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Tacos y Tequila Festival 2024

The Official Latino Festival of Spokane
2024-08-25 13:00:00 2024-08-25 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Tacos y Tequila Festival 2024 Tacos y Tequila is a two-day festival that celebrates Hispanic culture and history with performances, music, food, and more! Central Library -

Sunday, August 25
1:00pm - 10:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-25 13:00:00 2024-08-25 22:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Tacos y Tequila Festival 2024 Tacos y Tequila is a two-day festival that celebrates Hispanic culture and history with performances, music, food, and more! Central Library -

Tacos y Tequila is a two-day festival that celebrates Hispanic culture and history with performances, music, food, and more!

Tacos y Tequila is a two-day festival that celebrates Hispanic culture and history! Join us at Central Library for two full days of live music from various regions of Latin America, delicious food featuring flavors of Latin America from local Spokane food vendors, and delicious tequilas and mescals!

    This festival benefits the Nuestras Raíces Centro Comunitario and their many efforts to promote and serve Hispanic/Latino cultural, business, professional, educational interests, and social justice in the Inland Northwest.

    Nuestras Raíces' vision is to connect members to the community to build professional and personal relationships. They seek to offer professional development opportunities, provide access to resources, develop cultural education and increase community involvement.

    y attending library programs, you are agreeing to potentially appear in photos/videos taken at our locations that may be used in promotional materials including social media.
     
    We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations (i.e. hearing assistance, ASL requests, or other ADA inquiries), email smurphy@spokanelibrary.org.
     
    For all event information inquiries, email telref@spokanelibrary.org or call 509-444-5300.

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    EVENT TYPE: | Movies & Music | Fun & Games | Arts & Culture |

