Bugs Up Close

Preschool Fandom Storytime: Spider-Man - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5

Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 10:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.

Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Swing into the library for a super Spider-Man themed storytime! Join us for stories, movement activities, and an easy craft perfect for little superheroes. Wear your favorite Spidey shirt or costume.

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - west side green space

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14

Thu, Jun 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.

Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Jun 25, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

CreativeMornings - A Creative Talk with Breakfast

Fri, Jun 26, 8:30am - 10:00am

Central Library - Third Floor

CreativeMornings Spokane exists to celebrate and build a space where creativity, community, and conversation thrive together. This month's theme is "Curate," featuring Jeni Riplinger.

Touch-a-Truck! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 11:30am

Hillyard Library Parking Lot

Visit a recycling truck, a water truck, and more in the Hillyard Library parking lot, courtesy of the City of Spokane and partnering agencies.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central - Central Events B

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 3:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for a mobile blood drive with American Red Cross! Appointments are not required, but they are encouraged. Parking is available on 33rd and 34th avenue as Perry Street is under construction.

Cancelled

LEGO® Bricks, Dinos and Volcanoes! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families

Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Indian Trail

We'll build dinosaur scenes that must include a volcano!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up

Fri, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!

Nerf Wars - For Middle and High Schoolers

Fri, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Join us for an after-hours Nerf Battle with other middle/high school students at the Central Library! Please fill out the waiver in the long description of this event. Registration is encouraged.

Preschool Fandom Storytime: Spider-Man - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5

Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shadle Park

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Swing into the library for a super Spider-Man themed storytime! Join us for stories, movement activities, and an easy craft perfect for little superheroes. Wear your favorite Spidey shirt or costume.

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Shadle Park

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.

Summer Science: Meet the Scientists! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace

Drop by to learn about our Summer Science series of science events! You'll get to meet our scientists from Science Speaks Spokane!

Authentic Indian Yoga

Sun, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.

Irish Dancing

Sun, Jun 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Experience Irish culture through traditional social dancing and music taught by the MSD Irish Dance Academy. All ages, levels, and abilities are welcome!

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

LEGO® Dinosaur Zoo - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families

Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Cancelled

Mon, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Hillyard

We'll build dinosaur enclosures out of LEGO® bricks together to make a Dinosaur Zoo!

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Jun 29, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Dino Duel! with Kelly Milner Halls - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers

Tue, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Local dinosaur author Kelly Milner Halls will help us answer the question – who would win in the dino world?

Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - 5-Week Course in Ecopoetics with Hive writer, Kurtis Ebeling

Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

The Hive - Studio E

A low-stakes, generative poetry workshop for those interested in learning about different approaches to writing the "nature poem" and thinking about its place in the world of contemporary poetry.

Registration is now closed

Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast

Tue, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Central - Virtual Events 6

Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. Register and you'll get an email with instructions on how to participate via Zoom.

Gentle Flow Yoga

Wed, Jul 01, 9:30am - 10:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection

Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.

Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Making Caregiving Less Stressful

Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

We will discuss how to use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to care for someone living with dementia. We will also discuss strategies for family caregivers and create a self-care plan.

USA 250th Birthday Party! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Let's say "Happy Birthday, USA!" with patriotic crafts, activities, and classic American games. Bring the whole family to celebrate 250 years of community, creativity, and connection.

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Study B

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry

Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Wed, Jul 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.

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.

Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - west side green space

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Thu, Jul 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.

Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Shadle Park - Studio

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Jul 02, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

Candidates for Congressional 5th District - Presented by Northwest Passages

Sun, Jul 05, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Spend the Fourth of July holiday celebrating American Democracy! 5th District candidate forum event at Central Library

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

LEGO® + Dino Wind Racers! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers

Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Cancelled

Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Shadle Park

We’ll use LEGO® bricks to create wind racers that can carry a toy dinosaur when blown by a strong fan!

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Jul 06, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

Summer Science: Investigating Instructions - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Mon, Jul 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Cancelled

Dinosaur Dig! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families

Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hillyard

We'll dig up mini dinosaur skeletons and use them to create fossil impressions!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

South Hill - Study B

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - 5-Week Course in Ecopoetics with Hive writer, Kurtis Ebeling

Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

The Hive - Events C

A low-stakes, generative poetry workshop for those interested in learning about different approaches to writing the "nature poem" and thinking about its place in the world of contemporary poetry.

