Culinary calendar

Sake and Sushi Tasting - Sample and learn about sake and sushi, provided by Aki. Sample six different sake: Momokawa Silver, Diamond and Pearl; Moonstone Plum and Pear; and Gekkeikan Sake; Saturday, 2 to 4:30 p.m., Vino!, 222 S. Washington St.; $10. 838-1229.

Strawberry Celebration - Pick strawberries Saturday and Sunday at Green Bluff. A map of orchard locations is online at www.greenbluffgrowers.com, Yoke’s Markets, local libraries or any of the participating Green Bluff farms.

Dinner at the Elks - A chicken fried steak dinner hosted by the Elks; Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Elks Lodge, 2605 N. Robie Road, Spokane Valley; $5. Karaoke will follow. 926-2328.

The Perkins House annual Ice Cream Social - Presented by the Whitman County Historical Society. Enjoy pie and ice cream while listening to the Snake River Six play Dixieland music Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Enjoy a tour of the Perkins House, visit the gift shop and view exhibits in the yard. Park in the Rosauers lot and enjoy a shuttle ride, presented by the Washington State University Draft Horse Club. Shuttle departs Rosauers at 1 and 2 p.m. and returns at 3 and 4 p.m.; 623 Perkins St., Colfax. Free, donations accepted. 397-3261.

Sunday Brunch on the Farm - Sponsored by the Rural Roots “Buy Fresh, Buy Local” campaign, Sundays through Sept. 11. Tour the farm and enjoy a brunch made from fresh produce. Reservations are required; please advise of dietary restrictions or food allergies when reserving. Greentree Naturals Inc, 2003 Rapid Lightning Road, Sandpoint. $35. (208) 263-8957.