Literary Calendar

Author Shonna Larkey - She will lead a hike along the school’s Story Trail, which features her book “A Hucklebeary Tale.” Families can hike the trail at 10 a.m. with Larkey, reading her book on laminated stands along the ¼-mile trail, and then participate in a build-your-own-book workshop that runs until noon. Monday, Saint George’s School, 2929 W. Waikiki Road. Free. (509) 466-1636, ext. 397.

Auntie’s Morning Book Group - Discussion of “The Nine: Inside the Secret World of the Supreme Court” by Jeffrey Toobin. Tuesday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

LifeStory Writers Workshop - With Charley Kempthorne, Class-size limited, registration required. Tuesday, 1-3 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, Gozzer Room, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315, ext. 426.

Writing Family History - Free workshop on writing memoirs or family histories. Registration required. Tuesday, 1-3 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Library, Gozzer Room, 702 E. Front Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315, ext. 426.

Auntie’s Evening Book Group - Discussion of “Tiger’s Wife” by Tea Obreht. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Dance Preschool Storytime and Craft - Dance along with some stories and make a dance wand. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

Spokane Valley Library Book Club - Discuss “Gertrude Bell: Queen of the Desert” by Georgina Howell. Wednesday, 2 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400.

Barnes & Noble Storytime - Listen to “My Monster Loves Me So,” by Laura Leuck and Mark Buehner. Wednesday, 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104.

Inland Northwest Writers Guild - Discuss the latest news about the publishing industry and pick up some pointers from established writers. Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

NOOK Simple Touch Class - Learn how to use NOOK Simple Touch. Thursday, 7 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 922-4104.

Author Larkin Barnett with Marcus Monroe - Movement therapist Barnett is joined by Monroe, a biofeedback and massage specialist, to explain exercises and concepts from Barnett’s book, “Practical Centering: Exercises to energize your chakras for relaxation, vitality and health.” Friday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, mezzanine, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Barnes & Noble Storytime - Story will be “Sunny Day.” Saturday, 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana Ave. (509) 922-4104.

Friendship Storytime - It’s National Friendship Week. Listen to stories that celebrate the gift of friendship. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.

“Red Knit Cap Girl” Storytime and Craft - Listen to a reading of Naoko Stoop’s latest book, “Red Knit Cap Girl.” Then make your own paper lanterns like Red Knit Cap Girl and her friends. Saturday, 1 p.m., Auntie’s at the Square, River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave. (509) 456-4775.

Author Jess Steven Hughes - Book signing of his historical novel, “The Sign of the Eagle.” Saturday, 1-4 p.m., All Things Irish, 315 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (509) 590-7316.

“Forget the Dog Days of Summer”- Palouse Country Cowboy Poetry Association presents cowboy poetry and Western music performance on the hillside behind the barn. Saturday, 7 p.m., Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown, Wash. $7. (509) 229-3414.