 3311 Flowery Trail Rd., Chewelah. ski49n.com (935-6649)

LOOKOUT WINTER CARNIVAL Annual festivities include the hilarious wife-carrying contest, a 100-foot sprint on a flat snow surface. Other events include a three-legged race, face painting and a snowman building contest. Jan. 15, wife-carrying contest at 1 pm. Lookout Pass, I-90 Exit 0 at Mullan, Idaho. skilookout.com (208-744-1301) WOMEN’S SNOWSHOE TOUR Guides offer advice on how to better control your snowshoes in a noncompetitive, relaxed session. Includes a trail pass, instruction, rentals and lunch in the yurt.

Offered Jan. 21 and Feb. 18, from 10 am-1 pm. $39/person. Ages 15+. 49 Degrees North, 3311 Flowery Trail Rd. Register online at spokaneparks.org.

TUBING FAMILY ADVENTURE Spokane Parks organizes a family tubing outing, with transportation to Mt. Spokane included. Jan. 22, from 10 am-1 pm. $29/person, ages 8+. Departs from Yoke’s Foods, 14202 N. Market. Register online at spokaneparks.org

KPND DAY Before heading to the mountain, Lookout guests can pick up a coupon at the Ski Shack (Hayden), Mountain Gear (Spokane) or KPND 95.3 offices for a discounted lift ticket, priced at $9.53. Valid only on Jan. 26. Lookout Pass, I-90 Exit 0 at Mullan, Idaho. skilookout.com (208744-1301) NORDIC SKI CLINICS Guest instructor Kevin van Bueren hosts a weekend of Nordic coaching sessions.

Pre-registration is highly recommended.

Jan. 27-29. Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Rd., Sandpoint, Idaho. schweitzer.com (208-2553070) WARDNER PEAK UPHILL DOWNHILL UPHILL DOWNHILL The second annual alpine touring, telemark, splitboard, snowshoe and snowboarding event open to all levels takes participants on a 2-mile route with “mellow climbs and fun descents,” and beverages at the finish line. Jan. 28. $20-$25.

Silver Mountain Resort, 610 Bunker Ave., Kellogg, Idaho. silvermt.com (866-3442675) MOUNTAIN BREWFEST AND SNOW BOWLING CONTEST The object of snow bowling is to push your teammate on a sled toward 10 inflatable bowling pins. Also happening concurrently is the Samuel Adams mountain brewfest all day in the loft. Jan. 29, contest (free) at 1 pm. Lookout Pass, I-90 Exit 0 at Mullan, Idaho. skilookout. com (208-744-1301) n

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Craigslist is a great way to get into a sport that has more ski bums probably because we are spending all of our cash on gear, passes and ski resort beers. Buyer beware as for those new to the sport can find themselves in to some vintage gear, that shops can’t even work on any more.

On the flip side, you could also find hidden gems from people that have found the yellow brick road with gear hookups and utilize Craigslist to pay it forward. I really want to know if that left footed, vape smoking, gloveless, passless snowboarder found his perfect match.  jen@snowlander.com

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This one, in particular was for one binding.

You got it. One right binding only.

It was a brand new binding that the gentleman selling explained, was for someone just like him. Only right footed. His snowboarding has changed a lot and he is “also short on cash” and needed to buy a pass. He only does one footer tricks so he didn’t really need two “binders” anymore. He goes on to explain, “I keep my front foot strapped in but selling my back binding and he plans on just using a stomp pad instead.

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THEATER THE TRIAL OF EBENEZER SCROOGE M

arley was dead: to begin with. Still, that doesn’t stop him from trudging and clanking his way to the witness stand as he’s called to defend himself against Ebenezer Scrooge’s litany of charges, which include breaking and entering, kidnapping and emotional distress.

It’s been exactly one year since the infamous miser was visited by three spirits and experienced his life-changing epiphany. And yet we nevertheless find ourselves here, along with Jacob Marley and his ethereal companions, in a chilly courtroom on Christmas Eve, 1884, at Scrooge’s insistence. His shot at redemption would seem to have missed its mark.

Save for the Ghost of Christmas Present, whose fleeting existence leaves no time for courtroom proceedings, nearly all of the key characters from Charles Dickens’ holiday morality tale appear in The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge, a somewhat misleadingly titled 2007 sequel written by Mark Brown. There’s Scrooge himself (Ron Weaks); Bob Cratchit and Jacob Marley (Blake King-Krueger); nephew Fred and the Ghost of Christmas Future (Timothy Linton); as well as Fan, Belle and the Ghost of Christmas Past (Emily Geddes). Dickens’ originals are rounded out by irritable Judge Stanchfield (Joe Smeader), barrister Solomon Rothschild (Bryan Durbin), a put-upon bailiff (Stephannie Gerard) and, finally, a court-appointed “translator” (Whitney Robinson) for the mute, reaper-like Ghost of Christmas Future. Though his crutch is introduced as evidence, Tiny Tim is notably absent.

Kearney Jordan’s costuming makes good use of the Civic’s wardrobe, not least with the Ghost of Christmas Past’s illuminated white dress. And director Chris Taylor hasn’t neglected the broad gags — like Stanchfield’s short-tempered fits or an indignant Mrs. Cratchit in the audience — that help this piece move beyond an overextended conceit that reads slightly better than it plays. Those with a decent working knowledge of Dickens’ text are best positioned to appreciate the citations and callbacks that Brown weaves into the dialogue.

Durbin (who also oversees set and lighting) and Geddes are the most polished actors among a cast with varying abilities but no lack of gusto. Smeader is conspicuously young for the role of Stanchfield; Weaks hasn’t yet settled into his Scrooge, resulting in a globetrotting accent and hesitant delivery that flattens the final twist. The single-interior set, though functional, puts Scrooge’s and Rothschild’s backs to the audience.

But regarding the play in general and this production in particular, The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge comes from an earnest, good-hearted place, and it’s easy to see this despite — and in part because of — some of its clunkier moments.

— E.J. IANNELLI

Ron Weeks as Scrooge; Blake King-Krueger as Marley (left), Emily Geddes as the Ghost of Christmas Past and Tim Linton as the Ghost of Christmas Future (right). CHRIS WOOLEY PHOTO

The Trial of Ebenezer Scrooge • Through Dec. 18: Thu-Sat, 7:30 pm; Sun, 2 pm • $18 • Firth J. Chew Studio at Spokane Civic Theatre • 1020 N. Howard • 325-2507

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ALBUM While the noisy guitar rock, insistent hooks and hyperliterate lyrics slathered across Alejandro Escovedo’s new album will be familiar to any fans of his recent work, BURN SOMETHING BEAUTIFUL is a departure on many fronts.

The most obvious is that the Texas legend packed up from Austin to record in Portland with some Northwest luminaries; Sleater-Kinney’s Corin Tucker lends some backing vocals, the Decemberists’ John Moen plays drums and Peter Buck (R.E.M.), Kurt Bloch (Fastbacks) and Scott McCaughey (Young Fresh Fellows) all join Escovedo on an unfailingly excellent set that’s strong from its punky start on “Horizon” to the distorted orchestral ballad, “Thought I’d Let You Know,” that finishes it off.

TV If you just watched the TBS series PEOPLE OF EARTH to see writer/ comedian Wyatt Cenac (The Daily Show) deliver one of the funniest deadpan acting jobs in recent memory, it would be worthwhile. But the show has a lot more to offer thanks to a killer cast (including Ana Gasteyer, Veep’s Brian Huskey and H. Jon Benjamin from Archer and Bob’s Burgers) and charming concept. Cenac plays a journalist who joins a small-town support group of alien abductees to write about their experiences, only to realize he has more in common with them than he thought. Non-spoiler-alert: The aliens in this show are definitely real, and prove hilariously human in their pettiness, incompetence and quick tempers.

BOOK Author Whitney Terrell swung through Spokane this fall as part of the Gonzaga Center for Public Humanities Series, and his descriptions of his on-the-ground war reporting in Iraq were enthralling to hear in person. They’re equally vivid in his latest novel, THE GOOD LIEUTENANT, set in the war-torn country and touching on myriad issues at play during warfare. Terrell kicks off the book with an explosive event from which the narrative unspools, in reverse time, in a way that takes the reader on a journey that is a joy to read while dealing with questions that are unsettling to ponder. n

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You (sort of) Know this Guy Comedian Bob Saget revels in both family and filth

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t this point in Bob Saget’s career, it’s not surprising to anyone that one of modern television’s cuddliest dads is also, on occasion, one of stand-up comedy’s most hilariously filthy performers.

Anyone under the illusion that Saget and his Danny Tanner persona from Full House (and now Fuller House) were one and the same should have learned that wasn’t the case via his roles in HalfBaked or Entourage, by reading his best-selling memoir or through watching one of his stand-up specials.

“No one is shocked anymore, because they know my intentions could not be more pure,” Saget says via phone from California. “I’m not here to talk about politics or religion. I just do what I think is funny. I’ll write something down, or I’ll tweet ‘Here’s something about my penis you might not know.’ It’s just silly. What 60-yearold writes penis jokes and then sends them out to his 20-year-old fans?”

Well, Saget, for one, but it’s clear in conversation that there’s a lot more to him than the either/or proposition of “sitcom dad” or “dirty comedian.” He’s unfailingly polite and thoughtful in conversation about his comedy and career.

And yes, he’s incredibly nice as he talks about his passion for directing films, a recent role as a Lutheran pastor in Hand to God on Broadway or an upcoming trip to New York to raise money to research scleroderma, the disease that took the life of one of his sisters.

While Saget’s career has taken him through myriad projects as a writer, actor, director and host, stand-up comedy has been what Saget calls “the center of the wheel” since he won a radio station contest as a Pennsylvania 17-year-old with a song he wrote about bondage. That taste of making people laugh inspired him to lug his guitar to New York and perform at open mics before heading to Los Angeles and working at The Comedy Store, where he introduced and shared stages with legendary performers like David Letterman, Richard Pryor and Robin Williams.

“It was ridiculous,” Saget says of the post-Steve Martin era when suddenly, comedians were held in the same regard as rock stars.

Directing films and TV, Saget says, is something he loves, and “similar in a way to stand-up in that you have control, to a certain point. The

He’s more than just Danny Tanner.

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creative choices and collaboration [in directing] is what I love so much, whereas in stand-up I love the freedom and the ability to entertain a crowd all by yourself. Although my audiences tend to get involved so much that they start entertaining themselves.”

While Saget typically performs in large theaters, he’s coming to Spokane for the first time for club shows to help hone a new hour he’s been working on. It’s a rare opportunity in a December that has him bouncing between appearances in Toronto, New York City and Tokyo, thanks to his charitable work and the release of season two of Fuller House on Netflix, before heading home to California for the holidays with his daughters and girlfriend.

While Saget’s stand-up is typically fairly “free-form,” he says the new material has “a little more structure,” something he thinks might be inspired by his time on the Broadway stage. Even if that’s true, he says, the laughs will come through.

“Whatever atmosphere I’m in, I’m a chameleon to it. The club atmosphere, I love the intimacy of it,” Saget says, noting that the new material lends itself to smaller rooms. “This hour seems a little more personal. It’s still chock-full of immature humor, because basically I’ve figured out through a lot of therapy that the silliness I use is a diversion from pain. But I’m just very happy with my stand-up right now.” n Bob Saget • Fri, Dec. 16 and Sat, Dec. 17, at 7:30 and 10:30 pm • $35/$45 • 21+ • Spokane Comedy Club • 315 W. Sprague • spokanecomedyclub.com • 318-9998

The new Hogwash Whiskey Den and Inland Pacific Kitchen are both housed in the 112-year-old Washington Cracker Co. Building. YOUNG KWAK PHOTO

Progressive Shift Chef Jeremy Hansen’s two new eateries inside the Washington Cracker Co. Building offer a blend of rustic and refined dining options

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short set of stairs end inside a dimly lit, cellar-like space. Low ceilings, exposed brick-and-plaster walls, reclaimed wood and rich leather seats reveal the decidedly rustic and masculine atmosphere of the newly opened Hogwash Whiskey Den. Situated in a basement corner of the 112-year-old Washington Cracker Co. Building, the bar’s rough-hewn style is an appropriate, though not overwrought, nod to contemporary culture’s nostalgic obsession with the Prohibition era.

