21 Jul, 2024
People love downloading and reading eBooks and audiobooks through the library! So much so, you might have to wait for more popular titles. So, while you wait, check out these…
We have updated our Teen STEAM Kit: Raspberry Pi! This kit comes with the Raspberry Pi 5, 128 GB micro SD card and reader, and USB-C cord. Use this kit…
Different books | Matching looks Got the summer blues? Need an immune boost or emotional pick me up? Hang tight – because today we’ve got some vibrant, juicy, vitamin-rich finds!…
We are reading Life’s Edge: The Search for What It Means to Be Alive by Carl Zimmer for the July Brown Bag Book Club, which meets on Thursday, July 25…
Mystery Book Club’s pick for July is What Happened to the Bennetts by Lisa Scottoline. Please join us for our discussion on Thursday, July 18 at 7 p.m. at Davis…

Grab a Graphic Novel: Science Fiction and Fantasy

We’re highlighting our graphic novel collection by exploring tried-and-true cartoon classics, as well as fresh-off-the-press new releases. Pick up a graphic novel today! Our Grab a Graphic Novel blog series presents our latest reads from the aforementioned collection. Available at all five libraries, the collection encompasses comics, manga and, of course, graphic novels — anything that uses […]

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Acrylic Painting Starter Kit

Learn fundamental skills for acrylic painting 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 gathers a collection of resources to get you started painting color into your life. Explore […]

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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 […]

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Summer English Language Learning Opportunities

Would you like to improve your English language skills? Join us this summer for special English language programming at Plano Public Library. English as a Second Language classes meet on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-8:30 p.m. at Harrington and Parr Libraries. Learn to speak, read and write in English. The free classes start on May […]

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Have you Heard? Adventure Stories

Go on an action-packed adventure this spring and summer by checking out these adventure stories, including fiction and nonfiction, from the Plano Public Library. Below you’ll find 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.

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Exploring Environmental Careers

Did you know that jobs in the environmental field, or green careers, represent one of the fastest-growing segments of employment? Are you curious about potential opportunities for both degreed and non-degreed job seekers? Tune in to learn what opportunities are available for “green-collared” workers!  Green careers can include a wide range of specializations, from air […]

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What Are You Reading Now? Episode 41

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.  […]

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