How to Buy a Business: An Educational Event for Current and Future Business Owners

Thinking about buying a business? Whether you’re exploring ownership for the first time or looking to expand your portfolio, join us for an evening of insights, practical guidance and local success stories. Light refreshments will be provided. Presented by: Christal......More

Thinking about buying a business? Whether you’re exploring ownership for the first time or looking to expand your portfolio, join us for an evening of insights, practical guidance and local success stories. Light refreshments will be provided. Presented by: Christal Lam, Founder and Managing Attorney, Spokane Business Attorneys Tristan Hite, SBA Development Officer, Banner Bank Hear from local experts as they discuss key considerations when purchasing a business, including legal, financial and strategic aspects of the acquisition process. Space is limited. RSVP by Friday, September 18, 2026 to Tristan Hite at 208-500-4321 or [email protected].

The Meeting House 1801 E. 11th Avenue, Spokane, WA 99202

The South Hill Network

The Network allows professionals to meet twice per month in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. is intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. In order to achieve this, each Group will include 10-20 Greater Spokane Valle......More

The Network allows professionals to meet twice per month in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. is intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. In order to achieve this, each Group will include 10-20 Greater Spokane Valley Chamber members from different industries. Participation in Groups is a service/benefit to our members at the Basic Business Level or above. Join The Network today! Learn more HERE

Coldwell Banker Tomlinson South 4102 S Regal St Spokane, WA

Manufacturing Matters

Celebrate the people, companies and ideas shaping the future of manufacturing in the Greater Spokane Valley at the 2026 Manufacturing Matters Awards Night. This annual dinner recognizes manufacturers whose leadership, innovation and community investment strengthen o......More

Celebrate the people, companies and ideas shaping the future of manufacturing in the Greater Spokane Valley at the 2026 Manufacturing Matters Awards Night. This annual dinner recognizes manufacturers whose leadership, innovation and community investment strengthen our regional economy. Throughout the evening, we will present four Manufacturing Excellence Awards: Operational Excellence Innovation Community Champion Manufacturer of the Year The program will explore how employees at every level contribute to a company’s growth, shape workplace culture and help our locally rooted manufacturers compete nationally and globally. Join regional manufacturers, business and community leaders, educators and workforce partners as we celebrate industry excellence, highlight meaningful career opportunities and recognize the people and partnerships behind our region’s manufacturing success.

CenterPlace Regional Event Center 2426 N Discovery Pl Spokane Valley, WA 99216

Homeless Outreach Drop-In Hours

Frontier Behavioral Health provides services to people experiencing homelessness as well as services to promote recovery, resiliency, and connection to vital community resources for individuals experiencing behavioral health and other challenges in addition to homeless......More

Frontier Behavioral Health provides services to people experiencing homelessness as well as services to promote recovery, resiliency, and connection to vital community resources for individuals experiencing behavioral health and other challenges in addition to homelessness. Frontier employees are available to connect individuals with resources and provide tools to help them receive assistance, such as getting identification, making appointments, arranging transportation to appointments, and more. Presented by Frontier Behavioral Health and the city of Spokane Valley's Homeless Outreach Team

Spokane Valley Library. 22 N Herald Rd.

Wild Things Art Creation

Ages 5+ & their families Let your imaginations run wild as the wild rumpus begins! Inspired by Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are, we’re doing creative art a......More

Ages 5+ & their families Let your imaginations run wild as the wild rumpus begins! Inspired by Maurice Sendak’s Where the Wild Things Are, we’re doing creative art activities, featuring a Wild Thing mask and your own Wild Thing creation.  Kids age 8 and younger must bring an adult. 

Argonne Library. 4322 N Argonne Rd.

