In brief: SCRAPS plans doghouse drive

SPOKANE VALLEY – Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service, 2521 N. Flora Road, is planning a doghouse drive.

As the weather gets colder, SCRAPS is in need and will be accepting new and gently used doghouses, to make them available to pet owners who may not be able to afford them.

SCRAPS also has spay and neuter vouchers available for individuals and families living in cities in Spokane County, including Cheney, Liberty Lake, Millwood and Spokane Valley. The vouchers, which available with the purchase of a pet license, will reduce the price of spay and neuter surgeries.

For more information call (509) 477-1967 or (509) 477-2984.

Celtic harpist performs Oct. 20

RIVERSIDE – Patrick Ball, a premier Celtic harpist and storyteller, will perform at the Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave., in the Georgian Showroom on Oct. 20 at 7 p.m.

Tickets are $20 for nonmembers and $15 for members. Reservations are required. For tickets and reservations and for more information call (509) 838-8511.