Giving the Gift of Libraries
We’ve had so much fun at the Christmas Bureau this year! The Christmas Bureau provides toys, books, and grocery store vouchers for thousands of low income individuals and families.
This year we gave away 6,500 yo-yos and waived up to $100 in late fines per person.
We also signed people up for the greatest stocking stuffer of all—a library card.
We appreciate you stopping by the library’s booth this year. If you still haven’t made it, there are a few days left of the Christmas Bureau, so stop on by. It is held at the Spokane County Fair & Expo until December 17th from 10am to 2:30pm.
Ways to Support Your Library This December
Friends of the Library Bookstore
Need some help getting that perfect, unique gift for your loved ones? Why not get them a book! The Friends of the Library have some book displays for gift ideas for the holiday season. Stop by the Friends’ bookstore on the first floor of the Downtown Library and browse some books. All the money raised from the book store supports the library.
Friends Information →
Spokane Public Library Foundation
While the Friends of the Library exists to collect and sell donated books to help support the library, the Spokane Public Library Foundation exists to support the strategic directions of the library and to be a resource for innovation and expansion of library services.
The Library Foundation is a 501c (3), and your donation goes a long way towards supporting the innovation and growth at the library. By giving today, someone in the community can benefit tomorrow. You can give a gift online, send in a check or meet with us to talk about planned giving.
Donate Now →
Holiday Branch Closures
All branches will be closed Saturday, December 24, Monday, December 26 and Monday, January 2.
Shadle will also be closed Sunday, December 25 and Sunday, January 1.
East Side, Indian Trail, and Hillyard will also be closed Tuesday, December 27 and Tuesday, January 3.
Upcoming Events
Noon Year’s Eve Party! A Special Family Celebration →
Join us for a special celebration of the New Year without having to stay up late! We will have a fun time getting ready to cheer in 2017 on Saturday, December 31 at Noon! For families and kids of all ages.
Eggbot Decorative Ornaments →
Learn to decorate and personalize your own holiday ornament utilizing our EggBot robot and Inkscape software, Saturday December 17 at the Shadle Library from 3 – 5pm. One ornament will be provided but feel free to bring additional plain matte or satin finish glass ornament up to 3 inches in diameter if you want to make more. This workshop is intended for students in grades four on up teamed with an adult family member.
December Programs
Mittens! A Story-and-Craft Time | Tween Craft Club – Candy Cane Mice | Movie: National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation! | Teddy Bear Teas | Movie: The Year Without Santa Clause | Kids New Year’s Eve Party! | Movie: The Minions Movie | Appy Hour Digital Support | Movie: Elf |
Join us at your local branch
Downtown | East Side | Hillyard | Indian Trail | Shadle | South Hill