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Spokane, Washington  Est. May 19, 1883

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KYRS 11th Anniversary Party Celebrate 11 years of community broadcasting. Live music by Milonga, silent auction, ale by Iron Goat Brewing and Paradise Creek Brewing and cider from Liberty Ciderworks. Wine and snacks also available. Saturday, 7 p.m., Riverside Place, 1108 W. Riverside Ave. $15, free for kids 12 and younger. (509) 747-3012.

Epicurean Delight Social hour begins at 6 p.m. with tastings from 30 of the region’s premier wineries and microbreweries. Enjoy signature cocktails served from an ice bar. Dinner begins at 7 p.m. in the ballroom, showcasing the area’s top restaurants and culinary talents. Award ceremony at 9, followed by dancing until midnight. Benefits the Inland Northwest Blood Center. Today, Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $150/person. (509) 232-4567.

Second Annual Hymn Festival The tribute to the late Janice Newell’s love of hymn singing will feature brass, pipe organ, strings, percussion, choirs, congregational singing and hand bell accompaniments. Newell was a longtime music teacher, church musician and organist. Sunday, 2 p.m., Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. Free. (509) 624-9233.

Second Harvest Mobile Food Bank Distribution Second Harvest and Millwood Community Presbyterian are partnering to distribute food for those in need. No documentation is needed; bring boxes for your food. Today, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Millwood. Free. (509) 924-2350.

National Veterans Day Run The second annual National Veterans Day Run offers three distances: 11K, 5K and a 1-mile family and supporter walk/run. Start/finish line in the Clocktower Meadow. Packet pick-up begins at 7 a.m., followed by a Veterans Day Ceremony at 8 a.m. Saturday, Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. Adults: $15-$50; veterans/active military: $11-$30; military spouses/teens: $5-$40; supporter: $5; children 12 and under: free. (817) 944-3573.

Spokane Chiefs Hockey The Spokane Chiefs host the Tri-City Americans at 7:05 p.m. Saturday. (Washington Army National Guard CheerStix Giveaway, first 5,000 fans, & Buck Night); Spokane Arena, 720 W. Mallon Ave. $10-$22 (discounts for kids/students/seniors/military). (509) 535-7825.

Gonzaga Volleyball vs. San Diego Gonzaga Volleyball team hosts San Diego. First 150 kids 12 and younger will receive $1 admission. Enjoy $1 hot dogs at the concession stand (while supplies last). Thursday, 6 p.m., Martin Centre, 710 E. Lower Kennedy Drive. $5/general, $4/youth and seniors. (509) 313-6000.

Super Saturday at the MAC Usher in the holiday season, experience Yuletide, watch a live art demonstration by Judy Patterson and visit the museum’s historic Campbell House in an open house format. Music by pianist Barbara Koski. Saturday, 11 a.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. Free admission. (509) 456-3931.

Deer Park Celebrates with Art Celebrate the Deer Park Library’s 16 years in the current building. Mingle with artists and musicians from your neighborhood. Today , 6-8 p.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest, Deer Park. Free. (509) 893-8300.

“Our Gem” Coeur d’Alene Lake Symposium Lake Coeur d’Alene’s social, cultural, environmental, and economic importance to the community will be the topic of conversation during this event preceding the Spokane River Forum Conference. Visit www.ourgem.org. Sunday, 8:30 a.m., Coeur d’Alene Resort, 115 S. Second St., Coeur d’Alene. $15, includes breakfast and lunch. (208) 209-5031.

“Nez Perce Tribal Culture and Oral Traditions” Presenter is Josiah Blackeagle Pinkham, member of the Nez Perce Tribe of American Indians. Thursday, 6:30 p.m., Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First Ave. $5. (509) 363-5324.

Spokane Potters’ Guild Holiday Sale Today and Saturday. Select from mugs, vases, little boxes, pitchers, ornaments, planters, plates, platters, trivets, soap dishes, sculptures, raku items, bowls, colanders and other handmade items. Cash or check only, please. Today, 4-7 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Spokane Potters Guild, 1404 N. Fiske St. (509) 532-8225.