Registration is now closed

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection

Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.

Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Jurassic Play-Doh - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-8

Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Come play at the library with dinosaurs and Play-Doh!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

This event is full

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Summer Science: Investigating Instructions - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

The Hive

Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!

Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.

Witches in the Woods Writing Workshop - With Maya Jewell Zeller and Sharma Shields

Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 10:00am

Riverside State Park - Bowl & Pitcher Kitchen Shelter

A short, fun, outdoorsy workshop at Riverside State Park. Come be inspired by writing prompts about witches and wilderness.

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.

Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - west side green space

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14

Thu, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.

Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Studio

Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Jul 09, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth

Thu, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central - Central Events B

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields

Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.

Baby Storytime Dinosaur Stomp - A Summer Event for Babies 0-24 Months & Caregivers

Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us for a dino‑mite baby storytime full of giggles, wiggles, and prehistoric fun!

Magic Show with Magician Frances Morgan! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and their Families

Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Get ready for mind-boggling illusions for the whole family. Don’t miss a magical afternoon where the impossible becomes possible!

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Liberty Park - Study A

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Handpan Discovery - What is a Handpan and How do you Play it?

Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:30am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join Kim West, an internationally trained handpan instructor, for an immersive, hands-on experience. Discover the joy of playing handpan music with others. No prior music experience necessary!

Caregiver and Me Dance Class with Inspirations Dance Studio - For Ages 18 Months to 3 Years and their Caregivers

Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join a professional dance coach at the library for a fun dance class for the youngest of dancers and their grown-ups!

Printing with Junk (Recyclables, Scraps, and Found Objects) - With Artist-In-Residence, Sarah Louise Windisch

Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

The Hive - Studio E

Try some easy printmaking techniques using packaging and other household objects—accessible and fun for all ages!

This event is full

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shadle Park

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.

Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!

The People’s Town Hall - A Nonpartisan Community Candidate

Sun, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

The People’s Town Hall is a nonpartisan community candidate forum focused on issues impacting Spokane residents.

The Art of the Fragmented Essay - with Lauren W. Westerfield

Sun, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Experiment with a fragmented-style essay that pieces together different types of non-fiction writing like dialogue, memories, scenes, and quotes, led by an award-winning writer.

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14

Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Jul 13, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

Summer Science: Fishing for Ice - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Mon, Jul 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Come join local scientists and learn how to fish for ice using only string and household spices! Please see full description for important details.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and Caregivers

Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Dirty Soda Bar + Trivia - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Think you know it all? Grab your friends and put your knowledge to the test with rounds of pop culture, music, movies, random facts, and more.

Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - 5-Week Course in Ecopoetics with Hive writer, Kurtis Ebeling

Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

The Hive - Studio E

A low-stakes, generative poetry workshop for those interested in learning about different approaches to writing the "nature poem" and thinking about its place in the world of contemporary poetry.

Registration is now closed

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm

Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection

Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.

Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Encanto Dance Class & Crafts with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-8

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Learn fun dances and make crafts inspired by the Disney movie Encanto!

Welcome to Medicare

Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.

Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry

Wed, Jul 15, 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.

Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People

Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm

The Hive

Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!

Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

The HIve - Lobby

Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.

Credit & Credit Cards

Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services how credit scores work, building and improving credit, and using credit cards responsibly.

Summer Science: Fishing for Ice - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Come join local scientists and learn how to fish for ice using only string and household spices! Please see full description for important details.

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.

Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Thu, Jul 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Central - Central Events B

Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Learn about Spokane's native crustaceans with hands-on activities!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Jul 16, 3:15pm - 5:45pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.

This event is full

T-Rex Tea Party Storytime - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-6 and their Families

Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Central - Central Events A & B Combined

Join us for a prehistoric-themed party perfect for little dinosaur enthusiasts who love stories, treats, and a bit of (polite!) roaring!

Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields

Fri, Jul 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.

Jurassic Play-Doh - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-8

Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Come play at the library with dinosaurs and Play-Doh!

Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up

Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - Events A & B

Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.

Facing Immigration - A Creative Workshop on Belonging and Human Connection

Fri, Jul 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

The Hive - The Hive Studio E

Create blind contour self-portraits—drawings made without looking at the page—and explore immigration, identity, belonging, and resilience through art and reflection.

Memory Cafe

Fri, Jul 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.

