May 13 Monday
In May 2024 the Liberty Gallery hosts a preview show of artwork by artists who participate in the Little Spokane River Artist Studio Tour (LSRAST), which celebrates its 17th year in 2024! Every year, on the last Saturday in September, thousands of people come from far and wide to meet about 50 artists, exhibiting their art at working studios across the magnificent Little Spokane River Valley. It's an absolutely gorgeous setting that people love, admire and appreciate.
This year, the LSRAST show will be held on Saturday, September 28th, one day only from 10 am to 5 pm, and includes artists exhibiting at four art studios: Gina Freuen, Jill Smith, Maggie Andersen and Collista Krebs.
The Liberty Gallery preview show gives collectors a sneak peek at the art and a chance to meet Little Spokane artists, and provides the opportunity to purchase art without having to wait until September. Our preview will be available for your viewing from April 28 – May 25; the opening night reception to Meet the Artists is Friday May 3 from 5-8 pm. Stop by the gallery in the Historic Liberty Building this May '24 to see the show!
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!
Hear the incredible talent of students from local high schools along with established local poet Stephen Pitters!
Jazz Night run by Imagine Jazz led by Rachel Bade-McMurphy and Brendan McMurphy featuring a rotating cast of local jazz professionals. Seasonal themed nights with special guests. Jam session follows at 9pm. Cover Charge applies, all ages.
Every Monday night John Firshi leads local and traveling musicians on traditional and modern blues tunes.
May 14 Tuesday
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/
May 15 Wednesday
Did you know, the hourly median wage in Washington State is $34/hour, and the industry needs five thousand new BMET’s by 2025.Healthcare is one of the largest industries in the nation employing millions of workers and growing. Biomedical Equipment Technicians (BMET’s) are an essential part of the healthcare team. BMET’s maintain and repair a variety of medical equipment including, ultrasound machines, defibrillators, drug administration pumps, anesthesia machines and much more. SCC will be hosting an event centered around the BMET career. Washington State Biomedical Association, Providence, Kootenai Health, and others will be in attendance to showcase some of the equipment and career opportunities in the area. We will also be offering tours of the BMET classroom and lunch will be provided. This is a wonderful opportunity for individuals looking for a fulfilling career with amazing benefits.
Join certified yoga teacher Steve Peck for a chair yoga practice. Chairs and blocks are provided. Please bring a water bottle.