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Helplines, Crisis Services & Other Resources for Spokane County Residents

Posted on October 26, 2023 at 4:00 am

By Crystal Miller Note: This is an update to a previous post. A crisis can occur at any point in life, whether it stems from a natural disaster, a health emergency, or interpersonal trauma. It can affect many aspects of life, including financial needs, emotional health, physical health, and mental health, among others. It is […]

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Serving the Business Community in Spokane County: Inside the StartUp Spokane Rebrand

Posted on October 5, 2023 at 6:00 am

In an exciting development for the business community in the Spokane region, Spokane County Library District and Spokane Public Library have come together to take over and revitalize StartUp Spokane, a program originally created by Greater Spokane Incorporated (GSI) to support local entrepreneurs and foster business growth. This strategic partnersh […]

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Excel Adult High School: New Diploma Program Offered by the Library

Posted on September 26, 2023 at 6:00 am

There are options available for earning a high school diploma—no matter how old you are or when you last worked on a school assignment. One of those options is a new program at the library—Gale Presents: Excel Adult High School. See if this program might be a good fit for you or someone you know... […]

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Take & Give: Seed Library

Posted on August 29, 2023 at 2:45 pm

Seed Library Locations Our Seed Library locations are: Check for gardening programs on our online events calendar. How Do Seed Libraries Work? You borrow from a selection of vegetable, herb, and flower seeds during the year, plant them in your garden, and watch them grow. When it’s time to harvest, collect some seeds to bring […]

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Medical Lake Library Offers Free Wi-Fi, Computers, Resources & Services 

Posted on August 22, 2023 at 2:30 pm

In response to the devastating wildfire, Medical Lake Library is now open 6 days a week to offer support and services for the West Plains community. Special Hours for Medical Lake Library are... […]

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Civic Lab Online: What is an AI Chatbot?

Posted on August 3, 2023 at 4:30 am

About Civic Lab Online Civic Lab Online provides information on issues facing our community for you to explore. Take a look at thought-provoking materials for teens and adults that allow us to engage in open conversation and grow together as a community. You’ll find all past topics on the Civic Lab Online web page. What is […]

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STA Zero-Fare Rider’s License Offers Free, Unlimited Bus Rides for Youth

Posted on June 29, 2023 at 4:00 am

New from Spokane Transit, the STA Rider’s License offers unlimited free bus rides, year-round, for youth ages 6–18 (kids under age 6 already ride free). Some facts about the STA Rider’s License... […]

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The Grand Opening of Spokane Valley Library: All Are Welcome

Posted on May 30, 2023 at 6:00 am

We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening of the new Spokane Valley Library at 22 N Herald Road on Saturday, June 17, 2023. We will hold a brief ribbon cutting ceremony at 9:30am with the doors opening to the public at 10am. All are welcome. We invite you to start the summer season with us at this celebratory event. […]

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Parkside Books: Now Open for Borrowing at Liberty Lake Regional Park

Posted on May 24, 2023 at 6:00 am

What is Parkside Books? Parkside Books, located at Liberty Lake Regional Park, is a seasonal lending location that offers a diverse collection of books for all ages that anyone can borrow to read. Inside the Liberty Lake Regional Park Business Office (3707 S Zephyr Rd, Liberty Lake), Parkside Books serves those visiting the Spokane County […]

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New Catalog Has Improved Searching, Browsing & Features You Can Customize

Posted on May 11, 2023 at 4:00 am

The library has a new catalog with a fresh look and loads of useful features to help you find books and materials. Let’s take a look at some of these features and how you can save time with searches and discovering materials you want to check out... […]

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