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Explore Terrific Things to Do in March: Art, Music, Reading & More

Posted in News on February 20, 2025 at 4:00 am

For All Ages Explore the Community Art Show: Celebrate Your Community at our libraries and online, March 7–31. View art created by local artists of all ages in the community, displayed in our libraries. You can also see a digital collection of selected art from artists across Spokane County. Enjoy Irish music performed by Floating […]

Read Across America: The Reading Challenge for Kids & Their Families

Posted in News on February 19, 2025 at 6:00 am

Reading can take you anywhere! Students in grades K–5 and their families are invited to "Read Across America" during March to explore new places they’d like to go and others they have already visited. Learn more to start a new reading adventure! […]

A Closer Look at hoopla: Digital Books, Music, Movies, TV & the Borrow Limit

Posted in News on February 4, 2025 at 7:00 am

Content available on hoopla includes digital audiobooks, eBooks, comics, music, movies, television shows, and BingePasses. The borrow limit is related to the pay model for this service. Learn more today! […]

30+ Library Events: Get Creative, Empowered & Informed in February

Posted in News on January 22, 2025 at 6:00 am

February library events include submissions to the Community Art Show, creative programs, informative presentations, and empowering classes. See what you can do and learn in our libraries and online. […]

Create & Submit Art to the Annual Art Show: Celebrate Your Community

Posted in News on January 21, 2025 at 6:00 am

We are excited to announce the return of the annual Community Art Show, an event that brings together the creativity of all ages in the community. The theme for 2025 is "Celebrate Your Community." Everyone of all ages can express what makes their community unique and special. Learn more today! […]

Reading & The Brain: How Kids Learn to Read & Decodable Books That Help

Posted in News on January 8, 2025 at 6:00 am

Learning to read is learning to break a complex code. Decodable readers differ from traditional early readers in that the majority of the words in the book contain only letter sounds and sight words that the children have been directly taught at the beginning. Learn more and borrow decodables from the library. […]

Magical, Smart, Competitive: Check Out These Library Programs in January

Posted in News on December 18, 2024 at 7:00 am

You’ll find library events and programs for a variety of interests this January for adults, teens, and kids and families—crafts, activities, informative sessions, creative fun, and more. […]

Kanopy Gives You Free Streaming Movies & TV Shows at Home & on the Go

Posted in News on December 4, 2024 at 7:00 am

These colder months are the perfect time to find cozy activities to do at home. If you have a regular movie night or are thinking of adding a film-viewing event to your holiday season, check out Kanopy for free streaming from the library. […]

Stay Warm While Exploring Cool Things: Family Museum Passes from the Library

Posted in News on November 13, 2024 at 7:00 am

When the weather turns colder, finding warm, dry outings and activities can be challenging. A visit to your library could be a good solution. Along with books, STEM kits for kids, and even things to borrow, such as a daylight lamp, you can get free passes to your next destination... […]

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Spokane Symphony’s Education & Community Programs & Student Discounts Shine Bright

Posted in News on November 6, 2024 at 7:00 am

Orchestral music can nurture the human spirit and enhance the quality of life. Spokane Symphony provides high quality, professional orchestral performances, enriching and transforming our community through music. The symphony also provides free and discounted tickets for students and has several educational and community programs benefitting the co […]

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