These ‘Bedtime Stories’ won’t put you to sleep

All arts organizations hold fund-raisers. The events not only raise needed funds, they give ordinary people an opportunity to be an active part of the arts scene.

Which is one of the reasons why Humanities Washington holds its annual Bedtime Stories events at various locations across the state. Last year’s Spokane event, for example, was held at the Spokane Club and featured Jess Walter, Sharma Shields and Ben Goldfarb.

For obvious reasons, this year’s event is being handled differently. It’s designed, as many things are these days, to be accessed online.

The date: Oct. 2. The time: 6:30 p.m. The participants: Charles Johnson, whose 1990 novel “Middle Passage” won the National Book Award; Beth Piatote, author of the short story collection “The Beadworkers”; and several student writers. All will be reading original work based on the theme “Unheard voices.”

There’s no admission price to Bedtime Stories, though registration is required. Click here to do so. Maybe even consider giving a donation.

And then feel satisfied that you’ve helped support Washington arts.