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Learn about the science behind kinetic sand as you make your own. A sensory experience for all ages mixing science and art. Limited supplies or space – free tickets required, distributed 30 minutes before the program. All ages

Learn the basics of 3D printing! We will demo the printer and answer questions. Each demo will last approximately 30 minutes. All ages

Learn the basics of 3D printing! We will demo the printer and answer questions. Each demo will last approximately 30 minutes. All ages

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required. Ages 18-36 months

(G, 98 min) Bring a pillow, blanket, and snack and escape the summer heat with a family-friendly movie. All ages

Listen to stories and learn some basic vocabulary in several languages during these bilingual storytimes. No language skills needed! All ages

Experiment and learn together as a family. Different subjects introduced each week. Limited supplies or space – free tickets required, distributed 30 minutes before the program. All ages

Learn basic musical concepts like pitch and rhythm with books, songs, and interactive activities enhanced with live music during this musical storytime experience. Limited supplies or space – free tickets required, distributed 30 minutes before the program. Ages 3-6

Learn the basics of 3D printing and get an introduction to 3D design. Students under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the class. Grades 3 & up

An interactive, inclusive storytime idea 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 sensorystorytime@plano.gov for more info and to check availability. Ages 3 & up

Learn how to get the most from your Plano Public Library card. See the wonderful resources available for you. We’re more than books! A short tour will follow the program. Adults

Join us for an afternoon of making! Each week we will have a different project. What will you make? Come and go. All ages

Delve a little deeper into 3D design with this class designed for teens and adults. Ages 13+

Have you ever wondered what makes a cell phone or other device work? See how the pieces fit together with Barbara Peninger and team from Samsung. All ages

Magizoologist Newt Scamander travels through the wizarding world tracking down fantastic magical beasts. Did you know that Texas has its own fantastic beasts? Learn about horned toad lizards, ocelots, jauarundi, and more! Limited supplies or space – free tickets required, distributed 30 minutes before the program. All ages

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required. Ages 18-36 months

(PG, 96 min) Bring a pillow, blanket, and snack and escape the summer heat with a family-friendly movie. All ages

Experiment and learn together as a family. Different subjects introduced each week. Limited supplies or space – free tickets required, distributed 30 minutes before the program. All ages

Storytime, activities, and more with the loveable monkey, Curious George. Bring your camera! All ages

Bring your favorite book from home or choose one from the library and read it to a Heart of Texas Therapy Dog. Grades K-5

Meet new friends & 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. Adults

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. TOPIC: Safe Communities - Learn the importance of helping, sharing, and comforting ourselves and people in our community. Ages 6-9

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required. Ages 18-36 months

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. TOPIC: Safe Communities - Learn the importance of helping, sharing, and comforting ourselves and people in our community. Ages 10-13

Join the Legacy Users Group for information sharing, research tips, webinars, and one-on-one help. Adults

Are you wild at heart? Then unleash your creativity with new expressive art projects while learning how animals and wildlife have been depicted by other artists. We’ll have fun beyond your wildest dreams! Grades K-5

Learn how to use Photoshop to manipulate your photos and create better images. Class is held in the Haggard Teen Digital Creation Space. Grades 6-12

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. TOPIC: Boundaries - What makes you important and what can you do to show your friends and loved ones that YOU matter? Ages 6-9

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. TOPIC: Boundaries - What makes you important and what can you do to show your friends and loved ones that YOU matter? Ages 10-13

Join us for an indoor campout! We’ll sing songs, hear stories, and hang out around the campfire. Enjoy crafts and camping-themed activities. All ages

An interactive, inclusive storytime idea 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 sensorystorytime@plano.gov for more info and to check availability. Ages 3 & up

How to search, find records, and print. Adults

Dress up as your favorite character and cheer for your favorite fandom. Learn the basics of comic book art, play games, make crafts and take pictures with other fans! Grades 4 & up

Build on basic Chinese skills. Topics include colors, food, asking directions, seeing the doctor, and going to stores, the library, and post office. Adults

Stories to inspire your little artist followed by a different hands-on activity each week. July activities focus on French artists and styles. Things may get messy! Smocks and materials provided. Ages 3-6

Learn the basics of video editing using Adobe Premiere. Class is held in the Haggard Teen Digital Creation Space. Classes beyond “level 101” require experience with the software. Grades 6-12

Meet new friends & 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. Adults

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. TOPIC: Caring People – How do you define a caring relationship? Learn how we can take care of one another. Ages 6-9

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required. Ages 18-36 months

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. TOPIC: Caring People – How do you define a caring relationship? Learn how we can take care of one another. Ages 10-13

Learn to record and edit sound and create your own podcast. Class is held in the Haggard Teen Digital Creation Space. No registration required. Grades 6-12

