2023
2023 Texas 2×2 Reading List
Check out the 2023 Texas 2×2 reading list, developed by the Texas Library Association to encourage voluntary reading for children aged two to grade two.
Plano Reads: Five Decembers
For March’s meeting of the Mystery Book Club, we are reading Five Decembers by James Kestrel. Join us to discuss Five Decembers on Thursday, March 16 at 7pm at Davis Library and virtually through Zoom. If you would like to attend the meeting virtually, please register here.
Personal Safety & Security for Seniors
The first step to staying safe is being aware. Learn what to look for and how you can take precautions to protect yourself, your property, and your assets. Join us for this upcoming program, presented by the Plano Police Department and designed especially for seniors.
Plano Reads: Join Second Tuesday Book Club Members for Sara Nović’s ‘True Biz’ on March 14
Second Tuesday Book Club will meet in person from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, March 14, in the program room at Schimelpfenig Library to discuss the novel True Biz by Sara Nović. As usual, we will observe social distancing, but with face coverings optional. Please email Cathe Spencer at cathes@plano.gov if you have questions […]
Sculpt and Build at the Library!
You’re never too little to learn! Did you know that exploring with playdough, clay and other building materials is great for your child’s early learning and development? These activities strengthen the small muscles in our hands used for writing and building dexterity and control that help with everyday tasks like manipulating scissors or working zippers […]
Have You Heard About VOXBooks?
Give your tentative reader a little extra encouragement with new read-along books at Plano Public Library. VOX books allow your child to listen to a lively narrator while they read along. VOX books can be used with or without headphones for individual or group enjoyment.
Have you Heard? Life on Other Planets
Read some out of this world books with these recommendations of science fiction and real-life extraterrestrial science.
Explore Space with NASA and the Library: The Solar System
Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Les Murray for a series of programs on our solar system. SSAs volunteers are trained by NASA Scientists, Project Managers, and Astronauts on NASA programs and missions. This season Les is presenting two exciting all-ages programs. Each event is ticketed, and tickets are available 30 minutes prior to the events:
Library 101: Getting Started with Consumer Reports
Find reviews and advice before you make a purchase using Consumer reports. Walk into the library and check out the latest editions or browse through it online!
Plano Reads: Black History Month
Black History Month, also called African American History Month, has been observed in the United States since 1970. Here is a selection of nonfiction books for readers interested in exploring the remarkable accomplishments of Black Americans, past and present.