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Past Blessing Junk Warehouse Sale - Hand-painted furniture, primitives and antiques. Today and Saturday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., 11210 E. Dishman-Mica (across from Harvest Foods), Spokane Valley. (509) 499-5099.

Fleur De Lis Vintage and Antique Show - 15 vendors selling shabby chic, vintage furniture, primitives, quilts, linens, garden items and whatnots. 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. Saturday. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Moran Prairie Grange, 6006 S. Palouse Highway. $3. (509) 993-7150.

Farm Chicks Show - Meet the editors of Country Living Magazine and EllynAnne Geisel, author of “Apron Memories and Apronisms.” June 7-8. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Havana at Broadway, Ag Buildings. $6, good all weekend.

North Idaho Bed and Breakfast Association Spring Tour - Tour beautiful and unique gardens in the Idaho Panhandle; see a tour map at local bed and breakfasts or visit online at www.nibba.com. June 8. Noon-5 p.m. Free. (208) 664-9650.

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. July 9. Coeur d’Alene. $100. (208) 769-3271.

Garden

Lilacs, Genus Syringa - By lilac expert Geri O’Dell, discussing the plant’s 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. Today, 1-3 p.m. or Saturday, 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. Saturday. 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. Saturday. 1-3 p.m., 507 W. Seventh Ave., west of the Corbin Art Center. $14. (509) 625-6677.

Gardeners of Spokane Plant Sale - Saturdays, through May 24. Saturday. 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Hutton Settlement Greenhouse, 10225 E. Upriver Drive, east of Argonne Road and Upriver Drive. (509) 924-7196.

Lady Bug Party - For ages 5-11, sponsored by Spokane Parks & Recreation Department. Celebrating the opening of Moore-Turner Heritage Gardens. Saturday. 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 any drills, saws and related hand tools for bed construction. When done, break bread with friends. Saturday. 9 a.m.-noon, Farm-Eco House, 2605 W. Boone Ave.

Lavender Plants - Several sizes available. Sunday. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Leisure Lavender Farm, 3529 N. Lynden Road, turn north on Liberty Lake Road, turn east on Euclid, half-mile to Lynden Road and turn north, Otis Orchards. (509) 993-5036.

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.

Art in the Garden - Plant and art sale presented by Gardeners of Spokane. May 24. 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., O’Rourke Gardens, 3123 W. Ninth Ave. (509) 456-2141.

“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.

AAUW/Colville Branch Garden Tour - 5th annual event to see hidden gardens off a country road, behind a picket fence or in other secret places. Purchase of the tour booklet provides scholarships for Ferry, Pend Oreille, and Stevens County graduating seniors, as well as for women returning to college from the work force. Booklets available in Colville at Hedrick’s Nursery, Wynne Street Nursery, and the Colville Chamber of Commerce, (509) 684-5973; in Kettle Falls at Meyers Falls Market; in Chewelah at Valley Drug. June 14. 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Colville. $10/tour booklet. (509) 935-8857.

Pets

Leavenworth Spring Bird Festival - Featuring spectacular habitats that attract a wide variety of birds and 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 field-trip information. Friday-Sunday. Throughout the Wenatchee River Watershed, Leavenworth, Wash. (509) 548-7584.

Ride the West Horse and Ranch Expo - May 16-18. The seventh annual event includes a trade show, demos, clinics, performances, stallion preview, cowboy breakfast and the third annual Extreme Trail Challenge. Friday, expo trade show, barns and clinics open 3-8 p.m. Show on Saturday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See www.ridethewest.net for a complete schedule. Friday - Sunday. 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. Saturday. 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.

Spokane Kennel Club - Memorial Day Classic All-Breed Dog Show, Obedience and Rally encompasses features purebred dogs and brings up to 1,200 dogs to the area. The Spokane Kennel Club is sanctioned by the American Kennel Club. May 24-25. 8 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Spokane Fair & Expo Center, 404 N. Havana Road. Free admission. (509) 328-7652.

Pet Fest - Animal clubs, demonstrations, artists, pet rescue organizations, trainers, veterinarians, feed dealers, and other pet-related vendors. May 31, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and June 1, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. May 31-June 1. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Havana at Broadway. $20/family, $7/general, age 6 and younger admitted free. (509) 218-6519.

5th annual Wiener Dog Races - Annual event held at Pet Fest, May 31-June 1, to benefit dachshund rescue. Participants need not be club members to participate in any of our dog events. Meet in the third building to the left of the demo ring to pre-register your dogs all day May 31 at the rescue promotions booth. These races are for purebreds only. Dogs should be on leashes at all times unless running and owners are urged to pick up after their dogs. Visit Dachshund Rescue NW and Dachshund Club of Spokane at www.spokanewienerdogs.org. Spokane County Ag and Expo Center, Havana at Broadway, Ag Buildings, Spokane Valley. $5 per dog racing. (509) 796-2140.

Bird Walk at Turnbull - Join Marian Frobe for a walk around the Pine Lakes area to see the ducks in their spring colors and to look and listen for returning songbirds. No experience is necessary in identifying birds. Bring binoculars, camera, water and a lunch, if you want to extend the day on your own. The walk usually concludes between 11 a.m. and noon, but there is more to explore on your own on the Auto Tour route or other walking trails. Registration requested. May 31. 8 a.m., Turnbull Refuge Headquarters, Cheney. $3. (509) 328-0621.

Horse and Carriage Rides - Friday evenings in July and August. Traveling through downtown Spokane, guests receive a complimentary rose, as well as a sheet of dining specials and at some of downtown’s restaurants. Sponsored by the Spokane Teachers Credit Union and the Downtown Spokane Business Improvement District. 4-10 p.m., Wall Street at Main Avenue. $5/person. (509) 456-0580, ext. 102.