Y2K: Let's Party Like It's 1999! - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Fri, Jul 17, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Travel back to the early 2000s at our Y2K-themed party for middle and high school students!

KYRS Presents: Get Loud in The Library Concert Series - The Bed Heads, The Wood Dusters, Sleeyboy & the Easy Sleezys

Fri, Jul 17, 6:30pm - 10:00pm

Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

This free, all-ages concert is part of our ongoing series presented by KYRS Thin Air Community Radio, Spokane Public Library, and Brick West Brewing.

T-Rex Tea Party Storytime - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-6 and their Families

Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shadle Park

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us for a prehistoric party perfect for little dinosaur enthusiasts who love stories, treats, and a bit of (polite!) roaring!

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm

South Hill

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.

Calligraphy: The Art of Beautiful Lettering - Exhibit Opening Reception

Sat, Jul 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Exhibit area outside of the INSC

Join us for the opening reception of a beautiful exhibit in partnership with the Spokane Calligraphy Guild. Learn about calligraphy and how to get started with this craft. Opening remarks at 1:00 pm.

Build with LEGO® Experts! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Sat, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined

LEGO® Experts Eddie and Asiza from Season 3 of The LEGO® Masters will encourage creativity and expression as we build together!

Weird and Wonderful Spokane: Highlights from around Our City - With 'Secret Spokane' Author Adriana Janovich

Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Learn the history behind some of Spokane's most bizarre and fascinating locations from Adriana Janovich, author of the newly published 'Secret Spokane: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.'

Henna Painting

Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Come learn the art of henna painting, taught by Natanam Dance School owner, Devika Gates! This program is intended for older kids, teens, and adults.

Authentic Indian Yoga

Sun, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Mon, Jul 20, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Learn about Spokane's native crustaceans with hands-on activities!

Movie: Land Before Time (Rated G) - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Mon, Jul 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

We'll watch the movie, do a craft and have a snack! This movie was released in 1988 and is 70 minutes long.

Summer Science: Bouncy Balls! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6 - 18

Mon, Jul 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Jul 21, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Tue, Jul 21, 11:30am - 4:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us for a mobile blood drive with American Red Cross! Appointments are not required, but they are encouraged.

Dinosaur Parade! With Kelly Milner Halls - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 3-8 and Caregivers

Tue, Jul 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Local dinosaur author Kelly Milner Halls will read her picture book, "Dinosaur Parade" and we'll create dino accessories together!

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Jul 21, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

The Hive - The Hive Events C

Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.

FILM: Defiant Lives: Rise Of The Disability Rights Movement

Tue, Jul 21, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Celebrate Disability Pride Month with this triumphant film that traces the origins of the worldwide disability rights movement.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 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.

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Jul 22, 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.

Wed, Jul 22, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Virtual Book Club - The Last Chinese Chef by Nicole Mones

Wed, Jul 22, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Central - Virtual Events 6

Join us for a book discussion of The Last Chinese Chef by Nicole Mones.

Paws to Read: Reading Therapy Dogs - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11

Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Read fun stories to new canine friends from Thera Paws.

Origami Dinosaurs: Roar! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Let's make paper creatures using folds of paper! 🦕🦖

Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Summer Science: Bouncy Balls! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Wed, Jul 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, Jul 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Come join local scientists and learn how to use a household cleaner to make bouncy balls! See detailed description for important information.

Magic Show with Magician Frances Morgan! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Their Families

Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Get ready for mind-boggling illusions for the whole family. Don’t miss a magical afternoon where the impossible becomes possible!

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Jul 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, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Thu, Jul 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm

Central

Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.

Thu, Jul 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Studio

Learn about Spokane's native crustaceans with hands-on activities!

Early-onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 7:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Build a support system with other care partners. Presented by the Alzheimer's Association. Meets the 4th Thursday of every month at the South Hill Library.

Writing Through Memory: Poetry, Trauma, and Identity - Featuring Dario Cvencek

Thu, Jul 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us for an evening of poetry, conversation, and creative reflection with author Dario Cvencek, an immigrant poet from the Balkans.

Magic Show with Magician Frances Morgan! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Their Families

Fri, Jul 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Get ready for mind-boggling illusions for the whole family. Don’t miss a magical afternoon where the impossible becomes possible!

Girls Rock Lab Concert

Fri, Jul 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Enjoy an evening of performances by the bands created at Girls Rock Lab summer camp!

