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The Changing Face of Journalism

A Dialogue Across Generations
2023-06-29 18:30:00 2023-06-29 20:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Changing Face of Journalism Join us for an engaging panel discussion with journalists Karen Dorn Steele, Samantha Wohlfeil, Tracy Simmons, Amanda Roley, Valerie Osier, Emma Epperly, & Leonard Kransdorf. Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Thursday, June 29
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-06-29 18:30:00 2023-06-29 20:00:00 America/Los_Angeles The Changing Face of Journalism Join us for an engaging panel discussion with journalists Karen Dorn Steele, Samantha Wohlfeil, Tracy Simmons, Amanda Roley, Valerie Osier, Emma Epperly, & Leonard Kransdorf. Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Central

nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall

Join us for an engaging panel discussion with journalists Karen Dorn Steele, Samantha Wohlfeil, Tracy Simmons, Amanda Roley, Valerie Osier, Emma Epperly, & Leonard Kransdorf.

This thought-provoking panel discussion explores the changing landscape of journalism. This event will feature a cross-generational lineup of journalists, each bringing a unique perspective from their distinct experiences within the field. The discussion will be moderated by Shawn Vestal of The Spokesman-Review.

Our panel includes:

  • Karen Dorn Steele, a renowned investigative journalist, known for her groundbreaking work on nuclear secrecy, for which she has won numerous national awards. She is also widely seen as a pillar in the community for her social justice advocacy.
  • Samantha Wohlfeil, a dedicated journalist at The Inlander, focusing on environmental, rural, and cultural issues. She has been recognized for her sensitive investigative reporting since joining the team in 2017.
  • Tracy Simmons, executive director of Spokane FaVS News, a non-profit digital journalism platform focusing on faith and values news. She also serves as a Scholarly Assistant Professor of Journalism at Washington State University.
  • Amanda Roley, a reporter from KREM TV news. Amanda's work has brought critical news stories to Spokane's television audience with clarity and poise
  • Valerie Osier, a journalist with RANGE Media, who discovered her passion for journalism during her community college years and currently serves as the Audience and Membership Editor at RANGE.
  • Emma Epperly, known for her timely and accurate reporting for The Spokesman-Review since arriving as an intern in 2019.
  • Leonard Kransdorf, formerly a journalist with a varied career in newspapers from Florida to North Dakota, now a library clerical assistant. His diverse journalistic experience across multiple beats adds to the wealth of perspectives on the panel.

The panelists will explore the challenges and opportunities within modern journalism, how the field has evolved, and what the future might hold for journalism in the digital age. They will share personal anecdotes, experiences, and observations that illuminate their paths in journalism and provide valuable insights to audience members.

Join us as we explore the past, present, and future of journalism!

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We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations (i.e. hearing assistance, ASL requests, or other ADA inquiries), call the library at 509-444-5308.

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Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, May 29, 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, May 29, 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.
LEGO® One Cup Challenge - For Ages 4-11 and their Families
Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
What can you make with just one cup of LEGO® bricks?
Family Art Night! - For Kids and Teens
Fri, May 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
🎨 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.
Heavy "Work"shop: Play-based Sensory Integration Activities - Presented by GLOW Early Learning Center
Fri, May 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Events Room B
Join us for an interactive play-based workshop for parents and children to learn about sensory integration and proprioceptive play by engaging in hands-on activities.
Line Dance
Sat, May 30, 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.
Spokane Zine Fest 2026
Sat, May 30, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined,nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
A one-day event celebrating zines, small press and self-published books, comics, drawings, prints, cards, and other limited edition works.
Draw and Be Drawn with Heads Up Portait Club - Spokane Zine Fest 2026
Sat, May 30, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Library - Conference Room B
Draw someone's portrait while they draw yours with Heads Up Portrait Club.
EWU Design Maker Station - Spokane Zine Fest 2026
Sat, May 30, 12:30pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - 3rd Floor, Stage
Make zines and buttons with the Design Department from Eastern Washington University. This event is part of Spokane Zine Fest, which takes place on the 3rd Floor of the Central Library from 11am-4pm.
