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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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children/family

The Great Northern Idaho Grizzly Bear

Fall Family Fun Nights, sponsored by the Friends of Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge. All-ages program by Brian Johnson of Idaho Fish and Game. Today. 7 p.m., Kootenai National Wildlife Refuge, Environment Education Center (Barn), adjacent to the Refuge Headquarters, Bonners Ferry. Free. (208) 267-3888.

Hayden Library

“Yesterday’s Tomorrow: Past Visions of the American Future,” traveling exhibition developed by the Smithsonian Institution. Mondays-

Thursdays: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fridays and Saturdays: 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sundays: noon-5 p.m. 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. (208) 772-5612.

Creativity Clubhouse

The Fall Family Fun Series of free events on Saturdays, sponsored by U.S. Bank in collaboration with the Children’s Museum of Spokane. On Saturday, explore the amazing properties of bubbles with Bubble-ology. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., River Park Square, Skywalk Level. Free. 624-KIDS.

Family MACfest

Celebrating the “Soul of Mexico” exhibit with hands-on activities, music and dance. Saturday. Noon-3 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. $5. (509) 363-5330.

Rainy Day Workshop

For ages 5-12. Learn to make clays and stickers for the next rainy day. Sponsored by Spokane Parks and Recreation. Saturday. 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh. $21. 625-6200.

Story time at Barnes & Noble

The story is “If Elephants Wore Pants,” by Henriette Barkow. The Applebee Bee will pay a visit. Saturday. 11 a.m., Barnes & Noble, 15310 E. Indiana. 922-4104.

Story time at Borders Books

The stories are “How to Speak Moo” and “Sailor Moo Cow.” Saturday. 11 a.m., Borders Books, 9980 N. Newport Highway. Free. 466-2231.

“The Princess and the Pea”

Presented by Spokane Children’s Theatre. Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Sundays at 1 and 4 p.m., through Oct. 17, with evening show on Tuesday at 7 p.m. Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene St. $7/adults, $6/age 18 and younger. 328-4886.

Haunted Scarecrow Contest

Sign-up available Monday-Oct. 30. Prize money will be awarded to the winner of the contest, which will be judged on Oct. 30. Palouse Health Center, 235 E. Main St., Palouse. 878-8000.

Pipkin Family Puppet Theatre

Free puppet shows at Spokane County libraries. The King of Norway has a daughter, Princess Vivica. When she marries, she will move out and take half of the kingdom with her. The king has found a fleet-footed rabbit that can outrun anybody. He issues a proclamation: In order to marry the Royal Princess and become heir to the throne, the suitor must first bag the bunny. Foolproof, right? Until Trygve shows up and grabs the rabbit on the first try. So His Majesty changes the rules, a lot. Love, good manners and a clever fellow with the improbable name of Trygve win the day in this old Norwegian fable. Tuesday: Valley Branch, 12004 E. Main Ave.; Wednesday: Medical Lake Branch, 321 E. Herb St., Medical Lake; Thursday: Otis Orchards Branch, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave. 4 p.m. Free. 534-3516.

dance

Paul Taylor Dance

Internationally acclaimed, award-winning dance group. Thursday. 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum, Pullman. $12-28, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

farmers’ markets

Cheney Farmers’ Market

Fridays, 2-6 p.m. First and College, Cheney.

Chewelah Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Area growers offer vegetables, herbs, berries, flowers and fruits, as well as baked goods and preserves. 1/2 block east of Highway 395 on Webster Street, Chewelah. 935-4938.

Columbia Basin Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 7:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Entertainment by Quichua Mashis, the Ecuadorian pan pipers. Moses Lake Civic Park, Moses Lake.

Farmers’ Market at Sandpoint

Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., and Wednesdays, 3-5:30 p.m. Farmin Park, Sandpoint. (208) 263-2844.

Hope Farmers’ Market

Fridays, 3-6 p.m. Hope Memorial Community Center, Highway 200 and Centennial, Hope.

