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Sun., March 18, 2012

“You Can’t Take It With You” - The planned meeting date of two remarkably opposite clans goes comically awry in this Pulitzer- and Oscar- winning classic. Preview night fundraiser for Our Place. Reception with appetizers, wine and silent auction. Purchase tickets online at: gonzaga.edu/theatrearts. Thursday, 6:30 p.m. Gonzaga University, Magnuson Theatre. $22. (509) 313-6553.

A Conversation with the Queen - “A Night of Triumph with Queen Latifah” keynote speaker for a YWCA benefit. Thursday, 7:30 p.m. INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $50-$200. (800) 325-SEAT.

Eighth Annual Light the Way Dinner and Auction - “Hope Soars” with host Mark Peterson of KXLY. Benefits the American Childhood Cancer Organization Inland Northwest (formerly Candlelights of the Inland Northwest), which helps local children with cancer and their families by providing education, practical hands-on support and financial assistance. Saturday, 5-11 p.m. Doubletree Hotel, 322 N. Spokane Falls Blvd., Spokane. $75. (509) 951-8141.

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