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Arts/Crafts

Spokane Beauty in the Bead Show - Thousands of strands of gemstone, shell, pearl, coral and glass beads and jewelry supplies available. Sunday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Hampton Inn & Suites, 16418 E. Indiana Ave., Spokane Valley. Free admission. (360) 393-4605.

Knitting Classes with Rachelle Hartvigsen - Toe up Socks, for beginner to intermediate knitters ages 14 to adult, held Tuesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., through Oct. 14, $92. Introduction to Knitting, for ages 10 to adult, held Wednesdays, 7-8:30 p.m., through Oct. 15, $92. Knit a Sweater, for beginner to intermediate knitters ages 14 to adult, held Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m., through Oct. 16, $79. Spokane Art School, 809 W. Garland Ave. (509) 325-3001.

Pen and Ink Sketchbook class - With Sally Jablonsky for ages 14 and older. Held Wednesdays, noon-2 p.m., through Oct. 15. The student will learn to look closely and draw what they are seeing through a variety of still-life exercises. Registration is required for all classes. Spokane Art School, 809 W. Garland Ave. $121. (509) 325-3001.

Creating with Charcoal or Painting in Oil - Painting in Charcoal: Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon, through Oct. 16. Painting in Oil: Thursdays, 1-3 p.m., through Oct. 16. Registration is required for all classes. Spokane Art School, 809 W. Garland Ave. $96. (509) 325-3001.

Connections Art & Textile Quilt Show - Lots of great prizes will be awarded. Special guest will be senior vice president, Randy Thomas, of Janome of America. Linda Anderson is the featured quilter. Sept. 12, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Sew Uniquely You, 11402 N. Newport Highway, Suite C. $2 or two items of canned food for quilt show entry. (509) 467-8210.

Fall Festival - Eighth annual event with working antique farm equipment and craft demonstrations. A swap meet and sale to show off classic automobiles and/or sell vehicle-related parts or the cars, trucks, cycles or tractors. Purchase pie a la mode following the judging of the pie baking contest. See antiques from Junette Dahmen’s collection and try to guess their names and uses. Pizza made on site and a beer garden. There will be activities for kids including face painting. Raffle of quilt by St. Boniface Altar Society. Live music throughout the day featuring David Sommer, a one-man band and Mark Holt who plays Americana roots music with a bluesy edge. Sept. 14, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Park Way, Uniontown. Free admission. (509) 229-3414.

Craft Retreat Weekend - Sept. 18-21. You bring your own projects (scrapbooking, sewing, quilting, beading, painting) for this four-day/three-night retreat. Cost includes your sleeping accommodations, nine home-made meals and crafting area. No cell coverage and Airpipe Wi-Fi to stream your movies. Bear Creek Lodge, 24817 N. Mt. Spokane Park Drive, Mead. $200-$240. (509) 474-0600.

30 Days of Pinterest (in One Day) - We love Pinterest, but don’t always have time to try the fabulous ideas we see online. We’ve picked several projects that you can test. Check out the Pinterest board for a sneak peek at the options offered. Free. Sept. 28, 1 p.m. at the following locations: Deer Park Library, 208 S. Forest St., Deer Park, (509) 893-8300; Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., (509) 893-8340; North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Road, (509) 893-8350; Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave., Spokane Valley, (509) 893-8400; Cheney Library, 610 First St., Cheney, (509) 893-8280.

Home/Garden

Priest Lake Yard and Garden Show - Priest Lake Yard and Garden Show, showing of regionally crafted contemporary and rustic accents for home, patio, yard and garden, through Sept. 15. Open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 1755 Reeder Bay Road (two miles east of Nordman), Priest Lake. (208) 443-2001.

Buried in Treasures: Hoarding Workshop - Have your things taken over your house, life and social calendar? Would you like to learn tips on how to de-clutter and stop over-acquiring from people who know what it’s like? This workshop takes place over 12 weeks, with sessions on Tuesday evenings from 7-9 p.m. beginning Sept. 9. 2702 N. Perry St. $200/assistance and payment plans available. (509) 850-3905.

