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Plano Public Library System

The Plano Public Library System consists of the Davis Library, Haggard Library, Harrington Library, Parr Library, and Schimelpfenig Library to serve the community offering materials, computer access,...

Plano Public Library System

The Plano Public Library System consists of the Davis Library, Haggard Library, Harrington Library, Parr Library, and Schimelpfenig Library to serve the community offering materials, computer access, online resources, and special events to engage, enrich and educate the community.

Events (118)

THROUGH 27APR 2020

Play & Learn

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and i...

THROUGH 27APR 2020

Play & Learn

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and i...

THROUGH 27APR 2020

Play & Learn

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and i...

THROUGH 28APR 2020

Play & Learn

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and i...

THROUGH 24APR 2020

Small Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

A conversational program for adults who speak English as a second language. ...

THROUGH 24APR 2020

Small Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

A conversational program for adults who speak English as a second language. ...

THROUGH 24APR 2020

Small Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

A conversational program for adults who speak English as a second language. ...

THROUGH 24APR 2020

Small Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

A conversational program for adults who speak English as a second language. ...

THROUGH 24APR 2020

Small Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

A conversational program for adults who speak English as a second language. ...

27JAN 2020

Glow in the Dark Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

It's "Lights Out" at the Library! Stories, songs, dancing and illuminated ar...

27JAN 2020

Photoshop Advanced: Comic Creation

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

– Learn how to create your own digital comic in Photoshop. Class held in t...

THROUGH 6APR 2020

Cricut Makes

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Design and create shapes using different materials for your projects. Limite...

THROUGH 11MAY 2020

Novel Knitters

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Bring a project and meet other yarn stitchers. Share knit/crochet tips or le...

COMING 28JAN 2020

SNAP Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

An interactive, inclusive storytime ideal for children with special needs su...

COMING 28JAN 2020

Genealogy: Legacy Research

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Join the Legacy Users Group for information sharing, research tips, webinars...

COMING 29JAN 2020

Dance Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Music helps with early literacy. Move to the music, listen to books with bea...

COMING 29JAN 2020

Art Start

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a different hands-on activ...

COMING 29JAN 2020

Art Start

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

– Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a different hands-on a...

COMING 29JAN 2020

SNAP Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

An interactive, inclusive storytime ideal for children with special needs su...

COMING 30JAN 2020

Scarf Play

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Calling all tiny dancers! Get ready to sing, move and share stories as we pl...

COMING 30JAN 2020

Platiquemos in Spanish

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Learning Spanish? Join others to practice your conversational skills and l...

COMING 31JAN 2020

Discovery Time

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Stories and hands-on activities introduce simple STEAM concepts just right f...

COMING 1FEB 2020

Neighbor Time

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood with everyone's favorite neighbor M...

COMING 1FEB 2020

Animal Adoptions

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Looking for a pet? Or just want to pet a dog or snuggle with a cat? Plano An...

COMING 1FEB 2020

Bad Art From the Heart

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Have heart, but no art skills? No problem! Have fun putting together the wor...

COMING 1FEB 2020

Comm(you)nity Art

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Learn about different artists and the styles they used from Impressionist to...

COMING 1FEB 2020

James Wand

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Your mission (should you choose to accept it) is to join James Wand on an ex...

COMING 1FEB 2020

Technology Training: Excel - Formulas & Functions

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Learn how to create multiple worksheets in a workbook, become familiar with ...

COMING 1FEB 2020

3D Printing Class (grades 3 & up)

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Learn the basics of 3D printing and get an introduction to 3D design in this...

COMING 2FEB 2020

How Our Body Works - Nervous Systems

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

The human body is a complex biological system involving cells, tissues and o...

COMING 3FEB 2020

Photoshop: Basics

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Learn about the Photoshop interface, navigation and layers. Class held in th...