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    Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 4:00pm
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    Make zines and buttons with the Design Department from Eastern Washington University. This event is part of Spokane Zine Fest, which takes place on the 3rd Floor of the Central Library from 11am-4pm.
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    Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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    Self-Portrait Zines with Splat! - Spokane Zine Fest 2026
    Sat, May 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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    Lighting LEGO® Creations on a Budget - For LEGO® Enthusiasts Ages 8 and Up
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    Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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    Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
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    Wed, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    We are planting one pepper plant for every letter of the alphabet in the Shadle Park Library Discovery Garden! We will discuss ways to grow, use, and preserve peppers and seeds!
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
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    Thu, Jun 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
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    Thu, Jun 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
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    Spokane Pride History & Remembrance Project Opening Ceremony
    Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
    Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
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    Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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    Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
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    Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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    Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 3:00pm
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    Sat, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
    Central - Central Events A
    A walking tour celebrating Adriana Janovich's new book, visiting some of the strange and wondrous Spokane sites it features, starting at the Central Library and ending at Auntie's Bookstore.
    From Start to Finish: A Four Week Writing Workshop - Writing Short Stories with Ben Van Voorhis
    Sun, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
    Learn about the craft of writing a short story with PEN/Dau Short Story Prize winner Ben Van Voorhis in a four-week writing workshop.
    Cancelled
    Bhangra & Bollywood Dance Fitness
    Sun, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Liberty Park
    This class combines the excitement of Bollywood with the folk of Bhangra. Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
    The Struggle for Gay and Lesbian Adoption Rights - A Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau Event
    Sun, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    An awe-inspiring and hope-inducing presentation about gay and lesbian adoption rights in Washington State and beyond.
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Adaptive Tai Chi
    Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Mon, Jun 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
    Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    The Hive - The Hive Events A
    A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Mindfulness Practice
    Tue, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
    Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
    Breaking Out of Black & White! Printmaking with Color - With Artist-In-Residence, Sarah Louise Windisch
    Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
    The Hive - Studio E
    A hands-on printmaking class where you'll add a new dimension to your work with color! Experiment with colored ink and branch out into stencils, monoprinted papers, stencils, and more.
    Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
    Wed, Jun 10, 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.
    Chair Yoga
    Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
    Line Dance
    Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Wed, Jun 10, 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, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    The Hive
    Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jun 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
    Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
    Thu, Jun 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Thu, Jun 11, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth
    Thu, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.
    Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
    Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
    Memory Cafe
    Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.
    Mat Pilates
    Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
    The Hive - The Hive Events A & B
    Join us for a beginner-friendly mat Pilates class focused on movement, posture, and stress relief. Bring your own mat or towel and a water bottle. No need to register, just show up!
    Line Dance
    Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Book Club - Wahala by Nikki May
    Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join us for a book discussion of "Wahala" by Nikki May.
    Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
    Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 3:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
    Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
    Ekphrasis Writing Workshop - With Artists-In-Residence Christa Mattocks & Linea Jantz
    Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events room C
    Join Christa and Linea for a writing workshop inspired by Spokane’s shrub-steppe landscape! Learn different ekphrasis writing techniques (writing from or about pieces of art).
    Black Hair Expo - A Curly Godmother Event
    Sun, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
    The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined
    Join us for this Curly Godmother event, a celebration of self-love and pride in black hair! There will be a hair fashion show, breakout sessions, and booths.
    From Start to Finish: A Four Week Writing Workshop - Writing Short Stories with Ben Van Voorhis
    Sun, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
    Learn about the craft of writing a short story with PEN/Dau Short Story Prize winner Ben Van Voorhis in a four-week writing workshop.
    Greek Dancing
    Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Learn Greek dancing from Viktoria! Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Comstock Park
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Adaptive Tai Chi
    Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Mon, Jun 15, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
    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.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jun 16, 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, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Mindfulness Practice
    Tue, Jun 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
    Welcome to Medicare
    Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.
    Board of Trustees Meeting
    Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
    Gentle Flow Yoga
    Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Wed, Jun 17, 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, Jun 17, 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.
    Chair Yoga
    Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Camp Roar & Build with Local Architects! - For Ages 10-13
    Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
    Get your hard hats & dino claws ready! During this 2-hour event, 10-13 year-olds will design and build their very own section of a dinosaur theme park! Register by 6/13 to attend. See below for more.
    Hot Wheels Swap Meet - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 4-8
    Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Zoom to the library for a toy car swap! Kids can trade gently used diecast vehicles (any brand), explore new favorites, or enjoy car-themed tracks and activities--no trading required to join the fun!
    Line Dance
    Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
    Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
    Open Studio @ The Hive®
    Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    The Hive
    Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
    Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
    Wed, Jun 17, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
    The Hive - Lobby
    Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
    Emergency Funds
    Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services what an emergency fund is, how much to save, and where to keep it.
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
    Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Thu, Jun 18, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    World Cup Celebration - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and their Families
    Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Celebrate the 2026 World Cup with Spokane Velocity, 90+ Project, and the Library!
    Line Dance
    Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Book Club - "Wahala" by Nikki May
    Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    For this Book Club, we will be discussing "Wahala" by Nikki May.
    Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
    Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm
    South Hill
    Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Comstock Park
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Adaptive Tai Chi
    Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
    Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
    Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
    Cancelled
    Movie: Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (PG) - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
    Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
    Shadle Park
    We'll watch the movie, do a craft, and have a snack! This movie was released in 2009 and is 94 minutes long.
