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Library of Things Maintenance & Move to a New Checkout System

Posted on August 13, 2025 at 6:00 am

We are moving our Library of Things collection to a new reservation system. At the same time, we will be inspecting and providing any necessary service to the items in the collection. See what items will be unavailable and which will still be available... […]

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Celebrate & Experience a Stirring Performance with a Spokane Symphony Pass

Posted on August 12, 2025 at 6:00 am

The Spokane Symphony with Musical Director James Lowe Spokane Symphony Passes return to the library for the 2025–2026 season. Spokane Symphony provides high quality, professional orchestral performances and education to Inland Northwest residents for the purpose of enriching and transforming lives through music. Experience a stirring concert performed by this local, cultural treasure. […]

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Create, Volunteer & Explore at the Library for an Awesome August

Posted on July 16, 2025 at 6:00 am

Our August lineup of programs, workshops, and events has over two dozen opportunities for adults. Explore these options and see what you can do. Some programs have a limited number of spots, so sign up soon! […]

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July’s Big Library Read: A Mystical Family Saga About the Power of Stories

Posted on July 15, 2025 at 6:00 am

The Big Library Read is July 17–31. Libby’s free, global digital book club let's you borrow with no holds and no waiting, starting July 17! Available through Libby and OverDrive, "The Storyteller's Death" is July's Big Library Read. […]

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Gain Basic Survival Skills for Wilderness & Urban Settings at the Library

Posted on July 9, 2025 at 6:00 am

Whether you’re preparing for the unexpected on your outdoor adventures or you’re concerned about the uncertainty of the grid, food supply chain, and civil unrest, SCLD’s upcoming survival classes may be for you. […]

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Deer Park Library Closes Temporarily Due to HVAC Equipment Failure

Posted on June 27, 2025 at 5:00 am

Due to an equipment failure in the air conditioning system, Deer Park Library will be closed on Sunday, June 29. The library will reopen for curbside services only from 9am–12pm starting Monday, June 30, through Saturday, July 12. Our mobile library LINC will also be visiting on select days to offer additional services. […]

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Spokane Is Reading Presents Tananarive Due’s ‘The Reformatory’

Posted on June 26, 2025 at 4:30 am

Spokane Is Reading announces author Tananarive Due and her novel 'The Reformatory' for this year’s community-wide reading event! You’re invited to read the book, learn more about Due, and attend the free author events. […]

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Enjoy Live Music, Movies in the Park, Nature Walks & More in July

Posted on June 17, 2025 at 4:30 am

The July lineup of programs and events at our libraries and in the community offer a variety of things to do for adults. Find creative and entertaining programs, walks in nature and gardening clinics, help for job seekers and those looking to start a nonprofit, an author talk with neurologist and author Pria Anand, and sessions offering health, wel […]

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New Streaming Film Collections on Kanopy for Your Viewing Delight

Posted on June 11, 2025 at 6:00 am

Kanopy streaming movies, documentaries, and TV series. Free with an in-district SCLD library card. Our digital resource Kanopy offers quality, thoughtful entertainment with streaming movies, documentaries, and TV series. We introduced Kanopy in 2023 with variety of different collections and later added the Kids collection. We’ve now expanded this offering to include the Family Friendly Collection and Streaming in Spanish Collection. Ideas for […]

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Discover Free Summer Fun: Level Up at Your Library with Programs for Every Age

Posted on June 4, 2025 at 6:00 am

This year’s Summer Reading theme “Level Up at Your Library” is based around puzzles and games. Everyone is encouraged to check out games, crafts, and events at our libraries for kids and families, tweens and teens, and adults. Plus, catch live author talks and track your reading for giveaways and prizes. […]

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