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Posted in Explore and Discover on November 1, 2023 at 6:00 am
My favorite book illustrations are the ones that feel like paintings. Sometimes they captivate me because they tell a clear story in one glance. Sometimes I’m drawn in because of their mystery, and I squint harder, wanting to puzzle out the meaning. No matter how it happens, I treasure those moments when I am transported by a skillfully executed […]
Tags: artists, books, illustrations, illustrators, imagination, picture books, reading, stories
Posted in Parents and Teachers on October 11, 2023 at 6:00 am
Autumn is a beautiful time. Deciduous trees make their colorful transformations. Cooler temperatures prevail. People revel in steaming beverages and cuddly sweaters.
Autumn is also the time when seasonal children’s books are especially popular for check out. Even with over 100 picture book titles that come up in our catalog for searches for autu […]
Tags: autumn, booklists, books, celebrations, fall, holidays, kids, parents, picture books, reading, seasons
Posted in Explore and Discover, News on September 27, 2022 at 6:00 am
The Spokane Writers Conference is celebrating its sixth year with sessions offering informative and creative approaches to writing as well as insights about the process of getting your work published. Topics include writing, editing, revision, research, and traditional publication, and sessions cover the genres of children’s literature, fiction, […]
Tags: children's literature, editing, fiction, graphic novels, mystery, picture books, publishing, writer, writers, writers conference, writing workshop
Posted in Parents and Teachers on May 4, 2022 at 6:00 am
Presenting storytimes again also gives me the perfect excuse to explore the new picture books added to our collection. Believe it or not, we’ve purchased over 650 picture books between January 2021 and April 2022. That’s a pretty hefty amount for one person to peruse! Here are eight new picture books that provide a great introduction to stories […]
Tags: adults, booklists, books, caregivers, family, kids, parents, picture books, reading, rhymes, rhyming, stories, story time, teachers
Posted in News on April 21, 2022 at 4:15 am
Wellness is the focus of two programs in May—one for tweens and teens all about healthy habits to help steer clear of vaping and one for adults who want to learn and apply the science of well-being to their lives. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, and we’re celebrating with two creative […]
Tags: adults, Asian American Heritage, business, digital resources, Hamilton, learning circle, Library of Things, Master Gardeners, Medicare, multimeter, origami, Pacific Islander Heritage, parents, picture books, plant clinic, SCORE, STARS Training, sumi-e painting, teens, trivia, vaping prevention, wellness
Posted in News on March 24, 2022 at 4:00 am
Our programs for adults in April include creative, entertaining, and informative offerings. During Money Smart Week, you can learn about building your credit, home buying, spending smart on essentials, and more. Earth Week brings BioBlitz 2022 with programs for all ages and a guided hike just for adults at the Waikiki Springs Nature Preserve. Veget […]
Tags: adults, art, BioBlitz, business, Earth Day, entrepreneurs, Fantastic Beasts, finances, gardening, Money Smart Week, picture books, social media, startups, technology, trivia
Posted in News on February 17, 2022 at 4:15 am
Our March programs provide opportunities to explore a variety of topics. Hear the story of one man’s forgiveness of his attacker who went on a killing spree shortly after 9/11. Gardening ideas and tips have sprung up in four different programs. These fill up fast! Our medley of programs for adults includes the return of […]
Tags: adults, business, business taxes, entrepreneurs, gardening, parents, picture books, programs, startups, trivia, urban farming
Posted in Parents and Teachers on August 11, 2021 at 6:00 am
What better day to celebrate our furry family member than National Dog Day on August 26. From silly to touching, these are a few of my favorite picture books about man’s (kid’s) best friend. I hope you read a few to celebrate dogs and get ready for National Dog Day! […]
Tags: books, dog stories, dogs, kids, parents, picture books, reading, stories, teachers
Posted in Explore and Discover on June 3, 2021 at 6:00 am
BY ALISON JOHNSON From black licorice doughnuts to the Cronut (doughnut made from croissant batter), everyone can find a favorite. Even savory doughnuts exist for those who don’t have a sweet tooth. Tomorrow is National Doughnut Day, the first Friday in June! You could celebrate by eating a doughnut, reading about doughnuts, and by doing […]
Tags: adults, books, chapter books, children, cookbooks, donuts, doughnuts, fiction, kids, murder mystery, picture books, reading, recipes
Posted in kids, Parents and Teachers on May 4, 2021 at 6:00 am
BY RACHEL EDMONDSON This month is a time to celebrate the history, traditions, and cultural contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). You’ll find great digital reads to celebrate AAPI authors on OverDrive. I also share two lists of picture books and chapter books that you can check out from the library. FIRST, A […]
Tags: aapi, Asian American, books, chapter books, kids, kids books, Pacific Islander, parents, picture books, reading, stories, teachers