Teens
Teen Street Team Reads: Throwbacks
Plano Library is taking a trip Back to the 90s from 3-4 pm on November 19 at Haggard Library. To celebrate this all-ages program, here are some diverse young adult books from the 80s and 90s that show how certain themes stand the test of time. Which books would you add to this list? The Not-So-Star-Spangled […]
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 […]
Teen Street Team Reads: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Members of the Teen Street Team share their book recommendations. This month, our guest blogger gives a review of the Hunger Games prequel, A Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. Teen Street Team member Shreya is our guest blogger for this month and tells us about The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes. The Ballad of Songbirds […]
Summer Scares for Young Adults
Do you love Halloween? Are you tired of waiting all year for the spooky season? Have no fear, for the Horror Writers Association has you covered! HWA (in partnership with United for Libraries, Book Riot, and Booklist) offers Summer Scares, a booklist of horror recommendations for all ages. Plano Public Library gives you access to […]
Reel Reading: Graphic Novels
Hello, fellow graphic novel enthusiasts! This month’s Reel Reading meeting is on Monday, June 27 from 7-8p.m. at Haggard Library. This month’s meeting will be extra special, not only because the genre is graphic novels, but it’s also the very first in-person Reel Reading meeting! Teen Street Team member Huda is our guest blogger for […]
Memoir Writing Starter Kit
Everyone has a story. Share yours by using 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 is all about writing your memoir. Recording your life story is a creative exercise […]
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #9
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks9.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 the Youth Entrepreneurship Academy, our Family Place Library designation and LinkedIn classes from the library. In the Learning […]
Technology Classes this June
Whether you’re looking to get started on 3D modeling or boost your photo editing skills, Plano Public Library has a class for you. Events at the library are free and do not require a library card. Virtual programs are recorded and posted on the library’s YouTube channel, so subscribe to be the first to know […]
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 […]
Teen Street Team Recommends: LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library is a skill-building and test preparation resource available from Plano Public Library. You have access to comprehensive educational resources, including 1,000 interactive tutorials, practice exams for school and career, articles and eBooks. Resources range from basic skills mastery to academic success to job preparation and career advancement. LearningExpress Library Quick Facts: Online practice […]