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The 18st AIRSpace at Harrington Library is a place to learn, share, and create! Engage with artists as they work in the space; spark your creativity and make something wonderful at a workshop; or go free-form with make & take materials! Artists rotate monthly and dates/times in residence are featured on the library website. Workshops are offered twice a month on a first-come, first-served basis. Make & Take projects are available to create based on the artistic style of the current artist in residence.
June – July Artist
August Artist
Brenda McKinney
Brenda is a painter and mixed media artist. Her work ranges from painting to fiber to small sculptural artworks. Brenda’s work has been exhibited in the US and abroad from Canada to Sweden to Italy. She is an active art advocate and is currently the Discovery Gallery curator at Texas Discovery Garden
Workshop: Artist Trading Cards
Challenge yourself to create miniature works of art that become Artist Trading Cards (ATC). You can trade your signed and dated small originals with your friends and fellow artists. See how many you can collect Harrington Sat Jun 10 2pm
Workshop: Pattern Repetition
Ignite your creative energy in black and white with a dot, dash, line or shape to create various designs with a repeating motif. There is no limit as to what you can image Harrington Sat Jun 24 2pm
Samuel Molina
Samuel has a diverse background of street art graffiti, he is an outsider artist who does not limit himself when it comes to challenging his capabilities. He is passionate about making colorful caricatures and urban style artworks
Workshop: Street Art (ages 10 & up)
Explore the roots and fundamentals of graffiti street art culture. Learn how to draw a cool street art character with acrylics and stylize it to your vision Harrington Sat Aug 12 2pm
Workshop: Graffiti Art (ages 10 & up)
Using acrylics learn the techniques to create advanced 3D graffiti lettering. Explore the history of graffiti lettering and how it has evolved today Harrington Sat Aug 26 2pm
Workshop: Scratch Art
Come scratch your world on a painted CD by first creating a magical world. Will your imagination reveal fairies, flowers, animals or faraway places? Harrington Sat Jul 8 2pm
Workshop: Organic Flow
This method teaches you an innovative style of creating art. Start by making marks on a canvas, add chemistry and end with a painting made of organic shapes Harrington Sat Jul 22 2pm
Make & Take
Do simple hands-on projects in the AIRSpace while you visit with the artist. Step by step instructions and materials for Make & Take are available so that you can still participate when the artist is not present Harrington Daily During Library Hours
June: Mail Art Postcards
Create small works of art with paint and rubber stamps that you embellish with recycled images and objects. Put your one of a kind postcard in an envelope and mail it to a friend
July: Painted CDs
Turn CDs into jewels of the universe. Use your favorite symbol and turn it into a colorful style of expression Workshops, facillitated by the 18st AIRSpace artist, provide opportuinites for you to create art in the style of the artist. During February 2017 a family from Spain learned how to create Ebru 2 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
August: Bubble Letters
Get creative and colorful with the world of bubble letters as you draw your own name in graffiti
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Summer Reading Kick-Off
Visit a library (or all five!) to sign up for summer reading and have some old-fashioned fun! Come and go
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Build with lots o’ Legos to create a city, complete with roads, buildings, people and vehicles. Get a balloon from our balloon artist, check out our STEAM Kits and more! Haggard Sat Jun 3 10am-12pm Help build a group sculpture with balloons and take home something special that Bender the Balloon man creates just for you! Check out our STEAM kits, play with bubbles, or get your face painted Harrington Sat Jun 3 10am-12pm
Davis
Meet outside by the pond to celebrate and kick-off the summer with face painting, balloon artists, crafts, games and more! Then stop by the parking lot to visit DART: The Adventure Starts Here! Davis Sat Jun 3 12-2pm
Parr
Play games, add to our art mural, check out the fire truck and see the fire clowns! There will be face painting, henna, and lots of other fun activities! Schimelpfenig Sat Jun 3 2-4pm
June 1 - August 31
Are you ready to Build a Better World this summer? Build your knowledge, build your vocabulary, and build your imagination with reading, STEAM, performers and more! Sign up online or at the library and set your own reading goal. Your completion online (with your Plano Library card) automatically enters you into the drawing for a $50 gift card. Kids and Teens also get a free book (while supplies last) when you reach your reading goal! Summer reading is funded by Friends of the Plano Public Library
Create mazes, paper cities, and sky-high buildings! Blow bubbles on the porch, and visit DART: The Adventure Starts Here Parr Sat Jun 3 2-4pm
Summer Reading is part of Explore Plano Explore Plano is a program that encourages people of all ages to get to know Plano. Learn more at plano.gov/exploreplano and share your experience at #ExplorePlano
Visit the 18st AIRSpace (Artist In Residence) at Harrington Library for an artist-led workshop. Share a photo of your artwork on social media using hashtags #ExplorePlano and #PlanoArt
Complete a certificate program at any of the Plano libraries through Lynda.com. Plano Public
Library offers free resources which allow you to learn about photography, design, web development, software development and business. Share what you learned on social media with hashtags #ExplorePlano and #MoreThanBooks
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C O N N E C T I N G F A M I L I E S | ALL AGES DART: The Adventure Starts Here
Climb on a DART bus, see a DART police car up close, and watch a DART canine performance. Spin to win a weekly promo pass and other giveaways. Presented in partnership with Dallas Area Rapid Transit. Events will be held in the parking lot. Come and go Davis Sat Jun 3 12-2pm Parr Sat Jun 3 2-4pm
Critterman: Extra Furry
Meet amazing animals from around the world in an Extra Furry adventure (no snakes). Meet the toughest animal in all of Africa, a cousin of the kangaroo, an animal famous in American history, and more! Parr Mon Jun 5 3pm
Magical Balloon Show
Join Rob Holladay, the Magical Balloon Guy, for a wild and wacky mix of side splitting comedy, mind boggling magic, and the most amazing balloon twisting you have ever seen Davis Mon Jun 5 7pm
James Wand Secret Agent Magic Show
Your mission - should you choose to accept it - is to help James Wand on an exciting mission of magic and mystery! Magic tricks, spy gadgets and lots of fun audience participation! Harrington Tue Jun 6 3pm Schimelpfenig Sat Jun 24 3pm Davis Wed Aug 2 3pm
Henna Family Style
Learn about the fascinating history of henna and the many different ways to apply it. Try applying some henna designs with your family and have fun! Schimelpfenig Wed Jun 7 3pm
Meet the Author: Steve Copling
