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A new school year is about to start, and the library has resources that can help with schoolwork, no matter what the grade level.
Designed to meet the unique needs of its users, Explora supports both student research and classroom instruction with rich, reliable content and easy-to-use functionality.
Multiple versions of the Explora interface provide age-appropriate content for primary and secondary schools. There is also an Educator’s Edition, which offers lesson plans, support materials, and professional development resources.
Visit our School and Educational Resources page to find more resources.
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| Paws 2 Read | Multiple times and locations Saturday, August 9 |
The friendly dogs from Paws 4 Love lend a loving, non-judgmental ear to beginning readers. After reading to one of these gentle dogs, your child receives a free book. |
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| Diversity Equality Inclusion Reception | Monday, August 11, 3 pm Downtown Reno Library |
Diversity Equality Inclusion features watercolor portraiture by award-winning artist James Gayles. On view at the Downtown Reno Library Gallery through September 28. |
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| Learn About Your Android Phone | Sparks Library Wednesday, August 13, 10:30 am |
Do you have questions about how to use your Android phone? Come in and we'll answer your questions and show you how to use some of the functions of your phone. |
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| Creative Corner: String Art for Adults | Northwest Reno Library
Wednesday, August 13, 5 pm | Unleash your creativity with this hands-on string art workshop! Using wood, nails, and colorful string, you'll design and create your own unique piece of wall art. No experience necessary — just bring your imagination! All supplies are provided. |
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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, Christine discusses epistolary novels.
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Summer Reading Challenge
Our 2025 Summer Reading Challenge ended this week. We'd like to thank everyone who participated.
Kids can collect the books they earned by visiting any branch by the end of August. Adults can redeem their Summer Reading Challenge vouchers at the current Friends of Washoe County Library book sale or at any branch book sale. |
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Friends of Washoe County Library |
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There are just a few days left in the current Friends of Washoe County Library book sale. Sunday is bag day — pay $5 for anything you can fit in a supplied bag. As always, the sale is being held next door to the Sierra View Library in the Reno Town Mall.
Friends of Washoe County Library is a member-supported 501(c)(3) Nevada nonprofit organization dedicated to advocating, fundraising, and providing support for the 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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