Touch-A-TruckÂŽ - A Family Friendly Fundraiser for the Junior League of Spokane

Touch-a-Truck®, an annual fundraiser for the Junior League of Spokane, is a family-centric event that offers children a hands-on opportunity to explore all sorts of trucks and vehicles, such as emergency, utility, construction, transportation, and buses. In addition to......More

Touch-a-Truck®, an annual fundraiser for the Junior League of Spokane, is a family-centric event that offers children a hands-on opportunity to explore all sorts of trucks and vehicles, such as emergency, utility, construction, transportation, and buses. In addition to getting to climb in and on the various trucks and machinery, children also get to meet the people who build, protect and serve the greater Spokane community. Historically, there are usually over 30 local and national companies that proudly participate in the Junior League of Spokane’s annual Touch-a-Truck® event. In addition to vehicle exploration, children will enjoy trick-or-treating at decorated trucks and vehicles hosted by local businesses and community partners, making this a unique blend of community connection and seasonal fun. Vehicles on display routinely include construction trucks, emergency responders, tractor-trailers, utility trucks, and more. The event also features booths from community partners, local mascots, face painters, and food trucks.? Interested in participating as a truck or sponsoring the event? Please email [email protected] for more information. Pre-purchase Tickets Here - https://vms.ajli.org/?nd=stripe_login&login_type=registration&registration_id=230968

Spokane Community College 1810 N Greene Street Parking Lot P17 Spokane WA 99202

Introduction to Seed Saving

Discover the time-honored gardening tradition of seed saving during this workshop that offers you techniques to identify, harvest, and store seeds.  Program includes hands-on practice in the library’s meadow. Presented by Samuel Russell of Spokane Earthworks Ecol......More

Discover the time-honored gardening tradition of seed saving during this workshop that offers you techniques to identify, harvest, and store seeds.  Program includes hands-on practice in the library’s meadow. Presented by Samuel Russell of Spokane Earthworks Ecology and Design (S.E.E.D.).

Spokane Valley Library. 22 N Herald Rd.

Oktoberfest | 2026

Featuring Square Wheel Brew and Oktoberfest Menu The Annual Game of Gnomes at 1pm 2pm and 3pm Free to the Public (Ages 21 and Older)

Arbor Crest Wine Cellars 4705 N. Fruit Hill RdSpokane WA 99217

Estate Planning for Everyone

During this session, we discuss the foundations of an estate plan, how an estate plan operates, and why having an estate plan matters for you. We review the various documents, roles, and objectives common in estate planning and provide actionable steps for you to start......More

During this session, we discuss the foundations of an estate plan, how an estate plan operates, and why having an estate plan matters for you. We review the various documents, roles, and objectives common in estate planning and provide actionable steps for you to start crafting your own unique plan.  Presented by Kelly DesRosiers, CTFA, AVP, and Relationship Manager, Washington Trust Bank

Argonne Library. 4322 N Argonne Rd

Five-week Workshop - What Small Business Owners Need to Know About HR

WHY THIS 5-WEEK WORKSHOP EXISTS Most business owners learn HR the hard way. A wrongful termination claim. A wage violation. A top employee who quietly leaves because nobody told you what they needed. An HR problem is almost always a business problem, and it almost al......More

WHY THIS 5-WEEK WORKSHOP EXISTS Most business owners learn HR the hard way. A wrongful termination claim. A wage violation. A top employee who quietly leaves because nobody told you what they needed. An HR problem is almost always a business problem, and it almost always could have been prevented. Sound familiar? You're probably asking questions like: Can I fire this person and how do I do it with less risk? What paperwork am I required to have on file right now? How do I give feedback that actually changes behavior? Why do my best employees keep leaving and what can I do about it? This workshop is designed to give you real answers and tools. What You’ll Learn HR compliance, wage and hour basics, worker classification, and at-will employment Effective hiring, interviewing, screening, and offer practices Onboarding, employee files, and 30-60-90-day planning Feedback, documentation, discipline, and termination conversations Recognition, rewards, and employee retention Workshop Details Tuesdays, October 6–November 3 | 7:30–9:00 a.m. Five focused, 90-minute sessions featuring real scenarios, guided discussion, and tools you can put to work immediately. Designed for You Ideal for owners of businesses with fewer than 50 employees who handle HR themselves and want practical not theoretical guidance. Leave with templates, checklists, and greater confidence to lead your team. Reserve your spot today

