After School Fiddle Program
Mar
30
4:00 PM16:00

After School Fiddle Program

Grades 9-12 • Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm

This once a week program is a fun introduction to the world of traditional fiddle music for intermediate students. Students will learn tunes to play together, and about the histories of how people have brought their traditions with them as they’ve moved around the world.

Space is limited. Register here to secure your spot!

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Heartistry
Mar
31
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Mar
31
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Apr
1
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Apr
1
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Apr
2
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Drop in & Write
Apr
2
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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First Friday: BIOTA
Apr
3
6:00 PM18:00

First Friday: BIOTA

6:00 - 8:00 pm • 1206 Gallery, Spark Central Studio

"Bi·o·ta- the animal and plant life of a particular region, habitat, or geological period."

BIOTA is a printmaking exhibition by Madeline E. Goolie (MEG) that depicts animal and plant life of the Pacific Northwest. Through her unique carving techniques, MEG’s multi-block relief prints bring life and movement into her work.

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Poetry Before Dark
Apr
4
12:30 PM12:30

Poetry Before Dark

SATURDAYS • 12:30 - 2 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Join us for a workshop catered to driven poets. Eastern Washington University MFA students will lead us in discussions about craft elements, style, and form. If you’re a poet seeking a critical lens to improve your work with a dedicated group of fellow readers and writers, come find your spark!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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After School Fiddle Program
Apr
6
4:00 PM16:00

After School Fiddle Program

Grades 9-12 • Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm

This once a week program is a fun introduction to the world of traditional fiddle music for intermediate students. Students will learn tunes to play together, and about the histories of how people have brought their traditions with them as they’ve moved around the world.

Space is limited. Register here to secure your spot!

View Event →
Heartistry
Apr
7
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Apr
7
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Apr
8
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Apr
8
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Apr
9
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Drop in & Write
Apr
9
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Spark Salon 2026: Salon d L'Art & L'Imagination
Apr
11
6:00 PM18:00

Spark Salon 2026: Salon d L'Art & L'Imagination

SATURDAY, APRIL 11 • 6 - 9 PM

Spark Salon is Spark Central’s signature philanthropic gathering – an intimate evening rooted in creativity, storytelling, and youth access to the arts. Designed for conversation and connection, the salon brings together artists, educators, youth, families, and supporters who believe creativity is a public good.

Location: Montvale Event Center
Tickets: $108
Sponsorships | $500-$10,000

Each ticket supports after-school creative programming for youth. Sponsorships directly underwrite year-round youth arts programs and teaching artist mentorship.

We hope you’ll join us for this special evening of connection and shared investment in young people.

Purchase Tickets & Sponsorships here!

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After School Fiddle Program
Apr
13
4:00 PM16:00

After School Fiddle Program

Grades 9-12 • Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm

This once a week program is a fun introduction to the world of traditional fiddle music for intermediate students. Students will learn tunes to play together, and about the histories of how people have brought their traditions with them as they’ve moved around the world.

Space is limited. Register here to secure your spot!

View Event →
Heartistry
Apr
14
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Apr
14
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Apr
15
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Apr
15
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Drop in & Write
Apr
16
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Puppet Lab - Marionettes
Apr
18
12:00 PM12:00

Puppet Lab - Marionettes

Saturday, April 18th • 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Puppet enthusiasts unite! Local puppet makers Alex and Tiffany are hosting Puppet Jam at Spark Central every third Saturday. April’s puppet theme is Marionettes! Use string and other recycled materials to create complex moving puppets!

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After School Fiddle Program
Apr
20
4:00 PM16:00

After School Fiddle Program

Grades 9-12 • Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm

This once a week program is a fun introduction to the world of traditional fiddle music for intermediate students. Students will learn tunes to play together, and about the histories of how people have brought their traditions with them as they’ve moved around the world.

Space is limited. Register here to secure your spot!

View Event →
Heartistry
Apr
21
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Apr
21
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Apr
22
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Apr
22
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Apr
23
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

View Event →
Drop in & Write
Apr
23
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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CreativeMornings
Apr
24
8:30 AM08:30

CreativeMornings

April 24th 8:30 am - 10:00 am

Registration Required

Adults • Spark Central is excited to host Creative Mornings on Friday April 24th. CreativeMornings Spokane exists to celebrate and build a space where creativity, community, and conversation thrive together. Each event features a local speaker, free breakfast (because creative minds should have full bellies), and the chance to meet some really cool friends in our community. Keep an eye on their website for registration and more details! https://creativemornings.com/cities/spk

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Poetry Before Dark
Apr
25
12:30 PM12:30

