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Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

The weather is finally hot in the Spokane area, so it is time to head to one of the several water amusement parks in the area. Here are the three best options in the region. If you are wondering why Wild Waters is not listed, it is because that park is closed for the summer [...]

After our post about Spokane museums, a couple of readers suggested some lesser-known, but still fun, museums in the area. So if you are interested in history, be sure to check out these treasures. And, if you are travelling to the Spokane area this summer for vacation, Stratford Suites Extended Stay Hotel is your home [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Catch Some Great Live Music Under the Stars
Spokane, WA typically has warm to hot summer nights that are perfect for outdoor concerts. If you are visiting the area for business or vacation, be sure to check out some quality live music in Spokane’s two best-known parks: Manito Park and Riverfront Park. Great music is worth [...]

June 4–6, Browne’s Addition, Spokane, WA
Don’t miss the 25th annual Northwest Museum of Art & Culture ArtFest on June 4–6 in beautiful Coeur d’ Alene Park (located just west of downtown Spokane on 2nd Ave.).
Much more than your usual arts and crafts fair, this event draws 30,000 people to enjoy quality artistic works in several [...]

Visit Spokane’s museums to learn about the history of the region, view some excellent art, and have fun with the family. The museums listed below offer entertainment for residents and visitors alike. If you are on vacation with children, Stratford Suites Extended Stay Hotel is a convenient, comfortable choice for lodging. Two-room suites are available [...]

Thirty-eight home games with fun for the whole family!
As summer approaches, Spokane baseball fans are getting excited for a fantastic season of cheering for the home team. The season opens on June 18 with a home game against the Tri-City Dust Devils, which will be followed by a fireworks show. The Spokane Indians, the Short-Season [...]

Spokane’s motto is “Near nature. Near perfect,” and it is a fitting description. With seventy-five parks in the city limits and seventy-six lakes in a 50-mile radius, the Spokane area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The sunny, warm spring and summer months invite hikers, campers, fishers, boaters, kayakers, canoeists, cyclists, and bird-watchers out to play. [...]

Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or just enjoy an occasional glass of wine, the annual Spring Barrel Tasting in Spokane, WA is a fun way to check out the wonderful varieties of wine produced in the area. This friendly annual celebration marks the end of the winemaking season and the beginning of a [...]

Since it’s inception as a modest gaming hall nine years ago, the Northern Quest Casino and Resort has undergone a complete transformation into a major regional destination. People from all over the Inland Northwest gather here for great concerts (Kenny G. and Miranda Lambert recently performed for the resort’s grand opening of its new hotel), [...]

Spring is here, and it’s time for the 2010 arena football season. The Spokane Shock, Spokane’s award-winning arena football team, will open the season on April 2nd as new members of the newly resurrected Arena Football League (AFL), which is back after a one-year hiatus and reorganization of its business plan. The 15-team league will [...]

The 2010 Spokane Women’s Show, featuring live music, speakers, cooking demonstrations, and a variety of booths aimed towards women’s interests, will be held April 16–18 at the Spokane Convention Center. The weekend will conclude with a fundraising walk/run to benefit the search for a cure for breast cancer. Admission to the show is $7 for [...]

If you love the outdoors, head to the Spokane Fair and Expo Center on March 18–21 for the annual Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show to capture the great OUTDOORS, INDOORS. Hosted by the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council, the Big Horn Show is one of the oldest and longest continually operated sports and recreation shows in the [...]

The city of Spokane, WA is preparing for one of its biggest events of the year. Teams can soon register for Hoopfest, the world’s largest 3-on-3 street basketball tournament, which will be held on June 26th and 27th, 2010, in downtown Spokane. This wildly popular annual summer sports event welcomes players of all abilities and [...]

The Spokane Lilac Festival (May 10–16) is an annual spring tradition in Spokane, WA dating back to 1938. It has grown from a one-day flower show to a week-long festival of family friendly events that bring visitors from all over the Inland Northwest.
The big finale event is the largest armed forces torchlight parade in the [...]

March Madness will storm into Spokane on Friday, March 19 with the first and second rounds of the NCAA 72nd annual Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship, hosted by Washington State University. Two sessions will be held on Friday and one session on Sunday, March 21, 2010 (six games total) at the Spokane Arena. If you [...]

The 1st and 2nd Rounds of March Madness will be in Spokane on March 19th and 21st, 2010.  Be sure to book your stay at Stratford Suites early to get your room.  In-between Spokane games, keep up with games across the country on a 50″ HDTV in your room while enjoying leather furniture, and kitchens.
Book [...]

The 34th annual Lilac Bloomsday Run will be held in Spokane, WA on Sunday, May 2, 2010. This huge road race, which is open to all runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs, and strollers, consists of a scenic 12 km (7.46 miles) loop that begins in downtown Spokane and travels northwest along the far west end [...]

The Lilac Bloomsday Run is right around the corner on Sunday, May 2, 2010.  The 12 kilometer (7.46 miles) race had 51,259 registrants last year, 42,477 of those finished and got their exclusive finishers t-shirt.  The 34th annual Bloomsday Run is expected to be even larger and more fun.
Book your room at Stratford Suites today [...]

On April 7–11, 2010, giant, life-size dinosaurs will once again roam the earth, taking over the Spokane Arena. Based on the award-winning BBC television show, this incredible spectacle features “a whole menagerie of creatures, many of which have never been seen outside the pages of scientific journals,” according to Tim Haines, creator and BBC series [...]

If you are staying at Stratford Suites extended stay hotel or another Spokane area hotel during the week and looking for a local insider sports hangout, check out Tomato Street Italian restaurant on Tuesday nights for a Zags radio show. As the friendly bartender who recently served me there explained, the “GU Coaches Show” is [...]

While Spokane has been in love with the stars of ice skating who have been in town for the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, many hockey fans are longing for the return of the home team to the ice for a much less delicate winter sport. The Spokane Chiefs return to Spokane on January 29th [...]

