Spokane Community Calendar

Men and Anger

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Learn the nature of anger and ways to identify your triggers. Learn alternatives to aggression in response to anger and develop coping skills and personal strength. This class meets court requirements. The cost is $15 per session. We will meet Wednesday nights from 5-6:30 p.m. For more information, please call 509-483-6495 or visit www.sjfconline.org.

Relationship Enhancement

Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Learn to identify problem issues, communicate so your partner hears you, use fair fighting techniques, express anger productively and think in terms of “negotiating differences.” This class will meet on Mondays from 5-6:30 p.m. There are six sessions, with each session costing $30 per couple. For more information, please call 509-483-6495 or visit www.sjfconline.org.

"Tuesdays with Morrie"

Mon, 23 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Coeur d'Alene Summer Theatre presents this special reading of “Tuesdays with Morrie” in Todd Hall (Molstead Library) on the North Idaho College campus (1000 W. Garden Avenue). Tickets are $25. Please call 208-769-7780 for tickets or visit www.cdasummertheatre.com.

Ballroom, Latin and Swing Mixer

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Show off your moves and have fun dancing, whatever your style at our Open Ballroom, Latin and Swing Mixer. Greg Wold, who has 35+ years experience teaching dance in Spokane, will teach a Waltz Class before the dance. The lesson is from 6-7 p.m., and the dance will be from 7-9:30 p.m. This event will take place at Simply Dance Studio (820 W. Sprague Avenue). The cost will be $5 for the class and $5 for the dance. For more information, please call 509-892-1480.

Pilates Yoga Blend

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Get the best of both worlds as we blend exercise techniques to improve core strength, flexibility, and more. These classes are for ages 16 and up and will run for 8 weeks beginning September 9. We will meet every Thursday night from 5:45-6:45 p.m. at the Audubon Park Masonic Lodge (2821 Northwest Boulevard). The cost is $32. For more information, please call 509-625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org.

Introduction to Government Contracting

Wed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Thinking of ways to diversify your customer base this year? The government, whether on the state/local/federal level, can be a good customer for your business. This seminar is designed to give you the tools to begin working with the government. That's why the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) of Greater Spokane Incorporated is here-to help you do business with the government. This event is presented at no charge by your Eastern Washington PTAC. The class will be held at SRBC (801 W. Riverside, Suite 100). For more information, please call 509-321-3641 or visit www.greaterspokane.org (look under “our events”).

Wine Tasting and Live Music!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Come enjoy 4-5 different tastes of our newest selections and a full glass of your favorite wine for $10! We will have live music and a heated patio for the chilly Spokane evenings! Bring your friends to taste, learn and enjoy here at WineStyles (8801 N. Indian Trail Road, Suite 1). The event will be on September 10 from 6-9 p.m. For more information, please call 509-468-WINE.

Canoe Family Fun Day

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Celebrate fall with your family while enjoying a float down the beautiful Little Spokane River. Ages 8 and over are welcome to join us for canoe family fun day on September 11 from 1-5 p.m. We will meet at the take out of the river (at Nine Mile Falls). The cost is $27. For more information, please call 509-625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org.

AIDS Walk!

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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The AIDS Walk is returning to Spokane and registration is now open. The Spokane AIDS Walk will take place September 11 at Riverfront Park with registration starting at 9:30a.m. at the North Bank Shelter. The walk will commence at 10:30 a.m. with both 4 mile and 1 mile walk and run options. The theme this year is “Cover your head!” and includes a hat contest for the most original hat, most creative hat, etc. as well as prizes for the individual and teams raising the most funds. Registration is available online through a link at www.SpokaneAIDS.org. The cost to register is $20 for adults and $15 for children/youth; each participant will receive a t-shirt and water bottle. All proceeds support the Spokane AIDS Network in their work to serve those living with HIV & AIDS and to prevent the spread of the disease. For more information, contact Ryan Oelrich at 509-455-8993, extension 231.

Hillyard Hippie Happening

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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You are invited to our Hillyard Hippie Happening on September 11 in Down Town Hillyard on the corner of Queen and Market from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. There will be live music by NightHawk, street performers, vendors and a lot of 60's and 70's music. Come in your 60's attire and enjoy a flash back to the 60's. This event is brought to you by The Hillyard Merchant Committee.

