Washoe County Library

Abracadabra! The presents magician, Larry Wilson. Experience bewildering illusions and magic at the Sparks Library on Tuesday, June 23 at 11 am and the Sierra View Library on Saturday, June 27 at 1 pm. For info: washoelibrary.org/pcyp.

Need to relax and escape from stress? We have some relief for you! Every Thursday in July at 4:30 pm, the Sparks Library will be hosting Inspired Coloring. We will focus on classical music and coloring designed to inspire relaxation, focus, and creativity. For more info: washoelibrary.org/coloring.

Listen to KUNR Public Radio's On the Shelf Monday at 6:42 am, 8:42 am, 3:48 pm, and 9:20 pm to hear Rachel share some adult fiction featuring talking animals. Find more recommended titles under the tab in our library catalog: washoelibrary.org/4a2PwK9

Recordings of past On the Shelf segments can be found here: catalog.washoecountylibrary.us/ots

Washoe County Library branches have kicked off the Summer Reading Challenge! If you missed a kickoff event, no worries—there’s still plenty of time to join in. All summer long, we’ll be hosting activities, programs, and events for all ages. Sign up today and start your reading adventure! For more info and upcoming summer events: washoelibrary.org/summerreading.

Join us for Family Story Time at the South Valleys Library on Saturday, June 27 at 10:30 am. Bring the entire family for stories and fun activities. This event occurs every fourth Saturday of the month. For more information and to register: washoelibrary.org/familystorytime.

Our librarians picked a few favorite reads for Father's Day. Whether you're celebrating family, friends, or mentors, these are books worth sharing. Who will you share these stories with? Find the complete list under the tab in our catalog: bit.ly/4uyeNmJ

Lights, camera, action! Are you a teen interested in theater? The South Valleys Library is hosting a 3-day Acting Camp for Teens exploring different theatrical topics. This creative, safe environment is the perfect for all skill levels. Registration is required: washoelibrary.org/theater.

On Monday, June 8, the Downtown Reno Library hosted the reception for "Enough", a print exhibition curated by Laika Press that showcases a diverse range of printmaking techniques and subjects. Visitors also enjoyed a stamp rally and created their own artwork. "Enough" remains on display through June 26. For more info: washoelibrary.org/galleries.

Next up in online : Join us as we chat with Sana Javeri Kadri and Asha Loupy about "The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook," which celebrates beautiful, simple, and seasonal cooking with 85 recipes adapted from India and Sri Lanka’s best family spice farms, on Tuesday, June 23rd at 11 am via digital livestream in partnership with Washoe County Library.

Register and ask questions of the author here: washoelibrary.org/authortalks

Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts Youth Programs presents The Note-Ables! Join us at the Downtown Reno Library this Tuesday, June 16 at 2 pm to sing and clap along to age-appropriate popular songs while learning about basic concepts of disability, access, and inclusion. Audience members will have opportunities to ask band members questions about their lived experiences as people with disabilities. For more information, visit washoelibrary.org/pcyp.