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Things to do
Military Families Food Drive:
Global Credit Union and Operation Spokane Heroes have teamed up once again to help support local military families in time for the holidays. All non-perishable items and cash donations collected will go to the Food Pantry located on Fairchild Air Force Base. All branches of the military and their families may benefit. Collections taken through Oct. 24. All Global Credit Unions. (509) 455-4700.
Greek Festival:
73rd annual event. Features Greek pastry, taverna, deli, and cooking demonstrations. Pastry and lunch available daily from 11 a.m., dinner served 4:30-8 p.m. Dine-in or take-out available. Souvlaki at the grill nightly from 4:30 p.m. and Saturday beginning at noon. Advance tickets available at the church, and also at City Ramp Parking Garage 430 W. First Ave., Santorini Greek Restaurant downtown at the Parkade, and at Arger Real Estate, 300 N. Mullan Road, Suite 204, Spokane Valley. Today through Sunday, 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1703 N. Washington. Advance: $12/adults, $6/age 12 and younger; at the door: $15/adults. (509) 328-9310.
A Roarin’ Bazaar:
Spokane Daughters of the Nile will host their annual bazaar featuring collectible jewelry, arts and crafts, Christmas booth, antique treasures, used books, puzzles, games, and baked items. Today, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., with lunch from noon-1:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Masonic Temple, 1108 W. Riverside Ave. Free admission; $7/lunch. (509) 624-3646.
Celebration of Life:
The community is invited for a night of great music, food, and to be involved in a great cause. Live music by Hockey, Ron Green and Celestial State. Benefit Candlelighters of the Inland Northwest, a non-profit founded to support kids with cancer and their families. Today, 5-11 p.m. The Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada. $15/in advance, $20/at the door. (509) 474-2759.
Community Fundraiser:
For One World Spokane Organic Community Kitchen and One World Everybody Eats Foundation. Enjoy great food, entertainment and silent auction to help raise funds for Spokane’s new organic community kitchen project. Today, 5-9 p.m. 1804 E. Sprague Ave. Donation. (509) 270-1608.
Fish and Chips Dinner:
Hosted by Elks Lodge. Reservations required. Today, 5:30-7 p.m. Elks Lodge, 2605 N. Robie Road. $7. (509) 926-2328.
Maternity and Children’s Consignment Sales Event:
Presented by Just Between Friends. Clothes, toys and furniture. Today, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Spokane Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $3/adults, free/children ages 12 and younger, good all weekend; free admission for all on Sunday and half-price sale on Sunday. (509) 536-2840.
Rockin’ B Dinner and Old West Family Show:
Enjoy a western stage show featuring the Riders of the Rockin’ B and Barnyard Supper. Menu includes: beef, chicken and ribs with barbecue sauce, and all the fixin’s. Today, 5-11 p.m. Meet at the Hillyard Senior Center, 4001 N. Cook St. $42, includes transportation, dinner and entertainment. (509) 625-6200.
Apple Festival at Green Bluff:
Large variety of apples, fresh pressed cider and pumpkins. Live music, food, craft booths, antiques, farm mazes and animals. Saturdays and Sundays, through Oct. 25. www.greenbluffgrowers.com. Green Bluff, 15 minutes north of Spokane.
Benefit Rummage sale:
To benefit the Robertson Family and Sally who is battling leukemia. Donations of usable goods and services are appreciated. Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Our Lady of Fatima Church, 1517 E. 33rd Ave. (509) 869-1043.
Canoe Paddle:
No experience needed. For ages 18 and older. Sponsored by REI, presented by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Saturday, 1 p.m. Little Spokane River. $18. (509) 625-6200.
Catch the Crush:
Learn about how we make wine, taste and sample something special, and relax on beautiful Red Mountain. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Terra Blanca Winery and Estate Vineyard, Red Mountain, Benton City, Wash. (509) 588-6082.
Fall Election Festival:
Sponsored by Bonner County Democrats. Music by the Shook Twins, food fair featuring local chefs, art activities, candidate visits and speeches, volunteer information, voter registration and absentee ballot applications. Saturday, 5-8 p.m. Bonner County Fairgrounds, 4203 N. Boyer Ave., Sandpoint. Free admission. (208) 265-7251.
Idaho Tree Farm Tour:
Annual Fall tour includes MMs. Jean Maucieri’s Tree Farm near Harrison and the Rusty Gate tree Farm. Participants should wear appropriate outerwear and bring a lunch. Saturday, 9 a.m. Meet at the Harrison Y junction of state Highways 3 and 97. (208) 667-4641.
