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Charity Fraud and How to Avoid It
2025-12-03 17:30:00 2025-12-03 18:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Charity Fraud and How to Avoid It Learn about common types of charity scams and how to avoid them. Be more confident that the money you donate is being put to the use you intended it for. South Hill - South Hill Events

Wednesday, December 03
5:30pm - 6:30pm

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South Hill Events

Learn about common types of charity scams and how to avoid them. Be more confident that the money you donate is being put to the use you intended it for.

During International Charity Fraud Awareness Week, learn from an Assistant Attorney General about common types of charity scams and how to avoid them. Be more confident that the money you donate is being put to the use you intended for it.

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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 sday@spokanelibrary.org.

For all event information inquiries, email telref@spokanelibrary.org or call 509-444-5300.

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South Hill
Phone: 509-444-5300
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Upcoming events

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Line Dance
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Book Club - The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff
Sat, Sep 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "The Bandit Queens" by Parini Shroff.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Sep 12, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
A Journey Through Uttarakhand, India's Himalayan State - Armchair Travelers Series
Sat, Sep 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Rinkal for a visually stunning storytelling journey through the breathtaking scenery of Uttarakhand, an Indian state at the heart of Himalayas. Learn about its natural and cultural wonders.
A Journey Through Rajasthan: India’s Royal Heritage - Armchair Travelers Series
Sat, Sep 12, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Experience some of India's most iconic and culturally rich destinations through photos and storytelling, including the Taj Mahal and many forts that are rich with the country's history.
KYRS Presents: Get Loud in The Library Concert Series
Sat, Sep 12, 6:30pm - 10:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
This free, all-ages concert is part of our ongoing series presented by KYRS Thin Air Community Radio, Spokane Public Library, and Brick West Brewing.
Mini Yoga Retreat
Sun, Sep 13, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined
Inclusion Wellness Community will be leading a yoga retreat with meditation and yoga practice. Vegan snacks and tea will be provided. Bring a yoga mat and water bottle. Registration is required.
This event is full
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Sep 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Sep 14, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Camp Skills: Paracord Crafts - For Kids Ages 5-13
Mon, Sep 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Practice your camping skills in this program for the whole family.
Accident Prevention Program (APP) Workshop - With David Jeary from WA State L&I
Mon, Sep 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a workshop led by David Jeary from the Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I), focused on building an effective Accident Prevention Program (APP) for your business.
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
The Child in Literature: A 4-Part Writing Workshop - Craft Class & Workshop with Writer Isabelle Eastman
Mon, Sep 14, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
In this 4-week class, participants will explore their own writing through readings, discussions, and prompts on how child characters and family perspectives are treated within literature.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Sep 15, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Sep 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Sep 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Sep 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Sep 15, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Plant Art Collage Making - For Kids Ages 5-13
Tue, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
What can you make using dried petals and leaves?🌻
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Poetry for Everyone - with Sarah Rooney
Tue, Sep 15, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Electronics Recycle & Backup - Recycle Old Electronics Responsibly with PCs for People
Wed, Sep 16, All day
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Bring old, unused electronics to select Spokane Public Library locations during the first ever Spokane Public Library Electronics Recycle & Backup event in partnership with PCs for People.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Line Dance
Wed, Sep 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Family Camp Skills: Paracord Crafts - For Kids and Teens Ages 5-13
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Practice your camping skills in this program for the whole family.
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Lobby
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Car and Home Loan Basics
Wed, Sep 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services about car and home loan basics, leasing versus buying, and total cost versus monthly payment.
Electronics Recycle & Backup - Recycle Old electronics Responsibly with PCs for People
Thu, Sep 17, All day
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Bring old unused electronics to select Spokane Public Library locations during the first ever Spokane Public Library Electronics Recycle and Backup event.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Sep 17, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 1:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events C
Led by Lynda Keenan, a seasoned expert with a background in Biology from EWU, this workshop caters to those fascinated by genetic DNA and interested in tracing their heritage through DNA matching.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Sep 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Sep 17, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Kids' Game Time - For Kids Ages 5-13
Thu, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come play games at the library!
Tween and Teen Sewing Studio: Aprons & Utility Wear - For Kids and Teens ages 10-16
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn sewing skills in this hands-on workshop.
