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Sun., May 24, 2015

Arts/crafts

ArtFest – Friday-May 31. Three days of art, music, food and the popular Make-It-Art Kids Fair with children’s hands-on art making area. Make-It tent is open Friday, 3-7 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Live musical performances and a wine and beer garden until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday. Hours are Friday, noon-10 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Coeur d’Alene Park, Browne’s Addition, between Second and Fourth avenues and Spruce and Chestnut streets. Free admission. (509) 456-3931.

Carvers’ Rendezvous - June 5-7. Learn to carve, improve your skills or just have fun. Spokane Carvers is hosting a three-day event at the Spokane KOA on Barker Road. Morning and afternoon classes on Friday and Saturday. Instructors from throughout the Northwest and a wide variety of styles. Potluck on Friday evening; barbecue on Saturday evening. Begins June 5, 8:30 a.m., KOA Campground, 13311 W. Euclid Road. $1 to $5 for wood. (509) 244-3467 or 467-3342.

Farm Chicks Antiques Show - June 6-7. Features 300 spaces with antiques, vintage objects, handmade goods and many vendors. Hours are Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Sunday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $8/day, cash only. (509) 954-1692.

40th Idaho State Button Show - June 12-13. 40th anniversary show hosted by the local Historical Button Club of Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington. Show theme is “A Berry Wonderful 40 Years” and will feature displays and sales of thousands of antique and collectible buttons dating from the 1700s to the present. Members judge the Button Tray Competition on Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with an evening dinner program on Medieval Buttons presented by Janelle Giles of California. Exhibit and sale Friday 7-10 p.m. and Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Contact sckincaid@gmail.com or momofks@roadrunner.com for more information. Best Western Coeur d’Alene, 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $3. (208) 773-7528.

Craft classes/workshops

Build an Adirondack Chair - Master woodworker Len Zeoli is holding a workshop for students age 18 and older. Students will take home an Adirondack chair made out of unfinished western red cedar. Students will be working in pairs. Register in advance at www.artisansbarn.org or call. June 6, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Artisans at Dahmen Barn, 419 Park Way, Uniontown. $150; $66/additional to build a leg rest. (509) 299-3414.

Home/garden

Real Dirt on Soil Workshop - In partnership with the Community Roots Gathering Garden and North Idaho College, the Inland Northwest Food Network is hosting a daylong workshop designed to provide the home gardener with an understanding of the importance of soil, as well as strategies for improving the soil health in their garden. To register, visit http://infarmu.org/event/workshop- the-real-dirt-on-soil. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., North Idaho College, 1000 W. Garden Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $35. (503) 307-4505.

Aktion Club Flower Planting - Join the Aktion Club as they plant flowers in Honey Locust Lane. May 31, noon-3 p.m., Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. (509) 625-6600

Beginning Bird Watching Classes - The Friends of Turnbull and Spokane Audubon Society are offering beginning bird watching classes for ages 8-80. To register, send email to activities@fotnwr.org or call. June 6, 9-11 a.m., Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge, 26010 S. Smith Road, Cheney. $3/family entrance fee. (509) 235-4723.

Arbor Day Celebration - Activities include a plant sale, bake sale and tours of the Arboretum and Bonner County Historical Society open house. June 6, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Lakeview Park, 611 S. Ella Ave., Sandpoint. Free. (208) 683-2387.

Therapeutic Horticulture - Learn about the therapeutic benefits of a peaceful garden setting, and how you can use plants in your garden to promote wellness of your mind and body. Presented by Master Gardener Cathi Lamoreux. June 6, 2 p.m., Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main St., Fairfield. Free. (509) 893-8320.

An Evening with Pat Munts - Hear about drought tolerant plants for the region and how to be good stewards of your own backyard. Then shop the nursery with guidance from Munts and nursery owner, Diane Stutzman. Reserve your spot by calling or emailing vegesdal@inlandnwlandtrust.org. June 9, 6 p.m., Desert Jewels, 9809 E. Upriver Drive. Free admission. (509) 328-2939.

Animals

Spokane Kennel Club Dog Show - There will be more than 1,000 dogs, participating in events such as conformation, rally and obedience and competing for the title Best of Show. Vendors will be there all weekend with their dog related goods. Several breed clubs and rescues will be there participating in Meet in Breed so you can get to know some of these great dog breeds a little better. Only dogs entered in the show are allowed on the grounds. Today, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St. $5/parking. (509) 328-7652.

Tea With Tucker Enjoy vegan tapas along with shabby chic goodies from Goodwill and music. Funds generated from this special tea will be applied toward the creation of a peaceful animal memorial garden and a community vegetable garden at River’s Wish Animal Sanctuary. Tickets must be purchased in advance at www.eventbrite.com/ e/tea-with-tucker-tickets- 15740285618. June 7, 1 p.m., River’s Wish, 11511 W. Garfield Road. $55/one; and $100/two. (509) 951-3650.

Band Together for the Animals - SCRAPS is hosting an animal welfare event to celebrate the first year of the Regional Animal Welfare facility. The day includes tours, door prizes, animal related vendors and more. June 13, 10 a.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave. Free. (509) 477-2532.

Parade of Paws - A 2- or 4-mile pledge walk to benefit the animals at the Spokane Humane Society waiting for a forever home. Day of event registration starts at 8 a.m. Early registration is available June 19, noon-7 p.m. Virtual Walkers are also welcome online. Many prizes are available for teams and individuals raising the most funds. June 20, 10 a.m., Spokane Humane Society, 6607 N. Havana St. Pledges. (509) 467-5235, ext. 211.

Come Feed the Buffalo - Through Sept. 30. Come feed the buffalo and take a tour at Win-Tur Bison Farm. Gifts, souvenirs, leather goods, jewelry and more are available at the farm gift shop. Groups welcome. Cash or check only. No pets. Tours are Fridays-Sundays on the hour between noon and 4 p.m., Win-Tur Bison Farm, 4742 Highway 231, Springdale, Wash. $5-$6. (509) 258-6717.

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