COMING 3FEB 2020

Puppet Shows: Rhyming Dust Bunnies

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Four dust bunnies (and a Big Mean Dust Bunny) rhyme all the time and try to ...

COMING 3FEB 2020

Book Clubs: What Are You Reading Now?

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Book Clubs: What Are You Reading Now? – Read and discuss great books you�...

COMING 4FEB 2020

Cool Creations

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Learn new skills, meet new friends, share your love of creativity. Limited s...

COMING 5FEB 2020

Ocean Lab

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Explore life under the sea with your preschooler through STEAM, and early li...

COMING 5FEB 2020

Genealogy: U.S. Census Records

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Learn how to search the U.S. Census, 1790-1940, to find information about yo...

COMING 5FEB 2020

Connecting Seniors

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Meet and reminisce about past time through facilitated conversation and an e...

COMING 6FEB 2020

Insect Investigators

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Explore the world of insects with hands-on STEAM and early literacy activiti...

COMING 7FEB 2020

Technology Training: Sites & Security

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Learn the best way to find information on the Internet, along with important...

COMING 8FEB 2020

Disney Karaoke Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

What’s your favorite Disney song? Sing it for us at our Disney Karaoke Par...

COMING 8FEB 2020

The Weird and Wonderful World of Science - Tracks, Scats and Signs

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Explore the weird and wonderful world of science. Limited supplies or space ...

COMING 8FEB 2020

Dallas Black Dance Theater

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

The Dallas Black Dance Theatre will take you on a journey, reminiscing the c...

COMING 8FEB 2020

Art Start

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a different hands-on activ...

COMING 9FEB 2020

Mardi Gras Mayhem

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Create your own mask, enjoy games, have photo ops, and more during our famil...

COMING 9FEB 2020

Stop Motion Animation Workshop

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Use iPads to create stop motion animation. Limited supplies or space – fre...

COMING 9FEB 2020

The Write Workshop

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Your novel needs a great ending! Learn how to make the final part of your st...

COMING 10FEB 2020

Storytime Around the World - Arabic

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

– Introduce your child to a new language! These bilingual storytimes intro...

COMING 10FEB 2020

Book Clubs: [email protected] Book Club

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

For adults who enjoy reading about the lives and emotional experiences of yo...

COMING 11FEB 2020

Genealogy: DNA Interest Group

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Discuss and explore the use of DNA in genealogy research. Adults

COMING 11FEB 2020

Book Clubs: Second Tuesday Book Club

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Read and discuss the featured book. Adults. Jan 14 - The Library Book by S...

COMING 12FEB 2020

Introduction to Writing a Business Plan

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Learn the essentials of writing a business plan from Dallas SCORE representa...

COMING 12FEB 2020

App Time - Digital Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Age-appropriate book and activity apps demonstrated to reinforce early liter...

COMING 12FEB 2020

Dance Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

– Music helps with early literacy. Move to the music, listen to books with...

COMING 12FEB 2020

Memory Keepers

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Share memories through guided prompts in a relaxing space. For people who ar...

COMING 13FEB 2020

Sign Language Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Sign Language is a great way to communicate with very young children. Listen...

COMING 13FEB 2020

Lightroom: Basics

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Learn quick photo editing techniques and organizational tools within Adobe C...

COMING 13FEB 2020

Book Clubs: Chinese Book Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Chinese Book Talk – Read and discuss great Chinese books you’ve read. Ad...

COMING 14FEB 2020

Money Smart: Understanding Social Security Benefits

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

What does “retirement” mean? Do you know how your social security benefi...

COMING 15FEB 2020

Technology Training: Excel – Intro

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Learn the basic structure of a worksheet and workbook, along with basic form...

COMING 15FEB 2020

Adinkra Stamps

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

– Learn about the Ghanian tradition of stamping patterns onto cloth and th...

COMING 15FEB 2020

Thinking Money: Party Planning

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Your birthday is coming up and you want to plan a party. Set your budget and...