Spokane Valley Chamber 10808 E. Sprague Ave. Spokane Valley, WA 99206

Coffee, Business, Value - Morning Discussions

Each week, we discuss value— ways to build it or remove barriers to value.  We’ll help each other with ideas, resources, connections, and experiences so we can all learn from one another.  On request, we can also conduct a quick industry-specific business valuation exe......More

Each week, we discuss value— ways to build it or remove barriers to value.  We’ll help each other with ideas, resources, connections, and experiences so we can all learn from one another.  On request, we can also conduct a quick industry-specific business valuation exercise — so you can estimate what your business is worth at any time so you can plan for exit at the right time. The rest of the agenda is up to us! Venues shift weekly to make commutes easier. Attend weekly, monthly, or just once. Kindred & Co. — Post Falls, 1st Tuesday, 7:45–9:00 AM The Garden Café — Spokane Valley, 2nd Wednesday, 7:45–9:00 AM New Love Coffee — Liberty Lake, 3rd Thursday, 7:45–9:00 AM Thomas Hammer — Spokane, 4th Friday, 7:45–9:00 AM Add your fav recurrence to your calendar! Please come to the one most convenient for you or switch it up and meet new people!

3D Printing: Quirky Costume Jewelry

Registration is required. Design a unique piece of jewelry or even a small wearable piece for a costume, using Tinkercad’s sketch and scribble tools. Once your design is complete, it can be 3D printed at the library and available for pickup at a later date.

Spokane Valley Library. 22 N Herald Rd.

A Jelly & Jam Session

Jelly and jam, Oh My! See how to make these delectable spreads, which can be a perfect complement to many meals. We discuss jam made with full sugar, low sugar, no sugar, and honey.  Presented by Brandy Sears, Mountain View Venue at Bluff Dweller Farm

Otis Orchards Library. 22324 E Wellesley Ave

Unlock Your Future - Middle School Career Expo

Unlock Your Future-Career Expo! This event will provide an opportunity for middle school students to learn about career options and pathways post-high school that don?t require a traditional 4-year degree. Businesses from the Manufacturing, Construction, Trades, Fi......More

Unlock Your Future-Career Expo! This event will provide an opportunity for middle school students to learn about career options and pathways post-high school that don?t require a traditional 4-year degree. Businesses from the Manufacturing, Construction, Trades, First Responders, and Medical industries will be in-person to share information about their industry and potential careers for students. Students will have the opportunity to meet with various companies from the area and learn more about options for careers right out of high school. The event averages 1,500 middle school students from 20 middle schools across 12 school districts. See highlights from the event Click Here Unlock Your Future - Sponsorships: Diamond Level - $3,000 Prominent Logo on Cinch bag Signage in Facility During Event Banner, Sign, Digital Display Full Page ad in Student Handbook Company Information in Student Handbook and Sponsor Page Multiple Social Media Posts Logo and Link on Website May include materials in Student Goody Bag Event Booth - Premier Location Platinum Level - $2,000 Logo on Cinch Bag Signage in Facility During Event Banner and Digital Display Half Page ad in Student Handbook Company Information in Student Handbook and Sponsor Page Social Media Post Logo and Link on Website May include materials in Student Goody Bag Event Booth - Premier Location Gold Level - $1,000 Signage in Facility During Event Sign and Digital Display Quarter Page ad in Student Handbook Company Information in Student Handbook and Sponsor Page Name and Link on Website May include materials in Student Goody Bag Event Booth - Priority Location Selection Silver Level - $500 Signage in Facility During Event Digital Display Company Information in Student Handbook and Sponsor Page Name and Link on Website May include materials in Student Goody Bag Event Booth - Location Selection Bronze Level - $250 Company Information in Student Handbook and Sponsor Page Name and Link on Website Event Booth - Location Selection

HUB Sports Center 19619 E Cataldo Ave, Liberty Lake, WA 99016

Spokane Is Reading Presents: Laurie Frankel & Her Novel One Two Three

Doors open at 12:15pm. Free parking is available. During this Spokane Is Reading event, bestselling and award-winning author Laurie Frankel reads from her novel ......More

