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.

The Douglas County Public Library hosts the Adult Crafters’ Club on the first Monday of every month from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Adults looking for a creative outlet are invited to come to the Minden library where we will have a fun arts and crafts project to try. Arts and crafts isn't just fun, it's also good for you! Artistic creation helps keep your mind sharp, reduces stress and anxiety, and is a fun way to meet new people. The library provides a welcoming environment to encourage adults to relax and explore their creative side with no skill requirements! All supplies are provided.

No reservations are required. Participants can drop by any time between 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.
Please note this program is intended for adults 18+. 

The Douglas County Public Library Knit & Crochet Club has expanded into the Fiber Arts Hangout!

Fiber Arts Hangout will meet at the Minden Library on the last Tuesday of every month from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. and at the Zephyr Cove Library every Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Fiber crafters of all skill levels may bring their projects and work alongside other local makers in a casual, non-structured environment. Examples of fiber arts are: knitting, crocheting, weaving, embroidery, cross stitching, hand sewing, and more.

Some materials will be available upon request, but you are encouraged to bring any supplies you might need for your projects. Please note this group is intended for adults. 
Fiber Arts Hangout is sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library. 

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 group meets from 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. in the Minden Library Meeting Room.

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. 

Calling all writers 18 years and up! The Minden Library welcomes you to join our Writing Group the first Tuesday of every month from 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. 

In this writing group, we will explore different styles of writing and develop our own voices through writing exercises, discussions, and workshops. Supplemental reading will be provided but is not required. Potential topics for discussion include, but are not limited to: world-building, plot twists, point of view, character voice, dialogue, suspense, mystery, mood, narrative structure, imagery, metaphor, genre-bending, creativity, writing practices, revision, publishing, literary magazine submissions, the writer’s life, and anything else that may arise. 
The emphasis is on process more than product.
Each meeting will feature approximately 30 minutes of discussion, followed by an optional workshop where you can give and receive feedback on short pieces of writing. If you would rather not share your writing, that’s ok! Join others in free writing, where you can work on your own projects in the company of other authors. 
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library.

Miss one of our discussions? Notes from our presentations will be updated to the link below. 

Looking for a resource we mentioned during a presentation? Or just looking for some good resources to help you with your writing? Check our master list of resources below. If you have any resources to share, please let us know so we can add them to our list! 


 

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!

Our Finale Celebration will be held on Saturday, December 2^nd from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to celebrate our participants’ hard work.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library.

The Douglas County Public Library Knit & Crochet Club has expanded into the Fiber Arts Hangout!

Fiber Arts Hangout will meet at the Zephyr Cove Library every Thursday from 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. and at the Minden Library on the last Tuesday of every month from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. 

Fiber crafters of all skill levels may bring their projects and work alongside other local makers in a casual, non-structured environment. Examples of fiber arts are: knitting, crocheting, weaving, embroidery, cross stitching, hand sewing, and more.

Some materials will be available upon request, but you are encouraged to bring any supplies you might need for your projects. Please note this group is intended for adults. 
Fiber Arts Hangout is sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library. 

Papercrafters, come to the Zephyr Cove Library where the meeting room will be transformed into a cove full of papercrafting supplies! Meet other scrapbookers, cardmakers, paper planners, and other paper enthusiasts for a day of fun. Swap supplies donated by the community or come donate your supplies to our cove! Bring your own snacks and projects, or come and learn something new or share your tips and tricks with our fellow crafters. Children may join as long as supervised by an adult.

Drop in anytime from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on December 10th.

Starting in January, 2025, the cove will be open from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Registration is required for crafters who want to spend the whole day. Email [email protected] or call 775-588-6411 to register.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Douglas County Public Library.