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Happy Friday, Spokane. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Spokane Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead.

📰 In the news

Local happenings: Dad and son unravel clues to dig up ten thousand dollars, hikers ramble cedar trails for lupine, and students prep in medical ASL — catch up here.

State-level stories: New rules boost pay transparency, work zone cameras ticket thousands of speeders, and Washington seniors leap into the top three for healthy aging — see what else is brewing.

National headlines: Study finds adults inhale thousands of plastic fragments daily, many hearts age faster than their owners, and Ford recalls F-150 hybrids without seatbelt chime — peruse the best of the rest.

Highlights this week

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Outdoors: Forget your boring store loop. Sprint through stalls where radishes taste like sunshine and Pearl Jam covers fill the air. These farmers markets are what spring fever really looks like.

Dining: In Spokane, ancient fishing traditions meet hipster vibes, from geoduck sashimi and cedar-plank salmon to coffee-infused Vietnamese tacos. These must-try dishes prove the state’s flavor game is next level.

Reads: The smell of paper, the thrill of cracking open a new story, and the chance to accidentally spend two hours debating which cover looks cooler, Giant Nerd Books is basically a playground for bookworms (minus the monkey bars, plus way more coffee).

Health: Forget outdated weight loss fads and gimmicks. Modern science has changed the game. GLP-1 medications (like the ones behind today’s most talked-about treatments) are helping people manage weight in a safer, more sustainable way. Check out your options today.

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📆 Around town this weekend

All events are subject to change without notice. This is entirey outside our control. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.

Today

👸 Storybook Princess & Fireworks Night @ Avista Stadium | Friday (8/1) at 6:35pm – Ballgame meets fairy tale in your backyard ballpark. Slip into your prince or princess best, nab photos with all your storybook favorites, then stay for a fireworks finale that’ll shine brighter than any tiara. Consider this your weekend happily ever after.

🌠 Xingaia @ The Big Dipper | Friday (8/1) at 8:30pm – Whether you’re still reeling from speed dating or just craving some live noise, Xingaia invades The Big Dipper alongside Xenoplasm and Toxic Vengeance. Fifteen bucks gets you in, zero attitude, just three bands melting amps and your hairline in a friendly, all-ages mosh.

This weekend

🚗 Classic Car Show@ Touchmark on South Hill | Saturday (8/2) at 10:00am – Nothing says small-town pride like a lineup of cherry-restored classics on South Hill in support of the Spokane Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Grab a $5 hot dog while supplies last, admire bumpers so shiny you’ll check your reflection, and feel pleasantly smug about doing good.

🎆 Bluey & Fireworks Night @ Avista Stadium | Saturday (8/2) at 6:35pm – The diamond’s gone to the dogs this weekend, Bluey’s crashing the ballpark for photo ops and goofy grins, then the sky lights up with fireworks when the peanuts settle. It’s your annual excuse for beer, nostalgia, and oohing at sparklers.

👣 Barefoot in the Park @ Pavillion Park | Saturday (8/2) – Kick off your shoes and ditch the hustle at this laid-back summer soirée. Think live tunes drifting over the grass, local food trucks serving up flip-flop fuel, and lake breezes that’ll make you forget it’s a Tuesday—or Saturday, in this case. Grab your pals (and maybe a blanket), and let Liberty Lake show you how to truly “feel the earth” under your toes.

🍻 Summer Sunday Funday @ The Draft Zone | Sunday (8/3) at 12:00pm – Finally, a Sunday where skipping yard work actually earns you bragging rights, with free darts, pool, and cold drinks on tap at The Draft Zone. Show up with your A-game or just your sarcasm, then savor impossible trick shots until next weekend.

🍺 Augtoberfest Day Game @ Avista Stadium | Sunday (8/3) at 1:05pm – An afternoon ballgame meets a mini Oktoberfest with a 5-ounce tasting stein, tasting tokens, and a BINGO card that’s really about free pints, not just numbers, because local logic says cheers beat charts. Stick around for Pizza Factory’s slice-tossing encore on the field.

Next week

🌿 Nature Quest @ South Hill Library | Monday (8/4) at 1:00pm – Whether you’re over scrolling through bird pics or you’re just craving fresh air, head to our neighborhood parks with a map, a magnifying glass, and join this hands-on outdoor romp. You’ll measure tree rings, spy critters, and swap screen time for mud underfoot, guilt-free.

🎨 UV Resin Art @ Liberty Park Library | Tuesday (8/5) at 2:00pm – Think resin art belongs in hipster garages? This UV resin workshop demystifies color mixing, molding coasters, and curing under UV light, no pretension required. Low-pressure fun with bragging rights at brunch, plus one crafty souvenir.

🎶 Osprey Patio Concert Series @ Osprey Restaurant & Bar | Tuesday (8/5) at 6:00pm – Take a break from the usual bar scene and swing by Osprey’s patio for free live music from local artists every Tuesday and Wednesday. Grab dinner, sip something fancy, soak up soul, blues, and classic rock vibes. Rain or shine, your midweek got interesting.

Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →

🎶 Live music & entertainment

  • 8/1 ShineFest 2025 @ Riverfront Park – 5 pm
  • 8/2 Hayes Noble @ The Big Dipper – 8 pm
  • 8/2 Rio Da Yung Og @ Knitting Factory – 8 pm
  • 8/2 Andy Grammer @ Spokane Tribe Casino – 8 pm
  • 8/5 Beatles vs Stones @ The Fox Theater – 7 pm
  • 8/5 Joe Bonamassa @ Northern Quest Casino – 7:30 pm
  • 8/5 The Brudi Brothers and more @ The District – 8 pm
  • 8/5 Jefferson Starship @ Spokane Tribe Casino – 8 pm
  • 8/5 Taj Mahal @ Bing Crosby Theater – 8 pm

🏠️ Price is right – Spokane edition

How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).

*This 👇 could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.

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Listed by: Karl S Kennedy (Keller Williams Realty Spokane)

Perched high in the pines, this Jon Saylor-designed contemporary pulls off both seclusion and city views from its spot on 5+ private acres. Cathedral ceilings soar above the great room and chef’s kitchen, while the dining area spills onto a deck made for sunset-watching and wildlife cameos. The primary suite comes with not one but two walk-in closets and custom finishes that don’t take themselves too seriously.

Four bedrooms, three baths, and two family rooms mean there’s space for everyone, plus a 30’x30′ detached shop for projects or toys. Gated, quiet, and just a quick hop to Spokane, trailheads, and civilization.

Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →

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