Electronics Recycle & Backup - Recycle Old Electronics Responsibly with PCs for People
Fri, Sep 18, All day
South Hill - South Hill Events
Bring old unused electronics to select Spokane Public Library locations during the first ever Spokane Public Library Electronics Recycle and Backup event.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Cancelled
Memory Cafe
Fri, Sep 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park
At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.
Plant Art Collage Making - For Kids Ages 5-13
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
What can you make using dried petals and leaves?🌻
Emerging Artists Concert - Presented by Spokane Public Library Foundation
Fri, Sep 18, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
SPL, TPG Radio, and Spokane Public Library Foundation presents a free night of music featuring Spec O' Dust, Joust, Irrational Doubt, and Pleurant.
Walk & Write: A Writing Workshop Inspired by Rivers - with Sharma Shields, A Spokane Is Reading Event
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Central - Central Events A
Take a slow walk around the Spokane River/waterfalls and then return to the library for river-related writing prompts. This event is inspired by the 2026 Spokane Is Reading book 'One, Two, Three.'
Harvest Swap!
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Time to show off the fruit of your labor and your gardening prowess! Bring in your giant zucchini, tomatoes, overgrown iris, and see what your neighbors have grown or dug up for you!
Line Dance
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Sep 19, 11:00am - 3:00pm
South Hill
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.
Make Malaysian Chili Garlic Ginger Sauce
Sat, Sep 19, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Owner of SeraiMas Catering, Alice Koh, will demonstrate making the secret recipe of her popular Malaysian Chili Garlic Ginger sauce. Sample the sauce with fruits and a noodle salad in rice paper.
Western Kalahari Nature Tour - Armchair Travelers Series
Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Kim and Allen on a self-driven, self-guided and self-catered tour to western Kalahari region in southern Africa, a place of immense beauty and wonder.
Spokane River Salmon Exhibit Opening Reception - Featuring Conor Giorgi, artist George Hill, & Jack Nisbet
Sat, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - 3rd Floor, Stage
The opening reception of a breathtaking Central Library exhibit, which features never-before-seen visualizations of Spokane fishing practices rendered by tribal artist George Hill.
How to Write a Beautiful List Poem - with Elisa Vigil
Sat, Sep 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A fun, generative writing workshop for poets of all abilities.
Arts Celebration! - Presented by Spokane Arts and the Spokane Arts Commission
Sat, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Enjoy arts activities, socializing, snacks, a no host bar, and listen to a brief program about the Municipal Arts Plan, Arts Awards and SAGA. RSVP required.Register
Egyptian Belly Dance
Sun, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join the fun with this beginning-level Egyptian-style Belly Dance class taught by Marya Nowakowski. Wear workout or yoga clothes. Sparkly hip sashes available to use during class.
Irish Dancing
Sun, Sep 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Experience Irish culture through traditional social dancing and music taught by the MSD Irish Dance Academy. All ages, levels, and abilities are welcome!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Sep 21, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
LEGO® Drop In and Build - For Kids Ages 5-13
Mon, Sep 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Hang out and build some LEGO® creations!
Foundation to the Future: Bookkeeping for Small Business
Mon, Sep 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
An overview of how to set up and manage bookkeeping for today’s small businesses, presented in partnership with SIMBA and Inland Cooperative Services.
The Child in Literature: A 4-Part Writing Workshop - Craft Class & Workshop with Writer Isabelle Eastman
Mon, Sep 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
In this 4-week class, participants will explore their own writing through readings, discussions, and prompts on how child characters and family perspectives are treated within literature.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Sep 22, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Sep 22, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Family Camp Skills: Paracord Crafts - For Kids Ages 5-13
Tue, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Practice your camping skills in this program for the whole family.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Liberty Park Writing Workshop - Experimenting Across Genres for 6 Weeks
Tue, Sep 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This is a multi-genre (both prose and poetry) critiquing six-week workshop led by graduates of Eastern Washington University's MFA program.
No Contact: Writers on Estrangement - A Virtual Reading and Discussion
Tue, Sep 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Liberty Park - Virtual Events 1
A reading and discussion with the editor and writers of the new anthology 'No Contact: Writers on Estrangement.' This event is presented in partnership with Auntie's Bookstore.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Sep 23, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Cancelled
Line Dance
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Sep 24, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Sep 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Sep 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Sep 24, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Plant Art Collage Making - For Kids Ages 5-13
Thu, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
What can you make using dried petals and leaves?🌻
Early-onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Thu, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Build a support system with other care partners. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association. Meets the 4th Thursday of every month at the South Hill Library.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Sep 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Line Dance
Fri, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Spokane Carvers Association "Artistry in Wood" Registration
Fri, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
The Hive
This time is set aside to register a piece for the show. Stop by anytime between 3:30 and 6:30 pm. Visit the main events on Saturday and Sunday!