Hogwash is one of two new food and drink ventures

by Spokane restaurant owner and chef Jeremy Hansen and his wife Kate. The couple’s tally of establishments — including the French-inspired Santé Restaurant & Charcuterie, which opened eight years ago — now totals five, along with the existing Butcher Bar inside Santé and Common Crumb Artisan Bakery at the Saranac Commons.

Just above Hogwash Whiskey Den, on the restored historic building’s first floor, Inland Pacific Kitchen is set to open late this month with a series of soft-opening “test” dinners in the days leading up to a grand New Year’s Eve dinner, featuring a menu consisting solely of white-colored foods. The reservation-only Winter White Menu with absinthe pairings (+$45/person) is $120 per person. Test dinners are set for Dec. 15-17, 21-23 and 28-

30, at 6 pm, for the same price.

The couple first decided to open a fine dining restaurant in the historic downtown building more than a year and a half ago. In the basement beneath the Inland Pacific Kitchen is a large catering kitchen that also services Hogwash.

“We always considered doing something down there; some kind of bar,” Chef Hansen says of the Hogwash space. “It was going to be cheaply done, but then these cool ideas came. And we did do it cheaply with recycled everything, utilizing pieces that were in the building. As we were building, it just turned into the Hogwash Whiskey Den,” he adds.

A soft opening the weekend after Thanksgiving offered a preview of the Den’s whiskey-themed drink menu that’s paired with refined pub food; burgers, crostini, pork belly, wings, sandwiches, vegetables and other shareable snacks ($4-$10). There’s a decadent fried cheddar burger ($12), which comes stacked with a square of battered, deep-fried cheese. Hogwash’s menu is also reminiscent of simple, homestyle comfort food. The “snacks” list offers choices like crackers and jam, skillet cornbread with butter, and salted honey toast. Its libations menu showcases pre-Prohibition and Prohibition-era classics, alongside several concoctions from house bartenders

Simon Moorby, Ariel St. Clair and Cabby Barnard.

A whiskey locker program with annual membership rates of $200, $500 or $1,000 allows customers a variety of options to keep their own liquor on site, stored in a repurposed vintage filing cabinet system behind the bar.

While the underlying culinary philosophies of both new spots are similar — Hansen sources products almost exclusively from the Pacific Northwest, and subscribes to a whole-animal butchering philosophy for meats served at all of his restaurants — the atmosphere and aesthetics of Hogwash and Inland Pacific Kitchen (IPK, for short) present apparent contrasts.

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n the southwest corner of the red brick building, the tall windows of Inland Pacific Kitchen fill the space with ethereal afternoon light on an overcast day.

Walls of white and tones from light gray to deep charcoal create a contemporary, European-inspired setting. All the dining room seating is framed around an open chef’s kitchen in the center of the room, enabling guests to see every aspect of their meal’s preparation.

Though it would be natural for those familiar with Hansen’s flagship Santé to guess that Inland Pacific Kitchen will be similar in style, he’s taking a varied approach to what he describes as progressive-style food at this new spot.

“It will be more flavor-forward and technique-driven food that’s meant to make you think about what you’re eating and experiencing, other than eating to be nourished,” he says. “You’re eating art, and these are small plates, but I’m not going to have five to six things on a plate — it’ll be three ingredients done really well.”

Hansen’s menu for Inland Pacific Kitchen’s debut lists four items each in three categories: vegetarian, at $8 each; local dishes — one includes chanterelles with black garlic, shallots, currant confit and corn-fried brioche — at ...continued on next page

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$10 each; and a protein section with halibut, beef, prawn and pigeon, at $12 each. Guests can sample from each section as they wish, with the option to try all dishes in a tasting-style menu for $100 per person.

“It’s going to be really fun. I get to do the cooking that I have been thinking about for years as Santé was building and opening up,” Hansen says. “During that time I’ve been developing a future-wise style of cooking that we get to do here.”

Differing from Santé’s local-sourcing focus, Hansen also plans to occasionally feature ingredients that can’t be harvested in the region. This will open up options to serve a dish at Inland Pacific Kitchen with, say, mangoes or pineapple.

After the staff settle in, the restaurant plans to also serve a weekday lunch menu from 11 am to 2 pm, most likely starting in January. Unlike the small-plates menu offered during dinner, Inland Pacific Kitchen’s lunch is set to consist mostly of burgers and sandwiches, and similar to items served downstairs at Hogwash.

The new space with its central chef’s kitchen was also designed with cooking classes in mind. As they’re planned, these and other future events are to be posted on the restaurant’s website or shared via a newsletter.

Though Santé features seasonal menus with rotating weekly or daily specials, this new eatery will change its entire menu every three to four weeks. There are plans to feature special menus ENTRÉE for guest chef collaborations Get the scoop on local and one-off events like beer-, food news with our weekly wine- or spirit-pairing dinners.

Entrée newsletter. Sign up “The menu will be inspired at Inlander.com/newsletter. by cuisines and stories and themes and culture,” Hansen says. “We were just in Japan five months ago, and we learned about the art of kaiseki and omakase – which means truly balanced dishes — and at the bar we’re going to have the omakase chef’s bar, which will be the chef’s whim, like at a sushi place.”

This reservation-only, all-you-can-eat option offers just six seats each of the four nights a week that Inland Pacific Kitchen is open, and at a price of $100 per person.

“This is what I do. I love it,” Hansen summarizes. “I want to do it the best we possibly can. It’s a journey to help develop the food culture in Spokane, and I want to live in a city that has all these amazing options.” n cheys@inlander.com Hogwash Whiskey Den • 304 W. Pacific • Open Mon-Sat, 4 pm-2 am • drinkhogwash.com Inland Pacific Kitchen • 304 W. Pacific • Open Wed-Thu, 5:30-9 pm; Fri-Sat, 5:30-10 pm • ipkspokane.com

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Mom-Approved

Prana’s menu is focused on “clean eating.” CARRIE SCOZZARO PHOTO

A desire for healthy home meals prompted Coeur d’Alene’s Prana Juice Bar & Eatery

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ennifer Swope knows of at least one North Idaho restaurant where her kids can order anything off the menu: Prana Juice Bar & Eatery. One son, explains the mother of four, favors the Vibe Me smoothie — cashew milk, banana, strawberries, blueberries and hemp seeds

($6.95) — while the oldest daughter digs the black bean and avocado quesadilla ($8.25).

“Everything that’s on the menu,” says Swope, “I had my kids eat.”

Swope started Prana after relocating to Coeur d’Alene

from Billings, Montana, where she’d nursed the dream of opening a small smoothie and fresh-pressed juice business. “It ballooned into a vegan eatery,” says Swope, whose initial interest in the relationship between diet and health was prompted by her then-3-year-old’s diagnosis of genetic Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.

For years, Swope researched, experimented and developed recipes to provide her family what she calls clean eating: no dairy, gluten, processed foods, or refined sugars, with an emphasis on organic fruits, vegetables, nuts and select hormone- and nitrate-free meats.

For breakfast, the Caveman Burrito is Paleo dietfriendly with turkey bacon, organic cage-free eggs, white and orange sweet potatoes and a gluten-free tortilla that Swope makes from scratch ($7.95). The Pumpkin Chai bowl features almond butter, banana, pumpkin, granola and housemade chai ($8.95), while the grilled veggie sandwich features a tofu bread and beet hummus ($7.95).

Prana beverages range from smoothies ($6.95) and cold-pressed juice ($5.95-$6.95) to local DOMA coffee ($2.50-$4.50) and Bare Culture Kombucha ($4.25).

Avocado lends a creaminess to the Love Me smoothie (almond milk, avocado, orange, spinach, raspberry, strawberry and sweetener — in this case, dates) while ginger gives the Kryptonite juice (spinach, celery, cucumber, ginger, kale, orange) a real punch.

Providing a family-friendly place is important, says Swope, who included a kids’ area in the small storefront restaurant, as well as a kids’ menu of Paleo and vegan classics like an AB&J with almond butter and jelly ($5.25). n Prana Juice Bar & Eatery • 212 W. Sunset Ave., Coeur d’Alene • Open Mon-Fri, 7 am-3 pm; Sat, 8 am-3 pm • facebook.com/pranacda • 208-966-4120

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Darkest Before the Dawn Rogue One: A Star Wars Story leans on its characters to push through the bleakness

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xpanding the Star Wars cinematic universe outside part of the mission to find out if there is any way to stop of the tent-pole-numbered episodes presents a the new project that her father designed — the Death Star. dicey proposition for a number of reasons, and The strength of Rogue One lies in a cast of characters Rogue One: A Star Wars Story checks all of the potentially that reward genuine investment. Jones plays Jyn with a worrisome boxes: diluting the brand and cheapening steely edge of a fiercely strong and independent woman future anticipation (aka Marvel-ization), re-covering who’s totally capable of fighting her own battles. Her storytelling ground that the extended universe already connection to her father carries real emotional weight, did well (before Disney declared it all and her relationship of standoffish mutual adminon-canon), and giving the side films to ROGUE ONE: ration with Cassian wonderfully avoids clichés. lesser moviemakers (Rogue One director Donnie Yen almost steals the movie as Chirrut A STAR WARS STORY Gareth Edwards’ biggest credit is 2014’s Îmwe, a blind warrior-monk. With a calm aura, Rated PG-13 Godzilla). But while Rogue One lacks some steadfast beliefs, and preference for physical Directed by Gareth Edwards of the signature Star Wars adventurous combat (using his staff), the character manages Starring Felicity Jones, Diego fun, there’s enough creativity to make the Luna, Alan Tudyk to tap into the Jedi’s real-world samurai origins first Star Wars spin-off succeed. more effectively than any actual cinematic Jedi.

Set immediately before A New Hope, It doesn’t hurt that Chirrut is always flanked by Rogue One follows Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones), the daughter his loyal pal/muscle (and only guy in the universe with of reluctant chief Imperial engineer Galen Erso (Mads an automatic blaster rifle) Baze Malbus (Wen Jiang). Ben Mikkelsen). When Rebel intelligence soldier Cassian AnMendelsohn sinks his teeth into the antagonist role of dor (Diego Luna) rescues Jyn from prison, she becomes Death Star Director Orson Krennic, boasting an aloof,

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sneering disdain for both Rebels and the Imperials in his way. The lone comic relief comes from Cassian’s blunttalking reprogrammed Imperial Security Droid, K-2SO. Because its fictional time period allows it, the film goes a bit overboard with brief moments of unsubtle and unnecessary fan service. That said, the way certain characters from A New Hope get worked into Rogue One — Grand Moff Tarkin, in particular — is downright stunning, on a “this may change moviemaking history going forward” level. There are also a few extremely clever combat moments both on the ground and in space, adding zest to the familiar battle plotting.

The biggest departure Rogue One takes from previous Star Wars films comes from Edwards’ directorial tone.

