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Stanley Nelson's syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, from early roots to 1970s urban funk and beyond.
About the Film
We Want the Funk is a syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, spanning from African, soul, and early jazz roots, to its rise into the public consciousness. Featuring James Brown’s dynamism, the extraterrestrial funk of George Clinton’s Parliament Funkadelic, transformed girl group Labelle, and Fela Kuti’s Afrobeat, the story also traces funk’s influences on both new wave and hip-hop.
About Independent (Indie) Lens Pop-Up Series
This is a part of our Indie Lens Pop-Up Series in partnership with KSPS PBS, a unique neighborhood event that brings the community together to explore powerful stories through film. Featuring documentaries from PBS’s Independent Lens, these screenings spark meaningful conversations on the topics that matter most—social issues, family dynamics, community relationships, and more.
Since 2005, Indie Lens Pop-Up has hosted over 7,200 events, connecting an estimated 430,000 participants in discussions that inspire action and foster understanding.
Accessibility Features
These events are designed with universal accessibility in mind, ensuring a welcoming experience for everyone:
Whether you’re joining in person or online, your voice matters. Be part of a meaningful dialogue that strengthens our community and celebrates diverse perspectives.
This screening will be immediately followed a live funk concert.
By attending library programs, you are agreeing to potentially appear in photos/videos taken at our locations that may be used in promotional materials including social media.
We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations (i.e. hearing assistance, ASL requests, or other ADA inquiries), email smurphy@spokanelibrary.org.
For all event information inquiries, email telref@spokanelibrary.org or call 509-444-5300.
Mon, Feb 03 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
Tue, Feb 04 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
Wed, Feb 05 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
Thu, Feb 06 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
Fri, Feb 07 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sat, Feb 08 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
Sun, Feb 09 | 12:00PM to 4:00PM |
COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
66 public computer stations
MEETING & STUDY ROOMS
300 person capacity nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall (pronounced: inn-whi-whi-ettk, a Salish word meaning Life in the Water)
256 capacity combined event space on the 1st floor
34 person capacity maker studio
2 conference rooms
2 reservable co-working spaces in the Business Lab
5 study rooms
Media Studios – production studio, recording studio, and video studio
SERVICES
Friends of the Library used book store
New Leaf Café
Business Lab with Coworking Space
Computer Lab (Faxing, copying, scanning, printing)
Inland Northwest Special Collections
KYRS Radio
Shimmer (public art) by John Rogers
River Rumpus Children’s Playspace
Serenity Room