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Fri., April 4, 2008

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Spokane Home and Garden Show - 33rd annual event. Today, noon-9 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $8/general, free/age 12 and younger. (509) 534-5380.

Washington State Quilters 7th Annual Yard Sale - Purchase numerous quilting related items from quilt tops to patterns, fabric, notions, books, embellishments and threads. Saturday. 8-11:30 a.m., Corbin Senior Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. (509) 435-3889.

15th annual WSU Mom’s Weekend Antique Show - April 11, 2-10 p.m. and April 12, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Gladish Gym, 115 NW State St., Pullman. $2. (509) 287-2305.

Antique Appraisal Day - 10th annual event to have appraisal experts look at your treasures. Proceeds benefit the continued restoration of the historic Campbell House. April 12. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. $10 per item appraised, limit five items. (509) 456-3931.

The Art of Rustic Furniture Making - April 18 - 19. Explore with Harry Felton from Lewistown, Mont., the history and design of handmade furniture on Friday, 6-8 p.m. On Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., they will learn traditional hand tool functions and gain skill in their use, learn basic wood joinery with regard to function and design then practice making the joints. Each participant will design a wood bench and cut, shape, plane, fit and assemble it. Registration required. Artisans at the Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. $85. (509) 229-3414.

Music in Historic Homes - Allegro presents “Music in Historic Homes” as a glimpse into the past. The events take place in historic homes from Spokane’s early days. Sittings at 3:00, 4:30, 6:00, and 7:30 p.m. Each sitting includes a 40-minute concert followed by a tour of the home with information about its history. Guests are then invited to visit and enjoy refreshments. April 23 - 24. Canfield House, 1301 N. Sherwood St. $20. (509) 455-6865.

Washington State Quilters - Featured speaker is Linda Ballard from Pal Cedro, Calif. Linda has appeared on Simple Quilts several times, has taught at Houston’s International Quilt Festival, cruises, numerous conferences and camps. Meeting times are 1 and 7 p.m. April 24. Mukogawa Fort Wright Commons Building, 4000 W. Randolph Road. $7. (509) 435-3889.

Linda Ballard Quilting Workshop - “Peppermint ‘n Sassafras” focuses on quilting tips, techniques and fun. Skill level is beginner plus to advanced. Presented by Washington State Quilters. Pre-registration required. April 25. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hampton Inn, 2010 S. Assembly Road. $58, includes lunch. (509) 435-3889.

Linda Ballard Quilting Workshop - “Earth, Wind and Fire” is a controlled, scrap quilt class that will feature three different patterns within the quilt while fine tuning technique. Presented by Washington State Quilters. Pre-registration required. April 26. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hampton Inn, 2010 S. Assembly Road. $58, includes lunch. (509) 435-3889.

Garden

Town and Country Iris Society - The group meets the first Friday of each month. Today. 7 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. (509) 926-4225.

“The Effects of Plants on People” - Visit with Laura Ferguson. Reservations suggested. Saturday. 10:30 a.m.-noon, On Sacred Grounds, 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. Free. (509) 747-6294.

Spokane Orchid Society Spring Show and Sale - The show includes vendors from around the Northwest and speakers on how to grow orchids. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Southside Senior Center, 27th and Ray. Admission is $1. (509) 624-4118.

Spring Farming Days - Plowing to planting using the old ways. Events include vintage quilt show, plowman’s lunch, chili cook-off, live demonstrations and vendor booths. Building Dedication Saturday at 2 p.m. Saturday - Sunday. Garfield County Fairgrounds, Garfield, Wash. (509) 843-1149.

Sundays in the Garden - Plant Manager Janis Saiki will present “Amazing Plants for the 2008 Season.” Sponsored by The Friends of Manito. April 6. 2 p.m. Manito Park meeting room, 4 W. 21st Ave. Free. (509) 456-8038.

“Rose is a Rose is a Rose” - Visit with Milo Ball. April 12. 10:30 a.m.-noon, On Sacred Grounds, 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. Free. (509) 747-6294.

North County Chipping & Compost Day - Information on non-burning options for yard debris. Free chipping and disposal service available; seminars on composting. April 12. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Fire District 4, Station 49, Highway 395 at Monroe Road. (509) 625-6580.

“Bee Keeping” - By Master Gardeners Blaine and Gina Harvey of Four Star Apiary. Pre-registration is required. April 16. 6-8 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer, Sandpoint. $10. (208) 263-8511.

Learn How to Grow Your Own Food - Series of four classes presented by WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners. Held Thursdays, April 17-May 8. Classes are April 17, Vegetables and Heirloom Varieties; April 24: Raised Bed Gardening; May 1: Growing Fruits and Berries; and May 8: Growing and Using Culinary Herbs. Refreshments and handouts will be provided at each class. Pre-registration is recommended as class sizes are limited. 6-8 p.m., Spokane County Extension Education Center, 222 N. Havana St. $10/class or $35/series. (509) 477-2048.

Palouse Empire Plowing Bee - History buffs will enjoy this trek into the past. Come see agriculture as it used to be. Horse drawn equipment makes its way through the fields plowing and planting the crop. April 18 - 19. Palouse Empire Fairgrounds (four miles west of Colfax on Hwy 26), Colfax. (509) 397-3049.

Getting Ready for Spring Luncheon - Lunch of soup and salad with guest speaker Phyllis Stephens, who does garden segments on KXLY-TV and radio. April 22. Noon, Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $6. Reservations by April 18. (509) 535-0803.

“Butterfly and Fragrance Gardens” - By Carol Mack, Extension Educator for Washington State Extension Pend Oreille County. Pre-registration is required. April 23. 6-8 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer, Sandpoint. $10. (208) 263-8511.

Associated Garden Clubs of Spokane Meeting - History of the Spokane Lilac Festival Association and presentation of the Lilac Princesses. Potluck luncheon follows program. April 25. 10 a.m., Manito Park meeting room, 4 W. 21st Ave. Free. (509) 838-9186.

Plant Sale - 28th annual event presented by The Associated Garden Clubs. April 26. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Manito Park meeting room and adjacent outdoor area, 4 W. 21st Ave., east of the Gaiser Conservatory. (509) 838-3705.

Spring Compost Fair - Hands-on demonstrations, including a hot compost pile and worm bin. Learn about the types of materials used in composting, how to turn a compost pile and how to choose the right bin. Spokane County residents receive a free bin. April 26. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Finch Arboretum, 3404 W. Woodland Blvd. Free. (509) 625-6800.

“Pesticides, the Good, the Bad and the Ugly” - By Tim Stein, senior agriculture investigator and field officer for Idaho State Department of Agriculture. Pre-registration is required. April 30. 6-8 p.m., Bonner County Extension Office, 4205 N. Boyer, Sandpoint. $10. (208) 263-8511.

Pets

Northwest Interstate Spring Fling - Sponsored by the Northwest Interstate Quarter Horse Association and featuring classes and competitions in jumping, reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping and pole bending. April 17 - 20. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana. (208) 798-0763.

Fourth annual Stallion Showcase & Horse Fair - Exhibitors enjoy free Play Day classes with prizes with their entry fee of $35 or less per horse, arena time to test drive horses for sale and our popular $100 Jackpot Liberty Class Winner Take All where the horses are turned loose to run free. April 26. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Valley Mission Horse Arena, Bowdish and Mission. Viewing free. (509) 796-2140.