This is not a movie made for little kids. The darkness on display makes The Empire Strikes Back look downright sunny. At times, Rogue One gets oppressively bleak. But that bleakness helps the film stick. Rogue One isn’t a safe expansion of the Star Wars cinematic universe, but bold first steps rarely are. n

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OPENING FILMS COLLATERAL BEAUTY

Collateral Beauty tells the story of a once charismatic man (Will Smith) who loses his young daughter and retreats into himself in grief. In order to cope, he writes abstract letters to Love, Time, and Death; much to his surprise, and disdain, they show up in his life personified. The cast includes Helen Mirren, Kate Winslet, Michael Pena, Edward Norton, Keira Knightley, and more. (HM) Rated PG-13

MANCHESTER

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Lee Chandler (Casey Affleck) is a handyman in several Boston-area apartment buildings, who gets news from his coastal Massachusetts hometown of Manchester-by-the-Sea that his brother, Joe (Kyle Chandler), has finally succumbed to a long battle

with heart disease. What he does not expect upon his return — to a place filled with ghosts, and where everyone speaks his name like he’s a local boogeyman — is that Joe has named Lee as the guardian for Joe’s 16-yearold son Patrick (Lucas Hedges), forcing Lee to confront a past that has left him broken. Rated R

ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY

Set before A New Hope, Rogue One follows Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones), the daughter of Galen Erso (Mads Mikkelsen). When Rebel intelligence soldier Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) rescues Jyn from prison, she becomes part of the mission to find out if there is any way to stop the new project that her father designed — the Death Star.

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Two assassins (Brad Pitt and Marion Cotillard) meet in North Africa in 1942, each attempting to kill the same Nazi official. They fall in love, move to London, and attempt to settle down and live a life of normalcy. But when you’re on the brink of another war and you’ve known all along that the one you love is a cold-blooded killer, how can you be sure they won’t turn on you? (HM) Rated R

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Amy Adams plays Dr. Louise Banks, a world-class linguist who is summoned by the government when a mysterious object appears in Montana. Her job is to find some way to communicate with creatures who do not resemble us, who do not understand our language, and who may not even possess body parts that allow them to speak. (PC) PG-13

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Billy Bob Thornton is back after more than a decade as the drunk and naughty Willie Stokes, a man for whom Christmas is a time to take advantage of whoever possible; this time, a Chicago charity. Mark Waters (of Mean Girls’ fame) directs, and Kathy Bates joins the cast as Stokes’ mother. (HM) Rated R

CERTAIN WOMEN

Written and directed by Kelly Reichardt and set in modern small-town Montana, this drama displays the intersecting lives of three independent women. Lawyer Laura Wells (Laura Dern) deals with sexism in the office and an unruly, disgruntled male client. Gina Lewis (Michelle Williams), a wife and mother, is trying to build her family’s new house from the ground up, despite her husband’s constant undermining of her. Beth Travis (Kristen Stewart), a young law teacher working multiple jobs, relates to a curious female ranch hand who stumbles into a class Beth is teaching. (EG) Rated R

DOCTOR STRANGE

Stephen Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) is a New York neurosurgeon who is in a terrible car accident that leaves him with such severe nerve damage in his hands that he can no longer perform surgery. His search for a cure leads him to Nepal and a sort of spiritual martial-arts retreat called Kamar-Taj. Here, sorcerers the Ancient One (Tilda Swinton) and Mordo, her lieutenant, teach Stephen all about using magic, which he employs to save the world from bad guys. (SR) Rated PG-13

EAGLE HUNTRESS

Aisholphan is a 13-year-old girl living as part of a nomadic Kazakh tribe who wants to be the first woman in her family to learn how to hunt with an eagle, which is a tradition to her people. This uplifting documentary takes a look into a unique culture while telling an inspiring story. At AMC (MB) Rated G

EDGE OF SEVENTEEN

Nadine is a high school junior who must deal with her hotshot older brother, Darian, and her overbearing, emotionally unstable mother (Kyra Sedgwick). Nadine’s lone ray of hope in this teenage wasteland is her best (and literally only) friend, Krista (Haley Lu Richardson). But when a hungover Nadine stumbles in on Krista and her bro hooking up, her whole world becomes a fog of crushing loneliness.

(SS) Rated R

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Desmond Doss (Andrew Garfield) is an earnest young man as America goes to war in 1941. He’s determined to do his duty in service to his country, but, as a devout Seventh-day Adventist, he is adamant in his refusal to take up arms against another human being. So as he leaves behind his fiancée, Dorothy (Teresa Palmer), and parents (Hugo Weaving and Rachel Griffiths) with the intention of serving as a medic, he believes he can serve by saving lives rather than taking them — until he reaches basic training, and faces a U.S. Army that has no idea what to do with this guy.

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JACK REACHER: NEVER GO BACK

Tom Cruise plays investigator Jack Reacher in this sequel to the 2012 original. After learning that his colleague, Army Major Susan Turner (Cobie Smulders) has been arrested on charges of espionage, Reacher sets out to prove her innocence. His adventure forces him to work outside the law as he uncovers a government conspiracy involving the death of U.S. soldiers. (EG) Rated PG-13

LOVING

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Ove, the curmudgeon in this Swedish import, walks around with the puckered face of a man who’s seemingly spent a lifetime sucking on lemons, a true crank after the death of his wife.

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Writer-director Jeff Nichols tells a story, and an important story in American history: the landmark 1967 Supreme Court decision in Loving v. Virginia that rendered states’ anti-miscegenation laws unconstitutional, and affirmed the marriage of a white Virginia man, Richard Loving (Joel Edgerton), to his “colored” wife, Mildred (Ruth Negga).

On a certain level, though, Loving is about people who find that they have no choice but to insert their lives into something bigger, even when it might seem simpler and easier not to fight.

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Tom Hanks plays Robert Langdon, a symbologist who must follow a complicated series of clues related to medieval poet Dante in order to solve a dastardly worldwide conspiracy plot. Landon wakes up with amnesia in an Italian

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Based on the historical thriller Fingersmith written by Sarah Waters, this film differs from the book in that it is set in 1930s Korea instead of the original Victorian era Britain as the author originally imagined it. Following the story of a young pickpocket’s intimate love affair with a wealthy Japanese heiress, this tale embodies intimate deceit. The young pickpocketing woman gains access as the heiress’s handmaiden in order to defraud her, as prompted by a Korean con man. The plan encounters trouble when unexpected feelings are unearthed between the women. (EG) Rated NR Harry deLeyer simply wanted to save the horse named Snowman from a trip to the glue factory when he bought him for $80. Two years later, man and beast were an award-winning team, taking the triple crown of show-jumping against big-money horses bred for greatness. This film documents their rise to fame in the late 1950s, and years traveling the world, through the still-vivid recollections of the now-86year-old Harry and archival footage. At Magic Lantern (DN) Not Rated

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When outcast Florida teen Jacob (Asa Butterfield) goes to check on his beloved grandpa (Terence Stamp) after a distressed phone call, he finds the old man dying and sees monsters nearby.

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lead Jacob through a time portal, he discovers that the children (known as peculiars) do exist, possessing powers like super strength and the ability to rapidly grow plants. (MJ) Rated PG-13

MISS SLOANE

Jessica Chastain plays Elizabeth Sloane, a renowned lobbyist in D.C. with a track record of success and a history of cunning on behalf of her corporate clients.

When she is asked to take on the gun lobby, she risks her career and the safety of the people she cares about.

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MOANA

Moana is driven to find out what lies beyond the reefs off her beautiful South Pacific island paradise, reefs beyond which her people are forbidden to venture. What makes her special is how she will achieve this: she is chosen by the ocean itself, as a reward for a kind act toward a sea creature, to take on a quest involving a long and dangerous journey that will, hopefully, save her island and her people. (MJ) Rated PG-13

MOONLIGHT

Written and directed by Barry Jenkins, the film follows the life of Chiron, beginning as a 9-year-old drug dealer in Miami, as he grows up struggling to come to terms with his sexuality. At Magic Lantern (MB) Rated R

NOCTURNAL ANIMALS

In the latest from Tom Ford (A Single Man) comes this psychological thriller about a woman (Amy Adams) whose ex-husband (Jake Gyllenhaal) sends her a novel he’s written that’s dedicated to her. The problem is that it’s a revenge tale and brings her back to the awful thing she did that ended their marriage. (MB) Rated R

OFFICE CHRISTMAS PARTY

What do you do when your CEO sister attempts to close the branch you manage right before the holidays? If you’re Clay (TJ Miller), you solve the problem by dressing up as Santa, hiring a DJ, and partying hard. This movie boasts a packed cast, with Jennifer Aniston, Kate McKinnon, Courtney B. Vance, Jason Bateman, Olivia Munn, Randall Park, and at least one reindeer. (HM) Rated R 

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lenty of filmmakers have a favorite the16-year-old son Patrick (Lucas Hedges), forcing matic subject. Few filmmakers, however, Lee to confront a past that has left him broken. have shown Kenneth Lonergan’s willingLonergan doesn’t play coy for too long ness to look at that same thematic subject from so with the circumstances behind Lee’s perpetual many distinct perspectives. thousand-yard stare, making it clear early on Grief has permeated Lonergan’s films ever that it has something to do with his separation since he expanded his work from the stage to from his now-ex-wife, Randi (Michelle Williams). the screen, going back to his 2000 debut You Can Affleck’s performance percolates with inwardCount on Me and his little-seen masterwork Margaturned, inarticulate rage, sporadically erupting ret. In all those works, he has poked around not in unprovoked attacks on whoever happens to just at how people respond to tragedy, but at how look at Lee cross-eyed in a bar. It’s a phenomenal someone else might respond to that same tragedy piece of film acting, a portrait of unprocessed in a completely different way, or even not take pain that electrifies one of the year’s most heartthat individual grieving process seriously. In his breaking scenes, as Lee and Randi unexpectedly mournful, prickly Manchester by the meet in the middle of the street — Sea, Lonergan again dives into that Randi pushing the stroller with her MANCHESTER new baby — and can barely find a same territory, emerging with yet

BY THE SEA another singular character study complete sentence that will bridge Rated R about wounded people trying to the distance between them.

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This is also a story that refuses Kenneth Lonergan The story opens with Lee to see some magical healing properStarring Casey Affleck, Lucas Chandler (Casey Affleck) working ties in the relationship between Hedges, Michelle Williams as a handyman in several BostonLee and Patrick, however much area apartment buildings, seemthe two might need one another. ingly disconnected from anyone and everything Lonergan struggles a bit with folding his crucial but the people whose toilets and showers he flashback scenes into the primary narrative, but repairs. Then he gets news from his coastal Masultimately serves up haunting scenes that suggest sachusetts hometown of Manchester-by-the-Sea some wounds never entirely heal, and some that his brother, Joe (Kyle Chandler), has finally attempts to make amends for past mistakes will succumbed to a long battle with heart disease. fail. Manchester by the Sea may be about grief, but What he does not expect upon his return — to it’s never about grief as an abstract concept. In a place filled with ghosts, and where everyone Kenneth Lonergan’s world, adjusting to the scars speaks his name like he’s a local boogeyman — is that shape our lives isn’t a one-size-fits-all experithat Joe has named Lee as the guardian for Joe’s ence. 

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ike Roberts had only lived in Spokane a few days before noticing the for-sale sign posted on the Northwest Boulevard property, but he saw the potential in this tiny storefront. Here, he could sell records and tapes. He could have a home for his Resurrection Records label. After making a call to the property owner, he moved into the shop at the end of September.

He had been in town for less than a month.

“I like talking to people about music all day,” says Roberts last week at his Resurrection Records store. “I may not know as much as others, but I always like to learn through conversation.”

The shop, oddly shaped and mostly windows, is just 150 square feet, yet Roberts is able to stuff tons of new

and used records and tapes, along with posters and music memorabilia, inside. No matter how small the shop is, his space heater has trouble keeping up. Sometimes, when he’s playing an album in-store, the record player slows down to a crawl, like it’s cold, too.

