Jan 19 Monday
The Thanksgiving Address, also called "Greetings and Thanks to the Natural World", is an ancient indigenous statement of gratitude for the gifts of the natural world that sustain us all, as passed down for centuries by the people of the Haudenosaunee Confederation of northeast North America. The Liberty Gallery is pleased to exhibit art inspired by this statement of gratitude, created by nine local artists.
The show opens Dec 28th and continues to Jan 24th ~ stop by the Liberty Gallery on First Friday Jan 2 to Meet the Artists from 5-8:30 pm.
Juaquetta hand spins unique yarn using local wool and alpaca. After washing she dyes and prepares these fibers to spin rustic yarns. She also knits, crochets and weaves garments to keep you warm. This is her 20th January as the guest artist at Pottery Place Plus ~ stop by First Friday Jan 2 from 5-8:30 to meet Juaquetta in person!
Discover a totally new concept in Spokane—Dinner Church! Launching Monday, January 19, ConnectDinners invites you to trade the pews for tables. We believe in Radical Welcome: a judgment-free space where neighbors from all walks of life gather for a free, abundant meal and authentic fellowship.
Whether you are unchurched, de-churched, or just hungry for community, there is a seat saved for you.
When: Mondays, 6:00 – 7:30 PM (Starts Jan 19)
Where: 4520 N Crestline St, Spokane
Cost: Free
Come for the food; stay for the connection. Learn more at www.connectdinners.org.
Local and traveling musicians jamming some Blues
Jan 20 Tuesday
Jan 21 Wednesday
Family Hour Community Night Live Music w/ John Firshi
The Spokane Folklore Society hosts its 3rd Wednesday contra dance on January 21st at the Woman's Club Hall beginning with a newcomer's session at 7:15PM followed by two hours of dancing ending at 9:30PM. Each dance is taught ahead of the dance by caller Nora Scott. Then she prompts the dance with live music provided by Reel Friends featuring an accordion player. Everyone is welcome including singles and couples. No partner is necessary. General admission is $10. SFS members and college students $7. Under 18 - free. For more information, go to www.spokanefolklore.org