Social calendar

30th Anniversary Tri-Cities Wine Festival - Judged competition, seminars, public tasting and silent auction, now Washington’s longest-running judged wine festival. Friday in Kennewick from 6:30-10 p.m. for Then and Now: 30 Years of Northwest Wine and Food seminar; and Saturday, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. for Northwest American Viticultural Areas seminar; and public tasting and silent auction from 6:30-9:30 p.m. in Pasco. Tri-City Country Club, 314 N. Underwood, Kennewick; and Pasco Red Lion Hotel, 2525 N. 20th Ave., Pasco. $65/seminars; public tasting/auction: $55/advance, $60/door. (509) 528-4606.

Building Dreams, Building the Future - Annual Autumn dinner auction hosted by Cornerstone Christian Academy. Pianist Maureen Smith will play throughout the silent auction followed by a sit-down Italian dinner and live auction. The auction will benefit community outreach programs and the building fund for the school. Friday. 6 p.m., Life Center, 1202 N. Government Way. $20/person; $125/ table of 8. (509) 835-1235.

Epicurean Delight, Spokane’s Ultimate Culinary Gala - The 27th annual event features the most exquisite restaurants, paired with the finest wineries and microbreweries of the Inland Northwest. Proceeds from this event benefit the Inland Northwest Blood Center. Social hour and wine tasting at 6 p.m., dinner at 7, drawing winners announced at 9, dancing 9:30 p.m.-midnight. Friday. Spokane Convention Center, Group Health Exhibit Halls, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $150. (509) 624-0151.

Feast of the Arts - A culinary experience showcasing four-course, gourmet dinner featuring Cougar-connected Washington wines. Held every Friday evening before home football games. Friday with Shane McKibben with Amavi Cellars; and Nov. 21 with Annette Bergevin of Bergevin Lane. Music and art reception including wine and hors d’oeuvres at 6 p.m., dinner served at 7. Recommended attire is business casual. Visit www.feast.wsu.edu for menus and reservations. Washington State University, Todd Hall Dining Room 268, Pullman. $75, plus tax. (509) 335-DINE or (877) 978-3868.

Second Annual Harvest Dinner and Auction - Prime rib dinner at 5 p.m. Saturday; auction at 7. Hosted by Our Lady of Perpetual Help of St. John, St. Catherine of Oakesdale and Holy Rosary of Rosalia. Proceeds will benefit the three parishes equally. Saturday. Holy Rosary Catholic Church hall, Rosalia, Wash. Dinner: $15/adults, $5/ages 5-12, free/age 4 and younger. (509) 879-6971.

Fourth Annual Tea and History Party - Presented by The Spokane Valley Heritage Museum. Historical presentation by Tony and Suzanne Bamonte. Refreshments include finger foods, desserts, coffee, tea and cider. Entertainment and more. Reservations requested. Proceeds benefit the Valley Museum. Saturday. 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road. $15. (509) 922-4570.

An Evening in the Tropics - 29th annual benefit auction sponsored by Trinity Catholic School. Silent auction at 4:30 p.m., dinner at 6:30, live auction at 7. Proceeds to benefit Fair Share Program. Saturday. Gonzaga Prep gymnasium, 1224 E. Euclid Ave. $25. (509) 327-9369.

Coeur d’Alene Symphony Wine Tasting - Fundraiser includes wine, food, auction and chamber music. Tickets available at the symphony office or by phone. Saturday. 4:30 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center at the Old Church, 405 William St., Post Falls. $35/each. (208) 765-3833.

“Late Nite Catechism 2” - Presented by St. Thomas More Catholic School. A wonderful comedy. Enjoy a Chinese dinner prepared by chef Jack Louis, wine served with dinner and dessert. Reservations required. Nov. 14. 7 p.m., 8112 N. Howard Drive. $40. (509) 466-3811, ext. 313.

Red Shoe Event - Fifth annual event hosted by the Spokane Advertising Federation. Enjoy a live auction, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, music and an opportunity to socialize with local artists while viewing their work. Auction will feature contemporary and modern art and unfinished furniture embellished by local design professionals. Proceeds will benefit the Toni M. Robideaux Scholarship Fund. Nov. 14. 6-10 p.m., Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. $30/person. (509) 328-5855.

Snowflake Gala - All Saints Catholic School will transform the casino into a winter wonderland for their annual auction. Sit-down meal with silent and live auctions and dancing. Age 21 and older only. Nov. 14. 5:30 p.m., Northern Quest Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $35. (509) 534-1098, ext. 238.

“Toasting and Tasting” Wine Tasting and Auction - 12 local vintners will talk about their wine and answer questions. Hors d’oeuvres, chocolate and lively music. Proceeds benefit local community outreach through silent and live auctions. Nov. 15. 7-9:30 p.m., St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 5720 S. Perry St. $30, includes food and wine. (509) 448-2255.

Elks Charity Ball - Dinner will include steaks with skewered shrimp scampi. Enjoy live and silent auctions, a bake sale, games and dancing to Good & Plenty. Reservations are required. Nov. 15. 5 p.m., 2605 N. Robie Road. $20. (509) 926-2328.

Wonderland of Food and Wine - Presented by the 3C’s (Cancer and Community Charities). Event will feature food by Chef Tim Heinig of Floating Green Restaurant, local wines, raffles and an auction. Nov. 15. 6-9 p.m., Best Western Coeur d’Alene Inn, 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $35/person. (208) 667-1479 for information.

