Calendar

Today

Author Esta Rosevear - Children’s author presents her latest book in her Rebecca series, “Rebecca and the Purple Bracelet,” followed by book signing; noon-3 p.m. Hastings, 15312 E. Sprague Ave. (509) 924-0667.

Cool Water Bikes Annual Poker Ride and Run - Check-in begins at 10 a.m. Bicycle route is 10 miles and run/walk route is 1-3 miles. Ride or walk must be completed by 1 p.m. to be eligible for prizes. For more information, visit www.coolwaterbikes.org; 10 a.m.-2 p.m. New Community Church, 1003 E. Trent Ave., Suite 160. Free, but donations accepted. (509) 747-6686.

Liberty Lake Community Yard Sale - 18th annual event typically features 200-plus homes participating. Food and vendors will be at centrally located Pavillion Park (Molter Road and Country Vista Drive). A map is available online at www.libertylakesplash.com; 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (509) 892-5811.

Liberty Lake Farmers Market - 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Liberty Square Building parking lot, 1421 N. Meadowwood Lane, Liberty Lake. (509) 879-4965.

Rockford Farmers Market - 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Rockford Park. (509) 892-4412 or (509) 291-3722.

Spokane Carvers Association 10th Annual Rendezvous - Through Sunday. A fun event of fun, food, carving and friendship. A list of instructors will offer classes at very minimal cost. Free barbecue at 5:30 p.m. on Saturday. Tools and sharpening will also be available. KOA campground, 3025 N. Barker Road. (509) 924-1186.

Spokane Valley Relay for Life 2011 - Teams will camp out at East Valley High School to take turns walking around a track. 6 p.m.-8:30 a.m. East Valley High School, Wellesley at Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. (509) 242-8286.

Monday

Canning Jams and Jellies - Presented by Master Food Preserver Sheila Domon. Learn to put up jams and jellies to enjoy the whole year through. Presented as part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series; 6 p.m. Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road. Free. (509) 893-8260.

Central Valley School District - The board of directors meets; 6:30 p.m. Learning and Teaching Center, 19307 E. Cataldo Ave. (509) 228-5400.

West Valley budget meeting - The special meeting is being held to get input from the community on which programs can be cut and which should be saved; 6:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m. West Valley High School, 8301 E. Buckeye Ave. (509) 924-2150.

Tuesday

Container and Winter Hardy Fuchsias - Presented by Master Gardener Mike Altman. Learn how to plant, feed, prune and winter-over hardy fuchsias in the Inland Northwest. Presented as part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series; 6 p.m. Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave. Free. (509) 893-8390.

East Valley School District - The board of directors meets; 6 p.m. District Administration Center, 12325 E. Grace Ave. (509) 924-1830.

Flag exchange - Bring your old flags for proper disposal. In honor of Flag Day the first 50 people will get a free new flag. There will also be free hot dogs, pop corn, snow cones and pop; 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Sullivan Park Assisted Living, 421 S. Adams Road. (509) 924-5555.

Iced Tea and Mysteries - Join us for a grand world tour of mystery and mayhem as we explore foreign countries through their famous literary detectives - discover new mystery destinations and share your favorites. Presented as part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program – Literary Series; 6:30 p.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St. Free. (509) 893-8320.

Spokane Valley City Council budget retreat - Agenda items include the 2012 budget and prioritization of capital projects; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place. (509) 921-1000.

Spokane Valley City Council meeting - Tentative agenda items include discussion on a street vacation and a discussion on one-way Sprague; 6 p.m. Spokane Valley City Hall, 11707 E. Sprague Ave. 921-1000.

Wednesday

Meet the principal candidates - Finalists to replace Kindergarten Center principal Joanne Comer will be present at a community forum. 6:30-8 p.m. Central Valley Administration Office, 19307 E. Cataldo Ave. (509) 228-5400.

Millwood Farmers Market - 3-7 p.m. Outdoors at 3223 N. Marguerite Road. (509) 924-2350.

Friday

’50s Family Night - Celebrate the end of the school year with a burger, fries, pop and ice cream sundae for $6.99. People are also invited to bring their classic cars for an impromptu car show; 5-7 p.m. Jenny’s Café, 9425 E. Sprague Ave. (509) 928-8055.

Community yard sale – Friday and June 18. Multiple homes in Fairfield will be participating in a community yard sale. Maps will be available at local businesses. Hours are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. each day.

Family movie night - “Space Jam” at 6 p.m. and “Despicable Me” at 8 p.m. The movies are free; concession items will be available for purchase. Bring your pillows and blankets to sit on; 5:30 p.m. Valley HUB, 19619 E. Cataldo Ave. (509) 927-0602.

Inland Empire Railway Historical Society – Friday and June 18. Visitors may ride the train, tour the Museum of Inland Northwest railroading, test their knowledge of “What is it?” and participate in “Make it and Take it.” Fundraiser to help the Society move to its new site near Reardan. Hours are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. each day. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $5/family, $10/car/van. (509) 924-9781.