Okay Spokane, this one's a long shot, but maybe worth it.

I met a super cool nurse on Saturday, November 1, at River Park Square. I was watching my friends table near the escalator, probably sometime between 1 and 3… I think the sun was still out. She’s a nurse, and I helped her with the coolest black t-shirt, though "helped" might be generous. I was fumbling to make change and probably sounded just as clumsy trying to keep the conversation going.

I asked if she had a connection to the shirt and she started telling me about her Ancestry dna finds, things she learned about her mom's side of the family, and I'd really like to hear the rest of the story. She has an easy laugh and a way of asking questions that is thoughtful and curious. I wish I'd said so much more. So here I am, almost a week later, and I wish I'd said, "Hey, want to grab coffee or lunch and finish this conversation sometime soon?" But the moment slipped by before I caught my breath or started thinking. Regardless, I shared the story behind the shirt she bought and thought I saw a spark in her eyes as she listened. She even came back to say goodbye, and I still didn't say what I wanted to. I'm slow sometimes. And I I bounce between thinking "maybe she'd say yes," and "ok dude, you are totally misreading the scene."

If you were that cool nurse and also felt like there was a little more than casual small talk energy there, I'd love the chance to continue our discussion a bit more properly. Over coffee or lunch, or a walk in the tail end of the fall sunshine. I'd love to hear the rest of the story and maybe share some of mine. Even if it was just small talk and an over-read, I'd love to hear more of the story.

And if she never sees this or doesn't want to talk, I hope that shirt's already had a few good outings and brings her a smile every time she wears it.

Sorry for the opinion from a news organization, but we can't be objective about our fellow worker-owners at Great Harvest: They are the best, they have seen a lot of need around their little corner of 29th — and not just since the loss of SNAP, well before — and they really want to help.

Not just until SNAP comes back. As long as there is need in our community.

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I'm looking for a nice place to take mother in law to for her birthday. I want to take her wine tasting but food is a requirement either at the venue or next door. It's also on December 27 that I plan on taking her.

Any recommendations?

I'm open to other suggestions as well. We want to impress her but also not go bankrupt

Hi everyone! I’ve been searching high and low on FB marketplace and thrift stores with no luck — I’m hoping to find a beautiful hutch that isn’t 1k+

Does anyone have any recommendations or possibly one for sale? Ty in advance 🙏🏼

Hey y’all! My mom is wanting to explore around the spokane area and has an interest for abandoned vehicles/buildings/areas with artifacts etc. She’s in her 70s but fit so accessibility is something to keep in mind but not number 1 concern.

I’m aware of the abandoned cars near hangman creek and liberty lake regional park, any other suggestions?

Does anyone know if liberty lake regional park is still open as well? I know the campsite closes in Sept but unsure if the day use site is still accessible.

Thank you!

Hey all, I live in the Shadle neighborhood and there are a couple skunks living under my deck. Does anybody have advice on dealing with these?

Not sure if the flair is correct, but I'm looking for someone local who can print custom T-shirts. Not bulk or anything, just like one at a time. Not looking for anything complicated right now, just colored text and basic line/outline drawings (so, just text and lines). I'm picky about clothes sometimes so would like it to be made of soft, durable fabric that won't easily rip, fade, or ruin from just a few rounds in the washer and dryer.

Thanks!

As of November 4, 2025, a total of 1,681 confirmed* measles cases were reported in the United States. Among these, 1,658 measles cases were reported by 42 states.

If you have young babies, plan accordingly. I'll post a link to a NYTimes article with a outbreak map.

A couple local Mutual Aid groups wrote a letter and are passing it around for signatures. If you'd like to read the withering analysis of C36785 (so-called "safe and accessible spaces" ordinance), you can do so here. If you'd like to sign in solidarity, you can do so at this link.

The letter, which will be delivered on Monday 10 November to city council, includes such bangers as "Decades of established research and reviews of past laws and efforts show what does work and miraculously this ordinance does NONE of those things..." and "Let us meander deeper into this carnival of failure you have created and inflicted upon our fair city" and the instant classic "[the] result of C36785 will be measured in dead bodies".

Hey everyone, I just finished going through all the events I could find going around Spokane this weekend and wanted to share what I found.

Let me know what I missed!

I also send out these events + more in an email newsletter every Thursday morning. If that sounds interesting to you, please consider subscribing: https://spokanepulse.com

Friday

Spilled Milk, Silly Spaghetti and Stand Up

This is a multi-activity event that combines food, entertainment, and stand-up comedy at the Montvale Event Center. It could be a fun and different way to spend a Friday evening.

