Spokane
Washington
Spokane Public Library
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.
Recent News
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,…
Read More »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…
Read More »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…
Read More »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…
Read More »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…
Read More »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,…
Read More »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…
Read More »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…
Read More »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.…
Read More »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,…
Read More »Spokane Public Library Hosts Spokane Zine Fest 2023
Spokane Public Library hosts Spokane Zine Fest 2023 at Central Library Spokane Public Library is hosting the 2023 Spokane Zine Fest at Central Library in downtown Spokane on May 13 from 11am-4pm. Spokane Zine Fest is a one-day event…
Read More »Peer Spokane in Partnership with Spokane Public Library Receives $400,000 Funding
Peer Spokane in Partnership with Spokane Public Library Receives $400,000 Funding from Better Health Together Community Linkages Spokane, WA - Better Health Together Community Linkages has announced its approval of the proposal by Peer Spokane and…
Read More »SNAP Hosts 'A Month in The Life of A.L.I.C.E' Simulation in Collaboration with Spokane Public Library
Spokane, WA - Join SNAP and Spokane Public Library on May 11th from 2:30-4:30pm at Central Library for “A Month in the Life of A.L.I.C.E” Simulation - an interactive experience to better understand the challenges many of our neighbors…
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