Relentless Wrestling: Episode 12 Need a jolt out of the too sweet holiday events cycle? Relentless Wrestling can help with a dose of pro-wrestling violence. Highlighting the festivities is “The Undead Bride” Su Yung (one of my favorite women wrestlers on the planet) in an intergender tag match with Sonico against Funnybone and Drexl. The card includes Aussie standout Adam Brooks battling Kris Brady and local hero Chase James squaring off with Vinnie Massaro, plus the night also features Relentless champion Keita’s “Birthday Extravaganza.”' (Spoiler alert: no birthday party segment in pro wrestling history has ever gone smoothly — someone is getting beat up and almost assuredly will have their face shoved in cake.)
Skate for a Cause: Habitat for Humanity This program is designed to support community-centered, nonprofit organizations in their fundraising efforts. At this edition of Skate for a Cause, a portion of the proceeds goes to Habitat for Humanity.
BRRC Turkey Trot Serious local runners, like many members of the Bloomsday Road Runners Club, take the annual Turkey Trot run, well, seriously, and are eager to get to the scenic course winding through Manito Park and the South Hill to try and beat last year’s time. Others — myself included — are there for the pure community camaraderie and festive atmosphere, as this local tradition signals the start of winter holidays with its pre-Thanksgiving dinner timing. For all heading to the Trot, don’t forget cash or nonperishable food donations for Second Harvest, and dress warmly. And be on the lookout for hot apple cider passed out by friendly neighbors along the picturesque route. If you’re heading from across town, remember that parking is a bit tricky, and carpooling with a crew is the best way to get to this pre-feast, community calorie burner.
Eastern Eagles vs. Washington State Cougars The college basketball world’s eyes will be on Spokane Arena on Sunday for the sold-out matchup between Gonzaga and Kentucky, but don’t sleep on the hardwood tilt the following night. While it might not be a Top 25 matchup, Washington State and Eastern Washington men’s basketball teams both have reason to be optimistic when they face off for a neutral site game in the Arena. The Cougs could sneak up on some folk in the Pac-12 led by Sengalese big man Mouhamed Gueye, while the Eagles have a promising young core under second-year coach David Riley. (Side note: It’s honestly a joke that Gonzaga, Eastern, and Wazzu don’t all play each other in the Arena every year. Get on that, athletic directors.)
Inlander Winter Party Kick off winter with regional resorts, retailers, factory representatives and winter-related vendors at this two-day celebration of the season of snow. The event also features the PowderKeg Brew Festival with over 40 local brews and ciders to sample while shopping at the show, plus live music, games and giveaways. One lift ticket per person is included with admission for the first 1,500 attendees each day. Nov. 11-12, Fri from 4-9 pm, Sat from 10 am-7 pm.