Spokane calendar

Today

Whitworth College lecture – 7 p.m. in the Robinson Teaching Theatre, Weyerhaeuser Hall on the Whitworth campus, 300 W. Hawthorne. Author Ronald C. White Jr., former chaplain and professor of religion at Whitworth, will present a lecture on his new book, “The Eloquent President: A Portrait of Lincoln through His Words.” Call 777-3275 for more information.

Free home improvement workshops – Offered at Home Depot stores. Workshops this month include: “You Can Install Laminate Flooring,” Tuesdays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Lay Ceramic Tile,” Thursdays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Have Fun With Color and Faux,” Fridays at 7 p.m.; “You Can Measure and Install Window Treatments,” Saturdays at 10 a.m.; “You Can Prep and Paint the Interior of Your Home Like a Pro,” Saturdays at 2 p.m.; and “You Can Use a Finish Nailer,” Sundays at 2 p.m. Call (800) 430-3376 or visit www.homedepot.com for more information.

Upcoming

Eastern Washington University Women’s Studies Center lecture – “Warning Signals of Fascism: A German Perspective,” presented by Karen Temple, M.A., Wednesday, noon-1 p.m. in the JFK Library auditorium, EWU campus, Cheney. For more information, contact Sally Winkle at 359-2409.

Reconsidering Access to Knowledge lecture – Presented by Robert Bullough, Ph.D. and author of several books on the development of teachers, Thursday, 7 p.m. in the Music Building Recital Hall, Whitworth College, 300 W. Hawthorne. Call 777-3229 for more information.

Humanist Focus Group meeting – Saturday, 8 a.m., Old Country Buffet, 5504 N. Division. Topic will be “Geology of Tsunamis: Civilization Exists by Geologic Consent, Subject to Change without Notice,” presented by Dr. Eileen Starr, geologist. Breakfast will be available for $7. Call 448-2516 for more information.

Introduction to Pruning and Care of Trees, Shrubs and Vines workshop – Saturday, 10 a.m.-noon at 963 E. 13th, and 1-4 p.m. at the Finch Arboretum. Presented by Spokane Tilth, and featuring instruction by Jeffrey Perry, arborist, city of Spokane Urban Forestry, Kirk Phillips and Gene Nolin. Suggested donation of $12; preregistration is required by calling 236-2402 or 325-6911.

Jane Jefferson Democrats meeting – March 9, 11:30 a.m., Old Country Buffet, 5504 N. Division. Contact Irene at 535-0171 for more information.

St. Francis of Assisi spring luncheon and card party – March 9, noon-3 p.m., 4420 N. Jefferson. Lunch includes: chicken casserole, green salad, sweet and sour carrots, assorted rolls, dessert, coffee and tea. Admission is $6; reservations are required by calling Mary Ann at 325-0015 or Stell at 328-7104.

Spokane Audubon Society program – March 9, 7:30 p.m., Riverside Retirement Home, 1801 N. Upriver Drive. Howard Ferguson, Department of Fish and Wildlife, will discuss Lewis and Clark and the flora and fauna of Washington 200 years ago. Call 448-3835 for more information.

Spirit of St. Patrick Party – A benefit for St. Margaret’s Shelter, March 11, 6 p.m.-midnight, in the commons at Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, 4000 W. Randolph Road. Includes Irish buffet dinner, frothy brew, prizes and dancing. Tickets are $45: reservations must be made by calling 358-4254.

Antique shops tour – Spokane Parks and Recreation Department tour of antique shops in Spokane, March 12, noon-4 p.m. Meet at Pioneer Park; admission is $13. Call 625-6200 for more information.

St. Patrick’s School Alumni Association 15th annual dinner and auction – March 12 at Gonzaga Prep, 1224 E. Euclid. Silent auction begins at 5:30 p.m., dinner and live auction will follow. Tickets: $25. Contact Marcia at 487-2830 for more information.

Discovery Shop Annual Collectible Appraisals – Two appraisers will be available to assess your collectibles, March 13, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Discovery Shop, 805 W. Garland. Cost is $10 for three items; proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society. For more information, contact Gail Wiprud at 928-5176 or e-mail wippengail@gbronline.com.

Inland Empire Cosmetology Association “A Hair Happening” – March 13, 1-8 p.m., Ridpath Hotel. Includes nail art, pin curling and finger waving, picture perfect evening make up, ladies and gentleman fashion hair cutting, and elegant evening hair styles. Admission is $5. Contact Jeanette at 838-8242 or 624-9451 for more information.

Spokane City Forum – March 16, 12:15 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar St. Topic will be “Ending Domestic Violence: Why the Entire Community Must Be Involved,” presented by Rev. Al Miles. Lunch will be served at 11:45 a.m. for $8.50. Registration is required by March 14. For more information, call 777-1555, e-mail spokanecityforum@yahoo.com, or visit www.spokanecityforum.org.

United Nations Association, Spokane Chapter lecture – “After the Cameras Leave: Post Tsunami Rehabilitation,” presented by Christina Santos, field coordinator for the CARE Action Network, March 14, 7 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 4340 E. Fort George Wright Drive. Call 624-3608 for more information.

Domestic Violence lectures and workshops – Presented by the Interfaith Council and Rev. Al Miles. “Taboo Issues of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault,” featuring the Spokane Community Gospel Choir, March 15, 6 p.m. at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2 W. Third; Free workshop, March 16, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 314 S. Spruce, registration is required; “Protecting Our Teens,” March 16, 7:30 p.m., Westminster Congregational United Church of Christ, 411 S. Washington. For more information, contact the Interfaith Council at 329-1410.

Good Works in Action Tour – Tour the House of Charity, St. Margaret’s Shelter, and St. Anne’s Children and Family Center, March 17, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Reservations are required by calling 358-4250.

Spokane College Women’s Association lunch and lecture – March 23, noon, Red Lion River Inn, 700 N. Division. Topic will be “Faith and Business,” presented by Rev. Gerald Zandstra, director of the Center for Entrepreneurial Stewardship at the Acton Institute, Grand Rapids, Mich. Admission is $12; reservations must be made by March 19. Call 466-2156 or visit www.SCWAspeakers.com.

Right to Life of Spokane presentation – Topic will be “Living Wills, Elderly Care and Euthanasia,” presented by Mark Hanley and Hillary Brown, attorneys, and Dr. Howard Platter and Anne Fruci, Right to Life, March 25, 7 p.m. in the Fireside Room at the Salvation Army, 222 E. Indiana. Call 747-6678 for more information.

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, call Jackie Henderson at (509) 685-6132, or Alva Palin at (509) 685-6133 or (800) 776-2178.