JANUARY 2020 CALENDAR

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Until to Jan. 2 | Winter Glow Spectacular – Various times, Orchard Park, 20298 E Indiana Ave Orchard Park will be lit up with Holiday lighting and displays, including animation and music. It’s all FREE, walkable or drivable around the perimeter.

Jan. 4 - 5 | Boy Scout Christmas Tree Recycling – 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Central Valley High School, University High School Parking Lots or home pickup. Minimum suggested donation is $5 for drop off or $10 for pickups. All proceeds go to support Scout Troop 400, an active troop with over 75 boys from across the Spokane Valley.

Jan. 9 | Tailhead Master Plan Public Meeting – 7 p.m., Liberty Lake City Hall, 22710 E Country Vista Dr., Liberty Lake. Jan. 18 | Bingo, Auction, and Chili Feed – 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Veradale

Jan. 18 | Bingo, Auction, and Chili Feed – 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. Veradale United Church of Christ, 611 N. Progress Road, Spokane Valley. We will have Bingo with Prizes a Silent Auction and a night of FUN! Cost is $10.00 at the door for Chile, cornbread, beverage, dessert & 2 Bingo Cards. For more, 509-926-7173 or veradaleucc@gmail.com.

Jan. 18 | Free IT Assistance – 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Downtown Public Library, 12004 E Main Ave, Spokane Valley. Drop by with any of your general technology or computer-related questions during our Open Office Hours, as IT professionals help assist the public. This service is free, and is offered on a first come first serve basis. For more, FutureAda.org

Jan. 25 | Friends of the Library Book Sale – 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E Main Ave, Spokane Valley. Proceeds from book sales support various library programs, activities, and services. Presale access is also available starting at 8:30 a.m. for a $10 admission. For more, 509-994- 5633 or scld.org/friends-of-thelibrary/

Jan. 25 | Fairfield’s Service Club Chili Feed – 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Fairfield Community Center, 304 E Main St, Fairfield. Contribute your own chili dish and eat for free! Or $5 to enjoy all you can eat chili, cornbread, and cinnamon rolls. All profits go towards fixing up “The Baseball Pit” in Fairfield.

RECURRING

ACT 2 Senior Classes | Affordable classes offered by Community Colleges of Spokane to those who are retired or planning to retire. A wide range of courses from geology and history to exercise and art are offered at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place, as well as other locations throughout the area. For more, search for “Act 2” at scc. spokane.edu.

Baha’i Fireside Conversation | 7 to 8 p.m., third Thursday of the month, Spokane Valley Library, 12004 E. Main Ave. Discussion of Baha’i teachings, history and perspectives on resolving the challenges facing humanity. All are welcome. For more, call 599-2411.

Café Card Club | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Tuesdays, On Sacred Grounds, 12212 E. Palouse Hwy., Valleyford. Play pinochle, cribbage, or hearts. For more, call 951-7039 or email onsacredgrounsrising@gmail.com.

Catholic Singles Mingle | Meeting times and locations vary. This group, with no dues, is for single adults of all ages. More at www.meetup. com/Catholic-Singles-Mingle.

Free Last Sunday Lunch | Spokane Valley United Methodist Church, 115 N. Raymond Road, Spokane Valley - 12:30 p.m. on the final Sunday of every month in the church’s Fellowship Hall, Room 115

Grange Meeting and Dessert | 6:30 p.m., third Wednesday of the month, Tri-Community Grange, 25025 Heather St., Newman Lake. The public is welcome for this community-based service organization. For more, call 226- 2202.

Men’s Weekly Bible Study | 7 a.m. Tuesdays. Millwood Presbyterian Church, 3223 N. Marguerite Road, Millwood. The men’s weekly Bible Study meets in the Reception Hall with different members sharing in the leading of the study. All men are invited to join. More at www.millwoodpc.org.

Rockford Crochet Class | 10 a.m. to noon, Saturdays, Harvest Moon, 20 S. First St., Rockford. Free classes. We have crocheters, knitters, embroidery, quilting and needlepoint. Come and share what you are doing. For more, call 291- 3722.

Rockford Historical Society | 11:30 a.m. second Friday of the month (February to November), The Harvest Moon, 20 S. First St., Rockford. For more, call 291-3193.

Spokane County Library District | Locations include Argonne, Fairfield, Otis Orchards, and Spokane Valley. Special events and weekly activities for all ages including book clubs, children’s story times, classes, Lego club, teen anime club and writing clubs. More at scld.org.

