Social calendar
Spokane Symphony Chamber Soiree -
An evening of art and music. Pre-concert art exhibit, “Selected Images” by Allie Kurtz Vogt, art faculty at North Idaho College. Wine and appetizers served. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., concert at 7:30.
When: Thursday, 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jacklin Arts Center at the Old Church, Post Falls
Cost: $30
Contact: (509) 624-1200
Dinner and Auction -
Presented by Hillyard Senior Center and co-sponsored by Numerica Credit Union. Entertainment provided by HSC Director Jerry Unruh.
When: Friday, 5:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Quest Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights
Cost: $25
Contact: (509) 482-0803
SCRAPS Chocolate Festival and Auction -
Third-annual event to benefit the Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service programs which include temperament testings, Ask the Dog Trainer, and free training classes for the community.
When: Friday, 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Where: CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
Cost: $20
Contact: (509) 477-2984
Taste of Life -
Wine, microbrew, whiskey and food tasting. Benefits Hospice of Spokane.
When: Friday, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
Where: The Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave.
Cost: $75/person
Contact: (509) 456-0438
Annual Soroptimist Tea -
With a wedding theme, “Something Old, Something New, Something Iced, Something Brewed.” Program events will include a silent auction, raffle and wedding gown displays. Attendees are encouraged to bring kitchen items, which will be donated to women’s shelters in the community. All proceeds to benefit Soroptimist International of Spokane’s service projects for women and children.
When: Saturday, 1-3 p.m.
Where: St. Marks Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave.
Cost: $20
Contact: (509) 326-5249
Bow Tie Dinner -
Fine meal, wine, music, dancing and many prize drawings including a grand prize drawing for a $4,000 trip voucher through AAA Travel. Proceeds go to support the programs that served more than 10,000 families in the Greater Spokane Valley in 2007. Presented by the Spokane Valley Partners Auxiliary. Reservations required.
When: Saturday, 6 p.m.
Where: Decades in University City, 10512 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley
Cost: $125
Contact: (509) 927-1153, ext. 13
Gala East III - Spring Tea -
Featuring floral designer Phyllis Danielson. Presented by Inland Empire District of Garden Clubs, Washington State Federation of Garden Clubs. Proceeds will be used for horticulture continuing education scholarships.
When: Saturday, 1:30-3:30 p.m.
Where: First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar St.
Cost: $15
Contact: (509) 448-9267
Let’s Play for the Symphony -
Attendees will play bridge, mah-jongg, pinochle, Scrabble or a game of their choice, enjoy lunch provided by the Manito Country Club chef and visit the Elegant White Elephant table.
When: March 31, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: Manito Country Club, 5303 S. Hatch Road
Cost: $25
Contact: (509) 458-8733
Community Fun Run -
Virtually flat, out-and-back 3-mile course to run or walk. Beginning at the Centennial Trail the course proceeds 1 1/2 miles toward Sullivan Road along the Spokane River and back. Water provided at halfway mark and finish line. Register on-line at www.arc-spokane.org. Refreshments at CenterPlace after the run.
When: April 5, 9 a.m.
Where: CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley
Cost: $8/no shirt, $14/with shirt; children under age 5 run for free
Contact: (509) 279-9242
Spring Silver Tea -
Benefits Easter Seals Community Services. Enjoy our complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages. The Lopez Family will captivate with their musical talent. Keynote speakers will be Cathy Bisaillon, Easter Seals president, and Su Sawyer, Spokane resident and Easter Seals board member.
When: April 6, 2-4 p.m.
Where: Spokane Athletic Club, Georgian Room, 1002 W. Riverside Ave.
Cost: Donations
Contact: (509) 326-8292
Death by Chocolate -
Chocolate fountain with yummy treats, appetizers, wine, beer, music and auction items. Proceeds benefit Excelsior Youth Center, an agency helping youths age 12 to 17 in their recovery from drug addiction, abuse and neglect, along with housing the youth and providing counseling, treatment and education.
When: April 10, 6-8 p.m.
Where: The Service Station, 9315 N. Nevada St.
Cost: $20
Contact: (509) 458-4000
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. Live and silent auctions. Call for reservations.
When: April 11, 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: April 12, 4 p.m.-midnight
Where: Gonzaga Prep, 1224 E. Euclid Ave.
Cost: $75/person, through Monday, $90/after Monday
Contact: (509) 489-6302
Aw$sum Auction All Stars -
Dress in sports attire, enjoy a fabulous dinner and auction. Presented by The Coeur d’Alene Chamber of Commerce.
When: April 12, 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. Light classics and other favorites with David Demand conducting.
When: April 12, 7 p.m.
Where: Old Church Arts and Cultural Center, Fourth and William, Post Falls
Cost: $10
Contact: (208) 765-3833
Father-Daughter Dance -
Second-annual event to benefit Center Pointe, a nonprofit organization that provides programming for the disabled. The theme is “Rockin’ in the ‘50s.” There will be a DJ, with dessert and picture included.
When: April 12, 6:30 p.m.
Where: 1408 N. Washington St.
Cost: $25/couple, $5/additional daughter
Contact: (509) 325-5451.