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Arts/Crafts
Artistry in Wood 2010 - Works by wood carvers from throughout the Inland Northwest and Canada, with vendors and raffle, presented by Spokane Carvers Association. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Oct. 3, 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. Oct. 8, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Oct. 9, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave. (across from the county courthouse), Sandpoint. Free admission. (208) 263-5809
Inland Crafts - 28th annual exhibition and sale of fine contemporary crafts. Nov. 12, noon-8 p.m.; Nov. 13, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Nov. 14, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $5, good for entire weekend (free admission Nov. 12, 5-8 p.m.). (509) 995-7956
Custer’s Christmas Arts & Crafts Show - 34th annual event featuring more than 300 artists and crafters. Nov. 19, 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Nov. 20, 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Nov. 21, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $6/weekend; free/age 12 and younger. (509) 924-0588
Home/Garden
Fall Festival of Homes Tour - Sixth annual event presented by Pro-Build, featuring 41 homes. Today and Friday-Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Visit www.SpokaneFestivalOf Homes.com for more information.
Fall Plant Sale - Perennials and houseplants, including fall color bowls and tropical dish gardens. Proceeds benefit the Greenway Program. Monday-Thursday, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Valley YMCA Greenhouse, 2421 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 777-9622
Canning Art - For age 14 and older. Learn how to can meats, soups, winter salsa and produce. Monday, 5:30-8:30 p.m., Southside Senior Activity Center, 3151 E. 27th Ave. $27; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200
“Preserving Your Harvest” - Learn pressure and water bath canning methods and freezing and drying methods for preserving food with University of Idaho Family and Consumer Science Extension Educator Shelly Johnson. Monday, 6-8 p.m., University of Idaho Extension, Kootenai County Office, 1808 N. Third St., Coeur d’Alene. $5; preregistration required. (208) 446-1680
Mad Hatter Vintage Flea Market - Antiques and vintage treasures. Friday, 4-9 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., Five Mile Prairie Grange, 3024 W. Strong Road. $4. (509) 990-4558
Custer’s 35th Annual Fall Antique and Collectors Sale - More than 300 dealers with antiques to purchase in all price ranges, Friday, 4-9 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Oct. 3, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $6/weekend, free/age 12 and younger. MAC “Appraisal Days” on Saturday and Sunday, receive a verbal evaluation by qualified appraisers and knowledgeable experts (hand-carried items only, no firearms). Appraisals are $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. Oct. 3, noon-4 p.m., Moscow, Idaho. $12/adults, $5/children, free/age 2 and younger. Preregistration required. (208) 882-8537, outreach@moscowfood.coop
Winterizing Your Lawn and Garden - Learn how to avoid rot, mold, winter kill and more to ensure a healthier lawn and garden next season. Oct. 5, 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. Oct. 6. 6-9 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $19; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200
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. Oct. 8, noon-8 p.m.; Oct. 9, 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/age 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. Oct. 9, 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
Washington State Quilters Show - Featured speaker is Karen Brown, professional long arm machine quilter. Oct. 15-17, Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, Commons Room, 4000 W. Randolph Road. $7/all three days, free/age 11 and younger. (509) 435-3889
Finally Home! Home Buyer Education Classes, Sandpoint - Eight-hour class is designed to help address issues that potential homebuyers face. Oct. 18-19, 5:30-9:30 p.m., or Nov. 13, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Selkirk Association of Realtors Conference Room, 325 Marion Ave., Sandpoint. $10; preregistration required. Online classes available for $50 statewide. (208) 265-2227, (208) 255-1443
Finally Home! Home Buyer Education Classes, Coeur d’Alene - Eight-hour class is designed to help address issues that potential homebuyers face. Oct. 19 and 26, 5:30-9:30 p.m., or Nov. 20, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Association of Realtors Conference Room, 409 W. Neider Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $10; preregistration required. Online classes available for $50 statewide. (208) 667-0664
Animals
Spokane Skyhoundz Disc Dog Local Championships - Local dogs and their humans compete in distance and accuracy competitions. During Valleyfest, Today, 10 a.m., Mirabeau Park, 13500 Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. johnlawnangel@yahoo.com, arial_flies@yahoo.com, (509) 926-6542
34th Annual Draft Horse and Mule International Show - Western art and tack exhibit and sale. Today, 12:30 p.m., Bonner County Fairgrounds, Sandpoint. $9/adults, $8/seniors and students, free/military and age 5 and younger; $3/parking. (208) 265-9613
Fido Fete, A Community Dog Festival - A celebration of dogs and the people who love them, with live music, children’s activities, dog contests, dog fashion parade, dog blessing, dog tricks and dancing, photo booth (get your picture taken with your dog), adoptable dogs, pet licenses, vaccinations, chip IDs, food, vendor booths. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., 3151 E. 27th Ave. (next to Thornton Murphy Park). Free admission. (509) 443-3944