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Ten Thousand Things with Shin Yu Pai
Artifacts of Asian American Life
Thursday, May 22
5:30pm - 6:30pm
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Ten Thousand Things with Shin Yu Pai
A Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau event with poet Shin Yu Pai, presented in partnership with Asians for Collective Liberation.
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Liberty Park
Liberty Park EventsA Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau event with poet Shin Yu Pai, presented in partnership with Asians for Collective Liberation.
In many Chinese sayings, “ten thousand” is used in a poetic sense to convey something infinite, vast, and unfathomable. In a sense, the story of Asians in America is just that. In her NPR podcast Ten Thousand Things, Shin Yu Pai explores a collection of objects and artifacts that reveal personal and cultural values, stories of diaspora, and tales of trauma that illuminate the Asian American experience.
In this talk enriched by audio clips, Pai shares intimate stories from Asian American communities drawn from two seasons of her chart-topping podcast. From a second-hand novel to a blue suit worn by a congressman on January 6, Shin Yu Pai will discuss Asian American histories, the complexity of Asian American identities and where they fit or don’t fit within larger conversations on race, and what the Asian American experience was like during the pandemic.
This event is presented through Humanities WA Speakers Bureau in partnership with Asians for Collective Liberation.
About the Presenter
Shin Yu Pai (she/her) is the creator and host of Ten Thousand Things, a podcast of Asian American stories produced for KUOW. A published poet and author of 13 books, she currently serves as Seattle’s Civic Poet through 2024. Her work has appeared in publications such as the New York Times and Atlas Obscura. She holds an MA degree in Museology from the University of Washington and an MFA from the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.
Pai lives in Seattle.
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AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Learning & Lectures | Book & Film Discussions | Arts & Culture |
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Tue, Mar 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Mar 25, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 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, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
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Wed, Mar 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Wed, Mar 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
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Thu, Mar 27, 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, Mar 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Thu, Mar 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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Thu, Mar 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
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Thu, Mar 27, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thu, Mar 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
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Thu, Mar 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
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Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Fri, Mar 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Fri, Mar 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
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Fri, Mar 28, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
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Sat, Mar 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hive - Studio A
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Sat, Mar 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
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Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
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Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
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Sat, Mar 29, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
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Sat, Mar 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
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Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
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Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The Hive - Studio E
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Sat, Mar 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Does your home have a clause restricting all "non-Caucasians" from living in it? This workshop will give you the tools you need to file a Racial Covenant Amendment Form.
Mon, Mar 31, 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, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
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Mon, Mar 31, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
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Mon, Mar 31, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
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Mon, Mar 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get into the garden with hands-on activities!
Cancelled
Mon, Mar 31, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Learn the steps needed for starting a temporary food establishment.
Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 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, Apr 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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Tue, Apr 01, 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 affects you personally.
Tue, Apr 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
The Hive - Events C
In this commitment-based space, participants will give and receive feedback on fictional short stories of up to 5,000 words, learn to talk about formal craft elements, and revise their writing.
This event is full
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
We will discuss the warning signs of dementia, then focus on how to tell someone that you are concerned they may be experiencing some of those signs.
Cancelled
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard Library - 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.
Wed, Apr 02, 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, Apr 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Wed, Apr 02, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Events A & B
The Washington Climate Partnership is seeking public input on the state’s new Comprehensive Climate Action Plan (CCAP)
Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn how to select the ideal plants and trees for your garden, supporting local ecosystems with native species that thrive in Spokane’s climate. In partnership with Spokane County Master Gardeners.
Wed, Apr 02, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Small-space gardens can yield impressive harvest with the right knowledge! In this presentation by Garden4You, a new garden club in Spokane, we will show you how to manage space for maximum yield.
Thu, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Thu, Apr 03, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
A celebration with Auntie's Bookstore of Kay Smith-Blum's new novel, 'Tangles,' which is set at the Hanford Nuclear Site. Auntie's Bookstore will sell books.
Thu, Apr 03, 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, Apr 03, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thu, Apr 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Get into the garden with hands-on activities!
