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Author Showcase: Celia Thrash - "Code Name: Baker Catcher"

The Human Side of WWII

2024-11-11 18:00:00 2024-11-11 20:00:00 America/Chicago Author Showcase: Celia Thrash - "Code Name: Baker Catcher" McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB

Monday, November 11
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-11 18:00:00 2024-11-11 20:00:00 America/Chicago Author Showcase: Celia Thrash - "Code Name: Baker Catcher" Join us as local author Celia Thrash discusses her book "Code Name: Baker Catcher", a heartfelt memoir offering a personal glimpse into WWII through the eyes of Lt. Jack Westbrook. McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB

Join us as local author Celia Thrash discusses her book "Code Name: Baker Catcher", a heartfelt memoir offering a personal glimpse into WWII through the eyes of Lt. Jack Westbrook.

Join us for an engaging Author Showcase featuring local author Celia Thrash as she discusses her book "Code Name: Baker Catcher", a heartfelt memoir offering a personal glimpse into WWII through the eyes of Lt. Jack Westbrook. Ms. Thrash will share humorous, touching, and harrowing stories, recounting her father's journey from Pearl Harbor to the liberation of Dachau. Discover the human side of the war, filled with moments of bravery, camaraderie, and resilience

AGE GROUP: | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | History | Author Events |

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McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center

Phone: 956-681-3000
Branch Manager
Kate P. Horan

Hours
Mon, Aug 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 08 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Aug 09 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Aug 10 1:00PM to 9:00PM

About the library

Upcoming events

Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Board Room
Join us for our Sunday Book Club where we dive into great stories, share insights, and enjoy thoughtful conversations. Perfect for book lovers looking to connect!

Sun, Aug 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.

Sun, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library - Meeting Room A
Celebrate BTS' return with a fun fan event!

Sun, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium
Hey Teens! Join us for a fun night of karaoke! Come sing songs from your favorite musicals, and have an unforgettable time🎤😎

Mon, Aug 11, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Mon, Aug 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for "Cre-Ate Your Plate," a hands-on program where families can work together to create delicious and healthy snacks. It's a fun way for children to get creative in the kitchen!

Mon, Aug 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Discover the power of kindness with this month’s pick, Wonder by R.J. Palacio For tweens 8-12 years old

Tue, Aug 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Tuesday’s are for toddlers at the Lark Branch Library! Each week, we will be featuring a different activity for toddlers and families.

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lark Branch Library
More than a yarn shop

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.

Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Teens Space - Palm View Branch
Let's unplug with board games and cards! Invite your friends to join in on the fun.

Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all adults to join us to play some board games, DnD and more!

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Come one, come all to cheer for our local art superstar, Oneida Trevino! Join us for a viewing of her epic mural masterpiece, meet the artist & FREE PIZZA!🎨🍕

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Spend an evening relaxing and brushing up on your art skills.

Wed, Aug 13, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us at the Lark Branch Library for story time! Children and families are invited to listen to stories and get creative with fun craft activities. All ages are welcome.

Wed, Aug 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for an inclusive storytime full of interactive songs, stories, rhymes, and sensory exploration.

Wed, Aug 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Come chill, share, and create!

Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Ready to code and create? Join the Rogue Rangers, a local robotics team, for awesome hands-on robotics workshops, where you will learn the basics of coding and then get to build your very own robot.
This event is full

Cancelled
Wed, Aug 13, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center
Join us for a productive hour of collaborative work sessions to foster creativity and share ideas with other writers featuring Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez.

Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
An interactive Storytime for caregivers and toddlers to have fun and encourage early literacy through books, songs, finger plays, and body movement.

Thu, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
DHR Health Wellness Center invites adults to a health discussion on important health issues affecting our community.

Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Center - Meeting Rooms A & B
Join us for songs, stories, rhymes, social play, and activities. 16 months - 4 years old.

Thu, Aug 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Want to learn Korean? Get one step closer to being able to finally learn your favorite k-pop song with Seoul Screen Society!🇰🇷📝

Thu, Aug 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library
"There's nothing better than reading a Fortune book by a body of water," --Us Weekly

Fri, Aug 15, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Fri, Aug 15, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!

Sat, Aug 16, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Come have fun with clay at Lark Branch Library's Adult Sculpting Program!

Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a fun afternoon of painting and artmaking! This seven part series encourages participants to engage with and explore the world of art-making. Registration required.
This event is full

Sun, Aug 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.

Mon, Aug 18, All day
Lark Branch Library
Stop by Lark Branch Library for our Take and Make craft kits for kids. Available by the Circulation Desk while supplies last!

Mon, Aug 18, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Songs, stories, rhymes, social play for infants.

Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Lean how to eat healthy!

Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Get crafty and show off your style with DIY backpack charms! Make your own pixelated art to carry around in school.

Tue, Aug 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a series of poetry workshop designed to nurture your poetic spirit presented by Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez and our local community poets.

