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The Mind and the Meaning: Finding Purpose in Every Move

A Body, Mind, Spirit Workshop, Part 1
2026-01-10 13:00:00 2026-01-10 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Mind and the Meaning: Finding Purpose in Every Move In this class we explore the power of the human mind and our ability to find meaning in everyday life. We'll reflect on how purpose, love, and perspective shape our resilience and well-being. Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Saturday, January 10
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-01-10 13:00:00 2026-01-10 14:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Mind and the Meaning: Finding Purpose in Every Move In this class we explore the power of the human mind and our ability to find meaning in everyday life. We'll reflect on how purpose, love, and perspective shape our resilience and well-being. Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Shadle Park

Shadle Park Studio

In this class we explore the power of the human mind and our ability to find meaning in everyday life. We'll reflect on how purpose, love, and perspective shape our resilience and well-being.

Start the new year with personal wellness! Join Jessica and Darren Salquist for this meaningful workshop where we’ll explore the incredible power of the human mind and our ability to find meaning—no matter our circumstances. Drawing from the timeless wisdom of Viktor Frankl, Holocaust survivor and author of Man’s Search for Meaning, we’ll reflect on how purpose, love, and perspective shape our resilience and well-being. Attend one or all - it doesn't matter! We'd love to see you for this workshop series. 

Part 2: Jan 17: Body, Breath, Mind, and Action - Aligning Your Inner and Outer World

Part 3: Jan 31: The Power of Connection - a Practice for Flourishing 

Darren and Jessica Salquist are transformational coaches, wellness professionals, and podcast hosts with over 21 years of combined experience in helping individuals and groups achieve personal and professional growth. Jessica is a National Board-Certified Reflexologist, regional leader, and certified life coach, known for her work in leadership, coaching, and holistic healing. Darren is a certified life coach, personal trainer, and specialist in fitness and mindset integration, focusing on combining physical and emotional wellness for optimal results. Together, they offer coaching services, workshops, personalized programs, and their podcast "Next Level: Good Vibes Only," supporting clients in reaching their next level of success and fulfillment. 

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

We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations (i.e. hearing assistance, ASL requests, or other ADA inquiries), email sday@spokanelibrary.org.

For all event information inquiries, email telref@spokanelibrary.org or call 509-444-5300.

 

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Phone: 509-444-5300
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Upcoming events

