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Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Poetry for Everyone - With Sarah Rooney
Tue, Oct 21, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Cancelled
Dog Man Party! - For Ages 5-11 and their Caregivers
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park
Celebrate Dog Man with STEM-related activities! Wear Dog Man gear if you've got it! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Oct 21, 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.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Oct 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Oct 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.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Demystifying Death: Legal Requirements and Final Planning
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
The logistics of planning—advance directives, wills, power of attorney, and end-of-life wishes. We’ll demystify the paperwork and talk openly about how to communicate your values and choices.
Jumpstart Your Young Adult or Middle Grade Novel - A Writing Workshop with Stephanie Oakes
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Registration is now closed
Kid Art Club: Build-a-Monster Box - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Do you want to make a monster? Join us as we transform ordinary boxes into one-of-a-kind monsters that'll give anyone a fright!
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Oct 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!
Cancelled
A Community Practice: Fear & Doubt - Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Wed, Oct 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Fear & Doubt.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 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.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Oct 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 23, 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
Creatures of the Night: Nocturnal Neighbors - For Kids of All Ages
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Spokane Is Reading Presents Tananarive Due - 'The Reformatory' is Spokane Is Reading's 2025 Selection
Thu, Oct 23, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Central - Central Conference Room B & Lounge,nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Spokane Is Reading will host a virtual talk with author Tananarive Due about her award-winning horror novel The Reformatory. Join us for a live watch party!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Cancelled
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Oct 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
LEGO® Challenge: Monsters that Move - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Can you make a monster that moves with LEGO®? Caregivers should attend to assist.
Artist Playground: Paper Try-Outs - For Kids Ages 5 - 18
Fri, Oct 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Test out different types of papers with paints, markers, pastels, and more!
Nerf War in the Upside Down - For Middle and High Schoolers
Fri, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Join us for a Nerf Battle in the Upside Down. This is a non-scary, Stranger Things-themed Nerf War for middle/high school students.
33 Artists Market @ The Hive® - Artist Show & Market
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 4:00pm
The Hive
The best kind of holiday gift is a local one! Check out this local art market featuring jewelry, original paintings, prints, clothing, book arts, & more.
Inland Northwest Book Arts Society (INWBAS) Meet-up - A gathering of people interested in the art of making books
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Liberty Park Library - Study Room A
INWBAS meets monthly to practice and learn different aspects of book arts. Their meetings are free and open to the public.
Kids' National Chemistry Week Celebration - The Hidden Life of Spices
Sat, Oct 25, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Children's Area: 2nd Floor
Join the fun with a variety of fun activities!
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Oct 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. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
WSU Fall Health Fair
Sat, Oct 25, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Marketplace
Join us for our annual fall health fair! This free event helps connect you with valuable health care information and explore resources and tools to support your well-being!
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0-24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Oct 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Oct 27, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Creatures of the Night: Nocturnal Neighbors - For Kids of All Ages
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Genealogy Help: Drop-In!
Wed, Oct 29, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Get help from Eastern Washington Genealogical Society (EWGS) volunteers in the Inland Northwest Special Collections room on the 3rd floor of Central Library.
Virtual Book Club - The Reformatory by Tananarive Due
Wed, Oct 29, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of The Reformatory by Tananarive Due.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Open Mic at the Library - Come Be Heard!
Wed, Oct 29, 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.
Living Fully, Dying Consciously - Demystifying Death Series
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
How does facing death help us live more fully? We’ll explore practices of presence, purpose, legacy, and love—and what it means to die with awareness and grace.
Jumpstart Your Young Adult or Middle Grade Novel - A Writing Workshop with Stephanie Oakes
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Registration is now closed
Tween Art Lab: Paper Mâché Creatures - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a messy time as we use paper mâché to create and sculpture creatures, beasts, or monsters of our own creation!
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Mobius Shark Tank!
Thu, Oct 30, 9:00am - 11:00am
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
TCS Juniors and Seniors pitch their proposal for new physics-based exhibits to the staff of the Mobius Discovery Center! Which students can sell their idea and see it adopted into the Mobius lineup!?
Chair Yoga
Thu, Oct 30, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Oct 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Oct 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Central Events B
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Oct 30, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Creatures of the Night: Nocturnal Neighbors - For Kids of All Ages
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Explore the moonlit world of nocturnal creatures with hands-on activities!
