Last night we premiered a documentary about homelessness by SoSu Tv, first-person stories of trauma and hope... and home. The event included a robust discussion of 'what's next?' Read more about our homeless programs and why we wanted to tell this story: t.ly/KOZcL

Libraries get insight on how censorship, library access impacts teens turnto23.com/libraries-get-…

The Brooklyn Public Library and the Seattle Public Library have released a joint report, 'In Their Own Words: Youth Voices on Books Unbanned,' documenting responses from library patrons ages 13-26 who participated in the libraries' Books Unbanned program. pwne.ws/4aA95Yr

Next up in online #AuthorTalks : We cannot wait for you to join us as we chat with award-winning and bestselling author #XochitlGonzalez about her newest novel 'Anita de Monte Laughs Last,' on Wednesday, April 17, at 5 pm.

Register at washoelibrary.org/authortalks.

Explore our shelves and let the power of poetry ignite your child's imagination, creativity, and love for language this April in celebration of National Poetry Month. Find a list of poetry books for kids under the #WhatToRead tab: washoelibrary.org/3ZCns8m

In celebration of the release of 'The Secret Lives of Booksellers & Librarians,' bestselling author James Patterson is honoring American Bookseller Association and American Library Association members with bonuses.
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#NationalLibraryWeek

Hundreds of beautiful, blue pinwheels have been planted at Greater Nevada Field. Thank you to all our partners who came out today! NCJFCJ Aces Communications Washoe Sheriff Washoe County DA #ChildAbusePreventionAwareness

Today’s “Library on the Go” destination: The Gerlach Library. It’s #LibraryOutreachDay , and Library Director Jeff Scott brought the new bookmobile out to meet the WashoeLibraryFriends during a visit to the Gerlach branch. Washoe County Library loves bringing library services to the community!

OPINION:
'This process recently cost taxpayers and this community approximately $5,000 in salaries and time for one book challenge.'

Book banning takes a fiscal and moral toll on our schools
By Nichole Beer

thenevadaindependent.com/article/opinio…

It's #NationalLibraryWorkersDay , a time to recognize #library staff for their contributions in transforming lives & communities. 📚 Consider supporting your #library & those who make it a welcoming place. 🤝

See ways you can support your library here: bit.ly/3wp8Vnp ❤️

Next up in online #AuthorTalks : Join us for a one-of-a-kind conversation with National Book Award-winner Colum McCann as he is joined by Diane Foley, the inspiration behind the heartrending book #AmericanMother , on April 9, at 11 am. To register, visit washoelibrary.org/authortalks.

April 9 is #NationalLibraryWorkersDay . To show appreciation for library workers and the work they do throughout the year, library users are invited to submit at star by providing a testimonial about a favorite library employee at ala-apa.org/nlwd. #NationalLibraryWeek

Don't miss the WashoeLibraryFriends spring #BookSale ! Catch the sale through April 14, from 10 am-4 pm inside the Reno Town Mall. Visit washoelibraryfriends.org to learn more about the Friends nonprofit and all that they do to support library services.

It's #NationalLibraryWeek ! Year-round, libraries provide space and support for their communities. Let's take this week to give an extra bit of thanks for our local libraries, what do you love about yours? 📚

There’s no better way to kick off #NationalLibraryWeek than with some library love from our favorite librarian Mychal! We caught up with him at the Public Library Association conference in Ohio last week. Mychal, you’re an honorary #WashoeReader ! Stop by for a visit any time.📚😻

To kick off #NationalLibraryWeek , ALA OIF released its annual #BannedBooksList . Find out which books were the most challenged in 2023 and help raise awareness about the freedom to read. bit.ly/ALA-Top10
#UniteAgainstBookBans

Listen to @kunrpublicradio 's 'On the Shelf' Monday at 6:42 am, 8:42 am, and 3:48 pm to hear Laurie sharing nonfiction titles by autistic authors. #WhatToRead

Austism Acceptance Month book list: washoelibrary.org/3TQumpQ
Past On the Shelf segments: catalog.washoecountylibrary.us/ots

Watch out NWS Reno, Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue is pretty good at this weather thing.

#FridayFun #springinNevada

Next week is #NationalLibraryWeek , and it kicks off Monday with #RightToReadDay . On Monday, April 8, encourage your networks to take action and raise their voices for the right to read. Get started: buff.ly/3PS5OeC UniteAgainstBookBans

Lights, camera, YA! Explore the universe of young adult literature brought to life on the silver screen! We've got the books that inspired the movies you love. Find a list under the #WhatToRead tab in our catalog: washoelibrary.org/4ameWjX