For Kids
Chase Ogden returns to his roots on the Spokane River to make a film highlighting the need to protect the water for future generations.
Film
Grantee
Cultural
Make no mistake: there are rich cultural offerings throughout Spokane. From the annual Gathering at the Falls Powwow to the South East Asia Cultural Association’s events featuring internationally-renowned musicians and dancers, to Fiesta Spokane (the Hispanic Heritage Festival), Unity in the Community, and so much more. These events and gatherings weave together music, food, dancing, art, storytelling, and more, creating celebrations of heritage while welcoming people of all cultural backgrounds.
Cultural
Event: Opens November 1
Scenes from an Underpass
Spokane Falls Community College’s Fine Art Gallery will be hosting a fascinating and poignant new exhibit from November 1 – December 1. Scenes from an Underpass is an ode to human development, stubborn vegetation, sprawl, guts, growth and decay. Drawings are translated into sculptures and displayed with a collection of small studies and samples, each a memento honoring their place within the urban ecosystem.
Stage
Event: Opens October 10
According to Coyote
A vibrant and entertaining family-friendly anthology of tales featuring the legendary hero of Native American mythology. According to Coyote is an encounter with the richness and vitality of Native American culture using age-old traditions of music, dance, and theatre. Written by John Kaufman, the play will be directed by Kauffman’s niece and performed by Nez Perce actor, Kellen Lewis. According to Coyote will warm the hearts of young and old alike. *Produced by Spokane Ensemble Theatre and One Heart Native Arts and Film Festival.
Cultural
Event: October 7
Terrain 13
The region’s largest multi-media art and music event is back! Featuring 354 artists, 12 bands, 12 literary readings, 22 films, and 5 dance performances, and attracting thousands of attendees, Terrain 13 is a celebration of new energy and fresh ideas from all over the artistic spectrum.
Cultural
Event: October 22
Happy Diwali Festival of Lights
Celebrate Diwali with the Festival of Lights!
Cultural
Event: October 8
1st Annual Fil-AM History Celebration
Never before celebrated in Spokane! Celebrating the first time a Filipino arrived in the US in 1587! An Evening of Philippine Cultural Performances Historical Presentions. Food, Dancing, Music, and Fellowship! SAVE THE DATE! FREE EVENT!
Cultural
Grantee
Spokane Chinese Association
After dealing with the setbacks of Covid-19, the Chinese Association Board has made a decision to “go big” for the Lunar New Year in 2023.
Music
Artist
Tom Tarpley
Songwriting (genre neutral), pre and post-production, percussionist, Piano.
Cultural
Event: June 18
Terrain’s Bazaar
SPOKANE’S LARGEST, ALL-LOCAL ART MARKET! 90 Booths of amazing art and handcrafted goods!
Dance
Grantee
Mary Zhang
SAGA will support Zhang as she establishes a permanent space to choreograph Chinese dances and train dancers to continue offering performances.