Plano Library Speaks: Skill Building with Workforce Solutions, Early Literacy of Flannel Activities and Safety Tips with Officer Bianez
Release Date: 08/02/2022
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_outlineDanielle Davis and Brandi Harrison Totter of Workforce Solutions of North Central Texas discuss the needs of employers, the job market, what skills to work on for today’s workforce, and how to use Workforce Solutions as a resource for job seeking and career building. Workforce Solutions of North Central Texas website: https://www.dfwjobs.com/
Get you resume checked out, work on interview skills and more with the library’s Job Seeker’s Toolkit series this August. Learn more on our website: https://www.plano.gov/2049/Career
Librarian Sharon Forinash talks about the importance of early learning and literacy, and how flannel activities during storytime help with preparing little ones to read, speak and more. Check out the Plano Public Library’s YouTube channel for flannel activities and songs you can watch at home and on the go: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLDDS7bPrXRJfoLnyfof-a0VB0AEV1D0Ar
Plano Police Officer Chris Bianez offers personal and property safety classes through the library (and beyond). Learn some of his top safety tips, including how to avoid fraud and scams. Here are his upcoming workshops:
- Personal Safety for College-Bound Students, August 2 at 6pm at Davis Library
- Personal Safety, August 16 at 6pm at Davis Library
- Protect Yourself from Identity Theft, Fraud and Scams, October 3 at 6pm at Davis Library