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Eclipse Ahead!
This is a guest post from Les Murray, a NASA Solar System Ambassador (SSA). For most of human history eclipses have been a source of wonder, fear and seen as signs from the gods. The earliest record of an eclipse can be seen in a stone petroglyph which was carved in 3340 BCE in County […]
Learn About Wind Energy at PPL
Harness the Wind: Clean Energy meets on Tuesday, February 20 at 2 pm at Haggard Library. This is for all ages. During this workshop, you will learn about how wind can be a source of energy and about clean energy production for the future. Enjoy hands-on activities to practice problem-solving and creativity. The Wind Energy […]
Just In: New Money STEAM Kits
STEAM Kits include learning components for science, technology, engineering, arts and math to support STEAM-based learning. STEAM Kits offer our community a way to learn about a new subject through hands-on activities, books and DVDs. We are constantly evaluating our kits and adding to the collection – we have 90 kits! We have kits available […]
Eclipse Ahead! and more
Eclipses are cool, even if the sun is about 10,000 degrees Fahrenheit – and this October is your chance to see one! According to NASA, a solar eclipse will be visible on October 14 over North, Central and South America. As excited as we at PPL are to see this out-of-this-world event, looking directly at […]
Eight Technology Classes Happening in September
With a new season, comes a new collection of classes! We will recap the technology events coming up at the library (and virtually) this September, but be sure to check the Engage brochure and/or online calendar for our schedule through December. As a reminder: all library classes are free, though some require registration or tickets […]
Exploring Jupiter’s Icy Moon with a NASA Ambassador
Is there potential for life on Europa, Jupiter’s moon? Join us to learn about NASA’s mission to find out. Exploring Jupiter’s Icy MoonDavis LibrarySaturday, April 22 at 3pm Launching in 2024, Europa Clipper will conduct a detailed reconnaissance of Jupiter’s moon Europa and investigate whether the icy moon could have conditions suitable for life. NASA […]
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:
Explore and Protect Your Environment
Join us in January to learn more about the local environment and wildlife and what you can do to help keep Plano green. The City of Plano Sustainability and Environmental Education Division (SEED) will present the following programs: Who’s a Plano Waste Ace?Schimelpfenig LibraryThursday, January 19 at 6:30 p.m. Are your family members super recyclers? […]
November Technology Classes
You can expect a variety of technology classes throughout the year at Plano Public Library. Whether you’re looking to get started on 3D modeling or boost your digital skills, we have a class for you. Events at the library are free and do not require a library card. Virtual programs are recorded and posted on […]
Coding Starter Kit
Learn to code with materials, resources, and programming from Plano Public Library. Plano Public Library offers everything you need to learn a new skill, develop a new hobby, and pursue a new career. This month’s Starter Kit focuses on tools to begin exploring the vast world of code. Have you ever thought about coding your own […]