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AMERICANS AND THE HOLOCAUST |
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This week we have several events planned in conjunction with the Americans and the Holocaust exhibit. Join us for these talks:
The History of Antisemitism July 18, 5 pm: Judith Schumer, former Chairperson for the Governor's Advisory Council on Education Relating to the Holocaust, will discuss the history of antisemitism. Scientific Racism, Eugenics, and the Holocaust July 19, 5:30 pm: James McSpadden explores the history of scientific racism and antisemitism in 19th and early 20th century Germany, including the gruesome history of human zoos and the development of eugenics. Americans and the Postwar Legacies of the Holocaust July 22, 2 pm: Presented by James McSpadden, this talk will explore American involvement with the immediate postwar legacies of the Holocaust.
Americans and the Holocaust, on display at the Northwest Reno Library through August 18, addresses Americans' responses to refugees, war and genocide in the 1930s and '40s, challenging the commonly held assumptions that Americans knew little and did nothing about the Nazi persecution and murder of Jews as the Holocaust unfolded.
| Visit the calendar for all Americans and the Holocaust events. |
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| RainbowFest featuring Drag Story Hour | Saturday, July 15, 10 am-2 pm
Sparks Library | Join Washoe County Library and Our Center for RainbowFest! Enjoy stories that explore diversity and celebrate our differences.
The Potluck Truck will be on site for you to purchase food and beverages. You can view their menu and pre-order here. |
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| Artist Reception Expressions of Joy and Wonder by Faith Almasi |
Saturday, July 15, 3-4 pm South Valleys Library |
Join artist Faith Almasi to celebrate the opening of her exhibit, Expressions of Joy and Wonder, which will be on display through August 31.
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Superhero Camp | July 18-20, 11 am-noon
Sierra View Library | Join us for three days of fun and adventure! Kids will create their own superhero names, costumes, and powers. We will make slime, grow crystals (maybe kryptonite!), and build a vortex cannon! |
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| Author Talk Ethan Kross |
Thursday, July 20, 10-11 am Online event |
Ethan Kross has written one of modern history's most definitive guides to mastering self-talk. In Chatter, he uses a blend of cutting-edge science and real-world case studies to help us harness the power of our inner voice. |
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| High Noon with Neal Cobb Our Journey Through Time at the Newlands Mansion |
Thursday, July 20, noon-1 pm Online event |
This month, Neal Cobb will be joined by historic preservationists Melinda and Dan Gustin who will discuss their work on the Newlands Mansion. |
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FOR MAKERS |
Wednesdays at the Quad |
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Wednesday, July 19, 2:30-5 pm
Downtown Reno Library
This week we will be working with the vinyl cutter and heat press. You can make a simple sticker for your car window or water bottle, or you can make a personalized tote bag or T-shirt. Choose a simple, two-tone image from the internet, or bring a flash drive with an image file you created.
Sign up for a 30-minute individual session.
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WHAT TO READ NEXT |
Disability Pride for Kids |
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Board of Trustees Meeting
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July 19, 4-6 pm
Online meeting
The Library Board meets regularly on the third Wednesday of each month, usually at one of the library's twelve locations. This month the meeting will be conducted via Zoom. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend.
Agendas, minutes, and recordings of past meetings are available on the library website. |
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FRIENDS OF WASHOE COUNTY LIBRARY |
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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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Washoe County Library System
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301 S. Center St. Reno, NV 89501 |
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