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Arts/Crafts

Deck the Falls Festival - “The Not So Silent Night,” a children’s musical comedy, will take place today at 3 p.m. Metaline Falls, Wash. Free admission, $5/lunch, $10/theater for adults, free for children. (509) 446-4108.

Arts and Crafts Fair - Candles, Native American designed crafts, jewelry, photography and more. Today, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., 1981 N. Leclerc Road, Usk, Wash. Free admission. (509) 445-4033.

Bake Sale and Mini Bazaar - 8 and 10 a.m. Masses today. Proceeds benefit the Seminarians. St. Charles Catholic Church, Alberta Street at Wellesley Ave. (509) 710-0127.

Christmas in the Country, hosted by Two Women - Enjoy holiday refreshments and view antique, vintage and arts and crafts items. Meet folk artist Dianna Chelf, as well as several other local artists. Today, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 17909 S. Stentz Road, south of Spokane off Highway 195, Spangle. (509) 245-3444.

East Valley High School Winter Craft Fair - Benefiting band students. More than 50 local crafters selling jewelry, wood crafts, metal crafts, sewing and knitting crafts, candles and more. Today, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 15711 E. Wellesley Ave., Spokane Valley. $1 admission. (509) 226-1222.

Alternate Gift Fair - Crafts and live music. Benefits Hope House and the Second Harvest Food Bank. Today. 12:30-2 p.m., Unitarian Church, 4340 W. Fort George Wright Drive. (509) 325-6383.

Beginning Basket Weaving Class - Learn how to make your basket for the holidays. Please bring a small spray container for water and a pair of scissors. Tuesday. 9 a.m.-noon, Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $18, includes materials. (509) 535-0803.

Kris Kringle Market Craft Fair - Tuesdays, 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. through Dec. 20. Presented by Loon Lake Historical Society. Old Loon Lake School House, 4000 Colville Road, half-mile west of the junction of Highways 395 and 292, Loon Lake, Wash. (509) 233-2222.

Sustainable Holiday Fair - Gifts, workshops, do-it-yourself crafts, and local and online donations with handmade paper gift cards. Wednesday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Idaho, Commons Whitewater Room, Moscow, Idaho. 208) 885-7725.

Christmas Festival and Crafts Fair - Various vendors. Thursday. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Lakeland Villages, 2320 N. Salnave Road, Medical Lake. (509) 299-1825.

Breakfast with Santa - Enjoy breakfast with Santa, Mrs. Claus and the elves. Menu includes: pancake, eggs, sausage, juice, coffee and peppermint ice cream. Listen to a story read by Mrs. Claus, make arts and crafts with Santa’s elves and have your picture taken. Every child will go home with a gift from Santa. Two sessions are available to register for: Session 1/No. 7066, 8-9:30 a.m. and Session 2/No. 7067, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Registration is required. Please provide class number when registering. Saturday. Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $15/adults, $12 children. (509) 625-6200.

Christmas Craft Fair - Benefits a mission to Uganda, Africa, where we provide help for orphanages, schools, prisons and churches with medical and spiritual help. Saturday. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Assembly of God Church, 423 N. Lincoln, Sandpoint. Free. (208) 255-6858.

Church Dinner - Craft and Baked Goods Sale - Dinner includes a baked potato bar, fruit salad, ice cream sundae for dessert and drinks. Saturday. 4-8 p.m., Lidgerwood Presbyterian Church, 4449 N. Nevada St. $5/person, children age six and younger/free. (509) 487-9667.

Indoor Local Market - Saturdays, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., through April. Items include seasonal fruits and vegetables, homemade breads and pastas, a variety of meats, crafts and more. Saturday. Plaza Shops, 210 E. Sherman Ave., Coeur d’Alene. Free admission. (208) 415-0116.

Community Roots Market - This monthly market is held the second Sunday of each month and a “Buy Local” venue that celebrates the farmers, musicians, artisans and crafters that enrich our community. Next Sunday. 11 a.m.-4 p.m., 2015 N. Division St. Free. (509) 435-5210.

Christmas Lighting Festival - Activities include holiday music, sledding, food booths, photo opportunities with St. Nick and Father Christmas, and more. Dec. 20-21. Downtown Leavenworth, Leavenworth, Wash. (509) 548-5807.

Home/Garden

Christmas Tree Elegance - Benefits the Spokane Symphony Orchestra, presented by the Spokane Symphony Associates. Today, “An Evening with Eckart and Friends,” Isabella Ballroom, $10/door; Monday, Red Hat Luncheon, noon, $25, reservations required at (509) 458-8733; Friday, Macy’s Style Show and Luncheon (SOLD OUT); Saturday, Raffle drawing in lobby of trees. Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. $1/raffle tickets for trees. (509) 458-TREE.

Christmas Open House at the Valley YMCA Greenhouse - Enjoy the greenery, lights, music, refreshments, and Santa. Herb gardens, tropical plants, homemade crafts, and baked goods will be available. Friday-Saturday. 3-7 p.m., YMCA Greenhouse, 2421 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Free admission. (509) 777-9622, Ext. 250.

19th Annual Holiday Tour - Presented by North Idaho Bed and Breakfast Association. Visit www.NIBBA.com for a list of participating B&Bs and driving directions. Next Sunday. Noon-5 p.m., varies, Coeur d’Alene. Free, bring nonperishable food items for the food bank or a donation to the “Christmas For All” Fund. (208) 687-1269.

Christmas Home Tour - Tour of six beautiful homes, decorated for Christmas, to benefit the Healing Garden at Bonner General Hospital. Tickets available at Bonner General Hospital. Next Sunday. 11 a.m.-4:30 p.m., The Idaho Club, 151 Clubhouse Way, off Highway 200, 15 minute drive Sandpoint. $20. (208) 263-1441.

Animals

Sixth Annual Holiday Dog Party - All small breeds are welcome to benefit Dachshund Rescue Northwest. Please bring some potluck dishes with the plates, drinks and utensils to be provided. There will be a Christmas dog costume contest, dog games like Bobbing for Hot Dogs and lots of prizes. No reservations needed. No large dogs please and please pick up after your own dog. Today. 1-5 p.m., Lilac City Dog Training Club, 1612 E. Houston Ave. $5/person. (509) 796-2140.

Eagle Watching Cruise - All ages. Observe eagles in their natural habitat while taking a two-hour cruise around the northern bays of Lake Coeur d’Alene. Hot or cold drinks, hot dogs and other snacks will be available for purchase. Cruises will be held Dec. 20-21 and 27-28. 12:30 p.m., Boardwalk Marina at Lake Coeur d’Alene. $19/age 13 and older; $12/ages 6 to 12; Free/children age five and younger. (509) 625-6200.