COMING 15FEB 2020

Job Search Seminar

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Get tips on creating your resume and preparing for a successful interview. L...

COMING 15FEB 2020

SNAP Science Explorers

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Learning and hands-on science activities geared toward children with special...

COMING 16FEB 2020

3D Printing Intro

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Explore the world of 3D printing. See our 3D printer and learn how to submit...

COMING 17FEB 2020

History Mysteries

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Ready to show off your knowledge in American History? Come in teams or by yo...

COMING 17FEB 2020

Movies: Aladdin (2019)

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Movies: Aladdin (2019) – (PG, 128 min) Watch a family-friendly movie. All ...

COMING 17FEB 2020

Puppet Shows: Little Red Hen

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

When Little Red Hen finds that none of her friends are willing to help her m...

COMING 17FEB 2020

Genealogy: Microsoft OneNote for Genealogy User Group

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Learn how to use Microsoft OneNote electronic notebooks to organize all aspe...

COMING 18FEB 2020

Make Engaging Small Talk

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Being able to warmly and engagingly speak to others is critical for both per...

COMING 18FEB 2020

Cook the Book

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Love to browse cookbooks and try new recipes? Stop by the library to see eac...

COMING 19FEB 2020

Photoshop Advanced: Creative Coloring

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Learn how to bring illustrations and comics to life with fun and easy techni...

COMING 20FEB 2020

Genealogy: Where in the World is He?

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Genealogy: Where in the World is He? – How to begin locating your immigran...

COMING 20FEB 2020

Book Clubs: Mystery Book Club

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Read and discuss the featured book. Adults Jan 16 - The Dry by Jane Harp...

COMING 21FEB 2020

Money Smart: Medicare 101

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Are you eligible for Medicare and confused about options for Medicare covera...

COMING 22FEB 2020

Lynda.com

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Learn how to search, save videos and set up a profile to get the most out of...

COMING 22FEB 2020

Giant Games

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Do you love games in a BIG way? Come to the library and play with our super-...

COMING 24FEB 2020

Dance Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

– Music helps with early literacy. Move to the music, listen to books with...

COMING 25FEB 2020

Tell Your Story in 60 Seconds

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Communicate your idea, who you are, or how you can benefit a company or orga...

COMING 27FEB 2020

Book Clubs: Brown Bag Book Club

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Read and discuss the featured book. Adults Jan 23 T...

COMING 28FEB 2020

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Explore the relationship between Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Examine w...

COMING 2MAR 2020

Storytime Around the World - Chinese

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

– Introduce your child to a new language! These bilingual storytimes intro...

COMING 5MAR 2020

Dance Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

– Music helps with early literacy. Move to the music, listen to books with...

COMING 7MAR 2020

Binge Coloring

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Have fun while coloring to your heart's content. We provide the supplies, yo...

COMING 8MAR 2020

3D Printing Class (grades 3 & up)

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Learn the basics of 3D printing and get an introduction to 3D design in this...

COMING 10MAR 2020

Thinking Money for Kids: Art Shop - Hanging Art

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

What can you create with $5.00? Browse our art shop for supplies to make you...

COMING 13MAR 2020

Tissue Paper Painting

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Create a fun and colorful piece of art using tissue paper and crayons. Limit...

COMING 14MAR 2020

Technology Training: Excel - Formulas & Functions

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Learn how to create multiple worksheets in a workbook, become familiar with ...

COMING 20MAR 2020

Dance Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

– Music helps with early literacy. Move to the music, listen to books with...

COMING 21MAR 2020

The Weird and Wonderful World of Science - A Fungus Among Us/ Decomposers

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Explore the weird and wonderful world of science. Limited supplies or space ...

COMING 21MAR 2020

Technology Training: Excel – Intro

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Learn the basic structure of a worksheet and workbook, along with basic form...

COMING 21MAR 2020

Binge Coloring

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Have fun while coloring to your heart's content. We provide the supplies, yo...

