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From Ukraine to Spokane

Stories of Displacement and Resilience
2023-09-12 18:30:00 2023-09-12 20:00:00 America/Los_Angeles From Ukraine to Spokane A panel discussion featuring voices of individuals who fled the conflict in Ukraine to seek safety and a new life here in Spokane Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall

Tuesday, September 12
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-12 18:30:00 2023-09-12 20:00:00 America/Los_Angeles From Ukraine to Spokane A panel discussion featuring voices of individuals who fled the conflict in Ukraine to seek safety and a new life here in Spokane Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall

Central

nx?yx?yetk? Hall

A panel discussion featuring voices of individuals who fled the conflict in Ukraine to seek safety and a new life here in Spokane

Join us for a poignant panel discussion featuring individuals from Ukraine, many of whom fled the conflict that erupted roughly a year and a half ago. As Russia's attack on Ukraine displaced countless Ukrainians, Spokane has become a sanctuary for many seeking refuge. This event offers a unique opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of those who experienced the turmoil and the challenges of starting anew in Spokane.

This event is organized in collaboration with Thrive International, a Spokane-based organization dedicated to welcoming refugees, providing them with temporary housing, and connecting them with essential resources. Their mission ensures that refugees not only find safety but also have the tools to thrive independently in their new community.

Join us in extending a warm welcome to our panelists and deepening our understanding and empathy for the Ukrainian community in Spokane.

By attending library programs, you are agreeing to potentially appear in photos/videos taken at our locations that may be used in promotional materials including social media.

We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations (i.e. hearing assistance, ASL requests, or other ADA inquiries), call the library at 509-444-5340. 

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Learning & Lectures | Current Affairs |

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Phone: (509) 444-5300
Hours
Mon, Dec 02 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Dec 03 9:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Dec 04 9:00AM to 7:00PM
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Fri, Dec 06 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Sat, Dec 07 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 08 12:00PM to 4:00PM
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About the branch

COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
66 public computer stations

MEETING & STUDY ROOMS
300 person capacity nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall (pronounced: inn-whi-whi-ettk, a Salish word meaning Life in the Water)
256 capacity combined event space on the 1st floor
34 person capacity maker studio
2 conference rooms
2 reservable co-working spaces in the Business Lab
5 study rooms
Media Studios – production studio, recording studio, and video studio

SERVICES
Friends of the Library used book store
New Leaf Café
Business Lab with Bloomberg Terminal & Coworking Space
Computer Lab (Faxing, copying, scanning, printing)
Inland Northwest Special Collections
KYRS Radio
Shimmer (public art) by John Rogers
River Rumpus Children’s Playspace
Serenity Room

