May 04 Saturday
Dozer Day is a fantastic weekend of family fun, putting kids actually on and operating heavy equipment! See kids faces light up as they hop in the driver’s seat to experience the thrill of operating dozers, backhoes, loaders, and more! Teach your kids about the trades and construction industry through excavation-related "hands on" displays all for less than the cost of going to the movies. t's a day designed to inspire the next generation of builders, contractors, engineers, and architects by providing a unique educational experience that combines learning with fun.Event Highlights Include:• Hands-On Experiences: Attendees will have the chance to operate real heavy machinery under the guidance of professionals.• Educational Exhibits: Learn about construction, engineering, and the importance of safety on the worksite.• Fun for the Whole Family: With food vendors, games, and activities designed for all ages, there's something for everyone to enjoy.• Supporting Local Charities: Proceeds from the event help to support local charities as well as area high schools and educational programs within the community.
Come visit the Spokane Valley Heritage Museum to experience a special exhibit that guides you in discovering the history of fairs in our region, starting in 1886, that led up to Expo ’74 being held in Spokane. Then, celebrate the 50th anniversary of the world’s fair in the Lilac City, with signs, original gondola cars and more from the 1974 event!
The Museum is open Wednesday-Saturday 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and prices range from FREE to $7.00. Please visit the website for additional information. https://www.spokanevalleymuseum.com/
Contradance is an easy-to-learn form of folk dancing. All dances are taught by a caller. You do not need to come with a partner. Wear comfortable clothing and bring shoes with no-mark soles to dance in.Please bring a snack or dessert to share during the break
Live music by Arvid Lundin and Deep Roots
Live music by Arvid Lundin & Deep Roots Caller teaches all dances. Beginners welcome. No partner necessary. Please bring a snack to share during the break. Wear comfortable clothes and bring clean, comfortable shoes to dance in. $8 at door
May 05 Sunday
Adult coloring is known to relax your brain, reduce stress and anxiety, and improve motor skills. Bring your creativity and we'll provide the coloring supplies!
May 06 Monday
3 SESSIONS · MONDAYS, MAY 6, 13, AND 20 • 5:30 TO 7 PM
Teens & Adults · Take a trip down memory lane for the 50th anniversary of Expo ‘74 in this three-session poetry and short prose workshop with local writers Benjamin Van Voorhis and Leah Dawdy. The first two workshop sessions will include discussions about the craft of writing, as well as prompts, readings, and images based around the history of Spokane that will inspire you to create work celebrating the city’s growth and change. In the third meeting of this workshop, edit and refine your writing generated from the earlier prompts alongside other participants with the help of our project leads.
Participants’ final pieces will be published in a professionally-bound book featuring original art. Participation in the first two sessions of this workshop and community event release will be asked of all participants who are able to attend. Registration for this program is free thanks to financial support from Spokane Arts and the City of Spokane. Donations are still welcome via your registration, which supports other Spark Central programming, keeping costs free for our community.
Book project writing workshop dates: 5/6, 5/13, and 5/20 for an optional revision session, all from 5:30 - 7 PM. Register today to attend!
Professional organizer, Wendi, will teach decluttering techniques for staging your home to get top dollar when moving.