Global Neighborhood Block Party Fundraiser – Celebrate Global Neighborhood with food, live music, drinks and games at the annual fundraiser. Guests will learn more about Global Neighborhood’s job readiness program and GN’s work in Spokane. Purchase tickets at Global-Neighborhood.org. Thursday, 5:30-8 p.m. Brick West Brewery, 1318 W. First Ave., Suite 1. (509) 279-2982.
Global Neighborhood Block Party Fundraiser – Celebrate Global Neighborhood with food, live music, drinks and games at the annual fundraiser. Guests will learn more about Global Neighborhood’s job readiness program and GN’s work in Spokane. Purchase tickets at Global-Neighborhood.org. June 8, 5:30-8 p.m. Brick West Brewery, 1318 W. First Ave., Suite 1. (509) 279-2982.
“Curious Conversations” with Mónica Guzmán and Erin Jones – Two dynamic and well-respected authors share the stage to offer their perspectives on building bridges to strengthen relationships and our communities. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/42IiR6L. Presented by Wthe Innovia Foundation. Wednesday, 7-8 p.m. Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave. $7. (509) 227-7638.
Book Signing – Join Carroll W. McInroe for a book signing of his memoir, “Death Came with the Postman.” Sunday, noon-3 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. (509) 838-0206.
Corbin Senior Center 55th Annual Auction – Dinner, live and silent auction. Great getaways for the family and exciting items to bid on, including $2,500 in airline tickets to any destination. Sunday, 3:30-8 p.m. Historic Flight Foundation, 5829 E. Rutter Ave. $85. (509) 535-6000.
SpokAnimal's Woofs and Whiskers Extravaganza Hour – Live, online finale to the Woofs and Whiskers event for some fun and laughs. Hosted by KREM’s Laura Petty. Have an opportunity to be a hero to homeless pets. Register at bit.ly/3VyJTuC. Friday, 7-8 p.m. Access the online auction at bit.ly/41mIaK8. Free. (509) 995-6010.
Anna Katharine Green: Mother of the Detective Novel – Join historical mystery author Patricia Meredith as she unpacks the history behind this forgotten female author, the central figure in her newest mystery series. Register at bit.ly/3NE1lMt. This event will also be live-streamed on Spokane Public Library’s YouTube page. Monday, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Virtual. Free. (509) 444-5300.
Stage Lights for Our Place – Fun and social evening with appetizers during the silent auction, followed by entertainment and a small live auction. The proceeds raised will support the emergency relief services provided year-round for the 40,000 neighbors in need. Tickets can be purchased online at ourplacespokane.org/ or by calling (509) 326-7267. Thursday, 6 p.m. Salem Lutheran Church, 1428 W. Broadway Ave. $35. (509) 328-6280.
Women with Balls Bowl – Teams of 5,200 registered bowlers, 90 minutes of play, lane and shoe rental included in cost, fun trophies, photo ops, raffle baskets, swag bags and fun. Event raises funds for breast cancer screenings, mammograms, diagnostic tests, transportation and online support. Purchase tickets at bit.ly/441yTK2. Sunday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Valley Bowl, 8005 E. Sprague Ave., Spokane Valley. $50.
Science and Nature Book Club with Teri – This group reads nonfiction books about science, nature and both combined. Book discussion for the month of May will be “The Insect Crisis” by Oliver Milman. Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. Auntie’s Bookstore, 402 W. Main Ave. Free. (509) 838-0206.
Horizon Middle School has announced its third-quarter honor roll for the 2022-23 school year. Eligible students are listed first by grade and GPA, then alphabetically by last name.
East Valley Middle School has announced its first-semester honor roll for the 2022-23 school year. Eligible students are listed first by grade and GPA, then alphabetically by last name.
Afternoon with Ammi Midstokke – Ammi Midstokke will read from her memoir “All the Things” and go deeper into some of the stories behind the stories. A Q&A and book signing will follow the reading. Sunday, 2-3 p.m. Wishing Tree Books, 1410 E. 11th Ave. Free. (509) 315-9875.
SNAP’s Power of Connection Fundraiser – Hear from Sandy Zimmerman, Spokane’s “American Ninja Warrior,” connect with SNAP, enjoy food and beverages, and learn how you can help reach over 40,000 Spokane County residents with life changing programs. To RSVP, visit bit.ly/3KnPleG or call (509) 319-3012. Thursday, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. Free. (509) 279-7000.
La Belle Epoque – Gala for Holy Names Music Center, featuring food, wine, live music and an auction. Musical entertainment includes Tango Volcado, Archie Chen, Amanda Nguyen and HNMC students. To purchase tickets and register, visit hnmc.org/tickets or call (509) 326-9516. Friday, 5:30-9 p.m. The Commons, 4320 W. Owens Ridge Road. $75.