Minecraft 3D Print - For Kids Ages 5-13
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Watch a 3D Printer in action, learn how it works and then create a Minecraft-inspired 3D print!
Spokane Carver's Association "Artistry in Wood" Show - Displays, Demos, & Wood Turnings
Sat, Sep 26, 10:00am - 5:00pm
The Hive
Join us for the 35th annual Artistry in Wood Show - featuring regional wood carvings and an exhibition of woodturning. The public is encouraged to attend this free open-house-style event.
Line Dance
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Cancelled
Smartphone Photography
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us to learn about photography basics with local photographer Mike Midkiff.
Book Club - The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
For this Book Club, we will be discussing The Bandit Queens by Parini Shroff.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
Riverside State Park: Nature in Our Own Backyard - Armchair Travelers Series
Sat, Sep 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
For someone with curiosity about the natural world, Riverside State Park is a treasure trove. This talk shares some of the park’s daily surprises available to anyone interested in visiting.
Spokane Carver's Association "Artistry in Wood" Show - Displays, Demos, & Wood Turnings
Sun, Sep 27, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hive
Join us for the 35th annual Artistry in Wood Show - featuring regional wood carvings and an exhibition of woodturning. The public is encouraged to attend this free open-house-style event.
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Sun, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Become a Dementia Friend through learning about dementia, meeting others dealing with the same struggles, and learning how to support people living with dementia in your community.
The Squatters Dilemma - Global Housing Lessons for Local Housing Problems
Sun, Sep 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this Humanities Washington talk, explore how communities around the world have confronted squatting — sometimes successfully, sometimes not. What lessons can we bring home to Washington?
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Sep 28, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Plant Art Collage Making - For Kids Ages 5-13
Mon, Sep 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
What can you make using dried petals and leaves?🌻
Welcome to Medicare
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Prose Workshop
Mon, Sep 28, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. The focus of this workshop is prose.
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
The Child in Literature: A 4-Part Writing Workshop - Craft Class & Workshop with Writer Isabelle Eastman
Mon, Sep 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
In this 4-week class, participants will explore their own writing through readings, discussions, and prompts on how child characters and family perspectives are treated within literature.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Sep 29, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Sep 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Kids' Game Time - For Kids Ages 5-13
Tue, Sep 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Come play games at the library!
Liberty Park Writing Workshop - Experimenting Across Genres for 6 Weeks
Tue, Sep 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This is a multi-genre (both prose and poetry) critiquing six-week workshop led by graduates of Eastern Washington University's MFA program.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Virtual Book Club - Zelmenyaners: A Family Saga by Moyshe Kulbak
Wed, Sep 30, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of Zelmenyaners: A Family Saga by Moyshe Kulbak, translated from Yiddish into English by by Hillel Halkin.
Line Dance
Wed, Sep 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Sep 30, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Mushroom Magic - For Ages 5-13
Wed, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Mushrooms are some of Earth's most surprising and fascinating organisms. Learn about their important role in our ecosystem with crafts and activities for the whole family!
Reframing Death: From Fear to Sacred Passage - Demystifying Death Series
Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
We begin by exploring cultural messages about death and shifting the narrative—from fear and avoidance to reverence and curiosity. What if death is not an ending, but a sacred part of life?
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Car and Home Loan Basics
Wed, Sep 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park
Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services about car and home loan basics, leasing versus buying, and total cost versus monthly payment.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 01, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
A Conversation with Spokane Tribal Artist George Hill - Moderated by Jack Nisbet
Thu, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
In this all-ages-friendly event, George Hill will discuss the art he produced for the library's "Spokane River Salmon: Past. Present. Future" exhibit with naturalist and author Jack Nisbet.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - Central Studio
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Studio
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 01, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Monster Boxes! - For Kids Ages 5-13
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Cardboard, tape, glue, bits and ends, what kind of monster will you befriend?
Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast
Thu, Oct 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for October and what they mean. Register and you'll get an email with instructions on how to participate via Zoom.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Study A
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Family Camp Skills: Paracord Crafts - For Kids Ages 5-13
Fri, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Practice your camping skills in this program for the whole family.