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Mon, Jun 22, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
    Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
    The Hive - The Hive Studio E
    A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
    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.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jun 23, 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, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Mindfulness Practice
    Tue, Jun 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
    Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers
    Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up
    Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
    Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
    Wed, Jun 24, 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.
    Chair Yoga
    Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Camp Roar & Build with Local Architects! - For Ages 10-13
    Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Get your hard hats & dino claws ready! During this 2-hour event, 10-13 year-olds will design and build their very own section of a dinosaur theme park! Register by 6/13 to attend. See below for more.
    Virtual Book Club - Asylum: A Memoir & Manifesto by Edafe Okporo
    Wed, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
    Central - Virtual Events 6
    In honor of Pride Month, join us for a book discussion of Asylum: A Memoir & Manifesto by Edafe Okporo,
    Paws to Read: Reading Therapy Dogs - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11
    Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Read fun stories to new canine friends from Thera Paws.
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up
    Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!
    Line Dance
    Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Open Studio @ The Hive®
    Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    The Hive
    Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
    Dementia Basics and Community Support
    Wed, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    Hillyard - Hillyard Events
    Become a Dementia Friend through learning about dementia, meeting others dealing with the same struggles, and learning how to support people living with dementia in your community.
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
    Preschool Fandom Storytime: Spider-Man - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5
    Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Hillyard - Hillyard Events
    Swing into the library for a super Spider-Man themed storytime! Join us for stories, movement activities, and an easy craft perfect for little superheroes. Wear your favorite Spidey shirt or costume.
    Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
    Thu, Jun 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
    Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
    Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Thu, Jun 25, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Touch-a-Truck! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
    Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 11:30am
    Hillyard Library Parking Lot
    Visit a recycling truck, a water truck, and more in the Hillyard Library parking lot, courtesy of the City of Spokane and partnering agencies.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Fri, Jun 26, 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.
    American Red Cross Blood Drive
    Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 3:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join us for a mobile blood drive with American Red Cross! Appointments are not required, but they are encouraged.
    Cancelled
    LEGO® Bricks, Dinos and Volcanoes! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families
    Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Indian Trail
    We'll build dinosaur scenes that must include a volcano!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up
    Fri, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
    Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!
    Nerf Wars - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Fri, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Join us for an after-hours Nerf Battle with other middle/high school students at the Central Library! Please fill out the waiver in the long description of this event. Registration is encouraged.
    Line Dance
    Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Preschool Fandom Storytime: Spider-Man - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5
    Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Swing into the library for a super Spider-Man themed storytime! Join us for stories, movement activities, and an easy craft perfect for little superheroes. Wear your favorite Spidey shirt or costume.
    Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
    Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm
    Shadle Park
    Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
    Summer Science: Meet the Scientists! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
    Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
    Drop by to learn about our Summer Science series of science events! You'll get to meet our scientists from Science Speaks Spokane!
    Authentic Indian Yoga
    Sun, Jun 28, 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.
    Irish Dancing
    Sun, Jun 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Experience Irish culture through traditional social dancing and music taught by the MSD Irish Dance Academy. All ages, levels, and abilities are welcome!
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Comstock Park
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Adaptive Tai Chi
    Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
    Cancelled
    LEGO® Dinosaur Zoo - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families
    Mon, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Hillyard
    We'll build dinosaur enclosures out of LEGO® bricks together to make a Dinosaur Zoo!
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Mon, Jun 29, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
    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.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jun 30, 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, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Dino Duel! with Kelly Milner Halls - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers
    Tue, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Local dinosaur author Kelly Milner Halls will help us answer the question – who would win in the dino world?
    Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast
    Tue, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
    Central - Virtual Events 6
    Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. Register and you'll get an email with instructions on how to participate via Zoom.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
    Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
    Wed, Jul 01, 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.
    Chair Yoga
    Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Making Caregiving Less Stressful
    Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    We will discuss how to use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to care for someone living with dementia. We will also discuss strategies for family caregivers and create a self-care plan.
    USA 250th Birthday Party! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
    Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Let's say "Happy Birthday, USA!" with patriotic crafts, activities, and classic American games. Bring the whole family to celebrate 250 years of community, creativity, and connection.
    Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
    Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
    Hillyard - Study B
    Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
    Line Dance
    Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
    Thu, Jul 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
    Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
    Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
    Shadle Park - Studio
    Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Thu, Jul 02, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Comstock Park
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Adaptive Tai Chi
    Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
    Cancelled
    LEGO® + Dino Wind Racers! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
    Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    Shadle Park
    We’ll use LEGO® bricks to create wind racers that can carry a toy dinosaur when blown by a strong fan!
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Mon, Jul 06, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Summer Science: Investigating Instructions - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
    Mon, Jul 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
    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.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jul 07, 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, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Cancelled
    Dinosaur Dig! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families
    Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Hillyard
    We'll dig up mini dinosaur skeletons and use them to create fossil impressions!
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
    Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
    South Hill - Study B
    Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
    Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
    Wed, Jul 08, 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.
    Chair Yoga
    Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Jurassic Play-Doh - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-8
    Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Come play at the library with dinosaurs and Play-Doh!
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Line Dance
    Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
    Open Studio @ The Hive®
    Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    The Hive
    Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
    Summer Science: Investigating Instructions - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
    Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.
