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Why It Makes Sense to Buy vs. Rent - Educational seminar at the following libraries: today, Spokane Main Library; next Thursday, 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.

North Idaho Fair - This year’s theme is Blue Ribbon Good Times. 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.

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Garden Gate Farms Lavender - Relaxing lavender farm featuring many lavender products for purchase. Open Wednesdays through 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, through Sept. 4. 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 7019 E. Day Mount Spokane Road, Greenbluff Farm #28, Mead. (509) 466-4236 or (509) 290-3874.

Tour of Ferris Perennial Garden – Free, Sept. 6, 6 p.m., Manito Park, Spokane. (509) 456-8038.

Fall Perennial Plant Sale - Presented by Friends of Manito. Members may begin shopping at 8 a.m., open to the public at 10 a.m. 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. Afterward, 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.

Sundays in the Garden - Tour and history of the Nishinomiya Japanese Garden. Sponsored by the Friends of Manito Park. Oct. 8. 2 p.m., Manito Park, Japanese Garden, 21st Avenue at Bernard Street. $5. (509) 456-8038.

Pets

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

Bonner County Rodeo - Classic rodeo events, plus a pig scramble, mechanical bull riding, arm sports and more at the fairgrounds.

Friday and Saturday. Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint. (208) 263-8414.

Koi and Goldfish Show - Saturday and Sunday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Riverfront Park, cafe meadow, just west of the carousel and interactive fountain. Free. (509) 924-7672.

Parrot Behavior and Training Workshop - Day-long 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.

Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Corbin Activity Center, 827 W. Cleveland Ave. $50 (includes lunch). (509) 209-4683.

Bonner County Fair - Activities include car show, exhibits, live entertainment. Aug. 23 through 26. Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint.

Free admission. (208) 263-8414.

Tux and Tails Dinner and Auction - Spokane Humane Society’s Seventh annual event.

Sept. 30, 6 p.m., Spokane Athletic Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. (509) 467-5235 ext.22.