Spokane Public Library
SIGN IN / SIGN UP
Get Started
Search the Catalog
Get a Card
Download Library Apps
Library of Things
Book Club Kits
Read Lilac City Local Magazine
Museum & Culture Passes
Book 1-on-1 Help
Sign Up for Newsletters
Downloads & Streaming
Explore All Digital
Overdrive/Libby
Kanopy
Tumblebooks
Lilac City Records
Comics Plus
LOTE4Kids
Can't Find it?
Suggest a Title
Local Author Submission
New Materials
Interlibrary Loan
Language
Arabic | عربي
Chinese | 简化字
Dari | دری
Farsi | فارسی
Marshallese | Kajin Majeļ
Pashto | افغانی
Russian | Русский
Spanish | Español
Ukrainian | Yкраїнська
Vietmanese | Tiếng Việt
Locations
All Locations & Hours
Central
Shadle Park
Liberty Park
The Hive®
Hillyard
South Hill
Indian Trail
Closures
Holidays & Closures
Kiosks
B
Five Mile
Latah
Logan
West Central
Other Access
Mobile
Homebound Services
Attend an Event
All Events
Early Learners
Kids
Teens
Adults
Spokane is Reading
Rent a Space/Host an Event
Special Events & Rentals
Partner With Us
Propose a Program / Event
Services
Meeting Rooms & Event Spaces
Computers & Printers
Test Proctoring
Museum & Culture Passes
Interlibrary Loan
Technology Support
Book 1-on-1 Help
Ask A Librarian / Get Help
Social Service Resources
Genealogy & Local History
Inland Northwest Special Collections
Genealogy
Obituaries
Digital Photo Archive
Language
Arabic | عربي
Chinese | 简化字
Dari | دری
Farsi | فارسی
Marshallese | Kajin Majeļ
Pashto | افغانی
Russian | Русский
Spanish | Español
Ukrainian | Yкраїнська
Vietmanese | Tiếng Việt
Career & Economic Success
Business Lab
Creating & Making
Maker Studios
Music Lessons
Media Studios
Gardening Resources & Seed Libraries
Share & Swap
Writing Resources
Artist Residencies at The Hive®
Permanent and Rotating Art
Research & Learn
Research Tools A-to-Z
Books & Reading
Business, Finance, & Legal
Consumer Research & DIY Repairs
Culture, Language, & Sociology
Career, College, & Test Prep
Education & Homework Help
Genealogy & Local History
Health & Personal Growth
Magazines & News
Online Courses
Pronunciator
Gale Presents: Udemy
LinkedIn Learning
Learning Express
Microsoft Office Certification
Partnerships
College Resources
Student Resources
Homework Help
World Book Student
Kids & Teens
Early Learner (0-5)
Kids (6-12)
Teens (13-18)
Student Resources
Children's Playspaces
Summer Reading
Homework Help
World Book Student
Teachers
Teacher Resources
Library Information
About Us
Library News
The Blog
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Land Acknowledgment
Read Lilac City Local Magazine
History
Holidays & Closures
Library Bond & Construction
Help & FAQs
Library Organization
Leadership & Board of Trustees
Awards
Policies
Strategic Plan & Annual Reports
Employment
Partners
Community Court
KYRS
New Leaf Cafe
Interested in Library Partnership
Social Service Resources
Support the Library
Friends of the Spokane Public Library
Spokane Public Library Foundation
Volunteer
Library Shop
Connect with Us
Contact Us
Sign Up for Newsletters

The Blog

Red, white, and blue, book covers

250(ish) Books for 250 Years

Library Services

As America marks 250 years, this reading list highlights 250(ish) books that explore the people, ideas, events, and cultural moments that have shaped the nation.

Book cover and author photograph

Spokane Is Reading Announces 2026 Community-Wide Read

Amanda

Spokane Is Reading is pleased to announce award-winning author Laurie Frankel and her novel One Two Three as the selection for this year’s community-wide reading event.   Laurie Frankel is The New York Times bestselling, award-winning author of

Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Alina

May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Month, and there will be a host of exciting events you can enjoy here at Spokane Public Library. We’ve followed up these event highlights with some brilliant new titles to check out from our collection. Also be sure to check out more

Inland Northwest Poetry Salon 2026 

Sharma

The 3rd annual Inland Northwest Poetry Salon will feature eight generative workshops, all guided by local poets. This event aims to spotlight local creatives, celebrate the craft of poetry, and welcome writers at all stages of their writing lives.  Please note that the workshops in the smaller room (Study Room A) require registration. No

zine fest 2026

Spokane Zine Fest 2026 

Sharma

Spokane Zine Fest is a one-day event celebrating zines, small press and self-published books, comics, drawings, prints, cards, and other limited-edition works. This year, Spokane Zine Fest will occur on Saturday, May 30th, from 11am to 4pm, and, as always, is free and open to the public—of course, bring money to buy zines and