    Witches in the Woods Writing Workshop - With Maya Jewell Zeller and Sharma Shields
    Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
    Riverside State Park - Bowl & Pitcher Kitchen Shelter
    A short, fun, outdoorsy workshop at Riverside State Park. Come be inspired by writing prompts about witches and wilderness.
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
    Thu, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
    Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
    Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
    Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Thu, Jul 09, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth
    Thu, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Fri, Jul 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.
    Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
    Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Hillyard - Hillyard Events
    The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
    Baby Storytime Dinosaur Stomp - A Summer Event for Babies 0-24 Months & Caregivers
    Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Join us for a dino‑mite baby storytime full of giggles, wiggles, and prehistoric fun!
    Magic Show with Magician Frances Morgan! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and their Families
    Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    Get ready for mind-boggling illusions for the whole family. Don’t miss a magical afternoon where the impossible becomes possible!
    Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
    Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
    Liberty Park - Study A
    Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
    Handpan Discovery - What is a Handpan and How do you Play it?
    Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Join Kim West, an internationally trained handpan instructor, for an immersive, hands-on experience. Discover the joy of playing handpan music with others. No prior music experience necessary!
    Caregiver and Me Dance Class with Inspirations Dance Studio - For Ages 18 Months to 3 Years and their Caregivers
    Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join a professional dance coach at the library for a fun dance class for the youngest of dancers and their grown-ups!
    Printing with Junk (Recyclables, Scraps, and Found Objects) - With Artist-In-Residence, Sarah Louise Windisch
    Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    The Hive - Studio E
    Try some easy printmaking techniques using packaging and other household objects—accessible and fun for all ages!
    Line Dance
    Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
    Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 3:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
    Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
    Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens
    Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!
    The People’s Town Hall - A Nonpartisan Community Candidate
    Sun, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
    Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
    The People’s Town Hall is a nonpartisan community candidate forum focused on issues impacting Spokane residents.
    The Art of the Fragmented Essay - with Lauren W. Westerfield
    Sun, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Experiment with a fragmented-style essay that pieces together different types of non-fiction writing like dialogue, memories, scenes, and quotes, led by an award-winning writer.
    Video Studio Drop-In
    Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Comstock Park
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Adaptive Tai Chi
    Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
    Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
    Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Mon, Jul 13, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
    This event is full
    Summer Science: Fishing for Ice - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
    Mon, Jul 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Come join local scientists and learn how to fish for ice using only string and household spices! Please see full description for important details.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
    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.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Tue, Jul 14, 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, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Central - Video Studio
    Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
    Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
    Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
    Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and Caregivers
    Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Dirty Soda Bar + Trivia - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Think you know it all? Grab your friends and put your knowledge to the test with rounds of pop culture, music, movies, random facts, and more.
    Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
    Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
    Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
    Wed, Jul 15, 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.
    Chair Yoga
    Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens
    Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Line Dance
    Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    Encanto Dance Class & Crafts with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-8
    Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Learn fun dances and make crafts inspired by the Disney movie Encanto!
    Welcome to Medicare
    Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
    Hillyard - Hillyard Events
    Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.
    Open Studio @ The Hive®
    Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    The Hive
    Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
    Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
    Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
    The HIve - Lobby
    Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
    Credit & Credit Cards
    Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services how credit scores work, building and improving credit, and using credit cards responsibly.
    Summer Science: Fishing for Ice - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
    Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Come join local scientists and learn how to fish for ice using only string and household spices! Please see full description for important details.
    Chair Yoga
    Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:30am
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
    Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
    Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
    Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
    Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
    Thu, Jul 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
    Central - Central Events B
    Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
    Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12
    Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
    Learn about Spokane's native crustaceans with hands-on activities!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
    Thu, Jul 16, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
    Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
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    T-Rex Tea Party Storytime - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-6 and their Families
    Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
    Central - Central Events A & B Combined
    Join us for a prehistoric-themed party perfect for little dinosaur enthusiasts who love stories, treats, and a bit of (polite!) roaring!
    Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
    Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
    Jurassic Play-Doh - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-8
    Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Come play at the library with dinosaurs and Play-Doh!
    Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
    Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - Events A & B
    Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
    Memory Cafe
    Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.
    Y2K: Let's Party Like It's 1999! - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
    Fri, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Travel back to the early 2000s at our Y2K-themed party for middle and high school students!
    Line Dance
    Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Shadle Park
    Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
    T-Rex Tea Party Storytime - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-6 and their Families
    Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
    Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
    Join us for a prehistoric party perfect for little dinosaur enthusiasts who love stories, treats, and a bit of (polite!) roaring!
    Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
    Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm
    South Hill
    Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.
    Build with LEGO® Experts! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
    Sat, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
    The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined
    LEGO® Experts Eddie and Asiza from Season 3 of The LEGO® Masters will encourage creativity and expression as we build together!
    Weird and Wonderful Spokane: Highlights from around Our City - With 'Secret Spokane' Author Adriana Janovich
    Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    South Hill - South Hill Events
    Learn the history behind some of Spokane's most bizarre and fascinating locations from Adriana Janovich, author of the newly published 'Secret Spokane: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.'
    Henna Painting
    Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Come learn the art of henna painting, taught by Natanam Dance School owner, Devika Gates! This program is intended for older kids, teens, and adults.
    Authentic Indian Yoga
    Sun, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
    Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
    Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
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