TAG: community
What Cool Events Are Near You? Live Music, Movies, Food, Art & More
Posted in News on June 23, 2026 at 6:00 am
Summer is the perfect time to check out some outdoor entertainment. And take a break from the heat with activities in our libraries. We invite you to put our events on your summer to-do list for opportunities to relax and find enjoyment and adventure. […]
Tags: adults, community, family, kids, parents, teens, tweens
Spokane Is Reading Selects ONE TWO THREE by Best Selling Author Laurie Frankel
Posted in News on June 16, 2026 at 6:00 am
Spokane Is Reading has announced award-winning and bestselling author Laurie Frankel and her novel One Two Three as the selection for the 2026 community-wide read and fall author events. You’re invited to read the novel and attend the author events to connect with others in the Greater Spokane area, through reading and meaningful discussio […]
Tags: adults, books, community, reading, spokane is reading
The History, Care & Keeping of Your American Flag: An Interview with Stan Wills
Posted in News on June 3, 2026 at 6:00 am
This year marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and the library is celebrating with programs that help us connect with our nation’s history. Among these is a presentation about the American flag by Stan Wills, curator of the Spokane Flag Museum, on June 20. […]
Tags: adults, America's 250th, community, kids, parents, teens, tweens
Celebrate & Explore History & the Practical Arts for America’s 250th Anniversary
Posted in News on May 27, 2026 at 6:00 am
You’re invited to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary. The year 2026 marks 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This anniversary brings us an opportunity to reflect on USA’s past, present, and future. We hope you to take advantage of this once-in-a-generation opportunity to focus on the importance […]
Bring Gently Used School Supplies to the Library to Give Them a Second Life
Posted in News on May 6, 2026 at 6:00 am
Now through July, donate gently used and new school supplies at any SCLD library for the 2026 School-Cycle Supply Drive. […]
Tags: community
STA Reduced Fare Open House: Partnerships Are How a Great Community Moves
Posted in News on May 4, 2026 at 6:00 am
Guest post: Spokane Transit Authority (STA) shares information about the new Opportunity Reduced Fare pilot program, Youth Ride Free, and Summer of Soccer. During the STA open house at the library, you can learn about Reduced Fare programs, get a Connect card, and ask any questions you have about STA. […]
Tags: bus fare, buses, community, open house, reduced fare, Spokane Transit, STA
The Largest Book Club on the West Coast & Other Amazing Author Talks in May
Posted in News on April 22, 2026 at 6:00 am
One Book, One Coast is a shared community reading program across the West Coast with over 190 libraries participating in Washington, Oregon, and California. You’re invited to read the graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy and view the live, online author talk with author George Takei. The memoir recounts George’s childhood imprisonment in America […]
Tags: adults, author talk, book, community, reading, teens, tweens
Your Food Donations to Bites & Books Helps Turn the Page on Hunger
Posted in News on March 30, 2026 at 6:00 am
Every library in Spokane County is collecting nonperishable food for Bites and Books – Turning the Page on Hunger. This county-wide food drive is the entire month of April. Bring canned or packaged non-perishable food to any library during the month of April. Donations of peanut butter and cereal are always appreciated. Your generosity does make […]
Tags: community, food drive, food insecurity
6 April Library Events That Boost Knowledge & Offer Cheerful Activities
Posted in News on March 18, 2026 at 6:23 am
SCLD is offering an array of library programs and workshops for every age in April. Check out these highlights that bolster knowledge and have cheerful activities. […]
Tags: adults, community, family, kids, parents, teens, tweens
Local Author & Teacher Ty Brown Shares Spokane History in Two Talks
Posted in News on March 17, 2026 at 6:00 am
By Janet Hacker-Brumley, SCLD librarian Local History Presentations This year celebrates America’s 250th anniversary. When discussing local history with a customer at Argonne Library, they recommended the history books by Ty Brown, local author and teacher. Based on that suggestion, we were able to bring Brown to the library to discuss two differ […]
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