Social Calendar

Bodacious Barbecue at Beyond Hope Resort - Fundraiser for the Hope Memorial Community Center includes DJ Rhythm Machine, dancing and live and silent auctions. Tickets available in Hope at the Holiday Shores Cafe, Island View Resort and Beyond Hope Resort, and in Sandpoint at Pend Oreille Pasta. Saturday. 4 p.m., Beyond Hope Resort in the Hope Peninsula on Lake Pend Oreille, Hope, Idaho. $35/each. (208) 264-5481.

“Life is a Cadenza” by Diana Clemons - Benefit performances for Harmony Ranch Therapeutic Riding Center. Friday and Sept. 12. 7 p.m., Harmony Ranch Therapeutic Riding Center, 4929 W. Orchard Ave., Rathdrum. Tickets $10. (208) 819-2603.

Breast Cancer Fundraising Breakfast at Applebees - Next Sunday. Team “Fight Like A Girl, Heaven Can Wait” will walk 60 miles from Sept. 12-14 for the Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk. Their goal is to raise a minimum of $24,200 to help fight breast cancer. Breakfast includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, juice or coffee. There will be a car wash next door. 8-10 a.m., 12217 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. $8. (509) 499-6552.

Feast with Friends - Progressive food and wine tasting, and get to know your local farmers, winemakers and chefs. Locally grown ingredients will be used to create delectable bites paired with regional wine tastings. Proceeds benefit Futurewise, protecting Eastern Washington’s farmlands, wildlife habitat and to build sustainable communities. Sept. 4. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, Spokane Valley. $50-$100/person, $1,000/table of six. (509) 838-1965.

Northern Quest Casino Spokane All-American’s Charity Classic - Featuring Dan Dickau and Adam Morrison. Proceeds to benefit local Spokane charities. Sept. 4. 7 p.m., Gonzaga University, McCarthey Athletic Center. $15-$80. (509) 325-SEAT.

Summer Soiree at Beacon Hill - Features 35 wines from around the world, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction and live music by Nicole Lewis Quartet. Fundraiser for the Spokane Symphony. Reservations required. For more information, visit www.spokanesyphonyassoc.org. Sept. 4. 5:30 p.m., Beacon Hill Events, 4348 E. Wellesley Ave. $35. (509) 458-8733.

Feast of the Arts - A culinary experience showcasing four-course, gourmet dinner featuring Cougar-connected Washington wines. Held every Friday evening before home football games. Feasts will be held Sept. 5 with Kelly Tucker of Reininger Winery; Sept. 19 with Ted Baseler of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates; Sept. 26 with Jeff and Vicki Gordon Brothers Family Vineyards; Oct. 17 with Scott Williams of Kiona Vineyards; Nov. 7 with Shane McKibben with Amavi Cellars; and Nov. 21 with Annette Bergevin of Bergevin Lane. Music and art reception including wine and hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m., dinner served at 7 p.m. Recommended attire is business casual. Visit www.feast.wsu.edu for menus and reservations. Washington State University, Todd Hall Dining Room 268, Pullman. $75, plus tax. (509) 335-DINE or (877) 978-3868.

An Afternoon of Elegance - Fundraiser for Lesotho, Africa. Sept. 7. 2-4 p.m., Sisters of the Holy Names Convent, 2911 W. Fort George Wright Drive. (509) 328-7470.

Cobra Roofing Polo Classic - “Tents, Hats and Champagne.” Enjoy artwalk, live music, divot stomp, hat competition, silent auction, gourmet food and more. Benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities. Gates open at noon. Sept. 7. Spokane Polo Fields, Highway 2, across from Longhorn Barbecue, Airway Heights. $150. (509) 624-0500.

The Scramble “Fore” Spokane Golf Tournament - All funds raised will be distributed to select organizations involved in the development and progress of art, music, literature and education in Spokane. Check-in at 7 a.m.; shot gun start at 8, Sept. 12. Indian Canyon Golf Course, 4304 W. West Drive. $100, includes greens fee, cart and lunch. Register by Friday. (509) 456-2172.

Tapestry of Art - Evening of dance, music and art to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation. Sept. 13. 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $25. (509) 701-6557.

Caring for Kids Luncheon - To benefit St. Anne’s Children and Family Center and Morning Star Boys’ Ranch. Reservations required. Sept. 16. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $100. (509) 358-4254.

Fourth Annual Lutheran Community Services Golf Classic - Money raised at the event goes to Lutheran Community Services Child Welfare program which provides counseling and support to children who have experienced a life-altering traumatic event. Sept. 18. 1:30 p.m., Indian Canyon Golf Course. $80/person, includes 18 holes of golf, cart rental, post-tournament dinner and prizes. (509) 343-5053.

“A Little Night Music” - Magical night of heavy hors d’oeuvres, fine wine, auction and live music by Sammy Eubanks. Benefits the Women’s and Children’s Free Restaurant. Sept. 19. 6-10 p.m., CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park, Spokane Valley. $50. (509) 324-1995.

“An Evening of Dessert” with Frank Peretti - Fundraiser for Open Arms Pregnancy Care Center and Real Choices Clinic. Event includes desserts made by the pastry chef at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, musical selections, and a brief drama presentation. For tickets, visit www.openarmsevents.com. Sept. 19. 7-9 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St. $35/each, $280/table. (208) 687-6906.

Lake City Blues Benefit - Ninth annual event presented by Inland Empire Blues Society with live blues music, dancing, silent auction, raffles and prizes. Open to all ages until 10 p.m., open to age 21 and older until midnight. Benefits Coeur d’Alene’s Project Safe Place. Sept. 20. 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Worley. $10. (800) 523-2464.

Under the Tuscan Sun - 16th annual wine and microbrew tasting and auction, presented by East Adams County Healthcare Foundation, benefiting Adams County Hospital District 2. 6-8 p.m., silent auction; live auction at 8. Sept. 27. American Legion Building, 106 W. Broadway, Ritzville. $15. (509) 659-1376.

Festa Italiana - Enjoy live family entertainment, mouthwatering food, cooking demonstrations, a wine and beer garden, “Italian Idol” karaoke singing contest, artisan and business booths, “Mercantino” (little market) farmers’ market, Spokane Italian Car Club show and the Bolla Grape Stomp Contest. Free hands-on activities for children along with carnival booth games and jumping castles. Oct. 4 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. Free admission; parking is $1, proceeds benefit local youth/school groups. (208) 773-8522.