Jewish American Heritage Month

Honoring Jewish American Heritage Month

Eva

Knowledge is power. The more we know, the better our capacity for understanding and empathy. Knowledge also gives us the power to learn from the past.   Books, films and art, are perfect ways to gain knowledge and understanding. One of the library’s main goals is to provide information on a

Movies Filmed in and around Spokane

Movies Filmed In and Around Spokane

Library Services

With the popularity of the recent film Train Dreams taking center stage, you may have wondered which movies were filmed in and around Spokane. Well, grab the popcorn because we have a whole list of movies ready for you to check out at the library. Train Dreams Check It Out

Mental Health Awareness Month

Megan

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities. It is an opportunity to prioritize education, understanding and support for anyone experiencing mental health challenges.  Mental illness can affect anyone, regardless of age

Categories

Red, white, and blue, book covers

250(ish) Books for 250 Years

Library Services

As America marks 250 years, this reading list highlights 250(ish) books that explore the people, ideas, events, and cultural moments that have shaped the nation.

Book cover and author photograph

Spokane Is Reading Announces 2026 Community-Wide Read

Amanda

Spokane Is Reading is pleased to announce award-winning author Laurie Frankel and her novel One Two Three as the selection for this year’s community-wide reading event.   Laurie Frankel is The New York Times bestselling, award-winning author of

Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Alina

May is Asian American and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Month, and there will be a host of exciting events you can enjoy here at Spokane Public Library. We’ve followed up these event highlights with some brilliant new titles to check out from our collection. Also be sure to check out more

Inland Northwest Poetry Salon 2026 

Sharma

The 3rd annual Inland Northwest Poetry Salon will feature eight generative workshops, all guided by local poets. This event aims to spotlight local creatives, celebrate the craft of poetry, and welcome writers at all stages of their writing lives.  Please note that the workshops in the smaller room (Study Room A) require registration. No

zine fest 2026

Spokane Zine Fest 2026 

Sharma

Spokane Zine Fest is a one-day event celebrating zines, small press and self-published books, comics, drawings, prints, cards, and other limited-edition works. This year, Spokane Zine Fest will occur on Saturday, May 30th, from 11am to 4pm, and, as always, is free and open to the public—of course, bring money to buy zines and

Jewish American Heritage Month

Honoring Jewish American Heritage Month

Eva

Knowledge is power. The more we know, the better our capacity for understanding and empathy. Knowledge also gives us the power to learn from the past.   Books, films and art, are perfect ways to gain knowledge and understanding. One of the library’s main goals is to provide information on a

Movies Filmed in and around Spokane

Movies Filmed In and Around Spokane

Library Services

With the popularity of the recent film Train Dreams taking center stage, you may have wondered which movies were filmed in and around Spokane. Well, grab the popcorn because we have a whole list of movies ready for you to check out at the library. Train Dreams Check It Out

Mental Health Awareness Month

Megan

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of mental health and promoting the well-being of individuals and communities. It is an opportunity to prioritize education, understanding and support for anyone experiencing mental health challenges.  Mental illness can affect anyone, regardless of age

Categories

BOOKS, MOVIES & MORE

Search the catalog
Get a card
Download apps
Explore all digital
Suggest a purchase
Research tools A-to-Z
Obituaries
Book a meeting room
Children’s playspaces

ABOUT

About Us
Library news
The Blog
Diversity, equity, & inclusion
Sign Up for Newsletters
Leadership
Employment
Policies
Help & FAQs

LOCATIONS

Central
Shadle Park
Liberty Park
The Hive®
South Hill
Indian Trail
Hillyard
All Locations

CONNECT WITH US
509.444.5300
EMAIL
Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Pinterest Youtube
Spokane Public Library
BOOKS, MOVIES & MORE

Search the catalog
Get a card
Download apps
Explore all digital
Suggest a purchase
Research tools A-to-Z
Obituaries
Book a meeting room
Children’s playspaces

ABOUT

About Us
Library news
The Blog
Diversity, equity, & inclusion
Sign Up for Newsletters
Leadership
Employment
Policies
Help & FAQs

LOCATIONS

Central
Shadle Park
Liberty Park
The Hive ™
South Hill
Indian Trail
Hillyard
All Locations

CONNECT WITH US
509.444.5300
EMAIL
Facebook Instagram Twitter Tiktok Pinterest Youtube
Spokane Public Library