Spokane Valley Eagles | 16801 E. Sprague Ave. Breakfast served Sundays 9 to 11:30 a.m. Lunch served Thursdays 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. followed by bingo from 1 to 3:30 p.m. More at www.foe3433. com.

Spokane Valley Partners Food Bank | Weekly distribution takes place Wednesdays and Thursdays at 10814 E. Broadway Ave. by appointment. Appointments are available during the following days/times: Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 3:15 p.m., Thursday, 11 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. (reserved for age 60 and over and physically-handicapped people with limited mobility). Address verification required. To make an appointment, call 927-1153, ext. 10, Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 1 p.m.

Spokane Valley Quilt Guild | Meetings at 7 p.m. on the first Tuesday of February, April, June, August, October and December at Valley Assembly of God Church, 15618 E. Broadway Ave., Spokane Valley. Open to all interested in sharing ideas and skills of our quilting craft. Participants can access a comprehensive library, engage experienced teachers and participate in community service projects. More at svqgspokane.com.

Spokane Valley Senior Citizens Association | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays at CenterPlace, 2426 N. Discovery Place. Activities include bridge, billiards, book club, Red Hat Ladies, Mahjongg, ACT II classes, foot care, Medicare assistance, monthly excursions to Northern Quest Casino, Meals on Wheels location and more. Annual dues are $25/single or $45/couple. For more, call 926-1937 or visit spokanevalleyseniorcenter.org.

MUSIC & THE ARTS

Jan. 5 - 6 | Gulliver’s Travels Auditions – 6pm, TAC at the Lake, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Liberty Lake. The play takes audiences on all four famous voyages, from Lilliput to Brobdingnag to outer space and to the land of the noble Houyhnhnms and the comic Yahoos. Gulliver’s Travels is a joy for actors and audiences everywhere. For more, visit tacatthelake.com.

Jan. 17 - 19 | “The Importance of Being Earnest” Various times. Ignite! Community Theatre,10814 E Broadway Avenue, Spokane Valley. A Booklight (readers theatre) production of Oscar Wilde’s classic that pokes fun at Victorian society. $5 at the door only. More at igniteonbroadway.org.

Jan. 18 | Play in a Day – Lost at Sea Various times. TAC at the Lake, 22910 E. Appleway Ave., Liberty Lake. Play in a Day is an exciting, challenging, and fun workshop where participants devise, direct and act in a 15 minute play that they perform for family and friends. In just one afternoon, we work together to create and perform a unique play! More at tacatthelake.com.

Jan. 18 - 19 | Masterworks 5: Beethoven’s 250th Birthday. Various times. Martin Woldson Theater at the Fox, 1001 W Sprague Ave, Spokane. The Spokane Symphony celebrates the 250th year of Beethoven’s birth with guest violinist Augustin Hadelich playing Beethoven’s Violin Concerto. Tickets start at $21 available at spokanesymphony.org or at 509- 624-1200

RECURRING

Pages of Harmony | 6:30 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays, Thornhill Valley Chapel, 1400 S. Pines Road. Four-part, a cappella harmony, men’s barbershop chorus. More at pagesofharmony.org.

Spirit of Spokane Chorus | 6:45 p.m. Tuesdays, Opportunity Presbyterian Church, 202 N. Pines Road. Make new friends by joining this women’s chorus, specializing in four-part, a cappella harmony in the barbershop style. More at 218-4799.

HEALTH & RECREATION

Jan. 5 | Frost Fest! Volleyball Scrimmage – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m., HUB Sports Center, 19619 E. Cataldo Ave., Liberty Lake. Presented by Evergreen Regional Volleyball Association. For more, contact Lindsay at lindsay@ evergreenregion.org

Jan. 13 - 24 | Two-week Yoga for Osteoporosis Workshop – M, W, F 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., Focused Fitness, 2426 S Dishman Mica Rd. Learn 12 poses which have been shown to stimulate new bone growth and reverse osteoporosis. This workshop is designed to teach the poses and their proper execution so that they can be practiced at home, a 12 minute per day practice. Prior yoga experience in not required. Registration $35 per person. For more, indigoyoga.press or elenemjohnston@gmail.com

RECURRING

Al-Anon Family Meetings | Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Opportunity Christian Church, 708 N. Pines, Spokane Valley. Is there a problem of alcoholism with a relative or a friend? Al-Anon/ Alateen family groups can help. For more, call 456-2125.

