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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,

Black History Month 2022

Skyler

The month of February marks the national recognition of Black History Month. Spokane Public Library has a variety of book lists, events, and films to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of the Black community. We encourage you to show your support and reflect on these recommendations all

Black History Month 2022 | Adult Fiction & Nonfiction

Alina

We’re honored to share this list of adult fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs intentionally created by Spokane NAACP President Kiantha Duncan and Wishing Tree Bookstore. We hope you find opportunities for new understanding and growth through these excellent reads. “Reading is the gateway to imagination. Seeing yourself in the character’s shoes allows

Black History Month 2022 | Young Adult

Youth Services

Black Birds in the Sky by Brandy Colbert Book Muted by Tami Charles  Book Nubia: Real One by L.L. McKinney Book One of the Good Ones by Maika and Maritza Moulite Book Revolution in Our Time: The Black Panther Party’s Promise to the People by Kekla Magoon Book The Cost of Knowing by Brittany Morris Book

Black History Month 2022 | Middle Grade

Youth Services

Black Boy Joy edited by Kwame Mbalia Book Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom by Carole Boston Weatherford  Book Changing the Equation: 50+ US Black Women in STEM by Tonya Bolden  Book Have I Ever Told You Black Lives Matter by Shani King   Book Mighty Inside by Sundee T. Frazier  Book  Never Caught, The

Black History Month 2022 | Picture Books

Youth Services

Above the Rim: How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball by Jen Bryant & Frank Morrison  Book Nina: A Story of Nina Simone by Traci N. Todd & Christian Robinson  Book Overground Railroad by Lesa Cline-Ransome  Book The Highest Tribute: Thurgood Marshall’s Life, Leadership and Legacy by Kekla Magoon  Book The People Remember by Ibi Zoboi &

Lunar New Year Recommended Reads

Alina

We’re gearing up to celebrate Lunar New Year (starting Feb. 1) and the Year of the Tiger (2022)! Lunar New Year, also called Spring Festival, lasts for 15 days and is the most important holiday in China. This festival is also celebrated in Vietnam (where it’s known as Tet), North and

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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,

Black History Month 2022

Skyler

The month of February marks the national recognition of Black History Month. Spokane Public Library has a variety of book lists, events, and films to recognize and celebrate the history, culture, and achievements of the Black community. We encourage you to show your support and reflect on these recommendations all

Black History Month 2022 | Adult Fiction & Nonfiction

Alina

We’re honored to share this list of adult fiction, nonfiction, and memoirs intentionally created by Spokane NAACP President Kiantha Duncan and Wishing Tree Bookstore. We hope you find opportunities for new understanding and growth through these excellent reads. “Reading is the gateway to imagination. Seeing yourself in the character’s shoes allows

Black History Month 2022 | Young Adult

Youth Services

Black Birds in the Sky by Brandy Colbert Book Muted by Tami Charles  Book Nubia: Real One by L.L. McKinney Book One of the Good Ones by Maika and Maritza Moulite Book Revolution in Our Time: The Black Panther Party’s Promise to the People by Kekla Magoon Book The Cost of Knowing by Brittany Morris Book

Black History Month 2022 | Middle Grade

Youth Services

Black Boy Joy edited by Kwame Mbalia Book Box: Henry Brown Mails Himself to Freedom by Carole Boston Weatherford  Book Changing the Equation: 50+ US Black Women in STEM by Tonya Bolden  Book Have I Ever Told You Black Lives Matter by Shani King   Book Mighty Inside by Sundee T. Frazier  Book  Never Caught, The

Black History Month 2022 | Picture Books

Youth Services

Above the Rim: How Elgin Baylor Changed Basketball by Jen Bryant & Frank Morrison  Book Nina: A Story of Nina Simone by Traci N. Todd & Christian Robinson  Book Overground Railroad by Lesa Cline-Ransome  Book The Highest Tribute: Thurgood Marshall’s Life, Leadership and Legacy by Kekla Magoon  Book The People Remember by Ibi Zoboi &

Lunar New Year Recommended Reads

Alina

We’re gearing up to celebrate Lunar New Year (starting Feb. 1) and the Year of the Tiger (2022)! Lunar New Year, also called Spring Festival, lasts for 15 days and is the most important holiday in China. This festival is also celebrated in Vietnam (where it’s known as Tet), North and

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