Rachel Baker

Rocket Market Wine Class – A weekly wine class hosted by Rocket Market's Kevin Murphy. Each week offers a new theme with wines to taste and snacks to pair. Call or visit rocketmarket.com to sign up. Fridays at 6:30 p.m. Rocket Market, 726 E. 43rd Ave. (509) 343-2253.

WSU Graduate Recital: Bryson Harding – Featuring works by Alex Shapiro and John Williams. Also featuring a world premiere by graduate student Joshua Thomson. Friday, 4:10-5 p.m. Washington State University, Bryan Hall Theatre, 605 Veterans Way, Pullman. (509) 335-4148.

Jon "Polar Bear" Gonzalez – Jon "Polar Bear" Gonzalez is a standup comedian, podcaster and entertainer living in the heart of Texas. After getting involved in the local comedy scene, he quickly found success through the release of multiple comedy skits that went viral on Facebook and TikTok.

Enjoy a Plant-Based Diet – Learn about how a plant-based diet is good for people, animals and the planet. Take home practical tips on healthy diet changes. Register at events.spokanelibrary.org/events. Thursday, 2-3 p.m. Presented by Spokane Public Library. Free.

This Ain't Your Grandma's Wine Wednesday Dinner Series – Learn to make classic comfort meals with elevated flavors. Each meal is paired with three wines, sides and dessert. WednesdayJan 12: Meatloaf. Jan. 19: Chicken and dumplings. Jan 26: Pot roast. Feb. 2: Chili. Feb. 9: Tuna noodle casserole.

Hot Club of Spokane – Jazz. Saturday, 7 p.m. Lucky You Lounge, 1801 W. Sunset Blvd. Free. (206) 499-9173. Lauren Alaina – Country. Thursday, 6-10:30 p.m. Nashville North, 6361 W. Seltice Way, State Line, Idaho. (208) 457-9128. Carter Hudson – Singer-songwriter. Wednesday, 8 p.m. Zola.

Spokane Community College Hagan Center Presents: An Evening With Teju Cole – Teju Cole, a Harvard University professor, literary critic, photographer and novelist, presents “An Evening With Teju Cole," a discussion on multinational identity and finding fresh and potent ways to interpret art and more.