Kootenai Cup:
All-day rugby tournament. Food and merchandise will be available for sale. Saturday, 9 a.m. Hayden Meadows Elementary School, 900 E. Hayden Ave., Hayden, Idaho. Free.
Lions Club Train Ride:
Travel along the Pend Oreille Valley Railroad’s track during this 20-mile round-trip, which takes approximately 1 1/2 hours. Reservations recommended. Saturday and Sunday, 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Starts at Lions Club Train Depot and runs to Metaline Falls and back, Ione, Wash. $12/general, $7/ages 2-12 and seniors. (509) 442-5466.
Little Spar Lake Hike:
Limit of 10 hikers. Moderate to strenuous 10-mile roundtrip to a lake in the heart of the proposed wilderness area. Call to register or for more information. Sponsored by the Friends of Scotchman Peaks Wilderness and Idaho Conservation League. Saturday. Bonner County. Free. (208) 263-4987.
Live Roller Derby:
Lilac City All Stars vs. Alberta, Canada. Pretty Deadly vs. Toothless Annies. Saturday, 7 p.m. Coeur d’Alene Casino Resort Hotel, Worley. $15/adults, $7/seniors and students. (800) 523-2464.
National Alpaca Farm Days:
Foothills Suri Alpacas is hosting the National Alpaca Farm Days. Meet and touch alpacas, learn about investing in and care of the rare Suri breed of alpacas. Select alpaca merchandise available for purchase. Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. 17005 E. Macmahan Road. Free admission. (509) 928-0299.
Out Of the Darkness Community Walk:
Proceeds will benefit local and national suicide prevention and awareness programs. Check-in and late registration will begin at 9 a.m. and the walk will begin promptly at 10 a.m. going 3.8 miles along the Centennial Trail. Registration for the walk is free and fundraising packets are available. Saturday. OShay’s Restaurant, 313 E. Coeur d’Alene Lake Drive, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 665-8829.
Spokane Chiefs Hockey:
vs. Tri-City Americans. Opening night and championship banner giveaway. Sponsors are Bud Light, Hagadone Directories and 93.7 The Cat. Saturday, 7 p.m. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $9-$17, TW.
Spokane Christian Singles Speed Dating:
For single Christians ages 20-49 on Saturday at 7 p.m.; and age 45 and older on Sunday at 2 p.m. Reservations required. Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. $10/first attendance, $7/thereafter. (509) 226-7674.
Spokane Gun Show:
Sponsored by Lewis-Clark Trader. Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $6. (208) 746-5555.
Tubbs Hill Cleanup:
Service clubs, school groups and community members are invited to participate in the annual cleanup. Starbucks will donate gloves, coffee and trash bags as well as $10 to the Tubbs Hill Foundation for each hour contributed per volunteer. Sponsored by the Tubbs Hill Foundation. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Tubbs Hill downtown, Coeur d’Alene.
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. Saturday, 6-8 p.m., silent auction; 8 p.m., live auction. American Legion Building, 106 W. Broadway, Ritzville. $15. (509) 659-1376.
Walk for Success:
Edgecliff SCOPE hosts its 11th annual walk. There will be games, music, free food, face painting and train rides. Spokane Indians mascot Otto and McGruff the Crime Dog also will be there. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Edgecliff Neighborhood Center, 6903 E. Fourth. (509) 477-6345.
Women Only Fall Paddle:
Sponsored by Mountain Gear and Rocket Bakery, presented by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Saturday, 9 a.m. Little Spokane River. $18. (509) 625-6200.
2008 World Tour of Gymnastics Superstars:
Featuring the U.S. Olympic team including performances by Paul Hamm, Morgan Hamm, Shawn Johnson, Justin Spring, Chellsie Memmel, Joseph Haggerty, Kevin Tan, Shannon Miller and Blaine Wilson. Music performances by Hannah Montana’s Mitchel Musso and recording artist KSM. Sunday, 5 p.m. Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $27.50-$79.50, TW.
Canoe – Family Fun Paddle:
For ages 8 and older. Sponsored by REI, presented by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Sunday, 1 p.m. Little Spokane River. $18/adults, $10/ages 18 and younger. (509) 625-6200.
