Moran Prairie Library will be closed Monday–Thursday, Aug 24–27, for building maintenance and will reopen on Friday, Aug 28. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Posted in News on December 29, 2025 at 6:30 am
Drop by our libraries in January for adventurous gameplay, tasty treat making, arts and crafts projects, and creative activities. Check out events and workshops for teens, kids and families, as well as early learners. Five SCLD libraries offer Free Afternoon Snack for Kids over the winter school break and throughout the year. […]
Tags: early learners, events, family, kids, parents, teens, tweens
Posted in News on December 4, 2025 at 4:00 am
We’ve added two dozen tabletop board and card games to our library catalog. This collection offers a great way to try games before you buy. And they’re for anyone who just wants to add some variety to family game time. All you need is your library card to borrow a game. […]
Tags: board games, card games, early learners, family, games, kids, parents, tabletop, teens, tweens
Posted in News on October 21, 2025 at 6:00 am
November is a great month to explore your imagination and creativity, to learn about the world, and to play games and discover new things. Check out these activities and programs from the library for early learners, kids and their families, and teens. […]
Tags: activities, early learners, family, games, kids, parents, STEAM, STEM, teens, tweens
Posted in News on September 17, 2025 at 6:00 am
Along with cooler weather and bright, crisp autumn leaves, October is filled with engaging, interactive library programs for early learners, kids and families, and teens. Check out our special storytimes, games, crafts, RPG adventures, and more. […]
Tags: crafts, early learners, early learning, events, family, games, kids, parents, stories, storytime, teens, tweens
Posted in News on August 28, 2024 at 6:00 am
Storytime at the library is a fun experience with books and also so much more. It’s a time for parents and caregivers to start their young children on the path to a lifelong love of reading and learning. First up... […]
Tags: caregivers, children, development, early learners, early learning, kids, Kindergarten, learn, literacy, parents, reading, skills, stories, storytime, young play
Posted in kids, Parents and Teachers on December 18, 2018 at 6:00 am
By Rachel Edmondson Cold Spokane winters can leave us longing for the days when we can send the kids outside to run around and get some energy out. When the weather isn’t cooperating, music can be a great way to channel kids’ extra energy and help them get a little exercise at the same time. […]
Tags: dance, early learner, early learners, early learning, kids, kids music, music, musicians, parenting, parents, play, preschool, preschooler, storytime, storytimes, young learners
Posted in Parents and Teachers on December 12, 2017 at 6:00 am
by Rachel Edmondson The holiday season is often fraught with emotions. Many adults find themselves stressed, excited, joyous, and sad—sometimes all in the same day! It’s helpful to remember that the children in our lives are often dealing with the same strong emotions. While having a vacation from school, receiving gifts, attending celebrations […]
Tags: booklists, books, children, children's books, early learners, early learning, early literacy, emotional, emotions, family, feelings, health, holiday season, holidays, kids, parents, picture books, preschoolers, reading, social-emotional, social-emotional skills, social-emotional tools, toddlers, young learners