Join us in a thrilling reading of a new young adult fantasy adventure, Sage Alexander and the Hall of Nightmares, followed by a Q & A session with author Steve Copling. In this epic quest a young man stands between dangerous mythic creatures and all of humanity. Find out what inspired Steve Copling to write the series when he isn’t working as a captain with the Plano Police Department Harrington Fri Jun 9 3pm
Animal Adoption
Looking for a pet? Or just want to pet a dog or snuggle with a cat? Plano Animal Services will be at the library with pets available for adoption. Come and go Parr Sat Jun 10 1-5pm Davis Wed Jun 14 1-5pm Davis Wed Jul 19 1-5pm Parr Thu Aug 3 1-5pm 4 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
Meet Storybook Faves Elephant and Piggie
Visit and do an activity with Elephant and Piggie from Mo Willems’ early reader series. Don’t forget your camera! Schimelpfenig Sat Jun 17 11am Haggard Mon Jun 19 7pm Parr Wed Jun 21 3pm Davis Thu Jun 22 3pm Harrington Fri Jun 23 10:30am
Llama Llama
Visit and do an activity with Llama Llama from Anna Dewdney’s picture book series. Don’t forget to wear your red pajamas! Parr Sat Jul 29 11am Davis Tue Aug 1 3pm Harrington Wed Aug 2 3pm Haggard Thu Aug 3 3pm Schimelpfenig Fri Aug 4 3pm
Sci-Tech WOW Show
Get excited about the wonders of science! Fun tricks, experiments, and demonstrations using everything from liquid nitrogen to leaf blowers and soda pop will teach you about the effects of temperature change, phases of matter, pressure, and Bernoulli’s Principle Davis Sat Jun 10 3pm Parr Mon Jun 19 3pm Schimelpfenig Mon Jul 17 3pm
Ink with Joy Family Style
Spend time with family coloring books and our assortment of pencils, inks, gels, and even apps Haggard Sun Jun 11 2pm Schimelpfenig Sun Jul 2 2pm Parr Wed Aug 9 3pm
Plano Symphony Orchestra: Pirate and Princess
Come dressed as a scalawag of a pirate or your favorite princess! Musical selections from Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Pirates of the Caribbean, Peter Pan, and many more will be performed by musicians from the Plano Symphony Orchestra. Families will hear familiar movie tunes as well as learn about instruments and the orchestra Schimelpfenig Mon Jun 12 3pm Registration required. Registration opens two weeks prior to each session. A Plano Library Card is required to register Free tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis 30 min before the program Family programs often fill to capacity. Tickets are distributed starting 30 min prior to the program to hold your spot
C O N N E C T I N G F A M I L I E S | ALL AGES Sign up for Summer Reading planolibrary.org Tape Town
Explore and build a mini town made of tape with toy cars, blocks, and more! Parr Thu Jun 22 3pm Harrington Sun Jul 16 2pm
Blow a Bigger Bubble
You will be WOWED by bubbles that begin tiny and progressively get bigger and bigger. Highlights of the show include an audience volunteer brought up for a “bubble hairdo” Schimelpfenig Mon Jun 26 3pm
Engineers Shape the World
Boocoos the Clown
A one-man circus featuring juggling, plate spinning and balancing tricks, balloon twisting, and much more! Haggard Tue Jun 13 3pm Schimelpfenig Wed Jun 28 7pm
Will Parker
Children’s songwriter and teaching artist, Will Parker will sing songs with guitar and harmonica that inspire the imagination. A fan favorite is an improvised song based on topic suggestions from the audience Davis Wed Jun 14 3pm
Dare to walk on eggs? Make wooden structures fall due to earthquakes? Join Mad Science to discover the engineering challenges common to everything we build Davis Tue Jun 27 1 & 3pm Parr Mon Jul 17 7pm
Ocean Adventure
Ocean explorers, Wayne and Karen Brown, bring their worldwide ocean explorations to life with their high-energy, fast-paced, multimedia presentations that combine actual specimens, biological models, life-sized (or larger-than-life) inflatable animals, unique props, costumes, creative dramatics, storytelling techniques, high-tech SCUBA diving equipment, audience participation, and breathtaking underwater photography Haggard Wed Jun 28 3pm
Captain Underpants: Be Your Own Superhero!
Celebrate the opening of the Captain Underpants movie with crafts, games and more! Haggard Thu Jun 15 3pm
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Snake Encounters
Herpetologist Daryl Sprout brings comedy, magic, education, and 17 different snakes from around the world. It’s a whirlwind experience that is fast-paced, electric and enormous fun Haggard Sat Jun 17 3pm
Trains! Trains! Trains
Bring your favorite train lover to see the Narrow Gauge model train exhibit provided by Spring Creek Model Railroad Club. The Spring Creek Model Railroad Club was formed in 1986 and has evolved into one of DFW’s largest and most unique HO and HOn3 layouts. Club members are responsible for the creation, design, maintenance, and improvement of the club’s layouts. They model many eras from the 1880’s to the present, and operate steam, diesel, freight and passenger equipment Harrington Sat Jun 17 10am-6pm Harrington Sun Jun 18 1-5pm
Perot Superhero Science
It’s a bird, it’s a plane - no, it’s Super Hero Science! Discover the science behind super heroes and their amazing powers during this interactive show that explores energy, forces and motion, smart materials, magnetism, levitation and properties of light. Presented by Perot Museum of Nature and Science Harrington Tue Jun 20 3pm
The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless! Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to read 1,000 books (yes, you can repeat books) before your child starts kindergarten. If you read just one book a night, you will have read 365 books in a year. That is 730 books in two years, and 1,095 books in three years. Reading reguarly with young children stimulates development and strengthens parent-child relationships to build language, literacy and social-emotional skills that last a lifetime
Book Buddies
Work on your Summer Reading goal, 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten, or just listen to a story! Our teen volunteers will be available for one-on-one or small group storytimes. They will read to you, or you can read to them! Avoid the summer slide and get reading recommendations from community teens Haggard Sun Jun 18 2pm Davis Sun Jun 25 ● Jul 9 2pm Engage – JUNE | JULY | AUGUST 2017 5
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Cultural Music Series McLeod Nine String Duo
Wild Times with the Dallas Zoo
Things will get wild when the Dallas Zoo presents this interactive program featuring a variety of birds, mammals and reptiles! Parr Sat Jul 8 3pm
The McLeods have been hailed as one of the most exciting and interesting musical acts in the roots music scene. Their original songs, accented with their unique mix of original and traditional instrumental selections, span a wide range of musical worlds from Celtic to Cajun
Professor Pop’s Bubble Show
Davis Wed Jun 21 3pm
Plano Symphony Orchestra: Magic in the Movies
Isla Dance Company
Isla Dance Company focuses on ‘Ohana (Family) and Na Keiki (Children), with the intent of fostering and sharing their love for all things Polynesian, while perpetuating Islander cultures with the next generation of dancers Davis Sat Jul 1 3pm
E Flat Porch Band