Fri, Apr 04, 7:30am - 9:00am
The Hive - Events A
Business Brew is a simple idea - just coffee with a business expert. Business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time answers and feedback.
Fri, Apr 04, 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, Apr 04, 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.
Fri, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Local author Kelly Milner Halls will share about the amazing - and hardy - tardigrade and axolotl! Non-homeschooling families are welcome to attend and participate!
Fri, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom,Shadle Park Studio
LEGO® fans are invited to build and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should bring a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: creativity and engineering design skills.
Fri, Apr 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
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Fri, Apr 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join the fun at Drawing Party! Enjoy drawing games, creative prompts, and a variety of tools to explore your artistic side. Perfect for kids ready to get creative and have a blast!
Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
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Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "The Dictionary of Lost Words" by Pip Williams.
Sat, Apr 05, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Community-based event for trans and gender diverse people to bring and exchange clothes.
Sat, Apr 05, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
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Cancelled
Sat, Apr 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Indian Trail
Local gardening expert and long-time garden columnist for The Spokesman-Review, Pat Munts, will share everything you need to know about Mason Bees native to Washington State.
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get your garden ready for the season—naturally! Join Courage to Grow Farms for a workshop on preparing your soil using organic, chemical-free methods to support a thriving garden all season long.
Sat, Apr 05, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive
Enjoy printmaking demonstrations, purchase prints for sale, browse print displays from a variety of incredible print artists & meet the Artists-In-Residence at The Hive®.
Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Apr 07, 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
Cancelled
Tue, Apr 08, 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, Apr 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Wed, Apr 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.
Cancelled
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Apr 09, 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, Apr 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Block out some time this spring break to create, explore, and build with fellow Minecraft fans!
Wed, Apr 09, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
This is a crash course in irrigation basics and efficiency. Whether you're new to gardening or upgrading your setup, you'll leave with practical knowledge to get started.
Wed, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Spokane Audubon Society members regularly respond to requests for assistance in saving birds. Learn about their efforts and the resources available as birding season arrives!
Thu, Apr 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Thu, Apr 10, 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, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central
A Get Lit! Festival event where participants can record their own reading of a poem to possibly appear on Spokane Public Radio.
Fri, Apr 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central
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Fri, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central
Two well-known writers for teen audiences discuss self, character, collective and more. This is a Get Lit! Festival event.
Fri, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Two authors, one from Idaho, one from Montana, discuss writing, research, and literature about our Western region. This is a Get Lit! Festival Event.
Sat, Apr 12, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
St. Andrew's Society of the Inland Northwest presents this all-day celebration of National Tartan Day.
Sat, Apr 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
From its origins and historical evolution to the essentials of flock selection, care, and Spokane's chicken ordinance, this talk will have you clucking all the way to the feed store!
Sun, Apr 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Need a gift for Mother's Day? Devika Gates will teach us how to make beautiful Indian Kundan Jewelry! Supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Sun, Apr 13, 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.
Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, Apr 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Apr 14, 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, Apr 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Get into the garden with hands-on activities!
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Apr 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Larissa will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
Tue, Apr 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us as we highlight the rich diversity of artists in our community and provide an opportunity to learn about different cultures.
Tue, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
We'll explore how and what astronauts eat with a taste test! Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: curiosity and analysis.
Tue, Apr 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Tue, Apr 15, 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, Apr 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.
Wed, Apr 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 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, Apr 16, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Wed, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Wed, Apr 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Explore the world of charcoal in this hands-on art program! Ages 9-13 will learn techniques to create bold, expressive drawings and discover the magic of shading and texture.
Wed, Apr 16, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Wed, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Looking for environmentally friendly ways to manage pests in your garden without harming beneficial insects? We have the answers and suggestions in this session!
Wed, Apr 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central - Central Events A
Getting ready for farmers market season? Hear local vendors share tips on booth setup, marketing, licensing, and more.
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 1:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events C
Led by Lynda Keenan, a seasoned expert with a background in Biology from EWU, this workshop caters to those fascinated by genetic DNA and interested in tracing their heritage through DNA matching.
Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined
Are you or anyone you know experiencing homelessness? Do you need a new or replacement ID? Join us for this special event to get a WA state identification card. No pre-registration needed.
Thu, Apr 17, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Thu, Apr 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
This Alzheimer's Association monthly meeting focuses on topics related to Alzheimer's and dementia. Open to caregivers, health workers, and anyone interested in dementia awareness.
Thu, Apr 17, 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, Apr 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get into the garden with hands-on activities!
Thu, Apr 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central - Central Events A
The Spokane region's long-range transportation plan.
Thu, Apr 17, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us for a very special Lilac City Live! happening on Thursday, April 17th at Central Library. The night kicks off at 7pm with a lively pre-party, followed by the main show at 8pm.
Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Apr 18, 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.
Fri, Apr 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
We'll read about how the sun provides energy for life - and food - on Earth, along with activities.
Fri, Apr 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
LEGO® fans are invited to build and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should bring a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: creativity and engineering design skills.
Sat, Apr 19, 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, Apr 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us for a book discussion of "The Dictionary of Lost Words" by Pip Williams.
Sat, Apr 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park Studio
Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa boast some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing experiences in the world. Cecilia McGowan will transport you to this stunning landscape throughout this event!
Sat, Apr 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
What is the best practice to attract birds to your backyard? How can you help our feathered friends thrive? Alan McCoy of Spokane Audubon Society offers guidelines for your backyard bird habitat.
Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Face off with other middle and high school students to make a culinary masterpiece or an inedible disaster!
Sat, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn drawing and watercolor techniques to create your very own still-life flower painting.
Mon, Apr 21, 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, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, Apr 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Apr 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a 4-part mindfulness series. Bring a mat or cushion to sit comfortably on for the practice. Chairs will be available for use.
Mon, Apr 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
Mon, Apr 21, 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, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Apr 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A small group seminar for people with Early Stage Memory Loss and a Care Partner. Presented in 4 sessions by the Alzheimer's Association.
Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We'll explore how and what astronauts eat with a taste test! Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: curiosity and analysis.
Tue, Apr 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Every employer in Washington State is required to create a written Accident Prevention Program (APP) to address the safety and health hazards found in their workplace.
Wed, Apr 23, 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.
Wed, Apr 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 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, Apr 23, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Wed, Apr 23, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of "They Both Die at the End" by Adam Silvera.
Wed, Apr 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Wed, Apr 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Prepare for deep relaxation through sound healing, a practice thousands of years old! Please bring a mat or blanket to rest on and a pillow. For ages 18 and older.
Wed, Apr 23, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
The Hive - Studio E
Discover the art of dry collage in this hands-on workshop with Hive Artist-In-Residence, Meghan Dragon. You will be inspired by local wildlife, as well as your own connections to the natural world.
Wed, Apr 23, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Stanley Nelson's syncopated voyage through the history of funk music, from early roots to 1970s urban funk and beyond.
Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Practical tips on attracting bees, butterflies, birds, bats, and beetles to your landscape. Learn how to create a biodiverse space that is beneficial to both wildlife and your garden!
Wed, Apr 23, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined
Connect with vital resources for individuals with developmental disabilities, including DVR, DDA, and employment agencies, to plan for future transitions and access essential support services.
Thu, Apr 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Thu, Apr 24, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central
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, Apr 24, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Library - Business Lab
A 90-minute exploration of StartUp Spokane's business resources toolbox with Mark Pond and up to four other business owners, business enthusiasts, or entrepreneurs.
Thu, Apr 24, 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, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Events
Buy books for as low as $1 at the annual Friends of the Library Book Sale! Get a first look at the selection on April 24 during the member presale. Not a member, become one at the door!
Thu, Apr 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Beauty & Pain.
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 4:30pm
Shadle Park - Events
Stock your book shelves with books at the annual Friends of the Library Book Sale! Books will be on sale for as low as $1.
Fri, Apr 25, 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, Apr 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity! Families with kids and teens, come explore your artistic side as we paint, draw, and create in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sat, Apr 26, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park - Events
Stock your book shelves with books at the annual Friends of the Library Book Sale! Books will be on sale for as low as $1.
