We are very excited to have local drag queen, Ginger Devine, join us again this year in celebration of Northern Nevada Pride. For this Virtual Story Time, Ms. Ginger will read Auntie Uncle: Drag Queen Hero, by Ellie Roye and Hannah Chambers, in conjunction with the virtual Northern Nevada Pride celebration. 
 
Watch on Facebook or join the Washoe County Library Virtual Story Time Facebook group to view anytime We can't wait to see you at Story Time!
 
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Virtual Events
Nevada Historical Society presents Artown Tuesday
Nevada Military Women
Tuesday, July 27, 3 pm
 
Learn about the women from our state who have served in the military--from the very first ones to those who serve today. Presenter Anne Davis graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1982 and served on active duty in the Army for 29 years, eventually retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel.
 
Registration is required.
 
Learn more.
 
See our calendar to browse all upcoming events.
 
What to Read Next
Cozy Mystery
 
It's never too warm for a cozy mystery! Find these and more hot summer reads for cozy mystery fans under the #WhatToRead tab in our library catalog.
 
See list.
For Students, Families, and Educators
Driving Tests
 
Getting ready to take the written exam for your driving test? Multiple practice tests are available for the standard, commercial and motorcycle license exams.
 
Learn more.
 
For Kids
Diary of Bugs
 
Read the diaries of a fly, spider, and worm to see that they are similar to you in many ways! Explore other always available titles with our TumbleBook Library.
 
See playlist.
 
Static Electricity Butterfly

Explore the magic of static electricity with a cute butterfly craft! Learn what makes it move, and then check out a few resources for further investigation. See other projects here.
 
See project.
 
News & Announcements
Get Vaccinated at the Library
 
Immunize Nevada is offering a free COVID-19 vaccination clinic at several of our libraries. Appointments are not required and you do not need to have health insurance. Your privacy will be protected, and receiving the vaccine will not affect your immigration status.
 
Locations and times:
 
Downtown Reno Library
July 28 and Aug 25
8 am - noon
 
South Valleys Library
Aug 4 and 27
10 am - 2 pm
 
Northwest Reno Library
Aug 6 and 28
10 am - 2 pm
 
Spanish Springs Library
Aug 10 and 31
10 am - 2 pm
 
Learn more.
 
Coming soon:
Meeting Rooms and In-person Events
 
In response to the pandemic, Washoe County Library System suspended all in-person programs and use of our reservable meeting rooms. We will continue to reintroduce services throughout the year, and in September we will again be offering meeting rooms and events at our libraries.
 
Until then, please visit our website for information about upcoming and archived events.
 
On the Shelf/On the Kids' Shelf
 
Your Washoe County Library librarians are hitting the airwaves with a new radio series on KUNR!
 
On the Shelf airs each Monday at 6:42 a.m. and 8:42 a.m. during Morning Edition. Listen in for reading recommendations and catch the latest in book news. 
 
Then join us every Monday and Wednesday at 11:04 am during The Takeaway and again at 3:48 pm during All Things Considered for a quick two-minute segment that includes an engaging book talk, fun activity, and some early literacy tips for families.  
 
Tune in to both on KUNR 88.7 FM, or listen online.
 
Friends of Washoe County Library
Book Sale: July 10-18
 
Join us for the first FWCL book sale in more than a year. As always,  the sale will be held inside the Reno Town Mall, next-door to the Sierra View Library. There will be a large selection of books, DVDs, and CDs at very reasonable prices. 
 
The Friends of Washoe County Library is a member-supported 501(c)(3) Nevada non-profit organization dedicated to advocating, fundraising, and providing support for the Washoe County Library System.
 
Learn more.
 
For information on COVID-19 in Washoe County, please visit the
Washoe County Health District at www.washoecounty.us/health
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