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Saturday, October 17

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Argonne

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Otis Orchards

Free

Take It Apart

Sat, Oct 17 · 10 AM–12 PM · Lab, North Spokane

Ages 5 & their families Curious about how things work? Now you can take them apart and demystify technology.

Free

Mission SEALAB: Deep Sea Dispatch

Sat, Oct 17 · 10 AM–12:30 PM · The STCU Studio, Spokane Valley

Ages 10–14 Registration is required. Have you ever wondered if you could survive at the bottom of the ocean?

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 10 AM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

Free

Line Dance

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Book Club: One Two Three: A Novel by Laurie Frankel

Sat, Oct 17 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Indian Trail

If you would like a physical copy, please let us know. You can also request this title in print , l arge print , audiobook , ebook , or downloadable audio .

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 11 AM–1 PM · In-library, Fairfield

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Make Apple Chutney at Home: Part 4 of the Apple Festival Series

Sat, Oct 17 · 1 PM–2 PM · South Hill

Apple Festival Series at South Hill Library Part 5: Beyond the Pie: Apples in Savory Cooking | Saturday, October 24 at 1pm By choosing to taste food samples, you agree to release Spokane Public Library and the…

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Cheney

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 17 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Moran Prairie

Free

Sunday, October 18

Egyptian Belly Dance

Sun, Oct 18 · 1 PM–2 PM · South Hill

Looking for something fun, new, and different? Join us for this beginning-level and beyond Egyptian-style Belly Dance class taught by experienced teacher Marya Nowakowski.

Free

Irish Dancing

Sun, Oct 18 · 2:30 PM–3:30 PM · Shadle Park

Irish Ceili (pronounced "kay-lee") is traditional Irish social dancing passed down through generations.

Free

Monday, October 19

Adaptive Tai Chi

Mon, Oct 19 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

In this weekly class, participants will explore: *Flowing, adaptable Tai Chi forms (seated or standing) *Coordinated wheelchair or chair-based movement *Breathwork to support nervous system regulation *Gentle…

Free

LEGO Free Play

Mon, Oct 19 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · In-library, Medical Lake

Free

Understanding Your Credit Report & Score

Mon, Oct 19 · 6 PM–7 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room West, Spokane Valley

Registration is required. Millions of people are unaware of the errors that are in their credit reports.

Free

Tuesday, October 20

Memory Café

Tue, Oct 20 · 11 AM–12 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Terrific Tuesdays

Tue, Oct 20 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tue, Oct 20 · 4 PM–6 PM · Meeting Room, Argonne

The Board of Trustees meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month to discuss District policies, finances, and levies.

Free

Wednesday, October 21

Chair Yoga

Wed, Oct 21 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Homeschool Hodgepodge: STEAM Activities

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, Deer Park

Ages 5 & their families Visit the library for a hodgepodge of engaging activities.

Free

Argonne Library Book Club

Wed, Oct 21 · 10:30 AM–12:30 PM · Conference Room, Argonne

This book club is led by volunteers and meets monthly. New members are welcome to join at any time.

Free

Medical Lake Library Book Club

Wed, Oct 21 · 1 PM–2 PM · Meeting Room, Medical Lake

This book club is led by volunteers and meets monthly. New members are welcome to join at any time.

Free

Picture Book Chat

Wed, Oct 21 · 1 PM–2 PM · Online

Discover new picture books that children will enjoy! Hear and see what Librarians Mary Ellen and Sheri like about these wonderful books for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and emergent readers.

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Line Dance

Wed, Oct 21 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

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Gutsy Gourmet

Wed, Oct 21 · 4 PM–5:30 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room East, Spokane Valley

Ages 10–14 Be brave and taste test new and bizarre flavors in this sour showdown.

Free

A Jelly & Jam Session

Wed, Oct 21 · 6:30 PM–7:30 PM · Meeting Room, Cheney

Jelly and jam, Oh My! See how to make these delectable spreads, which can be a perfect complement to many meals.

