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Literature as Performance
A Spokane Writers Conference Workshop
Friday, October 27
3:15pm - 4:30pm
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2023-10-27 15:15:00
2023-10-27 16:30:00
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Literature as Performance
As part of the 7th Annual Spokane Writers Conference, this workshop will teach participants how to perform their poetry.
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Central Events AAs part of the 7th Annual Spokane Writers Conference, this workshop will teach participants how to perform their poetry.
Sarah Rooney, poet and creator of the Speak Easy open mic, will show participants how to perform your poetry. Emphasize your lyricism, rhythm, and allusions with these performance tricks to bolster your stage presence.
The Spokane Writers Conference is an annual two-day event organized by Spokane County Library District and Spokane Public Library. All workshops are free and open to the public.
By attending library programs, you are agreeing to potentially appear in photos/videos taken at our locations that may be used in promotional materials including social media.
We strive to make events welcoming for people of all abilities. To request accommodations, call the library at 509-444-5308.
Sarah Rooney is a born and raised Spokanite. She has created an open mic called Speak Easy at Bijou on the South Hill. She has performed at Emerge and Terrain in 2022 and is enrolled to get her MFA at EWU. She loves providing workshop opportunities for other local writers and creators. Her chapbook “Mother Media” will be out this winter.
AGE GROUP: | High School | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Writing Workshops | Learning & Lectures | Arts & Culture |
Central
Phone: (509) 444-5300
Hours
| Mon, Dec 04 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Tue, Dec 05 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Wed, Dec 06 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Thu, Dec 07 | 9:00AM to 7:00PM |
| Fri, Dec 08 | 9:00AM to 4:00PM |
| (Staff Event) | |
| Sat, Dec 09 | 10:00AM to 5:00PM |
| Sun, Dec 10 | 12:00PM to 4:00PM |
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Wed, Dec 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Central
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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.
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Thu, Dec 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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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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Shadle Park
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Mon, Dec 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Mon, Dec 18, 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.
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Tue, Dec 19, 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.
Tue, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Tue, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Tue, Dec 19, 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.
Tue, Dec 19, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
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Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
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Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
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Wed, Dec 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Wed, Dec 20, 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.
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Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
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Hillyard - Hillyard Events
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Thu, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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.
Thu, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
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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.
Thu, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
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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.
Thu, Dec 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
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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, Dec 21, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
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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
Canceled
Fri, Dec 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard
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The Hive - The Hive Studio E
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Wed, Dec 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
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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.
Sat, Dec 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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Sat, Dec 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Thu, Jan 04, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
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This event is full
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Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
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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
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Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
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South Hill - South Hill Events
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Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
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The generative writing group you've always wanted.
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Tue, Jan 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Tue, Jan 09, 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.
Tue, Jan 09, 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.
Tue, Jan 09, 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.
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Tue, Jan 09, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
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Wed, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Wed, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
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Wed, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Jan 10, 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.
Wed, Jan 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
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South Hill - South Hill Events
Make a silly face, draw an even sillier face!
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Wed, Jan 10, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Create your own ecosystem in a bottle!
Thu, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Thu, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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.
Thu, Jan 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.
Thu, Jan 11, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
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
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Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
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Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Create your own ecosystem in a bottle!
Thu, Jan 11, 5:30pm - 6:45pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
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Thu, Jan 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
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Thu, Jan 11, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
The Hive
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Fri, Jan 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Jan 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Study A
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Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
HOMAGO is an acronym for "Hanging Out, Messing Around, Geeking Out." Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities.
Fri, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Heat Speak celebrates the release of their new full-length record, de bouquet ok, with a live performance.
Sat, Jan 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
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Sat, Jan 13, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
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Sat, Jan 13, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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
Sat, Jan 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join Katherine from Inclusion Wellness Community for a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing, bring a mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Sat, Jan 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Dance to invigorating music and learn some new moves from a real K-Pop star!
Mon, Jan 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project!
Tue, Jan 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Tue, Jan 16, 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.