Featuring a unique blend of acoustic “porch music,” including folk, blues, early country, jazz and original tunes. You will enjoy learning about our rich and varied Texas musical heritage while being entertained Davis Wed Jul 26 3pm
La Pompe
Led by multi-lingual vocals, this swingin’ bunch of cats brings the best of French wartime classics, American jazz standards and gypsy instrumentals Davis Wed Aug 9 3pm
Alma Y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folkorico
Alma Y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folkorico’s mission is to instill knowledge about the history, traditions and culture of Mexico through the art of dance Davis Sat Aug 19 3pm
Hanging Crafts
Have you noticed the hanging crafts at the Davis Library? Now you can create your own July-themed crafts that you can take home or leave for us to hang up! Davis Thu Jun 29 3pm
Giant Games
Do you love games in a BIG way? Join us at the library and play with our super-sized games: checkers, chess, jenga and more! Schimelpfenig Mon Jul 3 3pm
Library LEGOs
Have a budding architect, engineer, or designer at home? Build together and go wild with tons of LEGOs! Harrington Thu Jul 6 3pm Haggard Sun Jul 9 2pm 6 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
Join Brett Roberts as Professor Pop as he presents a show full of bubble tricks. There will be bubbles inside bubbles, square bubbles, giant bubbles, bubble themed magic tricks, and more Parr Mon Jul 10 3pm Haggard Tue Aug 1 3pm Bring a wand and whip up some magic with the Plano Symphony Orchestra! Musical selections will include everything from Harry Potter to Bibbity-Bobbity- Boo from Cinderella. There is lots of magic to be found in family movies! Listen to these familiar tunes and learn about instruments and the orchestra Harrington Tue Jul 11 3pm
Travel the World
Celebrate different cultures with crafts, games, and activities from around the globe! Parr Wed Jul 12 3pm
Family Collage
Collaborate and create a collage as a family! We’ll provide magazines and glue, all that is needed is your creativity! Schimelpfenig Thu Jul 13 3pm
Building Better Readers with Magic
Join Todd McKinney for amazing magic tricks, storytelling, join-infun and audience participation Davis Sat Jul 15 3pm
Zooniversity
Professional wildlife educators will introduce you to an amazing collection of animal ambassadors! Recommended for ages 5 years and up Haggard Tue Jul 18 3pm
C O N N E C T I N G F A M I L I E S | ALL AGES Todd Parr Party
Celebrate this author/illustrator’s birthday with a short storytime and some fun, Todd Parr-inspired activities! Haggard Thu Jul 27 3pm
Slick Juggling
See world-record breaking skills including juggling, magic, unicycling, and more! You’ll laugh as he uses bowling balls, swords, police cuffs, and a grass skirt for his crazy stunts Haggard Sat Jul 29 3pm
Cool, Cold Blooded Critters
Join Wildlife on the Move for cold blooded lizards, snakes, turtles, caiman crocs, and more! Schimelpfenig Mon Jul 31 3pm
Raptors of Texas
Family Game Time
Blackland Prairie Raptor Center brings live hawks, owls, and falcons. Learn what makes them a top predator and why they are so important to our environment Harrington Tue Jul 18 7pm
Love board games? Bring the whole family and play Candyland, Monopoly and more! Games provided. Come and go Haggard Sat Aug 12 11am-12pm
Perot Electric Theater
Explore the exciting world of electricity with this interactive, educator-led show. This dynamic program covers topics including static and current electricity, the relationship between electricity and magnetism, and how electricity is used in our daily lives Davis Wed Jul 19 1pm & 2:30 pm
Peg Doll Storytellers
Decorate wooden pegs to become “dolls”, then create fun props from paper and cardboard to use during play. Playing pretend boosts narrative skills Davis Thu Jul 20 3pm
Mr. Willy & Friends
Join Mr. Willy and his puppet friends, Goobles and Percy, Sunshine, Ambrose, and Skweewee for songs, silliness, and stories Parr Mon Jul 24 3pm
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M O V I E S – M O V I E S – M O V I E S | ALL AGES Escape the summer heat with a movie. Don’t forget blankets and a snack!
Movies & More
Finding Dory (PG, 97 min)
Moana (PG, 113 min)
Enjoy a movie with your family while making a related craft Harrington Thu Jun 8 3pm
Parr Fri Jun 30 2pm
Inside Out (PG, 102 min)
Davis Mon Jul 10 12pm
Frozen Quote-Along (PG, 102 min)
Minions (PG, 91 min)
It’s hot outside, so cool off at our Frozen movie quote-along. Belt it out as Elsa learns how to Let It Go and Anna wants to build a snowman. Costumes welcome! Haggard Wed Jul 5 3pm
Davis Mon Jul 3 12pm
Moana (PG, 113 min)
Parr Fri Jun 23 2pm Schimelpfenig Tue Jul 11 2pm Davis Mon Jul 24 12pm
LEGO Party (PG, 104 min)
Monsters University (G, 104 min)
Watch the LEGO Batman Movie and play with Legos! Schimelpfenig Tue Jul 18 2pm Davis Mon Jul 31 12pm Parr Fri Aug 11 2pm
Parr Fri Jul 28 2pm
Pete’s Dragon (PG, 103 min)
Parr Fri Jul 14 2pm Schimelpfenig Tue Aug 1 2pm
Big Hero 6 Engineering Challenge
Secret Life of Pets (PG, 90 min)
(PG, 102 min)
Parr Fri Jun 9 2pm Davis Mon Jul 17 12pm
Watch the movie Big Hero 6 with your family and participate in a variety of engineering challenges based on the movie Harrington Thu Jul 27 3pm
Sing! (PG, 108 min)
Davis Mon Jun 5 12pm Schimelpfenig Tue Jun 20 2pm Parr Fri Jul 7 2pm
Storks (PG, 89 min)
Davis Mon Jun 12 12pm Schimelpfenig Tue Jun 27 2pm
The BFG (PG, 117 min)
Davis Mon Jun 19 12pm Schimelpfenig Tue Jul 25 2pm
Trolls (PG, 92 min)
Schimelpfenig Tue Jun 6 2pm Parr Fri Jun 16 2pm
WALL-E
(G, 98 min)
Zootopia (PG, 108 min)
Schimelpfenig Tue Jun 13 2pm Davis Mon Jun 26 12pm Parr Fri Jul 21 2pm
Parr Fri Aug 4 2pm
P U P P E T S H O W S | ALL AGES Anansi & the Moss-Covered Rock
Little Red Riding Hood
Gingerbread Boy
Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes
Henny Penny
Rhyming Dust Bunnies
A clever spider uses a rock to trick all the other animals until Little Bush Deer decides he needs to learn a lesson Haggard Tue Jul 25 10:30am Haggard Wed Jul 26 10:30am A gingerbread cookie eludes the hungry grasp of everyone who wants to catch him, until he meets a sly fox Haggard Tue Jun 13 10:30am Haggard Wed Jun 14 10:30am A silly chicken thinks a falling acorn means the sky is falling and she must go tell the king Harrington Mon Aug 7 3pm Harrington Thu Aug 10 10:30am 8 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
A little girl meets a hungry wolf on the way to visit her grandmother Schimelpfenig Mon Jul 31 10:30am Schimelpfenig Wed Aug 2 10:30am Schimelpfenig Thu Aug 3 7pm Mother Goose shares her favorite nursery rhymes Parr Tue Jul 18 11am Parr Tue Jul 18 7pm Parr Fri Jul 21 11am Four dust bunnies (and a Big Mean Dust bunny) rhyme all the time and try to stay out of trouble! Harrington Mon Jun 26 10:30am Harrington Thu Jun 29 3pm
Shadow Puppet Extravaganza Featuring Shark in the Park and other shadow shows! Davis Wed Aug 16 3pm Davis Fri Aug 18 3pm
Soup Opera
A diner just wants to eat his soup! Schimelpfenig Mon Jun 19 10:30am Schimelpfenig Wed Jun 21 10:30am Schimelpfenig Fri Jun 23 11am Davis Tue Jul 11 11am Davis Wed Jul 12 7pm Davis Sat Jul15 11am
Three Billy Goats Gruff
Three goats must outwit a troll to reach the tasty apple trees Parr Tue Jun 6 11am Parr Tue Jun 6 7pm Parr Fri Jun 9 11am
