Social calendar
Benefits/fundraisers
Lunch Social - Hosted by the Military Officers Association of America Spokane chapter. For all past and currently serving officers of the U.S. military, NOAA and PHS. The guest speaker is the director of the Eastern Washington State Veterans Cemetery. Details and a registration form may be found in the newsletter at spokanemoaa.org or by calling. Today, Northern Quest Resort & Casino, Pend Oreille Room, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $26.50. (509) 466-2108.
Spokane British Brass Band - “Seasons of Brass” – Fundraiser showcasing favorite pieces from the past 19 seasons, proceeds will be split between music program at Lewis and Clark High School and the Spokane British Brass Band. Today, 3-5 p.m., Lewis and Clark High School, auditorium, 521 W. Fourth Ave. $10/general, free/children. (509) 999-8717.
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 will support troops in your community. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers will be the keynote speaker. Friday, noon., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $100/suggested donation. (509) 747-8091.
NAWBO Uncorked - NAWBO together with their sponsor WSECU present the eighth annual UNCORKED! wine, beer and spirits tasting and auction event. The event will spotlight local wineries, breweries and signature cocktails. Guests will also enjoy food pairings. You can bid on auction items contributed by local businesses. The proceeds will be used to support Transitions, a Spokane-based nonprofit organization. Friday, 6 p.m., Martin Woldson Theater at The Fox, 1001 W. Sprague Ave. $65. (509) 624-1200.
“Share the Experience” Camp STIX Dinner Auction - Help send a kid to camp with the annual dinner auction, benefitting Camp STIX Diabetes Programs, which enable children living with Type 1 diabetes a summer camp experience in the region. Saturday, 5:30 p.m., Mirabeau Hotel and Convention Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $70/per person; or $500/table of eight. (509) 484-1366.
An Evening with Harley-Davidson - The Muscular Dystrophy Association, Lone Wolf Harley-Davidson and the local HOG Chapter will be joined by MDA families to experience this magical evening of hope for those living with neuromuscular disease. This year’s event will feature a cocktail hour, live and silent auctions, dinner and guest speakers. Saturday, 6 p.m., Barrister Winery, 1213 W. Railroad Ave. $50. (509) 325-3747.
Let’s Play for the Symphony - 25th annual fundraising event sponsored by the Forte Plus Chapter of the Spokane Symphony Associates. Table games such as bridge or mahjong, luncheon and an auction are featured. March 30, 10 a.m., Manito Country Club, 5303 S. Hatch Road. $25. (509) 458-8733.
Cowboy Ball - Raise funds for capital improvements to the Kootenai County Fairgrounds and educational scholarships for area youth. Line dancing lessons, live auction, buffet dinner and best dressed awards. Featuring live performances by Kelly Hughes Band and Sam Platts & the Kootenai Three. Currently only selling table sponsorships for this event. April 10, 5-10 p.m., Kootenai County Fairgrounds, Building 1, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene. Starting at $500 (table of eight). (208) 765-4969.
Hope Run - All proceeds go to the American Cancer Organization of the Inland Northwest to help local children with cancer. Routes are 5 or 10 kilometers on the Children of the Sun trail in north Spokane. All race participants receive a commemorative T-shirt. Medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each event. No pets allowed; walkers and strollers must start in the back. April 11, 9 a.m., Farwell Elementary School, 13005 N. Crestline St. $25.