Sat, Apr 26, 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.
Rescheduled
Sat, Apr 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
New date Saturday, April 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill
Join us for a book discussion of "The Dictionary of Lost Words" by Pip Williams.
Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Stop by and chat with the Spokane Audubon Society about all things birds during this special education event!
Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Our annual spring plant swap will feature hundreds of free plant starts and saplings ready to plant! Bring your excess to swap or simply come to get a few at our biggest spring garden event!
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Celebrate Earth Day with crafts, games, and more!
Sat, Apr 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Face off with other middle and high school students to make a culinary masterpiece or an inedible disaster!
Sat, Apr 26, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Chess is a fun, engaging, and widely accessible game with a variety of benefits. Enjoy a brief coaching lesson followed by a chess match!
Sat, Apr 26, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Free concert presented by KYRS Thin Air Radio!
Sun, Apr 27, 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, Apr 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn how to Belly Dance with our Bhangra/Bollywood dance teacher Sue! Wear workout clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park Library - Events Room
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a 4-part mindfulness series. Bring a mat or cushion to sit comfortably on for the practice. Chairs will be available for use.
Mon, Apr 28, 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, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
In this Humanities Washington talk, Gonzaga professor Itohan Idumwonyi discusses how Ubuntu emphasizes community building.
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Apr 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A small group seminar for people with Early Stage Memory Loss and a Care Partner. Presented in 4 sessions by the Alzheimer's Association.
Tue, Apr 29, 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, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
We'll explore how and what astronauts eat with a taste test! Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: curiosity and analysis.
Wed, Apr 30, 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.
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Wed, Apr 30, 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, Apr 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Join the fun at Drawing Party! Enjoy drawing games, creative prompts, and a variety of tools to explore your artistic side. Perfect for kids ready to get creative and have a blast!
Wed, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn how to forage in your backyard for edible weeds and get tips on how to prepare them! You may end up with a new appreciation for the plants that were previously a nuisance!
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Thu, May 01, 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, May 01, 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, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Learn about compost and worms with this hands-on workshop! Registration is recommended.
Thu, May 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Master the basics of efficient lawn care, from plant function to irrigation best practices. Learn how to water wisely while keeping your lawn lush and healthy.
Fri, May 02, 7:30am - 9:00am
The Hive - Events A
Business Brew is a simple idea - just coffee with a business expert. Business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time answers and feedback.
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, May 02, 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.
Fri, May 02, 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, May 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Teen Area - 2nd Floor
This event is open to middle and high school students. Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities in the Teen Space at the Central Library.
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Liberty Park Library - Events Room
Caregivers will learn what cancer patients and their families are up against and how to be a support and resource for them in their survivorship journey.
Sat, May 03, 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, May 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Library Studio
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
Mon, May 05, 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, May 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, May 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a 4-part mindfulness series. Bring a mat or cushion to sit comfortably on for the practice. Chairs will be available for use.
Mon, May 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
Mon, May 05, 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 affects you personally.
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, May 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A small group seminar for people with Early Stage Memory Loss and a Care Partner. Presented in 4 sessions by the Alzheimer's Association.
Tue, May 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill
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, May 06, 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.
Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, May 07, 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, May 07, 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, May 07, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
While most people who have dementia have Alzheimer’s Disease, there are many other types. We will talk about vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy Bodies and frontotemporal dementia.
Wed, May 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard Library - 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.
Wed, May 07, 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, May 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
The choices of tasty peppers to plant in the garden are endless. Find out more about the world of peppers, especially the ones fit for our regional gardens, in this presentation by Garden4You!
Thu, May 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Thu, May 08, 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, May 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn about compost and worms with this hands-on workshop! Registration is recommended.
Thu, May 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Confused by your irrigation controller? This session breaks down manual and smart controllers, teaching you how to program them for optimal water use.
Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, May 09, 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.
Sat, May 10, 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, May 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, May 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "James" by Percival Everett.
Mon, May 12, 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, May 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a 4-part mindfulness series. Bring a mat or cushion to sit comfortably on for the practice. Chairs will be available for use.
