April 2025

To Apr 13 • Romeo & Juliet, Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard, Th-Sat, 7:30 p.m., Sat-Sun 2 p.m., 325-2507, spokanecivictheatre.com

To Apr 20 • Hamilton, musical following rise of founding faither Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love and a legacy to shape the course of a nation, First Interstate Center for the Arts, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd, Tues to Sat 7:30 p.m., Sat-Sun 1 p.m., 279-7000, broadwayspokane.com

To May 4 
• The Evolution of the Japanese Sword, exhibit showcasing swords as more than a weapon of war, as works of high art, treasured and collected for their beauty and craftsmanship, northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, Tues to Sun 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org

To June 1
• Samura, Sunrise, Sunset, exhibit showcasing the world of samurai, armor, weaponry and personal items from the powerful military class that ruled Japan for nearly 700 years, northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, Tues to Sun 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org

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Apr 1      
• Helga Melmed: Holocaust- Auschwitz Survivor, Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd, Helga Melmed shares story and conditions endured during reign of Nazi regime and her fight to stay alive in the most infamous death camp, 7 p.m., 990-7878, rabbihahn@gmail.com, spokanecenter.com

Apr 1&3, 15&17, 22&24, 29 and May 1
• Second Harvest April Cooking classes, free and open to the community, esp. food assistance recipients, includes free prepared meal and groceries, 1234 E. Front Ave., near route 14 Bus Stop, Tues 5:30 to 7 p.m., Th, 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m., 252-6279,
2-harvest.org/the-kitchen/

Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
• Tuesday Gallery Talks, with museum staff or docent who will discuss current exhibit, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, 11 a.m., 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org
• Heartistry: Artistic Wellbeing, environment for self-discovery, connect with basic artistic concepts and activities or respond to mindfulness prompt, Spark Central, 1214 W. Summit Pkwy, 3 to 5 p.m., 279-0299

Apr 1, 8, 14, 15, 22, 29
• Memory Café, provides caregivers connection with each other and people experiencing memory loss, socializing, building networks with music, crafts and more, North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., Tues 11 a.m., 893-8350, Apr 14, Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald, 10 to 11 a.m., 893-8400, scld.org/events

*Apr 1, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 to May 20
• Volunteer Tree Potting Days at Turnbull NWR, tools and equipment provided, 26010 S. Smith Rd., Cheney, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., 559-3030, Joshua_contois@fws.gov, fws.gov/refuge/turnbull

Apr 1-30  
• Bites & Books: Turning the Page on Hunger Community Food Drive, Spokane County Library District Libraries, bring nonperishable canned and packaged food to any library to end food insecurity, cereal and peanut butter needed most, Second Harvest and other local food banks will distribute food. For library locations and distributing food banks, scld.org

Apr 2      
• Monthly Bird Walk, with birding expert around Saltese Flats, identify birds, teach basic birding skills and take census, 1-4 miles depends on weather, Doris Morrison Learning center, 1330 S. Henry, Greenacres, 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., spokanecounty.org/5360/Doris-Morrison-Learning-Center-DMLC
• Free Tax Filing Workshop, Manzanita House, DSHS, Nuestras Raices, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., bring Social Security number, 2023 Tax Return, W-2, register, mmoghaddasi@mhspokane.org, 309-8404
• Dementia: Warning Signs & Early Diagnosis, for unpaid caregivers and healthcare workers, in-depth dementia topics, South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m., 444-5300, amurcar@spokanelibrary.org, spokanelibrary.org
• Start by Believing Day at Sweet Frostings portions of proceeds benefits Lutheran Community Services Northwest Spokane, meet advocates, support survivors, 15 S. Washington St., 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., lcsnw.org
• WA Department of Commerce Community Engagement Event, opportunity to provide input on Washington's new statewide comprehensive climate action plan, Spokane Public Library, 5 to 6:30 p.m.,
• Immigration Resident on the Horizon Films, with Latinos En Spokane, commemorates Latino immigrant history, labor and contribution to the state and collective struggle faced by community organizations, Magic Lantern Screening, 25 W. Main, 6 p.m. latinosenspokane.org
• Romeo & Juliet Fundraiser for Partnering for Progress, benefit programs in Kenya, Spokane Civic Theatre, 1020 N. Howard St., 6 to 9:30 p.m., 720-8408, info@partneringforprogress.org, partneringforprogress.org
• The Expanse, 90-minute session, reconnect with inner spirit through breathwork, sound healing, somatic touch, movement, meditation, safe space provided for the group, Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 11507 S. Keeney, 6:30 to 8 p.m., 981-5698, support@iamalliance.me, iamalliance.me

Apr 2, 16 
• Open Art Night, bring materials and spend time with fellow creatives, Lunarium, 1925 n. Monroe, 6 to 9 p.m., facebook.com/Lunarium.Spokane
• Spokane Folklore Society Contra Dance, Woman's Club of Spokane, 1428 W. 9th, 7:15 to 9:30 p.m., 838-2190, spokanefolklore.org

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
• Spokane Community Against Racism Meeting, Community Building/Saranac Commons, 19 W. Main, 12 noon, scarspokane.org
• Practical Centering Yoga, and pilates movements led by instructor Larking Barnett, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First, 1:30 to 2: 30 p.m., 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org

