Book Lists
Top 13 Challenged Books of 2022
September 21, 2023
These are the top 13 challenged books in the U.S. in 2022. The American Library Association has announced the theme for Banned Books Week 2023: “Let Freedom Read!” Banned Books… Read More
Canine Heroes
September 19, 2023
We are so grateful for our faithful service dogs in the police force, military, fire, and rescue. Let us honor our canine heroes.
Book Lists, Happenings, Resource, Teens
TeenTober
September 14, 2023
TeenTober is an initiative from the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) that encourages teens to visit their library in October to discover media in all forms, technology, games, STEAM… Read More
Book Lists, Kids, Library Book Clubs, Programs
Young Critics Book Club
August 17, 2023
2023 Monthly on the third Thursday Young Critics Book Club is a monthly book discussion for ages 8-12. We will share ideas for other great reads while enjoying fun activities… Read More
Book Lists, Library Book Clubs, Programs
Short Story Society
August 4, 2023
2023 Reading List Welcome to the club! If you want to enjoy all fun, ideas, and conversation but don’t have much time, Short Story Society is the group for you!… Read More
Book Lists, Database, Happenings, Kids, Resource, Teens
PCL Learning Center
July 31, 2023
Welcome to the PCL Learning Center! Your library card grants you access to many online learning resources! Our staff has compiled an educational list by age to help you and… Read More
50 Years of Hip-Hop: A Cultural Phenomenon
From DJ Kool Herc to Kendrick Lamar, this is the evolution of hip-hop. Hip-hop, a genre that has become a global cultural phenomenon, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year…. Read More
Book Lists, Kids, Resource, Teens
Free Comics and Manga with your PCL Card!
July 18, 2023
Whether you are a seasoned reader of comics and manga or new to the genres, Parkland Community Library has something for you! We are celebrating San Diego Comic-Con with our… Read More
What We’re Reading for Leo Season
July 10, 2023
Hey Leos! Head into the library to grab a copy of our book recommendations just for you. For a Leo looking for a bittersweet story about the complexities of relationships…… Read More
Book Lists, Happenings, Kids, Programs, Teens
Shark Week
July 7, 2023
Celebrate Shark Week at the library on July 22, 2023! Discovery Channel’s Shark Week Returns Jul 23, 2023, with host Jason Momoa! PCL is celebrating too! Check out our recommendations… Read More
Summer Blockbusters
July 3, 2023
Check out these fan favorites from 1970s to now! Summer Blockbuster: 1977 Summer Blockbuster: 1982 Summer Blockbuster: 1997 Summer Blockbuster: 2005 Summer Blockbuster: 2012 Summer Blockbuster: 2022
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