Roberts is aware of the other record stores in the Inland Northwest area (two newer Spokane spots, Garageland and Groove Merchants, are still going strong, as are older, more established shops), and he knows about the demise of Hastings, a retail chain that sold new and used music and more. While the store wasn’t just regional, with 126 outlets nationally, music fans felt the pain from the handful of local Hastings closings — the Spokane Valley location even hosted a farewell concert in November.

In a world where online retailers continue to dominate vinyl sales, the future of brick-and-mortar music stores is unknown, but Roberts says he thinks there’s room for all the record shops in Spokane, especially when each has its niche. Only 26, Roberts says he carries a newer selection of records than other stores in town, and that he’s open to carrying everything.

“I was told that country wouldn’t sell here,” he says.

“But I set up a section in my shop and people buy those records all the time.”

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grew up, from store clerks who smirked at his selections.

This isn’t his first foray into the music store business; he was part-owner of a record shop in Santa Ana, California, in 2012. Then he moved to Portland and expanded his record label business, releasing albums for bands all over North America. He endured the heat of Austin, Texas, for the first part of 2016 before deciding to join his mother in Spokane.

“There isn’t that elitist attitude here, as there is in places like Austin and Portland,” he says. “People are welcoming here and they get along in the music scene, instead of constantly competing.”

Vinyl collecting is also continuing to lose its elitist, music-snob stereotype. According to Nielsen’s 2016 U.S. Music Mid-Year Report, vinyl now takes up about 12 percent of the physical business of all music sales — although overall music sales continue to decrease as streaming service revenues skyrocket.

Roberts’ life changed at age 15. That was the year he started spending entire paychecks on records and going to shows, when he could get there. Now he sees curious teenage customers coming into his shop almost daily.

“This is exactly how it was for me,” Roberts says. “It’s not just the older generation collecting records, younger people want to come and check out what I have, too. They’re still interested.” n Resurrection Records • 1921 W. Northwest Blvd. • 414-1429 • getresurrected.com

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Void Omnia believes that humans are doomed on this planet.

Blast Off Void Omnia rages on with its atmospheric black metal and doom-and-gloom mentality

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lack metal has enjoyed unprecedented attention stateside in recent years, thanks largely to the breakthrough of the San Francisco band Deafheaven, which takes certain elements of the longstanding subgenre — most notably screeching, unintelligible vocals — and juxtaposes them with post-rock’s unhurried pace and gorgeous sheets of shoegazey guitars.

Questions of pace will never be a problem for fellow notable Bay Area quintet Void Omnia, which brings its savage attack to Spokane on Monday. Formed among current and former members of well-known metal groups like Tombs, Mutilation Rites, Ulthar and Ruine, the band charges forward at breakneck pace, making liberal use of another black metal staple: the maniacal, machine-gun rhythmic riff known as the blast beat.

Void Omnia started in 2011 when guitarists Mike Jochimsen and Tyler Schro-

eder began writing music together, and Jamison Kester added his wild-eyed arsenal of deathly howls and demonic growls. The three entered the new project with a clear goal, says Kester.

“The idea was just to create atmospheric black metal, with the intention of bringing our incarnation of the sound to light,” he says. “The sound is a wash of noise which creates an atmosphere. We try to construct everything so it melds together.”

In 2015, the band added bassist Justin Ennis and drummer Cody Stein, and last January, Void Omnia got to work on its debut album Dying Light. At 35 minutes stretched across just five tracks, it’s packed with black metal that soars on grand ambition and great melodic sensibility, but doesn’t sacrifice one bit of the raw sonic chaos that makes the genre so cathartic.

Rhythmically, Stein is a blast-beat beast. Musically, Jochimsen and Schroeder

counterbalance Void Omina’s harshness with monster waves of brutally beautiful electric guitar. Lyrically, Kester screams of space, time, depression, nihilism, phenomenology and philosophy — albeit in his own indecipherable, goblin-like dialect.

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Schonn that depicts an extraterrestrial creature looking out onto a combustible cosmos. Void Omnia’s interstellar obsession is rooted in our existence here on Earth, says Kester.

“Humans are doomed on this planet,” he says. “We created that problem for ourselves and will eventually suffer the repercussions. That’s not to say the planet isn’t naturally purging itself, but we have contributed greatly and will have to explore options elsewhere.” n Void Omnia with Seven Chains and Askevault • Mon, Dec. 19, at 8 pm • $5 • $21+ • The Observatory • 15 S. Howard • observatoryspokane.com • 598-8933

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ontinuing its enjoyable tradition of asking local bands to record original or classic Christmas songs, the Bartlett releases a new compilation and hosts an accompanying Christmas special this weekend. The year’s cozy album release party has expanded to two nights of holiday cheer, with a varying lineup for each concert. Friday’s festive show features Mama Doll, Mini Murders, Curran Long, Lavoy (pictured) and Violet Catastrophe, while Saturday night’s lineup is Lavoy, Curran Long, Windoe, Water Monster and Jenny Anne Mannan.

Expect a lot of these same names and more on the third Christmas compilation, which will be available on the Bartlett’s Bandcamp page by the end of the week.

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ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS, Fireside Music Series feat. Ron Greene J BABY BAR, Body Meat, the Dancing Plague of 1518, Bandit Train BARLOWS AT LIBERTY LAKE, Sunny Nights Duo J THE BIG DIPPER, Itchy Sweater Christmas Party with Itchy Kitty, Dark White Light, the Hallows, Lucky Chase J BING CROSBY THEATER, Future Song Benefit Concert feat. Myles Kennedy, Peter Rivera, Joe Bracsh, Danny McCollim J BOOMERS CLASSIC ROCK BAR & GRILL, Randy Campbell acoustic show BOOTS BAKERY & LOUNGE, The Song Project J BUCER’S COFFEEHOUSE PUB, Open Jazz Jam with Erik Bowen BUCKHORN INN, The Spokane River Band J CHAPS, Spare Parts COEUR D’ALENE CASINO, PJ Destiny CRAVE, DJ Freaky Fred FIZZIE MULLIGANS, Kicho J HOTEL RL BY RED LION AT THE PARK, Tommy G J INB PERFORMING ARTS CENTER, Chris Tomlin with Matt Redman THE JACKSON ST., DJ Dave LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Chuck Dunlop J MONARCH MOUNTAIN COFFEE, Open Mic hosted by Scott Reid J MOSCOW FOOD CO-OP, Aaron Torres O’SHAYS IRISH PUB & EATERY, Open mic with Adrian and Leo THE OBSERVATORY, Vinyl Meltdown THE RESERVE, Liquid with DJ Funk RIVELLE’S RIVER GRILL, Truck Mills and special guests Jam Night

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rist Krueger isn’t known for his creative song titles. Instead, each of his Yardsss works, or case studies, focuses on building off of electronic ideas. Consider the one-man show’s recent EP titled 333; the two songs on the disc are called “3331” and “3332.”

His other albums also follow that numbered structure. The format is simply a tip-off that you’re in for something entirely intricate. While the aurally stunning tunes are supposed to make you think (Kruger is inspired by modern composer John Cage, after all), it’s also OK to just let the vibrant, mostly instrumental layers wash over you. On Friday, the Chicago/Portland-based artist comes to Spokane to share the audio-visual and multidisciplinary show he’s calling “Parablesss [in three parts].”

— LAURA JOHNSON Yardsss with Tony Brown, Maidenhair, Matt Dargan • Fri, Dec. 16, at 9 pm • $5 • 21+ • The Observatory • 15 S. Howard • observatoryspokane.com • 598-8933

THE ROCK BAR & LOUNGE, Spokane River Band ROCKER ROOM, Children of Atom, ICARUS, Heart Avail THE PIN!, KC, Novi, Youngsmoke, CCB Krew, Lou Era, Disk Jockey F3lon ZOLA, Whack a Mole

Friday, 12/16

J THE BARTLETT, Christmas Special feat. Mama Doll, Mini Murders, Curran Long, Lavoy, Catastrophe (See story above) BEVERLY’S, Robert Vaughn J THE BIG DIPPER, September Mourning, Mercy Brown, Elephant Gun Riot BIGFOOT PUB, YESTERDAYSCAKE J BING CROSBY THEATER, Robert Cray Band

BLACK DIAMOND, DJ Sterling BOLO’S, Slow Burn BOOMERS CLASSIC ROCK BAR & GRILL, Kosta La Vista J CALYPSOS COFFEE & CREAMERY, B-Sharp Christmas COEUR D’ALENE CASINO, Donnie Emerson and Nancy Sophia, JamShack CURLEY’S, Phoenix FEDORA PUB & GRILLE, Echo Elysium FIZZIE MULLIGANS, Uppercut J THE HIVE, MarchFourth IDAHO POUR AUTHORITY, Bright Moments Jazz IRON HORSE BAR, The Cronkites THE JACKSON ST., Steve Livingston and Triple Shot THE JACKSON ST., Steve Livingston and Triple Shot

JOHN’S ALLEY, Cowboy Justice Band J KNITTING FACTORY, Blue Christmas with Sammy Eubanks, Spokane Dan and the Blues Blazers and Brisket Blues Revue J LAGUNA CAFÉ, Diane Copeland LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Karrie O’Neill MOOSE LOUNGE, Sombody’s Hero MULLIGAN’S BAR & GRILLE, Ron Greene NASHVILLE NORTH, Luke Jaxon, DJ Tom NYNE, Ragtag Romantics J THE OBSERVATORY, Yardsss (See story above), Tony Brown, Maidenhair, Matt Dargan THE PALOMINO, DJ Perfechter PEND D’OREILLE WINERY, Ugly Sweater Party with Mike and Sadie THE RESERVE, Stepbrothers

THE RIDLER PIANO BAR, Dueling Pianos feat. Christan Raxter & Steve Ridler J THE PIN!, The Nightmare Before Christmas feat. FAUS, Extortionist, Age of Nefilim (Official), Losing Skin, Reason For Existence, ROT MONGER, Narrow Minded, Blacktracks, The Hallows THE ROADHOUSE, Tightrope (Stevie Ray Vaughn Tribute), Aftermath THE STATION HOUSE BAR & GRILL, Deez Nutz feat. Chris Kidd VICTORY SPORTS HALL, Dan Conrad ZOLA, Gladhammer

Saturday, 12/17

ARBOR CREST WINE CELLARS, Fireside Music Series feat. Spare Parts Duo

BARLOWS AT LIBERTY LAKE, Just Plain Darin  THE BARTLETT, Christmas Special feat. Lavoy, Curran Long, Windoe, Water Monster, Jenny Anne Mannan (See story on facing page) BEVERLY’S, Robert Vaughn  THE BIG DIPPER, Sessionz Smooth Jazz Holiday Show BIGFOOT PUB, YESTERDAYSCAKE BLACK DIAMOND, Nicolas DJ Stud BOLO’S, Slow Burn BOOMERS CLASSIC ROCK BAR & GRILL, Kosta La Vista and friends  CALYPSOS COFFEE & CREAMERY, Red Sweater Lullaby with Levi the Poet and Dan Smith CHECKERBOARD BAR, Chad Burk aka Choppstixx memoial COEUR D’ALENE CASINO, Donnie Emerson and Nancy Sophia, JamShack CURLEY’S, Phoenix FEDORA PUB & GRILLE, Cris Lucas FIZZIE MULLIGANS, Uppercut  HOPPED UP BREWING CO., Particle Head and Erin Parkes IDAHO POUR AUTHORITY, John Firshi IRON HORSE BAR, The Cronkites THE JACKSON ST., DJ Dave LA ROSA CLUB, Open Jam LAGUNA CAFÉ, Nick Schauer Jazz Trio LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Kari Marguerite  LOST BOYS’ GARAGE, Wyatt Wood MICKDUFF’S BEER HALL, Ben Olson MOOSE LOUNGE, Sombody’s Hero MULLIGAN’S BAR & GRILLE, Jimmy Morrison NASHVILLE NORTH, Luke Jaxon, DJ Tom NORTHERN QUEST CASINO, DJ Patrick PROSPECTORS, Chris Rieser and Jay Rawley Acoustic Duo THE RESERVE, Safar Band, DJ Jim Roland, Ben Klein THE RIDLER PIANO BAR, Dueling Pianos feat. Christan Raxter & Steve Ridler  THE SHOP, Michael and Keleren Millham Holiday Concert  THE PIN!, The Nightmare Before Christmas feat. The Ongoing Concept, Alive In Barcelona, Jedediah The Pilot, Deaf To, Lions Beside Us, Ghost Heart, Wake Up Flora, 37 Street Signs, Heart of an Awl, Reign of Ashes, Foxtrot Epidemic THE ROADHOUSE, Steve Starkey THE STATION HOUSE BAR & GRILL, Deez Nutz feat. Chris Kidd ZOLA, Gladhammer