(208) 264-5481.

Kootenai County Farmers’ Market

Everything is locally grown and crafted. Saturdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Entertainment by Kathy Colton and the Reluctants. Highway 95 and Prairie Avenue, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 772-2290.

Moscow Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8 a.m.-noon. Friendship Square, Moscow. (208) 883-7036.

Newport Earth Market

Homegrown and handmade items for sale. Saturdays, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Centennial Plaza, Newport.

Northeast Washington Farmers’ Market

Saturdays, 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Astor at Main Street, Colville.

Spokane Farmers’ Market

Saturdays and Wednesdays, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Entertainment by Laddie Ray. Second Avenue, between Division and Browne. 487-6432.

festivals/fairs

Apple Festival

Come up to Green Bluff for apples, fresh-pressed cider, produce, live music, food, craft booths, antiques, farm mazes and animals. Saturday and Sunday. Green Bluff.

Oktoberfest, Old West

EWU Libraries’ annual fundraiser with live and silent auctions. Dinner provided by Longhorn Barbecue. Wine and beer tasting provided by Latah Creek, Knipprath Cellars, Coeur d’Alene Brewing and Northern Lights. Saturday. 6-10:30 p.m., Eastern Washington University, JFK Library, Cheney. $30/person, $150/table of six, $15/students. 359-2264.

film

“Stimulus”

Ski film presented by Schweitzer Mountain Resort and Rage Productions. Timothy Durtschi of Team Thirteen (voted most impressive overall performance in Superpark6 this past winter and has received an invitation to the 2005 X Games) will be there, as well as the Schweitzer Freeride Team. Film trailer can be viewed at www.ragefilms.com. Today and Saturday. 8 p.m., Panida Theater, Sandpoint. $8. (208) 263-9191.

“Attack of the Killer Tomatoes”

CenterStage hosts “The Worst Midnight Movie Series Ever.” Saturday. 1017 W. First Ave. $3. 747-8243.

Flicker Spokane Film Festival

Features small-gauge experimental film making. Films you won’t see anywhere else – animations, experimental, abstract narrative and non-commercial come together to create an exceptional celluloid (or dvd-oid) experience. Two shows: 2 and 6 p.m. Sunday. CenterStage, 1017 W. First Ave. $5. 747-8243.

“Forbidden Hollywood”

The smash hit live musical comedy of the movies. Wednesday. 7:30 p.m., Panida Theater, Sandpoint. $10/adults, $8/students. (208) 263-9191.

lecture/seminar

AARP 2004 Retirement Security Election Tour

Tour in town to urge seniors to get the facts and vote this November. The election RV is a specially designed recreation vehicle on a nationwide tour to help older Americans learn where the candidates stand on issues that affect retirement security, health care, prescription drugs, long-term care options and social security. Today. 10:30 a.m.-noon, Red Lion River Inn, 700 N. Division. Free. (206) 517-9345.

Yesterday I Collected Antiques Program

Local speakers will discuss antiques, and appraisers will evaluate the value of certain antiques. Doors open at 9:30 a.m. Saturday. 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Hayden Library, 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 772-5612.

“Being in the Moment”

By Bhante Seelawimala, a Theravadan monk and professor at the Institute of Budddhist Studies in Berkley, Calif. Sunday. 3 p.m., Spokane Buddhist Temple, 927 S. Perry St. $5/donation. 534-7954.

National Coming Out Day at UI

Philip L. Bereano, JD, a professor of engineering at the University of Washington, chaired a UW task force regarding gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues. Bereano will present “Out of the Closet and Into the Database,” addressing how to strike a balance between a person’s right to privacy and society’s need for certain sensitive, personal information. The University of Idaho will host other events throughout the month in conjunction with National Coming Out Day: films, workshops, a drag show and a pair of lectures. Monday. 12:30 p.m., University of Idaho, College of Law Courtroom, Moscow. Free. (208) 885-4212.

