Spokane calendar

Today

Survivor Citizen Action Team Meeting – meeting at 6:30 p.m. for survivors of vehicular assault and vehicular homicide from impaired drivers at the Greater Spokane Substance Abuse Council’s Prevention Center, 8104 E. Sprague. Meeting is open to anyone interested in the enforcement and changes of existing DUI laws and the education of DUI accidents, victims or nonvictims. Call 922-8383 or (208) 687-6996 for more information.

Upcoming

Community Colleges of Spokane Fall Conference: “Color Blind or Color Conscious? How to Reach a Future of Respect” – Wednesday, 9-11 a.m. in the Walter S. Johnson Sports Center, Building 5, Spokane Community College, 1810 N. Greene. Presented by Evelyn Hu-DeHart, professor of history and director of the Center for the Study of Race and Ethnicity in America, Brown University. Contact Sharon Jones at 434-5108 for more information.

Spokane Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon – Wednesday, 9:30-11 a.m., in the commons of Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, 4320 W. Owen Ridge Road. “Thrift Store Chick,” includes fashion show; live music by Mindy Shaw; and lecture, “In Good Hands,” given by Karen Gunderson, former teacher and secretary from Bellevue. Cost is $10.50, reservations are required by contacting Rosemary at 299-3834.

Hispanic Heritage Dinners – In observance of National Hispanic Heritage Month, the Hispanic/Latino Resource Center, “El Centro de Spokane,” will hold benefit dinners on Fridays, 6-8 p.m., through Oct. 15 at the East Central Community Center, 500 S. Stone. Events will include Hispanic arts, crafts, music and guest speaker, and each dinner will contain a theme and menu to reflect the diversity of Spokane’s Hispanic Community. Themes include: Mexican, this Friday; South American, Sept. 24; Central American, Oct.1; Caribbean, Oct. 8; and Latin Festival, Oct. 15. Reservations must be made five days prior to event by calling 455-6706.

Spokane Chapter of The Links Inc. White Rose Breakfast – Saturday, 8 a.m. at the Red Lion Inn at the Park. Topic will be “Strengthening the Family.” Reservations are required. For ticket information, call 466-2763, 928-4615 or 255-6013.

Building Pathways Free Workshop – Two workshops will be offered Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon and 12:30-3:30 p.m., in the outdoor center of The Green Zone, 210/222 N. Havana. Workshopswill give hands-on help to create a walkway, path or driveway without the use of concrete or asphalt, a method that allows precipitation to percolate through the soil, minimizing run-off and promoting water conservation. Reservations are required by calling the Washington State University Extension office at 477-2048.

Filipino-American Association of the Inland Empire Ladies’ Tea Party – Saturday, 3-5 p.m., 4024 E. 13th. Event also includes jewelry and accessories sale and a silent auction. Contact Debbie Cruz at 230-9080 for ticket information.

Sons of Norway Pancake Breakfast – Sunday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Sons of Norway Lodge, 6710 N. Country Homes Blvd. All the pancakes you can eat with scrambled eggs, sausage, juice and coffee. Cost is $4/adults, $2.50/children ages 12 and under. Call 326-9211 for more information.

Interfaith Council International Peace Day 2004 Celebration – Sept. 21, 6-8 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church of Spokane, 4340 W. Fort Wright Drive. Mark Peterson of KXLY will be master of ceremonies, evening also includes Egyptian food and multicultural entertainment. Reservations required by calling 329-1410.

Eastern Washington Civil War Roundtable Meeting – Sept. 22, 7-8 p.m. in the conference room at the North Spokane County Library, 44 E. Hawthorne. Activities include speakers and book discussion. Contact Rick Lionello at 994-5555 for more information.

Washington State Quilters, Spokane Chapter, Meetings – Sept. 23, 1 and 7 p.m. in the Commons at Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute. Guest speaker is Ami Simms. Cost is $7/nonmembers. Call 467-6480 for more information.

Ride the West All Breed Horse and Trade Expo – Sept. 24-26, Spokane Fair and Expo Center. Features Charles Wilhelm, Lynn Palm, Van Hargis and Linda Little Wolf. Call 466-9639 or visit www.ridethewest.net for more information.

Spokane City Forum – Sept. 29 at First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar. Topic will be “Children – A Second Rate Mandate,” given by Dr. Wesley Stafford, president of Compassion International. Lecture begins at 12:15 p.m.; lunch is available at 11:45 a.m. for $8.50. Registration must be made by 10 a.m. Sept. 27 by calling 777-1555, visiting www.spokanecityforum.org or e-mailing spokanecityforum@yahoo.com.

Hispanic American Society Luncheon – Sept. 29, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Club Fairchild, Fairchild Air Force Base. Call 244-2525 for more information.

Powderhounds Downhill Ski Team’s Ski Season Kick-Off Banquet – Oct. 1, 6:30-8 p.m., Corbin Community Center, 827 W. Cleveland. Potluck sponsored by the Spokane Parks and Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Services Division. Call 625-6245 for more information.

Self Defense Demonstration and Practice – Oct. 5, noon-1 p.m. in Room 207 of Monroe Hall at Eastern Washington University, Cheney. Gary Williams of Black Swan Academy will demonstrate techniques based upon a Medieval European martial art form known as the Pressas, which includes moves to stop an attack and give an individual a chance to escape. For more information, contact Carol Vines at 359-2898.

EWU Women’s Studies Center Lecture – Free lecture on how to get organized, Oct. 7, noon-1 p.m. in Room 207 of Monroe Hall at Eastern Washington University, Cheney. “Dare to Defy Clutter,” will be presented by Stephanie Swan, professional organizer and owner of Ducks in A Row. Contact Carol Vines at 359-2898.

Adult Literacy Programs – Education services provided by Rural Resources Community Action for Ferry, Pend Oreille and Stevens counties. Include English as a second language, adult basic education, GED preparedness, individual tutoring, family literacy and homeless/institutional education. For more information, contact Jackie Henderson at (509) 685-6132, or Alva Palin at (509) 685-6133 or (800) 776-2178.

Neighborhood Meetings – Held by the Spokane County Sheriff’s Office to discuss neighborhood problems and terrorism. Call 477-3055 for dates, times and location.

Family Identification Plan – Presented by COPS Northwest, offers IDs for all children and other family members at risk. ID packets are available at COPS Northwest on the first Saturday of every month from 10 a.m. to noon. Participants will receive a computer disk copy of their photo and a fingerprint card. A $1 donation is requested to cover costs, but no one is turned away. For more information, call or visit COPS Northwest, 2215 W. Wellesley, Suite D, Shadle Park Mall, on weekdays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 625-3336.

Free Home Improvement Workshops – Home Depot stores offer clinics through September. They are: “Power Tools 101: You Can Use a Miter Saw to Build a Picture Frame,” Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Decorate a Child’s Bedroom,” Thursdays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Update Your Countertop and Cabinets,” Fridays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Install Laminate Flooring,” Saturdays at 10 a.m.; “You Can Save Energy in Your Home,” Saturdays at 2 p.m.; and “You Can Have Fun with Color and Faux Painting,” Sundays at 2 p.m. Call (800) 430-3376 or visit www.homedepot.com for more information.