Author Archives: Amanda

We are looking forward to a fun and very popular event. For the safety and enjoyment of everyone, we ask that you please take note of the plan for the day: A maximum of two adults will be admitted per … Continued →

We are honored to share that Spokane Public Library was named a finalist for the 2019 National Medal award. The National Medal for Museum and Library Service is the nation’s highest honor given to museums and libraries by the Institute … Continued →

  Staff Picks: Kids Julian is a Mermaid by Jessica Love Love by Matt de la Peña The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld Imagine by Raúl Colón   Staff Picks: Fiction The Great Believers by Rebecca Makkai There There by … Continued →

As of November 9, with only 18,000 city ballots left to count, City of Spokane Bond Proposition 1 is passing with 63% approval from Spokane voters, approving $77M for library construction and renovation projects citywide. This approval will enable Spokane Public … Continued →

This week, former President Obama recommended his reading list as he embarked on his first trip to Africa since leaving office. You can check out these titles from Spokane Public Library. Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe A true classic of … Continued →

Got World Cup fever? Extend the World Cup off the pitch to books from or about the countries in the final. Croatia Girl At War by Sara Novic The Hired Man by Aminatta Forna Running Away to home: our family’s … Continued →

Join us at Spokane Public Library for Black History Month to celebrate and learn about the achievements and challenges, past and present, of African Americans. We have something for everyone including a variety of educational programs, poetry, artists featured at … Continued →

Join us for the next Lilac City Live! on February 15th. A “late night” talk show featuring local Spokane talent at the Downtown Library — Drinks! Music! Authors! Artists! Comedians! It’s guaranteed to be a fun time. And it’s a great opportunity to … Continued →

Join us for the next Lilac City Live! on January 18th. A “late night” talk show featuring local Spokane talent at the Downtown Library — Drinks! Music! Authors! Artists! Comedians! It’s guaranteed to be a fun time. And it’s a great opportunity to … Continued →

Haul out the holly, put up the tree before my spirits fall again! If you’re decking the halls this holiday season, find out what type of bulbs Spokane prefers in this month’s edition of Scout Spokane. Spokane Public Library and Downtown … Continued →

Are you growing out those face follicles for No-Shave-November? If so, find out what type of shaving products Spokane prefers in this quick video. Spokane Public Library and Downtown Spokane Partnership are pleased to provide local business owners and entrepreneurs … Continued →

  For Native American Heritage Month, add these 10 Native American authors to your TBR list. Sherman Alexie Louise Erdich Janet Campbell-Hale Scott Momaday Debra Magpie Earling Leslie Marmon Silko James Welch Linda Hogan Joy Harjo Diane Glancy