Some people seem to have everything and need nothing when the holidays roll around, but rather than trying to find a niche knickknack or something you think they really need, consider picking something that won’t add more stuff to their lives. Maybe they’re an avid sports fan or lover of the arts, or just like to get outside. Finding something that helps those interests flourish may be just what they need.
KITCHEN ENGINE CULINARY CLASS
Know someone who loves to cook and bake but seems to have everything under the sun already in their kitchen arsenal? The Kitchen Engine hosts a multitude of classes every month, teaching participants a variety of new baking techniques, how to make their favorite Thai dishes, whipping up pasta from scratch and so much more. Via its website, you can purchase a gift card for a specific class, or at any value that can be used on whatever session your recipient desires.
Prices vary • The Kitchen Engine • 621 W. Mallon Ave. • thekitchenengine.com
SPOKANE CIVIC THEATRE PICK 5 MEMBERSHIP
For those with a love for the flair and dramatics of theater, or who enjoy attending a myriad of shows and supporting the local art scene, consider a membership to the Civic’s current season. The “Pick Five” package includes tickets to two main stage shows, two studio theater shows and one special performance ticket. Shows like Emma, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and POTUS are still on the docket for the ongoing 78th season so there are plenty of choices.
$145-$150 • Spokane Civic Theatre • 1020 N. Howard St. • spokanecivictheatre.com
STATE PARKS PASS
Living in the Inland Northwest, there’s a bounty of majestic and vast outdoors spaces to explore all within arm’s reach. With multiple state parks and protected lands on the outskirts of Spokane and Coeur d’Alene, as well as a plethora of hiking spots throughout Eastern Washington and the Idaho Panhandle, the Washington State Discover Pass and Idaho State Parks Passport grants holders free rein of whichever outdoor adventures they wish to embark on. Both passes last for an entire year, making it a versatile, long lasting gift for any nature enthusiasts in your life.
$10-$45 • discoverpass.wa.gov • parksandrecreation.idaho.gov
SPOKANE CHIEFS FLEX PACK
Anything on ice has an immediate holiday and winter vibe to it, including the fast-paced, intense and riveting sport of hockey. If you have any friends or family who are sports enthusiasts — particularly ones that love hockey — and don’t want more merch for their favorite teams, consider a flex pack to cheer on the Spokane Chiefs. The pack, which can be purchased by calling 509-535-PUCK or filling out a ticket information form on the Chief’s website, includes 10 undated ticket vouchers that can be redeemed at the ticket office for any game, meaning your gift recipient has total flexibility.
$160-$210 • Spokane Chiefs • spokanechiefs.com
NUMERICA SKATE RIBBON PASS
Ice skating is a great way to stay active during the cold winter months, and it’s a fun post-holiday activity for all ages. The Numerica Skate Ribbon is conveniently located in Riverfront Park, making it a great stop to hit before or after a shopping trip at nearby River Park Square, or a day or night spent downtown. The Unlimited Ice Pass is valid through the current ice skating season, and provides holders with 15% off at the gift shop and on ice skating lessons, plus four Looff Carrousel tickets and a complementary single-use ticket with a skate rental so you can bring along a guest.
$29-$40 • Numerica Skate Ribbon • 720 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. • riverfrontspokane.com