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Sun., Jan. 25, 2015

Craft Classes/Workshops

Creative Expressions - Share your ideas and learn about embroidery machines from qualified instructors. Machine embroidery applique will be the emphasis this month. Tuesday, 6-8 p.m., Sew Uniquely You, 11402 N. Newport Highway, Suite C. $10. (509) 467-8210.

Adult Beginning Sewing Level I - Feb. 4-25. Learn to sew or improve your skills in this hands-on beginner class. Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon, Top Stitch, 3808 N. Monroe St. $70. (509) 328-7397.

Adult Beginning Sewing Level II & III - Feb. 4-25. Improve your skills and build on what you’ve learned in Level I. Completion of Level I or equivalent experience. Hands-on class series. Wednesdays, 4-6 p.m., Top Stitch, 3808 N. Monroe St. $70. (509) 328-7397.

Machine Embroidery Workshop - Learn the seven things that will simplify machine embroidery. Feb. 5, 10 a.m., Top Stitch, 3808 N. Monroe St. $40. (509) 328-7397.

Fit for Real People - Feb. 13-March 6. Love to sew but have problems with fitting? Learn from a trained instructor how to alter patterns to fit you. This is a hands-on class for intermediate level. Fridays, 4-6 p.m., Top Stitch, 3808 N. Monroe St. $95. (509) 328-7397.

Home/Garden

“Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food” – The city of Moscow and the University of Idaho Extension present a reception and panel discussion showcasing the social and economic reach farmers have in their communities. There will be a no-host bar, light appetizers and door prizes. Thursday, 6-9 p.m., Kenworthy Performing Arts Centre, 508 S. Main St., Moscow. Free. (208) 882-4127.

Super Bird Open House - Meet live birds of prey, learn about the Great Backyard Bird Count, make a bird feeder, and play bird-related games. Saturday, 10 a.m., West Valley Outdoor Learning Center, 8706 E. Upriver Drive. $5 suggested donation. (509) 340-1028.

“Brown Thumbs” Professional Gardening Course - Feb. 4-March 25. Learn to garden like a pro in this eight-week course. This course will consist of two-hour classes held each Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. Upon completion, students will receive a $50 Ritters gift card and a certificate of completion. Register by phone or in person at Ritter’s Florist and Nursery, 10120 N. Division St. $150/person. (509) 467-5258.

“Northwest Gardener’s Handbook: Your Complete Guide” – The next meeting of the Inland Empire Gardeners will feature local gardening experts and writers Pat Munts and Susan Mulvihill. Their new book is “Your Complete Guide: Select, Plan, Plant, Maintain, Problem-Solve - Oregon, Washington, Northern California, British Columbia.” You will have an opportunity to purchase your own signed copy at the meeting. Whether you’re designing a garden from scratch or maintaining one that you’ve had for years, this talk will be filled with all the need-to-know information to make your Northwest garden a success. Feb. 5, 6:30 p.m., CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place. Free. (509) 535-8434.

Horticulture Workshops - The 2015 University of Idaho and Idaho Master Gardener’s Annual Horticulture Workshops are as follows: Feb. 9, 6-8 p.m., Idaho Native Tree and Forest Shrub ID, $10; Feb. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Introduction to Beekeeping, $25/individual or $30/pair sharing materials; Feb. 23, 6-8 p.m., Basic Vegetable Gardening for Northern Idaho, $10; March 7, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Chicks in the City - Raising Chickens within City Limits, $10; March 9, 6-8 p.m., Get Busy Preserving, Canning, Dehydrating and Freezing Your Garden’s Bounty, $10; March 14, 1-4 p.m., Ethnobotanical Explorations, $10; March 16, 6-8 p.m., Vermiculture: Composting with Worms, $10; March 23, 6-8 p.m., Organic Roses and Rose Care, $10; March 30, 6-8 p.m., Soils 101, $10. Registration requested. University of Idaho Kootenai County Extension Office, 1808 N. Third St., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 446-1680.

Animals

Furry Friends and Fitness - Learn how to lose weight while you exercise with your pets. Taught by Sandra Philbin. Please do not bring your pets to the class. Saturday, 10 a.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave. Free. (509) 477-2984.

Spokane Humane Society Puppy Bowl VII - The Spokane Humane Society is teaming up with the Yuppy Puppy to present Puppy Bowl VII. Some of the cutest shelter puppies will battle it out for a place in your homes and hearts. Saturday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Yuppy Puppy, 9511 N. Newport Highway. (509) 467-8221.

Pamper Your Pet - The experts at Peaceful Paws Massage will show the correct way to give your dog a massage, and SCRAPS will provide information on healthy treats, winter hazards and tips for exercising indoors. Dogs are welcome. Cat owners are invited, but please don’t bring your pet. Feb. 7, 1 p.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave. Free. (509) 477-2532.

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