❤️ What's happening this weekend in Spokane

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On this day in 1886, Karl Benz applied for a patent for the first gasoline-powered automobile. It was a revolutionary invention, of course, but we have a sneaking suspicion that if Karl had ever tried to drive up the South Hill on an icy morning in January, he might have just skipped the car and invented heated sidewalks instead.

In today’s Spokane Pulse:

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⛸️ Merry Questmas continues the winter fun at Northern Quest Resort & Casino with an outdoor Glice skating rink and festive displays. Bring the family Friday through Sunday to skate, sip hot cocoa, and enjoy the whimsical holiday atmosphere in Airway Heights.

🏒 The Spokane Chiefs defend home ice at the Arena with back-to-back games this weekend, including a matchup against the Brandon Wheat Kings on Saturday. It's a perfect chance to cheer on the home team during Military Appreciation Night.

🦁 Disney's The Lion King is taking over the First Interstate Center for the Arts with multiple performances this weekend. Experience the awe-inspiring visual artistry, puppets, and music of Broadway’s most spectacular production right here in Spokane.

🎻 Masterworks 5: Stolen Melodies fills The Fox Theater with music on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. The Spokane Symphony, joined by narrator Jess Walter, explores famous works by Bach, Vaughan Williams, and Britten in this unique concert experience.

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Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the F3T with a fresh collection of the finest fly fishing films featuring storytelling and cinematography from across the globe.

Experience a multi-sensory musical event where a string quartet performs the music of The Beatles under the gentle glow of candlelight.

Venture down memory boulevard and dance to your favorite emo and pop punk classics at this nostalgic party.

Watch the Spokane Chiefs play ice hockey in a high-energy environment featuring intermission fun, games, and activities for the whole family.

Get ready for a late-night music event at the Knitting Factory for those 18 and older.

Bring your worn or torn textiles to Art Salvage for a community gathering dedicated to repair and sustainability. Menders will be on hand to offer advice, and sewing machines and irons are available for use.

Head up the mountain for a 90-minute session of racing down the slopes in the tubing park. The park features five lanes and a tow rope to pull you back up for another run.

Get ready for Valentine's Day by creating your own heart-themed tie-dye shirt at this beginner-friendly workshop. All materials are provided, including the shirt and dyes, so you can just show up and create.

Bestselling novelist Dean Koontz joins Northwest Passages virtually on the Bing Theater's big screen to discuss his upcoming novel, "The Friend of the Family."

Explore "Symbiosis: The Living Language of the Inland Northwest," featuring works by three artists who examine the deep connections between humans and the natural world.

Lace up your skates for a family-friendly evening on the ice featuring some of Spokane's favorite local mascots. It is a great chance to grab a photo and enjoy the downtown atmosphere.

Relax in the lobby of the Hotel Indigo with live jazz performed by the five-piece Red Hot Kitten Stompers. Food and drinks are available, and there is no cover charge to enjoy the music.

The Tony Award-winning musical returns to Spokane with its stunning visual artistry, puppets, and music by Elton John and Tim Rice.

The Spokane Children's Theatre presents a musical adaptation of the beloved E.B. White classic about a friendship between a pig and a spider.

Learn how to create a unique heart design on a shirt at this guided workshop where all materials and dye colors are provided.

Author Jess Walter narrates this Spokane Symphony matinee exploring works by composers who borrowed themes from one another.

🥪 Spokane’s only authentic Italian sandwich shop, Fratello’s, is serving up huge subs on house-made bread in Kendall Yards.

☕ Dutch Bros is planning its 14th area location, bringing 15-20 new jobs to the South Hill near 4501 S. Regal St.

🏀 As he navigates his rookie season in the G League, former Gonzaga guard Nolan Hickman says he still leans heavily on the lessons he learned from Coach Few.

🏫 Based out of Liberty Lake, MODE Prep is quickly building a national reputation as a holistic prep circuit basketball program.

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