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.
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® fans are invited to build and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should bring a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: creativity and engineering design skills.
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.
Namibia, Botswana, and South Africa boast some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing experiences in the world. Cecilia McGowan will transport you to this stunning landscape throughout this event!
What is the best practice to attract birds to your backyard? How can you help our feathered friends thrive? Alan McCoy of Spokane Audubon Society offers guidelines for your backyard bird habitat.
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.
We'll explore how and what astronauts eat with a taste test! Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: curiosity and analysis.
Every employer in Washington State is required to create a written Accident Prevention Program (APP) to address the safety and health hazards found in their workplace.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Prepare for deep relaxation through sound healing, a practice thousands of years old! Please bring a mat or blanket to rest on and a pillow. For ages 18 and older.
Discover the art of dry collage in this hands-on workshop with Hive Artist-In-Residence, Meghan Dragon. You will be inspired by local wildlife, as well as your own connections to the natural world.
Join us for a screening of "We Want the Funk," a dynamic journey through funk music history! After the screening, stick around for a live funk concert by Spokane's own L.O.S. (Left Over Soul).
Practical tips on attracting bees, butterflies, birds, bats, and beetles to your landscape. Learn how to create a biodiverse space that is beneficial to both wildlife and your garden!
Connect with vital resources for individuals with developmental disabilities, including DVR, DDA, and employment agencies, to plan for future transitions and access essential support services.
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
A 90-minute exploration of StartUp Spokane's business resources toolbox with Mark Pond and up to four other business owners, business enthusiasts, or entrepreneurs.
Buy books for as low as $1 at the annual Friends of the Library Book Sale! Get a first look at the selection on April 24 during the member presale. Not a member, become one at the door!
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Beauty & Pain.
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.
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.
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity! Families with kids and teens, come explore your artistic side as we paint, draw, and create in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
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.
Our annual spring plant swap will feature hundreds of free plant starts and saplings ready to plant! Bring your excess to swap or simply come to get a few at our biggest spring garden event!
Enjoy free, live music featuring Whack-A-Mole! A six-piece band fronted by American Idol finalist Amanda Dunn and Eternal Jones, a dynamic rock and blues band.
Learn how to Belly Dance with our Bhangra/Bollywood dance teacher Sue! Wear workout clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
We'll explore how and what astronauts eat with a taste test! Children under 9 should be accompanied by a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: curiosity and analysis.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Join the fun at Drawing Party! Enjoy drawing games, creative prompts, and a variety of tools to explore your artistic side. Perfect for kids ready to get creative and have a blast!
Learn how to forage in your backyard for edible weeds and get tips on how to prepare them! You may end up with a new appreciation for the plants that were previously a nuisance!
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.
Master the basics of efficient lawn care, from plant function to irrigation best practices. Learn how to water wisely while keeping your lawn lush and healthy.
Business Brew is a simple idea - just coffee with a business expert. Business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time answers and feedback.
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.
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® fans are invited to build and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should bring a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: creativity and engineering design skills.
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.
This event is open to middle and high school students. Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities in the Teen Space at the Central Library.
Caregivers will learn what cancer patients and their families are up against and how to be a support and resource for them in their survivorship journey.
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
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 affects you personally.
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.
We’ll learn about the science of wind spinners and make one for our gardens! This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: engineering and fine motor skills.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
While most people who have dementia have Alzheimer’s Disease, there are many other types. We will talk about vascular dementia, dementia with Lewy Bodies and frontotemporal dementia.
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.
Ready to paint an underwater scene using watercolor paints? Join us for this step-by-step watercolor painting lesson where young artists learn and practice different techniques!
The choices of tasty peppers to plant in the garden are endless. Find out more about the world of peppers, especially the ones fit for our regional gardens, in this presentation by Garden4You!
Dayton Literary Peace Prize recipient and Pulitzer-Prize winning author Viet Thanh Nguyen is ACL Spokane's keynote speaker for Asian American Heritage Month. Register
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.
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.
We'll read the picture book, "The Curious Why" by Angela DiTerlizzi, and practice being curious! This event helps kids practice the STEM skill of curiosity.
LEGO® fans are invited to build and tinker together with LEGO®. Children under 9 should bring a caregiver. This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: creativity and engineering design skills.
Learn to draw expressive faces with confidence! Explore proportions, features, and shading techniques to bring your portraits to life in this fun and hands-on class.
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
We’ll learn about the science of wind spinners and make one for our gardens! This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: engineering and fine motor skills.
Learn how to compost in your own backyard and turn your kitchen and yard waste into fertilizer—presented by the City of Spokane Master Composter/Recyclers.
