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Public Records Request
February 26, 2020Spokane County Library District (District) provides access to its public records under the provisions of the Washington State Public Records Act (RCW 42.56) and the District’s Public Records Policy. The District makes a variety of records available online, including, but not limited to: Other records maintained by the District are available for public inspection unless […]
Free Books: Accessing the World’s Public Domain Literature
July 9, 2015By Brian Vander Veen Whoever coined the Internet phrase “never read the comments” was a wise person indeed. It’s especially true if you’re a librarian (or library fan) reading pretty much any news article related to public libraries; inevitably, there’s the one commenter who questions why public libraries even exist, the guy who boldly proclaims […]
New Stay Sharp Kits: More Activities to Help Support Those Facing Memory Loss
May 16, 2024The 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…
Celebrating Local Businesses: Share Your Favorite to Enter Our Prize Drawing
April 17, 2024By Crystal Miller May is National Small Business Month, and Spokane County Library District (SCLD) is celebrating local small businesses in our communities with programs and prize drawings throughout the month. This celebration promotes the entrepreneurial spirit found throughout Spokane County and recognizes the small businesses and entrepreneurs who play a crucial role in strengthening […]
Smokey Bear Reading Challenge: Honoring 80 Years of Wildfire Prevention
April 9, 2024To commemorate Smokey’s 80th birthday, we’re teaming up with the USDA Forest Service to introduce the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge on Beanstack. This isn’t your run-of-the-mill reading challenge—it’s an invitation to explore literature shedding light on wildfire prevention and environmental stewardship. To participate, sign up on Beanstack anytime in April through October 2024 and…
8+ Ideas for Unwinding During Stress Awareness Month & All Year Long
April 3, 2024Stress doesn’t just affect the brain. It affects a person’s whole body. The “fight or flight” response can be helpful if you’re in short-term physical danger. But over time, it can damage your health. All the following can cause harmful long-term stress, also known as chronic stress…
Library Giving Day: Inspiring the Joy & Skills of Reading
March 26, 2024To boost the library’s Summer Reading Program, the Library Foundation of Spokane County is fundraising to give books to kids and teens in Spokane County to kick off summer reading. You can give the gift of reading. The goal is to raise enough funds during Library Giving Day so that each youth who registers for summer reading can choose one from a selection of new books…
It’s National Craft Month: Get Inspired, Try Something New & Boost Your Creativity
March 7, 2024March 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…
Transportation Safety in Our Region: Your Input Can Help How It Is Addressed
February 28, 2024Safety is something we can all agree is important and a necessity for every human being. No matter where someone is going—to school, work, the grocery store, a park or anywhere—everyone deserves to get to their destination safely. Right now, this is not happening for everyone. See how you can provide input.
Ways to Enjoy Nature & the Outdoors with Birdwatching, Beekeeping & Gardening
February 22, 2024If you’d like to start thinking about spring, planning for your garden, and exploring more of what nature has to offer, then the library has a full slate of programs this spring to help you enjoy the outdoors—including your own backyard. You can enjoy birdwatching, beekeeping, and gardening events that will…