New Opportunities – Old Challenges?

Women, Welfare and Entrepreneurship. The transition from welfare to work is difficult, and one way to overcome challenges is to become self-employed. Sponsored by EWU Women’s Studies Center program. Monday. 2-4 p.m., Riverpoint Auditorium, 668 N. Riverpoint Blvd., Cheney. Free. 359-2847.

Any Accounting for Change?

Susan Marlow discusses female entrepreneurs in the profession. Marlow discusses findings that raise some interesting issues regarding gender discrimination. Tuesday. Noon-1 p.m., Eastern Washington University, Monroe Hall, room 207, Cheney. Free. 359-2898.

“Be a Clutter Buster, Not a Clutter Bug”

De-clutter your life with Valerie Squires. She’ll focus on time management and a technique called “zoning.” Tuesday. 6:30 p.m., East Side Library, 524 S. Stone. Free. 444-5375.

Female Entrepreneurs in the Professions

Gender discrimination will be discussed. Sponsored by EWU Women’s Studies Center program. Tuesday. Noon-1 p.m., Eastern Washington University, Monroe Hall, room 207, Cheney. Free. 359-2847.

How to Buy, Price and Sell Antiques and Collectibles

Sponsored by Corbin Art Center. Tuesday. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 507 W. Seventh. $12. 625-6677.

Wrestling With Manhood

“Professional Wrestling, Gender and Violence,” featuring documentary clips and speakers discussing pros and cons of this popular sport. Tuesday. 11:30 a.m., Spokane Falls Community College, Student Union Building, Lounges A and B. Free. 434-5149.

Contemporary Issues in Feminist Research

The Doll in Art and Literature. Nance VanWinkle of EWU Creative Writing discusses various writers’ and artists’ fascination with dolls. Sponsored by EWU Women’s Studies Center program. Wednesday. Noon-1 p.m., Eastern Washington University, Monroe Hall, room 207, Cheney. Free. 359-2847.

Drag Queens – Entertainment Shaping Our Culture

Hold on to your hats. This program features a drag show followed by a panel discussion with the performers. Wednesday. 11:30 a.m., Spokane Falls Community College, Student Union Building, Lounges A and B. Free. 434-5149.

Lewis and Clark Bicentennial Show

Program on the Lewis and Clark expedition and its historical impact on our region. Wednesday. 2-4 p.m., Hayden Library, 8385 N. Government Way, Hayden, Idaho. Free. (208) 772-5612.

Naked Lunches: Stripping the Pretense off Food- related Issues

Presented by Spokane Community College faculty and staff and other area experts. Weekly sessions connecting academic disciplines with the passion for food. Wednesday’s topic will be sports nutrition. 11:30 a.m., SCC Center for the Humanities, second floor of the Learning Resource Center, Building 16, 1810 N. Greene St. Free. 533-7382.

Nuts and Bolts of Organizing

Stephanie Swan will discuss how to get organized. Sponsored by EWU Women’s Studies Center program. Thursday. Noon-1 p.m., Eastern Washington University, Monroe Hall, room 207, Cheney. Free. 359-2847.

What Are Your Kids Eating? Food in Public Schools

Monthly panel discussion and friendly debate sponsored by Spokane Community College. Thursday. 11:30 a.m., SCC Center for the Humanities, second floor of the Learning Resource Center, Building 16, 1810 N. Greene St. Free. 533-7382.

Wine Tasting Classes

Learn about the history and geology, and explore the flavor differences influenced by many factors, taught by Dr. James Hoffman. Thursdays through Nov. 11. Proceeds benefit St. Luke’s. 5-7 p.m., St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute. $50/class, $200/series. 473-6746.

Women’s Lives, Children’s Futures and the Planet’s Hope

Milka Dinev, Peru representative for Pathfinder International, addresses the impact of Bush administration policies on the global reproductive health and rights of women and families around the world. Sunday. 4-6 p.m. Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture Auditorium, 2316 W. First Ave. Free. (509) 363-5330.

literary/poetry

Author Jan Brett

Her new children’s book is “The Umbrella.” Saturday. 4 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main. 838-0206.

