In partnership with #WashoeCounty, the #SparksLibrary is upgrading its landscaping! Please pardon our dust while we prepare for new native plants and functional spaces. This work will temporarily affect vehicular access to the north and south of the library. Thanks, and stay tuned for updates!

Ahoy, mateys! Set sail for an afternoon of creativity and adventure at the #SparksLibrary on Tuesday, October 6 at 1 pm! Families with children ages 5+ can build their very own cardboard pirate ship and enjoy a special showing of "Muppet Treasure Island!" For more info: washoelibrary.org/carboard.

Stop by for the grand finale of our month-long coloring series at the #SparksLibrary on Thursday, July 30, at 4:30 pm. Inspired Coloring features beautiful classical music and a relaxing space to spark creativity, focus, and calm. All ages are welcome! For more info: washoelibrary.org/coloring.

Create your own tiny artwork to show off at the #SparksLibrary on Wednesday, September 9 at 4 pm. Materials will be provided for a mixed media creation. Artwork will be showcased in the Tiny Art Show at the #SparksLibrary in October. For more info: washoelibrary.org/tinyart.

Butterflies, bees, bats, and birds! Oh, my! Celebrate pollinators with PBS Reno Curiosity Classroom at the #SparksLibrary every Tuesday in June at 1 pm. For more information and to register: washoelibrary.org/pbsreno.

Mahjong popularity has surged! Need to learn? Want to play? Chinese Mahjong is now at the #SparksLibrary beginning September 8 on the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month at 10 am. Space is limited so registration is encouraged. For more info: washoelibrary.org/mahjong.

Need to relax and escape from stress? We have some relief for you! Every Thursday in July at 4:30 pm, the #SparksLibrary 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.

Looking for some scares? Take a walk through the Haunted Library! Visit the #SparksLibrary between 4 and 6 pm on Wednesday, October 29. The family-friendly frights are guaranteed to get you in the Halloween spirit. Join us ... if you dare!

Back-to-School Fun at the #SparksLibrary! We are excited to celebrate the start of a new school year! Stop by and check out our Back-to-School book display, or ask our friendly library staff for book recommendations to help your child start the school year off right.

#NorthernNevadaLegalAid will present a Tenants’ Rights Seminar in Spanish at the #SparksLibrary on September 17 at 6 pm.

Northern Nevada Legal Aid presentará un seminario sobre los derechos de los Inquilinos en español a la Sparks Library el 17 de septiembre a las 6 pm. washoelibrary.org/housing.

Leave the garlic at home and grab a seat at the #SparksLibrary for our Fanged Film Fest. Four weeks, four vampire films to send shivers up your spine. Films will show every Sunday from September 20 through October 11 at 2 pm. For more info: washoelibrary.org/fanged.

Las clases básicas de informática para hispanohablantes regresan a la #SparksLibrary todos los miércoles y sabados de agosto. Para más información: <a href="http://washoelibrary.org/compuradora" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">washoelibrary.org/compuradora.

Basic computer classes for Spanish speakers return to the #SparksLibrary in August: washoelibrary.org/compuradora.

#LibraryNews: The #SparksLibrary is temporarily closed due to a facilities issue. At this time we do not have an estimate for when the library will reopen, but check for updates here and on the library website. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Enjoy a bilingual story and kid-friendly activities as you explore the #SparksLibrary. For hours: <a href="http://washoelibrary.org/locationsandhours" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-link="bsky">washoelibrary.org/locationsandhours.

Disfrute de una historia bilingüe y actividades aptas para niños mientras explora la #SparksLibrary. Horario de la biblioteca: washoelibrary.org/locationsandhours.

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

Calling all plant lovers! Join us for a plant swap at #SparksLibrary on Sunday, June 21 at 2 pm. Bring a healthy, well-rooted plant (or a few) and leave with a new plant friend to warm up your home and brighten your days. For more information: washoelibrary.org/plantswap.

Make some noise! The #RenoPhil presents Discover Stories in Sound at the #SparksLibrary on Wednesdays in June and August at 2 pm. Stories will come to life through music and engaging storytelling with a new theme every week. For more info: washoelibrary.org/renophil

#LibraryNEWS: Due to inclement weather, the Library Board of Trustees meeting scheduled for February 18 at the #SparksLibrary has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience. For more information about upcoming meetings, please visit washoelibrary.org/lbot.

Happy #ValentinesDay from all of us at Washoe County Library! Last week, patrons of all ages from across the region loved coming to the library for some Valentine's Day crafts. Check out these lovely creations from the #SparksLibrary, #DowntownRenoLibrary, and #NorthValleysLibrary. #LibraryCrafts

The Larry Wilson performance scheduled for February 1 at the #SouthValleysLibrary has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 29, and the performance scheduled for February 3 at the #SparksLibrary has been canceled. Visit washoelibrary.org/pcyp for more information.

Presented by @pioneercenter.bsky.social #GoldenEncore, the #RetroRadioDolls transport audiences back to the golden age of radio. Catch their show "Hits, Harmony and High Heels" at the #SparksLibrary on Thursday, January 8, at 5:30 pm. For more information, visit washoelibrary.org/goldenencore.

Presented by @pioneercenter.bsky.social Youth Programs, #RenoTaikoTsurunokai brings the art of Japanese taiko drumming to our libraries! Catch the group at the #SouthValleysLibrary on Sunday, January 4, at 2 pm, and at the #SparksLibrary on Saturday, January 17, at 2 pm. washoelibrary.org/pcyp.

#LibraryNews: Due to staffing shortages, the following Washoe County Library locations will be CLOSED on the specified dates:
#DowntownRenoLibrary — January 9 and January 16
#InclineVillageLibrary — Saturdays in January
#SparksLibrary — January 4
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#UPDATE: The #SparksLibrary will now be open on January 18. Stay tuned for further updates.

October has finally arrived, and that means #ThursdaysofTerror is back to haunt the #SparksLibrary all month long! We know Colin ain’t afraid of no ghost, but will he let one sneak in to watch a creepy movie this Thursday at 5 pm? washoelibrary.org/terrorthursdays www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVe_...