Library Out Loud: SCLD

In this episode, we recap the 2025 Summer Reading program, and share stats such as how many people signed up, how many free books were given away to kids and teens, and more! LEARN MOREBeanstack, our reading challenge app: https://scld.beanstack.org/reader365FIND US ONLINE Website: https://scld.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpCoLibrary...

In this episode, we speak to Jordan Hunter from Alzheimer's Association about this year's Walk to End Alzheimer's, which takes place on 10/11/25.LEARN MOREAlzheimer's Association Washington and North Idaho Chapter: https://www.alz.org/alzwa 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer's in Spokane registration & information: https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2025/WA-WashingtonState?fr_id=18982...

In this episode, we discuss this year's Summer Reading challenge and events. LEARN MORESummer Reading news post on our website: https://www.scld.org/level-up-with-our-online-summer-reading-challenge-for-all-ages/Beanstack app: https://scld.beanstack.org/reader365FIND US ONLINE Website: https://scld.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpC...

On this episode, we speak to members of our Teen Leadership Council about the Council, what it is and what they do, their past and upcoming projects, and more. LEARN MORETeen Leadership Council web page: https://www.scld.org/teen-leadership-council/FIND US ONLINE Website: https://scld.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpCoLibraryDist Insta...

In this episode, we're switching it up and sharing one star reviews of popular movies (instead of books) and seeing if we can guess each other's movies! Inspired by Fowlerville District Library: https://www.fowlervillelibrary.net/ (@fowlervillelibrary on TikTok)FIND US ONLINE Website: https://scld.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpCoLibr...

On this episode, Librarians Rachel and Tammy answer this question from a customer: “How can I get my child ready for kindergarten?” They share resources and materials from the library to help you prepare your children for kindergarten. LEARN MOREOur Getting Ready For Kindergarten webpage: https://www.scld.org/getting-ready-for-kindergarten/ Info about our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Challenge:...

On this episode, we talk to Eric Williams from Second Harvest and Cal Coblentz from Partners INW about the community food drive happening now in Spokane County. LEARN MOREFood drive info: https://scld.org/your-food-donations-to-bites-books-helps-turn-the-page-on-hunger/ Second Harvest website: https://2-harvest.org/ Partners INW website: https://www.partnersinw.org/ FIND US ONLINE Website: https:/...

On this episode, we talk to Lori Bucher, President of Library Foundation of Spokane County, and Jill Nunemaker, Development Manager here at SCLD, about the Foundation and Library Giving Day. LEARN MORELibrary Foundation of Spokane County website: https://supportscld.org Library Giving Day page on the Foundation website: https://supportscld.org/library-giving-day FIND US ONLINE Website: https://scl...

On this episode, we discuss Intellectual Freedom, what it is, why it's important, and what roles public libraries play in regard to Intellectual Freedom. LEARN MORESCLD Policies: https://www.scld.org/about/policies/ ALA Library Bill of Rights: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill ALA Freedom to Read Statement: https://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/freedomreadstatement FIND US...

On this episode we talked with Lois Bollenback and Jason Lien from Spokane Regional Transportation Council (SRTC) about Spokane County's long-range transportation plans, and how you can get involved. LEARN MORESpokane Regional Transportation Council website: https://www.srtc.org SRTC Horizon 2050 webpage: https://www.srtc.org/horizon-2050/ FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook:...

On this episode we talk with Phillip Helean from Aging & Long Term Care of Eastern Washington about how to prevent falls, why fall prevention is important, and the upcoming Matter of Balance programs that are happening at SCLD. LEARN MOREALTCEW Website: https://www.altcew.org Other helpful ALTCEW resources: https://www.altcew.org/programs-services/preventing-falls/Phillip's blog: https://w...

On this episode, Librarians Dana and Diane answer this question from a customer: "My friends/family loves having viewing parties but I don’t. How can I enjoy them and have a good time?" They share resources and materials from the library to help you enjoy that upcoming viewing party you may be not so excited about. LEARN MORE SIRS Discoverer: https://explore.proquest.com/sirsdiscoverer/h...

