Washoe County Library: Library News & Events

Big Library Read

Big Library Read is an opportunity for those with a library card to read the same digital title at the same time without any wait lists or holds. It’s a worldwide digital version of a local book club.

Visit our catalog to borrow the featured title, Five Total Strangers by New York Times Bestselling Author, Natalie D. Richards, with no waitlists or holds. You can get unlimited access to the ebook and audiobook until November 15.

Check out the discussion board designed to encourage conversation and help you get the most from Five Total Strangers.

You also have a chance to win a tablet, Libby swag, and signed books by the author if you use #biglibraryread on social media from now through Nov. 15. See the official rules. Be sure to attend this live, virtual event with the author on Nov. 8 at 5 pm.

Events

Tech Café

Wednesday, Nov. 10, 11 am-noon

Downtown Reno Library

Tech Café can help you with questions you may have about your mobile device, including accessing downloadable eBooks and audiobooks. Bring your device and your questions!

Registration is required.

See our calendar to browse all upcoming events.

What to Read Next

Native American Fiction

Check the #WhatToRead tab in our library catalog for staff-recommended adult fiction titles in celebration of Native American Heritage Month.

See list.

For Kids

Family Games Day

Sunday, Nov. 7, 10 am-5pm
Spanish Springs Library

Bring your family and friends and try out popular games such as Scrabble, Monopoly, Wheel of Fortune, Sequence, chess, checkers and more. All ages and abilities welcome.

To encourage safe distancing, Washoe County Library System is requiring registration for all library events.

For Students, Families, and Educators

Getting Started with Homeschooling

Washoe County Library System is here to support your homeschooling journey. Your library offers free access to online tutors, downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, and more!

We also offer event opportunities that focus on art, culture, STEAM, and educational enrichment. Explore instructional materials and insights for the children's and teen books that you're reading with Book Connections.

Learn more.

News & Announcements

Friends of Washoe County Library
Book Sale: Nov 12-21

It's time for another Friends of Washoe County Library book sale. As always, the sale will be held inside the Reno Town Mall, next-door to the Sierra View Library. There will be a large selection of books, DVDs, and CDs 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.

Learn more.

Holiday Closure

All Washoe County Libraries will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 11 for Veterans Day. Book drops and online services will remain available.

See all hours and closures.

Northwest Reno Library

Closed for Renovations

Washoe County Library System is making planned renovations to the public spaces at the Northwest Reno Library. The building is now closed, but the drive-up window and book drop will continue to be accessible through Friday, Nov. 5. The branch will fully close on Saturday, Nov. 6 with an anticipated reopening planned for Jan. 2022.

If you have items on hold with this branch as your pickup location, please visit our online catalog to choose an alternate location.

Mask Requirement

In alignment with updated CDC guidelines and the emergency order issued by the State of Nevada, masks are required at all library locations for everyone two years of age or older.

We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our libraries open.

Learn more.

For information on COVID-19 in Washoe County, please visit the
Washoe County Health District at www.washoecounty.us/health

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