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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 — 73 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 — 28 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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Teens DIY Refrigerator Magnets
07/24/2026 3:30 - 4:31 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) Create a cute magnet for your refrigerator. Bring a 2 inch x 2 inch photo or create your own artwork.
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Adults Garden Fairy Houses
07/25/2026 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Library Room: Large Conference Room Decorate a fairy house for your garden.
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Story Time (Kids DIY Refrigerator Magnets)
07/27/2026 10:30 - 11:30 AM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) 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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Kids Edible Soil Layers
07/27/2026 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) Kids will learn to identify the various layers of soil the earth has through food.
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Teens & Adults Decoden
07/29/2026 3:30 - 5:00 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) Decorate magnetic photo frames with decoden and charms.
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Kids and Teens Pokémon Propagation Craft
07/30/2026 3:30 - 4:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) This craft is for kids ages 6 through 17. Create a cute Bell Sprout plant propagation bottle. Plants not included.
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Adult Giant Friendship Bracelet Garland
07/30/2026 3:30 - 4:45 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Multipurpose Room - Staff Reservations Only (No Patron Reservations) Customize a life size friendship bracelet to decorate your home.
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Adults Mug Rug
07/31/2026 4:00 - 5:30 PM
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| Location: Val Verde County Branch Library Room: Community Room (Building H-1) a program where you will learn to needle punch a coaster.
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