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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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“Dine Out to Feed Spokane” - Presented by the Greater Spokane Dietetic Association, to benefit Feed Spokane in celebration of National Nutrition Month. Participating Spokane area restaurants and dates include: Today: Percy’s Cafe Americana, 10502 E. Sprague Ave. ($1 donation per breakfast order); Natural Start Bakery, 1718 N. Hamilton St.; Staggering Ox, 14916 E. Sprague Ave.; Hill’s Restaurant, 401 W. Main Ave. Monday: Hay Jay’s Bistro, 21706 E. Misson Ave. Tuesday: Camino Real Mexican Grill, 1628 N. Division St. Also, Clinkerdagger, 621 W. Mallon Ave., $1 per Burnt Creme Trio dessert ordered through Monday; Deaconess Medical Center, espresso stand gratuities through Tuesday; Sawtooth Grill, $1 from every purchase of Key Lime Pie through Tuesday; and Thomas Hammer at Sacred Heart Medical Center, $1 per bag of “Dine Out” coffee blend purchased. (509) 998-5682

Wine to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure - $1 will be donated to the Spokane Chapter of Susan G. Komen for the Cure breast cancer research for each bottle of selected wine sold at Huckleberry’s Natural Market through Tuesday. Huckleberry’s, 926 S. Monroe St. (509) 624-1349

Art, Wine and Nibbles with NAWBO - Second annual fundraiser hosted by the National Association of Women Business Owners Inland Northwest Chapter. Event will feature John Allen of Vino, the art of Ryan Hardesty and refreshments. April 9, 6-8 p.m., Lorinda Knight Gallery, 523 W. Sprague Ave. $25/members, $30/guests. (509) 290-6999 to RSVP

Adventure Auction - Hosted by Friends of the Centennial Trail. Hors d’oeuvres catered by Two Cooks with Love. Wine and beer served. Benefits the Trail Builders fund to assist in filling the gaps in the Centennial Trail. April 10, 6:30 p.m., Dance Street Ballroom, 433 W. Dean Ave. $25/person, $225/table of 10. (509) 624-7188

Spring Charity Dinner and Auction - Celebrating the 25th anniversary of Children’s Village with an auction and buffet dinner, including silent and live auctions. All proceeds benefit the youth residing at the center. April 10, 6 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Inn, 506 W. Appleway, Coeur d’Alene. $48. (208) 667-1189

Wylie and the Wild West - Launching their new album, “Hang and Rattle.” Beer by Coeur d’Alene Brewing Co., pizza by David’s Pizza, silent book auction. Proceeds benefit the Spokane Public Library Foundation. April 11, 7 p.m., Downtown Library, 906 W. Main Ave. $50. (509) 444-5318 or (509) 325-SEAT

53rd Annual Armed Forces Persons of the Year Luncheon – Featuring keynote speaker Bonnie J. Dunbar, president and CEO of The Museum of Flight in Seattle, a NASA Mission specialist astronaut and veteran of five space flights. April 14, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $30. (509) 459-4108

Breakfast of Champions - Third annual event presented by The Chase Youth Foundation, celebrating the accomplishments of the Youth Commission, honoring champions of youth and raising money to support programs that empower the youth of our community. Featured speaker will be Marguerite W. Dondracke, president and CEO of America’s Promise Alliance. April 16, 7-8:30 a.m., The Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. $35. chaseyouthfoundation@gmail.com

Beans and Jeans Dinner Dance and Auction - Hosted by Palouse Habitat for Humanity. All proceeds will be used to build a house for a low-income family. April 17, 6-11 p.m., SEL Event Center, Pullman. $40.

SCRAPS Chocolate Festival and Auction - Fourth annual event with an array of desserts and wines to raise money and support for the community’s shelter animals. Live music, silent and live auctions, and a Parade of Pets with adoptable animals. Sponsored by Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Services. April 17, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Center Place at Mirabeau Point Park, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. $20. (509) 477-1967

Saxon Salute Wine Tasting - Benefits Ferris High School Senior All-Nighter. April 18, 7-10 p.m., Manito Country Club. $40/person, $320/table of eight. Tickets available at Vino, Roundtable Pizza, Sunny Buns and Salon Grande. (509) 448-4457

St. Mary’s 37th Annual Auction - “Erin Go Bragh” is this year’s theme. Silent table bidding at 4:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 6 and live auction at 7:30. Benefits St. Mary’s Catholic School. April 25, Mirabeau Park Hotel, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $45. (509) 924-4300

St. Michael’s Academy Auction Gala - “An Evening at the Kentucky Derby,” to benefit the school. Door prizes for best dressed couple and est ladies derby day hat. Silent auction 5 p.m. with complimentary champagne and hors d’oeuvres; dinner at 6:15 followed by a live auction featuring a classic 1966 Dodge Dart. April 25, 5 p.m., 8500 N. St. Michael’s Road. $30. (509) 466-9369