Tue, Jan 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.
Tue, Jan 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.
Tue, Jan 16, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Central - Central Events A
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Wed, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Wed, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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, Jan 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Wed, Jan 17, 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.
Wed, Jan 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Wed, Jan 17, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and/or tour the building.
Wed, Jan 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Create your own ecosystem in a bottle!
Thu, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Thu, Jan 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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.
Thu, Jan 18, 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.
Thu, Jan 18, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thu, Jan 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Learn different ways to be a copycat!
Thu, Jan 18, 4:45pm - 7:15pm
The Hive - Studio E
Make parchment bookmarks using medieval techniques and materials with Artist-In-Residence at The Hive®, Hannah Charlton!
Thu, Jan 18, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Create your own ecosystem in a bottle!
Thu, Jan 18, 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
"Late night" comedy and interviews from local awesomeness!
Fri, Jan 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Jan 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
HOMAGO is an acronym for "Hanging Out, Messing Around, Geeking Out." Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities.
Fri, Jan 19, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
South Hill - Virtual Events 4
Escape the gloomy January days by painting a colorful vintage bus in watercolor.
Sat, Jan 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Join us for a book discussion of "The Lincoln Highway" by Amor Towles.
Sat, Jan 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us to learn about photography basics with local photographer Mike Midkiff.
Sat, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Sauerkraut may be the most known fermented vegetable, but you can ferment so many more! Learn how to choose and ferment vegetables in this workshop with Randy Baker from Bellwether Brewing.
Sat, Jan 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hive
Discover block printing with Artist-In-Residence, Erica Schisler as she guides you through how to carve designs on rubber blocks and make unique prints on paper.
Sat, Jan 20, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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
Sat, Jan 20, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us in learning about and playing chess!
Sat, Jan 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Dance to invigorating music and learn some new moves from a real K-Pop star!
Sat, Jan 20, 7:00pm - 10:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Thin Air Radio presents ~ The KYRS Winter Concert Series featuring Atari Ferrari, Mama Llama, and Light in Mirrors.
Sun, Jan 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
This class combines the excitement of Bollywood with the folk of Bhangra. Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Mon, Jan 22, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined
Social service resources and Community Court are open to the public Mondays starting at 10am. Please arrive early to utilize full partner resources.
Mon, Jan 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project!
Mon, Jan 22, 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.
Mon, Jan 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Ever wondered about the stories your walls could tell? Spokane Public Library's Archivist will help you research your house's history.
Tue, Jan 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Tue, Jan 23, 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.
Tue, Jan 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.
Tue, Jan 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.
Tue, Jan 23, 12:00pm - 12:50pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Larissa Zens from Eclipse Power Yoga for a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat. Yoga blocks can be useful for this exercise, if desired.
Tue, Jan 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Bring your children and their creativity to a makerspace environment where they can explore their interests using the tools and materials provided.
Tue, Jan 23, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined
Sharma Shields will discuss the craft of writing novels with celebrated Northwest authors Sonora Jha and Jess Walter.
Wed, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Wed, Jan 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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, Jan 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.
Wed, Jan 24, 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.
Wed, Jan 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of Yoga Bitch: One Woman's Quest To Conquer Skepticism Cynicism And Cigarettes On The Path To Enlightenment by Suzanne Morrison.
Wed, Jan 24, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Central
Visit the Video Studio on the 3rd floor of Central Library to get a free headshot to share on your LinkedIn or for upcoming interviews or auditions.
Wed, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other teens and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Wed, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Bring your children and their creativity to a makerspace environment where they can explore their interests using the tools and materials provided.
Wed, Jan 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn different ways to be a copycat!
Wed, Jan 24, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and/or tour the building.
Wed, Jan 24, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Wed, Jan 24, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about Spokane's winter wildlife with fun activities!
Thu, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Thu, Jan 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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.
Thu, Jan 25, 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.
Thu, Jan 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Central Conference Room B & Lounge
A drop-in session for local creatives to ask Sharma writing-related questions.
