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Home » Calendar » Business Calendar: Oct. 23 - Nov. 5

Business Calendar: Oct. 23 - Nov. 5

October 23, 2025
Emily Botter-Hanson

Creating Investment Opportunities with Spokane’s New Zoning & Building Code: Spokane Realtors Young Professionals Network presentation will review the city of Spokane’s new zoning and building codes.

  • Thursday, Oct. 23, noon-1 p.m.
  • Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
  • Free

Blueprint Reading to Estimating: Associated Builders & Contractors Inland Pacific Chapter class will teach attendees how to translate technical details from blueprints into real-world costs.

  • Friday, Oct. 24, 2:30-5 p.m.
  • ABC Office, 12610 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Ste. 1200, Spokane Valley
  • $100 for members, $150 for others

Community Wellness Nights: Trunk-or-Treat: The Native Project will host its fourth annual trunk-or-treat event for local youth.

  • Friday, Oct. 24, 3:30-6:30 p.m.
  • The Native Project, 1803 W. Maxwell, Spokane
  • Free

BECU Shred Day: BECU shred and eCycle event will provide methods of disposal for documents and electronics, as well as a food bank drop-off.

  • Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard, Spokane
  • Free

Pamper Me Pink Boutique: Women’s Empowerment Lunch: Pamper Me Pink Boutique luncheon will include speakers and opportunities to form connections.

  • Saturday, Oct. 25, 1-4 p.m.
  • Southside Community Center, 3151 E. 27th, Spokane
  • $40+

How Big Retailers Get Illegal Pricing Deals & How to Fight Back: Small Business Rising online seminar will explain how retailers use market power to access unfair pricing from suppliers, and how small businesses can use the Robinson-Patman Act in response.

  • Tuesday, Oct. 28, 10-11 a.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Economic Forecast: Intercap Lending forecast, presented by Josh Romney, will cover the current economy and housing market, followed by a question-and-answer session.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 29, 9-11 a.m.
  • Davenport Hotel, 10 S. Post, Spokane
  • Free

Answering Your Questions on the Intersection of Disability & Employment: Idaho Department of Labor online seminar will answer questions about disability and employment in the state of Idaho.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 29, 11 a.m.-noon
  • Online
  • Free

Tools for Boosting Community Resilience to Climate Impacts: Municipal Research & Services Center of Washington online seminar will discuss the ways climate change impacts Washington state, and how communities can prepare using climate resilience.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 29, 1-2:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Co-Sponsored MØDE – Liberty Lake Business Networking Meeting: Liberty Lake Business Networking meeting invites attendees to connect with fellow professionals and share market insights.

  • Wednesday, Oct. 30, noon-1 p.m.
  • MØDE Campus, 2110 N. Molter Road, Liberty Lake
  • Free

Intro to Co-Ops & Using the Worker Co-Op Model as a Business Succession Strategy: Spokane Independent Metro Business Alliance event, hosted by Emily Daley, will cover co-op models and real-world transition examples.

  • Thursday, Oct. 30, 5-6 p.m.
  • Liberty Park Library, 402 S. Pittsburg, Spokane
  • Free

Unlocking Your Home’s Equity: A Move Up Buyer’s Guide: Fairway Home Mortgage presentation will discuss assessing home equity.

  • Thursday, Oct. 30, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
  • Meeting House Café, 1801 E. 11th, Spokane
  • Free

Due Process in Immigration – Academic & Advocacy Perspectives: Gonzaga University School of Law summit will explore the changing landscape of due process in immigration law.

  • Friday, Oct. 31, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
  • Gonzaga University School of Law, 721 N. Cincinnati, Spokane
  • Free for Gonzaga students, staff, and faculty, $60+ for others

WorkSource Drop-In Help: Career coaches from WorkSource Spokane will be available for personalized career guidance and support, including resume refinement and job-search strategies.

  • Friday, Oct. 31, 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
  • Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Road, Spokane Valley
  • Free

Automation Exploration: Coeur d’Alene Area Economic Development Corp. workshop will explore solutions using automation and workforce training initiatives.

  • Monday, Nov. 3, 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
  • Hedlund Building, 420 N. College Drive, Coeur d’Alene
  • $30

Women Lead Fall Luncheon 2025: Gonzaga University School of Leadership Studies luncheon will discuss leadership journeys and career-shaping experiences.

  • Tuesday, Nov. 4, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
  • Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Spokane
  • $55

Speed Networking & Trivia Night at Burbity Workspaces: Burbity Workspaces event will include team trivia and networking, as well as prizes for participants.

  • Tuesday, Nov. 4, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
  • Burbity Workspaces, 2818 N. Sullivan Road, Ste. 100, Spokane Valley
  • $20

2025 DREAM Business Training Series – The Basics of Assistive Technology: Vocational Rehabilitation online seminar will teach the basics of assistive technology used for workers with disabilities.

  • Wednesday, Nov. 5, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  • Online
  • Free

Coffee & Concepts: Biweekly event will encourage attendees to share business and project ideas over coffee.

  • Wednesday, Nov. 5, 12:30-2 p.m.
  • Post Falls Chamber of Commerce, 201 E. Fourth, Post Falls
  • Free

Stories That Spark Giving – Inspiring Generosity Through Storytelling: Numerica Credit Union and Morgan Marie workshop will cover storytelling techniques to boost year-end campaigns and expand audiences.

  • Wednesday, Nov. 5, 1-4 p.m.
  • Volkar Center for Athletic Achievement, 702 Lower Kennedy Drive, Spokane
  • Free

Unlock Your Future North Idaho 2025: Unlock Your Future North Idaho event invites local students to learn about career options with local employers in industries such as manufacturing, construction, trades, and more.

  • Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
  • Kootenai County Fairgrounds, 4056 N. Government Way, Coeur d’Alene
  • Free
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