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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. |
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2024 Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List — 29 titles |
2024 National Book Award for Poetry — 10 titles |
2024 TAYSHAS Reading List — 27 titles |
2025 Lariat Adult Fiction Reading List — 26 titles |
2025 Texas Topaz Adult Nonfiction Reading List — 8 titles |
Best Graphic Novels for Adults — 10 titles |
NY Times Best Books of the 21st Century — 31 titles |
Read with Jenna at the VVCL — 26 titles |
Reese's Book Club Picks at the VVCL — 57 titles |
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Free Play (Toddlers) | |
07/11/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Unstructured, child play without adult guidance or specific goals.
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Art Studio for Teens and Adults: Paracord Bracelets | |
07/12/2025 2:00 - 3:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Create your own wearable masterpiece. This program is for teens and adults.
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Art Studio: 3D Family Story | |
07/14/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) A program where children will showcase their Family Story, while sharing some of their favorite memories as a family.
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Cuenta me tu historia (Bilingual) | |
07/14/2025 3:30 - 4:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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Shark Week Activity | |
07/15/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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Teen Scene | |
07/15/2025 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room
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Story Time | |
07/16/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM 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.(Every Wednesday in the Story Time Room)
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Art Studio: Free Play | |
07/16/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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Fiber Arts Social | |
07/16/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Small Conference Room Bring your current work in progress (WIP) and connect with fellow fiber artists in our community. No formal instruction at this time.
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Campfire Stories | |
07/17/2025 5:30 - 7:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room
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Superhero Capes | |
07/18/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Recycle an old t-shirt and make it into your favorite super hero cape.
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Poetry in a box | |
07/18/2025 3:00 - 4:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Small Conference Room
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Paper Masks | |
07/21/2025 3:30 - 4:31 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Explore your creativity by decorating a animal paper mask.
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Spy School | |
07/22/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Children will cosplay as spies and solve a mystery.
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Teen Scene "Musical" | |
07/22/2025 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room EVERY TUESDAY (EXCLUDING JUNE 3rd) FROM 11AM-1:30PM, teens are invited to a movie matinee, followed by a craft project related to the film or other themes. These events offer a mix of entertainment and creative expression, often with provided materials and lunch (PIZZA)
-NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Friendship Bracelets | |
07/22/2025 3:30 - 4:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Join us in creating beaded bracelets!
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Story Time | |
07/23/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations)
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Scene It! (Teens) | |
07/23/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room A painting capturing a famous scene from a movie or book! The artist can evoke the atmosphere of the film, capturing the action, emotion, and visual style of the original scene.
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Fiber Arts Social | |
07/23/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Small Conference Room
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Friends of the VVCL | |
07/24/2025 10:00 AM - 1:25 PM Location: Val Verde County Library
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Folkorico Performance | |
07/24/2025 6:00 - 7:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Community performance!
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Free Play Friday | |
07/25/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Story Time Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Unstructured, child play without adult guidance or specific goals.
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Movie Matinee | |
07/25/2025 3:00 - 4:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Inside Out movie showing! Free popcorn provided, bring your *covered* drink. (Family event)
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Fiber Arts Social | |
07/30/2025 12:30 - 1:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Small Conference Room Bring your current work in progress (WIP) and connect with fellow fiber artists in our community. No formal instruction at this time.
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