
Understanding the Cost of Running a Library
At Spokane Public Library, one of our core values is to spend public funds responsibly. We recognize that your hard-earned tax-payer dollars fund library services,

At Spokane Public Library, one of our core values is to spend public funds responsibly. We recognize that your hard-earned tax-payer dollars fund library services,

Depending on where you live, you have FREE access to one of THREE different library systems locally: Spokane Public Library (us!), Spokane County Library District,

May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Month, and there will be a host of exciting events you can enjoy here at Spokane Public Library. We’ve followed up these event highlights with some brilliant new titles to check out from our collection. Also be sure to check out more

The 3rd annual Inland Northwest Poetry Salon will feature eight generative workshops, all guided by local poets. This event aims to spotlight local creatives, celebrate the craft of poetry, and welcome writers at all stages of their writing lives. Please note that the workshops in the smaller room (Study Room A) require registration. No

Spokane Zine Fest is a one-day event celebrating zines, small press and self-published books, comics, drawings, prints, cards, and other limited-edition works. This year, Spokane Zine Fest will occur on Saturday, May 30th, from 11am to 4pm, and, as always, is free and open to the public—of course, bring money to buy zines and

Knowledge is power. The more we know, the better our capacity for understanding and empathy. Knowledge also gives us the power to learn from the past. Books, films and art, are perfect ways to gain knowledge and understanding. One of the library’s main goals is to provide information on a

With the popularity of the recent film Train Dreams taking center stage, you may have wondered which movies were filmed in and around Spokane. Well, grab the popcorn because we have a whole list of movies ready for you to check out at the library. Train Dreams Check It Out

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities. It is an opportunity to prioritize education, understanding and support for anyone experiencing mental health challenges. Mental illness can affect anyone, regardless of age

At Spokane Public Library, one of our core values is to spend public funds responsibly. We recognize that your hard-earned tax-payer dollars fund library services,

Depending on where you live, you have FREE access to one of THREE different library systems locally: Spokane Public Library (us!), Spokane County Library District,

May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Month, and there will be a host of exciting events you can enjoy here at Spokane Public Library. We’ve followed up these event highlights with some brilliant new titles to check out from our collection. Also be sure to check out more

The 3rd annual Inland Northwest Poetry Salon will feature eight generative workshops, all guided by local poets. This event aims to spotlight local creatives, celebrate the craft of poetry, and welcome writers at all stages of their writing lives. Please note that the workshops in the smaller room (Study Room A) require registration. No

Spokane Zine Fest is a one-day event celebrating zines, small press and self-published books, comics, drawings, prints, cards, and other limited-edition works. This year, Spokane Zine Fest will occur on Saturday, May 30th, from 11am to 4pm, and, as always, is free and open to the public—of course, bring money to buy zines and

Knowledge is power. The more we know, the better our capacity for understanding and empathy. Knowledge also gives us the power to learn from the past. Books, films and art, are perfect ways to gain knowledge and understanding. One of the library’s main goals is to provide information on a

With the popularity of the recent film Train Dreams taking center stage, you may have wondered which movies were filmed in and around Spokane. Well, grab the popcorn because we have a whole list of movies ready for you to check out at the library. Train Dreams Check It Out

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities. It is an opportunity to prioritize education, understanding and support for anyone experiencing mental health challenges. Mental illness can affect anyone, regardless of age