Let’s explore social events in Spokane, WA happening this week. Local events are a great way to meet new people and make new friends. Look through this page and consider going out and socializing during one of these social events.
Social events are great and offer a world of possibilities. You can make new friends, learn new skills, see things from different perspectives and it’s fantastic for your mental health. And never before has companionship and being able to spend time with others been as important as it is today.
You probably remember being a kid and going up to another person your age and saying, “Do you want to be friends?” and that was pretty much that. Friend made. Alas, it’s not quite as simple now that we’re grown up, but it doesn’t have to be as difficult or as awkward as we think. There are thousands of people out there who would love to meet up with others, finding them just takes a bit of help and that’s what we’re here for.
On this page, we hope you’ll find some interesting events in Spokane where you can make some new friends.
Local Groups’ Events in Spokane
It’s BUNKO time!
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Spokane Library Shadle Branch
If if you have never played Bunko don’t sweat it, in 5 minutes you will be a pro! It’s a fun , laugh filled time with friends!
PLUS the chance to win some 💰 money! There is a $10 fee that will be collected and distributed after the last game and we figure out the winners!
But first Lunch of course! Bring your favorite pot luck dish to share with friends and a Drink for yourself
Please let me kn(…)
Blurring the lines between Design & Code
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: 601 E Riverside Ave
**Join us as Design Asst. Professor P. Colin Manikoth from EWU presents blurring the lines between Design and Code.**
This meetup will cover the integration of Figma and VS Code, demonstrating a design-to-development process from concept to code.
Learn how these methods can improve your workflow and better your understanding of the roles of designers and developers.
**Date: May 16, 2024**
**5 —(…)
How to Work with Wholesalers to Find Off-Market Deals w/ Priscilla Pullen
◦ When: Wednesday, May 15th
◦ Where: Bark, A Rescue Pub
\*\*Please Note: we have officially moved this meetup to a new location for all future meetings — we will be at Bark Rescue Pub.
If you’ve been struggling to find investment deals that pencil out and are wondering how to find off-market properties, then this meetup is for you!
Priscilla Pullen, the Relationship Manager at the Easy Home Buyer, will be chatting about how wholesaling works and how(…)
Post Traumatic Recovery & Growth
◦ When: Wednesday, May 15th
◦ Where: Spokane Valley Library
Cheers PTR&G Members:
Please join me at the Spokane Valley library on Tuesday, May 14th in the **Diane E. Zahand Meeting Room EAST at 6:00 p.m**. Let’s inspire and be inspired by each other to champion our traumas. You are not alone, and we can do this!
Please bring your journals and writing instruments.
I’ll bring snacks. Please feel free to bring additional snacks and non-alcoholic beverages i(…)
Friday night movie at the Magic Lantern Theatre
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: undefined
Our next meetup will be on Friday, May 17 at approximately 6:00pm at the [Magic Lantern Theatre](https://www.magiclanternonmain.com/). I believe we will be seeing [Riddle of Fire](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7575046/), and will know for certain next week. I will update the meetup when the show times are released on Tuesday, May 14.
After the film, we will head to the Saranac Commons for dinner, (…)
Bike Everywhere – Pancake Breakfast in Riverfront Park
◦ When: Monday, May 13th
◦ Where: Canopy Credit Union
May 13 7-9 AM **Pancake Breakfast in Riverfront Park**
Location: Riverfront Park, North Picnic Shelter (east of Howard Promenade, and south of Ice Age Floods playground) Roast House brings the coffee. Spokane Bicycle Club provides the blueberry pancakes. Mingle with other cycling enthusiasts. FREE.(…)
Women who love to sing, if you enjoy 4-part harmony, come sing with us!
◦ When: Tuesday, May 14th
◦ Where: Church of Christ Northside
Women Singers, come sing with us at our weekly rehearsal! If you formerly sang in a group and miss that part of your life, we are here for you. We sing 4 part harmony in the a cappella style and have a great time creating a wonderful sound. We are always preparing for upcoming events since we are a performing chorus. If you love to sing, you will love our group. We are friendly, welcoming, and hav(…)
Western Swing Dance Class
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: Millwood Masonic Center
Come enjoy a Western Swing Dance class with experienced coach Joel Thomas. We have a great environment to learn dance moves with space to move and no distractions.
We hold lots of different events in the lodge but the dance classes always have the most positive energy because everyone is moving and having a good time. Everyone is there to learn a new skill and this is all for fun so there is no n(…)
Next Gen REI Club Meetup
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: The Arcadia Building
TEXT FOR MORE INFORMATION AND DETAILS 509-768-4357 WE LOOK FORWARD TO MEETING YOU!!! If your are interested in weekly real estate investing support please see our Team Invest Pro meetup at https://www.meetup.com/Team-Invest-Pro/ or go to http://teaminvestpro.we-do-realestate.com/ for additional real estate education and support.(…)
Revival Spokane Prayer Group
◦ When: Thursday, May 16th
◦ Where: undefined
In the midst of challenging times, God only asks us to do one thing, pray. Revival Spokane is not looking for money, donations, or anything else. This is just a call to prayer. Please join us each week online for a zoom meeting where we will call upon our Father for healing and revival.