Author Jim Deniston

Reading and signing by Mead High School teacher of his book “Bubbles, Spangles and Liverwurst,” a book of stories, poetry and reflections on his experience volunteering in downtown Spokane. Sunday. 7 p.m., Lutheran Book Parlor, 1414 W. Broadway. Free. 328-6527.

Author Rory Metcalf

“Wild Mind: A Fiction Reading with a Digression on Rebel Creativity in the Age of Commerce.” Sunday. 2 p.m., Hi Hopes Cafe, Hope, Idaho. Free. (208) 255-4410.

Author Gail Goeller

Local author of “Coming of Age With Aging Parents: The Bungles, Battles & Blessings.” Monday. 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main. 838-0206.

Author Robert Townsend

Regional author of “The End of Superstition: Science and Jesus in Harmony at Last.” Wednesday. 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main. 838-0206.

music

Breaking Free

A Grace Awakening concert, a Christian-based program especially for women. Music by Jami Smith with an opening band from First Christian Church. Today. 7 p.m., Panida Theater, Sandpoint. (208) 263-9191.

Open Mike Night

Poets, musicians, writers and listeners welcome. Come share your work and hear local talent. For all ages. Today. 7-10 p.m., Community Building, 35 W. Main. Free.

Symphony – Home and Abroad

Classics with conductor Eckart Preu, violinist Kelly Farris, bassoonist Lynn Feller-Marshall, cellist John Marshall and oboist Keith Thomas. Today. 8 p.m., Spokane Opera House, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $15-34/adults, $9/students (with student rush for $5 between 6 and 6:30 p.m.). 624-1200 or 325-SEAT.

UI Jazz Bands and Choirs

Presented by University of Idaho. Today. 7:30 p.m., Recital Hall, Moscow. $5/adults, $3/students and seniors. (208) 885-7212.

12th Annual Pacific Northwest Band Championships

Sponsored by Spokane Lilac Festival and Kalispel Tribe. Preliminaries from 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., finals at 6 p.m. Saturday. Joe Albi Stadium. Prelim or final: $8/adults, $6/students, seniors, free/younger than 6, $22/family of two adults and two students or seniors; combo tickets (both events): $14/adults, $10/students and seniors, $40/family. 535-4554.

Anthony Kearns

Member of The Irish Tenors, Kearns will give a solo performance to benefit Our Lady of Guadalupe School and the Missionary Sisters of the Holy Ghost. Saturday. 8 p.m., Spokane Opera House. $27-75, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

Donizetti’s The Elixir of Love

Presented by Opera Plus. Sung in Italian with English translations. Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. North Idaho College, Schuler Auditorium, Coeur d’Alene. $27.50-32.50/general, $18/students with ID. (208) 765-7780.

Mezzo-soprano Vernae Buck

Graduate School recital presented by the University of Idaho. Saturday. 8 p.m., Recital Hall, Moscow. Free. (208) 885-7212.

Pianist Andrew Hisey

Workshop presented by Spokane Music Teachers Association. Saturday. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Whitworth College Recital Hall. $30/general, $15/students with ID. 783-4913.

PK Dwyer

Not your average blues man. Saturday. 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main. 838-0206.

Queensrÿche

“Operation: Mindcrime,” the classic album, will be performed in its entirety with a “greatest hits” set opening the show. All-ages concert. Saturday. 7 p.m., Big Easy Concert House. $29.50, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

The Egerlander Musikanten

Brass band and singers from Germany will perform traditional German folk tunes. Light supper will be served at 6:30 p.m., concert at 8 p.m., dancing follows. Saturday. Deutsches Haus, 25 W. Third. $10, including supper. 325-1113.

Whitworth Faculty Recital

By Gordon and Sheri Jacobson. Saturday. 7 p.m., Whitworth College, Music Recital Hall. Free. 777-3280.

