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Sun., March 15, 2015

Rough Start Horse Rescue Benefit Concert and Auction - Scott Helmer and Sammy Eubanks perform, followed by an auction. Tickets available by phone, at the Country Store (north Spokane or Sprague locations only), or visit www.RoughStart.net. Thursday, 7 p.m., Knitting Factory, 919 W. Sprague Ave. $10. (509) 236-2380.

24 Hours of Schweitzer - The seventh annual “24 Hours of Schweitzer,” a team relay for skiers, telemark skiers and snowboarders, benefitting cystinosis research and in honor of Hank Sturgis of Sandpoint, who has been diagnosed with cystinosis. 24 Hours of Schweitzer is a team relay for skiers, telemark skiers and snowboarders. Friday-Saturday, Schweitzer Mountain Resort, 10000 Schweitzer Mountain Road. $150/person plus $100 in pledges. (208) 263-9555.

Afternoon Tea - The Northport Health Association Board will hold an afternoon tea benefitting community projects such as scholarships, bike helmets and bikes for children, school back packs, Christmas gifts for needy families and clinic equipment. Reservations required by today. Saturday, 1 p.m., Matteson House, 607 Center Ave., Northport. $10. (509) 732-6151.

Gold Rush 2015 - Fundraiser for Post Falls Senior Center with music by Rhythm Dogs and dinner catered by Garden Plaza of Post Falls. Tickets on sale at Post Falls Senior Center and Post Falls Chamber of Commerce. Saturday, 5-10 p.m., Greyhound Park and Events Center, 5100 W. Riverbend Road, Post Falls. $25. (208) 773-9582.

International Fly Fishing Film Festival - Showing short and feature length professionally produced films from all corners of the globe showcasing the passion, lifestyle and culture of fly fishing. There will be raffle prizes and auction items to support boat access on the Spokane River. March 25, 5 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $15 in advance, $18 day of the show. (509) 535-7084.

Girl Scouts Community Leadership Luncheon - Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho’s Community Leadership Luncheon is an annual fundraising event, celebrating the impact of Girl Scouting on girls and young women. Funds raised at this event will support troops in your community. This year, Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers will be the keynote speaker. March 27, noon., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $100/suggested donation. (509) 747-8091.

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