Inside this week’s issue

Treasure trove awaits
You never know what you’ll find at the
Flea Market.
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Built for precision
Construct a sturdy workbench and make it the centerpiece of your shop.
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Bayview beauty
A lovely Victorian highlights North Idaho’s Holiday Bed and Breakfast Tour.
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Looking like Christmas
Downtown Spokane Partnership is dressing up for the holidays.
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Keeping it real
Gardening columnist Pat Munts says
a live Christmas tree is the way to go.
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Nutrition for your garden
Think twice before throwing out coffee grounds. Your garden would welcome them.
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Colorful accent
Gardener’s Notebook examines the always stunning red maple.
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Music and scenery
The Allegro concert series combines 19th century compositions and a historic home.
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Mark your calendars
Check our comprehensive lists for home, garden, farmers’ markets and pets.
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