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Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
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!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Nov 12, 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.
Line Dance
Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
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.
The Sacred Journey of Grief
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this reflective workshop, we’ll explore grief as a sacred process, one that invites us to slow down, honor what has been lost, and listen deeply to what remains.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Tween Art Lab: Painting Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
What's that glowing on the forest floor? Your very own wooden mushroom sculpture that you get to create with glow-in-the-dark paint to mimic bioluminescence in nature!
Moths and Their Role in the Ecosystem - A Spokane Audubon Society Presentation
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
With over 160,000 species worldwide, moths are among the most diverse and ecologically important organisms on Earth. Learn all about these nocturnal pollinators in this SAS presentation.
Chair Yoga
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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Nov 13, 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
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.
Illuminations: Naturalists & Botanicals with Jack Nisbet - Highlights from the Special Collections
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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
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
Rainy Day Explorers - For Kids of All Ages
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!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Nov 14, 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.
LEGO® Challenge: Dinosaur Build - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
In honor of Dinovember, we'll build dinosaurs and dino habitats in today's LEGO® challenge! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Family Art Night! - For Kids and Teens
Fri, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard 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.
The Root Experience Festival Opening Ceremony - Living Cultures of Art, Music, & Soul
Fri, Nov 14, 6:00pm - 10:30pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Enjoy the opening ceremony for The Root Experience Festival featuring a Blanket Ceremony, free community meal, performances, films, and more!
The Root Experience Festival - Day 2! - Living Cultures of Art, Music, & Soul
Sat, Nov 15, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall, Events A & B
Enjoy workshops for youth and guardians, live performances, and experience a variety of vendors in visual arts, fashion, health, business, and more!
Getting Started on Your Novel - A Writing Workshop with Shawn Vestal
Sat, Nov 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Shawn Vestal, a novelist who has won the WA State Book Award in Fiction, offers a workshop on how to dive in and begin a novel. This workshop is part of 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
This event is full
Freeing Your Characters - A Writing Workshop with Alexandra Teague
Sat, Nov 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
Award-winning writer and University of Idaho professor Alexandra Teague discusses the art of liberating characters on the page. This is a 'Novel Day' event.
This event is full
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 15, 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.
Book Club - Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevan
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us for a book discussion of "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevan.
Drafts, Doubts, Discoveries: Novels from Start to Finish - With Authors Sonora Jha, Chelsea Martin, & Tara Karr Roberts
Sat, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Three celebrated Northwest novelists discuss the joys and pitfalls of the novel-writing process. This panel is part of the first annual 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
Holiday Wine Pairing
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huckleberry's Natural Market - 926 S Monroe St
Learn from the sommelier at Huckleberry's Natural Market on pairing wines with different foods. From cheese to desserts to holiday entertaining, we will cover them all! Please meet at Huckleberry's.
Settings 101: The Art of Writing and Researching Place - With Rebekah Anderson and Chris Bieker
Sat, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Two Northwest writers discuss the process of writing novels set in the Inland Northwest. This panel is part of the first annual 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
Strategies for Editing a Novel with Kris Dinnison - A 'Novel Day' Writing Workshop
Sat, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A workshop to help with editing the first draft of a novel, led by the author of 'You & Me & Him.' This event is part of the first annual 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
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The Root Experience Festival - Day 3! - Living Cultures of Art, Music, & Soul
Sun, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Experience live performances and community vendor fair as part of The Root Experience Festival.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Nov 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 17, 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
Thankful Fun: Gratitude Crafts & Activities - For Kids and Their Families
Mon, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Express your gratitude with crafts for the whole family!
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Mon, Nov 17, 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.
Mat Pilates
Mon, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
The session will include a gentle warm-up, guided mat-based exercises that focus on core strength, posture, flexibility, and balance, followed by a cool-down and stretching period. Bring your own mat.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 18, 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!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Nov 18, 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!
Monthly Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Poetry for Everyone - With Sarah Rooney
Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Design a 3D-Printed Cookie Cutter - For 8-12 Year Olds and their Caregivers
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll design simple cookie cutters to be printed on our 3D printers!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Nov 18, 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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Nov 19, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 19, 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!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Nov 19, 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.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Nov 19, 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®.
Kid Art Club: Glowing Jellyfish Sculptures! - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Let's make magical jellyfish sculptures under blacklights for a fun making experience!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Nov 20, 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!
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Nov 20, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Nov 20, 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Nov 20, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 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
Thankful Fun: Gratitude Crafts & Activities - For Kids and Their Families
Thu, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Express your gratitude with crafts for the whole family!
Cancelled
A Community Practice: Rest & Gratitude - Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Thu, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Rest & Gratitude.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Nov 21, 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.
LEGO® Challenge: Dinosaur Build - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
In honor of Dinovember, we'll build dinosaurs and dino habitats in today's LEGO® challenge! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Inland Northwest Book Arts Society (INWBAS) Meet-up - A gathering of people interested in the art of making books
Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hive - Studio E
INWBAS meets monthly to practice and learn different aspects of book arts. Their meetings are free and open to the public.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 22, 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.
Write & Research in the Inland Northwest Special Collections - A Historical Fiction Writing Workshop with Sharma Shields
Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
A generative writing workshop involving research tools and writing prompts culled from the library's special collections.
Transgender Day of Remembrance 2025
Sat, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Presented by Spokane Pride and Trans Spokane
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 24, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 25, 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!
Cancelled
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Nov 26, 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.
Line Dance
Wed, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 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
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 29, 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Dec 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 01, 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
Thankful Fun: Gratitude Crafts & Activities - For Kids and Their Families
Mon, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Express your gratitude with crafts for the whole family!
Gentle Flow Yoga & Sound Bowls
Mon, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level followed by relaxation time with sound bowls. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
Monthly Astrology Forecast
Mon, Dec 01, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 02, 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!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 02, 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!
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Dec 02, 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.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 02, 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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 03, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 03, 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!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Dementia and Falls
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will discuss ways to prevent falls and strategies to decrease the risk of falling.
Virtual Book Club - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Wed, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Dec 03, 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.
Line Dance
Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Dec 03, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Wonder Killer Poetry Workshop - with Tim Greenup
Wed, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
At this generative writing workshop, participants will use wonder and curiosity to fuel new poems.
Tween Art Lab: Painting Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
What's that glowing on the forest floor? Your very own wooden mushroom sculpture that you get to create with glow-in-the-dark paint to mimic bioluminescence in nature!
