Community Calendar

Glow for Good!

Come to Goodwill’s South Hill store on October 2, anytime between 4–8 PM and donate a coat for kids in need this winter. For every coat you bring or purchase at Goodwill and donate during the event, you’ll be entered to win a $100 Goodwill gift card + Ice Ribbon tickets! Sip winter beverages, shop, meet KXLY Chief Meteorologist Kris Krocker, show off your brightest ’80s/’90s neon. Think bright, bold, and totally rad—because giving back never goes out of style!

Goodwill is a proud donation site for KXLY's Coats 4 Kids drive. Find more details here: https://www.kxly.com/features/coats-4-kids/

Contact for event details: Anna Miller,
anna@partneringforprogress.org, 509-720-8408

Contact for interviews: Rachel Strawther
rachellstrawther81@gmail.com, 509-999-7320

INTO AFRICA AUCTION, October 2 - Make a world of difference a world away by attending Partnering for Progress annual dinner and auction to raise funds for our work in Kenya. African singers will entertain and Feast World Kitchen will serve an authentic Kenyan buffet. Unique experiences will be live-auctioned and the ever-popular Dessert Dash will round out an educational, fun evening. Location: Gonzaga University Hemmingson Center, 702 E Desmet Ave, Spokane. Date/Time: October 2, 5:30pm - 8:00pm. Tickets are $50 and can be purchased at www.partneringforprogress.org. P4P is a Spokane based organization that works in Kenya to break the cycle of poverty and create lasting change. www.partneringforprogress.org

We are hosting another Ramen Fest and Buddhist Open House at the Spokane Buddhist Temple. Our chefs are cooking up traditional Japanese Ramen again with their tasty traditional recipe, with a pork/chicken broth, noodles, veggies and chicken, or a vegetarian broth with tofu. All “To Go”. Add some yummy Mochi Desserts and Inari Sushi. Come early before we sell out and stay for the Buddhist Temple Open House. Weather permitting, we will have tables for dining in our side yard. All proceeds support our all-volunteer Temple.

Get ready to dash back to the 80’s — for a cause!
Socktoberdash is one of the biggest and most impactful fundraising events for Teen & Kid Closet, a Spokane-based 501(c)(3) dedicated to providing free clothing to children and teens across Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho.

This year, we’re turning back the clock with a totally rad 80’s theme! So tease up that hair, throw on your brightest neon, pull up those leg warmers — and don’t forget your craziest socks!

Whether you’re a seasoned runner or a casual walker, Socktoberdash is your chance to hit the scenic Centennial Trail and Spokane River for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit — all while helping kids in need.

Bring new socks and underwear to donate — or rock your wildest pairs on the trail — because every mile, every outfit, and every donation helps homeless, foster, and underserved children stay warm, confident, and cared for.

Lace up your sneakers, grab your 80’s crew, and sign up today! Let’s dash together and make this the most tubular Socktoberdash yet!

Tattoos for a Cure at Heartbreaker Tattoo 🎀 Make a donation to help find a cure for cancer by getting a tattoo!
💖 10/18-10/19 💖
10% of all tattoo sales will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation 💖

October is breast cancer awareness month! We'll have a selection of cancer ribbon tattoos, chest tattoos, memorial and survivor tattoo designs available. Come on down and support the cause, remember a loved one, or celebrate winning the battle!

Did you know the Breast Cancer Research Foundation @bcrfcure is matching donations during the month of October? Check out their page to find out how to make your own donation!
https://www.bcrf.org/

Design previews coming...stay tuned for updates!!

10/18-10/19 Noon-8pm
601 W Maxwell Ave
(By North Central HS)

All these peeps will be there, so you know it will be 🔥
Epik Starr
Kai Akane
Ilia Lyons
Ja'lee Crowl
Josh Ray

Step into an unforgettable evening of celebration and impact at the 22nd Annual Pumpkin Ball, hosted by Vanessa Behan. This black-tie gala returns in October, 18th 2025 with all the magic you love—plus a few surprises.

Enjoy a gourmet three-course dinner, exciting auctions, interactive games, live music, and dancing. Most importantly, your presence supports Vanessa Behan’s mission to keep children safe and strengthen families in our community.

Individual tickets start at $175 and are available now at www.thepumpkinball.org. Reserve a table or explore sponsorship opportunities to amplify your impact.

Thanks to the generosity of our community, the Pumpkin Ball has raised over $3 million (after expenses) over the past 21 years—funds that directly support the region’s most vulnerable children and their families.

Vanessa Behan is an extraordinary place. For children, it provides a haven of unconditional love and attention from adults whose only hope is to create lifetime memories of security. For parents who are overwhelmed and lack support, it is a breath of fresh air and helps eliminate tremendous burdens. This impact is completely funded by the support and generosity of committed champions who believe that keeping kids safe and strengthening families results in a more vibrant community for everyone. For more information, call us at 509.598.7490 or visit our website at www.vanessabehan.org

Tattoos for a Cure at Heartbreaker Tattoo 🎀 Make a donation to help find a cure for cancer by getting a tattoo!
💖 10/18-10/19 💖
10% of all tattoo sales will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation 💖

October is breast cancer awareness month! We'll have a selection of cancer ribbon tattoos, chest tattoos, memorial and survivor tattoo designs available. Come on down and support the cause, remember a loved one, or celebrate winning the battle!

Did you know the Breast Cancer Research Foundation @bcrfcure is matching donations during the month of October? Check out their page to find out how to make your own donation!
https://www.bcrf.org/

Design previews coming...stay tuned for updates!!

10/18-10/19 Noon-8pm
601 W Maxwell Ave
(By North Central HS)

All these peeps will be there, so you know it will be 🔥
Epik Starr
Kai Akane
Ilia Lyons
Ja'lee Crowl
Josh Ray

The Inland Northwest’s premier food event is back! We’re excited to announce the Fifth Annual CDAIDE Chef Challenge, taking place on October 23, 2025 at the stunning Hagadone Event Center!

This unforgettable evening features:
A live cooking showdown between six of the region’s top chefs
Appetizer tastings where guests vote for their favorites
A delicious buffet dinner and drinks
A vibrant atmosphere, all in support of a vital local cause
Each year, this event sells out and continues to grow in popularity, drawing an enthusiastic crowd of community members, food lovers, and business leaders.

Proceeds benefit CDAIDE, a Coeur d’Alene nonprofit that supports hospitality and restaurant workers facing financial crisis. These individuals are the backbone of our tourism economy, yet many live paycheck to paycheck. CDAIDE ensures they receive urgent assistance—housing, medical care, transportation—as well as support for long-term stability and well-being.

Join us October 25, 2025 at the Historic Davenport Hotel for a spine-chilling evening supporting Elevations, a children's resource therapy foundation. At this years' Ghost Ball - A Haunted Hotel, we've curated a vibe that will transport you to a night of eerie elegance. Your ticket includes a welcome reception, exquisite dinner, dessert dash, thrilling live and silent auctions, and a heartwarming paddle raise—all culminating with a dance party to celebrate the impact of your generosity. Every dollar raised supports the work of Elevations to help Spokane’s special needs children grow and thrive.

Bra-lloween supports Breast Intentions, a locally founded charity that provides women in need with professionally fitted bras in a fun and caring environment. Kalae Chock of NonStopLocal is MC, Cochinito Taqueria provides food, women's and men's sports packages auctioned including Storm, Seahawks, Zags, Zephyr tickets and more. Dessert auction from local bakeries.