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Did you know? Our Community has 3 Different Library Systems

Which Library System is Which?

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,

New Library Hours Starting June 8

Beginning June 8, 2025, all Spokane Public Library locations will have new open hours: Monday–Saturday 9am–6pm and Sunday 12pm–4pm. The library analyzed data including customer foot traffic, computer usage, meeting room usage, and staff feedback, to make an informed decision on how to consistently serve our community needs and use

On Poetry and Friendship: April Is National Poetry Month! 

Throughout girlhood I had a close friend named John. He was a couple of years older than I was, deeply kind and intelligent, and more curious about the world than anyone I knew. I learned things from him merely by being in his presence; every conversation was a delight and

Get Lit! 2025

This year’s Get Lit! Festival takes place from April 10th to April 13th and features as its headliners Debra Magpie Earling, Jonathan Johnson, Li-Young Lee, Danez Smith, and Maggie Smith. You can view the entire schedule online here. There are a host of workshops being offered for poets and fiction

National Arab American Heritage Month 2025: A Booklist

April is National Arab American Heritage Month and Spokane Public Library is celebrating our Arab American library patrons! As the Arab American Institute states, “The story of Arab Americans is the story of America.”   “Arab Americans,” the AAI writes, “are a diverse community of immigrants and the descendants of immigrants,

Celebrate Our Planet! Earth Month 2025

This Earth Day, take a moment to reflect on the beautiful planet you call home and learn how to make a difference! Join Spokane Public Library in celebrating the 55th anniversary of Earth Day with local environmental organizations committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing the natural world for current and

Did you know? Our Community has 3 Different Library Systems

Which Library System is Which?

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,

New Library Hours Starting June 8

Beginning June 8, 2025, all Spokane Public Library locations will have new open hours: Monday–Saturday 9am–6pm and Sunday 12pm–4pm. The library analyzed data including customer foot traffic, computer usage, meeting room usage, and staff feedback, to make an informed decision on how to consistently serve our community needs and use

On Poetry and Friendship: April Is National Poetry Month! 

Throughout girlhood I had a close friend named John. He was a couple of years older than I was, deeply kind and intelligent, and more curious about the world than anyone I knew. I learned things from him merely by being in his presence; every conversation was a delight and

Get Lit! 2025

This year’s Get Lit! Festival takes place from April 10th to April 13th and features as its headliners Debra Magpie Earling, Jonathan Johnson, Li-Young Lee, Danez Smith, and Maggie Smith. You can view the entire schedule online here. There are a host of workshops being offered for poets and fiction

National Arab American Heritage Month 2025: A Booklist

April is National Arab American Heritage Month and Spokane Public Library is celebrating our Arab American library patrons! As the Arab American Institute states, “The story of Arab Americans is the story of America.”   “Arab Americans,” the AAI writes, “are a diverse community of immigrants and the descendants of immigrants,

Celebrate Our Planet! Earth Month 2025

This Earth Day, take a moment to reflect on the beautiful planet you call home and learn how to make a difference! Join Spokane Public Library in celebrating the 55th anniversary of Earth Day with local environmental organizations committed to protecting, preserving, and enhancing the natural world for current and