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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 — 72 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 — 27 titles |
| Oh, the Horror! — 48 titles |
| Read with Jenna at the VVCL — 22 titles |
| Reese's Book Club Picks at the VVCL — 57 titles |
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Story Time
08/19/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Bring your little ones to our story time event where they can immerse themselves in a world of imagination through stories, crafts, and games. It will be a fun-filled and interactive experience that will engage their creativity and keep them entertained. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bond with your child and create lasting memories together in a social setting.
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Niños y Libros
08/19/2026 4:30 - 5:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) Children's literature in Spanish includes a wide variety of written works and illustrations aimed at entertaining or instructing young children. It encompasses classics, picture books, easy-to-read stories, fairy tales, lullabies, fables, folk songs, and more. The types of books and genres suitable for different age groups vary significantly.
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Story Time
08/26/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Bring your little ones to our story time event where they can immerse themselves in a world of imagination through stories, crafts, and games. It will be a fun-filled and interactive experience that will engage their creativity and keep them entertained. Don't miss out on this opportunity to bond with your child and create lasting memories together in a social setting.
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Niños y Libros
08/26/2026 4:30 - 5:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) Children's literature in Spanish includes a wide variety of written works and illustrations aimed at entertaining or instructing young children. It encompasses classics, picture books, easy-to-read stories, fairy tales, lullabies, fables, folk songs, and more. The types of books and genres suitable for different age groups vary significantly.
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Adults: Crafternoon
08/29/2026 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Decoden and add charms to propagation bottles.
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