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Sun., June 12, 2011

Arts/Crafts

Spokane Carvers Association Ninth Annual Rendezvous - Instructors will offer classes in chip carving, relief carving, in-the-round and woodburning (bring your burner) for a minimal cost. Tools and sharpening also available. Today, KOA campground, 3025 N. Barker Road, Spokane Valley. (509) 924-1186, (509) 244-3467

Teen Knitting Club - For ages 12-18. Learn to knit, meet other teen knitters, receive free patterns and some supplies. Monday, 4 p.m., Coeur d’Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 769-2315, info@cdalibrary.org

June Bug Craft Fair - Items for sale by craft and commercial vendors, part of the Pig in the Park celebration with a smoked pork and turkey feast and live music. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., City Park, Harrison, Idaho. (208) 689-3932

Artists Loose on the Palouse Arts and Crafts Fair - Fifth annual event, July 22, 3-8 p.m.; July 23, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; July 24, noon-5 p.m. 12212 E. Palouse Highway, Valleyford. (509) 747-6294

Art on the Green - Annual event featuring artist booths, food, live entertainment and children’s activities. Sponsored by the Citizens Council for the Arts, in conjunction with Downtown Street Fair and Taste of the Coeur d’Alenes. Aug. 5, noon-7 p.m.; Aug. 6, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Aug. 7, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., North Idaho College, 1000 W. Garden Ave, Coeur d’Alene. Free admission. (208) 667-9346

Home/Garden

Native Plant Field Trips - Hosted by the Northeast Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society. Several trips offered through July 2. www.nechapterwnps.org, (509) 209-1658

Garden Clinics - WSU Pend Oreille County Master Gardeners will offer free diagnosis and advice this summer to those with home garden and landscape issues. Library locations and times include Newport Library, Thursdays, 6-8 p.m.; Pend Oreille Valley Library in Cusick, Wash., second and third Tuesday of each month, 6-8 p.m.; and Ione Library, second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 1-3 p.m. Plant and insect samples for clinics can be dropped off at the Extension Office, 418 S. Scott, on weekdays from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Garden questions and pictures can be emailed to cmack@wsu.edu or phoned in at (509) 447-2401.

Garden of the Month Contest - Enter at Northwest Seed and Pet, 2422 E. Sprague Ave., or online at www.tieg.org. Runs through Sept. 15. (509) 535-8434

Canning Jams and Jellies - Presented by Master Food Preserver Sheila Domon. Part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series. Monday, 6 p.m., Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road, Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8260

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. Part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series. Tuesday, 6 p.m., Otis Orchards Library, 22324 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards, (509) 893-8390; also June 23, 6 p.m., Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St, Airway Heights, (509) 893-8250. Free.

Hosta: The Supreme Foliage - Presented by Master Gardener Jan Baker. Brighten that shady spot in your yard by choosing from an array of cultivars of this easy-to-grow, lily-like plant. Part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series. Wednesday, 6 p.m., Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St. Free. (509) 893-8340

Bonner County Farm Tour - Four sites that include traditional agriculture, invasive weeds and small specialty farms. Thursday, east of U.S. Highway 95 and north of Sandpoint, Bonner County. $30, includes transportation, lunch and goodie bag. (208) 263-8511

“Bears and Beers: Living with Wildlife” - Becky Haag, environmental biologist from the Idaho Department of Fish and Game, will talk about the status of bears in our area and give tips on how to bear-proof your home and campsite. Thursday. 5:30 p.m., Ivano’s Wine and Martini Bar, Sandpoint. Free. (208) 265-9565

