#ArchivesOnMyStreet
Plano has grown tremendously since it was founded in the 1800s. Starting as a small community of farmers, Plano has grown to a city of almost 300,000 people. As part of this month’s #ArchivesHashtagParty, we’re comparing photos of the same location during Plano’s past and present. Do you recognize these #ArchivesOnMyStreet locations? J.W. Shepard Mule […]
Plano Reads: May Book Clubs
Spring has sprung! It’s time to stop and smell the flowers…and read a good book. Check out our Plano Public Library Book Club picks for May. Choose a book, take it outside and enjoy the sunshine. Then join us online or in person to share your thoughts and converse with fellow book lovers.
Teen Street Team Recommends: Kanopy
Kanopy is a video streaming service available with your Plano Public Library card. Kanopy Quick Facts: Kanopy can be used on mobile devices and smart TVs View up to five videos a month, as well as a number of credit-free viewing options Find a wide selection of Great Courses Kids have unlimited access to other educational […]
Plano Reads: Second Tuesday Book Club Will Discuss Rumaan Alam’s “Leave the World Behind” on April 12
Second Tuesday Book Club will meet in-person from 7 to 8:15 p.m. on Tuesday, April 12, in the program room at Schimelpfenig Library, for our discussion of Rumaan Alam’s recent novel Leave the World Behind. We will observe careful social distancing, with face coverings recommended. Please email Cathe Spencer at cathes@plano.gov or call 972-769-4200if you […]
Cook the Book: Cultural Cuisines – India
Get ready to travel the world without leaving your kitchen! This April, join Plano Public Library for Cook the Book as we explore the cultural cuisines of India. Cook the Book is monthly food meeting of the stomachs with Plano Public Library. Each month has a theme, and for April we’re celebrating India! Once you […]
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #7
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks7_2.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 Financial Literacy Month and how you can boost your financial capability, STEAM programs and exhibits, and our monthly Memory […]
Financial Wellness for Couples and Families
Here at Plano Library Learns, we talk about financial literacy a lot. It’s an important part of our lives, and it can affect our relationships with partners, as well as our children’s relationship with money. So this week, we’re highlighting resources specifically for promoting financial wellness for couples and families. Incidentally, there’s a course on […]
Accessing and Using 1950 Census Data
The 1950 US Census is coming soon for genealogists and family history researchers to use in finding their ancestors. However, when the files are released on April 1, 2022, they are not going to be indexed like you are used to searching online. You are going to need to do some preparation to be ready […]
Teen Street Team Recommends: Libby
Have you tried an eBook? How about listening to an eAudiobook while you jog or cook? Get access to thousands of books and magazines (for free!) on your smart device through the Libby app, using your Plano Public Library card. Libby Quick Facts Ages: Kindergarten through adults Requires: Plano Public Library card and internet access (to download) […]
Selfie Book Talk, Episode #26
Your Plano Public Library staff are virtually recommending their favorite reads. Below is the list of these titles, with additional read-alikes you can check out. See all Book Selfies posts here.