COMING 21MAR 2020

3D Printing Class (grades 3 & up)

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Learn the basics of 3D printing and get an introduction to 3D design in this...

COMING 21MAR 2020

Dance Party

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

– Music helps with early literacy. Move to the music, listen to books with...

COMING 23MAR 2020

Math-y Time

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

It's not just a storytime, it's Math-y Time! Featuring easy math concepts fo...

COMING 25MAR 2020

Ocean Lab

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Explore life under the sea with your preschooler through STEAM, and early li...

COMING 28MAR 2020

Discovery Time

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Stories and hands-on activities introduce simple STEAM concepts just right f...

COMING 31MAR 2020

Money Smart: Medicare 101

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Are you eligible for Medicare and confused about options for Medicare covera...

COMING 1APR 2020

Discovery Time

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Stories and hands-on activities introduce simple STEAM concepts just right f...

COMING 2APR 2020

Technology Training: Word - Common Tasks

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Explore Word tasks such as page layout, formatting, fonts, and paragraphs. U...

COMING 4APR 2020

Thinking Money: Party Planning

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Your birthday is coming up and you want to plan a party. Set your budget and...

COMING 5APR 2020

Circuit Circus

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Learn about circuits and explore the different ways they work. Make art come...

COMING 8APR 2020

Let's Get Moving

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Movement and learning go hand-in-hand! Come enjoy an active storytime filled...

COMING 11APR 2020

Playdough Playdate

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Explore the benefits of playing with playdough. Learn early literacy skills ...

COMING 15APR 2020

Color Camp

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Get to know the rainbow with hands-on activities designed for young learners...

COMING 17APR 2020

Technology Training: Word - Common Tasks

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Explore Word tasks such as page layout, formatting, fonts, and paragraphs. U...

COMING 18APR 2020

Read! Build! Play!

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Bringing play to storytime with LEGO Duplo bricks. All ages

COMING 18APR 2020

The Weird and Wonderful World of Science - Insects

@ Plano Public Library System - Harrington Library

Explore the weird and wonderful world of science. Limited supplies or space ...

COMING 25APR 2020

Thinking Money for Kids: Art Shop - Free Choice

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

What can you create with $5.00? Browse our art shop for supplies to make you...

COMING 25APR 2020

Dino Lab

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Dinosaurs! Dinosaurs! Dinosaurs! Celebrate everything dinosaur with simple S...

COMING 25APR 2020

Technology Training: Word - Common Tasks

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Explore Word tasks such as page layout, formatting, fonts, and paragraphs. U...

COMING 1MAY 2020

Glow in the Dark Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

It's "Lights Out" at the Library! Stories, songs, dancing and illuminated ar...

COMING 2MAY 2020

The Weird and Wonderful World of Science - Let's Get Together! - Symbiotic Relationships

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Explore the weird and wonderful world of science. Limited supplies or space ...

COMING 4MAY 2020

Sign Language Storytime

@ Plano Public Library System - Davis Library

Sign Language is a great way to communicate with very young children. Listen...

COMING 5MAY 2020

Puppet Shows: Mañana Iguana

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

In this Latin-inspired re-telling of The Little Red Hen, five friends are ex...

COMING 8MAY 2020

Discovery Time

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

Stories and hands-on activities introduce simple STEAM concepts just right f...

COMING 18MAY 2020

Photoshop: Basics

@ Plano Public Library System - Parr Library

Learn about the Photoshop interface, navigation and layers. Class held in ...

COMING 23MAY 2020

Ocean Lab

@ Plano Public Library System - Schimelpfenig Library

Explore life under the sea with your preschooler through STEAM, and early li...

COMING 23MAY 2020

Thinking Money for Kids: Art Shop - Piggy Banks

@ Plano Public Library System - Haggard Library

What can you create with $5.00? Browse our art shop for supplies to make you...

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