Three little pigs try to build sturdy houses to keep out a hungry wolf. All ages

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 on May 7 and May 9 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Adults

Stark’s stand-up comedy combines a fresh blend of unique wit and eye popping magic! International Award winning Magician and Host of Australia’s “The Best Of” Comedy Show. All ages

Three little pigs try to build sturdy houses to keep out a hungry wolf. All ages

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 on May 7 and May 9 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Adults

Design and create a bookmark in metal using basic metals skills including: sawing, piercing, and metal stamps. Ages 13 & up

Learn to paint with acrylic using textural elements such as yarn, eggshells, tissue paper, dried leaves, flowers and sand to create an abstract composition. All ages

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 several pets available for adoption. All ages

Are you ready to explore the world of STEAM? Join us for two days of STEAM related challenges and activities. Attendance both days is strongly recommended. Grades 3-5

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 on May 7 and May 9 from 6:30pm - 8:30pm. Adults

Are you ready to explore the world of STEAM? Join us for two days of STEAM related challenges and activities. Attendance both days is strongly recommended. Grades 3-5

Learn about different artists and the styles they used from Impressionist to Modern art. Work with people from your community to help create a group project and something for yourself. All ages

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required. Ages 18-36 months

Things will get wild when the Dallas Zoo presents this interactive program featuring a variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles! All ages

Bringing play to storytime with LEGO Duplo bricks. Ages 0-5

Pick the robot you want to build! We’ll provide WeDo kits for families to challenge themselves! All ages

Pick the robot you want to build! We’ll provide WeDo kits for families to challenge themselves! All ages

Join fellow teens to share your work, exchange ideas, and discuss the ins-and-outs of being a writer. Grades 6-12

Read and discuss the featured book. July: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann. Adults

(PG, 101 min) Bring a pillow, blanket, and snack and escape the summer heat with a family-friendly movie. All ages

Create recycled instruments while discovering the science behind the music. All ages

Playing is learning! Toddlers explore and connect in this unstructured and imaginative playtime. Parent/Caregiver participation is required. Ages 18-36 months

From the beginning, your child learns from you. Learn the stages of communication, motor imitation, sound imitation and the use of baby signs to communicate. Lay a foundation for early literacy skills. Adults

Make a masterpiece with black light paint and tape. Then, we will turn off the lights, and turn on the black lights to see your art glow. Grades K-5

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. Adults

Up, down, and round and round - join us for rhymes and songs using giant parachutes. Ages 2-6

(PG, 95 min) Bring a pillow, blanket, and snack and escape the summer heat with a family-friendly movie. All ages

Play Scrabble, chess, Life, and more! Or bring your own game to share with friends. Adults

Stop by and play with math! Explore games and activities that will make numbers fun for all ages and help you learn as you play. Thanks to our corporate volunteers from Bank of America, Capital One and United Health Care for facilitating these programs. Come and go. All ages

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. Adults

It’s not just a storytime, it’s Math-y Time! Featuring easy math concepts for preschoolers using books and math manipulatives. Ages 3-6

(PG 105 min) Bring a pillow, blanket, and snack and escape the summer heat with a family-friendly movie. All ages

A special summer Tour de Plano edition of Painting Party, just for grown-ups! Create art inspired by Pointillism, a technique made famous by French artists. Limited supplies or space – free tickets required, distributed 30 minutes before the program. Adults

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. All ages

Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Ages 0-9 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. 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. 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. Ages 18-36 months

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. 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. Ages 3-5

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. All ages

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! 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! Ages 0-24 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. Ages 18-36 months

Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Ages 0-9

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! Ages 0-24 months

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. Ages 3-5

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. Ages 18-36 months

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. 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. Ages 3-5

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. 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. All ages

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. Ages 18-36 months

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. Ages 3-5

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. Ages 18-36 months

Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Ages 0-9 months

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. 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. All ages

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. 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. Ages 18-36 months

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. 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. Ages 3-5

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! Ages 0-24 months

Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Ages 0-9 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. Ages 18-36 months

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! 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! Ages 0-24 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. Ages 18-36 months

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. Ages 3-5

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! Ages 0-24 months

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. All ages

Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Ages 0-9 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. 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. 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. Ages 18-36 months

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. 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. Ages 3-5

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. All ages

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! 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! Ages 0-24 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. Ages 18-36 months

Rhymes, music and movement for the youngest babies. Bring a blanket for baby. Pre-walkers and parent/caregiver only please! Ages 0-9

Songs, nursery rhymes and books provide a language-rich experience for the youngest child. Active parent/caregiver participation is a must! Ages 0-24 months

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. Ages 3-5

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. Ages 18-36 months

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. 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. Ages 3-5

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. All ages