Stop by the Downtown Library!
At the beginning of each month, the Spokane Public Library newsletter is highlighting a different branch. This month’s focus is the Downtown branch. Check out some of their new developments and fun events.
Buy books and support your library
The Friends of the Library Fall book sale is right around the corner. Looking for some new or gently used books at a great price? Most items at the book sale are $1 or less. Plus, the profits earned at the sale are reinvested in the library.
Starting Thursday, October 20, through Saturday, October 22, be sure to stop by the Downtown Library to shop for books.
Already a 2016 Friends Member? Stop by on Wednesday, October 19 from 4:30-8pm for the presale. You can also renew your membership or become a member at this time for $10.
Can’t make the sale? The Friends of the Library has a permanent bookstore in the Downtown Library where customers can purchase used books at bargain prices.
Dates, times, and more information →
National Geographic Live Discounts
All Spokane Public Library customers can purchase tickets to any Spokane National Geographic Live event! The special rate is $19.50 per ticket (normal ticket price is $39.50).
Enter promo code LIBRARYSPO through the month of October to purchase discounted tickets to any upcoming Spokane National Geographic Live event.
Get to know your Downtown Library Staff
Hi, I’m Marcia, and I am a Library Clerical Assistant. I love interacting with people. Collaborating in a team environment energizes me.
On my days off I enjoy baking, reading, and listening to live music when I get the chance.
Join us in congratulating Marcia for being a STAR employee the next time you see her!
Buy your tickets today for the Spokane Trivia Championship!
Teams are forming, and tickets are available for the Third Annual Spokane Trivia Championship.
Join us on Wednesday, October 19 at the Bing Crosby Theater. Doors open at 6pm for social hour, and the competition will begin at 7pm.
The Spokane Trivia Championship is a knowledge-bowl where teams compete for the title of Spokane Trivia Champion. All proceeds for this event support Learning and Literacy for the Spokane Public Library including STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education.
Cheer on the trivia teams and support a good cause. Audience members can play along from their seats as they watch teams battle head to head.
First Friday at the Downtown Library
Calling all art and music fans! The Downtown Library is participating in First Friday Artwalk with an art gallery reception and DJ on October 7. The art gallery reception starts at 5pm, and DJ Lydell kicks off at 6:30pm. The library gallery will stay open until 8pm for the festivities.
The Downtown Library Gallery is proud to present Creative Class, an exhibition featuring the work of students and teaching artists from Mead, Cheney, Lewis & Clark, Mt. Spokane, Rogers, Ferris, North Central, and University High Schools.
I am a Town
In this workshop led by Spokane Poet Laureate Laura Read, you will write poems about specific places in Spokane that are significant to you because of the memories you have attached to them. The class will include example poems, generative exercises, and feedback from a supportive community of writers. It may also lead to your poem becoming a piece of public art. Workshops are offered on October 11 and 18.
Also coming up in October
Anthony Marra, author of The Tsar of Love and Techno, will be in town to give two free presentations as a part of the annual Spokane is Reading event.
Dates, times, and more information →
Anna Karenina: A Spokane is Reading Event | Hmong Folk Art & Culture | Russia and the West | Energy Conservation Tips With Avista | Taking Care of Your Family Papers and Photographs | Learn to Code: FLATVERSE! | Using a Telescope for Astronomy | Handmade Art Journal | Ozobots Exploration! | Common Cens(US): The importance of using the United States census in genealogy | The Desert of Forbidden Art: A Spokane is Reading Event | Created Equal Series Film and Discussion: Freedom Riders
Join us at your local branch
Downtown | East Side | Hillyard | Indian Trail | Shadle | South Hill