October 1

A Conversation with Spokane Tribal Artist George Hill 

Explore an art exhibit inspired by salmon in Spokane culture.

• 10:30-11:30 a.m.
• Central Library, 906 W. Main, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/2j48rbw6

Coffee & Conversation

Connect with others over coffee.

• 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
• Central Library, 906 W. Main, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/33d6tva9

Marcus Daly & Patsy Clark: Mining Magnates Who Shaped the West

Learn about the Inland Northwest mining industry.

• 6:30-8 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/5n6sfe6x

October 2

Project Joy Performance: Cal Emerson

Enjoy an electronic accordion performance of waltzes, polka, and Americana songs.

• 10:30 a.m.
• Colonial Court, 12016 E. Cataldo, Spokane Valley
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/57nbrsrh

October 3

Introduction to Seed Saving

Learn the gardening tradition of seed saving.

• 10-11:30 a.m.
• Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Road, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/332my3nw

Our Stories: HerStory

Learn about Spokane’s history from the historical women of the YWCA.

• 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/y54thx5s

Native American Beadwork

Learn the art of beadwork and craft jewelry.

• 2:30-4:30 p.m.
• Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal, Spokane
• Free (registration required)
• https://tinyurl.com/48dbv8mr

October 5

Write Together: Evening Edition

Write in a supportive environment.

• 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/4rfawccd

A Jelly & Jam Session

Learn how to make delectable spreads.

• 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb, Medical Lake
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/yvuh3dc9

October 6

Loving Kindness Meditation Practice

Practice meditation techniques with others.

• 12:30-1:30 p.m.
• South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/crvpshe7

October 7

Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know

Learn about Medicare enrollment plans.

• 2-3 p.m.
• Argonne Library, 4322 N. Argonne Road, Spokane
• Free (registration required)
• https://tinyurl.com/yc49my8w

World Cooking: Malaysian food with Chef Alice Koh of SeraiMas Exotic Malaysian Food

Learn preparation techniques of traditional Malaysian dishes.

• 6-7:30 p.m.
• Online
• Free (registration required)
• https://tinyurl.com/5ymdd68b

Selkirk Quintet

Enjoy live 18th and 20th century music.

• 6:30-7:30 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/fnyc5dnb

October 8

Cheese Tasting & Book Pairing

Try cheese samples and discover a new book.

• 6:30-8 p.m.
• Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Road, Spokane
• Free (registration required)
• https://tinyurl.com/ytd6ace7

October 10

Spokane Archaeology Day

Enjoy an afternoon celebrating the Inland Northwest’s archaeological heritage.

• 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/ywpst3n4

Books in the Park: Bring a Book to Manito Park and Read!

Participate in silent reading while surrounded by nature.

• 11 a.m.-noon
• Manito Park, 1702 S. Grand Blvd., Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/mptxce22

Weird, Wonderful, and Haunted Spokane

Learn the history of Spokane’s most bizarre locations.

• 4:30-5:30 p.m.
• Hillyard Library, 4110 N. Cook, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/3uebw8ev

October 12

Genealogy Detectives

Learn about genetics and heritage using DNA matching.

• 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
• The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/4khhe9sz

Gentle Flow Yoga

Enjoy a yoga practice for every skill level.

• 4-5 p.m.
• South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/49rrw6vp

Watercolor Paint & Play 

Learn watercolor techniques in a supportive environment.

• 6-7:30 p.m.
• Medical Lake Library, 321 E. Herb, Medical Lake
• Free (registration required)
• https://tinyurl.com/bdfwxect

October 15

Project Joy Performance: Orchestra

Enjoy an orchestral performance of patriotic, musical, and movie themes.

• 1 p.m.
• Evergreen Fountains, 1201 N. Evergreen Road, Spokane Valley
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/57nbrsrh

October 16

Outdoor Movie Night: North by Northwest

Enjoy a movie under the stars.

• 6:30-8:30 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• $7 for members, $8 for others
• https://tinyurl.com/3hzua7ek

October 20

Poetry for Everyone

Write poetry in an accessible and supportive environment.

• 4:30-6 p.m.
• Shadle Park, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/53wkdjz9

October 21

Drop-in and Draw, Paint, Knit, Stitch…

Bring your creative hobby and create in the company of others.

• 4:30-7 p.m.
• The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/25bsjtxz

October 23

Project Joy Performance: Senior Serenaders

Enjoy a 50-voice choir performance.

• 2 p.m.
• Orchard Crest, 222 S. Evergreen Road, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/57nbrsrh

October 24

Campbell House Gothic: Bram Stoker's Dracula

Listen to dramatic readings of Bram Stoker’s Dracula in the Campbell House.

• 3-4 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• $20 for members, $25 for others
• https://tinyurl.com/3nh6j5sj

October 26

Genealogy 101: From Curiosity to Family Connections

Learn the basics of genealogy research.

• 6-8:30 p.m.
• The Hive, 2904 E. Sprague, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/2sh79jpm

October 28

Plateau Basket Weaving

Learn the twining basketry technique in a supportive environment.

• 5-8 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• $8
• https://tinyurl.com/8prpj78c

“What the…?” Weird and Wacky Objects and Documents

Explore the stories behind some of the most unusual objects in the MAC’s collections.

• 5-7 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• Included in admission ($12 for 65+)
• https://tinyurl.com/2ppd2h58

Campbell House Dark History

Learn about the historical grieving practices of the Campbell family.

• 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture, 2316 W. First, Spokane
• Included in admission ($12 for 65+)
• https://tinyurl.com/muzv5jty

October 29

Illuminations: Witches

Examine witch-themed illustrations from Central Library’s rare book collection.

• 11 a.m.-noon
• Central Library, 906 W. Main, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/jjta6cpc

October 30

Project Joy Performance: Les Femmes

Enjoy a women’s ensemble performance.

• 1 p.m.
• Hillyard Senior Center, 4001 N. Cook, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/57nbrsrh

October 31

WSU Halloween Health Fair 

Explore health and wellness through community activities and booths. 

• 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Spokane
• Free
• https://tinyurl.com/2p6u6em6