Witches in the Woods Writing Workshop - With Lauren Westerfield and Sharma Shields

Sat, Jul 25, 9:00am - 10:00am

Riverside State Park - Bowl & Pitcher Kitchen Shelter

A short, fun, outdoorsy workshop at Riverside State Park. Come be inspired by writing prompts about witches and wilderness.

Creative Dance with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-8

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Explore movement through storytelling and enjoy a variety of dance activities!

Whimsical Hand Lettering - With the Spokane Calligraphy Guild

Sat, Jul 25, 10:00am - 11:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Try your hand at some fun ways to enhance your writing in this fun workshop.

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Jul 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.

Sat, Jul 25, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.

Youth Art-a-Palooza: A Live Art & Creative Festival - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Sat, Jul 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined,The Hive Studio E

Join us for Youth Art-a-Palooza! Create with a variety of art supplies at themed stations and watch a live artist in action. A hands-on art experience for kids and teens!

Egyptian Belly Dance

Sun, Jul 26, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill 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.

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Cancelled

Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Mon, Jul 27, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Learn about Spokane's native crustaceans with hands-on activities!

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Jul 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

Summer Science: Discovering DNA - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Mon, Jul 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Ever wondered what DNA looks like with your naked eye? Come join local scientists and learn how to extract DNA from food!

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Washington's Dinosaur: Suciasaurus Rex - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 8-18

Tue, Jul 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Local dinosaur author Kelly Milner Halls will share about the fascinating discovery of Washington State's first dinosaur, Suciasaurus Rex!

Wed, Jul 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.

Preschool Fandom Storytime: Moana - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5

Wed, Jul 29, 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.

Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Set sail for a Moana‑inspired ocean adventure! Little voyagers will enjoy stories, songs, and island‑themed activities as they discover their own wayfinding magic at the library.

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Wed, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!

Musical Theater Dance Class with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 8-16

Wed, Jul 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Wed, Jul 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Have you always wanted to try dancing like they do on Broadway? Kids and teens ages 8-16 are invited to join this free one-hour class with a professional dance instructor on the library stage!

Advance Legal Planning Presentation

Wed, Jul 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!

Wed, Jul 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Unsure how to navigate advance legal planning documents like powers of attorney and healthcare directives? Join us for a free presentation about completing these documents!

Summer Science: Discovering DNA - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Wed, Jul 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Ever wondered what DNA looks like with your naked eye? Come join local scientists and learn how to extract DNA from food! See full description for important information.

Cancelled

Preschool Fandom Storytime: Moana - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5

Thu, Jul 30, 9:30am - 10:30am

South Hill

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, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Set sail for a Moana-inspired ocean adventure! Little voyagers will enjoy stories, songs, and island-themed activities as they discover their own wayfinding magic at the library.

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Advance Legal Planning Clinic

Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 4:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Sign up for a free appointment with a lawyer to complete powers of attorney and health care directives. Available for anyone 55 or older.

Mystery of the Missing Animals - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Thu, Jul 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Endangered, extinct, or undiscovered?

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Jul 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

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Fri, Jul 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.

Write Together

Fri, Jul 31, 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.

Tween and Teen Sewing Studio: Summer Camp! - For Kids and Teens Ages 10-16

Fri, Jul 31, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Learn sewing skills in this two day workshop.

This event is full

Origami Dinosaurs: Roar! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Fri, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Let's make paper creatures using folds of paper! 🦕🦖

Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers

Fri, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!

Y2K: Let's Party Like It's 1999! - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Fri, Jul 31, 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Travel back to the early 2000s at our Y2K-themed party for middle and high school students!

Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast

Fri, Jul 31, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Central - Virtual Events 6

Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. Register and you'll get an email with instructions on how to participate via Zoom.

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Aug 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.

Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 3:00pm

South Hill

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.

Tween and Teen Sewing Studio: Summer Camp! - For Kids and Teens Ages 10-16

Sat, Aug 01, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Learn sewing skills in this two day workshop.

This event is full

Mend-It Cafe: Sew it, Don't Throw it! - Build Community, Reduce Textile Waste, Repair Your Clothes

Sat, Aug 01, 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Choose REPAIR & REPURPOSE over replace! Help grow the repair economy in Spokane. We'll fix your torn jeans, fallen hem, broken zipper and more!

