Community Calendar

The “Here & Now Art Department Exhibition” highlights professional artists whose engaging and thought-provoking artistic practices have received national and international recognition. Integral to the mission of Spokane Colleges, the faculty and staff remain dedicated to advancing excellence in instruction, student success, research, and creative practice.
The exhibition showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary media and processes including drawing, ceramics, fiber, metalsmithing, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.
Exhibiting Artists: Heather Bellerud, Mariah Boyle, Rachel Colton, sƛ̓x̣etkʷ Artist-in-Resident Claire Edmo, Patty Haag, Tobe Harvey, Pete Jagoda, Megan Martens-Hayworth, Lena Lopez Schindler, Maddie McGuinn, Rob McKirdie, Tybre Newcomer, Cozette Phillips, Carl Richardson, Bradd Skubinna, and Garric Simonsen.

A collection of new literary-based mixed media works and collages by local artist Tracy Poindexter-Canton, inspired by various books.

Some pieces draw directly from written sources, while others are created intuitively as visual vignettes that suggest their own narratives. Through layering, fragmentation, and assembly, the work explores how stories can be built, altered, and experienced through image and material.

Library Hours: Mon–Thurs & Sat: 9–6 Fri: 9–4 Sun: 12–4

Artist Reception: Sunday, January 18, 2–4 PM

Kelsea Rothaus is a self-taught artist based in Spokane. Her work explores themes of the human condition and the interconnectedness of the universe. Using primarily ink and water to embrace both unpredictability and permanence, each creation is shaped into a moment in time, with quiet tension between light and dark.

Kelsea's latest body of work looks outward to the stars and universe while reflecting on what it means to be human. Using her own style of ink wash, she embraces a process that is fluid yet permanent. Each mark is final, and echoes the irreversible nature of lived experience. These dreamscapes are subtly embellished with detail, inviting you to slow down and look closer at the art or into yourself.

Stop by the Liberty Gallery located in the Historic Liberty Building from Jan 25th to Feb 28th... stop by First Friday on Feb 6th to meet Kelsea in person!

When families are separated by international crises, conflict, or disaster, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Network is there to help them reconnect through the Restoring Family Links (RFL) program.
Sometimes, the most powerful message is also the simplest: “I am alive.”

That message can bring immeasurable relief to loved ones waiting across borders and oceans.
Join us to learn more about the Restoring Family Links program—who we serve, the services we provide, and the meaningful ways you can support this critical humanitarian work.

Whether you’re interested in outreach, case support, or learning how family reconnection happens, this session will show how even small actions can make a lasting impact.

Join us for a chilling winter night of eerie discussion and atmospheric storytelling at our Frostbite & Frights special book club event! This month, we’re diving into “Cold Snap” by Lindy Ryan, a gripping, icy tale perfect for the heart of winter.

USE CODE: WRMBOOK to receive 20% off for book club. 

Expect shivers, spirited conversation, and a community of readers who love a good scare. Whether you’re a seasoned horror fan or just dipping your toes into the genre, this is the perfect night to warm up with fellow book lovers—and maybe get a little chilled in the process.

Newcomers welcome!

Jane Austen’s beloved Regency-era heroine takes center stage in EMMA.

Emma Woodhouse is clever, wealthy and believes she knows best when it comes to love—especially when it’s other people’s love lives. Her latest scheme involves the sweet Harriet Smith, whom she advises to reject a perfectly good marriage proposal in favor of another eligible bachelor. As Emma meddles in affairs of the heart, she begins to realize that love, and life, are far more complicated than she imagined, especially when it comes to her own feelings for the steadfast Mr. Knightley.

JANUARY 23 - FEBRUARY 8
Margot and Robert Ogden Main Stage

Based on the novel by Jane Austen
Adapted by Kate Hamill

Directed by Heather McHenry-Kroetch
With Jocelyn Caughlan, Chris Jensen, Jared Martin, Patrick McHenry-Kroetch, Mary Ormsby, Emily Shick, Phoenix Tage, Dawn Taylor-Reinhardt, Brenna White, and Danica Wytcherley

PLEASE NOTE: This production is recommended for ages 10+. Children under the age of five years will not be admitted.

BOX OFFICE
Tuesday - Friday, 12 - 5:30PM
509-325-2507

The “Here & Now Art Department Exhibition” highlights professional artists whose engaging and thought-provoking artistic practices have received national and international recognition. Integral to the mission of Spokane Colleges, the faculty and staff remain dedicated to advancing excellence in instruction, student success, research, and creative practice.
The exhibition showcases a wide range of traditional and contemporary media and processes including drawing, ceramics, fiber, metalsmithing, mixed media, painting, photography, printmaking, and sculpture.
Exhibiting Artists: Heather Bellerud, Mariah Boyle, Rachel Colton, sƛ̓x̣etkʷ Artist-in-Resident Claire Edmo, Patty Haag, Tobe Harvey, Pete Jagoda, Megan Martens-Hayworth, Lena Lopez Schindler, Maddie McGuinn, Rob McKirdie, Tybre Newcomer, Cozette Phillips, Carl Richardson, Bradd Skubinna, and Garric Simonsen.

A collection of new literary-based mixed media works and collages by local artist Tracy Poindexter-Canton, inspired by various books.

Some pieces draw directly from written sources, while others are created intuitively as visual vignettes that suggest their own narratives. Through layering, fragmentation, and assembly, the work explores how stories can be built, altered, and experienced through image and material.

Library Hours: Mon–Thurs & Sat: 9–6 Fri: 9–4 Sun: 12–4

Artist Reception: Sunday, January 18, 2–4 PM

Kelsea Rothaus is a self-taught artist based in Spokane. Her work explores themes of the human condition and the interconnectedness of the universe. Using primarily ink and water to embrace both unpredictability and permanence, each creation is shaped into a moment in time, with quiet tension between light and dark.

Kelsea's latest body of work looks outward to the stars and universe while reflecting on what it means to be human. Using her own style of ink wash, she embraces a process that is fluid yet permanent. Each mark is final, and echoes the irreversible nature of lived experience. These dreamscapes are subtly embellished with detail, inviting you to slow down and look closer at the art or into yourself.

Stop by the Liberty Gallery located in the Historic Liberty Building from Jan 25th to Feb 28th... stop by First Friday on Feb 6th to meet Kelsea in person!

Ready to play? Are you ready to WIN?? Too bad! Because in our improvised game show Choose to Lose, in order to win, you have to lose!

Two contestants from the audience will choose the players, decide the games, add challenges, and mix them all together for a wild fusion of comedy and chaos. Unlock hidden games from mysterious folders and see how your choices create the most absurd and funny combinations imaginable.

In a world where bad choices are celebrated and the only way to win is to LOSE. Expect bold humor, outrageous moments, and a night of laugh-out-loud entertainment as our contestants try to get as far in the negative as they possibly can!