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Yarn & Fabric Exchange

Library Clerical Assistant, Lisa Cox, had no idea when starting a fabric and yarn exchange at Shadle Park Library in November of last year that

Women’s History Month and Archival Silences 

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

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

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

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

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.

Yarn & Fabric Exchange

Library Clerical Assistant, Lisa Cox, had no idea when starting a fabric and yarn exchange at Shadle Park Library in November of last year that

Women’s History Month and Archival Silences 

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

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

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

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

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.