Posted on February 17, 2026 at 6:00 am
Closure Notice: Argonne Library will be closed for an HVAC replacement project beginning Monday, March 2, with plans to reopen Saturday, June 6. We apologize for the inconvenience. Other SCLD locations, including Spokane Valley Library, are open during this time for browsing and library events, including weekly storytimes. […]
Tags: community, library closure
Posted on May 6, 2026 at 6:00 am
Now through July, donate gently used and new school supplies at any SCLD library for the 2026 School-Cycle Supply Drive. […]
Tags: community
Posted on May 5, 2026 at 6:00 am
More Family Museum Passes means more opportunities for you to experience local venues this summer! Passes for the Inland Northwest Rail Museum are returning, giving train and history enthusiasts and anyone just learning about trains an enriching experience. New this summer, extra passes to Mobius Discovery Center are available. Now more families ca […]
Posted on May 4, 2026 at 6:00 am
Guest post: Spokane Transit Authority (STA) shares information about the new Opportunity Reduced Fare pilot program, Youth Ride Free, and Summer of Soccer. During the STA open house at the library, you can learn about Reduced Fare programs, get a Connect card, and ask any questions you have about STA. […]
Tags: bus fare, buses, community, open house, reduced fare, Spokane Transit, STA
Posted on April 22, 2026 at 6:00 am
One Book, One Coast is a shared community reading program across the West Coast with over 190 libraries participating in Washington, Oregon, and California. You’re invited to read the graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy and view the live, online author talk with author George Takei. The memoir recounts George’s childhood imprisonment in America […]
Tags: adults, author talk, book, community, reading, teens, tweens
Posted on April 21, 2026 at 6:00 am
Spring is the perfect time for exploring nature, digging in the garden, and having a picnic. Explore engaging activities and more happening at our libraries and outdoors. These May event highlights are just a few that you may want to add to your spring to-do list. […]
Posted on April 13, 2026 at 6:00 am
SCLD is seeking volunteers to serve on pro or con committees related to SCLD’s levy ballot proposition appearing on the August 4, 2026, Special Election ballot. Committee members will be required to prepare “for” or “against” statements for the Spokane County Local Voters’ Pamphlet. […]
Posted on March 30, 2026 at 6:00 am
Every library in Spokane County is collecting nonperishable food for Bites and Books – Turning the Page on Hunger. This county-wide food drive is the entire month of April. Bring canned or packaged non-perishable food to any library during the month of April. Donations of peanut butter and cereal are always appreciated. Your generosity does make […]
Tags: community, food drive, food insecurity
Posted on March 18, 2026 at 6:23 am
SCLD is offering an array of library programs and workshops for every age in April. Check out these highlights that bolster knowledge and have cheerful activities. […]
Tags: adults, community, family, kids, parents, teens, tweens
Posted on March 17, 2026 at 6:00 am
By Janet Hacker-Brumley, SCLD librarian Local History Presentations This year celebrates America’s 250th anniversary. When discussing local history with a customer at Argonne Library, they recommended the history books by Ty Brown, local author and teacher. Based on that suggestion, we were able to bring Brown to the library to discuss two differ […]
Tags: adults, author talk, book, community, local
Posted on February 18, 2026 at 6:00 am
Take time out from the everyday bustle this March to explore events at our libraries and offered online for all ages, adults, as well as families, kids, and teens. […]