Group Health Kids Bike Race Series:
Free community outreach event for children up to age 13. Parks participating are: Sunday, Mirabeau Park, near YMCA in Spokane Valley. Race Times are noon for age 5 and younger; 12:30 p.m. for 6-year-olds; 12:45 p.m. for 7-year-olds; 1 p.m. for 8-year-olds; 1:15 p.m. for 9-year-olds; 1:30 p.m. 10-year-olds; 1:45 p.m. for 11-year-olds; and 2 p.m. for ages 12-13. Free. (509) 328-9900.
Benefit Dinner and Auction for Hixon Family:
Wes Hixon was injured while serving in Iraq and now paralyzed from the chest down. The benefit will assist the family’s costs to travel to Seattle weekly and Wes’s journey home. Oct. 3, 6-7 p.m., social hour; 7-8 p.m. spaghetti dinner; 8 p.m., auction. Donation items welcome. Mirabeau Park Hotel, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $15/dinner. (509) 927-8834 or (509) 921-6856.
Log and Timber Frame Home Show:
Showcases fully-erected log homes on display, energy-efficient designs and fine craftsmanship. Educational seminars, live demonstrations, exhibitors of many home styles and accessories. Oct. 3-4, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Oct. 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $10/good all three days.
Signature Chefs Auction:
The March of Dimes Inland Northwest Chapter along with Spokane’s best restaurants present this third annual event combining signature food tasting with the excitement of a live and silent auction. Oct. 3, 6 p.m. The Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. $150. (509) 328-1920.
Festivals/Fairs
Cheneyfest:
Carnival rides, games, vendors, live music, karaoke nightly, Beer garden, mutton bustin’, kids pedal tractor pull races, military displays and activities held daily. Saturday: classic car show, parent/child and friends tournament and much more. Today through Sunday. Bi-Mart Arena (Cheney Rodeo Grounds), Highway 904, Cheney. Free admission and parking. (509) 235-6707.
Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival:
Celebrate the area’s spectacular fall foliage. Enjoy the grand parade at noon on Saturday. Continuous entertainment, food booths and activities for the whole family. Today through Sunday. Along Front Street, Leavenworth, Wash. (509) 548-0466.
Oktoberfest:
Presented by the German-American Society of Spokane. Enjoy imported beer and wine, traditional Oktoberfest food, dancing, and music. Reservations are encouraged. Ages 21 and older. Saturday, 6 p.m. Deutsches Haus, 25 W. Third Ave. $10 admission, not including food and drinks. (509) 325-1113.
Spokane Hamfest:
ARRL Washington State Convention, seminars, auction, prizes, swap tables, vendors, food; sponsored by eight amateur radio clubs. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. University High School, 12420 E. 32nd Ave, Spokane Valley. $5/general, free/ages 18 and younger. (509) 448-5821.
Wild West Rally:
Stage rally competition in the farmland around Pomeroy. Watch rally cars race against the clock on gravel county roads. Saturday and Sunday. Garfield County Fairgrounds, Pomeroy, Wash.
Children’s Renaissance Faire:
Hosted by The Friends of Manito. Listen to stories, design a Robin Hood or princess hat, and see Renaissance players in costume. Sunday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Manito Park, Meadow east of Duncan Garden, 1800 S. Grand Blvd. Free. (509) 456-8038.
Second Chance Extravaganza Dinner and Auction:
Faith and Environment Network will host this fundraiser. Doors open and silent auction bidding begins at 3:30 p.m. and dinner is served at 5 p.m. Tickets available at the Salem Lutheran Book Parlor, St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, at The Lands Council office, or by calling or e-mailing faithandenvironment@gmail.com. Donations of new or gently used items or services for the auction can also be made by calling (509) 868-9219 or amber_waldref@hotmail.com. Sunday, 3:30-7 p.m. St. John’s Cathedral Great Hall, 127 E. 12th Ave. $20/person, $50/family, $150/table of 8. (509) 838-4277.
Fall Arts Festival – Art From the Heart:
Sixth annual event presented by the Coeur d’Alene Arts and Culture Alliance. Features dance, music, theatre, film, visual arts and more. Visit www.artsincda.org/ArtfromtheHeart for a schedule of events and locations. Thursday through Oct. 11. Coeur d’Alene. (208) 292-1629.
Lecture/Seminar
Active Aging Week:
Free events include: Today: 1:15 p.m., Mayor Mary Verner speaks about “Spokane Today and Goals for Tomorrow.” Waterford, 2929 S. Waterford Drive. Free. (509) 536-2929.
Green Collar Jobs:
Join Riverfront Farm and the Green Collar Jobs Youth Corps, components of Project HOPE, as we explore the need for and opportunity of jobs and recognize the tragedy of the racism surrounding Hurricane Katrina from August, 2005. Today, 6:30 p.m. Riverfront Farm/Eco House, 2605 W. Boone Ave. Free. (509) 328-4540.