Intro to Co-ops & the Worker Co-op Model
Thu, Oct 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Discover how worker cooperatives can provide a solution for business succession!
Cancelled
Design a Room in Hotel Transylvania - For Children Ages 9 -12 and their Caregivers
Thu, Oct 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Shadle Park
Each child will design a room inspired by the Hotel Transylvania movie using recycled materials & more. Caregivers should attend to assist. Registration required. One registration per 9–12-year-old.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Oct 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Oct 31, 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.
KYRS Halloween Concert
Fri, Oct 31, 7:00pm - 11:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Featuring Atomic Jive Band and Laketown Sound
A Tribute to American Soldiers During Vietnam War - Opening Day for the Month-long Gallery Display
Sat, Nov 01, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Shadle Park
In honor of Veterans Day, the Vietnamese American Senior Association has produced a tribute to American soldiers during the Vietnam War. On Display at Shadle's gallery throughout the month.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Teen Art Studio: "Five Nights at Freddy's" Watch & Draw - For Teens Ages 13 - 18
Sat, Nov 01, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Spooky season may be over, but let's have a screaming good time and watch "Five Nights at Freddy's"!
'The Serious World' Book Launch Featuring Laura Read - with Special Guest Kathleen Flenniken
Sat, Nov 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Award-winning poet Laura Read will read poems from her latest collection, 'The Serious World.' WA State Poet Laureate alumna Kathleen Flenniken will join her. Auntie's Bookstore will sell books.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 03, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Rainy Day Explorers - For Kids of All Ages
Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Dementia Emergency Situations
Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will cover the correct level of care, organizations that provide emergency support, preparing for an emergency and dealing with a care partner’s emergency.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Wed, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Jumpstart Your Young Adult or Middle Grade Novel - A Writing Workshop with Stephanie Oakes
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
YALSA award-winning author Stephanie Oakes guides participants in a four-week novel-writing workshop devoted to novels for youth and young adults.
Registration is now closed
Open Studio @ The Hive®
Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive
Stop by The Hive to see what our Artists-In-Residence are up to and tour the building!
Mend-It Cafe: Sew it, Don't Throw it! - Build Community, Reduce Textile Waste, Repair Your Clothes
Wed, Nov 05, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - Studio E
Choose REPAIR & REPURPOSE over replace! Help grow the repair economy in Spokane. We'll fix your torn jeans, fallen hem, broken zipper and more!
Kid Art Club: Glowing Jellyfish Sculptures! - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Nov 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Let's make magical jellyfish sculptures under blacklights for a fun making experience!
Monthly Astrology Forecast
Wed, Nov 05, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 06, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Nov 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 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
Rainy Day Explorers - For Kids of All Ages
Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Nov 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Book Club - Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevan
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a book discussion of "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevan.
Saturday Family Storytime: Favorites by Mo Willems! - For Families & Kids Ages 3-8
Sat, Nov 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Does your family love the Pigeon and Elephant & Piggie as much as we do? If so, you won't want to miss this special Mo-Vember storytime featuring some favorite books and themed activities!
Native American Beginner Beadwork Workshop
Sat, Nov 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Learn the art of beadwork and create your own earrings or necklace! Taught by Cheyanna Vielle, a proud member of the Blackfeet Tribe of Browning, Montana. All materials provided.
Little Artists: Painting Bonanza - For Kids Ages 2 - 6
Sat, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Toddlers and preschoolers can get messy with this painting event where we will explore different ways to paint!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Sun, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Certified yoga teacher Renee will lead a gentle yoga practice with a brief guided imagery at the end. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat or towel.
Greek Dancing
Sun, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central - Central Events B
Learn Greek dancing from Viktoria! Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Egyptian Belly Dance
Sun, Nov 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park 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.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0-24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 10, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body
Mon, Nov 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
An Alzheimer's Association program about identifying how certain behaviors affect our brains and bodies and strategies for healthy decision-making.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 10, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Rainy Day Explorers - For Kids of All Ages
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Gentle Flow Yoga
Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Certified yoga teacher Dacia will lead a gentle yoga practice for every skill level. Wear loose clothing and bring a mat.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Line Dance
Wed, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
The Sacred Journey of Grief
Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
In this reflective workshop, we’ll explore grief as a sacred process, one that invites us to slow down, honor what has been lost, and listen deeply to what remains.