Greencastle Soap Classes - Learn how to make soap and other herbal items. Making Lotion from Scratch/Herbal Salves & Lip Balm Combo Class: Sept. 11, 7 p.m. Natural Clays and Coloring Soap Making Workshop: Sept. 17-18, 7-9 p.m. Beginning Soap Making: Sept. 22-23, 7-9 p.m. Greencastle Soap Company, 203 N. Stone St. $55/class. (509) 466-7223.

Art in Bloom 2014 - Friends of Moore - Turner Heritage Gardens - Local florists have been asked to design arrangements using the colors and patterns of quilts as inspiration. Floral Design Class at 10 a.m. to teach you how to make your own magic. Quilts by Terry Engelman and Florence Coffey among others. Sept. 20, 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Corbin Art Center, 507 W. Seventh Ave. $2.50/show; $10/class, registration recommended. (509) 624-6677.

The Lost Apples of Whitman County - David Benscoter will present information about the rich history of apple growing and orcharding in Whitman County. Last year one apple, thought to be extinct, was rediscovered in Whitman County. There are at least 11 more lost varieties that are known to have been grown in the county and are waiting to be found. Sept. 20, 10 a.m., McCoy Valley Museum, Oakesdale, WA. Free. (509) 238-5150.

Cabinet Rehab - Update tired cabinets with chalk paint. Bring a cabinet door (no larger than 18-by-24 inches) or a drawer front from your own kitchen or bath. You will learn to test the existing finish to determine what surface preparation is needed. The group will choose from several options of decorative painted finishes, three of which will be demonstrated in the workshop. You will choose a finish to complete on your cabinet door. Sept. 20, 1-4 p.m., Artworks, 2049 Main St., Coeur d’Alene. $65. (208) 665-2726.

Quilt Lecturer Nancy Amidon - Washington State Quilters - Spokane Chapter - Washington State Quilters - Spokane Chapter general guild meeting with guest speaker, Nancy Amidon, who will discuss “Traditional Appliqué” and share many of her quilts and wall hangings. 1 or 7 p.m. Sept. 25. A two-day workshop titled “Hearts and Flowers, costs $120 including lunch, is Sept. 26-27. See wsqspokane.org for more guild/workshop information and registration. To see Amidon’s quilts, view her website: www.amidonquiltworks.com. CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, Spokane Valley. $10. (509) 879-6636.

Animals

Spokane County Interstate Fair 2014 - This year’s theme is “Ridin’, Rockin’ and Livestockin’.” Live music, animals, exhibits, amusement rides, food and much more. Fair hours are 10 a.m.-10 p.m. daily, closing at 8 p.m. the final day. Seniors get free admission on Monday; law enforcement, firefighters and military get free admission on Thursday. Visit www.spokanecounty.org/fair/sif for a full schedule. Spokane County Fair and Expo Center, 404 N. Havana, Spokane Valley. $10/adults, $7/seniors and children ages 7-13; free/age six and younger. (509) 477-1766.

Come Feed the Buffalo - Tours are offered every Friday through Sunday on the hour from noon to 4 p.m., from May 16- Sept. 30. Visitors will learn the farm history and bison facts during a slide presentation and Q&A session. Everyone will get an opportunity to meet and greet the herd and hand-feed the buffalo. Gifts, souvenirs, leather goods, jewelry and more are available at the on-farm gift shop. Groups are welcome, call for more information. Win-Tur Bison Farm, 4742 Highway 231, Springdale. $5/adults, $4/seniors and children, cash or check only. (509) 258-6717.

Shelter in Place - SCRAPS and Spokane Emergency Management are teaming up to present a seminar on what to do if a disaster occurs requiring you to stay in your home. The talk will focus on preparing for an event such as a train derailment or ice storm and include information on keeping your family and furry friends safe. Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., SCRAPS, 6815 E. Trent Ave., Spokane Valley. Free. (509) 477-2760.

SCRAPS Walk in the Park - Pledge walk to raise funds for the SCRAPS Hope Foundation Animal Medical Fund, which provides medical treatment, enrichment and care for homeless animals in our area. Register online at www.ScrapsHopeFoundation.org or the day of the event. Collect pledges from friends, family and coworkers to help support the animals in our care. Turn in pledge sheets at the event or to the shelter by Sept. 29 to be eligible for prizes. Sept. 27, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Prairie View Park, 3724 E. 61st Ave. Free. (509) 477-2760.