Wylie and the Wild West

2004 “Yodeler of the Year”. Saturday. 7:30 p.m., The Met. $22, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

Josh Ritter

Folk guitarist. Sunday. 7 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, Moscow. $15/general, $10/students with ID. (208) 882-4127.

Nintendo Fusion Tour

Featuring Story of the Year, lostprophets, My Chemical Romance and Letter Kills. All-ages concert. Sunday. 7 p.m., Big Easy Concert House. $19.50, TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

Saxophone Recital

By Christopher Parkin. Sunday. 4 p.m., Whitworth College, Music Recital Hall. Free. 777-3280.

T Minus 5

Contemporary a cappella group. Monday. 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum, Pullman. $8/adults, $4/students, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

The Tragically Hip

Canadian rock band. All-ages concert. Monday.

8 p.m., Big Easy Concert House. $29.50, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

UI Faculty Recital

With guitarist James Reid, presented by the University of Idaho. Tuesday. 8 p.m., Recital Hall, Moscow. Free. (208) 885-7212.

Men’s Night Out

Presented by Spokane Coeur d’Alene Opera, with Ann Fennessy and The Brent Edstrom Trio. Event includes a men’s Fall Fashion Show courtesy of Anderson & Emami Men’s Clothiers. Wednesday. 6 p.m., Far West Billiards, 1001 W. First. $40. 533-1150.

Karelian Folk Music Ensemble

Trio of singer/musicians from Petrozavodsk in the Russian Republic of Karelia sing in Finnish, Karelian, Russian and “Finnglish” and play a variety of musical instruments. Thursday. 8 p.m., Woman’s Club, Ninth and Cedar. $15. 624-1848.

Pianist Tony Padilla - canceled

Guest recital presented by the University of Idaho. Thursday. 8 p.m., Recital Hall, Moscow. Free. (208) 885-7212.

Stockholm Syndrome

With Karl Denson’s Tiny Universe. All-ages concert. Thursday. 7:30 p.m., Big Easy Concert House. $21.50, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

Roy Rogers & Norton Buffalo

Blues concert. Oct. 15. 8 p.m., Panida Theater, Sandpoint. $20. (208) 263-9191.

Seattle Symphony

Oct. 15. 7:30 p.m., Washington State University, Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum, Pullman. $15.50-23.50, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

Purcell’s King Arthur

Presented by Allegro’s ensemble of strings, winds, trumpet and harpsichord. Actors and dancers add spice to the performance. Oct. 15.

8 p.m., The Met, 901 W. Sprague. $10-23.

Symphony on the Edge

Oct. 15. 7:30 p.m., Big Easy Concert House. $18, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

shows/expos

Fall Antique Show & Sale

Annual fund raising event. Today: 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.-4 p.m. St. John’s Cathedral, 12th Avenue and Grand Boulevard. $5/weekend. 245-3107.

Business Expo

The “Stay Connected” Expo is designed for managers and computer staff and will explore ways to continue business operations in times of equipment failure or natural disaster. Today. 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Liberty Lake Internet Exchange, 23403 E. Mission. $25 (includes continental breakfast and buffet lunch). 688-2555.

Spokane Fall Home Idea Show

Find new ideas and products, gather information and talk to the professionals at more than 300 booths. Today: noon-8 p.m., Saturday: 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. $6/adults, $4/seniors, free/age 12 and younger. 939-8017.

Okanogan Valley Doll Show/ Sale

Meet doll makers, have your doll appraised, see demonstrations, enjoy a Vintage Fashion Show. Show benefits the Omak Public Library’s “Refurbishing Project” for the library’s public meeting room. Saturday. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., North Omak Elementary School gym, 615 Oak St., Omak. $3. 826-1820.

Bead Stampede

Eighth annual event. Oct. 15: noon-5 p.m., Oct. 16-17: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center. Free. (208) 676-9957.

