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Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wednesday, July 17
10:00am - 2:00pm
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Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
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Inland Northwest Special CollectionGet help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Have you hit a dead end in tracing your family tree? Volunteers from the Eastern Washington Genealogical Society can help you find the next clue to continue your research. Stop in the Inland Northwest Special Collections (INSC) to work with genealogy volunteers on a drop-in basis.
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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), call the library at 509-444-5340.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Learning & Lectures | Archives & Special Collections |
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Phone: (509) 444-5300
Hours
| Mon, Nov 04 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Tue, Nov 05 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Nov 06 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Thu, Nov 07 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Fri, Nov 08 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sat, Nov 09 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Nov 10 | 12:00PM to 4:00PM |
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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
Sun, Nov 10, 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Bring us items that need mending and we'll fix them! The fallen hems, the treasured garment that needs a little love, and even the curtains that need hemming or the fanny pack with a tear!
Sun, Nov 10, 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. Join us after for Greek Dancing at 2:30pm!
Sun, Nov 10, 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.
Tue, Nov 12, 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.
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Nov 12, 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!
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park 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.
Tue, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll design a cookie cutter to be 3D printed and picked up later. Children under 10 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Tue, Nov 12, 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!
Tue, Nov 12, 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
Wed, Nov 13, 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.
Wed, Nov 13, 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!
Wed, Nov 13, 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.
Wed, Nov 13, 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.
Wed, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Nov 13, 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!
Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Wed, Nov 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Explore the fun world of needle felting and create your own adorable animal friends!
Wed, Nov 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Grant Sizemore, Director of Invasive Species Programs at American Bird Conservancy, will talk about how to manage domestic cats to benefit everyone (people, birds, cats, and other wildlife).
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Thu, Nov 14, 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!
Thu, Nov 14, 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.
Thu, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
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
Thu, Nov 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Create the animal of your dreams with hands-on activities!
Thu, Nov 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events ,Hillyard Studio
Enjoy hands-on activities that promote critical thinking, pattern recognition, sequencing, and collaboration, all while learning in a playful environment.Register
Thu, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Hear the incredible talent of local poets and authors Trishanna Jones, Beth Camp, Kendra Egly, Stephen Pitters, and harpist Katelyn Kinney.
Fri, Nov 15, 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.
Fri, Nov 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
We're midway through National Novel Writing Month! If you're feeling stuck in your novel writing, local author Sharma Shields will help you find your way forward with concrete tips and strategies.
Fri, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
We'll make bread dough in a bag and learn about the science of yeast. This is not a gluten-free event. Plan to bake your bread dough at home after the event.
Fri, Nov 15, 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.
Fri, Nov 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Join us for a hands-on adventure into the world of fiber arts! Explore fun techniques like finger knitting, felting, and stitching to create your own unique yarn and fabric masterpieces.
Fri, Nov 15, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events,Virtual Events 4
Tonight, we will be painting the Spokane clock tower
in watercolor surrounded by lots of autumn color!
Sat, Nov 16, 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.
Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a book discussion of "Women Talking" by Miriam Toews.
Sat, Nov 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
We'll celebrate dinosaurs with Spokane's local dinosaur author, Kelly Milner Halls, along with some fun dinosaur activities!
Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
How can you tell if the olive oil you're buying is authentic? What should high-quality olive oil taste like? Join us for an educational tasting event presented by Oil & Vinegar Spokane!
Sat, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Learn how to transform wool roving into beautiful beads that can be made into zipper pulls, jewelry, or other decorations.
Sat, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Learn how to transform wool roving into beautiful beads that can be made into zipper pulls, jewelry, or other decorations.
Sun, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central - Central Events A
Join Lisa Ma for a breathwork group healing class. Learn guided techniques to release stress and anxiety as we activate healing together. Wear loose clothing, bring a mat and a water bottle.
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, Nov 18, 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
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Create the animal of your dreams with hands-on activities!
Mon, Nov 18, 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.
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Nov 19, 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!
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
Tue, Nov 19, 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
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Streamline processes, improve customer experiences, and future-proof your strategy with knowledge and actionable steps to integrate AI into your business effectively.
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
We'll design a cookie cutter to be 3D printed and picked up later. Children under 10 should be accompanied by a caregiver.
Tue, Nov 19, 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.
Tue, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Marketing. It's essential, but not easy. Get pointed in a productive direction with expert-level tools and guidance from Business Librarian, Mark Pond.
Wed, Nov 20, 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!
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Larissa Zens will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat. The theme for this class is gratitude.
Wed, Nov 20, 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.
Wed, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a hands-on adventure into the world of fiber arts! Explore fun techniques like finger knitting, felting, and stitching to create your own unique yarn and fabric masterpieces.
Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Come share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns about WSDOT projects in your neighborhood.
Wed, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Thu, Nov 21, 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!
Thu, Nov 21, 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.
Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Drop in and peruse rare treasures from Central Library's archives. This month's theme showcases miniature books and will feature bookbinder Mel Hewitt of LibroBuch!
Thu, Nov 21, 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
Thu, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Create the animal of your dreams with hands-on activities!
Fri, Nov 22, 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.
Fri, Nov 22, 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.
Sat, Nov 23, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hive - Studio A
INWBAS meets monthly to practice and learn different aspects of book arts. Their meetings are free and open to the public.
Cancelled
Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
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.
Sat, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Vinegar has evolved with a wide variety of flavors to explore! Discover and taste the diverse options at this special event presented by Oil & Vinegar Spokane.
Sat, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Join Trans Spokane and partner organizations on Saturday November 23rd from 2-4PM for Spokane's Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Sat, Nov 23, 2:30pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get creative in neon at Neon Brush: Black Light Paint Jam! Teens will paint with glowing colors under black lights, exploring bold techniques to make unique, luminous art.
Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Nov 25, 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
Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Cancelled
Tue, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Nov 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Cancelled
Wed, Nov 27, 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.
Wed, Nov 27, 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
Wed, Nov 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Cancelled
Thu, Nov 28, 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.
Sun, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Enjoy some December fun with holiday-themed coloring pages and brown wrapping paper to decorate. We'll provide the supplies, cocoa, and instrumental Christmas music.
Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Dec 02, 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.
Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, Dec 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
Mon, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Create the animal of your dreams with hands-on activities!
Mon, Dec 02, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Experience the power of mantra chanting and placing the hands in mudras, to release stress, and focus the mind for meditation. Bring a yoga mat or a cushion to sit on. Chairs available. Ages 14+
Tue, Dec 03, 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.
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Dec 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!
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill 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.
Tue, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other teens and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Tue, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
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
Wed, Dec 04, 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!
Wed, Dec 04, 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.
Wed, Dec 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.
Wed, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Dec 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
We will discuss what to do when someone with dementia is experiencing an emergency situation.
Wed, Dec 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles.
Wed, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail
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.
Wed, Dec 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other teens and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Wed, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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
Thu, Dec 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Create the animal of your dreams with hands-on activities!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 such as The Three Billy Goats Gruff. In partnership with the Sons of Norway.
Sat, Dec 07, 11:00am - 3:45pm
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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.
Mon, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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
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.
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
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.
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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!
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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!
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
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!
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.
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.
Wed, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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!
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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!
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
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.
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.
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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.
Mon, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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.
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
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.
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.
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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!
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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.
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!
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!
Wed, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
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.
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.
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!
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.
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
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."
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.
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.
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!
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!
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.
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Cancelled
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.
Tue, Dec 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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!
Mon, Dec 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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
Tue, Dec 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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
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.
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!
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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!
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!
Wed, Jan 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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