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Storytimes with a Twist Glow in the Dark Storytime
It’s “Lights Out” at the library! Stories, songs, dancing and illuminated art under the black lights! Wear something white or fluorescent so you will glow. Please arrive on time as the room will be dark once the program begins Schimelpfenig Sat Aug 5 3pm
Sign Language Storytime
Sign language is a great way to communicate with very young children. Listen to stories and get an introduction to sign language or increase your sign vocabulary Davis Tuesdays Aug 8 ● 15 ● 22 11am
Count on Me
Knightly Storytime
My Lords, my Ladies, visit and listen to one of the noble knights from Medieval Times as he reads one of his favorite stories about the Middle Ages. Don’t forget your camera! Harrington Thu Jun 15 10:30am Schimelpfenig Wed Jul 12 10:30am
Ready, set, 1, 2, 3! Count on having lots of fun as you sing songs, listen to stories and learn math concepts Haggard Wed Aug 16 10:30am
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Reading Readiness Storytime June 5 – August 5 Babes in Arms (ages 0–9 months) – Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Schimelpfenig Mon 9:30am Davis Tue 10am
Haggard Wed 9:30am Parr Thu 11am
Rhyme Time (ages 0–24 months) – Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! Haggard Tue 9:30am Harrington Tue 9:30am Parr Tue 10am
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Haggard Fri 10am Davis Fri 10am Davis Fri 11am
Toddler Time (ages 18–36 months) – Age-appropriate books, flannel stories, rhymes and puppets encourage interaction, introduction to words and their sounds, and simple concepts for the active toddler. Parent/caregiver participation is required Haggard Mon 10am Davis Mon 10am Parr Mon 10am Davis Mon 11am
Schimelpfenig Tue 9:30am Harrington Tue 10:30am Harrington Wed 10:30am Davis Thu 10am
Haggard Thu 10am Parr Thu 10am Davis Thu 11am Parr Fri 10am
Preschool Storytime (ages 3–5) – Age-appropriate books, flannel stories, rhymes, puppets, and storytelling reinforce early literacy skills such as letter sounds, vocabulary, narrative skills, and a love of books and reading for the pre-reading child. Parent/caregiver participation encouraged Schimelpfenig Mon 10:30am Harrington Mon 10:30am
Haggard Tue 10:30am Davis Tue 11am Parr Tue 11am
Haggard Wed 10:30am Schimelpfenig Wed 10:30am
Harrington Thu 10:30am Parr Fri 11am
App Time - Digital Storytime (ages 3-6) – Age-appropriate book and activity apps demonstrated to reinforce early literacy concepts through a digital format. Parent/caregiver participation required Davis Wed 11:15am
Family Storytime (all ages) – An interactive program for all ages with books, flannel stories, rhymes, puppets and songs to encourage a love of reading and the library. Parent/caregiver participation required Haggard Mon 7pm Parr Tue 7pm
Harrington Wed 7pm Davis Wed 7pm
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3-D Printing 3-D Demo
See 3D printing in action! We will demo the printers and software, and answer questions. Each demo will last approximately 30 minutes Davis Tuesdays 3:30pm ● 4:00pm ● 4:30pm ● 5:00pm Jun 6 & 20 ● Jul 11 & 25 Schimelpfenig Tuesdays 3:30pm Jun 13 & 27 ● Jul 18 ● Aug 1
3-D Printing Class (ages 8 & up)
Learn the basics of 3D printing and get an introduction to 3D design using different programs. Students under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the class Davis Wed Jun 7 2-4pm Davis Sat Jun 17 9-11am Davis Sat Jun 24 9-11am Davis Wed Jul 12 2-4pm Davis Sat Jul 22 9-11am Davis Sat Jul 29 9-11am
Coding & Technology Garage Band
Use our MacBooks and learn how to record directly into GarageBand; create original compositions, use built-in musical loops, and record with microphones Haggard Thu Jun 8 3pm
Big Math (grades 3 & up)
Become the pieces of life-size game boards. Solve puzzles by practicing logical reseasoning and critical thinking skills Harrington Thu Jun 22 3pm
STEAM Camp
Build and Make
Use your creativity and engineering skills to solve challenges and build a better world through learning and sharing
littleBits Design Challenge
Use your littleBits knowledge and imagination to participate in their monthly Design Challenge Haggard Wed Jun 7 3pm
Maker Mania
Join us for an afternoon of making! Each week we will have a different project. What will you make? Come and go Davis Fridays Jun 9 - Aug 4 2-4pm
Build Stuff with Junk
Create cardboard castles, toilet paper towers, and more. With your imagination, the sky’s the limit! Parr Thu Jun 15 2pm Schimelpfenig Wed Aug 2 2pm
The Science of Sound
Create recycled instruments while discovering the science behind the music Harrington Wed Jun 21 3pm
Tinker Days
Can you build a fence to keep a garden safe from pests or fashion a protective shelter? Listen to a story and then tinker away to help solve everyday design challenges! Parr Wed Jul 19 3pm Parr Thu Jul 20 3pm 10 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
Are you ready to explore the world of STEAM? Join us for 3D printing and design, engineering challenges, and other activities! Attendance both days is strongly recommended Schimelpfenig Wed & Thu Jun 28 & 29 2-4 pm
Circuit Bending
See toys and electronics merge into a musical art performance and learn how to do it! Haggard Sat Jul 22 11am
Circuit Circus
Learn about circuits and explore the different ways they work. We may demo paper circuits, Makey Makeys, littleBits, squishy circuits, bristle bots, and scribblebots. Come and go Harrington Wed Jul 26 2-4pm
Math Games with OSMO
Play with our iPad hands-on learning equipment and learn math concepts. Other games will be available Davis Sun Jul 30 1:30 & 3pm
Create Explosive Art
Create your own abstract masterpieces while learning about chemical reactions using explosive art. Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty! Davis Wed Jul 5 3pm
The Art in You
Learn about different styles of art from impressionists to post modern. Help us make a Chihuly-style sculpture or make something new just for you! Davis Thu Aug 10 3pm
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Robotics Family Freestyle
Pick which robot you want to build! We’ll provide WeDo kits for families with younger kids and EV3 kits for those looking for a challenge! Schimelpfenig Sat Jul 1 11am & 2pm Davis Thu Jul 6 11am & 3pm
WeDo Freestyle
Experiment Super Science
Experiment and learn together as a family. Different subjects introduced each week Davis Mondays Jun 5 - Jul 31 3pm
STEAM Stop
Stop by and learn a little bit about all things STEAM; complete experiments, play with circuits, build things, do crafts, and sharpen math skills with games. Come and go Parr Sat Jul 15 2-4pm
Pick which WeDo robot you want to build in this freestyle session! Parr Wed Jun 14 3pm Davis Sun Jun 18 1:30pm & 3pm Harrington Sun Jun 25 2pm Haggard Thu Jul 13 3pm Davis Sun Aug 13 1:30pm & 3pm
World of Robots
Interact with with the world of robots – from programming friendly bees to driving motorized vehicles to 3D printers that build your designs, there’s something for everyone. Come and go Harrington Sat Jun 17 2-4pm Davis Sat Jun 24 2-4pm Haggard Sat Jul 8 2-4pm Schimelpfenig Sat Aug 12 2-4pm
Solar Eclipse 2017
Are you ready for the Solar Eclipse on August 21? Learn about the eclipse, space, stars, and more with fun, hands-on activities and crafts all summer!
Star Party
Learn about stars and other planetary bodies using littleBits. Make a star chart, learn about constellations and use our VR goggles to explore space! Parr Sat Jun 10 3pm
Light and Optics
Explore different types of light (UV, LEDs) and how the Hubble Telescope captures light to detect planets in other universes. Create your own pinhole camera to learn about long exposure Haggard Wed Jul 12 3pm
Eclipse Experiments
Experience the 2017 solar eclipse in many fun, creative, and challenging ways from family friendly activities to sophisticated science projects Harrington Sat Jul 29 3pm
Blast Off!
Make your own rocket and send it flying! We’ll explore the science behind liftoff and have other fun crafts Schimelpfenig Thu Aug 3 2pm
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Solar Sunscreen
Ever wondered why your skin turns pink after you’ve been out in the sun for a while? Learn how and why that happens, then create your own UV animal and shelter to protect them from the sun. Test your shelter by stepping outside and seeing if your animal changes color Davis Sat Aug 5 3pm
Space Storytime & Solar Eclipse Viewing
Everyone is welcome at this storytime as we learn about space! Come prepared to go outside and observe the solar eclipse with our viewing glasses provided by STAR_Net. The eclipse starts at 11:40am and ends at 2:39pm Schimelpfenig Mon Aug 21 11am Engage – JUNE | JULY | AUGUST 2017 11
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Sensory Storytime (all ages)
An interactive, inclusive storytime ideal for children with special needs, such as autism spectrum disorders, sensory integration challenges, or short attention spans. Activities are designed to stimulate the senses and promote learning - read books, sing songs, move around and have fun! Visit the children’s desk or email
[email protected] for more info and to check availability Registration Required in person at Davis and Haggard Registration opens May 24
Davis Wednesdays Jun 7-Aug 2 2pm Haggard Thursdays Jun 8-Aug 3 11am
Curious about Sensory Storytime?
Visit and learn at one of these no-registration-required inclusive storytimes Harrington Tuesdays Jun 13 ● Jun 27 3pm Parr Saturdays Jul 8 ● Aug 26 11am
Play & Learn (ages 18-36 months)
Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required Jun 5 - Aug 5 (no meeting Jul 4) Haggard Mondays 11am Parr Mondays 11am Schimelpfenig Tuesdays 10:30am Davis Wednesdays 10am
Parachute Party (ages 2-6) Up, down, and round and round - join us for rhymes and songs using giant parachutes Parr Mon Jul 17 3pm Haggard Wed Aug 9 10:30am Harrington Thu Aug 24 3pm
Brain Boosters (ages 1-6)
Come play, create and explore with a variety of activities designed to stimulate the senses and build up the brain. Come and go Haggard Wed Aug 23 10:30-11:30am
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Family Place Parent/Child Playgroup (ages 0-3)
Art Start (ages 3-6)
Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a different hands-on art activity each week. Things get messy! Smocks and materials provided Parr Wednesdays Jun 7 - Aug 2 11am Haggard Fridays Jun 9 - Aug 4 11am Schimelpfenig Mondays Aug 7 ● 14 11am
Crafts for Early Readers (ages 3-6)
Create literacy activities to take home in this hands-on session. Learn about early literacy resources and ways to turn your child into a lifelong reader! Come and go Davis Tue Jun 20 3-4pm
Zooniversity (ages 3-5)
Professional wildlife educators will introduce you to an amazing collection of animal ambassadors! Harrington Tue Jul 25 3pm
Dance Party (ages 2-6)
Music helps with early literacy! Move to the music, listen to books with beat, and have lots of fun Parr Fridays Aug 11 ● 18 ● 25 10am Harrington Thu Aug 17 3pm 12 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
Harrington Library is a Family Place Library. Family Place libraries redesign the library environment to be welcoming and appropriate for children beginning at birth; connect parents with the resources, programs and services offered at the library and other family service agencies; and reach out to non-traditional library users. This creates the network families need to nurture their children’s development during the critical first years of life and helps ensure all children enter school ready and able to learn.
Spend time together, play, make friends, and talk one-on-one with child development specialists Registration required in person at Harrington Registration opens June 5
Harrington Thursdays Jun 22-Jul20 9-10:15am
J U S T F O R K I D S | GRADES K-5
T W E E N S | GRADES 4-8
Lego Challenge
Build a Space Station
Storybook Mapping
Slime Lab
Play with our Legos and build the challenge of the day, if you dare! Schimelpfenig Mondays Jun 5 ● Jul 10 & 24 3pm Using the Caldecott winning classic Make Way for Ducklings, children will be introduced to basic map reading skills Davis Tue Jun 6 3pm
Build a space station using recycled materials. Use your imagination, the sky is the limit! Davis Thu Jun 8 3pm Let’s make some polymers! Test out ingredients to make different kinds of slime Schimelpfenig Wed Jun 14 3pm
Crash Course in Comics
Are you always doodling in class? Do you love comics? Have you ever wanted to make your own? Learn the basics to create your own handmade mini-comic Harrington Thu Jun 15 3pm
Art Mystery Game
One of these paintings is not like the others! Ready to put your detective and art history skills to the test? Help the Haggard “Museum of Art” get back into order by solving the mystery of the mixed-up paintings Haggard Mon Jun 19 3pm
Readers & Waggers
Bring your favorite book from home or choose one from the library, and read it to a Heart of Texas Therapy Dog Parr Sun Jun 11 2pm Schimelpfenig Sun Jul 23 2pm
Lego Landmarks
Build famous landmarks - or create a new one - using Legos! Parr Mon Jun 12 3pm
Straw Challenge
What can you build with straws? The sky’s the limit when your imagination soars! Parr Mon Jun 26 3pm
Lego Art Attack
Learn about famous artists and their masterpieces, and then recreate them using Legos! Haggard Tue Jul 11 3pm
Art Workshop
Create with us! Be ready to get a little messy as we create painted artwork Davis Tue Jul 18 3pm
Meet the Music
Learn about famous musicians; listen, dance, and create art based on their music Haggard Tue Jul 25 3pm
Giant Sized Games
Play giant games of Connect 4, Checkers, Chess, and Jenga Parr Tue Jun 20 3pm
Craft Your Book
Make your own fancy bookmarks, literary coasters, book-themed keychains and other bookish crafts Parr Tue Jul 11 3pm
Sci-Fi Street Art
Explore the variations of Street Art and learn about its place in history as an art form. Then combine these techniques with Sci-Fi and create some intergalactic planetary Street Art! Davis Thu Jul 13 3pm
Glass Painting
Learn to paint 3D images on a glass frame using acrylic paint Haggard Mon Jul 17 3pm
Craft Challenge
We’ll give you a limited selection of items and tools, you come up with the outcome. Are you ready for a challenge? Schimelpfenig Wed Jul 19 3pm
Corkbots
Create your own character and setting! Use our Stop Motion app to create your own video of your character Harrington Thu Jul 20 3pm
Project WILD Plus
Build on your child’s sense of wonder about nature! Explore wildlife and the world around us through a wide range of activities. Part of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Initiative Harrington Mon Jul 31 3pm
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Be Project The Be Project is focused on primary prevention, and addresses topics such as healthy relationships, violence in the media, dating violence, healthy communication, bullying and cyberbullying. Presented by the Family Place of Dallas
Haggard
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Aug 1 ● 3 ● 8 ● 10 ● 15 ● 17
Aug 1 Just the Way You Are: Self Esteem Building
Differences should be celebrated! Explore issues of diversity and being confident in who you are Ages 6-9 10am / Ages 10-13 1pm / Ages 14-17 3pm
Aug 3 How Does it Feel? The Power of Empathy
Reflect on real life situations of hurtful behaviors and build a vocabulary for expressing emotions Ages 6-9 10am / Ages 10-13 1pm Reflect on real life situations of hurtful behaviors and recognize how actions impact relationships. Learn how empathy can create healthier friendships and dating relationships Ages 14-17 Aug 3 3pm
Aug 8 Staying in Bounds: Discovering Your Boundaries
Consider your own personal boundaries and practice techniques for setting and reinforcing them Ages 6-9 10am / Ages 10-13 1pm / Ages 14-17 3pm
Aug 10 Speak Up: Learning to Be Assertive
Learn what it takes to stand up for yourself and others, how to communicated in an effective way, and how to argue with respect Ages 6-9 10am / Ages 10-13 1pm / Ages 14-17 3pm
Aug 15 Be a Fountain, Not a Drain: Healthy Friendships
Learn how to identify characteristics of a healthy friendship and realize what qualities to look for in a friend Ages 6-9 10am / Ages 10-13 1pm Learn how to identify characteristics of a healthy relationship and what qualities you would want in a friend or dating partner Ages 14-17 Aug 15 3pm
Aug 17 Skills for Resolving Conflict
Learn how to find solutions for peer conflict and gain knowledge of how to stand up against bullying and other aggression Ages 6-9 10am / Ages 10-13 1pm Learn how to find solutions for relationship conflict and how to argue with respect. Become equipped with skills for helping a friend who is in an unhealthy or abusive relationship and learn about local resources Ages 14-17 3pm
Parent Workshops Aug 10 Bullying: What if My Child is Being Bullied?
