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My Label Fashion Software Class 101 - Allows you to take your measurements and create a custom fit. Preregistration is required. Friday. 6-8 p.m., 12117 E. Mission Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 928-6037.

Solar Electricity Class - Learn the basics of Solar PV and what is required to get started with these projects. Registration required. Saturday. 9 a.m.-noon, Eco Depot, 1326 E. Sprague Ave. $35, includes materials and handouts. (509) 924-8803.

Embroidery TNT Event - Learn the many tips and techniques of machine embroidery with Erika Mulvenna. Monday. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., The Quilting Bee, 12117 E. Mission Ave. $25.

Mother’s Day Historic Home Tour - Take Mom to explore some of Spokane’s residential and park landscapes designed by the Olmsted brothers on this self-guided tour, as well as view the first-floor interiors of several historic homes with Olmsted-designed or -influenced landscaping. Presented by the MAC’s Historic Preservation Committee. Sponsored by Imelda and Kevin Williams. May 10 - 11. Noon-4 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. $15. (509) 456-3931.

Fleur De Lis Vintage & Antique Show - 15 vendors selling shabby chic, vintage furniture, primitives, quilts, linens, garden items and whatnots, and Thada Ziegler, founder of Taste and See Ministries, will serve her homemade scones and assorted teas. All proceeds from the sale of scones and teas will benefit the Anna Ogden Hall Women’s Transitional Living Program. May 17. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Moran Prairie Grange, 6006 S. Palouse Highway. $3. (509) 993-7150.

Garden

Inland Empire Dahlia Society - Tuber sale. Saturday. 8 a.m., Northwest Seed & Pet, 2422 E. Sprague Ave. (509) 326-1953.

Plant Sale Benefit - Sponsored by Spokane Valley High School. There will be tomato and sweet pepper plants available, as well as a variety of bedding plants, while supplies last. Monday-Thursday, noon-5 p.m. 2011 N. Hutchinson Block, one block west of Argonne Road, south of I-90 overpass. (509) 922-5475.

“Developing Local Food Systems” - Greening our Neighborhood Film Series. Tuesday. 7-9 p.m., Farm-Eco House, 2605 W. Boone Ave. $1.

Inky Thumbs to Green Thumbs: Gardening Tips for the 8 to 5 Crowd - Gardener Phyllis Stephens shares time-saving tips and techniques. Wednesday. Noon-1 p.m., Riverpoint Campus, Phase I Auditorium, Room 122, 668 Riverpoint. (509) 359-2898.S.O.S Open-Air Experience and Eco-Show - May 8-12. The first annual Save.Our.Shire Open-Air Experience & Eco-Show will be hosted by Oasis productions Organics and The Fresh Idea Farm on 592 acres of Schierman ground, six miles southwest of St. John. Gates open Thursday at 9 a.m. and will be open until Monday late departure. Tickets are available in Spokane at Natural Start Bakery on Hamilton, Mark’s Guitar Shop on Garland, and Piece of Mind in the Spokane Valley, or online at brownpapertickets.com/producer/7288. 8 a.m., 101 Harry Pierce Road, St. John, Wash. (509) 648-3272.

Farm-Eco House Dedication and Renaming - Bring seeds or a potted plant for a memorial garden for fallen youth. May 9. 5:30-6:30 p.m., Farm-Eco House, 2605 W. Boone Ave. (509) 280-1702.

Garden Expo 2008 – More than 200 garden-related vendors, plant sellers, crafters, artists, demonstrations and organizations. The exhibits will showcase nurseries, garden stores, suppliers and manufacturers, garden artists and crafters, and horticulture organizations. Presented by The Inland Empire Gardeners. May 10. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Community College Lair, 1810 N. Greene St. Free admission and parking. (509) 535-8434.

Healing Garden Fundraiser - Strawberry rhubarb-themed tea for mom, featuring pink and white accents, display of garden-themed quilts, silent auction, baked goods, spring plants and recipes. Garden docents will give tours of the garden and music will accompany the event. May 10. 1-4 p.m., 520 N. Third St., Sandpoint. $5.

Inland Empire Dahlia Society - Meets second Thursday of each month. May 14. 7:30 p.m., Manito Park meeting room, 4 W. 21st Ave. (509) 326-1953.

