Posts by Parkland Community Library
Playaway Launchpads
We have expanded our Launchpad collection.
Read MoreCatalog 101: The Complete Course
Our Catalog 101 course offers a comprehensive overview of how to use the PCL catalog. Before we jump into a search, check out the videos below to find out what you’ll need to search the catalog and where to find the catalog. View transcript on YouTube for Catalog 101 video View transcript on YouTube for…
Read More2023 Tax Forms
Federal, State, and Local Taxes Tax season is upon us! We are offering basic tax forms for the public and free printing for one copy (copying of duplicate forms costs $.10 for black and white, $.50 for color) of specific forms from the IRS website here. Keep in mind that tax agencies are encouraging taxpayers…
Read MoreWhat are eBooks?
Consider this your crash course in eBooks. eBooks cannot be edited and are compatible with numerous devices, including smartphones, tablets, computers, and e-readers. An ebook can consist of electronic text or also include audio, video, or hyperlinks. eBooks are for readers of all ages! Ease of Use eBooks can be read anytime, anywhere. You can…
Read More15 Facts You Need to Know About Lunar New Year
Food, customs, and other traditions of the Lunar New Year Lunar New Year is a spectacular and loud celebration, and for many Asian cultures, it is the most significant festival of the year. It starts on the first day of the lunar calendar’s first month and concludes with the Lantern Festival on the 15th day.
Read More2021-2022 Annual Report
Connect • Discover • Grow Consider Making A Charitable Donation To Your Library! Parkland Community Library is seeking donations for general operations to support the mission of the library. Mission: The library connects people to each other and the world, serving as the cornerstone of our community by providing access to information, technology, and cultural…
Read MoreMental Health Resource Sheet
Starting July 16, 2022, call 988 for matters of mental health crisis. Calling 988 will connect you directly to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, which is staffed by trained crisis counselors 24/7, 365 days a year.
Read MoreMay is Mental Health Month
Each May, we should raise awareness for Mental Health Month. It matters. For those living with cognitive or behavioral health issues, we are here to show support and to help reduce the stigma that so many people experience. Show your support by tag: #MentalHealthMonth #MHM2022 #parklandcommunitylibrary #mentalhealthmatters
Read MoreRead an eBook
An ebook is a digital book that you can carry with you on devices and access on a computer. New, bestselling, and even out-of-print works of all genres can be viewed easily and may also contain special features such as audio, video, or hyperlinks. Benefits of eBooks Nothing beats the convenience and instant gratification! eBooks…
Read MoreGenealogy with Ancestry
Try our Ancestry Library Edition free with your library card! In modern genealogy, amateur genealogists’ searches most often begin with a desire to track one’s family history. Personal genealogy searches gained popularity in the 1960s and 1970s after generations of immigrants and their children assimilated to life in America and lost touch with their heritage. Universities…
Read More2020-2021 Annual Report
Connect • Discover • Grow Consider Making A Charitable Donation To Your Library! Mission: The library connects people to each other and the world, serving as the cornerstone of our community by providing access to information, technology, and cultural enrichment for a lifetime of learning and enjoyment. Improving Your Parkland Community Library provides our community…
Read MoreExpansion
The Focus In a changing information landscape, the library plays a vital role for residents and workers, underscoring the need to expand its current location. Usage has increased, with people seeking meeting and collaborative spaces as much as materials. This project aims to redefine expectations for public libraries. It renovates spaces and adapts areas with…
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