Learn about what bullying looks like in schools and how to identify if it is happening to your child. We will explore how parents can help their child and facilitate conversations if it is happening to them Adults 7pm
Aug 17 Teen Dating Violence and Healthy Relationships
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Did you know 1 in 3 teens experience some sort of dating abuse by their partner? Learn what the issue is, how to identify if your child is in an unhealthy relationship, and discover ways to help them. This session will help parents to understand ways to approach discussions with their child about dating Adults 7pm
T E E N S | GRADES 6-12 Teens Write Now (ages 13-18)
Digital Creativity
Make It in Metal (grades 6-12)
Photoshop Artwork
Interested in creative writing? Join fellow teens to share your work, exchange ideas, and discuss the ins-and-outs of being a writer Parr Wednesdays Jun 7- Aug 2 5pm Design and create a one-of-a-kind pendant or keychain Davis Tue Jun 13 2-5pm Schimelpfenig Thu Jul 6 1-4pm
(grades 6-12) All classes are held in the Haggard Teen Digital Creation Space. No registration required, space is first come-first-served. Classes beyond “level 101” require experience with the software
Apply filters to your photos to create and enhance your artwork Haggard Wed Jun 14 3-4:30pm
Illustrator: Intro to Vector Art
Learn about basic Adobe Illustrator features, the pen tool, clipping masks and the swatches panel and how to use them to create vector-based art Haggard Sun Jun 25 2-3:30pm
Fun with Sound
Audio editing for fun and school projects. Learn about microphones, software and editing Haggard Mon Jun 26 3-4:30pm
Photoshop: Digital Watercolor Painting
Learn Photoshop techniques to create a digital artwork that looks like a traditional watercolor painting. Bring a flash drive to take your finished artwork home with you Haggard Sun Jul 23 2-3:30pm
Robot Wrestling (grades 6-12)
Build a robot that can dominate its opponent in the Robot Wrestling Ring! Haggard Thu Jun 22 3pm
Perot Tech Truck for Teens (grades 6-12)
Video Creation and the Green Screen
Learn to use the green screen to put background images and videos in your projects Haggard Wed Jul 26 3-4:30pm
Check out the Perot Museum’s mobile discovery lab, where you can Tinker, Engineer, Create and Hack! We’ll have different projects at each location throughout the summer Parr Thu Jun 29 3-5pm Haggard Fri Jul 7 3-5pm Harrington Sat Jul 15 3-5pm Davis Sat Jul 22 3-5pm Schimelpfenig Thu Jul 27 3-5pm
Compassionate Making: Animal Toys (grades 6-12)
Create toys for shelter cats and dogs, then give the toys to pets in the animal services adoption truck Parr Thu Aug 3 3pm
Teen STEAM Kits Available for check out at Haggard and Davis Libraries
Bloxels RaspberryPi Solitaire Chess Finch Robot
Sphero BB8 Sphero 2.0 Kano Computer
littleBits Deluxe kit littleBits Arduino kit Ozobot
A $75,000 “Art Spark” grant from the U. S. Institute of Museum and Library Services and Texas State Library and Archives Commission under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (2017) is enhancing art at the Plano libraries! Funding from Art Spark will expand artistic and cultural experiences at the library through programs, exhibits, and performances. The grant will also support the 18st AIRSpace Artist in Residence program at Harrington Library. As a place for lifelong learning, the library strives to provide local opportunities for exploration of arts and culture.
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Book Clubs
Cultural
Brown Bag Book Club
Taste of Mah Jong
Parr Thursdays 12-1:30pm Jun 22 A Town Like Alice by Nevil Shute Jul 27 Eruption: The Untold Story of Mount St. Helens by Steve Olson Aug 24 The Nest by Cynthia D’Aprix Sweeney
Cook the Book
Love to browse cookbooks and try new recipes? Stop by the library to see each month’s cookbook and choose a recipe. Bring your prepared dish to the meeting to share and eat! Davis Tuesdays 1-2pm Jun 20 Mediterranean Jul 18 All American Aug 15 Cajun
Mystery Book Club
Davis Thursdays 7-8:30pm Jun 15 Mysteries Set in Texas and Texas Mystery Authors Jul 20 What Mystery Are You Reading Now? Aug 17 Long and Far Away Gone by Lou Berney
Meet new friends and play Mah Jong! Both American and Chinese sets will be provided, and you are welcome to bring your own set to share. No scoring or gambling! Come and go Haggard Sundays Jun 4-Aug 27 2-4pm
Chinese for Beginners
Learn basic Chinese; greetings, asking directions, numbers, shopping, food, time and dates Haggard Thursdays Jun 8-Jul 13 7-8:30pm
Citizenship Classes
US citizenship classes are designed to help legal residents prepare for their naturalization exam. Learn civics, history, government, vocabulary, reading, and writing necessary for the exam. English and Spanish speakers are welcome. Presented by Light of Hope Immigration Law Center Schimelpfenig Mondays Jun 5-Aug 28 6:30-8:30pm
Clases de Ciudadania
Schimelpfenig Tuesdays 7:15-8:30pm Jun 13 Mud Season by Ellen Stimson Jul 11 Before We Met by Lucie Whitehouse Aug 8 The Summer Before the War by Helen Simonson
Las clases de ciudadania están diseñadas para ayudar a residentes legales a prepararse para su examen de naturalización. Aprenderán civismo, historia, gobierno, vocabulario, lectura y escritura. Serán impartidas los lunes en inglés y español. Presentado por Light of Hope Immigration Law Center Schimelpfenig Mondays Jun 5-Aug 28 6:30-8:30pm
What Are You Reading Now?