Free

Thursday, October 22

Chair Yoga

Thu, Oct 22 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

Free

LEGO Free Play

Thu, Oct 22 · 3 PM–4 PM · In-library, Deer Park

Free

Coding Club

Thu, Oct 22 · 3 PM–5 PM · Lab, North Spokane

Free

STEAM-Themed Thursdays

Thu, Oct 22 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room East, Spokane Valley

Free

LEGO Free Play

Thu, Oct 22 · 4 PM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

Free

Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need To Know

Thu, Oct 22 · 4 PM–5:30 PM · Shadle Park

With open enrollment just around the corner, you’re invited to attend a free, unbiased presentation about Medicare Open Enrollment where you’ll learn about Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans, who is…

Free

Early-onset Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thu, Oct 22 · 5:30 PM–7 PM · South Hill

Alzheimer’s Association® support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for care partners to: *Develop a support system *Exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions *Talk…

Free

Friday, October 23

Line Dance

Fri, Oct 23 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

Free

Kids' Game Time: For Kids Ages 5-13

Fri, Oct 23 · 4 PM–5 PM · Shadle Park

Join us at the library and come play a board game or two! Bring your family, friends, and make some new friends.

Free

Saturday, October 24

Spooktacular Storytime

Sat, Oct 24 · 10 AM–11 AM · Diane E. Zahand Community Room (Combined East & West), Spokane Valley

Ages 3 & their families Enjoy a slightly spooky storytime with not-so-scary crafts and activities.

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 24 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Argonne

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 24 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Otis Orchards

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 24 · 10 AM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

Free

Line Dance

Sat, Oct 24 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 24 · 11 AM–1 PM · In-library, Fairfield

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Cheney

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 24 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Moran Prairie

Free

Sunday, October 25

Authentic Indian Yoga

Sun, Oct 25 · 2:30 PM–3:30 PM · Shadle Park

Devika Gates is a professional Bharatanatyam Dancer specializing in Kalekshetra style dance.

Free

Monday, October 26

Adaptive Tai Chi

Mon, Oct 26 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

In this weekly class, participants will explore: *Flowing, adaptable Tai Chi forms (seated or standing) *Coordinated wheelchair or chair-based movement *Breathwork to support nervous system regulation *Gentle…

Free

LEGO Free Play

Mon, Oct 26 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · In-library, Medical Lake

Free

Tuesday, October 27

Memory Café

Tue, Oct 27 · 11 AM–12 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Terrific Tuesdays

Tue, Oct 27 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Cheney Library Book Club

Tue, Oct 27 · 6:30 PM–7:30 PM · Meeting Room, Cheney

This book club is led by volunteers and meets monthly. New members are welcome to join at any time.

Free

Wednesday, October 28

Chair Yoga

Wed, Oct 28 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Line Dance

Wed, Oct 28 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

Free

Wonder Wednesdays

Wed, Oct 28 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Medical Lake

Ages 5 & their families Drop by the library to try something new.

Free

Thursday, October 29

Chair Yoga

Thu, Oct 29 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

Free

LEGO Free Play

Thu, Oct 29 · 3 PM–4 PM · In-library, Deer Park

Free

Coding Club

Thu, Oct 29 · 3 PM–5 PM · Lab, North Spokane

Free

LEGO Free Play

Thu, Oct 29 · 4 PM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

Free

Friday, October 30

Line Dance

Fri, Oct 30 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

Free

Saturday, October 31

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 31 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Argonne

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 31 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Otis Orchards

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 31 · 10 AM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

Free

Line Dance

Sat, Oct 31 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 31 · 11 AM–1 PM · In-library, Fairfield

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WSU Halloween Health Fair

Sat, Oct 31 · 11 AM–1 PM · Shadle Park

Make Halloween a little more hands-on this year! Explore health and wellness through interactive activities, educational booths, and free community health screenings for youth and families.

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 31 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Cheney

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Oct 31 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Moran Prairie

Free

Sunday, November 1

Virtual Monthly Astrology Forecast

Sun, Nov 1 · 6:30 PM–7:30 PM · Central

Join Astrologer Jessica Martin for an overview of the planetary transits for the month and what they mean.

Free

Monday, November 2

LEGO Free Play

Mon, Nov 2 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · In-library, Medical Lake

Free

Tuesday, November 3

Memory Café

Tue, Nov 3 · 11 AM–12 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Moran Prairie Library Book Club

Tue, Nov 3 · 2 PM–3 PM · Meeting room, Moran Prairie

This book club is led by volunteers and meets monthly. New members are welcome to join at any time.

Free

Terrific Tuesdays

Tue, Nov 3 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Wednesday, November 4

Chair Yoga

Wed, Nov 4 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Line Dance

Wed, Nov 4 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

Free

Wonder Wednesdays

Wed, Nov 4 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Meeting Room, Medical Lake

Ages 5 & their families Drop by the library to try something new.