Spokane in Bloom Garden Tour - Presented by The Inland Empire Gardeners. Gardens and locations include Gone With the Wind Garden, 14815 N. River Park Lane, Nine Mile Falls; On Golden Pond Garden, 14020 N. Shoemaker Lane, Nine Mile Falls; Days of Wine and Roses Garden, 9125 N. Seven Mile Road, Nine Mile Falls; A River Runs Through It, 412 W. Road; Where the Wild Things Are, 918 E. Ballard Road, Colbert; and The Sound of Music Garden, 17516 N. Canter Lane, Colbert. With garden-related vendors, artists and live music. Lunch available at Days of Wine and Roses Garden at an additional cost, dessert available at The Sound of Music Garden. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tickets are $10, available at any of the gardens the day of the tour and at participating area nurseries. (509) 535-8434, www.tieg.org

Keeping Deer at Bay Workshop - Learn about deer habits and how to outwit them. Pat Munts will talk about deer-resistant plants, repellents and fencing. Saturday, 10-11 a.m., Sun People Dry Goods, 32 W. Second Ave, Suite 200. $15; preregistration required. (509) 368-9378

Rhubarb Festival - This year’s theme is “Garden Party,” with area artists selling garden-themed wares, artist demonstrations, children’s art activities, silent auction of donated birdhouses, a bake sale, barbecue and live music. Sponsored by CREATE Art Center. Donations of baked goods are being accepted. Saturday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m., CREATE, 900 W. Fourth Ave., Newport, Wash. (509) 447-9277, (509) 671-0558

“Queen of the Sun: What Are the Bees Telling Us?” - Documentary film about the global bee crisis, followed by question-and-answer session. Co-sponsored by the EWU Student Activities and West Plains Beekeepers Association. Saturday, 7-10 p.m., Eastern Washington University, JFK Auditorium, Cheney. Free. (509) 239-4592

Landscaping with Annuals - Presented by Master Gardener Steve Nokes. Bring color to your landscape with annuals and learn how to grow them through propagation. Part of Spokane County Library District’s Adult Summer Reading Program Backyard Bounty Series. June 20, 6 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 893-8400

Green Remodeling: Making Your Home Beautiful, Healthy and Energy Efficient - With architect Kelly Lerner. June 25, 9:30 a.m., Sun People Dry Goods, 32 W. Second Ave., Ste. 200. $25; preregistration required. (509) 368-9378

Pend Oreille Valley Lavender Festival - See lavender at peak bloom in a Tuscan garden setting, shop booths featuring regional artisans, juried artists and local growers, with demonstrations, food, live music, wine tasting and more. July 9, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and July 10, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Park at First and Calispel, Newport, Wash. $5/adults, free/age 12 and younger, $8/two-day pass, $4/bus tour. No pets except service animals. (509) 447-6451

Hidden Gardens of Colville Valley - Garden tour hosted by the American Association of University Women/Colville Branch. Garden owners and master gardeners will share tips with visitors. Proceeds benefit educational scholarships for women. July 16, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Onion Creek area, Colville. $10. (509) 684-5361, (509) 935-8857

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

Animals

West Valley Outdoor Learning Center HOOT Show - Meet raptors and learn about them from a trained educator. Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free; raffle tickets $1 each. (509) 328-9900

Farrier Clinic for Gaited Horses - Stan Trimble, master farrier from Tennessee, will facilitate a hands-on clinic for owners and farriers of gaited horses. Saturday-June 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Red Top Stables, 11875 W. Manitoba, Post Falls. Cost varies according to session; see website for details. (208) 676-1633, www.ietwhbea.weebly.com

Alpaca Sale and Festival - Featuring alpacas, hand spinners, clothing made from alpaca fibers, educational seminars, music and refreshments. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., SuperSuris Ranch, 16219 N. Day Mount Spokane Road, Green Bluff. Free. (509) 238-3191

Partners for Pets Annual Garage Sale - All proceeds will be donated to BobFund, a fund for animals in need of special surgeries or other treatments above and beyond regular care. June 25-26, 102 N. McCabe Road, across from Target on Sprague Avenue, Spokane Valley. Call to donate items. (509) 209-4721, sueandcritters@yahoo.com

All Breed Dog Show - AKC-sanctioned show by the Inland Empire Kennel Association. July 16-17, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Kootenai County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. Free admission; $5 parking. (509) 456-3784

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