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Genealogy

Genealogy News 

Accessing and Using 1950 Census Data

March 30, 2022March 30, 2022 Plano Library 0 Comments Archives, Census, Genealogy

The 1950 US Census is coming soon for genealogists and family history researchers to use in finding their ancestors. However,

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Genealogy 

#ArchivesSignatures

July 2, 2021February 4, 2022 Plano Library 0 Comments #ArchivesHashtagParty, Archives, Genealogy

In the age of the email signature, there’s something beautiful about a handwritten name. Your signature is evidence of who

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Genealogy 

#ArchivesTipoftheHat

April 2, 2021April 2, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments #ArchivesHashtagParty, Archives, Genealogy

Hats! Hats! Hats! From fashionable fascinators to common chapeaus, hats can be found in the Collin County Images digital collection

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Genealogy 

#ArchivesYouAreHere

March 5, 2021February 4, 2022 Plano Library 0 Comments #ArchivesHashtagParty, Archives, Genealogy

The Collin County Archives at Plano Public Library houses a variety of maps of Plano spanning from 1880 to 2020.

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Genealogy 

March Genealogy Programs

February 24, 2021February 23, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Databases, Genealogy, Virtual Programming

Did you know that Plano Public Library has a dedicated collection of online Genealogy resources? Use your library card to

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Genealogy 

#ArchivesBlackEducation

February 5, 2021February 4, 2022 Plano Library 0 Comments #ArchivesHashtagParty, Archives, Collin County, Education, Genealogy

We’re joining the party! Each month, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) hosts the #ArchivesHashtagParty for all types of

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Genealogy 

February Genealogy Programs

January 25, 2021February 8, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Databases, Genealogy, Virtual Programming

Looking for more information on your family tree? Plano Public Library has all the resources to assist you.

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Genealogy 

Genealogy: Oral Histories

October 26, 2020February 4, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Genealogy, Virtual Programming

Learn how to start, record and organize an oral history from our Genealogy Center workshop.

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Genealogy 

Genealogy: Solving the Mysteries of Women in Your Family Tree

October 19, 2020February 4, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Genealogy, Virtual Programming

A good woman is hard to find… and so is information about your great-great-great-grandmother if you don’t know where to

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Genealogy 

Genealogy: DNA + Women

October 10, 2020February 4, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Archives Month, Genealogy, Virtual Programming

Learn techniques for studying your genetic maternal ancestors. 

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Early Learning

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Book List Early Learning 

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews

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Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Book List Early Learning 

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews

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Early Learning Art Programs
Early Learning 

Early Learning Art Programs

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Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Book List Early Learning 

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews

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Business & Career

Teen Street Team Recommends: LearningExpress Library
College Resources Job Resources Library 101 Teens 

Teen Street Team Recommends: LearningExpress Library

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Exploring Environmental Careers
College Resources Job Resources Teens 

Exploring Environmental Careers

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Master Microsoft Excel
Job Resources Technology 

Master Microsoft Excel

March 3, 2022March 2, 2022 Plano Library 0
Resume and Interview Best Practices
Book List College Resources Job Resources 

Resume and Interview Best Practices

February 9, 2022February 23, 2022 Plano Library 0

Money Smart

Financial Wellness for Couples and Families
Thinking Money 

Financial Wellness for Couples and Families

March 31, 2022March 31, 2022 Plano Library 0
Money Habits Teens Need to Know
Thinking Money 

Money Habits Teens Need to Know

February 14, 2022February 14, 2022 Plano Library 0
Navigate Job and Careers with Plano Public Library
Business College Resources Thinking Money 

Navigate Job and Careers with Plano Public Library

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022 Plano Library 0
Financial Literacy: Achieve Your New Year’s Goals
Book List Thinking Money 

Financial Literacy: Achieve Your New Year’s Goals

December 24, 2021December 21, 2021 Plano Library 0

Technology

May Tech Classes at Plano Public Library
Technology 

May Tech Classes at Plano Public Library

April 30, 2022April 29, 2022 Plano Library 0
Master Microsoft Excel
Job Resources Technology 

Master Microsoft Excel

March 3, 2022March 2, 2022 Plano Library 0
Something About Libby: Accessibility Features
Library 101 Technology 

Something About Libby: Accessibility Features

February 20, 2022February 18, 2022 Plano Library 0
Photoshop, 3D Printing and More This February
STEAM Technology 

Photoshop, 3D Printing and More This February

February 3, 2022February 2, 2022 Plano Library 0

STEAM Connections

3D Design Starter Kit
Arts and Culture Book List STEAM 

3D Design Starter Kit

February 21, 2022February 16, 2022 Plano Library 0
Photoshop, 3D Printing and More This February
STEAM Technology 

Photoshop, 3D Printing and More This February

February 3, 2022February 2, 2022 Plano Library 0
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #5
Arts and Culture Business Early Learning Genealogy News Podcast Episodes STEAM 

Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #5

February 1, 2022February 15, 2022 Plano Library 0
Gardening Starter Kit
Arts and Culture Book List STEAM 

Gardening Starter Kit

January 18, 2022January 12, 2022 Plano Library 0

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