Free

Medicare: Getting Started

Wed, Nov 4 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Online

Registration is required. Take the guesswork out of Medicare.

Free

Teen D&D Guild

Wed, Nov 4 · 4 PM–5:30 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room East, Spokane Valley

The Guild is looking for new and seasoned players to band together to journey through murky dungeons and embark on daring quests!

Free

Glowforge: Holiday Ornaments

Wed, Nov 4 · 6 PM–7 PM · Lab, North Spokane

Teens 16 & adults Registration is required. Learn about the Glowforge laser cutter and engraver and how to design and create custom holiday ornaments with it.

Free

Dementia Friends Information Session

Wed, Nov 4 · 6:30 PM–7:30 PM · Meeting Room, Otis Orchards

You can be a Dementia Friend and help create a dementia-friendly community.

Free

Thursday, November 5

Chair Yoga

Thu, Nov 5 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

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LEGO Free Play

Thu, Nov 5 · 3 PM–4 PM · In-library, Deer Park

Free

Coding Club

Thu, Nov 5 · 3 PM–5 PM · Lab, North Spokane

Free

STEAM-Themed Thursdays

Thu, Nov 5 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room East, Spokane Valley

Free

LEGO Free Play

Thu, Nov 5 · 4 PM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

Free

Communication & Difficult Behaviors with Dementia

Thu, Nov 5 · 6:30 PM–7:30 PM · Online

Registration is required. Communication may change as dementia progresses, including repeating the same question or having trouble finding the right word.

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Friday, November 6

Reading Buddy Volunteer Orientation

Fri, Nov 6 · 9 AM–10 AM · Online

Teens ages 16 & adults Registration is required. Learn how you can help a child improve their reading skills and gain confidence as a reader.

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Dementia Friends Information Session

Fri, Nov 6 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

You can be a Dementia Friend and help create a dementia-friendly community.

Free

Line Dance

Fri, Nov 6 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

Free

Saturday, November 7

Holiday Art Show

Sat, Nov 7–8 · 4705 N Fruit Hill Rd Spokane , WA 99217

Featuring 15 Local Artists Ages 21 and Over Only / Free to the Public Enjoy a glass of Arbor Crest wine and enchanting views from the Cliff House Food Served

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3D Printing: Festive Ornaments

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–12 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room West, Spokane Valley

Ages 8 & their adults Registration is required. Register once for each child/adult pair.

Free

LEGO Free Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Argonne

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–12 PM · In-library, Otis Orchards

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 10 AM–6 PM · In-library, Airway Heights

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Line Dance

Sat, Nov 7 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 11 AM–1 PM · In-library, Fairfield

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Cheney

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LEGO Free Play

Sat, Nov 7 · 2 PM–4 PM · In-library, Moran Prairie

Free

Sunday, November 8

Irish Dancing

Sun, Nov 8 · 2:30 PM–3:30 PM · Shadle Park

Irish Ceili (pronounced "kay-lee") is traditional Irish social dancing passed down through generations.

Free

Monday, November 9

Memory Café

Mon, Nov 9 · 1:30 PM–2:30 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room East, Spokane Valley

The Memory Café provides a comfortable way for you to connect with other caregivers and people experiencing memory loss while also socializing and building new support networks.

Free

LEGO Free Play

Mon, Nov 9 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · In-library, Medical Lake

Free

Tuesday, November 10

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Tue, Nov 10 · 10 AM–12 PM · Conference Room D, Spokane Valley

Get help researching the story of your family.

Free

Memory Café

Tue, Nov 10 · 11 AM–12 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Terrific Tuesdays

Tue, Nov 10 · 3:30 PM–5 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

Free

Wednesday, November 11

Thursday, November 12

Chair Yoga

Thu, Nov 12 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

Free

Genealogy Drop-In Session

Thu, Nov 12 · 10 AM–12 PM · Conference Room East, North Spokane

Get help researching the story of your family.

Free

North Spokane Library Book Club

Thu, Nov 12 · 1 PM–2 PM · Meeting Room, North Spokane

This book club is led by volunteers and meets monthly. New members are welcome to join at any time.

