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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

Banned Books Week 2024

The American Library Association has announced the 2024 theme for Banned Books Week: “Freed Between the Lines.” The theme makes me think of the recent Time Magazine ‘Icon’ speech given by the American Library Association Executive Director Tracie D. Hall, who said, “I am here as a librarian standing with

Stay Informed | Election Season

As Election Day draws near on November 5, 2024, we will start seeing an influx of political news in our inboxes and newsfeeds. Stay current on the facts to be informed this election season and combat misinformation with the following resources. Voter information was taken directly from Washington’s Secretary of

Pioneers of Change: Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month 2024 

Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month occurs annually from September 15th-October 15th, and this year’s theme, according to the National Archives, is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.”  The theme and its corresponding poster are selected by the National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers (NCHEMP), who advocate for Hispanic participation and

Let Your Voice Be Heard at Open Mic Night!

In a world where it’s easy to feel unheard, finding a space to express yourself can be incredibly liberating! Spokane Public Library’s Open Mic Night, held on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Central Library, offers a welcoming and supportive environment where your voice can truly be

Free Fitness Classes at the Library!

Discover a new way to move, unwind, and have fun – completely free at your local library! Whether you’re looking to stretch out with some Gentle Flow Yoga, get your groove on with Bhangra and Bollywood Dance Fitness, or explore something totally unique like Modern Hoop Dance or Dragon Qigong

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

Banned Books Week 2024

The American Library Association has announced the 2024 theme for Banned Books Week: “Freed Between the Lines.” The theme makes me think of the recent Time Magazine ‘Icon’ speech given by the American Library Association Executive Director Tracie D. Hall, who said, “I am here as a librarian standing with

Stay Informed | Election Season

As Election Day draws near on November 5, 2024, we will start seeing an influx of political news in our inboxes and newsfeeds. Stay current on the facts to be informed this election season and combat misinformation with the following resources. Voter information was taken directly from Washington’s Secretary of

Pioneers of Change: Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month 2024 

Hispanic/Latino Heritage Month occurs annually from September 15th-October 15th, and this year’s theme, according to the National Archives, is “Pioneers of Change: Shaping the Future Together.”  The theme and its corresponding poster are selected by the National Council of Hispanic Employment Program Managers (NCHEMP), who advocate for Hispanic participation and

Let Your Voice Be Heard at Open Mic Night!

In a world where it’s easy to feel unheard, finding a space to express yourself can be incredibly liberating! Spokane Public Library’s Open Mic Night, held on the first and third Wednesday of every month at Central Library, offers a welcoming and supportive environment where your voice can truly be

Free Fitness Classes at the Library!

Discover a new way to move, unwind, and have fun – completely free at your local library! Whether you’re looking to stretch out with some Gentle Flow Yoga, get your groove on with Bhangra and Bollywood Dance Fitness, or explore something totally unique like Modern Hoop Dance or Dragon Qigong