Upcoming events

Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Dec 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, Dec 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 05, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? 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, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - 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, Dec 05, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Imagimals: Imaginary Animals! - For Kids and Their Families
Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Create the animal of your dreams with hands-on activities!
A Community Practice: Joy & Wonder - Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Thu, Dec 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Joy & Wonder.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 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.
How to Finish and Edit a Novel - A Discussion and Writing Session
Fri, Dec 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A follow-up to National Novel Writing Month, this discussion with local novelist Sharma Shields involves the art of "finishing" a book. Bring your novel-in-progress to work on following the event.
Seasonal STEM Creations: A Homeschool Event - For Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
We'll use science to create holiday items, including paper circuits, shrink plastic, and more!
Shadle Park Library LEGO® Club - For ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
LEGO® fans are invited to build, craft and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
A Very Nordic Holiday: Storytime & Crafts - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Dec 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a Nordic storytime! We will be reading Nordic-inspired stories. In partnership with the Sons of Norway.
A Very Nordic Holiday: Craft Making!
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Come craft with the Sons of Norway as they guide you through how to make felt gnomes, braid hearts out of wheat straw, create paper heart ornaments, and learn a painting technique called Rosemaling!
A Very Nordic Holiday Celebration: Krumkake & Hjertevafler! - Cooking Demonstration
Sat, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn how to make Krumkake (cone cookies) and Hjertevafler (Heart Waffles) with the Sons of Norway. Tasting included!
Live Irish Music
Sat, Dec 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Enjoy Irish music and let the spirit of music carry you into a great holiday season! Dance to the tune if the music so moves you!
Great Startup Bakeoff: Baked Goods Market
Sun, Dec 08, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Support young entrepreneurs as they sell delicious holiday baked goods as part of the Great Startup Bakeoff. Enjoy festive treats and live music while celebrating their creativity and business skills!
Pearl Harbor Day Memories
Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
On the heel of Pearl Harbor Day, Michael Myers, Professor Emeritus at WSU, reflects on the unforgettable event and how its memory has endured and evolved over the past 83 years.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Sun, Dec 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Certified yoga teacher Renee will lead a gentle yoga practice with a brief guided imagery at the end. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel.
Yarn Gnome Ornaments
Sun, Dec 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Yarn gnome ornaments are really simple and fun to make. Customize an ornament to take home with you! Registration is required.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Create Your Own Journal for a Daily Mental Health Practice - For Teens (ages 13-18)
Mon, Dec 09, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join Mujeres in Action in this hands-on workshop that teaches teens a simple book-binding technique to create a personalized journal. This event will be translated into English and Spanish.
Who's Hibernating? - For Kids and Their Families
Mon, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Winter is coming! How do hibernating animals survive during the winter?
Suminagashi: The Japanese Art of Floating Ink - With Artist-in-Residence Mel Antuna Hewitt
Mon, Dec 09, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Learn the beautiful and meditative art of Suminagashi, a paper marbling technique from Japan. Participants will learn tips and techniques to create beautiful patterns that can be replicated at home.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Robot Delivery Service! - For ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Botley the Robot wants to deliver letters and gifts to the neighborhood! We'll design a neighborhood for him as well as a way to carry the load!
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 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!
Introduction to the Novella - A Writing Workshop with Alexis M. Smith
Tue, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
A six-part series on how to write a short-form novel with Lambda Literary Award & PNBA Award winning novelist Alexis M. Smith.
Registration is now closed
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park 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
Wed, Dec 11, 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.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Dec 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.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Wed, Dec 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
This Alzheimer's Association course helps caregivers recognize common signs of the disease in themselves and others and identify next steps to take, including how to talk to their doctor.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 11, 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, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Who's Hibernating? - For Kids and Their Families
Wed, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Winter is coming! How do hibernating animals survive during the winter?
Kids Art Club: Neon Nature - Animal Paint Party - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Dec 11, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Join us for Neon Nature: Animal Paint Party! Kids can pick or draw an animal to paint with UV-reactive colors under black lights, creating glowing, wild masterpieces!
Bat Chat from a Veterinarian
Wed, Dec 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Dr. Lynne Nelson of WSU College of Veterinary Medicine will discuss bat biology, ecology, health and disease; bats in WA; how to view and identify bats; and how to attract bats to your property.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Dec 12, 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, Dec 12, 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? 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, Dec 12, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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, Dec 13, 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, Dec 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Let it Snow!: A Homeschool Event - For 3-8 Year Olds and their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
We'll learn about the science of snow using children's books and hands-on activities.
South Hill Library LEGO® Club - For ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
LEGO® fans are invited to build, craft and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - 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.
