Literary Calendar

Among the local literary events over the coming week (free unless otherwise indicated):

Joann Green Byrd - Former journalist presents her book, “Calamity: the Heppner Flood of 1903.” Tuesday. 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Jack Nisbet - Local historian reads from his latest book, “The Collector: David Douglas and the Natural History of the Northwest.” Wednesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Timothy Egan - The Pulitzer-prize winning journalist and author will present the sixth annual Idaho Humanities Council Northern Idaho Distinguished Humanities Lecture. Includes dinner, lecture and signing of his new book, “The Big Burn: Teddy Roosevelt and the Fire That Saved America.” Thursday, 7 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $45/general, $100 benefactor tickets. (888) 345-5346

Radha Yoga Center Book Club and Potluck - Join in organizing the club, choosing a name and choosing the first book. Bring a dish to share. Friday, 6 p.m., 2328 W. Pacific Ave. (509) 838-3575

Dahr Jamail - Will read from his book “Soldiers Who Refuse to Fight in Iraq and Afghanistan” and discuss resistance tactics. Friday, 7 p.m., 1912 Center, Moscow, Idaho. (208) 669-2249

R.A. Salvatore - Best-selling science fiction/fantasy author will read from “Ghost King,” the conclusion to his “Transitions” trilogy. Friday, 7:30 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore auditorium, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Spokane Valley Friends of the Library Book Sale - Saturday, 9 a.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. (509) 893-8400