Social calendar

Spokane River Run - Registration Open - Registration is open for the 14th Annual Spokane River Run, a trail run through Riverside State Park on April 23, featuring 5K, 10K, 25K, 50K and 50K team relay courses. The family friendly event is open to all ages and levels of experience. Proceeds benefit Spokane’s Garfield Elementary School APPLE program. Visit www.spokaneriverrun.com to register or for more information. Through April 8, , Riverside State Park, 9711 W. Charles Road, Nine Mile Falls. $19-$62.

LGBTQ Cosmic Bowling Party - Join OutSpokane for a night of Cosmic Bowling to support Spokane Pride 2017. Admission includes unlimited bowling from 9:15 p.m.-midnight, bowling shoes and ball, a pizza and pitcher of beer or soda for the lane, and everyone gets a $35 North Bowl gift card for future fun. Sign up with four friends to fill a lane or sign up individually. Featuring DJ Matt Danielson . All ages welcome. Friday, North Bowl, 125 W. Sinto Ave. $30/person. (509) 720-7609.

8th Annual Hearts for Homes Dinner and Auction - Habitat for Humanity of North Idaho is a nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing organization focused on building and preserving simple, decent affordable homes in partnership with families in need. Generating funds to support the Home Building Program and A Brush with Kindness, a home repair program to include exterior home repairs, weatherization and preservation. Families who have repairs done repay the costs for materials, again at no interest. Friday, 6 p.m., Best Western Coeur d’Alene, 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $45. (208) 762-4663.

Mad Hatter Tea Party - A special buffet featuring desserts to benefit the SCRAPS Foster and Transport Program. Meet the Queen of Hearts, Mad Hatter and White Rabbit as SCRAPS transports you through the looking glass with a sneak peek into their life-saving programs. Saturday, 1-3 p.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave., Spokane Valley. $10/person, $15/two persons. (509) 477-2532.

26th Annual Auction and Dinner Fundraiser - Preview auction items from 4:30-5 p.m. Dinner including pineapple chicken, rice, oriental salad and dirt pudding dessert will be 5-6 p.m. Silent auctions throughout evening. Loud auction begins at 6 p.m. Free child care provided. Raising funds for youth camping and activities. Saturday, 4:30 p.m., Spokane Valley United Methodist Church, 115 N. Raymond Road, Spokane Valley. $12/general, $6/age 10 and younger. (509) 924-7262.

Barn Dance Fundraiser for CAP Food Bank - A contra dance for the whole family to benefit the Community Area Partnership Food Bank in Kootenai County. All dances taught, you don’t need to bring a partner. Bring a potluck snack or dessert - coffee, tea, water and lemonade provided. Bring a non-perishable food item to enter the Cake Walk. Raffle tickets $1. Music by Northern Shore; caller is Nora Scott. Saturday, 6-9 p.m., Meadowbrook Hall, 8088 W. Meadowbrook Loop, Coeur d’Alene. $8/adults, free/age 12 and younger. (208) 416-1534.

Annunciation Greek Independence Day Luncheon - Following the Divine Liturgy. Proceeds benefits Philoptochos charities. March 26, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 1703 N. Washington St. Suggested donation: $10/adults; $5/children. (509) 328-9310.

A Taste of Broadway - An evening of elegance and entertainment with the annual benefit dinner in support of arts and culture in the community presented by Friends of the JACC. The evening starts with a hosted beer and wine service by Mangia Catering and a tour of the Art Gallery from 5-6 p.m. There will be entertainment by Jadd Davis and Coeur d’Alene Summer Theatre’s professional musical theatre performers. Advance tickets are requested by email to director@theJacklinCenter.org or by phone. March 29, 5 p.m., Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 N. William St., Post Falls. $75/person. (208) 457-8950.

PRSA Game On! Trivia Night Fundraiser - The Greater Spokane Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America is hosting a trivia night to raise scholarship funds for area communications, PR or marketing students. Rally a team or sign up individually and we’ll match you up with one! Ticket cost includes hors d’oeuvres, a drink ticket and trivia entry. March 29, 5 p.m., Rock City Grill, 2911 E. 57th Ave. $35; $15 (students). (509) 455-4400.

The Hunger Run - This event benefits the Union Gospel Mission and Second Harvest in their mission to fight hunger in the Inland Northwest. This timed, family-friendly walk/run starting at Plante’s Ferry Park has 5K and 10K course options. April 1, 9 a.m., Spokane County Parks Operations Division, 12308 E. Upriver Drive. 5K: $35/before March 31, $40/day of race; 10K: $45/before March 31, $50/day of race. (509) 532-3810.

11th Annual Spring Tea - Join us for a four-course luncheon, a raffle and silent auction. Benefit for Women & Children’s Free Restaurant and Community Kitchen, which provides a vital safety net filling nutritional gaps for women and children while fostering dignity and respect, both within the restaurant and our community. April 1, 11 a.m., The Davenport Grand Hotel, 333 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $50. (509) 324-1995, ext. 305.

