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🌱 LOTE Online For Kids + Pflugerville Library Wins TMLDA Award
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Up and at 'em, North Austin-Pflugerville! Let's get this Saturday started off right. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening around town today.
First, today's weather:
Cold with rain and drizzle. High: 40 Low: 33.
Here are the top stories today in North Austin-Pflugerville:
- The city of Pflugerville recently announced a new e-Resource called "LOTE Online for Kids," which stands for "Languages Other Than English Online for Kids." The service "offers over 1,350 digital books for children in over 45 languages" including Arabic, Vietnamese and more. Each book includes "an English translation to help develop multilingual reading and listening skills." For more information visit: (Press Release Desk)
- The Pflugerville Public Library recently received "a 2021 TMLDA Achievement of Excellence in Libraries Award" for the 11th (9th consecutive time). The city's library is one of only 59 libraries who have earned the award this year. By receiving the award, the "Pflugerville Library is now in the top 10 percent of all public libraries in the State." For details visit: (Press Release Desk)
- If you are looking for a pet, the North Austin-Pflugerville area has several animal shelters that have pets for adoption. "According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, over 6 million pets and other companion animals are surrendered to animal shelters each year nationwide," but unfortunately only about half are adopted. "Whether you're looking for cuddles or companionship, one of these animals could be the perfect fit for your family." To meet your new furry friend visit: (North Austin-Pflugerville Patch)
Today in North Austin-Pflugerville:
- Recreational Soccer Spring Season Kickoff at PAYSL located at 800 South Heatherwilde Blvd. Registration required. (8 a.m.)
- 2nd Impression Print Show at Round Rock Arts Downtowner Gallery. (Noon)
- Poetry Reading at West Pecan Coffee + Beer. (3 p.m.)
- Heartaches and Heartbreaks at William C. Powers Student Activity Center. (7 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- "It's the last four days to buy Girl Scout Cookies this season! Thank you to everyone that has supported these young ladies and helped them reach their goals. They will be out and about through Sunday, Feb. 27!" (Nextdoor)
- "The National Weather Service announced that the Winter Weather Advisory expired, but temperatures may still be cold overnight, and the possibility of isolated freezing rain and sleet cannot be ruled out." (Nextdoor)
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— Gabriela Couvillion
About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!
