Community Calendar

During the month of August the Liberty Gallery features paintings by artist Lauren Urlacher of her favorite flower, the dahlia. Her hyper-realistic floral paintings invite viewers into a tranquil moment of stillness. In a fast-paced world, Lauren’s art offers a calming pause, encouraging mindfulness through close observation of nature’s intricate details. Her August show titled “Dahlia Days of Summer” celebrates the peak season of dahlias in Spokane when we see the biggest and best of these blooms.

Stop by the Historic Liberty Building to meet the artist on August 1st from 5-8:30 pm.

Katie Frey graduated from Walla Walla University with an English and Art degree and worked as a teacher for years before deciding to step into begin art as a full time career. She primarily paints landscapes and animals as her artwork is inspired by her time spent in nature. She also finds inspiration in the textures and patterns of rocks & plants, and both the ease & energy of wild animals. Katie wants her watercolors to look as spontaneous and joyful as it feels when she creates them.

Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the Historic Liberty Building this August to see Katie's beautiful watercolors ~ stop by First Friday August 1st to meet Katie in person!

This meeting takes place on ZOOM and not at Auntie's Bookstore.

We will be discussing “Reservation Blues” by Sherman Alexie at the August meeting.

This book club typically meets at 2pm on the 4th Tuesday of the month via Zoom and is led by Linda. Please send any inquiries and requests for the Zoom link to auntiesbooks@gmail.com

Ever wonder where your property tax dollars go in Spokane County? Want to know more about property tax exemptions that you may qualify for? Join Spokane County Treasurer Mike Volz for a question and answer session at the North Spokane Library (44 E. Hawthorne Rd.) on Tuesday, August 26th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Come with plenty of property tax questions and learn more about how your government works!

INTRODUCING: The Osprey Patio Concert Series 2025! Come enjoy local artists on the patio while enjoying your meal from Osprey Restaurant & Bar every Tuesday & Wednesday, 6pm - 9pm from May 6 - October 15! Free admission + rain or shine!

ARTIST LINE-UP
MAY 6 - 28 | Sammy Eubanks | Soul Country & Blues with a Splash of Rock-n-roll.
JUN 3 - 25 | Meghan Sullivan | Blues, Classics, Rock-n-Roll.
JUL 1 - 23 | Kosta la Vista | A three-piece cover band focusing on Blues-based Classic Rock.
AUG 5 - 27 | Jason Garrett Evans | Neo-soul R&B musician from Seattle.
SEP 2 -24 | Doughouse Boyz | Blues, Jazz, Folk, Roots, and everything in between.
JUL 29 - 30, SEP 30 - OCT 15 | The Ronaldos | Ron Criscione, guitarist & vocalist, has been part of the Spokane music scene since 1978. Ray Younker, bassist, vocalist, & guitarist brings a unique and interesting bass style to the duo.

Osprey Restaurant & Bar, 700 N Division St, Spokane, WA 99202. More info at ospreyspokane.com/events

Join us for a book launch author event with Claire Kingsley on Tuesday, August 26th, from 6 - 7:30pm! Claire is returning to The Well-Read Moose to discuss her next book in the Haven Brothers series, “Storms and Secrets.” There will be a book signing, an author discussion, and a Q&A session at the event.

Preorders and book launch attendees will receive an exclusive art print with a purchase of the book while supplies last.

This event is free and RSVPs are encouraged. Go to wellreadmoose.com to RSVP.

Tuesday July 8th will be the beginning of Gabriel Soileau's weekly residency at Bulldog's BBQ in Hillyard.
Having grown up in Spokane and lived in North Carolina Gabe and the railroad boys house band bring years of experience playing an eclectic mix of bluegrass country and folk music. The following jam will be open to musicians of all levels who enjoy playing bluegrass, old time and honky-tonk country music.

Don't miss this meeting! Our demonstrator will be none other than Stan Miller, longtime painter and watercolor teacher in the Spokane area! Some of you have taken his classes; this one's on RRAFA!
Plus: Last minute info on the Liberty Show; Update on the Tamra Sheline workshop in November; news about the Shadle Library show in November, and let's not forget our challenge this month: ANYTHING GOES! Bring your latest creations to this meeting!

During the month of August the Liberty Gallery features paintings by artist Lauren Urlacher of her favorite flower, the dahlia. Her hyper-realistic floral paintings invite viewers into a tranquil moment of stillness. In a fast-paced world, Lauren’s art offers a calming pause, encouraging mindfulness through close observation of nature’s intricate details. Her August show titled “Dahlia Days of Summer” celebrates the peak season of dahlias in Spokane when we see the biggest and best of these blooms.

Stop by the Historic Liberty Building to meet the artist on August 1st from 5-8:30 pm.

Katie Frey graduated from Walla Walla University with an English and Art degree and worked as a teacher for years before deciding to step into begin art as a full time career. She primarily paints landscapes and animals as her artwork is inspired by her time spent in nature. She also finds inspiration in the textures and patterns of rocks & plants, and both the ease & energy of wild animals. Katie wants her watercolors to look as spontaneous and joyful as it feels when she creates them.

Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the Historic Liberty Building this August to see Katie's beautiful watercolors ~ stop by First Friday August 1st to meet Katie in person!