Apr 3      
• Fig Tree Benefit and Board meetings, Zoom, noon – Benefit, 1 p.m., Board, mary@thefigtree.org
• "Chef Matt's Heavenly Kitchen: Simple Recipes, Big Flavors," cooking class with Immaculate Heart Retreat Center Chef, Matt McDaniels, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., register, 448-1244, ihrc.net
• Side by Side Concert: Spokane Symphony & EWU conductor James Lowe, EWU Showalter Auditorium, Cheney, 7:30 to 11:59 p.m., 359-2241, jsmarshall@ewu.edu, ewu.edu/cahss/fine-performing-arts/music/events

Apr 3-4    
• "Value and Responsibility in AI Technologies," Gonzaga University Institute for Informatics and Applied Technology and Department of Philosophy, Th John & Joan Bollier Family Center for Integrated Science & Engineering Rm 103 1 to 4:45 p.m., Fr Wolff Auditorium, Jepson Center, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., 313-5368, nailen@gonzaga.edu

Apr 3, 29 
• Dementia Friends Information Session, Cheney Library, 610 First St., learn about living with dementia, actions to support people living with dementia, Apr 3, 10:30 a.m., 893-8280, Deer Park Library, 208 Forest St., Apr 29 - 6:30 p.m., 893-8300, scld.org

Apr 4      
• Master of Fine Arts Thesis Artists' Talks and Reception, with Artists Cameron Kester, Anna L. Abigail Nnaji and Sara St. Clair, Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, WSU, 1535 NE Wilson Rd., Pullman, 3 to 6 p.m., 335-1910, artmuse@wsu.edu, museum.wsu.edu
• First Friday; Maria La Fleur and Genie Maples, Avenue West Gallery, 907 W. Boone, 3 to 7 p.m., 838-4999, avenuewestgallery.org

• First Friday, Spokane, Spokane's local artists, incl. Karen Mobley with "big doodles; at Entropy, Moeckel Studio hosting group show "Chaos & Order" feat. Sonny and Lisa with Gwyn Pevonka, Matt Schwenk. Marmot Art Space celebrates 10 years, 5 to 8 p.m., downtownspokane.org/first-friday
• First Fridays with Pend Oreille Arts Council, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., artinsandpoint.org
• Here From the Start, Spokane's Historic International District, AHANA Multi-Ethnic Business Association and Cat on a Window Productions, Premiere at the Magic Lantern, 25 W. Main Ave Ste 150, 6 p.m., square.link/u/Rf4svl7R

Apr 4-6    
• Standing up for Compassion with Venerables Semkye and Jigme, Sravasti Abbey, in person and online, 3 pm. to 2 p.m., sravastiabbey.org/event/standing-up-for-compassion-with-vens-semkye-and-jigme/

Apr 4-6, 10-12
• Something Rotten at Eastern Washington University, Renaissance Farce, EWU Theatre, 1003 Washington St., Cheney, Th 5 to 7 p.m., Fr-Sat 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., Sun 2 to 4 p.m., 359-2459, sgoff@ewu.edu, ewu.edu/cahss/fine-performing-arts/theatre/upcoming-productions/

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25
• Recovery Dharma, supportive space to explore recovery through mindfulness, meditation and community, Alchemy Hillyard, 3308 N. Crestline St., 8:30 a.m., 903-9084, alchemy.hillyard@gmail.com, Instagram.com/alchemy.hillyard

Apr 5      
• Indigenous Birth Justice Childbirth Education Classes, IBJ Center, 3204 W. Riverview Dr., Covering pregnancy, labor, comfort techniques, medical procedures, cesarean birth, newborns, postpartum, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., amip@helmxilp.org
• Eco-Anxiety Café, Manito United Methodist Church, 3220 S. Grand, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., register at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd8-ZSFrijr3oPZR00-PMO1W-RkS_klKglifuqo52Zwu7t8Ow/viewform
• Crafting & Art Supply Swap, North Spokane Library, 44 W. Hawthorne Rd., bring and exchanged used arts and crafts supplies, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 893-8350, scld.org
• Ecstatic Dance with Tahlia Rubin, Harmony woods, 11507 S. Keeney Rd., 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 998-9957, harmonywoods.org
• Clothing Swap, Trans Spokane and Spokane Pride, Spokane Public Library, 906 W. Main, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., spokanelibrary.org
• Hands Off, League of Women Voters, BA Clark Park 3922 N. Normandie St., NE Corner, 3 to 5 p.m., https://handsoff2025.com
• Inland Northwest Bluegrass Music Association, Unitarian Universalist Church, 4340 Whistalks Way, 4 to 6 p.m., inlandnwbluegrass@gmail.com, spokanebluegrass.org 
• April Showers Auction, The Lands Council's 40th, dinner, silent and live auction, Riverside Place, 1110 W. Riverside, 5 to 8:30 p.m., thelandscouncil.org, cbo.io/tickets/aprilshowers25/tix
• Imagine Jazz, Michael Mayo at Hamilton Studio, 1427 W. Dean, 6 to 7:15 p.m., eventbrite.com/e/imagine-jazz-presents-michael-mayo-at-hamilton-studio-tickets-1221617343359
• Divine Men's Circle, Authenticity & Breakthrough with Harry Neff, LMHC and Travis Fletcher Yogi, for men to foster connection in relationships with themselves and others, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m., Shala Living Yoga, 412 W. Boone, clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/ws

