TAG: booklists
Embark on a Flavorful Adventure with These Charming Tea & Book Pairings
Posted in Explore and Discover on August 16, 2023 at 6:00 am
By Dana Mannino Tea is versatile—hot in the winter and cool and refreshing in the summer. The variety of available blends and flavors adds to its versatility. In any season, tea is the perfect accompaniment to a book. This summer, we collaborated with three local tea shops to bring you the series Iced Tea & […]
Librarian Hacks: Quick & Helpful Tips for Tidying Up Your Home Library
Posted in Explore and Discover on August 9, 2023 at 6:00 am
I have books just about everywhere—probably because I love to always have a book within arm’s reach. I’ve come to realize that it can get a bit out of control in my house. When so many books are scattered about house—so much so that when I gather them up, they do not fit on my shelves—then I know I have some book weeding to do! If your bo […]
Tags: adults, booklists, books, community, declutter, organize, reading, tidy up
50 Summer Activities to Explore in Your Backyard, Around Town & the PNW
Posted in Explore and Discover on July 5, 2023 at 6:00 am
By Abra Cole We are in the full swing of summer. And before you know it, we will be swinging back toward fall, crisp leaves, hot cocoa, and (dare I say it) snowy weather. But before that happens, we have summer fun awaiting us. I’ve compiled a list of 50 summertime ideas for things to […]
Tags: activities, adults, booklists, books, community, kids, parents, summer, teens, tweens
Journey of a Citizen Scientist: Finding Meaningful & Helpful Interactions with Nature
Posted in Explore and Discover on April 26, 2023 at 6:00 am
By Savannah Stewart For the past few years, I’ve been working on connecting more with my environment—not just in a meditative sense, although I have been doing that as well. I’ve been focusing on doing things that are impactful to our community and that get me outside more. A couple years ago, I stumbled across […]
Tags: adults, booklists, citizen science, community, nature, sampling, science, Spokane Riverkeeper, teens, water
New Read-Along Books for Kids Offer Built-In Audio Along with Page-Turning Fun!
Posted in kids, News on April 25, 2023 at 6:00 am
By Sheri Boggs With summer just around the corner, many families are looking for convenient, inexpensive ways to keep the kids entertained and engaged. That’s why we’re excited to share the launch of a new collection that ticks all the boxes. Read-Along books (or simply, Read-Alongs) are regular hardcover children’s books with a sturdy audio […]
Tags: audio, audiobook, booklists, books, caregivers, Child, childcare, childrens, kids, parents, read-along books, read-alongs, reading, teachers, tweens
Preparing to Get Outdoors: Helpful Books, Guided Hikes & A Spring Essentials List
Posted in Explore and Discover on March 15, 2023 at 5:00 am
By Alison Johnson Around this time of year, I anxiously await getting outdoors with my pup. I have a high energy dog who loves tramping through the mountains and just about anywhere we can find a trail. If I can’t wait, this means we’ll run into mud, ice, snow, rain, and cold. But early spring […]
Tags: booklists, books, Discover Pass, essentials, hikes, hiking, overdrive, preparation, preparedness, programs, reading, safety, trails, walking
Inclusivity, Awareness & Literacy: Sensory Storytime & Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Posted in Explore and Discover, Parents and Teachers on March 2, 2023 at 4:30 am
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month and prompts us to consider our level of awareness, what is and isn’t in place in our community for inclusion of all people of all abilities, and what we can do as individuals and as a community to be open to and inclusive of everyone. In this guest blog, learn about Sensory Storytime and browse […]
Tags: adults, awareness, booklists, books, community, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, disability, kids, parents, reading, story time, teens, tweens
The Season in 5 Senses: Finding Calm, Centered, Peaceful Moments
Posted in Explore and Discover on December 21, 2022 at 6:00 am
For some of us, this is the season of overwhelm. Expectations we have for ourselves or that others have for us can be downright unbearable during the holidays. This year, I propose trying a different approach to the holiday season. Namely, let’s take a step back, give ourselves a little space, and try to find more meaning in doing less. If you ha […]
Tags: adults, booklists, books, parents, reading, teens, tweens
A Booklist for Bookworms: 5 Engrossing Titles About Books, Building Community & Mysteries!
Posted in Explore and Discover on December 6, 2022 at 6:00 am
By Alison Johnson Reading a book that revolves around books makes me happy. I am sharing my joy of books about books with other book lovers out there. Here are five books that feature either a fictional author, editor, librarian, bookseller, or a community of readers, and of course… books! I hope you’ll give one […]
Q&A with Teri Koski: Finding Useful Resources & Support for Memory Loss & Dementia
Posted in Explore and Discover, Prime Time on October 13, 2022 at 7:00 am
By Crystal Miller According to Alzheimer’s Disease International, “someone in the world develops dementia every 3 seconds. There are over 55 million people worldwide living with dementia in 2020. This number will almost double every 20 years, reaching 78 million in 2030 and 139 million in 2050.” These statistics are sobering and point to the […]
Tags: adults, ALTCEW, Alzheimer's disease, booklists, community, dementia, information, memory loss, parents, services