Reach for the Stars Evening Gala to Benefit Victoria Siegel Foundation - This gala evening is being held to raise funds and awareness for drug overdose prevention through the Victoria Siegel Foundation by Anita Eylar, a Mrs. Washington pageant contestant. There will be appetizer stations, desserts by three local dessertiers, a wine wall and live music. There is also a silent and live auction. A table of eight purchased at one time will receive two bottles of champagne, glass flutes, a cheese tray and a personal server for the evening. April 1, 6 p.m., Philantropy Center, 1020 W. Riverside Ave. $40/person, $320/table of eight.

Girl Scouts Community Leadership Luncheon - Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho will be holding its annual event. Itron is sponsoring this year’s luncheon. This important event raises funds for scholarships, camperships and leadership programs for girls in the community. While there is not a fee to register, a minimum of $100 or more investment is encouraged. April 4, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Hotel RL Inn at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive. (509) 747-8091.

Kopanga Benefit Concert - Come enjoy live music by local bands, Troubadour and Funky Unkle, presented by Partnering for Progress. A one-of-a-kind Kopanga-inspired painting by local artist Katie Staib will be raffled. All proceeds go toward scholarships for five deserving students in Kopanga, Kenya. April 7, 7 p.m., The Observatory, 15 S. Howard St. $10. (509) 720-8408.

Spawning Run - The Washington-British Columbia Chapter of the American Fisheries Society is hosting a walk/run around Riverfront Park. The first 100 registrants will receive a water bottle, and there will be prizes for the first man and woman finisher. April 11, 11 a.m., Hotel RL Inn at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive. $12. (509) 389-1905.

Children’s Village Spring Benefit 2017 - Make a difference in the lives of children in crisis and in celebration of April being National Child Abuse Prevention month. Special evening to include dinner, entertainment, live and silent auctions and a raffle. All proceeds of this event benefit Children’s Village. April 14, 5:30 p.m., Best Western Coeur d’Alene, 506 W. Appleway Ave., Coeur d’Alene. $50. (208) 667-1189.

Children’s Miracle Network Fundraiser - Dysfunktynal Kaos, Strawberry Rocket, E.T.M, Silent Theory and Foxtrot Epidemic will be rocking your socks off to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network. April 15, 7 p.m., Palomino Club, 6425 N. Lidgerwood St. $7/advance, $10/door, $20/VIP. (509) 242-8907.

Reigning Cats and Dogs Auction - For more information, visit http://www.scrapshopefoundation.org/. April 21, 5:30 p.m., Hotel RL Inn at the Park, 303 W. North River Dr. $50 per person. (509) 326-8000.

8th Annual Murder Mystery Dinner & Silent Auction - Red Rock Catering will serve you a delicious feast, plated style, to enjoy at our VIP Oscars After-Party hosted by Hobart Hughes of Vanity Affair. Menu options include artichoke chicken, mushroom ravioli or grilled coulotte steak, each served with sides, coffee and dessert. Cash bar with ID. Suggested dress is awards show outfit or business casual. There will be a silent auction held during the event with all proceeds to benefit OutSpokane, producer of Spokane’s Annual Pride Parade and Rainbow Festival. At intermission you will also be invited to contribute directly to the Rainbow Festival fund with your tax-deductible donation. April 21, 6 p.m., Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. $55/Chicken or Vegetarian; $65/Grilled Steak. (509) 720-7609.

Chocolate and Champagne Gala - Join us for a night of chocolate, champagne, dinner, and an auction to benefit the Sexual Assault & Family Trauma Center and other vital programs of Lutheran Community Services Northwest. This is a non-profit human services agency serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon and Idaho. Our caring staff provides a wide variety of services to adults, adolescents, children, families, schools, businesses, congregations, neighborhoods and communities. To learn more about what Lutheran Community Services Northwest does, please visit our website, www.lcsnw.org, or our Chocolate & Champagne Gala page, www.lcsnw.org/ccgala. April 22, The Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post St. $95/person; $190/couple; $950/table of ten. (509) 455-8888.

Micros for Mamas - Join us for a night of music, appetizers by Waddells, dinner by Longhorn BBQ, five tastes of local brews, and a silent auction. Come and help us raise money for Spokane YoungLives. April 22, 6 p.m., Western Aviation, 6095 E. Rutter Ave., Spokane 99212. $45 per person or $400 for a table of eight. (509) 534-7371.

Pink Ribbon Run - Celebrate survivors, pay tribute to loved ones who are no longer with us and raise funds for the community to receive the treatment and support they need. April 23, 9 a.m., Riverfront Park, Race Expo - Lilac Bowl, 507 N. Howard St. $25/Adult, $35/Adult after April 1; $15/Youth; $35/Virtual. (509) 202-0830.

