Temple to unveil Holocaust Memorial

Temple Beth Shalom, 1322 E. 30th Ave., is unveiling Spokane’s Holocaust Memorial next Thursday at 6 p.m.

The memorial was created by Simon Kogan, an artist who received his Master of Fine Arts in Moscow, Russia, and has exhibits worldwide.

Immediately after the unveiling, author Michael Gurian will speak about “A 60-year Journey of Courage and Spirit,” which will acknowledge the anniversary of the liberation of concentration camps in Europe during World War II.

For information about this event, call the temple at 747-3304 or Joel Lassman at 448-4578.

Benefit dinner

The 15 programs of Catholic Charities will benefit from the 26th annual Bishop’s Dinner Friday.

The dinner, which will be held at the Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave., will begin with a social hour at 6 p.m. and dinner will be served at 7 p.m. in the Georgian Room. The cost is $150 per person.

For information, call Catholic Charities at 358-4254.

Alternative religion church opening

The House of Hope is a new church of Centerism that focuses on metaphysical teachings for a new perspective.

The church will be holding meditative and healing services every Sunday at 10 a.m. in the Ancient Traditions Church building, 1928 E. Rich Ave.

For more information about this church, call Sarah Davis at 747-0800.

The National Day of Prayer

Driscoll Boulevard Church, 4815 N. Driscoll Blvd., will celebrate the National Day of Prayer next Thursday from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The congregation will pray for the spiritual restoration of the government, media, church, family and education.

For more information about this event, call the church office at 328-3394.

Bloomsday carbo-load and worship

Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St., will offer a Bloomsday Eve spaghetti dinner Saturday at 5 p.m. to help prepare participants for Sunday’s big race.

The cost of the dinner will be a free-will offering, and the proceeds will benefit the church’s youth group.

After dinner there will be a casual worship service.

For information, call the church office at 624-9233.

Bazaar and bake sale

Ancient Traditions Community Church, 1928 E. Rich Ave., will present a bazaar and bake sale Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Items for sale include crafts, cookies, breads and quality used items.

For information, call 981-5202.