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Eastern Washington

This Week

Jubilee International Marketplace - Annual sale of fairly traded handcrafts from around the world by more than 30 fair trade organizations and local vendors. The market is a mission of the church and provides a fair wage to the crafts people in developing countries. Soup lunch and refreshments available from Christ Kitchen. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. First Presbyterian Church, 318 S. Cedar St. Free admission. (509) 448-0805.

St. John’s Bazaar and Rummage Sale - Baked goods, German sausage, crafts and more. Lunch and dinner available on both days. Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. with rummage sale closing at 4 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. with rummage sale closing at 3 p.m. Saturday, St. John Lutheran Church - Medical Lake, 223 S. Hallett St., Medical Lake. (509) 299-4114.

Scandinavian Bazaar - Items for sale from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. include Scandinavian specialties such as lefse, rosettes, krumkakes and sandbakkels, plus other holiday cookies and crafts. A Kaffe Stua will be held from 9-11 a.m. The Norwegian coffee hour will feature homemade Scandinavian specialties served by women in traditional dress. Proceeds benefit local charity organizations. Saturday, Central Lutheran Church, 512 S. Bernard St. $6 for five treats and coffee. (509) 624-9233.

“The Eucharistic Miracles of the World” - A collection of more than 130 panels presenting principal Eucharistic Miracles, including one involving Archbishop Bergoglio of Buenos Aires, who is now Pope Francis. Saturday: Mass (7:30 a.m.), Vatican exhibition, Adoration, speakers, rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet (8 a.m.-7 p.m.), Mass celebrated by Bishop Thomas Daly (4:30 p.m.) Sunday: Mass (7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.), Vatican exhibition (8 a.m.-2 p.m.). Saturday-Sunday, 7:30 a.m., St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 505 W. St. Thomas More Way, Town and Country. (509) 466-0220.

Fall Bazaar - Featuring lefse, 13-bean soup mix, Christmas cookies, handcrafts, Grannie’s Attic, quilt raffle and coffee and snack bar. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 8441 N. Indian Trail Road. (509) 465-0779.

Fall Bazaar - Arts and crafts, Christmas items, attic treasures and more. Serving lunch of soup, bread, beverage and dessert from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Fowler United Methodist Church, 3928 N. Howard St. $6/lunch. (509) 327-5837.

Bazaar and Bake Sale - Blankets, lap quilts, baby items, wall hangings, Christmas items and used books. Continental breakfast of cinnamon rolls, coffee, tea and juice available. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Liberty Park Methodist Church, 1526 E. 11th Ave. (509) 535-5905.

Bazaar - Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Hamblen Park Presbyterian Church, 4102 S. Crestline St. (509) 448-1061.

Annual Bazaar - Baked good, handcrafted items, jewelry, plants and books. Saturday, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Pilgrim Lutheran Church, 2733 W. Northwest Blvd. (509) 325-5738.

Annual Fall Bazaar - Featuring baked goods, white elephant, quilts and raffle and Rada cutlery. Lunch offerings include soup, chili, assorted breads, fruit pies and cheesecakes. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Emmanuel Presbyterian Church, 1926 W. Chelan Ave. (509) 326-1252.

St. Mark Lutheran Church Bazaar and Bake Sale - Crafts, seconds, gift baskets, gently used furniture. Bake sale items include lefse, cookies, pies, breads, candies and more. We will be serving coffee, hot chocolate and sweet treats all day. Saturday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Marks Lutheran Church, 316 E. 24th Ave. (509) 747-6677.

Craft Sale - Christmas items, gifts, jewelry, quilt raffle and more. Presented by the Mary Martha Guild. Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Hope Lutheran Church, 17909 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley.

Hope, Peace and Healing 2015 - This “God Will Reveal Himself to You” retreat ministry will feature an inspirational talk from the Rev. Thomas A. Daly and a keynote speech from the Rev. Craig Hightower. Brunch will be served. Call (509) 448-1224 or visit www.ihrc.net to register. Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Spokane Club, 1002 W. Riverside Ave. Free. (509) 838-8511.

Feed Medical Lake - A free meal the second Monday of the month, 5-6 p.m. Monday, St. John Lutheran Church - Medical Lake, 223 S. Hallett St., Medical Lake. (509) 714-1150.

2015 Flannery Lecture - Sister Ilia Delio will present “Evolution and the Power of Love: Towards a Holistic Consciousness.” For more information, call (509) 313-6782 or visit gonzaga.edu/religious-studies. Monday, 6:30 p.m., Gonzaga University, Cataldo Hall, 502 E. Boone Ave. (509) 328-4220.

