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Juneteenth Booklist for All Ages 2023

Officially recognized as a Federal Holiday in 2021, Juneteenth (June 19th) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865, took control

Pride Month Booklist for Kids & Teens

Picture Books Rainbow: A First Book of Pride by Michael Genhart Check It Out My Moms Love Me by Anna Membrino https://catalog.spokanelibrary.org/catalog/Record/7b451aa6-3bcc-4169-a482-2a471a2a5709Check It Out My

Meet our 2023 Artists-In-Residence at The Hive®!

After launching our Artists-In-Residence program in 2021 we have welcomed over 30 Artists-In-Residence to The Hive®. “Residencies at The Hive® have enabled artists to expand their craft beyond what is available in their own spaces. We’ve had artists create entire art exhibits, large public sculptures, and create connections that have raised

Earth Day Events & Resources in Spokane

Join us in celebrating the world’s largest environmental movement – Earth Day! This year, we rally behind the theme “Invest In Our Planet”, which highlights the importance of dedicating time, resources, and energy to solving climate change and other environmental issues. Spokane City Parks & Recreation, Spokane Public Library, and

Conversations on Democracy: Get Involved with Spokane Civics Salon

As part of Spokane Public Library’s mission and vision, we aim to inspire a thriving city through cultural and educational opportunities. One of our newest recurring educational opportunities is a “Civics Salon” created by our Current Affairs Specialist, Shane Gronholz. What is a ‘Salon’? A Salon is a gathering of people

From One Book Lover to Another | Customer Story

The Friends of the Spokane Public Library is an awesome resource for people to buy gently used materials like books, movies, and more. The collection of books for sale is donation based. You, too, can donate your items to the Friends of the Library so others can enjoy books you

Kids & YA Book List for Ramadan & Eid al-Fitr | 2023

View these titles for kids and young adults about Islam, Ramadan, and Eid al-Fitr. This year, Ramadan takes place March 22-April 20. Picture Books Lailah’s Lunchbox: a Ramadan Story by Reem Faruqi Book Mommy’s Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow Book Ramadan Moon by Na’ima B. Robert Book Salam Alaikum: a message of peace by Harris J

Miniature Library | An Art Gallery

For the past few weeks, kids ages 10 and up have imagined their dream library and shrunk it down so they can take it home with them! Check out the creations of some of our artists:

Juneteenth Booklist for All Ages 2023

Officially recognized as a Federal Holiday in 2021, Juneteenth (June 19th) marks the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865, took control

Pride Month Booklist for Kids & Teens

Picture Books Rainbow: A First Book of Pride by Michael Genhart Check It Out My Moms Love Me by Anna Membrino https://catalog.spokanelibrary.org/catalog/Record/7b451aa6-3bcc-4169-a482-2a471a2a5709Check It Out My

Meet our 2023 Artists-In-Residence at The Hive®!

After launching our Artists-In-Residence program in 2021 we have welcomed over 30 Artists-In-Residence to The Hive®. “Residencies at The Hive® have enabled artists to expand their craft beyond what is available in their own spaces. We’ve had artists create entire art exhibits, large public sculptures, and create connections that have raised

Earth Day Events & Resources in Spokane

Join us in celebrating the world’s largest environmental movement – Earth Day! This year, we rally behind the theme “Invest In Our Planet”, which highlights the importance of dedicating time, resources, and energy to solving climate change and other environmental issues. Spokane City Parks & Recreation, Spokane Public Library, and

Conversations on Democracy: Get Involved with Spokane Civics Salon

As part of Spokane Public Library’s mission and vision, we aim to inspire a thriving city through cultural and educational opportunities. One of our newest recurring educational opportunities is a “Civics Salon” created by our Current Affairs Specialist, Shane Gronholz. What is a ‘Salon’? A Salon is a gathering of people

From One Book Lover to Another | Customer Story

The Friends of the Spokane Public Library is an awesome resource for people to buy gently used materials like books, movies, and more. The collection of books for sale is donation based. You, too, can donate your items to the Friends of the Library so others can enjoy books you

Kids & YA Book List for Ramadan & Eid al-Fitr | 2023

View these titles for kids and young adults about Islam, Ramadan, and Eid al-Fitr. This year, Ramadan takes place March 22-April 20. Picture Books Lailah’s Lunchbox: a Ramadan Story by Reem Faruqi Book Mommy’s Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow Book Ramadan Moon by Na’ima B. Robert Book Salam Alaikum: a message of peace by Harris J

Miniature Library | An Art Gallery

For the past few weeks, kids ages 10 and up have imagined their dream library and shrunk it down so they can take it home with them! Check out the creations of some of our artists: