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Washoe County Library System Introduces New Instant Digital Library Card
Getting a Library card just got faster and easier.
Washoe County Library System Responds to COVID-19
All Washoe County Library System locations are closed until further notice.
Washoe County Library System Responds to COVID-19
All Washoe County Library System locations are closed until further notice.
Enjoy TEDx FREE…@ your library®
The Downtown Reno Library Will Live Stream TEDxUniversityofNevada, Saturday, February 29, 2020.
The 2020 Census is Here!
Complete Your Census at Your Local Library.
New York City's Warp Trio Performs At Several Libraries
See This Electrifying One-of-a-Kind Trio!
All Washoe County Libraries Closed Presidents' Day: Monday, Feb.17, 2020
North Valleys Library Is Also Closed On Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020.
Free Radon Programs Offered At Several Local Libraries
Learn About Radon in Washoe County.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed: Monday, January 20, 2020
Libraries Closed In Honor Of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Christmas Day: Dec. 25, 2019 and New Year's Day: Jan. 1, 2020
Washoe County Library System invites you to celebrate the season with us.
All Libraries Closed on Thanksgiving and Family Day Holidays
Closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29, 2019.
Washoe County Library System Seeks Community Support for Early Literacy
Give the Gift of Reading: Children's Early Literacy Fundraising Campaign
All Washoe County Libraries Closed In Honor of Veterans Day: November, 11, 2019
The North Valleys Library Is Also Closed on November 12, 2019.
Downtown Reno Library Closed: Tuesday, November 5, 2019
Closed For Required Maintenance Repairs.
Libraries Struggle With Rising Cost of E-Books
The Washoe County Library Director explains how recent changes in e-publishing are affecting libraries.
UNR Performing Art Series Presents: Take 3 on November 6, 2019
Downtown Reno Library Hosts Free UNR Performing Arts Program.
Food For Fines Is Back! November 1 - 30, 2019
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
Washoe County Library System Proudly Presents Spellbinders, Nov. 15 - 17, 2019
Featuring Masters of Magic!
Help Support National Friends of Libraries Week: October 20 - 26, 2019
Become a Member of Friends of Washoe County Library Today!
Washoe County Libraries Closed In Honor of Nevada Day
All Libraries Closed on Friday, October 25, 2019.
Northwest Reno Library Hosts African American History Events: October 2 and October 9
Learn More About African American History at These Informative Programs
Downtown Reno Library Closed: October 7 - 11, 2019
Closed For Construction Improvements.
Banned Books Week: Censorship Leaves Us In The Dark, September 22 - 28, 2019
Keep The Light On! Read A Banned Book!
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
Get Yours Today!
Incline Village Library Expands Open Hours
New Hours Go Into Effect on Tuesday, September 3, 2019.
Downtown Reno Library Closed: August 26 - 30, 2019
Closed For Construction Improvements.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed in Honor of Labor Day
All Libraries Closed Monday, September 2, 2019.
Washoe County Library System Receives National Recognition
Programming Awards Won for The QUAD: Makerspace and Kids Café: Free Summer Meals Program
Artown at the Library
As part of Artown 2019, Washoe County Libraries are proud to present these events in the month of July:
Drag Queen Story Hour: The Show Must Go On
Library Director Jeff Scott responds to feedback about the upcoming Drag Queen Story Hour at the Sparks Library.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed On Independence Day Holiday
All Washoe County Libraries Closed Thursday, July 4, 2019.
A Universe of Stories: Summer Reading Program 2019
Sign-ups begin Saturday, June 1!
Libraries Partner With Food Bank of Northern Nevada, June 10 - August 11, 2019
Providing Free Meals To Kids This Summer!
Library Board Approves New Convenient Hours
New Hours at the Duncan/Traner Community and Incline Village Libraries.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed in Honor of Memorial Day
All Libraries Closed Monday, May 27, 2019.
Open Recruitment Begins for Washoe County Library System's Board of Trustees
Applications accepted until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 31, 2019.
Washoe County Library System Hosts a Grand Reopening Celebration: May 17, 2019
Come and See the Downtown Reno Library's Newly Renovated Children's Section.
Washoe County Library System Holds Staff Development Day, May 16, 2019
Most Libraries Will Open At 2 p.m.
Downtown Reno Library Closed: May 2 - 4, 2019
Closed For Construction Improvements.
Enjoy a Special TED Session ... FREE @ your library®
The Downtown Reno Library Will Stream Session 3 of the TED2019 Conference: Thursday, April 25, 2019.
Downtown Reno Library Closed: April 13 - 16, 2019
Closed For Construction Improvements.
