Introducing Our New Library Catalog
Washoe County Library System is getting a new online catalog interface, and we hope you are as excited about it as we are! This new catalog will offer a simpler, more intuitive experience. Please take some time to explore some of the new features, including:
  • Easy discovery of new books and resources with browsable displays and a powerful new search engine.
  • Available formats displayed together for each title in search results and lists.
  • All your holds and checkouts in one place, whether in print or digital.
  • Check out, read, and download ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines right from the catalog.
Some features may still change before our existing interface is replaced on March 15, and you can help us ensure the new catalog is as good as it can be. After visiting, please let us know about your experience with this quick survey.
 
Visit catalog.
 
Virtual Events
Do You Know These Women in History?
Wednesdays, 1:30 pm

March is Women's History Month! Every week this month we will feature an amazing woman from history we think you should know more about. Tune in on Facebook for a brief biography, fun facts, and book or other resource suggestions, so you can find out more about some lesser-known heroines we admire.
 
Learn more.
 
Teen Book Club
Wednesday, March 10, 4:30 pm

Attention Teens (grades 9-12): Join us for a casual, fun, no-pressure book club where you read what you want! Join in to hear recommendations and new ideas. Teen Book Club meets on the second Wednesday of the month using Zoom. Register today to receive Zoom meeting information.
 
Sign up now.
 
See our calendar to browse all upcoming events.
 
What to Read Next
The Four Winds Read-alikes
 
Are you waiting for a copy of Kristin Hannah’s latest bestselling historical fiction novel, The Four Winds? Here is a list of read-alikes you can read while you wait. Find staff-recommended sweeping historical fiction set in times of hardship below. Click on a title to place a hold or to find electronic copies to download.
 
See list.
 
For Students, Families, and Educators
Getting Started with Homeschooling
 
Washoe County Library System is here to support your homeschooling journey. Your library offers free access to online tutors, downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, and more! We also offer virtual event opportunities that focus on art, culture, STEAM, and educational enrichment.
 
Explore instructional materials and insights for the children's and teen books that you're reading with Book Connections.
 
Learn more.
 
For Kids
Friction
 
Friction is a force that is all around us. When you rub your hands together on a cold winter day to warm them, you are using friction. Let’s learn more about this amazing force, then check out our friction scavenger hunt!
 
View our other STEAM activities here.
 
See project.
 
Early Reader Feature
 
Parents and caregivers, tune in on the Tuesday, March 9 at 4 pm for book suggestions, literacy tips, and fun family engagement activities for our beginning readers.
 
Learn more.
 
Back to Work Nevada
Nevada Entrepreneur Network
 
The Nevada Small Business Development Center has announced the launch of the Nevada Entrepreneur Network — a free mobile app and website that connect entrepreneurs with resources needed to grow and succeed with support from applicable government, nonprofit and private organizations.
 
Learn more.
News & Announcements
Friends of Washoe County Library
 
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.

You can support Friends of Washoe County Library through Amazon Smile. Visit Amazon Smile and select Friends of Washoe County Library. It works just like the regular Amazon website, except a portion of your purchase price will be donated to FWCL.
 
Visit the FWCL website.
 
Digital Library Cards
 
In response to increasing demand for our online offerings, we have created an easy new way for you to access our digital resources.
 
If you do not have a Washoe County Library account (or if you have misplaced your card), you can now visit our website and quickly acquire a digital library card, which you can use to check out ebooks and audiobooks, take online courses, and much more.
 
Sign up now.
 
For information on COVID-19 in Washoe County, please visit the
Washoe County Health District at www.washoecounty.us/health
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