Line Dance
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
The Journey of the Apple - Part 1 of the Apple Festival Series
Sat, Oct 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
From its origins in Central Asia to its place in American kitchens, the apple has traveled a remarkable path. Discover the fascinating journey of this humble fruit and how it became an American icon.
Making Apple Fruit Leather at Home - Part 2 of the Apple Festival Series
Sat, Oct 03, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
South Hill
Learn how to make delicious apple fruit leather at home—it's easier than you might think! Home chef Thomas Brown shares his favorite recipe and tips for creating this simple, tasty treat.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Oct 05, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Fire Smart Kids: A Fire Safety Adventure - For Kids Ages 5-13
Mon, Oct 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Meet your firefighters and learn about fire safety with the Spokane Fire Department!
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Poetry Workshop
Mon, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. This workshop is for poetry.
Write Together: Evening Edition - Led by Award-Winning Author Stephanie Oakes
Mon, Oct 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Bring your writing project and experience the joy of writing in community with YALSA award-winning novelist Stephanie Oakes!
The Child in Literature: A 4-Part Writing Workshop - Craft Class & Workshop with Writer Isabelle Eastman
Mon, Oct 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
In this 4-week class, participants will explore their own writing through readings, discussions, and prompts on how child characters and family perspectives are treated within literature.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Oct 06, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Loving Kindness Meditation Practice
Tue, Oct 06, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this class we will expand on Mindfulness practice and begin to explore the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Oct 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Monster Boxes! - For Kids Ages 5-13
Tue, Oct 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Cardboard, tape, glue, bits and ends, what kind of monster will you befriend?
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Liberty Park Writing Workshop - Experimenting Across Genres for 6 Weeks
Tue, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This is a multi-genre (both prose and poetry) critiquing six-week workshop led by graduates of Eastern Washington University's MFA program.
Spokane River Salmon: Where Are We Now? Where Are We Going? - Featuring the Spokane Tribe's Anadromous Program
Tue, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Conor Giorgi, director of the Spokane Tribal Fisheries Anadromous Program, will lead a discussion about efforts happening now and in the future for Spokane River salmon.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Activities for People Living With Dementia
Wed, Oct 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will discuss specific activities that people living with dementia can do in each stage of the disease. We will focus on using a strengths-based approach.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Wed, Oct 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Oct 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Fire Smart Kids: A Fire Safety Adventure - For Kids Ages 5-13
Wed, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Meet your firefighters and learn about fire safety with the Spokane Fire Department!
The Dying Process: Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual - Demystifying Death Series
Wed, Oct 07, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
We look at what actually happens as we die—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We’ll explore how people experience this transition, and how we can show up with presence and compassion.
Spokane Is Reading Presents Laurie Frankel - 'One Two Three' is Spokane Is Reading's 2026 Selection
Wed, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central - Central Conference Room B & Lounge,nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Spokane Is Reading will host a talk with award-winning author Laurie Frankel about her novel 'One Two Three.' Join us for Spokane's largest book club!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 08, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - Central Studio
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Fire Smart Kids: A Fire Safety Adventure - For Kids Ages 5-13
Thu, Oct 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Meet your firefighters and learn about fire safety with the Spokane Fire Department!
Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth
Thu, Oct 08, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Oct 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Line Dance
Fri, Oct 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Monster Boxes! - For Kids Ages 5 - 13
Fri, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Cardboard, tape, glue, bits and ends, what kind of monster will you befriend?
Nerf Wars - For Middle and High Schoolers
Fri, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us for an after-hours Nerf Battle with other middle/high school students at the Central Library! Please fill out the waiver in the long description of this event. IT CANNOT BE SUBMITTED ONLINE.
Line Dance
Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Book Club - "One Two Three: A novel" by Laurie Frankel
Sat, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "One Two Three: A Novel" by Laurie Frankel.
Books in the Park: Bring a Book to Manito Park and Read! - Celebrate 'Let Freedom Read Day' for Banned Books Week
Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Manito Park - Ferris Perennial Garden
Celebrate our right to read with Spokane Public Library. Bring a book, a picnic blanket or camp chair, and meet at the Ferris Perennial Garden at Manito Park for an hour of reading in community.
Tour to Liberty Ciderworks - Part 3 of the Apple Festival Series
Sat, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Ciderworks, 213 E 3rd Ave
Go behind the scenes at Liberty Ciderworks to discover how hard cider is made. Tour the cidery, learn why cider is experiencing a renaissance, and hear from the owners about the cider-making process .
