Holiday Fest

Community members are invited to help build raised beds for the garden. May 18 from 10 am-2 pm. Bring tools and a water bottle. Spokane Valley Partners Community Garden, at Mission St. and Pierce Rd. svpart.org (927-1153)

21st annual luncheon fundraiser featuring keynote speaker Bonnie St. John, benefiting local programs that aid women and children in the Inland Northwest. May 20 at 11:30 am. $125. Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd. whwfspokane.org (328-8285)

Learn about volunteer opportunities with the social service nonprofit. May 21 from 10-11:15 am. Free. Catholic Charities Family Services center, 12 E. Fifth Ave. ccspokane.org (358-4270)