Tween Art Lab: Painting Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Nov 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
What's that glowing on the forest floor? Your very own wooden mushroom sculpture that you get to create with glow-in-the-dark paint to mimic bioluminescence in nature!
Moths and Their Role in the Ecosystem - A Spokane Audubon Society Presentation
Wed, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
With over 160,000 species worldwide, moths are among the most diverse and ecologically important organisms on Earth. Learn all about these nocturnal pollinators in this SAS presentation.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 13, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Nov 13, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Nov 13, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Illuminations: Naturalists & Botanicals with Jack Nisbet - Highlights from the Special Collections
Thu, Nov 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Drop in and enjoy rare treasures from Central Library's special collections. This month's theme is "Naturalists & Botanicals." David Douglas's biographer Jack Nisbet will be here for the discussion.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 13, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Rainy Day Explorers - For Kids of All Ages
Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Learn about the role of rain in our ecosystem with hands-on activities!
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
LEGO® Challenge: Dinosaur Build - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Nov 14, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
In honor of Dinovember, we'll build dinosaurs and dino habitats in today's LEGO® challenge! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Family Art Night! - For Kids and Teens
Fri, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a fun-filled evening of creativity! Families with kids and teens, come explore your artistic side as we freely paint, draw, and create in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Getting Started on Your Novel - A Writing Workshop with Shawn Vestal
Sat, Nov 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Shawn Vestal, a novelist who has won the WA State Book Award in Fiction, offers a workshop on how to dive in and begin a novel. This workshop is part of 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
Freeing Your Characters - A Writing Workshop with Alexandra Teague
Sat, Nov 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
Award-winning writer and University of Idaho professor Alexandra Teague discusses the art of liberating characters on the page. This is a 'Novel Day' event.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Book Club - Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevan
Sat, Nov 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Join us for a book discussion of "Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow" by Gabrielle Zevan.
Drafts, Doubts, Discoveries: Novels from Start to Finish - With Authors Sonora Jha, Chelsea Martin, & Tara Karr Roberts
Sat, Nov 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Three celebrated Northwest novelists discuss the joys and pitfalls of the novel-writing process. This panel is part of the first annual 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
Holiday Wine Pairing
Sat, Nov 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Huckleberry's Natural Market - 926 S Monroe St
Learn from the sommelier at Huckleberry's Natural Market on pairing wines with different foods. From cheese to desserts to holiday entertaining, we will cover them all! Please meet at Huckleberry's.
Settings 101: The Art of Writing and Researching Place - With Rebekah Anderson, Chris Bieker, and Carla Crujido
Sat, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Three Northwest writers discuss the process of writing novels set in the Inland Northwest. This panel is part of the first annual 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
Strategies for Editing a Novel with Kris Dinnison - A 'Novel Day' Writing Workshop
Sat, Nov 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
A workshop to help with editing the first draft of a novel, led by the author of 'You & Me & Him.' This event is part of the first annual 'Novel Day' at the Liberty Park Library.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 17, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Mon, Nov 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Become a Dementia Friend through learning about dementia, meeting others dealing with the same struggles, and learning how to support people living with dementia in your community.
Mat Pilates
Mon, Nov 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
The session will include a gentle warm-up, guided mat-based exercises that focus on core strength, posture, flexibility, and balance, followed by a cool-down and stretching period. Bring your own mat.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Monthly Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Nov 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Poetry for Everyone - With Sarah Rooney
Tue, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
A friendly, accessible poetry workshop for everyone and anyone.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch... - A Monthly Get-Together of Creative People
Wed, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 7:00pm
The Hive - The Hive Studio E
Bring your current project and spend time creating in company with others at The Hive®.
Kid Art Club: Glowing Jellyfish Sculptures! - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Let's make magical jellyfish sculptures under blacklights for a fun making experience!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Nov 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 1:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events C
Led by Lynda Keenan, a seasoned expert with a background in Biology from EWU, this workshop caters to those fascinated by genetic DNA and interested in tracing their heritage through DNA matching.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Nov 20, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 20, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Cancelled
A Community Practice: Rest & Gratitude - Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Thu, Nov 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Rest & Gratitude.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
LEGO® Challenge: Dinosaur Build - For Ages 4-11 and their Caregivers
Fri, Nov 21, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
In honor of Dinovember, we'll build dinosaurs and dino habitats in today's LEGO® challenge! Caregivers should attend to assist.