Pokemon's 30th Anniversary Celebration - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18

Sat, Aug 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Come catch the fun in our Pokemon zones for kids, tweens, and teens!

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Spokane from Above in 1915 - The Bird's Eye Views of Merritt Dana Houghton

Mon, Aug 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Mon, Aug 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection

Join us for a local history presentation by Michael A. Amundson, Public History Director at Northern Arizona University, centered on early 20th century bird's-eye view drawings of Spokane County.

Mystery of the Missing Animals - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Mon, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Endangered, extinct, or undiscovered?

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Aug 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

Gentle Flow Yoga

Mon, Aug 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Aug 04, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Mindfulness Practice

Tue, Aug 04, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 1:45pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event forAges 5-11 and Caregivers

Tue, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 2:45pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

South Hill - Study B

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Wed, Aug 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.

Baby Storytime Dinosaur Stomp - A Summer Event for Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers

Wed, Aug 05, 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, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for a dino‑mite baby storytime full of giggles, wiggles, and prehistoric fun!

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Transportation and Travel With Dementia

Wed, Aug 05, 10:30am - 11:30am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom

It can be difficult for someone with dementia to stop driving. We will discuss driving alternatives, how to have this difficult conversation, and tips for traveling with someone with dementia.

Origami Dinosaurs: Roar! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Wed, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Let's make paper creatures using folds of paper! 🦕🦖

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Study B

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry

Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Wed, Aug 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.

Hip Hop Dance Class with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 8-16

Wed, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Have you always wanted to try hip hop dancing? Kids and teens ages 8-16 are invited to join this free one-hour class with a professional dance instructor.

Wed, Aug 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!

Managing Debt

Wed, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services about types of debt, payoff strategies, and avoiding common pitfalls.

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Aug 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, Aug 06, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Mystery of the Missing Animals - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Thu, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Endangered, extinct, or undiscovered?

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Thu, Aug 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Shadle Park - Studio

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Aug 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

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Fri, Aug 07, 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

LEGO® and Dino Wind Racers! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers

Fri, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Liberty Park

We’ll use LEGO® bricks to create wind racers that can carry a toy dinosaur when blown by a strong fan!

Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More

Fri, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Liberty Park - Study A

Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.

Rock the Stage: Teen Concert - A Summer Reading Event for Teens Starting 6th-12th Grade

Fri, Aug 07, 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Perform in or attend a concert with only teen artists and bands after hours!

Book Club - The Correspondent by Virginia Evans

Sat, Aug 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.

Sat, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for a book discussion of "The Correspondent" by Virginia Evans.

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.

Healing Hands Creative Hearts

Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 2:00pm

Central Library - Events A and B

Spokane Regional Health District presents a free community event focused on healing, hope, remembrance, and recovery.

Jurassic Play-Doh - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-8

Sat, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Come play at the library with dinosaurs and Play-Doh!

Create Rangoli, a Decorative Art from India!

Sun, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Professional Bharatanatyam Dancer and Natanam Dance School owner Devika Gates will teach us how to make rangoli, a decorative Indian folk art! Supplies are provided.

Authentic Indian Yoga

Sun, Aug 09, 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.

Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Comstock Park

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Mystery of the Missing Animals - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12

Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Mon, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Endangered, extinct, or undiscovered?

Cancelled

Movie: The Good Dinosaur (PG) - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Mon, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Liberty Park

We'll watch the movie, do a craft, and have a snack! This movie was released in 2015 and is 100 minutes long.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Aug 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

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.

Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Tue, Aug 11, 10:00am - 11:00am

Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area

Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!

Mindfulness Practice

Tue, Aug 11, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.

Cancelled

Dinosaur Dig! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families

Tue, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Indian Trail

We'll dig up mini dinosaur skeletons and use them to create fossil impressions!

Dirty Soda Bar + Trivia - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers

Tue, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Think you know it all? Grab your friends and put your knowledge to the test with rounds of pop culture, music, movies, random facts, and more.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Wed, Aug 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, Aug 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.

Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Wed, Aug 12, 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.

Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!

Origami Dinosaurs: Roar! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Wed, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Hillyard - Hillyard Events

Let's make paper creatures using folds of paper! 🦕🦖

Jazz Dance Class with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 8-16

Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Welcome to Medicare

Wed, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm

The Hive - The Hive Events A

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.

