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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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

Tags: adults, author talk, book, community, local

New Cultural Pass for the Award-Winning Spokane Civic Theatre

Posted in News on January 21, 2026 at 6:30 am

SCLD has partnered with Spokane Civic Theatre to share with you the talented artists’ performances at our local theatre. SCLD has passes available for the 2026 performances of Emma, POTUS, The Glass Menagerie, Squalor, and The Hunchback of Notre Dame. Find out more about these cultural passes today! […]

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. […]

Share Your Input: What’s on the Horizon for Spokane County’s Transportation System?

Posted in News on March 12, 2025 at 6:30 am

Horizon 2050 is one of our region’s most important plans, guiding transportation planning and projects for all of Spokane County. By sharing your ideas and concerns, you ensure that your area’s needs are identified and recognized and also help demonstrate where fiscal investments should be directed. Learn how you can get involved. […]

Unlock Cultural Experiences: Free Museum & Cultural Passes for You & Your Family

Posted in News on February 18, 2025 at 4:00 pm

Museum & Cultural Passes Return: We thank you for your patience while our staff worked to implement a new online system for our museum and cultural passes. Learn more... […]

As Online Book Club Shutters, Try These Other Opportunities for Great Reads

Posted in News on December 5, 2024 at 11:30 am

The SCLD Online Book Club is coming to an end. Find a variety of interactive and exciting ways to connect and find new reads with these alternatives. […]

Spokane Symphony’s Education & Community Programs & Student Discounts Shine Bright

Posted in News on November 6, 2024 at 7:00 am

Orchestral music can nurture the human spirit and enhance the quality of life. Spokane Symphony provides high quality, professional orchestral performances, enriching and transforming our community through music. The symphony also provides free and discounted tickets for students and has several educational and community programs benefitting the co […]

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