Inland Northwest Book Arts Society (INWBAS) Meet-up - A gathering of people interested in the art of making books
Sat, Nov 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hive - Studio E
INWBAS meets monthly to practice and learn different aspects of book arts. Their meetings are free and open to the public.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Write & Research in the Inland Northwest Special Collections - A Historical Fiction Writing Workshop with Sharma Shields
Sat, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
A generative writing workshop involving research tools and writing prompts culled from the library's special collections.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Nov 24, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Nov 24, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Virtual Reality - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play virtual reality games and enjoy snacks with other middle and high school students. We have four Oculus Quest 2's. Come try them out!
Cancelled
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Nov 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Line Dance
Wed, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Nov 27, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Nov 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 01, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Dec 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 01, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Monthly Astrology Forecast
Mon, Dec 01, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the energy effects you personally.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Tue, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
South Hill
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Dementia and Falls
Wed, Dec 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
We will discuss ways to prevent falls and strategies to decrease the risk of falling.
Virtual Book Club - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Wed, Dec 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central - Virtual Events 6
Join us for a book discussion of The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance
Wed, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Cozy Hangout - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Participate in a cozy activity and enjoy hot drinks and cookies. Possible activities include diamond art, cross stitch, Perler beads, and more.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Dec 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Tween Art Lab: Painting Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Dec 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
What's that glowing on the forest floor? Your very own wooden mushroom sculpture that you get to create with glow-in-the-dark paint to mimic bioluminescence in nature!
Charity Fraud and How to Avoid It
Wed, Dec 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Learn about common types of charity scams and how to avoid them. Be more confident that the money you donate is being put to the use you intended it for.
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 04, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - Central Events B
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Thu, Dec 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Dec 04, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Dec 05, 10:00am - 12:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Tech Talk - Free Help with Computers, Phones, & More
Fri, Dec 05, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Study A
Come ask technology related questions for tech devices. This is an open-style sit down Q & A for basic questions about computers, mobile devices, or our digital services.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Houseplant Swap!
Sat, Dec 06, 11:00am - 1:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Have too many houseplants or perhaps not enough? Let's share, swap, and spread some houseplant love and joy!
Music at the Library
Sat, Dec 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
South Hill
While you enjoy our houseplant swap in the lobby, enjoy some music by "Geriatric Prodigies", a duet of guitar and vocals, right in the lobby at the library!
K-pop Dancing
Sat, Dec 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for some great fun dancing to K-pop music! Suitable for all ages and whole families.
Indian Kundan Jewelry Making
Sun, Dec 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Need a last-minute holiday gift? Devika Gates will teach us how to make beautiful Indian Kundan Jewelry! Supplies are provided. Registration is required.
Authentic Indian Yoga
Sun, Dec 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Instructor Devika Gates will lead us in an authentic Indian Yoga practice. Wear loose clothing, bring a yoga mat, and come prepared for gentle exercise.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0-24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Mon, Dec 08, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for a mobile blood drive with American Red Cross! Appointments are not required, but they are encouraged.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 08, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Monthly Mindfulness Practice
Tue, Dec 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Mindfulness is a useful skill for the management of stress and anxiety. This class will help you develop the skill through lecture, mindfulness practice, and discussion.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Line Dance
Wed, Dec 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Game On - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Play a variety of local multiplayer video games with other middle and high school students.
Kid Art Club: Glowing Jellyfish Sculptures! - For Kids Ages 6 - 9
Wed, Dec 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Studio
Let's make magical jellyfish sculptures under blacklights for a fun making experience!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 11, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Dec 11, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Dec 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.
Youth Self-Care Summit - Presented by the YWCA
Sat, Dec 13, 10:00am - 4:00pm
The Hive - Event Rooms A, B, and C
Join us for workshops that will equip youth with strategies for self-care and community care.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Greek Dancing
Sun, Dec 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central - Central Events B
Learn Greek dancing from Viktoria! Wear loose clothing and come for a fun and invigorating dance. No experience necessary.
Yarn Gnome Ornaments
Sun, Dec 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Yarn gnome ornaments are really simple and fun to make. Customize an ornament to take home with you!