Comic Gamez with Spokane Sequential - Spokane Zine Fest 2026
Sat, May 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Conference Room B
Comics and games with the editors of the award-winning comics zine 'Spokane Sequential.'
Self-Portrait Zines with Splat! - Spokane Zine Fest 2026
Sat, May 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - 3rd Floor, Conference Room B
Have a blast designing an autobiographical zine with members of Splat (Small Press Local Artists Together) Cooperative.
Lighting LEGO® Creations on a Budget - For LEGO® Enthusiasts Ages 8 and Up
Sat, May 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
LEGO® Expert Eddie will demonstrate how to light up a LEGO® build using low cost light strings.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, May 31, 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.
From Start to Finish: A Four Week Writing Workshop - Writing Short Stories with Ben Van Voorhis
Sun, May 31, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about the craft of writing a short story with PEN/Dau Short Story Prize winner Ben Van Voorhis in a four-week writing workshop.
Registration is now closed
Virtual Book Club with George Takei - A One Book, One Coast Event
Sun, May 31, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Virtual Event
Be part of the largest book club on the West Coast and join a powerful conversation with George Takei, author of 'They Called Us Enemy'.Register
Irish Ceili Dancing
Sun, May 31, 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!
Looking Back, Looking Forward - Finding Personal Meaning in the Jewish Immigration Story
Sun, May 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Karen Treiger tells the story of her Jewish ancestors who arrived in the Pacific Northwest between 1870 and 1914. We can see Spokane and Seattle’s histories through the eyes of Jewish merchants.
Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast
Sun, May 31, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jun 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jun 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
Cancelled
Monthly Astrology Forecast
Mon, Jun 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jun 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Jun 02, 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.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jun 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.
Summer Reading Club Kick-off Party! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us as we kick off summer here at the library with fun activities for children and teens of all ages!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jun 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.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Local Resources for Dementia
Wed, Jun 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will discuss dementia resources in the area including support groups, education for care partners, research, providers, home health care and long-term care.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Jun 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Wed, Jun 03, 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.
Cancelled
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Jun 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jun 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 Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jun 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!
An Alphabet of Peppers: How to Plant Your Own Pepper Garden - A Garden4You Presentation
Wed, Jun 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
We are planting one pepper plant for every letter of the alphabet in the Shadle Park Library Discovery Garden! We will discuss ways to grow, use, and preserve peppers and seeds!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jun 04, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Jun 04, 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, Jun 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
Spokane Pride History & Remembrance Project Opening Ceremony
Thu, Jun 04, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us for the opening of the Spokane Pride History & Remembrance Exhibit that will be up all of June at Central Library! You'll hear from speakers, enjoy live performances, and more.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Jun 05, 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.
Line Dance
Sat, Jun 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.
Best Hikes in the Spokane Area
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Celebrate National Trails Day and learn about the best local hikes within a day of Spokane! Holly from the Washington Trails Association will share details and photos of beautiful local trails.
Summer Reading Club Kick-off Party! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Sat, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us as we kick off summer here at the library with fun activities for children and teens of all ages!
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Jun 06, 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.
Weird, Wonderful, Obscure Spokane: A Walking Tour - With 'Secret Spokane' Author Adriana Janovich
Sat, Jun 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central - Central Events A
A walking tour celebrating Adriana Janovich's new book, visiting some of the strange and wondrous Spokane sites it features, starting at the Central Library and ending at Auntie's Bookstore.
