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Illuminations: Naturalists & Botanicals with Jack Nisbet
Highlights from the Special Collections
2025-11-13 11:00:00
2025-11-13 12:00:00
America/Los_Angeles
Illuminations: Naturalists & Botanicals with Jack Nisbet
Drop in and enjoy rare treasures from Central Library's special collections. This month's theme is "Naturalists & Botanicals." David Douglas's biographer Jack Nisbet will be here for the discussion.
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Thursday, November 13
11:00am - 12:00pm
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2025-11-13 11:00:00
2025-11-13 12:00:00
America/Los_Angeles
Illuminations: Naturalists & Botanicals with Jack Nisbet
Drop in and enjoy rare treasures from Central Library's special collections. This month's theme is "Naturalists & Botanicals." David Douglas's biographer Jack Nisbet will be here for the discussion.
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Central
Inland Northwest Special CollectionDrop in and enjoy rare treasures from Central Library's special collections. This month's theme is "Naturalists & Botanicals." David Douglas's biographer Jack Nisbet will be here for the discussion.
Archivist & Special Collections Librarian Dana Bronson and local novelist & Writing Education Specialist Sharma Shields share a passion for libraries, research, and critical archival work. Join them each month as they share exciting and often surprising items from the Central Library's Archives and Special Collections. Highlighted items might include rare books and manuscripts, local records and photographs, and/or maps and correspondence.
This month's theme is "Naturalists and Botanicals," featuring books about Scottish botanist David Douglas, namesake of the Douglas fir, as well as botanical illustrations by Edith Farrington Johnston, Romeyn Beck Hough's unique volumes The American Woods (containing plates of actual wood varieties), and more related to naturalists, flora, and fauna.
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AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Local History | Learning & Lectures | Book & Film Discussions | Arts & Culture | Archives & Special Collections |
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| Thu, Sep 11 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Sep 12 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
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| Sun, Sep 14 | 12:00PM to 4:00PM |
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256 capacity combined event space on the 1st floor
34 person capacity maker studio
2 conference rooms
2 reservable co-working spaces in the Business Lab
5 study rooms
Media Studios – production studio, recording studio, and video studio
SERVICES
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Computer Lab (Faxing, copying, scanning, printing)
Inland Northwest Special Collections
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Shimmer (public art) by John Rogers
River Rumpus Children’s Playspace
Serenity Room
Upcoming events
Sun, Sep 14, 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, Sep 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This class combines the excitement of Bollywood with the folk of Bhangra. Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Mon, Sep 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Sep 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.
Mon, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library, 3rd Floor
Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with the foundational document that shaped Washington’s legal and governmental system.
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Explore seed dispersal through fun, hands-on activities!
Mon, Sep 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Mon, Sep 15, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
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.
Tue, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Tue, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll make applesauce together while learning about apples. Caregivers must attend with their children. Registration is required. Limit 6 families. One registration per family, please.
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Cancelled
Tue, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Explore the world of Gelli printing with Artist-In-Residence Sheri Medford.
Wed, Sep 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.
Wed, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Sep 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Wed, Sep 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.
Wed, Sep 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.
Wed, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a messy time as we use paper mâché to create and sculpture creatures, beasts, or monsters of our own creation!
Wed, Sep 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!
Wed, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Wed, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined
Join Self-Advocates from The Arc of Spokane and AtWork! to learn how to register and cast your vote with ease! Explore why YOUR vote matters - especially the disability vote!Register
Wed, Sep 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Tara Campbell, author most recently of 'City of Gargoyles,' leads a virtual speculative fiction writing workshop. This is a Humanities WA Speakers Bureau event.
Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Sep 18, 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, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Explore seed dispersal through fun, hands-on activities!
Fri, Sep 19, 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, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We'll use LEGO® bricks to create Nerf targets and try them out! Leave your Nerf guns at home. They will be provided.
