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First celebrated in 1982, Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas. Banned Books Week draws national attention to the harms of censorship and the benefits of unrestricted reading. The American Library Association's Office for Intellectual Freedom compiles a list of the most challenged books each year; a "challenge" is a request to have a book removed from a library or school. Below are some of the most frequently challenged books of 2018. |
Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl The sixth annual Nevada Humanities Literary Crawl will be kicking off at the Downtown Reno Library. Experience virtual reality and create handmade items in the Quad. The Northern Nevada Literacy Council will offer a reading program. Pick up a booklet for the scavenger hunt than will continue through the day. |
The Moanin' Frogs The Moanin' Frogs saxophone sextet is redefining chamber music with their spirited arrangements and technically precise performances of jazz, pop, and classical music. Presented by UNR Performing Arts. |
Speaker Series: Ron Haulenbeek
Local author and expert Ron Haulenbeek presents an informative slideshow and discussion on the trees of Northern Nevada. |
Introductory Computer Classes
Computer classes for beginners are now being offered at two locations, the Sparks Library and the North Valleys Library. These introductory classes cover the basics of computer use, the internet, and Microsoft Word. |
Family Estate Planning
Attend this eight-week series and learn how to take charge of your own money and estate. Workshops underwritten by KNPB, the Community Foundation of Western Nevada and several other community sponsors. Register by calling 775-333-5499. |
Dead Records Genealogy
Genealogist and Truckee Meadows Community College Reference Librarian Suzanne Malek will share how to research and discover past generations using “dead records.” |
Dotty Molt: Every Image Has a StoryDotty Molt is an award winning fine art landscape photographer whose work has appeared in numerous magazines and calendars, and hangs in private and public galleries across the United States. Her photographs will be on display at the South Valleys Library through October, with a reception September 14, 3-4 pm. |
Stephanie Haigney: RuffledRaven Arts
| | Sparks-based Stephanie Haigney (also known as RuffledRaven Arts) specializes in illustration and character design. Her work will be on display at the North Valleys Library through October. |
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Downtown Reno Tuesday, September 10, 3:30-4:30 pm Thursday, September 19, 4-5 pm Duncan/Traner Wednesday, September 4, 3:30-4:30 pm Wednesday, September 18, 3:30-4:30 pm Friday, September 6, 10 am-6 pm Saturday, September 7, 10 am-3 pm September 10, 6:30-8 pm North Valleys Wednesday, September 4, 5:45-6:45 pm Tuesdays and Fridays, September 10-20, 10:30 am-12:30 pm Northwest Reno September 7 through October 26 Wednesday, September 18, 5-6:30 pm |
Saturday, September 7, 11 am-noon Wednesdays, 10:30-noon South Valleys Tuesday, September 24, 4-6 pm Sunday, September 29, 2-3 pm Monday, September 23, 11 am-1 pm Saturday, September 28, 10-11 am Wednesday, September 4, 2:30-3:30 pm Wednesday, September 18, 2:30-4 pm |
Sparks Library My Mother Was Nuts by Penny Marshall Spanish Springs Library The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion |
Northwest Reno Library This is How it Always Is by Laurie Frankel Spanish Springs Library Raspberry Danish Murder by Joanne Fluke Northwest Reno Library Sapiens: A Brief History of Human Kind by Yuval Noah Harari South Valleys Library Alternate Side by Anna Quindlen |
Washoe County Library Explorer The fall issue of the Washoe County Library Explorer, our comprehensive quarterly events guide, is now available. Download it today, or pick up a print copy at your favorite library. |
Library Closures Starting September 3, the Incline Village Library will be expanding its operating hours. The New hours are: Monday-Friday 10 am–6 pm; Tuesday 10 am to 7 pm; closed Saturday and Sunday. All libraries will be closed on September 2 in observance of Labor Day. The North Valleys Library will also be closed on September 3. |
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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. To join, to donate, or for more information, please visit |
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| | Washoe County Library System 301 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501 | |
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