Spokane County Library District
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With 10 full-service libraries and our mobile library, LINC, we serve more than 279,000 residents in Spokane County, Washington.
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It's National Cake Day! What's your favorite type of cake? Unfortunately we don't have any cake at the library, but we do have plenty of materials to help you make your own cake! Find these and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org.
November 26, 2025 at 6:02 PM
It's National Cake Day! What's your favorite type of cake? Unfortunately we don't have any cake at the library, but we do have plenty of materials to help you make your own cake! Find these and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org.
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Good nonfiction books stand as a testament to the value of curiosity and thinking deeply about our lives, our world, and all the people in it. Here are our favorites of the year.
Electric Lit’s Best Nonfiction of 2025 - Electric Literature
Books by Edgar Gomez, Maris Kreizman, and Zefyr Lisowski are among the year's most celebrated nonfiction
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November 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Good nonfiction books stand as a testament to the value of curiosity and thinking deeply about our lives, our world, and all the people in it. Here are our favorites of the year.
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City of Spokane closures planned for Thanksgiving:
-Garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste for customers who have Thursday and Friday collection days will be a day late.
-Spokane City Hall will be closed along with other City facilities on Thursday and Friday.
my.spokanecity.org/news/release...
-Garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste for customers who have Thursday and Friday collection days will be a day late.
-Spokane City Hall will be closed along with other City facilities on Thursday and Friday.
my.spokanecity.org/news/release...
November 25, 2025 at 9:20 PM
City of Spokane closures planned for Thanksgiving:
-Garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste for customers who have Thursday and Friday collection days will be a day late.
-Spokane City Hall will be closed along with other City facilities on Thursday and Friday.
my.spokanecity.org/news/release...
-Garbage, recycling, and food & yard waste for customers who have Thursday and Friday collection days will be a day late.
-Spokane City Hall will be closed along with other City facilities on Thursday and Friday.
my.spokanecity.org/news/release...
Have any old puzzles and board games that you're done with? Bring them to a Jigsaw Puzzle & Board Game Swap at some of our libraries in December and January! More info in the link in our bio. (P.S. Many of our libraries have permanent areas where you can trade out puzzles and board games!)
November 25, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Have any old puzzles and board games that you're done with? Bring them to a Jigsaw Puzzle & Board Game Swap at some of our libraries in December and January! More info in the link in our bio. (P.S. Many of our libraries have permanent areas where you can trade out puzzles and board games!)
We're now offering family passes to Cat Tales Wildlife Center! This opportunity for in-district residents provides free admission to this unique wildlife rescue & education center. Find out the details about these passes in our blog post in the link in bio. (Photo Credit: Cat Tales Wildlife Center)
November 25, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We're now offering family passes to Cat Tales Wildlife Center! This opportunity for in-district residents provides free admission to this unique wildlife rescue & education center. Find out the details about these passes in our blog post in the link in bio. (Photo Credit: Cat Tales Wildlife Center)
Learn the differences between 3D printing, laser cutting and etching, and using a Cricut smart cutting machine in our Choosing the Right Tool: 3D Printing, Laser Cutting & More program on 12/9 & 12/10! Find all the info in the link in our bio.
November 25, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Learn the differences between 3D printing, laser cutting and etching, and using a Cricut smart cutting machine in our Choosing the Right Tool: 3D Printing, Laser Cutting & More program on 12/9 & 12/10! Find all the info in the link in our bio.
It's Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day! What is your unique talent? You can celebrate the day with these materials and many more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org!
November 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
It's Celebrate Your Unique Talent Day! What is your unique talent? You can celebrate the day with these materials and many more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org!
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 National Book Awards! Which ones have you read? Link in bio. (P.S. You can find most of these award-winning books in our catalog at scld.org.)
November 23, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 National Book Awards! Which ones have you read? Link in bio. (P.S. You can find most of these award-winning books in our catalog at scld.org.)
All Spokane County Library District libraries will be closed Thu, 11/27 and Fri, 11/28, in observance of Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day. Our regular hours will resume Sat, 11/29. You can access our digital library 24/7 at scld.org.
November 23, 2025 at 12:00 AM
All Spokane County Library District libraries will be closed Thu, 11/27 and Fri, 11/28, in observance of Thanksgiving and Native American Heritage Day. Our regular hours will resume Sat, 11/29. You can access our digital library 24/7 at scld.org.
Today is National #AdoptionDay, and November is National #AdoptionMonth! You'll find these materials and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org to help you learn more and celebrate the day.
November 22, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Today is National #AdoptionDay, and November is National #AdoptionMonth! You'll find these materials and more on our shelves or in our catalog at scld.org to help you learn more and celebrate the day.
El sábado 6 de diciembre, aprende los orígenes de las piñatas y decora una piñata junto con tu familia, la cual podrás usar en tus próximas reuniones. Este programa se presenta íntegramente en español. ¡Regístrate pronto! Link en bio.
November 21, 2025 at 6:01 PM
El sábado 6 de diciembre, aprende los orígenes de las piñatas y decora una piñata junto con tu familia, la cual podrás usar en tus próximas reuniones. Este programa se presenta íntegramente en español. ¡Regístrate pronto! Link en bio.
It's Movember! Movember is the time for growing a mustache to bring awareness to men’s mental and physical health issues. Our librarians have put together a collection of materials to help you learn more! Link in bio.
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
It's Movember! Movember is the time for growing a mustache to bring awareness to men’s mental and physical health issues. Our librarians have put together a collection of materials to help you learn more! Link in bio.