Mid-Week Knitting/Crocheting Retreat - Sandy Krause and Sister Christiana Marie will lead this “Knit Together in Prayer” retreat. Participants will explore the connection between their prayer life and what they create. Hats and mittens made at this retreat will be donated to St. Margaret’s Shelter. Tuesday-Thursday, Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $192/person; $294/couple; $107/commuter. (509) 448-1224.

Holiday Bazaar and Bake Sale - Friday-Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Open Heart Chapel, 4123 N. Monroe St. (509) 842-0432.

Upcoming

Hollyfaire Arts & Crafts Fair - Ninth annual event featuring more than 40 vendors and an assortment of homemade crafts, baked goods and more. Lunch available for purchase. Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Lake City Assembly of God, 400 E. Grace St., Medical Lake. (509) 299-3139.

Annual Craft Fair - All types of local handmade items. Nov. 14, 9 a.m., Chattaroy Community Church, 3711 E. Chattaroy Road, Chattaroy. Free. (509) 590-6463.

VCS Art & Craft Show - Local artists, crafters and small businesses. Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Valley Christian School, 10212 E. Ninth Ave., Spokane Valley. $2. (509) 924-9131.

Fall Bazaar - Crafts, bake shop, white elephant items, books, raffle, soup lunch and apple dumplings. Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Audubon United Methodist Church, 3908 N. Driscoll Blvd. (509) 325-4541.

St. Francis of Assisi Parish Women’s Club Bazaar - Featuring baked goods, a country store, baskets that will be raffled off, a boutique and more. A luncheon will be available beginning at 11 a.m. Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St. Francis of Assisi, 4420 N. Jefferson St. (509) 325-1321.

St. John’s Cathedral Holiday Bazaar - Proceeds benefit the work Guild members do in the church and the community. Lunch will be available from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. for a small fee. Tours of the Cathedral will be offered from 11 a.m.-2 p.m., and the bookstore and coffee cart will also be open. Raffle baskets are worth at least $100 and tickets are $1 each. Nov. 14, 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. (509) 838-4277.

Chili Feed Fundraiser - Event benefits local families at Christmas and will help send useful items to men and women in the military serving in Iraq. If you would like to make a reservation, call Milly Kropp at (509) 928-1979. Nov. 14, 4-6 p.m., Otis Orchards Community Church, 23304 E. Wellesley Ave., Otis Orchards-East Farms. Free, donations accepted. (509) 926-9552.

Toasting and Tasting-Wine Tasting and Auction - Proceeds benefit the church’s outreach programs including Second Harvest, Bites-to-Go, Women and Children’s Free Restaurant, SNAP, Girl Scouts, summer camps and theater camps. Nine local vinters will provide samples and answer questions about their wine. The event will also feature hors d’oeuvres and live and silent auctions. For more information, call (509) 448-2255. Nov. 14, 6:30-9:30 p.m., St. Stephens Episcopal Church, 5720 S. Perry St. $40.

Introduction to Buddhism Classes - This six-week course is open to anyone interested in learning more about the basic teachings of Buddha. Activities consist of lectures, discussion, online readings and DVDs. There is no required text for this course. Contact Sensei Paul at paulv78w@yahoo.com with questions. Nov. 15, 12:30-1:45 p.m., Spokane Buddhist Temple, 927 S. Perry St. Free; donations welcome. (509) 534-7954.

Awaken to Agelessness - Steps for a timeless mind and reversing your biological clock. Call (509) 838-6518 to register. Nov. 15, 1 p.m., Unity Spiritual Center, 2900 S. Bernard St. $35. (509) 389-7290.

90-Year Celebration Concert - Spokane Melody Singers men’s group will sing gospel and patriotic music. New members welcome. Donations to benefit StreetWise Ministries. Nov. 15, 3 p.m., The Gathering House, 733 W. Garland Ave. (509) 270-0399.

Spokane Inter-Faith Council - Meets third Tuesday of the month at 6 p.m. Nov. 17, Kress Gallery, River Park Square, 808 W. Main Ave., level three. (360) 989-8217.

The Resiliency Project: The Story of Life in Unlikely Places - An initiative of Youth for Christ giving young people a platform to share their stories with our broad community through creative arts. Youth from West Central and Hillyard will be sharing their stories of resiliency through music, art, dance and poetry. Nov. 17, 7 p.m., Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $20/advance, $23/day of show. (509) 327-7721.

Coffee and Contemplation - Enjoy discussion and prayer time over a roll and hot beverage. People of all faiths welcome. Heather Berndt, “SoulCollage as Spiritual Practice.” Nov. 18, 9-11 a.m., Immaculate Heart Retreat Center, 6910 S. Ben Burr Road. $10. (509) 448-1224.