English as a Second Language Classes
Second Tuesday Book Club
Read and discuss great books you’ve read Haggard Mondays 1-2:30pm Jun 5 ● Jul 3 ● Aug 7
Alzheimer’s Awareness Month Memories in the Making
This national art program sponsored by the Alzheimer’s Association gives people with dementia the ability to paint their thoughts, emotions and memories. The art becomes their voice. Visit this display to see artwork and the stories behind them Haggard Month of June
Caregiver Workshop
Information, guidance and training to assist those caring for a family member with Alzheimer’s disease. Topics covered include an overview of Alzheimer’s disease, meeting daily challenges, communication, safety, managing difficult behavior, and caring for the caregiver. Registration is requested at alz.org/greaterdallas or 800-272-3900 Haggard Sat Jul 15 1-4pm Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association of Greater Dallas 16 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
It is never too late to start and no documents are required. Workbooks are included in the course. Presented by Literacy Instruction for Texas (LIFT) Materials fee $25 paid to LIFT Registration required in person at Harrington Registration May 8 & 10 6:30-8:30pm
Harrington Mondays & Wednesdays May 15-Aug 9 6:30-8:30pm
Clases de Inglés como Segundo Idioma
Nunca es demasiado tarde para comenzar y no se requieren documentos. Los cuadernos de ejercicio están incluidos en el costo del curso Cargo por materiales es $25 Se requiere registrarse en persona en Biblioteca Harrington
Inscripciónes: 8 y 10 de mayo 6:30-8:30pm Harrington lunes y miércoles May 15-Aug 9 6:30-8:30pm
Small Talk
A conversational program for adults who speak English as a second language. Each week participants discuss practical everyday topics in a casual group setting to become more confident speakers. Have fun, meet people from all over the world and learn about American culture while practicing your spoken English. Limited to those who can speak and read English Haggard Saturdays Jun 10-Jul 29 2-4pm
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Career & Business Job Search Seminar
Get tips on creating your resume and preparing for a successful interview. Learn about our online Job Center that will help you research businesses, find a job online, improve your e-skills, and more! Davis Sat Aug 19 10am-12pm
Expand Your Mind Property Maintenance Workshop
Learn how to upkeep and maintain your home and property; tree trimming, grading and erosion, foundations, electrical, plumbing, hiring a contractor and more. Presented by City of Plano Property Standards Department Haggard Sat Jun 24 9am-12pm
Get Creative Novel Knitters
Bring a project and meet other crafters. Share knit/crochet tips, or learn to knit Haggard Mondays 7-8:30pm Jun 5 & 19 ● Jul 3, 17 & 31 ● Aug 14 & 28
Cool Crafts
Learn new skills, meet new friends, share your love of crafts Schimelpfenig Tuesdays 7pm Jun 6 Canvas Art Aug 1 Build Your Own Journal
The Write Stuff
Join others interested in creative writing to share critiques, exchange ideas, and support each other’s creative endeavors Parr Thursdays 7pm Jun 8 ● Jul 13 ● Aug 10
Make It in Metal
Design and create a one-of-a-kind pendant or keychain Schimelpfenig Sat Jun 10 9am-12pm Davis Sat Jul 29 2-5pm Haggard Wed Aug 9 5:30-8:30pm Parr Tue Aug 22 5:30-8:30pm
Modern Calligraphy for Beginners
Improve your writing skills and get an introduction to calligraphy, which can be used for signage, lettering, invitations or just for fun! Build on your skills each week Davis Wednesdays 7pm Jun 14 ● 21 ● 28
Scrappy Hour
Bring your photos and mementos and join us for a new scrapbooking project each session. We will provide basics like paper, glue, and a cutting machine Schimelpfenig Tuesdays 7pm Jun 20 Special Moments Jul 18 Best Friends Aug15 Vacation
Scrabble Social
Bring your Scrabble savvy, your voluminous vocabulary, and your winning words and have fun! Play with our sets or bring your own Schimelpfenig Tuesdays 7pm Jun 27 ● Jul 25 ● Aug 22
Virtual Reality Painting Demo (ages 13+)
Explore painting in 3D with HTC Vive and Tiltbrush Parr Wed Jun 28 7pm Davis Sat Jul 8 3pm Davis Sun Jul 23 2pm Parr Tue Jul 25 3pm Parr Sat Aug 12 3pm
Glass Wind Chimes
Create an etched glass wind chime out of recycled materials Davis Thu Jul 27 6:30-8:30pm
Ink with Joy
Explore calming coloring books and soothe your senses with our assortment of pencils, inks, gels, and even apps. Schimelpfenig Tue Aug 29 7pm
Genealogy Webinar Wednesday
Watch genealogy webinars at the library about research methods Haggard Wednesdays Jun 7 1-2pm US Church Records - Learn how to research US church records to find information about your ancestor Jul 5 1-3:30pm British Resources - Learn about British records & how to access them on Ancestry & FamilySearch Aug 2 1-3:30pm Irish Church Records - Find out what you can learn through Catholic & Protestant church records on FamilySearch
US Census Records
Learn how to search the US Census, 1790-1940, to find information about your ancestor Haggard Wed Jun 21 9:30-11am
How to Join the DAR
Learn what it takes to become a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Get help researching your Revolutionary War ancestor Haggard Sat Jun 24 10am-1pm
Legacy Research
Join the Legacy Users Group for information sharing, research tips, webinars and one-on-one help Haggard Tuesdays 1:30-5pm Jun 27 ● Jul 25 ● Aug 22
Brick Walls
Bring your “brick wall” & let us help you break it down Haggard Wed Jul 19 9:30am-12pm
DNA for Beginners
Learn the basics of using DNA testing to help with genealogy research Haggard Thu Aug 24 9:30-11am
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Digital Creativity
(ages 13 & up) All classes are held in the Parr Digital Creation Space. No registration required, space is first come-first-served. Classes beyond “level 101” require experience with the software
DCS Open House
Technology Training
(Adults) Classes require basic keyboard and mouse skills. Registration required where indicated. Registration opens two weeks prior to each session
Computer Basics
Curious about the Digital Creation Space? Explore and learn what you can create using the software and equipment. Come and go Parr Sat Aug 5 3-5pm
For those with very basic computer skills. Learn where information is stored, how to access files, and essential computer functions Schimelpfenig Sat Jul 22 10am
Illustrator 101
Excel - Intro
Learn how to create scalable vector graphics and designs Parr Wed Jul 12 7pm
Learn the basic structure of a worksheet and a workbook. Learn basic formatting, formulas, functions and data types Schimelpfenig Sat Jun 24 10am
Illustrator Logos
Google Search Like a Librarian
Create a custom logo to use on business cards, brochures, stationary, and more Parr Wed Jul 26 7pm
Lightroom 101
Learn how to organize photos and create an easy workflow for editing. Lightroom is a completmentary software to Photoshop, so knowledge of Photoshop before attending the class is preferred Parr Wed Jun 21 7pm
You’ve searched on the internet, but are you using it as effectively as you could? Learn about the full potential of Google in this interactive setting. It will change the way you search online! Harrington Mon Jul 10 10am
Internet Basics - Reliable Sites & Security
Learn the best way to find information on the Internet, along with important security practices and how to protect your privacy Schimelpfenig Sat Aug 5 10am