Wed, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Have you always wanted to try dancing in the style of jazz? Kids and teens ages 8-16 are invited to join this free one-hour class with a professional dance coach from Inspirations Dance Studio.

Wed, Aug 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!

Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers

Thu, Aug 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, Aug 13, 10:00am - 11:00am

Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo

Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park west side green space for an outdoor summer storytime!

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Aug 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

Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth

Thu, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.

Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages

Fri, Aug 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, Aug 14, 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.

Youth Art-a-Palooza: A Live Art & Creativity Festival - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens

Fri, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm

Central - Central Events A & B Combined

Join us for Youth Art-a-Palooza! Create with a variety of art supplies at themed stations and watch a live artist in action. A hands-on art experience for kids and teens!

Nerf Wars - For Middle and High Schoolers

Fri, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Join us for an after-hours Nerf Battle with other middle/high school students at the Central Library! Please fill out the waiver in the long description of this event. Registration is encouraged.

Cancelled

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Aug 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.

Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 3:00pm

South Hill

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.

Under the Sea Dance & Crafts with Inspiration Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-8

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined

Learn fun dances and make crafts inspired by the ocean!

Storytime with Author Honey Louise Smith & Cedar the Cow - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages

Sun, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events

Join us for a story, songs, crafts, and a meet & greet with Cedar, the Highland cow!

Mon, Aug 17, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Recording Studio

Curious about what it's like to be in a band or write and record your own music? Experience the library's first-ever teen music camp for ages 12-16 led by Music Education Specialist, Andy Rumsey!

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mon, Aug 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Mon, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come write, shoot, direct, and edit you very own movie at the Central Library Video Studio

This event is full

Mon, Aug 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

Tue, Aug 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Recording Studio

Curious about what it's like to be in a band or write and record your own music? Experience the library's first-ever teen music camp for ages 12-16 led by Music Education Specialist, Andy Rumsey!

Tue, Aug 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.

Mindfulness Practice

Tue, Aug 18, 12:30pm - 1:30pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come write, shoot, direct, and edit you very own movie at the Central Library Video Studio

This event is full

Tue, Aug 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm

South Hill - South Hill Events

Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.

Wed, Aug 19, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Recording Studio

Curious about what it's like to be in a band or write and record your own music? Experience the library's first-ever teen music camp for ages 12-16 led by Music Education Specialist, Andy Rumsey!

Wed, Aug 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.

Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.

Wed, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come write, shoot, direct, and edit you very own movie at the Central Library Video Studio

This event is full

Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry

Wed, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events

Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.

Wed, Aug 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.

Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People

Wed, Aug 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!

Wed, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 7:00pm

The Hive - Lobby

Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.

Managing Debt

Wed, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio

Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services about types of debt, payoff strategies, and avoiding common pitfalls.

Thu, Aug 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Recording Studio

Curious about what it's like to be in a band or write and record your own music? Experience the library's first-ever teen music camp for ages 12-16 led by Music Education Specialist, Andy Rumsey!

Illuminations: The Art of Calligraphy - Highlights from the Exhibit and Special Collections

Thu, Aug 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.

Thu, Aug 20, 11:00am - 12:30pm

Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection

Drop in for a look at treasures from the library’s rare book collection. This month features Karyn Jeffrey, author and illustrator of "Life in Letters", and member of the Spokane Calligraphy Guild.

Paws to Read: Reading Therapy Dogs - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11

Thu, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Read fun stories to new canine friends from Thera Paws.

Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers

Thu, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come write, shoot, direct, and edit you very own movie at the Central Library Video Studio

This event is full

Thu, Aug 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

Fri, Aug 21, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Recording Studio

Curious about what it's like to be in a band or write and record your own music? Experience the library's first-ever teen music camp for ages 12-16 led by Music Education Specialist, Andy Rumsey!

Fri, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall,Video Studio

Come write, shoot, direct, and edit you very own movie at the Central Library Video Studio

This event is full

Memory Cafe

Fri, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.

Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners

Sat, Aug 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.

Sat, Aug 22, 11:00am - 3:00pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace

Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.

Irish Dancing

Sun, Aug 23, 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events

Experience Irish culture through traditional social dancing and music taught by the MSD Irish Dance Academy. All ages, levels, and abilities are welcome!

Mon, Aug 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Central - Video Studio

Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.