Apr 30 Wednesday
Step into the world of a Samurai and experience the armor, weaponry, and personal items that comprise "Samurai, Sunrise, Sunset." Dedicated to the powerful military class that ruled Japan for nearly 700 years, each item tells a story through its master craftsmanship and individual details. "Samurai, Sunrise, Sunset" is organized by Contemporanea Progetti, Italy in collaboration with the Museo Stibbert, Italy, in cooperation with the EDG, USA. The MAC is closed Mondays.
Through collage-like layers of detail, Washington-based artist Andrea Joyce Heimer reconstructs tangled memories of her upbringing in rural Montana. The artist combines autobiography, fantasy, and dark humor to explore themes of loneliness and belonging. *The MAC is closed Mondays.
Image courtesy of the artist and Megan Mulrooney.
In May 2025 the Liberty Gallery features new mixed media works by Tracy Poindexter-Canton in a show titled "Vignettes & Wanderings". This is an exciting new collection of mixed media works by Tracy inspired by poetry and prose. Through layers of color, texture and form, each piece reinterprets literary moments in a visual way. Viewers are invited to explore the connections between storytelling and art, offering a fresh perspective on popular narratives and familiar themes. The First Friday Reception to Meet the Artist is May 2 from 5-8:30pm.
Set in the French capital in the wake of World War II, An American in Paris tells the romantic story of a young American soldier, a beautiful French girl, and an indomitable European city—each yearning for a new beginning in the aftermath of international conflict.
Inspired by the Academy-Award winning 1951 film, the new stage musical features a ravishing score by George and Ira Gershwin and a fresh, sophisticated book by Tony nominee and Pulitzer Prize finalist Craig Lucas. The show’s timeless musical numbers include “I Got Rhythm,” “‘S'Wonderful,” “But Not For Me,” “The Man I Love,” “Shall We Dance?” and “(I’ll Build A) Stairway To Paradise.”
The creative team responsible for a recent Broadway flop (in which three chorus girls were murdered by the mysterious “Stage Door Slasher") assemble for a backer’s audition of their new show. The house is replete with sliding panels, secret passageways, and a German maid who is apparently four different people—all of which figure diabolically in the comic mayhem which follows when the infamous Slasher makes his reappearance and strikes again—and again. As they prepare their performance, and a blizzard cuts off any possible retreat, and mayhem starts to ensue. The audience will be DYING with laughter at this performance.
Showtimes at 7 PM April 24 – 26 & April 30 – May 2. Tickets are $10 presale at business office and $12 at door, cash or check only.
The Spokane Folklore Society hosts a special fifth Wednesday contra dance on April 30 at the Woman's Club Hall starting at 7:15PM with a newcomer session followed by a two hour dance at 7:30PM. It is national tie dye day so wear your favorite tie dye to the dance! Caller Karen Wilson Bell will be teaching easy to learn dances and the River City Ramblers will be playing old time fiddle tunes. General admission is $10; SFS Members and college students $9; under 18, free. For more information call 509-838-2160
Featuring the World Premiere of Inland Viewscape by Michael Kropf. The concert will also include music from composers Gustav Mahler, Percy Grainger, and Joseph Wilcox Jenkins and will feature mezzo-soprano soloist, Nicole Sonbert. All proceeds from the concert will be donated to local non-profit, the Inland Northwest Land Conservancy.
May 01 Thursday
Details: Refuge staff will provide all tools and equipment. Some gloves are available, but participants are encouraged to bring their own. Please wear appropriate clothes including closed toe shoes. Please bring any desired food and water. For the Thursday events, the Friends of Turnbull Nature Store will be open from 10 am - 4pm.
To RSVP: email Josh with your party size, date, and time preference. If you have a group larger than 10 people, we may be able to accommodate other dates and times, including weekends.