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On a wall are names on small placards of paper styled like sea creatures. A yellow placard in the shape of a short-spined racoon stands out, with the name "Jimothy".
An SPL staff member waves a Pride flag next to the Bookmobile as it drives in the Seattle Pride Parade in downtown Seattle.
The Seattle Public Library logo. Over a patterned background, the headline reads: Summer Quest Starts Now! Text: Complete your tracker to win prizes Icon of a mountain followed by text: Adults can win a Kobo e-reader Icon of a wave followed by text: Teens earn free Wingstop Icon of evergreen trees: Kids earn a ticket to PlayDate SEA Text reads: Plus books, stickers, gift cards, and your name on the Wall of Fame!
A photo of an exhibit display of small signs in different colors. Each sign has text that reads messages such as "Protect the freedom to read" and "I read banned books."
A heart with rainbow colors features text in the middle: Celebrate Pride at the Library Three heads of cartoon characters smile at the bottom.
Poster for "Summer Quest 2026" by the Seattle Public Library, featuring icons of a wave, mountain, and trees. Includes the website: www.spl.org/SummerQuest.
Image features four book covers on a purple background. The website link provided is www.spl.org/FiftyPlus. The Seattle Public Library logo is at the top left corner.
Promotional poster featuring Laurie Frankel's book "Enormous Wings" with photographs of Laurie Frankel (on the left of the book cover) and Nancy Pearl (on the right of the book cover) discussing the book, is on Wednesday, May 13th at 7pm at the Central Library Auditorium. The Seattle Public Library logo is in the top left corner.
Digital sign inside Central Library. The sign reads "May is Jewish American Heritage Month. This month, we recognize and celebrate the contributions of Jewish Americans to U.S. history, culture and society." The website www.spl.org is displayed at the bottom.
A group of people wearing sashes and holding flowers and a trophy. One individual in the center wears a crown. The image is part of the "Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Culture and History Collection" from spl.org.
This image is a promotional poster featuring a person smiling, wearing a blue plaid shirt and gray cardigan. The text reads, "The Bullitt Lecture in American History presents Dr. Ned Blackhawk." The logo for spl.org is at the top left corner.
In the foreground, a digital sign displays information about Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) Heritage Month. The Seattle Public Library's Central Library's distinctive glass and steel architecture is visible in the background.
A colorful illustration features smiling cartoon faces, stars, and icons. Text reads: “Meet Me at the Seattle Public Library. 3.4 million visits last year!” The library's logo and web address, "spl.org/MeetMe," are included.
Photo of two hands holding a photograph of a baby. Text beneath reads: Living with Conviction: Sentenced to Debt for Life in Washington State Opening Reception April 16 April 16 - July 26 Central Library, Level 8 Gallery April 26 - July 26 Green Lake Branch Library Learn More
Text reads: National Poetry Month at the Library. This text is bookended by two hands holding pens. Additional text reads: April 12, Celebrate Poetry! 1 - 4 p.m. / High Point Branch April 15, Margaret S. Barrie discusses "Auntie M. Speaks" 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. / High Point Branch April 15, Poetry Potluck 6:30 - 8 p.m. / Ballard Branch www.spl.org/Poetry
Join the largest book club on the west coast! April 1 - May 31, 2026 They Called Us Enemy by George Takei Logo for One Book, One Coast
An illustration of a person on a comfy chair, who holds a cup of tea. They sit under a blanket with a book and a cat on their lap. Text reads: Cozy vibes. Magical cats. Tea shops. That's Healing Fiction.
A photo of the Trans Pride Ofrenda by Vaquero Azul. The altar features framed photos of MesoAmerican trans people whose lives were taken by violence in Mexico.
Logo for Books Unbanned. White text on a black background reads: Supporting the freedom to read since 2022 51,217 cards issued 1,016,167 checkouts All 50 states Logos for: Brooklyn Public Library, Boston Public Library, LA County Public Library, San Diego Public Library, The Seattle Public Library, and Long Beach Public Library. www.BooksUnbanned.com
Two SPL patrons show off tattoos on their arms. The tattoos depict the exterior of the Seattle Central Library.
Cartoon characters of library patrons and icons representing library services (such as pencils, an open book, and a light bulb) surround text reading: We're here for you. Happy Library Card Sign-up Month.
Image: Take our brief survey and let us know: www.spl.org/CommunitySurvey
Photos of Sadie "Mother Horror" Hartmann and Isabella Von Ghoul bookend the cover of “Feral and Hysterical: Mother Horror’s Ultimate Reading Guide to Dark and Disturbing Fiction by Women."
Photos of Isabel Cañas and Sadie "Mother Horror" Hartmann bookend the cover for Cañas's new book, "The Possession of Alba Díaz"
Text reads: Check out our redesigned Shelf Talk Blog blog.spl.org
Text reads: Happy Pride. The image shows two coloring sheets that are themed for Pride Month.
Library staff at the Central Library wear all black and hold book covers that spell out TEACH TRUTH.
Text reads: Reclaiming Asian American Narratives: Understanding Imperialism and the Creation of Asian Diaspora This workshop challenges the narrative that the Asian diaspora came to the United States for a better life, exposing how the U.S. forced people out of their homelands. Leave this workshop empowered with a clearer understanding of history and the Asian diaspora's role in the fight for social justice and liberation. May 31st 3:30 - 5 p.m. PDT Beacon Hill Library Meeting Room and on Zoom
"I can read books on my phone or listen to audiobooks without having to worry about my local library shutting down." – Books Unbanned Cardholder Age 14, Florida
Image is a preview of the board for Summer Book Bingo 2025. It shows one category: Found Family.
Cartoon image of a smartphone character with a smiling face and arms, giving a thumbs-up, presenting a "Get it on Google Play" button. The Seattle Public Library logo is visible at the top left corner.
Chief Librarian Tom Fay standing in a library, with a logo for spl.org and text stating "Libraries, Our Anchors to Civic Life, Are Under Threat"
A post-it note from a Library patron that reads, "The staff are super duper nice! - Violet"
A hands holds a friendly smartphone giving a thumbs-up. Text says, "Get our app!"
Magician Maritess Zurbano wows the crowd at Magnolia Branch.
Long lines of patrons wait to check out books at Northeast Branch.
Multi-sensory artist E.T. Russian shares the inspiration behind their mural, “Reading in Relation,” outside the ZAPP Zine Room at the Central Library.
Witch-hazel at Madrona-Sally Goldmark Branch. Mathew says: "This perennial blooms in late fall or early winter depending on the variety. I especially like its unique flower shape."
Librarians Jane and Eliza ask staff: what books are you swiping right on this Valentine’s Day?
Covers from books included in the Black Love & Friendship booklist. The titles include "Business Not As Usual," "Curvy Girl Summer," "Village Weavers," and "Boys Come First."