Sunday, 12/18

DALEY’S CHEAP SHOTS, Jam Night with VooDoo Church EICHARDT’S, Huckleberry and Friends IRON HORSE BAR & GRILL, AlgoRhythms  KNITTING FACTORY, In Flames, Hellyeah, From Ashes to New, Source LINGER LONGER LOUNGE, Open jam O’DOHERTY’S IRISH GRILLE, Live Irish Music THE RESERVE, Ben Klein’s Swing to the King Christmas show  THE PIN!, Food Drive Hip-Hop

Showcase ZOLA, Blake Braley Band

Monday, 12/19

 CALYPSOS COFFEE & CREAMERY, Open Mic EICHARDT’S, Monday Night Jam with Truck Mills  THE OBSERVATORY, Void Omnia (See story on page 41), Seven Chains, Askevault RED ROOM LOUNGE, Open Mic with MJ The In-Human Beatbox ZOLA, Kellen Rowe

Tuesday, 12/20

BABY BAR, The Tourist Union, Kori Ailene  THE BOILER ROOM, Nick Grow

THE JACKSON ST., DJ Dave KELLY’S IRISH PUB, Arvid Lundin and Deep Roots LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Turntable Tuesday MIK’S, DJ Brentano  MOSCOW FOOD CO-OP, Dan Maher RED ROOM LOUNGE, Tuesday Takeover w/ Storme THE RIDLER PIANO BAR, Jam night with Gil Rivas  THE PIN!, Jingle Jam feat. Celly Cel, Young Gully, Savage Family with Raz Simone and more THE VENUE, T.A.S.T.Y with DJs Freaky Fred, Beauflexx ZOLA, Homeschool Dropouts

Wednesday, 12/21 FOSTER’S CROSSING, Five Minutes of Fame LEFTBANK WINE BAR, Carey Brazil SAPPHIRE LOUNGE, Just Plain Darin  THE PIN!, Ricky Deschamp, Ragtag Romantics TWO SEVEN PUBLIC HOUSE, Cristopher Lucas ZOLA, The Bossame

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THE BARTLETT, The Round No. 24 feat. Silver Treason, Zack Graham, Derrick Freeland, Lucas Brookbank Brown, Dec. 23 THE PIN!, Christmas Vibrations with Levi David Mokhtari, Dec. 23

MUSIC | VENUES 315 MARTINIS & TAPAS • 315 E. Wallace, CdA • 208-667-9660 ARBOR CREST • 4705 N. Fruit Hill Rd. • 927-9463 BABY BAR • 827 W. First Ave. • 847-1234 BARLOWS • 1428 N Liberty Lake Rd, Liberty Lake • 924-1446 THE BARTLETT • 228 W. Sprague Ave. • 747-2174 THE BIG DIPPER • 171 S. Washington St. • 863-8098 BIGFOOT PUB • 9115 N. Division St. • 467-9638 BING CROSBY THEATER • 901 W. Sprague Ave. • 227-7638 BLACK DIAMOND • 9614 E. Sprague • 891-8357 BOLO’S• 116 S. Best Rd. • 891-8995 BOOMERS • 18219 E. Appleway Ave. • 755-7486 BOOTS • 24 W. Main Ave. • 703-7223 BUCER’S COFFEEHOUSE PUB • 201 S. Main, Moscow • 208-882-5216 BUCKHORN INN • 13311 Sunset Hwy.• 244-3991 CALYPSOS • 116 E Lakeside Ave., CdA • 208665-0591 THE CELLAR • 317 E. Sherman, CdA • 208-6649463 CHAPS • 4237 Cheney-Spokane Rd. • 624-4182 CHATEAU RIVE • 621 W. Mallon Ave. • 795-2030 CHECKERBOARD BAR • 1716 E. Sprague • 535-4007 COEUR D’ALENE CASINO • 37914 S. Nukwalqw Rd., Worley • 800-523-2464 COEUR D’ALENE CELLARS • 3890 N. Schreiber Way, CdA • 208-664-2336 CRAFTED TAP HOUSE • 523 Sherman Ave., CdA • 208-292-4813 CRAVE• 401 W. Riverside Suite 101. • 321-7480 CRUISERS • 6105 W Seltice Way, Post Falls • (208) 773-4706 CURLEY’S • 26433 W. Hwy. 53 • 208-773-5816 DALEY’S • 6412 E. Trent • 535-9309 EICHARDT’S • 212 Cedar St., Sandpoint • 208263-4005 FEDORA PUB • 1726 W. Kathleen, CdA • 208765-8888 FIZZIE MULLIGANS • 331 W. Hastings Rd. • 466-5354 FOX THEATER • 1001 W. Sprague • 624-1200 HOGFISH • 1920 E. Sherman, CdA • 208-667-1896 IRON HORSE • 407 E. Sherman Ave., CdA • 208-667-7314 THE JACKSON ST. • 2436 N. Astor • 315-8497 JOHN’S ALLEY • 114 E. 6th, Moscow • 208-8837662 KNITTING FACTORY • 911 W. Sprague Ave. • 244-3279 LAGUNA CAFÉ • 2013 E. 29th • 448-0887 THE LANTERN TAP HOUSE • 1004 S. Perry St. • 315-9531 THE LARIAT • 11820 N Market St, Mead • 4669918 LA ROSA CLUB • 105 S. First Ave., Sandpoint • 208-255-2100 LEFTBANK WINE BAR • 108 N. Washington • 315-8623 LOON LAKE SALOON • 3996 Hwy. 292 • 233-2738 LUCKY’S IRISH PUB • 408 W. Sprague Ave. • 747-2605 MAX AT MIRABEAU • 1100 N. Sullivan Rd. • 924-9000 MICKDUFF’S• 312 N First Ave., Sandpoint • (208) 255-4351 MONARCH MOUNTAIN COFFEE • 208 N 4th Ave, Sandpoint • (208) 265-9382 MOOSE LOUNGE • 401 E. Sherman • 208-6647901 MOOTSY’S • 406 W. Sprague • 838-1570 MULLIGAN’S • 506 Appleway Ave., CdA • (208) 765-3200 x310 NASHVILLE NORTH • 6361 W. Seltice Way, Post Falls • 208-457-9128 NECTAR• 120 N. Stevens St. • 869-1572 NORTHERN QUEST • 100 N. Hayford • 242-7000 NYNE • 232 W. Sprague Ave. • 474-1621 THE OBSERVATORY• 15 S Howard • 598-8933 O’SHAY’S • 313 E. CdA Lake Dr. • 208-667-4666 THE PALOMINO • 6425 N Lidgerwood St • 242-8907 PEND D’OREILLE WINERY • 301 Cedar St., Sandpoint • 208-265-8545 THE PIN! • 412 W. Sprague • 368-4077 RED LION RIVER INN • 700 N. Division St. • 326-5577 RED ROOM LOUNGE • 521 W. Sprague Ave. • 838-7613 REPUBLIC BREWING • 26 Clark Ave. • 775-2700 THE RESERVE • 120 N. Wall • 598-8783 THE RIDLER PIANO BAR • 718 W. Riverside . • 822-7938 RIVELLE’S• 2360 N Old Mill Loop, CdA • (208) 930-0381 THE ROADHOUSE • 20 N. Raymond • 413-1894 SEASONS OF COEUR D’ALENE • 209 E. Lakeside Ave. • 208-664-8008 THE SHOP • 924 S. Perry St. • 534-1647 SOULFUL SOUPS & SPIRITS • 117 N. Howard St. • 459-1190 SPOKANE ARENA • 720 W. Mallon • 279-7000 TIMBER GASTRO PUB •1610 E Schneidmiller, Post Falls • 208-262-9593 THE VENUE • 23 E. Lincoln Rd. • 703-7474 ZOLA • 22 W. Main Ave. • 624-2416

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PERFORMANCE XMAS DAZE

Hitting that sweet spot with holiday shows, where everyone in the family can enjoy the same night out, is no easy task. But Cirque Dreams Holidaze might be the safest bet of the season, thanks to its combination of stunning acrobatics, seasonal tunes and holiday flair. Boasting more than 30 performers tackling gravity-defying tricks among a set of gigantic gifts, trees and candy canes, it’s safe to say you’ll never look at gingerbread men quite the same way after you’ve seen them flying through the air alongside high-wire-walking toy soldiers, snowmen and other familiar Christmas characters.

— DAN NAILEN Cirque Dreams Holidaze • Fri, Dec. 16, at 7:30 pm; Sat, Dec. 17, at 2 and 7:30 pm • $35/$45/$55/$65 • INB Performing Arts Center • 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. • inbpac.com • 279-7000

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FOOD SWEET TREATS

COMMUNITY NOT SO SILENT NIGHT

History of Yum: Gingerbread! • Sun, Dec. 18, at 2 pm • $25 • Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture • 2316 W. First • northwestmuseum.org • 456-3931

Carol Sing-Along • Sat, Dec. 17, from 4-5 pm • Free • Downtown Spokane • Wall Street between Main Ave. and Spokane Falls Boulevard • downtownspokane.org • 456-0580

In the 15th century, Swedish nuns used gingerbread to ease indigestion, much like drinking ginger tea to ease a stomach ache.

Join food historian and SFCC and EWU professor Monica Stenzel for a class on the history of gingerbread and learn more tidbits like this one, complete with cookies to decorate (and consume) from Madeleine’s Café & Patisserie. Participants under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and MAC members who sign up can get a 10 percent discount.

— HAYLEE MILLIKAN

The holiday season means more tinsel, more treats, and inevitably, more Christmas music. Instead of waiting for carolers to come to you, this year you can go to them, and have a slice of David’s Pizza while you listen. Join KXLY’s Derek Deis and Melissa Luck as they sing along with local celebrity carolers, watch performances by the cast of Spokane Civic Theatre’s A Charlie Brown Christmas, experience the premiere of music from The Bartlett Christmas Special, and more.

— HAYLEE MILLIKAN

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OUTDOORS RUN WITH THE EAGLES

This isn’t a run with the Eastern Washington University track and field team.

Rather, it’s literally a jog that lets runners view actual wild bald eagles who come to nest along the shores of Lake Coeur d’Alene each winter. Hosted

by Fleet Feet Sports Coeur d’Alene, this free run is open to all, and is being organized as an informal get-together for folks who like to jog year-round and want to experience something more fun and scenic on their route. The 2to 5-mile run or walk begins on the North Idaho Centennial Trail at Higgens Point. Those who attend are very likely to see the majestic birds diving for fish, and hanging out in the trees along the shore.

