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New Stay Sharp Kits: More Activities to Help Support Those Facing Memory Loss

The library has eight new, themed Stay Sharp Kits available to check out, making a total of 19 different themed kits in our collection. Stay Sharp Kits have been put together with activities that can be used with individuals who are experiencing memory loss or other cognitive issues related to dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory disorders. The kits are also great for anyone who wants to…

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Share Your Memorabilia & Memories of Expo ’74 During the 50th Anniversary Celebration

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of Expo ’74, the library invites you to drop off your memorabilia and photos at any of our library locations for our July exhibit. Items are being collected April 1–May 10. If you have Expo ’74 stories and memories to share, then the library would also like to video record and share them online. Learn more about…

In-Person Payments for County Property Tax on 2 Days at North Spokane Library

The Spokane County Treasurer’s Office is accepting in-person payment of 2024 property taxes at North Spokane Library (44 E Hawthorne Rd) on Tuesday, April 16, and Tuesday, April 23, from 9am to 4pm. No appointments are needed. Learn more…

Reading Romance: Did These 4 Novels Turn Me into a Romantic?

After a rough year, I decided that I would branch out and stretch my preferred reading tastes. Normally, I stick with thrillers and horror. Shockingly (okay, not so shockingly), this doesn’t help my existing anxiety problems. Which genre would I dive into, which felt the scariest? The answer for me was… romance (cue the Twilight Zone theme song). I understand why people love romance novels. Really, I do. In fact…

It’s National Craft Month: Get Inspired, Try Something New & Boost Your Creativity

March is a wonderful time to learn a new skill or fall back in love with an old favorite. To inspire your crafting muse, visit your library to see an art show! You can see and hear two Irish music groups at our libraries to help fuel your creativity. Take a workshop or check out something from our Library of Things or…

Free & Unlimited Streaming Entertainment Means More to Love about the Library

This time of year is perfect for stay-at-home movie nights, and the library can help you enjoy entertainment for free with your in-district library card! In fact, we offer two free movie streaming services: Hoopla and Kanopy. Add these to our large selection of DVDs and that gives you over 100,000 free movies, TV series, shorts, and documentaries to enjoy.

Enjoy Quality Time with Your Family & Friends with Cold Weather Activities

By Alison Johnson Winter is a great time to curl up under a blanket with a hot cup of tea and a great book—especially if my dog is curled up too and warming my feet. But if you have an active family with young people like mine, then you might need to have some activities […]

Seasonal Depression: Things That Help Me During the Dark Months

The changing of the seasons brings delight with bright colored leaves against a blue sky and the smell of earth as everything starts to decompose in a pleasant way. Unfortunately, this time of year also brings something that I dread—and it isn’t the cinnamon-scented pinecones and brooms that appear at stores (although these are no fun for someone with an allergy to cinnamon). No, the thing I dread this time of year is the darkness. Because with that darkness, seasonal depression is coming to wreak havoc on my life. …

5 Ways to Make an Impact Against Domestic Violence in October

Guest blog by Taffy Hunter Domestic Violence Awareness/Action Month Preventing domestic violence requires a collective and proactive effort from every community member. It goes beyond mere awareness and encompasses diverse strategies and initiatives to create a culture of respect and empathy. These initiatives are tailored to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and resources to […]