Social calendar
Spokane Guilds’ School Appreciation Night
Celebrating donors, volunteers and staff by the Spokane Guilds’ School and Neuromuscular Center’s Board of Directors.
When: Wednesday, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights
Cost: $30
Contact: (509) 326-1651
Secind Annual Golf Tournament
Proceeds benefit the Newport Hospital and Health Services Foundation. Lots of prizes and silent auction at the dinner following the tournament.
When: Friday, 1 p.m.
Where: Priest Lake Golf Course, Priest Lake, Idaho
Cost: $75, includes golf cart, range balls, 18 holes, and the traditional Tennis Ball Drive
Contact: Register online at www.phd1.org or call (509) 447-7928
Endowment Dinner
Presented by Spokane Civic Theatre, honoring longtime Civic supporters, Robert and Margot Ogden. Attendees will indulge in a meal, catered by Europa Restaurant and Bakery, and served on the Main Stage. Following will be a preview showcase of the musical lineup for the 2008-09 season, including numbers from upcoming musicals “Oklahoma!”, “A Christmas Carol,” “The Musical: No, No, Nanette,” “Godspell,” “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” and “Sweeney Todd.” Limited seating is available for those who wish to attend only the showcase, with dessert and one glass of champagne included. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 8.
When: Friday
Where: Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St.
Cost: $75/person for dinner and showcase, $20/person for showcase only
Contact: (509) 325-2507
“State of the Scotchmans”
Open house fundraiser with partial proceeds from the winery to help bring wilderness designation to the Scotchmans. Sponsored by Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness.
When: June 26, 4-7 p.m.
Where: Pend d’Oreille Winery, Sandpoint
Cost: Free
Contact: (208) 255-2780
Touch of Jazz Concert
Musical trio performance with proceeds to benefit charitable programs at the community center. Tickets required in advance, available at the center or Pend Oreille Pasta in Sandpoint.
When: June 27, 7 p.m.
Where: Memorial Community Center, 415 Wellington Place, Hope
Cost: $15
Contact: (208) 264-5481
Best Seats in Town
View the Fourth of July Neighbor Days Fireworks display from the roof deck patio overlooking Riverfront Park. Reserved parking is available for pre-purchase.
When: July 4, 8-11 p.m.
Where: Spokane Convention Center, 343 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $40/includes dessert with coffee and one alcoholic or nonalcoholic beverage
Contact: (509) 325-SEAT
NIC Foundation’s Really Big Raffle
Drawing held to win a 2,335-square-foot Craftsman-style home worth $300,000 on Marceille Drive in Coeur d’Alene. Purchase tickets in advance.
When: July 9
Where: Coeur d’Alene
Cost: $100
Contact: (208) 769-3271
Mozart on a Summer’s Eve
The theme of the concerts is “Mozart In Prague – from Vienna’s Castles to Prague’s Parks” with a program that includes Mozart, Krommer and Dvorak. Presented by Connoisseur Concerts.
When: July 15 and 16, 7 p.m.
Where: Manito Park, on the lawn east of Duncan Gardens, 4 W. 21st Ave.
Cost: $10-$25
Contact: (509) 325-SEAT
Battle of the Bands against Cancer
To raise money for Cancer Patient Care Spokane. Grand prize is 10 hours of recording time at a local studio. Other prizes will be awarded to runners-up. Cancer Patient Care will be on site collecting donations and handing out information. For applications e-mail: peterson_llyc@yahoo.com.
When: July 17, 4-8:30 p.m.
Where: Pavillion Park, intersection of Country Vista Drive and Molter Road, Liberty Lake
Contact: (509) 232-2510
Zak! Charity Open and Summer Celebration
Dinner and auction will be held Sunday; followed by the golf tournament on Monday at the Spokane Country Club. Proceeds will benefit both the YWCA of Spokane and the Rypien Foundation.
When: July 20-21
Where: Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights.
Contact: (509) 326-1190, ext. 154
“Climb to Conquer Cancer” Fundraiser
The first of what is to become an annual American Cancer Society fundraiser event. Teams of 10 to 15 members can either walk or run to complete a moderate five-mile hike while raising donations for their efforts. A Western show, barbecue and live music will follow the event.
When: July 26, 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Rockin ‘B Ranch at the state line just east of Liberty Lake
Contact: (509) 242-8308 or (509) 455-4351
Cost: $35/each