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FILM HOLIDAY CHAOS

Check another holiday classic off your list this season when you come to our festive version of Suds & Cinema, featuring a screening of the always entertaining antics of one Clark Griswold in National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. To sweeten the deal and get everyone feeling the holiday spirit, there’ll be an ugly sweater contest offering prizes, beer from Rainier — their famous tall boys, plus the new Pale Mountain Ale — and some themed scoops from our Kendall Yards neighbors, Brain Freeze Creamery. It’s held this time at a beloved landmark, the Garland Theater. Doors open and beer pours at 6 pm; the film rolls at 7.

— CHEY SCOTT Suds & Cinema: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation • Thu, Dec. 22, from 6 to 9 pm • $5 • Garland Theater • 924 W. Garland • bit.ly/LampoonSuds

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BENEFIT

KEEP THE CHANGE BluBerry is donating all of their tips from now through December to ACCOIN to aid in its mission of serving, education, supporting, and advocating for local families affected by childhood cancer. Blu Berry Frozen Yogurt, 3007 E. 57th Ave. acco. org/inlandnw/ (509-443-6588) LIVE CHARITY AUCTION Funds are being donated to Children’s Organ Transplant Association to help a local Spokane family. Items include furniture, collectibles, housewares, rarities, jewelry, and more. Free to attend and bid.

Market Street Auctions, 5303 N. Market.

Dec. 15, 5-6 pm. (541-234-3774) PHOTOS WITH SANTA Visit with Santa, write letter to North Pole, enjoy hot apple cider and more. A portion of pro-

ceeds benefit Teen Closet of Spokane; donations accepted. Dec. 17-18, 11 am-4 pm. $25. Creative Catch Studio, 1804 E. Sprague. thecreativecatch.com

COMEDY

2.0PEN MIC Local comedy night hosted by Ken McComb. Thursdays, from 8-10 pm. Free. The District Bar, 916 W. First. (244-3279) GUFFAW YOURSELF! Open mic comedy night; Thursdays at 10 pm. Free.

Neato Burrito, 827 W. First. (847-1234) BOB SAGET A live stand-up show by the network TV star. Dec. 16-17, at 7:30 and 10:30 pm. $35-$45. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com (509-318-9998)

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I SAW YOU ARE YOU FOR REAL? Are you for real or just an angel who was sent my way to comfort me on a morning when I longed to have my late son in my life for just a few minutes; for him to give me a sign that he was still with me. I wrote about you in the November 17th issue of the Inlander. You were the one out at Northern Quest Casino on Monday, November 7th, between 7 AM and 9 AM. I haven’t seen you since. I talked to the Class A Badge security guard you were with that day and told him the story. He couldn’t figure out who you might have been or why you were with him. My husband, who is former law enforcement and hears and sees everything, said (when I told him about you), ‘I knew someone was there but I didn’t see anyone.’ So are you for real or an angel that was sent to let me know that everything was all right? Whoever you are, wherever you are, another heartfelt thank you for being there that day with a wonderful, cheerful smile and for being my ‘angel’.

YOU THOUGHT I MOVED AWAY I was at the davenport at a friends christmas party. I broke away and was looking at all the pictures in yhe hall. We caught eyes and i remembered you from somewhere but couldnt place it. You started speaking to me and asked how i had been. I knew you but couldnt remember your name but your face was so familiar and i was com-

fortable with you. You said you thought i moved away and i said no. After a brief talk you said it was nice to see me and you you walked away to your friends who i could hear asking you who i was as they all stared at me. I felt like there was more you wanted to say but didnt. Maybe there was more i wanted to say but didnt. Im not sure but after i walked away i wished i would have done something to keep you there longer... if only i could remember anything about you. Name or where you worked i could find you again. Somehow i hope this finds you......G HEY JEREMY You were my Uber driver Saturday night of the first big snow after your day on the mountain. You picked me up at my apartment and dropped me off at the Unforgiven lounge. Wish we had circled the block a few more times. Let’s “run in to each other” again! You have my number (I think) and you know where I live. Tag- you’re it! ~GNSD

YOU SAW ME THERE IS NO BLACK OR WHITE Thirteen times is always a charm, but then you write in such cryptic style. In that you assumed I sent flowers, I’ll assume you didn’t read the accompanying card.

Suffice it to say, the card was an apology and a goodbye. I could never put myself or any one else though what I experienced, learned I was capable of... ever again. I love my simple life. It is fulfilling and busy, and I don’t want to miss a single moment. You marked my soul. I will carry that brief time close to me always.

Goodbye woman of my dreams I KNOW YOU ARE THERE AND THAT YOU SEE ME Your words are so soft and calm, I know it’s you, even though I have to read it twelve times to understand the undertones intended. The copper rose..... looks a lot more gold, doesn’t it? the “bouquet” of flowers... if YOU had taken receipt, would have known they were white chocolate covered pretzels. In that you did not receive them, the consignee was not you, I did not have to pay. so....touche. Regarding the patience and “i don’t think I can be hurt by you again”; DITTO.

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Thanks, neighbors; you are a great addition to our neighborhood and to Spokane. The offer of tea waits for you any time.

and most certainly DITTO. Sometimes, ask anyone, no action is the worst decision ever. To sit and do nothing while you know someone’s love for you is ill-guided, is WRONG. Because you didnt return my blatant angry words does not make you guileless. It does make me nastay though, don’t you think :) I smile every time I drive to work and can see your place. You are no longer my issue. :)

CHEERS TO THE SACRED HEART CAFETERIA EMPLOYEES. To the Sacred Heart Cafeteria Employees. I hope you all know what an integral part you play in the lives of the family of patients in SH. One day spent in chaos with absolutely no time to nourish ourselves showed us the importance of a good meal to keep us going.

The next day we made it to the cafeteria and I found myself marveling at the kindness of the cooks and cashiers, and the variety of choices from comfort food to healthy options. We were able to take a moment, not worry about anything, and refuel. On 12/07/16 we stopped in for lunch once again, and again I was struck by your kindness. A man had brought his daughter in for breakfast (at lunch time, likely a hectic morning for those two as well,) and the cook explained that there wasn’t a breakfast option left but was very understanding and made the young girl a special breakfast. Thank you. May God bless you all. Your heart for others has not gone unnoticed.

YOU HELP SPOKANE BE GREAT You guys rock. Thank you for constantly showing your interest in our community!!

SOUND OFF 1. Visit Inlander.com/isawyou by 3 pm Monday. 2. Pick a category (I Saw You, You Saw Me, Cheers or Jeers). 3.

Provide basic info: your name and email (so we know you’re real). 4. To connect via I Saw You, provide a non-identifying email to be included with your submission — like “petals327@yahoo.com,” not “j.smith@comcast.net.”

WELCOME NEIGHBOR Reverse welcoming was a holiday gift to me. I was hauling tires to put in the back of my vehicle, in the dark on a snowy evening., a couple walking asked if I needed help. I was over halfway finished, didn’t want to impose.

They insisted, getting the rest of the job done in less than a minute. Turns out Joe and Diane are new to Spokane, from Kent, WA. Good neighbors, giving me a welcome in reverse, a well established neighbor in the Grant neighborhood, as I teased them. Thanks, neighbors; you are a great addition to our neighborhood and to Spokane. The offer of tea waits for you any time.

JEERS RE: WHO SAID PROTESTING EVER CHANGED ANYTHING? My whole point was that the protestors TOTALLY FORGOT about one of their own because they were TOO BUSY protesting. That was really the whole point. How could they forget Transgender Day of Remembrance?

Because they were TOO BUSY pushing their own cause. I still say shame on them!

But you are right, many cannot sit down and have a civil conversation with anyone anymore. However, I have run across a few people who believe different than me and rather than protest, they have SAT DOWN and TALKED CIVILLY about different things they can do to change the world. No protesting involved!!!!! Thanks, T & G!!!! You are the hope for the future!

12 DAY OF CHRISTMAS Dear Retailers and Marketers Bent on the Cultural Appropriation of Christmas: The 12 Days of Christmas do not overlap with Advent (the four Sundays leading up

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to Christmas). The 12 Days of Christmas begin on the 25th of December and go until Epiphany (the 6th of January).

HOW TO BE A PARTISAN ***HOLE IN A FEW EASY STEPS. That’s right, you too can be as big a jerk as a billionaire or other arrogant p**cks. It’s easy! Just follow these few suggestions. A) Make sure to patronize anyone who disagrees with you with an insult or stereotype. These can include, but are not confined by; STUPID, loser, nerd or pretending fake sympathy. As well as the old standbys, ***hole, pig, pondscum and everybody’s favorite “stinky butt”. B) Always assume every bad thing you hear, see or read about the people you hate is actually true and that you and yours alone are the only ones worthy of anything worthwhile, like jello or a bribe from a rich person. C) Lastly, never, ever compromise or apologize for anything. Especially if you the one causing all the trouble. But rather, do feel free to tell more lies if it serves your “truth”. (if you know what I mean). Well, there you go again! But, it’s true. Anyone...Including me! Can be a partisan divisive or ***hole.

So, get out there and let’s keep America utterly divided. The billionaires prefer it that way. 

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BODIES HUMAN: ANATOMY IN MOTION For the first exhibit in its new home, Mobius hosts six whole bodies, more than 100 individual organs, and transparent body slices that have been preserved through plastination, a technique that replaces bodily fluids with reactive plastics. Exhibit runs through Dec. 31; hours are Tue-Sat, 10 am-5 pm and Sun, 11 am-5

WINTER GLOW SPECTACULAR The third annual holiday lights display relocates to the fairgrounds this year due to construction in Riverfront Park. Dec. 15-23 and 2630, from 4-10 pm. $5-$7. Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana. spokanewinterglow.com THIRD FRIDAY SWING DANCE A monthly dance for all swing dance styles. Open to all ages, includes a lesson from 7-8 pm, and dancing until 11. Dec. 16, 7-11 pm. $5. Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth. strictlyswingspokane.com HOLIDAY LIGHTS HELICOPTER TOUR Join Inland Helicopters for an evening flight over the Spokane Falls and experience the holiday lights from above.

Flights for three people start at $75/person. Call for reservations, tours available daily through Dec. 31. Felts Field, 6105 E. Rutter Rd. Inlanhelicopters.com CAMPBELL HOUSE HOLIDAYS Experience what it might have felt like to celebrate Christmas in turn-of-the-century Spokane as a member of the Campbell family. Enjoy holiday decor, talk to costumed actors and more. Dec. 17, 24 and 31 from noon-4 pm. $2 with museum admission. Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First. (456-3931) DOWNTOWN HOLIDAY CAROL SINGALONG Sing along with local celebrity carolers, grab a free slice of David’s Pizza, view performances by the cast of Spokane Civic Theatre’s “Charlie Brown Christmas,” hear music from The Bartlett Christmas Special, and more. On Wall between Main and Spokane Falls. Dec. 17, 4-5 pm. Free. downtownspokane.net FROZEN SING-A-LONG Make your own magical wand and then wave it along during an interactive sing-a-long. Dec. 17, 9:30 am-noon. Free. North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne. (893-8350) SANTA BREAKFAST & PHOTOS Enjoy a hot breakfast with the jolly man, then take photos with him in his sleigh. Dec. 17, from 9 am-1 pm. Breakfast is $7/adults; $3/kids age 5-12. Photos $10-$12. Southside Senior & Community Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. sssac.org (535-0803) SANTA CLAUS STORYTIME Come down

to Auntie’s, meet Santa and enjoy Christmas stories. Dec. 17, 12-2 pm. Free. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. auntiesbooks.com (838-0206) SANTA PICTURES Santa’s coming to Ritters. Get a printed copy of your picture with Santa or you purchase a digital copy.

