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NoveList Plus Login Needed In-Library Use Only Need help figuring out what book you might like to read next? Search Novelist by series, by author read a likes, award winning books, genre (western, Christian fiction, historical novel, and lots more). A great tool to help readers like you find a book you will enjoy reading. |
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Hoopla Login Needed In-Library Use Only Instantly borrow free digital movies, music, eBooks and more, 24/7 with your library card. |
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NewspaperARCHIVE Login Needed In-Library Use Only NewspaperARCHIVE is the world's best resource for historical and genealogical information. Our unique archive spans more than 400 years of family history, small-town events, world news and more. |
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TexShare Databases Login Needed In-Library Use Only Includes thousands of full-text magazines and newspapers, WorldCat (35 million library records), Science and Literature databases, on-line encyclopedias, etc. |
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Gale Databases Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access to thousands of research topics and magazine articles |
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Pronunciator Login Needed In-Library Use Only A fun and free way to learn any of 80 languages with self-directed lessons, live teachers, movies, music, and more. |
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Learning Express Login Needed In-Library Use Only Your source for test preparation, skill building, and career resources for students, educators, and adult learners. |
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Texas Legal Forms Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access to most legal forms, specific to the state of Texas. |
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Geni Login Needed In-Library Use Only Geni is solving the problem of genealogy and building the definitive online family tree. IN-LIBRARY ONLY for Geni Pro. |
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HeritageQuest Login Needed In-Library Use Only HeritageQuest genealogy resource |
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LibriVox Login Needed In-Library Use Only Public domain recordings of public domain literature. Plays anywhere! |
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Medline Plus Login Needed In-Library Use Only Authoritative information from government agencies and other health-related organizations. |
| 1 K Books Before Kindergarten — 74 titles |
| 2024 Lone Star Reading List — 16 titles |
| 2024 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List — 28 titles |
| 2024 National Book Award for Poetry — 11 titles |
| 2024 TAYSHAS Reading List — 25 titles |
| 2025 Lariat Adult Fiction Reading List — 26 titles |
| 2025 Texas Topaz Adult Nonfiction Reading List — 7 titles |
| Best Graphic Novels for Adults — 10 titles |
| NY Times Best Books of the 21st Century — 30 titles |
| Oh, the Horror! — 48 titles |
| Read with Jenna at the VVCL — 23 titles |
| Reese's Book Club Picks at the VVCL — 58 titles |
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KIDS Niños y Libros
03/05/2026 5:15 - 6:15 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Un programa para niños en edad preescolar o pequeños donde se lee un libro. Esto ayuda a despertar la imaginación del niño, a prestar atención y a formar parte de un grupo.
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KIDS Claytopia
03/09/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Explore creativity and expand fine motor skill with clay!
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TEENS
Sewing 101
03/09/2026 5:00 - 6:15 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) A beginner friendly program where young adults will learn the basics of learning how to sew.
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KIDS 1K Before Kindergarten
03/10/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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ADULT Pipe cleaner Tulips
03/10/2026 4:30 - 5:45 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Multipurpose Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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Junk Journal
03/10/2026 5:00 - 6:15 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Welcome to Junk Journaling where your "trash" has a purpose. This type of journaling allows you to recycle materials and create with mixed media. There are no rules for Junk Journaling. *MUST BRING A JOURNAL.*
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KIDS Story Time
03/11/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) A program for pre-school or young children where a book is read. This helps spark a child's imagination, paying attention, and being part of a group.
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International Teens
03/11/2026 5:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Join us for another international teens program! Where we learn the different cultures from different countries through snack tasting!! *Registration is recommended for this program).** This program is for teens (Ages 12-18); IF extra seats are available they will be given to kids under 12 only. **Parents are welcome to wait outside OR pick up teens/kids after the program concludes, while we have a dedicated space for teens/kids to engage and express themselves on their own without parental supervision.*** This program is sponsored by the FVVCL
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Kindness Jars
03/12/2026 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Join us on decorating a Kindness Jar. This jar is mean to encourage positive behavior by collecting kind notes. This program is for kids and teens.
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Kids and Teens
Mexican Consulate Bookmarks
03/12/2026 5:00 - 7:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Make book marks out of paper only made in Mexico.
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KIDS Free Play
03/13/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Unstructured, child play without adult guidance or specific goals. Kids (0-5)
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ADULT Book Swap and Book Bedazzle
03/14/2026 2:00 - 4:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Join us Saturday afternoon for bookish fun. Bring a book to swap out for a different one. OR you can relax by bedazzling a book or two. Sweet Leaf will be our vendor for the day.
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KIDS Lego Lab
03/16/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Children will explore their creativity skills by building structures with Legos.
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TEENS Recycled Art
03/17/2026 5:00 - 6:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Spark your creativity with by creating a art piece with recycled magazines.
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KIDS Story Time
03/18/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) A program for pre-school or young children where a book is read. This helps spark a child's imagination, paying attention, and being part of a group.
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TEENS Puzzle Palooza
03/18/2026 4:00 - 5:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Multipurpose Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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International Teens
03/19/2026 4:30 - 6:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Multipurpose Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Join us for another international teens program! Where we learn the different cultures from different countries through snack tasting!! *Registration is recommended for this program).** This program is for teens (Ages 12-18); IF extra seats are available they will be given to kids under 12 only. **Parents are welcome to wait outside OR pick up teens/kids after the program concludes, while we have a dedicated space for teens/kids to engage and express themselves on their own without parental supervision.*** This program is sponsored by the FVVCL
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Yoga at the VVCL
03/20/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Yoga focuses on breathing, meditation and poses. Dress comfortably and bring water, yoga mats will be provided, or bring your own. Join us for this gentle-paced class. All skill levels are welcome to attend. Yoga at the VVCL is sponsored by the Friends of the VVCL and supported by a grant from Friends of Del Rio Health and Wellness.
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KIDS Story Time + Easter Egg Hunt
03/25/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Multipurpose Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) A program for pre-school or young children where a book is read. This helps spark a child's imagination, paying attention, and being part of a group.
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Yoga at the VVCL
03/25/2026 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Yoga focuses on breathing, meditation and poses. Dress comfortably and bring water, yoga mats will be provided, or bring your own. Join us for this gentle-paced class. All skill levels are welcome to attend. Yoga at the VVCL is sponsored by the Friends of the VVCL and supported by a grant from Friends of Del Rio Health and Wellness.
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Coffee and... presents "That Englishman in Texas"
03/26/2026 6:00 - 7:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room A feature on international and national television screens for 16 years, there’s hardly a country on Earth where you haven't been able to catch Oli on the small screen. Whether driving the Cash Cab around the streets of Singapore, exploring UNESCO world heritage sites in Oman or meeting a small town's donkey mascot in Newfoundland &
Labrador, Oli's quick wit and gift for story telling led to a number of award nominations and wins, as well as an 8 year stint on national television in the USA.
Oli is a relatively new Texas transplant who has most recently been gaining attention for his musings and observations on all things Texan as @ThatEnglishmanInTexas on Tik-Tok and Facebook, wracking up millions of views with his wry observations of America's most unique state.
Coffee and... is sponsored by the Friends of the VVCL.
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