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Farm Chicks Antiques Show - Features antiques, vintage objects, handmade goods and many vendors. Today, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/day, cash only. Children age 12 and younger admitted free. Parking is free. (509) 954-1692.
Carvers’ Rendezvous - Learn to carve, improve your skills or just have fun. Spokane Carvers is hosting a three-day event at the Spokane KOA on Barker Road. Featuring instructors from throughout the Northwest and exhibiting a wide variety of styles. Continues today, 10 a.m., KOA Campground, 13311 W. Euclid Road. $1 to $5 for wood. (509) 244-3467 or 467-3342.
40th Idaho State Button Show - Friday and Saturday. Hosted by the local Historical Button Club of Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington. Show theme is “A Berry Wonderful 40 Years” and will feature displays and sales of thousands of antique and collectible buttons dating from the 1700s to the present. Members judge the Button Tray Competition on Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with an evening dinner program on medieval buttons by Janelle Giles of California. Exhibit and sale Friday, 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact sckincaid@gmail.com or momofks@roadrunner.com for more information. Best Western Coeur d’Alene, 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $3. (208) 773-7528.
Relics Festival and Outdoor Market - Offering antiques, painted furniture, rusty decor, garden and yard flowers and planted pots. There will be music and food at this family friendly event. June 20, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Relics Vintage Market, 17325 E. Sprague Ave. Free admission. (509) 879-1414.
Home/Garden
An Evening with Pat Munts - Hear about drought tolerant plants for the region and how to be good stewards of your own backyard. Then shop the nursery with guidance from Munts and nursery owner Diane Stutzman. Reserve your spot by emailing vegesdal@inlandnwlandtrust.org or calling. Tuesday, 6 p.m., Desert Jewels, 9809 E. Upriver Drive. Free admission. (509) 328-2939.
Water Conservation Event - Held at the Emerson-Garfield Farmers Market. Friday, 3-7 p.m., Knox Presbyterian Church, 806 W. Knox Ave. (509) 389-0964.
Do-it-Yourself Minor Home Repairs - This is a basic repair class presented by SNAP’s Living Green program for those who have little DIY experience and want to become confident in tackling repairs. Participants receive an instruction manual, live demonstrations and a tool kit to get you started on your next project. Registration is recommended. Saturday, 3 p.m., Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 444-5390.
Spokane in Bloom Garden Tour 2015 - Sheltering Trees Garden, 523 W. 18th Ave.; Seasons in the Sun Garden, 1028 E. 33rd Ave.; Soulmates Forever Garden, 1216 E. 54th Ave.; Garden of Earthly Delights, 2717 E. 40th Ave.; Kindred Spirits Garden, 3620 E. 35th Ave.; Rhapsody in Green Garden, 1110 S. Denny Court. A bonus stop and chance to win a $100 gift card at Tower Perennials, 4010 E. Jamieson Road. There will be garden-related vendors. Barbeque lunch buffet available at an additional cost. Tickets available at any of the gardens the day of the tour or online at www.tieg.org. Presented by The Inland Empire Gardeners. June 20, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $10. (509) 535-8434.
Animals
Tea With Tucker Enjoy vegan tapas, shabby chic goodies from Goodwill and music. Funds generated from this special tea will be applied toward the creation of a peaceful animal memorial garden and a community vegetable garden at River’s Wish Animal Sanctuary. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.eventbrite.com/ e/tea-with- tucker-tickets- 15740285618. Today, 1 p.m., River’s Wish, 11511 W. Garfield Road. $55/one; and $100/two. (509) 951-3650.
Painting Fundraiser for Spokane Humane Society - “Furry Love” is a tribute painting to the animals. The whole painting can be customized. Proceeds from every seat will be donated to help out animals in need at the Spokane Humane Society. Donations in the form of dry pet food, kitty litter, peanut butter, pet shampoos, dog crates and carriers, hand sanitizer, toys, etc. are welcome and encouraged. There will be some furry animals at the end of class. Monday, 6:30 p.m., Pinot’s Palette, 32 W. Second Ave. $40. (509) 290-5098.
Kibbles 4 Kritters Fundraiser - Fourth annual pet food and supply drive, sponsored by Hot Rod Vaporz and Hood Revenue to benefit SCRAPS. All cash donations will be used for the care and medical expenses for abandoned, abused and neglected animals from the Spokane area. Donations can also be made at SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave. Requested items include: quality kitten and puppy food, washable pet toys, clay litter and litter scoops, large size Kongs, cat and dog treats, dog beds, cleaning supplies and forever homes. Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Hot Rod Vaporz, 1014 N. Pines Road. (509) 477-2532.
Band Together for the Animals - SCRAPS is hosting an animal welfare event to celebrate the first year of the Regional Animal Welfare facility. The day includes tours, door prizes, animal-related vendors and more. Saturday, 10 a.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave. Free. (509) 477-2532.
Parade of Paws - A two- or four-mile pledge walk to benefit the animals at the Spokane Humane Society. Day of event registration starts at 8 a.m. Early registration June 19, noon-7 p.m. Collect pledges from family, friends, co-workers and anyone else. Virtual walkers are also welcome. Prizes are available for teams and individuals raising the most funds. June 20, 10 a.m., Spokane Humane Society, 6607 N. Havana St. (509) 467-5235, ext. 211.
Come Feed the Buffalo - Through Sept. 30. Come take a tour at Win-Tur Bison Farm. Gifts, souvenirs, leather goods, jewelry and more are available at the farm gift shop. Groups welcome. Cash or check only. No pets. Tours are Fridays-Sundays on the hour between noon and 4 p.m., Win-Tur Bison Farm, 4742 Highway 231, Springdale, Wash. $5-$6. (509) 258-6717.