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Today
Author Betty Hodges - Spokane author Betty Hodges will read from her children’s book “Jamie and the Haunted Lighthouse”; 11 a.m. Barnes and Noble, 15310 E. Indiana.
Block Party - Free hot dogs, ice cream and lemonade. There will be crafts, face painting and a jumping castle; noon-4 p.m. Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines. (509) 924-9750.
Combat Vet Riders POW-MIA Poker Ride - Fifth annual event. Registration from 9-11 a.m. Start at 11:15 a.m., ends at Dinki D’s, 18226 W. Main St., in Hauser, Idaho. Poker hands in by 5 p.m., route to be announced at registration. Raffle, live auction, 50/50, high-low poker hand and dinner. Pre-register at www.spokanevalley wear.com/cvrpow. Cheap Shots Bar and Grill, 6412 E. Trent Ave. $20. (208) 772-3616 or (509) 250-1795.
Fall Plant Sale - Perennials and houseplants, including fall color bowls and tropical dish gardens. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.; closed Sundays. All proceeds will benefit the Greenway Program. Valley YMCA Greenhouse, 2421 N. Discovery Place. Free admission. (509) 777-9622.
“Juvie” - Presented by Theater Arts For Children. Set in a juvenile detention center, the play depicts the life of kids that are scared, lonely and locked up. Some are drug offenders, some have killed and some are just misfits, although the set never changes, the “juvies” venture out of their cells to tell why and how they were caught. Content is PG-13. Shows are today and Sunday at 7 p.m. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E Broadway Ave. $7. (509) 892-5413.
Monster Truck Show - 2 and 7 p.m. at Spokane County Interstate Fair. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. 1-800-325-SEAT.
National Orienteering Day event - The Eastern Washington Orienteering Club will host events at Mirabeau Point Park in celebration of National Orienteering Day. Outdoor beginner course in orienteering starts at 11 a.m. Two formal classes – introductory and advanced skills – run from 9:30-11 a.m. 2426 N. Discovery Place. $5/outdoor beginner course, $14/formal classes (introductory and advanced). (509) 688-0300.
Spokane County Interstate Fair - Today, 10 a.m.-10:30 p.m., and Sunday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Admission at the gate: $10/adults, $7/ages 7-13 and seniors, free/age 6 and younger. (509) 477-2787.
The McManus Comedies: “Scrambled McManus” - Comedy/dinner theater written by Patrick F. McManus, starring Tim Behrens. Dinner at 6:30 p.m.; show at 7:30 p.m. Reservations are required. Rockin’ B Ranch, 3912 N. Idaho Road, Liberty Lake. $35/adults; $10/youth age 10 and younger (includes dinner). Not recommended for children younger than 6. (509) 891-9016.
Walk to Defeat ALS - Registration at 9 a.m., 3-mile walk starts at 10 a.m. Register online at www.walktodefeatals.org. Spokane North Lions Club will have a hamburger or hotdog lunch for $5 available. Mirabeau Meadows Park, 2426 N. Discovery Place. Donation. (866) STOP ALS (786-7257).
Sunday
Arbor Crest Wine Concert Series - Common Ground, variety current music; Sept. 26: Hot Club of Spokane, swing. 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 4:30 p.m. and end at sunset Arbor Crest Winery, 4705 N. Fruithill Road. $5/concert. Tables for eight guests may be reserved for additional $40 per concert. (509) 927-9463.
Demolition Derby - At Spokane County Interstate Fair. 4 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. 1-800-325-SEAT.
Spokane Valley City Council study session - Tentative agenda items include discussions on Community Development Block Grant funds, the Poe winter contract, a proposed SCRAPS license fee increase and chickens in residential zones; 6 p.m. Spokane Valley City Hall, 11707 E. Sprague. (509) 921-1000.
Wednesday
West Valley School District - The board of directors meet; 7 p.m. District Conference Center, 8818 E. Grace. (509) 924-2150.
Friday
“Hearts of Gold” Parade - Official kick-off for Valleyfest weekend. Watch floats, dancers, animals, classic cars and much more. Begins at Spokane Valley City Hall and continues west on Sprague Avenue to University Road; 7:30 p.m. Free. (509) 922-3299.
Just Between Friends Consignment Sale - Sept. 24-26. Gently used toys and accessories and infant and juniors fall/winter clothing. Saturday, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; and Sunday, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. (half price on Sunday). Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $4/Friday and Saturday, free admission on Sunday. (509) 536-2840.
Southeast Spokane County Fair - The 66th annual fair is a “Moo Di Gras” celebration Sept. 24-26. Check out the exhibits, vendors, food, livestock, carnival, live music and more. Next Saturday’s highlights include a pancake breakfast at the fire station from 7-10 a.m. and a parade at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday there will be a horse show in the ballpark and a 3-on-3 basketball tournament. Rockford Fairgrounds. Free admission.