Arts and Culture
Building a Reading Habit #7: Be Kind To Yourself
https://www.planolibrarylearns.org/blog/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Habit7Audiogram_mixdown.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThis is a simple tip. Your reading habit is for you to enjoy. It is not intended to be yet another stress-inducing element in your life. However, there will likely be days when even the smallest commitment of time or energy for reading is not possible. In such situations, […]
Global Explorers: Korea
Global Explorers is a new series of programs for the whole family to learn about countries, cultures and experiences found around the world. Next up is Korea, meeting on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 2pm at Davis Library. Continue reading to explore the library’s collection and learn about Korean food, culture and more. Travel Guides […]
Global Explorers: Brazil
Global Explorers is a new series of programs for the whole family to learn about countries, cultures and experiences found around the world. First up is Brazil, meeting on Sunday, June 9, 2024 from 2-3pm at Parr Library. Travel Guides and Experiences DK Eyewitness: Brazil (2023) PrintWhether you want to spot jaguars on the Paraguay […]
Plano Learns: Chess
Two of the newest programs this summer are Chess for Beginners and a monthly Chess Meet-Up! Both are for ages 13 and up. Chess for Beginners meets on Saturday, June 8 from 3-4:30pm at Davis Library. Learn about the basics and history of chess, then play a few beginner games. Although some chess sets will […]
Adapted Library – Summer Programs
Adapted Library supports neurodivergent access to library programs: adapted programs are sensory-friendly and targeted towards the needs of neurodivergent children, teens, adults and their families/caregivers. Neurodivergent includes autism spectrum disorder, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, Tourette’s and other developmental and learning disabilities. Registration is now open for Adapted Library programs. For more information and registration details, […]
The Latest in Cookbooks
Love to cook and explore recipes, or are you looking to start? Save time and money by checking out cookbooks from the library! Here are some of the latest we have added to the collection. Knife Drop: Creative Recipes Anyone Can Cook by Nick DiGiovanni Print Home-cooked food doesn’t have to be over-the-top, fussy, or […]
Teaching Books: A Hidden Gem
One of PPL’s hidden gems is the Teaching Books database. “Teaching Books” is only a portion of the wealth of resources for young readers and their teachers. Go In-Depth with Books On Teaching Books, you can hear exclusive interviews with popular authors, watch book trailers or read posts from authors about their process. Teachers and […]
Plano Learns: Quilting
The interest in quilting is back, and the books and guides are better than ever. Check out some of the latest books and resources we have added to the Plano Public Library collection to help you start (and finish!) a quilt.
Camping Tips and Tricks
We say we’re #MoreThanBooks, but we also have plenty of books to help you learn the ins and out of camping! Be prepared for your next adventure with Plano Public Library. This list includes non-fiction titles for everything you need to know as well as picture books to help your littlest ones experience camping through […]
#PPLArtPrompt: Cubism Art by Pablo Picasso
We’re getting really artsy this spring with an April Art initiative. Throughout April, we are hosting art workshops where you can contribute to the Library Blooms community art exhibit – see our event list at the bottom of this post. Sow your art creations and see the installation at Haggard Library May 3-4, 2024. To get […]