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EVENTS
 
 
Tsurunokai
 
Tuesday, February 5, 4pm, Downtown Reno Library
 
Tsurunokai brings the ancient art of Japanese Taiko drumming to the children of northern Nevada. Tsurunokai performs traditional Japanese folk music as well as original compositions. Students will be invited to participate in drumming and dancing during the performance.
 
 
 
Radon Awareness
 
Radon is the primary cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers, and one in four homes tested in Nevada has elevated radon concentrations. 
 
The Nevada Radon Education Program of the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension will be offering informational presentations and free radon test kits. 
Beaupromo Puppetry 
 
Sunday, February 10, 11 am, Spanish Springs Library
 
Under the expert manipulation of local puppeteer Bernie Beauchamp, 24-inch tall marionette puppets narrate stories from America’s history through song, dance, and music. The evolution of jazz, blues, and popular music are explained as an artistic expression of the evolution of our uniquely American heritage.
 
Additional shows are scheduled for future months.
 
Senior Series: Your Time is Now!
 
This month's topic is "Senior Romance." Workshops will be led by Dr. Larry Weiss, from the Center for Healthy Aging.
 
Thursday, February 14, 1:30 - 2:30 pm 
Sierra View Library
Thursday February 21, 1:30 - 2:30 pm
Northwest Reno Library
 
 
HISTORIC RENO PRESERVATION SOCIETY
Hooks, Hoses, and Houses: Nevada's Historic Fire Stations 
 
Wednesday, February 20, 5:30-6:30 pm
Northwest Reno Library
 
As firefighting progressed from the bucket brigades of the early 1800s to the engine companies of the Victorian age, the buildings that housed firefighters and their equipment evolved. Jim Bertolini, historian at the Nevada State Historic Preservation Office, will discuss the history of firehouses in Nevada and explore how these landmarks can be saved for future generations.
Washoe Tribes and Tourism
 
 
Sunday February 24, 12:30-1:30 pm
Downtown Reno Library
 
Dr. Catherine Magee, whose research focuses on the relationship between cultural heritage preservation and tourism, will discuss the significance of tourism to the Washoe tribes. Dr. Magee is currently the director of the Nevada Historical Society.
 
FOR KIDS
 
 
Story Times and Early
Literacy Programs
 
Story Time, Toddler Time, and other early literacy programs like Paws 2 Read are offered weekly at most library branches.
 
View the complete Story Time schedule or browse the online calendar
Paint & Snack
 
Receive one-on-one creative guidance to paint your own masterpiece in a fun, social setting.
 
For ages five and up. Parents are welcome to attend, but not required unless child is 10 or under. Wednesday, February 13, 4-6 pm, Incline Village Library. 
AT THE BRANCHES 
Downtown Reno
Story Time
Tuesdays, 10:15-10:45 am*
*New day and time
 
 Duncan Traner
Game On!
Mondays and Thursdays, 3:30-5:30 pm 
Lego Tuesdays
Tuesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
 
Incline Village
Tahoe Talks: Racism in America
Tuesday, February 12, 6:30-8:00 pm
Tahoe Treks
Tuesday, February 19, 6:30-7:30 pm
 
North Valleys
Mystery Sleuths Book Club
Wednesday, February 13, 5:45-6:45 pm
Classic Film Series: Vertigo
Saturday, February 23, 1:30-3:30 pm
 
 
Northwest Reno
Groundhog Day Fun & Science
Saturday, February 2, 11-noon
Family Fun STEAM Night: Snowflake Slime
Wednesday, February 27, 5-6 pm
Sierra View
Virtual Reality
Tuesdays and Fridays, 3:30-5:30
Family Fun Fridays
Fridays, 3:30-5:30
 
 
South Valleys
STEAM Thursday
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30 pm
Tech Café
Fridays, 3-4 pm
 
Spanish Springs
Movie Matinee: Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween
Sunday, February 10, 3-5 pm
STEAM: Heart Shaped Birdfeeders
Tuesday, February 12, 4-5 pm
 
Sparks
Valentine's Day Story Time and Craft
Wednesday, February 13, 10:15-11:30 am
Emoji Valentine's Day Craft
Thursday, February 14, 3-4:30 pm
 
Verdi
Conversation Heart STEAM Program
Wednesday, February 6, 2:30-3:30 pm
Binary Code Valentines
Wednesday, February 13, 2:30-3:30 pm
Visit our calendar to see all the upcoming events this month.
CLASSES 
 
Building Your Family Tree 
 
You've taken the DNA test. Now what? In this five-class series, learn how to build your family tree and see how you are connected to your matches. Classes are Wednesdays, 4:30 to 5:30 pm, February 6 through March 6, at the South Valleys Library. Registration is required.
 
 
Introductory Computer Classes 
 
Sparks Library's ongoing computer classes are designed to give beginners a proper introduction to various computer programs and actions. Seating is limited and registration is required. Classes are on Wednesdays and Fridays from 1-3 pm. Call the Sparks Library at 775-352-3200 to sign up.
 
Introduction to Email
  • Wednesday, February 6
  • Friday, February 8
  • Wednesday, February 13
  • Friday, February 15
Introduction to Microsoft Word
  • Wednesday, February 27
  • Friday, March 1
  • Wednesday, March 6
  • Friday, March 8
AT THE QUAD
 
The makerspace at the Downtown Reno Library is open for business every Thursday 3-6 pm. A different resource will be featured each week. 
  • February 7: Soldering
  • February 14: Sublimation Printing
  • February 21: 3D Printing
  • February 28: Vinyl Cutter
  • March 7: Sewing Machine
  • March 14: Clamshell Heat Press
We make every effort to ensure the following resources are available every Thursday: leather crafting, button machines, and vinyl cutter.
 
Interested in helping with The Quad? Let us know. 
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
 Library Closures

All Washoe County Libraries will be closed Monday, February 18 in observance of Presidents Day. The North Valleys Library will be closed Tuesday, February 19.
 
PINs Soon To Be Required for Self-Service Checkouts
Soon your PIN (personal identification number) will be required when using the libraries' self-service checkout stations.
 
Unless you have specified otherwise, your PIN is the last four digits of the primary phone number on your library account. For further assistance please call or visit any library branch.
FRIENDS OF WASHOE COUNTY LIBRARY 
Book Sale
 
February 2-10
Reno Town Mall (corner of Peckham and S. Virginia St.)
10 am to 5 pm daily
 
Visit the Friends of Washoe County Library website for full details. 
 
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.
 
Your tax-deductible donation to the FWCL Endowment Fund will provide needed additional funding to our libraries for generations to come.  To join, donate, or for more information, please visit
www.washoelibraryfriends.org or call 775-324-5522.
 
 
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Washoe County Library System
301 S Center St, Reno, NV 89501
www.washoecountylibrary.us - 775-327-8300