Celebrate National Library Week: April 7 – 13, 2019
Help the Washoe County Library System Celebrate the 2019 Theme: "Libraries = Strong Communities"
Spring Family Estate Planning Workshop Series Offered At Sierra View Library
Learn How to Take Charge of Your Own Money and Estate.
Food For Fines Is Back! April 1 - 30, 2019
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
Join The Reno 1868 FC Soccer Stars!
Sparks Library Hosts Special Soccer Themed Story Time, Thursday, March 28, 2019.
Downtown Reno Library to Remain Closed Through the Weekend
Closed For Construction Improvements.
Enjoy TEDx FREE…@ your library®
The Downtown Reno and Incline Village Libraries Will Live Stream TEDxUniversityofNevada, Saturday, February 23, 2019.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed Presidents' Day: Feb. 18, 2019
North Valleys Library Branch Also Closed on Tuesday, Feb. 19.
Building Your Family Tree With Washoe County Library
Series Begins February 6, 2019 at the South Valleys Library.
New Resource Offers Balanced Perspective on Current Events and Issues
Points of View Reference Center provides content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills.
Free Radon Programs Offered At Several Local Libraries
Learn About Radon in Washoe County.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Monday, January 21, 2019
Libraries Closed In Honor Of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.
Library Board of Trustees Approves More Convenient Hours
New hours at 4 library locations begin Monday, January 7, 2019.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on January 1, 2019
Wishing Everyone a Happy New Year!
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Christmas Day: Dec. 25
Washoe County Library invites you to help us celebrate the season with us.
Full STEAM Ahead: Winter Reading Program, Dec. 15 - Jan. 15
Kick Off Winter by Signing Up Today!
Washoe County Library System Holds Staff Development Day, Dec. 13
Most Libraries Will Open at 2 p.m.
Washoe County Library System Seeks Community Sponsors for Early Literacy
Give the Gift of Reading: Children’s Early Literacy Fundraising Campaign.
All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving and Family Day Holidays
Closed on Thursday, November 22 and Friday, November 23, 2018.
Food For Fines Is Back! November 1 - 30, 2018
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
All Libraries Closed In Honor Of Veterans Day Holiday: November 11 and 12, 2018
All Washoe County Libraries Will Be Closed In Honor Of The Veterans Day Holiday on Sunday, November 11 and Monday, November 12, 2018.
Explore Tech: Engineers Make a World of Difference
National Exhibit Coming to the Washoe County Library System – Northwest Reno Library: November 8, 2018 - January 11, 2019.
Help Support National Friends of Libraries Week: Oct. 21 - 27, 2018
Become a Member of Friends of Washoe County Library Today!
Washoe County Libraries Closed for Nevada Day Holiday
All libraries closed Friday, October 26; Downtown Reno and Spanish Springs Libraries also closed on Thursday, October 25, 2018.
Washoe County Library System Celebrates Teen Read Week, October 7 - 13, 2018
The 2018 theme, "It's Written in the Stars: READ!"
Fall Story Stroll Offered At Davis Creek Regional Park, September 22 - October 6
Hear an Original Story by Local Elementary Students in a Beautiful Outdoor Setting.
Sierra View Library Hosts Fall Family Estate Planning Series
Learn How to Take Charge of Your Own Money and Estate.
Banned Books Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read, September 23 - 29, 2018
Words Have Power! Read A Banned Book Today!
All Washoe County Libraries Closed On Labor Day Holiday: Monday, September 3, 2018
North Valleys Library is also closed on Tuesday, September 4, 2018.
Washoe County Library System Launches New Makerspace
The QUAD Makerspace opens August 19, 2018 at the Downtown Reno Library.
Enjoy Musical Sounds of Will Parker: July - August, 2018
Music for Kids Ages 1 - 100 at Your Library!
Washoe County Library System Offers Services Dedicated To Our Educators
New Educator Library Cards and Library System Open Houses Offered, July - September, 2018.
Libraries Partner With Food Bank of Northern Nevada, June 12 - August 5
Providing Free Meals To Kids This Summer!
Mad Science Traveling Laboratory Present: Sounds Like Science, June 25 - July 1
Get Tuned-In to Learning with Exciting Demonstrations and Experiments!
All Washoe County Libraries Closed For Independence Day Holiday
Closed on July 4, 2018
Celebrate Navy Week At Your Library!
See Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) Technicians or the Navy Band Southwest.
Downtown Reno Library Will Not Be Closed On Thursday, May 24.
Open For Regular Hours.
Libraries Rock: Summer Reading Program 2018
Sign-ups beginning today, May 15; Program begins June 1.