Apr 5-6    
• Arts and Crafts Fair, Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes, silent auction, quilts, home goods, children's items, devotionals, artisan gifts, 1115 W. Riverside Ave., Sat 4 to 5:45 p.m., Sun 7:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., 358-4290, spokanecathedral.com

Apr 6      
• Intentional Community Gathering, sharing space with song, ceremony and spirituality, Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 11507 S. Keeney, 1 to 4 p.m., 993-2968, harmonywoodsretreat@gmail.com, harmonywoods.org
• Virtuoso Music for Cello and Piano, Dr. Kevin Hekmatpanah cello, Yoon-Wha Roh, pianist, performing Boccherini, Schubert, Chopin and Rachmaninoff, Harrington Opera House, 19 S. Third, Harrington, 3 to 4:30 p.m., 253-4719, info@harringtonoperahouse.org, harringtonoperahouse.org
• Earthly Apothecary, Yarrow, Achillea millefolium, Tea, Tincture, Poultices, Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 11507 S. Keeney Rd., 5 to 7 p.m., earthlyapothecary@gmail.com, harmony woods.org

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27
• Spokane Community Against Racism Coffee, Saranac Commons/Community Building,

19 W. Main, 9 a.m., scarspokane.org

Apr 7 -11 
• Nature's Awakening Spring Break Camp, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Harmony Woods with excursions to James T Slaven Conservation Area, harmonywoods.org

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28
• Beginning Modern Dance with Vytal Movement Dance, Director Vincas Greene based on Cunningham technique, 7 S. Howard St., 12 p.m., 601-3303, vgreene@vytalmovement.org, vytalmovement.org

Apr 8      
• Eastern Washington Legislative Conference Team, Zoom, 1 p.m., 535-4112, kaye@thefigtree.org
• "Waste-d in Spokane: Talking Trash, with Elisabeth Murphy, Spokane County Environmental Services," League of Women Voters at The Hive, 4:30 p.m.,
• PJALS Action Committee, Zoom, 5:30 p.m., sjackson@pjals.org
• Edible Native Plants & How To Grow Them, Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., Erin Nelson, teaches identification of edible plants of the Pacific Northwest and tips to grow them successfully, 6:30 p.m., 893-8400, scld.org
• Soulful Sounds in Spokane! Montvale Event Center, 1019 W. 1st Ave., 7 p.m., acuteinflections.com/product/04-08-2025

Apr 8, 12 
• Sensory Relaxed Movie Screenings, The Garland Theater, slightly brighter lights, lower volume and designated areas to move around, dance, walk or sit during showings, 924 W. Garland, Tue 6:30 p.m., Sat 11:30 a.m., 327-1050, garlandtheater.org

Apr 8, 22 
• The Echoes Within: Monthly Sound Healing with I AM, 90 minute sound healing journey designed to harmonize mind, body and soul, I AM Alliance, 7 S. Howard, STE 222, 6:30 to 8 p.m., 981-5698, support@iamalliance.me, iamalliance.me

Apr 9      
• Cap Cut Magic: Turn Video Clips into Stories, Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., learn video editing, improve content creation using CapCut, for ages 13-17, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., 893-8400, scld.org
• Romeo & Juliet, Civic Theatre Fundraiser for Mission Community Outreach Center, sponsored by Kiwanis Club of East Spokane, 1020 N. Howard, 6 to 9 p.m., Mark Kinney 499-5809
• Dementia Friends Information Session, Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., learn about dementia, living with dementia and ways to support people living with dementia, 6:30 p.m., 893-8340, scld.org

Apr 9, 23          
• Traditional Bluegrass Jam, The Jacklin Arts & Cultural Center, 405 N. Williams, Post Falls, 5:30 p.m., Free, (208) 457-8950, thejacklincenter.org

Apr 10     
• Hands On: Workshop for Little Makers, hands-on exploration to experience art, Art Salvage Spokane 610 E. North Foothills Dr., 10 to 11 p.m., 798-9039, artsalvage.com
• Magod for Muggles: Crafts & Activities, Harry Potter themed charms, magical creatures, quidditch practice and more, grades K-5, Fairfield Library, 305 E. Main, 11 a.m., 893-8320, scld.org
• Medicare One-on-One Counseling, ALTCEW and SHIBA, receive free, unbiased one-on-one counseling with trained volunteer, to answer questions to make informed decision, Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., 1 to 4 p.m., 893-8400, scld.org
• Free Immigration Clinic, Latinos En Spokane, 1502 N. Monroe, 5 to 7 p.m., latinosenspokane.org
• Recovery City, Change is a Lifetime Journey, Spokane Falls Community College, documentary with Q&A, 5:30 to 8 p.m., eventbrite.com/e/recovery-city-documentary-tickets-1297372850119
• Dementia Caregivers Workshop, For unpaid and professional caregivers, in-depth exploration of dementia, effective communication strategies, understanding and responding to behaviors, strengths-based approach, North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne, 6:30 p.m., 893-8350, scld.org
• Thursday Night Dances, senior-friendly extravaganza, live music by TNT and refreshments, Southside Community Center, 3151 E. 27th, 7 to 9:30 p.m., 535-0803, director@southsidecenter.com, southsidescc.org