“Washington State Election Reform”:
By Sam Reed, Washington’s secretary of state. Monday, 9 a.m. Whitworth University, Hixon Union Building multipurpose room. Free. (509) 777-4263.
Engineers Forum of Spokane:
“Experiences in Communist Ukraine,” by Alex Klimok, from the Spokane Community College computer lab. He describes his family’s experiences in Eastern Ukraine during the Communist regime. Validated parking at the Diamond lot a half block north. Monday, lunch served at noon, program begins at 12:30 p.m. Steam Plant Grill, 159 S. Lincoln St. $15/lunch (not required to attend). (509) 244-3467.
“Blackwater: The World’s Most Powerful Mercenary Army”:
By investigative journalist Jeremy Scahill. Presented by Peace and Justice Action League of Spokane. Scahill, a correspondent for Democracy Now! and a writer for The Nation, is the author of “Blackwater: The Rise of the World’s Most Powerful Mercenary Army.” Tuesday, 7 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $10. (509) 838-7870.
Dean’s Dialogue:
A panel of Whitworth professors discuss national political issues as the November presidential election approaches. Tuesday, 7 p.m. Whitworth University, Robinson Teaching Theatre in Weyerhaeuser Hall. Free. (509) 777-4263.
UI Elliott Carter Lecture:
Jonathan Bernard, guest lecturer. Tuesday, 2:30 p.m. University of Idaho, recital hall, Moscow. $5/adults, $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-6231.
UI/WSU Elliott Carter Festival:
Pre-concert lecture by Jonathan Bernard at 7 p.m.; concert at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, Pullman. Free. (208) 885-6231.
“A Mind and Heart for Serving Rural Washington”:
By Marty Miller, an ’89 Whitworth alum and executive director for the Office of Rural and Farmworkers Housing in Yakima. Thursday, 7 p.m. Whitworth University, Robinson Teaching Theatre in Weyerhaeuser Hall. Free. (509) 777-3772.
“Geologic Evolution of the Columbia River System – How Flood Basalts, Tectonics and the Missoula floods shaped the Rivers of the Pacific Northwest”:
Discover how we can trace the Columbia River’s evolution over the past 17 million years through the record left behind in the basalt and sediment of the Pacific Northwest. Thursday, 7 p.m. Eastern Washington University, Science Building, Room 137, Cheney. Free. (509) 954-4242.
“Iraq War: Today and Tomorrow” Film and Lecture Series:
Thursday, presentation from Rajiv Chandrasekaran in AgSci 106. Chandrasekaran is the National Editor of the Washington Post and author of “Imperial Life in the Emerald City.” On Oct 3, Ellen Spiro will be in the Kenworthy Theater to introduce “Body of War” and answer questions following the film. Spiro has been a Guggenheim and Rockefeller fellow for almost two decades for award-winning documentaries. Thursday and Oct. 3. Moscow. Free. (208) 885-7725.
North Idaho Distinguished Humanities Lecture:
“The Latest from Washington: An Insider’s View,” presented by NPR and Fox TV news analyst Juan Williams. Event includes dinner, book-signing and lecture. Thursday. Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St. $45/general admission, $100/benefactor. (208) 345-5346.
Shows/Expos
McCall Fall Fashion and Bridal Show:
“Get Your Girl On!” is this year’s theme. Doors open daily at 11 a.m. Brides attend for free. There will be runway shows on the hour, starting at noon Saturday with McPaws Animal Shelter and the latest in doggie fashions. Various demonstrations on the half-hour will include sewing techniques, hair styling, and make-up trends. Tickets will also be available the day of the show or call restaurant. Saturday and Sunday. Holiday Inn Express/Hunt Lodge on Hwy 55, McCall, Idaho. $20 for a two-day pass. (208) 315-3191.
Spokane Gun Show:
Sponsored by Lewis-Clark Trader. Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $6. (208) 746-5555.
Combine Demolition Derby:
Ninth annual event. The Nezperce Lions Club sponsors this family style event. Sunday. Fairgrounds, Nez Perce, Idaho. $10/adults, age 10 and younger admitted free. (208) 937-2567.
Custer’s Fall Antique and Collectors Sale:
Oct.3, 4-9 p.m.; Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Oct. 5, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $6/adults, good all weekend, free/ages 12 and younger. (509) 924-0588.