Open Recruitment Begins for Washoe County Library System’s Library Board of Trustees
Applications accepted until 5 p.m. on Friday, May 25, 2018.
Washoe County Library System Offers Spring Fixit Clinics
Have Something That’s Been Lying Around The House Broken? We Can Help!
Washoe County Library System Holds Staff Development Day, May 17.
Most Libraries Will Open at 2 p.m.
Candidate Forums Held At The Downtown Reno Library.
Speak Youth To Power! Forums Offered This May.
Washoe County Library System Launches Technology Survey
Community Input Requested Through the Month of April 2018.
New Idea Boxes Unveiled At The Spanish Springs Library, March 25
Fun, Interactive Idea Box Faire!
Food for Fines Is Back! April 1 - April 30, 2018
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
Job Opening For Librarian I
Job Alert - Librarian I - Open Competitive/Countywide Promotional Recruitment
Come See The Dog Pound Crew!
Touring Young B-Boying Dancers At This Exciting Free Program in March.
Want To Learn How To Become A DJ?
Join Us Every Wednesday In March At The Duncan/Traner Community Library!
Spring Family Estate Planning Workshop Series Offered At Sierra View Library
Learn How to Take Charge of Your Own Money and Estate.
Washoe County Libraries Closed For Presidents' Day Holiday, February 19.
North Valleys Library Branch Also Closed on Tuesday, February 20, 2018.
Enjoy TEDx FREE…@ your library®
The Downtown Reno Library Will Livestream TEDxUniversityofNevada, Saturday, January 27, 2018.
Historic Reno Preservation Society Presents Several Programs at Local Libraries
Learn about Reno history!
Free Radon Programs Offered At Several Local Libraries
Learn About Radon in Washoe County.
Washoe County Library System Strategic Plan, 2018-2020
Approved and Adopted by the Library Board of Trustees.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Monday, January 15
Libraries Closed In Honor Of Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on January 1, 2018
Wishing Everyone a Wonderful New Year!
Chill Out and Read: Winter Reading Program, Dec. 15 - Jan. 15
Kick Off Winter by Signing Up Today!
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Christmas Day, December 25, 2017
Washoe County Library invites you to help us celebrate the season with us.
Washoe County Library System Celebrates the Season!
Join us in December for several great holiday programs.
Washoe County Library Seeks Community Sponsors for Early Literacy
Give the Gift of Reading: Children’s Early Literacy Fundraising Campaign
All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving and Family Day Holidays
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Thursday, Nov. 23 and Friday, Nov. 24.
All Libraries Closed In Honor Of Veterans Day Holiday, November 10 - 11
All Washoe County Libraries Will Be Closed In Honor Of The Veterans Day Holiday on Friday, November 10, 2017 and Saturday, November 11, 2017.
Food for Fines Is Back! November 1 - November 30
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
Help Support National Friends of Libraries Week, October 15 – 21, 2017
Become a Member of Friends of Washoe County Library Today!
Washoe County Library System Offers Community Scanning Day, October 23, 2017
Celebrate Family History Month this October at the Sparks Library.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed In Observance of Nevada Day Holiday: Friday, October 27, 2017
Downtown Reno and Spanish Springs Libraries Closed on Thursday, October 26, 2017.
Washoe County Library System Hosts Adoption Programs: November 1 and 8, 2017
The Adoption Exchange Presents Two Adoption Training Classes.
Washoe County Library System Proudly Presents Spellbinders, Oct. 13 - 14
Featuring Masters of Magic!
All Washoe County Libraries Will Be Closed On October, 18, 2017.
Closed For Staff Professional Development Day.
Free Museum Passes with Washoe County Library System and Discover and GO!
Your ticket to worlds of adventure, learning and fun!
Washoe County Library System Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month
Story Salsa With Liz Mangual, September 26 - 30, 2017
Fall Financial Series Offered At Sierra View Library
Learn How to Take Charge of Your Own Money and Estate.
September is Library Card Sign-up Month
Get Yours Today!
Washoe County Library System Identifies Possible Traces of Bed Bugs
All Potential Materials Are Heat Treated For Elimination.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed On Labor Day, September 4, 2017.
North Valleys Library Is Also Closed on Tuesday, September 5, 2017.
Banned Books Week: Celebrating the Freedom to Read, September 24 - 30, 2017
Words Have Power. Read A Banned Book Today!
Duncan Traner Community Library Celebrates Milestone Anniversary and Returns to Normal Hours
Join Them at a Party on August 6!
All Washoe County Libraries are out of eclipse glasses!
Make Science Fun with the Great American Eclipse.
