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In an instant it seems like we've gone from insane heat of summer to fall. Maybe it's the kids going back to school. Maybe it's the break in the smoke. Whatever the reason, it feels like a new season is upon us, so take a gander at our event listings and Staff Picks often to see what's happening all autumn. 

Here's a crash course in the week ahead, going into Labor Day weekend: 

Monday, Aug. 31

COMMUNITY | Today at Shadle Park, it's Doggie Dip day at the pool! Just be sure to bring your pup a towel, it's chilly outside from 5-7 pm. 

FOOD & DRINK | These last gasps of summer also mean, better get to storing your summer veggies. Spokane Valley Library is hosting a free class at 6:30 pm on Pickling Summer Vegetables. 

Tuesday, Sept. 1

MUSIC EVENTS & CONCERTS | It's time for Bach @ Barrister, a new concert series at Barrister Winery where Northwest Bach Festival Artistic Director and renowned cellist Zuill Bailey joins with guitarist David Leisner. Expect a program full of works by Schubert, Leisner, Saint-Saëns and Paganini. Concertgoers will receive an autographed CD with their ticket price. It also happens Wednesday. 

FOOD & DRINK | Hey home brewers, the Inland Brewers Unite Social Night drops by the latest spot for a tasty beverage in the Garland District, Filt. 

FILM | The Garland Theater hosts a screening of Heroes of Dirt, a story about a BMX stunt rider who mentors a teen while trying to pull off the craziest stunts ever done on a bike. It starts at 6:30 pm, and it's free. Here's a look at the flick: 

Wednesday, Sept. 2

LIVE BANDS/FESTIVAL | It's opening day of Pig Out in the Park, people! Lots of great music and a ton of grub. Sammy Eubanks and Dimestore Prophets are among Wednesday's bands. 

LIVE BANDS | If you like your rock 'n' roll joyously sleazy and unquestionably rawkin!, you'll want to consider the Biters show at The Pin! Here's a sample: 

Thursday, Sept. 3

LIVE BANDS | The mighty Melvins come to The Bartlett for a sold-out show, so you can either lurk around outside and feel the rock from afar, or scope out a scalped ticket to get in at the last minute. Here's our interview with the band. 

SPORTS & OUTDOORS | REI offers a free class that will come in handy for taking care of your wheels. Bike Maintenance Basics Level 1 is a perfect intro course, and it's free. It starts at 7 pm.

LIVE BANDS | The Spokane Arena plays host to country megastar Tim McGraw, along with Billy Currington and Chase Bryant. 

Friday, Sept. 4

VISUAL ARTS | It's First Friday, and this month, consider a different kind of visual arts than painting or sculpture. The Spokane Stamp Club is hosting a show of its members incredible collections at the Express Employment Professionals office. 

Saturday, Sept. 5

ETC | Greyhound owners unite! The Greyhound Pets of North America Picnic is going down in Coeur d'Alene at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, and you'll meet a slew of really fast, skinny puppies if you go. 

FESTIVAL | Schweitzer Fall Fest brings together visual arts, tasty beer and tunes all weekend in North Idaho. 

Sunday, Sept. 6

WORDS | Spokane Poetry Slam's monthly all-ages poetry showdown, Bootslam, goes down Sunday night at 7:30 pm at Boots Bakery.