Stratford Suites is proud to be offering a special package for Valentine’s Day.  Whether your looking for a way to surprise a special someone or if your not even sure when Valentine’s Day is, this package will be sure to do the trick.
February 12-14, 2010
Includes: Luxury Suite, Flowers, Chocolate Truffles, Bottle of Wine or Martinellis & $25.00 [...]

Spokane, WA area hotels are filling up fast as the superstars of the skating world and fans from all over flood the city in advance of the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, which will be held January 14–20 at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena and other downtown Spokane venues. There are still tickets left for [...]

Pamper Yourself at the Health Beauty Spa Show January 16–17, Spokane Community College Lair
Recover from the holidays with a relaxing massage and sample all the latest beauty treatments at Spokane’s popular Health Beauty Spa Show, sponsored by Northwest Woman Magazine. This unique, big event is the best (and cheapest!) way to try out all the [...]

The biggest, most happening New Year’s Eve party around starts at 6:30 p.m. in downtown Spokane with an opening ceremony at the Riverfront Park Fountain. For one low admission price, you can attend all the arts events you can handle, including tango lessons, great local music, comedy, a masquerade disco ball, Rail Jammers performing skiing [...]

Don’t miss the Ninth Annual First Night Spokane 2010 as Spokanites welcome the New Year and a new decade! The party starts at 7PM on December 31st, when the whole city will celebrate with a family-friendly, alcohol-free event. First Night brings businesses, artists, entertainers, and families out late in Spokane to celebrate another year’s beginning. [...]

Championship Skating
Luxury Suite
Town Car Shuttle
Experience the nation’s elite figure skating stars and enjoy Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel.
Package includes one night stay in a luxury 1 or 2 bedroom suite with full kitchen, 50″ HDTV, and a round-trip Lincoln Town Car shuttle.
(888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600
frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com
www.stratfordsuites.com

You don’t have to travel far from Spokane to experience a great day on the slopes! Whether you are just learning or are an advanced skier/snowboarder, the Spokane area has the perfect winter adventure for you. Spokane visitors are delighted by the excellent conditions and short lines that residents enjoy all winter long. Make Stratford [...]

Guests park free while on an extended vacation. Package includes shuttle service to and from the Spokane Airport.  Packages start at $139 for one night and $210 for two nights.
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

Next month, figure skating fans will travel to Spokane from far and wide to catch the nation’s most prestigious figure skating event. There are still a few tickets left to experience the competitions live at the Spokane Arena, but they are going fast. The championships will also be nationally televised live on NBC and webcast [...]

If you love skiing or snowboarding and live or travel around Spokane, look to the north for a nearby Canadian adventure that will rival any other in North America. Take a scenic 2.5 hour drive from Spokane to experience some of the best champagne powder in the world at Red Mountain Resort. Red Mountain Resort [...]

Things to Do: Fun Holiday Traditions in Spokane
Sparkling holiday lights, joyful singing carolers, ice skating in the park, and opulent Christmas trees are just a few of the sights to be seen in the heart of Spokane this season. The city offers an abundance of holiday traditions for you to experience, from celebrations of history [...]

Experience Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel while enjoying a day of great shopping.
Package includes one night stay in a deluxe two bedroom suite with full kitchen,
50″ HDTV and a $50 River Park Square gift certificate. Packages start at $149
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or
email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

If you’re in downtown Spokane one morning looking for a gourmet breakfast, Madeleine’s is the place to go. Look for the bright blue awnings on Main Avenue across from River Park Square Mall and experience a taste of France. Madeleine’s mainly offers breakfast and lunch, but it serves dinners Thursday through Saturday. The café itself [...]

Look around Spokane, and you will see signs of “Zags” love everywhere, with local businesses displaying team memorabilia and residents sporting fan wear. The Gonzaga University men’s basketball team (the official nickname is the Bulldogs but they are also known as the Zags) rose from obscurity to national fame over ten years ago. They have [...]

Spokane’s vibrant theatre scene offers something for everyone’s tastes, from new family comedies to classic Shakespeare tragedies. Check out award-winning professional and community theatre as well as excellent productions by our area colleges.
Spokane Civic Theatre has received dozens of awards at the local and national level, including “Most Professional Theatre” and “Best in Nation” from [...]

Don’t miss the spectacular musical The Lion King when it comes to Spokane as part of the North American tour! A Disney on Broadway production, The Lion King has been enjoyed by 45 million people worldwide. Set in the heart of the African plains, this breathtaking adventure will delight your senses and capture your imagination. [...]

As we provide you with information regarding all things great in Spokane, we cannot do so without shining a light on our wonderful establishment that is sponsoring this very blog… Stratford Suites. 
By listening and responding to their guests, two business partners, who have been working together for over 20 years, identified a unique need for fully serviced [...]

Come and see the finer side of Spokane including the wineries that the area boasts!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Caterina Winery, near Riverfront Park, is a family legacy that has spanned many generations. The boutique winery features live music on Friday and Saturday evenings and their wine selection is impressive. Lone Canary Winery crafts elegant Washington wines and showcases [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
What a perfect time of year to think about remodeling your home. Attend the Home Idea Show for ideas and connections, October 9 –11, Spokane Fair & Expo Center. The Home Idea Show has everything you need as far as renovations, remodels and redecorating go!  This comprehensive event includes hundreds of exhibits with merchandise, product demonstrations and sample [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you plan to visit during winter, remember to bring your skis and ice skates. Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park is just over an hour drive from Stratford Suites and features a terrain park and tubing hill, so the whole family can have fun playing in the snow. If you prefer ice skating rather [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Steam Plant Grill
Whether you are requesting a table for 2 or for 12, Spokane has so many delicious restaurants to try.
In the downtown area alone, you can enjoy the delicious food and drinks available at formal restaurants, funky bistros, laid-back pubs and chic bars.
If your preferred destination is a classy dinner-spot, try Clinkerdagger for [...]