From Start to Finish: A Four Week Writing Workshop - Writing Short Stories with Ben Van Voorhis
Sun, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about the craft of writing a short story with PEN/Dau Short Story Prize winner Ben Van Voorhis in a four-week writing workshop.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
Bhangra & Bollywood Dance Fitness
Sun, Jun 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park
This class combines the excitement of Bollywood with the folk of Bhangra. Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
The Struggle for Gay and Lesbian Adoption Rights - A Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau Event
Sun, Jun 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
An awe-inspiring and hope-inducing presentation about gay and lesbian adoption rights in Washington State and beyond.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jun 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Jun 09, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
STA's 2027–2032 Transit Development Plan Hybrid Open House
Tue, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us in person for a 30-minute presentation about proposed projects, share feedback on service and route improvements, and talk directly with STA’s Planning and Development team.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Breaking Out of Black & White! Printmaking with Color - With Artist-In-Residence, Sarah Louise Windisch
Tue, Jun 09, 5:00pm - 7:30pm
The Hive - Studio E
A hands-on printmaking class where you'll add a new dimension to your work with color! Experiment with colored ink and branch out into stencils, monoprinted papers, stencils, and more.
This event is full
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Line Dance
Wed, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jun 10, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jun 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jun 11, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth
Thu, Jun 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Memory Cafe
Fri, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
At a Memory Cafe, persons living with Alzheimer's or other dementias and their loved ones enjoy socializing in a relaxed setting. There is no set agenda.
Mat Pilates
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
The Hive - The Hive Events A & B
Join us for a beginner-friendly mat Pilates class focused on movement, posture, and stress relief. Bring your own mat or towel and a water bottle. No need to register, just show up!
Line Dance
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Book Club - Wahala by Nikki May
Sat, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a book discussion of "Wahala" by Nikki May.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Jun 13, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
Ekphrasis Writing Workshop - With Artists-In-Residence Christa Mattocks & Linea Jantz
Sat, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events room C
Join Christa and Linea for a writing workshop inspired by Spokane’s shrub-steppe landscape! Learn different ekphrasis writing techniques (writing from or about pieces of art).
Black Hair Expo - A Curly Godmother Event
Sun, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined
Join us for this Curly Godmother event, a celebration of self-love and pride in black hair! There will be a hair fashion show, breakout sessions, and booths.
From Start to Finish: A Four Week Writing Workshop - Writing Short Stories with Ben Van Voorhis
Sun, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about the craft of writing a short story with PEN/Dau Short Story Prize winner Ben Van Voorhis in a four-week writing workshop.
Registration is now closed
Greek Dancing
Sun, Jun 14, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn Greek dancing from Viktoria! Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Comstock Park
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Beyond the Diagnosis: Alzheimer's & Parkinson's Awareness
Mon, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Hive Events A
Join us to learn more about risk factors, characteristics, and key differences between Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. To register, call 800-272-3900.
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jun 15, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Jun 16, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Welcome to Medicare
Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Gentle Flow Yoga
Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - 5-Week Course in Ecopoetics with Hive writer, Kurtis Ebeling
Tue, Jun 16, 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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
Camp Roar & Build with Local Architects! - For Ages 10-13
Wed, Jun 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Get your hard hats & dino claws ready! During this 2-hour event, 10-13 year-olds will design and build their very own section of a dinosaur theme park! Register by 6/13 to attend. See below for more.
Hot Wheels Swap Meet - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 4-8
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Zoom to the library for a toy car swap! Kids can trade gently used diecast vehicles (any brand), explore new favorites, or enjoy car-themed tracks and activities--no trading required to join the fun!
Line Dance
Wed, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jun 17, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Jun 17, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Lobby
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Emergency Funds
Wed, Jun 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services what an emergency fund is, how much to save, and where to keep it.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Thu, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jun 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jun 18, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
World Cup Celebration - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and their Families
Thu, Jun 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Celebrate the 2026 World Cup with Spokane Velocity, 90+ Project, and the Library!
Line Dance
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Book Club - "Wahala" by Nikki May
Sat, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
For this Book Club, we will be discussing "Wahala" by Nikki May.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Jun 20, 11:00am - 3:00pm
South Hill
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Mon, Jun 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Comstock Park
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
Cancelled
Movie: Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs (PG) - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park
We'll watch the movie, do a craft, and have a snack! This movie was released in 2009 and is 94 minutes long.
