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Family fun, feline style is what you'll find at Cat Tales Zoological Park. This unique zoo attraction spotlights various endangered members of the cat family. The kids will surely enjoy getting a closer-than-usual look at some of the facility's famous residents. These include tigers, pumas, lions, and lynx. If you want to learn more, you can opt to take one of the zoo's highly informative and entertaining tours. And don't forget to bring your camera to capture as many pics of these really cool cats.

When you venture out to the Dishman Hills Natural Area, not only are you destined to see one of Spokane's most beautiful natural scenes, you will be visiting one of its most historic. Named after A.T. Dishman who extracted tons of granite from the site to help rebuild Spokane after the Great Fire of 1889, the area offers several desirable activities for nature lovers. There is a two and a half-mile hike that traverses Eastwood Pond which is available seasonally from March to November. In addition, there are several excellent spots for picnics, family fun and running around. Or, if you prefer, you can just sit and take in the amazing outdoor beauty.

Sometimes, the two of you can enjoy some quality time just by making a quick escape to a romantic place that offers something truly special for you to focus on. One such place is the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture. Considered to be one of the most impressive cultural institutions in the Pacific Northwest, this is anything but your average museum. On your date, you can casually stroll through the five galleries to take in the famously eclectic works and exhibits. The building itself is a work of art, as it features impeccable landscaping, an outdoor amphitheater, a museum store, and a great cafe where you both can get a cup of coffee and talk about the many artistic high points of your time together.

At Finders Keepers, you'll want to keep all that you find! This stylish shop has an incredible selection of thousands of quality earrings, necklaces and other jewelry. What sets Finders Keepers apart from other stores is that they are always willing to make you a deal on the piece (or pieces) that you are interested in. The staff is noted by many shoppers to be quite friendly and knowledgeable, as they are just as excited about the jewelry they sell as you are.