26 Aug, 2024
Explore the turbulent life and times of Abraham Lincoln. Take a perilous journey across borders with a young migrant. Join the thrilling hunt for a serial killer in New Zealand.…
It’s playtime at the library with these plays and scripts. Below is just a handful of options from Plano Public Library’s collection, visit a library location or browse the catalog…
DARE to PAIR  Welcome to PPL Pairings, the side of the blog where unexpected combinations can span from delightful to deranged – you be the judge!   Below is a…
Just as books employ a variety of tactics for attracting a reader, so too, do readers have many strategies for selecting the perfect title. Cunning readers make their selection before…
DARE to PAIR Welcome to PPL Pairings, the side of the blog where unexpected combinations can span from delightful to deranged – you be the judge! Below are some helpful…

Tried & True and New: Picture Books

Our storytime experts are bringing you reviews of the latest from our Easy collection (or picture books) as well as some of their favorites used during storytime. We have thousands of picture books at each library, so this is just a small introduction to the collection. See all of our Tried & True and New reviews […]

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Plano Library Speaks Podcast: Parent Café with LaVonda Howell of United Way

https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks26.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download In this episode Library Development Coordinator Kristin Linscott and Bob speak with LaVonda Howell of United Way of Metropolitan Dallas about the upcoming Parent Café events in the library! You can find additional information on Parent Café on the Be Strong Families website.

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What Are You Reading Now? Episode 58

Check out what our WAYRN book club attendees are reading this month. What Are You Reading Now? is a monthly book club that focuses on talking about whatever book you are currently reading. The book club meets in-person at Haggard Library and via Zoom, for a hybrid experience. If you want to join on Zoom, register here. The next meeting […]

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Fun Reads for Fall Holidays

It’s finally fall! All around the world, families celebrate in different ways. Picture books are a great way to introduce your little one to cultures and celebrations in your community and around the world. Our Easy Holiday collection brings together picture books about different holidays and celebrations. These books are shelved as a separate collection, […]

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Plano Reads: October Book Clubs

Fall into a good book this October. From historical fiction to a suspenseful thriller and a classic whodunnit from the Queen of Crime, our October book club picks have something for everyone. Choose from one of these selections or come and share your own recent reads. Check out (or download) this month’s picks and get […]

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Tried & True and New: Picture Books

Our storytime experts are bringing you reviews of the latest from our Easy collection (or picture books) as well as some of their favorites used during storytime. We have thousands of picture books at each library, so this is just a small introduction to the collection. See all of our Tried & True and New reviews […]

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Parenting Conversations: Feelings & Cooperation

The first Parenting Conversations virtual session met on Wednesday, September 6. The University of Texas at Dallas Center for Children and Families facilitated a conversation with parents about concepts from How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk by Adele Faber. You can find this book in print and digital […]

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Getting Started: Gale Business – Entrepreneurship

Gale Business: Entrepreneurship is a reference database for all aspects of running a business. It includes start-up plans, budgeting aids, employee management ideas, marketing case studies, and more. With your Plano Public Library card, you have access to this amazing resource! You can get the basics in this blog post, and learn more during our […]

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