Doors open at 12:15pm. Free parking is available. During this Spokane Is Reading event, bestselling and award-winning author Laurie Frankel reads from her novel One Two Three and answers questions from the audience.  Copies of Frankel’s books will be available for purchase from Auntie’s Bookstore at the event. Frankel will sign her books for attendees after the author talk.  This event is open to the public with free admission. ABOUT THE BOOK One, Two, Three is a New York Times Editors’ Choice Book and an Indie Next Pick. It shares the story told by the Mitchell triplets—Mab, Monday, and Mirabel—about their fight for justice after an unscrupulous company knowingly poisons their small town. These three unforgettable narrators tell a spellbinding story with wit, wonder, and deep affection.  BookPage calls the novel, “A warm, funny tour de force… delightfully memorable and wildly empowering,” and Publishers Weekly describes it as “a story of adversity and resilience.”  ABOUT THE AUTHOR  Laurie Frankel is a New York Times bestselling, award-winning author of six novels, including her latest, Enormous Wings, as well as Family Family, One Two Three, and the Reese’s Book Club Pick This Is How It Always Is. Her writing has also appeared in The New York Times, The Guardian, The Washington Post, Publisher’s Weekly, and other publications. She is the recipient of the Washington State Book Award and the Endeavor Award. Her novels have been translated into more than 25 languages and have been optioned for film and TV.

Spokane Valley Library. 22 N Herald Rd.

Medicare Open Enrollment: What You Need to Know

Registration is required. With Medicare Open Enrollment just around the corner, you’re invited to attend a free, unbiased presentation about Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans, including who is eligible and what options are available. We also cover what yo......More

Registration is required. With Medicare Open Enrollment just around the corner, you’re invited to attend a free, unbiased presentation about Medicare Part D and Medicare Advantage plans, including who is eligible and what options are available. We also cover what you can do during open enrollment, how you can choose and change plans, what Medigaps are and how they work, what the qualifications are for programs to help you pay for Medicare, and what Medicare fraud looks like so you can protect your benefits. In order to change your Medicare Advantage or Medicare Part D plan for 2027, you must make changes during open enrollment: October 15–December 7, 2026.  Community Partners: SHIBA & ALTCEW Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) provide free, unbiased, and confidential counseling services and are part of the Washington State Office of the Insurance Commissioner. SHIBA is a statewide network of trained volunteers who advocate for and assist consumers with Medicare. Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington (ALTCEW) is the local sponsor of SHIBA and provider of Medicare education. ALTCEW also provides education and support on the topics of dementia and memory loss, fall prevention, and others. Presented by educators from ALTCEW

Argonne Library. 4322 N Argonne Rd.

Teen D&D Guild

The Guild is looking for new and seasoned players to band together to journey through murky dungeons and embark on daring quests! Each session we’re playing 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons standalone adventures. The library provides all games and supplies. Teens are welc......More

The Guild is looking for new and seasoned players to band together to journey through murky dungeons and embark on daring quests! Each session we’re playing 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons standalone adventures. The library provides all games and supplies. Teens are welcome to bring their own dice and entry level character.

Spokane Valley Library. 22 N Herald Rd

The Liberty Lake Network

The Network allows professionals to meet twice per month in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. is intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. In order to achieve this, each Group will include 10-20 Greater Spokane Valle......More

The Network allows professionals to meet twice per month in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. is intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. In order to achieve this, each Group will include 10-20 Greater Spokane Valley Chamber members from different industries. Participation in Groups is a service/benefit to our members at the Basic Business Level or above. Join The Network today! Learn more HERE

The Portal 23403 E Mission Ave Liberty Lake WA

The Greater Valley Network

The Network allows professionals to meet twice per month in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. is intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. In order to achieve this, each Group will include 10-20 Greater Spokane Valle......More

The Network allows professionals to meet twice per month in a networking environment to exchange leads and business referrals. is intended to be a tool for members to cultivate their business. In order to achieve this, each Group will include 10-20 Greater Spokane Valley Chamber members from different industries. Participation in Groups is a service/benefit to our members at the Basic Business Level or above. Join The Network today! Learn more HERE

Burbity Workspaces 2818 N Sullivan Rd, Spokane Valley, WA