New Hours and Expanded Services
Washoe County Library System is excited to announce that most locations will once again offer browsing and computer access. Beginning Monday, May 3, you will be able to browse library collections and displays, pick up holds, and use public computers and printers.
 
Services will be expanded at all branches except the Duncan/Traner, Senior Center, and Verdi libraries, all of which will remain closed, and the North Valleys library, which will maintain its current hours and services. Not all services will be available at all locations or during all hours, so check our website for the most up-to-date information about hours and available services.
 
Due to limited occupancy and concern for public and staff safety we ask that you make your visits as brief as possible -- no more than 60 minutes, and that all visitors over the age of two wear a face covering while visiting the library. 
 
Learn more. 
 
Virtual Events
Pioneer Center Youth Programs presents
Molodi
 
Molodi is a performance ensemble that takes body percussion to the extreme. Molodi blends collegiate stepping, tap, gumboots, beatbox, poetry, and hip hop dance with guerilla theatre and robust personalities that bring to life a high-energy, rhythmic experience.
 
Learn more.
 
Revenge of the Fifth Trivia
Wednesday, May 5, 6 pm
 
Star Wars Trivia Night. Prove that you are not a stuck up, half-witted, scruffy-looking, nerf herder by answering questions about the Star Wars saga Registration is required.
 
Register now.
See our calendar to browse all upcoming events.
 
What to Read Next
Page to Screen 2020-2021
 
Are you a read first or watch first kind of person? Either way, we have compiled a great list of books adapted or being adapted into films and television in 2020 and 2021. Find the full list in our library catalog where you can place holds and download electronic copies all in one place.
 
See list.
 
For Students, Families, and Educators
Driving Tests
 
Getting ready to take the written exam for your drivers test? Multiple practice tests are available for the standard, commercial, and motorcycle license exams.
 
Learn more.
 
For Kids
Earthworms
 
Chances are, you have seen an earthworm. Perhaps you have seen some while digging in your garden, wiggling on the sidewalk after a hard rain, or in the beak of a hungry bird. These humble little creatures go unnoticed most of the time. Find out why earthworms are so important to farmers, gardeners, and to the health of our entire planet.   
 
View our other STEAM activities here.
 
See project.
 
Early Reader Feature
Special Diversity in Action Edition
 
Join Ms. Tyna to celebrate Día, also known as El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day). This celebration emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. 
 
You can watch all our Early Reader Features here. 
 
Watch now.
 
Back to Work Nevada
Nevada Career Explorer Tutorials
 
Find out how to use Nevada Career Explorer's many features as you explore what career path might be best for you. Many video tutorials are available.
 
Learn more.
 
News & Announcements
Changes to Telephone
Reference Coming May 1
 
As the library reopens for more services, centralized telephone reference will no longer be available after April 30. At that time, telephone assistance will be available by calling any open branch.
 
See our list of branches here.
 
Call for submissions:
Tails and Tales Story Stroll
 
For our Tails and Tales Summer Reading Story Stroll you are invited to submit a short story or poem to be displayed in a park somewhere in Washoe County.  
 
Deadline for submissions is May 15. This event is open to Washoe County residents ages 4-18.
 
Learn more.
 
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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