Apr 10-13
• GetLit! Festival, 40+ Literary events, in-person and virtual, celebrating 65+ talented writers from INW and beyond, full days of readings, writing workshops, craft classes, panel discussions, literary happy hours, virtual events, a book fair, and more, https://getlitfestival2025.sched.com

Apr 11  
• Second Friday Artwalk, Stroll The streets and enjoy locally and nationally-acclaimed artists, local shops, restaurants and businesses, Sherman Ave., Downtown Coeur d'Alene, 5 to 8 p.m., (208) 415-0116, artsandculturecda.org
• Sacred Alaska, by St. Gregorios Malankara Orthodox Church, documents how Orthodox Christianity came to Alaska, Magic Lantern Theatre, 7 p.m., 25 W. Main, facebook.com/stgregoriosspokane         
• Second Friday Society Contra Dance, Sandpoint Parks and Recreation at Sandpoint Community Hall, 204 S First Ave., 7 to 10 p.m., sandpointcontra@gmail.com, sandpointidaho.gov

Apr 11&12
• Rebuilding the Anti-Nuclear Weapons Movement Together, Pacific Northwest Nuclear Weapons Conference, Seattle First Baptist church, 1111 Harvard Ave., tinyurl.com/NoNukePNW
• Student Choreography Showcase, Gonzaga University Magnuson Theatre, 502 E. Boone Ave., Student Choreography and Boundless Dance Classes, 7 p.m., 313-6662, dance@gonzaga.edu, Gonzaga.edu/dance

Apr 12     
• Zero Land Fill Spokane, bring bag or box to collect fabric, carpet, wall covering, wood, tile, stone glass, rubber, vinyl, laminate for projects, Spokane Hardware Supply, Inc., lidanpc@inlandnw@gmail.com, register at iida-northernpacific.org/events/iida-spokane-zerolandfill-pic-up  
• Active Living Expo, 40 vendors and speakers, sponsored by Spokesman Review regional resources, health, travel, financial planning, hobbies, , Mirabeau Park Hotel and Conventional Center, 1100 N. Sullivan Rd., Spokane Valley, 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., (208) 651-7362, events@spokesman.com, spokesman.com
• Holistic Festival, 50 booths, organic/natural products and remedies, body care and pain relief, Centerplace Regional Event Center, 2426 S. Discovery Pl, Spokane Valley, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., 468-9001, clg500@hotmail.com, holisticfestivals.com
• Starving Artist Sale, 65 Students, alumni and local artists showcase and sell work, Pitman Center, University of Idaho, 709 S. Deakin St., Moscow, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., (208) 874-9164, kyongmcclain@uidaho.edu,uidaho.edu
• Climate Chats Café: Sip, Share, & Connect, with Asians for Collective Liberation, space to talk about climate change in welcoming environment, First Avenue Coffee, 1011 W. First Ave., 1 p.m., rsvp at bit.ly/climatechatscafe
• Rock the Runway, show, silent auction, dinner and more benefiting The Arc of Spokane, Spokane Convention Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., 4:30 to 8 p.m., 279-7000, events@arc-spokane.org, arc-spokane.org
• Pamela Benton Band, Hamilton Studio, 1427 W. Dean, 6 p.m., 327-9501, Eventbrite.com/e/pamela-benton-band-tickers-1123109563939
• Spokane Folklore Society Contra Dance and Polka Party, East Spokane Grange, 7 to 9:30 p.m., 838-2160, myspokanefolklore@gmail.com, spokanefolklore.org

Apr 13     
• Sharing the Dharma Day, with Sravasti Abbey Community, studying Thubten Chodron's Working with Anger: Buddhist Teachings on Patience, Acceptance & Transforming Negativity, YouTube Live 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., visit for link sravastiabbey.org/event/sharing-the-dharma-day-04-13-2025/
• 38th Annual Ramen Fest and Spokane Buddhist Temple Open House, 927 S. Perry, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., spokanebuddhisttemple.org
• Monthly Mindful Men's Collective, Sacred Rebel Fellowship, discussing spirituality, purpose, relationships, health and wellness, Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 1 to 3 p.m., harmonywoods.org
• Spring Sowing Gardening Class, Fairmount Memorial Association and Timber Run Reserve, hands-on, learn, plant and take seedlings home, 822 N. Government Wy, 1:30 to 3 p.m., 326-6813, information@timberrunreserve.com, timberrunreserve.com
• Intermediate/Advanced Contemporary/Modern Dance Class, Vytal Movement Dance, 7 S. Howard St., 2 to 3:30 p.m., 601-3303, vgreene@vytalmovement.org, vytalmovement.org
• The Endless Nakba: A Palestine Film Series, Inland Northwest Coalition for the Liberation of Palestine, documentaries at the Magic Lantern Theatre, 25 W. Main, 4 to 7 p.m., inwclp.com
• gaYme night, Spectrum Center, fun and board games for ages 18 +, 1514 N. Monroe St., 5 to 9 p.m., tinyurl.com/spectrumgayming

Apr 14     
• Jazz Night, rotating local and regional jazz performers, The Bad Seed, 2936 E. Olympic, 7 to 10 p.m., 822-7439, rachel@imaginejazz.org, imaginjazz.org

• PFAS in the Spokane River, free public meeting with West Plains Water Coalition, Unitarian Universalist Church of Spokane, 4340 W. Whistalks Wy, 7 p.m., livestream: youtube.com/live/SF0VgZTu--Y
• Whitworth Community Chorale & Concert Band Spring Concert, The Fox Theater, 1001 W. Sprague, 7:30 to 9 p.m., 624-1200, music@whitworth.edu, foxtheaterspokane.org

Apr 14-16
• "Participation in the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ," Immaculate Heart Retreat Center Holy Week Retreats, Women's Silent Retreat, Bishop Michael Warfel, pre-register, 448-1224, ihrc.net

Apr 14, 28
• Native Cultural Craft Nights, American Indian Community Center, 1025 W. Indiana,, 5 to 7 p.m., 535-0886, aiccinfo509@gmail.com, aiccinc.org

Apr 15     
Thrive International, Spokane Public Library and Chrysalis Gallery showcase artists selling their work, celebrating diversity and offering chance to learn about different cultures, Spokane Public Library 906 W. Main, 1 to 5 p.m., spokanelibrary.org, thriveinternational.org
• Youth Gayme Night, Spectrum Center, fun and board games for queer, two-spirit, trans and awesome youth, 1514 N. Monroe St., 3 to 7 p.m., tinyurl.com/spectrumgayming
• "Active Hope for a Livable Future: Divesting from Fossil Fuels," Gonzaga University Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, Anna Johnson shares that it's time to re-evaluate fossil fuels, 6 p.m., 313-6942, climateinstitute@gonzaga.edu, Gonzaga.edu/ClimateEvents
• Mapping the Pacific Northwest's Glacial Legacy, Daniel Coe, shares historical and modern maps as a visual journey through the past and present, Cheney Library, 610 First St., 6:30 p.m., 893-8280, scld.org

Apr 16     
• Soil Smart-Soil Wise Rethinking Lawns Webinar, 5:30 p.m., https://www.soilsmart-soilwise.org

Apr 17     
• "Building Restorative Practices in Community," YWCA Equity for All 2025, Panel with Jaime Stacy, Moderator, April Eberhardt, Inga Laurent, Melodi Wynne, immersive experience fostering courageous conversations to further YWCA's mission to eliminate racism and empower women discussions, performances and experiential component allow participants to feel impact of restorative circle work, Hamilton Studio, 1427 W. Dean Ave., 5 to 7 p.m., doors open 4:45 p.m., equity@ywca.org, ywcaspokane.org/event/equityforall2025/

• Disability Town Hall Meeting, Washington State Governor's Committee on Disability, hybrid on Zoom and in-person, Spokane City Council chambers, 808 W. Spokane Falls Blvd., Ste 332, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., register esd-wa-gov.zoom.us/meeting/register/
• NAACP Monthly Meeting, Spokane Community College Building 6, Student Lair, 6:30 to 8 p.m. spkncpbr@gmail.com, facebook.com/spokane.naacp
• Rhythm of the Soul, Breath and Sound Journey, Harmony Woods, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., harmony woods.org
• Jazz from the Silver Screen: Dmitri Matheny and David Larsen, Hamilton Studio, 1427 W. Dean Ave, 7 p.m., 327-9501, larsenjazz.com/event/5966380/712092219/jazz-from-the-silver-screen-dmitri-matheney-and-david-larsen

Apr 17-19
• "Participation in the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Christ" Immaculate Heart Retreat Center Holy Week Retreats, Men's Silent Retreat, Bishop Michael Warfel, pre-register, 448-1224, ihrc.net

Apr 17-26
• The Unsinkable Molly Brown, miner's wife, overnight millionaire, survives the Titanic, Lake City high School, 6101 N. Ramsey Rd., Coeur d'Alene, Th-Sat 7 p.m., Sat Apr 26 2 p.m., (208) 769-0769, troupedewolfe.org

Apr 18     
• Taste of Hope, fun and fundraising benefitting The ISAAC Foundation, games, silent and live auctions, dinner, dessert dash, wine and beer tastings, Shriners Event Center, 7212 W. Westbow Blvd., 6 to 9 p.m., 325-1515, hello@theisaacfoundation.org, theisaacfoundation.org

Apr 18-19
• Grand Opening, Museum of North Idaho, 720 E. Young Ave., Coeur d'Alene, (208) 664-3448, info@museumni.org, museumni.org

Apr 18-22
• Unveil the Trail clean-up Earth Day weekend, Friends of the Centennial Trial. Adopt-A-Mile groups and community volunteers clean the Spokane River Centennial Trail. Interested volunteers, contact State Parks Volunteer Program Coordinator Rianna Bidon, 465-5064 x 133, rianna.bidon@parks.wa.gov

Apr 18 – May 4
• James and the Giant Peach, musical adventure and adaptation of Roald Dahl's classic, Spokane Children's Theatre, 2727 N. Madelia, Fr 7 to 10 p.m., Sat, Sun 2 to 5 p.m.,