Thu, Jan 25, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thu, Jan 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Combine mindfulness and doodling in this fun and soothing drawing class.
Fri, Jan 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Jan 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted.
Fri, Jan 26, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Central - Central Study A
Learn the basics of songwriting. With a basic foundation and a few simple tips, you can start writing today.
Registration opens Friday, December 22 2023 at 9:00am
Fri, Jan 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
HOMAGO is an acronym for "Hanging Out, Messing Around, Geeking Out." Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities.
Fri, Jan 26, 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Make a silly face, draw an even sillier face!
Sat, Jan 27, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Central Conference Room A
Get connected to the tools, resources, and expertise you need to move your business ideas forward. This event will be led by Business Librarian, Mark Pond.
Sat, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Bring your children and their creativity to a makerspace environment where they can explore their interests using the tools and materials provided.
Sat, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come make a snow-themed mason jar lantern with us! Supplies are provided.
Sat, Jan 27, 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Stretching is the elixir of good health. It is easy to do and you can do it anywhere, without expensive gear. Start your new year right with this stretching class taught by pros!
Sat, Jan 27, 1:00pm - 2:15pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Have you always wanted to make your own yogurt but don't know how? Learn from Randy Baker, head brewer at Bellwether Brewing Company! This is part of our series on food fermentation.
Sat, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
On Holocaust Remembrance Day, watch a life-affirming documentary that celebrates the remarkable life of Ella Blumenthal, one of the oldest living survivors of the Holocaust.
Sat, Jan 27, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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
Sat, Jan 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Dance to invigorating music and learn some new moves from a real K-Pop star!
Sun, Jan 28, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Zentangle instructor, Mary Lindeblad, will teach us how to create beautiful images! No experience necessary. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required.
Mon, Jan 29, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined
Social service resources and Community Court are open to the public Mondays starting at 10am. Please arrive early to utilize full partner resources.
Mon, Jan 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project!
Mon, Jan 29, 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.
Tue, Jan 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Tue, Jan 30, 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.
Tue, Jan 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.
Tue, Jan 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.
Wed, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Wed, Jan 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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, Jan 31, 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, Jan 31, 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.
Wed, Jan 31, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Enjoy snacks and play a variety of local multiplayer video games.
Wed, Jan 31, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and/or tour the building.
Wed, Jan 31, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
An evening discussing editing, publishing, and more with "Pact & Pattern" author J.T. Greathouse.
Thu, Feb 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Thu, Feb 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard 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.
Thu, Feb 01, 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.
Thu, Feb 01, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Study Area
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Thu, Feb 01, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Thu, Feb 01, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Central - nx?yx?yetk? Hall
Join us in watching the student representatives from regional schools as they perform poetry and compete to advance to the state competition in March!
Fri, Feb 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Fri, Feb 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Study Area by Nonfiction Shelves
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Fri, Feb 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
HOMAGO is an acronym for "Hanging Out, Messing Around, Geeking Out." Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities.
Sat, Feb 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn how to make kimchi without processed sugar or fish sauce with Community Educator, Juan Juan! She'll also teach you a few easy ways to use your homemade kimchi.
Sat, Feb 03, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
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
Sat, Feb 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join Katherine from Inclusion Wellness Community for a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing, bring a mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Sat, Feb 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Dance to invigorating music and learn some new moves from a real K-Pop star!
Sun, Feb 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will be leading us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Mon, Feb 05, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Central - Central Events A & B Combined
Social service resources and Community Court are open to the public Mondays starting at 10am. Please arrive early to utilize full partner resources.
Mon, Feb 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project!
Mon, Feb 05, 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.
Mon, Feb 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Learn about The Fig Tree's history and mission, media literacy, the importance of nonprofit, independent media in a civil society, and the Resource Directory as a self-help tool.
Tue, Feb 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty 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.
Tue, Feb 06, 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.
Tue, Feb 06, 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.
Tue, Feb 06, 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.
Tue, Feb 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - Study Area
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.