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Spokane Public Library

906 West Main Avenue
509-444-5300

Mission

Spokane Public Library responds to community needs by providing Relevant books, programs and other resources, Courteous, respectful service and An inviting and welcoming environment.

Vision

We provide the power to read, learn and discover!.

We value  Access to Information, Intellectual Freedom,  Individual Differences, Personal and Organizational Accountability, Individual Pursuit of Learning.

Upcoming Events at Spokane Public Library

Recent News

Experience a Heartwarming Lullaby Concert Featuring Spokane Symphony Musicians and Custom Lullabies Written with Local Families on May 23

Spokane, WA – For new parents Caleb and Ashlee, creating a custom lullaby for their 13-month-old, Zaidyn, commemorates a special time in their lives, experiencing parenthood for the first time and finalizing their studies at Lumen High School,…

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How an Artist Residency Transformed the Life of a Local Book Artist - Apply For the Next Round of Artist Residencies!

Spokane, WA – For artist Mel Hewitt, securing a residency at The Hive® was more than just studio space - it was a turning point. Before her residency, Mel was juggling her creative work with the constant demands of everyday life,…

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Lilac City Book Festival: Workshops and Insights for Writers and Illustrators on March 8, 2025

SPOKANE, WA – Calling all authors, illustrators, and storytellers! Explore your writing potential at the first annual Lilac City Book Festival for Writers and Illustrators of Children’s Books on Saturday, March 8th at Shadle Park…

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Discover Frankenstein: Penetrating the Secrets of Nature A Traveling Exhibit and Other Spine-Tingling Events All Month at Spokane Public Library

Spokane, WA - Explore the chilling world of science and creation with Frankenstein: Penetrating the Secrets of Nature, a remarkable traveling exhibition from the National Library of Medicine, on display at Central Library from October 7 to November…

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Celebrate family and Inclusion at Spokane Public Library’s Family Pride Celebration on June 9, 2024

Celebrate family and inclusion at Central Library’s Family Pride Celebration from 1-3pm. Library staff will lead a story time featuring a variety of inclusive stories, followed by different craft activities for kids of all ages. Crafts…

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Spokane Public Library Receives $13,500 Grant From Future Song Foundation To Expand Music Education Program

Spokane, WA -- Spokane Public Library recently received a generous grant of $13,500 from the Future Song Foundation to hire a new Music Educator and double the number of free music lessons offered at the library. In 2023, Spokane Public Library…

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Spokane Public Library Announces a Celebration of Learning and Connection Through Library Learning Week

Spokane, WA -- Join Spokane Public Library for their first-ever Library Learning Week – a vibrant and diverse series of events designed to inspire learning, creativity, and community engagement. From Monday, January 22, to Sunday, January 28,…

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Spokane Public Library partners with EWU Art Program To Provide Graduating Students With Artist Residencies at The Hive

Spokane Public Library partners with EWU Art Program to provide graduating students with artist residencies at The Hive® (SPOKANE, WASH.) – Spokane Public Library and the Fine and Performing Arts Department at Eastern Washington…

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Spokane Public Library and Spokane County Library District Join Forces to Revitalize and Rebrand StartUp Spokane

Spokane, WA - In an exciting development for the Spokane business community, Spokane Public Library and Spokane County Library District have come together to acquire and revitalize StartUp Spokane, a program originally created by Greater Spokane…

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Spokane Public Library Hosts Informative Candidate Forums Across the City

(SPOKANE, WASH) - Spokane Public Library is pleased to announce a series of upcoming candidate forums, providing residents an opportunity to engage with City Council candidates in Districts 1, 2, and 3 in partnership with the League of Women Voters.…

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Spokane Is Reading Selects Lesser Known Monsters Of The 21st Century By Kim Fu For 2023 Community-Wide Read

Spokane Is Reading is thrilled to announce author Kim Fu and her short story collection, Lesser Known Monsters of the 21st Century, for the 22nd annual community reading event. Spokane Is Reading will host two appearances with Kim Fu on Thursday,…

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