328-4886, boxoffice@spokanechildrenstheatre.org, spokanechildrenstheatre.org

Apr 19     
• Kimora Garden Sustainable "High Fashion" Pop-up, 908 E. Ermina
• 5th Annual Tree Hero/Earth Day/Arbor Day celebration, learn about the environment, how urban forests, ways, planting trees impact the community, free seedlings, garden starts, house plants, arts, crafts and kids activities, environmental demonstrations, raffle and prizes, screen printing (bring plain t-shirt/sweatshirt), free produce, resource tables, Hilyard Community Campus, 4091 N. Regal St., 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., lisamat@spokaneschools.org
• Spokane Bike Swap, Spokane County Fairgrounds, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., spokanebikeswap.com
• 2025 Earth Day River Clean Up, Spokane Riverkeeper, High Bridge Park, 212 A St., bring sturdy walking shoes, dress for weather, sunscreen, gloves and reusable water bottle, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., spokaneriverkeeper.org/calendar/2025/4/19/earth-day-river-cleanup
• Idaho Panhandle Film Festival, sponsored by Across Bank Street Films, Wallace Elks #331, 419 Cedar St., Wallace, (208) 215-7888, acrossbankstreet@gmail.com
• Saturday with the Symphony, Coeur d'Alene Symphony with book reading, Coeur d'Alene Public Library, 702 E. Front, 11 a.m., (208) 769-2315, cdalibrary.org
• Spring in Spokane Makers Market, featuring local artisans, creatives and makers selling goods, Page 42 Bookstore, 2174 N. Hamilton St., 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., 202-2551, page42spokane.com
• Sibling Spotlight, opportunity for neurotypical kids 6 to 11 to connect, share and play in safe environment, supported by peer mentors and facilitator, Roni Gross, SPS special education teacher, The ISAAC Foundation, 606 W. Sharp, 1 to 3 p.m., 325-1515, hello@theisaacfoundation.org, theisaacfoundation.org
• iNaturalist: City Nature Challenges, North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., make observations around the neighborhood and submit them to the iNaturalist app during this annual challenge, 2 p.m., 893-8350, scld.org
• Discovery Saturday: Cosmic Kids, activities for kids pre-K to 5th grade impacted by autism, rare disorders or developmental delays with sensory projects, arts and crafts in safe, welcoming environment, The Isaac Foundation, 606 W. Sharp, 3 to 4:30 p.m., 325-1515, hello@theisaacfoundation.org, theisaacfoundation.org
• Sparkle & Spend, auction featuring vintage furs, artwork, rare books, for Spokane Preservation Advocates, The Washington Cracker Co. Building, 304 W. Pacific, Ste 310, 5:30 to 9 p.m., spokanepreservation.org, preservespo.schoolauction.net/sparklespend/
• Timeworm, Hamilton Studio, 1427 W. Dean, 7 p.m., 327-9501, eventbrite.com/e/timeworm-tickets-1236500910509

Apr 20     
• Easter Sunrise Service, Fairmount Memorial Association, at Greenwood Memorial Terrace, 211 N. Government Wy, experience peace and beauty of Easter morning service, music and reflection surrounded by Spokane's sunrise views, donations for Children's Miracle Network, Sacred Heart Children's Hospital, 6:30 a.m., mwinslow@fairmountmemorial.com

Apr 21     
• Dementia Basics and Community Support, Shadle Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, 5:30 p.m., 444-5300, amurcar@spokanelibrary.org, spokanelibrary.org
• Scripture Circle with Tara Owens, Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., harmonywoods.org, anamcara.com/scripture-circles/

Apr 22     
• Medicare Related Cost-Saving Program, free, unbiased presentation for enrollees in Medicare or Medicare beneficiaries, of options, qualifications and savings, Airway Heights Library, 1213 S. Lundstrom St., 2 p.m., 893-8250, scld.org
• Graduating in the Age of Trump, Brian Henning, director of the Gonzaga Institute for Climate, Water and the Environment, discusses challenge of pursuing climate action in time of social, political and ecological turmoil, Gonzaga University Hemmingson Auditorium, 702 E. Desmet Ave., 6 to 7:30 p.m., Gonzaga.edu/ClimateEvents

• "The Sirens," a play about climate change by local artist Madeline McNeill. Three archetypal characters, Nature, Culture and Philosophy discuss how views of the body relate to care for the environment, Haystack Heights Cohousing Common House, 731 S. Garfield, 6 p.m.
• City of Spokane Earth Day Community Workshop, West Central Community Center, 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Apr 22-23
• "Our Community, Our River," Spokane River Forum Conference, The Centennial Hotel, learn more and register at spokaneriver.net/conf

Apr 23     
• We Want the Funk! An Indie Lens Pop-Up Documentary Screening & Concert, Spokane Public Library and KSPS PBS, 906 W. Main, 5 p.m., spokanelibrary.org  
• Water Wise Wednesday Workshops: Gardening for Bees, Butterflies, Birds, Bats & Beetles, Water Wise Spokane, Spokane Public Library, South Hill Library, 3324 S. Perry St., 5:30 p.m., 444-5300, telref@spokanelibrary.org
• Family Reading Night in Spanish, meal with Spanish-speaking families, librarian reads story to discuss as a family, ages 6-10 with families, register, Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., 6 to 7:30 p.m. 893-8400, scld.org
• Common Ground, documentary about changing the way we farm to save the environment, with Spokane Riverkeeper and the Washington Department of Ecology, Garland Theater 7 p.m., spokaneriverkeeper.org
• Swan Lake, presented by Classical Arts Entertainment, State Ballet Theatre of Ukraine, Bing Crosby Theater, 901 W. Sprague Ave., 7:30 p.m., 227-7404, bingcrosbytheater.com

