“More than 1 in 4 adults in the United States—over 70 million people—have a disability,” reports The Arc, a national organization that advocates for individuals and families
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
Local authors have been receiving major accolades both regionally and nationally this year. Here are some recent highlights: Travis Baldree’s highly anticipated sophomore effort Bookshops & Bonedust was recently heralded as a Science Fiction and Fantasy Pick of the Month by Library Journal. His first book Legends & Lattes is on the short list
Want to help continue to elevate the library as a hub of knowledge, inspiration, and connection? This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to the Spokane Public Library Foundation. Your donations extend beyond books, supporting essential services and programs that cater to the diverse needs of our community like children’s programming, library
Ever heard of HOMAGO? Every Friday from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, middle and high school students can join us in the Studio for HOMAGO Friday at Hillyard Library! HOMAGO is an acronym for Hanging Out, Messing Around, and Geeking Out. This type of programming is the result of the research of Mimi Ito, “a cultural
Now and always is the time to read American Indian stories. In an interview with Oprah Magazine, Vassar poet and professor Molly McGlennen (Anishinaabe) says, “I always think of Native literature as a gift to the world. Telling our own stories on our own terms is a political act. Native
This fall, kids and teens can learn mending skills at the library with expert sewists. More than an instruction in practical skills, this program is a chance for young people to express themselves, create something of their own, and engage with ideas of sustainability. At first glance, a hole in
Ever wonder what writing a novel in one month is like? Since 1999, participants of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) have set out to write 50,000 words throughout the month of November, determined to end the month with a first draft. Build your NaNoWriMo community at these upcoming Spokane Public
“More than 1 in 4 adults in the United States—over 70 million people—have a disability,” reports The Arc, a national organization that advocates for individuals and families
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
Local authors have been receiving major accolades both regionally and nationally this year. Here are some recent highlights: Travis Baldree’s highly anticipated sophomore effort Bookshops & Bonedust was recently heralded as a Science Fiction and Fantasy Pick of the Month by Library Journal. His first book Legends & Lattes is on the short list
Want to help continue to elevate the library as a hub of knowledge, inspiration, and connection? This Giving Tuesday, consider donating to the Spokane Public Library Foundation. Your donations extend beyond books, supporting essential services and programs that cater to the diverse needs of our community like children’s programming, library
Ever heard of HOMAGO? Every Friday from 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm, middle and high school students can join us in the Studio for HOMAGO Friday at Hillyard Library! HOMAGO is an acronym for Hanging Out, Messing Around, and Geeking Out. This type of programming is the result of the research of Mimi Ito, “a cultural
Now and always is the time to read American Indian stories. In an interview with Oprah Magazine, Vassar poet and professor Molly McGlennen (Anishinaabe) says, “I always think of Native literature as a gift to the world. Telling our own stories on our own terms is a political act. Native
This fall, kids and teens can learn mending skills at the library with expert sewists. More than an instruction in practical skills, this program is a chance for young people to express themselves, create something of their own, and engage with ideas of sustainability. At first glance, a hole in
Ever wonder what writing a novel in one month is like? Since 1999, participants of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) have set out to write 50,000 words throughout the month of November, determined to end the month with a first draft. Build your NaNoWriMo community at these upcoming Spokane Public
