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Today
Author Linda Lael Miller - Signing her newest novel “McKettricks of Texas: Austin,” the third in her modern McKettricks of Texas series; 2 p.m. Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 922-4104.
Comedians Devin Barber & Rheannon Hawkins - Clean comic Devin Barber brings his brand of humor to Squeaky’s Comedy. Co-headlining is Rheannon Hawkins who has a hilarious form of storytelling that is based in real life events. 9 p.m. Players & Spectators Casino, 12828 E. Sprague Ave. $5. (509) 924-5141.
Liberty Lake Pet Day in the Park - The Spokane Humane Society will have animals for adoption during the event. There will be a free Doggy Walk, entertainment and vendors. To view all animals currently available for adoption, visit www.spokane humanesociety.org; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 3707 S. Zephyr Road, Liberty Lake. Free. (509) 979-9996.
Pitch for the Cure Breast Cancer Walk - Benefiting the Eastern Washington affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. One-mile walk starts at the Hall of Fame Plaza and ends with each participant parading onto the field before the game. Breast cancer survivors will be recognized before the game. 6 p.m. Avista Stadium, next to Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $20/general, $15/ages 12 and younger, by July 9; $5 late fee after July 9. (509) 535-2922.
Sunday
Arbor Crest Wine Concert Series - July 18: Sammy Eubanks, county blues and classic rock; July 25: Nobody Famous, top 40/classic rock. No one under age 21, no outside alcohol allowed. Food available for purchase by Catered By You, outside food is also allowed. Concerts begin at 5:30 p.m. and end at sunset Arbor Crest Winery, 4705 N. Fruithill Road. $5/concert; punch cards availble for $40 for 10 admissions. Tables for eight guests may be reserved for additional $40 per concert. (509) 927-9463.
Hot Rod Car Show - Come see Model T’s, Model A’s and all kinds of hot rods. There will also be food, a dunk tank and a jumping castle. Music will be provided by 99.9 FM Coyote Country. Admission is free; 1-5 p.m. Good Samaritan, 17028 E. Eighth. (509) 924-6161.
Tuesday
Bingo night - Play Bingo the third Tuesday of every month for 25 cents a card; 7-8:30 p.m. McIntosh Grange, 319 S. First, Rockford. (509) 535-1165.
Calling All Writers (Fairfield) - Teens are invited to join in an afternoon of writing games. Bring your ideas and your friends. Snacks will be provided. Sign up by calling or visiting the library. 1 p.m. Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield. Free. (509) 893-8320.
Free Family Film Festival - Spokane Valley - July 20-22: “Rugrats in Paris” (G) and “Kung Fu Panda” (PG); Shows at 10 a.m. (two different theaters). Spokane Valley Cinemas, 14760 E. Indiana Ave. Free. (509) 922-2590.
Spokane Valley City Council study session - Tentative agenda items include a proposed motion on Greenacres Park, a discussion on the Neighborhood Center zone in the Sprague/Appleway Revitalization Plan and a report on the law enforcement interlocal agreement; 6 p.m. Spokane Valley City Hall, 11707 E. Sprague. (509) 921-1000.
Thursday
ALS Patient and Caregiver meeting - Sponsored by the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (aka Lou Gehrig’s Disease) Association Evergreen Chapter, Spokane Branch; 10 a.m.-noon. Valley Hospital and Medical Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave. (877) 201-3610.
An Evening Under the Stars - Benefits Spokane Public Radio. The evening includes catered food, wince, a silent auction and dancing to music by Hot Club of Spokane; 6-10 p.m. Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, 4705 N. Fruithill Road. $40/$35 Spokane Public Radio members. (509) 328-5729.
Community Appreciation Event - This is a free event for the entire family. Please join us for an evening filled with fun, food, music, games, children’s activities, local vendors, prizes and drawings; 4-7 p.m. University of Phoenix - Spokane Campus, 8775 E. Mission Ave. Free. (509) 327-2443.
Free Outdoor Movies - Spokane Valley - 9 p.m., “The Blind Side,” with Sandra Bullock, rated PG-13. Mirabeau Point Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Parkway. Free. (509) 688-0300.
Friday
Artists Loose on the Palouse Arts and Crafts Fair - July 23-25. Fourth annual event. Friday, 2-8 p.m.; next Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; and July 25, noon-6 p.m. Catered steak dinner Friday followed by live music by The Robinson Trio; a walking tour Saturday at 11 a.m.; and a free parade at noon Sunday followed by a classic car and tractor show. On Sacred Grounds, 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. (509) 747-6294.
Leisure Lavender U-pick – The farm is open for its annual u-pick July 23-25 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day; 3529 N. Lynden Road, Otis Orchards. (509) 927-0405.