Emerson Garfield

Apply Now for Spokane Arts Grants

January 11, 2017 Emerson Garfield

Spokane Arts just launched a brand new grants program called the Spokane Arts Grant Awards (SAGA).

Individuals, neighborhood groups, organizations, heritage groups or collectives—in all arts disciplines—are invited to apply for grants of up to $10,000 each. Multiple grants will be awarded.

Applications and additional information are available at this page. The application deadline is Wednesday, February 1. Awards will be announced on March 1 of this year.

Need help with the grant application forms? Sign up here on Brown Paper Tickets to attend the free grant-application workshop on Wednesday, January 18 (4 to 5:30pm) at the Downtown Spokane Public Library.

For answers to basic info about SAGA, check out these FAQs. Still got questions? Contact Grants Administrator Jennifer Knickerbocker at jennifer@spokanearts.org.

Police & Community Forum on Jan. 17

January 10, 2017 Emerson Garfield

All are welcome to attend a Police & Community Forum on January 17, from 6-9 pm, at The Service Station, 9315 N Nevada St, Spokane, WA 99218. Its purpose is to create an opportunity for dialogue between law enforcement and the community and to build trust.

The forums have been very helpful in opening up dialogue, and will include a panel discussion, a question and answer time with the audience, and small-group facilitated discussion.

Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to attend. Please feel free to share this information with others.

Free Training: Enhancing the Survival Mindset

December 18, 2016 Emerson Garfield

Spokane Police Department is holding an Enhancing the Survival Mindset (ESM) presentation for men and women on December 27. Sergeant Kendall will be teaching the community about personal safety and situational awareness.

Presentation details:
December 27, 2016, from 5:30-7 pm
Spokane Police Academy
2302 N Waterworks St, Spokane, WA 99212 (map)

This presentation is “classroom style only” (not practicing kicks and punches in the gym) but please wear comfortable clothing like jeans and tennis shoes.

Please sign up with Courtney Shearer at the Academy: cshearer@spokanepolice.org or 509-742-8100. Space is limited, so please contact her right away if you are interested in attending.
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Free Coffee and Pastry with a Cop

November 5, 2016 Emerson Garfield

coffee-with-a-cop-11-2016 On Thursday November 10th, there will be free coffee and pastry with a Cop at the NorthTown Mall from 10 am to 12pm in the Internet Café area which is on the north end of the mall between Buffalo Wild Wings and Kohls.

This is a great opportunity to talk to members of the Spokane Police Department about any topic that you wish in a very casual atmosphere. Come meet and build relationships with the officers who actually patrol your neighborhood.

Feel free to share and post this flyer.

Final Korean Food Sale of 2016 (Nov 5)

November 1, 2016 Emerson Garfield

Spokane Hope Christian Reformed Church (스포켄 소망교회) is holding its last Korean Food Sale of the year on Saturday, November 5 from 10am to 2pm. The church’s kitchens are located on the lower level of Knox Presbyterian (806 W Knox).

The menu of ‘Seoul’ food is available for dining in or take out. It includes bulgogi (BBQ beef), spicy Korean pork, potstickers, bean pancakes, bibimbap (mixed veggies), gimbap (vegetarian sushi) and more. Their kimchi is always a favorite as well.

All proceeds will help to benefit the church and its ministries. Contact Pastor James Shin at spokanehopecrc@gmail.com or (509) 720-9646 with questions.

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