DivorceCare Recovery Support Group | Mondays 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., Eastpoint Church, 15303 E. Sprague Ave. Learn how to heal from the deep hurt of divorce and discover hope for your future. DivorceCare for Kids (ages 5-12) meets at the same time and location. Cost is $25 for workbook. More at 892-5255 or eastpointchurch.com.

Military Sobriety Support Group | 10 to 11:30 a.m., Spokane Vet Center, 13109 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. For more, call Steve at 893-4746.

GriefShare Support Group (Mondays)| 6:15 to 8 p.m. Mondays, The ONE Church, east entrance, 15601 E. 24th Ave., Spokane Valley. Most recent program began Feb. 20, but join at any time. Designed to help cope with loss, whether recent or years ago. For more, call Sue at 294-1664 or Jere at 710-3354.

GriefShare Support Group (Thursdays) | 10 a.m. Thursdays, Spokane Valley Church of the Nazarene, 15515 E. 20th Ave. Most recent program began Jan. 17 and runs 13 weeks, but join at any time. If you have lost a loved one and are dealing with grief, stop by to share or just listen. For more, call 926-1545.

Yoga in Rockford | 5:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Rockford Park, 20 W. Emma St., Rockford. In case of inclement weather, classes will be held at Dave’s Autobody, 8 W. Emma St.

Mindful Music & Movement | 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Willow Song Music Therapy Center, 21101 E. Wellesley #102, Otis Orchards. Specifically designed for those living with chronic health issues such as Parkinson’s, dementia, COPD, MS, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, cancer. $10 donation suggested. Facilitated by board-certified music therapist, Carla Carnegie. For more, visit willowsongmusictherapy.com or call 592-7875.

Decreasing Anger Group | 3 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesdays, the Vet Center, 13109 E. Mirabeau Parkway, Spokane Valley. Eligibility: combat veteran from all eras, military sexual trauma survivors. For more, call Steve at 893-4746 to make an intake appointment.

HUB Sports Center | 19619 E. Cataldo Ave., Liberty Lake. Various activities and events occur throughout the week including: • Pickleball drop-in: 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday and Thursday; 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and Sunday. $3/seniors, $5/non-seniors. • Classes including Kenpo Karate, Taekwondo and Fit for YOUR Life. See hubsportscenter.org for cost and times.

CIVIC & BUSINESS

Jan. 15 | Liberty Lake Coworking Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening! – 3 to 6 p.m., Liberty Lake Coworking, 23505 E Appleway Ave, Suite 200. Ribbon cutting, networking and refreshments organized by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce. For more or to register, visit spokanevalleychamber.org.

Jan. 24 | Gem of the Valley Gala – 5:30 p.m., Mirabeau Park Hotel & Convention Center, 1100 N Sullivan, Spokane Valley. Join the celebration of excellence at the 17th annual Gem of the Valley Awards Gala. This premiere event features raffle items, a live auction, an elegant dinner and awards program honoring citizens, non-profits, and businesses of the year. Tickets: $75 per person. For more or to register, visit spokanevalleychamber.org.

Jan. 29 | After 5 Networking – 4:30 to 6 p.m., Mountain West Bank, 12321 E Mission, Spokane Valley. Business connection event organized by the Greater Spokane Valley Chamber of Commerce. Free to members, $10 non-members. For more or to register, visit spokanevalleychamber.org

RECURRING

Spokane Valley City Council | Regular meetings held the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at Spokane Valley City Hall, 11707 E. Sprague Ave., Ste. 101. Council study sessions are held the first, third and sometimes fifth Tuesdays at 6 p.m., also in Council Chambers.

Millwood City Council | Regular meetings at 7 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month at Millwood City Hall, 9103 E. Frederick Ave.

Spokane Flag Museum | Sponsored by the Sons of the American Revolution and the Fairmount Memorial Association, details the rich history of the American flag, Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., Pines Cemetery, 1402 S. Pines Road, Spokane Valley. For more, call 926-2753 or visit fairmountmemorial.com/southpines-cemetery.

Spokane Valley Kiwanis | 6:45 a.m. Tuesdays, Valley Hospital Education Center, 12606 E. Mission Ave. More at spokanevalleykiwanis. net.

Greater Spokane Valley Rotary | Noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays, Darcy’s, 10502 E. Sprague Ave. More at svrotary.org.

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