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Mon, Jun 22, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jun 22, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
A beginner genealogy class open to those who are just starting out and/or for those who would like to have a refresher course on the basics of Genealogy Research
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Tue, Jun 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Jun 23, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This weekly class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!
Poetry and the More-Than-Human World - 5-Week Course in Ecopoetics with Hive writer, Kurtis Ebeling
Tue, Jun 23, 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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
Camp Roar & Build with Local Architects! - For Ages 10-13
Wed, Jun 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get your hard hats & dino claws ready! During this 2-hour event, 10-13 year-olds will design and build their very own section of a dinosaur theme park! Register by 6/13 to attend. See below for more.
Virtual Book Club - Asylum: A Memoir & Manifesto by Edafe Okporo
Wed, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
In honor of Pride Month, join us for a book discussion of Asylum: A Memoir & Manifesto by Edafe Okporo,
Paws to Read: Reading Therapy Dogs - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Read fun stories to new canine friends from Thera Paws.
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Wed, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!
Line Dance
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jun 24, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Wed, Jun 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Become a Dementia Friend through learning about dementia, meeting others dealing with the same struggles, and learning how to support people living with dementia in your community.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Preschool Fandom Storytime: Spider-Man - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Swing into the library for a super Spider-Man themed storytime! Join us for stories, movement activities, and an easy craft perfect for little superheroes. Wear your favorite Spidey shirt or costume.
Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Thu, Jun 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jun 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Thu, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jun 25, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Touch-a-Truck! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Fri, Jun 26, 9:30am - 11:30am
Hillyard Library Parking Lot
Visit a recycling truck, a water truck, and more in the Hillyard Library parking lot, courtesy of the City of Spokane and partnering agencies.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Jun 26, 10:00am - 3:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a mobile blood drive with American Red Cross! Appointments are not required, but they are encouraged.
Cancelled
LEGO® Bricks, Dinos and Volcanoes! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families
Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Indian Trail
We'll build dinosaur scenes that must include a volcano!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Fri, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Teen Summer Volunteer Information Meeting - For Middle and High Schoolers Ages 13 and Up
Fri, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Join us for this information meeting if you are interested in volunteering at the Spokane Public Library this summer!
Nerf Wars - For Middle and High Schoolers
Fri, Jun 26, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us for an after-hours Nerf Battle with other middle/high school students at the Central Library! Please fill out the waiver in the long description of this event. Registration is encouraged.
Line Dance
Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Preschool Fandom Storytime: Spider-Man - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-5
Sat, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Swing into the library for a super Spider-Man themed storytime! Join us for stories, movement activities, and an easy craft perfect for little superheroes. Wear your favorite Spidey shirt or costume.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Jun 27, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
Summer Science: Meet the Scientists! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Sat, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Drop by to learn about our Summer Science series of science events! You'll get to meet our scientists from Science Speaks Spokane!
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Irish Dancing
Sun, Jun 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Experience Irish culture through traditional social dancing and music taught by the MSD Irish Dance Academy. All ages, levels, and abilities are welcome!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Mon, Jun 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Comstock Park
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Cancelled
LEGO® Dinosaur Zoo - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families
Mon, Jun 29, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hillyard
We'll build dinosaur enclosures out of LEGO® bricks together to make a Dinosaur Zoo!
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jun 29, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Tue, Jun 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Dino Duel! with Kelly Milner Halls - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers
Tue, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Local dinosaur author Kelly Milner Halls will help us answer the question – who would win in the dino world?
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.
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.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Wed, Jul 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
Making Caregiving Less Stressful
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
We will discuss how to use a person-centered, strengths-based approach to care for someone living with dementia. We will also discuss strategies for family caregivers and create a self-care plan.
USA 250th Birthday Party! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Wed, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Let's say "Happy Birthday, USA!" with patriotic crafts, activities, and classic American games. Bring the whole family to celebrate 250 years of community, creativity, and connection.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
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.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jul 02, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jul 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Studio
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jul 02, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Mon, Jul 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Comstock Park
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Cancelled
LEGO® + Dino Wind Racers! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park
We’ll use LEGO® bricks to create wind racers that can carry a toy dinosaur when blown by a strong fan!
