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Arbor Crest Wine Cellars WINE TASTING
(4705 N Fruithill Rd; noon-5pm) The hilltop location with views over Spokane; the land-
mark estate; blooming grounds; and live music performances on Wednesdays and the
weekends throughout summer all make this winery and vineyard a destination in itself.
The wines add to the romance (it's no wonder this is a popular spot for weddings). Try
any of the great-value reds.
Caterina Winery WINE TASTING
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( www.caterinawinery.com ; 905 N Washington; noon-6pm Wed-Sun) For wholesome reds, in-
cluding some widely lauded cabernet sauvignons, try this kid-friendly winery on the
northern outskirts of Riverfront Park.
Latah Creek Wine Cellars WINE TASTING
( www.latahcreek.com ; 13030 E Indiana Ave; 9am-5pm) If white's more your tipple, try the
sweet riesling and chardonnays at Latah Creek Wine Cellars, east of the city off I-90 exit
289.
Mt Spokane Ski & Snowboard Park SKIING
( www.mtspokane.com ; day pass adult/child $49/39; ) This refreshingly unhyped ski resort
features a 2100ft vertical drop. The resort can be found 31 miles northeast of Spokane at
the end of Hwy 206.
Festivals & Events
Bloomsday Run RUNNING
( www.bloomsdayrun.org ) The race attracts up to 60,000 runners, walkers and wheelchair
racers every year on the first Sunday in May. The course bisects downtown and garners
plenty of local enthusiasm. Also Click here .
Hoopfest BASKETBALL
( www.spokanehoopfest.net ) An enormous outdoor basketball tournament held at Riverfront
Park and in the downtown streets in late June.
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