Family Friday Paint Night! - For Kids and Teens
Fri, Dec 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity! Families with kids and teens, come explore your artistic side as we paint together in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
Family Storytime and Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Dec 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Little Artists: Glowing Giggles - A Black Light Art Bash - For Kids Ages 2-6
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Brighten up your little one's day with our Black Light Art Bash! Sensory-friendly activities that are designed to captivate little artists imagination and spark creativity in a safe, fun space!
Cancelled
House Plants Swap!
Sat, Dec 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Do your houseplants keep multiplying, leaving you with more than you need? Whether you have an abundance of greenery or want to grow your indoor garden, join us for a day of sharing and swapping!
Auntie's Bookstore Presents Author Jan Brett - A Book Launch & Signing for "Alice in a Winter Wonderland"
Sun, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Join legendary picture book author/illustrator Jan Brett as she launches her book signing tour for her new picture book, Alice in a Winter Wonderland! This event is open to families of all ages.Register
Indian Kundan Jewelry Making
Sun, Dec 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Need a last minute gift for Christmas? Devika Gates will teach us how to make beautiful Indian Kundan Jewelry! Supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Dec 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will be leading 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, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Mon, Dec 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Katherine from Inclusion Wellness Community for a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing, bring a mat or towel, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 16, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Who's Hibernating? - For Kids and Their Families
Mon, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Winter is coming! How do hibernating animals survive during the winter?
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Mon, Dec 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 17, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Robot Delivery Service! - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Botley the Robot wants to deliver letters and gifts to the neighborhood! We'll design a neighborhood for him as well as a way to carry the load!
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 17, 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.
Introduction to the Novella - A Writing Workshop with Alexis M. Smith
Tue, Dec 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
A six-part series on how to write a short-form novel with Lambda Literary Award & PNBA Award winning novelist Alexis M. Smith.
Registration is now closed
Board of Trustees
Tue, Dec 17, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park 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
Wed, Dec 18, 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.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Dec 18, 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, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 18, 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 Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Tween Art Lab: Cosmic Realms - Alien Landscape Painting - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Explore otherworldly creativity in Cosmic Realms! Preteens will paint vibrant alien landscapes using UV-reactive colors, bringing their imaginative worlds to life under black lights!
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Dec 19, 9:30am - 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.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Dec 19, 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, Dec 19, 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? 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, Dec 19, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
From the Vault: An Archival Poetry Project - Local Poets Respond to the Library's Special Collections
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central - Central Conference Room B & Lounge,Inland Northwest Special Collection
Local poets will share their original poems based on items from the Spokane Public Library's special collections and archives, which are kept in a climate-controlled room called "the vault."
Who's Hibernating? - For Kids and Their Families
Thu, Dec 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Winter is coming! How do hibernating animals survive during the winter?
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 20, 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, Dec 20, 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.
Kids Art Club: Neon Nature- Animal Paint Party - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Fri, Dec 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for Neon Nature: Animal Paint Party! Kids can pick or draw an animal to paint with UV-reactive colors under black lights, creating glowing, wild masterpieces!
Virtual Friday Night Paint - Fun in the Snow
Fri, Dec 20, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
South Hill - Virtual Events 4
Let's paint a watercolor gnome having fun in the snow, making a snow angel!
Family Storytime and Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Dec 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Cancelled
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 23, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 24, 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
Mon, Dec 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 30, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 31, 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!
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jan 02, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Rain, Wind, Thunder, Fire, Daughter: A Poetry Reading - H.G. Dierdorff, Shann Ray, & Maya Jewell Zeller
Fri, Jan 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Three award-winning poets convene to celebrate H.G. Dierdorff's debut poetry collection, 'Rain, Wind, Thunder, Fire, Daughter,' newly published by the University of Nevada Press.
Self-Defense Basics with Krav Maga Spokane - Part 1
Sat, Jan 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn how to read body language, assess your surroundings, evaluate risks, and safely avoid danger whenever possible in the first of this three-part self-defense training led by Krav Maga Spokane!
How to Grow Your Own Microgreens
Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Microgreens are nutrient-dense and simple to grow! Join Courage to Grow Farms, a small organic local farm, for a presentation on how you can easily cultivate them at home.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Jan 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.
Modern Hula Hoop Dance Fitness
Sun, Jan 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn to maintain a rhythmic connection with large hula hoops for adults. The playful and rhythmic nature of the hoop uplifts the spirit, quiets the mind and connects us to our bodies in a joyful way.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jan 06, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Monthly Astrology Forecast