Free

LEGO Free Play

Thu, Nov 12 · 3 PM–4 PM · In-library, Deer Park

Free

Coding Club

Thu, Nov 12 · 3 PM–5 PM · Lab, North Spokane

Free

STEAM-Themed Thursdays

Thu, Nov 12 · 3:30 PM–4:30 PM · Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room East, Spokane Valley

Free

Friday, November 13

Line Dance

Fri, Nov 13 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

Free

Saturday, November 14

Smartphone Photography

Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Do you have to buy an expensive camera and equipment to get great pictures?

Free

Line Dance

Sat, Nov 14 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Native American Beginner Beadwork Workshop

Sat, Nov 14 · 1 PM–3 PM · South Hill

Cheyanna learned beading from her mother as a young girl. She shares her culture through teaching and participating in powwows.

Free

Sunday, November 15

Egyptian Belly Dance

Sun, Nov 15 · 1 PM–2 PM · South Hill

Looking for something fun, new, and different? Join us for this beginning-level and beyond Egyptian-style Belly Dance class taught by experienced teacher Marya Nowakowski.

Free

Authentic Indian Yoga

Sun, Nov 15 · 1 PM–2 PM · Shadle Park

Devika Gates is a professional Bharatanatyam Dancer specializing in Kalekshetra style dance.

Free

Monday, November 16

Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need To Know

Mon, Nov 16 · 4 PM–5:30 PM · South Hill

With open enrollment just around the corner, you’re invited to attend a free, unbiased presentation about Medicare Open Enrollment where you’ll learn about Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans, who is…

Free

Tuesday, November 17

Wednesday, November 18

Chair Yoga

Wed, Nov 18 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Line Dance

Wed, Nov 18 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

Free

The Sacred Journey of Grief

Wed, Nov 18 · 5 PM–6:30 PM · South Hill

Loss touches every part of our being—body, mind, and spirit.

Free

Thursday, November 19

Chair Yoga

Thu, Nov 19 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

Free

Friday, November 20

Memory Cafe

Fri, Nov 20 · 2 PM–3:30 PM · Shadle Park

Families and friends meet and socialize in an environment that is accepting and non-judgmental.

Free

Line Dance

Fri, Nov 20 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

Free

Saturday, November 21

Line Dance

Sat, Nov 21 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

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Monday, November 23

Tuesday, November 24

Wednesday, November 25

Chair Yoga

Wed, Nov 25 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Line Dance

Wed, Nov 25 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

Free

Saturday, November 28

A Night in Bethlehem

Sat, Nov 28–29 · 2110 N Molter Rd Liberty Lake , WA 99019

Step into the magic of A Night in Bethlehem - a holiday tradition reimagined is completely FREE to attend.

Free

Line Dance

Sat, Nov 28 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Sunday, November 29

Monday, November 30

Tuesday, December 1

Wednesday, December 2

Chair Yoga

Wed, Dec 2 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Dementia: Making the Most of a Doctor's Visit

Wed, Dec 2 · 10:30 AM–11:45 AM · Shadle Park

Geared toward both unpaid caregivers and healthcare workers, this series is a monthly, in-depth exploration of many topics related to dementia.

Free

Line Dance

Wed, Dec 2 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

Free

Thursday, December 3

Chair Yoga

Thu, Dec 3 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

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Friday, December 4

Line Dance

Fri, Dec 4 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

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Saturday, December 5

Line Dance

Sat, Dec 5 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Free

House Plants Swap!

Sat, Dec 5 · 1 PM–3 PM · South Hill Library Lobby

Bring healthy, disease- and pest-free propagated plants or plantlets to share.

Free

Arts & Crafts Swap

Sat, Dec 5 · 1 PM–3 PM · South Hill

Have a half-finished quilt you no longer want to complete? Too many knitted hats?

Free

Sunday, December 6

Monday, December 7

Tuesday, December 8

Wednesday, December 9

Chair Yoga

Wed, Dec 9 · 10 AM–11 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Line Dance

Wed, Dec 9 · 3 PM–4 PM · Indian Trail

Free

Thursday, December 10

Chair Yoga

Thu, Dec 10 · 9:30 AM–10:30 AM · South Hill

Free

Friday, December 11

Line Dance

Fri, Dec 11 · 3 PM–4 PM · South Hill

Free

Saturday, December 12

Line Dance

Sat, Dec 12 · 10:30 AM–11:30 AM · Shadle Park

Free

Sunday, December 13

Monday, December 14

Tuesday, December 15