Hoping to get a few more rounds in before the weather turns?
The City of Spokane is a great destination for a golfer. You can drive, chip and putt to your heart’s content at one of four courses without even leaving the city.
The Fairways at West Terrace, just outside of Downtown Spokane, opened in 1987. The [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
Art, in all of its forms, gives people a way to expand their circle of connection beyond those they personally know and to experience things from another’s point of view. We hope that you will explore the variety of art offered in Spokane during your stay at Stratford Suites.
The [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
Art, in all of its forms, gives people a way to expand their circle of connection beyond those they personally know and to experience things from another’s point of view. We hope that you will explore the variety of art offered in Spokane during your stay at Stratford Suites.
The [...]

Visit Spokane’s museums to learn about the history of the region, view some excellent art, and have fun with the family. The museums listed below offer entertainment for residents and visitors alike. If you are on vacation with children, Stratford Suites Extended Stay Hotel is a convenient, comfortable choice for lodging. Two-room suites are available [...]

June 4–6, Browne’s Addition, Spokane, WA
Don’t miss the 25th annual Northwest Museum of Art & Culture ArtFest on June 4–6 in beautiful Coeur d’ Alene Park (located just west of downtown Spokane on 2nd Ave.).
Much more than your usual arts and crafts fair, this event draws 30,000 people to enjoy quality artistic works in several [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

Experience Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel while enjoying a day of great shopping.
Package includes one night stay in a deluxe two bedroom suite with full kitchen,
50″ HDTV and a $50 River Park Square gift certificate. Packages start at $149
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or
email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

Next month, figure skating fans will travel to Spokane from far and wide to catch the nation’s most prestigious figure skating event. There are still a few tickets left to experience the competitions live at the Spokane Arena, but they are going fast. The championships will also be nationally televised live on NBC and webcast [...]

Guests park free while on an extended vacation. Package includes shuttle service to and from the Spokane Airport.  Packages start at $139 for one night and $210 for two nights.
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

Championship Skating
Luxury Suite
Town Car Shuttle
Experience the nation’s elite figure skating stars and enjoy Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel.
Package includes one night stay in a luxury 1 or 2 bedroom suite with full kitchen, 50″ HDTV, and a round-trip Lincoln Town Car shuttle.
(888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600
frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com
www.stratfordsuites.com

Stratford Suites is proud to be offering a special package for Valentine’s Day.  Whether your looking for a way to surprise a special someone or if your not even sure when Valentine’s Day is, this package will be sure to do the trick.
February 12-14, 2010
Includes: Luxury Suite, Flowers, Chocolate Truffles, Bottle of Wine or Martinellis & $25.00 [...]

The 1st and 2nd Rounds of March Madness will be in Spokane on March 19th and 21st, 2010.  Be sure to book your stay at Stratford Suites early to get your room.  In-between Spokane games, keep up with games across the country on a 50″ HDTV in your room while enjoying leather furniture, and kitchens.
Book [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Steam Plant Grill
Whether you are requesting a table for 2 or for 12, Spokane has so many delicious restaurants to try.
In the downtown area alone, you can enjoy the delicious food and drinks available at formal restaurants, funky bistros, laid-back pubs and chic bars.
If your preferred destination is a classy dinner-spot, try Clinkerdagger for [...]

Come and see the finer side of Spokane including the wineries that the area boasts!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Caterina Winery, near Riverfront Park, is a family legacy that has spanned many generations. The boutique winery features live music on Friday and Saturday evenings and their wine selection is impressive. Lone Canary Winery crafts elegant Washington wines and showcases [...]

If you’re in downtown Spokane one morning looking for a gourmet breakfast, Madeleine’s is the place to go. Look for the bright blue awnings on Main Avenue across from River Park Square Mall and experience a taste of France. Madeleine’s mainly offers breakfast and lunch, but it serves dinners Thursday through Saturday. The café itself [...]

Since it’s inception as a modest gaming hall nine years ago, the Northern Quest Casino and Resort has undergone a complete transformation into a major regional destination. People from all over the Inland Northwest gather here for great concerts (Kenny G. and Miranda Lambert recently performed for the resort’s grand opening of its new hotel), [...]

Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or just enjoy an occasional glass of wine, the annual Spring Barrel Tasting in Spokane, WA is a fun way to check out the wonderful varieties of wine produced in the area. This friendly annual celebration marks the end of the winemaking season and the beginning of a [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

Don’t miss the spectacular musical The Lion King when it comes to Spokane as part of the North American tour! A Disney on Broadway production, The Lion King has been enjoyed by 45 million people worldwide. Set in the heart of the African plains, this breathtaking adventure will delight your senses and capture your imagination. [...]

Things to Do: Fun Holiday Traditions in Spokane
Sparkling holiday lights, joyful singing carolers, ice skating in the park, and opulent Christmas trees are just a few of the sights to be seen in the heart of Spokane this season. The city offers an abundance of holiday traditions for you to experience, from celebrations of history [...]

Don’t miss the Ninth Annual First Night Spokane 2010 as Spokanites welcome the New Year and a new decade! The party starts at 7PM on December 31st, when the whole city will celebrate with a family-friendly, alcohol-free event. First Night brings businesses, artists, entertainers, and families out late in Spokane to celebrate another year’s beginning. [...]

Pamper Yourself at the Health Beauty Spa Show January 16–17, Spokane Community College Lair
Recover from the holidays with a relaxing massage and sample all the latest beauty treatments at Spokane’s popular Health Beauty Spa Show, sponsored by Northwest Woman Magazine. This unique, big event is the best (and cheapest!) way to try out all the [...]

Spokane, WA area hotels are filling up fast as the superstars of the skating world and fans from all over flood the city in advance of the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, which will be held January 14–20 at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena and other downtown Spokane venues. There are still tickets left for [...]

On April 7–11, 2010, giant, life-size dinosaurs will once again roam the earth, taking over the Spokane Arena. Based on the award-winning BBC television show, this incredible spectacle features “a whole menagerie of creatures, many of which have never been seen outside the pages of scientific journals,” according to Tim Haines, creator and BBC series [...]

The Lilac Bloomsday Run is right around the corner on Sunday, May 2, 2010.  The 12 kilometer (7.46 miles) race had 51,259 registrants last year, 42,477 of those finished and got their exclusive finishers t-shirt.  The 34th annual Bloomsday Run is expected to be even larger and more fun.
Book your room at Stratford Suites today [...]

