Bling! In the New Year

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)

Western Art Show, Dutch oven cook-off, live entertainment, vendors and more. May 24-26. Downtown Ritzville, Wash. ritzvillewesternart.com (660-0654)

"Celebrare I'Italia"-themed four-course dinner paired with Italian wines. May 24 from 6-10 pm. $55. The Lincoln Center, 1316 N. Lincoln St. thelincolncenterspokane.com (327-8000)