Providence in the community

July 1, 2024 Providence News Team

Caring for our community extends beyond hospital and clinic walls. Since our founding, Providence has closely partnered with local organizations to address the most pressing needs in the Inland Northwest. See how we’re making a difference this summer and join us at these community events sponsored by Providence. Check this page monthly for more upcoming events throughout the summer!

Riverfront Moves Free Summer Fitness Series: Held in partnership with local health and fitness businesses, Providence is proud to be the presenting sponsor for this free fitness series that offers exercise classes for all ages and fitness levels throughout the summer. See the full list of classes and learn more.
Make A Splash Free Summer Pool Parties, Friday's 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. | June 28, July 12 & Aug 2: Join us this summer for three FREE community pool parties hosted by Spokane Parks Foundation and sponsored by Providence. Help us fill up the pool! Kids and families are invited to cool off in the pool, enjoy free hot dogs and snow cones, meet the Spokane Mounted Patrol volunteers and their horses, grab a balloon animal from Vastra the Clown, and much more. Learn more.
- Friday, June 28 at AM Cannon Aquatic Center, 1900 W Mission Ave
- Friday, July 12 at Hillyard Aquatic Center, 3000 E Columbia Ave.
- Friday, August 2 at Liberty Aquatic Center, 1300 E 5th Ave.

The Boulevard Race benefiting Community Cancer Fund I Sunday, September 22 I 10 a.m.: Looking for one of the best running and walking races in Washington and Idaho? Join us for the second running of The Boulevard Race on Sunday, September 22 in downtown Spokane. The 4-mile race will appeal to every fitness enthusiast and everyone who loves running and walking. Along the downtown Spokane race route, you will be entertained and energized by DJs, marching bands and drum lines, cheer squads, and heart thumping excitement in a trip through the scream tunnel! If you are a runner looking for an incredible run or a walker looking to enjoy the scenery of Spokane on a beautiful fall walk – this is the race for you. The Boulevard – Spokane’s next big thing for downtown Spokane – and the important reminder that we are all in the race to beat cancer! Register and learn more.

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