Apr 23, 30
• Gardening for Kids, Master Gardener Cecilia McGowan teaches Grades K-5 about plants and lifecycles, hands-on learning and stories, Deer Park Library, 208 Forest St., 3:30 p.m., 893-8300, Medical Lake Library, 3212 Herb St., 3:30 p.m., 893-8330, scld.org

Apr 24     
• Sierra Club Outing at Bowl & Pitcher Riverside State Park, details TBD, sierraclub.org/washington/upper-columbia-river
• The Lowe Down, Spokane Symphony Music Director James Lowe, in-depth preview of Masterworks with visuals, insight from orchestra musician and discussion, information on composers, historic and modern relevance of the compositions, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture, 2316 W. First Ave., 12 p.m., 456-3931, northwestmuseum.org
• PJALS Member Gathering, 6 to 7:30 p.m. Location TBD, pjals.org
• The Thomas S. Foley Award for Distinguished Public Service 2025, for former U.S. Secretary of Defense and former director of the CIA, Leon Panetta, Washington State Foley Institute at John J. Hemmingson Center, 702 E. Desmet, foley.wsu.edu/foley-distinguished-service-award-2025/

Apr 24-26
• Friends of the Library Book Sale, Shadle Park Library, 2111 W. Wellesley, Presale Th 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Fr 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., 444-5300, telref@spokanelibrary.org

Apr 24 – May 4
• An American in Paris, in the wake of WWII, a young American soldier, a French girl and a European city, Regional Theatre of the Palouse, 122 N. Grand Ave., Pullman, Th-Sat 7:30 p.m., Sat-Sun 1:30 p.m., 334-0750, rtoptheatre@gmail.com, rtoptheatre.org

 Apr 25    
• Spokane Valley Arbor Day, tree bingo, coloring, crafts, ask an arborist booth, seedling giveaways, info booths, interactive activities and games, Mirabeau Park, 13500 E. Mirabeau Pkwy, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., spokanevalleywa.gov/240/Arbor-Day-Celebration
• Song Circle with Laurence Cole, Harmony Woods Retreat Center, 6 to 8 p.m., laurencecole.com, harmonywoods.org    
• CDAide Care Affair, benefit featuring local chefs, silent and live auctions, paddle raise and live music, The Coeur d'Alene Resort, 115 S. Second, Coeur d'Alene, 5 to 8:30 p.m., (208) 765-4000, cdaide.org
• Travel as a Political Act, with Rick Steves, KSPS PBS, Northern Quest Resort & Casino, 100 N. Hayford Rd., Airway Heights, 443-7700, ksps@ksps.org, ksps.org
• Cheers for Kids, dinner benefit for Vanessa Behan, Barrister Winery, 21 and over, 6 to 9 p.m., e.givesmart.com/events/HnZ/
• Fourth Friday Contra Dance, Sinto Activity Center, 1124 W. Sinto, 7 to 10 p.m., 533-9955, sdanko@cet.com

Apr 25 -26
• Corbin Senior Activity Center's Spring Fling Arts & Crafts Show, 827 W. Cleveland, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., recreation@corbinseniorcenter.org, corbinseniorcenter.org
• Gonzaga Spring Dance Concert, ballet, modern, jazz, tap and other works choreographed by Gonzaga Dance faculty and students, Myrtle Woldson Performing Arts Center, 211 E. Desmet, 7:30 p.m., 313-2787, dance@gonzaga.edu, Gonzaga.edu/dance

Apr 26     
• Earth Fest, The Lands Council at Turnbull Wildlife Refuge, 26010 S. Smith Rd, Cheney9 a.m. to 12 p.m., landscouncil.org
• Cool Canopy Spokane Valley Tree Planting, The Lands Council, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., landscouncil.org
• Medication Take Back Day, Walmart, 2301 W. Wellesley, Return unused, unwanted and expired medications for safe disposal, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., esd101.net
• Daughter of Dachau: Sharing the Voice of Her Father, Clarice Wilsey reads letters from her father's time as a doctor in the Dachau concentration camp, North Spokane Library, 44 E. Hawthorne Rd., 10 a.m., 893-8350, Spokane Valley Library, 22 N. Herald Rd., 1 p.m., 893-8400, scld.org
• Estate Planning Basics, discussing wills vs. revocable living trusts, power of attorney in Washington State, health care directives (living wills and proper beneficiary designations for non-probate assets – life insurance and retirement plans, Deer Park Library, 208 Forest St., 10:30 a.m. To 12 p.m., 893-8300, scld.org
• Spring Plant Swap & Tree Giveaway and Audubon Society "Spring is for Birds" Event, Shadle Park Library, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., spokanelibrary.libnet.info/event/12975057
• Arbor Day Fair, Spokane Audubon Society ,Finch Arboretum, 3404 W. Woodland Blvd., 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., audubonspokane.org/event-calendar/2024/4/10/arbor-day-at-finch
• El Mercadito, Latino cultural market featuring fresh food, cleaning supplies, local vendors, a free health clinic, immigration resources and more, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., latinosenspokane.org
• Family Earth Day Celebration, celebrate earth, learn more hands-on activities from water, food, environment quality and more groups, Spokane Central Library, 906 W. Main, 1 to 3 p.m., events.spokanelibrary.org/event/13158507
• Medical Lake Geology Walk, Chad Pritchard EWU geology professor and Steve Cooper Medical Lake City Wastewater Reclamation director lead trail walk to teach about the lake's history and natural science, Waterfront Park, 1386 S. Lefevre St., 1 to 3:30 p.m., 869-0252, scld.org
• Earth Day Block Party and ReCraft Fair, River City Youth Ops and Spokane Zero Waste, upcycling activities, clothing swap, photo booth fashion show, bike rodeo, food trucks, live music, and community organizations, West Central Abbey, 1832 W. Dean, 2 to 5 p.m., spokanezerowaste.org
• Swan Lake, Grand Kyiv Ballet, tells story of prince who falls in love with beautiful swan princess, stunning choreography sets, and Tchaikovsky's music, First Interstate Center for the Arts, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd, 7 p.m., 279-7000, firstinterstatecenter.org