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jul 06, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Summer Science: Investigating Instructions - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
Mon, Jul 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Tue, Jul 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Cancelled
Dinosaur Dig! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-11 and their Families
Tue, Jul 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillyard
We'll dig up mini dinosaur skeletons and use them to create fossil impressions!
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - Study B
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Wed, Jul 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
Jurassic Play-Doh - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-8
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Come play at the library with dinosaurs and Play-Doh!
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Line Dance
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Escape Room: Unearthed Secrets - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Step into an archaeologist’s office and uncover secrets buried in time!
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Summer Science: Investigating Instructions - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
Wed, Jul 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
We'll learn how to create an experiment with some laughs along the way! Please see full description for important details.
Witches in the Woods Writing Workshop - With Maya Jewell Zeller and Sharma Shields
Thu, Jul 09, 9:00am - 10:00am
Riverside State Park - Bowl & Pitcher Kitchen Shelter
A short, fun, outdoorsy workshop at Riverside State Park. Come be inspired by writing prompts about witches and wilderness.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jul 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jul 09, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
Thu, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jul 09, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thrive Monthly - A Meet up for People Who Seek Personal Growth
Thu, Jul 09, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Thrive Monthly is a meet up designed to provide space and support for those who seek personal growth by reflection, who desire to slow down, reconnect with themselves, others, and their values.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Baby Storytime Dinosaur Stomp - A Summer Event for Babies 0-24 Months & Caregivers
Fri, Jul 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a dino‑mite baby storytime full of giggles, wiggles, and prehistoric fun!
Magic Show with Magician Frances Morgan! - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and their Families
Fri, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Get ready for mind-boggling illusions for the whole family. Don’t miss a magical afternoon where the impossible becomes possible!
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Study A
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Handpan Discovery - What is a Handpan and How do you Play it?
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join Kim West, an internationally trained handpan instructor, for an immersive, hands-on experience. Discover the joy of playing handpan music with others. No prior music experience necessary!
Caregiver and Me Dance Class with Inspirations Dance Studio - For Ages 18 Months to 3 Years and their Caregivers
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join a professional dance coach at the library for a fun dance class for the youngest of dancers and their grown-ups!
Printing with Junk (Recyclables, Scraps, and Found Objects) - With Artist-In-Residence, Sarah Louise Windisch
Sat, Jul 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Try some easy printmaking techniques using packaging and other household objects—accessible and fun for all ages!
Line Dance
Sat, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In Shadle Park Branch every second and fourth Saturday until season ends.
Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens
Sat, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!
The People’s Town Hall - A Nonpartisan Community Candidate
Sun, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
The People’s Town Hall is a nonpartisan community candidate forum focused on issues impacting Spokane residents.
The Art of the Fragmented Essay - with Lauren W. Westerfield
Sun, Jul 12, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Experiment with a fragmented-style essay that pieces together different types of non-fiction writing like dialogue, memories, scenes, and quotes, led by an award-winning writer.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Mon, Jul 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Comstock Park
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Comstock Park fireplace (601 W 29th Avenue) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jul 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join Renee for a weekly Adaptive Tai Chi class designed to support strength, mobility, balance, and inner calm. No prior experience is necessary. Come as you are. Move at your pace.
Build a Dinosaur Terrarium - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 8-14
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Create a growing terrarium with hidden dino fossils!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Jul 13, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Summer Science: Fishing for Ice - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
Mon, Jul 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Come join local scientists and learn how to fish for ice using only string and household spices! Please see full description for important details.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Come by to ask any and all video/photo questions. Learn about lighting, editing, shooting, or digitizing old footage.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Tue, Jul 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hays Park - 1812 E Providence Ave, Spokane, WA 99207 - picnic area
Grab your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at Hays Park (1812 E Providence Ave) this summer for an outdoor storytime adventure!
