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Good morning, Spokane!

On this day in 1564, William Shakespeare was born in Stratford-upon-Avon. We're not saying Spokane could produce the next great playwright, but anyone who's survived a February on Freya Street has enough material for at least a couple of tragedies.

In today's Spokane Pulse:

Let's get to it.
— Laina & Lucas Wyland

🚐 RV Expo Sale takes over the Spokane County Fair & Expo Center through Sunday with over 1,000 new and used RVs at clearance prices. Browse travel trailers, motorhomes, fifth wheels, and more from the Northwest's top dealers.

🎻 The Spokane Symphony presents Masterworks 8: Verdi Requiem at the Fox Theater on Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon. Verdi's monumental Requiem blends operatic intensity with sacred reverence, performed by a full chorus and featured soloists.

🍽️ Sweet N Savory Fest brings three days of free activities for kids, local vendors, and tasty food samples to Oldtown Rotary Park starting Friday afternoon. Come hungry and vote for your favorites!

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Empire Cycle hosts a free community movie night featuring the Montana Backcountry Discovery Route documentary, perfect for adventure riders and curious explorers.

Spokane's timed filmmaking challenge launches at KSPS PBS, where teams have just 50 hours to write, shoot, and edit a short film.

Settle into Good Medicine Apothecary for a focused, high-fidelity listening session of one of the greatest albums ever recorded.

Sample a curated selection of bubbles, rosé, whites, and reds with guided tastings at two sessions starting at 4 PM and 5 PM.

MercyMe brings the Wonder & Awe Tour to the Spokane Arena for one of the biggest shows in town this weekend.

Bring the family to Riverfront Park for the 11th Annual Steps for Autism, featuring activities and a celebration of the autism community.

Find your match at Lone Wolf Harley-Davidson, where singles meet over speed dating surrounded by chrome and leather.

Everyone's a suspect at this interactive murder mystery dinner featuring a multicourse meal, a cash bar, and prizes.

Celebrate Indie Bookstore Day with double loyalty stamps on every purchase, plus free stickers, magnets, and gift bags for bigger spenders.

Kick off a new series of Saturday bike rides connecting Spokane's best coffee shops, pedaling from Roast House to Rockwood Bakery.

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Cheer on Spokane's professional women's soccer team as Zephyr FC takes on Fort Lauderdale United in USL Super League action.

Enjoy a whimsical afternoon of tea, sweet treats, and creative crafts at the Davenport, plus a chance to meet the Lilac Royalty.

Catch comedian Josh Sneed live at the Spokane Comedy Club for a night of sharp, relatable stand-up.

This storybook-themed drag brunch pairs lively performances with afternoon fun at the Spokane Comedy Club.

⚽ Star forward Mohamed Salah and Egypt's national soccer team will make Spokane their World Cup base camp this June, training at Gonzaga's Luger Field before group-stage matches in Seattle.

🏃 At 63 years old, Bloomsday perennial John Day is preparing to run his 50th consecutive Bloomsday race, having first crossed the finish line in 1977 at age 13.

☕ LaShaw Ranch Roasters has launched three specialty coffee blends to raise funds for Communities in Schools of Northeast Washington, which supports students across 32 schools in 12 districts.

🎓 The 34th annual Spokane Scholars Foundation banquet recognized 165 high school seniors from 34 local schools, awarding scholarships and celebrating over $1.6 million distributed to students since 1993.

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