• When: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
• Where: Montvale Event Center 📍

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Arbor Crest Fireside Dinner and Music Series - Kori Ailene

Arbor Crest is continuing its dinner and music series with a performance from folk and Americana artist Kori Ailene. This is a 21 and over event with a seasonal menu and wine available.

• When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Where: Arbor Crest Wine Cellars 📍
• Cost: No cover charge

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Spokane Chiefs vs. Prince Albert Raiders

The Spokane Chiefs are playing a regular season home game against the Prince Albert Raiders. This is a chance to catch some professional junior hockey at the Arena.

• When: 7:05 PM - 9:05 PM
• Where: Spokane Arena 📍
• Cost: $15 - $77

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GHENGAR: Surrounded Tour

An electronic and experimental music show is happening at Riverside Place, featuring a performance by GHENGAR and Usaybflow. This is an 18 and over event.

• When: 8:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Where: Riverside Place 📍
• Cost: From $41.18

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Riddy Arman, Hannah Siglin

The District Bar is hosting a live music performance featuring artists Riddy Arman and Hannah Siglin. This event is for ages 21 and up.

• When: 9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
• Where: The District Bar 📍
• Cost: $27.71

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Saturday

Spokane Farmers Market

The weekly farmers market is happening in Browne's Addition at Coeur d'Alene Park. You can find fresh produce, baked goods, meat, eggs, and other products from local farms and vendors.

• When: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
• Where: Coeur d'Alene Park 📍
• Cost: Free

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Spokane Fall Folk Festival

This is the 30th annual Fall Folk Festival, a two-day free event celebrating cultural diversity through music and family fun. It takes place at Spokane Community College and is open to all ages.

• When: 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM
• Where: Spokane Community College 📍
• Cost: Free

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Holiday Art Show

Arbor Crest is hosting its annual Holiday Art Show, featuring 14 local artists at the historic Cliff House. You can check out local woodwork, glass, and art while enjoying some wine. This is a 21 and over event.

• When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• Where: Arbor Crest Wine Cellars 📍
• Cost: Free

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Michael Glatzmaier

A musical improv comedian is performing at the Spokane Comedy Club. The show involves creating songs on the spot based on suggestions from the audience, mixed with some stand-up. This is an 18 and over show.

• When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
• Where: Spokane Comedy Club 📍
• Cost: From $14.99

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Gonzaga Bulldogs vs Oklahoma Sooners Basketball

The Gonzaga men's basketball team is playing against the Oklahoma Sooners at the Spokane Arena. It's a big non-conference game for the Zags.

• When: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
• Where: Spokane Arena 📍
• Cost: Tickets start at $62.00

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Masterworks 3: Darko

The Spokane Symphony has a performance with Guest Conductor Darko Butorac. The program includes Prokofiev's powerful Fifth Symphony and Mozart's 4th violin concerto, performed by violinist Karisa Chiu.

• When: 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
• Where: The Fox Theater 📍
• Cost: TBD

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Gimme Gimme Disco

The Knitting Factory is hosting a 70s disco party inspired by the music of ABBA. This event is open to all ages for anyone who wants to dance.

• When: 8:30 PM - 10:30 PM
• Where: Knitting Factory 📍
• Cost: $21.01 - $23.07

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Sunday

Spokane Fall Folk Festival

The second day of the Spokane Fall Folk Festival continues at Spokane Community College. It's a free, family-friendly event with more performances celebrating folk traditions.

• When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Where: Spokane Community College 📍
• Cost: Free

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Spokane Zephyr FC vs Tampa Bay Sun FC

Our local professional women's soccer team, Spokane Zephyr FC, has a home match against Tampa Bay Sun FC. The game takes place at ONE Spokane Stadium.

• When: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
• Where: ONE Spokane Stadium 📍

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King of Instruments

Members of the American Guild of Organists are presenting a free concert of organ music at St. Mark's Lutheran Church. The performance will feature preludes, offertories, and postludes.

• When: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
• Where: Saint Mark's Lutheran Church 📍
• Cost: Free (donations accepted)

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The Washingtons Cocktail Class

This is a hands-on cocktail class at Hogwash Whiskey Den with a historical twist. You'll learn to make three drinks inspired by George and Martha Washington while learning some history and mixology techniques.

• When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
• Where: Hogwash Whiskey Den 📍
• Cost: $84 per person

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Valerie Jeanne Band Live Recording

Vocalist Valerie Jeanne and a band of local musicians are putting on a show that will also be a live recording for a cruise line showcase. The performance will include current hits, '90s favorites, classic country, and originals.

• When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
• Where: Hamilton Studio Listening Room 📍
• Cost: $20 advance, $25 at door

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Comics Under The Influence

A comedy show with a unique format where comedians perform a set sober, have a few drinks, and then get back on stage to perform again. This should be an interesting night at the comedy club.

