What’s happening

Spoke-Ed & SpokeFest Packet Pick-up Pick up your SpokeFest ride packet at REI and join local partners for an afternoon of fun and cycling education. The patio will be filled with the people who know about cycling in Spokane. An REI bicycle technician can assist with a safety tune-up on bikes in preparation for Spokefest. Talk to a sales specialist for help with bike fit. Find new ways to involve your family in Spokane’s cycling community. Saturday, 1 p.m., REI, 1125 N. Monroe St. Free. (509) 328-9900.

Coeur d’Alene Walk to Defeat ALS A 3-mile walk and an opportunity to bring hope to people living with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and raise money for a cure. No registration fee, but donations are accepted. Saturday, 9 a.m., Riverstone Park, Coeur d’Alene. (208) 660-7514.

“High Five” fifth annual Hillyard Hippie Happening A celebration of harmony, friendship, community and co-existing with our planet. Food, vendors, contests and free live music on two stages. Join us in the best hippie garb and best dancer contests. Presented by the Historic Hillyard Merchants Committee. Saturday, 10 a.m., 5000 N. Market St., Hillyard. Free. (509) 216-4819.

North Idaho Summer Adventure Series The Idaho Conservation League continues its series of trips with a Chimney Rock hike on Saturday; Upper Priest Lake kayak on Sunday; and Big Fisher Lake trip on Sept. 12. Space limited on all hikes, so advance reservations required. Sandpoint. Free. (208) 265-9565.

Improving Birth Rally This gathering is part of a nationwide movement to promote evidence-based birth practices, informed decision making, and respect for the rights and humanity of birthing moms. The Rally to Improve Birth is not a protest, but is meant to raise awareness about the maternity care crisis in our country and what we can do to help. Saturday, 10 a.m., Franklin Park, 5100 N. Division St. Free. (509) 370-6058.

Another Day, Another Castle: The Joy of Traveling in Europe Dennis Bergstrom, retired SPL branch manager and seasoned traveler, will share a slide show travelogue of his adventures throughout the countries of Europe. Monday, 6:30 p.m., South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St. Free. (509) 444-5385.

Lunchtime Book Group: “Swamplandia” An informal, brown-bag lunch and book discussion of the Spokane is Reading selection “Swamplandia,” by Karen Russell. Wednesday, noon, Spokane Public Library Downtown, 906 W. Main Ave., Meeting Room 1B. Free. (509) 444-5336.

Spokane Chiefs Hockey vs. Tri-City at Eastern Washington University’s University Recreation Center in Cheney. Thursday, 7:05 p.m. (509) 279-7000.