Holiday Luncheon and Silent Auction - Children’s Village fundraiser includes food, silent auction and entertainment. Tickets must be pre-paid to reserve seating. Nov. 20. 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Hayden Lake Country Club, 2362 E. Bozanta Drive, Hayden Lake. $32/each, $300/corporate tables of eight. (208) 667-1189.

Mystery Dinner Theater - “The Decadent Housewives of Hysteria Lane.” Menu will include: beef roast, roasted red potatoes, broccoli, Caesar salad, apple crisp. Catering provided by Senior Froggy’s/Luigi’s Express. Reservations are required. Nov. 21. 5 p.m., Southside Senior Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $15. (509) 535-0803.

22nd Annual St. John Vianney School Auction - The auction begins at 5 p.m. with silent tables, dinner served at 6:45 and the live auction begins at 7:20, Nov. 22. Northern Quest Casino, Pend Oreille Pavilion, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $40/adults, $35/seniors, $290/tables of eight. (509) 995-1270.

Hannah Montana “Rock the World” Party! - Presented by the Northeast Youth Center. For children age 5-12. Make your own music, visit the salon for a star photo shoot and make your own DVD from Hannah’s music. Snacks and party favors will be provided. Pre-registration is required. All proceeds will benefit children’s programs in the Hillyard community. Nov. 22. 1-3 p.m., Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $29. (509) 482-0708.

Holly Eve - 28th Annual event for the Panida Theatre, Pend Oreille Arts Council, Community Cancer Services, Bonner Community Hospice and The Festival at Sandpoint, presented by Eve’s Leaves. Includes silent and live auctions, champagne, hors d’oeuvres and entertainment. Nov. 22. 6:30 p.m., Sandpoint Events Center auditorium, Sandpoint. $25. (208) 263-8956.

Festival of Trees - Coeur d’Alene - Nov. 28-Dec. 1. Sponsored by the Kootenai Medical Center Foundation. Nov. 28, 5-9 p.m., “Friday d’Lights” sponsored by Kootenai Health Auxiliary, features the first chance to see the trees, the Coeur d’Alene Downtown Associations parade and lighting ceremony; $3/adults, $2/ages 2-12; Nov. 29, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Senior Social, sponsored by North Idaho Eye Institute, includes tree viewing, light brunch and entertainment, $17; Festival Gala Dinner, Auction and Dance sponsored by Century 21 Beutler & Associates, Nov. 29, 5 p.m.-midnight, reservations required; Nov. 30, Family Day, features tree viewing and entertainment, $2/door; 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Children’s Workshop sponsored by Coeur d’Alene Pediatrics at the Coeur d’Alene Resort convention center and features Christmas crafts and face painting. Dec. 1, 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Holiday Fashion Shows with a luncheon show sponsored by Polin & Young Construction, Inc.; 6-8:30 p.m., dinner show sponsored by Sterling Savings Bank, reservations required. The Coeur d’Alene Resort convention center, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 666-TREE.

Emerald Legacy - A concert to benefit Starlight Children’s Foundation with the Greater O’Neill Family. Evening of Irish Folk music, popular tunes from the Doo Wop era and Indie music with a reunion of Mylestone and performance by Rough Congress. VIP includes wine and small bites tasting, silent auction, along with concert. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for VIP; 7 for general admission. Nov. 29. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $20/general, $50/VIP. (509) 474-2820.

Christmas Tree Elegance - Benefits the Spokane Symphony Orchestra, presented by the Spokane Symphony Associates. Dec. 5, 6 p.m., tree lighting ceremony in the lobby, free; Free viewing of 12 trees and gifts on the Davenport Mezzanine, Dec. 6-13, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Dec. 6, Mobius Kids Santa Breakfast; Dec. 6, Gala Dinner Dance; Dec. 7, “An Evening with Eckart and Friends,” Isabella Ballroom, $10/door; Dec. 8, Red Hat Luncheon, reservations required at (509) 458-8733; Dec. 9-12, Macy’s Style Show and Luncheon; Dec. 13, Raffle drawing in lobby of trees. Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. $1/raffle tickets for trees. (509) 458-TREE.

Christmas for Africa - Charity auction and dinner fundraiser sponsored by The Luke Commission, a Sagle-based, nonprofit group that provides free health care to people in Swaziland, Africa. The commission is led by founders Dr. Harry and Echo (Tuinstra) VanderWal. Includes a professionally catered dinner, silent and live auctions and furniture and craft items. Donations being accepted. Dec. 6. 6:30 p.m., Sandpoint Business and Events Center, Sandpoint. $25/each. (208) 263-9311.

JACC Holiday Soiree Fundraiser - Annual party and fundraiser. The highlight of the holiday season with the old church decked out in festive splendor. Includes wine, hors d’oeuvres, four-course dinner, dessert, entertainment and auction. Reservations required. Dec. 6. 5:30 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Culture Center at the Old Church, 405 Williams St., Post Falls. $125 each or $1,000 for table of eight. (208) 457-8950.

Diamonds and Divas Black Tie Gala and Wine Auction - “Passport to London,” starring world class Wagnerian Soprano Jane Eaglen, with baritone John B. Cooper and tenor Scott D. Miller, conducted by Dean Williams. Champagne welcome, hors d’oeuvres, live and silent auctions, dinner with wine, entertainment, late night dancing, champagne toast at midnight. Spokane Opera presents Mozart’s “The Magic Flute” conducted by Dean Williamson starring Heather Parker. Presented by and benefits Spokane-Coeur d’Alene Opera. Dec. 31. 6:30 p.m., Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. $175. (509) 533-1150.