Apr 26-27
• Communal Grief Retreat, talking circles, singing, poetry movement, sacred listening, ceremony, sharing food and quiet, inspired by Francis Weller's Sobonfu Some and the Five Gates of Grief, harmonywoodsretreat@gmail.com, harmonywoods.org/event/grief-rituals/

Apr 27     
• Heroes Walk 2025, Heroes Homestead, walk to end veteran suicide support them to lead their communities, Riverfront Park, resource fair, 9 a.m., opening 10 a.m., 2K or 5K Walk 10:30 a.m., finish line celebration, 11:30 a.m., Closing 1 p.m., 821-8305, info@heroeshomestead.org, heroeshomestead.org
• Uniting the Inland Northwest, FaVS News, gather to bridge regional divides, breakout sessions, keynote from Itohan Idumwonyi, Humanities Washington Speakers Bureau and Gonzaga University professor, "Ubuntu: How an Ancient African Concept Can Help Human Flourishing." Montvale Event Center, 1019 W. First, 3:30 p.m., Eventbrite.com/e/uniting-the-inland-norhtwest-tickets-1254890644699

 

Apr 28     
• How the Ice Age Floods Changed the Course of the Palouse River, Lloyd Stoess presents two factors that caused shift in the Palouse River, Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., 6:30 p.m., 893-8340, scld.org

Apr 28-May 1
• Idaho Gives, Idaho Community Foundation/Idaho Nonprofit Center, brings the state together to raise money and awareness for Idaho nonprofits, register by April 15, Idahogives.org

Apr 28-May 21
• A Matter of Balance: Preventing Falls, learn strategies to set realistic goals to increase activity and identify environmental adjustments to reduce risk factors. 8 sessions for group discussion, problem solving, brainstorming and gentle exercises, Moran Prairie Library, 6004 S. Regal St., M, W 1:30 to 3:30 p.m., registration required, 893-8340, scld.org

Apr 30     
• Stewarding Faith Property for Community Good, Presbytery of the Inland Northwest, gathers Spokane faith community, city and county leaders to address community needs. City leaders outline community needs and resources. Faith community explores how to steward land and buildings to meet current needs in the community. Consultants for the Ezra 3 Project from Rooted Good lead conversation, for all Spokane area pastors and church leaders, Bethany AME, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Info: drewepeterson@gmail.com
• The Power of Connection: Opening Doors to Opportunity, SNAP's fundraiser, Spokane Central Library 906 W. Main, 20th anniversary of SNAP Financial Access opening doors for local entrepreneurs, families and individuals, bridal fashion show and stories from clients, doors open 11:30 a.m., program, 12 p.m., snapwa.org, snapwa.org/connect

May 1      
• Let's Talk Mental Health, Frontier Behavioral Health, get help and give support, information and resources, , ask questions, dispel myths, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fbh-invites-you-tickets-1274745250359
• Fig Tree Development/Benefit and Board meetings, Zoom, noon - Development, 1 to 3 p.m. - Board, 535-1813, mary@thefigtree.org
• May Day Gathering, Riverfront Park Clocktower, 5 to 8 p.m., latinosenspokane.org

May 2      
• 3rd Annual A Woman's WORTH Gala, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel, 332 N. Spokane Falls Ct., 6 p.m., ghallman@aww.community, awomansworth.co

May 2-3   
• Lead in the Feminine 2025, Northern Quest Resort, info@leadinthefeminine.com
leadinthefeminine.com

May 3      
• "Voices of Our Ancestors," Whitworth Polynesian Club's Annual Lu'au, Whitworth University, Dinner Hixson Union Building (HUB) 5 to 6:30 p.m., Performance, Activities and Country Store, Field House 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., connect.whitworth.edu/s/1619/index.aspx
• "Separated by Land, Connected by Water," EWU Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Club Lu'au, Reese Court, 4 p.m. secure.touchnet.net/C20347_ustores/web/store_main.jsp