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Kanopy’s Big Movie Watch Features a Captivating Film Based on True Events

Posted in News on September 3, 2024 at 6:00 am

Big Movie Watch If you’re looking for a feel-good movie with a dash of nostalgia and a whole lot of heart, Pinball: The Man Who Saved the Game is a must-watch! Based on true events, the film centers on the captivating story of Roger Sharpe, a GQ journalist and real-life pinball wizard who, in 1976, […]

Tags: adults, documentary, films, Kanopy, movies, teens

The Benefits & Importance of Play & Learn Storytime for Young Children

Posted in News on August 28, 2024 at 6:00 am

Storytime at the library is a fun experience with books and also so much more. It’s a time for parents and caregivers to start their young children on the path to a lifelong love of reading and learning. First up... […]

Seize September: Create, Learn & Thrive with These Library Programs

Posted in News on August 21, 2024 at 5:30 am

September offers weekly storytimes for early learners and creative STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) programs for kids, tweens, and teens. Adult programs in September include creative and do-it-yourself workshops, gardening classes, Medicare help sessions, and programs for health, wellness, and support. If you are thinking abo […]

Discover Amazing Local Geology & Help Scientists Study Medical Lake’s Water

Posted in News on August 6, 2024 at 6:00 am

You are invited to walk along the Medical Lake trail as we chat about the natural science and history of the beautiful lake. The evolution of restoring the lake from a nearly eutrophic (almost dead) lake has been a remarkable story... […]

From Garden to Plate: Fresh Produce Swaps, Helpful Classes & Resources

Posted in News on July 31, 2024 at 5:25 am

Throughout the months of August and September, you can bring in extra produce (fresh only) from your garden to share with others in the community and take home something different from another garden. Also check out upcoming gardening programs, staff picked booklists, and online resources for gardening. […]

6 Author Talks about Success, Free Will vs Destiny, Hope, History & More

Posted in News on July 24, 2024 at 5:15 am

The lineup for the SCLD Online Authors Series in August and September brings you a bestselling group of authors and multifaceted topics... outer space, college admissions, interspecies friendship, oral histories, open-minded living, free will vs destiny, uncertainty vs control, grief and love... […]

August Events for Adults: Create, Explore Nature, Gain Insights & Get Support

Posted in News on July 17, 2024 at 5:00 am

August is a great time to explore new things, see what you can create, and even get your taste buds dancing. All of this you can do for free at the library. Sign up today! […]

Become a Reading Buddy Volunteer to Help a Child This Fall

Posted in News on July 16, 2024 at 6:00 am

You can help a child improve their reading skills and gain confidence as a reader. If you love reading and enjoy spending time with kids, consider signing up to volunteer. The Reading Buddy Program pairs volunteers, as mentors, with elementary school students in grades 1–5. The goal of the program is to support and sustain students’ reading lev […]

Vitalant Blood Drive: Nonprofit Urges Community to Donate This Summer

Posted in News on July 10, 2024 at 6:00 am

Vitalant works with regional blood donors, local hospitals, and community organizations like Spokane County Library District to coordinate the complex logistics of ensuring blood is available for whoever needs it, whenever it’s needed, during every season. Help us save lives this summer! Sign up for one of two blood drives for adults at Spokane V […]

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3 New Online Resources Offer Enjoyable, Educational Content for Early Learners

Posted in News on July 2, 2024 at 5:00 am

Our Digital Library has three new online resources for young children and their educators that make learning enjoyable and entertainment educational. BookFlix and Just for Kids both have educational and entertaining content for young children. Scholastic Teachables is a resource for parents and adults who teach children, pre-kindergarten through gr […]

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