Adult

Modern three-dimensional printing technology is being used to manufacture useful and custom objects in industry, medicine, and science. However, this technology can also be used to create beautiful works of art. The Douglas County Public Library hosts a free 3D Pen Art program throughout the year for participants to learn how to draw and create with 3D printing pens.

Dates and times vary. Please refer to our Calendar for future sessions.  Registration is not required. Children are allowed to participate if they are accompanied by an adult.

The library will provide 3D pens, plastic filament, tutorials, and templates.
The 3D Pen Art Program is sponsored by The Friends of the Douglas County Public Library.

Crafts scheduled:

Come to the Minden Library to learn the language of Japan from a member of staff who lived and taught in Japan for nine years. At each session, we learn about Japanese culture and practice conversational and writing skills at the beginner level. Previous knowledge of the language is not necessary to participate and all ages are welcome!

The Japanese Club meets on the second and third Thursday of every month from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. 
Check out a quick video about Japanese Club on our TikTok page here. 

The Minden Library hosts a Knit & Crochet Club for adults of all skill levels. This includes those who have never tried before! If you're interested in learning, we'd love to have you join us.
Light refreshments and snacks with an assortment of yarn, needles, and a simple pattern will be provided. Feel free to bring your own supplies and projects!  

Please check our Calendar for dates and times!

The Douglas County Public Library hosts a monthly book group for adults on the 2^nd Wednesday of every month. The Second Wednesday Book Group meets from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in the Minden Library Meeting Room. Participants may also join via Zoom. Titles are a mix of non-fiction and fiction, with at least one classic title selected during the course of the year. The Second Wednesday Book Group is sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library.

Upcoming meeting dates and titles:

January 11^th                 Women in White Coats by Olivia Campbell

February 22^nd                 The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel

March 22^nd                  Miracle Country by Kendra Atleework

April 12^th                       The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin

May 10^th                        American Sherlock by Kate Winkler Dawson

June 14^th                        The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Heather Morris

Dates and times will be posted on our calendar when and if this program is occurring in the fall. 

While much of the appeal of paranormal investigations lies in the active investigation itself, a rigorous investigation involves developing research skills, a knowledge of local and state history, an understanding of the science behind investigation equipment, and technical and creative writing skills.

The Douglas County Public Library in Minden will be participating in NaNoWriMo this November. NaNoWriMo, or National Novel Writing Month, is a worldwide challenge to write 50,000 words in November. Join us at the Library to get your first draft written!

We will have a Kickoff Party & Plotting session on Wednesday, October 25^th from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Learn more about NaNoWriMo, meet fellow writers, and enjoy light refreshments. Staff will be present to provide assistance registering on the NaNoWriMo website. There will also be simple brainstorming and plotting exercises to help you get ready for the upcoming month of writing.

We will also have Write-Ins at the Library. The dates and times for those are:

Tuesday, November 7^th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Friday, November 17^th from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m.

Tuesday, November 21^st from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, November 25^th from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Thursday, November 30^th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Participants who attend write-ins can work on their stories in the company of other writers and participate in optional activities to increase their word count. Bring your preferred writing materials, but we will have supplies on hand, as well!

Welcome to our first acting club for adults. If you’re interested in acting, come Act Your Stage at the Zephyr Cove Library. Whether you want to practice acting for fun, for friends, or to prep for your audition, this club will help you enhance your craft! The club meets on the first Wednesday of every month from 5:30-6:45 p.m. starting February 1^st.

Irene leads Act your Stage, and has worked on film projects as small as short films and as large as studio productions. A Jane of all trades- she has enough knowledge of every department to spark the imagination, creativity, and interest of acting for adults.

Earlier this year, the Zephyr Cove Library received grant funds for a self-service center for printing, scanning, and copying. Funds for this project were provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records.

The self-service center is perfect for remote workers, families who are homeschooling their children, and everyone else who needs to print, scan, or make copies. In addition to the self-service center, the library offers a drop-in session for Basic Resume and Job Help on the third Wednesday of every month from 3:30 – 6:30 p.m. through December 20th, 2023. 

Starting in January 2024, this service will be available by appointment during the following times:

Tuesdays: 1:30-4:30
Wednesdays: 12:30-6:30
Thursdays: 1:30-4:30
Fridays: 10:00-12:30

Vanna Bells, Library Supervisor, has ten years’ experience assisting people with resumes, job applications, and teaching basic computer skills. If you have any questions, feel free to call the Zephyr Cove Library at 775-588-6411.

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The Zephyr Cove Library is proud to host Book Trailblazers, an outdoor, adventure, science and nature themed book club meeting the 3rd Friday of every month at 2:00 p.m.
Book Trailblazers will move to the 4th Friday of every month starting January, 2024.

EBooks and eAudiobooks also available on Libby, but each month's books will be available at the Zephyr Cove Library.

The group will meet for a community walk at the library at 2:00pm, returning at 2:30pm to discuss the book. You are welcome to join us for just the walk, just the book club or both!  Please come dressed for the outdoor walk and don’t forget your snow shoes if it is snowy!

On the first Tuesday of every month from 10-11:30am, and the third Thursday of every month from 3-4:30pm, the Zephyr Cove Library hosts a Knit & Crochet Club for adults of all skill levels. Light refreshments and snacks with an assortment of yarn, needles, and a simple pattern will be provided.
Feel free to bring your own supplies and projects!  

The Zephyr Cove Library is happy to announce Tea Party at 2:30pm on the third Tuesday for adults. Light refreshments will be served as we chat, play games, work on puzzles, and more. Feel free to drop in and make new friends at the library!  We recommend interested adults RSVP in advance; please email [email protected] or call 775-588-6411.

Dates and times may vary throughout the year.  Please refer to our Calendar!

Starting Friday, December 15, 2023:

VR Lab at the Zephyr Cove Library
Experience Virtual Reality with Oculus Rift Fridays from 2:30 - 4:30 at the Zephyr Cove Library

Reservations required, parental permission forms are available at the library for individuals under 18 years of age.

Check back later in 2023 for info on future Adult Board Game Nights!

Please give us a call at 775-588-6411 or email us at [email protected] to let us know if you’re interested in future board game nights or afternoons.