Santa also brings two of his best reindeer to visit. Dec. 17, 9 am-3 pm. $10-$20. Ritter’s Garden & Gift, 10120 N. Division St. 4ritter.com (467-5258) UGLY SWEATER DECORATING Bring a sweater or shirt to decorate, and the library supplies some hideous craft supplies for decoration. For teens, grades 6 and up. Dec. 17, 2-4 pm. Free. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. (893-8400) YOGA AT THE CATHEDRAL A festive Vinyasa Flow lead by Lisa Silvestri. Dec. 18, 3 pm. Free. St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. (838-4277) GINGERBREAD HOUSE BUILDING Take home your creation after this fun, nopressure gingerbread house build, with all materials supplied by the library. Dec. 19, 4-6 pm. Free. Medical Lake Library, 3212 Herb St. (509-893-8330) SPOKANE CITY LIGHTS TOUR Alpha Omega Charters takes riders around the city to view holiday lights displays from inside the warmth of the bus. Dec. 19, 3-6 pm. $15. bit.ly/2f5ox2i (299-5594) TEDDY BEAR TEA PARTY Come help us celebrate that great American icon, the teddy bear. Bring your favorite stuffed friend for stories and cookies. Dec. 19, 6:30 pm. Free. South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. spokanelibrary.org (444-5331) STORYWALK DEDICATION The Kaniksu Land Trust, East Bonner County Library District and City of Dover, Idaho, dedicate a new permanent StoryWalk location in the City Park. Veterans lead a StoryWalk event with local children. Dec. 19, 9 am.

Free. Dover, Idaho. (208-263-9471) HOLIDAY LIGHT TOUR Enjoy the holiday season with other adults 50+ on a drive through Spokane to view holiday displays. Prior to the holiday light tour participants will enjoy dinner on their own (location TBD). Registration requested.

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pm. $15. Mobius Science Center, 331 N. Post. mobiusspokane.org (321-7137) HOLIDAY LIGHTS SHOW + JOURNEY TO THE NORTH POLE The 30th annual holiday event includes the “Journey to the North Pole” lake cruises. Lights on display through Jan. 2; cruises depart nightly on the lake. $7.50-$22.50. The CdA Resort, 115 S. Second. cdaresort.com COMMUNITY OPEN DANCE An all-ages dance, offering all types of music and styles od dance. Thursdays, at 7 pm. $5.

Western Dance Center, 1901 N. Sullivan Rd. squaredancespokane.org (979-2607) GAISER CONSERVATORY HOLIDAY LIGHTS The annual holiday lights display inside the greenhouse, where all the plants are decked out in lights. Through Dec. 18; open daily noon-7:30 pm. Free, donations accepted. Manito Park, 1800 S. Grand Blvd. thefriendsofmanito.org HAYDEN CHRISTMAS LIGHTS SHOW The annual neighborhood holiday lights display, with caroling, Santa photos, a Nativity scene, music and more. Attendees must park at Croffoot Park, 1500 W. Lancaster Rd., and can take a shuttle to the event location. Dec. 14-18, from 6-9 pm nightly. bit.ly/2fmhqmT HOSPICE MEMORIAL TREE The annual memorial tree allows community members to honor their loved ones by decorating a paper dove in their memory to be included in the Tree decorations. Through Dec. 18; Mon-Sat from 11 am-7 pm, Sun from 12:30-4:30 pm. On the third floor.

Free. River Park Square, 808 W. Main. riverparksquare.com (624-3945) LOST EGYPT: ANCIENT SECRETS, MODERN SCIENCE Explore ancient Egypt with hands-on activities, human and animal mummies and real Egyptian artifacts. Through Jan. 6; open Tue-Sun, 10 am-5 pm (until 8 pm on Wed; half-price admission on Tue). $5-$10/admission.

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org RANDOM FANDOM Whovians, Bronies, Otakus, Trekkies and more are invited to geek out at the library. Third Thursday of the month, 6-7:30 pm. Free. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. (893-8400)

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SEASON’S GREETINGS The BDT’s annual holiday celebration show. Audience members suggest the gifts; we provide the cookies and hot chocolate. Appropriate for general audiences. Dec. 16, 8 pm. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland. bluedoortheatre.com (747-7045) SAFARI Fast-paced, short-form improv games based on audience suggestions.

(Recommended for ages 16+) Saturdays at 8 pm, through Dec. 17. $7. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland. (747-7045) SPOCHANE CHOMEDY CHRISTMAS A wintry holiday party featuring local comedians performing and eating festive snacks with each other. Ages 18+. Dec. 17, 10 pm. $5. Blue Door Theatre, 815 W. Garland. bluedoortheatre.com (747-7045) COMEDY HYPNOTIST JIM KELLER Jim has entertained audiences for 15+ years as an on-stage performer, and has helped individuals improve their lives in his offstage hypnotherapy practice. Dec. 18, 8 pm. $10-$16. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com MONDAY NIGHT COMEDY A weekly comedy open mic on Mondays, hosted

by Nick Cavasier. Sign-up at 7:30, show at 8 pm. Free. The Reserve, 120 N. Wall St. facebook.com/spokomedy (598-8783) SPOKANE COMEDY’S STANDUP SHOWDOWN Comedians get a topic and have four minutes to perform; the crowd then votes for a winner. Tuesdays, from 8-10 pm. Free. The Observatory, 15 S. Howard. observatoryspokane.com (598-8933) OPEN MIC A free open mic night every Wednesday, starting at 8 pm. Doors open at 7 pm. Free. Spokane Comedy Club, 315 W. Sprague. spokanecomedyclub.com

Meets at 3:45 pm at the Cheney Parks & Recreation Office, 615 4th St. Dec. 20, 4-8 pm. $10-$14. kowens@cityofcheney.org GINGERBREAD HOUSE BUILDING Take home your creation after this fun event, with all materials supplied by the library.

Dec. 21, 3:30-5:30 pm. Free. Cheney Library, 610 First St. (509-893-8280) DROP-N-SHOP Parents can drop kids off for supervised fun at the HUB while they finish up last minute holiday shopping.

Open to boys and girls in grades 1-6.

Pre-registration by Dec. 20. Dec. 22, 5-8 pm. $10-$15. HUB Sports Center, 19619 E. Cataldo. hubsportscenter.org (927-0602)

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IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE Join the Kenworthy for its annual showing of the holiday classic “It’s A Wonderful Life.” Bring a canned food donation, too. Dec. 15-18, 7 pm. $3-$6. The Kenworthy, 508 S. Main. kenworthy.org (208-882-4127) NATIONAL LAMPOON’S CHRISTMAS VACATION Join others at the library to eat some Christmas cookies and enjoy the fun of this classic holiday comedy.

Dec. 17, 2 pm. Free. Hillyard Library, 4005 N. Cook St. (444-5331) A CHRISTMAS STORY A special screening of the holiday classic film. Also offering $1 concessions. Dec. 18, 3-5 pm. $3.

Sixth Street Theater, 212 Sixth St, Wallace, Idaho. (208-752-8871) WAR HORSE The wizardry of the Handspring Puppet Company takes audiences on an extraordinary journey from the fields of rural Devon to the trenches of WWI France in this National Theatre production. Dec. 18. $17. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague. friendsofthebing.org THE YEAR WITHOUT A SANTA CLAUS Dress the kids in Christmas colors and head to the library to watch the holiday classic. Dec. 21, 2 pm. Free. Indian Trail Library, 4909 W. Barnes Rd. (444-5331) MINIONS A free screening at the library; young children should be accompanied by a caregiver. Dec. 22, 2 pm. Free. East Side Library, 524 S. Stone St. (444-5331)

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Women are really cuckoo when it comes to gifts. If my lady didn’t get me a present on my birthday, I wouldn’t really care. But if I didn’t buy her something for hers or if I chose badly, brace yourself! Don’t get me wrong; I love my girlfriend. I just wish I understood how to avoid the minefield here.

—Lost In Santa’s Wonderland Unfortunately, you can’t just tell her that your relationship was “a gift from God.” So was the plague of locusts.

Gift-getting generally is a bigger deal to women than it is to men (like, if you miss the mark on her birthday, you might have to call in the U.N. peace negotiators). To understand why, consider that our emotions aren’t just feelings; they’re motivational mechanisms that evolved to guard our survival and help us pass on our genes. For example, you feel jealousy when you sense a threat to your relationship — like that your girlfriend’s compleeeetely platonic male BFF really has her back…because that’s the best position for a reach-around to her front.

Of course, both men and women feel jealous and are deeply hurt by both sexual infidelity (“Did you have sex with him/her?!”) and emotional infidelity (“Do you love him/her?!”). However, evolutionary psychologist David Buss finds that men and women differ in which type they find more distressing. Because men experience “paternity uncertainty” (“Mama’s baby, Papa’s maybe”), they’re more distressed by sexual infidelity, which could chump them into raising a kid who’ll pass on some other dude’s genes.

There’s no such thing as “maternity uncertainty” because babies are delivered not by storks but by obstetricians — who coach screaming, profanity-spewing mothersto-be to push a bowling ball-sized human out a very small opening. Accordingly, Buss finds that women are more distressed by the prospect that a man might be emotionally elsewhere, leading him to divert his investment in their children into diamondencrusted loot for that hussy he’s been stepping out with.

In light of this, it makes sense that a woman puts more weight on a male partner’s displays of love and commitment — which is ultimately what gifts to your girlfriend are. Maybe understanding that can help you convert gift-giving from a perilous chore to a way to tell your girlfriend that you love her, that you don’t take her for granted, and that it means something to give her a little burst of happy.

Unfortunately, this may not make your shopping any easier on Official Girlfriend Holidays (Christmas, Valentine’s Day, your anniversary, and her birthday). What might is asking for advice from women close to her — her mom, her sister, her BFF. As a bonus, they’re likely to gab about what a loving, thoughtful boo you are. As a secondary bonus, if some gift is a bust, they’re also handy targets for blame.

However, there’s a way to minimize the effects of any big-gift fails, and it’s with semi-frequent little gifts — like picking up her favorite overpriced smoothie or that special cheese she raves about. Doing this tells her something very important: that you love her enough to pay attention — uh, to more than the game scores from a hidden earpiece while she’s telling you about all the intrigue at Book Club.

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I’m a struggling musician (singer/songwriter), so let’s just say I’m not swimming in cash. I adore my girl, but I don’t have money to spend on her like her previous rich ex (who’d buy her expensive jewelry and designer handbags), so I feel weird buying her anything at all. What can I get her that shows my love without breaking the bank?

—Underfunded It probably hasn’t escaped her that you sometimes prepare for dates by visiting the Coinstar machine.

Money — even just a little bit of money — actually can buy happiness, but it helps to know what to spend it on. Research by psychologist Thomas Gilovich finds that money spent on experiences tends to make people happier than money spent on material stuff. That’s because we quickly acclimate to the new things in our lives and they stop giving us the same happiness bump they did at first. But an “experiential gift” — like writing a song for your girlfriend and singing it to her in a romantic location — is what we might call “reusable happiness.” Experiences are a renewable resource because we re-enjoy them as we reflect on them and talk about them. They also become part of a shared relationship history, and that’s very bonding.

Who knew? It seems there’s an upside to not having a bunch of money to spend: your girlfriend looking back fondly on a day with you in a way she never could with all those romantic afternoons she spent with her Ford Fiesta-priced Prada purse. n ©2016, Amy Alkon, all rights reserved. • Got a problem? Write Amy Alkon, 171 Pier Ave, #280, Santa Monica, CA 90405 or email AdviceAmy@aol.com (www.advicegoddess.com)

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VINO WINE TASTING Friday, Dec. 16 highlights Red Mountain’s Monte Scarlatto with winemaker Joel McKay, from 3-6:30 pm. Sat. Dec. 17 offers samples of premium Italian imports, from 2-4:30 pm.