Poetry Before Dark

SATURDAYS • 12:30 - 2 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Join us for a workshop catered to driven poets. Eastern Washington University MFA students will lead us in discussions about craft elements, style, and form. If you’re a poet seeking a critical lens to improve your work with a dedicated group of fellow readers and writers, come find your spark!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

View Event →
Heartistry
Apr
28
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Apr
28
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Apr
29
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Apr
29
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Apr
30
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

View Event →
Drop in & Write
Apr
30
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Heartistry
May
5
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
May
5
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
May
6
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
May
6
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
May
7
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

View Event →
Drop in & Write
May
7
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Heartistry
May
12
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Teen Write Club
May
12
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
LEGO Robotics Club
May
13
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
May
13
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Minecraft Club
May
14
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

View Event →
Drop in & Write
May
14
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Heartistry
May
19
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
May
19
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
May
20
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
May
20
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
May
21
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Drop in & Write
May
21
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Bloom Together
Mar
28
1:00 PM13:00

Bloom Together

Saturday, March 28th 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

All Ages •  Celebrate the return of spring-time with an eco-friendly day of crafting and fun! Start your own plants, create a newspaper flower bouquet, make handcrafted seed blasts, stitch together your own recycled junk journal, and learn about renewable energy through hands on STEM kits. Creators of all ages and skill levels are welcome. In partnership with our friends Growing Neighbors, Art Salvage and the Gonzaga Institute for Climate, Water, and the Environment.

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Poetry Before Dark
Mar
28
12:30 PM12:30

Poetry Before Dark

SATURDAYS • 12:30 - 2 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Join us for a workshop catered to driven poets. Eastern Washington University MFA students will lead us in discussions about craft elements, style, and form. If you’re a poet seeking a critical lens to improve your work with a dedicated group of fellow readers and writers, come find your spark!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Our Final Comix Jam (for now)
Mar
27
5:00 PM17:00

Our Final Comix Jam (for now)

FRIDAYS • 5 - 7 PM

Teens & Adults · Join us for our final (for now) Comix Jam. Storytellers are invited to unleash their creativity to create a short comic! Each session is kicked off with a randomly selected prompt to spark your imagination. Whether you're an experienced artist or trying comics for the first time, come experiment, connect, and bring your ideas to life—one panel at a time!

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Drop in & Write
Mar
26
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Mar
26
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Mar
25
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Mar
25
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Mar
24
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Heartistry
Mar
24
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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After School Fiddle Program
Mar
23
4:00 PM16:00

After School Fiddle Program

Grades 9-12 • Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm

This once a week program is a fun introduction to the world of traditional fiddle music for intermediate students. Students will learn tunes to play together, and about the histories of how people have brought their traditions with them as they’ve moved around the world.

Space is limited. Register here to secure your spot!

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Poetry Before Dark
Mar
21
12:30 PM12:30

Poetry Before Dark

SATURDAYS • 12:30 - 2 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Join us for a workshop catered to driven poets. Eastern Washington University MFA students will lead us in discussions about craft elements, style, and form. If you’re a poet seeking a critical lens to improve your work with a dedicated group of fellow readers and writers, come find your spark!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Puppet Lab and World Puppetry Day
Mar
21
12:00 PM12:00

Puppet Lab and World Puppetry Day

Saturday, March 21st • 12:00 - 3:00 pm

All Ages. Puppet enthusiasts unite! Local puppet maker Alex is hosting Puppet Jam at Spark Central every third Saturday. This month, Puppet Lab happens to coincide with World Puppetry Day! Stop by and celebrate with fellow puppet makers or engage in the regularly scheduled Jam theme. March’s puppet theme is Masks! Don a new persona with recycled materials and found objects.

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Comix Jam
Mar
20
5:00 PM17:00

Comix Jam

FRIDAYS • 5 - 7 PM

Teens & Adults · Storytellers are invited to unleash their creativity to create a short comic! Each session is kicked off with a randomly selected prompt to spark your imagination. Whether you're an experienced artist or trying comics for the first time, come experiment, connect, and bring your ideas to life—one panel at a time!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Drop in & Write
Mar
19
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Mar
19
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Mar
18
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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LEGO Robotics Club
Mar
18
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Teen Write Club
Mar
17
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Heartistry
Mar
17
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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After School Fiddle Program
Mar
16
4:00 PM16:00

After School Fiddle Program

Grades 9-12 • Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm

This once a week program is a fun introduction to the world of traditional fiddle music for intermediate students. Students will learn tunes to play together, and about the histories of how people have brought their traditions with them as they’ve moved around the world.

Space is limited. Register here to secure your spot!