The 34th annual Lilac Bloomsday Run will be held in Spokane, WA on Sunday, May 2, 2010. This huge road race, which is open to all runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs, and strollers, consists of a scenic 12 km (7.46 miles) loop that begins in downtown Spokane and travels northwest along the far west end [...]

March Madness will storm into Spokane on Friday, March 19 with the first and second rounds of the NCAA 72nd annual Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship, hosted by Washington State University. Two sessions will be held on Friday and one session on Sunday, March 21, 2010 (six games total) at the Spokane Arena. If you [...]

The Spokane Lilac Festival (May 10–16) is an annual spring tradition in Spokane, WA dating back to 1938. It has grown from a one-day flower show to a week-long festival of family friendly events that bring visitors from all over the Inland Northwest.
The big finale event is the largest armed forces torchlight parade in the [...]

The city of Spokane, WA is preparing for one of its biggest events of the year. Teams can soon register for Hoopfest, the world’s largest 3-on-3 street basketball tournament, which will be held on June 26th and 27th, 2010, in downtown Spokane. This wildly popular annual summer sports event welcomes players of all abilities and [...]

If you love the outdoors, head to the Spokane Fair and Expo Center on March 18–21 for the annual Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show to capture the great OUTDOORS, INDOORS. Hosted by the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council, the Big Horn Show is one of the oldest and longest continually operated sports and recreation shows in the [...]

The 2010 Spokane Women’s Show, featuring live music, speakers, cooking demonstrations, and a variety of booths aimed towards women’s interests, will be held April 16–18 at the Spokane Convention Center. The weekend will conclude with a fundraising walk/run to benefit the search for a cure for breast cancer. Admission to the show is $7 for [...]

Since it’s inception as a modest gaming hall nine years ago, the Northern Quest Casino and Resort has undergone a complete transformation into a major regional destination. People from all over the Inland Northwest gather here for great concerts (Kenny G. and Miranda Lambert recently performed for the resort’s grand opening of its new hotel), [...]

Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or just enjoy an occasional glass of wine, the annual Spring Barrel Tasting in Spokane, WA is a fun way to check out the wonderful varieties of wine produced in the area. This friendly annual celebration marks the end of the winemaking season and the beginning of a [...]

Thirty-eight home games with fun for the whole family!
As summer approaches, Spokane baseball fans are getting excited for a fantastic season of cheering for the home team. The season opens on June 18 with a home game against the Tri-City Dust Devils, which will be followed by a fireworks show. The Spokane Indians, the Short-Season [...]

June 4–6, Browne’s Addition, Spokane, WA
Don’t miss the 25th annual Northwest Museum of Art & Culture ArtFest on June 4–6 in beautiful Coeur d’ Alene Park (located just west of downtown Spokane on 2nd Ave.).
Much more than your usual arts and crafts fair, this event draws 30,000 people to enjoy quality artistic works in several [...]

Catch Some Great Live Music Under the Stars
Spokane, WA typically has warm to hot summer nights that are perfect for outdoor concerts. If you are visiting the area for business or vacation, be sure to check out some quality live music in Spokane’s two best-known parks: Manito Park and Riverfront Park. Great music is worth [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

Visit Spokane’s museums to learn about the history of the region, view some excellent art, and have fun with the family. The museums listed below offer entertainment for residents and visitors alike. If you are on vacation with children, Stratford Suites Extended Stay Hotel is a convenient, comfortable choice for lodging. Two-room suites are available [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

Stratford Suites is proud to be offering a special package for Valentine’s Day.  Whether your looking for a way to surprise a special someone or if your not even sure when Valentine’s Day is, this package will be sure to do the trick.
February 12-14, 2010
Includes: Luxury Suite, Flowers, Chocolate Truffles, Bottle of Wine or Martinellis & $25.00 [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
What a perfect time of year to think about remodeling your home. Attend the Home Idea Show for ideas and connections, October 9 –11, Spokane Fair & Expo Center. The Home Idea Show has everything you need as far as renovations, remodels and redecorating go!  This comprehensive event includes hundreds of exhibits with merchandise, product demonstrations and sample [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Steam Plant Grill
Whether you are requesting a table for 2 or for 12, Spokane has so many delicious restaurants to try.
In the downtown area alone, you can enjoy the delicious food and drinks available at formal restaurants, funky bistros, laid-back pubs and chic bars.
If your preferred destination is a classy dinner-spot, try Clinkerdagger for [...]

The Spokane Lilac Festival (May 10–16) is an annual spring tradition in Spokane, WA dating back to 1938. It has grown from a one-day flower show to a week-long festival of family friendly events that bring visitors from all over the Inland Northwest.
The big finale event is the largest armed forces torchlight parade in the [...]

Hoping to get a few more rounds in before the weather turns?
The City of Spokane is a great destination for a golfer. You can drive, chip and putt to your heart’s content at one of four courses without even leaving the city.
The Fairways at West Terrace, just outside of Downtown Spokane, opened in 1987. The [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you plan to visit during winter, remember to bring your skis and ice skates. Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park is just over an hour drive from Stratford Suites and features a terrain park and tubing hill, so the whole family can have fun playing in the snow. If you prefer ice skating rather [...]

If you love skiing or snowboarding and live or travel around Spokane, look to the north for a nearby Canadian adventure that will rival any other in North America. Take a scenic 2.5 hour drive from Spokane to experience some of the best champagne powder in the world at Red Mountain Resort. Red Mountain Resort [...]

You don’t have to travel far from Spokane to experience a great day on the slopes! Whether you are just learning or are an advanced skier/snowboarder, the Spokane area has the perfect winter adventure for you. Spokane visitors are delighted by the excellent conditions and short lines that residents enjoy all winter long. Make Stratford [...]

The Lilac Bloomsday Run is right around the corner on Sunday, May 2, 2010.  The 12 kilometer (7.46 miles) race had 51,259 registrants last year, 42,477 of those finished and got their exclusive finishers t-shirt.  The 34th annual Bloomsday Run is expected to be even larger and more fun.
Book your room at Stratford Suites today [...]

