{"id":152760,"date":"2026-02-05T22:16:19","date_gmt":"2026-02-05T22:16:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/152760\/"},"modified":"2026-02-05T22:16:19","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T22:16:19","slug":"upcoming-programs-for-kids-adults-at-plano-public-library-shaw-local","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/152760\/","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming programs for kids, adults at Plano Public Library \u2013 Shaw Local"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Writers Group<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">6:30 to 8 p.m. Thursdays, Feb. 12, 26<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Come join other writers to discuss your work. In person or Zoom. Open to adults and high school students. No registration required. Location: Meeting Room. Zoom meeting ID: 988 2555 0591 Passcode: 048559<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Yoga with Jen<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Fridays, Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Beat the winter blues with yoga, which can help improve mood and reduce stress. Certified instructor Jen Penn leads this welcoming, no-pressure class. Bring your own mat or use one of the library\u2019s. All skill levels welcome. Open to adults. Registration for each class is separate \u2013 register to come to one, a few, or all of them. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Crafts to Go &#8211; Heart Photo Box<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Feb. 7<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Free crafts for high school students and adults. First-come, first-served, while supplies last.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Painting with Petite Palette &#8211; The Color of Joy<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 9<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">An artist from The Petite Palette will lead the class in creating an acrylic on canvas painting. Each month will feature a different painting, which will be announced closer to the class date. Open to high school students and adults. $15 fee for each class must be paid at the time of registration.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Technology Help Desk<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Noon to 1 p.m. Feb. 10<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">A free drop-in opportunity to meet with tech expert Steve Goodwin. Get help with questions you may have about your computer, cellphone, tablet or e-reader. Please bring your device with you for the best experience. No registration required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">New Life for Old Bags<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">10:30 a.m. to noon Feb. 14<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Help turn plastic shopping bags into sleeping mats for the homeless. For more information, contact Ceil Carey at jackandceil@att.net or 708-846-1704. No registration required.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Downward Dog: Starting on your hands and knees, curl your toes under&#10;and lift your hips up and back. Press through your hands and reach through&#10;your tailbone. Don't worry about getting your heels to touch the mat.\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-tx\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/C6LUQMQ3HFCT7KQZCLFCJKCTRM.jpg\" width=\"1440\" height=\"0\" loading=\"lazy\"\/><\/p>\n<p class=\"ImageMetadata__MetadataParagraph-sc-1gn0vty-0 ijEZZk image-metadata\">Beat the winter blues with yoga at the Plano Public Library. (Photo by The Perch)<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Sen. Sue Rezin\u2019s Traveling Office Hours<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">12:30 to 2 p.m. Feb. 17<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">A representative from state Sen. Sue Rezin\u2019s office will be at the library to assist constituents with navigating issues they face with any state or government agency or program. No registration required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Card Making Class &#8211; Triangle Embossed Cards<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">6:30 to 8 p.m. Feb. 17<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">You\u2019ll make five handmade cards with Jennifer Boring. All supplies provided, including envelopes. Open to adults, high school students, and children 10 and older, accompanied by an adult. $5 fee for each class must be paid at the time of registration. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Wednesday Book Club<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Feb. 18<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">\u201cThe Year of What If\u201d by Phaedra Patrick will be discussed. The book for March will be \u201cDiamond Eye\u201d by Kate Quinn. This group reads a variety of genres. Books are available at the Checkout Desk. Newcomers are welcome anytime.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Knit and Crochet Group \u2013 In Person<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">4 to 6 p.m. every Monday<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Led by talented crochet artist Karen Perez. Come knit and crochet with others, or learn how to crochet. Limited supplies provided. Open to all ages. Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Location: Diana Hastings Board Room. No registration required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Knit and Crochet Group \u2013 Zoom<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">10 a.m. to noon every Thursday<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">This informal group works on their own projects, discusses types and colors of yarn, and helps each other with new or tricky patterns. Zoom meeting ID: 954 9105 6267 | Passcode: 297254. No registration required.<\/p>\n<p>Kids\u2019 programs<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">To register for kids\u2019 programs, call 630-552-2025.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Bookworms<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">5 to 5:45 p.m. Feb. 3<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Join us for a fun story, healthy snacks, a craft or art activity, and picking out interesting books to read. For independent students in grades kindergarten through third, without an adult. Registration required. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Create Art with Petite Palette<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Feb. 5<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">An artist from The Petite Palette will lead the class in creating an acrylic on canvas painting. For independent children, without an adult. Registration for each program is separate. Call 630-552-2025 to register. $5 fee for each class must be paid at the time of registration.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">4:45 to 5:45 p.m., ages 6 &#8211; 10, Truffula Trees<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">6:15 to 7:15 p.m., ages 10 &#8211; 18, Galaxy<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Making Music<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">10:30 to 11:10 a.m. Feb. 9<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Join music teacher Jessica Ortega in this fun class that includes singing, movement and playing musical instruments. For children ages 0-5, with an adult. Registration required. <\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Pizza and Pages Grades 7 &#8211; 9<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">5 to 5:45 p.m. Feb. 10<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">We\u2019ll all read the same book before the meeting, talk about it and have some pizza. Registration required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Hugs and Kisses Storytime<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">10:30 to 11 a.m. or 6 to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 16<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Celebrate love, friendship and kindness through stories, music, movement activities and a simple craft. Parents must remain in the Kids\u2019 Library during the program. For independent children ages 3-5, without an adult. Registration required.<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">Rhyme Time<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">10:30 to 11 a.m. or 6 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 4, 11, 18, 2 and March 4, 11<\/p>\n<p class=\"default__StyledText-sc-xb1qmn-0 gBIiEi body-paragraph\">This lap-sit story time features action rhymes, finger plays, songs, movement activities, a simple story and parent-child reading time. Active adult participation is an integral part of this program. For children from birth to 36 months, accompanied by an adult. 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