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Flower Show School - The Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs is presenting a class to discuss becoming qualified evaluators at flower shows. There is a required reading list. Runs today through Thursday. 7:45 a.m.-3:45 p.m., Finch Arboretum, 3404 W. Woodland Blvd., Spokane. Price varies, depending upon how many sessions you attend. (509) 747-4926.

Author Linda Beutler - Presents “Gardening With Clematis,” a narrated slide show, which features her collection that numbers over 275 separate species and cultivars. Wednesday. 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Fall for the Garden - Sale of plants and garden adornments, to benefit the Healing Garden, adjacent to Bonner General Hospital. Come visit this community treasure and watch art being created by the Plein Air Painters. Light refreshments will be available. Saturday. 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 602 N. Third Ave., Sandpoint. (208) 265-1179.

National Public Lands Day Event - Participate in trail cleanup and other activities. Free barbecue and certificate of appreciation lunch provided to participating volunteers at 12:30 p.m. Park entrance fee is waived for volunteers and their families for the day. Wear closed-toed shoes, long pants and shirts and gloves. Saturday. 8 a.m.-noon, Priest Lake State Park, 314 Indian Creek Park Road, Coolin, Idaho. Free. (208) 443-2200.

Wildlife Friendly Gardens - Presented by the Washington State University Master Gardeners, this class will discuss how to attract birds, butterflies and more, depending on what you plant. Saturday. 10 a.m.-noon, Spokane County Cooperative Extension, 222 N. Havana, Spokane Valley. $10. (509) 477-2048.

Waterwise Landscaping Class - This class will discuss information on planning, planting and maintaining landscapes that use less water. Classes meet Oct. 5 and 12. 6-8 p.m., WSU County Extension Education Center, 222 N. Havana, Spokane. $10 per class. (509) 477-2048.

River Cleanup - Pick up trash in High Bridge Park, People’s Park and along the Spokane River. Afterward, enjoy a festival with music, activities, environmental education for kids and numerous community groups. A bicycle corral will be available for those who bike to the event. Oct. 7. 9 a.m.-noon, meet at High Bridge Park, Riverside Avenue at A Street. Free. (509) 329-1410.

South County Chipping/Compost Day - Spokane County residents will learn various composting methods and will receive a free plastic compost bin. Proof of residence is required. Oct. 7. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Valleyford Fire Station, 12100 E. Palouse Highway. Spokane Regional Solid Waste System, 625-6580.

Sundays in the Garden - Tour and history of the Nishinomiya Japanese Garden. Sponsored by the Friends of Manito Park. Oct. 8. 2 p.m., Manito Park, Japanese Garden, 21st Avenue at Bernard Street. $5. (509) 456-8038.

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Cathedral and the Arts Antique Show and Sale - 28th annual event. Thursday, 6-9 p.m.: preview party features antiques, wine, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction, cathedral tours and organ performances. Tickets for preview party: $35 (proceeds benefit the Cathedral of the Arts). Antique show and sale: Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. $5/show and sale, good all weekend. (509) 245-3107.

Latest in Flooring Solutions - The Home Depot is presenting this class Thursday. 7 p.m., Home Depot, 5617 E. Sprague, (509) 534-8588; 9116 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-8991; 220 W. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d’Alene, (208) 676-1441; 21701 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake, (509) 891-0613.

Innovative Paint Applications - Home Depot is presenting this class Saturday. 10 a.m., Home Depot, 5617 E. Sprague, (509) 534-8588; 9116 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-8991; 220 W. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d’Alene, (208) 676-1441; 21701 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake, (509) 891-0613.

Free Family Fire Safety Clinics - Presented by the Home Depot; sponsored by American Red Cross. Features fire prevention and evacuation tips. Oct. 7. 10 a.m., Home Depot, 5617 E. Sprague, (509) 534-8588; 9116 N. Newport Highway, (509) 466-8991; 220 W. Kathleen Ave., Coeur d’Alene, (208) 676-1441; 21701 E. Country Vista Drive, Liberty Lake, (509) 891-0613.

Home Décor and More Coeur d’Alene Christian Women’s Connection - Reservations required by Oct. 9 for the Oct. 12 program held at the Coeur d’Alene Resort; featuring Street of Dreams presentation by decorator Melissa Cheney of Lakeshore Décor Furniture and Interiors; speaker Fayemarie Miller and music by Larry Martens; childcare available upon request. Noon, 115 Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $10. (208) 687-0291 or (208) 687-6906.

28th Annual Autumn Inspirations Quilt Show - 500 quilts will be on display at this event that also features demonstrations, merchants and more. The show is open Oct. 13 from 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Oct. 14 from 10 a.m.-7 p.m., and Oct. 15 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane Convention Center, 324 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane. $6, good for all three days. (509) 466-7812.

Past Blessings Antique Show and Music Fest - Antique show with vendors from throughout the Northwest. Furniture, quilts, linens, old pottery, china, old paintings, kitchenware, farm finds and more. Enjoy Country and Bluegrass music from groups including Emma’s Nasty Apple, The Doghouse Boyz, Lonesome Lyle Morse, Mark Walker Rhodes, The Crooked Kilt, and Bluegrass Conspiracy. Oct. 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Bigelow Gulch Central Grange, 7001 E. Bigelow Gulch Road. $3/general, free/age 12 and younger. Admission good both days. (509) 499-5099.