Video Studio Drop-In
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Baby Storytime Play & Learn - For Babies 0 - 24 Months & Their Caregivers
Mon, Dec 15, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Babies from birth to two years bond with their favorite adult while enjoying short stories, songs, bounces, and play time.
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 2 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Mon, Dec 15, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Dementia Basics and Community Support
Mon, Dec 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Studio
Become a Dementia Friend through learning about dementia, meeting others dealing with the same struggles, and learning how to support people living with dementia in your community.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Video Studio Drop-In
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Central - Video Studio
Drop in for any video questions or help with a project.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Tue, Dec 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Tue, Dec 16, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Hill - South Hill Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Tue, Dec 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Join us for our monthly Board of Trustees meeting, held the third Tuesday of each month.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Chair Yoga
Wed, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Join certified yoga teacher Renee for a chair yoga practice on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Line Dance
Wed, Dec 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Indian Trail - Indian Trail Events
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
Anime Club - For Middle and High Schoolers
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Come watch anime at the library with other middle and high school students and participate in an anime or Japanese culture-related craft or activity.
Open Mic at the Library! - Share Your Music or Poetry
Wed, Dec 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
An all-ages open mic night for people looking for a place to perform and experience the joys of creative community.
Tween Art Lab: Painting Glow-in-the-Dark Mushrooms - For Kids Ages 9 - 13
Wed, Dec 17, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
What's that glowing on the forest floor? Your very own wooden mushroom sculpture that you get to create with glow-in-the-dark paint to mimic bioluminescence in nature!
Chair Yoga
Thu, Dec 18, 9:30am - 10:30am
South Hill - South Hill Events
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Open to all levels of ability. Bring a water bottle. Chairs and blocks are provided.
Toddler Storytime Play & Learn - For Kids 18 months - 3 years
Thu, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Events
Get ready for an active program filled with short books, rhymes, dancing, and fun designed especially for toddlers and storytime newcomers!
Genealogy Detectives - An Eastern Washington Genealogical Society Event
Thu, Dec 18, 10:00am - 1:30pm
The Hive - The Hive Events C
Led by Lynda Keenan, a seasoned expert with a background in Biology from EWU, this workshop caters to those fascinated by genetic DNA and interested in tracing their heritage through DNA matching.
Kindergarten Countdown Storytime - For Kids Ages 4-5
Thu, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Hillyard - Hillyard Events
Join us for a storytime program that will give your little learner the boost they need to get ready for kindergarten!
Coffee & Conversation - A Community Event
Thu, Dec 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Central - nxʷyxʷyetkʷ Hall
Coffee & Conversation is an ongoing community engagement program that provides a space for open dialogue on topics that unite us, rather than divide us.
From the Vault: A Rare Books Poetry Project - Local Writers Respond to the Library's Special Collections
Thu, Dec 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central - Inland Northwest Special Collection
Local poets and writers will share their original short works based on rare books from the Spokane Public Library's special collections, which are kept in a climate-controlled room called "the vault."
Dungeons and Dragons: Table 1 - For Middle and High Schoolers
Thu, Dec 18, 3:15pm - 5:45pm
Shadle Park - Shadle Park Classroom
Play an in-person game of Dungeons and Dragons with other middle and high schoolers in the Spokane area. All experience levels are welcome.
This event is full
Cancelled
A Community Practice: Joy & Wonder - Black Liturgies for Staying Human
Thu, Dec 18, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Liberty Park
This community gathering invites nonviolent, intersectional, and interfaith meditation and reflection practice. The theme for this month will be Joy & Wonder.
Family Storytime Play & Learn - For Families of All Ages
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central - Central Events B
Join us for storytime! Each week we will share books, songs, and fun. After we read together, we will spend some time in open play with learning activities.
Write Together - A Community Writing Session with Sharma Shields
Fri, Dec 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Liberty Park - Liberty Park Events
The generative writing group you've always wanted. Bring a project you're working on and experience the joy and inspiration found in a community writing session.
Line Dance: A Weekly Exercise Class
Sat, Dec 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Shadle Park
Join us for a weekly exercise class designed for all ages and fitness levels, offering a fun and welcoming atmosphere. Presented by the Filipino American Association of the Inland Empire.
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