garden calendar

Wed., Nov. 23, 2005

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Mike’s Hike for the Perfect Christmas Tree – Join outdoor recreation leader Mike Aho in the Colville National Forest to choose the perfect holiday tree. Two trips leaving from the Corbin Art Center, 10 a.m. , returning at 4 p.m. Dec. 3-4. 507 W. Seventh Ave. 625-6200.

Holiday Open House – Featuring an outstanding display of holiday lights and plants. Dec. 9-18. 4-7:30 p.m., Gaiser Conservatory, Manito Park, 4 W. 21st Ave. Free. 456-8038.

28th Annual Home & Yard Show – Presented by Jim Custer Enterprises, this year’s event features displays and demonstrations of home- and yard-related products, services and improvements. Included is a special attraction of flowers, trees and waterfalls. Feb. 23, noon-9 p.m., Feb 24, noon-8 p.m.; Feb. 25. 10 a.m.-8 p.m., and Feb. 26. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Spokane County Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $6; kids 12 and under, free. 924-0588.

Garden Expo 2006 – Over 200 garden-related vendors will be at this expo presented by the Inland Empire Gardeners. May 13. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Community College Lair, 1810 N. Greene St. 535-8434.

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