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Deer Park Library Closes Temporarily Due to HVAC Equipment Failure

Posted in News 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 in News 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. […]

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

Posted in News 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 in News on June 11, 2025 at 6:00 am

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 […]

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

Posted in News 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. […]

K–12 Summer Series Has Inspiring Author Talks for Kids, Teens & Families

Posted in News on June 3, 2025 at 6:00 am

Get ready for an exciting summer of storytelling, creativity, and inspiration. Our summer series lineup features four incredible authors who have captivated readers of all ages. Each event offers a unique opportunity for K–12 students, educators, and book lovers to hear directly from these acclaimed authors about their writing journeys, creative […]

Level Up with Our Online Summer Reading Challenge for All Ages

Posted in News on May 28, 2025 at 6:00 am

Our Online Summer Reading Challenge “Level Up at Your Library” is for everyone—adults, teens, kids, and even infants and preschoolers. The challenge includes giveaways and prizes as well as the many benefits of reading. Start tracking your reading on Sunday, June 1 and through August 31. […]

Our June Events Help You Get Creative, Head Outdoors & Find Useful Knowledge

Posted in News on May 14, 2025 at 6:00 am

Our lineup of events for adults in June offers a variety of topics to explore, including authors and books, creative and inspiring, gardening and the outdoors, health, wellness and support, and small business. […]

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Big Library Read: Insightful, Lyrical Memoir with No Holds, No Waiting

Posted in News on May 13, 2025 at 6:00 am

Borrow the Big Library Read with no holds and no waiting, available through Libby and OverDrive. May 15-29, we're reading the memoir "Uncommon Measure" by NAtalie Hodges. It is is an insightful and lyrical exploration of music, time, and self-discovery--a virtuosic debut from a gifted violinist searching for a new mode of artistic becoming. […]

All Aboard! New Passes to the Inland Northwest Rail Museum

Posted in News on May 7, 2025 at 6:00 am

SCLD has Family Museum Passes for the Inland Northwest Rail Museum in Reardan, Washington, during the summer, from June 1 to September 30. The museum’s collection includes almost 30 different rail cars and engines plus an outstanding selection of railroad memorabilia and an extensive library. Admission also includes one ride per person on the 2-f […]

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