calendars

Pets

H.E.A.R.T. - Humane Evacuation and Animal Rescue Team monthly meeting is hosted by the Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service. Aug. 16. 6-8 p.m., Spokane Valley Fire Training Center, 2411 N. Pioneer Lane, Spokane Valley. (509) 477-2532.

Bonner County Rodeo - Aug. 18-19. Classic rodeo events, plus a pig scramble, mechanical bull riding, arm sports and more at the fairgrounds. Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint. (208) 263-8414.

Koi and Goldfish Show - Aug. 19-20. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Riverfront Park, Cafe Meadow, just west of the Carrousel. Free. (509) 924-7672.

Parrot Behavior and Training Workshop - Daylong seminar on parrot behavior and training presented by Barbara Heidenreich, a professional in the field of animal behavior and training. The workshop covers the basics of training, how to read and interpret bird body language, solving behavioral problems, training basic behaviors, training to benefit the health and welfare of your bird, training simple and advanced behaviors for fun and more. Aug. 20. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Corbin Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. $50 (includes lunch). (509) 209-4683.

Bonner County Fair - Aug. 23-26. Activities include car show, exhibits, live entertainment. Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint. Free admission. (208) 263-8414.

North Idaho Fair - This year’s theme is “Blue Ribbon Good Times.” Fair gates open each day at 9 a.m. Exhibit buildings open Aug. 23-26, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., and Aug. 27, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Carnival is open Aug. 23-26, noon-11 p.m., and Aug. 27, noon-8 p.m. Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Coeur d’Alene. $6/general, $2.50/ages 6-12, free/ages 5 and younger, $3/parking. (208) 765-4969.

Garden

Garden Gate Farms Lavender - Relaxing lavender farm featuring many lavender products available for purchase. Open Wednesdays-Sundays through Sept. 3. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Garden Gate Farms, 16510 W. Boone Lane, Medical Lake. (509) 244-0767.

Fleur de Provence Lavender Farm - This farm grows four different kinds of lavender, plus sells bundles of lavender, soaps, handmade wreaths and more. Open Thursdays through Sundays or by appointment. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 7019 E. Day Mt. Spokane Road, Greenbluff Farm No. 28, Mead. (509) 466-4236 or (509) 290-3874.

Fall Perennial Plant Sale - Presented by Friends of Manito. Members begin shopping at 8 a.m., open to the public at 10. Sept. 9. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Manito Park, maintenance yard east of Gaiser Conservatory. Free admission. (509) 456-8038.

River Cleanup - Pick up trash in High Bridge Park, Peoples Park and along the Spokane River. Afterwards, enjoy a festival with music, activities, environmental education for kids and numerous community groups. A bicycle corral will be available for those who bike to the event. Oct. 7. 9 a.m.-noon, meet at High Bridge Park, Riverside Avenue at A Street. Free. (509) 329-1410.

Home

Peaceful Valley/Browne’s Addition Walking Tour - Important settlements in the early days of Spokane. Will walk rain or shine and stop for refreshments along the way. Be prepared to walk up and down stairs. Saturday. 1-4 p.m., Park on the southeast side of Coeur d’Alene Park near Fourth Ave. and Chesnut Street in Browne’s Addition. $11. (509) 625-6200.

Estate Auctions - Owens and Co. will be auctioning antiques, home decor, glass and porcelain, art, dolls and more. Previews are the Friday before the sale from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., and Saturday before the sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday. 11 a.m., Owens Auctions, 14208 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 990-6488.

Why It Makes Sense to Buy vs. Rent - Educational Seminar at the following libraries: next Tuesday, Spokane Main Library; Aug. 22, East Side Library, Fifth Avenue at Stone Street; Aug. 29, South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. 7-7:50 p.m. Free. (509) 455-3470.