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 07, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 07, 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, Jan 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jan 07, 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!
Six-Week Short Story Workshop - with writer Aimee Brooks
Tue, Jan 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Hive - Events Room C
In this commitment-based space, participants will give and receive feedback on fictional short stories of up to 5,000 words, learn to talk about formal craft elements, and revise their writing.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jan 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime and Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jan 08, 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, Jan 08, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Sound Bath - A Deep Relaxation Practice
Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Prepare for deep relaxation through sound healing, a practice thousands of years old! Please bring a mat or blanket to rest on and a pillow. For ages 18 and older.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Jan 09, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jan 09, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Local History: Early Rural Schools of Spokane County - With Spokane Preservation Advocates
Thu, Jan 09, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Erika Deasy will discuss her research project of mapping the locations and documenting the history of 187 original rural pioneer schools that peppered the County's landscape between 1880-1929.Register
Business Brew - Coffee & Business Insight!
Fri, Jan 10, 7:30am - 9:00am
The Hive - Studio E
Business Brew is a simple idea - just coffee with a business expert. Business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time answers and feedback.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Jan 10, 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
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park
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.
Family Storytime and Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Book Club - "The Hand that First Held Mine" by Maggie O'Farrell
Sat, Jan 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a book discussion of "The Hand that First Held Mine" by Maggie O'Farrell.
Intro to Aromatherapy
Sat, Jan 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn the basics of aromatherapy, the potential health benefits, and how to incorporate them into your self-care routine! Huckleberry's Natural Market will be presenting this event.
Grow Your Own Sprouts at Home
Sat, Jan 11, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Sprouts are packed with nutrients but can be pricey to purchase. In this presentation by Courage to Grow Farms, learn how simple and affordable it is to grow your own sprouts right at home!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Sun, Jan 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Certified yoga teacher Renee will lead a gentle yoga practice with a brief guided imagery at the end. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel.
Belly Dance Fitness
Sun, Jan 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn how to Belly Dance with our Bhangra/Bollywood dance teacher Sue! Wear workout clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Virtual Gentle Flow Yoga
Mon, Jan 13, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join Katherine from Inclusion Wellness Community for a gentle lunchtime yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and use a mat or towel. Registration required for this virtual event.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jan 13, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 14, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 14, 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, Jan 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jan 14, 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.
Six-Week Short Story Workshop - with writer Aimee Brooks
Tue, Jan 14, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Hive - Events Room C
In this commitment-based space, participants will give and receive feedback on fictional short stories of up to 5,000 words, learn to talk about formal craft elements, and revise their writing.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime and Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jan 15, 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 Night - Come Be Heard!
Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
An all-ages open mic for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jan 15, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Eastern Region Connects: People, Places, and Possibilities
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Come share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns about WSDOT projects in your neighborhood.
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Jan 16, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jan 16, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Lilac City Live! Spokane's Late Night Talk Show
Thu, Jan 16, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Enjoy a fun night out on the town at Lilac City Live!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Jan 17, 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, Jan 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Family Storytime and Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Book Club - "The Hand That First Held Mine" by Maggie O'Farrell
Sat, Jan 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us for a book discussion of "The Hand That First Held Mine" by Maggie O'Farrell.
Advanced Aromatherapy
Sat, Jan 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn about the health benefits of aromatherapy from Huckleberry's Natural Market and how to apply it as part of your self-care routine!
Knit a Log-Cabin Blanket (Part 1)
Sat, Jan 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn how to knit a log-cabin-designed blanket using leftover yarn with instructor Nance Van Winckel! You'll receive in-person instructions and be sent home with a paper copy. Bring your own needles.
Dragon Qigong Breathwork for Health & Longevity
Sun, Jan 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join Lisa Ma for a breathwork group healing class. Learn guided techniques to release stress and anxiety as we activate healing together. This event will take place via Zoom. Registration required.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 21, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 21, 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, Jan 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Game On! - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jan 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Six-Week Short Story Workshop - with writer Aimee Brooks
Tue, Jan 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Hive - Events Room C
In this commitment-based space, participants will give and receive feedback on fictional short stories of up to 5,000 words, learn to talk about formal craft elements, and revise their writing.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime and Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Virtual Book Club - "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain
Wed, Jan 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain.
