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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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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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Medline Plus Login Needed In-Library Use Only Authoritative information from government agencies and other health-related organizations. |
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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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Legal Forms Login Needed In-Library Use Only Access to most legal forms for all 50 states. |
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LibriVox Login Needed In-Library Use Only Public domain recordings of public domain literature. Plays anywhere! |
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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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Family Piñata | |
05/03/2025 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Celebrate Cinco de Mayo by decorating a piñata with your loved ones.
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1K Books Before Kindergarten | |
05/06/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) A program designated towards enriching early literacy through singing, playing, and reading aloud.
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Art Studio (Kids) | |
05/06/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Explore your creativity by making your very own stuffed plushy. (Story Time Room
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Story Time | |
05/07/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) 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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Story Time | |
05/07/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) 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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International Teens | |
05/08/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) International Teens is a program designed for Teens from ages 11 - 18. Teens will try various popular snacks from different countries. This program allows teens to learn about different foods and cultures. First come first serve.
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Comstock ISD Field Trip | |
05/09/2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Programmers will conduct a library tour for students, as well as letting them know about the different resources VVCL offers. A craft will be provided. (Second half of students)
PRIVATE EVENT.
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Lego Lab | |
05/12/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) A program designed for children ages 0-11 where they can engage in creative play using Lego bricks. (Story Time Room)
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Exploring Science | |
05/13/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) A program dedicated to teaching secondary students about earth, life, and physical science.
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Story Time | |
05/14/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) 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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Niños y Libros | |
05/15/2025 5:30 - 6:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) A bilingual Story Time.
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Garfield Field Trip (3rd grade) | |
05/16/2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Programmers will conduct a library tour for students, as well as letting them know about the different resources VVCL offers. A craft will be provided. (First half of students) PRIVATE EVENT.
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Garfield Field Trip (3rd grade) | |
05/19/2025 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Programmers will conduct a library tour for students, as well as letting them know about the different resources VVCL offers. A craft will be provided. (Second half of students)
PRIVATE EVENT.
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Art Studio (Kids) | |
05/20/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Explore creativity and expand fine motor skill with clay! (Story Time Room)
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Story Time | |
05/21/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) 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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Story Time | |
05/21/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) 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 (Teens) | |
05/22/2025 4:30 - 5:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Explore your creativity with pearler beads.
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Writer's Café | |
05/27/2025 5:00 - 6:00 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) A supportive program for young writers aged 12-18, fostering creativity through writing exercises, sharing ideas, and providing a space to hone their craft in a non-school environment.
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Story Time | |
05/28/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) 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 (Kids) | |
05/29/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Explore creativity and expand fine motor skill with magic mold clay! (Story Time Room)
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Dog Man Movie Matinee | |
05/29/2025 5:30 - 6:30 PM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Join us for a Family Movie Day ft. Dog Man. Fresh popcorn will be provided. (Drink not included.)
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Free Pay Friday | |
05/30/2025 10:30 - 11:30 AM Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Staff Only (No Patron Use) Self- directed play, where children can choose from various activities.
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