Community Calendar

Heatherann Woods' debut solo exhibition explores perspective and perception in atmospheric oil paintings by capturing ephemeral light from familiar views in the Spokane region. She invites the viewer to not only step into the space and be moved, but also engage with fellow viewers, initiating conversations, by questioning the concept of "realism" and how we project expectations instead of receive information based on personal experience.

The "September Moon" exhibition features beautifully detailed ceramic artistry by local artist Ken Scott and visiting ceramic artist Red Burnell, as well as the stunning nature-inspired paintings by painter Heidi Barnett.
Enjoy a few special paintings by Katie Frey, Kim Long, and Diane Garmire, and new works by mosiac artist, Kerry Whitsitt and many of the New Moon members This show aims to engage your senses with vibrant colors, forms, and textures, promising to soothe your eyes and soul, and bring an abundance of beauty and joy.

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

This candidate forum for Spokane City Council, District 3, will be held in-person at West Central Community Center and will be broadcast simultaneously via Facebook Live at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89740337046

Christopher Savage is the challenger for this position. He currently works as a DeVries courier. Savage has been active in the Spokane community for many years. He is a board member for Meals on Wheels, 2020-present, including as president of the board, 2023-2024; Serves as Balboa/South Indian Trail Community Assembly representative, 2018-present. Served as vice-chair of the Admin Committee for Community Assembly, 2020-2022; vice chair of Spokane Salary Review Commission, 2018-2021; secretary commissioner for Spokane Water Conservancy Commission, 2021-2023. He ran unsuccessfully for City Council in 2019, 2021 and 2023.

Zack Zappone is the incumbent seeking a second four-year term. Since 2021 he has been a Spokane Public School teacher. He previously taught at Kennewick Public Schools and was a Columbia University Fulbright English teaching fellow. He is President of the North Central alumni association. He served as Better Health Together program manager 2020-2021. Elected to the Spokane City Council in 2021, he has served on the Boards of Spokane Transit Authority, Association of Washington Cities and Visit Spokane. He previously served on the Spokane Regional Transportation Board

Brent Edstrom will discuss copyrights from the perspective of a working musician, author, composer, and educator. Topics will include categories of music copyright, essential copyright provisions, fair use, exclusive rights, work for hire, public domain, formalities, copyrights and musical arrangements, compulsory mechanicals, and performance rights organizations.

This workshop is free to attend! Wednesday, September 24th, 7pm
Join us in person: Spokane Regional Labor Council, 510 S. Elm St. Spokane.
Or sign up here: https://forms.gle/YrSd3fmRd1cfJrYeA to receive a Zoom link.

Jim Zimpel, Associate Dean of the College of Arts & Architecture and an Associate Professor of Sculpture + Extended Media at Montana State University in Bozeman presents a visual art exhibition in the discipline of Sculpture at the SFCC Fine Art Gallery. Zimpel states, “My work constructs factual and imaginary entry points and rituals-they are the means to process, explore and understand things that are actually, or perceived as, inaccessible.”

The members of the Spokane Watercolor Society showcase their diverse styles in water media art, juried by EWU professor Jenny Hyde. First Friday Opening Reception will be on September 5 from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and will feature an awards ceremony, live violin and flute music, and juror's critique of the work. Come and join us for an inspiring "family and friends" free activity. The show will run through September 26 at Spokane Art School.

In the show titled “Going Wild”, RRAFA artists are challenged to pass up the peaceful and quiet landscapes or still lifes and add action and unusual ideas to their art. A sleeping bear is a wild bear, but not a wild idea. Out with the pastel and pleasant and in with bright colors and exceptional designs! The artists are encouraged to courageously think outside the box or create something unique in the box.

When Yasuko Mayhew started ceramics 18 years ago, she made an instant connection working with clay that allowed her to express her love and admiration for all types of beautiful little creatures. In the process of portraying animals, birds, fish, or amphibians realistically, she challenged herself to transform hard and heavy clay to look light, warm, rough, smooth, or fragile, to allow each piece to come to life with a "soul", because as Yasuko says, "creating an animal piece is a very solemn, quiet moment, like a prayer".

Stop by Pottery Place Plus in the Historic Liberty Building this Sept to enjoy her new enchanting ceramic world. Stop by on First Friday on Sept 5th between 5pm-8pm to meet Yasuko in person!

Trackside Studio Ceramic Art Gallery opens Dot to Dash, and invitionational exhibit of surface rich, low to mid range fired ceramics by 5 artists from across the United States. • Israel Davis - Ada, Michagan, Dehmie Dehmlow - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Nancy Gardner - Forest Park, Illinois, Dennis Meiners - Portland, Oregon, and Taylor Sijan - Netcong, New Jersey. Exhibit opens First Friday of September, and continues through the month with regular gallery hours Wednesday through Friday, 11 AM - 5 PM. All info at www.TracksideStudio.net