INVENTION FICTION AND
SCIENCE FICTION POP-UP EVENTS 
We've teamed up with The Discovery to bring you this series of fun STEAM pop-up events, running through May. In celebration of Black History Month, we are highlighting African American science fiction writers and doing block-based coding and snap circuit projects at both the Downtown Reno Library and the Sierra View Library.
 
You can view the dates, times, and planned projects for all these events here.
 
EVENTS FOR KIDS AND TEENS
Paws 2 Read
Multiple dates and times
 
Practice reading with friendly therapy dogs and receive a free book! Paws 2 Read is a reading program for children of all ages. Friendly dogs lend a loving, non-judgmental ear to beginning readers. 
Irish Music, Culture,
and Fun with Goitse
Thursday, February 24, 10:30-11:30 am
Spanish Springs Library
 
Join award-winning Irish quintet, Goitse, for a special family story time that explores traditional Irish songs, instruments, and culture. Presented by the Performing Arts Series at the University of Nevada, Reno.
Visit the calendar to see all upcoming events for kids and teens.
 
EVENTS FOR ADULTS
Book a Librarian 
Multiple times and locations 
 
We can help you complete online job applications, set up an email address, apply for government assistance, and more. Make an appointment, and a librarian will do their best to help you.
Tech Cafe 
Multiple times and locations 
 
Assistance with your tablet, smartphone, or laptop. We can provide in-depth help with online library resources including downloadable ebooks and audiobooks. Bring your device and your questions! 
 
Visit the calendar to see all upcoming events this month.
 
WHAT TO READ NEXT: 
BLACK HISTORY MONTH FICTION
Visit our catalog to see the full list.
 
FOR MAKERS
Learn and Make in the Quad
Wednesday, February 23, 3-6 pm
Downtown Reno Library
 
This week we will be working with the sublimation printer and heat press. We'll provide you with a coffee mug, coaster, or metal bookmark (limit one item per person), and you can transfer a vivid, full-color design or photograph onto it. Bring an image file (.png or .jpg) on a flash drive or your phone, and leave with a vibrant, one-of-a-kind item.
 
Visit the calendar to see all upcoming maker events.
 
BOOK CLUBS
Chapter One Book Club
Downtown Reno Library
The Girl in the Mirror  
by Rose Carlyle
 
Mystery Book Club
Spanish Springs Library
I've Got My Eyes on You  
by Mary Higgins Clark
 
Tuesday Book Group
Spanish Springs Library
The Nickel Boys 
by Colson Whitehead
Visit the calendar to see all upcoming book club meetings.
 
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Holiday Closure
 
All Washoe County Libraries will be closed Monday, February 21, for Presidents Day. You can see all library hours and closures here.
 
Masks Recommended
 
In alignment with updated Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines, masks are recommended at all library locations for visitors 2 years of age or older.
 
Visit the CDC website for the most up-to-date guidance on masks.
 
Book Sale
February 12-20
 
You still have a few more days to take advantage of the great deals at the Friends of Washoe County Library book sale. As always, the sale is being held in the Reno Town Mall, next-door to the Sierra View Library. You'll find a large selection of books, DVDs, CDs, and VHS tapes at very reasonable prices.
 
Closed for Renovations
 
The Northwest Reno Library and the Sparks Library are both currently closed for renovations. The Northwest Reno Library is expected to reopen next week. The Sparks Library is expected to reopen in April.
 
If you have items on hold at either of these locations, visit our online catalog to choose an alternate location.
 
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