View Event →
Poetry Before Dark
Mar
14
12:30 PM12:30

Poetry Before Dark

SATURDAYS • 12:30 - 2 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Join us for a workshop catered to driven poets. Eastern Washington University MFA students will lead us in discussions about craft elements, style, and form. If you’re a poet seeking a critical lens to improve your work with a dedicated group of fellow readers and writers, come find your spark!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

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Story Time and Messy Art Making
Mar
14
10:00 AM10:00

Story Time and Messy Art Making

For ages 1-10, but all ages welcome

Join Spark Central and Brooke Nawling of Earthlings Art Space for a morning of messy art making! We'll gather around to read A Magician's Flower by Marika Maijala – an enchanting tale of friendship, exploration, and courage. Following the story, stick around for messy, colorful, child-led, watercolor explorations inspired by A Magician's Flower. The watercolor explorations will be presented in an open studio format, where families are invited to come and go at their own pace.

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EWU Presents: Visiting Writer Series - Dawn Raffel
Mar
13
7:30 PM19:30

EWU Presents: Visiting Writer Series - Dawn Raffel

Friday, March 13th 7:30-9:00 pm

Adults • EWU’s Visiting Writer Series is bringing multi-genre writer Dawn Raffel to Spark Central for a reading followed by a short Q+A session. Raffel is the author of six books including a biography, The Strange Case of Dr. Couney: How a Mysterious European Showman Saved Thousands of American Babies, a memoir, The Secret Life of Objects, and most recently a novel, Boundless as the Sky.

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Comix Jam
Mar
13
5:00 PM17:00

Comix Jam

FRIDAYS • 5 - 7 PM

Teens & Adults · Storytellers are invited to unleash their creativity to create a short comic! Each session is kicked off with a randomly selected prompt to spark your imagination. Whether you're an experienced artist or trying comics for the first time, come experiment, connect, and bring your ideas to life—one panel at a time!

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Drop in & Write
Mar
12
5:30 PM17:30

Drop in & Write

THURSDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM IN THE SPARK CENTRAL STUDIO

Adults · Aspiring writers unite! You're invited to be a part of our supportive writers' community. Bring works in progress to share, get inspired with creative prompts and spend some focused time writing. Hosted by local writers Jenny Davis, Hannah Engel, and Ben Van Voorhis. 

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Minecraft Club
Mar
12
4:00 PM16:00

Minecraft Club

THURSDAYS • 4 - 6 PM

Grades 3-8 · Drop in to explore architecture, engineering, and art through Minecraft! Each session, participants will be given a building prompt related to one or more of these fields. Then, they'll work together to plan their build and join a Minecraft world to create it. Staff and volunteers will monitor games to ensure the safety of youth as they play.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you!

View Event →
Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz
Mar
11
5:30 PM17:30

Zine Scenez/Sketch Dreamz

WEDNESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

All Ages · Come join our creative community for an open drawing / collaging / zine program. Different artistic mediums will be at your fingertips as you cultivate imaginative thinking. Learn how to make your very own 8-page mini-zine using a single piece of paper. Follow the prompt or come up with your own ideas. All skill levels are welcome, whether you’ve never drawn a doodle in your life or you’re a total pro. Supplies are provided - all you need to bring is your imagination.

This program is free thanks to community support and takes place at Spark Central • 1214 W Summit Pkwy • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
LEGO Robotics Club
Mar
11
3:30 PM15:30

LEGO Robotics Club

WEDNESDAYS • 3:30 - 5:00 PM

Grades 2-5 · Explore the world of LEGO robotics! Young engineers will work together to build a variety of LEGO creations. Finished builds will be able to move, light up, sense colors, and so much more. All skill levels welcome.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

View Event →
Teen Write Club
Mar
10
5:30 PM17:30

Teen Write Club

TUESDAYS • 5:30 - 7 PM

Teens · Teen Write Club is a place for teen writers to let their voices be heard, get feedback on their work, and explore all things prose and poetry. Tired of analyzing similes and metaphors? Come up with some of your own! Get ready to hone your writing skills, discuss the ins and outs of craft, and, of course, WRITE.

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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Heartistry
Mar
10
3:00 PM15:00

Heartistry

TUESDAYS • 3 - 5 PM

All ages · Embark on a journey of creative self-expression! Whether on your own or with guidance, ease into simple exercises that explore basic artistic concepts. You could also respond to an optional mindfulness prompt. Our program provides a relaxed and inspiring environment for self-discovery, with all materials provided. (Or bring your own!) Try it at your own pace in a low-pressure setting..

This program is made possible thanks to our community funders and individual donors like you! • Check our website for cancellations: spark-central.org/events.

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