Despite rumors of snow in outlying areas, Seattle proper saw little of the action. But that doesn't mean that there weren't other news events swirling while you were sleeping. more ›

Is "awesomeness" even a word? We don't think so! If you are of the tutoring mindset, you probably already know the answer. May we also suggest that you consider volunteering your time for The Seattle Public Library Homework Help program, which offers free after-school tutoring in subjects like English, literature, math, history, science and other subjects. more ›

The Friends of The Seattle Public Library Book Sale more ›

Mark your calendars: starting November 1, the Seattle Public Library will be extending its DVD checkout period from one week (boo!) to two weeks.

The Seattle Public Library will extend its loan period for DVDs from one week to two weeks beginning Wednesday, Nov. 1. The change also applies to DVD sets, such as television series and multi-part travel and history collections. A DVD may be renewed twice if there are no holds on the item. more ›

Seattlest thinks the Seattle Central Library is gorgeous. But in every conversation we've had about the building, someone always points out the elephant in the room: it's a bitch finding your way around. more ›

Reference help from the Seattle Public Library is going 24/7/365.25:

The Seattle Public Library now has live online reference services around the clock. For anyone up after midnight cramming for a test, stuck at home and unable to get to a library branch or even on vacation with a laptop, the library is available. more ›

A while ago, Seattlest broke the news to no one (to judge from the comments) that Seattle Public Library was offering fun RSS feeds based on your account information: items checked out, items on hold, and so forth. Handy, yes? more ›