Fri, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Can you really make your own professional art supplies from nature? Brief demo and video lesson, plus drawing and painting with walnut ink afterwards!
Fri, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
An exploration of the nuances of classical music and dance from South India, with live orchestra of musicians led by Natyacharya Jayanthi Raman.
Sat, Sep 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. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Kim West and Mark Manning, internationally trained handpan instructors, for a fun workshop learning how to layer melody notes to create your own song on your Handpan.
This event is full
Sat, Sep 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us for a book discussion of "Lessons in Chemistry" by Bonnie Garmus.
Sat, Sep 20, 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, Sep 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Courage to Grow Farms to learn about pickling different kinds of vegetables as a great way to preserve your harvest.
Sat, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Authors Trisha Pritikin, Kay-Smith Blum, and James Patrick Thomas will join renowned investigative journalist Karen Dorn Steele for a discussion about Hanford. Dr. Ann Le Bar of EWU will moderate.
Sun, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Sun, Sep 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn to maintain a rhythmic connection with large hula hoops for adults. The playful and rhythmic nature of the hoop uplifts the spirit, quiets the mind and connects us to our bodies in a joyful way.
Mon, Sep 22, 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, Sep 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn how squirrels and other animals prepare for winter with hands-on activities.
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Try your hand at Scratchboard Art, a form of engraving with striking results.
Tue, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 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, Sep 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Sep 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
We'll make applesauce together while learning about apples. Caregivers must attend with their children. Registration is required. Limit 6 families. One registration per family, please.
Tue, Sep 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn about PFAS, aka “forever chemicals” found in outdoor gear, cosmetics, and more—and understand their impact on health and the environment.
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 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, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Sep 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Sep 25, 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, Sep 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
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Learn how squirrels and other animals prepare for winter with hands-on activities.
Fri, Sep 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.
Fri, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Fri, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
We'll use LEGO® bricks to create Nerf targets and try them out! Leave your Nerf guns at home because they will be provided.
Fri, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 6:30pm
The Hive
This time is set aside to register a piece for the show. Stop by anytime between 3:30 and 6:30 pm. Visit the main events on Saturday and Sunday!
Fri, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity! Families with kids and teens, come explore your artistic side as we freely paint, draw, and create in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 5:00pm
The Hive
Join us for the 34th annual Artistry in Wood Show - featuring regional wood carvings and an exhibition of woodturning. The public is encouraged to attend this free open-house-style event.
Sat, Sep 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Liberty Park Library - Study Room A
INWBAS meets monthly to practice and learn different aspects of book arts. Their meetings are free and open to the public.
Sat, Sep 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. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn how to ferment salsa with Courage to Grow Farms! This is a great way to preserve your summer tomato bounty.
Sat, Sep 27, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Travis Baldree, Kelly Milner Halls, Sarah Mackenzie, & Maya Jewell Zeller kick off the Pacific Northwest Bookseller Association’s annual conference.
Sun, Sep 28, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hive
Join us for the 34th annual Artistry in Wood Show - featuring regional wood carvings and an exhibition of woodturning. The public is encouraged to attend this free open-house-style event.
Sun, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
A writing workshop offered by lauded novelist, biographer, memoirist, and educator Michael N. McGregor.
Mon, Sep 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Sep 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
Mon, Sep 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn how squirrels and other animals prepare for winter with hands-on activities.
Tue, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 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, Sep 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Sep 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We'll make applesauce together while learning about apples. Caregivers must attend with their children. Registration is required. Limit 6 families. One registration per family, please.
Tue, Sep 30, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Wed, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Oct 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.
Wed, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will discuss specific activities that people living with dementia can do in each stage of the disease. We will focus on using a strengths-based approach.
Wed, Oct 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
Wed, Oct 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard
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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Join us for a messy time as we use paper mâché to create and sculpt creatures, beasts, or monsters of our own creation!
Wed, Oct 01, 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.
Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
We begin by exploring cultural messages about death and shifting the narrative—from fear and avoidance to reverence and curiosity. What if death is not an ending but a sacred part of life?
Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn how squirrels and other animals prepare for winter with hands-on activities.
Wed, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Cancelled
Wed, Oct 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 02, 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, Oct 02, 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, Oct 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
Thu, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Each child will design part of a monster-themed maze using recycled materials and more. Caregivers should attend to assist. Registration is required. One registration per 9–12-year-old child.
Fri, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Can you make a monster with LEGO® that moves? Caregivers should attend to assist.
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park 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, Oct 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "Happiness Falls" by Angie Kim.
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Explore the many ways you can preserve fruits and enjoy them throughout the year with Courage to Grow Farms!
Sat, Oct 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
We'll celebrate space and space flight with special guest and Solar System Ambassador, Joe Bruce, and his space collection! Fun activities will fill the room as well.
Mon, Oct 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Oct 06, 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.
Mon, Oct 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
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn more about trees with hands-on activities!
Mon, Oct 06, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Attend an unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include choosing and changing plans, Medigaps, and Medicare fraud.
Mon, Oct 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for an insightful discussion on why every vote matters, who makes the decisions that shape your community, and where to find resources needed to make informed voting choices.
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Celebrate Dog Man with STEM - related activities! Wear Dog Man gear if you've got it! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Tue, Oct 07, 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, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Wed, Oct 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Oct 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.
Wed, Oct 08, 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, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
We look at what actually happens as we die—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We’ll explore how people experience this transition, and how we can show up with presence and compassion.
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Do you want to make a monster? Join us as we transform ordinary boxes into one-of-a-kind monsters that'll give anyone a fright!
Wed, Oct 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!
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 09, 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, Oct 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Examine exciting treasures from Central Library's rare book collection. This month's theme is "Witches," featuring a 1665 edition of "The Discovery of Witchcraft," Goya's "Caprichos," and more.
Thu, Oct 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
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Learn more about trees with hands-on activities!
Fri, Oct 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.
Fri, Oct 10, 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, Oct 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Can you make a monster with LEGO® that moves? Caregivers should attend to assist.
Fri, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity! Families with kids and teens, come explore your artistic side as we freely paint, draw, and create in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sat, Oct 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. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll read stories and play space games together!
Sat, Oct 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Tallow, the rendered fat from cattle or sheep, is enjoying a renaissance for many uses beyond its culinary purpose. Join Courage to Grow Farms to learn the versatility of this traditional fat.
Mon, Oct 13, 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, Oct 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Oct 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
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Oct 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Tue, Oct 14, 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, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Oct 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Wed, Oct 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.
Wed, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Wed, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a messy time as we use paper mâché to create and sculpture creatures, beasts, or monsters of our own creation!
Wed, Oct 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!
Wed, Oct 15, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 16, 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, Oct 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.
This event is full
Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Learn more about trees with hands-on activities!
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
The Poet Laureates of Ellensburg, Coeur d'Alene, and Spokane gather together to share their work and celebrate Marie Marchand's newest collection, 'Mostly Sweet, Lovely, Human Things.'
Thu, Oct 16, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Each child will design part of a monster-themed maze using recycled materials and more. Caregivers should attend to assist. Registration is required. One registration per 9–12-year-old child.
Thu, Oct 16, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Our very own late-night talk show is taking its final bow, and you’re invited to celebrate in style! Join us for a Halloween spectacular filled with surprise guests and plenty of tricks and treats.
Fri, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Oct 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.
Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Can you make a monster that moves with LEGO®? Caregivers should attend to assist.
Fri, Oct 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
A workshop demonstrating various instruments of North India.
Sat, Oct 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. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Sat, Oct 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us for a book discussion of "Happiness Falls" by Angie Kim.
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Celebrate the Peanuts’ 75th anniversary and the Great Pumpkin at the library!
Sat, Oct 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Experience Bali with chef Alice Koh and Shane! Taste the cuisine, see the sights, meet the people, and hear Alice and Shane's efforts in building libraries in Bali! Balinese food tasting included.