Charity Fraud and How to Avoid It
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn about common types of charity scams and how to avoid them. Be more confident that the money you donate is being put to the use you intended it for.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 04, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Dec 04, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 04, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park Library - Children's Area
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Central Events B
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Dec 04, 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
Thankful Fun: Gratitude Crafts & Activities - For Kids and Their Families
Thu, Dec 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Express your gratitude with crafts for the whole family!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Dec 05, 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.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Dec 05, 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.
LEGO® Challenge: Sledding Hill - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
We'll create sleds and ride them down a sledding hill (ramp)! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 06, 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.
Houseplant Swap!
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Have too many houseplants or perhaps not enough? Let's share, swap, and spread some houseplant love and joy!
Music at the Library
Sat, Dec 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
South Hill
While you enjoy our houseplant swap in the lobby, enjoy some music by "Geriatric Prodigies", a duet of guitar and vocals, right in the lobby at the library!
K-pop Dancing
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for some great fun dancing to K-pop music! Suitable for all ages and whole families.
Indian Kundan Jewelry Making
Sun, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Need a last-minute holiday gift? Devika Gates will teach us how to make beautiful Indian Kundan Jewelry! Supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Dec 07, 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.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0-24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Dec 08, 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a mobile blood drive with American Red Cross! Appointments are not required, but they are encouraged.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Kids' Solstice Celebration - For Kids and Their Families
Mon, Dec 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Celebrate the darkest time of the year with crafts and activities!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 09, 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!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 09, 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!
Monthly Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Dec 09, 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.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Dec 10, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 10, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 10, 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!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Line Dance
Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Kid Art Club: Glowing Jellyfish Sculptures! - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Let's make magical jellyfish sculptures under blacklights for a fun making experience!
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Managing Wildlife in Your Backyard - A Spokane Audubon Society Presentation
Wed, Dec 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn how to handle wildlife encounters with WA Department of Wildlife Biologist Reagan Harris, from injured deer to raccoons under your porch. Find out how to live peacefully alongside wildlife.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Dec 11, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 11, 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 11, 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 11, 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Dec 11, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Kids' Solstice Celebration - For Kids and Their Families
Thu, Dec 11, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Celebrate the darkest time of the year with crafts and activities!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Cancelled
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail
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.
LEGO® Challenge: Sledding Hill - For Ages 4-11 and Their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
We'll create sleds and ride them down a sledding hill (ramp)! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Saturday Family Storytime: Cozy Animals! - For Families & Kids Ages 3-8
Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Cozy up for stories & songs featuring our animal neighbors.
Youth Self-Care Summit - Presented by the YWCA
Sat, Dec 13, 11:00am - 3:00pm
The Hive - Events A, B, and C
Join us for workshops that will equip youth with strategies for self-care and community care. Register to join at ywcaspokane.org/youthsummit.
Greek Dancing
Sun, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central - Central Events B
Learn Greek dancing from Viktoria! Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Yarn Gnome Ornaments
Sun, Dec 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Yarn gnome ornaments are really simple and fun to make. Customize an ornament to take home with you!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Dec 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 15, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Kids' Solstice Celebration - For Kids and Their Families
Mon, Dec 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Celebrate the darkest time of the year with crafts and activities!
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Mon, Dec 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 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!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 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!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 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!
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 16, 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.
Snowman Science for Kids - For Ages 3-10 and Their Families
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events ,Hillyard Studio
Join the snowman fun as we make fake snow, dissolving snowmen, and more!
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Poetry for Everyone - With Sarah Rooney
Tue, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Dec 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 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!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Dec 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.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Dec 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.
Line Dance
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Dec 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!
Tween Art Lab: Painting Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
What's that glowing on the forest floor? Your very own wooden mushroom sculpture that you get to create with glow-in-the-dark paint to mimic bioluminescence in nature!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Dec 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!
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Dec 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.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 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!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 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!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 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.
From the Vault: A Rare Books Poetry Project - Local Writers Respond to the Library's Special Collections
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Local poets and writers will share their original short works based on rare books from the Spokane Public Library's special collections, which are kept in a climate-controlled room called "the vault."
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Dec 18, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Kids' Solstice Celebration - For Kids and Their Families
Thu, Dec 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Celebrate the darkest time of the year with crafts and activities!
Cancelled
A Community Practice: Joy & Wonder - Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Joy & Wonder.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 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.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Dec 19, 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.
LEGO® Challenge: Sledding Hill - For Ages 4-11 and Their Caregivers
Fri, Dec 19, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
We'll create sleds and ride them down a sledding hill (ramp)! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 22, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 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
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Line Dancing
Sat, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jan 05, 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
Welcome to Medicare
Tue, Jan 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jan 06, 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!
Marble Run Fun - For Ages 3-10 and Their Families
Tue, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll create marble runs together!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Line Dance
Wed, Jan 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jan 07, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Jan 07, 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.
Kids Art Club: Glowing Jellyfish Sculptures! - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Let's make magical jellyfish sculptures under blacklights for a fun making experience!
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jan 07, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jan 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.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jan 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
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Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Jan 09, 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.
LEGO® Challenge: Zoo Critters - For Ages 4-11 and Their Caregivers
Fri, Jan 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll create wonderful zoo enclosures for real or imaginary animals!
Line Dancing
Sat, Jan 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.
Book Club - Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano
Sat, Jan 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Study A
Join us for a book discussion of "Hello Beautiful" by Ann Napolitano.
The Mind and the Meaning: Finding Purpose in Every Move - A Body, Mind, Spirit Workshop, Part 1
Sat, Jan 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
In this class we explore the power of the human mind and our ability to find meaning in everyday life. We'll reflect on how purpose, love, and perspective shape our resilience and well-being.
Frosted Frames: A Winter Window Mural - For Kids and Teens
Sat, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us to create a frosty masterpiece! Children and teens are invited to contribute to a winter-themed window mural for all to enjoy this January and February!
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