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1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Calling all caregivers and little readers! Can you and your child read 1,000 books before the first day of kindergarten? Plano Public Library participates in the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program, which encourages caregivers to read 1,000 books (or more) with their child before their first day of school. You can learn more about the […]
Resume and Interview Tools
There are many ways to build a stellar job-seeking resume, as well as interview for a job once the hiring team has seen what you have to offer. Guess what? The library can help you in both areas! With events from local professionals to resources available with your library card, you can move forward with […]
Adventure Gaming Club 101
Learn how to get into tabletop gaming with Plano Public Library! Join Plano Public Library for Adventure Gaming Club! This program will feature a series of Dungeons & Dragons adventures for teens grades 9-12. Pick a pre-made character and dive right into the game. No experience is necessary; learn the rules as you go. See […]
Accessing and Using 1950 Census Data
The 1950 US Census is coming soon for genealogists and family history researchers to use in finding their ancestors. However, when the files are released on April 1, 2022, they are not going to be indexed like you are used to searching online. You are going to need to do some preparation to be ready […]
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #5
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks5.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff about a variety of topics, including science Early Learning programs, the Genealogy Center and more. See our show notes below for details and links.
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #4
https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/planolibrary/PLSpeaks4.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download Welcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library! In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat with library staff about a variety of topics, from Babes in Arms storytime, business mentoring and more. See our show notes below for details and links. We […]
Get to Know: Stephanie Tamayo
Stephanie is a Library Services Representative at Plano Public Library, working from Davis Library. Check out our interview with Stephanie to learn more about what she does at the library and her favorite way to help the Plano community! I especially like helping out with our “Selfie Book Talk” video series. These are short videos […]
Plano Learns: Explore the Night Sky
Have you ever wondered what’s up in the sky? Join NASA Solar System Ambassador Les Murray at Parr Library on Monday, December 20 at 6 p.m. as he shares more about astronomy for all ages. Solar System Ambassadors are motivated volunteers trained by NASA scientist, project managers and astronauts on NASA programs and missions. Les will […]
Winter Break Programs
Are you looking for things to do during your time off? Plano Public Library has programs the whole family can enjoy during the winter break. You can see all library programs on our downloadable PDF on our website or pick up printed copies at any of our locations. Plano Public Library will be closed Thursday […]
December Early Learning Programs
You’re never too little to learn! From babies to preschoolers, Plano Public Library offers a variety of early learning programs designed to help caregivers and children interact, learn and grow together. Join us in December as we host several early learning programs. For ticketed programs, please visit the desk 30 minutes prior to the program to guarantee […]