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Oct 20, 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.
Mon, Oct 20, 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
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Mon, Oct 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Tue, Oct 21, 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, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Celebrate Dog Man with STEM - related activities! Wear Dog Man gear if you've got it! Caregivers should attend to assist
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 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, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
The logistics of planning—advance directives, wills, power of attorney, and end-of-life wishes. We’ll demystify the paperwork and talk openly about how to communicate your values and choices.
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Do you want to make a monster? Join us as we transform ordinary boxes into one-of-a-kind monsters that'll give anyone a fright!
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Fear & Doubt.
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 23, 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, Oct 23, 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
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central - Central Conference Room B & Lounge,nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
The culminating Spokane Is Reading event, celebrating author Tananarive Due and her award-winning novel 'The Reformatory.'
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Cancelled
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Can you make a monster that moves with LEGO®? Caregivers should attend to assist.
Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Test out different types of papers with paints, markers, pastels, and more!
Fri, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us for a Nerf Battle in the Upside Down. This is a non-scary, Stranger Things-themed Nerf War for middle/high school students.
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
The Hive
The best kind of holiday gift is a local one! Check out this local art market featuring jewelry, original paintings, prints, clothing, book arts, & more.
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Liberty Park Library - Study Room A
INWBAS meets monthly to practice and learn different aspects of book arts. Their meetings are free and open to the public.
Sat, Oct 25, 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, Oct 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Join us for our annual fall health fair! This free event helps connect you with valuable health care information and explore resources and tools to support your well-being!
Mon, Oct 27, 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, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Oct 27, 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
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of The Reformatory by Tananarive Due.
Wed, Oct 29, 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, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
How does facing death help us live more fully? We’ll explore practices of presence, purpose, legacy, and love—and what it means to die with awareness and grace.
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a messy time as we use paper mâché to create and sculpture creatures, beasts, or monsters of our own creation!
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Thu, Oct 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.
Thu, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Oct 30, 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, Oct 30, 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
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Thu, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Each child will design a room inspired by the Hotel Transylvania movie using recycled materials & more. Caregivers should attend to assist. Registration required. One registration per 9–12-year-old.
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
Sat, Nov 01, 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, Nov 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Award-winning poet Laura Read will read poems from her latest collection, 'The Serious World.' WA State Poet Laureate alumna Kathleen Flenniken will join her. Auntie's Bookstore will sell books.
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Nov 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.
Mon, Nov 03, 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
Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Tue, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tue, Nov 04, 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, Nov 04, 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, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will cover the correct level of care, organizations that provide emergency support, preparing for an emergency and dealing with a care partner’s emergency.
Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard
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, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Wed, Nov 05, 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.
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Wed, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Choose REPAIR & REPURPOSE over replace! Help grow the repair economy in Spokane. We'll fix your torn jeans, fallen hem, broken zipper and more!
Wed, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Nov 06, 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, Nov 06, 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, Nov 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
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Fri, Nov 07, 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.
Sat, Nov 08, 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, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a book discussion of "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevan.
Sat, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn the art of beadwork and create your own earrings or necklace! Taught by Cheyanna Vielle, a proud member of the Blackfeet Tribe of Browning, Montana. All materials provided.
Sun, Nov 09, 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, Nov 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join the fun with this beginning-level and beyond Egyptian-style Belly Dance class taught by Marya Nowakowski. Wear workout or yoga clothes. Sparkly hip sashes available to use during class.
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
An Alzheimer's Association program about identifying how certain behaviors affect our brains and bodies and strategies for healthy decision-making.
Mon, Nov 10, 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
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Thu, Nov 13, 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, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Drop in and enjoy rare treasures from Central Library's special collections. This month's theme is "Naturalists & Botanicals." David Douglas's biographer Jack Nisbet will be here for the discussion.
Thu, Nov 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
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!