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Arts/Crafts

Eighth Annual Juried Art Quilt Exhibition - Presented by Fabrications Quilt Artists and Sew Uniquely You. Today, noon-4 p.m., The Jacklin Arts and Cultural Center, 405 N. William St., Post Falls. $5. (208) 457-8950

Doll Show and Sale - Hosted by the Lilac City Doll Club. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Washington Army National Guard Readiness Center, 1626 N. Rebecca St. $5/adults, free/ages 12 and younger. (509) 327-5294

Spring Craft Bazaar - Hosted by the Spokane Northwest Bead Society. April 30, noon-6 p.m. and May 1, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Pilgrim Lutheran Church fellowship hall, 2733 W. Northwest Blvd. Free admission and parking.

Home/Garden

Green + Solar Home Nominations - Nominations are being accepted through April 30 for the second annual Green + Solar Home and Landscape Tour and Information Fair on Sept. 12. Projects can range from small do-it-yourself owner remodels to large contractor-executed additions, showcasing various sustainable design styles, construction strategies and lifestyle choices. For an entry form, e-mail Allison.Kingfisher@ecy.wa.gov. For more information, visit www.sustainableseptember spokane.org. (509) 329-3448

Outdoor Native Plant Field Trips - Hosted by the Northeast Chapter of the Washington Native Plant Society. Several field trips will be offered through May 2, including Dishman Hills Natural Area, Juniper Dunes Wilderness, Drumheller Springs Park and BLM Telford Parcel. (509) 466-8886, www.nechapterwnps.org

Farm Camp - For ages 7-12. Learn about farms, soil and sustainable living. Saturdays through May 22, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., PEACH, 2015 N. Division St. $35 per session; preregistration required. (509) 981-8560

Spokane Home and Garden Show - Today, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $8/adults, free/age 12 and younger. Discount tickets available at Home Depot, exhibitors and Entertainment Book and ET Book online. (509) 534-5380

Organic Soil Fertility - Learn how to care for your soil organically and improve ornamental plant growth and crop production. Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $18; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200

Spokane Premier Home Improvement Show - 11th annual event hosted by The Spokane Home Builders Association, sponsored by Pro-Build, with professional demonstrations, giveaways and more. Friday, noon-8 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; and April 18, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $7/adults, free/children ages 12 and younger; Friday is two-for-one day courtesy of Direct Buy. (509) 532-4990, www.SpokanePremierShow.com

Organic Landscaping - Learn how to plan, plant and maintain ornamental landscape using organic principles. Saturday. 9 a.m.-noon, Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $18; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200

WSU Master Gardeners Clinic - Get answers to your gardening questions and advice. Saturday, 10-10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park. Free. (509) 893-8300

Raised Bed Gardening - Presented by the WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners. Susan Mulvihill will discuss what to grow in a raised bed. Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest Ave., Deer Park. Free; registration required. (509) 893-8300

Next Generation Green-Thumbs! - Seed-planting workshop and story-time activity especially for children. Saturday, 2-3 p.m., Pilgrim’s Deli, 1316 N. Fourth St., Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 676-9730

Finally Home! Home Buyer Education Classes-Sandpoint - Eight-hour class is designed to help address issues that potential homebuyers face. April 19-20 or May 11 and 13, 5:30-9:30 p.m., Selkirk Association of Realtors Conference Room, 325 Marion Ave., Sandpoint. $10; preregistration required. Online classes available for $50 statewide. (208) 265-2227, (208) 255-1443

Growing Roses - Master Gardener Milo Ball will discuss how to choose sites, plant and care for roses all year long. April 20, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $15; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200

Deer Resistant Plants - Learn how to reduce damage to your landscape with tips from a Master Gardener who landscapes in a deer zone. April 21. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $15; preregistration required. (509) 625-6200

Weed Control - A free gardening class presented by Master Gardener Steve Nokes. April 21, 7 p.m., Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley. (509) 893-8400

Custer’s Antique and Collectors Sale - April 23-25. More than 300 dealers with antiques to purchase in all price ranges. MAC “Appraisal Days” on Saturday and Sunday - bring your family treasures to find out what they’re worth. Receive a verbal evaluation by qualified appraisers and knowledgeable experts. Hand-carried items only, no firearms. Hours of show are April 23, 4-9 p.m.; April 24, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; April 25, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. $6/all weekend, $5 per item appraised (three-item limit per person). (509) 924-0588

Weed Education Day - Presented by the University of Idaho Extension and the Bonner County Noxious Weed Department. Topics will include weed control in forestry and pastures, calibration of spray equipment, rodent control and more. Participants can earn three ISDA pesticide re-certification credits. April 23, 8:30 a.m.-noon, University of Idaho Extension Office, Sandpoint. $5/advance, $10 at the door. Preregistration strongly suggested by Friday. (208) 263-8511, (208) 255-5681

WSU Master Gardener’s Open House - Featuring a plant sale, yard and garden sale, demonstrations, exhibits and raffles. April 24, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 222 N. Havana St. (509) 477-2183

Good Food Book Club - Hosted by the Moscow Food Co-op. Discuss “Made From Scratch: Discovering the Pleasures of a Handmade Life” by Jenna Woginrich. April 26, 7-8:30 p.m., Sister’s Brew Coffee House, corner of Main and Third streets, Moscow, Idaho. (208) 882-8537

Washington State Quilters Spokane Chapter - Quarterly meeting with Karen Combs, author of “Optical Illusions for Quilters” and “3-D Fun with Pandora’s Box.” April 29, 1 or 7 p.m., Mukogawa Fort Wright Institute, Commons Room, 4000 W. Randolph Road. $7/door. (509) 435-3889

The Home and Garden Show of Coeur d’Alene - See what’s new in home, gardening and home decor, meet local experts and learn more about their products and services. April 30, noon-6 p.m.; May 1, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; May 2, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The Art and Home Center of Coeur d’Alene, 1619 W. Lee Court, Coeur d’Alene. Free. (208) 771-0515

Arbor Day Celebration - Kinnikinnick Native Plant Society will host activities and free seedling distribution of native shrubs and pines. April 30, 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m., North Idaho Native Plant Arboretum, Lakeview Park, corner of Ella Avenue and Ontario Street, Sandpoint. Free. (208) 255-7748

Animals

Pawsitive Start - Free dog adopter class sponsored by Diamonds in the Ruff instructors. Please bring your dog hungry and empty; lots of soft treats cut into appropriate sizes for your dog; a flat buckle, martingale collar or harness (no choke chain collars please); and a four- or six-foot leather or nylon leash (no flexi/retractable leashes or chain leashes please). Today and April 25, 1-2:30 p.m., SpokAnimal Event Center, 710 N. Napa St. Free. Register at (509) 534-8133.

Inland Empire American Quarter Horse Association Show - Test horses’ abilities in jumping, reining, barrel racing, cutting, roping and pole bending. Friday-April 18, Spokane County Fairgrounds and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. (806) 376-4811, www.AQHA.com

Spokane Humane Society at 2010 Homebuilders Show - The Spokane Humane Society will have animals available for adoption at the 2010 Home Builders Show, Friday-April 18, with raffles for Traeger Grill on Saturday at 2 p.m. and for a custom dog house built by the Homebuilders Apprenticeship Program. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana St., Spokane Valley. (509) 995-7287

Pet Blessing - With Tibetan monk Geshe Thupten Phelgye. Bring any pet you wish to have blessed and a treat or toy to be donated to a shelter pet. April 18, 2 p.m., Highbridge Park, Riverside Avenue and A Street. Donations accepted. (509) 534-8133, ext. 209