Literary calendar

Sun., July 4, 2010

The Spokesman-Review

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

Jane Fritz - Signing “Legendary Lake Pend Oreille: Idaho’s Wilderness of Water.” Today, 1-3 p.m., Dover Bay Marina, Dover, Idaho, (208) 265-1597; Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., The Old Power House, Sandpoint, (208) 255-1876.

Gay and Lesbian Book Group - “The Meaning of Matthew” by Judy Shepard. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Cowboy Poet Gathering with Rod Erickson - The international yodeling champion and storyteller will be joined by Jack and Jeannette Jeppson and Rich Bellert. Wednesday, dinner at 6 p.m., Post Falls Senior Center, 1215 E. Third Ave., Post Falls. $15. (208) 773-9582

Sharon Cramer - Reading from “Cougar Cub Tales: I’m Just Like You,” the second in a series of children’s stories. Friday , 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Literary Freedom Book Group - “Julie and Julia” by Julie Powell. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

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