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Understanding the cost of running the library

Understanding the Cost of Running a Library

Library Services

At Spokane Public Library, one of our core values is to spend public funds responsibly. We recognize that your hard-earned tax-payer dollars fund library services,

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,

Women’s History Month and Archival Silences

Sharma

Women’s History Month is here again, and I’m thinking of the histories we’re familiar with and the histories that have never been uttered. I was overjoyed to hear that Debra Magpie Earling, Bitterroot Salish, born in Spokane, living in Missoula, recently won both the PNBA and the Montana Book Award

Lilac City Local: A Free Magazine from Spokane Public Library

Alina

Libraries are not only home to a wide variety of books and stories, but sanctuaries where voices once silenced find resonance. People from all walks of life come together, united by a love of learning, community, and accessible resources. Whether you’re bringing your kids to storytime, getting business help from

Free Yoga Classes at the Library

Alina

Have you ever wanted to try yoga but weren’t sure if you were “flexible” enough? Well, we’re going to let you in on a little secret – yoga is not all about flexibility! While yes, it’s a part of it, a majority of yoga aims to build a deeper connecting

Will It Waffle: Cooking Competition

Youth Services

Do you like cooking or experimenting in the kitchen? Now is your chance to show us what you’ve got! On March 26 at Indian Trail and on March 27 at Liberty Park, the Spokane Public Library is hosting its first ever teen cooking competition. In teams of two, participants will

NOW OFFERING! Teen Events @ South Hill Library

Youth Services

At many of our library locations, we offer weekly programs for our middle and high-school-aged patrons to make new friends, enjoy fun activities, and have a safe place to hang out. We are excited to announce that these programs have made it across the river to our South Hill location.

24/7 Library Kiosks: Books All Day, Every Day

Skyler

Have you ever had a late night thought to read a new book or get a movie to watch? Or maybe a library is a bit too far to travel to at that moment. With the 24/7 Library Kiosks, accessing materials has never been so convenient! The kiosks are like

Understanding the Cost of Running a Library

Library Services

At Spokane Public Library, one of our core values is to spend public funds responsibly. We recognize that your hard-earned tax-payer dollars fund library services,

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,

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