The 34th annual Lilac Bloomsday Run will be held in Spokane, WA on Sunday, May 2, 2010. This huge road race, which is open to all runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs, and strollers, consists of a scenic 12 km (7.46 miles) loop that begins in downtown Spokane and travels northwest along the far west end [...]

The city of Spokane, WA is preparing for one of its biggest events of the year. Teams can soon register for Hoopfest, the world’s largest 3-on-3 street basketball tournament, which will be held on June 26th and 27th, 2010, in downtown Spokane. This wildly popular annual summer sports event welcomes players of all abilities and [...]

If you love the outdoors, head to the Spokane Fair and Expo Center on March 18–21 for the annual Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show to capture the great OUTDOORS, INDOORS. Hosted by the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council, the Big Horn Show is one of the oldest and longest continually operated sports and recreation shows in the [...]

Spokane’s motto is “Near nature. Near perfect,” and it is a fitting description. With seventy-five parks in the city limits and seventy-six lakes in a 50-mile radius, the Spokane area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The sunny, warm spring and summer months invite hikers, campers, fishers, boaters, kayakers, canoeists, cyclists, and bird-watchers out to play. [...]

Thirty-eight home games with fun for the whole family!
As summer approaches, Spokane baseball fans are getting excited for a fantastic season of cheering for the home team. The season opens on June 18 with a home game against the Tri-City Dust Devils, which will be followed by a fireworks show. The Spokane Indians, the Short-Season [...]

Catch Some Great Live Music Under the Stars
Spokane, WA typically has warm to hot summer nights that are perfect for outdoor concerts. If you are visiting the area for business or vacation, be sure to check out some quality live music in Spokane’s two best-known parks: Manito Park and Riverfront Park. Great music is worth [...]

Don’t miss the spectacular musical The Lion King when it comes to Spokane as part of the North American tour! A Disney on Broadway production, The Lion King has been enjoyed by 45 million people worldwide. Set in the heart of the African plains, this breathtaking adventure will delight your senses and capture your imagination. [...]

Spokane’s vibrant theatre scene offers something for everyone’s tastes, from new family comedies to classic Shakespeare tragedies. Check out award-winning professional and community theatre as well as excellent productions by our area colleges.
Spokane Civic Theatre has received dozens of awards at the local and national level, including “Most Professional Theatre” and “Best in Nation” from [...]

Things to Do: Fun Holiday Traditions in Spokane
Sparkling holiday lights, joyful singing carolers, ice skating in the park, and opulent Christmas trees are just a few of the sights to be seen in the heart of Spokane this season. The city offers an abundance of holiday traditions for you to experience, from celebrations of history [...]

Next month, figure skating fans will travel to Spokane from far and wide to catch the nation’s most prestigious figure skating event. There are still a few tickets left to experience the competitions live at the Spokane Arena, but they are going fast. The championships will also be nationally televised live on NBC and webcast [...]

Championship Skating
Luxury Suite
Town Car Shuttle
Experience the nation’s elite figure skating stars and enjoy Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel.
Package includes one night stay in a luxury 1 or 2 bedroom suite with full kitchen, 50″ HDTV, and a round-trip Lincoln Town Car shuttle.
(888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600
frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com
www.stratfordsuites.com

Don’t miss the Ninth Annual First Night Spokane 2010 as Spokanites welcome the New Year and a new decade! The party starts at 7PM on December 31st, when the whole city will celebrate with a family-friendly, alcohol-free event. First Night brings businesses, artists, entertainers, and families out late in Spokane to celebrate another year’s beginning. [...]

Pamper Yourself at the Health Beauty Spa Show January 16–17, Spokane Community College Lair
Recover from the holidays with a relaxing massage and sample all the latest beauty treatments at Spokane’s popular Health Beauty Spa Show, sponsored by Northwest Woman Magazine. This unique, big event is the best (and cheapest!) way to try out all the [...]

On April 7–11, 2010, giant, life-size dinosaurs will once again roam the earth, taking over the Spokane Arena. Based on the award-winning BBC television show, this incredible spectacle features “a whole menagerie of creatures, many of which have never been seen outside the pages of scientific journals,” according to Tim Haines, creator and BBC series [...]

The 2010 Spokane Women’s Show, featuring live music, speakers, cooking demonstrations, and a variety of booths aimed towards women’s interests, will be held April 16–18 at the Spokane Convention Center. The weekend will conclude with a fundraising walk/run to benefit the search for a cure for breast cancer. Admission to the show is $7 for [...]

Since it’s inception as a modest gaming hall nine years ago, the Northern Quest Casino and Resort has undergone a complete transformation into a major regional destination. People from all over the Inland Northwest gather here for great concerts (Kenny G. and Miranda Lambert recently performed for the resort’s grand opening of its new hotel), [...]

June 4–6, Browne’s Addition, Spokane, WA
Don’t miss the 25th annual Northwest Museum of Art & Culture ArtFest on June 4–6 in beautiful Coeur d’ Alene Park (located just west of downtown Spokane on 2nd Ave.).
Much more than your usual arts and crafts fair, this event draws 30,000 people to enjoy quality artistic works in several [...]

Catch Some Great Live Music Under the Stars
Spokane, WA typically has warm to hot summer nights that are perfect for outdoor concerts. If you are visiting the area for business or vacation, be sure to check out some quality live music in Spokane’s two best-known parks: Manito Park and Riverfront Park. Great music is worth [...]

Every summer for the last nineteen years, Sherman Street in the downtown lakefront district of beautiful Coeur d’Alene, ID, has turned into a giant street fair for one sunny weekend. The Coeur d’Alene Downtown Street Fair features over 250 vendors of all kinds of arts, crafts, food, and other wares plus entertainment galore. Around 40,000 [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture
Art, in all of its forms, gives people a way to expand their circle of connection beyond those they personally know and to experience things from another’s point of view. We hope that you will explore the variety of art offered in Spokane during your stay at Stratford Suites.
The [...]

