We in Spokane are so lucky to have an independent movie theater – The Magic Lantern. This two screen theater has a long history in Spokane, has relocated several times, opened and closed, and through it all, has always offered a great selection of independent and art films. It’s a real treasure to our community.

This theater holds so many happy memories for our family. Like the time Colin took me on a surprise date to see El Bulli, the time Lukie and I saw Being Elmo,

and many more date night, dad/son, mom/son, and family nights at the theater.

Want to know my favorite thing about The Magic Lantern?

The service. I can remember several times when the little control room window would open and we were greeted with a welcome and a check to make sure the temperature in the theater is okay. See above? Isn’t that the greatest?

But that’s the beauty of a small mom and pop business isn’t it? Spokane is so lucky.

IT'S ME, SERENA!

In 2002, I was dreaming of creating a fun and happy little event to sell my vintage and handmade goods. In 2002, I held my first event in my neighbor's barn along with a handful of friends. The sale became wildly popular and began attracting visitors from across the country and recognition in national magazines. Today The Farm Chicks Vintage & Handmade Fair fills the Spokane County Fairgrounds and features hundreds of creatively and carefully curated spaces packed with vintage and handmade goods. Many describe it as a bucket list event, magical, inspirational, and the best event of its kind in the USA. I describe it as the best weekend of the year!

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