Plano Library Speaks Podcast: Tutor.com and other online resources for students
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIn this episode we speak with librarian Brittnee Emerine about the fantastic online resources for students, available for free through Plano Public Library. You can find Tutor.com, Learning Express Library, and GALE In Context, on our Research & Learn page, under the Academics tab! Study room reservations can be […]
What Are You Reading Now? Episode 57
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 […]
On Kanopy: Major Studios
Kanopy is a video streaming service, available through Plano Public Library. You can learn more about setting up your account and getting started on our Getting Started blog post. Many films from a variety of studios are available through Kanopy. A few you may know: A24, Arrow Films, BBC, The Criterion Collection, MGM and Warner […]
Summer Scares for Middle Grade
If you live for all things spooky, then never fear: the Horror Writers Association (HWA) has your back with a curated list of horror book recommendations for all ages. In partnership with United for Libraries, Book Riot, and Booklist, the HWA offers Summer Scares, promoting “horror as a great reading option for all ages and […]
Plano Reads: Who Is Maud Dixon?
For August’s meeting of the Mystery Book Club, we are reading Who is Maud Dixon? by Alexandra Andrews. Join us for some lively discussion on Thursday, August 17 at 7pm at Davis Library in the Hardy Room and virtually through Zoom. If you would like to attend the meeting virtually, please register here.
Have you Heard? Harrowing Journeys
Check out these audiobook recommendations from the Plano Public Library. This is just a sample of the audiobooks in our collection, and you can visit a library location for assistance in finding personalized recommendations.
Plano Reads: Second Tuesday Book Club Votes for 2024 Books
August is our voting month for next year’s Second Tuesday Book Club book list! Please join our group to vote for your preferred book titles, and to discuss Julie Otsuka’s award-winning novel The Swimmers, a great choice for the last month of summer. We will meet in person from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, […]
Plano Reads: Summer Foods, Best Eaten Outside…
Here are some great cookbooks to help you plan delightful summer meals, just right for the warmest months of the year.
August Technology Classes
Back-to-school season is coming up, and whether you’re in grade school or starting your own business, Plano Public Library is here for you. This August is a great time to start from the beginning with our Computer Basics series, or hone your Adobe skills with our Photoshop and Premiere Pro programs. This summer, take time […]
Plano Library Speaks Podcast: eBooks, Streaming Video, and other Digital Content for Summer!
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks24.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download In this episode librarian Aisha Mohammed joins us to discuss all the digital content available to library patrons via their mobile device or computer! Take the library with you on vacation! You can find the links on our web site, at https://www.plano.gov/873/eBooks-More