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April 5, 2010 Spokane Valley family emphasizes hoops with a heart
By Craig Howard, News EditorShare:  
April 5, 2010 — On the most celebrated day of the year in college basketball, Freddie and Austin Rehkow are preparing for church.
It's not the first time that the NCAA Final Four - featuring a quartet of the best teams in the nation - has coincided with the semiannual General Conference of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Last year, the University of North Carolina - the preferred team in the Rehkow household - competed in a semifinal game against Villanova, but Freddie and his son, Austin, bypassed the basketball to attend the Saturday night priesthood session.
This year, the Rehkows - members of the Belle Terre Ward in the Spokane East Stake - once again set aside their favorite sport to hear instruction from church leaders. Freddie said the arrangement of priorities is part of the family's commitment to put the gospel first.
Basketball is the No. 1 sport at the home of Freddie and Kim Rehkow, members of the Belle Terre Ward in the Spokane East Stake. The Rehkow starting lineup includes (from left to right) Ryan, Cameron, Kim, Austin, Freddie and Landon. Contributed Photo.
"You could make excuses about not going to church," he said. "But it's just the right thing to do."
The balance of church and sports has always been a pillar at the Rehkow home even when it meant Austin missing a chance to play in a national championship youth soccer game because it fell on Sunday. Austin said the policy has been a testimony builder.
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Wholesome Recreational Guide
- April 5-10
By Tanya Smith, Staff WriterShare:
April 5, 2010 — Don't let the sudden change of weather keep you from having fun this week. There are dinosaurs, singing pioneers, home shows and improv theatre events available to entertain and educate you and your family - and don't forget to schedule in some jogging to prepare for two local runs that will benefit some worthy causes. Read on for more...
Walking with Dinosaurs: The Arena Spectacular
After years of planning, the award-winning BBC TV series "Walking with Dinosaurs" springs to life in a stunning theatrical event at the Spokane Arena April 7-11. Internationally renowned designers have worked with scientists to create 15 life-size dinosaurs for this amazing show. For more information and to buy tickets visit spokanearena.com/dinosaurs.
"Little House on the Prairie - the Musical"
Based on the beloved classic book series written over 70 years ago, the inspirational stories of early Americana have again been brought to life on the stage in "Little House on the Prairie - the Musical." See it at Spokane's INB Performing Arts Center April 8-11. For more information visit inbpac.com.
Spokane Home & Garden Show
If you're in need of new ideas for improving your garden or home, the 35th Annual Spokane Home and Garden Show is a great place to find solutions for every project and budget. The show is April 9-11 at the Spokane Convention Center. For information visit spokanecenter.com.
LLCT Improv Theatre Group
Liberty Lake Community Theatre is organizing an improvisation performance troupe. The group will meet Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon starting April 10. All are welcome and participation is free. The theatre is located at 1421 Meadowood Lane, Suite 130 in Liberty Lake. For more information, call 768-6429.
Local runs benefit Second Harvest, The Arc
The seventh annual Bulldog Jog, a 5K run to benefit Second Harvest of the Inland Northwest, will take place on Saturday, April 24, beginning at 10 a.m. Participants can begin registering at 8:30 a.m. at the Crosby Student Center on the campus of Gonzaga University. Registration before April 24 is $12 and $15 on race day. Checks for the race can be mailed to Bulldog Jog, GU MSC# 2470, 502 E. Boone Ave., Spokane, WA. 99258. To learn more, e-mail Scott Bozman at bozman@jepson.gonzaga.edu. Second Harvest provides food for a variety of social service agencies throughout the region including Spokane Valley Partners Food Bank. On Saturday, April 17, The Arc of Spokane and the Washington Parks Department will sponsor a Community Fun Run at the CenterPlace Regional Event Center, 2426 N. Discovery Place in Spokane Valley. Proceeds from the 3-mile run/walk will benefit The Arc of Spokane, a nonprofit social service agency that advocates for individuals with developmental disabilities. Registration is $14 per participant and includes a T-shirt. For more information, call 509-279-9242.
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