Spokane calendar

Today

Engineers Forum of Spokane – In the Steamplant Grill, 159 S. Lincoln. Topic will be “The Adventures of Cpl. Dave Reagan,” presented by Reagan, Spokane County Sheriff Department. Lunch will be served for $11.50 at noon; program begins at 12:30 p.m. Call 244-3467 for more information.

Upcoming

Spokane Christian Women’s Connection Program – “Leisure Lavender Farm,” presented by Ron and Judy Seamen, Wednesday, 9:30-11 a.m., Shilo Inn, 923 W. Third Ave. Event also includes music, “A Bouquet of Songs,” and a presentation by former model and professional woman, Dianne Miller about spiritual awakening. Tickets are $12.50, includes meal. Contact Rosemary at 299-3824 for more information.

Jane Jefferson Democrats Meeting – Discussion on issues of concern for all voters, Wednesday, 11:30 a.m., Old Country Buffet, 5504 N. Division. Contact Irene at 535-0171 for more information.

Cheney Palouse Chapter of the Ice Age Floods Institute Meeting – Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., Room 137 in the Science Building at Eastern Washington University, Cheney. Topic will be Environmental Significance of the Ice Age Floods, presented by Dale Stradling, EWU professor emeritus and one of the chapter’s program and field committee chairs. Free and open to everyone. Call (509) 559-5818 for more information.

Suicide Prevention Walk for Life and Candlelight Vigil – Friday, 6 p.m. beginning at Franklin Park Shelter, corner of Division and Queen. Includes live music, speakers and free resources. For more information, contact the Spokane Regional Health District, at 324-1596.

Edible Plants of Turnbull Class – Saturday at the Environmental Education Center at Turnbull Wildlife Refuge, Cheney. Paul Decker will host a tour through the refuge and discuss plant life. Class size is limited; call 235-6448 to register.

Engineers Forum of Spokane – Next Tuesday in the Steamplant Grill, 159 S. Lincoln. Topic will be “City Update,” presented by Spokane Mayor Jim West. Lunch will be served for $11.50 at noon; program begins at 12:30 p.m. Call 244-3467 for more information.

Spokane Community College Geology Lecture – Yellowstone, Hot Spots and Mantle Dynamics, presented by Gene Humphreys, geology professor, University of Oregon, next Tuesday, 7 p.m. in the Lair-Student Center auditorium, Building 6, SCC campus, 1810 N. Greene. Free admission; call 533-8017 for more information.

Good Works in Action Tour – Tour the House of Charity, St. Anne’s Children and Family Center and St. Margaret’s Shelter, May 20, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and learn about Catholic Charities programs. Lunch will be provided; contact Scott at 358-4237 for reservations.

Turnbull Wildlife Refuge Bird Walk – Join Marian Frobe, noted birder, May 22, 9 a.m., on a tour of the refuge. Reservations must be made by May 21, contact Marian at 328-0621 for more information.

Spokane Kennel Club Dog Show and Obedience Trial – May 22 and 23, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. in Bay 1, 2 and 3 at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. Parking is available for $5. Contact Barbara Nelson at 328-7652 for more information.

Pet Fest – Visitors can choose from over 100 pets from local shelters and rescue groups that need loving and responsible homes, May 22, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. at the Spokane Fair and Expo Center, Ag A and B Buildings. Event will also include: auditions for Animal Planet’s “Pet Star,” 1-2:30 p.m., to register your pet call (323) 463-5040 or e-mail auditions@bradlachmanprods.com; appearance by Dick VanPatten, Natural Balance Pet Foods; pet magic show; wiener dog races; and a Nutro Dog Food dive for prizes sponsored by Toyota. Admission is $6/adults, free to children ages 12 and under, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Spokane Humane Society. For more information, call (509) 939-9698 or visit www.spokanepetfest.com.

Spokane Falls Community College Environmental Lecture – May 25, 11:30 a.m., Student Union Building Lounges A and B, Building 17 on the SFCC campus, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Dr. Presented by Conservationist and Environmentalist, Paul Watson. Admission is free, open to everyone. Call 533-4197 for more information.

Engineers Forum of Spokane – May 25 in the Steamplant Grill, 159 S. Lincoln. Topic will be “Talbot of Arabia: Six Years in Saudi Arabia,” presented by Ross Talbot, ARAMCO Services, retired. Lunch will be served for $11.50 at noon; program begins at 12:30 p.m. Call 244-3467 for more information.