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Artistry in Wood 2010 - Works by carvers from throughout the region, with vendors and raffle. Today, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Spokane Community College Lair, Building 6, Mission Avenue at Greene Street. $5/adults, free/age 11 and younger. (509) 244-3467
47th Annual Bonner County Bazaar and Craft Show - Quality vendors will present cottage crafts including jewelry, home décor, candles, clothing, artwork, holiday items, soaps and lotions, honey, candy, greeting cards, children’s books, chair massages and more. Kootenai Kountry Kettle and Dutch Bakery of Kootenai, Idaho will serve lunch both days as well as bakery items. Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. (across from the county courthouse), Sandpoint. Free admission. (208) 263-5809
Museum of North Idaho Demonstrations - Part of the featured exhibit “Nordic Roots Run Deep,” a celebration of Scandinavian American contributions to our region. Saturday, Leif Erikson Day, Pamla Silk will demonstrate how to make red and white woven hearts common on Scandinavian Christmas trees; Oct. 16, Inger Aagesen will prepare Danish Abelskiver; Oct. 30, Asbjorn Rostad will demonstrate how to make the Norwegian holiday cookie Krumkake, all from 2-4 p.m. Exhibit open Tuesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Coeur d’Alene City Park, 115 Northwest Blvd., Coeur d’Alene. $3/adults, $1/children ages 6-16, free/age 5 and younger, $7/two adults and children under age 16. (208) 664-3448
Fall Festival of Homes Tour - Sixth annual event presented by Pro-Build, featuring 41 homes. Today, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit www.SpokaneFestivalOf Homes.com for more information.
Custer’s 35th Annual Fall Antique and Collectors Sale - More than 300 dealers with antiques to purchase in all price ranges, today, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $6/adults, free/age 12 and younger. MAC “Appraisal Days” continue today, receive a verbal evaluation by qualified appraisers and knowledgeable experts (hand-carried items only, no firearms; $5 per item, limit five per person). (509) 924-0588
Co-op Coop Cruise - Visit eight backyard chicken coops in Moscow. Snacks and beverages provided; donations accepted to cover costs. Today, noon-4 p.m., Moscow, Idaho. $12/adults, $5/children, free/age 2 and younger. Preregistration required. (208) 882-8537, outreach@moscowfood.coop
Small-acreage Farming and Ranching - Intensive, 12-week course offered Tuesdays beginning this week through Dec. 21, 6-8:30 p.m. at the Bonner County Extension Office, Sandpoint. $150/includes resource material. Call to register. (208) 263-8957
Winterizing Your Lawn and Garden - Learn how to avoid rot, mold, winter kill and more to ensure a healthier lawn and garden next season. Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $14; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200
Organic Soil Fertility - Learn how to care for your soil organically and improve ornamental plant growth and crop production. Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $19; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200
Author Amy Stewart - Will discuss and sign copies of her New York Times best-seller “Wicked Plants: The Weed That Killed Lincoln’s Mother and Other Botanical Atrocities.” Thursday, 6:30-9 p.m., The Luxury Box Meeting Room, 10512 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 535-8434
Spokane Fall Home Idea Show - 32nd annual event focuses on building, renovation, landscaping, design and décor, with more than 300 booths showcasing home products and services. Friday, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $8/adults, $6/seniors and military, free/ages 12 and younger; Friday, half price for women, 4 p.m.-close; Saturday, half price for men, 4 p.m.-close. (509) 939-8017
Landscaping with Trees and Shrubs - Presented by WSU Spokane County Extension. Saturday, Pruning without Fear; Oct. 16, Landscape Plants: Creative Combos and Cultural Consideration; Oct. 23, Tree and Shrub Health; Oct. 30, Lessons in Tree Identification. All classes held from 10 a.m.-noon at WSU Spokane County Extension Office, 222 N. Havana St., except class on Oct. 30, which will be held at the Finch Arboretum. $35/series, $10/each. (509) 477-2048
Putting Your Yard to Bed Organically - Learn how to prepare your trees, shrubs, perennials, lawn and garden for winter. For ages 18 and older. Oct. 11, 6-9 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $19; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200
St. Patrick’s Blessing of the Animals - The Rev. Kenny St. Hilaire, pastor of St. Patrick Catholic Church and School, will bless pets during the feast day of St. Francis of Assisi. Monday, 8:45 a.m., St. Patrick School parking lot, 2706 E. Queen Ave. (509) 638-2527