Registration is required to view the live event and submit questions for the author. Register using the Event URL below.

Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) and join us in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of the New York Times bestselling Assistant to the Villain series. 

Evie Sage didn’t mean to become the right-hand woman to the kingdom’s most terrifying villain. One minute, she was applying for an entry-level position that promised “light paperwork and occasional beheadings,” and the next, she was knee-deep in magical mayhem, murder plots, and an entirely inappropriate crush on her brooding, sharp-jawed, walking disaster of a boss.

Now, with a magical prophecy unraveling, assassins showing up in the break room, and a suspicious amount of frogs wearing crowns, Evie has to figure out how to survive her job without setting the kingdom on fire―or her dignity, which is hanging by a very sarcastic thread.

Being evil-adjacent was never part of the five-year plan. But then again…neither was falling for The Villain.

Full of humor and heart, this magical office comedy about a sunshine assistant and her grumpy evil boss is one you won’t want to miss out on. With the third book in the series, Accomplice to the Villain, out August 5, 2025, you need to register today to learn what tricks are up this author’s sleeve!

About the Author: Hannah Nicole Maehrer—or as TikTok Knows her, @hannahnicolemae—is a fantasy romance author and BookToker with a propensity for villains. When she’s not creating bookish comedy skits about Villains and Assistants, she’s writing to Taylor Swift songs. Her biggest passions in life include romance, magic, laughter, and finding ways to include them all in everything she creates. Most days you can find her with her head in the clouds and a pen in her hand.

SCLD Online Authors Series

Lunch & Learn with ActionCOACH Northwest: Scale Smarter, Not Harder
with Certified Business Coach Ted Schmidt
Wednesday, September 3rd | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Longhorn Barbecue, Airway Heights

Ready to grow your business without burning out your team—or yourself? Join us for a powerful Lunch & Learn with Certified Business Coach Ted Schmidt of ActionCOACH Northwest, where you’ll discover how smart systems can be the secret sauce to scalable success.

In just one hour, you’ll learn how to:
🔧 Streamline operations to save time and reduce stress
⚙️ Automate repetitive tasks and eliminate inefficiencies
📈 Build a strong foundation for sustainable growth
🚀 Boost productivity and enhance customer experiences

Whether you're a business owner, entrepreneur, or team leader, this session is packed with practical takeaways to help you identify bottlenecks, simplify your processes, and scale with confidence.

Come hungry—for Barbecue and Business Breakthroughs!

Registration is required to view the live event and submit questions for the author. Register using the Event URL below.

Embrace your dark side (and your best evil laugh) and join us in conversation with Hannah Nicole Maehrer, creator of the New York Times bestselling Assistant to the Villain series. 

Evie Sage didn’t mean to become the right-hand woman to the kingdom’s most terrifying villain. One minute, she was applying for an entry-level position that promised “light paperwork and occasional beheadings,” and the next, she was knee-deep in magical mayhem, murder plots, and an entirely inappropriate crush on her brooding, sharp-jawed, walking disaster of a boss.

Now, with a magical prophecy unraveling, assassins showing up in the break room, and a suspicious amount of frogs wearing crowns, Evie has to figure out how to survive her job without setting the kingdom on fire―or her dignity, which is hanging by a very sarcastic thread.

Being evil-adjacent was never part of the five-year plan. But then again…neither was falling for The Villain.

Full of humor and heart, this magical office comedy about a sunshine assistant and her grumpy evil boss is one you won’t want to miss out on. With the third book in the series, Accomplice to the Villain, out August 5, 2025, you need to register today to learn what tricks are up this author’s sleeve!

About the Author: Hannah Nicole Maehrer—or as TikTok Knows her, @hannahnicolemae—is a fantasy romance author and BookToker with a propensity for villains. When she’s not creating bookish comedy skits about Villains and Assistants, she’s writing to Taylor Swift songs. Her biggest passions in life include romance, magic, laughter, and finding ways to include them all in everything she creates. Most days you can find her with her head in the clouds and a pen in her hand.

SCLD Online Authors Series

Discover the time-honored gardening tradition of seed saving during this workshop that offers you techniques to identify, harvest, and store seeds. 

Presented by Steve Nokes, WSU Extension Spokane County Master Gardener Volunteer

Need assistance identifying a garden pest or determining why a plant is not thriving? The Master Gardener Volunteers can help with a wide variety of horticulture issues, including plant selection, installation, and maintenance; plant problem diagnosis and treatment; environmentally sound gardening practices; pest identification* and management; and effective landscaping practices.

*Due to limited space, samples for pest identification should be in a 1-gallon or smaller plastic zipper bag. For additional information about preparing a sample for pest identification, call 509.477.2181 or email mastergardener@spokanecounty.org.
 

📸Elevate Your Brand with Powerful Photography📸

First impressions matter—what is your business image saying about you?

In today’s competitive market, high-quality branding photos, team portraits, and headshots aren’t just “nice to have” – they’re essential for success. Your brand’s visuals shape how potential clients, partners, and investors perceive you. Are you putting your best face forward?

Join us for an exclusive workshop with Elizabeth Spruill Portraiture (www.elizabethspruillportraiture.com), where you’ll discover how professional imagery can build trust, strengthen your brand, and help you close more sales.

🌟 What You’ll Learn:
✅ Why quality headshots and team photos matter in today’s business world
✅ How professional images build credibility and brand consistency
✅ Tips for preparing for a professional branding shoot
✅ Live Q&A—get expert insights tailored to your business

Your business deserves to stand out. Make a lasting impact with a polished, professional image that inspires confidence and drives sales.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
📍 Location: Longhorn Barbecue - Airway Heights
⏰ Time: 12pm-1pm

🔥Book your Christmas and holiday session today! 🔥

Your brand is your story—make sure it’s picture-perfect! 🎯📷