Wed, Aug 20, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Calling all tweens! Join our crochet 101 for new projects. Share our supplies or bring your own!

Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Have fun painting on tiny canvases!

Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
An interactive Storytime for caregivers and toddlers to have fun and encourage early literacy through books, songs, finger plays, and body movement.

Thu, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Give the gift of life! Join us with Vitalant for a conversation about how we can serve our community through life-saving blood donations.

Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Get ready to crush it with color! Join us for a hands-on art session using oil pastels—blend, layer, and explore color like never before! 🌈🖌️

Thu, Aug 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room B
Chop, mix, snack! Your after-school hangout just got tastier. Get ready to start your culinary journey and level up those life skills.🍴👩‍🍳

Thu, Aug 21, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room A
Join MPL's Diverse Voices Book Club! Enjoy a variety of literary works and meaningful discussion amongst peers!

Fri, Aug 22, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Fri, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!

Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Play Area
Join us for a relaxing movie afternoon in the play area.

Sat, Aug 23, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Join us for this special storytime featuring Ranger Jenna from Texas Parks & Wildlife!

Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A
Mazes & Monsters has returned! Prepare yourself for wild adventures and never-ending fun. Dice will be provided for attending players. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨

Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room B (Max 8 People)
Rediscover the joy of Lego and unleash your inner child with our Adult Lego Club!

Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room B
Join us this August for a chance to relax and get crafty through a series of different crafting activities, open to all skill levels!
This event is full

Sun, Aug 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a fun afternoon of painting and artmaking! This seven part series encourages participants to engage with and explore the world of art-making. Registration required.
This event is full

Sun, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Teen Social Space
Celebrate the launch of Gume Laurel III's latest YA book! Join us for an afternoon filled with fun activities snacks, prizes, and meet the author! ✍📔

Mon, Aug 25, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Mon, Aug 25, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Unleash your creativity through painting! Whether you are a beginner or seasoned artist, get ready to explore your artistic side, relax, and enjoy a fun afternoon of art and socializing.

Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lark Branch Library
Join us for loom knitting and crocheting

Tue, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Come unlock the secrets to academic success with Tutor.com! Discover how to transform your grades and make school a breeze. Don't miss out on the fun, the knowledge, and the chance to win cool prizes!

Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all adults to join us to play some board games, DnD and more!

Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Lark Community Center - Art Room
Spend an evening relaxing and brushing up on your art skills.

Wed, Aug 27, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Wed, Aug 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lark Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Unlock your imagination in the Homeschool Art Zone!

Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Children's Department
Children and Tweens are invited to channel their imagination and bring to life your very own work of art with Legos! 🎨✨ All finished creations will be on display until the following program 🖼️

Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Ready to code and create? Join the Rogue Rangers, a local robotics team, for awesome hands-on robotics workshops, where you will learn the basics of coding and then get to build your very own robot.
This event is full

Thu, Aug 28, 9:30am - 10:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
in collaboration with FIT4MOM McAllen

Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 2:30pm
Palm View Branch Library
Give the gift of life. Join us in supporting those in need through blood donations! Your donation can help save lives and make a lasting impact.

Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area
An interactive Storytime for caregivers and toddlers to have fun and encourage early literacy through books, songs, finger plays, and body movement.

Thu, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Palm View Branch Library - Study Room A (Max 12 People)
Attention all Crafters! Come to the learn tips and tricks on different crafting techniques. Beginners to intermediate crafters welcome.

Fri, Aug 29, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Fri, Aug 29, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!

Sat, Aug 30, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Sat, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room AB
Who's ready for Mazes & Monsters? Prepare yourself for a wild adventure and never-ending fun! Dice will be available for attending players. Limited seating available 🧙‍♂️🎲✨

Sun, Aug 31, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Children's Program Room
Activities that will make you go oooh, yay, eeek, and more. For ages 6-10 years only.

Sun, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Auditorium
Hey teens! Come join us for a relaxing night while we enjoy a movie on the big screen.🎬

Mon, Sep 01, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Tue, Sep 02, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Join us for a series of poetry workshop designed to nurture your poetic spirit presented by Poet Laureate Victoria Lopez and our local community poets.

Wed, Sep 03, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Conference Room A,Conference Room B
MPL is hosting a monthly event that brings adults together to meet, watch, and discuss popular manga and anime titles! See you there!

Fri, Sep 05, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Fri, Sep 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Learn to eat healthier, stay active, save money & build better habits with The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program-includes food tasting samples while supplies last!

Sat, Sep 06, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Mon, Sep 08, 9:00am - 6:00pm
McAllen Main Library - Study Rooms - Study Room 5 (max 8 people)
Individual in-person appointments with an MHP Salud Navigator for enrollment in the Affordable Care Act health insurance. By appointment only. Please call (956) 246-4125 to make an appointment.

Tue, Sep 09, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
McAllen Main Library - Meeting Center - Meeting Room AB
Calling all adults to join us to play some board games, DnD and more!