Annual Flower and Plant Sale – Presented by Spokane Delta Gamma Alumnae Association. Proceeds benefit the Lilac Blind Association. May 14, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Camyn’s Greenhouse, 4317 S. Garfield St. (509) 747-8613.

Lilacs, Genus Syringa - By lilac expert Geri O’Dell, discussing their introduction into the Spokane community, the vast varieties and their care. After the lecture, take a guided tour of the recently recovered lilac grove in the Moore-Turner Heritage Gardens. Offered May 16, 1-3 p.m. or May 17, 9:30-11:30 a.m. 507 W. Seventh Ave., west of the Corbin Art Center. $15. (509) 625-6677.

Butterfly Plant Stakes - For ages 3-5, sponsored by Spokane Parks & Recreation Department. Celebrating the opening of Moore-Turner Heritage Gardens. May 17. 10-11:30 a.m., 507 W. Seventh Ave., west of the Corbin Art Center. $12. (509) 625-6677.

Encouraging Wildlife in the Garden - For ages 6-12, sponsored by Spokane Parks & Recreation Department. Celebrating the opening of Moore-Turner Heritage Gardens. May 17. 1-3 p.m., 507 W. Seventh Ave., west of the Corbin Art Center. $14. (509) 625-6677.

Lady Bug Party - For ages 5-11, sponsored by Spokane Parks & Recreation Department. Celebrating the opening of Moore-Turner Heritage Gardens. May 17. 10-11:30 a.m., 507 W. Seventh Ave., west of the Corbin Art Center. $12. (509) 625-6677.

Raised Bed Party - Help construct raised beds at several farm plots for neighbors. Bring work clothes, gloves, hat and drills, saws and related hand tools for bed construction. When done, break bread with friends. May 17. 9 a.m.-noon., Farm-Eco House, 2605 W. Boone Ave.

Associated Garden Clubs of Spokane Meeting - Installation of officers, awards, flowers and music presentation by Claudia Biggs. Potluck luncheon follows. May 23. 10 a.m., Manito Park meeting room, 4 W. 21st Ave. Free. (509) 838-9186.

“The Greening of Cuba and Local Living Economies” - Greening Our Neighborhood film series. June 3. 7-9 p.m., Farm-Eco House, 2605 W. Boone Ave. $1 donation.

Pets

Spring Mother’s Day Ride - Presented by the Kootenai County Sheriff’s Mounted Posse, a nonprofit organization. Bring mom, your horses and the whole family to the ride. There will be prizes and a drawing. Donations and fundraisers such as this fund the posse’s search and rescue activities as well as other duties. Bring your sack lunch and beverages will be provided. For safety reasons no alcohol, dogs or guns. May 11. 9 a.m., Farragut State Park, Athol, Idaho. $15/person, $4/parking. (208) 818-2800.

Leavenworth Spring Bird Festival - Featuring spectacular habitats, attracting a wide variety of birds, and activities include science programs, wildflowers, conservation, multicultural and arts events. Professionally guided trips and activities range from leisurely strolls to active hikes. Fun for experienced and novice birders of all ages. Visit www.leavenworthspringbirdfest.com for fieldtrip information. May 16 - 18. Throughout the Wenatchee River Watershed, Leavenworth, Wash. (509) 548-7584.

Ride the West Horse and Ranch Expo - The seventh annual event includes a trade show, demos, clinics, performances, stallion preview, cowboy breakfast and the third annual Extreme Trail Challenge. May 16, expo trade show, barns and clinics open 3-8 p.m. Show on May 17, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., May 18, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See www.ridethewest.net for a complete schedule. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana. Each day: $8/advance, $10/door, free/age 9 and younger. (509) 466-9639.

10th Annual Basset Blast - Annual fundraiser by Washington Basset Rescue, co-sponsored by SCRAPS. Lots of contests. For health reasons, no puppies younger than 4 months allowed. May 17. Noon-2:30 p.m., Western Dance Center, north of Spokane Valley Mall on Sullivan. (509) 466-1538.

Inland Empire All-Arabian Horse Show - The Inland Empire Arabian Horse Club will feature the beautiful Arabian horse at the Memorial Day Classic and the annual All-Arabian Horse Show. The show benefits the Shriners Hospital for Children in Spokane. May 22-25. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. (509) 999-8159.