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African American Genealogy
African American family historians face unique challenges when researching their ancestry. Join TMCC librarian Suzanne Malek, who will discuss these challenges and how to overcome them to preserve your family heritage.
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400 Years of African Americans in America
Dr. Greta De Jong, professor of African American History at the University of Nevada, Reno, will discuss the status of African Americans from 1619 to 2019.
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Using Collateral Research to Find Your Ancestors Learn how collateral research can help expand your genealogy search options and reveal even more information about your ancestors.
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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.
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Alexander von Humboldt: The Forgotten Scientist
Find out why there are so many places in Nevada named Humboldt. Learn about the exploits of the 19th Century scientist Alexander von Humboldt, often called the father of ecology. Presented by geophysicist David von Seggern.
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The Saga of the Alfred Doten Diaries
Alfred Doten was an adventurer, a forty-niner, and a journalist who kept a 53-year diary of his life during a significant period of Nevada and California history. Presented by UNR librarian Donnelyn Curtis, who is currently involved in a project to bring the Doten diaries online.
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Through Our Eyes, The Women Veteran's Experience Through Our Eyes, The Women Veteran’s Experience features images and stories of local women who have served in the armed forces. On display through November 22. Francie Mahoney, Women Veteran’s Program Manager, will discuss the project at a reception on Saturday, Oct 12, 2-3 pm.
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Ron Arthaud: Remains Plein air oil painter Ron Arthaud returns to the Northwest Reno Library gallery with a new collection of landscape oils. There will be a closing-day reception Saturday, October 26, at noon.
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Downtown Reno Sunday, October 13, 11 am-2 pm Duncan/Traner Saturday, October 12, 11 am-1:30 pm Incline Village Tuesday, October 8, 6:30-8 pm North Valleys Wednesday, October, 23, 5:30-6:45 pm Wednesday, October 2, 5-6:30 pm
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Saturday, October 26, 3-5 pm Wednesday, October 30, 4-5:30 pm Saturday, October 5, 7-8;30 pm Wednesday, October 16, 2:30-4 pm
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Sparks Library In Other Rooms, Other Wonders by Daniyal Mueenuddin Spanish Springs Library Sold on a Monday by Kristina McMorris
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Northwest Reno Library The Woman in the Window by A.J. Finn Northwest Reno Library Elevation by Stephen King South Valleys Library The Invention of Nature by Andrea Wulf Spanish Springs Library The Ever-Running Man by Marcia Muller
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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.
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Library Closures The Downtown Reno Library will be closed for construction October 7-11. All libraries will be closed on October 25 in observance of Nevada Day. The Spanish Springs Library will also be closed on October 24.
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It's time for another Friends of Washoe County Library book sale. As always, the sale will be held in the Reno Town Mall, next-door to the Sierra View Library. There will be a large selection of books, DVDs, CDs, and VHS tapes at very reasonable prices. 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, donate, or for more information, please visit
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