Cardboard Construction: Dinosaurs! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 5-11 and Caregivers
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
We'll use cardboard and all kinds of fun materials to create a dinosaur to take home!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Tue, Jul 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Dirty Soda Bar + Trivia - A Summer Reading Event for Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Think you know it all? Grab your friends and put your knowledge to the test with rounds of pop culture, music, movies, random facts, and more.
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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Chair Yoga
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs are provided.
Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Wed, Jul 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Green Space Near the West Patio
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us on the west side of Liberty Park Library for an outdoor summer storytime!
Window Murals: Dinos on Glass - A Summer Reading Event for Kids and Teens
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us to create a collaborative and community- focused dinosaur window artwork! Children and teens are invited to leave their (temporary) mark on our windows!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Line Dance
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels in a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
Encanto Dance Class & Crafts with Inspirations Dance Studio - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 4-8
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn fun dances and make crafts inspired by the Disney movie Encanto!
Welcome to Medicare
Wed, Jul 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Attend a free, unbiased presentation to learn about Medicare and the Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) program. Topics include Medicare basics, plans, and how to enroll.
Open 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.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Jul 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Jul 15, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The HIve - Lobby
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Credit & Credit Cards
Wed, Jul 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn from a financial advisor at Forge Wealth Services how credit scores work, building and improving credit, and using credit cards responsibly.
Summer Science: Fishing for Ice - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
Wed, Jul 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Come join local scientists and learn how to fish for ice using only string and household spices! Please see full description for important details.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Jul 16, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Outside the Library - Shadle Park Gazebo
Bring your picnic blankets, water bottles, and sunscreen and meet us at the Shadle Park gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Jul 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central - Central Events B
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Learn about Spokane's native crustaceans with hands-on activities!
Coding Camp: Let's Make a Game - Summer Reading Club Camp for Ages 13 & Up
Thu, Jul 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - Events A & B
Apply for Coding Camp this summer and learn how to make a video game! Application link in the long description.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Jul 16, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
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!
Line Dance
Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere.
T-Rex Tea Party Storytime - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 3-6 and their Families
Sat, Jul 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a prehistoric party perfect for little dinosaur enthusiasts who love stories, treats, and a bit of (polite!) roaring!
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm
South Hill
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners on horticultural practices best suited for our local growing conditions. In South Hill Branch every first and third Saturday until season ends.
Build with LEGO® Experts! - A Summer Reading Event for Families of All Ages
Sat, Jul 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Events A, B, & C Combined
LEGO® Experts Eddie and Asiza from Season 3 of The LEGO® Masters will encourage creativity and expression as we build together!
Weird and Wonderful Spokane: Highlights from around Our City - With 'Secret Spokane' Author Adriana Janovich
Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn the history behind some of Spokane's most bizarre and fascinating locations from Adriana Janovich, author of the newly published 'Secret Spokane: A Guide to the Weird, Wonderful, and Obscure.'
Henna Painting
Sun, Jul 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Come learn the art of henna painting, taught by Natanam Dance School owner, Devika Gates! This program is intended for older kids, teens, and adults.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Jul 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Video Studio Drop-In
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.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
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!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jul 20, 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.
Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12
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.
Video Studio Drop-In
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.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
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 Events
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.
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
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.
Chair Yoga
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.
Summer Storytime at Liberty Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
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! 🦕🦖
Line Dance
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.
Open Studio @ The Hive®
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!
Summer Science: Bouncy Balls! - A Summer Reading Event for Ages 6-18
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!
Chair Yoga
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.
Summer Storytime at Shadle Park (Outside!) - For Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
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 gazebo for an outdoor summer storytime!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
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.
Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12
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.
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!
Line Dance
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.
Plant Clinic with WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners
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.
Video Studio Drop-In
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.
Summer Storytime at Comstock Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
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!
Adaptive Tai Chi
Mon, Jul 27, 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.
Living Fossils: Crayfish Up Close - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 6-12
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.
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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.
Video Studio Drop-In
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.
Summer Storytime at Hays Park - A Summer Reading Event for Kids Ages 2-5 & Their Caregivers
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!
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