October 2021
Get to Know: Carina McLellan
Carina is a Library Technician at Plano Public Library, working from Library Technical Services. Check out our interview with Carina to learn more about what she does at the library, her favorite way to use library resources, and meet her host puppet! The video is in Swedish and captions in English. Med ett biblioteks kort […]
Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Our storytime experts are bringing you reviews of the latest from our Easy collection (or picture books) as well as some of their favorites used during storytime. We have thousands of picture books at each library, so this is just a small introduction to the collection. See all of our Tried & True and New […]
Plano Learns: Personal Finance
We at the library want to steer you to the best websites for your money research, but we also know there can be lots of questionable information out there. That’s why we are pleased when a respected publication gives us help that we can turn around and share with you. A recent article in Library […]
Getting Started Guide: The Wall Street Journal
It’s hard to keep up with the latest in the world of business. There is so much going on and it’s hard to know where to start. You are in luck! We’ve expanded our online resources to now include The Wall Street Journal. Get access the latest articles, videos and podcasts through these steps.
Plano Reads: Selfie Book Talk, Episode #21
Your Plano Public Library staff are virtually recommending their favorite reads. Continue reading for a list of these titles, with additional read-alikes you can check out. See all Book Selfies posts here.
Plano Reads: Skeletons in our Closets
Do you enjoy a well-crafted thriller? Or perhaps you like something a little creepier? Explore these titles for readers of all ages, during the spookiest month of the year. Can you hear the rattling of all kinds of bones? Continue reading for our recommendations, including links to the item on our catalog and eLibrary.
Fall Reads: Non-Fiction
The beautiful transition from Summer to Fall can bring to mind a variety of topics. Whether it’s observing nature, getting cozy, or Halloween mysteries, PPL invites you to explore your favorite autumnal topics with books in our Non-Fiction collection! Check out our recommendations below and find a cozy reading spot at one of our five […]
Plano Reads: November Book Clubs
It’s almost the end of the year, which means that we’re wrapping up another round of Plano Public Library book club meetings. Check out our November book club meetings and selections. Some book clubs meet in-person only, some virtual only, and some hybrid, so be sure to check for registration information below.
Reel Reading: Horror
Do you enjoy a good binge-fest over books, tv series, or films? Join us to talk about all things binge-worthy in our new Reel Reading club for Teens. Come join us on Zoom on October 25th at 7 p.m. for a discussion on horror. Reel Reading is a teen-specific book, film and TV club meeting virtually […]
Celebrate Diwali
Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a major holiday celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs and Jains around the world to mark new beginnings and the triumph of good. You can celebrate Diwali with us through stories, by making diyas and toran, and henna on Sunday, October 24 from 2-3:30 pm at Schimelpfenig Library. This program is ticketed, so […]