Weird, Wonderful, and Haunted Spokane - With 'Secret Spokane' Author Adriana Janovich
Sat, Oct 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Learn the history behind some of Spokane's most bizarre and fascinating locations from Adriana Janovich, author of the newly published 'Secret Spokane: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.'
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Sun, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Become a Dementia Friend through learning about dementia, meeting others dealing with the same struggles, and learning how to support people living with dementia in your community.
Bhangra & Bollywood Dance Fitness
Sun, Oct 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
This class combines the excitement of Bollywood with the folk of Bhangra. Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Oct 12, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Monster Boxes! - For Kids Ages 5-13
Mon, Oct 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Cardboard, tape, glue, bits and ends, what kind of monster will you befriend?
Gentle Flow Yoga
Mon, Oct 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Prose Workshop
Mon, Oct 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. The focus of this workshop is prose.
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Oct 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Oct 13, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Oct 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Loving Kindness Meditation Practice
Tue, Oct 13, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this class we will expand on Mindfulness practice and begin to explore the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation.
Mushroom Magic - For Ages 5-13
Tue, Oct 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Mushrooms are some of Earth's most surprising and fascinating organisms. Learn about their important role in our ecosystem with crafts and activities for the whole family!
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Liberty Park Writing Workshop - Experimenting Across Genres for 6 Weeks
Tue, Oct 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This is a multi-genre (both prose and poetry) critiquing six-week workshop led by graduates of Eastern Washington University's MFA program.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Line Dance
Wed, Oct 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Monster Boxes! - For Kids Ages 5-13
Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Cardboard, tape, glue, bits and ends - what kind of monster will you befriend?
Legal and Practical Preparation for End of Life - Demystifying Death Series
Wed, Oct 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
This week focuses on logistics—advance directives, wills, power of attorney, and end-of-life wishes. We’ll demystify the paperwork and help you identify what’s truly important to put in place.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 1:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events C
Led by Lynda Keenan, a seasoned expert with a background in Biology from EWU, this workshop caters to those fascinated by genetic DNA and interested in tracing their heritage through DNA matching.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
A River Full of Fish: Early Visions of the Spokane Watershed - Featuring local author and naturalist Jack Nisbet
Thu, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Central Events A
Join local author Jack Nisbet for a slideshow exploring early visitors’ journals and artwork—and what they reveal about the Spokane watershed, ecology, fish, and human landscape.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 15, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Kids' Game Time - For Kids Ages 5-13
Thu, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come play games at the library!
Tween and Teen Sewing Studio: Fall Accessories - For Kids & Teens Ages 10-16
Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn sewing skills in this hands-on workshop.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Memory Cafe
Fri, Oct 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.
Line Dance
Fri, Oct 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Mushroom Magic - For Ages 5-13
Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Mushrooms are some of Earth's most surprising and fascinating organisms. Learn about their important role in our ecosystem with crafts and activities for the whole family!
Line Dance
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Book Club - One Two Three: A Novel by Laurie Frankel
Sat, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a book discussion of "One Two Three: A Novel" by Laurie Frankel.
Make Apple Chutney at Home - Part 4 of the Apple Festival Series
Sat, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn how to make apple chutney with Alice Koh of SeraiMas, a Malaysian catering business. Using aromatic Indian spices, you'll learn how to create this sweet, tangy, and gently spiced condiment.
Egyptian Belly Dance
Sun, Oct 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join the fun with this beginning-level Egyptian-style Belly Dance class taught by Marya Nowakowski. Wear workout or yoga clothes. Sparkly hip sashes available to use during class.
Irish Dancing
Sun, Oct 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Experience Irish culture through traditional social dancing and music taught by the MSD Irish Dance Academy. All ages, levels, and abilities are welcome!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Oct 19, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Why Trust is Essential to Democracy - A Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau Event
Mon, Oct 19, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this talk, discover the “three verbs” of trust: bonding, bridging, and breaking, and get a foundational overview of how trust operates within democratic societies.
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Poetry Workshop
Mon, Oct 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. This workshop is for poetry.
Write Together: Evening Edition - Led by Award-Winning Author Stephanie Oakes
Mon, Oct 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Bring your writing project and experience the joy of writing in community with YALSA award-winning novelist Stephanie Oakes!
