Donate Blood for Your Community (and Battle of the Badges!)

Plano Fire-Rescue and the Plano Police Department are once again facing off in a challenge to collect blood donations. During the summer, donations dip as people get busy with vacations. It’s also when travel-related accidents increase. Help us fill the gap. When you donate, don't forget to cast your vote for Plano Fire-Rescue or Plano Police.

City of Plano locations include:

• Plano Fire Station 12 (4101 W Parker Road) - July 12, 9 am - 3 pm
• Haggard Library (2501 Coit Road) - July 13, 11 am - 3 pm
• Harrington Library (1501 18th Street) - July 13, 11 am - 3 pm

Search for locations at Carter BloodCare's website.

Community Science Meet-Up (All ages)

Friday, July 12 | 2-4 pm | Davis

Wednesday, July 17 | 3-5 pm | Harrington

The Perot Museum of Nature and Science TECH Truck engages kids and caregivers in hands-on activities for the thrill of discovery. This is so essential to fostering confidence and creativity in STEAM subjects.

Reading with Mastery: Nonfiction (Ages 13+)

Sunday, July 14 | 2 pm | Schimelpfenig

Master the art of enjoying nonfiction and learn to retain more information with less effort through a blend of presentation and reading exercises.

Movie Maker Camp (Grades 6-12)

Monday, July 15-Friday, July 19 | 2-5 pm | Haggard

Master the art of movie magic using DaVinci Resolve during this five-day camp. Learn the principles of filming, acting, screenwriting, editing and green screen usage. Only register if you can attend all five sessions. See completed movies on the Plano Public Library YouTube channel!

Chicano Art: Rasquachismo (Grades 6-12)

Tuesday, July 16 | 3 pm | Harrington

Explore the historical and cultural context of Rasquachismo, a Mexican and Mexican-American art aesthetic, by using principles of Rasquachismo to make bottle cap magnets.

Yes, We Are Green! Family Trivia (All ages)

Tuesday, July 16 | 3 pm | Parr

Show what you know about recycling, saving water, gardening, protecting the community from litter and more. Fun prizes for champions and runners-up. Presented by the City of Plano Sustainability and Environmental Education division.

Chess Meet-Up (Ages 13+)

Wednesday, July 17 | 6:30-8 pm | Davis

Take a moment to sit and play chess with other beginners.