Hoping to get a few more rounds in before the weather turns?
The City of Spokane is a great destination for a golfer. You can drive, chip and putt to your heart’s content at one of four courses without even leaving the city.
The Fairways at West Terrace, just outside of Downtown Spokane, opened in 1987. The [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
photo: Steam Plant Grill
Whether you are requesting a table for 2 or for 12, Spokane has so many delicious restaurants to try.
In the downtown area alone, you can enjoy the delicious food and drinks available at formal restaurants, funky bistros, laid-back pubs and chic bars.
If your preferred destination is a classy dinner-spot, try Clinkerdagger for [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
What a perfect time of year to think about remodeling your home. Attend the Home Idea Show for ideas and connections, October 9 –11, Spokane Fair & Expo Center. The Home Idea Show has everything you need as far as renovations, remodels and redecorating go!  This comprehensive event includes hundreds of exhibits with merchandise, product demonstrations and sample [...]

Come and see the finer side of Spokane including the wineries that the area boasts!

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
The Caterina Winery, near Riverfront Park, is a family legacy that has spanned many generations. The boutique winery features live music on Friday and Saturday evenings and their wine selection is impressive. Lone Canary Winery crafts elegant Washington wines and showcases [...]

As we provide you with information regarding all things great in Spokane, we cannot do so without shining a light on our wonderful establishment that is sponsoring this very blog… Stratford Suites. 
By listening and responding to their guests, two business partners, who have been working together for over 20 years, identified a unique need for fully serviced [...]

Spokane’s vibrant theatre scene offers something for everyone’s tastes, from new family comedies to classic Shakespeare tragedies. Check out award-winning professional and community theatre as well as excellent productions by our area colleges.
Spokane Civic Theatre has received dozens of awards at the local and national level, including “Most Professional Theatre” and “Best in Nation” from [...]

Look around Spokane, and you will see signs of “Zags” love everywhere, with local businesses displaying team memorabilia and residents sporting fan wear. The Gonzaga University men’s basketball team (the official nickname is the Bulldogs but they are also known as the Zags) rose from obscurity to national fame over ten years ago. They have [...]

If you’re in downtown Spokane one morning looking for a gourmet breakfast, Madeleine’s is the place to go. Look for the bright blue awnings on Main Avenue across from River Park Square Mall and experience a taste of France. Madeleine’s mainly offers breakfast and lunch, but it serves dinners Thursday through Saturday. The café itself [...]

Experience Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel while enjoying a day of great shopping.
Package includes one night stay in a deluxe two bedroom suite with full kitchen,
50″ HDTV and a $50 River Park Square gift certificate. Packages start at $149
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or
email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

Things to Do: Fun Holiday Traditions in Spokane
Sparkling holiday lights, joyful singing carolers, ice skating in the park, and opulent Christmas trees are just a few of the sights to be seen in the heart of Spokane this season. The city offers an abundance of holiday traditions for you to experience, from celebrations of history [...]

Next month, figure skating fans will travel to Spokane from far and wide to catch the nation’s most prestigious figure skating event. There are still a few tickets left to experience the competitions live at the Spokane Arena, but they are going fast. The championships will also be nationally televised live on NBC and webcast [...]

Guests park free while on an extended vacation. Package includes shuttle service to and from the Spokane Airport.  Packages start at $139 for one night and $210 for two nights.
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

You don’t have to travel far from Spokane to experience a great day on the slopes! Whether you are just learning or are an advanced skier/snowboarder, the Spokane area has the perfect winter adventure for you. Spokane visitors are delighted by the excellent conditions and short lines that residents enjoy all winter long. Make Stratford [...]

Championship Skating
Luxury Suite
Town Car Shuttle
Experience the nation’s elite figure skating stars and enjoy Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel.
Package includes one night stay in a luxury 1 or 2 bedroom suite with full kitchen, 50″ HDTV, and a round-trip Lincoln Town Car shuttle.
(888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600
frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com
www.stratfordsuites.com

Don’t miss the Ninth Annual First Night Spokane 2010 as Spokanites welcome the New Year and a new decade! The party starts at 7PM on December 31st, when the whole city will celebrate with a family-friendly, alcohol-free event. First Night brings businesses, artists, entertainers, and families out late in Spokane to celebrate another year’s beginning. [...]

The biggest, most happening New Year’s Eve party around starts at 6:30 p.m. in downtown Spokane with an opening ceremony at the Riverfront Park Fountain. For one low admission price, you can attend all the arts events you can handle, including tango lessons, great local music, comedy, a masquerade disco ball, Rail Jammers performing skiing [...]

Pamper Yourself at the Health Beauty Spa Show January 16–17, Spokane Community College Lair
Recover from the holidays with a relaxing massage and sample all the latest beauty treatments at Spokane’s popular Health Beauty Spa Show, sponsored by Northwest Woman Magazine. This unique, big event is the best (and cheapest!) way to try out all the [...]

Spokane, WA area hotels are filling up fast as the superstars of the skating world and fans from all over flood the city in advance of the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, which will be held January 14–20 at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena and other downtown Spokane venues. There are still tickets left for [...]

Stratford Suites is proud to be offering a special package for Valentine’s Day.  Whether your looking for a way to surprise a special someone or if your not even sure when Valentine’s Day is, this package will be sure to do the trick.
February 12-14, 2010
Includes: Luxury Suite, Flowers, Chocolate Truffles, Bottle of Wine or Martinellis & $25.00 [...]

While Spokane has been in love with the stars of ice skating who have been in town for the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, many hockey fans are longing for the return of the home team to the ice for a much less delicate winter sport. The Spokane Chiefs return to Spokane on January 29th [...]

If you are staying at Stratford Suites extended stay hotel or another Spokane area hotel during the week and looking for a local insider sports hangout, check out Tomato Street Italian restaurant on Tuesday nights for a Zags radio show. As the friendly bartender who recently served me there explained, the “GU Coaches Show” is [...]

On April 7–11, 2010, giant, life-size dinosaurs will once again roam the earth, taking over the Spokane Arena. Based on the award-winning BBC television show, this incredible spectacle features “a whole menagerie of creatures, many of which have never been seen outside the pages of scientific journals,” according to Tim Haines, creator and BBC series [...]

