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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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Funky Junk Antique Show and Crafts Market – Today, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Irish Dance Hall, 8216 E. Big Meadows Road (Highway 2 north, turn right on Elk-Chattaroy Road, veer right onto Big Meadows), in Chattaroy. $2 (good both days); free/age 12 and younger. Train ride tickets available for the minirailroad. (509) 869-5097

Spokane Handweavers Guild - Sarah Swett, a tapestry artist, weaver, spinner and knitter from Moscow, Idaho, will show and discuss examples of her work. Tuesday, 6 p.m., St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. Free; refreshments served.

Doll Show and Sale - Antique, collectible and modern dolls, bears, clothes and accessories, hosted by the Lilac City Doll Club. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Washington Army National Guard Readiness Center, 1626 N. Rebecca St. $5 (free/ages 11 and younger). (509) 327-5294

Vegetable Gardening 101 - Pick up gardening tips from Steve Nokes, a Spokane County-WSU Master Gardener, and get ready to harvest vegetables from your own backyard. Today, 1 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

“Wings of Beauty”- Learn about the natural history of butterflies, butterfly gardening and identification of butterflies in the Spokane area with Idie Ulsh, founding president of the Washington Butterfly Association. All ages welcome. Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m., WSU Spokane County Extension, 222 N. Havana St. Free; preregistration required by Monday. (509) 477-2048.

Arbor Day in Hillyard - Sponsored by the Hillyard Merchant Committee. Stop by any participating business (look for a tree in the window) and receive a free seedling to help celebrate Arbor Day. Wednesday-April 23, 5000 block of North Market Street. (509) 487-1138

Attracting Birds and Butterflies to Your Garden - With Eva Lusk, Master Gardener and native plant expert. Wednesday, 6-8 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $15; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200

Gardening Classes at Post Falls Library - Thursday, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Hardy Roses. Post Falls Library, 812 N. Spokane St., Post Falls. Food bank donations for people or pets accepted. (208) 773-1506, ext. 23

Drip Irrigation Installation Class - Sponsored by WSU Pend Oreille County Extension, Little Spokane Water Smart Alliance and the Kalispel Tripe Department of Natural Resources through the Sense of Place program. Dave Cassel, consulting engineer and WSU Pend Oreille County Extension Master Gardener, and WSU Extension Water Smart Outreach Coordinator Dixie Chichester will discuss how to install this efficient irrigation system. Class will include an outdoor tour of the drip systems used at the Master Gardener’s Waterwise Demonstration Garden. Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., CREATE Place, 900 W. Fourth Ave., Newport, Wash. Free; registration recommended. (509) 447-2401

Premier Home Improvement Show - Presented by the Spokane Home Builders Association and sponsored by Pro-Build. Friday-April 17, noon-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. $7/adults, free/12 and under (discount tickets available onsite and in other promotions). (509) 532-4990, www.spokanespremiershow.com

Lighting Q&A - Learn about transitioning to LED lighting, energy-efficient lighting options and more with Beth Pece, of Escent Lighting. Saturday., 1-3 p.m., Sun People Dry Goods Co., 32 W. Second Ave., Suite 200. Free. (509) 368-9378

Pullman Spring Cleanup - Sponsored by the City of Pullman and Pullman Disposal Service. Dispose of clutter in your garage and around the house including general trash, appliances, vegetation, up to 12 tires (no rims, truck or tractor tires), and any recyclables for a reduced rate. Items should be separated into vegetation, yard waste, recyclables and tires (no hazardous waste, paint or household refuse). Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Pullman Disposal, 135 NW Harold Drive, off Wawawai Road, Pullman. (509) 338-3228

Inland Empire Bonsai Society - Demonstration and display, part of Japan Week. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., River Park Square, Kress Gallery, third floor, 808 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 230-4891

Inland Empire Water Garden and Koi Society - Baby koi tank, coloring table and information, part of Japan Week. Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 747-5333

Green Thumb 101: Bedding Plants in Baskets or Bowls - Presented by the University of Idaho Plant and Soil Science Club. Learn the basics of growing annual plants and design your own hanging basket or planter bowl to take home. Saturday. 11 a.m., University of Idaho, Campus Greenhouses across from Wallace Residence Center, 1104 W. Sixth St., Moscow. $9; register at john8594@vandals.uidaho.edu.

Animals

Horse Show - Open schooling show for all breeds and show levels. Today, 8:30 a.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St.. $7/class ($1 off per class with nonperishable food donation). (509) 951-8053

Intro to Dog Park Etiquette - Learn owner responsibilities and how to manage your dog at the park. For handlers ages 16 and older and dogs 6 months and older. April 17, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., SpokAnimal Dog Park at High Bridge, Riverside and A Street $15, proceeds will be donated to SpokAnimal. Preregistration required. (509) 625-6200

SCRAPS Chocolate Festival and Auction - Sixth annual event to raise funds for SCRAPS programs including the Animal Medical Fund and the Behavioral Program, with chocolates and desserts, silent and live auctions and the Parade of Pets. April 29, 6-9:30 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Bay Three, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $25/by Friday, $30/after (must be 21 or older). (509) 477-2760