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Summer reading is upon us, and whether you’re just getting back into the reading groove or simply craving some inspiration to get you started, look

Roots Music & Puppetry with Red Yarn

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Get ready to sing and dance with Red Yarn! Acclaimed Portland family performer Red Yarn presents “The Get-Together,” a lively music & puppet show where

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

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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

Expo Revival: Searching for Trent Alley Art & Historical Exhibits

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Visit the third floor of Central Library this month to view two incredible exhibits celebrating and honoring the history and legacy of Asian and Asian Americans in the Pacific Northwest and Spokane. Did you know? For much of the 20th century, the stretch of blocks between Bernard and Howard along

Spokane Zine Fest 2024

Sharma

Last year’s Spokane Zine Fest (SZF) at the Central Library was by far the largest of the literary events I helped with in 2023, a Saturday absolutely stuffed with art and community. Our door count jumped by more than 500 people, and hundreds of people have already responded to this

Honoring Jewish American Heritage Month

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Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with us at Spokane Public Library! Explore our curated collection of recommended books and films that capture the rich tapestry of Jewish American culture and history. From poignant memoirs to captivating documentaries, immerse yourself in stories that illuminate the enduring contributions and experiences of the

Mental Health Awareness Month 2024

Sharma

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The National Alliance on Mental Illness website states that the month is “dedicated to eradicating stigma, extending support, fostering public education, and advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of individuals and families affected by mental illness.” You can download the NAMI toolkit and

Limited Edition Expo ’74 Celebration Library Cards

Skyler

A library card is your key to lifelong learning! Get your limited edition library card in celebration of Expo ’74’s 50th anniversary at any library location between May 4 and July 4 while supplies last. Be sure to join us during the 50th anniversary celebration for Expo Revival: Search for

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Books for Your Star Sign

Library Services

Summer reading is upon us, and whether you’re just getting back into the reading groove or simply craving some inspiration to get you started, look

Roots Music & Puppetry with Red Yarn

Youth Services

Get ready to sing and dance with Red Yarn! Acclaimed Portland family performer Red Yarn presents “The Get-Together,” a lively music & puppet show where

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

Expo Revival: Searching for Trent Alley Art & Historical Exhibits

Alina

Visit the third floor of Central Library this month to view two incredible exhibits celebrating and honoring the history and legacy of Asian and Asian Americans in the Pacific Northwest and Spokane. Did you know? For much of the 20th century, the stretch of blocks between Bernard and Howard along

Spokane Zine Fest 2024

Sharma

Last year’s Spokane Zine Fest (SZF) at the Central Library was by far the largest of the literary events I helped with in 2023, a Saturday absolutely stuffed with art and community. Our door count jumped by more than 500 people, and hundreds of people have already responded to this

Honoring Jewish American Heritage Month

Library Services

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with us at Spokane Public Library! Explore our curated collection of recommended books and films that capture the rich tapestry of Jewish American culture and history. From poignant memoirs to captivating documentaries, immerse yourself in stories that illuminate the enduring contributions and experiences of the

Mental Health Awareness Month 2024

Sharma

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The National Alliance on Mental Illness website states that the month is “dedicated to eradicating stigma, extending support, fostering public education, and advocating for policies that prioritize the well-being of individuals and families affected by mental illness.” You can download the NAMI toolkit and

Limited Edition Expo ’74 Celebration Library Cards

Skyler

A library card is your key to lifelong learning! Get your limited edition library card in celebration of Expo ’74’s 50th anniversary at any library location between May 4 and July 4 while supplies last. Be sure to join us during the 50th anniversary celebration for Expo Revival: Search for

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