The Lilac Bloomsday Run is right around the corner on Sunday, May 2, 2010.  The 12 kilometer (7.46 miles) race had 51,259 registrants last year, 42,477 of those finished and got their exclusive finishers t-shirt.  The 34th annual Bloomsday Run is expected to be even larger and more fun.
Book your room at Stratford Suites today [...]

The 34th annual Lilac Bloomsday Run will be held in Spokane, WA on Sunday, May 2, 2010. This huge road race, which is open to all runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs, and strollers, consists of a scenic 12 km (7.46 miles) loop that begins in downtown Spokane and travels northwest along the far west end [...]

The 1st and 2nd Rounds of March Madness will be in Spokane on March 19th and 21st, 2010.  Be sure to book your stay at Stratford Suites early to get your room.  In-between Spokane games, keep up with games across the country on a 50″ HDTV in your room while enjoying leather furniture, and kitchens.
Book [...]

March Madness will storm into Spokane on Friday, March 19 with the first and second rounds of the NCAA 72nd annual Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship, hosted by Washington State University. Two sessions will be held on Friday and one session on Sunday, March 21, 2010 (six games total) at the Spokane Arena. If you [...]

The Spokane Lilac Festival (May 10–16) is an annual spring tradition in Spokane, WA dating back to 1938. It has grown from a one-day flower show to a week-long festival of family friendly events that bring visitors from all over the Inland Northwest.
The big finale event is the largest armed forces torchlight parade in the [...]

The city of Spokane, WA is preparing for one of its biggest events of the year. Teams can soon register for Hoopfest, the world’s largest 3-on-3 street basketball tournament, which will be held on June 26th and 27th, 2010, in downtown Spokane. This wildly popular annual summer sports event welcomes players of all abilities and [...]

If you love the outdoors, head to the Spokane Fair and Expo Center on March 18–21 for the annual Bighorn Outdoor Adventure Show to capture the great OUTDOORS, INDOORS. Hosted by the Inland Northwest Wildlife Council, the Big Horn Show is one of the oldest and longest continually operated sports and recreation shows in the [...]

The 2010 Spokane Women’s Show, featuring live music, speakers, cooking demonstrations, and a variety of booths aimed towards women’s interests, will be held April 16–18 at the Spokane Convention Center. The weekend will conclude with a fundraising walk/run to benefit the search for a cure for breast cancer. Admission to the show is $7 for [...]

Spring is here, and it’s time for the 2010 arena football season. The Spokane Shock, Spokane’s award-winning arena football team, will open the season on April 2nd as new members of the newly resurrected Arena Football League (AFL), which is back after a one-year hiatus and reorganization of its business plan. The 15-team league will [...]

Since it’s inception as a modest gaming hall nine years ago, the Northern Quest Casino and Resort has undergone a complete transformation into a major regional destination. People from all over the Inland Northwest gather here for great concerts (Kenny G. and Miranda Lambert recently performed for the resort’s grand opening of its new hotel), [...]

Whether you are a seasoned wine connoisseur or just enjoy an occasional glass of wine, the annual Spring Barrel Tasting in Spokane, WA is a fun way to check out the wonderful varieties of wine produced in the area. This friendly annual celebration marks the end of the winemaking season and the beginning of a [...]

Spokane’s motto is “Near nature. Near perfect,” and it is a fitting description. With seventy-five parks in the city limits and seventy-six lakes in a 50-mile radius, the Spokane area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The sunny, warm spring and summer months invite hikers, campers, fishers, boaters, kayakers, canoeists, cyclists, and bird-watchers out to play. [...]

Thirty-eight home games with fun for the whole family!
As summer approaches, Spokane baseball fans are getting excited for a fantastic season of cheering for the home team. The season opens on June 18 with a home game against the Tri-City Dust Devils, which will be followed by a fireworks show. The Spokane Indians, the Short-Season [...]

Visit Spokane’s museums to learn about the history of the region, view some excellent art, and have fun with the family. The museums listed below offer entertainment for residents and visitors alike. If you are on vacation with children, Stratford Suites Extended Stay Hotel is a convenient, comfortable choice for lodging. Two-room suites are available [...]

June 4–6, Browne’s Addition, Spokane, WA
Don’t miss the 25th annual Northwest Museum of Art & Culture ArtFest on June 4–6 in beautiful Coeur d’ Alene Park (located just west of downtown Spokane on 2nd Ave.).
Much more than your usual arts and crafts fair, this event draws 30,000 people to enjoy quality artistic works in several [...]

Catch Some Great Live Music Under the Stars
Spokane, WA typically has warm to hot summer nights that are perfect for outdoor concerts. If you are visiting the area for business or vacation, be sure to check out some quality live music in Spokane’s two best-known parks: Manito Park and Riverfront Park. Great music is worth [...]

Spokane Celebrates 100 Years of Father’s Day June 20!

June 20, 2010, marks the 100th Father’s Day, a holiday that began right here in Spokane, WA. Local resident Sonora Smart Dodd, who is often referred to as the “Mother of Father’s Day, was inspired to propose a day to celebrate fathers after hearing a sermon [...]

Sure, Spokane, WA has a spectacular fireworks extravaganza on July 4th, but the fireworks show is the culmination of two full days of revelry in Riverfront Park. Spokane’s 4th of July Festival begins on Saturday, July 3. All day long, you can watch live music at three different outdoor stages, including an American Idol competition [...]

After our post about Spokane museums, a couple of readers suggested some lesser-known, but still fun, museums in the area. So if you are interested in history, be sure to check out these treasures. And, if you are travelling to the Spokane area this summer for vacation, Stratford Suites Extended Stay Hotel is your home [...]

The weather is finally hot in the Spokane area, so it is time to head to one of the several water amusement parks in the area. Here are the three best options in the region. If you are wondering why Wild Waters is not listed, it is because that park is closed for the summer [...]

Hoping to get a few more rounds in before the weather turns?
The City of Spokane is a great destination for a golfer. You can drive, chip and putt to your heart’s content at one of four courses without even leaving the city.
The Fairways at West Terrace, just outside of Downtown Spokane, opened in 1987. The [...]

