Literary Calendar

Among local literary events over the coming week (free unless otherwise indicated):

Good Food Book Club - Presented by the Moscow Food Co-op. “The $64 Tomato: How One Man Nearly Lost His Sanity, Spent a Fortune, and Endured an Existential Crisis in the Quest for the Perfect Garden,” by William Alexander, today, 7-8:30 p.m. Event will be held at a private residence in Moscow, Idaho. Email bookclub@moscow food.coop for directions. (208) 882-8537

Nonfiction Book Group - “Mayflower” by Nathaniel Philbrick. Tuesday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Books Are Fun Book and Gift Fair - Books and gifts for all ages with proceeds benefiting Chase Youth Foundation. Wednesday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Spokane City Hall, first floor, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free admission. (509) 953-3246

Poetry Scribes of Spokane - Wholesome poetry for ages 18 and older. Bring a favorite poem to read. Wednesday, 1 p.m., North Spokane County Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road. (509) 796-2180

Stephen Shortridge - Coeur d’Alene artist and actor discusses his memoir, “Deepest Thanks, Deeper Apologies.” Thursday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206

Daniel Orozco - Professor of creative writing at the University of Idaho will talk about future works and his latest book, “Orientation: And Other Stories.” Friday, 7 p.m., Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206