Have you Heard? Books About Music
Get movin’ and groovin’ with these audiobooks featuring music and musicians.
Plano Learns: Chess
Two of the newest programs this summer are Chess for Beginners and a monthly Chess Meet-Up! Both are for ages 13 and up. Chess for Beginners meets on Saturday, June 8 from 3-4:30pm at Davis Library. Learn about the basics and history of chess, then play a few beginner games. Although some chess sets will […]
Plano Library Speaks: Summer Reading 2024 with Maggie Fox
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/SummerReading2024.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download In this episode we talk with library Programming Manager Maggie Fox about the 2024 Summer Reading program for children and adults, running the months of June and July. We explore the value of summer reading, methods to achieve your summer reading goals, and how to participate! We […]
By The Cover: Chartreuse
Different books | Matching looks Don’t judge a book by the cover- unless it’s chartreuse! Are you interested in color theory/history AND trying new genres? Different books and materials, with similar aesthetics? For those of you who are literarily adventurous and love a fun color or pattern, this is the side of the blog for […]
June Book Clubs
With the weather warming up, now is a great time to head outside with a good book. Our June book club reads offer shocking revelations, deadly celebrations, an exploration of classic mysteries and much more. Choose from one of the June selections or come and share your own recent finds. Check out (or download) this […]
Adapted Library – Summer Programs
Adapted Library supports neurodivergent access to library programs: adapted programs are sensory-friendly and targeted towards the needs of neurodivergent children, teens, adults and their families/caregivers. Neurodivergent includes autism spectrum disorder, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder, Tourette’s and other developmental and learning disabilities. Registration is now open for Adapted Library programs. For more information and registration details, […]
Plano Reads: When McKinsey Comes to Town
For the May Brown Bag Book Club, we’re reading When McKinsey Comes to Town: The Hidden Influence of the World’s Most Powerful Consulting Firm by Walt Bogdanich and Michael Forsythe. Join us at Parr Library on Thursday, May 23 at 12pm to discuss this book.
The Latest in Cookbooks
Love to cook and explore recipes, or are you looking to start? Save time and money by checking out cookbooks from the library! Here are some of the latest we have added to the collection. Knife Drop: Creative Recipes Anyone Can Cook by Nick DiGiovanni Print Home-cooked food doesn’t have to be over-the-top, fussy, or […]
Teaching Books: A Hidden Gem
One of PPL’s hidden gems is the Teaching Books database. “Teaching Books” is only a portion of the wealth of resources for young readers and their teachers. Go In-Depth with Books On Teaching Books, you can hear exclusive interviews with popular authors, watch book trailers or read posts from authors about their process. Teachers and […]
What Are You Reading Now? Episode 66
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 […]