Art, Antiques & Fair Trade

Regional art, antiques new to the Sandpoint market, jewelry, clothing, books, and fair trade goods from around the globe. Thursday and Oct. 15. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Oden Hall, 143 Sunnyside Road, Oden Bay, Sandpoint. (208) 255-4410.

things to do

Amazing Corn Maze

Three miles of path with three mazes, each with its own difficulty level. Enjoy all three for one price. Includes food court, family fun area with bounce castle, games and Harvest Time family photos. Thursdays: 4-10 p.m., Fridays: 4 p.m.- midnight, Saturdays: 10 a.m.-midnight, Sundays: noon-6 p.m. Bring two non-perishable food items and receive $1 off admission on Sundays. From I-90: Take Exit 299, head east to Stateline Village, travel north on Beck road, travel a mile past the Stateline Speedway sign. Prairie Road, off Highway 53. $6/ages 13 and older, $4/age 5-12, free/younger than 5. 242-2668.

Mock Impeachment

George W. Bush, Donald Rumsfeld, Dick Cheney and John Ashcroft for War Crimes and Subversion of the Constitution. Today. 7 p.m., Gonzaga University Law School, Moot Courtroom, 721 N. Cincinnati. Free. 838-7870.

An Intro to Latin Culture

With benefit dinners, Hispanic art, crafts, music and guest speakers from Spokane’s Hispanic community. Tonight’s theme is Caribbean, with Latin Festival on Oct. 15. All proceeds benefit El Centro de Spokane. 6-8 p.m., East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone. $10. 455-6706.

Barista Competition Exhibition

Support two locals as they prepare for the U.S. Barista Championships. Today. 7 p.m., Cafe Doma, 501 Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 665-0585.

Feast of the Arts

Four-course meals and wines presented by WSU School of Hospitality Business Management Chef Gene Fritz and students. Visit with alumni vintners from across the state, WSU’s finest musicians and vocalists. See art exhibits from WSU’s Museum of Art. Early reservations recommended. Today and Oct. 15. 6 p.m., Washington State University, Todd Dining Hall, Pullman. $50, including gratuity. 335-DINE.

Idle Wheel Fall Show

Holiday crafts, unique handmade gifts and home decor. Presented by Junior League of Spokane. Today: 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th. $4/all three days. 328-2801.

Donate-a-Phone

Spokane Falls Community College’s Associated Students group is collecting used wireless phones to champion the safety of domestic violence victims. Phones may be dropped off in rooms 125 and 127 in the Student Union Building #17, 3410 W. Fort George Wright Drive. Runs through Oct. 29. SFCC. 533-4197.

Celebration of the Arts

Presented by Eureka Arts. Includes an auction of works of more than 20 artists and craftspeople. Music, wine, cheese and snack foods provided, with a silent auction at 5 p.m. and live auction at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit the opening of Gold Mountains Gallery. Saturday. 5 p.m., Ferry County Fairgrounds, Republic. 775-2507.

Community Work Party

Held by Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge and Spokane Audubon Society. Groups will plant and maintain native saplings. Call in advance to register. A potluck lunch will be held; bring your favorite dish. Wear long sleeves, work pants, sturdy boots/shoes and gloves. Saturday. 9 a.m.-noon, 5 miles south of Cheney on Cheney-Plaza Road, left on Smith Road and 2 miles down gravel road to headquarters. 235-4723.

Cougar Family Fun

Pre-game entertainment with food vendors, kids’ activities, memorabilia, Cougar Marching Band concerts and pep rallies. Held 3 1/2 hours before kickoff on Saturday. Mooberry Track, Pullman. Free.

Fall Dome Home Tour

Open house of the fall dome home tour, including open houses across the United States. This 3,200-square-foot dome home is in Republic and known as Curlew Keep. Saturday. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., 1 Bremner Lane, Republic. (972) 818-0895.

