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Posted in News on March 21, 2023 at 6:00 am
We’ve got programs with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) in April, and most don’t require registration. Explore the wonders of flight, optical illusions, electrical circuits, robots, and more. Create a Koinobori Carp Windsock, a Peeps diorama, and a video game. We have LEGO fun, storytimes, a family book discussion progr […]
Tags: books, crafts, early learning, Families, kids, LEGO, parents, programs, science, Spanish, STEAM, STEM, stories, story time, technology, Teen Leadership Council, teens, tweens
Posted in News on February 16, 2023 at 4:00 am
Families, kids, tweens, and teens have many opportunities to create and discover something new with these 28 different library programs in March. Kids of all ages and families can enjoy building with foam blocks or LEGO bricks, learning how to create a set for videos and photography out of cardboard, and listening to live Irish […]
Tags: all ages, art, books, caregivers, early learning, Irish music, kids, koinobori, LEGO, parents, Spanish programs, STEAM, STEM, stories, storytime, teens, tweens
Posted in News on January 19, 2023 at 4:30 am
People of all ages and families can enjoy the Community Art Show and build with LEGO bricks and large foam blocks. The Great Backyard Bird Count is a great way for everyone to contribute to this worldwide community science event. Young readers have fun hearing stories and playing during our storytimes. Don’t forget to sign […]
Tags: community, kids, LEGO, parents, STEM, story, storytime, teens, tweens
Posted in News on December 14, 2022 at 6:00 am
You can start 2023 by exploring new things and honing your skills at the library. Express your creativity with a submission to our art show. Try out a family book discussion. Check out video magic using a green screen. Tackle your unfinished crafts with the encouragement of other pro-craft-inators. And that’s just the start! Check […]
Tags: 3D printing, adults, art, art show, author talks, authors, Bachata, book discussion, business, crafts, family, games, glowforge, kids, LEGO, Medicare, parents, programs, puzzles, reading, SCLD Online Authors Series, STEAM, STEM, story time, teens, tweens
Posted in News on November 17, 2022 at 4:30 am
Stop into the library to create holiday ornaments, enjoy a storytime program, take apart a machine, and create with LEGO bricks. Sign up to hear about Medicare cost savings, talk about changes to the brain, learn about outsmarting scammers, and view author talks from best-selling writers. When the weather brings a chill, you can stop into the libra […]
Tags: adults, business, crafts, holiday, kids, LEGO, Medicare, memory care, parents, STEAM, STEM, story time, teens, tweens, workshops
Posted in News on August 23, 2022 at 6:00 am
Adults can explore adding native plants into their gardens, find out about their Medicare Open Enrollment needs, and drop in to see the 3D printer and The Studio at Spokane Valley. Parents, grandparents, caregivers, and teachers get a sneak peek at the latest picture books and can learn ways to incorporate music, singing, and movement when reading […]
Tags: 3D printing, adults, businesses, caregivers, drought, early learning, entrepreneurs, gardening, kids, LEGO, Master Gardeners, Medicare, parents, picture book chat, seniors, small businesses, STEM, stories, storytime, teachers, teens, The Studio, tweens, xeriscape
Posted in News on September 14, 2021 at 6:00 am
Science experiments and storytimes are a great way to discover new things and great stories all month long. National Hispanic Heritage Month is September 15 through October 15. We’re having a Spanish-language celebration at Spokane Valley Library with music, food, activities for los niños, as well as a tour of the library and our expanded […]
Tags: escape room, Families, fiesta, kids, LEGO, mystery, online, parents, programs, reading, science, Spanish, spooky, STEM, stories, storytime, teens, Tim Burton, trivia, tweens
Posted in kids on August 31, 2019 at 6:00 am
Build at LEGO Club at your library! Inspire your imagination and keep your engineering and problem-solving skills sharp with an abundance of LEGO bricks. All ages are welcome. Kids age 6 and under must bring an adult. September 2019–May 2020 AIRWAY HEIGHTS Wednesdays 3:30–4:30pm ARGONNE Saturdays 1–3pm CHENEY 2nd Tuesdays 4–5pm DEER PARK […]
Tags: adults, after school, building, engineering, events, kids, LEGO, LEGO bricks, Legos, STEM, teens, tweens
Posted in Explore and Discover on May 16, 2019 at 6:00 am
By Dana Mannino When kids tour the library, I like to ask them what they think a librarian does. Usually I get answers like “You tell us not to run.” I think to myself, “If I wanted to do that, I would have become a life guard!” I don’t think kids are the only ones […]
Tags: #dayinthelife, #ProjectMemory, adults, appointment, book a librarian, book club, day in the life, encyclopedia, finances, kids, LEGO, librarian, library, library card, overdrive, parents, preschool, Prime Time, Project Memory, reading, referenceusa, STEM, stories, story time, storytime, teens, World Book
Posted in Explore and Discover, kids, Parents and Teachers on January 24, 2019 at 10:00 am
By Gwendolyn Haley The library is a great place to visit in the winter! No really, it’s true! Every week, we have Play & Learn Storytimes for families with children ages 0–5. For older kids, we have regularly scheduled LEGO Clubs, STEM programs, and other activities. And even when we don’t have a formal program […]
Tags: activities, blocks, building blocks, creativity, imagination, Imagination Playground, indoor play, kids, learning, LEGO, library, parents, play, play games, puzzles, scavenger hunt, STEM, storytime