Game On! - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jan 22, 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, Jan 22, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Jan 23, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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, Jan 24, 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, Jan 24, 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.
Family Storytime and Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Jan 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Lunar New Year Celebration - Experience Filipino Culture through Music & Dance
Sat, Jan 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire through an enchanting program of traditional cultural dances, music, and more!
Filipino Fashion Show - A Lunar New Year Celebration
Sat, Jan 25, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Celebrate the Lunar New Year with a unique fashion show presented by the Filipino-American Association of the Inland Empire.
Learn to Make Lumpia - A Lunar New Year Celebration
Sat, Jan 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
- Shadle Park Library atrium
The beloved Filipino dish Lumpia is a staple at Filipino gatherings and celebrations. It?s delicious, versatile, and surprisingly easy to make. Learn how to create this crowd-pleasing dish yourself!
Chess Club
Sat, Jan 25, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Chess is a fun, engaging, and widely accessible game with a variety of benefits. Enjoy a brief coaching lesson followed by a chess match!
FILM: Saul and Ruby's Holocaust Survivor Band
Sun, Jan 26, 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
For International Holocaust Remembrance Day, watch a documentary about two survivors who start a klezmer band, named the Holocaust Survivor Band in order to celebrate life!
Greek Dancing for Beginners
Sun, Jan 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn Greek dancing from Maria Koston! Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jan 27, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 28, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Tue, Jan 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Jan 28, 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, Jan 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jan 28, 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.
Shell of a Good Time: a Hermit Crab Fiction Workshop
Tue, Jan 28, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Hidden stories exist all around us! In this workshop, we will experiment with different templates and structures to tell stories.
Six-Week Short Story Workshop - with writer Aimee Brooks
Tue, Jan 28, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Hive - Events Room C
In this commitment-based space, participants will give and receive feedback on fictional short stories of up to 5,000 words, learn to talk about formal craft elements, and revise their writing.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime and Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Jan 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Free, Professional Headshots! - A Library Learning Week Event
Wed, Jan 29, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Visit the Video Studio on the 3rd floor of Central Library to get a free headshot to share on your LinkedIn or for upcoming interviews or auditions.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jan 29, 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 Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jan 29, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Overcoming Stage Fright Workshop
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Stage fright, though unpleasant, is a natural physiological response. In this workshop, you will learn to speak with calm confidence, even when you feel nervous.
Free For All: The Public Library: Film Screening and Panel - Presented by KSPS
Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Join us for the premiere screening of PBS' Independent Lens documentary, Free For All: The Public Library, followed by a discussion about public library's featuring SPL Director, Andrew Chanse.
Tidal Lock: A Book Release with Author Lindsay Hill - Featuring "Out Takes/Glove Box" Author Maya Jewell Zeller
Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
PEN Award-winning author Lindsay Hill will unveil his latest novel, while New American Press Award winner Maya Jewell Zeller will treat us to a reading of her original works.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 0 - 18 Months
Thu, Jan 30, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jan 30, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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
Inside the Symphony: A Journey into the Modern Orchestra
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Uncover the inner workings of a symphony orchestra in this immersive workshop.
Marketing for Creatives
Thu, Jan 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central - Central Events A
If you're an artist (of whatever type!), it can be hard to find the path forward when it comes to marketing your products. Let us show you how StartUp Spokane tools can help!
A Community Practice: Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Thu, Jan 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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.
Pattern Printing Workshop
Fri, Jan 31, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Learn how to create continuous patterns onto curtains, table runners, or really anything you can imagine.
Family Storytime and Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Sat, Feb 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Hiking el Camino de Santiago - Armchair Travelers Series
Sat, Feb 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Camino de Santiago is a network of pilgrimage routes that lead to the shrine of the apostle James in Santiago de Compostela, Spain. Stephen Towles shares his experience hiking the route four times!
Bonsai Making Demonstration
Sat, Feb 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn how to start your own bonsai with Robert Gray from Gray to Green Nursery! Enjoy a gallery of small bonsai trees and accessories along with a chance to win a donated bonsai at the end of class.
Mandala Yoga
Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Yoga therapist Stefani VanDeest will lead us in a mandala yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Self-Defense Basics with Krav Maga Spokane - Part 1
Sun, Feb 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn how to read body language, assess your surroundings, evaluate risks, and safely avoid danger whenever possible in the first of this three-part self-defense training led by Krav Maga Spokane!
Modern Hula Hoop Dance Fitness
Sun, Feb 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn to maintain a rhythmic connection with large hula hoops for adults. The playful and rhythmic nature of the hoop uplifts the spirit, quiets the mind and connects us to our bodies in a joyful way.
Building Libraries in Ethiopia
Sun, Feb 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
EWU Associate Professor of Sociology, Kassahun Kebede, shares his mission to improve literacy in Ethiopia, one child, book, and library at a time.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 3-5
Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Feb 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Feb 03, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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.
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Monthly Astrology Forecast
Mon, Feb 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
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