2021
Library 101: Check out our eLibrary!
With the holidays coming up, whether you’re planning a road trip or a nice stay-cation, Plano Public Library has resources to make your holidays more enjoyable, even if you don’t have time to visit your local branch!
Plano Reads: Join Second Tuesday Book Club for ‘The Overstory’ on November 9
Second Tuesday Book Club will meet in-person from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, November 9, in the program room at Schimelpfenig Library, for our last meeting of this year. During this in-person meeting, we will observe careful social distancing, with face coverings recommended. Please email Cathe Spencer at cathes@plano.gov if you have questions or […]
Plano Writes: Finding Your Voice
November is National Novel Writing Month! Embark on a literary journey of self-discovery with Plano Public Library. Join us at Schimelpfenig Library for The Write Workshop on Saturdays throughout November 2021 for ideas and inspiration. Presented by a published author, these four workshops will help you improve your story by creating well-rounded characters and putting […]
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #2
https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/planolibrary/PLSpeaks2.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this second episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff about a variety of topics, from nursery rhymes to art exhibits and more. See our show notes below for details and links. In […]
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.