American Red Cross Hometown Heroes Luncheon - Join us at our 2017 Annual Hometown Heroes Luncheon. This is a fundraising event that will bring together hundreds of community leaders to celebrate local individuals whose acts of courage and compassion make them a hero. This is the largest fundraising event of the year benefiting the American Red Cross serving the greater Inland Northwest. Funds raised at the luncheon help support our local Red Cross programs to build a better prepared and more resilient community. If you are interested in becoming a table captain or sponsor, please email Alison Brooks or call (206) 726-3529. April 26, noon-1:30 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $100. (509) 279-7000.

Cheers For Kids: A Beer Pairing Dinner - This is a casual, fun and interactive four-course dinner paired with locally crafted beer made by Big Barn Brewing Co. & Bodacious Berries Fruits and Brews, LLC to support the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. The dinner is a collaboration of Culinary Consultant, Dane Rice of Charlie’s Produce and Durkin’s Liquor Bar Chef, Shaun Chambers. Guests will enjoy craft foods and beers while raising money to support the work of the Vanessa Behan Crisis Nursery. No black ties, bid numbers or hour-long loud auctions. April 28, 6 a.m.-9 p.m., Washington Cracker Co. Building, 304 W. Pacific Ave. $75; $100 Premium Ticket; $1000 Table Sponsor. (509) 535-3155.

Light the Way Dinner Auction - Join the American Childhood Cancer Organization Inland Northwest for a night of food and fun to help local children with cancer and their families. All proceeds benefit ACCOIN, a 501 c3 non-profit organization that serves local children with cancer. April 28, 6 p.m., Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St., Spokane 99201. $80. (509) 443-4162.

unCorked 2017! - unCorked 2017 features four wineries, one brewery, one cidery and food by the executive chef at 1898 Public House, Tyler Schwenk. Please join us for our 10th Annual Fundraiser and wine-tasting event. By participating in this event, you have the opportunity to support local entrepreneurs and women-owned businesses, ultimately strengthening the overall business community. April 28, 6-9 p.m., Kalispel Golf And Country Club, 2010 W. Waikiki Road. $100. (509) 466-9813.

Growing Hope - Join us as we celebrate Project Hope’s 10th anniversary. Proceeds from the silent and live auctions will help determine how many at-risk youth we can accept into our summer job training and mentoring program. April 30, 5 p.m., Gonzaga University, Cataldo Hall, 502 E. Boone Ave. $50. (509) 703-7433.

Valleyfest Auction 2017 - Ninth annual event. Dinner and auction will raise funds for Valleyfest. May 5, 5:30-9:30 p.m., CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. $45. (509) 688-0300.

Jazz Under the Stars Auction - Come listen to the award winning Central Valley HS Jazz Band. Special performances by area middle school jazz programs. Enjoy dessert and bid on silent auction items donated by the community. Auction items include resort packages, theater tickets, Seahawks items, and other fabulous gift baskets. This fundraising event benefits all of the band programs at Central Valley High School. May 5, 6:30 p.m., Central Valley High School, 821 S. Sullivan Road, Spokane Valley. $10/advance, $15/door. (509) 228-5100.

Art & Soul Festival and Auction - Money raised for scholarships, honors young cancer victim Sheldon P. Maul and supports art in the Freeman School District for grades K-12. The event includes both live and silent auctions, food, wine, commemorative wine glasses and live entertainment. To purchase tickets, visit the winery, email ArtsnSoulFoundation@gmail.com or by phone. May 6, 5-9:30 p.m., Emvy Cellars, 39 W. Pacific Ave. $15/advanced, $20/door. (509) 995-4962 or (509) 979-2749.

Inland Empire Century Bike Ride - Routes showcase the Columbia and Yakima rivers through parks and over bridges. Fully supported ride with food, rest stops, route map and sag support. Ride options are 25-, 50-, 75- or 100-mile tours. Helmets are required. Children 12 and under ride free if accompanied by registered adult; 13-17 years $10; Adults $25 for 25-mile ride or $50 for 50-, 75-, or 100-mile ride. $5 late registration fee after April 9. Pre-register online or between 6:30-8:30 a.m. the day of the event at the Kiwanis building in Columbia Park. May 13, 6:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Columbia Park, 6007 Columbia Park Trail, Kennewick. (509) 586-6836.

Anna Schindler Fundraiser - The Anna Schindler Foundation is establishing a home away from home for pediatric oncology families who reside in outlying areas and must stay near Sacred Heart Children’s Hospital for treatment. Enjoy an evening of appetizers, wine, dinner and special appeal. Proceeds go directly to the construction of Anna’s Homes. Tickets can be purchased at AnnaSchindlerFoundation.org. May 13, 6 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, Centennial Ballroom, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $75. (208) 777-8985.

SK Ball Benefit - One-of-a-kind barn dance featuring a barbeque dinner, beer, wine and cowboy cocktails, live music from The Rub, line dance lessons, mechanical bull riding, a corn hole tournament, live and silent auctions and more. All proceeds benefit children and families staying at Spokane’s Ronald McDonald House. May 20, 6 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $85. (509) 624-0500.