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Which Library System is Which?

Skyler

Depending on where you live, you have FREE access to one of THREE different library systems locally: Spokane Public Library, Spokane County Library District, and Liberty Lake Municipal Library. Which system is your system? What are the differences among them all? And is there a way to use resources from

Libraries Will Forever Be Relevant. Here’s Why.

Skyler

When you think of the word “library”, what comes to mind? The answers I typically get are: books, “SHHHHH”, and images of dimly-lit, dull spaces with dusty shelves packed with classic literature and ancient tomes (likely perpetuated by media and antiquated views of a 19th century library). If you visit

Disability Pride Month

Sharma

I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis more than a decade ago now, and I live with it the same way I live with my sobriety: day by day. While my disease course has remained fairly stable since starting an infusion called Ocrevus in 2019, I experience persistent symptoms from past

Benny & Joon Exhibit at Central Library

Skyler

Benny & Joon, the hit 1993 film featuring Johnny Depp and Mary Stuart Masterson, was filmed right here in Spokane! Now we’re celebrating the film’s 30th anniversary with a special exhibit on the third floor of Central Library with memorabilia from the movie set. Check out gifts from the cast,

Science Speaks Spokane

Youth Services

Are your kiddos asking questions about why and how colors are created? Wondering what DNA looks like? Confused about the scientific method? These events were made for them!  The events listed below are geared to 6-18 year olds, and presented by working research scientists from the local organization, Science Speaks

Rider’s Licenses Available at the Library

Skyler

All youth 18 and under can now get Rider’s Licenses at any local library location and ride the bus for FREE with Spokane Transit Authority! When you come to the library, there are a few things you will need to know:

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Which Library System is Which?

Skyler

Depending on where you live, you have FREE access to one of THREE different library systems locally: Spokane Public Library, Spokane County Library District, and Liberty Lake Municipal Library. Which system is your system? What are the differences among them all? And is there a way to use resources from

Libraries Will Forever Be Relevant. Here’s Why.

Skyler

When you think of the word “library”, what comes to mind? The answers I typically get are: books, “SHHHHH”, and images of dimly-lit, dull spaces with dusty shelves packed with classic literature and ancient tomes (likely perpetuated by media and antiquated views of a 19th century library). If you visit

Disability Pride Month

Sharma

I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis more than a decade ago now, and I live with it the same way I live with my sobriety: day by day. While my disease course has remained fairly stable since starting an infusion called Ocrevus in 2019, I experience persistent symptoms from past

Benny & Joon Exhibit at Central Library

Skyler

Benny & Joon, the hit 1993 film featuring Johnny Depp and Mary Stuart Masterson, was filmed right here in Spokane! Now we’re celebrating the film’s 30th anniversary with a special exhibit on the third floor of Central Library with memorabilia from the movie set. Check out gifts from the cast,

Science Speaks Spokane

Youth Services

Are your kiddos asking questions about why and how colors are created? Wondering what DNA looks like? Confused about the scientific method? These events were made for them!  The events listed below are geared to 6-18 year olds, and presented by working research scientists from the local organization, Science Speaks

Rider’s Licenses Available at the Library

Skyler

All youth 18 and under can now get Rider’s Licenses at any local library location and ride the bus for FREE with Spokane Transit Authority! When you come to the library, there are a few things you will need to know:

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