December is filled with holiday joy, crafts, activities, games, and more at our libraries! We have programs focusing on cooking, Medicare, cozy reads, and making Christmas ornaments. Find out all the details in the link in our bio.
November 19, 2025 at 6:01 PM
December is filled with holiday joy, crafts, activities, games, and more at our libraries! We have programs focusing on cooking, Medicare, cozy reads, and making Christmas ornaments. Find out all the details in the link in our bio.
Big Library Read is now Libby Reads! Libby Reads is a global eBook club for families—and it’s completely free! Their November book selection is The Village Beyond the Mist, the book that was the inspiration for the film, Spirited Away. Find out all the details in the link in our bio.
November 18, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Big Library Read is now Libby Reads! Libby Reads is a global eBook club for families—and it’s completely free! Their November book selection is The Village Beyond the Mist, the book that was the inspiration for the film, Spirited Away. Find out all the details in the link in our bio.
In December, many of our libraries will host a Make Winter Ornaments program! Kids age 5+ and their families can stop by the library to make a winter-themed ornament with tea lights. Find out when this fun program will be at your library at the link in our bio.
November 17, 2025 at 6:01 PM
In December, many of our libraries will host a Make Winter Ornaments program! Kids age 5+ and their families can stop by the library to make a winter-themed ornament with tea lights. Find out when this fun program will be at your library at the link in our bio.
On Mon, 12/1, Chef Hibra Tsegay of Amen Ethiopian Café demonstrates the preparation of a traditional Ethiopian dish in an online presentation while you follow along in your home kitchen. Find out all the info & register ASAP in the link in our bio.
November 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
On Mon, 12/1, Chef Hibra Tsegay of Amen Ethiopian Café demonstrates the preparation of a traditional Ethiopian dish in an online presentation while you follow along in your home kitchen. Find out all the info & register ASAP in the link in our bio.
December is the perfect time to cozy up by the fire with a book, whether you’re in the mood to read about an iconic kitchen or dive into a tale of friendship and murder. Register, submit questions, & view more SCLD Online Authors Series author talks at libraryc.org/scld.
November 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
December is the perfect time to cozy up by the fire with a book, whether you’re in the mood to read about an iconic kitchen or dive into a tale of friendship and murder. Register, submit questions, & view more SCLD Online Authors Series author talks at libraryc.org/scld.
If you're in the mood for some comfort food, a fun craft, or a cozy book, this collection is made for you! Our librarians have put together a selection of ebooks and digital audiobooks on crafts, cookbooks, and cozy reads. Check it out in the link in our bio.
November 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM
If you're in the mood for some comfort food, a fun craft, or a cozy book, this collection is made for you! Our librarians have put together a selection of ebooks and digital audiobooks on crafts, cookbooks, and cozy reads. Check it out in the link in our bio.
Enjoy stories & songs at our Storytime at Little Garden Cafe at 9918 N Waikiki Rd this Mon, 11/17, at 9:30am! Kids will get a free sprinkled chocolate chip cookie and apple juice. We hope to see you there!
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Enjoy stories & songs at our Storytime at Little Garden Cafe at 9918 N Waikiki Rd this Mon, 11/17, at 9:30am! Kids will get a free sprinkled chocolate chip cookie and apple juice. We hope to see you there!
Our seed libraries accept heirloom seed donations year round, & library users can take seed packets to grow their own food & flowers. Northwest Seed & Pet has more than doubled their donation of seeds to combat food insecurity this year! Thank you so much for your incredible donation!
November 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Our seed libraries accept heirloom seed donations year round, & library users can take seed packets to grow their own food & flowers. Northwest Seed & Pet has more than doubled their donation of seeds to combat food insecurity this year! Thank you so much for your incredible donation!
Looking for a space to record a podcast, video, or music, or to hold a photo shoot? Try The STCU Studio, located in Spokane Valley Library! The space includes a control room & recording space where you can explore your creative ideas. Plus, it's free! Find out more in the link in our bio.
November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Looking for a space to record a podcast, video, or music, or to hold a photo shoot? Try The STCU Studio, located in Spokane Valley Library! The space includes a control room & recording space where you can explore your creative ideas. Plus, it's free! Find out more in the link in our bio.
Happy Veterans Day! We thank all our veterans for their service and sacrifice. All Spokane County Library District libraries are closed today. Regular hours will resume tomorrow, 11/12, and you can access our catalog 24/7 at scld.org.
November 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Happy Veterans Day! We thank all our veterans for their service and sacrifice. All Spokane County Library District libraries are closed today. Regular hours will resume tomorrow, 11/12, and you can access our catalog 24/7 at scld.org.
National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated in November each year. Our librarians have put together a booklist of stories and histories to help you learn more and celebrate. Link in bio.
November 10, 2025 at 6:01 PM
National Native American Heritage Month is celebrated in November each year. Our librarians have put together a booklist of stories and histories to help you learn more and celebrate. Link in bio.
It's cuffing season! Check out this collection of teen rom-coms to fall for, put together by our librarians. Link in bio.
November 9, 2025 at 9:00 PM
It's cuffing season! Check out this collection of teen rom-coms to fall for, put together by our librarians. Link in bio.
This week, musicians from Spokane Symphony are heading to Storytime at some of our libraries! They'll play their instruments during storytime, and then families will have the opportunity to try some instruments! More info in the link in our bio.
November 8, 2025 at 6:00 PM
This week, musicians from Spokane Symphony are heading to Storytime at some of our libraries! They'll play their instruments during storytime, and then families will have the opportunity to try some instruments! More info in the link in our bio.