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Arts/Crafts

Heritage Day - Presented by the Spokane Tribe of Indians, Heritage Day includes exhibition dancing, a live river salmon exhibit, wildlife displays, language presentations, archeology displays and many educational hands-on areas including a beading booth. Experience the rich cultural heritage, history and contributions of the Spokane Indians to the local area and community. Wednesday, 10 a.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. Free. (509) 232-0803.

Craft Classes/Workshops

Fit For Real People - Do you love to sew but have problems with the fit of your garments? Learn to fit yourself. Learn your correct pattern size with only one measurement from certified instructor of Fit for Real People. Nov. 26, 10:30 a.m., Top Stitch, 3808 N. Monroe St. $95/four week session. (509) 328-7397.

Spirit Charm Necklace Workshop - Each participant will create a personalized necklace, made up of Milagros, charms, beads, and religious medals that represent a multitude of cultures and spiritual practices from around the world. The instructor will provide: handcrafted silver bales, leather cords, charms and beads, jump rings, and jewelry pliers. Please feel free to bring your own charms, beads, religious medals and pliers. The instructor will also have special charms for sale. Registration is required. Dec. 13, 1-3 p.m., Spokane Art School, 809 W. Garland Ave. $16/class; $25/supply fee. (509) 325-3001.

Home/Garden

Energy Savings Dinner - Homeowners will learn how to significantly cut energy costs, about government tax programs that pay you to improve your home and the latest technologies to make your whole house more comfortable. Seating is limited, reservation and confirmation required. Call (888) 496-6778 and give the code: 300207. Monday, 6:30 p.m., Luna Restaurant & Catering, 5620 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 448-2383.

“Charity Begins at Home: Protecting Your Family and Neighborhood” - Darrell Core, Spokane Valley Fire Department firefighter and paramedic, will speak on dealing with family emergencies at the first of three one-hour seminars. Learn important insights pertaining to family and neighborhood preparedness. There will a question and answer session and a raffle. Sponsored by St. John Vianney Knights of Columbus Council 8201. Tuesday, 6 p.m., St. John Vianney Church Hall, 503 N. Walnut Road. Free. (509) 998-0625.

Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society - “Pollinators, Predators and Plant Grazers: The Role of Insects in Home Gardens,” presentation by Stephen Augustine. Co-sponsored by Sandpoint Parks and Recreation. Nov. 22, 9:45-11:30 a.m., Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S. First Ave., Sandpoint. Free. (208) 627-3292.

Animals

14th Annual Spokane Humane Society FurrBall - The evening at the Davenport Hotel starts with a reception in the Elizabethan Room from 6 to 7:30 p.m. with a silent auction and cocktail hour. Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Dinner will be in the Grand Pennington Ballroom at 7:45 p.m. After dinner, a live auction of eight decorated Christmas trees complete with gift certificates and other items. Each tree is valued at approximately $2,500. You will also enjoy two Parades of the Animals from the Spokane Humane Society. Then, dance to live music by 6 Foot Swing in the Hall of Doges at 9:30 p.m. Tickets are available online at www.spokanehumane society.org or by phone. Nov. 15, the Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. $125/person. (509) 467-5235, ext 211.

Spokane Humane Society “Home For The Holidays” - Stop in Dec. 6 for a tour of the shelter and the new spay and neuter clinic, meet the staff and volunteers, enjoy refreshments and play with the cats and visit with the dogs. For more information, contact Kerry Wiltzius at kwiltzius@spokane humanesociety.org or by phone. 11 a.m., Spokane Humane Society, 6607 N. Havana St. Free. (509) 467-5235, ext. 211.