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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

Culinary calendar

The Backyard Club Cooking and Mixology Class - Hosted by Two Cooks with Love Catering. Upcoming classes include: Sunday, “Backyard Barbecue” from 3-5:30 p.m. and Monday from 6-8:30 p.m. RSVP required. 11712 E. Boone Ave., Spokane Valley. $30 per person; $50 per couple. (509) 891-5980.

Hot Rod Show and Burger Eating Contest - Ron’s Drive-Inn will host a hot rod show Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Great Clips will be on hand to give free buzz cuts. The burger-eating contest will begin at 2 p.m. The entry fee is $20 in advance, $25 the day of the event. Cash prizes will be awarded. Proceeds will benefit Spokane Valley Meals on Wheels. Ron’s Drive-Inn, 12502 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 924-4660.

National Sugar Cookie Day - Enjoy tasty treats with frosting and sprinkles to decorate. Saturday, 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Camp Cooking Basics - Learn how to create easy meals at camp and get tips on what to bring. July 14, 7-8:30 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.

Cherry Festival - July 16-17 and July 23-24. Visit www.greenbluffgrowers.com for map of growers. Green Bluff.

The Sweet Faire - Event will showcase local pastry, confection and wedding cake businesses. July 16, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 100 block of North Wall Street. (541) 992-3632.

Italian Cooking - La Frittata - Learn how to make Italy’s version of an omelet using eggs, sausage and fresh vegetables. Pre-registration is required. July 16, 6-8 p.m., Tullia’s Sauce House, 1407 W. Mansfield. $23. (509) 625-6200.

Cherry Pickers’ Trot and Pit Spit - Walk in this four-mile trot. Event also includes a Cherry Pit Spit contest. Visit www.greenbluffgrowers.com. July 21, 6 p.m. Green Bluff, 10321 E. Day-Mt. Spokane Road, Mead. (509) 238-4709.

Backpack Cooking Basics - Learn how to preserve, prepare, pack and cook tasty meals that won’t drag you down, from an REI expert. July 21. 7-8:30 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.

Good Food Book Club - Hosted by the Moscow Food Co-op. Discuss “Eaarth: Making Life a Tough New Planet,” by Bill McKibben. July 24, 7-8:30 p.m. Held at a private residence. Email bookclub@moscowfood.coop for directions, Moscow, Idaho. (208) 882-8537.

American Girl Tea Party - Bring your dolls and don’t forget to dress up. All ages welcome. RSVP to catherine@auntiesbooks.com or call. July 30. 11 a.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, Children’s Section, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.

Pickling - Presented by Master Food Preserver Sheila Domon. Learn some simple techniques and enjoy healthy, fat-free snacks. Presented as part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series. Aug. 9, 6 p.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8260.