Community Calendar

Feb
13

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
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IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Feb
16

IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group

IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group

Connect with a local community that understands the journey of raising a child with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD).

Join The Arc of Spokane and Akin for a free, bi-weekly gathering designed for parents, guardians, and family members. This judgment-free space allows you to share practical ideas, talk openly about shared experiences, and build a reliable network of support.

Event Details
📆 Date: Every other Monday, starting Feb. 2
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Akin (formerly Children’s Home Society) 2323 N. Discovery Pl., Spokane Valley, WA 99216
💸 Cost: Free

Who Can Join?
This group is open to any family member or caregiver seeking connection and understanding. Whether you want to share your own insights or simply listen and learn, you are welcome here.

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Feb
17

Sage's Portal and Board Games

Pokemon & other board games! We recommend $10 for snacks and drinks there.

Details
📆 Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
🎮 8 spots available

Register online today to save your spot for a night of gaming!

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Valentine's Sweetheart Dance
Feb
18

Valentine's Sweetheart Dance

Join us for an evening of music and dancing at our annual Valentine’s Day Dance. This event provides a fun, inclusive space for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to celebrate with friends and meet new people in the community. We invite everyone to come as they are for a night dedicated to friendship and belonging.

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Feb
23

Dave and Busters

We will take our van together to go to Dave and Busters and play arcade games! We recomend bringing $25 if you want to eat and play games or $25 for loading and existing card or $30 if you are purchasing a new game card!

Details
📆 Date: Monday, February 23, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
🎮 8 spots available

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Feb
24

Healthy Lifestyle Class

Learn some tips and tricks for living a healthy lifestyle! This months topic will be finance.

Details
📆 Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
💵12 spots available

Register online today to save your spot!

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Feb
27

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Mar
2

IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group

IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group

Connect with a local community that understands the journey of raising a child with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD).

Join The Arc of Spokane and Akin for a free, bi-weekly gathering designed for parents, guardians, and family members. This judgment-free space allows you to share practical ideas, talk openly about shared experiences, and build a reliable network of support.

Event Details
📆 Date: Every other Monday, starting Feb. 2
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Akin (formerly Children’s Home Society) 2323 N. Discovery Pl., Spokane Valley, WA 99216
💸 Cost: Free

Who Can Join?
This group is open to any family member or caregiver seeking connection and understanding. Whether you want to share your own insights or simply listen and learn, you are welcome here.

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Indaba Coffee Non-Profit Feature
Mar
6

Indaba Coffee Non-Profit Feature

Support The Arc of Spokane during Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month by visiting Indaba Coffee on March 6. Indaba will donate 10% of all proceeds to benefit individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Stop by, grab your favorite drink, and give back to our community.

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Mar
11

Helping Parents Training - Part One

Helping Parents Training

Helping Parents is a nationwide program, available through The Arc of Spokane, that supports families of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). This program connects parents and caregivers with trained mentors who have faced similar experiences and can offer encouragement, guidance, and real-life insight.

Through this mentor/mentee relationship, you’ll gain helpful tools, share stories, and build a sense of community with others who understand your journey.

Become a helping parent today!

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Mar
11

Life After High School - Part One

Life After High School

Prepare for adulthood with the Life After High School workshop series. This three-part program provides families with a clear roadmap for navigating the shift from school-based services to Washington state adult disability supports like SSI and DDA. Participants will explore local employment and housing pathways, as well as practical strategies for independence.

Register today!

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Mar
13

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Fortunata Tattoo Flash Event
Mar
13

Fortunata Tattoo Flash Event

Join Fortunata Tattoo on March 13 for their Friday the 13th flash event. 10% of all sales will benefit The Arc of Spokane, supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Get inked for a cause and help promote inclusion in our community.

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Mar
18

Helping Parents Training - Part Two

Helping Parents Training

Helping Parents is a nationwide program, available through The Arc of Spokane, that supports families of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). This program connects parents and caregivers with trained mentors who have faced similar experiences and can offer encouragement, guidance, and real-life insight.

Through this mentor/mentee relationship, you’ll gain helpful tools, share stories, and build a sense of community with others who understand your journey.

Become a helping parent today!

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Mar
18

Life After High School - Part Two

Life After High School

Prepare for adulthood with the Life After High School workshop series. This three-part program provides families with a clear roadmap for navigating the shift from school-based services to Washington state adult disability supports like SSI and DDA. Participants will explore local employment and housing pathways, as well as practical strategies for independence.

Register today!

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Mar
25

Life After High School - Part Three

Life After High School

Prepare for adulthood with the Life After High School workshop series. This three-part program provides families with a clear roadmap for navigating the shift from school-based services to Washington state adult disability supports like SSI and DDA. Participants will explore local employment and housing pathways, as well as practical strategies for independence.

Register today!

