Social calendar
Cancer Patient Care’s Loreen Miller Bike Ride
15th annual event. Choose from 100-mile, 50-mile and 12-mile family ride. Registration includes a pancake breakfast, Qdoba catered lunch and a T-shirt. All proceeds support cancer patients. Check-in begins at 6 a.m.
When: Sunday. 7 a.m.
Where: Mt. Spokane High School, 6015 E. Mount Spokane Park Drive, Mead
Cost: $50/person, $10/ages 12 and younger
Contact: (509) 456-4400
YFA Connections Benefit Luncheon
Second annual event. Keynote speaker will be author and motivational speaker, Shawna Beese-Bjurstrom.
When: Tuesday. 11:45 a.m.
Where: Providence Auditorium, Sacred Heart Medical Center Campus
Cost: $25/ticket; $200/table of eight
Contact: (509) 532-2000, ext. 24
Lily Tomlin
Comedian. Performance benefits Planned Parenthood of the Inland Northwest’s education programs. Thursday. 8 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $60-$150, includes post show reception. (509) 325-SEAT.
Grape and Grain 2008
Spokane’s Premiere Wine and Beer Tasting event. Presented by the Spokane Advertising Federation, a nonprofit group that raises funds for advertising scholarships, fully supports and advises the Northwest District of Advertising College Students for the annual national competition, and sponsors a nationally recognized teenage drug awareness advertising contest, T.A.S.C., in the Greater Spokane area. Featuring more than 20 Northwest wineries and breweries, a silent auction and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets may be purchased at Vino! A Wineshop, Huckleberry’s and at www.spokaneadfed.com. Friday. 7-10 p.m., Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, 4000 W. Randolph Road. $30/advance, $40/door. (509) 325-0701.
Taste of Washington
100 Washington wineries and nearly 30 area restaurants.
When: Next Sunday. 5-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St.
Cost: $85
Contact: (509) 838-1229
GSAE Ninth Annual Golf Scramble
Sponsored by Greater Spokane Association of Evangelicals. Four-person scramble.
When: June 9. 7 a.m.
Where: Wandermere Golf Course
Cost: $75/person, includes lunch; $10/lunch for nonplayers
Contact: (509) 487-7429
Vanessa’s Promise Benefit Breakfast
All proceeds benefit the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. Hear from a family helped by the nursery and find out more about all that the nursery does for the community.
When: June 10. 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Where: Red Lion Inn at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive
Cost: Free, donations accepted
Contact: (509) 535-3155
Second Annual Golf Tournament
Proceeds to benefit the Newport Hospital and Health Services Foundation. Lots of prizes and silent auction at the dinner following the tournament. Register online at www.phd1.org or call.
When: June 20. 1 p.m.
Where: Priest Lake Golf Course, Priest Lake, Idaho
Cost: $75, includes golf cart, range balls, 18 holes, and the traditional Tennis Ball Drive
Contact: (208) 447-7928
Endowment Dinner
The first annual event is presented by Spokane Civic Theatre, honoring longtime Civic supporters, Robert and Margot Ogden. Attendees will indulge in a delicious meal, catered by Europa Restaurant & Bakery, and served on the Main Stage. Following will be a preview showcase of the musical lineup for the 2008-09 Season, including numbers from upcoming musicals “Oklahoma!”, “A Christmas Carol,” “The Musical: No, No, Nanette,” “Godspell,” “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” and “Sweeney Todd.” Limited seating is available for those who wish to attend only the showcase, with dessert and one glass of champagne included. Dinner at 6:30 p.m., show at 8.
When: June 20
Where: Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St.
Cost: $75/person for dinner and showcase, $20/person for showcase only
Contact: (509) 325-2507
Benefit for Brooke
A benefit for Brooke Blevins, former standout athlete from Ferris who recently underwent surgery to remove a brain tumor. A live auction and car show will be held at Consumer Auto Liquidators to raise money for expenses incurred during surgery and treatment. Light food/drinks served.
When: July 7. 7 p.m.
Where: Consumer Auto Liquidators, 10828 Highway 2, Airway Heights.
Cost: $20/singles, /$30 couples
Contact: (509) 879-2522
NIC Foundation’s Really Big Raffle
Drawing held to win a 2,335 square foot Craftsman-style home worth $300,000 on Marceille Drive in Coeur d’Alene. Purchase tickets in advance.
When: July 9
Where: Coeur d’Alene
Cost: $100
Contact: (208) 769-3271
Mozart on a Summer’s Eve
The theme of the concerts is “Mozart in Prague - from Vienna’s Castles to Prague’s Parks,” with a program that includes Mozart, Krommer and Dvorak. Presented by Connoisseur Concerts. Performances on Tuesday and Wednesday.
When: July 15-16. 7 p.m.
Where: Manito Park, on the lawn east of Duncan Gardens, 4 W. 21st Ave.
Cost: $10-$25
Contact: (509) 325-SEAT
Zak! Charity Open and Summer Celebration
Dinner and auction will be held Saturday; followed by the golf tournament on Sunday at the Spokane Country Club. Proceeds will benefit both the YWCA of Spokane and the Rypien Foundation.
When: July 20-21
Where: Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights
Contact: (509) 326-1190, ext. 154.
Climb to Conquer Cancer
The first of what is to become an annual American Cancer Society fundraiser event. Teams of 10-15 members can either walk or run to complete a moderate five-mile hike while raising donations for their efforts. A western show, barbecue and live music will follow the event.
When: July 26. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Rockin’ B Ranch at the state line just east of Liberty Lake
Cost: $35/each
Contact: (509) 242-8308 or (509) 455-4351
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.
When: Sept. 7
Where: Spokane Polo Fields, Highway 2, across from Longhorn Barbecue, Airway Heights
Cost: $150
Contact: (509) 624-0500
Caring for Kids Luncheon
To benefit St. Anne’s Children and Family Center and Morning Star Boys Ranch. Reservations required.
When: Sept. 16. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Where: Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Contact: (509) 358-4254