Library Night with the Reno Aces, August 21, 2017
One Lucky Young Reader Will Throw Out the First Pitch!
All Washoe County Libraries Closed On Independence Day Holiday
All Washoe County Libraries Closed Tuesday, July 4, 2017.
Mad Science Traveling Laboratory Present: Fire and Ice, July 10 - 16
Be Dazzled While Interacting With Mad Scientists.
Learn To Code At The Library!
Washoe County Library System Offers Fun Ways To Learn Computer Programming.
Washoe Reads: The Orphan Master’s Son, June 30 – September 14, 2017
Washoe County Library System Celebrates a Community-Wide Read!
The Biggest Little Bug Adventure with Nevada Bugs and Butterflies
Discover Nevada’s amazing arthropods during this hands-on summer long program.
The Amazing Little Old Man and the Search for the Bluebird of Happiness
Presented by Izzi Tooinsky at Various Library Locations in June.
Build a Better World: Summer Reading Program 2017
Kick off summer by signing up today!
Library Board of Trustees Approve New Convenient Hours
New Permanent Hours at the Verdi Community Library and Nature Center and Temporary Summer Hours at the Duncan/Traner Community Library.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed May 29 for Memorial Day
All Libraries Closed Monday, May 29, 2017; North Valleys Library Also Closed On Tuesday, May 30, 2017.
Build a Better World: Summer Reading Program 2017
Sign up beginning May 15; Program begins June 1.
Washoe County Library System Holds Staff Development Day, May 18
Most Libraries Will Open at 2 p.m.
In-Tune Tales Trio Perform at Downtown Reno Library, May 14
Traditional Folk Tales and Modern Storybook Classics Come Alive!
Libraries Celebrate Older Americans Month, May 2017
Free programs offered throughout the month.
Bruka's Theatre for Children Presents: Grimm VIII - The Bremen Town Musicians, May 24 - June 14
Join This Interactive and Amusing Program.
Great Basin Young Chautauqua May 13 - June 3
Come out and see these great performers at your library.
Entrepreneurs Need Data! April 24
Free Seminar on finding sales leads, marketing trends and more using free library resources.
PLARNit Project: Learn About Creative Ways to Reuse Plastic Grocery Bags
A fun hands on program focused on helping to save the environment.
See Magician Larry Wilson April 14 - June 10
Local Magician Returns With Mind-Blowing Magic Program.
Global Heat Present: Rhymes and Beats April 10 - April 15, 2017
Interactive hip hop performance with touring artists Global Heat.
Food for Fines Is Back! April 1 - April 30, 2017
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
Brain Awareness Events At Several Locations March 12-23
Are you aware of your brain? Here's a program for all you brainiacs!
Helene Berr: A Stolen Life - March 1 through April 30, 2017
Washoe County Library System is proud to host this traveling exhibit from Mémorial de la Shoah in Paris.
Library banned this book ... you won't believe what happened next!
With the explosion of Information sources on the internet, it is more important than ever to brush up on your media literacy skills.
Washoe County Library System Holds Staff Development Day
Most Libraries Will Open at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 16, 2017
All Washoe County Libraries Closed for Presidents' Day Holiday
All Libraries Closed Monday, February, 20, 2017; North Valleys Library Also Closed On Tuesday, February 21, 2017.
You Can't Eat Freedom: Struggles for Social Justice After the Civil Rights Movement
Join UNR Professor Greta de Jong at one of four free programs.
Friends of Washoe County Library Donate $125,000
Donation Acknowledged at the January 18, 2017 Library Board of Trustees Meeting.
North Valleys Library Open House - January 25, 2017
Please Join Us To Celebrate the Newly Renovated North Valleys Library.
Community Raises Over $20,000 for Early Literacy
The Inaugural Give the Gift of Reading Campaign is a Huge Success, raising needed funds for children's books.
Incline Village Library Closed Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Incline Village Library Branch will remain closed on Wednesday, January 11, 2017.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Holiday
All Libraries Closed Monday, January 16, 2017; North Valleys Library Also Closed On Tuesday, January 17, 2017.
Incline Village Library Will Remain Closed-Wednesday, January 11, 2017
Incline Village Library Branch will remain closed on Wednesday, January 11, 2017.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed Monday January 9
Due to flooding in the region, all Washoe County offices, including all libraries, will be closed on Monday, January 9. We anticipate all locations will resume regular hours on Tuesday.
Free Radon Programs Offered At Several Local Washoe County Libraries
January Is National Radon Action Month.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed in Observance of New Year Holiday
Closed on Sunday, January 1, 2017 and Monday, January 2, 2017.