Photoshop 101
Resume Design
Photoshop Green Screen
Formación de tecnología en español
Learn how to edit and manipulate your photos Parr Thu Jun 1 7pm Parr Thu Jul 6 7pm Parr Sun Jul 16 2pm Parr Tue Aug 8 7pm
Learn how to format your resume using Microsoft Word. Topics covered will include font choice, organization, custom formatting, and templates Schimelpfenig Sat Jul 15 10am
Learn how to change out the backgrounds on your videos using a green screen Parr Wed Jun 7 7pm
Photoshop Top Ten
Learn the top ten things beginners want to know in Photoshop Parr Sat Jun 17 3pm
Premiere 101
Learn the basics of video editing Parr Wed Aug 16 7pm
(adultos) Todas las clases requieren habilidades básicas de teclado y ratón. El espacio es lo primero, primero en ser servido
Internet básico-navegación y búsqueda
Para estudiantes que nunca han usado el Internet, o los que batallan buscar información bueno Harrington Mon Jun 12 10am
Introducción a Microsoft Word
Aprender a generar y guardar documentos simples en Word. Se necesita saber usar el ratón y teclado Harrington Sat Jul 1 10am
12th Annual Battle of the Badges Blood Drive Sign up at carterbloodcare.org or call 800-DONATE-4 All donors receive a free t-shirt and goody bag! The Plano Police Department will go head to head against Plano Fire-Rescue to see who can collect the most blood. Join this important effort to give back to the community. No matter which side you are on, when people donate blood, everyone wins! Sponsored by the Rotary Clubs of Plano Parr Wed Jul 5 4-8pm Schimelpfenig Thu Jul 6 12-4pm Harrington Fri Jul 7 12-4pm 18 PLANOLIBRARY.ORG
Davis Sat Jul 8 12-4pm Haggard Sun Jul 9 1-5pm
In partnership with
L I B R A R Y S E R V I C E S | IN PERSON & ONLINE Most services require a Plano Library card; please refer to the “Services” page on the library website for complete information. All services are free unless otherwise indicated
3D Printing
Genealogy
Book a Librarian
InfoLinks
Objects are printed in PLA or ABS themoplastic in a single color with 3D Systems CubePro 3D printer or PolyPrinter. Size limit is 9”x9”x9” and cost is $.20/gram Davis Provides one-on-one assistance from a professional librarian. Appointments are scheduled in advance and tailored to specific requests such as computer assistance, reading suggestions, indepth research, help with eReaders or other new technology All libraries
Business/Marketing Research
ReferenceUSA provides business directory information to assist with sales leads, market research, job search and more Online
Citizenship
Learning Express Library provides citizenship test preparation and practice Online
Computer Skills
Ancestry.com offers indexes to US, Canada, and UK census; birth, death, marriage records; immigration and passenger lists, and naturalization records Genealogy Center A curated directory of information links covering business, consumer, government, health, law, local interest, older adults, taxes, transportation and voting Online
InterLibrary Loan (ILL) ILL is for Plano residents only
Loan of books, audios, videos, and photocopies of articles from magazines and newspapers which are not owned by Plano Public Library System. Provided through a partnership with the Texas State Library using the Texas Group Catalog Online
Investment Research
Morningstar Investment Research Center offers news, fund information, tutorials, annual reports, and more Online
Lynda.com provides online training courses that cover a variety of topics (including business, design, web development, and multimedia skills) and software (Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, and open source applications) Online
Notary
Digital Creation Spaces
Computers with internet access are available on a first-come, first-served basis; free public WiFi available 7am to 9pm All libraries
Access to digital media technologies and equipment to accommodate individual or group multimedia projects. Equipment includes PC workstations equipped with Adobe Creative Suite 6 and Microsoft Office Suite, headphones, USB microphone, SD card reader, digital camera/SLR, tripod, pen tablet, color image scanner, and green screen Haggard (grades 6-12) Parr (ages 13 and up)
eLibrary
More than 25,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks are available through OverDrive and One Click Digital and more than 180 digital magazines through Zinio Online
ESL
Pronunciator provides English language learning for native speakers of many different languages Online
Foreign Language
Pronunciator provides language learning in Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese, Japanese, Russian, Greek, Brazilian Portuguese, and many more Online
GED Preparation
Learning Express Library provides GED skill building and test preparation Online
Limited to acknowledgments; no business documents accepted. Fees are $5 first signature and $1 each additional signature Schimelpfenig (by appointment)
Online Access/WiFi
Oversized Book Scanner
Scan books, maps, large photos, and documents up to 17”x28”. Save scans to a flash drive for free or print b/w at $.15/page or color at $.60/page Genealogy Center
Rent a Room
Program and conference rooms are available for rent at all five Plano libraries with a two hour minimum rental. Fees range from $15 to $25 per hour for Plano residents, and $60 to $75 per hour for nonresidents All libraries
Test Preparation/Study Guides
Learning Express Library provides practice for SAT, ACT, GRE and other tests, college prep, software tutorials, career advancement, and other learning tools Online
Tutoring/Homework Help
Tutor.com provides one-on-one help from a live tutor for students in math, science, English, history and other subjects Online
Wireless Printing
Use your email address to print wirelessly from your personal device; no library card needed All libraries Engage – JUNE | JULY | AUGUST 2017 19
Hours
Monday-Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
9am – 9am – 10am – 1pm –
9pm 6pm 6pm 5pm
Library Closings
Bookdrops will also be closed
July 4
Independence Day
Persons who, because of a special need or condition, need accommodation to enjoy library sponsored programs should contact Library Administration (972-769-4208) 48 hours in advance so that the library may make reasonable accommodations
Locations
Maribelle M. Davis Library 7501-B Independence Pkwy Plano, TX 75025 972-208-8000 W.O. Haggard, Jr. Library 2501 Coit Road Plano, TX 75075 972-769-4250 Gladys Harrington Library 1501 18th Street Plano, TX 75074 972-941-7175 Christopher A. Parr Library 6200 Windhaven Pkwy Plano, TX 75093 972-769-4300 L.E.R. Schimelpfenig Library 5024 Custer Road Plano, TX 75023 972-769-4200
18st AIRSpace (Artist in Residence) Harrington Library 972-941-7175 Genealogy Center Haggard Library (basement level) 972-769-4240 Digital Creation Space Haggard Library (grades 6-12) 972-769-4250 Parr Library (ages 13 & up) 972-769-4300 Family Place Library Harrington Library (children’s area) 972-941-7175
Registration required. Registration opens two weeks prior to each session. A Plano Library Card is required to register Free tickets available on a first-come, first-served basis 30 min before the program Family programs often fill to capacity. Tickets are distributed starting 30 min prior to the program to hold your spot
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