Vino!, 222 S. Washington. (838-1229) CHRISTMAS PUB CRAWL The holidaythemed downtown pub crawl hosted by Best Spokane Bars returns for its fourth year. Sat, Dec. 17, from 7-10 pm. Downtown Spokane. bestspokanebars.com HEALTHY COOKING ON A BUDGET The final class of the series focuses on desserts. Learn about some fun (and healthy) ingredient swaps for baking that will help you use up what you have on hand. Dec. 17, 4 pm. $3-$5. Latah County Fairgrounds, 1021 Harold St., Moscow. (208-882-8537) HOLIDAY COOKIE CLASS Come learn to make an assortment of Christmas cookies with Christine Zeoli. Registration required. Dec. 17, 1-4 pm. $45. Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. artisanbarn.org (509-229-3414) INTERNATIONAL MIDNIGHT MARMOT BEER FESTIVAL River City’s second annual winter beer festival offers guests the chance to sample nine different varieties of its Midnight Marmot Imperial Stout, with $10 growler fills and a limited release snifter glass. Dec. 17, 3-8 pm. $25-$30. River City Brewing, 121 S. Cedar. bit.ly/2fhWYUp (509-413-2388) REPEAL DAY Bon Bon and the Garland celebrate the anniversary of Prohibition’s repeal, with performances by the La Petite Marquise Burlesque and Vaude Villains, music by the Ragtag Romantics, a record and vintage apparel sale, whiskey tasting and more. Dec. 17, 9 pm. $10. Bon Bon, 926 W. Garland Ave. bit.ly/2hiPCE1 (509-413-1745) A WINTER’S EVE DINNER The gallery celebrates 11 years of art, food and friendship with a special dinner celebration. Dec. 17, 6-8 pm. $35/person. Bank Left Gallery, 100 S. Bridge St., Palouse, Wash. bankleftgallery.com (878-8425) THE HISTORY OF YUM: GINGERBREAD Food historian and college educator Monica Stenzel teaches a class on the history and creative art of making gingerbread treats. Dec. 18, 2 pm. $25.

The MAC, 2316 W. First. (456-3931) COOKING CLASS: BEEF WELLINGTON Chef Jean-Pierre teaches how to make these buttery puff pastries with pate and duxelles. Dec. 20, 6-9 pm. $45.

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CHRIS TOMLIN WITH MATT REDMAN A concert by the contemporary Christian artist. Dec. 15. $35-$75. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. inbpac.com (509-279-7000) FUTURE SONG BENEFIT CONCERT Join founding member Myles Kennedy, along with Peter Rivera for an evening benefiting the new nonprofit founded to share the power of music and mentorship with Spokane area youth. Dec. 15, 7:30 pm. $25. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. futuresong.org NORTHWEST SACRED MUSIC CHORALE The choir’s annual Christmas Festival concert. Dec. 9, 7 pm and Dec. 10, 3 pm. Dec. 17, 3-4:30 pm. $16-$22. Central Lutheran, 512 S. Bernard. NWSMC.org

SPOKANE SYMPHONY HOLIDAY POPS The revitalized Holiday Pops, conducted by Morihiko Nakahara, features the Spokane Symphony Chorale and the Spokane Area Youth Choirs.

Dec. 17, 8 pm and Dec. 18, 2 pm. $15$54. Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague. (624-1200) SPOKANE BRITISH BRASS BAND: WINTER SOLSTICE A holiday concert featuring the band’s 25 brass players performing repertoire of traditional pieces. Dec. 18, 3-4:30 pm. $10. Spokane Falls Community College, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Dr. (999-8717) CLARION BRASS: THIS IS WHAT CHRISTMAS SOUNDS LIKE Hear traditional carols and quirky original takes on holiday favorites. Dec. 19, 7:30-9:30 pm. $20. Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Rd. Also Dec. 20 at St. John’s Cathedra, Spokane. (489-4633) A WINTER SOLSTICE SINGING RITUAL Experience the magic of the season in story and song as we celebrate the great turning of the year. Ritual begins at 7 pm; no late admittance. Dec. 21, 7-8:30 pm. Donations accepted. Unitarian Universalist Church, 4340 W. Fort George Wright Dr. uuspokane.org

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‘TWAS THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS A joyful tribute to the holiday season filled with schemes, confrontations, mistaken identities, bravery, and all things naughty and nice. Through Dec. 18, Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $24-$31. Modern Theater CdA, 1320 E. Garden Ave. (455-7529) ALL IS CALM In 1914, at the Western front, a German soldier steps into No Man’s Land singing “Stille Nacht.” Thus begins an extraordinary night of camaraderie, music, and peace. Through Dec. 24; Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $26-$32. The Modern Theater Spokane, 174 S. Howard. themoderntheater.org THE CHRISTMAS SHOW Coeur d’Alene-based actress Ellen Travolta joins her husband, Jack Bannon, sister Margaret Travolta, and musicians Katie Strohmaier and Scott Steed, for the fourth-annual cabaret-style Christmas revue. Through Dec. 18, Thu-Sat, 7:30 pm and Sun, 5 pm. $27.50. CdA Resort, 115 S. Second. cdachristmas.com FOREVER PLAID: PLAID TIDINGS Sprinkled among the Christmas offerings are audience favorites like their riotous “second version” of The Ed Sullivan Show, this time featuring the Rockettes, the Chipmunks and The Vienna Boys Choir, and a Plaid Caribbean Christmas. Through Dec. 18, Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $22-$30. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. spokanecivictheatre.com (325-2507) A MEMORY OF CHRISTMAS To the children of a small orphanage, the end of WWII comes as little consolation when their caretaker learns her husband was one of the many fallen at Normandy.

Dec. 15-17 at 7 pm, Dec. 17 at 2 pm. $12.

Liberty Lake Community Theatre, 22910 E. Appleway. (342-2055) THE TRIAL OF EBENEZER SCROOGE This special comedy takes place a year after Scrooge’s transformation, and he’s back to his old ways. Through Dec. 18, Thu-Sat at 7:30 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $18. Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St. spokanecivictheatre.com A CHRISTMAS CAROL The classic tale of condemnations and redemption by

Charles Dickens. Through Dec. 18; FriSat at 7 pm, Sun at 2 pm. $12/adults $6/ students. Pend Oreille Playhouse, 236 S. Union Ave. pendoreilleplayers.org CHRISTMAS CAROLE: THE MUSICAL A new musical based on the Charles Dickens classic, with music by composer John Maio. Dec. 16-17, 22-23 at 8 pm, Dec. 18 at 3:30 pm. $10.50-$16. Panida Theater, 300 N. First Ave. panida.org CIRQUE DREAMS HOLIDAZE The holiday stage show features dozens of artists and more than 300 costumes in a spectacle of dance, illusions, acrobatics and holiday music. Dec. 16-17 at 7:30 pm; Dec. 17 at 2 pm. $35-$65. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. inbpac.com (279-7000) HEROES Without Decor presents a show set in 1959 in a French retirement home for veterans of WWI. Dec. 16-17, 7:30 pm. $20-$25. Prichard Art Gallery, 414 S. Main. (208-885-3586) HOLIDAY HOMICIDE COMEDY MYSTERY A holiday-themed interactive murder mystery dinner theatre production. Dec. 16, 5:30-8 pm. $40/person.

CdA Cellars, 3890 N. Schreiber Way. cdamurdermysterytheatre.com TRADITIONS OF CHRISTMAS The Radio City Music Hall-style show features classic Christmas songs brought to life with song and dance. Dec. 16-18 and 2123; show times at 3 pm and 7 pm. $20$33. Kroc Center, 1765 W. Golf Course Rd. traditionsofchristmasnw.com THE SANTALAND DIARIES Moscow Art Theatre (Too) presents this holiday play by David Sedaris about a cynical, sarcastic, soap opera-loving slacker who finds work as an elf at Macy’s Santaland. Dec. 21-22 at 7:30 pm. $10. Kenworthy, 508 S. Main. (208-882-4127)

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A HOLIDAY CELEBRATION Featuring new works by Stacy Bester, Linda Besse, Debbie Hughbanks, Tom Hanson and others. Show continues through the holidays, Tue-Fri, 10 am–5 pm and Sat 10 am-2 pm. Free. Pacific Flyway Gallery, 409 S. Dishman Mica. pacificflywaygallery.blogspot.com CUP OF JOY NATIONAL INVITATIONAL Special holiday hours for the exhibit of the ceramic cup as functional sculpture, featuring artists around the U.S. Dec. 17, 12-4 pm. Free. Trackside Studio, 115 S. Adams. tracksidestudio.net ARTIST TALK: CHRIS BOVEY As part of his ongoing show “My Spokane: A Vintage Look at Spokane Through the Screenprints of Chris Bovey,” the artist gives a gallery talk on how he decides what to depict, and what each place means to him. Free to MAC members; regular admission applies ($5-$10).

Dec. 17, 2-3 pm. The MAC, 2316 W. First Ave. northwestmuseum.org (456-3931) MARKET: HOLIDAY EDITION AT EMERGE Local artists offer textiles and knit goods, furniture, jewelry, pottery, and all kinds of artwork for sale. Dec. 17, 10 am-3 pm. Free. Emerge, 208 N. Fourth. emergecda.org (208-818-3342)

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Elijah Mananis (center) and Brent Dishneau lob questions at Kate Sanburn, a Gonzaga law student, during the Youth and Justice Forum at Spokane Falls Community College. YOUNG KWAK PHOTO

Big Dreams This local kid, whose goal is to play in the NBA, will never stop asking questions

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is dark hair is cropped short on the sides and left standing long on top, combed to the left. And his tummy is rumbling.

In a maroon sweater over a plaid collared shirt, dark pencil-leg pants, leather shoes and a gold G-Shock watch, Elijah Mananis looks like he’s about to answer questions in a NBA postgame interview. The 5-foot-9 14-year-old is standing in the Spokane Falls Community College student union with a group of his buddies. Rather than answering questions himself, he’s asking them of the excited third-year law student in their midst.

“What kind of law do you study?” “What happens if you mess up in court?” “Your entire grade is based on one test?” “What happens if you fail?”

The group of eighth-graders have just finished the circuit of military and law enforcement booths — where they fired questions at Spokane County sheriff’s deputies, a Washington State Patrol trooper and a Spokane Police K9 handler. Now, this law student is the only thing standing between a group of hungry teenagers and their lunch.

But Mananis and his friends continue with their line of questioning.

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a career fair of sorts meant to introduce kids to jobs in the justice system. In addition to information on the police and military, the kids talk to lawyers, judges, court reporters, a courtroom interpreter, a city councilman and, of course, law students.

Finally, when Mananis and his group’s empty stomachs reach a fever pitch, they make their way to the lunchroom.

Between bites, the Glover Middle School student talks about his family, and asks questions of the reporter sitting next to him. He’s always asking questions.

In the Philippines, where Mananis is from, sometimes the media gets information wrong or facts are distorted by bias, he tells me. “It’s hard to determine what to believe, and I haven’t figured it out over here yet.”

Mananis moved to Washington state with his family three years ago when his father took a job as a minister in Marysville, he says. Spokane is the third city they’ve lived in since they moved here.

“Yeah, it’s very hard,” he says. “But it’s my life.”

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Philippines, a place where President Rodrigo Duterte’s anti-drug campaign encourages the cold-blooded murder of users and dealers.

Most of the kids munching on sandwiches and macaroni salad around the table with Mananis are interested in the military, or a career as a cop. But Mananis has other plans. For all the uncertainty in his life, Mananis is sure of at least one thing — he wants to play in the NBA. “There’s very few Asians in the NBA,” he says. “And I really want to get there.”

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