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Literacy across the spectrum

Literacy Across the Spectrum

By Lara Hemingway, former trustee of the Library Board and current Board President for the Northwest Autism Center When my kids were little, we frequently

Spokane Pride History and Remembrance Exhibit, Recommended Reads, and More!

Written by the team at Spokane Pride Spokane Pride is once more proud to display its Pride History & Remembrance Project, an effort by members of the LGBTQ+ community to provide historical context to the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Spokane and Spokane County. Through in-depth historical research using materials

New! Check Out Soccer Passes with your Library Card

In partnership with United Soccer League (USL) Spokane, Spokane Public Library now offers free passes to professional soccer matches to support and cheer on our two local football clubs: the Spokane Velocity FC and the Spokane Zephyr FC, at ONE Spokane Stadium! These passes are available for use by customers who

Thirsty Thursdays with Water Wise Spokane

Learn how to maintain a healthy, resilient yard while conserving water and reducing costs in this 4-part series with Water Wise Spokane! Each session covers practical, science-backed strategies—from smart irrigation techniques to responsible fertilizer use and even grass-free alternatives! Feel free to attend one or all. 

News: An Update about the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), an independent federal agency, has been identified for elimination as of March 14, 2025, by Presidential Executive Order.   The IMLS supports libraries and museums in all 50 states and U.S. territories through grantmaking, research, and policy development. IMLS administers both federal

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

Literacy across the spectrum

Literacy Across the Spectrum

By Lara Hemingway, former trustee of the Library Board and current Board President for the Northwest Autism Center When my kids were little, we frequently

Spokane Pride History and Remembrance Exhibit, Recommended Reads, and More!

Written by the team at Spokane Pride Spokane Pride is once more proud to display its Pride History & Remembrance Project, an effort by members of the LGBTQ+ community to provide historical context to the lives of LGBTQ+ people in Spokane and Spokane County. Through in-depth historical research using materials

New! Check Out Soccer Passes with your Library Card

In partnership with United Soccer League (USL) Spokane, Spokane Public Library now offers free passes to professional soccer matches to support and cheer on our two local football clubs: the Spokane Velocity FC and the Spokane Zephyr FC, at ONE Spokane Stadium! These passes are available for use by customers who

Thirsty Thursdays with Water Wise Spokane

Learn how to maintain a healthy, resilient yard while conserving water and reducing costs in this 4-part series with Water Wise Spokane! Each session covers practical, science-backed strategies—from smart irrigation techniques to responsible fertilizer use and even grass-free alternatives! Feel free to attend one or all. 

News: An Update about the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS)

The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), an independent federal agency, has been identified for elimination as of March 14, 2025, by Presidential Executive Order.   The IMLS supports libraries and museums in all 50 states and U.S. territories through grantmaking, research, and policy development. IMLS administers both federal

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