Ricky the Rock has a hard time rolling like the other rocks on his beach. Can we help him? This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: problem solving, observation and measurement.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Ready to paint an underwater scene using watercolor paints? Join us for this step-by-step watercolor painting lesson where young artists learn and practice different techniques!
The team at the Klamath Bird Observatory from Oregon will explain the science and role of birds as indicators that help inform natural resource management and nurture an environmental ethic.
Learn about whole-person healthcare including mental health services provided within integrated primary care settings. This is the first in a three-part series taught by Dr. Bill O'Connell from UW.
How much fertilizer does your lawn actually need? Learn about soil health, responsible chemical use, and strategies to keep your turf strong with minimal inputs.
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.
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.
Hands can be tricky, but we've got you covered! Learn how to break them down into simple shapes, capture movement, and draw hands with confidence in this fun and hands-on class.
A Humanities WA Speakers Bureau Event with award-winning writer Putsata Reang, author of 'Ma and Me.' Brought to you by Spokane Public Library and Asians for Collective Liberation.
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Jack of Growing Neighbors discusses the economic and ecological benefits of pallets to build raised beds, including where to find them, what types of pallets are best, and how to disassemble them.
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
“Shou Sugi Ban” originated in Japan in the 18th century. Jack Dailey of Growing Neighbors will demonstrate this simple method to preserve wood by charring with a propane torch.
A poetry workshop that introduces a "simple cure for writer's block" through a series of delightful and surprising prompts. This event is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
Generate poetry from photographs in this writing workshop led by one of Spokane's most lauded poets. This workshop is part of the Inland Northwest Poetry Salon.
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.
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.
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.
Ricky the Rock has a hard time rolling like the other rocks on his beach. Can we help him? This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: problem solving, observation, and measurement.
Join us for the Firearm Violence Prevention Conference focusing on community resilience through collaborative firearm violence prevention strategiesRegister
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Discuss common signs of mental illness and steps individuals or caregivers may take to find help with diagnosis and treatment. This is the second in a 3-part series taught by Dr. O'Connell from UW.
Looking to reduce or replace your lawn? Explore drought-resistant ground covers, native plants, and creative landscape designs that save water while keeping your yard beautiful and functional.
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.
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.
This event is open to middle and high school students. Join us after school for snacks and a bunch of different drop-in activities in the Teen Space at the Central Library.
Get your figures in proportion! Learn how to break down the human body into simple shapes, map out realistic poses, and master the basics of figure- drawing in this fun and hands-on class.
The Lullaby Project offers parents a creative opportunity to communicate feelings, hopes, and dreams through song. Come listen to the songs they've created, performed by professional musicians!
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Ricky the Rock has a hard time rolling like the other rocks on his beach. Can we help him? This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: problem solving, observation, and measurement.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Artistry.
Join us for a Vinyasa yoga practice for every skill level. This flow will be faster, so be prepared to sweat! Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel.
Learn about the many pathways to entering the mental and behavioral health professions. This is the second class in a 3-part series taught by Dr. O'Connell from UW.
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.
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
We’ll learn about the science of wind spinners and make one for our gardens! This event helps kids practice these STEM skills: engineering and fine motor skills.
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
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.
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 affects you personally.
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.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
We will discuss dementia resources in the area including support groups, education for care partners, research, providers, home health care and long-term care.
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.
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.
Gonzaga professor Avery Dame-Griff explores how members of early digital LGBTQ+ communities used computers to explore their identity, find love, and get resources for people living with AIDS.
Business Brew is a simple idea - just coffee with a business expert. Business owners and entrepreneurs can ask questions and get real-time answers and feedback.
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.
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
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.
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.
Join Katherine from Inclusion Wellness Community for a gentle lunchtime yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and use a mat or towel.
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.
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Award-winning author Peter Bacho will discuss the art of writing a memoir. This presentation is given in partnership with Asians for Collective Liberation.
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.
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Get advice from WSU Spokane County Master Gardeners about plant selection, maintenance, environmentally friendly practices, pest management, effective landscaping practices & more!
A Children's Business Fair is an event that provides a platform for children to showcase their entrepreneurial skills. This exciting FREE event is an opportunity for kids ages 6-14.
Learn how to make birdhouses with the Spokane Audubon Society! You'll find out which houses will attract which birds to your backyard sanctuary. One lucky winner will take home the birdhouse we make!
Learn all about Washington State's native Mason bee and Mason beekeeping from Pat Munts, local gardening expert and long-time Spokesman-Review garden columnist, and enjoy building bee houses!
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.
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.
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.
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.