Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day
 
All Washoe County Libraries will be closed Monday, January 17 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. 
 
In honor of the day, the National Civil Rights Museum will offer its annual Small but Mighty Storytime series. This collection of stories for young people focuses on peacemaking, kindness, diversity, and creating positive social change. Full video readings, activities, and resources are provided. 
 
Events
Nevada Historical Society Presents
High Noon with Neal Cobb
Thursday, January 20, 12 pm
 
For this installment, Neal will be joined by mining historian Paul Franklin, who will give a presentation on Nevada Mining from Silver and Gold to Copper and Lithium — 170 years of Development.
  
Sign up now.
 
See our calendar to browse all upcoming events.
 
What to Read Next
Best Nonfiction 2021
 
From bold essay collections and sweeping histories to powerful memoirs and brilliant literary criticism, 2021 was a diverse and prolific year for great nonfiction. Find these and more titles under the #WhatToRead tab in our library catalog.
 
See list.
 
For Kids
Crafternoon
Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Boxes
Friday, January 14, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Sierra View Library in Reno Town Mall invites families to spend time together by participating in fun-filled arts and crafts activities on Friday afternoons. This week: Design and create your own dream box for safekeeping of all your goals, ideas, and aspirations.
 
Sign up now.
 
For Students, Families, and Educators
Get Creative with LinkedIn Learning!
 
LinkedIn Learning is our premier online learning resource for business, software, technology, and creative skills. Explore creative topics such as digital photography, music production, video game design, and much more!
 
Learn more.
 
News & Announcements
Mask Requirement
 
In alignment with updated CDC guidelines and the emergency order issued by the State of Nevada, masks are required at all library locations for everyone two years of age or older.
 
We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our libraries open.
 
Learn more.
 
Libraries Closed for Renovations
 
The Northwest Reno Library and the Sparks Library are both currently closed for renovations. They are expected to reopen in February and April 2022, respectively.
 
If you have items on hold at either of these locations, visit our online catalog to choose an alternate location.
Please contact us for assistance.
 
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 throug
h 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 Friends of Washoe County Library.
 
Learn more.
 
For information on COVID-19 in Washoe County, please visit the
Washoe County Health District at 
www.washoecounty.us/health
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