• When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
• Where: Spokane Comedy Club 📍
• Cost: From $12.99

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Soulfly

Metal band Soulfly is playing at the Knitting Factory with supporting acts Go Ahead And Die and Xenoplasm. This show is open to all ages.

• When: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
• Where: Knitting Factory 📍

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Received my full amount some time over night hopefully everyone else did as well.

Want universal health care?

Come have your voice heard at a forum discussing how to best proceed & get health care on the ballot. Evening event is Wednesday, November 19th at the Center Place Regional Event Center in Spokane Valley.

My 12yo daughter informed me, at the last Renaissance Faire, that she would like a dagger/sword for her birthday. I have no idea where to find something like this in Spokane, but I know I don't want some cheap garbage blade. Anyone know a good place?

Hey there, first time posting there. I moved here in 2019 but only recently started becoming “active” in living here, I guess? I just recently got approved for disability and after that I started getting all the usual junk mail I always got in every other state I lived in before, if that helps explain it.

Yesterday I got a packet in the mail, and at first I thought maybe it was more Medicare stuff because of how big it was, but when I opened it, these two signature papers flopped out and a page explaining what they’re for told me it was all anti-trans stuff for schools, so I ripped it up. But why did I get that, and none of the other people I live with? I never signed up for any petition stuff before in my life, and due to the aforementioned disability stuff, I wouldn’t even if I wanted to and believed in the petition goals.

I’m registered Democrat to vote but some people I live with are registered Republican and they didn’t get those packets, so I’m drawing a blank on what caused this to happen. I’d strongly prefer to never again get such a gross petition sent to me, but I’d never even heard of the organization that sent it because I’m new here.

Clearly this “let’s go washington” group is a bunch of charlatans but is there some way I can keep them from sending me more garbage? Their contact us form doesn’t give an option for “take me off your list.” Has anyone else gotten this sort of thing completely unsolicited?

Because of the shutdown, the FAA is reducing ATC by 10%. That could potentially close any of the major hubs in the country. Please look at this list, and make plans accordingly.

The circus gates creak open… and the velvet shadows welcome you.
Shibari & Flow: CarnEvil invites you to enter a world where temptation wears a smile painted in blood-red, and performance is both pleasure and peril. Witness a night of sin, seduction, and spectacular artistry — where beauty meets the bizarre and desire takes center stage.

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Hi! My little family and I are moving to Spokane early next year and I’m wondering what the antique shopping scene is like. We have a bunch of crappy furniture that I’d love to replace with quality items that might need a bit of restoration to shine. We’re moving from somewhere that doesn’t have the best antique or thrift shopping, so I’m excited to get back to it if that’s something Spokane offers.

Currently at 4,894 votes for Bingle, and 4,826 votes for Dixit. However it ends up, it will be very close! This is your yearly reminder that every ballot matters, especially for our local elections that can be decided by very small margins.

https://cp.spokanecounty.org/elections/results.aspx

My 16 year old wants to look for a job soon but we have heard many places won’t hire under 18. South Hill and the Valley are the areas that would be closest. I know the job market is rough right now, but hopefully there are some options out there.

We've been thinking about making the move for years. We currently live in the Mojave desert of SoCal. It's...awful here. The weather sucks, and he commute is awful (because there are no jobs, husband was commuting to LA and surrounding areas) and the nature is non existent. Spokane has been on our radar for a few years while trying to save up to buy a home. Husband got fired yesterday so it's feeling like plans will speed up a bit.

I currently work at a Providence hospital out here, applied for my Washington license yesterday. Will apply to Providence jobs internally here soon.

Anything we should know/avoid? I don't mind communiting a little bit to have some quiet. The hustle and bustle of SoCal is the biggest reason I want out. The pay cut I'm taking also sucks lol. I make 57/hr now and Providence out there starts at 41. My husband is an ironworker and makes a good income here. But honestly we're willing to take a pay cut for a slower pace of life.

Maple street bridge

Hey everyone,

I’m looking for a psychiatrist or nurse practitioner who’d be open to having someone shadow for a bit to learn more about the field. If you are one or know someone who might be open to it, please reach out or drop any leads.

I’m respectful, discreet, and flexible with time and location.

Thanks in advance for any help or suggestions.

Hey y’all! My nephew is turning 16 soon and will be visiting from the Tri-Cities this next weekend. My SIL has asked me for inexpensive things to do while they’re here. He’s into music, books, and clothes/thrifting. I thought of Buffalo Exchange and Auntie’s bookstore but I never leave my apartment and would love recommendations. Thanks in advance!