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
If you plan to visit during winter, remember to bring your skis and ice skates. Mt. Spokane Ski and Snowboard Park is just over an hour drive from Stratford Suites and features a terrain park and tubing hill, so the whole family can have fun playing in the snow. If you prefer ice skating rather [...]

Look around Spokane, and you will see signs of “Zags” love everywhere, with local businesses displaying team memorabilia and residents sporting fan wear. The Gonzaga University men’s basketball team (the official nickname is the Bulldogs but they are also known as the Zags) rose from obscurity to national fame over ten years ago. They have [...]

If you love skiing or snowboarding and live or travel around Spokane, look to the north for a nearby Canadian adventure that will rival any other in North America. Take a scenic 2.5 hour drive from Spokane to experience some of the best champagne powder in the world at Red Mountain Resort. Red Mountain Resort [...]

Next month, figure skating fans will travel to Spokane from far and wide to catch the nation’s most prestigious figure skating event. There are still a few tickets left to experience the competitions live at the Spokane Arena, but they are going fast. The championships will also be nationally televised live on NBC and webcast [...]

Championship Skating
Luxury Suite
Town Car Shuttle
Experience the nation’s elite figure skating stars and enjoy Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel.
Package includes one night stay in a luxury 1 or 2 bedroom suite with full kitchen, 50″ HDTV, and a round-trip Lincoln Town Car shuttle.
(888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600
frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com
www.stratfordsuites.com

Spokane, WA area hotels are filling up fast as the superstars of the skating world and fans from all over flood the city in advance of the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, which will be held January 14–20 at the Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena and other downtown Spokane venues. There are still tickets left for [...]

While Spokane has been in love with the stars of ice skating who have been in town for the 2010 U.S. Figure Skating Championships, many hockey fans are longing for the return of the home team to the ice for a much less delicate winter sport. The Spokane Chiefs return to Spokane on January 29th [...]

If you are staying at Stratford Suites extended stay hotel or another Spokane area hotel during the week and looking for a local insider sports hangout, check out Tomato Street Italian restaurant on Tuesday nights for a Zags radio show. As the friendly bartender who recently served me there explained, the “GU Coaches Show” is [...]

The Lilac Bloomsday Run is right around the corner on Sunday, May 2, 2010.  The 12 kilometer (7.46 miles) race had 51,259 registrants last year, 42,477 of those finished and got their exclusive finishers t-shirt.  The 34th annual Bloomsday Run is expected to be even larger and more fun.
Book your room at Stratford Suites today [...]

The 34th annual Lilac Bloomsday Run will be held in Spokane, WA on Sunday, May 2, 2010. This huge road race, which is open to all runners, walkers, wheelchairs, assisted wheelchairs, and strollers, consists of a scenic 12 km (7.46 miles) loop that begins in downtown Spokane and travels northwest along the far west end [...]

The 1st and 2nd Rounds of March Madness will be in Spokane on March 19th and 21st, 2010.  Be sure to book your stay at Stratford Suites early to get your room.  In-between Spokane games, keep up with games across the country on a 50″ HDTV in your room while enjoying leather furniture, and kitchens.
Book [...]

March Madness will storm into Spokane on Friday, March 19 with the first and second rounds of the NCAA 72nd annual Division 1 Men’s Basketball Championship, hosted by Washington State University. Two sessions will be held on Friday and one session on Sunday, March 21, 2010 (six games total) at the Spokane Arena. If you [...]

The city of Spokane, WA is preparing for one of its biggest events of the year. Teams can soon register for Hoopfest, the world’s largest 3-on-3 street basketball tournament, which will be held on June 26th and 27th, 2010, in downtown Spokane. This wildly popular annual summer sports event welcomes players of all abilities and [...]

Spring is here, and it’s time for the 2010 arena football season. The Spokane Shock, Spokane’s award-winning arena football team, will open the season on April 2nd as new members of the newly resurrected Arena Football League (AFL), which is back after a one-year hiatus and reorganization of its business plan. The 15-team league will [...]

Spokane’s motto is “Near nature. Near perfect,” and it is a fitting description. With seventy-five parks in the city limits and seventy-six lakes in a 50-mile radius, the Spokane area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The sunny, warm spring and summer months invite hikers, campers, fishers, boaters, kayakers, canoeists, cyclists, and bird-watchers out to play. [...]

Thirty-eight home games with fun for the whole family!
As summer approaches, Spokane baseball fans are getting excited for a fantastic season of cheering for the home team. The season opens on June 18 with a home game against the Tri-City Dust Devils, which will be followed by a fireworks show. The Spokane Indians, the Short-Season [...]

As we provide you with information regarding all things great in Spokane, we cannot do so without shining a light on our wonderful establishment that is sponsoring this very blog… Stratford Suites. 
By listening and responding to their guests, two business partners, who have been working together for over 20 years, identified a unique need for fully serviced [...]

Experience Spokane’s finest extended stay hotel while enjoying a day of great shopping.
Package includes one night stay in a deluxe two bedroom suite with full kitchen,
50″ HDTV and a $50 River Park Square gift certificate. Packages start at $149
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or
email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

Things to Do: Fun Holiday Traditions in Spokane
Sparkling holiday lights, joyful singing carolers, ice skating in the park, and opulent Christmas trees are just a few of the sights to be seen in the heart of Spokane this season. The city offers an abundance of holiday traditions for you to experience, from celebrations of history [...]

Guests park free while on an extended vacation. Package includes shuttle service to and from the Spokane Airport.  Packages start at $139 for one night and $210 for two nights.
Reserve by calling (888) 705-8877 or (509) 321-1600 or email frontdesk@stratfordsuites.com

Spokane’s motto is “Near nature. Near perfect,” and it is a fitting description. With seventy-five parks in the city limits and seventy-six lakes in a 50-mile radius, the Spokane area offers abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. The sunny, warm spring and summer months invite hikers, campers, fishers, boaters, kayakers, canoeists, cyclists, and bird-watchers out to play. [...]