Lake Chelan Crush

Harvest celebration hosted by Lake Chelan Wine Growers throughout the day. Six wineries will offer tours and hands-on demonstrations of traditional winemaking. Wineries include Tsillan Cellars, Lake Chelan Winery, Wapato Point Cellars, Vin du Lac, Chelan Estate Vineyards and Winery and Big Pine Winery. Saturday and Sunday. Lake Chelan. Free. (866) 682-8463.

Lions Train Rides

Enjoy the fall colors on a train ride from Ione to Metaline Falls, with rides at 11 a.m., 1 and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Ione. $10/general, $7/seniors and children ages 2-12. 442-5466.

Silverwood Theme Park

Admission to the park includes rides, attractions and shows. This is the last weekend before the park closes for the season. Saturday and Sunday. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 15 minutes north of Coeur d’Alene on Highway 395. $29.99/general, $18.99/ages 3-7 and seniors, $3/parking. (208) 683-3400.

Spokane Chiefs Hockey

Saturday vs. Tri City Americans (Buck Night: $1 Pepsis, $1 hot dogs, $1 popcorn); Tuesday vs. Lethbridge Hurricanes; Oct. 15 vs. Vancouver Giants. 7 p.m., Spokane Arena. $8-16, through TicketsWest, 325-SEAT.

Christian Singles speed dating

Open to singles ages 20-49. Reservations are required. Saturday. 7 p.m., Main Valley Library, 12004 E. Main. $10. 226-7674.

Fall Wine Dinner

Annual five-course dinner prepared by Chef Joseph Stiles with five incredible Northwest wines. Commentary provided by John Allen from Vino. Reservations required. Sunday. 6 p.m., 214 N. Howard. $60. 747-2004.

Washington Auctioneer’s Association Convention

Sunday and Monday. DoubleTree Hotel. $150/registration, $50/contest. 783-4676.

The Ruby Revelry

Evening of wine tasting, silent auctions and entertainment, sponsored by the Washington State University Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Allies Program. Tuesday. 6:30-9 p.m., Old Post Office Wine Cellar and Gallery, 245 SE Paradise, Pullman. $30/advance, $40/door. 335-8841.

Winefields of Italy

Learn the three ways Italians label their wine to know what you are in for, learn the difference between spumante and frizzante and enjoy a fun evening. Tuesday. 6:30 p.m., Niko’s, 725 W. Riverside. $30/person, $50/couple. 624-7444.

Winemakers Dinner

With Three Rivers Winery of Walla Walla. Menu includes pan-seared sea bass with grilled zucchini, rustic Tuscan white bean soup with portabello mushrooms, pan-seared breast of duck, and classic apple tartatan with Grand Marnier Creme Anglaise for dessert. Prepayment is required. Tuesday. 6:30 p.m., Luigi’s, 245 W. Main. $60. 624-5226.

Historic House Styles in Spokane

Three-day workshop meeting Wedesdays through Oct. 27, sponsored by City of Spokane Parks and Recreation Department. Learn about house styles such as the 1890s Queen Anne, the 1930s Tudor Cottage and Colonial Revival styles, and the 1950s Ranch style. 6:30-8 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh. $18. 625-6677.

Women’s Hearth Open House

The former Transitions Drop In Center celebrates its move to a new home. A program at 5 p.m. will honor the center’s women and many others who played significant roles in the dream. Wednesday. 4-6 p.m., 920 W. Second Ave. Free. 455-4249.

MAC College Night

Free admission for college students, faculty, their families and friends. View exhibits, take mini tour of Campbell House at 6:45 and 7:15 p.m., enjoy light refreshments, see an artist demonstration and listen to entertainment by the Mukogawa Ft. Wright Institute Taiko Drummers. Thursday. 5:30-8 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave.

WSU Spokane Graduate School Fair

Featuring graduate and professional programs from area universities and colleges. Thursday. 3-7:30 p.m., WSU Spokane, Health Sciences Building, 310 N. Riverpoint Blvd. 358-7528.