Week Ahead
Monday
Spokane City Forum Luncheon – Reservations are due by noon today. Lori Brown, director of volunteer programs for World Vision International, will discuss the organization’s vision and how Spokane can partner with them to improve life for vulnerable citizens. Wednesday, 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. at Spokane First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar St. The cost is $10, $5 for students, and includes lunch. Child care is available by reservation for $4 per child. Information: (509) 777-1555.
Tuesday
Spokane Estate Planning Council Meeting – Attorneys Jeffrey Ropp, Richard Perednia and Kevin Curtis and Assistant Attorney General Shannon Thomas will discuss “Vulnerable Adults: Dealing with Clients with Diminished Capacity and Issues Confronting the Professional Advising of Such Adults.” 5:15 p.m. in the Georgian Room of the Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. $50, includes a buffet dinner. Information or to register: (509) 462-0747.
Gonzaga School of Law Red Mass – The Gonzaga University School of Law will honor those in the legal profession during its Red Mass, today at 5:30 p.m. in St. Aloysius Church, 330 E. Boone Ave. A reception will be held from 6:30-8 p.m. at Gonzaga’s Cataldo Hall, 502 E. Boone Ave. RSVP: (509) 313-3759.
Wednesday
Financial Recordkeeping – SCORE, Counselors to America’s Small Business, is presenting this workshop that will discuss how to keep good business records and how to understand and use financial statements as business management tools from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at 801 W. Riverside Ave., Suite 444. The cost is $35 in advance or $40 at the door. Call (509) 353-2821 to register.
American Society for Training and Development Workshop – The Inland Northwest chapter of the ASTD will present this event that will discuss “Speed Networking” from 11:45 a.m.-1:30 p.m. in the Washington California Room, COG building, Gonzaga University. Cost is $5/ASTD local members and $10/non-members, includes lunch. Information: www.astdinw.org.
Greater Spokane Incorporated Annual Meeting – Learn about the organization’s plans for the 2010-11 year and hear from Bill Ayer, chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group. 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Spokane Convention Center Ballroom, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Cost is $45/members, $75/non-members. Information: http://events.greaterspokane.org or call (509) 321-3611.
Thursday
ASWA meeting – Hosted by the American Society of Women Accountants Spokane chapter No. 4. Meeting will feature Diane Keepe, who will discuss “Trust/Probate Utilization for Estate Issues.” 5:30 p.m. at The Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. $15/students, $20/ ASWA members, $25/nonmembers and guests. Includes dinner. Information or to RSVP: reservations@aswa4.org.
Friday
Grand Re-Opening of WorkSource Spokane – WorkSource Spokane in partnership with the Spokane Area Workforce Development Council will celebrate its re-opening with tours, guest speakers and refreshments. 10 a.m.-noon at 130 S. Arthur St. RSVP: (509) 532-3186.
Saturday
Solar Power Class – Learn the basics of solar photovoltaics and how to get started with projects. 9 a.m.-noon at Eco Depot at 1326 E. Sprague Ave. Cost is $35, includes materials and handouts. Space is limited and registration is required. Call (509) 924-8803 or e-mail nadine@ecodepotinc.com for information.
“Step in the Write Direction” – The Society for Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators will host this one-day conference featuring industry professionals and tips for publishing, networking and more. Continuing Education Credits 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. Cost is $120. Information: www.scbwi.org or call (323) 782-1010.
Conventions
USS West Virginia Reunion – Today through Tuesday, Holiday Inn Spokane Airport, 25 attendees.
American Therapeutic Recreation Association Annual Conference – Today through Friday, Doubletree Hotel Spokane City Center, 400 attendees.
59th Annual Spokane Interstate Fair and National Stock Show – Today through Sept. 19, Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 230,000 attendees.
SpokeFest – Today, citywide, 2,000 attendees.
Jensen Distribution Services Fall Merchandising Show – Monday through Sept. 19, Spokane Convention Center, 1,000 attendees.
Washington State Association of Sewer and Water Districts Annual Fall State Conference – Wednesday through Friday, Red Lion Hotel at the Park, 300 attendees.
Women of Faith “Over the Top” Annual Gathering – Thursday through Sept. 19, Spokane Arena, 12,000 attendees.