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Did you know? Our Community has 3 Different Library Systems

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 (us!), Spokane County Library District,

Become Smoke Ready

Skyler

Smoke Ready Week is June 12-16. Prepare yourself for wildfire smoke this summer by knowing what to look out for and how to reduce your exposure. Breathing clean air is a basic human right, and it can be put at risk through the increased presence of air pollutants, ultimately affecting

A Celebration of Pride and LGBTQIA+ Stories 

Sharma

When I think of Pride Month in the Inland Northwest, I think about the wealth of LGBTQIA+ literature we have here in Spokane (scroll to the bottom for a full list of books mentioned in this blog, and also check out this blog post from Spokane writer and illustrator HF

Family Pride Celebration | June 9, 2024

Skyler

Enjoy a storytime led by library staff, make colorful bracelets, make fruit loop rainbows, and so much more with the whole family. We’re celebrating Pride Month at the library with an assortment of crafts and fun to promote togetherness and inclusivity in our community.  June 9 from 1-3pm, Central Library,

Art Detectives: Case of the Missing Sunflowers

Youth Services

Oh, no! The mysterious Masterpiece Marauder has taken the sunflowers out of Vincent van Gogh’s painting! Become an Art Detective and join us for this special escape room-style event for kids ages 6-14 (caregivers will need to help kids under age 9). Kids will work together to solve puzzles to

Teen Bakers Wanted: Join the First-Ever Great Startup Bakeoff Competition!

Library Services

Are you ready to mix, bake, and create your way to sweet success? Then get your aprons ready because StartUp Spokane (powered by your local libraries) and River City Kitchen are stirring up something amazing just for you! Introducing the first-ever Great Startup Bakeoff happening from Friday, May 31 to

Categories

Did you know? Our Community has 3 Different Library Systems

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 (us!), Spokane County Library District,

Become Smoke Ready

Skyler

Smoke Ready Week is June 12-16. Prepare yourself for wildfire smoke this summer by knowing what to look out for and how to reduce your exposure. Breathing clean air is a basic human right, and it can be put at risk through the increased presence of air pollutants, ultimately affecting

A Celebration of Pride and LGBTQIA+ Stories 

Sharma

When I think of Pride Month in the Inland Northwest, I think about the wealth of LGBTQIA+ literature we have here in Spokane (scroll to the bottom for a full list of books mentioned in this blog, and also check out this blog post from Spokane writer and illustrator HF

Family Pride Celebration | June 9, 2024

Skyler

Enjoy a storytime led by library staff, make colorful bracelets, make fruit loop rainbows, and so much more with the whole family. We’re celebrating Pride Month at the library with an assortment of crafts and fun to promote togetherness and inclusivity in our community.  June 9 from 1-3pm, Central Library,

Art Detectives: Case of the Missing Sunflowers

Youth Services

Oh, no! The mysterious Masterpiece Marauder has taken the sunflowers out of Vincent van Gogh’s painting! Become an Art Detective and join us for this special escape room-style event for kids ages 6-14 (caregivers will need to help kids under age 9). Kids will work together to solve puzzles to

Teen Bakers Wanted: Join the First-Ever Great Startup Bakeoff Competition!

Library Services

Are you ready to mix, bake, and create your way to sweet success? Then get your aprons ready because StartUp Spokane (powered by your local libraries) and River City Kitchen are stirring up something amazing just for you! Introducing the first-ever Great Startup Bakeoff happening from Friday, May 31 to

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