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Mar
27

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Apr
10

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Apr
24

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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May
8

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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May
22

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jun
5

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jun
19

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jul
3

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jul
17

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jul
31

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Aug
14

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Aug
28

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Sep
11

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Sep
25

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Oct
9

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Oct
23

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Nov
6

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Neurodiversity Night @ The Chiefs
Feb
10

Neurodiversity Night @ The Chiefs

The Spokane Chiefs are very proud to host the 4th annual Neurodiversity Awareness Night against the Seattle Thunderbirds!

Puck drop is 7:05 PM with doors open at 6 PM.  This game provides a unique opportunity to reach fans with neurodiversity and offer an enjoyable, inclusive experience that they would not otherwise have at a typical Chiefs game. This game will involve different features that include PA, music, lighting, ticketing, concourse, Integra Rooms, sensory kits, and more.

Get your discounted tickets here: https://spokanechiefsgroups.com/Neurodiversity-Night-at-the-Spokane-Chiefs_p_1969.html

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Feb
10

Art Class

Show off your artistic talent! Staff will lead the class for a follow along art class.

Details
📆 Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
🎨8 spots available

Register online

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Feb
9

Spark Central

Join us at Spark Central for crafting and/or board games.

Details
📆 Date: Monday, February 9, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
🎨8 spots available

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Feb
3

Baking Night

Come bake with us! If you want to learn how to bake or you already know how to bake and want to show off your skills, you are welcome to come join us!

Details
📆 Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
🧑‍🍳12 spots available

Register online today to save your spot for a night of gaming!

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Feb
2

IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group

IDD Parent & Caregiver Support Group

Connect with a local community that understands the journey of raising a child with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD).

Join The Arc of Spokane and Akin for a free, bi-weekly gathering designed for parents, guardians, and family members. This judgment-free space allows you to share practical ideas, talk openly about shared experiences, and build a reliable network of support.

Event Details
📆 Date: Every other Monday, starting Feb. 2
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: Akin (formerly Children’s Home Society) 2323 N. Discovery Pl., Spokane Valley, WA 99216
💸 Cost: Free

Who Can Join?
This group is open to any family member or caregiver seeking connection and understanding. Whether you want to share your own insights or simply listen and learn, you are welcome here.

Add To Your Calendar

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Feb
2

Video Game Night

Join us for a fun evening of gaming on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Whether you are a pro or playing for the first time, come show off your skills with friends. These sessions are designed for community building and social interaction.

Details
📆 Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Location: The Community Center
💸 Cost: Private pay only
🎮 12 spots available

Register online today to save your spot for a night of gaming!

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Jan
30

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jan
22

Food Bank - Jan 22

Spend your morning on January 22 supporting Spokane food access through community service. Volunteers help the pantry run smoothly by preparing food supplies.

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Jan
16

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Jan
15

ABLE Savings Disability Pop Up

SSI Benefits: How to Protect Eligibility and Save for the Future

If you or someone you care for receives SSI benefits, you may have asked: “What happens if my personal assets go over the $2,000 limit?” This free informational session will give you answers.

Join Ben Chase, CFP®, RICP®, ChSNC®—Wealth Advisor & Partner—as he explains practical strategies to protect your benefits while building financial security.

You’ll learn:

  • What ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts are

  • How they work to maintain SSI eligibility

  • Ways these tools support long-term financial stability for individuals with disabilities

This session is designed for individuals, families, and caregivers who want to understand how to save money without risking essential benefits.

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Jan
15

Food Bank - Jan 15

Make a direct impact on January 15 by helping organize and distribute resources at the South Side Food Pantry. Your time helps ensure local families have the food they need.

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New Year’s Ball
Jan
14

New Year’s Ball

Join us on January 21 for an evening of music and dancing with friends at The Arc. This high-energy social event is one of our most popular monthly activities.

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Jan
12

Polka Dot Pottery

Express your creativity by painting custom ceramics at Polka Dot Pottery on January 12. Join our supportive group for an afternoon of art and community connection.

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Jan
8

Food Bank - Jan 8

Support local food security on January 8 by volunteering at the South Side Food Pantry. This small-group opportunity is a great way to give back to the Spokane community.

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Jan
6

Baking Night

Practice kitchen skills and learn new recipes while baking delicious treats on January 6. This hands-on class focuses on kitchen safety and teamwork in a safe and accessible environment.

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Jan
5

Video Game Night

Play Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 with Friends at the Community Center on January 5. All skill levels are welcome for an afternoon of inclusive gaming and social connection.

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Jan
2

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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Dec
19

IDD Talk & Play Parent Support Group

  • 4211 East Colbert Road Colbert, WA, 99005 (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

IDD Talk and Play Parent Groups offer a free, inclusive space for families raising children under 12 with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Every other Friday, parents and caregivers connect, share support, and build community while children enjoy a play-based environment. Join us to find resources, encouragement, and meaningful relationships.

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