Social calendar
Turnbull Benefit Auction
For Turnbull Refuge Environmental Education Program, which teaches children the importance of environmental awareness and conservation. Hors d’oeuvres, raffle tickets and no-host bar.
When: Today. 1-4 p.m.
Where: Northern Quest Casino 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights
Cost: $25
Contact: (509) 235-2760
Adopt-A-Minefield
Night of a Thousand Dinners Potluck. Bring food to share and a donation for landmine removal programs. Hosted by the Spokane chapter of the United Nations Association.
When: Monday. 5:30 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Church of Spokane, 4340 W. Fort George Wright Drive
Cost: $10 donation suggested
Contact: (509) 747-2407.
Goodwill’s Annual Awards and Recognition Night
“Celebrating Independence” to salute those who have achieved independence with Goodwill’s help and those who have made it possible. Buffet dinner and program.
When: Thursday. 5:45 p.m.
Where: Red Lion Hotel at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive.
Cost: $40
Contact: (509) 444-4382.
Casablanca Revisited Gala
Eighth Annual Alzheimer’s Association fundraiser. Hors d’oeuvres, entertainment and silent auction at 5:30 p.m., elegant dinner at 7, and live auction at 8. Black tie optional, reservations required.
When: Friday
Where: Northern Quest Casino 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights
Cost: $75
Contact: (509) 473-3390
Chocolate Champagne Gala
24th annual event benefits the SAFeT Response Center, a program of Lutheran Community Services Northwest, providing therapy, medical and legal advocacy, and education for victims of violent crime and their families. Silent and live auctions, champagne, chocolate and coffee samplings, hors d’oeuvres, followed by dancing to Six Foot Swing. Emcees are Shelly Monahan and Dave Cotton, KHQ-6 anchors.
When: Friday. 6 p.m.-midnight
Where: Red Lion Hotel - Inn at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive
Cost: $50/in advance, $60/door
Contact: (509) 325-SEAT or (509) 343-5021
Crosby at the Crosby
A Celtic Celebration in memory of the lives of Sr. Dolores “Dixie” Crosby, SNJM and Sr. Evelyn Ferguson, SNJM will feature Howard Crosby (Bing’s nephew) and his band performing Celtic and Crosby classics. Additional music will be provided by Penrose Lane, a classic pop/rock band from Walla Walla, and Gwen Lyons, Celtic harp. Proceeds benefit Holy Names Music Center. Reservations required.
When: Friday. 8 p.m.
Where: Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave.
Cost: $30
Contact: (509) 326-9516
Spirit of St. Patrick Party
Benefits St. Margaret’s shelter. Irish-themed buffet dinner, raffle and dancing to support homeless women and children. Reservations requested.
When: Friday. 6:30 p.m.
Where: Doubletree Hotel, 322 N. Spokane Falls Blvd.
Cost: $55
Contact: (509) 358-4254.
Spring Dessert Benefit Auction
Proceeds benefit the faith-based Good Samaritan Rehabilitation for Women program. Tickets can be purchased at Studio 3B Hair Design, 510 Sherman Ave.
When: Friday. 7 p.m.
Where: Best Western Coeur d’Alene Inn, 414 Appleway, Coeur d’Alene,
Cost: $25/person
Contact: (208) 667-7004
“A City to Remember” Gala Dinner and Auction
Presented by Spokane Preservation Advocates to benefit its Heritage Grant program and other historic preservation efforts in Spokane County. Features a gourmet dinner, fine wines and dancing.
When: Saturday. 5:30 p.m.
Where: Spokane Masonic Temple, 1108 W. Riverside Ave.
Cost: $50
Contact: (509) 624-5136