"Tuesdays with Morrie"

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Candidates Forum - Women's Issues

Fri, 27 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Washington State AAUW, formerly known as the American Association of University Women, is sponsoring a candidate forum at the Hawthorne Branch of the Spokane County Library (44 E. Hawthorne Road) on September 11 from 2-4 p.m. Judy Blair will moderate the forum. The forum will be a chance for residents in state legislative districts 3, 6, 7 and 9 to ask questions of their legislative candidates regarding women’s issues. If you have any questions, please call 509-487-1080.

Car Show in Liberty Lake

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Come join us for the 6th Annual Bailey’s Brigade Car Show at Liberty Lake AllSport Honda and Polaris (19505 E. Broadway Avenue) on September 12. This event will run from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. and is free to the public. For more information, please call 509-230-7525.

Art of Canning

Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Ages 14 and over are welcome to come learn how to preserve homegrown or locally produced food by canning meals and desserts to enjoy all year round. This class will take place at the Southside Senior Activity Center (3151 E. 27th Avenue) on September 13 from 5:30-8:30 p.m. The cost is $27. For more information, please call 509-625-6200 or visit www.spokaneparks.org.

Jack Nisbet: Author Reading and Signing

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Come join us for a reading and signing by local favorite Jack Nisbet on September 14 from 7-8:00 p.m. This event will be held in the Community Building Lobby (35 W. Main Avenue). Jack will discuss David Douglas and the Northwest Landscape. This is a free speaking event featuring the acclaimed author, naturalist, and historian. Aunties will have books available to purchase at the event. For more information, please call them at 509-838-0206.

Futurewise "Feast with Friends"

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Futurewise will be holding an open style reception featuring progressive culinary tastings on September 15 from 6-9 p.m. Each station will have a winery with a selection of tastings made from ingredients provided by local farms and food producers. So fill up your plate and hold up your glass in support of Futurewise's work to protect farmland and promote healthy communities. This event will be held at Beacon Hill Events (4848 E. Wellesley,). Tickets are $50. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.futurewise.org/action/FeastSpokane.

Greater Spokane Incorporated Annual Meeting

Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Come learn about what Greater Spokane Incorporated has in store for the 2010-2011 year and hear from Bill Ayer, Chairman and CEO of Alaska Air Group. At Alaska Airlines, Ayer leads the nation's ninth-largest airline with 9,000 employees, 60 destinations and more than 110 aircraft. A veteran of more than 25 years in aviation, Ayer began his career with Alaska in 1995 as vice president of marketing and planning. Since then, he has held the posts of senior vice president of customer service, marketing and planning; president; and chief operating officer. Tickets are $45 for members, $75 for non-members. This event will take place from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at the Spokane Convention Center (334 W. Spokane Falls Boulevard). For more information, please visit www.greaterspokane.org (under “our events”).

Argentine Tango

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Come get your fill of this striking, sultry dance at our open Argentine Tango Night. We play music for traditional to contemporary styles. Dancing is from 7-9:30 p.m. The cost is $5 for the night. This event takes place at Simply Dance Studio (820 W. Sprague Avenue). For more information, please call 509-892-1480.

PAWS for the Cause "Pet Adoption Day"

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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C.I. Shenanigans has teamed up with up with the Spokane Humane Society and other area shelters to host PAWS for the Cause Pet Adoption Day on September 18 from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. This event takes place at 332 N. Spokane Falls Court. The Spokane Humane Society, SpokAnimal, SCRAPs and Kootenai Humane Society will be there with cats and dogs available for adoption who are in need of good homes. C.I. Shenanigans will feature a BBQ. For more information, please visit www.spokanehumanesociety.org.

MS Bike: Tour of the Couer d' Alenes

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0700

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Bike MS is scheduled for September 18-19 on the “Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes.” Enjoy the spectacular fall foliage as you travel the historical Union Pacific rail beds along lakes, over the 3100 foot long railroad bridge and through the ancestral lands of the Coeur d’Alene Nation. This tour is fully equipped with three meals each day, rest stops every 12-15 miles, bike mechanics, medical support and a Saturday Night Celebration. The $250 minimum pledge earns you Bike MS Long Sleeve Tee and terrific prizes. Come cycle to make a difference in the lives of the people with MS and their families in our community. For more information please call 509-482-2022 or 1-800-344-4867, or visit www.nationalmssociety.org/wai.