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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,

Library Lovers Day is the New Valentine’s Day

Sharma

Writte by Writing Education Specialist, Sharma Shields February 14th isn’t just Valentine’s Day, it’s also Library Lovers Day! According to the National Today website, Library Lovers Day began in Australia in 2006 and has spread worldwide, with libraries around the globe highlighting reader-to-book matchmaking events (like our “Blind Date with

Most Circulated Books of 2025

Skyler

2025 was a great year of reading! Check out Spokane Public Library’s most circulated titles from the year. Your next read might be in this list! The Women by Kristin Hannah Check It Out The Housemaid by Freida McFadden Check It Out The Tenant by Freida McFadden Check It Out

Library Impact Illustrated by Local Artists

Alina

Libraries mean different things to different people. They can be places of inspiration, refuge, joy, growth, and discovery, often all at once. To celebrate libraries and their importance in our community, we recently partnered with four past, present and upcoming Artists-In-Residence at The Hive and invited them to reflect on

Your Time to Shine in 2026

Skyler

Time to put 2025 behind you and start anew! Get a fresh start this January by trying something new. We’ve pulled a few books and resources for inspiration depending on your interests! Coding Build a new website or video game with your newfound knowledge of code! Coding for Parents by

Library Learning Week: Start the Year Curious

Alina

The New Year is a time for renewal—a chance to reflect, set intentions, and try something new. Library Learning Week embraces that moment by inviting you to explore learning in ways that feel accessible, practical, and inspiring. Whether you want to build a new skill, revisit a long-held interest, or

Who Takes Care of the River? Let’s Explore Spokane

Youth Services

We may be entering a La Niña winter—when more snow on average can be expected than El Niño years—but just a few months ago a stretch of the Spokane River ran dry. This was likely the lowest the river has ever been, due to a combination of factors like changing

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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,

Library Lovers Day is the New Valentine’s Day

Sharma

Writte by Writing Education Specialist, Sharma Shields February 14th isn’t just Valentine’s Day, it’s also Library Lovers Day! According to the National Today website, Library Lovers Day began in Australia in 2006 and has spread worldwide, with libraries around the globe highlighting reader-to-book matchmaking events (like our “Blind Date with

Most Circulated Books of 2025

Skyler

2025 was a great year of reading! Check out Spokane Public Library’s most circulated titles from the year. Your next read might be in this list! The Women by Kristin Hannah Check It Out The Housemaid by Freida McFadden Check It Out The Tenant by Freida McFadden Check It Out

Library Impact Illustrated by Local Artists

Alina

Libraries mean different things to different people. They can be places of inspiration, refuge, joy, growth, and discovery, often all at once. To celebrate libraries and their importance in our community, we recently partnered with four past, present and upcoming Artists-In-Residence at The Hive and invited them to reflect on

Your Time to Shine in 2026

Skyler

Time to put 2025 behind you and start anew! Get a fresh start this January by trying something new. We’ve pulled a few books and resources for inspiration depending on your interests! Coding Build a new website or video game with your newfound knowledge of code! Coding for Parents by

Library Learning Week: Start the Year Curious

Alina

The New Year is a time for renewal—a chance to reflect, set intentions, and try something new. Library Learning Week embraces that moment by inviting you to explore learning in ways that feel accessible, practical, and inspiring. Whether you want to build a new skill, revisit a long-held interest, or

Who Takes Care of the River? Let’s Explore Spokane

Youth Services

We may be entering a La Niña winter—when more snow on average can be expected than El Niño years—but just a few months ago a stretch of the Spokane River ran dry. This was likely the lowest the river has ever been, due to a combination of factors like changing

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