Community Calendar

The American Guild of Organists – Spokane Chapter presents its Organ Academy Recital. Each spring, the chapter offers low-cost organ lessons to students aged 12-18 in a program known as Organ Academy. The 16-week program culminates in a public recital performed by the young musicians highlighting their accomplishments and sharing their musical joy on St. John’s Cathedral Aeolian-Skinner pipe organ.

This year’s talented students are Gregory Buck, Thomas Dalton, Lincoln DeJong, Luke Fanning, Joseph Gaunt, Riley Jerdon, Karl Keener, Joel Korn, Anna Ries, Maria Ries, and Scarlett Thomsen. They are instructed by Henry Bauer, DMA; Helen Byrne, SPC; Marietta Hardy, Edward Hurd, and Joseph Schubert, PhD.

Visit the recital webpage for the very latest information and program updates! https://www.spokaneago.org/organ-academy-recital

Gayle Havercroft is displaying his unique block printing pieces at Indaba Coffee Shop through April and May. He's been perfecting his skills since 2001 and especially enjoys using the Palouse as inspiration for many of his works. Gayle began adding watercolor to the block prints a few years ago. You won't want to miss seeing these.
Come for the art! Stay for the coffee!

Schubert's last Piano Sonata in B-flat, D. 960 is a work shrouded in mystery and speculation. Join pianist Hsia-Jung Chang as she unravels some of these mysteries to reveal the greatness behind Schubert's compositional choices.

Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/942595911800089

Piano Lunch is a new series designed for music lovers who want to take a musical break during the day. The concerts feature 40 minutes of music and short commentary by host Hsia-Jung Chang. Tickets at the door are $20 for General Admission, $15 for Musicians, Seniors, and Students. Parking for the event is available across Walnut St. from Salem Lutheran Church, courtesy of our neighbor Christ The Redeemer Church.

Spokane music lovers may have seen Hsia-Jung’s one-woman show “Keys to Happiness” on KSPS-PBS, an innovative program which uses Classical music to convey simple philosophical ideas. A graduate of Spokane’s Shadle Park High School, Hsia-Jung’s musical career has taken her all around the world, playing solo piano concerts in the USA, Scandivia, Asia, France, and UK. She hosted several seasons of Piano Lunch Series in New York City, and co-hosted several seasons of Piano Passions, another New York artist-run series. Gramophone Magazine calls Hsia-Jung’s recording of the Chopin Etudes Op. 10 & Op. 25 “Good, honest Chopin!” Most of Hsia-Jung’s recordings are available on CDs, Bandcamp, iTunes, Spotify, and other streaming services. To hear Hsia-Jung’s compositions and performance please visit https://hsia-jungchang.bandcamp.com/

Join us at ConnectDinners for a weekly gathering that feels more like a family meal than a typical church service. Enjoy a free dinner while connecting with neighbors and exploring faith in a warm, open environment. No RSVP is needed—simply pull up a chair because there is always room at the table for you. Visit www.ConnectDinners.org for more information.

Local and traveling musicians jamming some Blues

Gayle Havercroft is displaying his unique block printing pieces at Indaba Coffee Shop through April and May. He's been perfecting his skills since 2001 and especially enjoys using the Palouse as inspiration for many of his works. Gayle began adding watercolor to the block prints a few years ago. You won't want to miss seeing these.
Come for the art! Stay for the coffee!

May 5th is Foster Care Day! Come learn about the organizations here in Spokane and Eastern Washington that support foster families and youth.

Whether you are a current foster parent, interested in becoming one, or would just like to learn how you can help, you are welcome to join!

All are Welcome! Come the First and Third Tuesdays at 6pm. We are focusing on Sri Easwaran's form of passage meditation and his 8-Point Program for daily living, currently meeting at the Spokane Buddhist Temple. This form of meditation fits with any spiritual path. Passage meditation was designed specifically for the Western “monkey mind.” It is a very disciplined approach to slowing down and focusing. It is difficult, but very rewarding! We are currently studying Sri Easwaran’s book "Passage Meditation". Questions, call Lou Ann at (509) 590-3512

Gayle Havercroft is displaying his unique block printing pieces at Indaba Coffee Shop through April and May. He's been perfecting his skills since 2001 and especially enjoys using the Palouse as inspiration for many of his works. Gayle began adding watercolor to the block prints a few years ago. You won't want to miss seeing these.
Come for the art! Stay for the coffee!

Managing everything that affects your heart can be stressful, but small steps can lead to big health benefits! In this 4-week class series, you'll learn how to monitor and manage your blood pressure effectively for a healthier heart. We'll provide you with the tools you need to make positive changes and lower your blood pressure.

Topics include:
- DASH diet
- How to reduce sodium in your diet
- Physical activity
- How and when to take your own blood pressure

Participants who attend all four weeks will receive a free digital blood pressure monitor after the final class.

This course typically costs $40 but is currently free thanks to the generosity of the Providence Inland Northwest Foundation.

If you have questions, need assistance, or want to be added to a waitlist if this class is full, please call 509-473-6007 or email wellness.WA@providence.org