Summer Reading Challenge
June 1-July 31
Our Summer Reading Challenge starts next week. Learn more by visiting our Summer Reading Challenge webpage or by watching this video. We're celebrating with a series of kickoff parties. There will be prizes, snacks, and costumes. The theme of this year's challenge is Oceans of Possibilities, so we will also be hosting a variety of aquatic-themed events throughout the summer. 
 
See all Summer Reading Challenge events.
 
Events
Aria 51 
Sunday, May 29, 2-3 pm
Spanish Springs Library
 
Aria 51 combines classical and folk instruments, including cello, classical guitar, bass, violin, and ukulele with singing to create a unique approach to a variety of musical styles. 
 
A presentation of Pioneer Center Youth Programs.
 
Book a Librarian: FAFSA HELP
Thursday, June 2, 3-6:30 pm
Sierra View Library
 
Headed to college next year? Don't forget to apply for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid! Join us during our Book a Librarian hours for assistance in applying. Register here or call the Sierra View Library at 827-3232 to book an appointment. 
 
 
Story Time at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum & Botanical Garden
Thursday, June 2, 10-11 am
 
 
Join your favorite Washoe County librarians for family friendly outdoor story times in the Burke Garden at the Wilbur D. May Arboretum. Celebrate early literacy through stories, movement, and music followed by engaging activities.
 
English Language
Acquisition Classes
Multiple date and times
Sierra View Library
 
Enroll in English courses with Northern Nevada Literacy Council! The curriculum is based on the Cambridge Ventures textbooks, and is aligned with the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act and College and Career Readiness standards.
 
 
Visit the calendar to see all upcoming events this month.
 
What to Read Next:
Mental Health Awareness Month
Visit our catalog to see the full list.
 
For Makers
Learn and Make in the Quad
Wednesday, June 1, 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. 
 
Sign up for an individual, 30-minute session.
 
Visit the calendar to see all upcoming maker events.
 
New & Announcements
Closed for Memorial Day
 
All Washoe County Library branches will be closed Monday, May 30 in honor of Memorial Day.
 
See all branch hours and scheduled closures here.
 
Friends of Washoe County Library
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
www.washoelibraryfriends.org or call 775-324-5522.
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