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"The Library's Top 10 Adult Fiction Checkouts of 2022" - with Mikayla Kittilstved (Episode 18: 11/8/2023) Nov 08, 2023

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Adult and Teen Services librarian Mikayla Kittilstved is back for the final chapter of our 4-part look at the most popular checked-out books at the Liberty Lake Municipal Library during 2022. This episode offers you her countdown of the top 10 adult fiction novels from that year. With commentary about each book, maybe you'll hear about something you might want to check out for yourself during an upcoming visit!

"It's Leaf and Beach Drop-off Season!" - with Jeremy Jenkins (Episode 17: 10/26/2023) Oct 26, 2023

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Grab your rakes and large-sized bags! Jeremy Jenkins, the environmental manager with the Liberty Lake Sewer and Water District, is here with all of the "when", "what", and "where" information you need to know about the annual leaf and beach drop-off program that is offered for local residents each fall. Plus, Jeremy will explain WHY this program exists and how it helps in the ecological health of the body of water known as Liberty Lake. And, you'll learn why the program has changed over the years due to the local growth in population.

"The Mayor's 2024 Budget Report" - with Mayor Cris Kaminskas (Episode 16: 10/20/2023) Oct 21, 2023

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Here's the presentation of Mayor Cris Kaminskas' 2024 Budget Report, as recorded during the City Council meeting of Oct. 17, 2023. In this annual presentation, the mayor provides an overview of the highlight accomplishments by the city's government during 2023, and offers up a preview of the projects and goals planned for the coming year. Plus, the mayor comes to our podcast microphone to provide our listeners with a brief introduction about the purpose of this annual speech.

"What is the City Academy?" - with city administrator Mark McAvoy (Episode 15: 10/4/2023) Oct 04, 2023

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Here's your "campus tour" of the Liberty Lake City Academy with your guide, city administrator Mark McAvoy! Mark shares the details about this free series that was first offered for Liberty Lake residents in the spring of 2023 and again for 8 weeks during the following fall. Learn about the topics and interactive format through which this series helps people learn more about what goes on in providing the services they receive from the city government and its partnering agencies.

"Inside the New Clubhouse at Trailhead Golf Course" - with Chris Johnston (Episode 14: 9/26/2023) Sep 27, 2023

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Liberty Lake's landmark Trailhead Golf Course gained a new look for its 50th anniversary with the completion and opening of its new clubhouse facility. Chris Johnston, Trailhead's head PGA professional, provides an audio tour of the new building, with details on the newly added simulation bays, expanded pro shop, and main floor meeting room. Plus, he covers the process that led to the new building's creation ... and even reveals the secret origin of Trailhead's 50th anniversary sasquatch logo!

"Liberty Lake's Responses to the Homeless Population" - with LLPD Chief Damon Simmons and Dg Garcia (Episode 13: 9/7/2023) Sep 08, 2023

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The topic is City Ordinance 115c, which was passed by the Liberty Lake City Council in June of 2023 to address "unlawful camping and storage of personal property on public property." Two members of the committee that helped draft that ordinance -- Police Chief Damon Simmons and city resident Dg Garcia -- offer details into what that new ordinance is and is not, as well as their insights about the larger issues that are connected with it.

"The Spokane Symphony Concert at Liberty Lake" with conductor James Lowe (Episode 12: 8/22/2023) Aug 23, 2023

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The Spokane Symphony Orchestra's annual visit to Pavillion Park is one of THE major community events at Liberty Lake each summer. And, there's no one who is better qualified to talk all about that event and its musicians than the guest on this installment of our podcast: James Lowe, who has been the orchestra's conductor and music director since 2019. What's even more special about this episode is that this interview was conducted while James was in Scotland! James shares all the details about the creation of the annual free public concert in Liberty Lake, numerous behind-the-scenes information about the Spokane Symphony, and many insights about his life as a music director. Plus, along the way, we delve into such things as Bugs Bunny, Star Wars, and logging lorries!

"Top Children's Chapter Books at the Library" - with Jandy Humble (Episode 11: 8/8/2023) Aug 08, 2023

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Liberty Lake Municipal Library director Jandy Humble comes back to reveal and discuss the library's most checked-out chapter books for kids 6-12 years during 2022. Among some of the familiar names you'll hear her mention: The Baby-Sitters Club, Captain Underpants, and well-known writer (and Oregon native) Beverly Cleary. Lots of graphic novels on this list!

"Previewing Barefoot in the Park 2023" - with Jen Camp and Mark Saba (Episode 10: 7/25/2023) Jul 26, 2023

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The biggest all-ages community event in Liberty Lake each summer is Barefoot in the Park, which happens in 2023 on Saturday, August 5, at Pavillion Park. Jen Camp returns to the podcast to share the details on how Barefoot in the Park came to be, and to recognize the numerous community partners that have helped shape it together for this year. She's joined by community volunteer Mark Saba -- a member of this year's Barefoot organizing committee -- who offers up a full preview of what attendees can expect during the very big edition of this event for 2023! Your full audio guide to Barefoot in the Park for 2023 is right here!

"Things To Know About Golf Carts!" - with Lt. Darin Morgan of the Liberty Lake Police Dept. (Episode 9: 7/11/2023) Jul 11, 2023

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You'll notice a lot of people driving golf carts in Liberty Lake ... because it's one of Washington's few cities that allow people to drive those vehicles in some places beyond just one of the local golf courses. Lt. Darin Morgan of the Liberty Lake Police Department answers all the questions you've probably wondered about regarding what is allowed ... and what is not allowed ... with driving a golf cart in Liberty Lake. (Here's an opening spoiler: You need to be at least 16 years old and have a registered driver's license!) Plus, find out the answer to this question: How many golf carts are registered to drive along the streets of Liberty Lake...?

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