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Today

56th Annual Spokane National Boat Show – Runs through Feb. 5. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Mondays-Fridays, noon-8 p.m. Visit www.SpokaneBoatShow.com. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, Broadway at Havana Street. $8/adults, $5/ages 12-17, free/age 11 and younger; free parking. (509) 991-1002.

Soccer Sign-up for Spokane Valley - Youth Soccer for ages four and older. Games on Saturdays (April 9 to May 21). Practices start mid-March. $35. (509) 924-7661.

Sunday

Free Concert - Chamber music by Dohnanyi, Debussy and Barboteu, performed by Rachelle Ventura, piano; Louise Butler, cello; Chari Bickford, viola; David Armstrong, violin; Jennifer Scriggins Brummett, horn; Dan Cotter, clarinet. 7 p.m. Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Spokane Valley. Free with non-perishable food donation to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. (509) 924-2350.

St. John Vianney Spaghetti Dinner - Menu will include all-you-can-eat spaghetti and meatballs, salad, rolls, coffee, dessert and milk; 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. St. John Vianney Church Hall, 503 N. Walnut Road. $8/adults, $6/seniors, $5/children age 6-12, Free/children age five and younger. (509) 926-7987.

Monday

Naranon - Support group for relatives and friends of drug addicts; 6:30 p.m. Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road. (509) 230-5423, (509) 921-0361, (509) 467-9774.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly - The group meets every Monday; 7-8 p.m. Valley Fourth Memorial Church, 2303 S. Bowdish. (509) 928-9158.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Broadway Court - TOPS members meet every Monday; 9-11 a.m. Broadway Court Estates, 13505 E. Broadway. 922-3874.

“Update: The North-South Arterial” - Engineers Forum of Spokane with representative from Washington Department of Transportation (WDOT) who will tell us where the project is and what’s happening next; 12:30 p.m. Timber Creek Grill Buffet, 9211 E. Montgomery Ave. $9/lunch and beverage, $2/beverage only. (509) 244-3467.

West Valley School District - The board of directors meets; 7 p.m. District Conference Center, 8818 E. Grace. (509) 924-2150.

Tuesday

Breast Cancer Support Group - For women who want information and support through stages of cancer; 5:30 p.m. Cancer Care Northwest Valley Office, 12615 E. Mission, Suite 200. (509) 228-1244.

Grief Share - For those experiencing a loss and struggling to cope; 7 p.m. Dishman Baptist Church, 315 N. Argonne Road. (509) 891-1111 or (509) 924-0339.

OCD Support Group - For families and individuals who struggle with OCD in their lives. Support, education, sharing, goals; 6-7 p.m. 12910 E. Sinto Ave. Free. (509) 869-1069.

Spokane Valley City Council study session - Tentative agenda items include a motion to approve the council vacancy appointment process and discussions on sidewalks and the sewer paveback program; 6 p.m. Spokane Valley City Hall, 11707 E. Sprague. (509) 921-1000.

Spokane Valley Quilters Guild - 7 p.m. Valley Assembly of God, 15618 E. Broadway Ave. (509) 448-2850.

Wednesday

Contra Dance - Presented by Spokane Folklore Society. Held Wednesdays, 7:30-9 p.m. East Spokane Grange, 1621 N. Park Road. $10. (509) 747-2640.

Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous - No fees or weigh-ins; 7 p.m. 12606 E. Mission Ave. Free. (951) 850-7764.

Millwood Gallery - Vintage collages by Shanda Woodward, during February, with reception Feb. 4, 5-8 p.m. Hours are Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 9009 E. Euclid Ave. (509) 927-2222.

Nicotine Anonymous - Twelve-step support group offering our experience to those who want to quit smoking; 3-4 p.m. Spokane Valley Partners, 10814 E. Broadway Ave. (509) 926-9804 or (509) 474-1845.

Thursday

Democratic Women’s Club - The Greater Spokane Democratic Women’s Club meets the first Thursday of each month; 11:30 a.m. Timber Creek Grill and Buffet, 9211 E. Montgomery. (509) 928-9286.

Self-Care Connection - Teaches cancer patients about nutrition, daily activity, relaxation techniques, coping skills, etc.; 2:30 p.m. Cancer Care Northwest, 12615 E. Mission, Suite 200. (509) 228-1244.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly - The group meets every Thursday; 6:45-8 p.m. Orchards Crest Retirement, fourth floor theater room, 222 S. Evergreen. (509) 922-8820.

Take Off Pounds Sensibly - Eagles - The group meets every Thursday; 9:30 a.m. Eagles, 16801 E. Sprague. (509) 928-5460.

The Backyard Club Cooking and Mixology Class - Hosted by Two Cooks with Love Catering. “A Valentine Dinner.” Menu includes appetizers, soup, salad, dinner and dessert. RSVP required by Jan. 31. 6-8:30 p.m. 11712 E. Boone Ave. $30 per person; $50 per couple. (509) 891-5980.

Friday

Arbor Crest Wine Cellars - Wooden salt and pepper grinders crafted by Lee Baughman, as part of the Spokane Valley Art Tour. Enjoy wine and appetizers from Ambrosia Bistro; 5-8 p.m. 4705 N. Fruithill Road. Free admission. (509) 927-9463.

Glass Infusion Art Gallery - Art, glass, wine and music, as part of the Spokane Valley Art Tour Art. 5-8:30 p.m. 14109 E. Sprague Ave, (across from Big Lots). Free admission. (509) 990-4527.

Millwood Gallery - Vintage collages by Shanda Woodward during February, reception 5-8 p.m. today. Hours are Wednesdays-Saturdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. 9009 E. Euclid Ave., Millwood. (509) 927-2222.

Mommy and Me Club - Social group open to all new mom, babies (up to two years old), and moms-to-be. Support, encouragement, teaching, learning, sharing, playtime and fun. Also features free weight checks, breastfeeding support by certified lactation consultants, activities and guest speakers. There is no need to RSVP or attend regularly. Call (509) 473-5706 or e-mail johnsond@empirehealth.org or lloydcl1@empirehealth.org for more information; 10 a.m.-noon. Valley Hospital Health and Education Center, Davis Room, 12606 E. Mission Ave. Free.

Nodland Cellars - Art Exhibit by Debbie Hughbanks, as part of the Spokane Valley Art Tour, with music and wine; 5:30-8:30 p.m. 11616 E. Montgomery Drive, #70. Free admission. (509) 927-7770.

On Sacred Grounds - “A Joyous Country Affair” art show and sale by Janet Adams and Tom Kliewer, Jan. 26-Feb. 28, with reception today from 5-7 p.m. 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. (509) 747-6294.

Pamee’s Art Studio - Oil paintings by amee Hohner & Delores Hickey, through Feb. 19, with Valley First Friday opening today from 5-8 p.m., and Saturday, 1-5 p.m. 9007 E. Euclid Ave., Millwood. (509) 863-8485.

Teresa’s Art Glass - Reception for artist Shanda Woodward, Vintage Collage, Steam Punk artist, refreshments; 5-8:30 p.m. 9009 E. Euclid Ave., Millwood. Free admission. (509) 927-2222.

Saturday

Pamee’s Art Studio - Oil paintings by amee Hohner & Delores Hickey, through Feb. 19, with Valley First Friday opening Feb. 4, 5-8 p.m., and Saturday, 1-5 p.m. 9007 E. Euclid Ave., Millwood. (509) 863-8485.