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Celebrate the freedom to read during Banned Books Week, October 5–11. This year’s Banned Books Week theme is “Censorship is so 1984. Read for your Rights.”
We will mark the celebration by featuring frequently challenged titles on display and available to check out throughout the library system.
Patrons are also invited to participate in the Banned Books Reading Challenge through October 10. Select a title from our Banned Books Reading List, and read just one book to complete the challenge.
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| Wildlife Education with NDOW | Sparks Library Saturday, October 4, 11 am |
Explore the fascinating world of nocturnal creatures, including their behaviors, habitats, and ecological importance. Following the presentation, participants will create their own flying bat craft, allowing them to take home a fun reminder of what they've learned. |
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| Young Blood Behind the Silver Screen | The Holland Project
Saturday, October 4, 5:30–8:00 pm | Celebrate all the Young Blood artists and their artwork with a vintage cinema-themed art party. There's a $1 suggested donation at the door and costumes are encouraged.
Young Blood is a biannual group exhibition open to submissions by any regional artist under 21. |
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| Cardboard Construction Camp | Spanish Springs Library Wednesday–Thursday, October 8–9, 1 pm |
Together we’ll make a city to share with the entire library community. Design and construct buildings, automobiles, or other items to contribute to our city.
Best for ages 5–7. |
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Visit our online calendar to find more upcoming events: |
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On the Shelf is a weekly feature in partnership with KUNR public radio. Catch your favorite librarians sharing book news and reviews. In this week's episode, Bailey tells us about some space operas. See the companion list below.
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Closures
Due to staffing shortages, the following Washoe County Library locations will be closed on the specified dates: |
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Downtown Reno Library
Friday, October 3 Friday, October 10
Incline Village Library Saturday, October 11 Saturday, October 18 Saturday, October 25 Saturday, November 1 Saturday, November 8 Saturday, November 15 Saturday, November 22 Saturday, November 29
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North Valleys Library
Wednesday, October 8 Friday, October 10
Sparks Library
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Changes to Library Board of Trustees Meetings |
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Due to recent changes, members of the public who wish to make live comments to the board must now do so in person. It is no longer possible to participate or make public comments via Zoom.
Community members will still have the option of sending written comments in advance by emailing sschubach@washoecounty.gov. Include subject line "For Public Comment." Email comments must be received by 4 pm on the business day prior to the meeting. |
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Live meetings will still be available to view online, though they will now be streamed on YouTube. To view, simply visit our YouTube channel at the scheduled meeting time.
The next board meeting will be held at the Northwest Reno Library on October 15. See the schedule of upcoming meetings. |
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The Explorer |
The fall issue of the Washoe County Library Explorer is now available. The Explorer is our comprehensive events guide, and the current issue covers the next three months of library events.
Pick up a copy at any Washoe County Library location, or visit our website to view the online version.
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Friends of Washoe County Library |
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Friends of Washoe County Library is a member-supported 501(c)(3) Nevada nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating, fundraising, and providing support for Washoe County Library System.
To join, to donate, or for more information, please visit www.washoelibraryfriends.org or call 775-324-5522.
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Washoe County Library System
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301 S. Center St. Reno, NV 89501 |
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