Fall 2024 Programming Preview
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode, Rachel, Kristin, and Bob discuss a few of their favorite upcoming library programs and events for Fall 2024. The new library online calendar can be access here:
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How to Build a Reading Habit
Plano Library Speaks
This summer we published nine tips to help you become a regular, daily reader. For this month's podcast we thought we'd share all of them at once!
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Summer Reading 2024 with Maggie Fox
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode we talk with library Programming Manager Maggie Fox about the 2024 Summer Reading program for children and adults, running the months of June and July. We explore the value of summer reading, methods to achieve your summer reading goals, and how to participate! We are using to Summer Reading. Learn more on our website:
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Plano Library Speaks: Digital Creation Spaces with Eric Wyman
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode we speak with Library Instructor and Research Specialist Eric Wyman about the three
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Plano Library Speaks: Art in April and Artful Blooms in May!
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode we speak Programming & Engagement Admin and all-around creative talent Kaitlyn Garrison about the art programs coming up in April 2024 which feed into the Artful Blooms art installation happening at Haggard Library in May! More information on the programs and how to participate in and enjoy the Artful Blooms installation can be found in our !
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Plano Library Speaks: Business Networking in the Library
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode with speak with SCORE business mentor Don Walter about the upcoming (January 23), the ongoing TUES networking events, and business mentoring through SCORE through partnership with Plano Public Library. In this episode we mention the .
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Parenting Conversations
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode we talk with Adriana Baird and Rachel Berglund from the . We learn about the center, and discuss our upcoming partner program with them, Parenting Conversations.
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Plano Library Speaks: Cookbooks, Food, and Festivals!
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode we do a quick survey of library staff for their favorite holiday or festival foods, the incredible selection of cookbooks we have in the library, and some great blog posts about food! And here's a link to our blog posts!
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Plano Library Speaks Podcast: Parent Café with LaVonda Howell of United Way
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode Library Development Coordinator Kristin Linscott and Bob speak with Lavonda Howell of about the upcoming Parent Café events in the library! You can find additional information on Parent Café on the
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Plano Library Speaks Podcast: Tutor.com and other online resources for students
Plano Library Speaks
In this episode we speak with librarian Brittnee Emerine about the fantastic online resources for students, available for free through Plano Public Library. You can find Tutor.com, Learning Express Library, and GALE In Context, on our , under the Academics tab! Study room reservations can be made through our
info_outlineWelcome to Plano Library Speaks, the podcast of Plano Public Library!
In this episode, your hosts, Rachel and Bob chat about financial literacy, and everything the library offers to work on your money smart skills from little kids through adults.
From July 13-August 24, Plano Public Library is hosting the Thinking Money for Kids exhibit at Haggard Library. Thinking Money for Kids strives to teach children ages 7 to 11 and their parents, caregivers and educators about financial literacy topics — like saving, spending and budgeting — in a way that is not only understandable, but fun. Join us for a grand opening and ribbon cutting on July 14 at 4pm.
Thinking Money for Kids is a museum-quality exhibition traveling to 50 U.S. public libraries between 2019 and 2022. Through a bustling community market-themed storyline, digital interactive content and other fun, hands-on activities, the exhibition explores topics like earning money, saving and spending, and making responsible financial decisions. Thinking Money for Kids is brought to communities nationwide by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation and the American Library Association (ALA) Public Programs Office.
In an interview with Kristin Linscott, Development Coordinator, and Robert Ganem, FINRA Investor Education Foundation, we discuss what the Thinking Money for Kids exhibit is and what resources are available from FINRA.
FINRA tools available through their website include:
- Personal Finance education, including information on setting financial goals, controlling spending and managing debt
- Tools and calculators, including market data and retirement estimator
- Investing education, including courses, choosing an investment professional and young adults and investing
- BrokerCheck, a free tool to research the background and experience of financial brokers, advisors and firms
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Librarian Sarah O’Pella talks on the podcast about library programs that target money smart skills. You can see the schedule in the library’s Engage brochure or on the Money Smart page of our website. Here are a few upcoming financial literacy programs:
Art Shop (All Ages)
What can you create with $5.00? Browse our art shop for supplies to make your masterpiece! With play money received at the store entrance, purchase paper, markers, glue and scissors, and specialty supplies to make your work of art spectacular.
Haggard Wed Jul 13 6pm
Haggard Wed Aug 24 6pm
Counting Coins (Grades K-5)
Explore hands-on activities that strengthen your child's knowledge of counting and money
Schimelpfenig Wed Aug 10 6pm
Art of Money (All Ages)
Get ready for money making mania as we explore what money looks like around the world and then create your own currency designs. Who will you put on your currency?
Schimelpfenig Sat Jun 25 2pm
Davis Sat Aug 20 3pm
FIT (JR) Financial Intelligence Training for Teens (Teen)
College students from the University of North Texas show teens how to set goals, make spending plans, manage credit and debt and plan for the future. Receive a Financial Intelligence Training (JR) certificate upon completion
Haggard Fri Jul 22 2pm
Building Wealth - Beginner's Guide to Securing Your Financial Future (Adult, Teen)
You can create personal wealth and meet your financial goals by using basic concepts and taking control of your financial choices to launch you towards the future you want
Virtual Tue Jul 26 7-8:30pm – Register here
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Library Manager Cecily Ponce de Leon talks about the many ways in which Plano Public Library has shared the program and reading resources library staff have created back to the library profession.
Art Shop, one of the many financial literacy program the library offers, was part of the reason why the City of Plano won the 2019 City Livability Award from the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Information about this program was included in Rainy Day Ready: Financial Literacy Programs and Tools, which is a ready-to-use guide for offering financial literacy initiatives at a library, published by ALA.
In April 2022, the American Library Association (ALA), in collaboration with the FINRA Investor Education Foundation (FINRA Foundation), released Thinking Money for All Kids: Diverse and Inclusive Reads to Teach Young People about Money, a free resource for library workers. Cecily was one of many library staff who contributed to this title, which you can read more about and download from the ALA website.
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The last interview is with Kristin Linscott and Lyn Haralson, a Financial Education Program Analyst with Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (cfpb). cfpb has a variety of resources available for consumers. Here are some useful pages on their website, especially for kids learning about money:
Learn about the building blocks of financial capability
Financial literacy activities for kids of all ages
Money As You Grow resources
Tools and Resources on a variety of topics