Social Calendar

Sun., Aug. 17, 2008

Summer’s Harvest Wine Dinner and Silent Auction - A fundraiser for CenterStage. Wines and presentation by John Allen of Vino; menu by executive chef John Schweitert of Ella’s; and live music by Abe Kenney. Reservations required through Vino! Today, 5 p.m., Ella’s Supper Club, 1017 W. First Ave. $85. (509) 838-1229.

KPBX Blues Cruise - Sail aboard the Mish-An-Nock on Lake Coeur d’Alene. Blues music by Too Slim and the Taildraggers. Benefits KPBX Public Radio. Boarding at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, cruise 7-9, Boardwalk Marina, Lake Coeur d’Alene aboard The Mish-An-Nock. $25, includes no-host bar, snacks and dancing. (509) 328-5729 or (800) 328-5729.

Feast with Friends - Progressive food and wine tasting; get to know local farmers, winemakers and chefs. Locally grown ingredients will be used to create delectable bites paired with regional wine tastings. Proceeds benefit Futurewise, to protect Eastern Washington’s farmlands and wildlife habitat and build sustainable communities. Sept. 4. 6:30-9:30 p.m., Arbor Crest Wine Cellars, Spokane Valley. $50-$100/person, $1,000/table of six. (509) 838-1965.

Northern Quest Casino Spokane All-American’s Charity Classic - Featuring Dan Dickau and Adam Morrison. Proceeds to benefit local Spokane charities. Sept. 4. 7 p.m., Gonzaga University, McCarthey Athletic Center. $15-$80. (509) 325-SEAT.

Summer Soiree at Beacon Hill - Features 35 wines from around the world, hors d’oeuvres, silent auction and live music by Nicole Lewis Quartet. Fundraiser for the Spokane Symphony. Reservations required. For more information, visit www.spokanesyphonyassoc.org. Sept. 4. 5:30 p.m., Beacon Hill Events, 4348 E. Wellesley Ave. $35. (509) 458-8733.

Feast of the Arts - A culinary experience showcasing five-course, gourmet dinner featuring Cougar-connected Washington wines. Held every Friday evening before home football games. Feasts will be Sept. 5 with Kelly Tucker of Reininger Winery; Sept. 19 with Ted Baseler of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates; Sept. 26 with Jeff and Vicki Gordon Brothers Family Vineyards; Oct. 17 with Scott Williams of Kiona Vineyards; Nov. 7 with Shane McKibben of Amavi Cellars; and Nov. 21 with Annette Bergevin of Bergevin Lane. Music and art reception including wine and hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m., dinner served at 7. Recommended attire is business casual. Visit www.feast.wsu.edu for menus and reservations. Washington State University, Todd Hall Dining Room 268, Pullman. $75, plus tax. (509) 335-DINE or (877) 978-3868.

Cobra Roofing Polo Classic - “Tents, Hats and Champagne.” Enjoy artwalk, live music, divot stomp, hat competition, silent auction, gourmet food and more. Benefiting Ronald McDonald House Charities. Gates open at noon. Sept. 7. Spokane Polo Fields, Highway 2, across from Longhorn Barbecue, Airway Heights. $150. (509) 624-0500.

The Scramble “Fore” Spokane Golf Tournament - All funds raised will be distributed to select organizations in the development and progress of art, music, literature and education in Spokane. Check-in at 7 a.m.; shotgun start at 8. Register by Aug. 29. Sept. 12. Indian Canyon Golf Course, 4304 W. West Drive. $100, includes greens fee, cart, and lunch. (509) 456-2172.

Tapestry of Art - Evening of dance, music and art to benefit Make-A-Wish Foundation. Sept. 13. 8 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $25. (509) 701-6557.

Caring for Kids Luncheon - To benefit St. Anne’s Children and Family Center and Morning Star Boys’ Ranch. Reservations required. Sept. 16. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $100. (509) 358-4254.

Fourth Annual Lutheran Community Services Golf Classic - Money raised at the event goes to Lutheran Community Services Child Welfare program, which provides counseling and support to children who have experienced a life-altering traumatic event. Sept. 18. 1:30 p.m., Indian Canyon Golf Course. $80/person, includes 18 holes of golf, cart rental, post tournament dinner and prizes. (509) 343-5053.

A Little Night Music - Heavy hors d’oeuvres, fine wine, auction and live music by Sammy Eubanks. Benefits the Women’s and Children’s Free Restaurant. Sept. 19. 6:30-10 p.m., CenterPlace at Mirabeau Point Park, Spokane Valley. $50. (509) 324-1995.

An Evening of Dessert with Frank Peretti - Fundraiser for Open Arms Pregnancy Care Center and Real Choices Clinic. Includes desserts made by the pastry chef at the Coeur d’Alene Resort, musical selections and a brief drama presentation. For tickets, visit www.openarmsevents.com. Sept. 19. 7-9 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St. $35/each, $280/table. (208) 687-6906.

Under the Tuscan Sun - 16th annual wine and microbrew tasting and auction, presented by East Adams County Healthcare Foundation, benefiting Adams County Hospital District 2. 6-8 p.m., silent auction; 8 p.m., live auction. Sept. 27. American Legion Building, 106 W. Broadway, Ritzville. $15. (509) 659-1376.

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