Social Calendar

Hope Run - 5K or 10K run on Children of the Sun trail. Proceeds go to the American Cancer Organization of the Inland Northwest to help local children. Saturday, 9 a.m., Farwell Elementary School, 13005 N. Crestline St. $25.

YWCA of Spokane 10th Annual Spring Fling Silent Auction and Champagne Brunch - All proceeds benefit the YWCA of Spokane. To register visit www.ywcaspokane.org or call (509) 326-1190. Saturday, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Anthony’s Restaurant, 510 N. Lincoln St. $50. (509) 326-1190.

Lavender and Lace - The Inland Empire District Garden Club’s annual horticulture scholarship fundraiser. Includes speakers, a vintage and eclectic style show, and refreshments. For tickets, email jcschauble@yahoo.com or call. Saturday, 2-4 p.m., Woman’s Club of Spokane, 1428 W. Ninth Ave. $10. (509) 327-6373.

Spokane District Dental Society Foundation Gala - Fifth annual gala. April 17, 6 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $75. (509) 838-0436.

Hear Me Run Spokane 5K - USATF certified, chip-timed course. Fun activities for the whole family after the race. Benefits Spokane HOPE School. April 18, 9:30 a.m., Riverfront Park, 507 N. Howard St. $30/adults, $17.50/kids 6-12, free for children age 5 and younger. (509) 863-7097.

Annual Spring Tea - The Women and Children’s Free Restaurant and Community Kitchen’s ninth annual Spring Tea fundraiser, with four-course tea and lunch, silent auction, vintage fashion show and raffle. April 18, 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., Red Lion Hotel at the Park, 303 W. North River Drive. $45; $75/VIP. (509) 324-1995, ext. 305.

“Sip, Swirl and Savor” - Meal prepared by students of the Inland Northwest Culinary Academy. Evening also features raffles and auction. April 18, 5 p.m., Spokane Community College, Lair Student Center, 1810 N. Greene St. $140. (509) 434-5069.

April Showers: The Lands Council’s 20th Annual Dinner and Auction - Raise funds for the restoration and revitalization of Inland Northwest forests, water and wildlife. April 18, 5 p.m., Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Road, Airway Heights. $65. (509) 209-2407.

MLK Center Dinner and Silent Auction Benefit - Tickets are available through Eventbrite. April 18, 5:30 p.m., Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. $40. (509) 455-8722.

Chocolate and Champagne Gala - Benefits the Sexual Assault and Family Trauma Response Center of LCSNW. Visit www.lcsnwspokane.mobi or call Karla at (509) 343-5078 to purchase tickets. April 18, 6 p.m., Mirabeau Hotel and Convention Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Road. $85.

Ninth Annual Viva Vino and Brew - Fundraiser for the Hispanic Business/Professional Association Foundation Scholarship Awards. Includes fajita buffet and silent and live auctions. April 18, 6 p.m., Mukogawa Japanese Cultural Center, 4000 W. Randolph Road. $40. (509) 847-5794.