Free Holiday Music Programs Offered at Several Washoe County Libraries
Come See The Grinch and the Erika Paul Trio.
All Washoe County Libraries Closed for Christmas Holiday
Closed on Sunday, December 25 and Monday, December 26.
Washoe County Library System Holds Staff Development Day
Most Libraries Will Open at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 15, 2016
New Hours Begin January 2 at 5 Locations
Overdue fines on most children’s materials also eliminated.
All Libraries Closed in Observance of Thanksgiving and Family Day Holidays
All Washoe County Libraries Closed on Thursday, Nov. 24 and Friday, Nov. 25.
Washoe County Library Charity of the Night: December 1, Reno Bighorns Game
Please Buy a Ticket and Help the Library Raise Funds for Early Literacy.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting Today - November 16, 2016
Saint Mary’s Health Network is donating $3,500 to the North Valleys Library Renovation Project.
Washoe County Library Seeks Community Sponsors for Early Literacy
Give the Gift of Reading: Children’s Early Literacy Fundraising Campaign
Galleries and Displays - November 2016
Visit Washoe County Library's Art Galleries this month.
Libraries Closed In Observance of Veterans Day
All Washoe County Libraries Closed in Observance of Veterans Day on Friday, November 11, 2016.
Food for Fines Is Back! November 1 – November 30
Help feed the hungry while you take care of your overdue fines.
The North Valleys Library is Getting a Makeover
Services at the library will be suspended November 15 - December 27 while the library undergoes renovations.
BodyVox and Amphion String Quartet performance of Cosmosis
Washoe County Library Hosts Performing Arts Series.
Library Director Presents Annual Report
The report was presented at a joint meeting of the Board of County Commissioners and Library Board of Trustees.
County Commissioners Approve Proclamation
Friends of Washoe County Library Recognized at the October 18, 2016 Board Meeting.
Libraries Closed In Observance of Nevada Day Holiday
All Washoe County Libraries Closed in Observance of Nevada Day on Friday, October 28, 2016.
What is Pokémon GO, and how does it work?
Imagine that, parallel to our own world, there is a world full of fantastical creatures. What would you do? Would you become their friend? Would you collect them? Would you train them to protect you and fight for you? You can do all that and more in Pokémon GO!
Washoe County Library System Hosts Julie Fowlis
Award Winning Gaelic Music Singer
Nevada Author of the 2016 NV Reads Book Grind
Washoe County Libraries host local author Mark Maynard.
Make it: Spooktacular Spellbook Craft
Did you miss the fun at the Sparks Library? Make your own spooktacular spellbook craft!
30 Reasons to Have a Library Card
September was Library Card Sign-Up Month. All month long, we shared ways your library card can improve your life - from saving you time and money, to surviving a zombie apocalypse.
North Valleys Library Undergoes Renovations.
Washoe County Library launches crowdfunding campaign.
Banned Books Week September 25 - October 1
Washoe County Library System Celebrates the Freedom to Read.
All Washoe County Library Branches Support Early Literacy Program
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten promotes reading to newborns, infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Galleries and Displays - September 2016
Visit Washoe County Library's Art Galleries this month.
R. Carlos Nakai: Native American Flute
Don't miss the world’s premier performer of the Native American flute at a free library performance.
Fall Hours at Duncan Traner Library to begin August 8
Now that school will be starting up, library will be open three afternoons a week.
Galleries and Displays - July 2016
Galleries and displays in Washoe County Library System for July, 2016.
*Update* OPEN @12:15 pm: Incline Village Library closed for the remainder of the day
This unplanned closure is due to a malfunctioning alarm. Toddler Time will still take place at 11:15 in the library's garden.
Books and Boards with Hubble Skateboards
Drop in to the library to check out this summer reading program with presentations throughout July.
Third Annual Reno Mini Maker Faire July 9th
Make, create, craft, DIY, recycle, build, think, play and be inspired by celebrating arts, crafts, engineering, food, music, science and technology.
Special Summer Hours for Duncan/Traner Community Library Starts June 13
Washoe County Library, City of Reno and Washoe County School District partner to open doors more hours.
Coding For Beginners Camp
Wondering what to do with the kids this summer? Build STEM skills at the library
Early June Special Library Programs
From authors and Summer Reading to STEM and STEAM programs, there is something for everyone.
Washoe County Library brings its Collection to Amazon
With a new browser extension, the library now comes to you.
Summer Reading Program Starts June 1 ... Signup Today!
On your mark, get set ... read!
Downtown Reno Library Turns 50
Some might say she doesn't look a day over 29!