Mon, May 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
Mon, May 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about compost and worms with this hands-on workshop! Registration is recommended.
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A small group seminar for people with Early Stage Memory Loss and a Care Partner. Presented in 4 sessions by the Alzheimer's Association.
Tue, May 13, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Wed, May 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, May 14, 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, May 14, 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, May 14, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Wed, May 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Alzheimer’s disease transforms the lives of three families who confront the challenges of becoming primary caregivers.
Thu, May 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Cancelled
Thu, May 15, 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.
Thu, May 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Learn about compost and worms with this hands-on workshop! Registration is recommended.
Thu, May 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn about whole-person healthcare including mental health services provided within integrated primary care settings. This is the first in a three-part series taught by Dr. Bill O'Connell from UW.
Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
How much fertilizer does your lawn actually need? Learn about soil health, responsible chemical use, and strategies to keep your turf strong with minimal inputs.
Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
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.
Fri, May 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
A Humanities WA Speakers Bureau Event with award-winning writer Putsata Reang, author of 'Ma and Me.' Brought to you by Spokane Public Library and Asians for Collective Liberation.
Sat, May 17, 10:15am - 11:05am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A poetry workshop about celebrating the creative act rather than the product, part of the annual Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 10:15am - 11:05am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A poetry workshop inspired by textiles and fabric arts. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 10:15am - 11:05am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study B
A poetry workshop celebrating writer Octavio Paz. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 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, May 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, May 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "James" by Percival Everett.
Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Jack of Growing Neighbors discusses the economic and ecological benefits of pallets to build raised beds, including where to find them, what types of pallets are best, and how to disassemble them.
Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park Library Lobby
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
Sat, May 17, 11:15am - 12:05pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This Inland Northwest Poetry Salon workshop expands on the practice of writing nature poems.
Sat, May 17, 11:15am - 12:05pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A writing workshop that discusses grief, sorrow, and poetry. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 11:15am - 12:05pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study B
Learn a new way to write poetry through conflict in this introspective workshop. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Indian Trail Garden
“Shou Sugi Ban” originated in Japan in the 18th century. Jack Dailey of Growing Neighbors will demonstrate this simple method to preserve wood by charring with a propane torch.
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 1:50pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A food-loving poetry workshop, part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 1:50pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A writing workshop that explores various poetic forms and techniques. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 2:50pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A poetry workshop that uses the five senses to inspire fresh writing. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 2:00pm - 2:50pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A poetry workshop that introduces a "simple cure for writer's block" through a series of delightful and surprising prompts. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 3:50pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Generate poetry from photographs in this writing workshop led by one of Spokane's most lauded poets. This workshop is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 3:50pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A writing workshop that explores the concept of "home." This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Sun, May 18, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
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.
Mon, May 19, 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, May 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Mon, May 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Cancelled
Mon, May 19, 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.
Mon, May 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn about compost and worms with this hands-on workshop! Registration is recommended.
Mon, May 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle 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.
Mon, May 19, 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, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, May 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Tue, May 20, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Wed, May 21, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Shadle Park Library
Join us for the 2025 Annual Firearm Violence Prevention Conference, focusing on community resilience through collaborative firearm violence prevention strategies
Wed, May 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Help your little one prepare for kindergarten at the library!
Wed, May 21, 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, May 21, 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, May 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Wed, May 21, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Come share your thoughts, ideas, and concerns about WSDOT projects in your neighborhood.
Thu, May 22, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Thu, May 22, 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, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau event with poet Shin Yu Pai, presented in partnership with Asians for Collective Liberation.
Thu, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Discuss common signs of mental illness and steps individuals or caregivers may take to find help with diagnosis and treatment. This is the second in a 3-part series taught by Dr. O'Connell from UW.
Thu, May 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Looking to reduce or replace your lawn? Explore drought-resistant ground covers, native plants, and creative landscape designs that save water while keeping your yard beautiful and functional.
Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, May 23, 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.
Fri, May 23, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Teen Area - 2nd Floor
This event is open to middle and high school students. Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities in the Teen Space at the Central Library.