“A Grateful Nation” - The Northwest Sacred Music Chorale presents their fall concert. Nov. 18, 7 p.m., St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. $16-$22. (208) 446-2333.

Membership Exploration Event - This is a time for non-members to learn more about the church, ask questions, get to know the staff, and learn about becoming a member. Child care will be provided. RSVP to Pastor Craig at craig@millwoodpc.org or call the church office. Nov. 18, 7 p.m., Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road. (509) 924-2350.

“Why Do the Arts and Faith Matter to Each Other” - Jeremy Begbie presents the Staley Lecture. He is the Thomas A. Langford Research Professor in Theology at Duke Divinity School and founding director of Duke Initiatives in Theology and the Arts, one of the main aims of which is to foster theological-artistic links between Duke and Cambridge. He is also a Fellow of the Royal School of Church Music. Nov. 19, 7 p.m., Whitworth University, Weyerhaeuser Hall’s Robinson Teaching Theatre, 300 W. Hawthorne Road. Free. (509) 777-3280.

Craft Show - Davenport - Crafts, bakery items, decorations and raffles. Nov. 20, 11 a.m., Davenport Edwall United Methodist Church, 210 Sixth St., Davenport. Soup, biscuit and pie for $5. (509) 725-2465.

Introduction to Photography - Workshops are led by pastor Gen Heywood. Those interested in attending can pick up a Workshops Informational Outline form on the foyer table outside the church sanctuary or have it emailed to them. For more information or to reserve a space, call Heywood at (509) 926-7173. Nov. 21, 9 a.m.-noon., Veradale United Church of Christ, 611 N. Progress Road, Spokane Valley. Free; suggested donation of $25 per session for adults; $5 for students and seniors.

Parish Thanksgiving Dinner - Dinner will be held at noon, following the 10:30 a.m. worship service. An offering will be taken. Milk, coffee and water will be provided with the meal. All are welcome, and child care will be available. Nov. 22, noon, St. John’s Cathedral, 127 E. 12th Ave. (509) 838-4277.

Community Dinner - Free family-friendly dinner for anyone who would like to have a meal in fellowship with others. Reservations are helpful, but not required. Call the office at (509) 926-7966. Nov. 24, 6 p.m., Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 2511 S. Pines Road, Spokane Valley.

Idaho

This Week

Christmas Bazaar - Lefse, quilts, crafts, baked goods and Scandinavian pastries. Homemade soup offered from 9 a.m. until gone. Saturday, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., Trinity Lutheran Church, 812 N. Fifth St., Coeur d’Alene. (208) 664-4340.

A Choral Tapestry - Spokane Choral Artists weave together their choral favorites from over the centuries. Featuring Jeffrey Van’s “A Procession Winding Around Us” with guest artist, local guitarist John Paul Shields. Saturday, 7:30 p.m., First Presbyterian Church Coeur d’Alene, 521 Lakeside Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $15/advance, $18/door, students and seniors: $12/advance, $15/door. (509) 979-4656.

Polish Fall Festival - Hosted by St. Stanislaus Ladies Altar Society and Knights of Columbus. Bingo, kids games and baked goods, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; dinner of Polish sausage and fried chicken with all the trimmings served 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Polish music and raffles. Sunday, St. Stanislaus Church, parish hall, 812 W. Second St., Rathdrum. Dinner: $8/adults, $3.50/ages 6-12, free/ages five and younger, $30/family. (208) 687-4407.

Friendship Kitchen - Community meal on Thursdays, 4-5:30 p.m. Thursday, St. George’s Parish Center, 2010 N. Lucas St., Post Falls. Free. (208) 773-4715.

“A Grateful Nation” - Tickets are available at www.NWSMC.org and in Coeur d’Alene at Trinity Lutheran Church, Great Harvest Bread Company, 3510 N. Government Way, and Northwest Music Center, 3700 N. Government Way. Friday-Nov. 14, Trinity Lutheran Church - CdA, 812 N. Fifth St., Coeur d’Alene. $16-$22. (208) 446-2333.

Upcoming

Chili Supper - Boy Scout Troop 211 sponsored by Christ the King Lutheran Church will offer all you can eat chili or vegetable soup and homemade pie or cake. Proceeds will help the troop to replace camping equipment and subsidize outdoor events Nov. 14, 5-7 p.m., Christ the King Lutheran Church, 1700 E. Pennsylvania Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $7/adults; $3/age 12 and younger. (208) 664-9231.

Annual Holiday Bazaar - Baked cookies and candy by the pound, handcrafted treasures, handmade wood furniture, gift baskets, cafe and raffle – including a hand quilted king-size quilt. Nov. 21, 9 a.m., Lutheran Church of the Master, 4800 N. Ramsey Road, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 765-1002.