Join us in prayer for revival in Spokane and Eastern Washington. Visit [email protected] to request the (…)
Expo ’74 + 50: the Unfinished Work Walking Tour
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: 620 W Spokane Falls Blvd
**\*\*Please RSVP at: https://www.sierraclub.org/washington/outings\*\***
**Restoring Spokane Falls:** the work of Sierra Club and Avista to [restore flows to Spokane Falls](https://www.sierraclub.org/washington/upper-columbia-river/blog/2015/04/restoring-spokane-falls), followed by a walking tour of the waterfalls (Upper Spokane Falls and Lower Spokane Falls). The focus will be on human habitati(…)
TEXT Karen at 509-842-6516 for location
◦ When: Thursday, May 16th
◦ Where: TEXT
How long have you thought about doing real estate? or have you been doing it and want to network? Come expecting, ready to take notes, ready to meet other investors, network and have fun!! NATIONWIDE!
This is real estate investing education, but also includes financial and tax strategies no one has taught us! You will be amazed (and maybe a little ticked off!)
YOU MUST CONTACT ME at 509-842-6516 (…)
Bear Totem Weekly Board Game Night
◦ When: Wednesday, May 15th
◦ Where: The United Building
We will be doing a learn-to-play and just hanging out and playing board games. Feel free to bring the game along if you want to teach, everyone. We are here to learn to play. Board games are free every Tuesday and I will be doing board game learn-to-plays every Tuesday as well. I have several very nice board gaming tables and a decent board game library. Want to start a regular Tuesday board game (…)
Weekly Meditation at Spokane Buddhist Temple
◦ When: Thursday, May 16th
◦ Where: 927 S Perry St
Spokane Mindfulness Meditation Community holds a weekly meditation every Wednesday at the Buddhist Temple at 10th Av. and S. Perry. The meditation is 20 minutes silent sitting meditation followed by 10 minutes of walking meditation and then another 20 minutes of sitting meditation.
This is followed by a reading and discussion. No charge, donations thankfully accepted.
Hope to see you all there.(…)
Start Your Week with Spokane Valley Toastmasters
◦ When: Monday, May 13th
◦ Where: Leavitt Conference Room
Check out this lively club in the Valley every Monday (except holidays) at 6:45 am.
In Person: Leavitt Conference Room at 12709 E Mirabeau Parkway, Suite 20, Spokane Valley, WA 99216.
Online via Zoom: [https://paytrace.zoom.us/j/508664732](https://nam04.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fpaytrace.zoom.us%2Fj%2F508664732&data=04%7C01%7Cchris.moan%40avistacorp.com%7Cf3fdd5910d694f9(…)
Regular Club Meeting
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Frankie Doodle’s
We invite you to join us every Friday morning to discuss club activities, learn about service opportunities, and hear from speakers from other organizations and nonprofits in the Spokane community. Breakfast is optional, doors open at 6:45am, and the bell rings at 7:00am. There is no better way to start your Friday than with this wonderful group of people as we strive to “serve the children of the(…)
Introduction meeting
◦ When: Thursday, May 16th
◦ Where: Meeting place
We are all online as we are investors across the country! TEXT Karen at 509-842-6516 with name and email. Have something to take notes. My mentor says to have a bowl ready, as this will BLOW your mind!(…)
May (Part 1)
◦ When: Wednesday, May 15th
◦ Where: 1836 S Espinazo Dr
Let’s get together twice a month for good literature, food, and fellowship! This group is open to anyone who enjoys reading. The first 30 minutes we’ll mingle together over appetizers and wine. The following hour we’ll discuss a book of the group’s choosing that month. Open to all!
Our book for the month of May is ‘Circe’ by Madeline Miller. We’ll discuss chapters 1-14 at this meeting and we’ll d(…)
Commander game
◦ When: Saturday, May 18th
◦ Where: Dragon Parlor Games
Bring your own decks and bring others if you want. Also if you’re new you can borrowing my deck. You can bring your own(…)
Evening Monthly Meeting
◦ When: Friday, May 17th
◦ Where: Lutheran Church of the Master
We meet the 3rd Thursday of every month in the Fellowship Hall of the Lutheran Church of the Master to discuss our latest projects and get tips on writing as well as publishing and marketing ourselves and our books. Part of the meeting is also set aside to hear one or more of our members read their latest works and share feedback.(…)
Tips to meet people at social events
You can make more friends at one party by showing interest in them than in a month by trying to meet people online. Meeting new people and making genuine connections in local events can be fun and easy if you go with the right mindset.
When it comes to meeting new people, nothing beats showing up in the real world. But none of the tips will work if you are not coming from the right place. Keep an open mind when attending social events. Reframe strangers as potential friends, it will make it much easier to approach conversations and fully engage in them.
When choosing an event, keep an eye on interesting themes, something you can relate to. Meeting new people in the context of mutual interest increases your chances of being friends.
Research events with the types of people you want to meet. They could be people in your age group, your field of work, or a specific neighborhood. Do not be too strict though, loosen up a little bit from your expectations.
Go where people are intentionally looking to make friends such as networking events where it feels normal and expected to walk up and introduce yourself.
In this digital era, apps and websites are the most convenient solutions for finding out about local events. If you are not sure where to look for events happening in Spokane, you can try out Bayareaafterhours.substack.com, Visitspokane.com, or My.spokanecity.org.