Wanted : New or almost new computers for the Portola Public Library !
The Friends of the Library met February 21, 2024, at the Portola Public Library and discussed how the Portola Public Library needs new or refurbished computers.to It was discussed that all the computers currently are not functioning. If someone has a functioning fairly new computer they would like to donate please contact librarian Linda Hale at +1 (530) 283-6310.
The library is sponsoring a special book giveaway for the Read Across America week! This event will be held between Monday, February 26, and Saturday, March 2. This is a program that all Plumas County libraries are giving away a free book to any child ages zero through 18 years that completes an activity sheet. The activities sheet can be printed up from the website or picked up at the library. After completing the activity sheet, take it to any Plumas branch to get a free book. Only one book for child per day is allowed.
According to the Plumas County Library newsletter email
dated February 2024 there are many educational programs for everyone.
Quincy library has a beginners computer classes. Space and laptops are limited and reservations are required. There will be four 6 week-sessions throughout the rest of 2024. For more information call 530/283–6413.
There is also an EBSCO Learning Express program which is to help students improve core academic skills, help them pass the GED, prepare for college, and obtain an occupational certification. Also how to become a US citizen. To find out more go to www. Plumas library.org.
Parents can also sign their children up for Dolly Parton‘s imagination library. This program Is for children to receive quality age appropriate books to be mailed to all registered children from age 0 to 5.
Plumas County libraries also have blood pressure kit that are available for anyone to check out thanks to the generous donation from the American Heart Association. Inside this blood pressure kit is information on how to take your blood pressure, a blank log to track your numbers and resources. As with any tool in the lending library items, you must have an account which is in good standing and have signed up with the tool lending library form.
You can also access your favorite newspapers with NewsBank! The NewsBank provides access to hundreds of digital newspapers like the Sacramento Bee, Oroville Mercury Register, and the Chico Enterprise-Record. Of course a current library card is required.
There is another program called the Alexander Street collection, and with your library card you can have access to many diverse performing arts such as music, dance, and theater, and this program covers wide range of instruction and performances.
California State Park passes are available at all Plumas County Library branches, which is offered through the California State Library system. These passes offer free vehicle day use for many of our state parks. Use this program while it is still available through state funding!
The Friends of the Library is all about promoting all of the Plumas County Public Libraries by having fund raising book sales. They also offer free book giveaways, and welcomes all members of the community to come and participate or donate books, computers, and monetary donations to keep the educational programs going.
The Friends of the Library met February 21, 2024, at the Portola Public Library and discussed how the Portola Public Library needs new or refurbished computers.to It was discussed that all the computers currently are not functioning. If someone has a functioning fairly new computer they would like to donate please contact librarian Linda Hale at +1 (530) 283-6310.
The library is sponsoring a special book giveaway for the Read Across America week! This event will be held between Monday, February 26, and Saturday, March 2. This is a program that all Plumas County libraries are giving away a free book to any child ages zero through 18 years that completes an activity sheet. The activities sheet can be printed up from the website or picked up at the library. After completing the activity sheet, take it to any Plumas branch to get a free book. Only one book for child per day is allowed.
According to the Plumas County Library newsletter email
dated February 2024 there are many educational programs for everyone.
Quincy library has a beginners computer classes. Space and laptops are limited and reservations are required. There will be four 6 week-sessions throughout the rest of 2024. For more information call 530/283–6413.
There is also an EBSCO Learning Express program which is to help students improve core academic skills, help them pass the GED, prepare for college, and obtain an occupational certification. Also how to become a US citizen. To find out more go to www. Plumas library.org.
Parents can also sign their children up for Dolly Parton‘s imagination library. This program Is for children to receive quality age appropriate books to be mailed to all registered children from age 0 to 5.
Plumas County libraries also have blood pressure kit that are available for anyone to check out thanks to the generous donation from the American Heart Association. Inside this blood pressure kit is information on how to take your blood pressure, a blank log to track your numbers and resources. As with any tool in the lending library items, you must have an account which is in good standing and have signed up with the tool lending library form.
You can also access your favorite newspapers with NewsBank! The NewsBank provides access to hundreds of digital newspapers like the Sacramento Bee, Oroville Mercury Register, and the Chico Enterprise-Record. Of course a current library card is required.
There is another program called the Alexander Street collection, and with your library card you can have access to many diverse performing arts such as music, dance, and theater, and this program covers wide range of instruction and performances.
California State Park passes are available at all Plumas County Library branches, which is offered through the California State Library system. These passes offer free vehicle day use for many of our state parks. Use this program while it is still available through state funding!
The Friends of the Library is all about promoting all of the Plumas County Public Libraries by having fund raising book sales. They also offer free book giveaways, and welcomes all members of the community to come and participate or donate books, computers, and monetary donations to keep the educational programs going.