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Rise and shine, Spokane!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Custer’s arts and crafts show finale, a $10k pet emergency lesson, and Junie B. Jones the musical + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around Spokane protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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📰 In the news
Handcrafted art and goods: Custer’s 49th Annual Arts and Crafts Show wraps up today at the Spokane County Fair and Expo Center with over 250 Inland Northwest artisans. Admission is $9 — get all the details.
Downtown walkway access update: Starting Monday, March 9, sewer work in Riverfront Park will close the central Howard Street Promenade through Friday, March 13, and a pedestrian detour will add time to your walk — see dates and detour info.
Local leaders share insights: Whitworth will host the second annual empowerment panel and luncheon on March 12, celebrating Women’s History Month with theme “Give to Gain,” featuring Shannon Demant, Kitara Johnson, and Shari McMahan — get all the event details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Spokane appliance SOS: When the fridge warms or the dryer won’t, Mr. Appliance of Spokane Valley arrives with upfront pricing, flexible scheduling, and techs who fix what’s busted, then back it with a one-year parts-and-labor Neighborly Done Right Promise. Reliable help, right when you need it.
Project mojo boost: The Stitchery on Regal is a cozy South Hill hub for quilters and stitchers, with fresh fabrics, smart kits, trusty notions, JUKI machines, and approachable classes for a little guidance. If your WIP pile is side-eyeing you, consider this your cue to play.
Breakfast in a railcar: Frank’s Diner serves crisp hash browns, generous eggs Benedict, and the cozy clatter that feels like Spokane. It’s comfort with local history and friendly bustle, all in a restored railcar, plus strong coffee, warm plates, and zero pretense.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
💧 Water Wise Wednesday Workshops @ Spokane Public Library Shadle Park | Wednesday (3/11) at 5:30 PM – Ready to ditch the thirsty lawn and still make the neighbors jealous? Learn SpokaneScape DIY design from landscape architect Cathy Spokas, part two of the Water Wise Wednesday series. Come for tips, stay for smaller water bills, less hose time, and plants that survive August.
🎂 Cake Decorating 101 @ The Kitchen Engine | Thursday (3/12) at 5:45 PM – Whether your cakes lean like the Tower of Pisa or you want sharper edges, Christina Navarro of Baking Me Crazy hosts a hands-on decorating class. Learn filling, crumb coats, smooth finishes, and five-petal flowers. Leave with a 5-inch, two-layer beauty, and a frosting recipe.
🍀 Luck of the Irish Spring Craft Fair @ Corbin Senior Activity Center | Friday (3/13) at 9:00 AM – Upgrade the usual yard sale crawl with a real-deal local craft fair. Browse makers, try your luck at raffles, and tuck into a proper Irish lunch for $15. Corbin Senior Center dining room serves stew, traditional apple cake, and more from Noon to 2 PM.
🎶 Junie B Jones- The Musical @ Spokane Children’s Theatre | Friday (3/13) at 7:00 PM – Remember the chaos of first grade, only with better music and fewer sticky desks. Junie B. Jones the Musical delivers big opinions, cafeteria drama, and G-rated heart, plus an ASL-interpreted show, a Family Value Night, and a heads-up for flashing lights and loud surprises.
🌿 Natural Dye Baths & Resists @ Spokane Zero Waste Classroom | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Turn silk and cotton into art with farm grown florals and a simmering dye bath. Beth Mort of Snapdragon Flower Farm teaches natural dyes, fabric prep, mordanting, and resist binding at Spokane Zero Waste Classroom. $115, cheaper than therapy, prettier than bleach.
🌸 Orchid and Plant Show & Sale @ Spokane Community College Lair | Saturday (3/14) at 11:00 AM – An orchid and plant show and sale is rolling in with rare finds, hardy houseplants, and growers who know the difference between thirsty and dramatic. Browse, buy, and pick up care tips, then go home a hero to your windowsill. Bring a tote, and restraint.
🏃 Shamrock Shuffle Half Marathon @ Riverfront Spokane | Sunday (3/15) at 6:00 AM – Grab your green gear and cruise Riverfront Park for Spokane’s St. Paddy’s run, with a half, 10K, 5K, and a kids dash. It’s chip timed, full of swag, snacks, and support, and benefits Beats & Rhythms. First 100 kids run free.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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📻 Spokane report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 43°F – Low: 27°F – Precip: 39%
A chance of snow after 2pm. Mostly sunny. High near 43, with temperatures falling to around 41 in the afternoon. West wind 10 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of snow before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 27. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 21 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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Tomorrow – High: 44°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 38%
A chance of snow after 5pm. Mostly sunny, with a high near 44. Southwest wind 6 to 13 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Chance of precipitation is 40%. Later: A chance of snow. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 32. Chance of precipitation is 40%.
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