On this episode, we talk with Sean Jonz from Eastern Washington Alzheimer’s Association about some of the upcoming memory loss programs is hosting at the library, as well as other resources and services. LEARN MORE Alzheimer's Association website: https://www.alz.org/ Alzheimer's Association, Washington State Chapter website: https://www.alz.org/alzwa Help & resources from Alzheimer's Associat...

On this episode, we talk with Ron Barkley and Melissa O’Hara from SCORE Spokane about some of the upcoming business programs SCORE is hosting at the library, as well as other resources and services. LEARN MORE SCORE Spokane website: http://score.org/spokane Upcoming SCORE programs at SCLD: https://scld.libcal.com/calendar/events?q=score FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook: https:...

On this episode, we talk with Community Engagement Manager Aileen Luppert about her role at SCLD and some upcoming events with community partners, like Spokane Homeless Connect, food drives, and more. LEARN MORE https://www.spokaneconnect.org/ https://www.christmasbureauspokane.org/ FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter...

On this episode, Librarians Katy and Alison give advice to parents whose children seem uninterested in reading. LEARN MORE https://scld.org/read-along-books FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpCoLibraryDist Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spokanecountylibrary/ Pinterest: https://www.pintere...

On this episode, we discuss three new digital resources we have for young learners. LEARN MORE https://scld.org/teachables https://scld.org/bookflix https://scld.org/just-for-kids https://scld.org/ready-for-kindergarten FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpCoLibraryDist Instagram: https://www.ins...

On this episode, we talk with Jason Moody, Director of Education and Community Engagement at Spokane Symphony, about several programs for youth as well as upcoming performances and ways you can get involved with the symphony! LEARN MORE foxtheaterspokane.org foxtheaterspokane.org/student-tickets-discounts foxtheaterspokane.org/education-programs https://www.scld.org/museum-cultural-passes/ FIND US...

On this episode, we talk with Marit Fischer, Chief Marketing Officer for the Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture (MAC), about current and upcoming events & exhibitions at the MAC, including some Halloween-themed events! LEARN MORE Northwest Museum of Arts and Culture (MAC) website: https://www.northwestmuseum.org/ Museum and cultural passes through the library: https://www.scld.org/museum-cul...

On this episode, we discuss our summer reading challenge, as well as other fun summer programs! LEARN MORE More info about summer reading & summer programs: https://www.scld.org/adventure-begins-at-your-library-summer-events-activities-a-reading-challenge/ Sign up for the summer reading challenge: https://www.scld.org/adventure-begins-at-your-library-summer-events-activities-a-reading-challeng...

In this episode, we share more one star reviews of popular books, and try to see if we can figure out the book! Inspired by Fowlerville District Library: https://www.fowlervillelibrary.net/ (@fowlervillelibrary on TikTok). FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SpokaneCountyLibraryDistrict Twitter: https://twitter.com/SpCoLibraryDist Instagram: https://www....

In this episode, we discuss how to get library cards for homeschool families, and the homeschool resources and programs we have at SCLD. LEARN MORE Homeschool library card application: http://www.scld.org/get-library-card/#for-groups Homeschool digital resources: https://www.scld.org/homeschooling-resources/ All our digital resources: https://www.scld.org/digital-library/ FIND US ONLINE Website: h...

In this episode, our special guests are from Aging and Long Term Care of Eastern Washington. We discuss Dementia Friends and the upcoming Dementia & memory loss programs you can attend at our libraries. LEARN MORE Dementia & Memory Loss info and resources: www.altcew.org/programs-services/dementia-memory-loss/ Volunteer: https://www.altcew.org/volunteer/dementia-friendly-community/ Dementi...

In this episode, we discuss the 50th Anniversary of Expo ’74, the Spokane World’s Fair, and how you can get involved. LEARN MORE Share your memorabilia & memories of Expo '74: https://www.scld.org/share-your-memorabilia-memories-of-expo-74-during-the-50th-anniversary-celebration/ Expo ’74: 50 Years of Environmental Awareness (Reading List): https://catalog.scld.org/MyAccount/MyList/5629 Mo...

In this episode, we discuss National Small Business Month, the local businesses involved, and how you can participate in four communities around Spokane County. LEARN MORE Business Matters page on our website: https://www.scld.org/business Digital resources for businesses on our website: https://www.scld.org/business-resources FIND US ONLINE Website: https://www.scld.org Facebook: https://www.face...