Social calendar
Death by Chocolate
Chocolate fountain with yummy treats, appetizers, wine, beer, music and auction items. Proceeds benefit Excelsior Youth Center, an agency helping youth ages 12-17 in their recovery from drug addiction, abuse, neglect and more, along with housing the youth and providing counseling, treatment and education.
When: Thursday. 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada St.
Cost: $20
Contact: (509) 458-4000
Breakfast of Champions
A fundraiser for the Chase Youth Foundation. Outstanding area youth and adult volunteers will be recognized as well as the achievements of the Chase Youth Commission and Teen Advisory Council. Registration required.
When: Friday. 7-8:30 a.m.
Where: Doubletree Hotel, 322 N. Spokane Falls Court.
Cost: $25/person, $250/Table Sponsor, $500/Entertainment Sponsor, $1,000/Red Wagon Sponsor, $2,500 Champion
Contact: (509) 625-6440
Children’s Village Charity Auction and Dinner
“I’m Proud to be an American,” fundraiser. Sponsored by the Children’s Village Foundation Inc. Proceeds benefit the youth residing at Children’s Village, a licensed, residential home for children who are homeless, abused, neglected or in need of therapeutic treatment. Live and silent auctions. Call for reservations. Visit www.thechildrensvillage.org.
When: Friday. 6 p.m.
Where: Coeur d’Alene Inn, 506 W. Appleway, Coeur d’Alene
Cost: $48/person, $92/couple, $400/corporate tables of eight
Contact: (208) 667-1189
35th Annual Gala Dinner and Auction
“Safari Night” is the theme.
When: Saturday. 4 p.m.-midnight
Where: Gonzaga Prep, 1224 E. Euclid Ave.
Cost: $90
Contact: (509) 489-6302
Aw$sum Auction All Stars
Dress in your sports attire, enjoy a fabulous dinner and auction. Presented by The Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce.
When: Saturday. 5 p.m.
Where: The Coeur d’Alene Resort, Coeur d’Alene
Cost: $100
Contact: (208) 415-0110
Coeur d’Alene Chamber Orchestra
Chamber Concert and Dinner presents “Almost Dinner and a Concert” featuring Oedipus Tex by PDQ Bach. Dinner consists of BBQ meatballs, finger foods, beverage and dessert.
When: Saturday. 6 p.m.
Where: Old Church Arts and Cultural Center, Fourth and William, Post Falls
Cost: $30/adults, $25/seniors
Contact: (208) 765-3833
Father-Daughter Dance
Second annual event to benefit Center Pointe, a non-profit organization that provides programming for the disabled. The theme is Rockin’ in the 50s. There will be a live DJ with dessert and picture included.
When: Saturday. 6:30 p.m.
Where: 1408 N. Washington St.
Cost: $25/couple, $5/additional daughter
Contact: (509) 325-5451
Executive Women’s Golf Association Dinner
The Inland Empire Spokane Chapter celebrates the opening of its golf season for women who are interested in playing golf for pleasure, fun, competition, and finding new golf friends should plan to attend.
When: April 17. 5:30 p.m.
Where: Manito Country Club, 5305 S. Hatch Road
Cost: $25
Contact: (509) 847-1567
Art at the Park Golf and Art Show and Auction
Local artists will display and sell their work at this one of a kind art show. Enjoy food from the renowned Max restaurant and entertainment provided by recording artist Chuck Dunlap. A no-host bar will also be provided. Proceeds from event will benefit the Spokane Chapter of Executive Women International. Tickets available at the hotel, State Bank Northwest, Spokane Fireplace & Patio, and Eyes for Life. Visit www.ewispokane.org. Executive Women International is an organization which brings together key individuals from diverse businesses for the purposes of promoting member firms, enhancing personal and professional development and encouraging community involvement. The Spokane Chapter of EWI was chartered in 1979.
When: April 18. 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Mirabeau Park Hotel, I-90 at Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley
Cost: $35/person, $60/pair
Contact: (509) 641-1954 or (509) 789-4341
The Lands Council Dinner & Auction
13th annual event supporting the preservation and revitalization of your Inland Northwest forests, water and wildlife. Reservations required.
When: April 18. 5:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights
Cost: $60/person, $375/table of eight
Contact: (509) 209-2851
Fashion in Bloom
Goodwill Industries of the Inland Northwest’s 24th annual fashion show, luncheon and sale featuring brand name apparel at Goodwill prices. Proceeds benefit Goodwill programs.
When: April 19. 11 a.m.
Where: Davenport Hotel, Grand Pennington Ballroom, 10 S. Post St.
Cost: $45/person, $420/table of 10. (509) 444-4382, reservations required.
Festival of Wine and Flowers
17th annual fundraising event supports the comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute provides to adults and children throughout our region. Enjoy fabulous cuisine, ultra-premium Washington wines and desserts. Bid on both live and silent auction lots of allocated wines, barrel tasting, gourmet dinners and more. Live auction at 8 p.m.
When: April 19. 6-10 p.m.
Where: St. Luke’s Rehabilitation Institute, 711 S. Cowley St.
Cost: $125
Contact: (509) 473-6099
L’Arche Spokane’s Annual Spring Dinner Dance
Proceeds benefit L’Arche Spokane, who makes a difference in people’s lives by helping to continue to provide loving, Christian homes for people with developmental disabilities and those who assist them.
When: April 19. 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: Gonzaga Prep, 1224 E. Euclid Ave.
Cost: $40/person, $75/couple
Contact: (509) 483-0438
Sister Cities Association Korean Banquet
The Spokane Sister Cities Association presents its second international banquet honoring its Korean Sister City, Jecheon, South Korea. Enjoy a traditional Korean meal and a short presentation about Modern Korea.
When: April 19. 6-8 p.m.
Where: Kaylon Garden, 2819 N. Division St.
Cost: $30/person
Contact: (509) 467-6108
Race for the Cure
5K or one-mile walk/run to benefit the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Survivor photo at 8:15 a.m. Sunday, race starts at 9 a.m. Registration required. Packet pickup, race expo and late registration at the convention center Friday, 5-9 p.m., Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., and Sunday, late registration and out of town packet pickup from 7-8 a.m.
When: April 20
Where: Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $25-35/general, $15/age 12 and younger, $25-$42/late registration.
Spokane Scholars Foundation Banquet
16th annual event honoring Spokane area high school seniors for academic achievement. Keynote speaker is Mark OConnor, fiddler/violinist/composer.
When: April 21. 6 p.m., reservations needed by April 14
Where: Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $30
Contact: (509) 838-8568