Community events

Holocaust Memorial unveiling

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

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

Immediately following 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.

Orthodox Easter

Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, 12407 E. 16th Ave., Spokane Valley, will celebrate Orthodox Easter, or “Pascha,” tonight at 11 with a candlelight service.

For more information, call the church office at 891-7632.

Bloomsday carbo-load, worship

Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St., will offer a Bloomsday Eve spaghetti dinner today at 5 p.m. to help runners prepare for the big race on Sunday.

The cost of the dinner will be a free-will offering; proceeds will benefit the church’s youth group. After dinner there will be a casual worship service.

For more 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 today from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Items for sale include crafts, cookies, breads and quality used items. For more information, call 981-5202.

National Day of Prayer

• Driscoll Boulevard Church, 4815 N. Driscoll Blvd., will celebrate the National Day of Prayer on 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, call the church office at 328-3394.

• Moms of all ages are invited to join Moms In Touch International for the National Day of Prayer on Thursday from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at Eastpoint Church in the old Kmart building at Sprague and Sullivan.

For more information or to arrange child care, call Cindy at 922-2398.

Choir concert

Airway Heights Community Church, 12th and King, Airway Heights, will host the Ambassador Choir from Prairie Bible College in Alberta next Saturday at 7 p.m.

Admission is free. For more information, call the church office at 244-9343.

Alternative church opening

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

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

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

Christian singles

Spokane Christian Singles is offering two more opportunities to meet other singles.

Catholic and Protestant singles in their 20s, 30s or 40s are invited to a speed-dating session today at 5 p.m. at Old Country Buffet, 9606 N. Newport Highway. The cost is $10.

There also will be a Bloomsday barbecue Sunday at 4 p.m. at Mission Park, across from Avista Utilities. The afternoon will include volleyball and a potluck barbecue. Those attending are asked to bring their own meat to grill and a dish to share with everyone.

For information about either of these events, call the Spokane Christian Singles hotline at 226-7674.