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Oct 20, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Loving Kindness Meditation Practice
Tue, Oct 20, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this class we will expand on Mindfulness practice and begin to explore the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Poetry for Everyone - with Sarah Rooney
Tue, Oct 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Liberty Park Writing Workshop - Experimenting Across Genres for 6 Weeks
Tue, Oct 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
This is a multi-genre (both prose and poetry) critiquing six-week workshop led by graduates of Eastern Washington University's MFA program.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Line Dance
Wed, Oct 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Oct 21, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Lobby
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Final Arrangements: Choices for After Death - Demystifying Death Series
Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn the many options for caring for one’s body after death including traditional burials, cremation, green burials, and other meaningful ways to honor our wishes and values.
Understanding Inflation
Wed, Oct 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services about what inflation is and how to protect against it.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 22, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need To Know
Thu, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Attend an unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include choosing and changing plans, Medigaps, and Medicare fraud.
Early-onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group
Thu, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Build a support system with other care partners. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association. Meets the 4th Thursday of every month at the South Hill Library.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Line Dance
Fri, Oct 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Kids' Game Time - For Kids Ages 5-13
Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Come play games at the library!
Line Dance
Sat, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Beyond the Pie: Apples in Savory Cooking - Part 5 of the Apple Festival Series
Sat, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Apples aren't just for dessert! Discover how this versatile fruit can shine in savory dishes—from hearty entrées and tangy slaws to squash with sage and even a unique twist on a charcuterie board.
Upcycled Crescent Moon Craft
Sun, Oct 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Professional Bharatanatyam Dancer and Natanam Dance School owner Devika Gates will teach us how to make a crescent moon with fabric.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Oct 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Oct 26, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Prose Workshop
Mon, Oct 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. The focus of this workshop is prose.
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Oct 26, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Oct 27, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Loving Kindness Meditation Practice
Tue, Oct 27, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this class we will expand on Mindfulness practice and begin to explore the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Liberty Park Writing Workshop - Experimenting Across Genres for 6 Weeks
Tue, Oct 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This is a multi-genre (both prose and poetry) critiquing six-week workshop led by graduates of Eastern Washington University's MFA program.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Virtual Book Club - One Two Three by Laurie Frankel
Wed, Oct 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of Spokane is Reading selection One Two Three by Laurie Frankel.
Line Dance
Wed, Oct 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Living Fully, Dying Consciously - Demystifying Death Series
Wed, Oct 28, 5:00pm - 6:15pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In our final session, we’ll reflect on how to talk with family and loved ones, and how deepening our relationship with death can open the door to a more vibrant, intentional life.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 29, 9:00am - 10:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 29, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Line Dance
Fri, Oct 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Line Dance
Sat, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
WSU Halloween Health Fair
Sat, Oct 31, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Hold a real human brain this Halloween! Explore health and wellness through hands-on activities, free screenings, and interactive booths for youth and families.
Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast
Sun, Nov 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for November and what they mean. Register and you'll get an email with instructions on how to participate via Zoom.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 02, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Poetry Workshop
Mon, Nov 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. This workshop is for poetry.
Write Together: Evening Edition - Led by Award-Winning Author Stephanie Oakes
Mon, Nov 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Bring your writing project and experience the joy of writing in community with YALSA award-winning novelist Stephanie Oakes!
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Nov 03, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Loving Kindness Meditation Practice
Tue, Nov 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this class we will expand on Mindfulness practice and begin to explore the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Having a Joyful Holiday - Geared Toward Caregivers of Individuals with Dementia
Wed, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Holidays can be difficult for people living with dementia and their families. We will discuss how to prepare for some of those challenges.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 05, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Nov 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Studio
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 05, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Study A
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Line Dance
Sat, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Reconnecting Roots: An Urban Native Story - A Native American Heritage Month Program
Sat, Nov 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Levi Horn in this interactive gathering centered on cultural reclamation and shared heritage, with insights into Native culture.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 09, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Community Writing Workshops with EWU Writing Students - A Five-Week Prose Workshop
Mon, Nov 09, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A critiquing writing workshop led by students from EWU's MFA Program in Writing. The focus of this workshop is prose.
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Tue, Nov 10, 9:30am - 10:15am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Loving Kindness Meditation Practice
Tue, Nov 10, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this class we will expand on Mindfulness practice and begin to explore the practice of Metta or Loving Kindness Meditation.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Nov 11, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
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